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Broken to Beloved Podcast050: Seeing Our Brokenness as a Bridge, Not a Barrier with Michael CusickHow do you restore a relationship with God after spiritual abuse?It makes sense that you might struggle with the idea of being held and loved by God after experiencing spiritual abuse, or any other form of abuse, for that matter.In this episode with Michael Cusick, author of Sacred Attachment: Escaping Spiritual Exhaustion and Trusting in Divine Love, helps us understand the safe love available through God and how we might go about receiving it.We cover everything from dancing nuns to adult bookstore floors to the holiness of wholeness. Listen and...2025-05-1359 min
Unhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead Better325: What It Means to Be Secure in God (Michael John Cusick)What does it mean to truly abide in God? How do we move beyond merely knowing about God to experiencing deep communion with Him? In this episode, I sit down with Michael John Cusick, author of Sacred Attachment, to explore the life-changing power of living in loving connection with God. Michael, a licensed professional counselor, spiritual director, and founder of Restoring the Soul, shares how our core needs—being seen, soothed, safe, and secure—are met in Christ. We also discuss the barriers that prevent us from experiencing intimacy with God, from false beliefs to misguided attempts to e...2025-01-1351 min
Shifting CultureEp. 257 Michael John Cusick - Sacred AttachmentToday, I'm excited to bring you a conversation that gets to the core of what it means to be human - to grapple with pain, trauma, and the longing to be truly seen and loved. My guest is Michael John Cusick, author of the new book "Sacred Attachment," and he's here to share his deeply personal journey of moving from a place of fear and shame into an embodied experience of God's love and security. Michael reframes the concept of sin, not as moral failure, but as the mishandling of our pain. This shift opens up a whole new...2025-01-0357 min
We Are VineyardLeadership Under Pressure: Michael CusickIn this episode of We Are Vineyard, Jay talks with Michael Cusick about being raised in a family with an extensive history of addiction, the circumstances that brought his brokenness and trauma to the forefront of his life, and how God rescued his marriage. Michael shares about starting the Restoring The Soul ministry, engaging people’s brokenness, and why sin management is not the best approach. Finally, Michael shares a profound story of redemption and he and Jay talk about how pastors can support each other.
Michael Cusick is a Licensed Professional Counselor, spiritual director, speaker, and author of two boo...2024-11-061h 05
Restoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 322 - Julianne & Michael John Cusick, "Exploring Neurodiversity in Marriage"In today's enlightening episode of "Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick," we delve into the intricate world of neurodiverse marriages. Join Michael and Julianne Cusick as they explore the challenges and dynamics couples face when one or both partners are on the autism spectrum. With Michael openly sharing his diagnosis of high-functioning Asperger's and Julianne bringing her expertise as a certified neurodiverse couples coach and licensed marriage and family therapist, this episode promises deep insights and practical advice. Learn about the common themes in neurodiverse relationships, the unique struggles and rewards, and the transformative power of u...2024-08-3027 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 321 - Julianne & Michael John Cusick, "Embracing the Unchangeable in the Messiness of Life"Welcome to another episode of Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick. Today, we have a special treat as the tables are turned, and Julianne takes the helm to interview Michael. Join us as they delve deep into the reality of life's messiness, exploring themes of frustration, overwhelm, and the importance of self-awareness and compassion. Michael shares his struggles with over-scheduling, resentment, and irritability, while Julianne opens up about her emotional battles. Together, they reveal the power of vulnerability, humility, and maintaining healthy connections. So, prepare for an honest, relatable conversation that underscores the true essence of l...2024-08-2324 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 308 - "Barriers to Overcoming Betrayal Trauma"Welcome to another edition of Restoring the Soul. On today's podcast, we tackled the critical topic of betrayal trauma with my bride Julianne. We explored why many women feel stuck in their healing process, diving into relational barriers like ongoing betrayal, gaslighting, and the impact of unresolved past trauma. We discussed the importance of emotional safety and open communication in the journey to recovery. If you or someone you know is experiencing betrayal trauma, this episode is a must-listen for understanding those barriers and finding a path to healing.Support the show2024-05-1526 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 303 - Michael and Julianne Cusick, "Unpacking Forgiveness"Welcome to another episode of Restoring the Soul with your host, Michael John Cusick. Forgiveness is a term often uttered with ease but practiced with considerable difficulty. What does forgiveness truly entail? Does it inherently mean reconciliation or forgetting?Joined by Julianne in the studio, they tackle heavyweight questions together. What happens when forgiveness feels incomplete? How might unresolved trauma complicate the process? And how do you navigate forgiveness in the aftermath of deep wounds and betrayal?Julianne brings to light the intricate journey of forgiving, reminding us that it is a layered and intertwined...2024-04-0527 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 302 - Michael and Julianne Cusick, "Unraveling Layers of Trauma"Welcome to another episode of Restoring the Soul. Today, Michael and Julianne delve into the complex tapestry of trauma, unwinding the threads that bind us to our past experiences. Many regard trauma as stemming from life-shattering events, but today’s discussion unfolds its layers, revealing that trauma can emerge from the wounds of both presence and absence. Whether it's through neglect or the absence of nurturing, the imprints of trauma take many forms.Understanding trauma not as what's wrong with you but what happened to you, we'll explore its symptoms, ranging from physiological responses and relational challenges to...2024-03-2939 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 297 - Michael John & Julianne Cusick, "A Deep Dive into Restoring the Soul's Intensive Counseling"Welcome to Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick. This episode delves into the transformative power of intensive counseling, a unique process honed over nearly two decades. Michael and Julianne Cusick explain how Restoring the Soul provides a safe, sacred space where you get clarity on your struggles and a clear path forward for healing. Tailored to each individual, psychological insight with spiritual practices are combined to ensure you are transformed and truly equipped to live differently. In just 1-2 weeks, we accomplish what might otherwise take months.Support the showENGAGE THE...2024-02-2143 min
The Signpost Inn PodcastForgiveness and Trauma with Julianne CusickWe have a end of year matching fund drive! Your generous gifts will be doubled, now through Dec 27! https://www.signpostinn.org/donate
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Join us this episode for an interview with Julianne Cusick about forgiveness and trauma. Julianne shares her own story of betrayal trauma and forgiveness and how God led her to minister as a betrayal trauma specialist. We talk about how to forgive, why forgiveness is so hard, and whether or not we really should forgive and forget.
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...2023-09-281h 23Restoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 277 - Julianne Cusick, "Finding Your Inner Encourager""Contrary to what most Enneagram Ones think, they're fantastic. I don't know what it is about Enneagram Ones, but of all the numbers on the Enneagram, they are the most resistant to learning that that's their type."In today's episode, our good friend Ian Cron will be joined by our very own Julianne Cusick for a captivating conversation about finding our inner encourager through the lens of the Enneagram.Ian shares his belief that the Enneagram is not just a tool for self-discovery but a fundamental part of our daily lives. As a psychotherapist and...2023-09-1151 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 274 - Julianne & Michael John Cusick, "Embracing the Unchangeable in the Messiness of Life""To truly embrace the present moment, especially when we have no power to alter the result, it is essential that we approach life with compassion." - Michael John CusickWelcome to another episode of Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick. In today's episode, titled "Embracing the Unchangeable in the Messiness of Life," we dive into the antidote to negative messages, starting with the power of self-compassion and self-awareness. Julianne and Michael John Cusick explore the importance of becoming aware of what's happening within ourselves and around us and the value of offering self-compassion in t...2023-08-1124 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 272 - Julianne & Michael John Cusick, "Unpacking Neurodiverse Marriages: Understanding and Navigating the Unique Challenges""If you've met one person on the autism spectrum, you've met one person." — Michael John CusickIn today's episode, Michael is joined by his wife of 32 years, Julianne Cusick. Together, they delve into the fascinating topic of neurodiverse marriages.Neurodiversity encompasses a range of neuro differences, from autism to nonverbal learning disorder and everything in between. However, the diagnosis and understanding of neurodiversity can be challenging due to the lack of specific criteria. Commonly diagnosed conditions related to neurodiversity include mood disorders, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, and sensory integration disorder, among others.On the po...2023-07-2827 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 271 - Julianne & Michael John Cusick, "Unmasking Neurodiversity: Embracing the Challenges in Relationships""After all that work, you started to wonder that there's got to be something else going on that we're missing." - Julianne CusickOn this episode of Restoring the Soul, Michael and Julianne Cusick have a candid conversation about neurodiversity and how it has impacted their marriage. They discuss terms like autism spectrum difference (ASD), neurodiverse, neurotypical, and neurodivergent, highlighting the importance of understanding and embracing these differences. Michael shares his personal experience of being diagnosed with Asperger's and how it has changed their perspective on their neurodiversity. They also discuss their communication challenges and how the...2023-07-2130 min
TypologyRevisit: Finding Your Inner Encourager with Julianne Cusick (Enneagram 1)As Richard Rohr says, Ones are childlike and full of joy and wonder at the world and creation. But for Ones, that sense of joy has been lost. Instead, they suppress their own feelings and focus on being good and doing what is right. They feel a sense of duty and responsibility and may harbor resentment toward others who don’t see things the right way – their way. But what would it look like if Ones reclaimed their childlike wonder? When Ones move toward health, they begin to let judgments go and become more at ease with imperfec...2023-07-1354 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 263 - Julianne Cusick, "Overcoming Intimate Betrayal and Embracing Forgiveness"Have you ever struggled with the pain of betrayal, especially in intimate relationships? On today's episode of Restoring the Soul, we hear from Julianne Cusick, a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in helping individuals and couples navigate the difficult journey of forgiveness and reconciliation after intimate partner betrayal. Julianne's powerful story of healing and redemption provides hope and encouragement for those who have experienced sexual betrayal in their relationships.Julianne Cusick, who Bill Arnold recently interviewed on Faith Radio, explored the challenges of navigating betrayal trauma and shame and the importance of finding a confidential support...2023-05-2644 min
Music for the Soul PodcastEpisode 11: Learning To Restore A Broken Soul With Michael CusickWhen trauma impacts our lives, our soul feels like it is shattered. One wound that cuts particularly deep is with women who have been abused, misused or simply cast aside in a relationship. That is why we are so excited to have Michael Cusick as our guest today, as he explains how to restore a broken soul. Michael shares the story of how he wrote The Apology, a letter of apology to women around the world who had been wounded in relationships with men. He talks about working with Steve to turn The Apology into a song...2023-01-1835 min
Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay"It's Not Personal"-Understanding Different Perspectives, Neurology, Addictions, Betrayal, Trauma and Healing-Julianne CusickWarning: During this episode we talk about masturbation, sex and porn addiction, and betrayal.
Julianne Cusick is a therapist and betrayal trauma specialist in Colorado and is also an AANE certified therapist. Julianne shares a little about her personal story through betrayal trauma early in her marriage. She also talks about how discovering her adopted daughter is autistic led her down another path in her marriage, as she and her husband also learned they were a neurodiverse couple.
During this episode we talk about how it feels to watch your partner excel in all areas of hi...2022-11-291h 00Restoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 240 - Sheila Paige, "Healing, One Brushstroke at a Time"“Painting was healing and gave me a way to share my story when I could put words to it.” - Sheila PaigeOn this edition of the podcast, Michael welcomes Sheila Paige to the conversation. Not too long ago, Sheila experienced the tragedy of betrayal trauma and discovered the path to healing through painting. As a result, she found the faithfulness of a Creator who loves her in her pain.Although this podcast is in audio format, we trust you’ll be able to visualize Sheila’s beautiful artwork, which we hope will prompt you to see i...2022-11-2933 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 232 - Julianne Cusick, "Treatment Barriers to Healing from Betrayal Trauma"“Certain kinds of care for betrayal trauma actually makes people stuck or worse in their recovery.” - Julianne CusickOn this edition of Restoring the Soul, Michael concludes his conversation with Julianne Cusick about Betrayal Trauma. Today they will focus on Treatment Barriers to Healing from Betrayal Trauma. Today’s conversation is a continuation from our previous episode on Barriers to Overcoming Betrayal Trauma. In summary, some barriers are:Continued evidence of the partner acting outGaslighting (which is lying that changes a person’s perception)Partner’s inability or unwillingness to own their impactAnd the partne...2022-09-0226 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 231 - Julianne Cusick, "Barriers to Overcoming Betrayal Trauma"“It’s impossible to recover from betrayal trauma when you’re still a victim of betrayal trauma.” - Julianne CusickOn this edition of Restoring the Soul, Michael welcomes back Julianne Cusick for the next two episodes as they discuss Betrayal Trauma. Today they will focus on Barriers to Overcoming Betrayal Trauma.In this podcast, we hope you will discover:Why a woman stays stuck in the process of betrayal traumaUnderstanding what “gaslighting” meansCommon barriers to healing relationally from betrayal traumaDid you know you can follow Michael and Restoring the Soul on social me...2022-08-2629 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 228 - Julianne Cusick, "Life After Betrayal”“I came to see that Michael had the power to devastate me but not destroy me.” - Julianne CusickWhat’s the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation? There are similarities in the definition - but they are a world apart when it comes to practical application. Today’s podcast features a conversation between our very own Julianne Cusick, who was recently interviewed by Bill Arnold on Faith Radio. On previous Restoring the Soul podcasts, we have featured Julianne’s story of overcoming the wounds of sexual betrayal, and what you will find in her conversation with Bill are timeles...2022-07-2243 min
TypologyCouples' Insights from Ian and Anne CronToday, our longtime friends, Michael and Julianne Cusick, join us as special co-hosts to interview Anne and me about how the Enneagram has strengthened our marriage of 33 years. We explore the low sides of our types and how they've negatively impacted our marriage and how we’ve overcome that, discuss the ways our types have helped us each grow, and highlight the important role of self-compassion. Tune in to this very special episode on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite podcast player. Cheers, Ian P.S. We’re offeri...2022-06-0239 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 218 - Julianne Cusick, "A Holy & Horrible Journey"“Despite the grim circumstances, we could see God’s hand in it all.” - Julianne CusickOn this edition of Restoring the Soul, Michael spends one of the most important hours of his life in conversation with his bride of over 30 years, Julianne Cusick, who put off the dream of grad school for nearly 25 years because of the discovery of Michael’s betrayal and infidelity. So how do you recover from your husband’s sexual brokenness, addiction, and infidelity? That’s the degree nobody signs up for.Not only is Julianne Cusick an ordained mini...2022-04-1554 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 195 - Julianne Cusick, “Devastated But Not Destroyed”Today’s episode is very special since you’ll be listening to a message from Julianne Cusick, Michael's bride of over 25 years. Her talk, “Devastated but not Destroyed” is a message she gave in 2004 where for the very first time she shared her story of heartbreak, hope, and healing from sexual betrayal and sexual addiction that was exposed in 1994. Giving this talk took a tremendous amount of courage and strength, and as you will hear she delivered the message with profound grace and dignity. Julianne holds a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and her passion is to fight...2021-10-0145 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 166 - Julianne Cusick, "Treatment Barriers to Healing from Betrayal Trauma"“Certain kinds of care for betrayal trauma actually makes people stuck or worse in their recovery.” - Julianne CusickOn this edition of Restoring the Soul, Michael concludes his conversation with Julianne Cusick about Betrayal Trauma. Today they will focus on Treatment Barriers to Healing from Betrayal Trauma. This follows up from our previous episode on Barriers to Overcoming Betrayal Trauma. In summary, some barriers are:Continued evidence of the partner acting outGaslighting (which is lying that changes a person’s perception)Partner’s inability or unwillingness to own their impactThe partner’s inability or unwillingness to open up...2021-02-1226 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 165 - Julianne Cusick, "Barriers to Overcoming Betrayal Trauma"“It’s impossible to recover from betrayal trauma when you’re still a victim of betrayal trauma.” - Julianne CusickOn this edition of Restoring the Soul, Michael welcomes back Julianne Cusick for the next two episodes as they discuss Betrayal Trauma. Today they will focus on Barriers to Overcoming Betrayal Trauma.Did you know that you can follow Michael and Restoring the Soul on social media? Simply do a search on Facebook and Twitter for the Restoring the Soul podcast. You can also find Michael on Twitter by searching for him personally. And as always...2021-02-0529 min
Restored 2 MoreWhat Sex is Supposed to Be VS. What It Has Become With Michael & Julianne CusickWe talk to Michael & Julianne Cusick, founders of Restoring the Soul, about how both sides of a broken relationship face shame and how to overcome it. They share their insight on unhealed wounds and how to deal with them healthily. We also ask, "what does God say about sex, and what does sex say about God?" revealing an amazing perspective on God's character and how sex reveals attributes rarely talked about. More Resources:https://restoringthesoul.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/restoring-the-soul-with-michael-john-cusick/id1120914952?uo=4https://restoringthesoul.com/julianne-betrayal-trauma/Our Re...2020-10-2556 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 115 - Julianne Cusick, "5 Things Husbands Can Do to Support Their Wives After Betrayal"“Betrayals that are sexual in nature have a significantly greater impact on the human heart and the female soul.” - Julianne CusickToday Michael continues and concludes his discussion with Julianne on the 5 Things Husbands Can Do to Support Their Wives After Betrayal. This is one of the most important podcasts we have ever produced.Julianne Cusick specializes in issues related to the recovery of the heart for women. The advice that she gives in this particular discussion comes from first-hand experience and an empathy that is grounded in compassion and love. Julianne longs for women...2020-02-1327 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 114 - Julianne Cusick, "5 Facts Wives Need to Know After Betrayal"“Betrayal leaves a trail of devastation.” - Julianne CusickToday we begin a 2-part series on the topic of betrayal. In particular, betrayal trauma - when defined refers to the damage that is caused when you experience a betrayal in your relationship that damages the trust, safety, and security of the bond you have with your partner. This type of betrayal is extremely traumatic, where you can experience devastating mental, physical, and emotional consequences.On this edition of Restoring the Soul, Michael and Julianne Cusick discuss the devastating effects of betrayal trauma but Julianne will bring...2020-02-0738 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 111 - Aundi Kolber, "Try Softer, Part 2"“It’s my prayer that people will engage and learn how to be kind and gentle with themselves in the same way that God is kind to us.” - Aundi KolberOn this edition of Restoring the Soul, Michael and Julianne conclude their conversation with returning guest, Aundi Kolber.Aundi is a licensed professional counselor (MA, LPC), an author, and a speaker living in Castle Rock, Colorado. She has received additional training in her specialization of trauma- and body-centered therapies and is passionate about the integration of faith and psychology. She has written for Relevant, CT Wome...2020-01-1632 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 110 - Aundi Kolber, "Try Softer, Part 1"“We are to be a compassionate witness for ourselves so our body can do what God created it to do.” - Aundi KolberOn this edition of Restoring the Soul, Michael and Julianne welcome returning guest, Aundi Kolber, for the first of a 2-part conversation.Aundi is a licensed professional counselor (MA, LPC), an author, and a speaker living in Castle Rock, Colorado. She has received additional training in her specialization of trauma- and body-centered therapies and is passionate about the integration of faith and psychology. She has written for Relevant, CT Women, and (in)co...2020-01-0933 minRestoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 94 - Julianne Cusick, "A Holy & Horrible Journey"“Despite the grim circumstances, we could see God’s hand in it all.” - Julianne CusickOn this edition of Restoring the Soul, Michael spends one of the most important hours of his life in conversation with his bride of 28 years, Julianne Cusick, who put off the dream of grad school for nearly 25 years because of the discovery of Michael’s betrayal and infidelity. So how do you recover from your husband’s sexual brokenness, addiction, and infidelity? That’s the degree nobody signs up for.Not only is Julia...2019-09-1951 min
Restoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 89 - Ian Cron, “Julianne Cusick Finds Her Inner Encourager"“Julianne Cusick Finds Her Inner Encourager” On this episode of Restoring the Soul, we conclude the 3-part series of Ian Morgan Cron’s Typology podcast conversations. Julianne Cusick, who is married to Michael and serves on the staff of Restoring the Soul, sat down with Ian in January 2018. In this conversation, you will discover that Julianne is an Enneagram type 1 and, among other things, makes reference to her relationship with Michael (Enneagram Type 2), and some of the ups and downs associated with their different types. It’s a fantastic program that we know you will...2019-03-2151 min
TypologyJulianne Cusick (Enneagram 1) Finds Her Inner EncouragerAs Richard Rohr says, Ones are childlike and full of joy and wonder at the world and creation. But for Ones, that sense of joy has been lost. Instead, they suppress their own feelings and focus on being good and doing what is right. They feel a sense of duty and responsibility and may harbor resentment toward others who don’t see things the right way – their way. But what would it look like if Ones reclaimed their childlike wonder? When Ones move toward health, they begin to let judgments go and become more at ease with imperfec...2018-06-2152 min
TypologyThe Grace of Letting Go--the conversation continues with Michael Cusick (Enneagram 2) part 2Enneagram Twos are part of the shame triad which, for those who are just getting started with the Enneagram, means that ‘shame’ is the go-to emotion for Twos, Threes, and Fours. Whatever the external manifestation is of—our struggle, our compulsion, our presenting problem, anger, alcohol, buying stuff that you don't need, sex, helping—shame is always what fuels that compulsion because where there's shame, our soul can't rest, in a sense of being loved. The very thing that we're hungry and thirsty for, which is that kind of deep love for who we are, the shame actually sets us up to n...2018-01-2528 min
Typology027: "I'm OK if you're OK" A conversation with Michael Cusick (Enneagram 2) Part 1Known as The Helper, or as Michael Cusick prefers to call them, The Giver, Twos can be really great therapists and are maybe the most natural to move into that field, but there's also a lot of things about being a Two that work against that. Twos can care too much for the wrong reasons. Twos are so wired and attuned to the needs and the feelings of other people that they are often clueless as to what their own are. They look to other people to take care of their needs without having to acknowledge or articulate them....2018-01-1724 min
Restoring the Soul with Michael John CusickEpisode 17 - Julianne Cusick, “Devastated But Not Destroyed” Today’s episode is very special since you’ll be listening to a message from Julianne Cusick, Michael's bride of 25 years. Her talk, “Devastated but not Destroyed” is a message she gave in 2004 where for the very first time she shared her story of heartbreak, hope, and healing from sexual betrayal and sexual addiction that was exposed in 1994. Giving this talk took a tremendous amount of courage and strength, and as you will hear she delivered the message with profound grace and dignity. Julianne is a registered psychotherapist and adjunct counselor with Restoring the Soul where her passion...2016-10-2345 min