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Ask the Counselor by CCEF

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Ask the Counselor by CCEF is a place to bring the questions that weigh on your soul about life, relationships, and the struggles of the human heart. CCEF faculty respond with brief, thoughtful reflections shaped by Scripture and seasoned by years of pastoral care. Whether you're navigating conflict in your marriage, parenting a struggling child, or searching for hope in the midst of loss, God offe... more

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Latest Episodes

Listen as Mike Emlet answers the question, "How do I wisely parent a defiant child?" You can watch the full video here. Have a question you'd like us to answer? Submit it here: ccef.org/ask-the-counselor-questions CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Edu... more

Listen as Ed Welch answers the question, "How do I deal with the grief of losing my spouse and facing the future alone?" You can watch the full video here. Have a question you'd like us to answer? Submit it here: ccef.org/ask-the-counselor-questions ... more

Listen as Esther Liu answers the question, "How do I engage in relationships when I'm limited by chronic illness?" You can watch the full video here. Have a question you'd like us to answer? Submit it here: ccef.org/ask-the-counselor-questions CCEF (... more

Listen as Todd Stryd answers the question, "How do I make decisions and move forward while experiencing obsessive doubt?" You can watch the full video here. Have a question you'd like us to answer? Submit it here: ccef.org/ask-the-counselor-questions... more

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Ed Welch
Faculty member at CCEF, counselor
Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation
Episode: How do I deal with the grief of losing my spouse and facing the future alone?

Hosts

Lauren Whitman
Host of Ask the Counselor with CCEF, affiliated with Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation
Mike Emlet
Co-host with pastoral counseling expertise, active in clinical guidance
Aaron Sironi
Host providing pastoral counseling perspective and scripture-based guidance
Esther Liu
Counselor and host contributing scripture-informed guidance
Darby Strickland
Host offering pastoral care insights within counseling framework

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Very insightful and helpful. Encouraging to listen to. A nice addition to the longer podcasts. Thank you.

    Audible
    5
    Shopper12345
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent

    Very insightful and helpful. Encouraging to listen to. A nice addition to the longer podcasts. Thank you.

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    5
    Shopper12345
    United Statesa year ago
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    Thank you all for reading your blogposts!!! This is what I‘ve been waiting for!! :)

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    Germany2 years ago

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Helpful, scripture-centered guidance that translates difficult topics into practical steps.
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Strong pastoral tone with tangible tools for relationships and parenting.

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How do I engage in relationships when I'm limited by chronic illness?
Q: How do I engage in relationships when chronic pain limits me?
The speaker emphasizes two guiding truths: we are needy and we are needed. Practically, this means learning to ask for help when needed, communicating honestly about limitations, and finding small, doable ways to love others (even if not in grand gestures). It also involves recognizing that chronic illness is a real constraint that communities should honor with patience, openness, and creative, sustainable ways of staying connected.
A loved one consistently shames me. How do I deal with this?
Q: A loved one shames me all the time. What should I do?
The adviser suggests preparing before speaking, choosing a calm, neutral moment, identifying the two most recent instances of shaming to discuss its impact, and framing the conversation as a way to love the other person and protect the relationship, with a goal of reconciliation and possible change in behavior.
My husband lied to me. How do I know if I can trust him again?
Q: How do you know when you can start trusting your spouse again after a lie?
Trust grows as the person shows consistent transparency, keeps their word, and demonstrates a long-term pattern of honesty and openness, rather than relying on apologies alone.

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This show offers biblically anchored counseling insights on relationship challenges, mental health, grief, sexuality, addiction, trust, parenting, aging, and spiritual growth. Episodes center on practical steps, pastoral care, and scripture-driven guidance for personal healing, marriage, faith, and family dynamics. A notable strength is its clear, actionable coaching from a Christian counseling perspective, with guests and hosts weaving scripture into compassionate, real-world advice. The format is accessible for listeners seeking faith-based guidance for delicate life issues, with an emphasis on hope, accountability, and gradual change.

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1. CCEF Podcast: Where Life & Scripture Meet
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Ask the Counselor by CCEF launched 2 years ago and published 63 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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