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Shame vs. Honesty

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Shame is the single most inhibitor to any individual's development of honesty. God's proomise of honesty to us paves...

Character vs. Reputation

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Knowing the difference between our character and our reputation is an integral part of our ministry. We promote the...

In Pursuit of Belonging

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Sometimes obtaining a sense of belonging promotes behaviors that demean or 'step on' others in order to feel...

Resting in Hope

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Hope comes from facing our battles with the flesh before the grace and mercy of God. I Peter 1:13 is the basis of...

Christmas: God's Sacred Covenant

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Using the analogy of a love story, this brief passage describes the tenderness of God's love for each one of us. The...

The Look of God

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

The power of a look. When someone looks at another's face they see the inner thoughts or feelings of that person...

What a Lot to Possess

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Our position as a child of God is laden with numerous benefits. Our inheritance is both instant and progressive.

Double Yoke: No Burden is Carried Alone

Examines our natural tendency to "go it alone" and provides a way to envision sharing your burdens with Jesus.

The Comfort of Position

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

The reality of our position with our Heavenly Father is one that is filled with comfort and help during our...

Self Sabatoge and Secret Affections

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

In the recovery process, a new kind of honesty is needed to become all that God would have. This article takes a...

Dealing With Depression 4 of 4 #1158w

This program discusses how our thought life can bring about depression.

Dealing With Depression 3 of 4 #1157w

Discussion of causes of depression.

Dealing With Depression 2 of 4 #1156w

This program includes a discussion of major depression and possible physical causes.

Dealing With Depression 1 of 4 #1155w

In this program we define depression and discuss what to watch for as signs of depression.

Don't Stop Believing: Taking Off the Therapy Hat 5 of 5 #3592

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

Many times parents and family members of prodigals do not share their pain with others and sometimes for good...

Don't Stop Believing 4 of 5 #3591

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

Many times parents and family members of prodigals do not share their pain with others and sometimes for good...

Don't Stop Believing 3 of 5 #3590

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

Many times parents and family members of prodigals do not share their pain with others and sometimes for good...

Don't Stop Believing 2 of 5 #3589

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

Many times parents and family members of prodigals do not share their pain with others and sometimes for good...

Don't Stop Believing 1 of 5 #3588

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

Many times parents and family members of prodigals do not share their pain with others and sometimes for good...

Crazy Minds #3584

Carrissa Pannuzzo, MA, LMFT-T, LPC-T

Foggy. Distracted. Fragmented. Lack of focus. Anxious. There's nothing like a crazy mind to make your whole body and...