Your Labels Don't Define You with Brenda Stewart LMHC (GRACED SERIES)

Join me as I speak with my friend, Brenda Stewart, LMHC. Brenda brings both personal and professional experience to the show. She honestly shares how early sexual abuse led to an eating disorder during her college years. After overcoming incredible odds, God directed her into the field of counseling. She now provides therapy for women who struggle with sexual trauma, eating disorders, and anxiety. As we spoke, I couldn't help but think of Joseph’s words in Genesis 50:20 (NLT), "You intended to harm me, but God intended it all for good. He brought me to this position so I could save the lives of many people." What Satan meant for evil in Brenda's life, God is using to do so much good!! Brenda's compassionate heart and practical advice overflow in this episode! You will be encouraged and inspired by this hope-filled conversation.Connect with Brenda:Wellspring InstagramFacebookLinked InWant to stay in the loop about our fall retreat? Join my email list!Brenda’s Book Recs:Try Softer Aundi KolberDisappointment with God by Philip YanceyThe Next Right Thing by Emily  P Freeman Getting Past Your Past by Francine  ShapiroPractical skills to alleviate stress and anxiety Benda Mentioned:Vegas Nerve Excises (Look on YouTube)T. Temperature changeI. Intense exerciseP. Paced BreathingP. Progressive Muscle RelaxationMore about Brenda:Brenda Stewart holds a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Regent University and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and Louisiana and a Nationally Certified Counselor. She is the founder of Wellspring Therapy Associates, a clinically sound, faith-based practice in the Orlando area. She specializes in working with clients who struggle with trauma, eating disorders, and anxiety. Brenda also provides coaching and consultation to individuals, small groups, and organizations on the prevention and recovery of compassion fatigue and burnout. Brenda is passionate about helping others heal and imparts hope to her clients throughout the therapy process.Thanks for listening! If you like the podcast, you will love Teresa's weekly podcast update.  Sign up here.Order Graced: How God Redeems and Restores the BrokenBook Teresa to speak at an upcoming event!Music: Home (Inspirational And Uplifting Acoustic Guitar) by Daniel CarrizalezAny Amazon links on this page are affiliate links. To learn more about what that means, click here.