Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

We often treat busy like a badge, and we use busy as a  distraction from what is happening inside and around us. What would happen if we turn down the decibels of our lives and tune into ourselves and our relationships? What would it look like to NOT be busy? What a brave invitation from Stefanie Boyce of the Oaks Retreat Center in California, gives us.Join April Bordeau, Director at Care to Change, and Stephanie Boyce on this re-release from our Breaking Free series, called “Breaking Free of the Tyranny of the Urgent.”Resources: Let Your Life SpeakUndistractedHoly Listening - Margaret GuntherNature Poetry - Mary OliverThe Ruthless Elimination of Hurry - John Mark ComerThe OaksNext StepsText us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133For more information about Care to Change visit www.caretochange.org Follow Care to Change on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/Follow Care to Change on Instagram  @care_to_change.See our YouTube page here.If you would like someone to come speak to your group about anxiety, depression or mental health, contact us for more details. If you are struggling and ready to take a step toward freedom, schedule an appt today. 

Join us as we conclude our ‘Real Parenting” series, with this last episode on Navigating the IEP Process. Listen in as Michelle Alexander shares her experience as a teacher navigating the process, giving us practical ways to begin, how to advocate for your child, and next steps to take to ensure your child is successful in school.   Other Recommended Resources:Care to Change blogs Parenting From The Inside Out  Other Care to Change recommended resources First Aid For Families Text us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.orgFollow Care to Change on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/Follow Care to Change on Instagram @care_to_changeIf you would like someone to come speak to your group, contact us for more details or schedule an appt today. 

Join us as we continue our Real Parenting series, with this episode, “Top Questions Parents Ask Care to Change.”  Teresa Haskins and April Bordeau do a speed round Q&A  giving answers and resources for the following questions:How do I know if my child’s problems are serious enough to need therapy? When is It Time to get Help for my child? How do I help my child who has high anxiety and depression? How are children with mental health issues treated? What is driving the mental health crisis among kids? What kind of protection should I place on my child’s technology/social media? Does my child have ADHD? What do I do if my child is into pornography? What to do when you catch your kids with porn? What rules should I make in terms of privacy? What do I do when I find out my child is LGBTQ+ ? What do I do if my child is suicidal? What do I do if my child is being bullied? How do I know when my child needs additional support in school? How do I know when to medicate? Other Recommended Resources:Care to Change blogs Parenting From The Inside Out  Other Care to Change recommended resources First Aid For Families Text us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.orgFollow Care to Change on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/Follow Care to Change on Instagram @care_to_changeIf you would like someone to come speak to your group, contact us for more details or schedule an appt today. 

 Join us as we continue our Real Parenting series, with this episode on “What Teens Wish Their Parents Knew.” We took a poll from teens asking them what they wished their parents knew. You might be surprised by their answers – which are fun, insightful and challenging. If you’re a parent of teens, this episode is for you. Listen in as Moriah Veach and April Bordeau discuss  what research shows that all kids – no matter the age – need, and hear how teen responses confirm this research. Most importantly, learn what you can do to connect, guide, and challenge your teen as they are quickly approaching adulthood. Recommended Resources:Connecting With Your Teen podcastGuiding Your Teen Through Dating Years podcasHow To Bring Out The Best in Your Kids podcastCare to Change blogParenting From The Inside Out The 5 Love Languages of Teenagers: The Secret to Loving Teens Effectively: Gary ChapmanOther Care to Change recommended resources4 Things All Teens NeedText us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.orgFollow Care to Change on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/Follow Care to Change on Instagram or Twitter @care_to_changeIf you would like someone to come speak to your group about this topic, contact us for more details.If you are struggling schedule an appt today. 

Join us as we continue our REAL Parenting series, with this episode on “When it feels like you’re parenting your parents.” This week Deb Kulchar shares her wisdom through a vulnerable and touching conversation that validates the paradigm shift of caring for those created to care for you. We know you’ll take away practical strategies for journeying through one of life’s most difficult challenges. Recommended Resources:The 36 Hour Day-by Nancy L. Mace and Peter V. RabinsSenior Services CenterText us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.orgFollow Care to Change on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/Follow Care to Change on Instagram or Twitter @care_to_changeIf you would like someone to come speak to your group about this topic, contact us for more details.If you are struggling schedule an appt today.  

Join us as we continue our series we’re calling “Real Parenting” where we are bringing in guests to answer your questions. This week Deb Kulchar and April Bordeau have a conversation about how to how to transition from having kids in your home, to having adult children. What are the boundaries parents need to maintain with adult children and what does being a “parent emeritus” have to do with this? If you’re a parent, you’ll definitely want to listen to this insightful and practical discussion.Recommended Resources and helpful links:Boundaries  Schedule an appointment at Care to Change Text us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133 For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.org Follow Care to Change on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/ Follow Care to Change on Instagram or Twitter @care_to_changeIf you would like someone to come speak to your group about this topic, contact us for more details. If you are struggling and ready to take a step toward freedom, schedule an appt today.  

Join us as we continue our series we’re calling “Real Parenting” where we are bringing in guests to answer your questions. This week financial coach, Jeff Houvener and therapist, April Bordeau have a conversation about how to prepare your kids to launch financially. If you’re a parent, you’ll definitely want to listen to this insightful and practical discussion.Helpful Resources:Kid Friendly Financial ResourcesUseful Forms Helpful LinksText us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133 For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.org Follow Care to Change on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/ Follow Care to Change on Instagram or Twitter @care_to_changeIf you would like someone to come speak to your group about this topic, contact us for more details. If you are struggling and ready to take a step toward freedom, schedule an appt today. 

Join us as we continue our series we’re calling “Real Parenting” where we are bringing in guests to answer your questions. This week therapist Jared Jones and April Bordeau have a conversation about kids and porn. Why is porn dangerous? How do you prevent your kids from falling into the porn trap and what do you do when you discover porn use? If you’re a parent, you’ll definitely want to listen to this insightful and practical discussion.RESOURCESRaising Humans in a Digital WorldThe Tech Wise Family Keeping Technology in it’s Proper PlaceHealthychildren.orgConvenanteyes.comAxis.orgFocus On the FamilyGood Picture Bad Picture BookThe Science of Pornography- YouTube Passport to PurityBarkNetnannyOther relevant PodcastsWhen you Catch Your Kids with PornPorn and Mental HealthHow to Bring Out the Best in Your KidsKids and Porn Helpful LinksText us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133 For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.org Follow Care to Change on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/ Follow Care to Change on Instagram or Twitter @care_to_changeIf you would like someone to come speak to your group about this topic, contact us for more details. If you are struggling and ready to take a step toward freedom, schedule an appt today. 

This is the beginning of a new series we’re calling “Real Parenting” where we are bringing in guests to answer your questions. Where does the root of people pleasing, perfectionism, co-dependency, self criticism, and perhaps even over-reacting come from? Our first guests are therapists, Jessie Larimer and Teresa Haskins. Join us as we discover what it means and practical ways to “reparent” yourself.  Resources:Boundaries for the Soul Altogether You: Experiencing personal and spiritual transformation with Internal Family Systems therapyOther Helpful LinksSchedule an appointment at Care to Change Text us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133 For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.org Follow Care to Change on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/ Follow Care to Change on Instagram or Twitter @care_to_changeIf you would like someone to come speak to your group about this topic, contact us for more details. If you are struggling and ready to take a step toward freedom, schedule an appt today.  

Join us as we continue our series this month entitled “Real People, Real Stories.” Join director, April Bordeau, HR Coordinator, Danielle Huff, and Clinical Director, Brittany Gipson, as they share personal accounts of when stress snuck up on them; they stayed quiet about the help they needed, and what made them decide to make a change.  Resources to include Leadership Podcast with Matthew HoskinsonPreventing Ministry FailureBoundaries Emotionally Healthy LeaderJesus CEO Anxiety and Stress in the WorkplaceWhen Life Doesn’t Feel Fun AnymoreWhat Does Obsessive Working Have to Do with Mental HealthBoundaries at WorkBreaking Free From the Tyranny of the UrgentWant to Do When You Dread Going to WorkWeekly List to check priorities  Other Helpful LinksSchedule an appointment at Care to Change Text us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133 For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.org Follow Care to Change on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/ Follow Care to Change on Instagram or Twitter @care_to_changeIf you would like someone to come speak to your group about this topic, contact us for more details. If you are struggling and ready to take a step toward freedom, schedule an appt today. 

Join us as we continue our series this month entitled “Real People, Real Stories.” This week’s episode is the real story of church leader, Brad Long, who shares about the tragic loss of his 19 year old son to suicide. What a heart wrenching account of tragedy, loss, grief and even hope. Brad is so open about his journey of faith, we know you’ll be inspired and we pray you find hope as you listen.  Resources:Brad can be reached at pastorbrad@cambychurch.org.Healing from Grief Loss and TragedyGrief ShareEndurance.orgShattered DreamsRefueling Hope Facebook GroupQPR Training Care to Change Resources on Grief Suicide Crisis Hotline- Call or Text  988741-741 (Teen Crisis Text Line)Other ResourcesSchedule an appointment at Care to Change Text us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133 For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.org Follow Care to Change on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/ Follow Care to Change on Instagram or Twitter @care_to_changeIf you would like someone to come speak to your group about this topic, contact us for more details. If you are struggling and ready to take a step toward freedom, schedule an appt today. 

Join us as we continue our series this month entitled “Real People, Real Stories.” This week’s episode is the real story of Kristi Easley, Care Team Leader, who she shares her journey from addiction to now eight years in recovery. She is so very real about the incredibly brave steps and life long changes she made to get her where she is today.  We know you’ll be inspired by Kristi’s authentic and courageous life. Resources Anatomy of the SoulSoul of Shame The Body Keeps the Score PAL and AA Recovery Groups PodcastsUnderstanding the Journey of AddictionBreaking Free From Addictive BehaviorsOther ResourcesText us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133 For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.org Follow Care to Change on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/ Follow Care to Change on Instagram or Twitter @care_to_changeIf you would like someone to come speak to your group about this topic, contact us for more details. If you are struggling and ready to take a step toward freedom, schedule an appt today. 

Listening to the inner critic often produces feelings of shame, deficiency, low self-esteem, and depression. It may also cause self-doubt and undermine self-confidence. It is common for people to have a harsh inner critic that is debilitating. So how do we not let the inner critic get the best of us? Join Director of Care to Change, April Bordeau and Counselors, Seth Baker and Tracy Teipen, as they discuss how to tame the inner critic.Resources: Spiritual Practices for the BrainTry Softer and Strong Like WaterBoundariesThe Happiness AdvantageDon’t give the enemy a seat at your table Gifts of Imperfection SoundtracksOther Helpful Podcasts: Becoming a Better Version of MeWhen Life Doesn’t Feel Fun AnymoreBoundaries at WorkBreaking Free From the Tyranny of the UrgentSchedule an appointment at Care to ChangeText us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.orgFollow Care to Change on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/ Follow Care to Change on Instagram or Twitter @care_to_change

Control and anxiety often go hand in hand, and controlling behaviors affect life and relationships. Join Director of Care to Change, April Bordeau and Therapists, Jessie Larimer and Haley Hast, as they discuss how to know when controlling behavior is getting the best of you and how to loosen the grip of control.  Resources:Spiritual Practices for the BrainTry Softer BoundariesAnxious for NothingSoundtracksGet Out of Your Head Other Helpful Podcasts: Becoming a Better Version of MeWhen Life Doesn’t Feel Fun AnymoreWhat Does Obsessive Working Have to Do with Mental HealthBoundaries at WorkBreaking Free From the Tyranny of the UrgentWant to Do When You Dread Going to WorkThriving When you Can't Control ChangeSchedule an appointment at Care to ChangeText us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.orgFollow Care to Change on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/ Follow Care to Change on Instagram or Twitter @care_to_change

Codependency is a concept that refers to a psychological, spiritual, or emotional reliance on another person in a way that can be harmful and often includes enabling behavior. Codependent relationships are often out of balance, and a codependent person may ignore their own needs in favor of their loved ones' needs. Codependent people have trouble establishing healthy relationships and may end up in one-sided or even abusive relationships. Join Director of Care to Change, April Bordeau and Therapist, Teresa Haskins, as they discuss how to recognize and address codependency. Resources: Spiritual Practices for the BrainTry Softer BoundariesThe Happiness AdvantageBoundaries by Cloud & TownsendCodependent No More Other Helpful Podcasts: Becoming a Better Version of MeSchedule an appointment at Care to ChangeText us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.orgFollow Care to Change on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/ Follow Care to Change on Instagram or Twitter @care_to_change

Join us as we begin a new series this month entitled “Real People, Real Stories.” This week’s episode is the real story of Dawn Parker, who, at 11 years old suddenly lost her dad in a shooting. Sadly, that wasn’t the end of the trauma and loss she experienced, either. Dawn and church leader, Consuela Parsons, have an honest conversation about where God was in the middle of this tragedy, what Dawn did as she started experiencing panic attacks, and how she fights for inner peace even today. Where was God? Why did He allow this to happen? What are things the church often says that hurt people more than helps them? Join Director of Care to Change, April Bordeau and our two special guests for this intimate and very authentic, not so fun, conversation. We know you’ll take away practical strategies for dealing some of life’s most difficult challenges.  Recommended Resources:Anxious for Nothing BookSpiritual Practices for the Brain Book Aaron Brockett’s Sermon Therapy Other Helpful Podcasts: How to Manage Panic and AnxietyUnderstanding Fear and Anxiety Overcoming AnxietyThe Journey Church Trauma MessageHealing From TraumaHelpful Links:Schedule an appointment at Care to Change Text us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133 For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.org Follow Care to Change on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/ Follow Care to Change on Instagram or Twitter @care_to_changeIf you would like someone to come speak to your group about this topic, contact us for more details. If you are struggling and ready to take a step toward freedom, schedule an appt today.  

Happiness is an enduring state of mind, a place of joy and contentment and knowing your purpose. Many of us struggle to feel happiness daily. Join Director of Care to Change, April Bordeau, and Therapist Moriah Veach, as they discuss simple reminders about something we all want to experience.  Resources:Spiritual Practices for the BrainBoundariesEmotionally Healthy Spirituality The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry The Happiness AdvantageSpiritual gift test  Personality Test Enneagram  Strengths Finder  Other Helpful Podcasts: Understanding Anxiety and WorryWhy We Feel What we Feel and Do What We DoBreaking Free From the Tyranny of the UrgentAnxiety and GratitudeWhen you Don't Feel Joy but Feel Like You ShouldSchedule an appointment at Care to ChangeText us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.orgFollow Care to Change on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/ Follow Care to Change on Instagram or 

As we finish the series on Mental Health in the work place, we focus on last about 7 steps to create a work life balance. Join Director of Care to Change, April Bordeau, and Therapist, Britt Sperka, as they discuss creating a work life balance. Resources: Spiritual Practices for the BrainTry Softer and Strong Like WaterBoundariesThe Happiness AdvantageOther Helpful Podcasts: Becoming a Better Version of MeWhen Life Doesn’t Feel Fun AnymoreWhat Does Obsessive Working Have to Do with Mental HealthBoundaries at WorkBreaking Free From the Tyranny of the UrgentWant to Do When You Dread Going to WorkSchedule an appointment at Care to ChangeText us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133 For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.org Follow Care to Change on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/ Follow Care to Change on Instagram or Twitter @care_to_change

Join Director of Care to Change, April Bordeau, Care Team Member, Dawn Parker, and Therapist, Jared Jones, for this authentic discussion about what anxiety feels like, how panic sets in, and what you can do about it if this happens to you. They also spend some time shedding light on how perfectionism and anxiety are often interrelated.  Resources:Spiritual Practices for the BrainBoundariesThe Happiness AdvantageEmotionally Healthy Spirituality Try Softer and Strong Like WaterThe Ruthless Elimination of Hurry Therapy Other Helpful Podcasts: Understanding Anxiety and WorryWhy We Feel What we Feel and Do What We DoWhat Does Obsessive Working Have to Do with Mental HealthBreaking Free From the Tyranny of the UrgentAnxiety and GratitudeOvercoming AnxietySchedule an appointment at Care to ChangeText us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.orgFollow Care to Change on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/ 

To be human is to experience stress, and every job has seasons of challenge.  Stress impacts everyone on the team, and is detrimental when long lasting. Join Director of Care to Change, April Bordeau, Clinical Director, Brittany Gipson, and Therapist, Teresa Land, as they discuss stress at work, what to do to reduce it, and when it is time to make a change. Resources:Boundaries by Henry Cloud Preventing Ministry Failure Spiritual Practices for the Brain Stress Fractures by Charles SwindleOther Helpful Podcasts: Becoming a Better Version of MeWhen Life Doesn’t Feel Fun AnymoreWhat Does Obsessive Working Have to Do with Mental HealthBoundaries at WorkBreaking Free From the Tyranny of the UrgentWant to Do When You Dread Going to WorkSchedule an appointment at Care to ChangeText us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133 For more information about Care to Change visit  www.caretochange.org Follow Care to Change on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/ Follow Care to Change on Instagram or Twitter @care_to_change