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Life Christian Counseling Network | February 2013 Newsletter
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Hello from a very busy Life Christian Counseling Network!
Greetings!
It may only be the end of February, but planning for Spring is in full swing at Life Christian Counseling! We have several very exciting classes, groups and events coming up, as well as new counselors that we'd love to share with you!
We especially hope you'll take the time to read about the Leslie Vernick event on May 4th, as it will be a fantastic opportunity for learning and growth for both counselors and non-counselors alike!
God bless,
The Life Christian Counseling Family
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There are still a few spots open for the Gary Chapman marriage class! Sign up today!
Don't forget to register for our 6-week marriage class, taught by Dr. Chris Buckingham! The first session is Tuesday, March 5th! "What, ME?" Becoming the Spouse You Long for. Join us for six classes exploring the topics: - Marital Expectations & Process of Change
- Personal Responsibility & Boundaries
- Forgiveness, Communication, & Understanding Conflict
- Decision Making, Marital Oneness, Intimacy & Sex
- Family of Origin, Leaving and Cleaving
- Stewardship, Lifestyles, & Finances
Call 1-888-283-4220 to register today!
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Leslie Vernick, relationship expert, coming May 4th!
Life Christian Counseling Network is very proud and excited to announce that nationally-known author and speaker, Leslie Vernick, will be coming to do an all day conference on the topic of her latest book, The Emotionally Destructive Relationship. Dr. Buckingham goes into more detail about Leslie's event at the end of this newsletter, but take a moment to watch this 3-minute video about her insight into understanding when people are truly sorry.  | | How Do You Know When Someone is Truly Sorry? |
The morning session will be covering the "lived experience" of those involved in emotionally destructive relationships: Identifying it and stopping it. The afternoon is designed specifically for counselors and ministry leaders, and will provide advanced skill training for the counseling professional. Both sessions are eligible for CEUs, for a total of 5.25 for the day. For more information on Leslie, or on the event, please give us a call at 1-888-283-4220, or email us at info@lifechristiancounseling.com.
Registration is now open!
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New Counselors and Intern
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Melynda Clarke, MA (Intern)
Melynda Clarke holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University and was accepted into the LCCN internship program to complete her MS in Mental Health Counseling. She received a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Maryland College Park, a Masters of Public Administration (MPA) from American University and a Master of Divinity (MDiv.) from Wesley Theological Seminary. Reverend Melynda Clarke serves as the Pastor of a local church in Waldorf, Maryland. She is married with 2 adult sons.
Melynda is currently seeing clients of all ages in our Upper Marlboro and Waldorf locations.
To continue reading Melynda's biography, click here.
To schedule an appointment, simply give us a call at 1-888-283-4220, or email us at info@lifechristiancounseling.com.
Don't forget that as a part of our intern program, we are able to offer drastically reduced fees for high quality, Christian counseling. Give us a call today to find out more information!
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Jaqueline Wenger, PhD, LCSW-C
Jacqueline Wenger has a broad range of experience counseling individuals and families in a variety of settings. She feels particularly called to help those struggling with life transition and career issues, aging issues, medical concerns, and blended families. In addition to individual counseling, she has designed and presented numerous training workshops and classes on social welfare issues including child welfare and aging, interviewing skills, and motivational growth and development.
Jackie is accepting new clients, ages 25+, in our Largo office.
To continue reading Jackie's biography, click here.
To schedule an appointment, simply give us a call at 1-888-283-4220, or email us at info@lifechristiancounseling.com.
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Hannah Bayne, PhD, M.Ed, NCC, Resident in Counseling
Hannah Bayne holds a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Old Dominion University and holds the designation of Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Hannah is a visiting assistant professor of counseling at Virginia Tech's Northern Virginia campus where she teaches courses on counseling skills, theories, diversity issues, and provides clinical supervision.
Hannah currently sees clients (ages 16+) in our Alexandria location.
To schedule an appointment, simply give us a call at 1-888-283-4220, or email us at info@lifechristiancounseling.com. |
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Reminder for the "Building a Stronger Family Seminar" at Largo Community Church
Life Christian Counseling Network is excited to partner with Dr. Jack Morris, Pastor of Largo Community Church, in bringing this event to you! ( Click here for a map of the location)
The Attendees will learn:
- The four (4) Foundation Principles of a Biblical Marriage
- The six (6) main traits of a Strong Family
- The Family Life Cycle
- Leadership in the home
- A child's personality development
- Why children misbehave
- How to communicate with a teenager
- And much more...
Who should attend?
- Husbands & Wives
- Single Parents
- Blended Families
- Prospective Parents
Saturday - March 9, 2013
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
(Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.)
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Closing Remarks
 As a Christian counselor, I know that people in counseling want to know how to get over painful events, how to live their life without familiar pain, and how to deal with breaking or broken relationships. In other words, how to grow up and live life as a healthy adult. But how do we do that? Is it really as simple as growing up? Does that happen when we turn 18 years old? In the Message, Ephesians 4:14-15 states "No prolonged infancies among us, please. We'll not tolerate babes in the woods, small children who are an easy mark for imposters. God wants us to grow up, to know the whole truth and tell it in love-like Christ in everything. We take our lead from Christ, who is the source of everything we do...so that we grow up healthy in God, robust in love." The Phillips translation goes on to explain the process in 1 Corinthians 13:11: "When I was a little child I talked and felt and thought like a little child. Now that I am an adult I have finished with childish things." At Life Christian Counseling Network (LCCN) we recognize that all growth is ultimately spiritual growth. Jesus, our Emmanuel, or God with us, is our ultimate model of what it means to be a person-centered Christian counselor. Using our education, training, and experience, we are part of the healing journey; we work to educate and empower individuals, and equip people relationally so that we can all grow up. On May 4th, Life Christian Counseling Network will be welcoming nationally-known speaker and bestselling Christian author Leslie Vernick to teach relationship principles: how you can live a life that pleases God even when others can't or won't; identifying, avoiding, and learning what to do about emotionally destructive relationships you may already be involved in, including emotionally destructive Christian marriages. We have asked her to come because we know that this is the type of teaching that is needed in this region that we serve. Growing with you, Dr. Chris Chris Buckingham, PhD, LCPC, NCC Executive Director Life Christian Counseling Network |
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