Dr. John Townsend is the co-author of the Gold Medallion Award-winning Boundaries and Boundaries in Marriage. Dr. Townsend is a dynamic communicator who is entertaining, thought provoking, and immeasurably practical. Dr. Townsend is a prolific writer in Christian psychology, co-authoring nearly 20 books. His latest book is Boundaries with Teens: When to Say Yes and How to Say No. Other books include: God Will Make a Way: What to Do When You don't Know What to Do; How People Grow; Raising Great Kids, Boundaries with Kids, Boundaries in Marriage; Boundaries in Dating; Safe People: How to Find Relationship That Are Good for You and Avoid Those That Aren't; 12 "Christian" Beliefs That Can Drive You Crazy; and The Mom Factor. Dr. Townsend is a licensed clinical psychologist with a private practice in Newport Beach, California. He co-founded the Cloud-Townsend Clinic and Cloud-Townsend Resources. Dr. Townsend is co-host of New Life Live! radio program. He graduated with a doctorate in clinical psychology from Rosemead Graduate School of Psychology at Biola University.
8:30 am- Registration
9:00 am - General Session:-Dr. John Townsend
10:30 am - Break
10:45 am - AM Workshops
12:00 pm - Lunch
1:30 pm - PM Workshops
2:45 pm - Break
3:00 pm - Closing Session:-Dr. John Townsend
4:15 pm - Conference Ends
Presenter ideas: Doug Daugherty, Jerry Davis, Judy Huffman, Betty Jane Fratzke, Vance Maloney, Anne Reidenbach, Tim McFadden, Ken Rauch, Tim Gardner (AFI), Micah Clark (AFA).
Topic Ideas: bi-polar symptoms in adults and kids; coping with prodigal children; religious beliefs that help maintain or undermine emotional health; helping adult children forgive their parents; parenting the Difficult Child: Dealing effectively with sensitive, persistent, easily frustrated and very energetic kids; helping couples go from anger to intimacy; Energizing the second half of your marriage; the wonderful power of changing yourself; Soul virgins: pursuing God's heart for single adult sexuality; The married guys guide to great sex; assessment and treatment of childhood obesity; obsessive compulsive: the brilliant mind that just won't quite; women and depression, men and depression; What needs to grow . . . What needs to Go? Cultivating emotional and spiritual health for the single woman; Women and burnout: how to balance work, home, and life; weight loss for life; becoming a better leader (geared to business mid or top management); job transition (with the many job losses, retraining, etc. going on these days); dealing with guilt, adol. Substance abuse, depression, difficult people, anxiety.
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These sponsors have made a significant financial contribution to bring you this conference. We are very grateful for their commitment and generosity.
• REDEEMING YOUR EMOTIONS
Dr. Wayne Priest , Licensed Psychologist HSPP, Professor of Psychology, Huntington University
Many of us study scripture and understand how we should put particular commands into practice but we get "stuck" when it comes to the actual "doing" of it. Often we feel like Paul did when he said that he desired to do the good but did not do it (Rom. 7:18). Frequently our emotions get in the way of our most reasoned intentions. This workshop will help you understand how your emotions can be redeemed and used for the good rather than hindering you in your pursuit of godliness. We will differentiate between healthy and unhealthy responses to some basic emotions and discuss how these emotions can be used to advance your spiritual growth.
• CHRIST-CENTERED SELF-ESTEEM
Charles Gerber, Director of Christian Counseling Services, Muncie
Discover the four things that most people build their esteem on. Learn about the ten major reasons for low self-esteem. Develop practical concepts and skills for building self-esteem in yourself and others.
• WOMEN AND DEPRESSION
Dr. Robyn Geelhoed, Licensed Psychologist HSPP, Ball State Counseling Center, Private Practice - Still Waters Professional Counseling
Depression is a debilitating illness that affects over 19 million Americans per year, and women are twice as likely as men to experience an episode of clinical depression in their lifetime. Using a relational perspective, this interactive presentation will: (a) address the biological, psychosocial, and cultural factors that increase women's risk of depression; (b) present recent research regarding prevention and treatment of depression for women; (c) discuss spiritual issues as they relate to the experience of depression in women.
• ADULT CHILDREN FORGIVING THEIR PARENTS
Cheryl Perry-Confer, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, EAP Specialist for Parkview EAP, Therapist and consultant for Confer Consulting Services
Learn how to find freedom from past and present hurts. Discover ways to be released from doubts and misconceptions about forgiveness. Experience the true meaning of making peace with your past.
• CUTTING PAIN: DEALING WITH SELF-MUTILATING BEHAVIORS
Mary Adams, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Pastoral Care Minister
Self-mutilating behaviors often become an option when there seems to be no other way to experience relief from intense, internal pain or when we've become so numb, the only thing we feel is self-inflicted pain. We'll look at the confusing phenomenon from the perspective of both the self-mutilator and those who are in relationship with individuals caught in this oppressive cycle.
• ANXIETY REDUCTION STRATEGIES
Dr. Steven Snyder, Professor of Psychology, Taylor University
Are you afraid? Is your life dictated by worry? Do you make decisions based upon fear? Has that anxiety ever resulted in panic attacks? This workshop will focus on best strategies for treating anxiety disorders. The specific steps of anxiety reduction strategies will be provided. Recent research based faith strategies will also be discussed.
• HOW TO BE ANGRY WITHOUT BEING DESTRUCTIVE
Julie Withrow-Dodson , Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Grace Consulting, Indianapolis
Many of us believe anger is a problem. Anger, in and of itself, is not the issue -- if Jesus can be angry, so can we. It is how we handle our anger that is often inappropriate. Join us in looking at anger to determine if it is truly anger, or some other emotion; and how to effectively process and express genuine anger in ways which are not destructive to ourselves or others.
• RELIGIOUS BELIEFS THAT MAINTAIN OR UNDERMINE EMOTIONAL AND SPIRITUAL HEALTH
Jama Davis , Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Family Counseling Associates, Indianapolis
Learn which of those commonly held religious beliefs (i.e. cliches like “God will get you through,” “all you need is to have more faith”) can subtly undermine your spiritual and emotional life. Discover biblical truths that help you become emotionally and spiritually healthy.
• FEEL LIKE WORK IS WAGGING THE DOG?
Jane Munk , Nationally Certified Counselor, Life Coach, Private Practice, Ft. Wayne
This workshop is for anyone who has ever felt work was taking a larger role in his or her life than wanted. Participants will learn about balance and importance of work and leisure then identify the ideal role of work he or we would like in life and begin building a plan toward that ideal. The workshop will include helpful hints to keep participants on track after the workshop.
• BIBLICAL STEWARDSHIP: BUDGETING, USE AND MISUSE OF DEBT
Richard Deyo, CEP, CSA, InTrust Financial Advisors, Kokomo
Learn simple principles of how to develop a monthly budget and stick to it. Discover the good ways to use debt and how to avoid misusing debt.
• THE MARRIED GUY'S GUIDE TO GREAT SEX.
Dr. G. Lee Griffith, Licensed Psychologist HSPP, Professor of Psychology, Anderson University
Married sex can be routine and boring or it can be loving and fun. This workshop will discuss ways to make married “loving making” more interesting and exciting for both the husband and wife. Bring your spouse or come alone.
• COMMUNICATING WITH KIDS, EVEN WHEN IT IS TOUGH
Catherine Jantzen, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Family Care Center, Ft. Wayne
Sometimes parenting presents challenges in the area of parent/child relationships. This is especially true when the child is expressing intense emotion or acting aggressively, and it takes all your strength to simply parent effectively. How do you parent in these situations while at the same time inviting a child into a deeper connection with you? Learn how to build a closeness with your children and how to invite them into relationship without appearing forceful.
• METAMORPHOSIS: LEADING MORE FULLY BY DEVELOPING YOUR EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE
David Neidert, Director of Center for Christian Leadership, Anderson School of Theology
Developing your Emotional Intelligence is essential for creating a successful life and establishing effective relationships in leadership. An avalanche of research is showing that understanding and managing your personal emotions can enable you to improve your leadership, health, happiness, and relationships. This workshop will share an overview of EI and how to use that information for developing a personal growth plan that can transform your life and leadership effectiveness.
• THE DIFFICULT CLIENT: A TREATEMENT APPROACH FOR THE TREATMENT-RESISTANT
Dr. John Townsend
Counseling those people who are defensive, act out, project blame on the counselor, and otherwise undermine their therapeutic process are a major concern for clinicians. Yet there are ways to connect with, and truly help them transform their internal world and life. This workshop will present key approaches to this issue.
BECOMING A CHURCH WITH VELOCITY: FROM SURVIVING TO THRIVING
Kris Sorenson , Pastor, Farmland Friends
It takes courage and a consuming focus to move our churches from a place of doing church as usual to a place where divine boldness fuels our mission. A thriving church with velocity is intentionally pursuing the movement of God's Spirit.
• MEN AND DEPRESSION
Charles Howie, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Ft. Wayne
Learn how us men are socialized to think about who we are and how this influences our emotions. Discover how depression looks differently in men than women. Begin creating a framework for change by through emotional expansion, developing congruence and taking risks to be different.
• WOMEN AND BURNOUT
Jama Davis , Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Family Counseling Associates, Indianapolis
Women and Burnout. Women play many different roles (mother, wife, employee or employer, church and/or school volunteer) that they need to juggle in today's world. Learn how to keep these roles in balance and not lose your sanity. Discover principles for emotional, physical, and spiritual health while juggling all your roles.
• OVERCOMING THE EFFECTS OF YOUR PAST
Dr. G. Lee Griffith, Licensed Psychologist HSPP, Professor of Psychology, Anderson University
Past damage in our relationships can strongly influence our current lives. This workshop will review a variety of strategies that have been shown to help people overcome this kind of damage. Participants will be asked to privately respond to the material presented.
• WE CAN WORK IT OUT: COMMUNICATION AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION TIPS
Carol Horn, Director of School Services, Education for Conflict Resolution Organization, North Manchester
Learn practical skills and a step-by-step process to help with communication and negotiation skills in all of life's relationships. Discover how to get to a “win/win” perspective when you are in the midst of a conflict instead of a “fight/flight” perspective .
• BI-POLAR KIDS AND ADULTS
Christine Ottaviano Shestak , Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Bluffton
polar disorder is more common than the average person realizes, and quite often goes unrecognized by members of the family, their school and work community and, often, their spiritual community. This presentation will review how individuals with Bipolar Disorder might behave, help them separate the ADHD piece from the manic piece, how to help the family members find the appropriate treatment, and most importantly, how to provide the family with the support necessary for their survival as they deal with the impact of the illness on the family.
• THE DIVINE REDESIGN: SOUL TRANSFORMATION
Lynne Ford, Mid-Morning Host and Producer, WBCL, Ft. Wayne
Home remodels are fun to watch, but there's nothing more dramatic or satisfying than the ultimate interior remodel: soul transformation. How does the ongoing renovation of a soul glorify God? What keeps you from giving God the permission needed to renovate? Learn about the culprits that act as stumbling blocks and dismantles their lies, paving the way for you to respond to God's loving offer for a Divine Redesign.
• GROWING UP IN SPITE OF YOUR PARENTS
Julie Withrow-Dodson , Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Grace Consulting, Indianapolis
Blaming others never helps us, since the blame takes away our own power to change. However, recognizing the current contribution of past dysfunction, enables us to make the most effective changes in our thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors. We are each impacted by the environments in which we were raised, especially by our parent's neediness, distance, depression, etc. Come learn how the environment created by your parents may be affecting you today, and what you can do about it.
• GETTING OVER A LOSS: GRIEF AND MOURNING
Dr. Wayne Priest, Licensed Psychologist HSPP, Professor of Psychology, Huntington University
This workshop will address the grieving process and examine how 'good' grief can become 'bad' grief and how mourning is a component of the 'blessed' life. Practical suggestions will be given and examples from the audience will be used.
• GUILT THAT KILLS
Dr. Steven Snyder, Professor of Psychology, Taylor University
This workshop will distinguish between positive and negative guilt. It will describe the effects of negative guilt, how to prevent it and process it when one feels it.
• EATING DISORDERS: FIRST STEPS TOWARD HEALING
Jennie Conrad, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Indiana Wesleyan Counseling Center
We all have a basic understanding of what eating disorders are. What is often more difficult is watching an eating disorder unfold in a friend or family member and knowing how to help. This workshop will focus on the complexities of eating disorders and offer practical information necessary for the healing process.
• PASSIVITY: HOW BEING NICE CAN RUIN YOUR LIFE
Mary Adams, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Pastoral Care Minister, Central Christian Church, Carmel
Sometimes we can be so nice, it's impossible for others to trust us! Our "niceness" becomes a way to hide from conflict and unpleasantness, and we slip into a life of deception that shocks us when we come face-to-face with the reality of its consequences in our relationships and our lives. Learn when speaking up is vital to your health, your reputation and your relationships.
• MARRIAGE: FROM ANGER TO INTIMACY
Dr. Joe Graham, Director of Counseling Services, Warsaw Community Church
This workshop will focus on the predictable pattern that couples go through in conflict resolution that leads to frustration and anger. You will leave with practical ideas of how to utilize gender, personality strengths, and healthy conflict resolution skills to increase opportunities for intimacy in your marriage.
• UNDERSTANDING AND RELATING WITH TEENS
Dr. Steve Lee, Professor of Psychology, Huntington University
Twyla Lee, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Professor of Social Work, Huntington University
Learn what we know about the thinking and habits of average teenagers. Ideas and practical skills will be taught about how to create a more positive relationship with your teen.
See the workshop in the Church Leader's track led by Dr. John Townsend
• EMOTIONALLY FOCUSED COUPLES THERAPY: CREATING SECURE ATTACHMENT BONDS
Dr. Brent Bradley, Professor, Graduate Counseling Program, Indiana Wesleyan University, Therapist, Still Waters Counseling, Muncie
Nick Lee , Marriage and Family Therapist, Winds of Change Counseling and Consulting Services, Winchester
Resa Eckhart, M. A.
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT: Johnson, 2004) is one of only two empirically validated approaches to couples therapy (Baucom, et al., 1998). This presentation will utilize the presenters' research and videotaped in-session segments to briefly introduce key aspects of this attachment-based brief approach. Note: This workshop contains video materials strictly released only for viewing by student/licensed counselors or pastoral counselors.
THE CHARACTER OF A LEADER Ford Theater
Dr. John Townsend
We hear a lot about how leaders must be honest and ethical. However, true leadership character involves much more of our insides and spiritual life. Learn how growing in character will grow your fruitfulness in leadership.
If you want to register for the Day of Healing click here for the link.
LOCATION: The Day of Healing conference will be held at the Honeywell Center, 275 West Market St., Wabash. If you come into Wabash on SR 15 you will eventually pass the Honeywell Center. If you come into Wabash on SR 13 you will end up on Wabash Street downtown Wabash. Turn west at the traffic light onto Market St. and go two blocks.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Wabash Inn, 260.563.7451. Just two miles from the conference. 
LUNCH: There are plenty of fast food restaurants nearby on Cass Street (State Road 15) and downtown Wabash.
JOY CHRISTIAN BOOK-STORE will have many different books available for purchase. Visa and Mastercard will be accepted.
VIDEO TAPES of Dr. John Townsend's sessions will also be available for you to purchase.
CD's of Dr. John Townsend's sessions will also be available for you to purchase.
AUDIO TAPES: Audio tapes will be available for each workshop. You can order these for $6 at the conference. Visa and Mastercard will be accepted.
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