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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.
Podcast 70 | Still Empty?: Why Success Doesn’t Heal the Soul – ASKCCA #70 | 1hr 27min 09 sec
In this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, Pastor Chris Whitehead from Charter Oak Church helps us explore the psychological and spiritual roots of achievement-driven identity.
Discover how success can become a control strategy, why anxiety increases with external validation, and what Scripture reveals about true fulfillment. If you’ve ever asked, “Why am I still not satisfied?” – this conversation is for you.
Podcast 69 | When Life Breaks: What Gives Life Meaning When Everything Falls Apart – ASKCCA #69 | 1hr 39min 18 sec
We’re joined by Paul Henderson, Pastor and Director of Men’s Ministries at Adams Rescue Mission. Paul shares his journey from addiction and homelessness to redemption through Christ, helping us explore what gives life meaning when everything falls apart.
Podcast 68 | Why Am I Anxious: Why So Many Feel Anxious, Even When Life Is Going Well – ASKCCA #68 | 1hr 31min 39 sec
We’re joined by Pastor Louis Harrell, Co-Pastor of Calvary Chapel of Westmoreland County, to ask why anxiety persists even when life seems to be going well. Drawing on theological and clinical insight, we explore how anxiety reflects struggles with meaning and identity, and how faith and connection can help believers find anchoring and hope.
Podcast 67 | Renewing the Mind with Dr. Karl Benzio: Faith, Psychiatry, and the Power of Decision-Making – ASKCCA #67(Guests: Dr. Karl Benzio) | 1hr 31min 33 sec
On this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, we’re joined by Dr. Karl Benzio, psychiatrist, author, and Founder of Honey Lake Clinic, a Christian residential mental health program dedicated to whole-person healing.
Dr. Benzio brings together personal testimony, medical expertise, and deep biblical conviction as we explore how faith and neuroscience intersect, why decision-making is central to mental and spiritual health, and how Christ-centered residential care can bring hope to individuals and families facing severe mental health challenges.
Podcast 66 | Serving the Silent Wounds: Dr Tim Murphy on Military & First Responder Care – ASKCCA #66(Guests: Dr. Tim Murphy) | 1hr 03min 30sec
On this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, join us for a powerful and inspiring conversation with Dr. Tim Murphy, clinical psychologist, former U.S. Congressman, and Navy Reserve Commander. Drawing from decades of service in military psychology, frontline trauma care, and national mental-health leadership, Dr. Murphy helps us understand the unique emotional and spiritual challenges faced by active duty service members, veterans, first responders, and their families.
Podcast 65 | The Pilgrimage Journey: Walking the Road to Renewal with CCA – ASKCCA #65(Guests: Terry DeHamer) | 1hr 23min 42sec
On this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, join us for a conversation with Terry DeHamer, Clinical Supervisor for CCA’s Ohio Regions, and Alex Hoffman, Intake Supervisor for CCA and Vice President of the Foundation for Christian Counseling. Together, they share powerful reflections from their recent pilgrimage experience and discuss how moments of faith, fellowship, and reflection can renew our perspective on life and ministry.
Podcast 64 | Seeds of Freedom: Growing Hope in Liberia – ASKCCA #64(Guests: Alex Hoffman and Dr. Tom Weil) | 1hr 28min 15sec
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.
Podcast 63 | When Darkness Strikes: Helping Children Grieve When Tragedy Hits – ASKCCA #63(Guests: Jerry Woodbridge) | 1hr 09min 42sec
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.