Is there someone in your life who saw God at work in you and confirmed your calling, helped you feel confident to move forward when you were hesitant? Feel free to tag them below and express your gratitude. Today I’m giving thanks for Jill Savage. She and I met Proverbs 31 Ministries She Speaks … [Read more...] about How to Transform Your Thinking
Reset Your Mindset
What are some words you think of when you think of who God says you are? I think I’ve loved, free, forgiven, accepted, and empowered. I can’t wait to see yours. Today if you’re feeling like you’re not enough, don’t have enough time, or just can’t…. Maybe it’s time to reset your mindset. … [Read more...] about Reset Your Mindset
Owning Our Own Emotions
How do you manage your difficult relationships? Most of us have at least one person in our life that, hard as we try, positive communication seems impossible to maintain. I work with clients all the time in the office helping them understand that while they can’t change other people, they can … [Read more...] about Owning Our Own Emotions
Constant Comparison Robs Us
Viewing social media for me can be a challenge. What about you? Sometimes I love it and I love seeing what all my friends are doing. Every once in a while though, I see a post and there’s a small part of me that wishes I was doing what they were doing when they were doing it. There are moments … [Read more...] about Constant Comparison Robs Us
What’s the Difference Between Christian Coaching and Christian Counseling?
What’s the difference between Christian coaching and Christian counseling? I will be equipping other mental health professionals to answer this question as I lead two sessions on Mental Health Practitioner to Coach:Expand Your Practice and Increase Your Freedom. I’m so excited to work with … [Read more...] about What’s the Difference Between Christian Coaching and Christian Counseling?
With God’s Help
What would you like God to help you with today? Adding these three words to your thoughts can make a difference in how you approach your life today and in the future. “With God’s help” creates hope when we feel helpless and reminds us to look to Him to be the strength of our hearts. (Psalm 73:26) … [Read more...] about With God’s Help
Signs of Depression
If you have felt sad for a day or not wanted to do activities you used to enjoy for a short period of time, you may want to begin working on your mental health because these symptoms can lead to depression. Other symptoms include changes to sleeping eating and your overall mood. Many of my clients … [Read more...] about Signs of Depression
Tame the Worry Dragon
How will you tame or slay the worry dragon in your mind today? In counseling, we talk about worry as like a dragon so we don’t feel like we are fighting against ourselves. From a spiritual perspective, it’s a great way to help kids and teach them to ask God to help them battle their worry dragons … [Read more...] about Tame the Worry Dragon
Having Compassion
Do you struggle with getting angry at life, yourself or others? I get it. Sometimes anger isn’t as blatant as yelling. Often it looks like irritability and people report when they are around someone who is feeling this way, they feel like they need to walk on eggshells around them. No matter … [Read more...] about Having Compassion
Small Movements | Positive Change
What’s a small movement you can make today if you are feeling stuck? It’s Monday and I’m using today to start fresh after struggling with knee pain for over a month. Today I’m getting an MRI and continuing my recovery treatment plan. As I work with clients in the counseling office, emotional … [Read more...] about Small Movements | Positive Change
Back to School with a Healthy Mindset
Get ready to head back to school with a healthy mindset. Studies show that 1 in 3 kids struggle with a mental health issue. Today, I talk with Lee on the Bibles2School podcast about how kids' emotions are so important! Today, we are seeing anxiety and depression creep into our children's lives … [Read more...] about Back to School with a Healthy Mindset
Stop Comparing
How often do you find yourself comparing yourself to someone else? As a counselor I see many clients who compare themselves to others, their friends, or even celebrities they don’t even know. When you stop comparing yourself, you will see a change in your thoughts and actions. You will find … [Read more...] about Stop Comparing