by Kathy Koch, Ph.D., Wayne Stender | Oct 14, 2025 | Christian Counseling Today
I (Wayne) remember the slump of the weary teenager in front of me. The young man had experienced more life-changing events than many adults: family conflict, relocation, academic struggles, and anxiety. My heart ached, and I quietly prayed, “Lord, will he ever...
by Todd W. Hall, Ph.D. | Oct 14, 2025 | Christian Counseling Today
Human beings are created in the image of a relational God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit eternally existing in perfect communion. This Trinitarian reality reveals that relationships are not merely one aspect of human flourishing; they are the very soil from which all...
by Tyler J. VanderWeele, Ph.D., Byron R. Johnson, Ph.D. | Oct 14, 2025 | Christian Counseling Today
We all desire to flourish. Indeed, God’s design and desire have always been for humans to flourish. And yet, regrettably, global surveys reveal many people are not flourishing. In fact, research has documented the global rise of unhappiness.1 This disturbing finding...
by Ted Cunningham, MACE | Oct 9, 2025 | Christian Counseling Today, The Word Applied
the word applied Running Well, Finishing Strong A few months ago, I told a mentor friend, “I love how you honor people. You are one of the most encouraging leaders in my life.” His response surprised me, “You wouldn’t have liked me 20 years ago, Ted.” As a pastor of a...
by Michael R. Lyles, M.D. | Oct 9, 2025 | Christian Counseling Today, Shrink Notes
shrink notes Early Career Development: Growing Your Impact As a therapist, you feel inspired to assist individuals dealing with mental trauma and are academically prepared to launch your mental health practice/ministry. However, what difference will it make if no one...
by Fernando Garzon, Psy.D. | Oct 9, 2025 | Christian Counseling Today, Research Digest
research digest Promising Flourishing Studies In this Research Digest, we examine recent studies on flourishing. Flourishing crosses multiple domains related to well-being, such as health, happiness, meaning, character, relationships, financial security, and...
by Gary W. Moon, M.Div., Ph.D. | Oct 9, 2025 | Christian Counseling Today, Reflections
reflections Thriving in the Present Moment: Practical Lessons from a Few Saints “We cannot find God in noise or agitation. Nature: trees, flowers, and grass grow in silence. The stars, the moon, and the sun move in silence….”1– Mother Teresa of Calcutta In the preface...
by Shannae Anderson | Oct 9, 2025 | Christian Counseling Today, Looking Inward
looking inward What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger Jesus offers all who follow Him abundant life (John 10:10), part of our divine inheritance here on earth. This abundant life is closely akin to a life of flourishing and well-being. Unfortunately, trauma...
by Gregg L. Jantz, Ph.D. | Oct 9, 2025 | Christian Counseling Today, Leadership Psyc
leadership psyc A Place to Thrive Editor’s Note: The entire American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) family mourns the loss of our dear friend and supporter, Dr. Gregory Jantz. He was a professional mental health pioneer in whole-person care and a treasured...
