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Relationship Dependency and Scripture

Jan 29, 2019 | Abuse, Christian Counseling, Recovery

If you are a Christian who struggles with dependency issues, there may be certain Scripture that can be difficult for you to understand. Below are two examples for review and contemplation. If someone slaps you on the cheek, turn to them the other also. If someone...

Characteristics of a Controller

Dec 28, 2018 | Abuse, Christian Counseling, Recovery

There are people I come into contact with professionally who are controllers. They share many of the same characteristics, which I'll list below: These are people who require a great deal of personal control over their lives. They are most comfortable when they know...

Gaining Spiritual Support for Depression Recovery

Nov 18, 2018 | Christian Counseling, Depression, Recovery

Depression is not merely an emotional upheaval or a physical condition; depression is also a spiritual assault on the truth of God’s love, the promise of his care and concern, and his desire for you to experience an abundant life.

Jane and Joseph

Nov 6, 2018 | Anger Management, Christian Counseling, Depression, Parenting, Recovery

A major struggle people who come to The Center often face is drawing appropriate boundaries. There are many reasons for this. Some people feel it is harmful to others to do so. People may have told us it is selfish. Some people have given up their own wishes and...

Wonderfully Wired

Oct 30, 2018 | Anger Management, Christian Counseling, Depression, Eating Disorders, Recovery

Emotions have meaning messages, physical feelings, and associated action urges. All of these give us information to help us solve life problems.

What is Secure Spiritual Attachment?

Sep 28, 2018 | Christian Counseling, Recovery

God can become the basis for secure attachment. His love can help you create a secure attachment to who you are, to others, and to him.

Taming Our Fear

Aug 30, 2018 | Christian Counseling, Recovery

It's sad that most of us take counsel of our fears, become immobilized by their terror, and seldom become the people God created us to be. We've allowed our fears to fly in the face of our dreams. If this is where you find yourself at this time, I encourage you to...