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 …
PARENT EDUCATION: Getting Kids to Talk without Bribery, Begging, or Bawling
By Cassy Wimmer, Community Education Director & Staff Therapist Getting kids to talk about their day is difficult! Give a second-grader a buddy in the back seat of the car, …
COUNSELING: Encouragement for Moms
Moms can be particularly good at beating themselves up, adding to the daily struggles of managing homework, sibling fights, meals, impossible schedules, and keeping the house livable (notice I didn’t …
MENTAL HEALTH TIPS: Don’t Let Bitterness Rule Your Life
The Bible warns about the impact of bitterness and anger. It’s “poison” will harm you and your loved ones. If bitterness is a “root” growing in your heart, it’s time to …
PARENT EDUCATION: Make it a Priority to Waste Time Together
By Ron Barnes Executive Director A father and son went on a fishing trip. Later the son wrote in his diary, “Went fishing with Dad. It was great.” His father …
Not Feeling Up to Christmas?
Are others looking forward to holiday cheer while you are dreading it? Grief, divorce, unemployment, declining health and other loss may leave you struggling at this time of year. “The …
SUPPORT GROUPS: What’s the Big Deal, Anyway?
By Cassy Wimmer, MSW, LSW, Groups Facilitator Tailgating buddies, coworkers, wedding parties, board members, flight UA1810 passengers, friends: you can’t escape being part of groups, no matter how introverted you …
PARENT EDUCATION: Talking with Your Children After a Tragedy
Joan Schenker shares the following tips for parents wondering how to talk with their children after a tragedy. We know that God is with us in the good times and …
COUPLES COUNSELING: Are Money Matters Taking the Romance Out of Your Marriage?
“Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or …