One of more than a few “aha” moments that have converged for me is this: I am not a “social justice warrior”. That is the work of people with causes/issues for which to battle. I am an advocate whose task is to battle for a particular person...
Read 2 months into COVID-19 pandemic….. From Columbia University Psychiatry by way of Medscape: What is crisis counseling? A person’s usual adaptive, problem-solving capabilities are often compromised after a disaster, but they are there, and if accessed,...
“Triangles are very strong shapes which makes them important when building strong and stable structures.” This Tweet by Eric Hoke caught my eye. This individual helps pastors leaving ministry find their place...
Have you considered that family and friends are “first responders” in relational abuse and violence generally? Healthcare providers and clergy are often the next line of contact to detect, educate, counsel or refer the abuser and the victim. By the time...
I am about to the point of banning the use of the word “anxiety” in my presence . It is a pervasive mental health diagnosis….with many DSM variations on the theme. As I pray about and explore issues with women in recovery either seeking medication or...
I have facilitated groups or journeyed alongside women with depression since 1998. One of the things I counsel women in depression who come to me is “find a reason to get up every morning” even if you feel like a sleep walker or a zombie. Keep moving!...
