Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of ExEm , Our guest Vaughn Fink takes us deeper into his journey through trauma and adversity, revealing a family secret that you won’t believe. After years of enduring pain and hardship, Vaughn discovered a truth about his family that shook him to his core—something hidden away for decades, only coming to light after the passing of his father. Join Vaughn as he shares the shocking details of this revelation, the impact it had on his faith, and how he fo...
Aug 22, 2024•51 min•Season 5Ep. 96
Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode, we dive into the remarkable story of Dr. Jason Kolb, an avid skier whose life took an unexpected turn after a devastating skiing accident. Jason shares his emotional and physical journey, detailing the challenges he faced and how he navigated through the darkest times. Through candid conversation, we explore how Jason found solace and strength in his faith, which has not only helped him cope with his new reality but also fueled his determination to liv...
Jul 16, 2024•58 min•Season 5Ep. 95
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we explore Anna Hurst’s incredible journey of surrender and faith, highlighting her transition from traditional religious practices to a profound spiritual awakening at a non-denominational church. Anna opens up about her adult baptism, the divine guidance that steers her family life, and the unshakable faith that has shaped her path. Have you ever felt a calling that seemed impossible? Anna did this when she was led to write a 200-page book, "Open-Handed Living: A Li...
Jul 02, 2024•50 min•Season 5Ep. 94
Send us Fan Mail Gary Underwood, Emerge’s Director of Development & Ministry Partnerships, shares a glimpse into his life and experiences as a pastor. He and Matt Knabe engage in a discussion about church hurt and wounds, exploring the nuances of the term and the distinction between church discipline and church hurt. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focused experience. The assessment and therapy process utilizes...
Jun 21, 2024•56 min•Season 5Ep. 93
Send us Fan Mail In an interview led by Gary Underwood (Director of Development & Ministry Partnerships at Emerge), we hear a deeply personal and touching story from the host of ExEm, Matt Knabe (Director of Operations at Emerge). From Matt’s experiences as a recording artist and touring musician to his current role as a psychotherapist, he will share how each season of his life has shaped his journey. Additionally, he will bravely open up about the health scare he has been battling over the...
Jun 07, 2024•53 min•Season 5Ep. 92
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Dave Blankenship, Clinical Director at Emerge Counseling Ministries, discusses how experiential truth can help individuals achieve lasting change and growth. Dr. Blankenship has extensive experience working with individuals who have undergone significant transformation through this powerful approach to counseling, and shares specific techniques and strategies that it uses. Whether you are someone who is seeking personal transformation or simply interested in learning more ab...
Apr 22, 2024•40 min•Season 5Ep. 91
Send us Fan Mail Get ready to be inspired by today’s episode, where you’ll hear the remarkable story of Dae’vontay Latimer. Despite facing numerous hardships and setbacks, he has overcome them with the help of God’s divine intervention. Through his experiences, he has learned to appreciate the value of faith and resilience, and we can all gain valuable insights from his journey. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focu...
Mar 21, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Season 5Ep. 90
Send us Fan Mail We dive into a comprehensive analysis of anxiety and depression with Emerge therapist Patrick Milloy, MS, LPCC-S. With expert insights, our conversation provides a clear understanding of what these terms really mean and the intricate nuances that differentiate between the clinical implications of these conditions and their normal life experiences. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focused experience....
Mar 08, 2024•47 min•Season 5Ep. 89
Send us Fan Mail Kate Dunn, who has been an RN for over 40 years, shares her expertise in mindfulness with everyone who is ready. Kate guides us into a state of meditation and relaxation, and even provides us with an exercise near the end of our conversation. balancebykatellc.my.canva.site/home balancebykatellc@gmail.com 330.835.7676 A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focused experience. The assessment and therapy pro...
Feb 26, 2024•35 min•Season 5Ep. 88
Send us Fan Mail Our host invites a long-time friend to talk about his journey through the many difficult ups and downs of life. Chris describes his time touring in the country music industry and then the path that led him to find God. Chris now uses his gift of singing on his worship team at his home church and is experiencing a refreshed new perspective on life. Song “Paralyzed” on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/paralyzed-single/1695337676 A 4-day, in-person program designed for...
Feb 16, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 5Ep. 87
Send us Fan Mail We talk with therapist and author Jen Hoffman about her book, “Out of the Garden: Breaking Free From Sin and Shame.” Jen’s book explores finding rest and purpose in our journey inviting the reader to take a closer look at what shapes personal identity, values, and beliefs. Instagram: @jenhoffmanlpc www.jenhoffmanlpc.com A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focused experience. The assessment and therapy ...
Jan 20, 2024•49 min•Season 5Ep. 86
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Juli Slattery shares her profound insights on the delicate topics of intimacy and sexuality, and how we can align our perspectives with God's vision amidst the world's influence. https://www.authenticintimacy.com https://sexualdiscipleship.com A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focused experience. The assessment and therapy process utilizes robust psychological testing and intensive outpatient cou...
Dec 21, 2023•50 min•Season 4Ep. 85
Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, our guest Christine Boyle shares her story about teen pregnancy, a Jesus encounter, and then a miracle that has changed many people's lives by God's grace. ChristineBoyle.com Christine's new podcast: Invited In with Christine Boyle - Where Disability & Faith Meet (on all platforms) Social Media @ChristineBoyle Our non-profit foundation (on FB): Team Boyle Foundation Young Life Capernaum: capernaum.younglife.org and our area on FB is Young Life Capernaum C...
Dec 09, 2023•59 min•Season 4Ep. 84
Send us Fan Mail With Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Patrick Milloy, we dive into the complex topic of grief and how to understand it better. The holiday season can be challenging for many people, and grief is often a significant factor. Today, we explore various aspects of grief and hope to provide insight into what people might be unaware of or even trying to avoid. This episode is dedicated to Matthew's aunt, who passed away. In loving memory • Brenda Popa • 1949–2023 A 4-day, in-p...
Nov 17, 2023•43 min•Season 4Ep. 83
Send us Fan Mail Recently, Matthew Knabe, MA, LPC, was invited to be a guest on the podcast produced by his church, “Redemption Unscripted”. In this episode, Matt talks with Pastor Rick McKee and his wife Shannon, who is a Certified Life Coach, and talk about the buzzword, “narcissism”. They discuss its proper usage and how it might be misused by culture. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focused experience. The asse...
Nov 09, 2023•59 min•Season 4Ep. 82
Send us Fan Mail Natasha Biddings, a clinician at Emerge Counseling Ministries, discusses her journey to becoming a therapist and a few techniques she incorporates with scripture. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focused experience. The assessment and therapy process utilizes robust psychological testing and intensive outpatient counseling to provide mental health support for challenges, including burnout, grief, mo...
Oct 20, 2023•36 min•Season 4Ep. 81
Send us Fan Mail This Mental Health Minute discusses self-care, which might sound boring but is imperative for our wellness and peace. Take some inventory of how you are caring for your mind, body, and soul and maybe make one change to help you thrive in your life. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focused experience. The assessment and therapy process utilizes robust psychological testing and intensive outpatient co...
Sep 01, 2023•7 min•Season 4Ep. 80
Send us Fan Mail We are honored to hear Ginger Taddeo’s story of survival enduring violence, trauma, and all forms of abuse. Please be advised that this episode contains graphic content that may be triggering for some listeners and/or children. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focused experience. The assessment and therapy process utilizes robust psychological testing and intensive outpatient counseling to provide m...
Aug 18, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 4Ep. 79
Send us Fan Mail Today, we had the pleasure of spending time with Dan LeMoine, the CEO and co-founder of Revitalize Weight Loss & Wellness. He shared valuable insights about how physical health and nutrition impact our overall well-being. Dan is a Board Certified Nutrition Consultant and the co-author of the best-selling book, "Fear No Food." Learn more at RevitalizeWeightLoss.com. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized a...
Aug 04, 2023•37 min•Season 4Ep. 78
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk with Nick Costello, an accomplished musician and author who has published multiple books and travels the country to speak on various topics. Today, our focus is on suicide awareness and prevention, a crucial issue that Nick is passionate about. https://nickcostello.org/ Hotlines Need Help Now? Call 911 or 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) or 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) or Text Telephone: 1-800-799-4TTY (1-800-799-4889) Military Veterans Suicide Hotline:...
Jul 27, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 4Ep. 77
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we have a conversation with the author of the book The Shelf, Dave DeRemer. Dave shares his life experiences around trauma and abandonment in childhood to relationship struggles in adulthood, which then led him down a path to find his faith in God. The Shelf: Faith, PTSD and Overcoming Me https://www.amazon.com/Shelf-Faith-PTSD-Overcoming-Me-ebook/dp/B094YTMGJ6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=H4UZL22O2BN2&keywords=the+shelf+david+deremer&qid=1688750974&sprefix=the+s...
Jul 07, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 4Ep. 76
Send us Fan Mail As a new series of quick tips, Matthew Knabe, the host of The ExEm Podcast, will occasionally put out a Mental Health Minute on a specific topic. This episode highlights the therapeutic benefits of journaling. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focused experience. The assessment and therapy process utilizes robust psychological testing and intensive outpatient counseling to provide mental health suppo...
Jun 30, 2023•7 min•Season 4Ep. 75
Send us Fan Mail This episode discusses Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder with Emerge Counseling Ministries’ Clinical Director, Dr. Dave Blankenship. He gives us insight into what PTSD really is, what defines it, and how we can overcome the trauma in our lives. The abstract from Dr. Dave's article on PTSD treatment: https://meridian.allenpress.com/jmhc/article-abstract/39/4/275/164298/Five-Efficacious-Treatments-for-Posttraumatic?redirectedFrom=fulltext https://www.buzzsprout.com/882700/support A 4...
Jun 16, 2023•55 min•Season 4Ep. 74
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with Karolyn Drone-Smith — author, wellness coach, speaker, and founder of Self Elevate, a platform that empowers women. Karolyn has helped countless women on their journey to self-empowerment. In her book, “Self Elevate: A Woman’s Journey to Empowerment,” she shares her story of overcoming obesity, grief, and loss. As a seasoned bodybuilder and health enthusiast, she offers helpful principles to encourage those who have experienced life's challenges and ...
Jun 02, 2023•37 min•Season 4Ep. 73
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Don Lichi returns to the podcast to discuss spiritual abuse and what that really means. Over the past few years, many high-profile leaders and pastors have been brought to light after wounding people in congregations and in communities. This episode talks about what it looks like, what it means, and what to do if you have been hurt spiritually. Resources: “The True Believer” by Eric Hoffer (Mass Movements) “The Allure of Toxic Leaders” by Jean Lipman-Blumen “Bully Pulpit” by...
May 19, 2023•46 min•Season 4Ep. 72
Send us Fan Mail We talk with Dr. Robert Crosby, President of Emerge, about his book, The One Jesus Loves . Using Dr. Crosby’s framework of six circles of relationship around Jesus during his time on earth, we discuss how we can spiritually and practically grow in our pursuit of Christ. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focused experience. The assessment and therapy process utilizes robust psychological testing and i...
Apr 28, 2023•42 min•Season 4Ep. 71
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we have a chance to reconnect with a dear friend who has recently moved into a new role in ministry doing missionary work. Chris is a part of Heart for Africa and doing some amazing things to equip kids with a chance to meet their potential and gain access to education. https://www.instagram.com/_heart_of_africa/ https://www.facebook.com/heartofafrica.org https://www.heartofafrica.org/ministries/smartbox/ chris@heartofafrica.org A 4-day, in-person program design...
Apr 14, 2023•44 min•Season 4Ep. 70
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we have a conversation with Emerge therapist and local pastor, Matt Coy. Matt is a tremendous clinician serving as a telehealth therapist for those in Ohio. If you are needing to connect with a counselor and think telehealth is for you, go to Emerge.org and start your application today. A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focused experience. The assessment and therapy process utilizes r...
Mar 24, 2023•45 min•Season 4Ep. 69
Send us Fan Mail Join us for this episode to listen to Matthew Knabe’s former client, Chris Kasper, share her experience of a therapy called Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and how it positioned her to experience the Holy Spirit in a magnificent way. Instacart https://instacart.oloiyb.net/gbmGL2 A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized and focused experience. The assessment and therapy process utilizes robust p...
Mar 10, 2023•37 min•Season 4Ep. 68
Send us Fan Mail We talk with pastors Dave Krist and Luke Krist about their ministry, projects, and specifically how the song “Choose to Live” came to be. They wrote this song to inspire and encourage those contemplating suicide or having suicidal thoughts…to choose to live. Check out the song and others they have released on all platforms. Instacart: https://instacart.oloiyb.net/gbmGL2 A 4-day, in-person program designed for ministry leaders, individuals, and couples seeking a more specialized ...
Feb 24, 2023•53 min•Season 4Ep. 67
