With You in the Weeds: Where Faith Meets Mental Health

"How do I know the difference between bad therapy and good therapy?" This listener wanted to know our hot take on the new book "Bad Therapy: Why the Kids Aren't Growing Up" by Abigail Shrier.

As counselors who believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship, we were curious to find out what this author had to say about therapy.

Some of the concerns Shrier raises are:

- the over diagnosing of children with mental health disorders

- therapeutic practices that have an unhelpful focus on feelings

- a growing lack of parental involvement that requires "experts" to treat children for normal life struggles.

Shrier's book addresses a potentially polarizing topic as she questions some of the prevailing practices and ideologies within therapy, particularly in regards to the impact on kids.

John, Lynn and Austin all weigh in on these concerns, talk about the role a therapist can play in a person's life, and distinguish the difference between bad therapy and good therapy.

Thankfully, good therapy - and good therapists - do exist! But we think you should read the book and be an informed parent on this important topic.

Bad Therapy: Why the Kids Aren't Growing Up by Abigail Shrier

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We want to help you fight your spiritual battles with a powerful prayer!

Listen as Lynn Roush guides you through a prayer to cover your mind, body and heart.

Download your copy of this prayer at withyouintheweeds.com so you can use this written prayer as often as you need, and share it with a friend.

We are praying with you!

The WYITW Team:

John Tinnin, Mdiv, MFT

Lynn Roush, LPC

Shay Roush, Mdiv

Austin Conner, Mdiv, PLPC

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Do you want to pray but don't know what to say? "A Powerful Prayer" was written just for you based on our Fighting Your Spiritual Battles series! Go to withyouintheweeds.com for your copy of this prayer over your mind, body and heart.

In Ephesians 6:10 we are told to: "Be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might". In this episode we want to address what you will need to stay strong as you fight your spiritual battles.

Knowing how this battle ultimately ends is the first step in standing firm against your enemy. Shay & Austin explain the outcome of this battle, and specifically describe what the Bible says about the future demise of Satan.

They also share the three primary sources of power that will help you stay strong in this battle:

- The power of prayer

- The power of people

- The power of the word

As we conclude this series we want to equip you with a practical resource to help you pray powerfully and effectively.

"A Powerful Prayer" is now available as a PDF at withyouintheweeds.com that you can download, print, use in your time of prayer, and share with others.

The Adversary by Mark Bubeck

Don't Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table by Louie Giglio

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As counselors, we know that everyone is walking around with hurts, wounds, injuries, fears, losses, and traumas as a result of living under the curse of sin.

And whether you know it or not, or want to admit it or not, your heart has been wounded. Your story contains scenes of heartache and pain, and your sense of being loved by God has been disrupted in some way that is unique to you.

In this episode John & Lynn make the case that: unless you know the terrain of your story, and where you’ve been wounded, then you may be lost, confused, easily deceived, or helpless to resist the enemy’s tactics in your life.

We’d like to help you know the map of your heart, and how the enemy may already be playing on your vulnerabilities, so that you can become wise, discerning, and ultimately experience God’s love in a profound way as you learn how to intelligently fight your spiritual battles.

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Your body is the "turf" on which your spiritual battles are fought, which means you can't escape this warfare no matter how hard you try.

Given this reality, it's no wonder that the enemy will take your natural and unavoidable physical appetites and use them to lure you towards one extreme or another: self-worship or self-contempt.

The design and complexity of your body declares the goodness, glory and beauty of God's image, so what you believe about your body will either empower or weaken you in your physical struggles.

In this episode, Lynn and Austin discuss the importance of having a biblical view of your body, and prescribe specific ways you can fight against the enemy that moves you towards befriending and stewarding your body in a way that glorifies God.

Recommended book:

Love Thy Body by Nancy Pearcey

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Are you aware of the doors in your mind that the enemy will try to open?

In this third episode of our "Fighting Your Spiritual Battles" series, John Tinnin and Shay Roush take a look at the two moves that the enemy uses to try and cut us off from God's love: Temptation and Accusation.

The battle for your mind is of utmost importance, as it is the primary force that drives all of your beliefs, emotions and actions, so this is an area where knowledge and discernment are critical.

When you learn the strategies of the enemy, and effective ways to push back on his tactics, you will be empowered to tackle this daily battle.

We hope this insight helps you maintain a "sound mind" that is continually renewed by the truth of God's word.

Recommended books on this subject:

The Deepest Place: Suffering and the Formation of Hope by Curt Thompson

God's Devil: The Incredible Story of How Satan's Rebellion Serves God's Purposes by Erwin Lutzer

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As Sun Tzu, the ancient Chinese military strategist states, "If you know the enemy and know yourself, your victory will not stand in doubt."

Knowing your enemy starts with understanding the origin of his name, the catastrophic decision he made, and his most effective tactics to deceive you.

In this second episode of our Fighting Your Spiritual Battles series Lynn Roush, LPC and Shay Roush, Mdiv will look back at the biblical account of where this battle began and the primary arenas where this battle takes place:

1. The Battle for Glory

2. The Battle for Humanity

3. The Battle for Authority

Once you see how this epic battle is playing out, you will be able to discern truth from error, understand how the devil serves God's purposes, and know the means by which he will experience the ultimate defeat.

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We constantly hear our clients wrestling with whether or not God really loves them. Have you considered that there is a powerful force persistently working to pull you as far away from God's love as possible?

The Bible explains that there is an unseen, spiritual battle hidden in plain sight that directly impacts your daily life. The enemy, described as "the father of lies", likes to prey on your thoughts, feelings, beliefs and sense of security.

The enemy will relentlessly go after your mind, your body and ultimately your wounded heart - with the intent to destroy your faith, your hope, and your ability to give and receive love.

John and Austin introduce this new series “Fighting Your Spiritual Battles” by unpacking what Jesus believed about this battle, how they’ve seen this battle personally and clinically, and the two foundational truths needed to keep perspective on this battle.

This series is designed to give you awareness of the unseen spiritual realm, where the battle began, how it works, who's in charge, and ultimately how to find strength and hope as you fight this battle.

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Every addiction revolves around the same lie: "I am in control."

In this edition of "Stories in the Weeds", Scotty shares how his successful radio career was threatened when alcohol took over his life.

Despite being on an award winning broadcasting team with prestigious trophies from the Academy of Country Music, Scotty's life was on hold until he finally broke through the illusion of control and faced the painful reality that he needed help to stop drinking.

Yet as difficult as it was, his personal journey to sobriety is something he would go through all over again because of the lessons he has learned.

The grip of addiction is not easily broken, but through community, honesty and humility, Scotty has learned that working hard at sobriety is his most rewarding accomplishment.

Listen as John, Shay & Scotty open up about alcohol, addiction, grace and hope in this candid interview.

You can hear Scotty each weekday morning with his friend Liz on “Liz & Scotty in the Morning” on Today’s Best Country Clear 99, in Columbia, MO.

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You asked and we answered! We John, Lynn and Austin address these three listener questions:

1. How do I help my daughter in an abusive marriage? What about the grandkids?

2. How do I deal with a family member who tries to manipulate me with guilt trips?

3. How do I know if my child has ADHD? If they do, what steps can I take to help them?

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