Therapy and Theology

When life takes an unexpected turn — whether it’s going through a divorce or another unwanted circumstance — it can feel like survival mode is the only option. Our mental health begins to suffer, bringing increased...

The cure for grief isn’t time — it’s acceptance. Acceptance helps you process what has been lost, let go of what will never be, and discover new meaning and purpose moving forward. In this episode, you’ll learn: The...

Forgiveness often feels like an unfair gift we have to give to someone who hurt us the most. But what if it's actually God's prescription for the hurting human heart to heal? In this episode, you’ll learn: The dangers...

After a life-altering experience like an unwanted divorce, the dust may settle, but your mind keeps racing. Questions like Why wasn’t I enough?, What could I have done differently?, or How did I miss this? spiral on...

Divorce is so deeply complex, confusing, and gut-wrenching — especially when you are blindsided by betrayal and left facing a future you never asked for. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why Matthew 19 is often...

Divorce is a deeply painful experience that often carries layers of shame and confusion, especially for Christians. While we don't want to glorify divorce in anyway, we also don't want people quietly suffering without a...

For years, Lysa TerKeurst has walked alongside women who never wanted their marriage to end yet find themselves navigating the grief, shame, and unanswered questions that divorce brings. Now, Lysa, alongside theologian...

Whether you're parenting biological, foster, or adoptive children or navigating your own healing journey from when you were a child, this conversation is for you. In this episode with Meredith Brock, Jim Cress, and...

It's one thing to recognize red flags in your relationships. It's another thing to know what to do after that. In this episode, you'll learn: Five spectrums to consider when determining how serious a red flag is...

Noticing red flags doesn’t make you critical — it makes you wise. In this episode, you'll learn: Six red flags to be aware of — whether you're building new relationships or evaluating existing ones. How to talk to...

Have you been interacting with someone and concern rises up within you? An unsettledness bubbles up? Your guard goes up, and you start thinking things like: I don’t know if I can trust them. I don’t know if I can...

Summertime is a season for sunshine, long days, and making memories with the people closest to us. But let’s be honest — more time together doesn’t always mean more connection. It could create more tension. And...

The (sometimes secret) struggle with pornography takes an emotional and spiritual toll on individuals, marriages, and families. It's a multifaceted issue that requires a multifaceted healing plan. In this episode...

Addiction is a heartbreaking reality that weighs heavy on loved ones who are affected. But when you're navigating something this complex, how can you know the best way forward? In this episode, you will learn: What is...

While we don't want to put labels on people, it is important to be aware of certain patterns of behavior. Because the more awareness we have, the better we'll be able to navigate situations we find ourselves in. In this...

Have you ever wondered why you have different reactions with different people in your life? Maybe it's easy to respond to a friend with love and patience but difficult to respond to your spouse without getting angry...

Lysa TerKeurst says "emotional abuse is sometimes both the most overused and underused term"... and we couldn't agree more. In this episode, you’ll learn: The hidden tactics of emotional abuse: gaslighting and love...

You cannot be in a healthy, flourishing relationship with someone who refuses to take responsibility for their own issues. This is why the dynamics and roles of the Victim Triangle must be recognized. In this episode...

It's time to get out of the dysfunctional dances and be bravely honest about what you may be experiencing behind closed doors. That's what Lysa TerKeurst, counselor Jim Cress and Dr. Joel Muddamalle want to help you...

Broken trust can make us look at the world with skepticism, resistance and hesitancy. Or broken trust can make us more resilient and brave. We get to choose how we move forward. In this episode of Season 7, Lysa, Jim...

When you have experienced heartbreak or betrayal, it’s hard not to fall into thought spirals. You may find yourself bracing for impact as you think: If this worst-case scenario happened in the past, when will something...

Can I trust this person? This is a big question, especially after a betrayal has occurred. The deeper the wound, the longer the repair will take. But not all repairs are equal. You see, there is a difference between...

It can be so disillusioning to process things that are breaking our heart, especially when it seems like God is not intervening. Maybe you find yourself asking questions like: When is God going to right the wrongs and...

Not one of us gets to live this life unmarked by hurt, so not one of us gets to live this life without trust issues. Whether you claim to be someone who naturally struggles with trust or not, sometimes skepticism creeps...

Betrayal can come in so many different forms. Maybe a friend tells a secret you trusted them with. Or maybe your spouse is making decisions that are breaking your heart. Or maybe a co-worker threw you under the bus...