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Redmond Christian Counseling

A Christian Perspective on Solid and Healthy Relationships

Everyone struggles with relationships at one time or another. But do you struggle to form any kind of relationship at all? Do your friendships leave you feeling empty inside? You might think that relationships should be easy, but the reality is that they require a lot of work. If you are frustrated with your relationships, you should know that you don’t have to struggle alone. Christian counseling for relationships can help you develop the strong, healthy connections you desire.

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Christina Thompson

Jul
2025
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How to Identify and Heal from a Codependent Relationship

Christina Thompson

Our relationships are an important part of what makes us who we are. Not only do our relationships contribute to our flourishing, but the patterns we form and the people we surround ourselves with reflect our values and how we navigate the world. It’s also true to say that we aren’t always conscious of what we’re doing in our relationships, nor do we find it easy to pinpoint issues that may exist in those relationships, especially in a codependent relationship. This article aims to help you identify any codependent patterns in your relationships. Codependency can exist in the parent-child relationship, between siblings, among coworkers, and in romantic partnerships. A codependent...

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Dr. Kevin Klar

Jul
2025
09

Abandonment Issues in Relationships: How Abandonment Enters Adult Relationship Dynamics

Dr. Kevin Klar

Abandonment issues in relationships can be a challenging reality. As you interact with others, you’re often not responding necessarily to what’s before you, but you’re bringing your trove of past life experiences into the moment. Those past experiences shape how you perceive the present and how you interact with others. The life experiences we have imprint themselves on us in ways we don’t always discern clearly. A bad childhood experience with bees can lead to discomfort or a deep-seated fear of them or other buzzing insects. A tragedy attached to the holiday season can make that time of year bittersweet for many years to come. We are the sum of...

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Having had the opportunity to observe Mali Hawkins MS, LMFTA, caring for people in many different situations, it’s easy to state that she is exceptionally gifted to listen, stay present, encourage and wisely counsel others.

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Everyone is a little tangled up. One of the worst things is that we sometimes can’t see how we’re tangled up, so we struggle to make sense of our own stories.  Chris has helped to clarify things for me.  By observing where issues were linked and noting how stories were related, Chris helped me to see how connected things are.

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I often quote the things you said in our sessions, both to (my spouse) and to myself as we go along. It was a wonderful season of counseling, and the balance of my life will be better for having spent the time with you.

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Chris has been and continues to be helpful in getting my life back together after an unwanted divorce of a 23 year marriage. I would recommend him to anyone of ny faith, but especially a Christian.

With a sister and a mother who both work as therapists, and a father who works as a pastor, I am an unusual case for any therapist to take on. Many would assume I have the support I need to work through any trial life brings my way.

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