This week, I’m joined by someone whose work has profoundly shaped my own healing journey—Dr. Hillary McBride. A psychologist, researcher,... more

Do you feel constantly driven to get everything right—to be the perfect partner, parent, worker, or friend? On this week's... more

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the invisible yet relentless responsibilities that occupy your mind every single day? You’re not... more

In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Alison talks with Sheila Wray Gregoire, groundbreaking author of The Great Sex Rescue. They confront... more

In this week’s episode, Dr. Alison explores the pervasive issue of narcissism—a term that's become increasingly relevant in today's culture.... more

In this episode, Dr. Dan Allender, a pioneer in Christian counseling and founder of The Allender Center, joins Dr. Alison... more

In this powerful episode, Dr. Alison welcomes Adam Young, a psychotherapist and author of the new book, “Make Sense of... more

In this special bonus episode of The Best of You podcast, Dr. Alison welcomes Annie F. Downs, New York Times... more

This week Dr. Alison dives into a heartfelt exploration of rejection, including how we internalize rejection from early life experiences,... more

In this profoundly insightful episode, Dr. Alison explores the often overlooked "young places" within our souls with John Eldredge, New... more

Today, we're diving deep into something that touches so many of us—why we seek external validation and approval from others,... more

In this unmissable bonus episode, Dr. Alison chats with Carlos Whittaker, best-selling author and podcast host, about his life-changing experience... more

Have you ever wondered how to transform daily stress into personal strength and resilience? In today's must-listen episode, Dr. Alison is... more

Do you feel guilty for not doing enough—or take responsibility for things that aren’t yours to own? Today Dr. Alison tackles... more

What if the behaviors you turn to for comfort—whether it’s overworking, people-pleasing, or numbing out—aren’t the real problem, but rather... more

Are you always the one taking care of and fixing problems for everyone else? Today, I'm taking a deep dive into... more

What’s the secret to healing marriage struggles and fostering deep connection? In this heartfelt and incredibly vulnerable conversation, Ron and Nan... more

How do you experience loving attachment when trauma leaves you feeling shattered? In this incredibly profound and insightful episode, therapist and... more

Feeling exhaustion or post-holiday blues? How can we step into the New Year feeling refreshed and empowered? ‍ In this honest and... more

Are you curious about how science and spirituality intersect in understanding and treating mental health conditions like OCD? This week, therapist... more

How do you move from feeling stuck to finding meaning and healing in your grief? In today’s episode, I’m honored to... more

Do you feel like you’re constantly caring for others, whether it’s aging parents, your kids, or even your career—and there’s... more

Do the holidays bring a mix of joy and complicated emotions for you? We're supposed to feel grateful, and parts of... more

Have you ever wondered if someone you know might be on the autism spectrum—or even questioned it about yourself? Autism Spectrum... more

Do you ever feel stuck in anxious thoughts? Are you longing for more moments of calm throughout your day? Every single one... more

Are you carrying burdens that aren't entirely your own? Could understanding your family's past be the key to unlocking a... more

Are patterns from your past influencing how you show up in relationships today? In this episode, we explore how early family... more

Did you know that by adulthood, most people have experienced some form of sexual wounding? Today's conversation with Sam Jolman, therapist... more

Today's episode is a fascinating conversation about the phenomenon of "purity culture." You've heard the phrase, but my guest today,... more

If you’ve ever struggled to set boundaries or wondered why it’s so hard to respect them in others, this episode... more

What do you do after someone hurts you? How do you heal the pain that lingers inside of you? This is such... more

Has anxiety ever made it hard for you to connect with God? Do you love God but sometimes struggle with... more

We all face doubt, disappointment, and even disillusionment at times. In today’s episode, I’m sharing with you my framework for cultivating... more

Today’s conversation is a fascinating deep-dive into celebrity culture with Katelyn Beaty, editor and author of Celebrities For Jesus: How... more

It was an absolute honor to sit down with New York Times bestselling author & public historian Dr. Jemar Tisby... more

Today, Cindy and I are tackling your questions about therapy, shedding light on research, common challenges, and insights to help... more

Have you ever felt like you’ve grown and healed, but the people around you haven’t? In today’s episode, I’m joined by... more

Did you grow up in a blended family? Are you navigating the complexities of creating one? Blended families face unique challenges,... more

Do you want to learn how to strengthen your relationship over time? Do you want to have better communication and... more

Do you struggle to let go of pain from your past? If so, you do not want to miss today's episode!... more

Why do I struggle with mental health? How do I respond to Christians who claim there's no such thing as mental... more

What if anxiety isn't your enemy? What if it's trying to help? We all feel anxious at times. As we close out... more

Do you ever get activated by your kids—even when they’re not really doing anything wrong? It happens to the best of... more

We all need to tune up our boundaries from time to time, especially when encountering difficult people. Today, I'm sharing... more

Do you ever struggle with negative beliefs about yourself, even though you know they aren't true? We all carry burdens that... more

Do you ever feel like you're wearing a mask, hiding how you really feel from others? Do you find yourself in... more

Have you or someone you love struggled with depression? If so, you’re not alone. Rates of depression have increased in the... more

Have you wondered how a single negative comment can shape your beliefs about yourself? In this episode, we dive into the... more

Are you ever tempted to lie to spare someone’s feelings or avoid conflict? You're not alone. Research shows that most people... more

Have you ever felt isolated because you can't open up to others? Do you worry that showing vulnerability might lead to... more

We don't want to gossip, but most of us do it. What if gossip actually plays a deeper role in... more

Do you ever feel distant from God? Do you struggle with conflicting emotions or unanswered questions that make it hard to... more

Happy Book Launch day! Today I Shouldn't Feel This Way is out in the world AND it's the two-year anniversary... more

How do you navigate anger in your family? What do you do when a parent who was supposed to love... more

Have you ever felt betrayed by someone you thought you could trust? It's a deeply painful experience that can leave you... more

Do you ever feel like your spirit is broken? Do you feel like you can't put yourself back together despite your... more

What do you do when you're grieving? How do you support others through grief? Grief shows up in all of our lives—whether... more

Do you walk on eggshells with someone you love? Do you sometimes feel like you can't have an honest conversation? Signs of... more

If you’re human, you’ve encountered some toxic behaviors. We all have. And it’s not wise to be naive about them.... more