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Techniques for Coping with Anxiety and Reducing Stress Levels Welcome to "Finding Peace: Faith Based Approaches to Anxiety and Stress," where we explore practical ways to integrate faith with mental health. Today, we dive into a crucial topic: anxiety and stress management. In this episode April Bordeau and Jean Crane discuss effective techniques rooted in faith principles that can help...

In this heartfelt favorite episode of yours, we explore the vital role friendship plays in marriage and practical steps couples can take to cultivate friendships. Join our director, April Bordeau , as she leads a discussion with Joey Coffman and Robyn Coffman , from the nationally known 10|10 Ministries .  Join us as we discuss how cultivating a deep friendship with your spouse can strengthen your...

In this episode, we tackle the challenging topic of toxic friendships and their impact on our mental health. Join us as we discuss how to recognize unhealthy relationships and practical steps to cultivate healthier connections. Key Discussion Points: Defining Toxic Friendships: Characteristics of toxic friendships and how they differ from healthy ones. Identifying Red Flags: Common behaviors that...

In this episode of the Care to Change Podcast , April Bordeau sits down with therapist Jean Crane to close out the Gratitude Series. Together, they unpack the life-giving practice of mindfulness and stillness in a culture that glorifies busyness. Jean shares her personal journey of learning to slow down and be fully present, even in the middle of a full and demanding life. She explains how mindful...

In this episode of the Care to Change Podcast , April Bordeau welcomes back Teresa Land , therapist and clinical supervisor at Care to Change, for an inspiring conversation on the practice of gratitude journaling . Teresa shares how she first leaned into journaling during the difficult days of COVID, discovering it as a God-led practice that shifted her focus from anxiety to hope. She explains how...

In this episode of the Care to Change Podcast , April Bordeau sits down with returning guest Kristi Easley , Director of Operations and therapist at Care to Change. Kristi shares her powerful journey of growth through the practice of self-awareness and reflection. Together, April and Kristi explore how looking back at our stories with honesty and curiosity—not judgment—can unlock healing, growth,...

In this deeply personal and compassionate episode, April and Larry begin a new series exploring The Power of Gratitude . As the season of Thanksgiving approaches, they talk candidly about what it means to practice gratitude— especially when life doesn’t go as planned. April shares vulnerably about walking through loss and grief, inviting listeners into an honest conversation about how gratitude is...

How do we take life’s hardest moments and turn them into something that brings growth, purpose, and even impact for others? In this episode, April is joined by returning guest Katie Goar , CEO, leader, mom of many (including two with special needs), and most recently a TEDx speaker . Katie shares her powerful personal story of experiencing homelessness as a child, and how what could have been a li...

In this heartfelt and practical conversation, Larry and April continue Care to Change’s “Bouncing Back” series by exploring what it means to build resilience in marriage . Whether you’re in a difficult season, recovering from one, or simply wanting to strengthen your relationship, this episode offers ten powerful, grace-filled practices to help couples reconnect and thrive. April draws from 30 yea...

Life comes with seasons—times of joy, growth, loss, and transition. In this episode, April is joined by therapist and Community Care Lead Jean Crane to explore the metaphor of life’s seasons and how each one offers unique challenges and opportunities for growth. Drawing from personal stories, biblical wisdom, and years of counseling experience, Jean shares how to recognize the season you’re in, ho...

Change is inevitable—but how we respond makes all the difference. In this episode, April is joined by returning guest Kristi Easley , therapist and Director of Operations at Care to Change, to kick off our new October series: Embracing Change . Together, they unpack what it means to navigate life transitions with resilience, whether those changes are chosen or unexpected. From graduations and new...

In the closing episode of our Suicide Prevention Awareness Month series, April welcomes therapist Jared Jones back to the podcast for a compassionate and practical conversation about what to do when suicidal thoughts arise — either in your life or someone else’s . Jared offers evidence-based tools, calming strategies, and long-term practices to reduce risk and foster resilience. He explains what e...

In this deeply personal and powerful episode, April Bordeau sits down with Alice Jordan , statewide coordinator for suicide prevention efforts at Purdue Fort Wayne and longtime mental health advocate. With transparency, vulnerability, and an unwavering commitment to hope, Alice shares her personal mental health journey — including surviving a suicide attempt and the realities of intergenerational...

In this moving and eye-opening episode, April Bordeau welcomes Jason Craig, Director of the Indiana Suicide Prevention Network , to talk about the stigma surrounding suicide and mental health — and what we can do to break the silence. Jason shares candidly from his personal journey with suicidal thoughts and a past attempt, offering insight into how shame, silence, and judgment prevent people from...

September is Suicide Prevention Month , and in this episode of the Care to Change Podcast , host Larry Vinson and director April Bordeau begin a crucial new series on the power of connection in preventing suicide. Together, they unpack: Why hopelessness, feeling like a burden, and feeling alone are the three factors that often lead to suicidal thoughts. How connection serves as a safety net —remin...

In this powerful and compassionate episode, therapist Kyle Hopkins returns to the Care to Change podcast to open the conversation around suicide prevention, resilience, and healing . With September being National Suicide Prevention Month, this timely discussion sheds light on the experiences of individuals facing suicidal thoughts and how hope and connection can be powerful forces for change. Apri...

🎧 Episode Summary: The back-to-school season brings a wave of new responsibilities, expectations, and emotional demands—often leaving parents and caregivers feeling overwhelmed and pulled in 10 directions at once. In this episode, therapist Teresa Haskins joins host Jared Jones to unpack the real-life challenges of juggling family, work, and the back-to-school transition. From letting go of perfe...

Routines bring structure, reduce stress, and increase connection—but how do we actually build routines that last, especially in the chaos of back-to-school season? In this episode, therapist and first-time guest Mac Zambrano joins host Jared Jones to discuss how to create predictable, flexible, and peace-bringing routines for your family. With years of experience working with kids through ministry...

The back-to-school season can trigger anxiety, frustration, and emotional dysregulation in kids—especially those already facing mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, ADHD, or trauma. In this episode, therapist and mom of four Jean Crane   joins host Jared Jones to unpack what’s really going on beneath the surface for our kids and what parents can do to support them. From understanding...

In this episode, Jared Jones hosts therapist Kate Tucker to share insights and actionable strategies for helping kids and families navigate the back-to-school transition. Whether you're a parent of a kindergartener or a college student, this episode is packed with real-life examples, therapeutic advice, and practical tools for fostering emotional readiness and creating supportive routines. 👥...

In this powerful conclusion to the Freedom Series, Larry and April dive deep into what it means to live free from the burdens of performance, perfectionism, and people-pleasing. This episode invites listeners to examine the internal and cultural narratives that drive us to overwork, overachieve, and overextend — and gently challenges us to let go. April shares insights about the exhaustion caused...

Care to Change continues its conversation on freedom by exploring one of the most empowering forms of liberation: using your voice. In this episode, April welcomes back therapist and clinical director Brittany Gipson to unpack the courage, clarity, and healing that come from speaking your truth . They dive into what it means to “find your voice,” why we lose it, and how reclaiming it is central to...

In this powerful episode, April Bordeau continues the July series on "Freedom" by exploring how setting boundaries can bring true emotional and spiritual liberation. Guest therapist Jean Crane unpacks the roots of codependency , the signals that healthy boundaries are missing, and how embracing your God-given identity is foundational to reclaiming your voice. Together, they discuss: The...

In this soul-stirring and heart-centered episode, April Bordeau sits down with therapist and clinical supervisor Teresa Land to explore the deep connection between vulnerability, authenticity, and emotional freedom . Together, they unpack what it truly means to be known, loved, and emotionally present in relationships—and how embracing vulnerability can lead us to the kind of freedom we were creat...

In this powerful kickoff to the July “Freedom” series, April Bordeau welcomes back therapist Jared Jones to discuss a foundational question: Are we truly free—or just managing our behavior? They dive deep into the contrast between behavior modification and authentic freedom , exploring why simply managing outward actions often fails to produce lasting change. Instead, they advocate for a process t...