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Heart Set Above
by Heart Set Above
Ever wished for a therapist’s wisdom without compromising your faith? Enter the Heart Set Above Podcast. Hosted by Ellen and Georgia—two licensed therapists blending clinical expertise with deep biblical truth. ✨ Real Talk. Biblical Wisdom. Clinical Insight. Faith-Driven Healing. ✨Join us as we wrestle with life's toughest questions, deepening our connection with God, ourselves, and others along the way.
Episodes
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What 11 Years of Marriage Taught Me About Jesus
Celebrating an 11th wedding anniversary on Heart Set Above. Join Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, for a personal reflection on this special milestone. Usually, we focus on therapeutic frameworks here, but today is different. As Ellen celebrates 11 years of marriage, shes stepping back to share a more…
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Why "protecting yourself" might be the thing keeping you stuck
In this episode of Heart Set Above Ellen Radcliff LMFT, and Co- Host Georgia unpack the core self, the "exiles" we carry from childhood wounds, and the protector parts that form around them. Together they explore: Why IFS can feel "woo-woo" at first — and why it's worth pushing past that The…
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Unburdening and Why I Won't Promise You Full Healing
This episode of the Heart Set Above podcast concludes our series on Internal Family Systems. If you have been curious about how IFS therapy functions in daily life, this summary provides the essential framework for applying these concepts. We break down how to identify internal parts and why this...
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How to Heal Exiled Parts With God
In this episode of the Heart Set Above Podcast, Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, takes the next step in the Internal Family Systems (IFS) journey: moving past protector parts and into the deeper, more tender places within us — the exiled parts. These are the younger, more vulnerable parts of us that carry...
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Gentle Steps to Connect With Your Protector Parts
In this episode of Heart Set Above we explore gentle, faith-filled ways to care for our hearts and walk in deeper wholeness with the Lord. In today’s episode of our Internal Family Systems (IFS) series, we’re taking the next tender step together—learning how to truly connect with our parts,...
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Why Do I Self-Sabotage? The Truth About Protector Parts
What if the part of you that you hate the most — the inner critic, the wall-builder, the people-pleaser — is actually trying to protect you? In this episode of the Heart Set Above Podcast, Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, dives deeper into Internal Family Systems (IFS) by exploring protector parts: what…
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Why Do We Build Walls? Understanding IFS Protector Parts Through a Faith Lens
What does a childhood memory about spicy food have to do with healing your inner wounds? More than you'd think. In this episode of the Heart Set Above Podcast, Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, gets personal — sharing a real-life example of how Internal Family Systems (IFS) actually works from the inside…
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Understanding Your Inner World: Internal Family Systems & Faith
In this episode of the Heart Set Above podcast, Ellen Radcliffe, LMFT, introduces Internal Family Systems (IFS) — a therapeutic framework that helps people understand the different “parts” of themselves with greater compassion, clarity, and honesty. But this isn’t IFS disconnected from faith.…
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How Autism Changed Our Faith (The Hard Truth) | Ep. 2
In this episode of the Heart Set Above Podcast, Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, is joined by Chelsea Novak for part 2 of our Autism Awareness Month episodes. How does your faith hold up when life doesn’t go the way you planned? We move beyond diagnosis and daily life—and into the deeper, more personal...
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From Diagnosis to Acceptance: Raising Kids with Autism | Ep. 1
In this episode of the Heart Set Above Podcast, Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, is joined by Chelsea Novak for Autism Awareness Month. Join us for an unfiltered conversation between two moms navigating autism at very different stages. One is newly diagnosed. One is years into the journey. Both are learning...
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When You Mess Up: How to Handle Shame, Repair Relationships & Return to God
What do you do when you mess up — especially when you should know better? In this episode of the Heart Set Above Podcast, therapists Ellen and Georgia have an honest conversation about mistakes, shame, and the process of repairing relationships with both God and others. Even as therapists who…
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Trusting God in the Messy Middle of Family and Faith
In this episode of the Heart Set Above podcast, host Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, shares a personal update on her life, ministry, and the exciting (and challenging) shifts ahead in 2026. As a former lesbian turned faith leader, therapist, and mom of two neurodiverse boys, Ellen opens up about navigating...
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Staying Close to God Without All the Answers
In this episode of Heart Set Above, therapists Ellen and Georgia respond to a listener question many Christians quietly carry: How can I pursue closeness with God when parts of Scripture disturb me—and I can’t “resolve” the tension? Instead of offering a neat theological bow (we’re not...
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Serving God Without the Pressure: Why He Wants You, Not Your Performance
Join host Ellen Radcliff on this week’s episode of the Heart Set Above Podcast as she unpacks a freeing truth many believers overlook: God invites us to serve Him—not because He needs us, but because He longs to be with us. Through honest reflection and real-life examples from her counseling…
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Listening Like Jesus
In this Heart Set Above episode, Georgia and Ellen pull back the curtain on what therapists actually learn—and why it matters for everyday relationships and Christian living. From trauma-training surprises (“we paid to learn how to be quiet!”) to Jesus’ non-anxious presence with Mary and Martha,...
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Nearness to God in Life’s Storms: Nearness #9
In this episode of the Heart Set Above Podcast, host Ellen Radcliff, LMFT pauses the Nearness series to set clear expectations: drawing near to God doesn’t mean all of life’s problems vanish. Fear, grief, and anxiety still come—but God’s presence changes how we experience them. Ellen shares…
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Using Visualization to Rest in God’s Presence: Nearness #8
In this episode of the Heart Set Above Podcast, host Ellen Radcliff, LMFT continues the Nearness series by exploring how we can move beyond simply making space in our lives to truly filling that space with God’s presence. Drawing from Matthew 12:43–45, Ellen reminds us that empty space doesn’t…
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Grief as Holy Ground: Nearness Series #7
In this episode of Heart Set Above, Ellen Radcliff, LMFT takes us into one of the deepest and most universal emotions: grief. Far from being just about death or tragedy, grief shows up in everyday disappointments, broken relationships, feelings of inadequacy, and the ache of living in a fallen...
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Processing Emotions with God: Nearness Series #6
In this episode of Heart Set Above (part of the Nearness series), Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, explores the hidden world of emotions and how they shape our walk with God. She talks about: The difference between primary and secondary emotions Why anger, sarcasm, or withdrawal often mask deeper feelings...
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Sabbath & God’s Rhythm for Restoration: Nearness Series #5
Welcome back to the Heart Set Above Podcast with Ellen Radcliff, LMFT. In today’s episode of our Nearness series, Ellen explores the beauty and depth of the Sabbath—a rhythm designed by God not just for rest, but for true restoration. In a culture that confuses “rest” with binging Netflix or...
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Reflection & Connection: Practical Rhythms for Nearness to God: Nearness Series #4
Welcome back to the Heart Set Above Podcast with Ellen Radcliff, LMFT. In this episode from our Nearness series, Ellen shares practical wisdom on how reflection and intentional connection draw us closer to God and to the people we love. Too often, life runs us instead of us running it. But by...
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Creating Time and Space for God in Everyday Life: Nearness Series #3
So many of us—whether as parents, spouses, friends, leaders, or coworkers—find ourselves juggling endless responsibilities while feeling spiritually and emotionally stretched thin. If that sounds familiar, this episode of the Heart Set Above Podcast will meet you right where you are. Host Ellen...
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How God’s Presence Heals Fear & Anxiety: Nearness Series #2
Welcome back to the Heart Set Above Podcast with Ellen Radcliff, LMFT. In this second episode of our new series, Ellen explores the powerful truth that “nearness is never without effect.” Through stories, psychology insights, and Scripture, she reveals how proximity shapes us in relationships, in...
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Finding God’s Presence in Our Anxiety: Nearness Series #1
In this episode of the Heart Set Above Podcast, Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, unpacks the profound truth that “nearness is never without effect.” From synced heartbeats to shared emotions, Ellen shows how proximity transforms us in relationships, in our bodies, and in nature itself—and ultimately, how...
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Pilgrimage of the Heart: Making Space for God
In this episode, Ellen and Georgia open up about the rhythms of retreat, rest, and pilgrimage in their own lives. Georgia reflects on her recent journey to the island of Iona in Scotland—an experience filled with awe, joy, and the surprising intimacy of being “whisked away” by God. Ellen shares…
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Faith, Boundaries & the Messy Middle: Loving Adult Kids with Conviction & Compassion
Welcome to the final episode of the Holding On & Letting Go series on the Heart Set Above Podcast with Ellen Radcliff, LMFT—a space where therapy meets theology and grace meets grit. In Part 5, we’re getting practical. What does it actually look like to love your adult child well when their...
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Surrender Without Giving Up: Parenting Adult Kids with Grace
This is Part 4 of our series with host Ellen Radcliff, LMFT—for Christian parents navigating complicated or strained relationships with their adult children—especially those who have stepped away from the faith. In this episode, Ellen explores the spiritual invitation of surrender—not as weakness...
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The Grief No One Talks About: Christian Parents & Estranged Adult Children
In Part 3 of our series for Christian parents of adult children who’ve drifted from faith, Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, explores the unspoken grief that often sits beneath fear, shame, and confusion. This isn’t grief from loss by death—it’s the sorrow of watching your child become someone you didn’t...
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Delayed Spiritual Development & Parental Guilt
In Part 2 of this series for Christian parents of adult children who are no longer (or not yet) walking with God, Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, unpacks two common burdens many faithful parents carry: delayed development and parental guilt. 💭 Is your grown child making choices that leave you confused,...
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Bridges, Not Walls: Loving Your Adult Child Through the Tension of Truth
When your adult child walks away from the faith—or chooses a path that feels deeply at odds with what they were raised to believe—how do you respond as a Christian parent? In this heartfelt opening episode of our new series, Holding On and Letting Go, Ellen Radcliff, LMFT shares her own powerful...
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What Psychology Taught Us About God
Ellen and Georgia dive deep into one of the most transformative therapeutic concepts—Unconditional Positive Regard—and why it's essential not only for therapists, but for every Christian seeking to love like Christ. Drawing from their graduate training and personal faith journeys, they unpack how...
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Before & After Experiencing Trauma
In this episode of Heart Set Above, therapists Ellen and Georgia dive into the vast and often misunderstood landscape of trauma. Why does trauma affect us so differently? How do we define it—and more importantly, how do we begin to heal from it? Together, they explore what trauma really is, why…
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Is Self-Care Biblical? Therapy Through a Faith Lens
Is self-care just trendy pop psychology—or is it deeply biblical? In this episode of Heart Set Above, Ellen & Georgia have an honest & insightful conversation on what rest really means in a world running on burnout. They unpack the overlap between theology and therapy, explore the spiritual depth...
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Homesickness for Heaven: Navigating Life Far From Eden
In this episode, Ellen and Georgia dive deep into the reality of living "Out of Eden." Why do we feel grief, homesickness, or a sense that we were made for something more? How does brokenness show up in our lives in both big and small ways? Together, they explore the ache that comes from living…
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The Long Journey of Refinement & Christian Growth
Welcome back to Hearts and Above! In today’s episode, Georgia and Ellen are opening up about something we all wrestle with at some point: refinement. What does it really mean to grow in your faith? And why does it sometimes feel like you're stuck, or not growing at all? From honest stories...
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Finding Hope When Our Loved Ones Drift From God
In this Threads from the Couch episode of the Heart Set Above podcast, host Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, reflects on a moving session with a client burdened by her daughter's spiritual distance. As they unpacked grief and fear, one truth emerged: God does some of His best work in the mess. Drawing from...
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Are Therapists the New Priests? Faith, Therapy & Finding the Right Fit
In this episode of Heart Set Above, Ellen and Georgia peel back the layers of what it really means to be a therapist—and a client—in today’s culture. They explore the nuanced intersection of faith and mental health, from their own journeys into the profession to the growing perception of…
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The Relational Cost Of Judgement
In this episode of Heart Set Above, Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, shares a deeply personal journey through parenting a child recently diagnosed with autism—and the hidden emotional toll of judgment, especially from those closest to us. From fears about the future to the quiet pain of perceived criticism,...
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Helping Parents Talk to Their Kids About Identity, Gender, and Belonging: A Guide for Christian Parents with Amber Carrol
Ellen and Georgia welcome Amber Carroll, a speaker, mom, and missionary consultant with Equip, for a heartfelt and eye-opening conversation on navigating LGBTQ+ topics within Christian families and churches. Amber shares her deeply personal journey—beginning with her marriage to a gay man and...
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Why Forgiveness Feels So Hard
“Forgiveness is a journey, not a light switch.” In this powerful episode of Heart Set Above, your hosts Ellen and Georgia dig into the real, raw, and often painful emotions surrounding forgiveness — especially the kind taught from the pulpit. Ever felt like forgiveness sermons just make you feel...
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Emotional Dependence and Spiritual Rebirth: Ellen's Journey of Faith
In this deeply personal episode of Heart Set Above, Ellen, LMFT, & Georgia open up for the very first time about her spiritual journey — not from the stage, but from the soul. From growing up in a loving yet complex Christian home, to grappling with identity, emotional enmeshment, and a season of...
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Find Peace In Overwhelming Times
Do you ever feel like you're falling behind in life, like there’s just too much to learn and not enough time? In this heartfelt episode of the Heart Set Above Podcast, Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, opens up about the anxiety of information overload—especially as a parent navigating her son’s autism...
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The Pain of Being Misunderstood
In this episode of Heart Set Above, Host, Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, explores the profound pain of being misunderstood—something we all experience, yet rarely pause to examine. Drawing from her own life as an introvert, therapist, and mother of an autistic child, Ellen unpacks how misunderstanding...
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Finding a Deep Connection With God in a Chaotic World
In this of Heart Set Above, Ellen & Georgia explore the lost spiritual discipline of silence and solitude—how it can help us slow down, hear God's voice, and truly connect with Him in the midst of our fast-paced, modern lives. We dive into personal stories, practical tips, and reflections on how...
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7 Prayers for Christian Parents of Unbelieving Children
In this heartfelt episode of Heart Set Above , Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, explores a deep and painful reality that many parents face—the heartbreak of watching a child walk a different spiritual path. Through the story of a grieving parent, Ellen offers wisdom, encouragement, and seven powerful…
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Healing Generational Patterns: Schema Assessments, Parenting, and Faith with Matina Montes
In part two of our conversation with Matina Montes, we dive even deeper into the complexities of faith formation and family dynamics. Matina introduces us to schema assessments, a powerful tool that uncovers generational patterns and helps families navigate hurt, connection, and spiritual growth....
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Raising Faithful Hearts: Navigating Spiritual Formation in Parenting with Matina Montes
In this episode of Heart Set Above, Ellen and Georgia welcome special guest Matina Montes, a seasoned expert in spiritual formation, to explore the profound journey of raising children in faith. Matina shares invaluable insights from her studies and research, including the key stages of faith...
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What Does It Mean To Have A Heart Set Above
In this episode of Heart Set Above, Ellen & Georgia dive deep into what it truly means to have a heart set above—one that is fully focused on God amidst life's distractions. What does Scripture say about aligning our thoughts, desires, and actions with heavenly priorities? How can we cultivate a...
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Threads From The Couch: The Ache of Eden
Why do we feel a deep, unshakable longing for something more—something just beyond our grasp? Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, explore the ancient ache of being separated from Eden, the place of perfect communion with God, creation, and one another. We’ll unpack the spiritual, emotional, and even physical...
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Do Not Be Afraid - Why?
Fear is something we all experience, but have you ever wondered why God tells us not to fear? Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, unpacks the deeper meaning behind this command and explores how faith can replace fear in our daily lives. Through biblical insights and personal reflections, she reveals the…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Ever wished for a therapist’s wisdom without compromising your faith? Enter the Heart Set Above Podcast. Hosted by Ellen and Georgia—two licensed therapists blending clinical expertise with deep biblical truth. ✨ Real Talk. Biblical Wisdom. Clinical Insight. Faith-Driven Healing. ✨Join us as we wrestle with life's toughest questions, deepening our connection with God, ourselves, and others along the way.
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Ever wished for a therapist’s wisdom without compromising your faith? Enter the Heart Set Above Podcast. Hosted by Ellen and Georgia—two licensed therapists blending clinical expertise with deep biblical truth. ✨ Real Talk. Biblical Wisdom. Clinical Insight. Faith-Driven Healing. ✨Join us as we...
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