Dr. Rhona Epstein began a personal journey of restoration as a teen after battling eating disorders throughout her childhood. Impacted by her own recovery, she made it her life’s mission to help others out of the same insanity with food abuse and weight obsession. Rhona’s goal is to apply chemical dependency therapy practices to the treatment of addictive eating issues as a professional counselor. Dr. Epstein shares with Zach Clinton the emotional and relational aspects of addiction, and reveals how 12-step recovery principles and biblically-based counseling have helped her clients find peace and well-being while addressing their eating disorders in holistic ways.
Life, Love, Faith, and Family, with cohosts Dr. Tim Clinton, and his son, Dr. Zach Clinton, offers timely and topical conversations with national leaders in faith, mental health, and family advocacy. Anchored in a biblical perspective to help you navigate today’s culture, each episode provides a word of hope and encouragement to help strengthen your life, your love, and your relationships with those you love most. Each day, we want to remind you that God loves you and is there for you! Our goal is to equip you to face everyday challenges, move from “survive” to “thrive,” and embrace the life that God has designed for you. Filled with wisdom, testimonials, timeless truths, and both clinical and practical tips to address the emotional and spiritual needs that most often affect people, the program covers everything from stress and anxiety to trust, intimacy, grace, and even forgiveness. Life, Love, Faith, and Family explores the dynamics of marriage, raising children, and building a better life for yourself and your family.
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When an Empty Nest Leads to an Empty Heart: How to Prevent Gray Divorces
The kids are gone, now what? Listen as marriage therapist Dr. Sharon May discusses the rise in the divorce rate among older American couples over the past 3 decades. She tells Dr. Clinton there are many factors, such as an increasing population of aging baby boomers. But at the heart of the matter she says there is a need to see your spouse for who they are and make sure their needs are equal to yours. This will forge a true partnership that is built to last.
The Pillars of American Democracy: The Institutions of Government and Family
Dr. Ben Carson has devoted his life to serving others. First, as a neurosurgeon, then, as the 17th U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. He describes to Zach Clinton what he sees as an erosion of the pillars that made this country so special, and defines the threats to the Republic that must be addressed to insure our faith and freedom. Dr. Carson says if we return to the documents that the founding fathers wrote, he believes we can return to the divinely inspired order that made this country great.
Only The Truth Can Save Us
John Cooper believes that only the Truth God provides in the Bible can save America from itself. The leader of the Christian rock band Skillet has a platform he shares with his wife and bandmate, Korey Cooper. Together they tour the country and see firsthand what is happening to our culture. John explains to host Zach Clinton that Christians can’t be “wimpy or woke.” It makes sense then that the new Skillet album is titled “Revolution.” For such a time as this!
Beyond Burnout: Regain Your Passion and Energy, Part 2
What is “burnout,” and how can you prevent it? Dr. Gregory Jantz explains the growing phenomenon that affects the mind, body, and spirit to Dr. Clinton in part 2 of a fascinating 2-part series. Dr. Jantz says anyone can suffer burnout- from parents to teens, even over-scheduled children and high-performance college students. Jantz unpacks his new book, “Beyond Burnout: Regain Your Passion and Energy,” to provide tangible examples of burnout and solutions. Learn about 6 steps you can take to regain your own passion and energy. It may change your life!
Beyond Burnout: Regain Your Passion and Energy, Part 1
In a new study, 70% of workers report feeling “burned out” within the last year. But what is burnout, and how can you prevent it? Dr. Gregory Jantz explains this growing condition to Dr. Clinton and shares a personal experience he had to address. Listen as the two counselors reveal that anyone can suffer burnout- from professionals, to parents, care-givers, even students. Don’t miss as Gregg unpacks his new book, “Beyond Burnout: Regain Your Passion and Energy.”
The Hope of Heaven – The Sheila Walsh Story
Sheila Walsh experienced a childhood marked by trauma and shame due to her father’s mental illness. Determined to create a better life for herself, she moved to America, where she became a co-host on the Christian TV talk show, The 700 Club . Today on LLFF, Sheila shares with Zach Clinton her journey from deep hurt to recovery, a transformation made possible through unwavering faith in the Lord. Despite achieving professional success, she faced a mental health crisis at the height of her career. With courage and determination, she sought professional help, leading to a positive outcome. Today, Sheila prioritizes her mental wellness as she inspires others to draw closer to God and find lasting comfort in the hope of heaven.
Elevate Your Faith, Spark Your Joy, and Love Your Precious Life
Popular Bible teacher and motivational speaker Margaret Feinberg sits down with Zach Clinton to discuss the need we all have for community. Just as Jesus built community, we too are commanded to hear and see each other as we grow our circles of influence. Margaret shares that we should “pay attention to what we are paying attention to,” and then decide if it is really serving us.
Soul Care As Seen Through the Life of Christ
Counselor Debra Fileta has a great deal of experience with relationship and marital issues. Seeing so many people suffering with stress, anxiety, and “burn out” led her to write “Soul Care,” which is centered on what she calls “life-giving rhythms” that will restore life, help you “discover unspeakable joy.” Debra explains to Zach Clinton how Jesus’ own life on earth provided examples of six practices that you can follow, including rest, nourishment, connection, protection, and awareness. Listen as Debra and Zach explore the simple things that you should be paying attention to in order to achieve a true sense of peace, even in the midst of our hectic times. Rooted in Scripture and undergirded by clinical psychology, “Soul Care” will benefit you, your family, and the ones you love.
In Jesus Name, All Things Are Possible
“If I had one thing that I could say to people, it’s that God is a God of healing.” These are the words of contemporary Christian music artist Katy Nichole. Katy caught up with Dr. Zach Clinton backstage at a recent “Extraordinary Women” conference to discuss the radical and beautiful ways that God has healed her physically and moved her professionally and spiritually to minister to others through her music and burgeoning platform. Be uplifted by a young lady expressing hope and purpose who overcame difficult teenage years filled with continuous back pain and ensuing surgeries. To be able to sing on tour and carry His message in her music is a sign that in Him, all things are possible!
About Dr. Tim Clinton
and Dr. Zach Clinton
Tim Clinton, Ed.D., LPC, LMFT, is President of The American Association of Christian Counselors, (AACC), the world’s largest and most diverse Christian counseling organization, with over 50,000 active members and students. He also serves as Executive Director of the Global Center for Mental Health, Addiction, and Recovery and Professor Emeritus at Liberty University. Dr. Clinton previously served as co-host of the Dr. James Dobson’s Family Talk nationally syndicated radio program, from 2018 to 2023. Dr. Clinton hosts a weekend television news talk program, Sunday The Road Forward, which airs on Real America’s Voice News Network and is available across numerous streaming platforms. Licensed as a professional counselor and as a marriage and family therapist, Dr. Clinton is recognized as an expert on mental health and relationship issues and spends much of his time working with Christian leaders and professional athletes.
Dr. Clinton has authored or edited nearly 30 books, including Take It Back: Reclaiming Biblical Masculinity, and Focus on the Future: Your Family, Your Faith, and Your Voice Matter Now More Than Ever. Tim has been married for over 44 years to his wife, Julie, and together they have two children, Megan (married to Ben) and Zach (married to Evelyn), and two granddaughters, Olivia and Sophia, who have stolen their hearts.
Dr. Zach Clinton, Ph.D., serves as Vice President of the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC), the world’s largest and most diverse Christian counseling organization. He is the Host of the renowned Built Different Podcast as well as President and Host of Ignite Men’s Ministry and Conferences. Dr. Zach is also a Licensed Professional Counseling Resident at Light Counseling as well as an athletic counselor specializing in sport and performance psychology at Liberty University. As a former Division 1 college baseball player, Dr. Clinton loves working with professional & collegiate athletes and enjoys speaking into the lives of today’s generations as he has a deep passion for helping people build self-esteem, emotion regulation, leadership qualities, and perspective shifts. He has dedicated his life to reminding people that no matter how dark, difficult, or painful life can be, they are never out of the fight! He is the author of Even If and is currently working on his next book, Remember My Chains: Helping You Move from Bondage to Breakthrough. Dr. Zach is thrilled to be married to his lovely wife, Evelyn, as they make their home in Central Virginia.