Anticipatory anxiety is the fear before the fear—a racing heart, spiraling thoughts, and stomach knots days before the actual event. Whether it’s social anxiety before a party or panic about driving over a bridge, this hidden form of anxiety can feel overwhelming. But you’re not alone—and you don’t have to stay stuck. Learn practical, faith-based strategies to overcome anticipatory anxiety, including naming the fear, praying honestly, and taking one small courageous step. Discover how God meets you not just in the fear, but in the waiting too.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) affects millions, including faithful Christians who deeply love God but feel trapped in cycles of intrusive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, and relentless guilt. From religious scrupulosity and contamination fears to “just right” perfectionism, OCD can make believers question their salvation, fear offending God, or feel overwhelmed by anxiety. But there is hope. With Christ-centered counseling, biblical truth, and practical tools like the 5R Method (Recognize, Reject, Replace, Rehearse, Rejoice), healing is possible. You can break free from OCD’s grip and rest in God’s grace

Depression can feel like a suffocating fog, especially for Christians who wonder why they're still struggling despite their faith. If you’ve ever asked, “Why do I feel so low if I belong to Jesus?”—you’re not alone. The truth is, freedom from depression isn’t found in trying harder, but in resting in your identity in Christ. In this post, we’ll explore how biblical truth and wise action can lead to lasting hope and healing, even in the darkest moments.

Do you ever wake up with a racing heart, tight chest, or a sense of dread—before your feet even hit the floor? That’s morning anxiety, and you’re not alone. For many, anxiety feels strongest at the start of the day, triggered by a surge in stress hormones, poor sleep, or fearful thoughts about the day ahead.

The good news? You can calm your mornings with simple, biblical strategies that quiet your mind and steady your heart. In this article, we’ll explore what causes morning anxiety—and how to shift from panic to peace, one small, faith-filled step at a time.

Not sure whether you need one-on-one counseling or the support of a group to overcome fear, anxiety, or panic? In this post, you’ll discover the key differences between biblical counseling and coaching—so you can choose the path that best fits your needs, personality, and season. Whether you’re looking for personalized help or the power of community, there’s a hope-filled option waiting for you.

Struggling with agoraphobia and panic attacks? Hear Carol’s panic-to-peace story. Discover biblical truth and practical tools to overcome fear of leaving home, driving, or crowded spaces. Learn how faith-based counseling and coaching can help you break the cycle of fear and step into lasting peace.

Struggling with Social Anxiety as a Christian? You're Not Alone.
Social anxiety doesn’t just affect shy people—it can hijack your confidence, relationships, and sense of worth. If you’ve asked, “What if I freeze? What if I look stupid?”—this is for you. Social anxiety disorder affects over 7% of U.S. adults each year, including many Christians who silently suffer, believing they should just “pray harder.” But God is not disappointed in you. His Word offers something far better than performance-based self-help: freedom through identity in Christ.

Struggling with taboo OCD as a Christian? You're not alone. Taboo OCD involves unwanted, intrusive thoughts—often sexual, violent, or blasphemous—that clash with your deepest values. This post offers biblical hope and practical help for believers battling Sexual Orientation OCD, Religious OCD, Harm OCD, Pedophilia OCD, or other shame-based obsessions.

Do you panic at the thought of throwing up or catching a stomach bug? You’re not alone—and you’re not broken. Emetophobia, or the fear of vomiting, is a common yet often overlooked anxiety struggle, especially among Christian women.

Do you ever feel confused about who you really are? In a world that labels us by our jobs, our past mistakes, or our feelings, it’s easy to forget our true identity. But God offers a better, unshakable identity—one rooted in Christ. You’re not defined by fear, failure, or performance. You are chosen, cherished, and complete in Him.

Learn how to overcome intrusive thoughts with a Christian, Bible-based approach. This post explains why you don’t need to get rid of intrusive thoughts and offers practical, faith-driven steps for managing them—including labeling, not reacting, and refocusing your mind. Discover how Romans 12:2 and the science of neuroplasticity reveal that your brain can be renewed through God’s truth. Stop obsessive thinking and find peace by aligning your thoughts with Scripture and God’s design.

Struggling with panic attacks or disordered anxiety? Learn how to recognize the anxiety cycle, break free from avoidance, and find peace through biblical truth. This post by Dr. Lucy Ann Moll combines practical tools and Christian encouragement to help you overcome fear, anxiety, and panic with lasting hope.

Driving anxiety can feel paralyzing—but it doesn’t have to define you. Jessica once avoided the road after a panic attack, but with faith and small steps, she found freedom. You can too. Healing starts one mile at a time.

Health anxiety traps you in a cycle of fear, even when doctors assure you you're fine. It leads to sleepless nights, constant worry, and compulsive symptom-checking. In this second part of a two-part series, discover how to shift your focus to God’s faithfulness and renew your mind by replacing anxious thoughts with God’s truth. Learn to break free from health anxiety.

Struggling with health anxiety? You're not alone. Many Christians find themselves trapped in a cycle of fear, googling symptoms and imagining the worst. But true freedom comes not from endless reassurance—but from God's peace. Discover how applying a sound mind to biblical truth can help you break free from health anxiety and live with faith over fear.

Christian meditation focuses on Scripture. Like any new habit, you’ll need to stick with it to become second nature, but you can do it!

Loneliness can strike hardest during the holidays, summer months, or major life transitions—but it doesn’t have to define you. Discover how to break free from isolation, reconnect with God and others, and find true belonging in this practical, hope-filled guide.

What? A biblical counselor who gets panic attacks? Yes, panic attacks can happen even to faithful Christians. I had a full-blown, heart-pounding panic on and off for many years, though now this experience is rare for me.

When your motivations, desires, and beliefs do not in line with what God wants for you — and he always wants what’s best for you, even when it doesn’t feel like it — you experience a trial.

Anxiety drains your energy, but with biblical strategies, you can fight back. Find rest in Jesus, renew your mind with truth, and care for your body through better sleep and movement. You don’t have to face anxiety alone—there’s hope and help available.