Let's Therapy

In this final episode of Season 1, Scott and Vanessa look back at their favorite topics and the importance of mental health. They also share the subject they’ll be talking about to kick off Season 2. Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Instagram , Facebook , YouTube , To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to recei...

This podcast builds on Part 1 and Part 2 of Co-Parenting Versus Parallel Parenting. Scott and Vanessa discuss the process of navigating back and forth between co-parenting and parallel parenting in different stages of the child’s life. They also offer suggestions for how to avoid contention in the co-parenting relationship.  Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Ins...

This episode is the second in a series on co-parenting vs. parallel parenting. Scott and Vanessa focus on parallel parenting, the reasons why ex-spouses may choose it over co-parenting, and situations in which parallel parenting can be extremely beneficial or supportive. They explain how parallel parenting can affect a child, and they offer a word of encouragement for parents in high-conflict situ...

This episode is the first in a series on co-parenting vs. parallel parenting. Scott and Vanessa briefly define the two styles of parenting. They also discuss the benefits of co-parenting for the children, and they offer a few ideas for developing a better co-parenting relationship. Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Instagram , Facebook , YouTube , To support thi...

In this episode, Scott and Vanessa talk about the power of self-talk and positive affirmation. They discuss the role that thoughts play in our beliefs and our actions. They also provide several examples of truths we can speak over ourselves to counter the enemy’s lies. We pray this podcast blessed you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/bl...

This episode features Scott and Vanessa Martindale as they talk about how projection takes place in blended families. They define and offer examples of projection, and they share tips on how you can respond when someone tries to project their emotions onto you. We pray this podcast blessed you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkin...

Pastor Charla Janecka M.A., LPC-A, joins Vanessa Martindale as they discuss trauma and triggers in remarriage and blended families. They discuss the physiological elements of trauma and triggers and how to identify triggers. They highlight resources for individuals, and highlight the importance of working through your past trauma so that it doesn’t sabotage your current marriage and blended family...

In this episode, licensed therapist Scott Martindale talks about gaslighting. He gives listeners a working definition (think manipulating a person in order to control them), provides examples, and offers suggestions for dealing with it in relationships. We pray this podcast blessed you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfami...

This podcast focuses on the value and importance of setting goals for yourself and your blended family. Scott and Vanessa define SMART goals and explain how to set them and work toward them. We pray this podcast blessed you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamilies Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Conne...

In this podcast episode, Scott and Vanessa discuss the signs and symptoms of substance abuse in both adults and teens. They also share the best way to approach a loved one who is struggling with an addiction. We pray this podcast blessed you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamilies Want to join the Blended Kingdom Familie...

This episode focuses on a problem that goes overlooked in many marriages: alcohol addiction. Scott and Vanessa lay out the risk factors for alcohol dependency as well as its signs and symptoms. They also offer suggestions on how to help your spouse (or yourself) if you suspect an addiction is developing. We pray this podcast blessed you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? C...

In this episode, counselors Scott and Vanessa Martindale tackle the issue of teen suicide. They discuss the warning signs that might point to suicidal ideation and the difference between suicide and self-harm (like cutting). They also offer help to parents whose child or teen might be struggling with their mental health. We pray this podcast blessed you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Fami...

Anger is the topic of discussion for this edition of Let’s Therapy. In it, Scott and Vanessa Martindale talk about anger, especially as it relates to your marriage and blended family. They offer signs that point to out-of-control anger, and they offer suggestions for working through anger so that it doesn’t cause problems in your relationships. We pray this podcast blessed you today! Want to join...

This podcast episode is all about practical steps you can take to make sure your marriage stands on strong footing. These tips might seem simple, but they are powerful. Try them out and you’ll see just how much they will strengthen your relationship with your spouse. We pray this podcast blessed you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blen...

For this podcast, we address anxiety in children and teens. We talk about the types of anxiety,  symptoms to look out for, and how we as parents and stepparents can help our children and stepchildren as they deal with anxiety. We pray this podcast blessed you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamilies Want to join the Blend...

This episode focuses on how to support a spouse who is dealing with mental health struggles. We talk about some of the signs and symptoms that indicate your spouse might be struggling emotionally, and we offer suggestions for how you can show your support and concern in a healthy, helpful way. Be blessed in all you do! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://l...

Welcome to the first episode of Let's Therapy!!  In this first episode of Talk Therapy, we discuss the intersection of mental health, faith, and blended family. Everyone faces mental health challenges, even characters in the Bible! Those struggles can affect your marriage and blended family, so getting the help you need is important. A healthier you leads to healthier relationships! #letsther...