Experience Emerge (ExEm)

Send us Fan Mail Natasha Biddings, a clinician at Emerge Counseling Ministries, discusses her journey to becoming a therapist and a few techniques she incorporates with scripture. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focused experience. The assessment and therapy process utilizes robust psychological testing and intensive...

Send us Fan Mail This Mental Health Minute discusses self-care, which might sound boring but is imperative for our wellness and peace. Take some inventory of how you are caring for your mind, body, and soul and maybe make one change to help you thrive in your life. Emerge.org - "You Don't Have to Walk Alone"  Support the show Contact Us: Email the show: experience@emerge.org Emerge....

Send us Fan Mail We are honored to hear Ginger Taddeo’s story of survival enduring violence, trauma, and all forms of abuse. Please be advised that this episode contains graphic content that may be triggering for some listeners and/or children. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focused experience. The assessment and th...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we had the pleasure of spending time with Dan LeMoine, the CEO and co-founder of Revitalize Weight Loss & Wellness. He shared valuable insights about how physical health and nutrition impact our overall well-being. Dan is a Board Certified Nutrition Consultant and the co-author of the best-selling book, "Fear No Food." Learn more at RevitalizeWeightLoss.com. A...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk with Nick Costello, an accomplished musician and author who has published multiple books and travels the country to speak on various topics. Today, our focus is on suicide awareness and prevention, a crucial issue that Nick is passionate about. https://nickcostello.org/ Hotlines Need Help Now? Call 911 or 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) or 1-800-273-TALK (1...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we have a conversation with the author of the book The Shelf, Dave DeRemer. Dave shares his life experiences around trauma and abandonment in childhood to relationship struggles in adulthood, which then led him down a path to find his faith in God.  The Shelf: Faith, PTSD and Overcoming Me https://www.amazon.com/Shelf-Faith-PTSD-Overcoming-Me-ebook/dp/B094YTMGJ6/r...

Send us Fan Mail As a new series of quick tips, Matthew Knabe, the host of The ExEm Podcast, will occasionally put out a Mental Health Minute on a specific topic. This episode highlights the therapeutic benefits of journaling.   Emerge.org - "You Don't Have to Walk Alone"  Support the show Contact Us: Email the show: experience@emerge.org Emerge.org facebook.com/EmergeCounselingMini...

Send us Fan Mail This episode discusses Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder with Emerge Counseling Ministries’ Clinical Director, Dr. Dave Blankenship.  He gives us insight into what  PTSD really is, what defines it, and how we can overcome the trauma in our lives.    The abstract from Dr. Dave's article on PTSD treatment: https://meridian.allenpress.com/jmhc/article-abstract/39/4/275/164298/Five-...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with Karolyn Drone-Smith — author, wellness coach, speaker, and founder of Self Elevate, a platform that empowers women. Karolyn has helped countless women on their journey to self-empowerment. In her book, “Self Elevate: A Woman’s Journey to Empowerment,” she shares her story of overcoming obesity, grief, and loss. As a seasoned bodybuilder and health enth...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Don Lichi returns to the podcast to discuss spiritual abuse and what that really means.  Over the past few years, many high-profile leaders and pastors have been brought to light after wounding people in congregations and in communities. This episode talks about what it looks like, what it means, and what to do if you have been hurt spiritually. Resources: “The True Believer”...

Send us Fan Mail We talk with Dr. Robert Crosby, President of Emerge, about his book, The One Jesus Loves . Using Dr. Crosby’s framework of six circles of relationship around Jesus during his time on earth, we discuss how we can spiritually and practically grow in our pursuit of Christ. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized an...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we have a chance to reconnect with a dear friend who has recently moved into a new role in ministry doing missionary work.  Chris is a part of Heart for Africa and doing some amazing things to equip kids with a chance to meet their potential and gain access to education. https://www.instagram.com/_heart_of_africa/ https://www.facebook.com/heartofafrica.org https:/...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we have a conversation with Emerge therapist and local pastor, Matt Coy.  Matt is a tremendous clinician serving as a telehealth therapist for those in Ohio.  If you are needing to connect with a counselor and think telehealth is for you, go to Emerge.org and start your application today. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and co...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for this episode to listen to Matthew Knabe’s former client, Chris Kasper, share her experience of a therapy called Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and how it positioned her to experience the Holy Spirit in a magnificent way.  Instacart https://instacart.oloiyb.net/gbmGL2 A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples se...

Send us Fan Mail We talk with pastors Dave Krist and Luke Krist about their ministry, projects, and specifically how the song “Choose to Live” came to be. They wrote this song to inspire and encourage those contemplating suicide or having suicidal thoughts…to choose to live. Check out the song and others they have released on all platforms. Instacart: https://instacart.oloiyb.net/gbmGL2 A 4-day, i...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit with the President/CEO of Emerge Counseling Ministries and address a growing issue among pastors and leaders in our community. We hope this conversation can shed some light and normalize the stressors so many of us face.  Link to Dr. Crosby's book "The One Jesus Loves," on Amazon : https://www.amazon.com/One-Jesus-Loves-Unconditionally-Relent...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Matthew leads our listeners on a journey into Calm Space, pushing out any anxieties or stress and allowing the mind to center into the here and now. Ultimately, inviting the Holy Spirit into this wonderful place of relaxation. Please use this episode as many times as you need to be able to experience the calmness and relaxation of Calm Space. It is encouraged to w...

Send us Fan Mail We are starting season four with a talk that our host, Matthew Knabe, gave to youth leaders in a ministry called Young Life. He discusses his journey with anxiety, what anxiety actually is, what the Bible says about anxiety, and what we do with all this information. The entire group does a calm space exercise together towards the end of this podcast and there is a brief Q&A to...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Don joins the ExEm Podcast once again, but this time to share a bit about his story and journey as a psychologist and leader at Emerge Counseling Ministries.  Dr. Lichi has an incredible testimony of overcoming adversity, loss, and then triumph that you will not want to miss. Thank you for listening to the Experience Emerge Podcast.  See you in 2023! A 4-day, in-person program...

Send us Fan Mail We are joined by long-time friend, songwriter, and worship pastor, Gary Durbin.  Gary shares his experience navigating divorce and the redemptive love God showed him during one of life’s most difficult trials. http://garydurbin.com Worst Days Links https://worstdays.hearnow.com/?fbclid=PAAaYvOx3E8S8QHuhHPE3dFSN5gDdiixnyD8EtuayGf4ds8Kw7iq6MHsOEn20 YouTube https://music.youtube.com/...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we have a conversation with Leigh Gerstenberger about legacy and the mark we leave behind in this world. Leigh, a former senior-level executive who founded his own consulting firm, is a member of Emerge’s board of directors and has filled an important role as a mentor to many. He is a deep lover of people and has a gift for connecting others together. A 4-day, in-...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk with Jason Tourville, a pastor, an Emerge clinician, and lead of Emerge's Ministers Enrichment Team. Jason and Matthew discuss burnout, the pressures of pastoring a church, and what church congregations can do to appreciate our pastoral teams and church leaders in the month of October (and the rest of the year) for Pastor Appreciation Month. A 4-day,...

Send us Fan Mail Our guest in this episode features a prolific speaker and author. Abraham Sculley joins our host, Matthew, for a conversation on depression and thoughts about suicide. You can learn more about Abraham and his passion for eradicating stigmas around mental health at Speaks2Inspire.com. His book, “Unlearn the Lies,” is available on Amazon. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is...

Send us Fan Mail In light of September being Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, we discuss several important aspects around this topic with Emerge clinician Matt Haines, MSW, LISW (a former firefighter and paramedic turned mental health therapist). For 24/7 suicide and crisis support, call "9-8-8". Emerge.org - "You Don't Have to Walk Alone"  Support the show Contact Us:...

Send us Fan Mail This episode features renowned author, speaker, and pastor, Dr. Terry Wardle who shares his heart about the process of healing our wounds by experiential encounters with Jesus. More information about Dr. Terry and his resources can be found at HealingCare.org. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focused...