Dr. Rich Hoffman, Founder and Clinical Director of Christian Counseling Associates will offer podcasts that will cover a wide range of mental health topics from a biblical perspective. It’s CCA’s hope that during your listening time, you will receive sound clinical advice, inspiration and timeless wisdom to face daily challenges, or help others along the way.
On this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, join us for a discussion with Alex Hoffman, Vice President of the Foundation for Christian Counseling and Intake Supervisor for CCA, and Dr. Tom Weil, Clinical Director of CCAs’ Western Pennsylvania Division. Together, we explore Seeds of Freedom—our groundbreaking international mission in Liberia West Africa.
On this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, join us for an insightful conversation with Christian author and expert on childhood grief, Jerry Woodbridge. Drawing from her book Joy Overcame Sorrow, Jerry shares faith-centered wisdom for guiding children through loss, and difficult questions about life and death. We’ll discuss how parents can provide comfort, hope in the face of overwhelming sorrow, helping children see God’s presence even in their darkest moments.
On this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, join us for a conversation with Dr. Tom Weil, Clinical Director of CCA’s Western PA Division, as he shares insights on identifying and understanding narcissism. We explore the signs you can’t ignore when living with a narcissist, the patterns of gaslighting and control that often create confusion, and how faith-based counseling can offer clarity, strength, and a path toward healing.
On this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, join us for a compassionate discussion with Nicole Coleman-Hammett, Licensed Social Worker with CCA, as she shares her expertise on preventing child sexual abuse. We explore practical steps for keeping children safe, responding with wisdom and care when abuse is revealed, and how faith and community support can bring hope and healing in the aftermath of trauma.
On this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, join us for a heartfelt conversation with Scott Aiken, Licensed Professional Counselor at CCA, as he shares his personal journey through a diagnosis of aggressive non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. We explore the emotional and spiritual impact of facing cancer—how faith, mindset, and the support of others can bring strength in the midst of fear.
In this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, join us for a meaningful conversation with Deborah Keefe, Licensed Social Worker at CCA, as we explore how the Psalms offer a pathway to healing and renewed trust. Deborah shares how sacred music and Biblical meditation can help us face anxiety, trauma, and other psychological challenges. Whether you’re in a season of doubt or supporting someone through life’s struggles, this episode will encourage you to rediscover trust through the transformative power of God’s Word.
On this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, we talk with Dr. Jim Matta of Geneva College and CCA counselor Mark Britton. Join us as we explore challenges that teens face in the modern culture, and the growing conversation around neurodiversity from a Christian counseling perspective.
On this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, join us for a conversation with special guest Tom Weil, Clinical Supervisor and Licensed Counselor at CCA. Together, we explore how digital culture is reshaping how people seek help, and why real, embodied relationships remain essential for emotional healing and spiritual growth. Hear insights into the rise of online counseling, the dangers of disconnection, and how Christian counseling must hold fast to incarnational truth in a disembodied age.
On this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, join us for a conversation with CCA counselors Dawn Ritchie and Andrew Schnur as we explore how faith and family form the foundation of emotional healing and spiritual growth. Hear Dawn’s insights as a mother and experienced counselor, and Andrew’s perspective as a new father and leader of TAG groups at CCA. Together, they share powerful stories of transformation, the importance of community, and how faith brings lasting hope.
