Brandon Coussens, LMFT 
Does it seem like you and your spouse or partner never connect on your beliefs about God or on a spiritual level? Maybe you never talk about your faith. Yet, it’s important to you, and that’s something you have been asking for. There are reasons why couples struggle to practice their faith and spirituality together. … Read more
When someone you love decides to start therapy, it can be both encouraging and intimidating. You care about this person, so you are probably proud of them for taking this huge step and happy to see them prioritizing healing and growth. You may also feel intimidated or uncertain about how to best support your friend … Read more
Have you ever thought something about someone that made you not want to be around them or feel hurt by them? I think we all have. However, I’m not sure we all recognize that our thoughts may not be accurate or based in truth. We recognize that what they said or did does not make … Read more
Praying together may be something you’ve thought about, or maybe you’ve never considered it before. Perhaps you don’t like praying out loud and feel embarrassed, or you feel strongly that prayer is a private matter. At the same time, you may want to pray together—or your spouse may have asked you to. What do you … Read more
Do you currently have a to-do list in the back of your mind that you’re putting off? Are you telling yourself that you have plenty of time, but find yourself stressed and rushing to meet deadlines at the last minute? Has your spouse complained a few too many times about you not getting things done … Read more
Starting therapy is a huge step, and oftentimes, a scary one. When starting therapy, you may worry if your therapist will understand you, respect your values, or be a safe person who won’t judge you for your struggles. A good therapist will do all of these things for you. Yet, it can be difficult to … Read more
What is your social media and screen use doing to you and your relationships? I bet it’s causing harm in ways you don’t even know. It’s elusive. Have you ever thought about how much time you are spending on your phone and not talking to your spouse or friends? Have you ever been ignored when … Read more
Ever wondered what it really means to judge others? Have you ever had someone look at you weirdly, make fun of you, or gossip about you? It doesn’t feel good, but you may have passed it off as them just not understanding you or knowing you. Judging others can be hurtful, but it’s something we … Read more
Feeling overwhelmed by stress, bad habits, or emotional burnout? You’re not alone. Every day, we face situations that push us to our limits. How we respond can either help us grow or keep us stuck. Whether you realize it or not, you already use coping skills. The real question is: are they helping you or … Read more
Faith and Mental Health Don’t Have to Be Opposites There has been a lot of discussion in recent years about mental health in the church. Many of us who grew up in faith-based communities heard countless sermons about trusting God—but never heard much about therapy. For some, that created internal conflict: If I believe God … Read more
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