MENTAL HEALTH TIPS: The Gift and Art of Listening
By Rev. Dr. Ron Barnes, LSW “Everyone should be quick to listen (and) slow to speak” -James 1:19 “Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom. Though it costs all you have, …
COUNSELING: Ministering to those with Suicidal Thinking
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255 By Wendy Cibula Do not harm yourself, for we are all here. – Acts 16:29 I was surprised to read that Christian Superstar and American …
PARENT EDUCATION: Non-custodial Parenting
By Don Shar, NCC Are you or is someone you know in a non-custodial parenting situation? Because of divorce and other social issues, about half of children now reside in …
COUNSELING: Understanding the Process of Counseling
Understanding the Process of Counseling: the Beginning, Middle and End. By Kim Rose Have you ever heard the phrase, “If you had a magic wand what would you change?” Sometimes …
PARENT EDUCATION: Top Ten List for Raising Happy Kids
Here are some suggestions for raising happy kids. How many are you currently implementing or could you start to practice this week? 1) Start with bedtime: Children require at least …
PARENT EDUCATION: Co-parenting During a High-Conflict Divorce
By Don Shar, NCC Co-parenting conflict is a frequent problem presented in counseling during or after the process of divorce: who sees the children and when, what goes on during their …
COUNSELING: What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
B y Carrie Buckner Often when we hear the term “Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)” we conjure up images of our current armed forces or war veterans from the Vietnam era. …
COUPLES COUNSELING: Can YOU spot a jerk in dating?
Valentine’s Day is around the corner and romance (or the search for it) is in the air for many. Take this quiz to discover how relationship-savvy you really are! Questions: …
COUNSELING: Finding Joy
By Rev. Dr. Ron Barnes In counseling we deal with sorrow more often the joy. However, the goal is to enable clients to experience inner joy even amidst their sorrow. …
PARENT EDUCATION: Before you sign up for the next event, sport, or activity…
Parent Question: “When is enough, enough in terms of having kids and teens in multiple sports and activities? When should I say “no?” I don’t want my children to miss …