A Better Way to Heal: Where Faith Meets Therapy

Shame No More: Your Path to Healing is the latest episode in the A Better Way to Heal podcast, where faith meets therapy. In this episode, host Eleanor Brown, LPC, kicks off her new series on shame, exploring what shame is, what it isn’t, and how it deeply impacts our lives. Elly shares her personal journey of overcoming shame-based thinking, how it shaped her sense of self, and how faith and ther...

 In this episode of A Better Way to Heal , Elly and Isa share their favorite lessons from A Better Way: Integrating Faith and Psychology to Heal Inner Wounds . Together, they explore how faith, therapy, and understanding our core needs can foster healing and growth. Reflecting on Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and God’s provision for each level, they discuss the importance of meeting our physical, em...

Welcome to the debut episode of A Better Way to Heal: Where Faith Meets Therapy. Join Elly and Isa as they dive into the profound balance between spiritual growth and emotional well-being. In this episode, they introduce the podcast’s new name and purpose, explore how faith and therapy can work hand in hand, and tackle the challenges of integrating these worlds. Through thoughtful discussions, bib...

Tired of the same old New Year’s resolutions that feel more like punishment than progress? Join Elly and Isa as they challenge traditional goal-setting and introduce a better way to dream for 2025. Inspired by Habakkuk 2:2 —"Write the vision and make it plain"—this episode dives into how writing down your goals and dreams can create clarity, purpose, and lasting change. Discover the powe...

Navigating the holiday season after losing a loved one can be one of life's most profound challenges. How do you find joy amid grief, especially when traditions trigger memories of those who are no longer with us? This episode of A Better Way promises to equip you with heartfelt insights and practical strategies for facing these emotional tests. Explore the duality of maintaining faith while...

Breaking Free from Dysfunctional Family Patterns The holidays can be a joyful time, but for many, they come with stress, grief, or the pressure of navigating complicated family dynamics. In this episode of A Better Way: The Podcast, we explore how to break free from dysfunctional family patterns and create new, meaningful holiday traditions that nurture your well-being. Whether you’re dealing with...

Practical Steps for Whole-Person Healing and Faith-Focused Self-Care   In this episode of A Better Way, we explore how to prioritize rest and renewal as key elements of self-care. Learn practical strategies for integrating self-care into your daily life, balancing physical, emotional, and spiritual health, and aligning your self-care practices with your faith. Whether you struggle with burnout, st...

Breaking the Chains: Thriving Beyond Shame Ready to break free from the chains of shame and start thriving? In this powerful episode of A Better Way: The Podcast , titled "Overcoming Shame: Steps to Heal and Thrive," Elly and Issa take you on an eye-opening journey into the depths of shame and how it impacts every aspect of our lives. With raw honesty and a dose of inspiration, they unra...

Unpacking Resilience with the Healing Starter Kit In this episode of "A Better Way," join Elly and Isa as they dive deep into the concept of resilience with a special focus on the Backpack Check from the Healing Starter Kit. Discover what it means to assess your resilience, understand its importance, and learn practical steps to build and enhance it in your life.  Elly shares her persona...

Exploring the Impact of 'A Better Way' and Introducing New Tools for Transformation In this FB Live episode of "A Better Way: The PodCast," Elly and Isa dive deep into the transformative world of "A Better Way: Where Faith Meets Healing." The episode starts with the warm, familiar banter of these longtime friends catching up, setting the stage for an engaging and hear...

Journey to Healing: Meet Elly and Isa (Part 2) Welcome to "A Better Way: The PodCast" by therapist and author Eleanor L. Brown and Isamary Banks Nieves based on the remarkable book "A Better Way: Integrating Faith and Psychology to Heal Inner Wounds" by therapist and author Eleanor L. Brown. Elly, as you will get to know her on our podcast, embarks on a transformative journey t...

Navigating Trauma: A Journey Through Childhood Abuse Trigger Warning: This episode discusses topics related to childhood sexual abuse, which may be distressing for some listeners. In this deeply personal episode of "A Better Way: The PodCast," Elly opens up about "The Early Years" of her life, sharing her experiences with childhood sexual abuse. Through raw and heartfelt storyt...

Journey to Healing: Meet Elly and Isa Welcome to "A Better Way: The PodCast" by therapist and author Eleanor L. Brown and Isamary Banks Nieves based on the remarkable book "A Better Way: Integrating Faith and Psychology to Heal Inner Wounds" by therapist and author Eleanor L. Brown. Elly, as you will get to know her on our podcast, embarks on a transformative journey toward hea...

Hearing the Divine Call: From Moses to Samuel - A Journey of Faith   A conversation about all things related to A Better Way, a book by Eleanor L. Brown This Episode: But in spite of all this royal heritage, the Lord had so stripped Moses that when he heard God's voice out of the burning bush, he could only exclaim, “I am not worthy of the work of the Lord.” In response to Moses' stateme...