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Counsel for Life

Engaging conversations about mental health and the Christian life

Copyright: © 2022 Counsel for Life

Latest Episodes:

Why are we so stressed? Sep 18, 2024

Show notes

In today's episode we chat about the ways in which stress affects our bodies, emotions, mental health, spiritual life, and relationships. We share some tools for slowing down and staying present when stress comes our way, and we introduce Eliza's new book, I'm Stressed: A Path from Pressure to Peace (New Growth Press).

Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors.

But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you!

(Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.)
To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com

The Church and the mental health crisis, Featuring Jim and Heather Sells Sep 11, 2024

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This episode features Jim and Heather Sells, co-authors of Beyond the Clinical Hour: How Counselors can Partner with the Church to Address the Mental Health Crisis(with additional author Amy Trout). Jim (a professor at Regent University) and Heather (managing editor for CBN News) bring their expertise to share with us their perspective on how the Church can care for those experiencing mental health struggles. This is an episode you won't want to miss!

Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors.

But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you!

(Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.)
To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com

Mistakes in marriage counseling Sep 04, 2024

Show notes

Welcome to Season 4 of Counsel for Life! In this first episode, Eliza and Beth talk about mistakes that are common in marriage counseling. We unpack mistakes counselors make, as well as mistakes couples make as they engage in the counseling process. You won't want to miss this episode!

Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors.

But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you!

(Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.)
To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com

Every Christian should learn about domestic abuse, Featuring Chris Moles Jul 10, 2024

Show notes

In this episode we talk with Chris Moles, pastor, counselor and director of Peaceworks. Peaceworks is an organization that is designed to educate the Church in domestic abuse prevention and intervention. Chris shares the importance of growing in awareness of abuse and its effects, and he talks about the ways in which Peaceworks can help. He offers a podcast and an educational program called Peaceworks University. He also shares about the upcoming conference, Peaceworks Live, coming in October. Make sure to check out these valuable resources!

Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors.

But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you!

(Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.)
To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com

What is neurofeedback? Featuring Alice Churnock Jun 26, 2024

Show notes

Alice Churnock is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist with a concentration in adolescents and young adults. To provide an alternative to medication for relief of symptoms surrounding focus and attention, anxiety, insomnia and other cognitive dysregulations, Alice is also Board Certified in Neurofeedback and frequently utilizes neurofeedback for both children and adults. Alice shares how neurofeedback is used to treat mental health struggles, and she gives us helpful insight into how Christians can think about the use of this form of treatment.
Follow Alice on Instagram: @braincorebham
Learn more about neurofeedback by clicking HERE.

Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors.

But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you!

(Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.)
To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com

What is ketamine therapy? Featuring Logan MacLean Jun 12, 2024

Show notes

In this episode we talk with Logan MacLean, a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist who assists patients undergoing ketamine therapy for struggles such as suicidal thoughts, depression, and PTSD. Logan shares helpful information about the process of receiving ketamine infusions to treat these struggles, and he also shares his perspective on approaching this topic from a Christian worldview. To learn more about ketamine infusion, click HERE.

Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors.

But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you!

(Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.)
To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com

Counsel for Perfectionism from the Beatitudes, with Micha Boyett Jun 06, 2024

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In this episode we talk with Micha Boyett, author of Blessed Are the Rest of Us: How Limits and Longing Make Us Whole (Brazos Press). Micha shares her story with us about how she came to struggle with the perfectionism and ablism of our culture when she became the mother of a child with Down Syndrome. She helps us understand the true meaning of the word 'blessed' as Jesus presented it in Matthew 5 during the Sermon on the Mount. You are sure to be encouraged by Micha's wisdom and compassion.

Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors.

But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you!

(Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.)
To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com

Learning to forsake sexual sin, Featuring Joel Warneking May 29, 2024

Show notes

In this episode we talk with Joel Warneking, Executive Director of 423 Ministries. Joel and his wife lead this ministry to men, women, and teens who struggle with sexual sin and addiction. Joel shares about the need for community and a gospel-centered perspective in order to forsake sexual sin. He talks about how the Church can and should come alongside those who struggle, and he gives some helpful perspective on the need for grace and truth in the midst of healing from sexual sin and addiction. Learn more about Joel and the 423 Communities by clicking HERE.

Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors.

But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you!

(Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.)
To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com

The complex topic of sex, Featuring Scott Mehl May 22, 2024

Show notes

In this episode we hear from Scott Mehl, pastor and author of Redeeming Sex in Marriage. Scott unpacks this difficult topic with us and shares some of the complexities of what makes this topic so hard to discuss. He shares about the importance of having a strong theological foundation for what we believe about sex, and he offers encouragement to listeners who want to grow their intimacy in marriage, as well as those who are experiencing confusion, shame, and fear.

Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors.

But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you!

(Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.)
To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com

Let's talk about church hurt, Featuring Megan Hill May 15, 2024

Show notes

In this episode we talk with Megan Hill, author and pastor's wife. Megan shares with us some helpful things to think about related to how people can be hurt by the church and what can be done to help people reengage and feel seen and heard by others. Megan's book, Sighing on Sunday is available for purchase and is a devotional book for those who have suffered church hurt.

Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors.

But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you!

(Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.)
To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com

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