Catching up on a great read this summer may be on your list of fun things to do. Most of us consider reading books as simply a way to pass the time. But I’ve discovered there are actually health benefits attached to this favorite leisure activity. Who knew?! According to thehealthsite.com, there are several science-based…
We all make mistakes. And many times, the wrong behaviors we succumb to happen during times of isolation—similar to what we’re going through now with so much time at home. But sinful actions don’t remain in seclusion. They always spread through us and then to those we love and share community with day-to-day. As we…
Barry Yeiser joined the Babb Center staff in September 2019, bringing with him over 24 years of mental health counseling experience including 16 years in private practice. He is a solution-focused therapist providing individual, couples, and family counseling. Barry specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, addiction & recovery, marriage, parenting, family issues, grief & loss, as well as…
Marriage can be tough for everyone—even for those who have committed their lives and family to the Lord. But consider living the Christian life when your spouse is a non-believer. Now, that can be incredibly challenging! It may be that you desire to partner on important matters of your faith, but your spouse is resistant to your thoughts. So, how…
Is viewing pornography really that harmful? If you’re male, more than likely you’ve at least considered this question a time or two. And if you’ve asked it, more than likely you’ve attempted to rationalize its use. However, I want to begin by acknowledging that porn use is not strictly a male issue. Some females do engage…
Stress invades our lives. Parenting magnifies it. Single parenting makes it enormous. I had the opportunity to be a guest with Robert Beeson and Kimberly Mitchell on the Solo Parent Society podcast. We talk about the stress of raising children & teenagers on your own, along with practical steps to take for survival. These stress-busting strategies…
Four years ago on this date, I started working from home. The job for which I had moved across state lines was abruptly changed by upper management. The shocking situation left me in a dilemma of what to do next. I was angry at those who had made the decision. I was confused about how the…
I had a moment recently with one of my teenagers, but not one of those heart-warming moments that you see on a Hallmark channel movie. We had to have this “convo” (aka “conversation” for those of us over 30) because there were some patterns I was seeing her demonstrate that I wanted to address. Nothing too…
As a newlywed (almost two years), I’m the first to admit that I am NOT an expert on marriage. There are certainly more individuals who are wiser and have MANY more years under their belt. But when I was newly engaged—so eager and excited to start the next chapter of life with my fiancé—I was…
As a single adult, you may feel like everyone else has found their true love and living in wedded bliss! Well, you may be surprised at some recent statistics. Single adults actually represent 45.2% of the American population over 18 years of age. Even though that’s close to half of the population, many singles still…