Restore The Glory Podcast

Integrating Faith & Therapy (Part 3) w/ Beth Stoll

This week, Jake and Bob conclude their series on integrating faith with psychology. They welcome Beth Stoll, a therapist from St. Louis, to talk about how an encounter with God’s love at a Healing the Whole Person retreat transformed her practice. She not only shares how suffering creates a greater capacity for empathy but also why therapists who have experienced deep suffering themselves are able to more deeply connect with clients. They also discuss why one must first live a life of faith before integrating faith in their practice, define the difference between praying with and praying for someone, and reflect on the challenges of trusting God rather than our own abilities.   Key Points: Personal suffering can deepen a therapist's ability to empathize and connect with clients  One must live a life of faith in their personal life before one can integrate it into their practice As a therapist, it is important to remember Jesus is the one who ultimately heals Learning to receive and allowing God to work in and through us can be difficult for both therapists and clients Integration is about encounter with the Lord through the therapist or Him directly   Resources: Beth’s Website   Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 02:18 Beth’s Journey Through Sorrow 05:58 The Impact of Suffering 11:42 How Prayer Shifted Beth’s Practice 16:24 Jesus as the Primary Therapist 22:40 The Dynamics of Trust in Therapy 28:12 Praying for vs. Praying with Someone 34:57 Learning to Receive 40:42 Being the Presence of Christ 47:02 The Secret of Encounter and Integration   Connect with Restore the Glory:  Instagram: @restoretheglorypodcast  Twitter: @RestoreGloryPod Facebook: Restore the Glory Podcast   Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!  

Integrating Faith & Therapy (Part 2) w/ Christopher Lafitte

This week, Jake and Bob continue their series on integrating faith with psychology and welcome Christopher Lafitte, a Catholic counselor based in Texas. Christopher shares his story of formation, from aspiring engineer to therapist, and about the deep encounter with Christ that shaped his journey. They discuss Christopher’s unique approach to counseling, why loving one another is healing in itself, and how a therapists’ own wounds can become blind spots in their ability to help clients. Throughout all of this, Christopher reflects on how nothing in our lives will make sense apart from the reality we are made for communion with God. So whenever we approach therapy or personal healing, we should always remember Jesus wants to heal us so we can be in relationship with Him.   Key Points: Our personal healing and ongoing transformation helps us to more effectively help others. Encountering God’s love is the foundation for true healing. Psychological techniques build upon this foundation. Nothing in our lives will make sense apart from the reality that we are made for communion with the Lord. Whether we realize it or not all our deepest desires are unique expressions of how we are made to be in communion with Him.  Healing often begins when we encounter profound safety and love. This atmosphere allows deep wounds to surface and be addressed Therapists’ own healing, awareness of personal wounds, and openness to being transformed are crucial for effective therapy, as their blind spots can affect the client’s healing. Sometimes the ongoing problems we experience in life, such as anxiety or depression, are rooted in deeper wounds or beliefs. Allowing God into the past experiences that led to the creation of a wound can help transform our current struggles. The ultimate goal of therapy is helping people grow in freedom to love and fulfil their vocation, not just to alleviate pain. Most healing is gradual and requires patience and trust in God’s timing. God heals so we can be in relationship with Him.   Resources: Healing Professionals Virtual Workshop: Healing Sexual Brokenness | October 23-24 2025 with Dr. Bob Schuchts, Jake Khym, and Christopher Lafitte  We invite any clergy who are interested in meeting with Christopher to reach out to us here. We will connect with Christopher to see if he has any availability.   Connect with Restore the Glory:  Instagram: @restoretheglorypodcast  Twitter: @RestoreGloryPod Facebook: Restore the Glory Podcast   Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

Integrating Faith & Therapy (Part 1) w/ Bernhard Streisselberger

This week, Jake and Bob begin a new series where they welcome therapists from around the world to discuss the integration of faith in psychology, real life lessons learned, and the various methodologies they practice. Today, they are joined by Bernhard Streiselberger, a Professional Counselor from Austria, who specializes in Gestalt therapy and EMDR. Bernhard shares his journey from studying psychotherapy in Austria to being formed in monastic life and how it has shaped his approach to therapy. He also delves into the details of Gestalt therapy and the Immanuel approach, how these methodologies have positively impacted his clients, and why affirmation is a key component in everyone’s healing journey.   Key Points: The Immanuel approach facilitates a personal encounter with the Lord Affirmation plays a crucial role in emotional healing Sometimes we may have spiritual blocks that hinder our healing process Emotional deprivation experienced in childhood can be healed through affirming relationships in our present lives Ultimately, it is the Lord’s presence that heals   Resources: Thresh Mountains (Bernhard’s Website) Fritz Perls and Gloria Counselling Video Albert Ellis and Gloria Counselling Video Bob Newhart “Stop It” Healing the Unaffirmed by Conrad Baars  Feeling and Healing Your Emotions by Conrad Baars Intro to the Immanuel Approach by Dr. Karl Lehman   Connect with Restore the Glory:  Instagram: @restoretheglorypodcast  Twitter: @RestoreGloryPod Facebook: Restore the Glory Podcast   Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!  

Healing, Discipleship and the Heart w/ John Eldredge

This week, Jake and Bob are joined by John Eldredge, president of Wild at Heart, to discuss what authentic discipleship looks like in a distracted digital age. They explore the subtle ways constant connectivity and information overload can erode our spiritual focus, hinder intimacy with God, and ultimately fragment our souls. John also shares stories and insights from his own journey, highlights how unchecked busyness can mask deeper wounds or spiritual emptiness, and encourages listeners, with practical advice, to seek genuine communion with Jesus for true restoration.   Key Points: A true disciple is someone who has fallen in love with Jesus. This love sustains their commitment to following His commands The internet conditions people against intimacy with God. While the internet is not always be, it is important to recognize its impact on your spiritual life Intimacy with God requires intentionality and focus, especially when it comes to our phones and computers Mystery and wonder have been twisted into something negative. In reality, mystery and wonder are a beautiful part of spiritual life Jesus actively seeks to heal each fragmented part of yourself and continually invites you deeper into relationship with Him   Resources: Wild at Heart Website Wild at Heart by John Eldredge Experience Jesus. Really. by John Eldredge  The Sacred Romance by John Eldredge Beautiful Outlaw by John Eldredge A Full List of John Eldredge’s Books The Pause App Pray As You Go App Healing the Whole Person Virtual Retreat (August 4-8th, 2025)   Connect with Restore the Glory:  Instagram: @restoretheglorypodcast  Twitter: @RestoreGloryPod Facebook: Restore the Glory Podcast   Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

Forgiveness and Spiritual Renewal w/ Fr. John Horn

This week, Jake and Bob are joined by Fr. John Horn, co-founder of the Institute for Priestly Formation (IPF). Fr. Horn shares details behind how IPF was founded, the significance of St. Ignatius' spiritual exercises in priestly formation, and the beauty of how formation has evolved within the Church. They also discuss the Sacrament of Reconciliation, the importance of addressing the roots of sin, and the heart-level transformation that occurs when we bring our fears to the Lord.    Key Points: The Institute for Priesthood Formation was founded to address the need for spiritual formation Confession can become more than just a repetitive listing of sins It is important to examine our hearts before we go to Confession Finding the roots of our sin and bringing them to God in Confession can lead us to greater intimacy with Him Confession can unlock our true selves and thus transform communities   Resources: The #1 resource is attending an annual silent directed retreat Institute for Priestly Formation Website Amoris Christi Institute  Amoris Christi Institute - Trifold on Confession (downloadable PDF) Healing the Whole Person Virtual Retreat (August 4-8th, 2025)   Connect with Restore the Glory:  Instagram: @restoretheglorypodcast  Twitter: @RestoreGloryPod Facebook: Restore the Glory Podcast   Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!