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by Dr. Phyllis Arno
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S2L Recovery: What is Dual Diagnosis Treatment? A Faith-Based Path to Complete Healing
Addiction doesn’t usually happen by itself. A lot of people who have trouble with drugs or alcohol are also dealing with mental health issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, or other problems. These problems often make each other worse, which makes it harder to get better without the right kind of help. That’s where dual diagnosis treatment comes in. It addresses both addiction and mental health at the same time, giving you a better chance at real healing. We see this every

NCCA
Aug 67 min read


Book Review
Click The Book For More Info Know someone who could use some soothing quotes of peace and comfort in a time of chaos? These 100 pass-along notes give you the opportunity to let your friends and loved ones know you are lifting them up to God and asking Him to fill their lives with peace, rest, hope, and serenity. Filled with heartfelt prayers, meaningful Scriptures, inspiring quotes, and beautiful artwork--these cards are a wonderful way to bring light to the true rest that on

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Aug 61 min read


CAI Spotlight
Equipping Called Counselors Through Calvert Christian Training Academy An NCCA Certified Academic Institution Dr. Lynette Entzian When the Lord calls someone into the ministry of Christian counseling, that calling must be nurtured with sound biblical teaching, clinical pastoral training, ethical supervision, and spiritual formation. That conviction is at the heart of Calvert Christian Training Academy, a Certified Academic Institution of the National Christian Counselors Asso

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Aug 63 min read


Temperament Corner July/August
By: Dr. Phyllis J. Arno Before we examine unforgiveness, we must first understand forgiveness. FORGIVENESS Forgiveness means releasing the offenses others have committed against you. Many people struggle with forgiveness because they believe it requires them to forget what happened or pretend the injustice did not occur. That is not what forgiveness means. Forgiveness is choosing peace over bitterness. It does not excuse the wrongdoing. It does not justify the behavior. Inste

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Aug 64 min read
TEMPERAMENT CORNER


Temperament Corner July/August
By: Dr. Phyllis J. Arno Before we examine unforgiveness, we must first understand forgiveness. FORGIVENESS Forgiveness means releasing the offenses others have committed against you. Many people struggle with forgiveness because they believe it requires them to forget what happened or pretend the injustice did not occur. That is not what forgiveness means. Forgiveness is choosing peace over bitterness. It does not excuse the wrongdoing. It does not justify the behavior. Inste

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Aug 64 min read


Temperament Corner May/June
By: Dr. Phyllis J. Arno Before we examine unforgiveness, we must first understand forgiveness. FORGIVENESS Forgiveness means releasing the offenses others have committed against you. Many people struggle with forgiveness because they believe it requires them to forget what happened or pretend the injustice did not occur. That is not what forgiveness means. Forgiveness is choosing peace over bitterness. It does not excuse the wrongdoing. It does not justify the behavior. Inste

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Jun 254 min read


Temperament Corner March/April
By: Dr. Phyllis J. Arno Before we examine unforgiveness, we must first understand forgiveness. FORGIVENESS Forgiveness means releasing the offenses others have committed against you. Many people struggle with forgiveness because they believe it requires them to forget what happened or pretend the injustice did not occur. That is not what forgiveness means. Forgiveness is choosing peace over bitterness. It does not excuse the wrongdoing. It does not justify the behavior. Inste

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Apr 294 min read
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT


CAI Spotlight
Equipping Called Counselors Through Calvert Christian Training Academy An NCCA Certified Academic Institution Dr. Lynette Entzian When the Lord calls someone into the ministry of Christian counseling, that calling must be nurtured with sound biblical teaching, clinical pastoral training, ethical supervision, and spiritual formation. That conviction is at the heart of Calvert Christian Training Academy, a Certified Academic Institution of the National Christian Counselors Asso

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Aug 63 min read


CAI Spotlight
VISION REBORN UNIVERSITY An NCCA Certified Academic Institution Vision Reborn CAI: A Ministry Born Through Brokenness, Built for Restoration My name is Dr. Samuel Said, and I am honored to share the story and mission of Vision Reborn University, a Certified Academic Institution through the NCCA. My life has been shaped by God’s grace, higher education, ministry, counseling, and a deep burden to see broken lives restored through biblical truth and practical equipping. I hold s

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Jun 254 min read


CAI SPOTLIGHT
Dr. Henry Mohn INWIA Ministries is a Certified Academic Institution (CAI) through the National Christian Counselors Association (NCCA). I established INWIA Ministries as a counseling ministry in 2010, after I completed my PhD in Clinical Pastoral Counseling through the NCCA in 2009. So, what does INWIA mean, and where did the name come from? INWIA is an acronym for “It’s Not Words. It’s Actions!” This comes from James 1:22 that states, “Do not merely listen to the word, an

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Apr 293 min read
BOOK REVIEW


Book Review
Click Image For More Info Give the moms in your life a beautiful gift of encouragement, reassurance, and peace amidst uncertainty. Jesus Calling for Moms features 50 relevant devotions from Sarah Young's New York Times bestseller Jesus Calling®, to celebrate mothers and their love, comfort, and strength, offering timely, biblical truth. With 50 selections, you'll find devotions that speak to: The power of love The gift of strength Courage in any season Trusting Him during cha

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Apr 291 min read


Book Review
Click The Book To Learn More Experience the Advent season in a whole new way and prepare your heart to celebrate the greatest gift of all. Join pastor and New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado as he invites you to bear witness to the birth of Christ as you've never seen it before. Advent is a season of anticipation, a celebration of the moment that God came near. He came, not as a flash of light or as an unapproachable conqueror, but as one whose first cries were hear

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Jan 41 min read


Book Review
Click The Book To Learn More Many of us want to pray more, but we feel unsure of what to say. In this inspiring 365-day devotional prayer...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Oct 12, 20252 min read


Founder's Message
We are thrilled to announce that Drs. Richard and Phyllis Arno will be joining us for two sessions at NCCA's 2023 conference. Dr. Phyllis...

Jason Ferrill
Aug 3, 20231 min read


Early Bird Pricing Ending Soon!
We hope this message finds you well. We want to remind you that time is running out to take advantage of the early bird registration...

Jason Ferrill
May 8, 20231 min read


Conference Special Event
We expect this event to sell out, so register soon before it is too late. These networking social events allow you to connect with NCCA...

Jason Ferrill
Mar 19, 20231 min read


Introducing...Dr. Joshua Wells!
NCCA is pleased to introduce Dr. Joshua Wells. We met him at our conference in North Carolina in 2019 as a promising student who just...

Jason Ferrill
Aug 11, 20221 min read


Temperament With The Founders
Do you have specific temperament questions? Would you benefit from having greater insight into different temperament blends? There is no...

Jason Ferrill
Mar 23, 20221 min read


Sunset Dinner Cruise
Watch the video above for a look at this year's special event, our Sunset Dinner Cruise on Sarasota Bay. Availability for this event is...

Jason Ferrill
Mar 1, 20221 min read


The Agenda Is Set!
After much prayer in seeking the Lord for His will, we are excited to publish our agenda for the NCCA annual conference in Sarasota, FL...

Jason Ferrill
Feb 17, 20221 min read


Payment Plans Available!
Registration for the 2022 N.C.C.A. Conference in Sarasota, FL. is open! Choosing our Easy Payment Plan allows you to spread out the costs...

Jason Ferrill
Jan 28, 20221 min read


2021 N.C.C.A. CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
The 2021 NCCA Conference was held at the Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel in Washington, DC – October 15th-16th, 2021. On Friday,...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Dec 9, 20213 min read


2022 NCCA Conference Location Announcement
We are excited to share with you that Sarasota, FL is going to be the host city for our 2022 Conference! Watch the video to find more...

Jason Ferrill
Oct 15, 20211 min read


NCCA Conference Transportation Information
Our host hotel, the Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel, offers a free shuttle for Reagan National Airport and a separate shuttle...

Jason Ferrill
Oct 11, 20211 min read


What To Expect For Your 2021 Conference Experience
Whether you are joining us in person or virtually, we are excited to see you in 2 short weeks! What can you expect? In-Person Conference...

Jason Ferrill
Oct 1, 20211 min read


2019 Conference Highlights
The 2019 NCCA Conference was held at the Embassy Suites by Hilton, Cary, NC on October 18-19, 2019. Registration and Meet & Greet were on...
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Dec 1, 20196 min read
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