Brave Life Pastoral Counseling

09/30/2023

A BRAND NEW CHAPTER...

Brave Life Pastoral Counseling has moved to a new office space at The Bridge Church, located at 4650 Ridgewood Rd E., Springfield, Ohio.

It's bittersweet to say goodbye to my old space (pictures included) - it's been my home for the past six years so I'm thankful for all the memories. 🙏 But I am thrilled to continue serving my clients in this new space! Let's go!

-Derek

08/22/2023

Praying for Northwestern Local School District this morning after a tragic accident. Jesus, may Your kindness and gentleness be near to the brokenhearted.

05/12/2023

Surrender your thought life over to Jesus. Your thoughts do not have to control you! 🙌

01/18/2023

A great read!

As a licensed counselor, it breaks my heart to hear the myths and lies that Christians believe about depression and mental illness in general, and the shame that can be felt surrounding this topic. I’m so sorry if you’ve experienced it. Sadly (and especially if you run in Christian circles) ther...

11/02/2022

Unfortunately, the phone system for the counseling practice has been down. The practice hasn't received any text messages or phone calls since Sunday evening.

If you are need of setting an appointment, canceling an appointment or rescheduling a session, please contact the practice at derek@bravelifepc.org.

Thanks!

10/20/2022

For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:38-39 (NIV)

Nothing can come between us and God's love. Hallelujah

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10/05/2022

A lot of you have asked me for tips on how to respond to mean comments. Here are some that I find helpful. What have you found works well? Let me know in the comments below!

And if you would like more of these kinds of posts let me know, and what kinds of tips you would like 👇

09/28/2022

Great questions to consider!

09/26/2022

In a weekly check-in or during everyday conversation, taking turns can help you both feel truly heard and understood. It's a pattern of conversation that can be tough if you're not used to it, so using a script can be helpful.

08/31/2022

Identifying Dr. John Gottman's Four Horsemen in one's relationship is a necessary first step to eliminating them and engaging in healthy, productive communication patterns.

08/08/2022

Bids are invitations for connection in a relationship. Not every bid will be accepted, but if they're repeatedly ignored or rejected (bid-busting, in other words), couples may find themselves on the road to detachment. The good news? There are antidotes to bid-busting.