Mental Health
Posted on July 26, 2016
by Courtney Frerichs, LMHC
Was that simply a shopping spree, or are you a shopping addict? Many of us love to shop, myself included. And going on a shopping spree every once in a while is not indicative of a shopping addiction, especially in our materialistic society. According to Ruth Engs, a researcher and professor of health sciences from […]
Marriage & Relationships
Posted on July 22, 2016
by Lutheran Family Service
When people connect with one another, there is energy that is brought to the relationship, and with each connection and understanding of the other, the relationship grows. God’s design for our life is to be in relationships with one another, to be connected.
Marriage & Relationships
Posted on July 13, 2016
by Audrey Winterhof
No matter what the reasons are, a break-up can be tough – if you still want to be in the relationship and/or if you are the one choosing to end the relationship. Here are a few things to keep in mind if you find yourself at the end of a relationship. The end could be the […]
Marriage & Relationships
Posted on July 1, 2016
by Gerry Bruhn, LISW
The question that takes work to answer. One of the age old questions that I get from clients who are looking for a new partner is, “What should I be looking for in a new spouse?” The question is an appropriate one, but often times what’s not being taken into consideration, is all the necessary […]
Marriage & Relationships
Posted on June 24, 2016
by Gerry Bruhn, LISW
Finances appears to be one of those hot button issues for most couples, particularly for couples just about to enter into marriage. It seems you can depend on the fact that the two will have very different notions of how the finances should work in their new household. You may even find yourselves avoiding this […]
Unplanned Pregnancy Counseling
Posted on June 21, 2016
by Audrey Winterhof
An unexpected pregnancy can turn your world upside down. Reach out and let us help you create a loving parenting or adoption plan for you and your child.
Mental Health
Posted on June 20, 2016
by Lynnette Aschinger, LISW
Many of us have “been there”. A traumatic event, a death or situation, injury, or illness causes persistent and ongoing physical, emotional and mental pain that does not subside. When this happens we feel helpless, hopeless, discouraged, and overwhelmed. We feel defeated. Whatever the situation or circumstance, people can be weakened by the darkness of […]
Marriage & Relationships
Posted on June 17, 2016
by Audrey Winterhof
At times it can be pretty clear when you are in an abusive relationship. But there are also times when it can very difficult to tell. An abusive relationship is not a healthy relationship. Ask yourself the following questions to help you determine if you are in a healthy relationship or not. If you can […]
Adoption
Posted on June 10, 2016
by Kim Laube
For many, meeting new people can cause anxiety and awkwardness, but an adoption match meeting can cause anxiety for even the most outgoing of personalities! There is so much at stake for everyone that the experience can be a real source of concern for both the birthmother and the possible adoptive parents. Putting the experience […]
Youth Outreach
Posted on May 31, 2016
by Kari Smith
Who R U? When a stranger observes you, who do they see? When you put yourself out on social media, who do your friends see? In person or online, it is easy to portray myself as a strong, confident and happy. But if you really knew me, would you believe it is the truth? I […]
