Our families are incredibly instrumental in our formation. Simultaneously, a lot of family dynamics can be very complex. Join Deb, Mary, and special guest, Brian Dahlen as they discuss a 5 year journey towards familial reconciliation and forgiveness. Episodes of the Grandfather Effect Podcast premiere every Thursday from May 19 to June 16. Listen on the Moody Radio app, or wherever you listen your podcasts.   

Any mom will tell you that there are unique triumphs and joys that come along with motherhood. Are there also certain struggles that come with the triumphs? Some struggles that unite moms and their mental health? Join us for today’s episode to hear more, and Happy Mother's Day to all of the moms out there!

The word “diagnosis” holds a lot of weight for many people. But how does one receive a diagnosis? Why are diagnoses controversial? Join Deb and Mary for a discussion that answers these questions. For additional resources and information about the podcast, check out http://www.becomingwellpodcast.org/ . If you are a regular listener, don't forget to follow, subscribe, and/or write us a review on your platform of choice!

The presence of women in leadership is a hot topic in political, religious, and social spheres all over the global West. But what about the mental health of those women? Join Deb and Mary for this brand new episode of Becoming Well where we dive deep into some of the mental health implications of being a woman in leadership. 

You love them, we love them, but WHO ARE THEY? In this episode of the Becoming Well podcast, we flip the script and allow Deb and Mary to provide wisdom from their own personal experiences. This episode is fun, vulnerable, and provides a closer look into our two hosts and their own lives!

Spiritual Warfare or Mental Illness? Or both? These are two complex, controversial topics in both Christian and secular spheres. There are so many questions surrounding these themes: How should  Christians view the reality of Spiritual Warfare in tandem with mental illness? Could “flaming darts of the evil one” also be called “intrusive thoughts?" What is the posture for a believer in putting on the whole armor of God in connection to their mental health? Can a spiritual attack look or feel like or BE an issue with mental health? How does prayer play a role in this?    There is so much to decipher! Join us this week as Deb and Mary dive into Ephesians 6 in discerning how Spiritual Warfare and Mental Illness play a role in the life of the body of Christ. 

Today we are joined by Dr. Valencia Wiggins to talk about love in many forms -- the love in marriage, love in singleness, and how the love of God does not discriminate toward one or the other. We address topics like loneliness, freedom, and how relationships of all kinds can highlight the love of God and His kingdom. This episode is designed for everyone - no matter what your relationship status! 

In this episode of Becoming Well, we have two very special guests: Dr. Dwight Perry and Dr. Elizabeth Pierre. We discuss their book, “Even the Best of Us: Clergy Sexual Failure—The Church’s Hidden Sin” as well as dive deeper into the implications of sexual abuse on accountability and leadership within the body of Christ. Dr. Perry and Dr. Pierre discuss their writing process as well as the convictions that led to creating this book. *Note: this episode discusses topics that may be sensitive to some listeners including sexual abuse in the church, molestation, and pornography use. Please listen at your own discretion.

Does the call to comfort one another make you feel uncomfortable? Unsteady? Does it fill you with questions about what to say? What not to say? How to BEST comfort the shaken? Join Dr. Mary Hendrickson and Dr. Deb Gorton as we dive into a discussion about TRUE comfort in relation to the Old Testament book of Job and its many players. 

Are YOU planning on making resolutions for 2022? Maybe getting in shape? Eating healthy? We often make resolutions for our physical health, but what about our mental health? Is making resolutions even healthy? Helpful? Sustainable? Join Dr. Mary Hendrickson and Dr. Deb Gorton for the first episode of SEASON THREE of Becoming Well where we discuss the psychological and emotional implications of resolutions for 2022 and beyond!

I need this done yesterday. You're expected to attend all family dinners and events. NOW NOW NOW! How many of us have been caught up in the culture of now that we're living in? Where there's little room for error and even less room for self healing? How do we even set aside and promote good healing habits in our lives and how do we support those looking for healing in their lives? Join Deb and Mary today in our final episode of season 2 as we delve into what it means to create space for healing in our lives.

Abuse isn't just physical. It is well known that emotional and mental abuse is prevalent everywhere, from the workplace to our own homes. Yet, it can be so much more difficult to find healing and a path towards moving forward when those hurting us are our own family members. What do you say when your mother gaslights you? How do you heal after having an emotionally distant and uncaring father? On today's episode of Becoming Well, Deb and Mary will dive into that topic with a VERY special guest! The OG Dr. Gorton!!! Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook at Becoming Well Podcast and check out our website at becomingwellpodcast.org.

Let's talk about therapy. Who needs a therapist? What even IS therapy and why is it so beneficial for everyone? Therapy has been given so many purposes over the years, and today Deb and Mary are breaking down what therapy truly is, why it's so vitally important, and why YOU need therapy. Find us online at becomingwellpodcast.org or on Instagram and Facebook at Becoming Well Podcast

We're slowly climbing out of a year surrounded by worldwide chaos. A pandemic, riots, elections. After minimal human contact for so long, it can feel overwhelming to walk into a coffee shop and order a drink or even to have more than a zoom call with our families. Where is a balance to be found as we begin to return to a state of pre-pandemic normality? How can we take what we've learned in the past 14 months to establish a peaceful mentality? Join Mary and Deb on this episode of Becoming Well as we explore just that and learn what you can do to practice good habits in the building of peace in your minds and in your lives. For more information, head over to our website: becomingwellpodcast.org and don't forget to follow us on Facebook and Instagram at Becoming Well Podcast!

Would you say you feel comfortable saying no to your family members when they ask for something? Why is it that we have the hardest time holding boundaries with the ones who are closest to us? Today, Deb and Mary dive into the not only how to hold boundaries with family members as well as why it's so crucial and beneficial to both parties to do so. Find us on our website becomingwellpodcast.org and on Instagram and Facebook at Becoming Well Podcast!

After a long day of work, some peace at home sounds lovely. But then your sibling calls, your pet needs taking care of, some other driver almost hits you on the road. All of a sudden, your peace is shattered. But is that truly peace? Today, join us as we explore what true peace means in a day to day atmosphere and how you can find true peace in your life.  Follow Dr. Deb and Dr. Mary on our Facebook and Instagram pages! Just search for Becoming Well Podcast.

Have you listened today? Truly? Were you listening to hear? Or only listening to respond? Today, Deb and Mary are going to dive into how to relearn the lost art of listening and will help us understand how listening, similar to ogres, is like an onion: it has many many layers. Find us at becomingwellpodcast.org

I don't like you, you're cancelled! Cancel culture has invaded every aspect of our culture today reaching inot our homes and our minds. The fear of being cancelled can influence what we think and do as well sa how we treat others. But is cancel cutlure as beneficial as some believe or could it be that cancelling someone can have more detrimental effects then we can imagine. Join us this episode for a needed discussion on the cancel culture and learn what councilling Mary and Deb have to offer on these issues.

A shooting in Atlanta. A kidnapping in London. Nothing seems so be effective in preventing this type of hate from reoccuring. What is at the heart of a healthy response. Today we're focusing on the importance of a cultural message on our mental health and want to help you learn what actually is a message and why it's important to know what messages you impart.

Here we are. The election is over. For some people it was the hoped for outcome and for others, it wasn't. For some minds, the stress is over and for others the stress is just beginning.  But how exactly do we prioritize our mental health when we evaluate our lives following a big election? What should our focus be in order that we can stay sane in the chaos that surrounds political happenings? Join Deb and Mary today as we discuss Mary's 5 Self Care Tips as we focus on staying sane while amidst a political whirlwind.

"You need therapy." "You need help." Phrases like those get thrown around, yet, as life happens, therapy can be put on a back burner. So when do you start therapy? Is it only for younger minds? Can therapy be effective for adults as well? Join Deb and Mary today as they take an honest and personal look into the effectiveness and purpose of therapy, no matter what stage of life you're in. 

Looting is never condoned. Yet, the movement that is used to justify the actions of those looting still carries a genuine cry for help. How can Christians, especially white Christians, stand up and respond to the cries echoing throughout America and the world today. Join us today as we dig deep into just that on Becoming Well.

It's odd to meet someone who does not have a Facebook account or some other type of social media. Yet, with the increased accessibility to the internet and social media in particular, the pressures of media platforms seems to only be increasing. What is the actual effect of social media on our brains? How should we approach this new form of digital media? Let's talk about that today.

STAY AT HOME! Don't go outside! These are the messages we are hearing everyday during the midst of the global pandemic, but what effect does this have on our minds and our mental health? What is the lasting effect this isolation will have on our bodies and minds? Let's dive into that today.

We've seen mental health become a widely discussed topic over the last few years, however it's difficult to understand how faith, culture and mental health intersect. Join us today to learn more about how these three topics go hand in hand.

There is a lot happening right now. Pandemics, heightened awareness of police brutality, and race riots to name a few. To truly address these issues, we are joined by Craig and Ernest, hosts of the Just Gospel Podcast to discuss and learn how Biblical justice and mental health go hand in hand in addressing the violence and racism that exists in our world every day.

What was therapy like for you? How did your faith play out in therapy? Did you therapist include faith in counseling? Was your therapist a Christian? 

Why does Jesus care about mental health? How do we create space for both faith and mental health to coexist? Your mental short comings aren’t a result of your faith short comings.

What were your first encounters with mental health? What were your first experiences with mental health issues in the church? Did your pastor or your small group talk about it? How did they handle it? Today we'll look deeper into how the church needs to view and approach this topic.

Who we are: Mental health professionals, fueled by faith, who believe in the transformative impact of the Gospel on mental health and wellness of an individual as well as on their spiritual health and well-being.

Becoming Well is a podcast made to encourage anyone who wants positive change— in your relationship with God, your relationships with others, in your emotions. Join me, your host, Dr. Deb Gorton and my co-host, Dr. Mary Hendrickson, for honest conversations, interviews, and personal stories from people just like you, as we discuss how the Truth of God’s Word intersects with your mental health, well-being, and pursuit of purpose on Becoming Well.