He Said It First

  In this final episode of Season 2 of He Said It First, Jenna and Erin sit with the reality so many counselors and everyday people are quietly carrying... weariness . The kind that settles deep in the bones after walking through hard seasons, holding space for others, and navigating the weight of life’s demands.   Together, they offer both honest acknowledgment and steady hope, grounding the conv...

In this episode, Jenna puts Jenna on the spot and asks her to walk through, off the top of her head, what it really looks like to honor professional standards while staying grounded in Biblical truth. What unfolds is an honest, thoughtful conversation about the tension clinicians often feel between calling and code- between what we believe deeply and what we are ethically bound to practice. We tal...

While Erin was off conquering the Alps (and probably finding life metaphors somewhere between the slopes and the snow), Jenna held down the mic with her husband Tim Meister and Dr. Sean Blackston for a conversation that feels equal parts origin story and behind-the-scenes look at the heart of Higher Hopes Online and Higher Hopes Institute. They dive into the calling that led them into Biblical cou...

In this episode of He Said It First, Erin puts Jenna on the spot with the top five complaints couples bring into therapy—no script, no prep, just real conversation. From communication breakdowns to unmet expectations, we unpack what’s really beneath the surface. Expect insight, honesty, and a few laughs along the way. It’s the kind of conversation that might just make you rethink your own relation...

  Season 2, Episode 2, Part 2 of He Said It First keeps the conversation rolling as Erin and Jenna unpack three ways to become a better Christian therapist, inspired by a Psychology Today article but viewed through the lens of faith, purpose, and the calling of Christian counseling. Along the way, they explore what it really means to live and practice within your God-given purpose, even when that...

Season 2 of He Said It First launches with energy, laughter, and Part 1 of a two-part conversation on “Seven Steps to a Better You.” Erin and Jenna blend Christian therapy insight with real-life honesty, giving both counselors and clients practical ways to grow while keeping grace at the center of the process. As always, the conversation is full of coffee, humor, and the kind of faith-centered per...

Jenna and Erin try to hold it together while they talk you through the importance of doing life... together. Listen in while they sip java, chortle, and talk through the importance of not going it alone in life, practice, or in general.  Links: https://www.timhortons.com/ - OH Canada, that's good coffee!!!! https://www. HigherHopesInstitute.com https://www. HigherHopesOnline.com https://www. Highe...

In this episode, Jenna and Erin dig into why it matters to “get in their business.” Because when someone you love starts slipping under an unhealthy influence, you’ll only see it if you’re close enough to notice. PS: Erin fully recognizes she talks too much. She’s working on it… kind of. PPS: Erin’s still talking. Jenna’s still waiting. It’s fine.  HigheHopesInstitute.com   - Biblical Counseling C...

In Part 2 of the You Better Work episode, Erin and Jenna roll up their sleeves to talk about work—not just the nine-to-five grind, but the holy, hard work God designed us for. With their usual mix of humor and heart, they explore why doing the tough stuff is often the very path to healing and holiness. Christian counselors will find practical takeaways for guiding clients through conversations abo...

In this episode, we're brewing up a conversation straight from the pages of Psychology Today's September issue. Join us as we explore how children grow into fully developed humans and how both clinicians and parents can support that journey. And of course, we're throwing in a couple of fun coffee facts to keep things lively. Grab your favorite mug and settle in! Links: Psychology Today - Sept. 202...

Episode 4: Coffee Enemas, Men, Tears, and the Promised Land   In this episode of He Said It First, Erin and Jenna dive into some surprising and hilarious territory—yes, even coffee enemas—while weaving in thoughtful faith-based clinical insights for Christian counselors. Through laughter and lighthearted banter, the conversation opens the door to serious reflection on how Scripture guides us in ad...

Join Jenna & Erin for Part 2 of the Parenting Teens and their review of what Psychology Today has to say about teens and parents! This episode includes the wisdom of Psalm 78, coffee, wisdom, and fun! HigherHopesOnline.com HigherHopesInstitute.com

This episode (Part 1), Jenna reviews and comments on the July 2025 Article What Teens Need Most But Aren’t Getting From Parents by Donna Jackson Nakazawa from Psychology Today. This is great advice for parents of teens, but even more valuable for counselors who need to understand God's perspective on the things teens say they need most.  Read the full article here: https://www.psychologytoday.com/...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of He Said It First, a podcast created for Christian counselors and their clients. In this launch show, hosts Jenna Meister, LPC, and Dr. Erin Kincaid, BCBC, set the stage for a season filled with insight, humor, and truth. Together, they’ll explore articles from Psychology Today—and whatever else sparks their interest—through the lens of Biblical application. Join...