
What We’re Thinking About
Welcome to our blog!
Every week, we publish articles written by our counselors on various mental health, spiritual formation, or overall wellness topics.
The Bridge and the Power of Perspective
Brynn Gutelius, LAC, looks at the bridge between parenting teens and empty-nesting.
What Is the Window of Tolerance?
We all have a Window of Tolerance—our optimal zone to operate in as we navigate what each day brings.
The Beauty of an Apology
Apologies are rare, but when they're done well, they have the power to heal.
Who Is Your Support System?
Humans were made to be relational. How do we find a support system?
Pack Joy for the Journey
Packing joy for our journey sets us up to experience life the way God intended.
The Benefits of Assertive Communication
Instead of resorting to passive-aggressive communication or avoidance, give assertiveness a try.
How Do You Measure Success in Ministry?
The world relies on numbers and measurements to define success. Should ministry do the same?
On Soul Rest: A Guided Reflection
In an age of busyness and production, how can we find rest?
Building a (Healthy) Relationship With Your Emotions
Emotions need to be acknowledged. They are information about who we are and what we’ve gone through.
How to Deal with Regret and Disappointment
Drew Fort, LPC, looks at dealing with the pain of regret and disappointment.
What to Know as You Begin College
Here’s how to prepare emotionally and spiritually for college.
What Kind of Break Do You Need?
Different forms of exhaustion require different ways to recharge.
Finding Comfort in the Good Shepherd: A Guided Reflection
Natalia Parker, LPC, guides us through a reflection on parenting and God as the Good Shepherd.
Activating Faith in Therapy
By activating our faith, we can move in the direction of the healing we hope for.
Mental Health Awareness Month: Meet Yoga Therapist Dana Jalovick
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! This week, check out Jillian’s interview with Yoga Therapist Dana Jalovick.
Mental Health Awareness Month: Exercise and Emotional Wellness
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! This week, we’re looking at the connection between physical exercise and emotional wellness.
Mental Health Awareness Month: Talking to Men About Mental Health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! First up, we’re looking at men’s mental health.
How I’m Dealing with Graduation Grief
Brynn Gutelius, LAC, reflects on her children’s graduations and grieving the passage of time.