Through Rough Waters with Zach Allen
In this podcast, we'll explore the world of mental health with a Biblical perspective. Topics include the therapy process as a whole and in-depth discussion of specific topics such as depression, anxiety, and addiction. Each episode will include insight from licensed professional counselors, scripture, and Q&A.
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Episodes
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Episode 25 - Anyone Else Feeling Stressed Out?
Thursday, December 26, 2024
Zach & Kevin wrap up Season 2 by talking about stress and responding to it in a healthy way.
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Episode 24 - Our Relationship With Food
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Zach and Kevin are once again joined by Julianne Lettinga to continue our conversation on body image by talking about our relationship with food and eating.
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Episode 23 - Let's Talk About Body Image
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Zach and Kevin are joined by Julianne Lettinga, to talk about body image, and why it's so important to remember that we are made in the image of God.
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Episode 22 - Healing from Shame
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Zach and Kevin are joined by Laurie Krieg from the Hole In My Heart Podcast as they talk about feelings of shame, and how being seen is the path to healing.
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Episode 21 - Depression & Self-Harm
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Zach and Kevin are joined by Brooke from West Michigan Wellness Group to wrap up their series about depression by talking about self-harm.
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Episode 20 - Taking Care of Someone with Depression
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Zach and Kevin are joined by Nicole from West Michigan Wellness Group, as she shares her story about taking care of someone with depression.
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Episode 19 - Walking Through Depression
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
In this episode, Zach & Kevin are joined by therapist Amanda Moore, as she shares her personal journey through depression, and how God met her in that story.
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Episode 18 - What Even Is Depression?
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
Zach and Kevin are joined by Nicole Fryling to look at depression as they define it, talk about what it feels like, and how healing can begin.
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Episode 17 - Mental Help with Josh Wilson
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Zach and Kevin are joined by Josh Wilson to talk about his journey through anxiety, depression, and addiction - and his new album, "Mental Help."
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Episode 16 - Let's Talk About Medication
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Zach & Kevin are joined by Carmen Schierbeek, PA-C from Pine Rest, as they continue their conversation about the intersection between medication and mental health.
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Episode 15 - Talking With A Psychiatrist
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
Zach and Kevin are joined by Dr. Aaron Plattner as they begin a new series about the role medication plays in our mental health.
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Episode 14 - Addictions & Sexual Sin
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Zach & Kevin are joined by Alaina Smith, as they discuss the addictions and behaviors that impact marriages and intimacy, and how there is hope and healing in Christ.
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Episode 13 - The Brain & Addictions
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Zach & Kevin are joined by Dr. Joel Robertson to discuss our brains and how we can put the wisdom from Philippians 4:8 about filling our minds with good things into practice.
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Episode 12 - Families & Substance Abuse
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Zach and Kevin are joined by Social Worker and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor Marge Lucas, as they discuss how substance abuse impacts the family just as much as it does the person who is addicted.
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Episode 11 - The Anatomy of Addiction
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
Zach and Kevin are joined by Matt Krieg from the Hole In My Heart Podcast, as they begin a new series about addiction. Matt shares his personal story of overcoming addiction, we explore the science of addiction, and look at what Scripture has to say.
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Episode 10 - Self-Awareness Within Conflict
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Zach and Kevin are joined by Brooke Holmes as they discuss being self-aware through conflict, why it is important to be humble and curious, and what happens when you don't address your hurts.
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Episode 09 - Repairing Problems & Setting Boundaries
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Zach and Kevin are joined by Jim Brazel as they discuss repairing problems within the family and how to set appropriate boundaries.
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Episode 08 - Wounds & Trauma
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Zach and Kevin are joined by Rev. Dr. Brian Smilde as they discuss wounding and trauma, how to identify trauma, and how important it is to process it in a healthy way.
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Episode 07 - Transcending Conflict
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Zach and Kevin begin a new series about conflict within the family. They discuss how important it is not to simply resolve conflict, but to transcend it.
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Episode 06 - Anxiety Through Transition
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Zach and Kevin are joined by Amy Zeilstra, as they discuss the transition period of young adulthood and explore ways to deal with the anxiety that this stage of life brings.
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Episode 05 - Anxiety in Teenagers
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Zach and Kevin are joined by James Murray, as they discuss what anxiety looks like for teenagers right now, how parents can help them, and some healthy coping skills to develop.
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Episode 04 - Anxiety in Adolescence
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
In a continuation of last episode's conversation, Zach and Kevin are joined once again by Linda Saum and Caleb Jones as they discuss anxiety in adolescence, and some practical spiritual and clinical steps both parents and kids can take.
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Episode 03 - Anxiety in Early Childhood
Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Zach and Kevin are joined by Linda Saum and Caleb Jones, as they discuss what anxiety looks like in early childhood and how parents can ask the right questions.
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Episode 02 - The Science of Anxiety
Tuesday, September 5, 2023
Zach and Kevin are joined by Nicole Fryling as they take a deeper look at what is actually happening in your brain when you feel anxious and some practical steps to take.
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Episode 01 - Through Rough Waters
Tuesday, August 22, 2023
Join Zach & Kevin as they begin a new journey through the world of mental health.
God is our mighty fortress, always ready to help in times of trouble. And so, we won't be afraid! Let the earth tremble and the mountains tumble into the deepest sea. Let the ocean roar and foam, and its raging waves shake the mountains.
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