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Practical insights on mental health, faith, relationships, and living well, from the Life Discovery team.

October 12, 2026

Christian CBT: How Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Fits With Your Faith

What is Christian CBT? How Cognitive Behavioral Therapy works, a thought record example, and how it fits with faith, f…

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September 14, 2026

Can a Therapist Make Custody Recommendations? What Oregon Parents Should Know

Can a therapist make custody recommendations in Oregon? Why your child's therapist usually won't, who does, and how co…

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August 17, 2026

Codependency vs. Christian Service: When Loving Others Starts to Cost You Yourself

Always the one who helps and running on empty? Learn the difference between Christian service and codependency, and wh…

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July 13, 2026

Christian Anxiety: Why Struggling With Worry Is Not a Measure of Your Faith

Feel guilty for being anxious as a Christian? Anxiety is not a measure of faith. See how faith and evidence-based care…

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June 15, 2026

Does My Teenager Need Counseling? A Parent's Guide to Knowing and Next Steps

Does my teenager need counseling? Normal teen changes vs. warning signs, how to bring it up, and how parents stay invo…

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May 18, 2026

Signs Your Child Needs Counseling: A Christian Parent's Guide for Ages 3 to 12

Wondering if your child needs counseling? Signs to watch in kids ages 3 to 12, what Christian child counseling looks l…

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April 13, 2026

Christian Counseling vs. Biblical Counseling: How to Know Which Is Right for You

Christian counseling vs. biblical counseling: learn how licensure, methods, and faith differ, plus what to ask a couns…

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March 16, 2026

What Happens in Christian Marriage Counseling? A Step-by-Step Guide for Couples

What happens in Christian marriage counseling? See the first session, how faith is woven in, common issues, and what t…

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February 11, 2026

Compassion vs. Empathy: How to Care Deeply Without Trying to “Fix” Everything

If you love people and want to be there for them, you’ve probably found yourself wondering: “How do I care well without …

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January 14, 2026

Empathy vs. Compassion: Caring Deeply Without Burning Out

If you care about people, you probably already use words like “empathy” and “compassion” all the time. You may even assu…

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December 8, 2025

Experiencing Peace in Advent and Beyond

Finding Peace When Life Feels Chaotic December in Oregon can be filled with anticipation, Advent, Christmas, and the rush…

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November 12, 2025

November Reflections: Cultivating True Gratitude in Oregon

Embracing Gratitude in Every Season November in Oregon brings shorter days, crisp air, and a natural turning inward as f…

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October 6, 2025

Forgiveness: The Pathway to Healing and Freedom

Forgiveness is one of the most powerful (and often most difficult) steps we can take on the journey toward emotional and s…

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September 8, 2025

Overcoming Depression: Steps Toward Light and Hope

Depression is a heavy burden, one that can leave even the strongest individuals feeling exhausted, disconnected, or overw…

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August 11, 2025

Healing from Grief and Loss: Finding Comfort in Faith

Grief touches every life. Whether it arrives suddenly or unfolds slowly, the pain of losing someone or something you lov…

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July 7, 2025

Parenting with Grace: Navigating Challenges with Faith and Wisdom

Summer break, a season of warmth, fun, and more time together as a family. Yet, for many parents in Clackamas, Beaverton,…

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June 9, 2025

How Christian Counseling Supports Mental Health

Navigating life’s challenges can be overwhelming, especially when emotional struggles, stress, or spiritual doubts arise.…

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May 26, 2025

Navigating Life Transitions with Faith and Confidence

Change is a constant part of life. Whether you’re moving to a new city, starting a different job, entering retirement, o…

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