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Counseling Episodes

Jan. 21, 2021

Three Critical Phases for Fulfillment

Everyone is looking for fulfillment. Our life is a search for happiness, satisfaction, and fulfillment. Sadly, most people spend their entire lives striving for the unobtainable. There are three critical phases in your life …
Jan. 7, 2021

Depression, Silent Despair Pt 2

Depression is much more than sadness. It can be deadly. Depression is probably the most misunderstood disease in our country. The good news is, there is hope, and it is curable. Dr. Self interviews two professional friends w…
Dec. 31, 2020

Depression, Silent Despair

Most people who are depressed keep it to themselves. They do not believe that anyone will understand or “get them.” They live in a hopeless downward spiral of self-condemnation and negative thoughts. Dr. Self interviews a se…
Oct. 22, 2020

Dysfunctional Family Hidden Messages

In this episode of Self Talk, Dr. Ray Self discusses life messages implanted in the subconscious from an unhealthy family. Unfortunately, these messages will carry over throughout a person's lifetime. Awareness of internal b…
Oct. 15, 2020

Dysfunctional Family Values Pt 3

In this episode, Dr. Ray Self discusses the severe problem of false identities that stems from the underlying message of the dysfunctional family. Many dysfunctional families assign identities to their children. These false …
Oct. 8, 2020

Dysfunctional Family Values Pt 2

In this episode, Dr. Ray Self continues his discussion of the long-term effects of the Dysfunctional Family. Even though we are legally free in Jesus Christ, the lingering effects of the dysfunctional family can still have a…
Oct. 1, 2020

Dysfunctional Family Values

Many families are dysfunctional in some way. Unfortunately, some families are dysfunctional to the point that they cause damage that can last for generations. In this episode, Dr. Ray Self discusses the Dysfunctional Family …
Sept. 24, 2020

Understanding the Burden of the Pastor

A few weeks ago, Dr. Self talked spoke with Pastor Bob Levins about pastor burnout. They discussed the details that most people wouldn’t have known regarding things pastors go through within the church. In this episode, Dr. …
Guest: Bob Levins
Sept. 17, 2020

Anxiety and Depression

Dr. Ray Self continues his interview with Nelson Alsup, who has 47 years of Christian Counseling experience. This episode continues the discussion on anxiety and how it can lead to depression. Dr. Self and Nelson Alsup discu…
Guest: Nelson Alsup
Sept. 10, 2020

Fear and Anxiety

In this episode, Dr. Ray Self interviews Nelson Alsup, who has 47 years of Christian Counseling experience. They discuss the five current causes of fear and anxiety most people are dealing with today. This episode is critica…
Guest: Nelson Alsup
Aug. 27, 2020

Pastor Burnout

In America, Pastors are resigning at an alarming rate of over 1500 every month. What is going on? What needs to happen to change this alarming statistic? In this episode, Dr. Ray Self interviews Pastor Bob Levins who has ove…
Guest: Bob Levins
Aug. 20, 2020

Boundaries and Trespassers

In this episode, Dr. Ray Self explores boundaries and those who trespass them. Dr. Ray will define what a trespasser is, and how these people violate your boundaries. Then, he will discuss how to deal with controlling people…
Aug. 13, 2020

Boundaries are Important

The principle of personal boundaries is knowing where you end and where another person begins. This sounds like a straightforward principle, but it is incredible how complex it can be and what the ramifications are when boun…
Aug. 6, 2020

Relationships and Boundaries

Dealing with relationships may be the most important thing we do in our lives. In this episode, Dr. Ray Self begins a new series on relationships and boundaries. Dr. Self will focus on healthy relationships versus unhealthy …
July 23, 2020

Three Connections Description

We were born to be connected. There are three connections that are vital for your well-being. Failure to connect in any one of these three areas can have severe consequences for your emotional health. In this episode, Dr. Se…