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Counsel for Life

Eliza Huie and Beth Broom

Engaging conversations about mental health and the Christian life

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S6 · E170
September 30 · 24 min
What is Transference in the Counseling Relationship?
In this episode, Beth and Eliza discuss the topic of transference, which is the difficulty that may occur when a counselee unconsciously redirects feelings and experiences of the past onto the counselor. We talk about how to spot transference, as well as how to navigate it in collaboration with the counselee. Transference is an opportunity to help the counselee grow, and we share ways we can make this potential difficulty into a learning experience. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S6 · E169
September 9 · 32 min
Countertransference: When Your Story Impact Your Care
Welcome to Season 6! In this episode, Beth and Eliza discuss the ways in which, as helpers, our own stories and struggles can sometimes negatively impact the helping relationship. We discuss ways in which countertransference shows up in counseling relationships, but also in pastoral helping relationships and even in everyday friendships and family dynamics. We'll learn how to watch for countertransference and what to do when it impacts our conversations, emphasizing self-awareness, accountability, and a celebration of our humanity in a God-honoring way. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S5 · E168
July 8 · 45 min
Psychology and Biblical Counseling: Can conviction and curiosity coexist?
In this episode we talk about our love for gospel-centered counseling, as well as our curiosity about advances in the field of psychology. We discuss the need for biblical counselors to be deeply theological in their scientific inquiry, putting the understanding of Scripture and the attributes of God above all else. We also talk about the potential helpfulness of staying up-to-date on what the field of psychology is discovering. Finally, we share a bit of a preview about what's coming in Season 6. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S5 · E167
June 24 · 42 min
Advancing the Global Biblical Counseling Movement, Featuring Brad Hambrick and Matias Casco
How is God using the biblical counseling movement across the world? Listen as Brad Hambrick and Matias Casco share about a biblical counseling conference and program offered for Spanish-speaking believers who want to walk alongside those who suffer. You have the opportunity to get involved by hosting the conference via simulcast at your church, so visit https://bradhambrick.com/stscounseling/ , and email seminarioteologicosantiago@gmail.com to receive updates and work toward becoming a host site for the conference happening August 21-22, 2026. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S5 · E166
June 10 · 34 min
How doubt can lead to greater faith, Featuring Dominique Young
This episode features Dominique Young, author of God, Where Are You? Unmasking Your Pain, Uncovering His Presence. Dominique talks to us about her personal struggles with mental health issues and the way God met her in her doubt and increased her faith through that process. Her story is sure to encourage and uplift you as you listen. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S5 · E165
May 27 · 35 min
What if I struggle to forgive? Featuring Yana Conner
In this episode we talk with Bible teacher Yana Conner, author of Living Beyond Offense: Doing the Hard Work of Forgiveness God's Way. She shares about her journey of relational pain and the principles of forgiveness found in God's Word. Her encouragement is practical and wise for anyone who struggles with difficult relationships. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S5 · E164
May 13 · 34 min
How tuning in becomes care for your soul, Featuring A.C. Seiple
In this episode we talk with A.C. Seiple, licensed counselor, retreat leader, and researcher. She talks with us about her new book, The Sacred Art of Slowing Down, helping us understand how difficult it is to slow down. She offers wisdom in how to explore what's happening inside ourselves in a culture that is so hurried, and she encourages us to do the work of tuning in as we turn to God for peace. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S5 · E163
April 29 · 33 min
Living quietly in a culture of noise, Featuring Tommy Brown
This episode features Tommy Brown, pastor, speaker, and author of The Speed of Soul: Four Rhythms for a Quiet Life in a World of Noise. Tommy talks with us about the importance of slowing down and living a more purposeful and intentional life. He offers encouragement for those of us who feel hurried and struggle to find meaning. To learn more about Tommy's ministry, click HERE. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S5 · E162
April 15 · 26 min
When your loved one's chronic illness interrupts life together, Featuring Nate Brooks
In this episode we talk with Dr. Nate Brooks, Associate Professor of Counseling at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and author of Disrupted Journey: Walking with Your Loved One through Chronic Pain and Illness. Dr. Brooks talks with us about his own personal journey with caring for a loved one through chronic illness, and he offers wise encouragement and exhortation for loved ones and those in the church who seek to care for people with chronic pain and illness. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S5 · E161
April 1 · 36 min
Finding a loving God in the midst of your painful story, Featuring Quina Aragon
In this episode we talk with Quina Aragon, spoken word artist and author of the book, Love Has a Story: 100 Meditations on the Enduring Love of God. Quina shares her story of God's love in the midst of trauma and hardship. She shares some ways that generational trauma, personal victimization, and cycles of sin can hinder our ability to experience God's love, and she offers a message of hope for those who are experiencing doubt as a result of painful experiences. To learn more about Quina's work, click HERE. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S5 · E160
March 18 · 36 min
Candid truth about teen mental health, Featuring Danny Kwon & Monica Kim
In this episode with talk with Danny Kwon and Monica Kim, co-authors of the book, Teenagers and Mental Health: A Handbook for Parents, Pastors, and Youth Leaders. Danny and Monica have years of experience working with teens in counseling and pastoral care settings, and they share their wisdom about common struggles faced by teens as well as ways adults can come alongside them to help them navigate unique challenges from a biblical perspective. If you care for teens, you won't want to miss this episode! Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S5 · E159
March 4 · 32 min
Why the Church needs to understand mental health, Featuring Dr. Mark Mayfield
In this episode we talk with Dr. Mark Mayfield, author, pastor, counselor, and speaker. Dr. Mayfield shares from his new book, The Mental Health Handbook for Ministry: A Practical Guide for Supporting the Church's Mental and Emotional Well-Being. We glean wisdom from Dr. Mayfield on common manifestations of mental and emotional struggles in order to identify symptoms, grow in compassion, and gain tools for engaging wisely with those who are suffering. This book is a helpful tool for all ministry leaders, so don't miss this episode! And click HERE to learn more about Dr. Mayfield and the resources he offers. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S5 · E158
February 18 · 46 min
When addiction takes everything: A Parent’s grief, Featuring Lance & Jeni Ward
In this episode we hear the story of a family who experienced great loss as a result of addiction. Lance and Jeni Ward share memories of their son, as well as the painful season of suffering that led to his passing. In the midst of great grief, this story shines with the hope of the gospel and provides encouragement to those who are suffering unimaginable loss. To connect with Lance and Jeni and to receive further encouragement, check out the links below: Jeni’s Instagram:@jeni.ward Lance's instagram: @oklance The Wards work closely with Hope is Alive ministries. Here is a link to their site: https://www.hopeisalive.net/oklahomacity A link to Finding Hope groups: https://www.hopeisalive.net/finding-hope Finally a link to Hope After Loss: https://www.hopeisalive.net/hope-after-loss Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S5 · E157
February 4 · 31 min
How to be a spiritually healthy leader, Featuring Dave Wiedis
This episode features Dave Wiedis, founder and Executive Director of ServingLeaders Ministries, a ministry that provides pastoral care and counseling for ministry leaders and their families, as well as the broader Christian community. Dave shares about his new book, The Spiritually Healthy Leader: Finding Freedom From Self-Sabotage. We talk with him about how spiritual healthy leadership is connected to our passions and motivations, and he offers wisdom about how processing our emotions helps us grow toward spiritual health. Dave also shares about the ministry he oversees, Serving Leaders Ministries. Click HERE to learn more about this ministry. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S5 · E156
January 21 · 35 min
Hope for survivors of sexual assault, Featuring Camille Cates
In this episode we talk with Camille Cates, biblical counselor and author of the book, After Sexual Trauma: Finding Renewal in Christ. Camille shares wisdom with us about how sexual trauma can fracture the way we think about ourselves, others and God, and she offers encouragement for those who struggle to find healing. Her personal journey and her experience as a counselor are sure to be a source of hope for many sufferers. NOTE: This episode contains material that may be triggering for some audiences. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S5 · E156
January 7 · 37 min
Attraction, Identity, and the Church as Home
In this episode Eliza talks with Adam Westlake, who shares some of his own story of healing. Adam talks vulnerably about his own struggles with singleness and sexuality, as well as the ways in which he has cultivated a sense of family within the Church. He gives us helpful ways to think about how to come alongside each other in order to forge bonds and grow together in the faith. To learn more about Adam and his counseling ministry, click HERE. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S5 · E155
Dec 17, 2025 · 35 min
Grief few fathers talk about, Featuring Eric Schumacher
In this episode we talk with Eric Schumacher, counselor and songwriter. Eric shares his story of the grief of miscarriage, and he offers wisdom about how dads can struggle in particular ways when their wives miscarry. Eric gives us helpful wisdom in when and how to seek care for both moms and dads when miscarriage occurs. This is a needed conversation that few people are talking about. Eric has written a book called Dads Hurt Too: A Father's Memoir of Miscarriage. Click HERE to learn more. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S5 · E154
Dec 10, 2025 · 35 min
Fear is not a sin, Featuring Ed Welch
In this episode we talk with Ed Welch, counselor and faculty member at the Christian Counseling and Educational Foundation. He introduces his new book, Fear is Not a Sin: It Is a Call to Action. This book has a provocative title, and we hear from Ed about why he chose this title and how he wants us to think about fear in relation to our engagement with God and with the Church. He shares wisdom about how God approaches us when we are afraid, and he encourages us in how we can come to God with the fears we experience. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S5 · E153
Nov 19, 2025 · 30 min
The key to resilience in ministry, Featuring Dave Harvey
This episode features Dave Harvey, church planter and author of The Clay Pot Conspiracy: God's Plan to Use Weakness in Leaders. Dave shares some of his own story of loss and struggle in ministry, and he offers encouragement and wisdom for those in ministry who struggle with feeling weak and incapable. He also discusses the importance of a culture of humility and dependence on God within ministry teams. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com
S5 · E152
Nov 12, 2025 · 31 min
Don't overcomplicate Bible reading, Featuring David Platt
In this episode we talk with David Platt, lead pastor of McLean Bible Church. David shares his extensive wisdom and experience in studying and teaching the Bible, and he offers hope and encouragement for those of us who may struggle with studying the Bible. You can learn more about David's ministry by clicking HERE. Become a friend of the podcast by subscribing! Our subscribers are invited to quarterly zoom calls with the hosts, and they have exclusive access through Patreon messages which allows them to ask questions and make suggestions for episodes. Subscribers are also automatically entered into drawings for free books and resources given away by our sponsors. But most importantly, for just $3 a month you become part of the family of friends that keep the Counsel for Life podcast going! Your small membership fee helps to cover the production costs encountered by hosting a free podcast. Thank you for choosing to become a friend of the podcast we are glad you are here and are grateful for you! (Memberships automatically renew each month and can be cancelled at any time.) To learn more, visit our website: www.counselforlifepodcast.com

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