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Counsel for Life

Eliza Huie and Beth Broom

Engaging conversations about mental health and the Christian life

religion & spirituality christianity

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42:23

Healing from emotionally destructive relationships,...

Counsel for Life ·

2025/01/22

In this episode we talk with Leslie Vernick, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and leader of Leslie Vernick & Co, an organization that provides resources, coaching, and community for women who are experiencing destructive relationships. Leslie shares with us the signs of an emotionally destructive relationship, and she gives us tools for how to come alongside someone who is suffering in this way. She also shares ways the Church can get involved and support people who are experiencing destructive

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33:10

Hope for wives who've been betrayed, Featuring Rachel...

Counsel for Life ·

2025/01/15

This episode features Rachel Warneking, who co-leads the ministry 423 Communities with her husband, Joel. Rachel spends her time working with women whose husbands struggle with sexual sin, and she offers encouragement and wisdom for how Christians can come alongside these women with compassion and long-suffering. She also shares how wives can get involved in the ministry of 423 Communities through online groups. Click the link above to learn more.Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our

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31:03

Why are we so lonely? Featuring Jeremy Linneman

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2025/01/07

In this episode we talk with Jeremy Linneman, pastor and author of the book, Why Do We Feel So Lonely at Church? Jeremy talks with us about the seriousness of the struggle of loneliness and the ways our Christian culture has potentially hindered connection between people. He shares ideas about how we can grow in building healthy and lasting connections with other believers, and he encourages us in the ongoing work of creating deep and meaningful relationships.Become a friend of the podcast by

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36:06

Why counselors and ministers need supervision

Counsel for Life ·

2024/12/04

This episode tackles a topic that's important for anyone who offers care and counsel to those who are suffering. We'll discuss the need for supervision in the care of souls, and we'll talk about what someone should look for in a supervisor. We all need guidance as we care for others, so don't miss this episode if you offer counsel to people in need.Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have

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42:26

Can a church be trauma-safe? Featuring Preston Hill

Counsel for Life ·

2024/11/20

In this episode we talk with Preston Hill, theologian and counselor who co-wrote a book called Dawn of Sunday: The Trinity and Trauma-Safe Churches. He shares with us about why the nature of the trinity is foundational to understanding how to make our churches trauma-safe. He also shares some common mistakes churches make, as well as steps we can take to help our churches to be safe places for trauma survivors to find hope and healing.To learn more about Preston's ministry, click HERE. Become a

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31:02

What is Attachment Theory?

Counsel for Life ·

2024/11/13

In this episode we unpack a psychological theory called Attachment Theory. We discuss what it is and how it is used in counseling settings. We also talk about how the theory of attachment can help us better understand a person's relational dynamics so that we can set goals for change and growth in sanctification.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

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30:30

Counseling the 'parts' of us, Featuring AC Seiple

Counsel for Life ·

2024/11/06

This episode features AC Seiple, counselor and author who works with sufferers of complex trauma. She helps us understand a method of counseling called 'parts work' that seeks to help counselees notice and engage with parts of themselves that struggle to find hope and healing. She also shares about the importance of noticing and showing compassion toward our bodies in the midst of the work of healing.AC hosts a retreat that you can learn more about by clicking HERE. She's also a

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31:52

Does IFS help rewire our thought? Featuring Dr....

Counsel for Life ·

2024/10/23

This episode features Dr. Alison Cook, author and therapist who specializes in Internal Family Systems (IFS). IFS is a form of therapy that is gaining ground, and Dr. Cook explains the theory and methods through a lens of Christian growth and healing. She shares about the internal conflicts we have when seeking to grow, and she addresses ways in which IFS may be helpful in creating new patterns of thought for those who are suffering. Dr. Cook has written the book, I Shouldn't Feel This Way. To

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37:57

Good theology demands care for the body! Featuring...

Counsel for Life ·

2024/10/16

In this episode we talk with author and public theologian Matt LaPine, who has done extensive work and has written a book called The Logic of the Body: Retrieving Theological Psychology. Dr. LaPine shares his wisdom on common misconceptions of the body's role in the process of sanctification, as well as how the concept of embodiment can shape the way the church cares for sufferers. To learn more about Dr. LaPine and his ministry, click HERE.Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our

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35:37

Faith, trauma, and Christian community, Featuring...

Counsel for Life ·

2024/10/09

Today we talk with Chuck DeGroat, therapist and professor, about the vital role of compassionate community to help people heal from pain and trauma. We discuss the relationship between our bodies and emotions, as well as the need for curiosity when walking through a healing journey. 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

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51:07

What is EMDR? Featuring Esther Smith

Counsel for Life ·

2024/10/02

This episode features Esther Smith, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who specializes in a form of therapy called Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Esther shares helpful information about this type of therapy, and she gives examples of how she uses it in a Christian counseling context. You won't want to miss this informative episode! Esther is the director of Christian Trauma Counseling. She has written a book called, A Still and Quiet Mind, and she has created some

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28:38

Does biblical counseling need ethical standards?...

Counsel for Life ·

2024/09/25

In today's episode, Jonathan Holmes talks with us about the need for ethical standards in biblical counseling. We discuss common issues faced by counselors, as well as ways we can work to uphold the ultimate standard of Scripture as we work to care for our counselees. Whether you are a counselor or counselee, you will benefit from Jonathan's wealth of knowledge on this topic.Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts,

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34:20

Why are we so stress?

Counsel for Life ·

2024/09/18

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

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31:17

The Church and the mental health crisis, Featuring...

Counsel for Life ·

2024/09/11

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

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29:35

Mistakes in marriage counseling

Counsel for Life ·

2024/09/04

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

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38:45

Every Christian should learn about domestic abuse,...

Counsel for Life ·

2024/07/10

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...

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33:15

What is neurofeedback? Featuring Alice Churnock

Counsel for Life ·

2024/06/26

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

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32:43

What is ketamine therapy? Featuring Logan MacLean

Counsel for Life ·

2024/06/12

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

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32:40

Counsel for Perfectionism from the Beatitudes, with...

Counsel for Life ·

2024/06/06

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

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31:44

Learning to forsake sexual sin, Featuring Joel Warneking

Counsel for Life ·

2024/05/29

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

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