Subtle mindset shift with big impact
The average human has more than 6,000 thoughts a day! That is an average of four thoughts per minute. Some of these thoughts are helpful, and some are not. Have you ever thought about (pun intended) how much energy you give to certain thoughts? Many clients come to me...
My favorite personal Bible studies
I am back again with some recommended books, but this time I am narrowing down and sharing my favorite personal Bible studies with you. I say “personal” because while these could all be done in a group, I did them all on my own. The set up of each is conducive to...
Compassion Fatigue: Caregivers need care
Are you a caregiver? Do you take care of others? This may include roles or careers like mother, pastor, ministry leader, health care worker, counselor, etc. Or it may be a role you have found yourself in like caregiver for elderly parents, or caregiver for someone who...
When your partner isn’t ready for couples counseling
So, you know your relationship could benefit from couples counseling, but your spouse isn’t willing or ready? All hope is not lost! I had a client tell me the other day, “you are the only person that offers hope for my relationship.” Once someone is in a marriage, I...
5 spiritual disciplines to lower anxiety
s a mental health provider that focuses on working with women and anxiety, one of my biggest passions when working with Christian women, is helping them to see how the Bible offers a framework for overcoming anxiety. Because my approach involves seeing my clients...
Word of the Year – 2021
I have had the practice of choosing a word of the year for the last handful of years. It’s a grounding practice for me, that allows me to focus on an intention for my life rather than a general goal. I also set goals, because that fits my personality, but the word of...