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Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeFreedom Through Boundaries: Reclaiming Your Voice & Breaking CodependencyIn this powerful episode, April Bordeau continues the July series on "Freedom" by exploring how setting boundaries can bring true emotional and spiritual liberation. Guest therapist Jean Crane unpacks the roots of codependency, the signals that healthy boundaries are missing, and how embracing your God-given identity is foundational to reclaiming your voice.Together, they discuss:The emotional toll of people-pleasing and over-functioningHow childhood experiences can shape codependent patternsFaith’s role in supporting healthy relationshipsWhy setting boundaries is an act of love—not selfishnessPractical steps to speak up, say no...2025-07-2237 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeRestoring Yourself: The Power of Nurturing Self-Care in a Busy LifeIn this insightful episode, April Bordeau continues the conversation around Mental Health Awareness Month with a powerful focus on self-care. Joined by the amazing Jean Crane, they dive into how busy women, in particular, can prioritize themselves and nurture their well-being, even amidst a hectic life.Key Topics:The Challenge of Self-Care: How can we make time for ourselves when life feels non-stop?The Power of Presence: Jean shares her experience with Shana Nyquist's book Present Over Perfect and how it speaks to slowing...2025-05-1236 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeFamily Matters: Navigating Mental Health TogetherJoin us as we explore the impact of family dynamics on mental health, including how to support one another and maintain open communication. Director of Care to Change, April Bordeau, and therapist, Jean Crane, share insights on family dynamics, emphasizing the importance of family environments in shaping emotional well-being. She highlights the need for parents to be present, reduce busyness, and practice active listening. Jean also stresses the significance of routines, wellness practices, and setting boundaries. 7 ways to strengthen your family relationships and build strong mental health in your kids that were discussed include: Nor...2025-03-1138 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeThe Power of Self-Compassion: Nurturing Yourself to Nurture OthersIn this episode April Bordeau and Jean Crane explore the transformative power of self-compassion. Too often, caregivers, parents, and those in helping professions are quick to give love and support to others but forget to extend the same kindness to themselves. Join us as we dive into why self-compassion is essential not only for your own well-being but also for those you care for. Tune in as we uncover how nurturing yourself can help you better nurture others. What is Self-Compassion?Defining self-compassion: treating yourself with the same care and kindness you...2025-02-0434 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeFinding Peace: Faith Based Approaches to Anxiety and StressTechniques for Coping with Anxiety and Reducing Stress LevelsWelcome to "Finding Peace: Faith Based Approaches to Anxiety and Stress," where we explore practical ways to integrate faith with mental health. Today, we dive into a crucial topic: anxiety and stress management. In this episode April Bordeau and Jean Crane discuss effective techniques rooted in faith principles that can help you find peace amidst life's challenges.Key Discussion Points:Understanding Anxiety and Stress:Define anxiety and stress and their impact on mental health.Recognize the prevalence of anxiety...2024-10-0238 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeMental Health 101 - Dealing With Anxiety - Mind, Body, SpiritAs humans, we are mind, body and spirit, and when we experience anxiety, all three are affected. Likewise, it takes using all three to prevent anxiety, as well as to calm anxiety. Join therapists Jean Crane and April Bordeau as they discuss anxiety from a mind, body, spirit viewpoint, and what you can do to help support a loved one who struggles with anxiety. Resources:Spiritual Practices for the BrainBe Anxious for NothingGet Out of Your HeadFollow Care to Change on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/Fol...2024-05-2124 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeMental Health 101 - Faith and Mental Health"You can love Jesus and have a therapist, too." Join therapist Jean Crane and April Bordeau as they dialogue about the balance between having faith and using science to strengthen your mental health, and how having mental health struggles is not necessarily indicative of having weak or broken faith. Resources:Spiritual Practices for the BrainTry SofterStrong Like WaterThe Anatomy of the SoulFollow Care to Change on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/Follow Care to Change on Instagram @care_to_changeSee ou...2024-05-0725 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeSharing Your Faves Again - Healing From TraumaTrauma. It’s a word used frequently these days. But actually is trauma? What are symptoms of unresolved trauma? What can we do about trauma? How can we heal from trauma? How do we help those we love as they heal? Thankfully, there are evidence based answers to help you on your journey from discovering the impact and the solutions. Join April Bordeau, director at Care to Change, and therapist, Jean Crane, as they discuss Healing From Trauma. Resources: The Body Keeps the ScoreThe Deepest WellThe Anatomy of the SoulThe Soul of ShameTry SofterCare to Change Reso...2023-12-2044 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeREAL Parenting - Is it Teenage Drama or is it Anxiety and DepressionJoin us as we continue our Real Parenting series, with this episode answering the question “Is it Drama or Anxiety or Depression?” Listen in as Jean Crane and April Bordeau discuss questions parents can ask to determine if your child has anxiety or depression, and what steps you can take to help.Recommended Resources:• Live Fearless by Sade Robertson Huff • Sade Robertson’s podcast• Be Anxious for Nothing – Max Lucado• Get Out of Your Head – Jennie AllenOther Recommended Resources:Care to Change blogs Parenting From The Inside Out Other Care to Ch...2023-11-2231 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeMoving Beyond Difficult Experiences and TraumaMoving beyond difficult life experiences and trauma takes intentional self-care and authentic connection. Unfortunately, there is no ten step process because healing requires time and intentionality. Join director April Bordeau, therapists Jean Crane and Michelle Alexander as they talk about healing from and moving beyond life’s challenges.Resources: Anatomy of the SoulSoul of Shame The Body Keeps the Score Moving Beyond TraumaThe Deepest WellAtlas of the HeartYoga for Your Mental Health Group Calm AppHealthy minds AppHeadspace AppOther Helpful Podcasts: Becoming a Better Version of MeBreaking Free From Addictive BehaviorsWhen You Think You He Needs H...2023-05-1627 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeReair: Dealing With Friends Who Are Passive AggressiveThis is such a hard topic, one we talk about often in session. We thought it would be a good idea to remind you how to tackle these friendships head on. We all know someone who doesn’t say what they mean, and mean what they say. It’s hard to understand how to relate to them, and how to be their friend. Join us as Executive Director of Care to Change, April Bordeau, and therapist at Care to Change, Jean Crane, as they discuss practical solutions for positive change in connection and friendships. Resources Refer...2022-12-2027 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeBecoming More PatientDo you find yourself getting caught up in the hustle of life? Is your fuse short and you seem to be losing your patience, or finding yourself without patience? Join April Bordeau, therapist and director at Care to Change, and therapist Jean Crane, as they discuss steps on “Becoming More Patient.”Resources: The Relentless Elimination for HurrySpiritual Practices of the BrainTry SofterPrevious Podcasts: Breaking Free of The Tyranny Of The Urgent When You Don’t Feel Joy But Feel Like You ShouldThe Difference Between Coping and HealingMental Health and Bus...2022-11-2226 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeHealing From TraumaTrauma. It’s a word used frequently these days. But actually is trauma? What are symptoms of unresolved trauma? What can we do about trauma? How can we heal from trauma? How do we help those we love as they heal? Thankfully, there are evidence based answers to help you on your journey from discovering the impact and the solutions. Join April Bordeau, director at Care to Change, and therapist, Jean Crane, as they discuss Healing From Trauma. Resources: The Body Keeps the ScoreThe Deepest WellThe Anatomy of the SoulThe Soul of ShameTry SofterCare to Ch...2022-09-1342 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeAnxiety and Mental HealthJoin April Bordeau, Director at Care to Change, and therapist, Jean Crane, as they discuss anxiety and mental health.May is mental health awareness month, and we are taking a deeper look into the topic of Mental Health. Join us as we talk about mental health and not walking alone through your own mental health journey. Resources: Spiritual Practices For the BrainHead SpaceAnxious For NothingCalm AppCare to Change Anxiety ResourcesText us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133For more information about Care to Change vis...2022-05-1035 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeWhy I Keep Going Back to Old PatternsJoin April Bordeau, Director at Care to Change, and therapist, Jean Crane, as they discuss why we keep going back to old patterns. It’s a New Year, and you are the same you. Join us as we talk about how to create change that lasts and really focus on lifestyle change and not just letting our goals get away from us by the end of January. Resources: The Anatomy of the SoulThe Body Keeps the ScoreSMART GoalsText us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133For more...2022-01-1826 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeReplay: What Can I Do With All This Stress?With the holiday hustle and bustle it can feel like stress is an all time high. It is so easy to miss the reason for all the busy and really focus on the main thing. Join us as we help you remember your why, and look back at all the things you have come through to get this far. People are more stressed than ever, anxiety and depression are at an all time high, and we rarely pause to discuss what we can do about it. Join Executive Director of Care to Change Counseling, April Bordeau, and t...2021-12-1424 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeHow to Find Your PurposeMake no mistake, you have purpose. Join Director, April Bordeau, and therapist, Jean Crane, as they discuss how to find the purpose for your life. Jean gives and explains three questions to ask yourself:1. What are you passionate about?2. What do you have a burden for? 3. What are you good at doing? At the same time we are reminded to ask ourselves what is stopping us from living our purpose. Resources: · Purpose Driven Life· Try Softer· Enneagram Text us your thoughts or questions at ou...2021-09-0726 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeDealing with Friends Who Are Passive AggressiveWe all know someone who doesn’t say what they mean, and mean what they say. It’s hard to understand how to relate to them, and how to be their friend. Join us as Executive Director of Care to Change, April Bordeau, and therapist at Care to Change, Jean Crane, as they discuss practical solutions for positive change in connection and friendships. Resources Referenced: Boundaries – Cloud and TownsendText us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133For more information about Care to Change visit www.caretochange.orgFoll...2021-08-1027 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeLove Yourself Enough to Set BoundariesLearning How to Love Yourself Enough to Set Boundaries Join Executive Director of Care to Change, April Bordeau, and therapist at Care to Change, Jean Crane, as they discuss practical solutions for positive change in getting freedom from your past. Text us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133 For more information about Care to Change visit www.caretochange.org Follow Care to Change on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/ Follow Care to Change on Instagram or Twitter @care_to_change 2021-07-2033 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeMental Health and Busy MomsOptimize Your Mental Health As A Busy Mom“Mental Health is not a destination, but a process. It’s about how you drive, not where you’re going.” As we continue the journey through Mental Health Awareness month, it’s important to understand how we can optimize our mental health especially as a busy mom. Join us as Executive Director of Care to Change, April Bordeau, and therapist at Care to Change, Jean Crane, as they discuss practical solutions for positive change in Mental Health as a Mom. Resources Refere...2021-05-1129 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeWhat the Church needs to know about mental healthMental Health and the churchPeople are more stressed now than ever. Stress impacts almost everyone every single day. Join us as Executive Director of Care to Change, April Bordeau, and therapist at Care to Change, Jean Crane, discuss practical solutions for positive change in dealing with mental health and the church. Book Referenced: Trauma in America Care to Change Pastor Round tables Text us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133 For more information about Care to Change visit www.caretochange.org Follow Care to Ch...2021-03-0225 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeHelp me with anxiety! Women's series part 1Learn practical ways to help relieve anxiety. Being a woman in today’s society is a place that holds lots of anxiety. Anxiety can steal our joy and keep you from enjoying your life at the fullest. Join us as Executive Director of Care to Change, April Bordeau, and therapist at Care to Change, Jean Crane, as they discuss practical solutions for positive change in dealing with anxiety. App Referenced: Head space Text us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133 and listen to the answers in the 11/24/2020 release. For m...2020-12-0125 min
Care to Change Counseling - Practical Solutions for Positive ChangeWhat can I do with all this stress?People are more stressed than ever, anxiety and depression are at an all time high, and we rarely pause to discuss what we can do about it. Join Executive Director of Care to Change Counseling, April Bordeau, and therapist for almost 20 years, Jean Crane, as they discuss practical solutions for positive change. Stress doesn't need to overtake you. Listen what you can do about it. Book Referenced: Your Best Yes Lysa TerKeurst Text us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133 For more information about Care to Change visit www.car...2020-10-0424 min