From both a scientific and biblical perspective, we know that long periods of loneliness and isolation are not great for us. And yet, loneliness is also a common part of the human experience - increasingly so in a world that’s become so heavily dependent on technology for connection and communication. In light of this, how can we begin to understand and cope with feelings of loneliness? First, we must recognize that loneliness and being alone are not necessarily one and the same. Being alone...

When thinking about counseling, the image that often comes to mind is a one-on-one setting, counselor and client. Therapy is thought of as a private endeavor which affords space to dive into the inner world of thoughts and feelings. While this exclusive attention and focus on the individual self can be helpful, most of life happens with others. Whether family and friends, spouse or coworkers, our concept of who we are doesn’t exist in a therapeutic vacuum, but rather is negotiated in groups....

Hey there Reader, As we approach the end of the year, we’re reflecting on the tremendous impact we’ve made together at Harbor Christian Counseling. This year, our team has served 842 clients—individuals, children, couples, and families—and provided nearly 10,000 counseling sessions. Each of those represents a moment of hope, healing, and growth in someone’s life. Today, we’re launching our year-end giving campaign, Invest in Healing, and we invite you to join us in making mental health care...