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Send us Fan Mail We talk with Crystal McCann as she shares her life story of dealing with chronic pain, surgeries, and loss that forced her to walk away from some of her dreams and passions. Yet her continued faith allowed her to see how God was working miracles within all the adversities she had experienced. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seekin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk with author Liz Newman and discuss her latest collection of poems that focus on grief and loss. Her book, “I Look to the Mourning Sky” seeks to meet people in the storms of their sadness and remind them that they aren’t alone. This book is available on Amazon and Liz can be found on Facebook, @LizNewmanWriter. A 4-day, in-person program designed for minist...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, we talk about Young Life, a ministry that has been around for many years and has served one purpose: bringing the gospel right to the places where kids are. Western Reserve Area Director, Mark Eger, joins us to discuss teens and the unique challenges they are currently facing. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss topics that children and adolescents face during a time when there are many concerns and answers that seem hard to find. Our guest, Rachel Kyer, LPC, shares her thoughts to help parents during very uncertain times that we are living in. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focu...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we interview one of Matt’s personal friends since high school, Ralph Bloom. Ralph shares his journey navigating addiction and self-doubt that transformed him into a new being who lives for his faith and relationship with Jesus. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focused experience. The assessment...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we spend time with Shannon McKee and discuss the enneagram, how it is used, and what all of the numbers mean. Shannon gives us insight into how we can learn more about ourselves by better understanding who we are in Christ and how he molded our personality. For more information about Shannon and her coaching, visit TheArtofYou.us. A 4-day, in-person program design...

Send us Fan Mail Today marks the 50th episode of the ExEm Podcast and we talk neuroscience with esteemed neuropsychologist Dr. Joshua Magleby. We talk about what he focuses on in his private practice, and then break down to get a better understanding of what obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) really is. Learn more about Dr. Magleby at: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/joshua-magleby-...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode we follow up from our previous episode with Jeremiah and Crystal and talk with Licensed Professional Counselor, Mike Snodgrass, MA, about his journey with the couple as their therapist.   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 ut...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we meet Jeremiah and his wife, Crystal, who found themselves in a very dark place and needed help to save their marriage. 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 outpatient counseling t...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the conclusion of this two part interview with author and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Molly LaCroix.  For more information about Molly and her book visit mollylacroix.com and find her on all social media platforms: @mollylacroixlmft A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focused...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the Season 3 debut of the ExEm Podcast.  In this episode we talk with author and therapist, Molly LaCroix about her book, "Restoring Relationship" and the integration of faith and Internal Family Systems (IFS).  Be on the lookout for part two which will release in the upcoming weeks.  For more information about Molly and her book visit mollylacroix.com an...

Send us Fan Mail In this final episode of Season 2, our host, Matthew Knabe, bring his wife, Amy, into the conversation to share their journey navigating miscarriage, infertility, trauma, and God’s victory throughout all of it. 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 uti...

Send us Fan Mail Brad Leach, Lead Pastor from City Life Church in Philadelphia, PA, joins us to talk about some of the current common stressors that families, pastors, and churches are facing, and how to best navigate them. 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 utilize...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode we cover a very important topic that gets too often overlooked; sleep hygiene. We are joined by Dr. Ryan Darrow, lead pastor of Overland Park First Assembly of God, as we discuss the correlations between our sleep habits and our mental health. Emerge.org - "You Don't Have to Walk Alone"  Support the show Contact Us: Email the show: experience...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we discuss infertility and a severe diagnosis that our guest had to battle in the midst of it all. Crys Gorman shares a powerful story of adversity followed by a miracle text that she received reminding us God is always working. If you are interested in helping Crys and her husband Matt visit: https://gofund.me/fa9c43f4 A 4-day, in-person program designed for minis...

Send us Fan Mail In light of Pastor Appreciation Month, we discuss honoring our pastors with Dr. Donald Lichi as he shares about the role of being called to ministry and how we as the congregation may support and honor them. 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 utiliz...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we highlight Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and have a great discussion with a great leader, Dr. Wayde Goodall.  Dr. Wayde shares his journey with mental health, and encourages us to be open and honest with the "tough" stuff and find help; so that we can then help others.  A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and coup...

Send us Fan Mail In this second release of interviews from the Assemblies of God's General Council, we talk with Pastor Rob and his wife, Becca (Emerge board member) — lead pastors of River Valley Church in the Minneapolis, MN area — and discuss how they navigated Covid, the shutdown, and George Floyd's death; which happened very close to one of their campuses. A 4-day, in-person program...

Send us Fan Mail We took the ExEm show on the road and spent a week in Orlando, Florida at the Assemblies of God’s General Council interviewing many wonderful people. This episode features Rev. Donna Barrett, General Secretary of the Assemblies of God, who talks about the state of mental health within the church and its leaders. Emerge.org - "You Don't Have to Walk Alone"  Support t...

Send us Fan Mail In our conclusion of discussing therapies, Jessica Smith, MEd, LPCC-S, joins the conversation and shares a wealth of knowledge regarding Internal Family Systems (IFS). Discover how our life experiences play a significant role in shaping the way we see and understand our inner self. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more sp...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk about Formational Prayer with Steve Dunleavey, MA, LPCC-S, and Sarah Queen, MA, LPCC-S. This conversation better explains not only how we incorporate the Holy Spirit into counseling, but also our lives. 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 In our second installment of Trauma Talk — a series we will do every so often on trauma and how it relates to different people in scripture — Victoria and Matt dive into the book of James and spend some time discussing the content of the book and how it relates to survivors of trauma. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more...

Send us Fan Mail In this second half of the interview with Rachel Muha, we discuss the process of picking up the pieces after the horrific news about her son Brian. Rachel takes us on a journey of forgiveness that most cannot imagine. She stoically shares how she and her eldest son, Chris, faced their worst nightmare in the courtroom and how they embodied Christ-like forgiveness to witness to us a...

Send us Fan Mail Rachel Muha’s story is incredible and difficult to imagine ever having to go through. In the first of this two-part series, Rachel shares what led her through immense tragedy and grief. Don’t miss the second part — you will not want to miss how Rachel’s story unfolds after the news she learns about her son. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and...

Send us Fan Mail As part of our series of therapy practices, we highlight and explain Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Victoria Gutbrod, MA, LPCC-S, and Emerge Trauma Team Leader, Tish Granville, MS, LPCC-S. Learn how EMDR is utilized for processing and healing from trauma, emotional distress, and anxiety. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and...