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Join Dr. Rich Hoffman on this episode of Ask Christian Counseling as we invite special Guest Corey Policastro to speak about how addictions evolve in our local community. Corey shares his experience as a treatment coordinator with many years of service in drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers. He also shares his personal testimony about addiction and redemption. Join us to learn more about healing journeys from addiction and how faith in Jesus Christ is at the center of it all.

What does it take to succeed in marriage and parenting? What does it take to keep your family on a developmental path of emotional and spiritual flourishing? Join us for this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates and special guest Rev. Dr. David Brewer, a retired Presbyterian pastor, and expert in raising and nurturing families. In this episode, we explore seven biblical principles of raising families by God’s design. Join us and share David’s story of his family’s challenges and triumphs and how this led to discovering biblical growth principles that can be a blessing to any family.

Christian counselors often see firsthand the power that faith plays in recovery from addiction. Despite this, the world seeks to downplay the significance of faith in the healing process. Join us for this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates and special guest Tim Thoma, chaplain, business owner, Christian, and recovering addict. Tim shares a powerful testimony of being delivered from a life of addiction through faith in Jesus Christ. What’s Faith Got to Do With It? Everything from beginning to end! Join us and share Tim’s story of powerful redemption and transformation.

On this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, join Dr. Rich Hoffman and special guest Rhys Thomas, from Electromedical Products International, as they discuss the issues surrounding treatment using psychiatric medication. Often, medications are prescribed as a first-line treatment for anxiety, depression, and trauma. Recent research brings into question the true effectiveness of these medications. Side effects and addiction from long-term use can be prevalent. Alternative treatments, like Alpha-Stim, that are researched and effective are available. Join us as we explore the question, “to medicate or not to medicate?

Ask Christian Counseling Associates welcomes special guest Michael Palladini, addictions expert and author of “Spellbound and Sensationless: A Drug War Vision.” Join us as we explore how substances can powerfully cast a “spell” of addiction. Listeners will gain an understanding of how to reach those who struggle and connect them with recovery resources. As we listen to this episode, we hope to reflect on friends and family who have become spellbound by addiction and begin an intervention plan.

Ask Christian Counseling Associates talks with special guest Robby Angle, author of “The Cure for Groups.” Robby is the President and CEO of Trueface, an organization that seeks effective ways for teaching complex biblical principles of truth and grace, and moves people from pleasing God to trusting God with their new identity. In this episode, we talk about concepts and techniques that will help you guide small groups in a manner that will make these meetings full of impact and purpose.

In the modern world, it is easy to misperceive the true identity of Jesus. It is recorded in John 14:7, that Jesus said, “If you had known Me, you would have known My Father also; from now on you know Him, and have seen Him.” This is one of the statements found in the Bible where Jesus directly claims to His followers that He is God. Join this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates and special guest Rev. Dr. Allyn Ricketts, author of the new book, “He claimed to be God” as we explore the true identity of Jesus and how these powerful revelations relate to our emotional healing and growth.

Recent inflation has triggered rising prices and financial stress across the country. How can financial uncertainty affect your mental health? How does financial matters expose unique habits and personality characteristics? What is the best way to navigate through these changing times? Join Dr. Rich Hoffman, and special guest Nick Wyzkiewicz, Financial Advisor from Kadis Margolis Corporation as they explore how financial challenges affect us emotionally and spiritually. Listeners will gain essential insights that can help move past emotional triggers, and bring about financial stability and security during these challenging times.

During the New Year’s celebrations many hope for a new start, and to make a lasting change in their lives. This episode of Ask Christian Counseling focuses on 5 key Biblical designs for lasting change. Seeking to make a change in your physical health, lose weight, or make a career change? Discover God’s design for lasting change, and make this a transformational New Year!