Codependency
God-Dependent, Not People-Dependent Some of us grew up thinking the highest Christian virtue was being needed. We thought that saying “yes” to every favor, fixing everyone’s problems, and carrying the emotional weight of the world was just another way of “laying down our life.” But somewhere along the way, what looked like selflessness started looking […]
A Child’s Behavioral Needs
Choosing Fortify Christian Counseling for Your Child’s Behavioral Needs Navigating the complexities of parenting can be challenging, especially when behavioral issues arise. As Christians, we strive to guide our children in a way that reflects our faith and values. If you find yourself at a crossroads with your child’s behavior, Fortify Christian Counseling might be […]
Transforming Children through Biblical Counseling
The Transformative Power of Biblical Counseling for Children In today’s fast-paced world, parents face numerous challenges in raising their children to become responsible, loving, and faithful individuals. Fortify shares some profound insights on integrating Christian counseling into parenting, particularly emphasizing the benefits it can have on children’s lives. Christian counseling is more than just guidance; […]
ADHD Testing
Get the Clarity You Need: ADHD Testing at Fortify Are you or a loved one struggling with focus, impulsivity, or organization? ADHD can impact many areas of life, from school and work to relationships. At Fortify, we offer comprehensive ADHD testing to help you understand what’s going on and develop a clear path forward. Our […]
Grief & Loss
Losing a loved one and the bereavement that follows can be overwhelming, painful, and hard to cope with. The process of grief and loss can be different for each person. Emotionally, heartache can express itself through isolation, deep sadness, fear, shock, guilt, or anxiety. Physically, grief can take a toll on your body. You may […]
Counseling for Trauma
“Do not call to mind the former things, or ponder things of the past. Behold, I will do something new, Now it will spring forth; Will you not be aware of it? I will even make a roadway in the wilderness, Rivers in the desert.” – Isaiah 43:18-19 It almost goes without saying, that you […]
Teens & Teen-Related Issues
Is your teen under a lot of stress? Do they not seem as happy as they once did? Are they suffering from an eating disorder? Do you suspect they are using drugs? Most of us remember our teenage years as a combination of great fun, burgeoning freedom, and a tremendous amount of stress. During this […]
Suicide
Suicide and Suicidal Ideation is a complex and tragic state the renders the individual feeling hopeless, helpless, depressed, and struggling to live another day. Along with the profound loss of life by suicide, many individuals experience suicidal ideation—thoughts, plans, or attempts to end one’s own life. With the difficulty of this struggle, there are ways […]
Spiritual Questions and Concerns
Questions that arise about spirituality, the purpose of life, connection to God, suffering, values, death, morality, and faith are deeply personal and difficult questions to answer at times. These concerns may arise from losing a loved one or searching for your purpose in life. Fortify counselors can walk alongside you as you grapple with these […]
Shattered Self-Image
Self-esteem is a concept that speaks to how we feel about ourselves. High self-esteem makes one feel confident, centered, and worthy of love. People with low self-esteem often feel shame and self-doubt. They often feel critical of themselves and don’t feel worthy of love or praise. Signs of a Shattered Self-Esteem: Frequent negative self-talk Feeling […]
