Faith on the Journey: Conversations with Jocelyn

Pets can provide comfort, love, and companionship to us in our daily lives. In addition, Katy Pistole learned that pets, particularly horses, can be a source of healing for a wounded soul.  She shares her experience on this week’s episode of Faith on the Journey. Podcast Highlights 02:01 Manifestation of Jesus 04:50 How horses help individuals to heal from trauma 11:20 Using the fruits of the spir...

Breakups are never easy. In fact, some breakups can be traumatic. Annie Harton, author and therapist, shares the process she went through to heal and rediscover herself after a traumatic breakup. Podcast Highlights 01:26 What is a traumatic breakup? 01:50 Experiencing singleness 06:06 Counselors stigmatization 08:07 Getting through a traumatic breakup 11:04 Self identity 14:14 Accessing counselin...

Sometimes our greatest source of pain comes from our family members.  Whether you have had a strained relationship with your parents, siblings, or in-laws, we are diving into how to navigate various challenges such as family secrets, betrayal, conflict, and more in this episode with Faith on the Journey counselor, Rev. Dr. Naomi Mitchell. Podcast Highlights 01:28 Navigating in laws family dynamic...

Sometimes, our greatest source of pain comes from our family members.  Whether you have had a strained relationship with your parents, siblings, or in-laws, we are diving into how to navigate various challenges such as family secrets, betrayal, conflict, and more in this episode with Faith on the Journey counselor, Rev. Dr. Naomi Mitchell. Podcast Highlights 03:06 Ways family secrets affect an in...

Michaela Cox shares her story of perseverance and faith, reflecting on God’s grace in her life as she navigated a life-long disability of legal blindness, a divorce at age 26, the loss of her beloved husband, while raising two children as a single parent. Podcast Highlights 02:49 Navigating through difficult time 03:45 Emotional healing from the trauma of divorce 06:10 Working through the residua...

We all have a past, yet some of us choose to hold on to pain, guilt, and regrets from our lives that eventually turn into emotional baggage.  Donna Tashjian talks about the steps we must take to release our emotional baggage so we can heal. Podcast Highlights 03:13 Emotions after trauma 03:52 Developing a relationship with God to overcome trauma 04:42 Releasing the shame after trauma 05:53 Having...

Experiences in life can break us, but thankful we serve a God who redeems.  Join us for a rich conversation with discipleship leader, author, and coach John Jarman as we explore the transformative power of our savior. Podcast Highlights 01:45 Impact of growing up in a difficult household on mental health 04:05 Vulnerability and deciding to seek counselling 05:21 Finding strength and freedom in Chr...

“Trauma is personal. Trauma is a thief. Trauma is a beast and trauma is an involuntary, invisible wound.” These are the words from author, speaker, and coach Danielle Bernock. As a survivor of childhood trauma and emotional neglect, she shares the process she went through to heal from her hidden wounds, develop a new understanding of God’s love, and eventually launch her ministry to help childhood...

Childbirth can be a traumatic experience for some mommies, resulting in PTSD, postpartum depression, and other relational challenges.  Erica recounts her traumatic childbirth experience and how God redeemed her second pregnancy and relationships along the way. Enjoyed this podcast episode? Be sure to SUBSCRIBE and WRITE A REVIEW. Resources Find a Christian Counselor today at www.faithonthejou...

Teens Hurt Too.  With the impact of the pandemic, gun violence, bullying, plus the daily struggles of life, it's important that adults create safe spaces for teens to be open about their struggles.  Join us for a rich conversation with Seraiah Robison, a Training Facilitator with the Trauma Healing Institute, as we explore ways to help teens heal from trauma. Enjoyed this podcast episode...

The world likes to label people, but God doesn't.  Rev. Lyn Barrett, diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder (formally known as multiple personality disorder), speaks to this important topic. She reminds us that our diagnosis is not our identity, and we can still have an incredible, powerful life while living with a mental illness. Enjoyed this podcast episode? Be sure to SUBSCRIBE and...

Has God called you to start a healing ministry? Dr. Kit Evans-Ford discusses her account of surviving a horrible sexual assault, which ultimately inspired her to establish her healing ministry, Argrow's House. Learn some key steps you can take to begin your ministry and help those who have experienced trauma. Enjoyed this podcast episode? Be sure to SUBSCRIBE and WRITE A REVIEW. Resources Find a C...

Sex trafficking impacts people around the globe but sadly remains under the radar.  Rev. Dr. Joel Mitchell speaks out about sex trafficking, its impact on boys and men, and how we can help those who have survived sex trafficking heal.  Enjoyed this podcast episode? Be sure to SUBSCRIBE and  WRITE A REVIEW. Resources Find a Christian Counselor today at www.faithonthejourney.org/couns...

Adoption can be one of the most beautiful acts of love that someone can demonstrate toward a person. Yet, feelings of shame, abandonment, and rejection often cause adoptees to question their worth. When this occurs, Dea wants to remind you that God, not just your adoptive parents, chose you for a greater purpose. Enjoyed this podcast episode? Be sure to SUBSCRIBE and WRITE A REVIEW. Resources...

Sometimes everything around us seems so dark that we can't see.  In those moments, we can easily lose hope, develop suicidal thoughts, and question our faith. If you feel that way, remember to hold on because there's a light that can lift you out of that place of darkness and give you the strength to make it through.  After Chef Kevin's wife died, he closed his business, and filed for ba...

Krystalle Wheeler founded Lullaby of Hope after her journey through a miscarriage and a stillbirth in 2012. At that time, she found there were little to no resources to comfort women like her.  Her pain eventually birthed an incredible ministry that helps women across the country. Enjoyed this podcast episode? Be sure to subscribe and write a review. Resources Find a Christian Counselor today...

The mistakes from your past don't define you.  Learn how to overcome guilt and shame with Maurice Martin. Enjoyed this podcast episode? Be sure to subscribe and write a review.  Resources Find a Christian Counselor today at www.faithonthejourney.org/counseling Download a free grief resource guide at faithonthejourney.org/grief You can find Rev. Jocelyn J. Jones' book at breakingthemask.c...

Marlene was left for dead after a stranger entered her apartment to sexually assault her. By God's grace, she survived, but her healing journey was not easy.   God, counseling, and commitment to taking back her power helped her to discover hope and joy after the darkest season of her life. Enjoyed this episode?   Subscribe and leave a review. Resources Christian Counseling reso...

The trauma of sexual and domestic violence can have a lasting impact. However, if you begin to face the pain, seek help, and work towards healing your heart, it won't continue to have power over you.  Check out this episode with sexual and domestic violence survivor Dr. Sharon Ellis Davis, as she shares her testimony and encourages those who've experienced trauma to take their power back by s...

Have you recently lost a parent?  Maybe you are grieving the loss of a spouse, relative, or dear friend.  The grief journey can be incredibly difficult, so Jocelyn recorded this episode especially for you.   Enjoyed this episode?  Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review. Share your grief story with Jocelyn at jocelyn@faithonthejourney.org. Follow Jocelyn on Instagra...

Romans 8:31 reminds us that nothing can separate us from the love of God. God reminds us that we are worthy, loved, and heard. Join us for a rich conversation with McKenzie Hodges, founder of Worthy, Loved, and Heard Ministries.  Mckenzie Hodges lives in Nebraska, single mom of 2, entrepreneur, founder of worthy, loved, and heard women's ministry. Lover of travel, Jesus, and fitness! Connect...

Have you gone through a difficult storm in life?  Do you wonder if you will ever be the same after that storm?  Dr. Mitchell reminds us that we will never be the same after we experience trauma, but if we go through our healing process, we can be better.  Join us for a powerful conversation with our new Faith on the Journey Counselor, Dr. Naomi Mitchell. Connect with Naomi at faitho...

Some of us are emotionally overweight because we are carrying emotional baggage that drains and hurts us.  It's time for us to release the negativity in our lives so we can heal.  Check out this conversation with Jocelyn as she begins to explore the process of releasing. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode!  Connect with additional healing resources at faithonthejourne...

In life we will have setbacks, but behind the scenes God can be setting us up for something greater.  Check out this conversation with Jocelyn as she reflects on what God has showed her during some of the challenging seasons of her life. Join a trauma healing group or connect with a Christian Counselor at faithonthejourney.org. Order Jocelyn's book at breakingthemask.com. Connect with Jocelyn...

Hi family, it is that time. Time for this season to close. That’s why we are giving you a season finale you will love. We are talking to one of our Faith on the Journey Counselors, Dr. Pamela Adams. We are talking about how to release the burdens we are not supposed to be carrying. “Many people are emotionally overweight.” - Dr. Pamela Adams Dr. Pamela Adams is an expert in the arena of spiritual...