Before the Storms
Juliet Caceres, PsyD, Director of Clinical Operations, Timberline Knolls The account of Jesus calming the storm is one of the most heralded of his miracles. It appears in three of the gospels: Mark 4:35, Luke 8:22 and Mathew 6:4. Countless lessons can be taken...
Standing Strong through the Storm
Megan France, LCPC Therapist, Timberline Knolls A few years ago, I was having a conversation with my pastor about my struggles managing the stress in my life. At the time, I was also working with families that were impacted by complex trauma and PTSD. It...The Mercy of God: No Start Date, No End Date
Steve Wright LCPC, RDDP Human beings are very committed to marking the beginning of events. The New Year always kicks off on January 1. The same holds true for the seasons, with each having their own start date. Spring officially begins on March 20. It is the season...
Dr. Tim Clinton Responds to the Passing of Rev. Billy Graham
“Billy Graham didn’t simply preach the gospel, he lived it.” – Dr. Tim Clinton Forest, Va. — With the passing of Rev. Billy Graham, Dr. Tim Clinton, president of the American Association of Christian Counselors, issues the following statement: “One could...
Change the Ending
Steve Wright, M.A. I recently finished reading a set of fiction stories. The main plot circled around conflict between the hero and villain. The hero overcame incredible odds that resulted in victory over the villain. I love stories like this that emphasize the...
Good Listening Flows from the Fruits of the Spirit
Katherine Daniels Pain. Doubt. Anxiety. Confusion. Anger. You don’t have to look far to find people burdened with these battles. Our churches, hospitals, schools and workplaces are filled with them. In the midst of pain, people are longing for a trustworthy person to...
Is Rest the Forgotten Key to Your Emotional Wellbeing?
Lisa Murray, M.A. Rest. Typically not a word in my vocabulary. I was coming up to the weeks before my vacation, barely hanging on by a thread. I didn’t even notice how tired I was. My body moved slowly, numbly in its predictable, mechanical motions of...