Blog

Aug 19

Are You Handling Your Anger, or is Your Anger Handling You?

by Peggy Burns, M.A., LMFT | San Francisco Director Nice people want to “stuff” their anger.  But in today’s climate anger is bubbling over as more loss is experienced and fatigue sets in.  Anger is a secondary emotion often masking feelings of fear, anxiety or shame. In the moment anger can make you feel... read more →
May 11

What is All this Grief I am Experiencing?

by Peggy Burns, M.A., LMFT | San Francisco Director Since the last time I sent you our newsletter, it seems as if in a blink of an eye everything in our world has changed! Now that we are entering week nine of "shelter-in-place" there seems to be a growing sense of collective... read more →
Mar 23

Self Care at a Safe Distance

by Peggy Burns, M.A., LMFT | San Francisco Director How People are Getting Therapy in Times of Crisis In the interest of safety and social-distancing here at Christian Counseling Centers, we are offering therapy by video conferencing.  If you or someone you know are experiencing high levels of anxiety, or just need someone... read more →
Feb 04
Aug 20

Are you Experiencing Compassion Fatigue?

by Peggy Burns, M.A., LMFT | San Francisco Director If you are caring for people who are suffering and have experienced trauma you are could be at risk to be vicariously traumatized.  Being in ministry can have great rewards as you have the opportunity to affect others for all of eternity.   At... read more →
Jun 20

The Self-Care Plan You Cannot Afford to Miss

by Valerie M. DiLuggo, MA, LMFT | San Francisco  In recent years the concept of Self-Care has become a buzzword in pop culture. But what is it really? Some have the impression that it is just another idea brought along by an entitled culture and balk at the self-centeredness of the pursuit.... read more →
Apr 16

The Deadliest Mental Health Disorder

by Jenny Andrews, MA, LMFT | San Francisco Center Years ago, when I was a newly licensed therapist, I saw clients in my practice who used disordered eating behaviors to cope with deep emotional pain and trauma. At the time, I didn't fully understand the  potential deadly health consequences of these behaviors. Since... read more →
Feb 13

Fremont Health Fair

Come visit our CCC table at the Prince of Peace Church & School Health Fair! When: Saturday, February 24th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Prince of Peace Church and School (Gym) 38451 Fremont Blvd, Ca 94538 Therapists from our Fremont office will be on hand to discuss healthy... read more →
Jan 29

Hope at Home Parenting Workshop

Being a parent is a tough job! Especially in the high-pressure, fast-paced culture of the Bay Area. Join us for a FREE Parenting Workshop as we tackle common issues faced by today’s family, and hear from mental-health professionals on raising healthy kids and building connected homes. Date: February 8, 2018... read more →
Jan 22

Hope at Home Workshop

Join us for a FREE workshop as we tackle common issues faced by today’s family, and hear from mental-health professionals on raising healthy kids and building connected homes. Date: January 26th, 2018 Time: 7:00 - 9:00pm Cost: FREE Location: Western Hills Church, 3399 CSM Drive, San Mateo, CA 94402 Register at www.westernhills.org... read more →