It’s that time of year again. The time we celebrate the birth of our Savior, spend countless hours shopping and planning, and spend quality time with our loved ones. Although there is joy in this season, this season can also bring about stress. And for many of us, this stress is compounded when we realize…
Thanksgiving is approaching, and stores are already being saturated with Christmas music and decor. While the busyness of the holidays fast approaches, how can you as parents bring a spirit of thanksgiving to this season and take time to model thankfulness to your children? Consider these practical thoughts: Recognize the Giver Allow your kids to…
Quality time during the teenage years might not always seem possible with the many distractions that compete for our attention and our teens’ tendency to push us away. But finding ways to connect with your teenager is possible. Here are just a few things to consider as you navigate through the twists and turns of…
“So, why are you both coming to premarital therapy?” This is usually one of the first questions I ask clients when they come for premarital counseling. The answers usually fall along the lines of “our pastor, our parents, our friends, or even “we” thought it would be a good idea.” Regardless of why people come…
Are you watching what you eat this summer? No, I’m not talking about food, calories, or carbs so that you’re in tip-top shape for your bathing suit. I’m talking about what you’re feeding your mind to keep your whole self in shape. Take the old story of the two wolves: An old man is teaching…
Summer’s here – time for warmer weather, cookouts, and relaxing by the pool. But despite these enjoyable things, the changes of summer can bring their own stress with them. So here are a few tips to help you keep your cool this summer: Keep a schedule It’s summer, so there’s so much more time…
One:12 Counseling is excited to announce the addition of Jessee Eppley to our team! As a marriage and family therapist, Jessee is passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families find healing and hope. He also has training in helping those who struggle with sexual addiction. Jessee is currently accepting new clients, so please call our…
We spring clean our houses, dusting out the cobwebs and organizing the closets, but how often do we spring clean the “rooms” of our lives? If we “examine our ways and test them” (Lam. 3:40), we can see what needs to be cleaned, organized, and thrown out. Let’s take a look. Yourself – The…