CCA Values Rural Mental Health
CCA Values Rural Mental Health Mental health has become a pressing concern in today’s stressful world. Unfortunately, residents living in rural areas are not immune to mental health issues. However, for individuals residing in these areas, accessing mental health services can be particularly challenging. That’s where Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) steps in, bringing an essential […]
Cultivate Discipline in Times of Uncertainty
Cultivate Discipline in Times of Uncertainty In Proverbs Chapter 9, we see a picture of a “woman of folly” who offers those who are passing by something sinful, sensual and dangerous. There are those who can see that her offer is dangerous, and will lead to harm. Others are deceived and pulled in by the […]
Don’t Get Swayed this Christmas by Challenging Emotions
Don’t Get Swayed this Christmas by Challenging Emotions A lot of mixed emotions are triggered during the Christmas season. During the current pandemic, celebrations may trigger a lot of anxiety. However, the challenge of the holiday is to overcome any distracting emotions, memories, or dysfunctional habits and stay focused on the main thing. Building strong […]
Valuing Truth in the Healing Process
Valuing Truth in the Healing Process “Cease striving and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” – Psalm 46:10 When we are in pain, we work tirelessly to end the suffering. We often create remedies and believe wholeheartedly that the solution is just […]
Pornography and Avoidance
Pornography is sexually explicit material that dehumanizes, objectifies, and degrades men and women for the purpose of sexual arousal. Unfortunately, Internet pornography is more popular than ever (see statistics to the left). Pornography promotes escape from reality. It allows the user to participate in sexual behavior without responsibility or consequences. Many rationalize this type of avoidant […]
How Do You Cope With Stress?
Take The Following Quiz: Take a few minutes to identify the most important problem you have faced during the last year. Then, using the scale below, indicate how often you used each of the following strategies to deal with it.3 = Fairly Often2 = Occasionally1 = A Little0 = Never Survey Answer Key: This survey indicates […]
Managing Anxiety
It is easy to fall into a habit of worry and anxiety. Today’s fast paced, high pressure life is full of stress. For some, worrying is a habit that has developed slowly over time. For others, anxiety has definable roots in childhood. When does anxiety become a problem? Dysfunctional patterns of worry and anxiety can last quite […]
Reducing Anxiety – Learning to Let Go
“Alarm clock screaming, Bare feet hit the floor, It’s off to the races, Everybody out the door. I’m feeling like I’m falling behind, It’s a crazy life.” Lyrics from “Breathe” by Jonny Diaz Many who struggle with anxiety are unaware, or tend to minimize how lifestyle contributes to emotional problems. Anxiety and excessive worry can […]
Anger Management: Practical Strategies
“Be angry, and yet do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger” Ephesians 4:26 The emotion of anger was designed for a purpose. Anger can help preserve life in the face of attack, or it may alert us to stand up against injustice. However, when anger is vented thoughtlessly, it […]
Anger Management: Seek Attitude Change
Unresolved anger can “trap” us in many negative life consequences. It can turn us into a ticking time bomb. Anger that is explosive quickly destroys relationships. On the other hand, holding anger inside is also counterproductive. Suppressing anger can lead to bitterness and may even contribute to depression. The first step to avoiding these “traps” […]
