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In this episode we talk with A.C. Seiple, licensed counselor, retreat leader, and researcher. She talks with us about her new book, The Sacred Art of Slowing Down, helping us understand how difficult it is to slow down. She offers wisdom in how to explore what's happening inside ourselves in a culture that is so hurried, and she encourages us to do the work of tuning in as we turn to God for peace. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zo...
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In this episode, we discuss the challenge of encountering sufferers who seem to resist change and growth. Whether you're a counselor, pastor, ministry leader, or a caring church member who disciples others, you'll benefit from this conversation. We talk about how to spot resistance, what might be happening under the surface, and how we can help a person look clearly at their suffering and sin and find motivation for change through the lens of Scripture. Become a friend of the podcast by subsc...
In this episode, Beth and Eliza discuss the topic of transference, which is the difficulty that may occur when a counselee unconsciously redirects feelings and experiences of the past onto the counselor. We talk about how to spot transference, as well as how to navigate it in collaboration with the counselee. Transference is an opportunity to help the counselee grow, and we share ways we can make this potential difficulty into a learning experience. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribi...
Welcome to Season 6! In this episode, Beth and Eliza discuss the ways in which, as helpers, our own stories and struggles can sometimes negatively impact the helping relationship. We discuss ways in which countertransference shows up in counseling relationships, but also in pastoral helping relationships and even in everyday friendships and family dynamics. We'll learn how to watch for countertransference and what to do when it impacts our conversations, emphasizing self-awareness, accountabi...
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How is God using the biblical counseling movement across the world? Listen as Brad Hambrick and Matias Casco share about a biblical counseling conference and program offered for Spanish-speaking believers who want to walk alongside those who suffer. You have the opportunity to get involved by hosting the conference via simulcast at your church, so visit https://bradhambrick.com/stscounseling/ , and email [email protected] to receive updates and work toward be...