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Art Therapy
Art therapy offers a creative way to express and articulate emotional experiences that may be difficult to put into words. This type of therapy can be a comfortable way for children and teens to begin talking about problems. Art therapy works from the basic principle...
Attachment Therapy
Attachment therapy emphasizes the significance of attachment relationships in shaping a person's emotional and psychological development. The theory suggests that early interactions between infants and their primary caregivers form the basis for a child's emotional...
Faith-Informing Practice
As a Christian organization. we are committed to serving God through a faith-informing professional practice. Our values are rooted in Jesus’ inspirational message of love and hope for all people. We compassionately journey with people of all faiths. We ensure a safe...
Flourishing
Mental wellbeing is not a constant state. Conflict, trauma, loss, and illness may rob us of purpose, meaning and vitality. Within supportive community, wise counsel and wellbeing practices, we can once again embrace a restored hope. Flourishing is marked by a deep...
Lament
Lament is an expression of grief, sorrow, and anguish in response to loss. Lament captures our pain, seeks comfort, and affirms trust in a loving God, invites transformation and restores our hope.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing encompasses a sense of self-acceptance, resilience, and the ability to cope with life’s challenges. We demonstrate this through positive self-esteem, healthy relationships, and a balance emotional state.
Organizational Wellbeing
A healthy organization (church, school or organization) fosters an environment where participants, volunteers and employees feel they belong, contribute and grow. Characteristics of organizational wellbeing includes: Open communication, strong leadership, a positive...
Restoration of Hope
Amidst the brokenness of lament, hope emerges as a resilient thread, defying despair. Lament unveils our deepest sorrows, while prayer, counsel, and community, provide healing in God's presence. Restored amid our pain, hope reminds us of God’s promise of an abundant...