Ask Christian Counseling Associates

Dr. Rich Hoffman, Founder and Clinical Director of Christian Counseling Associates will offer weekly podcasts that will cover a wide range of Mental health topics from a biblical perspective.

Ask Christian Counseling Associates is a religion podcast hosted by Rich Hoffman, with 73 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Rich Hoffman hosts Ask Christian Counseling Associates, a religion show with 73 episodes published.

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  Episode #75

  Episode 75: Are We Overdiagnosing Mental Illness?

  Jul 28, 20261h 44m

  On this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, we're joined by Andrea Hay, Clinical Supervisor, and Allen Joseph, Lead Counselor at Christian Counseling Associates, to discuss a timely question: Are we overdiagnosing mental illness? As mental health awareness has grown, so have diagnoses. Are we recognizing genuine disorders, or are we sometimes labeling normal human struggles? Join us as we explore the research, the clinical perspective, and the importance of thoughtful diagnosis.

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  Episode #73

  Episode 73: Can You Heal Without Forgiving?

  May 19, 20261h 18m

  On this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates , we’re joined by Jamie Caruso and Kiley Henehan, Clinical Supervisors at Christian Counseling Associates , to explore a question many people wrestle with after they have been deeply hurt: Can you heal without forgiving? When someone has been betrayed, abused, abandoned, or mistreated, forgiveness can feel impossible. In this conversation, we discuss how forgiveness relates to justice, boundaries, and emotional recovery—and what it means to pursue healing in a way that honors both truth and grace.

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  Episode #72

  Episode 72: When Church Hurt Becomes a Mental Health Crisis

  Apr 28, 20261h 22m

  On this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, we’re joined by Rev. Brian Smith, a Missouri Synod Pastor and CCA partner in York, PA, to discuss “Church Wounds”—when church hurt becomes a mental health crisis. What happens when the place meant for healing becomes the source of pain—and how does that impact mental health? Together, we’ll explore what leads to church hurt, and how churches can respond with both truth and compassion.

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  Episode #71

  Episode 71: The Mental Health Cost of Living Without Truth

  Mar 18, 20261h 32m

  On this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates , we explore “The Mental Health Cost of Living Without Truth.” As our culture encourages people to define their own reality and “live their truth,” many are experiencing rising anxiety and identity confusion. Joining us is Pastor Clarke Lauffer of Calvary Chapel of Westmoreland County. Together, we discuss how truth shapes emotional stability.

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  Episode #70

  Episode 70: Why Success Still Leaves People Empty

  Feb 24, 20261h 27m

  Why do so many high-achieving people still feel empty? In this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, Pastor Chris Whitehead from Charter Oak Church helps us explore the psychological and spiritual roots of achievement-driven identity. Discover how success can become a control strategy, why anxiety increases with external validation, and what Scripture reveals about true fulfillment. If you’ve ever asked, “Why am I still not satisfied?” - this conversation is for you.

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