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Am I a Christian Counselor?

I am most often contacted by individuals who are so troubled by marriage/relationship problems, or PTSD/trauma, that they just want a...

Faith is welcome at my practice

Perhaps you're a regular churchgoer, or perhaps you're not religious at all. Perhaps you believe that good therapy must include your...

Fake happiness vs. Mental health

I always have some words of hope for my clients when I feel they are most in need. What I say might surprise you. I say, "My goal for you...

Profound quote from a client: The journey of healing

A client said something today about herself that I think profoundly reflects the human experience, and how that relates to healing from...

Trauma and addiction

NOTE: The article I refer to in this post can be accessed with the link below the post. Let's just say it: I have rarely ever had a...

CDC: Childhood trauma linked to physical illness and addiction

It was already known from the classic ACE study (Adverse Childhood Experiences) that those with childhood trauma are at a vastly...