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Key Takeaways: Sam Jolman, author of  The Sex Talk You Never Got , joins Megan in discussing men's and young adult's sexuality. They discuss culture and how to approach difficult topics with sons. Notable Quotes: " They didn't know to think richly about their own heart and being what I call in the book...to be a lover, you know, because the reality is men are just as deeply capable of emotion...

ENTER THE DRAWING!! Donate to the Honor Project Movement! https://heatherelizabeth.org/page/support-honor-project-movement To see the painting, check out this video:  YouTube 45:28 Key Takeaways: Elle Arters interviews Megan Owen about Give Her Wings: a nonprofit Megan started. They discuss the impact it has had on them and why Megan left it behind Notable Quotes: " I know that there [ar...

Key Takeaways: Megan and Elle Arters discuss the difficulties they have had concerning politics and the Evangelical Church They also talk about how politics have shaped the Church and how the Church has shaped politics. Notable Quotes: " ... taking a step back and giving ourselves some grace and intention to recognize, am I dealing with a destructive person or a disappointing person? " — Elle...

STAY TUNED FOR PART TWO! Key Takeaways: Megan and Elle Arters discuss the difficulties they have had concerning politics and the Evangelical Church They also talk about how politics have shaped the Church and how the Church has shaped politics. Notable Quotes: " We have different definitions for these words, and that's where the confusion comes in and the disorientation comes in...the disappo...

Megan Owen, MAR is a Pastoral Trauma Counselor and Chaplain, certified in crisis response, CPE, trauma modalities (including EMDR and DNMS), suicidality and bereavement. Megan offers a unique perspective into the masculine and feminine wounds causing divides among humans. She is the owner of Mountain City Christian Counseling and comes to us with 15 years of experience working with the traumatized...

Key Takeaways: Megan and Elle Arters talk about their struggles and strategies when it came to making friendships and nourishing relationships after coming out of their abusive relationships. Megan and Elle also discuss the power of groups and what kind of people are good confidants when it comes to sharing traumatized part of oneself. Notable Quotes: " I was hyper vigilant and paranoid for every...

Key Takeaways: Karen was interviewed by Focus on the Family and has some thoughts to share on forgiveness, "battering" and whether or not her husband rescued her. Megan and Karen discuss misconceptions in the interview surrounding abuse and relationships. Notable Quotes: "... our brain is part of our body, so emotional abuse, psychological abuse, verbal abuse is all physical violence because our b...

Key Takeaways: Megan and Karen introduce the returning Crisis Groups, run by Karen again this year! Karen describes the impact that running Crisis Groups has had on previous clients. Megan explains how Crisis Groups work as well as telling of the respectful and warm environment the Groups provide. Notable Quotes: " If we don't expand and invite other people into our healing, our healing is kind of...

      About Megan: Megan Owen:   Fully certified since 2012 as a crisis pastoral counselor, Megan has been successfully companioning clients all over the country while facilitating their self-growth. She offers  crisis & spiritual process groups and individual christian therapy, specializing in abuse, trauma, and dissociative disorders, utilizing therapeutic models suc...

About the Guest(s): Karen DeArmond Gardner:   Karen is a distinguished DV (domestic violence) trauma advocate renowned for her extensive work with survivors of domestic abuse. As the author of "Another One Free," Karen draws on her rich experience to lead support groups, offer guidance, and walk alongside women on their healing journeys. From her role at Mountain City to her impactful book, K...

About the Guest: Bonnie is a resilient survivor of severe spiritual abuse, with decades in evangelical circles, particularly within the Wilson family’s influential community. As a mother and grandmother, she now channels her experiences to support women facing similar struggles. Her journey from spiritual oppression to reclaiming her voice gives her deep insights, which she shares to inspire heali...

About the Guest: Peter Bell   is the host, producer, writer, and editor of the podcast " Sons of Patriarchy ," which investigates the roles of gender within evangelical churches, particularly focusing on the ideals of the father as an authority and the son as submissive. Peter holds a degree from Westminster Seminary, California, and has a background in fitness and ministry. His experience in...

About the Guest(s): Karen DeArmond Gardner: Karen is a distinguished DV (domestic violence) trauma advocate renowned for her extensive work with survivors of domestic abuse. As the author of "Another One Free," Karen draws on her rich experience to lead support groups, offer guidance, and walk alongside women on their healing journeys. From her role at Mountain City to her impactful book, Karen's...

Megan sits with author and counsellor Patrick Doyle, to discuss his new book, "Death of a Thousand Cuts." They delve into the complexities of emotional, physical, and spiritual abuse, exploring how it erodes intrinsic value. Patrick shares insights from his personal journey and professional experience, offering practical advice for recognizing and healing from abuse. They also touch on the challen...

MASSIVE Giveaway! We are doing a giveaway the entire month of November! Jen Ferrante's offering 50% off all her Zenith courses in Reach My Zenith  only unlocked when you do a little something! Head to Pretty Psych on Apple Podcasts  - rate and review this podcast, take a screenshot of the review and send it to Mountain City Christian Counselling Corp on Facebook  with the...

About the Guest: Jennifer Ferrante is a clinical hypnotherapist with extensive training in neuro-linguistic programming, positive psychology, mind-body psychology, and EFT tapping. Jennifer specializes in helping individuals access the subconscious mind to rewrite deeply ingrained programming, facilitating fast and effective change. She currently works at Ferrante Family Wellness, where she offers...

About the Guest: Dr. Andrew Bauman is a licensed mental health counselor, author, and esteemed speaker. Alongside his wife, Dr. Christy Bauman, they co-run a dynamic counseling practice focused on deep healing and therapeutic interventions. He specializes in issues related to sexual addiction, misogyny, and trauma within the context of evangelical and patriarchal frameworks. Andrew is al...

Listen now as Georgia Free concludes her incredible journey of hope and healing. We are picking up from about age 9, when Georgia was simultaneously doing all she could to help her younger sister who was living with cystic fibrosis AND already questioning her faith at a very young age. *How could God do this to my sister -- and to me?* Make sure you have first listened to part 1. And don't forget...

Join Georgia Free as she opens up and shares her story for the first time! Listen as she discusses how she was led to the radio industry, what prompted her to begin her own podcast-of-hope during COVID, all the way up until she discusses her sister's grave illness and her own interrupted childhood. Listen to part 1 now! Georgia Free is a scientist-turned-radio presenter on Hope 103.2 in Sydney, Au...

Rachel is a mom, domestic violence advocate, and Rule 114 Qualified Neutral for the state of Minnesota. Rachel's own life experiences led her to create a non profit helping women and children escaping domestic abuse as well as starting a private family mediation practice founded on the values of respect, responsibility, and relationship. In both arenas, as well as at home with her children and in...

With the recycling of poor dogma surrounding social relationships in Christendom (ahem-- umbrella of death), Theologian Sam Powell explains where all of the theology started -- and surprise! It is nothing new. Novel heresies pop up all of the time. Listen as Sam gives us a clear understanding of the history behind complementarianism and why it is so dangerous. And this is just part 1! Find more ab...

Listen as Elle and Megan discuss their decade-long friendship, early advocacy, sacred journeys, conversations and healings that led to their newest project -- SOURCE!

Many of us know what it is like to be ex-communicated from a beloved church. The psychological stress and pain are almost unbearable. In today's episode, the esteemed Sam Powell shares his story of deep betrayal by his denomination and friends. You will hear Megan express speechlessness often, listening to the cruel and undeserved treatment of her friend as Sam shares all. And he does not just sha...

Dr. Maryann Kyle is a celebrated and accomplished vocalist and teacher of teachers. In this podcast interview, Dr. Kyle discusses the remarkable parallels between connection to body and emotions when singing, and connection to body and emotions in mental health. What does it look like to be able to honestly and vulnerably connect to our "divine spark"? What is the "spirit breath"? How can a singer...

Jane comes to Megan through divine friendship. Jane is a healer, a guide and a spacious soul of refuge for all who are suffering. In this episode, Jane and Megan share personal stories from their lives and from the counseling room, doing their best to capture the mystery and sacredness of our inner landscape, as well as the intricate humans surrounding them. They share raw and honest mutual discus...