
What We’re Thinking About
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Every week, we publish articles written by our counselors on various mental health, spiritual formation, or overall wellness topics.
New Year's Evaluation
Instead of a New Year's resolution, how about a New Year's evaluation? Before we can make real change in our lives, we need to evaluate ourselves to gain insight into who we are and the kind of change we need.
3 Simple Ways to Improve Your Sleep
There are three things you need to know to get better sleep.
What John the Baptist Can Teach Us About Doubt
Jesus calls John the Baptist “the greatest among those born of women.” Yet despite his greatness in ministry and faith, John also seems to have doubt.
When God’s Gifts Come in Unexpected Wrapping
When it comes to “getting what I want,” I can’t help but wonder how many times my mindset toward God is similar to the mindset I had of Santa during childhood.
Staff Picks and Must-Reads: 2022
We asked our counselors, “what’s the best book you read this year?” Here’s our list of staff picks and must-reads for 2022.
Counselor Spotlight: Pete
Peter Ruffini, LPC discusses his past, the benefits of Christian therapy, and long-lasting emotional wellness.
3 Things to Help You Enjoy the Christ-Celebrated Season
Christmas brings great joy—and sometimes great stress. Here are three ways to help you enjoy the Christ-celebrated season.
Living Out the New Self: A Reflection on Colossians 2:6
In Christ we are accepted, loved, and delighted in. But this is not the end of the matter. Paul puts forth that our standing with God is the foundation for the way we walk with Him.
What Is Psychodynamic Counseling?
Many CCCRD counselors practice psychodynamic or insight-oriented counseling. What does that mean?
Counselor Spotlight: Rachel
Rachel Schwindt, LAC discusses Philadelphia, gaining personal insight, and her grandmother’s best recipe.
Responding to Your Questions On Spiritual Anxiety
Here are some questions CCCRD counselors received during a seminar on spiritual anxiety.
Facing the Music: 4 Ways to Interrupt Your Relational Dance
How do we break out of our negative patterns of interacting?
5 Ways Social Anxiety Shows Up in Adulthood
Social anxiety is often dismissed as a kid’s issue, but it actually affects people throughout their entire life. What does social anxiety look like in adults?
Your Brain on Anxiety: Safety and Acceptance
Because many of our anxieties stem from a fear of the unknown or loss of control, the best way to regain safety is to accept uncertainty.
To the Church: Humility Displayed
In the Gospel of John, Jesus washes his disciples’ feet as an act of humility and service. How can you take on the servant’s posture for those around you?
Dispelling Myths and Finding Help for Eating Disorders
How do we think about treating eating disorders?
CCCRD Voted Best Mental Health Provider in Burlington County 2022
We’re honored to have been voted Best Mental Health Provider in Burlington County for 2022!
No Condemnation: A Reflection on Romans 8
What would your life look like if you truly believed there is no condemnation?
How Sleep Affects The Mind
Poor sleep affects the mind along with the body, particularly in concentration, memory, and managing emotions.
How Early Childhood Impacts Adult Relationships
Our attachment style with early childhood caregivers informs how we seek relationships going into adulthood.