Broadcasts about Depression

Ministering to a Grieving Child, #6 of 6, #3400

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., LCSW

ike adults, children grieve when faced with loss or significant change. However, children sometimes do not have words to describe their feelings. Instead they tend to act out their emotions. In this 6 part radio series Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss ways to minister to a grieving child. Each program focuses on the unique needs of children by age group. This program #6 continues the teenage years and recaps highlights of previous programs.

Ministering to a Grieving Child, #5 of 6, #3399

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., LCSW

Like adults, children grieve when faced with loss or significant change. However, children sometimes do not have words to describe their feelings. Instead they tend to act out their emotions. In this 6 part radio series Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss ways to minister to a grieving child. Each program focuses on the unique needs of children by age group. This program #5 addresses 12 years - teenage years.

Ministering to a Grieving Child, #4 of 6, #3398

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., LCSW

Like adults, children grieve when faced with loss or significant change. However, children sometimes do not have words to describe their feelings. Instead they tend to act out their emotions. In this 6 part radio series Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss ways to minister to a grieving child. Each program focuses on the unique needs of children by age group. This program #4 addresses 9-12 years.

Ministering to a Grieving Child, #3 of 6, #3397

Like adults, children grieve when faced with loss or significant change. However, children sometimes do not have words to describe their feelings. Instead they tend to act out their emotions. In this 6 part radio series Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss ways to minister to a grieving child. Each program focuses on the unique needs of children by age group. This program #3 addresses 6-9 years.

Ministering to a Grieving Child, #2 of 6, #3396

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., LCSW

Like adults, children grieve when faced with loss or significant change. However, children sometimes do not have words to describe their feelings. Instead they tend to act out their emotions. In this 6 part radio series Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss ways to minister to a grieving child. Each program focuses on the unique needs of children by age group. This program #2 addresses 3-5 years.

Ministering to a Grieving Child, #1 of 6, #3395

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., LCSW

Like adults, children grieve when faced with loss or significant change. However, children sometimes do not have words to describe their feelings. Instead they tend to act out their emotions. In this 6 part radio series Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss ways to minister to a grieving child. Each program focuses on the unique needs of children by age group. This program #1 addresses birth to 2 years.

Moms' To Do List, #3 of 3, #3377

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Moms are good at taking care of their loved ones but often do not take time for themselves. In this three part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage offer encouragement to moms and discuss ways for moms to take care of their minds, bodies and spirits.

Moms' To Do List, #2 of 3, #3376

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Moms are good at taking care of their loved ones but often do not take time for themselves. This article offers encouragement to moms to care for their needs and discusses ways moms can be proactive by nurturing their minds, bodies and spirits.

Moms' To Do List, #1 of 3, #3375

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Moms are good at taking care of their loved ones but often do not take time for themselves. This article offers encouragement to moms to care for their needs and discusses ways moms can be proactive by nurturing their minds, bodies and spirits.

Standing Up For Yourself While Honoring Others, #4 of 4, #3350

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Conflict can serve to deepen and strengthen relationships when handled well. In this four part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss important principles in handling conflict and standing up for yourself that can lead to deeper and more satisfying relationships.

Standing Up For Yourself While Honoring Others, #3 of 4, #3349

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Conflict can serve to deepen and strengthen relationships when handled well. In this four part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss important principles in handling conflict and standing up for yourself that can lead to deeper and more satisfying relationships.

Standing Up For Yourself While Honoring Others, #2 of 4, #3348

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Conflict can serve to deepen and strengthen relationships when handled well. In this four part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss important principles in handling conflict and standing up for yourself that can lead to deeper and more satisfying relationships.

Standing Up For Yourself While Honoring Others, #1 of 4, #3347

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Conflict can serve to deepen and strengthen relationships when handled well. In this four part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss important principles in handling conflict and standing up for yourself that can lead to deeper and more satisfying relationships.

Working Hard To Be Liked, #3 of 3, #3346

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

People pleasers work very hard to be liked and crave love and acceptance from others at the cost of their own identity. The real person can become lost in the daze of perceived expectations. In this series of radio programs, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss the need to please and provide practical suggestions on breaking the habit of people pleasing.

Working Hard To Be Liked, #2 of 3, #3345

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

People pleasers work very hard to be liked and crave love and acceptance from others at the cost of their own identity. The real person can become lost in the daze of perceived expectations. In this series of radio programs, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss the need to please and provide practical suggestions on breaking the habit of people pleasing.

Working Hard To Be Liked, #1 of 3, #3344

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

People pleasers work very hard to be liked and crave love and acceptance from others at the cost of their own identity. The real person can become lost in the daze of perceived expectations. In this series of radio programs, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss the need to please and provide practical suggestions on breaking the habit of people pleasing.

Chronic Disease: From Grief to Hope, #3 of 3, #3295

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Chronic Disease affects roughly 45% of the total population. Behind this statistic are faces and experiences of real people and their families. In this three part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss five stages of grief people may experience and how family members can help. In part 3 the stages of depression and acceptance are discussed.

Chronic Disease: From Grief to Hope, #2 of 3, #3294

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Chronic Disease affects roughly 45% of the total population. Behind this statistic are faces and experiences of real people and their families. In this three part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss five stages of grief people may experience and how family members can help. In part 2 the stages of denial, anger, bargaining and depression are discussed.

When Parents Fight, #1 of 2, #3275

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

The parents are the executives of the family and from their marital relationship all the other relationships in the family are derived. When parents have the habit of fighting with each other fiercely or frequently, children may be negatively impacted. In this series of broadcasts, Christine and Lynda discuss the impact and offer suggestions to help parents.

When Parents Fight, #2 of 2, 3276

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

The parents are the executives of the family and from their marital relationship all the other relationships in the family are derived. When parents have the habit of fighting with each other fiercely or frequently, children may be negatively impacted. In this series of broadcasts, Christine and Lynda discuss the impact and offer suggestions to help parents.

The Two Sides of Pity #2 of 2, #3224

Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC

These programs feature Suzan Myhre and Paul Cameron discussing the difference between Godly pity and self-centered pity. It looks at the kind of thoughts and beliefs that go with self-centered and the trappings of it. God's truth frees us from these trappings.

The Two Sides of Pity #1 of 2, #3223

Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC

These programs feature Suzan Myhre and Paul Cameron discussing the difference between Godly pity and self-centered pity. It looks at the kind of thoughts and beliefs that go with self-centered pity and the trappings of it. God's truth frees us from these trappings.

Male/Female Depression & Midlife #1 of 2, #3207

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Brenda Spina and Paul Cameron discuss some of the characteristics of midlife, the most common being that of depression and the differences between men and women.

Redeeming Our Life Stories: A Christian Approach to Narrative Family Therapy #2 of 2, #3201

Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT

A two part series exploring how our own life stories can be "re-authored," or enhanced, transformed and healed by the redemptive story of Jesus Christ.

Redeeming Our Life Stories: A Christian Approach to Narrative Family Therapy #1 of 2, #3200

Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT

A two- part series exploring how our own life stories can be "re-authored," or enhanced, transformed and healed by the redemptive story of Jesus Christ.

Dealing With Disappointment #1of 2, #3149

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

In this two part series, Lynda Savage reviews steps to help yourself when feeling disappointed. The why of allowing yourself, including the physical aspects of your body, time to "settle down" is included in this discussion.

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and the Brain #3 of 3, #3171

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Post Traumatic Stress is not just psychological. This three part series discusses particulars about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder that have been known for some time: memory difficulties, flashbacks, sleep problems, eating problems, hypersensitivity and so on. Therapists have known that trauma in a person's past psychologically affects a person's present functioning. Recently, discoveries in Affective Neuroscience shown by neuro-imaging, brain blood flow, skin response, and a host of other tests, give striking credence to what is seen expressed in therapy through the suffering person's experience.

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and the Brain #2 of 3, #3170

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Post Traumatic Stress is not just psychological. This three part series discusses particulars about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder that have been known for some time: memory difficulties, flashbacks, sleep problems, eating problems, hypersensitivity and so on. Therapists have known that trauma in a person's past psychologically affects a person's present functioning. Recently, discoveries in Affective Neuroscience give striking credence to what is seen expressed in therapy though the suffering person's experience.

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and the Brain #1 of 3, #3169

Post traumatic stress is not just psychological. This three part series discusses particulars about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder that have been know for some time: memory difficulties, flashbacks, sleep problems, eating problems, Hypersensitivity and so on. Therapists have known that trauma in a person's past psychologically affects a person's present functioning. Recently, discoveries in Affective Neuroscience show by neuro-imaging, brain blood flow, skin response and a host of other tests, give striking credence to what is seen expressed in therapy through the suffering person's experience.

My Thoughts Are Not Your Thoughts #4 of 4, #3051

Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT

These programs illustrate how we can change our thoughts and behaviors to be more in step with God's thoughts toward us. Learn how we can renew our mind in Christ and remain victorious in our thoughts and belief systems.

My Thoughts Are Not Your Thoughts #3 of 4, #3050

Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT

These programs illustrate how we can change our thoughts and behaviors to be more in step with God's thoughts toward us. Learn how we can renew our mind in Christ and remain victorious in our thoughts and belief systems.

My Thoughts Are Not Your Thoughts #2 of 4, #3049

Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT

These programs illustrate how we can change our thoughts and behaviors to be more in step with God's thoughts toward us. Learn how we can renew our mind in Christ and remain victorious in our thoughts and belief systems.

Suicide #4 of 4, #3143

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Suicide is something rarely talked about. It is difficult to wrap one's mind around the concept. Devastating loss representing a depth of personal pain we mostly cannot understand is a part of suicide. In these four programs, Paul Cameron and Lynda Savage discuss the reasons for and prevention of suicide.

Suicide #3 of 4, #3142

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Suicide is something rarely talked about. It is difficult to wrap one's mind around the concept. Devastating loss representing a depth of personal pain we mostly cannot understand is a part of suicide. In these four programs, Paul Cameron and Lynda Savage discuss the reasons for and prevention of suicide.

Suicide #2 of 4, #3141

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Suicide is something rarely talked about. It is difficult to wrap one's mind around the concept. Devastating loss representing a depth of personal pain we mostly cannot understand is a part of suicide. In these four programs, Paul Cameron and Lynda Savage discuss the reasons for and prevention of suicide.

Suicide #1 of 4, #3140

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Suicide is something rarely talked about. It is difficult to wrap one's mind around the concept. Devastating loss representing a depth of personal pain we mostly cannot understand is a part of suicide. In these four programs, Paul and Lynda discuss the reasons for and prevention of suicide.

Anger: How to Cope #5 of 5, #3139

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

A five part series addressing questions and providing answers regarding the common emotion known as anger.

Anger: How to Cope #4 of 5, #3138

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

A five part series focusing on questions and answers to the common emotion of anger. What is anger? Where does it come from? What are the ways to allow God to help with anger? How do stress, depression and anger work together in the body?

Anger: How to Cope #3 of 5, #3137

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

What is anger? Where does it come from? How can we be gentle with ourselves if we struggle with anger, yet deal with it seriously? What are the ways to allow God to help with anger? How do stress, depression, and anger work together in the body? These questions and answers make up a very interesting five part series on anger.

My Thoughts Are Not Your Thoughts #1 of 4, #3048

Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT

These programs illustrate how we can change our thoughts and behaviors to be more in step with God's thoughts toward us. Learn how we can renew our mind in Christ and remain victorious inour thoughts and belief systems.

Anger: How to Cope #2 of 5, #3136

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

What is anger? Where does it come from? How can we be gentle with ourselves if we struggle with anger, yet deal with it seriously? What are the ways to allow God to help with anger? How do stress, depression, and anger work together in the body? These questions and answers make up a very interesting five part series on anger.

Anger: How To Cope #1 of 5, #3135

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

What is anger? Where does it come from? How can we be gentle with ourselves if we struggle with anger, yet deal with it seriously? What are the ways to allow God to help with anger? How do stress, depression, and anger work together in the body? These questions and answers make up a very interesting five part series on anger featuring Phil Panier and family therapist, Lynda Savage.

When Secret Sin Breaks Your Heart #2 of 2, #3047

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

This program continues the discussion of the devastation a wife experiences after discovering her husband's involvement in pornography or with another woman,

When Secret Sin Breaks Your Heart #1of 2, #3046

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Discussion of the devastation a wife experiences after discovering her husband's involvement in pornography or with another woman.

Escaping Your Mental Swamp #2 of 2, #2222

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

A road map to getting out of our own mental swamp.

Grief Process #2 of 2, #2194

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

This program continues the discussion of the grief process after the loss of a loved one.

Grief Process #1 of 2, #2193

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

A look at the grief process after the loss of a loved one.

Comfort or Character #5 of 5, #3124

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Fear, affliction and the truths revealed in Joshua 1-3 are finished up.

Comfort or Character #4 of 5, #3123

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Joshua 1-3 is discussed and the truths Joshua was presented with reveal the reality of God's working in our healing process.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder #3119

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

This program discusses the responses people experience when faced with traumatic events. Reference is made to hurricane Katrina.

A Child's Voice #3085

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Based on her book, "Proverbs For The Family", Lynda discusses a child's reaction to a depressed adult

Good Words - Bad Words- How To Respond To Bad Words, #2155

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Nicknames, untrue statements, unfair labels imprint us, much like an object in playdough. This program aids in identifying our imprints as well as ways to resist those which are harmful. It is these things that lock out the truth of God's Word about who we are.

Families and Forgiveness #5 of 5, #2140

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

We must forgive to be forgiven. This programs reviews the steps of forgivenss.

Families and Forgiveness #4 of 5, #2139

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

This program helps us to tenderly look at the past and see pain and parental sacrifice in a new light.

Families and Forgiveness #3 of 5, #2138

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Forgiveness takes a lot of work, but the outcome of forgiveness is freedom.

Families and Forgiveness #2 of 5, #2137

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

There are relational injustices within our families at times. Asking for God's help in the stages of forgiveness.

Families and Forgiveness #1 of 5, #2136

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

We learn about forgiveness and whether we are loved from our families. Why are family relationships sometimes so painful.

Acute Stress Disorders #3 of 3, #2325

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Recovery from acute stress disorders is very possible. The stages of normalization, treatment and long-term recovery concerns are discussed in this final program.

Acute Stress Disorders #2 of 3, #2324

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

The definitions of stress, trauma and the reactions they can cause in our lives is discussed.

Acute Stress Disorders #1 of 3, #2323

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

There are specific symptoms associated with the experience of a traumatic event. Discussed are the physical and emotional reactions one experiences in the initial phase.

Functions of Chronic Anger #5 of 5, #2120

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Individual are often unconsciously or consciously afraid of losing the relationship they have. Anger may be used as a way of holding the relationship together.

Functions of Chronic Anger #4 of 5, #2119

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Sometimes in an attempt to gain a feeling of status or position, anger is used. Listen as this need is discussed and how people can respond.

Functions of Chronic Anger #3 of 5, #2118

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

There are a variety of ways in which individuals use anger to gain power over others. Listen and hear what behaviors are associated with anger in this type of dynamic.

Functions of Chronic Anger #2 of 5, #2117

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Discussion continues as to the reasons why people get angry and how to deal with the anger.

Functions of Chronic Anger #1 of 5, #2116

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Anger is frightening for many. Identifying the different styles of anger and how they function in relationships may help demystify the reasoning behind particular types of anger.

Nourishing Thinking #4 of 4, #2094

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

A conversation is often taking place in one's mind. How to have nourishing thoughts is explored in this program.

Nourishing Thinking #3 of 4, #2093

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

A conversation is often taking place in one's mind. How to have nourishing thoughts is explored in this program.

Nourishing Thinking #2 of 4, #2092

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

A conversation is often taking place in one's mind. How to have nourishing thoughts is explored in this program.

Nourishing Thinking #1 of 4, #2091

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

A conversation is often taking place in one's mind. How to have nourishing thoughts is explored in this program.

Depression and its Treatment #5 of 5, #2085

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

In this program specific questions about depression and its workings are discussed.

Depression and its Treatment #4 of 5, #2084

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

A thorough overview of the biological and social aspects of depression.

Depression and Its Treatment #3 of 5, #2083

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

An overview of the possible treatments, biological and social causes of depression.

Depression and Its Treatment #2 of 5, #2082

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Lynda continues with her defining of and overview regarding the treatments available for depression.

Depression and its Treatment #1 of 5, #2081

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

This series on depression begins with a thorough overview of the biological and social aspects of depression and its treatment.

How Does Alcoholism Affect Relationships and Intimacy #2 of 2, #1946

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Lynda and Paul take a few minutes to discuss the altered development of intimacy and relationships in the alcoholic family.

How Does Alcoholism Affect Siblings #1 of 2, #1945

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

There is a unique experience among the siblings in the family of an alcoholic that is addressed in this program. Along with this information is a discussion regarding the grief reaction each child may have.

Hope In The Midst Of Trouble #1318

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

The relevancy of Scripture is made known in taking a look at the family patterns of Adam and Eve. These patterns still exist in todays families.

Where Is Jesus In Tough Times #1 of 2, #1049

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Using Isaiah 28:16 this program discusses the necessity of getting God involved in our situation.

Growing Old #629

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

The process of growing old deserves and receives discussion of the aging process and the deep losses experienced.

Communication, Criticism & Compliments #610

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Discussion of how we respond to criticism or compliments.

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