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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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26:48

When your loved one's chronic illness interrupts life...

Counsel for Life ·

2026/04/15

In this episode we talk with Dr. Nate Brooks, Associate Professor of Counseling at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and author of Disrupted Journey: Walking with Your Loved One through Chronic Pain and Illness. Dr. Brooks talks with us about his own personal journey with caring for a loved one through chronic illness, and he offers wise encouragement and exhortation for loved ones and those in the church who seek to care for people with chronic pain and illness. Become a friend of the

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36:40

Finding a loving God in the midst of your painful...

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2026/04/01

In this episode we talk with Quina Aragon, spoken word artist and author of the book, Love Has a Story: 100 Meditations on the Enduring Love of God. Quina shares her story of God's love in the midst of trauma and hardship. She shares some ways that generational trauma, personal victimization, and cycles of sin can hinder our ability to experience God's love, and she offers a message of hope for those who are experiencing doubt as a result of painful experiences.To learn more about

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36:22

Candid truth about teen mental health, Featuring...

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2026/03/18

In this episode with talk with Danny Kwon and Monica Kim, co-authors of the book, Teenagers and Mental Health: A Handbook for Parents, Pastors, and Youth Leaders. Danny and Monica have years of experience working with teens in counseling and pastoral care settings, and they share their wisdom about common struggles faced by teens as well as ways adults can come alongside them to help them navigate unique challenges from a biblical perspective. If you care for teens, you won't want to miss this

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32:49

Why the Church needs to understand mental health,...

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2026/03/04

In this episode we talk with Dr. Mark Mayfield, author, pastor, counselor, and speaker. Dr. Mayfield shares from his new book, The Mental Health Handbook for Ministry: A Practical Guide for Supporting the Church's Mental and Emotional Well-Being. We glean wisdom from Dr. Mayfield on common manifestations of mental and emotional struggles in order to identify symptoms, grow in compassion, and gain tools for engaging wisely with those who are suffering. This book is a helpful tool for all

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46:43

When addiction takes everything: A Parent’s grief,...

Counsel for Life ·

2026/02/18

In this episode we hear the story of a family who experienced great loss as a result of addiction. Lance and Jeni Ward share memories of their son, as well as the painful season of suffering that led to his passing. In the midst of great grief, this story shines with the hope of the gospel and provides encouragement to those who are suffering unimaginable loss. To connect with Lance and Jeni and to receive further encouragement, check out the links below:Jeni’s Instagram:@jeni.wardLance's

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31:58

How to be a spiritually healthy leader, Featuring...

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2026/02/04

This episode features Dave Wiedis, founder and Executive Director of ServingLeaders Ministries, a ministry that provides pastoral care and counseling for ministry leaders and their families, as well as the broader Christian community. Dave shares about his new book, The Spiritually Healthy Leader: Finding Freedom From Self-Sabotage. We talk with him about how spiritual healthy leadership is connected to our passions and motivations, and he offers wisdom about how processing our emotions helps us

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35:51

Hope for survivors of sexual assault, Featuring...

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2026/01/21

In this episode we talk with Camille Cates, biblical counselor and author of the book, After Sexual Trauma: Finding Renewal in Christ. Camille shares wisdom with us about how sexual trauma can fracture the way we think about ourselves, others and God, and she offers encouragement for those who struggle to find healing. Her personal journey and her experience as a counselor are sure to be a source of hope for many sufferers.NOTE: This episode contains material that may be triggering for some

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37:06

Attraction, Identity, and the Church as Home

Counsel for Life ·

2026/01/07

In this episode Eliza talks with Adam Westlake, who shares some of his own story of healing. Adam talks vulnerably about his own struggles with singleness and sexuality, as well as the ways in which he has cultivated a sense of family within the Church. He gives us helpful ways to think about how to come alongside each other in order to forge bonds and grow together in the faith.To learn more about Adam and his counseling ministry, click HERE.Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our

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35:27

Grief few fathers talk about, Featuring Eric Schumacher

Counsel for Life ·

2025/12/17

In this episode we talk with Eric Schumacher, counselor and songwriter. Eric shares his story of the grief of miscarriage, and he offers wisdom about how dads can struggle in particular ways when their wives miscarry. Eric gives us helpful wisdom in when and how to seek care for both moms and dads when miscarriage occurs. This is a needed conversation that few people are talking about. Eric has written a book called Dads Hurt Too: A Father's Memoir of Miscarriage. Click HERE to learn

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35:49

Fear is not a sin, Featuring Ed Welch

Counsel for Life ·

2025/12/10

In this episode we talk with Ed Welch, counselor and faculty member at the Christian Counseling and Educational Foundation. He introduces his new book, Fear is Not a Sin: It Is a Call to Action. This book has a provocative title, and we hear from Ed about why he chose this title and how he wants us to think about fear in relation to our engagement with God and with the Church. He shares wisdom about how God approaches us when we are afraid, and he encourages us in how we can come to God with the

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30:21

The key to resilience in ministry, Featuring Dave Harvey

Counsel for Life ·

2025/11/19

This episode features Dave Harvey, church planter and author of The Clay Pot Conspiracy: God's Plan to Use Weakness in Leaders. Dave shares some of his own story of loss and struggle in ministry, and he offers encouragement and wisdom for those in ministry who struggle with feeling weak and incapable. He also discusses the importance of a culture of humility and dependence on God within ministry teams.Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom

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31:01

Don't overcomplicate Bible reading, Featuring David...

Counsel for Life ·

2025/11/12

In this episode we talk with David Platt, lead pastor of McLean Bible Church. David shares his extensive wisdom and experience in studying and teaching the Bible, and he offers hope and encouragement for those of us who may struggle with studying the Bible. You can learn more about David's ministry 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

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37:27

Talking back to our fears, Featuring Mary Marantz

Counsel for Life ·

2025/11/05

In this episode we talk with Mary Marantz, bestselling author of Dirt and Underestimated, as well as the host of the popular podcast The Mary Marantz Show. Mary talks with us about how we are so prone to hesitate and even shut down as a result of our fears. She offers wisdom in how to pay attention to what our fears tell us and speak back to fear with truth. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive

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22:48

How should we talk to kids about suffering?

Counsel for Life ·

2025/10/29

In this episode Eliza interviews Beth about her new book, 10 Questions About Pain and Suffering: 30 Devotionals for Kids, Teens, and Families. Beth shares about the difficulty of talking with kids about the tough questions that arise when suffering occurs. She offers wisdom in how we can help kids encounter the God of compassion when they feel pain, as well as how they can love others who are suffering. We shouldn't shy away from this topic with kids, since it's an opportunity to show them

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28:23

How to parent grown kids without losing them,...

Counsel for Life ·

2025/10/15

This episode features Kathy Cunningham, counselor and coach who works closely with parents who are struggling in relationships with their adult children. Kathy shares exhortation and encouragement both for parents as well as for adult children, and she gives us helpful framework for how to strengthen these relationships from a Christ-centered perspective. To learn more about Kathy and her ministry, click HERE.Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly

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34:06

What you need when life doesn’t let up, Featuring...

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2025/10/08

In this episode we talk with Karrie Hahn, counselor and author of the book, Limping Heavenward: Living by Faith in Comprehensive and Chronic Suffering. Karrie speaks wisely and honestly about her own story of suffering and the ways in which God has spoken to her and shaped her through her suffering. She also shares encouragement for those who experience chronic suffering. Karrie's book has been a great help to many sufferers and those who help sufferers, so click HERE to find her book!Become a

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64:44

What's so great about biblical counseling? Featuring...

Counsel for Life ·

2025/09/24

For those of you who follow what's happening in the biblical counseling world, you may have heard some discouraging things. In this very special extended episode, we talk with leaders of biblical counseling organizations about the encouraging things happening in the biblical counseling movement. We hear honest conversation from Jonathan Holmes (interim director of the Christian Counseling and Educational Foundation), Curtis Solomon (executive director of the Biblical Counseling Coalition), and

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29:59

What we miss when we forget we're embodied, Featuring...

Counsel for Life ·

2025/09/10

In this episode we talk with Lainey Greer, founder of Your Body Matters and the creator of Understand Healthy and The Bible and Your Body. She has a deep passion for Christian theology and how we steward our bodies, aiming to equip believers with practical tools to glorify God in their physical health. Lainey shares wisdom to help us understand a biblical perspective on the body, as well as the basics of wellness.With a background in exercise science (from the University of Texas), Christian

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28:20

Overcoming our fears as counselors

Counsel for Life ·

2025/09/03

Welcome to Season 5! In this first episode of the season, we'll talk about how we can work through the fears we sometimes experience when we are trying to implement a new skill in counseling. Whether you're a new counselor or a seasoned one, you will benefit from these tools to help you serve your counselees and stay grounded in truth. If you're not a counselor, we still encourage you to listen. These tools for facing our fears will be useful in many spheres - parenting, work, and

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31:42

Can A.I. be my counselor?

Counsel for Life ·

2025/07/09

Whether you're using AI or feel nervous to touch it, it's not going away. Many people are beginning to ask whether A.I. could be a good substitute for counseling. In this episode, we will talk about the pros and cons of using A.I. as a counselor, and we'll discuss what biblical wisdom might contribute to the discussion. You can also click HERE to access the article in Time Magazine that Eliza mentions during our conversation.Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our

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