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Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

Care to Change Counseling

255 episodes

5 days ago

How do we take life’s hardest moments and turn them into something that brings growth, purpose, and even impact for others? In this episode, April is joined by returning guest Katie Goar, CEO, leader, mom of many (including two with special needs), and most recently a TEDx speaker. Katie shares her powerful personal story of experiencing homelessness as a child, and how what could have been a life sentence instead became a defining moment that fueled her lifelong passion for affordable housin...

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How do we take life’s hardest moments and turn them into something that brings growth, purpose, and even impact for others? In this episode, April is joined by returning guest Katie Goar, CEO, leader, mom of many (including two with special needs), and most recently a TEDx speaker. Katie shares her powerful personal story of experiencing homelessness as a child, and how what could have been a life sentence instead became a defining moment that fueled her lifelong passion for affordable housin...

Show more...

Religion & Spirituality,

Self-Improvement,

Health & Fitness

Episodes (20/255)

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

Embracing Change From Hardship to Hope: Turning Life’s Challenges into Opportunities

How do we take life’s hardest moments and turn them into something that brings growth, purpose, and even impact for others? In this episode, April is joined by returning guest Katie Goar, CEO, leader, mom of many (including two with special needs), and most recently a TEDx speaker. Katie shares her powerful personal story of experiencing homelessness as a child, and how what could have been a life sentence instead became a defining moment that fueled her lifelong passion for affordable housin...

5 days ago

40 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

Building Resilience in Marriage: 10 Tips for Lasting Connection

In this heartfelt and practical conversation, Larry and April continue Care to Change’s “Bouncing Back” series by exploring what it means to build resilience in marriage. Whether you’re in a difficult season, recovering from one, or simply wanting to strengthen your relationship, this episode offers ten powerful, grace-filled practices to help couples reconnect and thrive. April draws from 30 years of experience working with families, biblical principles, and real-life stories from her own ma...

1 week ago

40 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

Embracing Change - Finding Growth in Every Season of Life

Life comes with seasons—times of joy, growth, loss, and transition. In this episode, April is joined by therapist and Community Care Lead Jean Crane to explore the metaphor of life’s seasons and how each one offers unique challenges and opportunities for growth. Drawing from personal stories, biblical wisdom, and years of counseling experience, Jean shares how to recognize the season you’re in, honor it fully, and stay anchored in God’s faithfulness no matter what. What You’ll Learn in This E...

2 weeks ago

33 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

Embracing Change: Building Resilience Through Life’s Transitions

Change is inevitable—but how we respond makes all the difference. In this episode, April is joined by returning guest Kristi Easley, therapist and Director of Operations at Care to Change, to kick off our new October series: Embracing Change. Together, they unpack what it means to navigate life transitions with resilience, whether those changes are chosen or unexpected. From graduations and new beginnings to losses and unplanned detours, Kristi shares wisdom and practical strategies for meeti...

3 weeks ago

23 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

Staying Present: Tools for Crisis Support & Long-Term Hope

In the closing episode of our Suicide Prevention Awareness Month series, April welcomes therapist Jared Jones back to the podcast for a compassionate and practical conversation about what to do when suicidal thoughts arise — either in your life or someone else’s. Jared offers evidence-based tools, calming strategies, and long-term practices to reduce risk and foster resilience. He explains what emotional crisis looks like from a neurological perspective, how to recognize when someone is in da...

1 month ago

25 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

Hope is a Verb: Taking Action for Suicide Prevention

In this deeply personal and powerful episode, April Bordeau sits down with Alice Jordan, statewide coordinator for suicide prevention efforts at Purdue Fort Wayne and longtime mental health advocate. With transparency, vulnerability, and an unwavering commitment to hope, Alice shares her personal mental health journey — including surviving a suicide attempt and the realities of intergenerational pain and cultural silence — and how those experiences now fuel her advocacy across Indiana and bey...

1 month ago

38 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

Breaking the Silence: Stigma, Shame & Suicide Prevention

In this moving and eye-opening episode, April Bordeau welcomes Jason Craig, Director of the Indiana Suicide Prevention Network, to talk about the stigma surrounding suicide and mental health — and what we can do to break the silence. Jason shares candidly from his personal journey with suicidal thoughts and a past attempt, offering insight into how shame, silence, and judgment prevent people from reaching out for help. He and April explore the cultural and emotional barriers that keep mental ...

1 month ago

31 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

The Power of Connection: Suicide Prevention and the Role We All Play

September is Suicide Prevention Month, and in this episode of the Care to Change Podcast, host Larry Vinson and director April Bordeau begin a crucial new series on the power of connection in preventing suicide. Together, they unpack: Why hopelessness, feeling like a burden, and feeling alone are the three factors that often lead to suicidal thoughts.How connection serves as a safety net—reminding people they are seen, valued, and not alone.Practical steps anyone can take to prevent suicide, ...

1 month ago

38 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

Finding Hope in the Dark

In this powerful and compassionate episode, therapist Kyle Hopkins returns to the Care to Change podcast to open the conversation around suicide prevention, resilience, and healing. With September being National Suicide Prevention Month, this timely discussion sheds light on the experiences of individuals facing suicidal thoughts and how hope and connection can be powerful forces for change. April and Kyle explore the two common pathways that can lead someone to suicidal ideation — sudden, li...

2 months ago

29 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

The Balancing Act: Managing Work, Family & Back-to-School Chaos

🎧 Episode Summary: The back-to-school season brings a wave of new responsibilities, expectations, and emotional demands—often leaving parents and caregivers feeling overwhelmed and pulled in 10 directions at once. In this episode, therapist Teresa Haskins joins host Jared Jones to unpack the real-life challenges of juggling family, work, and the back-to-school transition. From letting go of perfectionism to creating rhythms of rest and connection, Teresa shares grace-filled, practical wisdom ...

2 months ago

33 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

Back To School: Creating Family Routines That Actually Work

Routines bring structure, reduce stress, and increase connection—but how do we actually build routines that last, especially in the chaos of back-to-school season? In this episode, therapist and first-time guest Mac Zambrano joins host Jared Jones to discuss how to create predictable, flexible, and peace-bringing routines for your family. With years of experience working with kids through ministry and now as a counselor, Mac offers heartfelt, realistic, and grace-filled strategies to help par...

2 months ago

30 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

Back to School: Helping Kids Feel Seen, Safe & Supported in School Transitions

The back-to-school season can trigger anxiety, frustration, and emotional dysregulation in kids—especially those already facing mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, ADHD, or trauma. In this episode, therapist and mom of four Jean Crane joins host Jared Jones to unpack what’s really going on beneath the surface for our kids and what parents can do to support them. From understanding common struggles to offering calming strategies and connection tools, this episode is packed ...

2 months ago

37 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

Back to School: Emotional & Practical Tools for a Smoother Transition

In this episode, Jared Jones hosts therapist Kate Tucker to share insights and actionable strategies for helping kids and families navigate the back-to-school transition. Whether you're a parent of a kindergartener or a college student, this episode is packed with real-life examples, therapeutic advice, and practical tools for fostering emotional readiness and creating supportive routines. 👥 Featured Guest: Kate Tucker, LMHC – Therapist at Care to Change Hosted by: Jared Jones, Podcast Host ...

3 months ago

31 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

Finding Freedom from Performance: Letting Go of Striving

In this powerful conclusion to the Freedom Series, Larry and April dive deep into what it means to live free from the burdens of performance, perfectionism, and people-pleasing. This episode invites listeners to examine the internal and cultural narratives that drive us to overwork, overachieve, and overextend — and gently challenges us to let go. April shares insights about the exhaustion caused by striving for value and belonging through doing rather than being. From cultural norms to spiri...

3 months ago

29 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

Finding Your Voice: The Freedom to Speak Your Truth

Care to Change continues its conversation on freedom by exploring one of the most empowering forms of liberation: using your voice. In this episode, April welcomes back therapist and clinical director Brittany Gipson to unpack the courage, clarity, and healing that come from speaking your truth. They dive into what it means to “find your voice,” why we lose it, and how reclaiming it is central to living an authentic, purpose-filled life. Whether you're just beginning a journey of self-discove...

3 months ago

28 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

Freedom Through Boundaries: Reclaiming Your Voice & Breaking Codependency

In this powerful episode, April Bordeau continues the July series on "Freedom" by exploring how setting boundaries can bring true emotional and spiritual liberation. Guest therapist Jean Crane unpacks the roots of codependency, the signals that healthy boundaries are missing, and how embracing your God-given identity is foundational to reclaiming your voice. Together, they discuss: The emotional toll of people-pleasing and over-functioningHow childhood experiences can shape codependent patter...

3 months ago

37 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

The Courage to Feel: How Vulnerability Unlocks Authentic Freedom

In this soul-stirring and heart-centered episode, April Bordeau sits down with therapist and clinical supervisor Teresa Land to explore the deep connection between vulnerability, authenticity, and emotional freedom. Together, they unpack what it truly means to be known, loved, and emotionally present in relationships—and how embracing vulnerability can lead us to the kind of freedom we were created for. 💬 Key Topics Covered The difference between authenticity and vulnerabilityHow hiding parts...

3 months ago

41 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

Freedom vs. Behavior Modification: What’s the Difference?

In this powerful kickoff to the July “Freedom” series, April Bordeau welcomes back therapist Jared Jones to discuss a foundational question: Are we truly free—or just managing our behavior? They dive deep into the contrast between behavior modification and authentic freedom, exploring why simply managing outward actions often fails to produce lasting change. Instead, they advocate for a process that heals the root causes behind behaviors. Whether you're wrestling with unhealthy patterns, help...

4 months ago

34 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

Fatherhood & Mental Health: Navigating the War Within

In the final episode of our June series on Men’s Mental Health, April Bordeau welcomes back a familiar voice: Larry Vinson—pastor, veteran, father of six, and podcast contributor. This deeply personal conversation explores the intersection of fatherhood and mental health, shedding light on the rarely spoken struggles dads face behind closed doors. Larry opens up about his journey through PTSD, burnout, and the intense process of healing that included a seven-week mental health residency. From...

4 months ago

47 minutes

Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive Change

Supporting a Struggling Husband with Guest Heather Vinson

In this moving and deeply personal episode, April Bordeau speaks with Heather Vinson, wife of frequent podcast guest, pastor and community leader, Larry Vinson, about the complexities of supporting a husband struggling with mental health issues, including PTSD. Heather shares candidly about their journey through breakdowns, healing, and the power of boundaries, community, and faith. Her vulnerability sheds light on the often-hidden struggles of ministry families, and provides real, actionable...

4 months ago

50 minutes