A Stronger Grip
Juliet Cáceres, Psy.D. Director of Spiritual Services, Timberline Knolls On a walk through a forest preserve, I came across a steep set of stairs. As I carefully descended the stairs, I overheard a man say, “let go of the handrail, just hold on to my hand.”...
It’s Not What You Think
Lisa Sleezer, M.A. Have you ever jumped to conclusions? Have you ever made an in-the-moment decision, only to look back and realize your decision was based on worry? Many of us jump to conclusions about situations in our lives and make decisions quickly without...
Embracing the Pain
Steve Wright, MA, LCPC, RDDP Betty (not her name) is a 25-year old who has been through too much in her life. An uncle raped her when she was 12, and her mom didn’t believe her when she told her. Betty’s life took a very dark turn after that. She stopped...
The Common Thread Found In Primary and Secondary Abuse and Its Consequences
Annette Oltmans All forms of abuse involve bullying. Bullying is the common thread found in both Primary and Secondary Abuse and their consequences, which include endemic and culturally biased responses. Bullying, as a stereotype, is usually seen as schoolyard...
“God, Why Can’t I Feel You?”
Steve Wright, M.A. Timberline Knolls “I just don’t feel God anymore!” The woman sitting across from me spoke with intense angst and ache in her voice. “God is everything to me. Now I feel so distant from Him. But what’s worse is I can’t feel Him.” This woman, who...
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...