"Finding Strength in the Journey: Yvonne Borgquist on Parenting a Child with Special Needs"
Fresh Hope for Mental Health
In this episode, Pastor Brad interviews Yvonne Borgquist, a mother whose only child, a 33-year-old son, is on the Autism Spectrum, Cognitively Delayed, and has Bipolar Disorder. Yvonne shares her journey of discovering her son’s diagnosis and navigating through challenging psychosis episodes during his teenage years. Today, her son lives in a group home, and Yvonne continues to find strength in the Lord throughout these experiences. Yvonne started a Special Needs Parenting/Caregiver Support Group at her church, Bay Presbyterian, and her involvement in the Key Ministry Prayer Team....
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"Mental Help: Josh Wilson’s Journey with Faith and Mental Health"
Fresh Hope for Mental Health
In this episode, Pastor Brad interviews singer-songwriter Josh Wilson, who recently released a new album titled "Mental Help," which delves into mental health and his faith in Jesus. Josh shares his personal story, including his battles with anxiety, depression, and addiction, and how his music documents his journey, offering inspiration to others facing similar struggles. Learn more about Josh and his music on his website: . Listen to his new album here: . Don’t forget to share this podcast with friends: .
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"Miriah Rossow's Journey Through Bipolar Disorder and Homelessness"
Fresh Hope for Mental Health
In this episode, Pastor Brad interviews Miriah Rossow, a member of the Fresh Hope support group, who shares her heartbreaking story of overcoming homelessness and navigating life with a bipolar type 1 diagnosis. In her early twenties, Miriah was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, leading to multiple hospitalizations and a challenging period where she became homeless for a couple of months during the winter. She recounts how a relative eventually introduced her to Fresh Hope, where she found the support and community she desperately needed. Miriah discusses the role Fresh Hope played in her...
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"How To Decrease Childhood Anxiety" with Andrew Blackwood
Fresh Hope for Mental Health
In this episode, we replay sessions from our 2023 virtual conference, Voices of Hope. Tune in to hear as he guides Christian parents through the Parental Peace Framework. Discover effective strategies to understand and address your child's anxiety, motivate them to excel daily, and resolve conflicts swiftly and peacefully. Learn how to stay calm in challenging moments and listen to your children in "Their Voice." Don’t forget to share this episode with friends on social media and explore more resources available at Fresh Hope (). Tune in to additional episodes on our website: ....
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"In Living Color" with Amy Skogerboe
Fresh Hope for Mental Health
In this episode, we present a compelling session from our virtual conference, Voices of Hope 2023, featuring Amy Skogerboe. Amy challenges listeners to see their brokenness as sovereign opportunities for God's plan to unfold and His greater story to come alive through their lives. Tune in to be inspired and to gain a new perspective on how your personal struggles can be part of a divine narrative. Don’t forget to share this episode with friends on social media and explore more resources available at Fresh Hope (). Tune in to additional episodes on our website: . Click If you would...
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"You Are Not Your Trauma" Interview with Caroline Beidler and Diana Dalles
Fresh Hope for Mental Health
In this episode, Pastor Brad interviews and her mother, Diana Dalles, co-authors of the book . Together, they share their powerful journey through trauma within their family, including substance abuse and the profound impact it had on their lives. They discuss the challenges they faced, the healing process, and how they found strength and resilience through their faith. Caroline and Diana's story is one of hope and inspiration, demonstrating that it is possible to overcome even the darkest of times. Their insights offer valuable lessons on dealing with trauma and finding a path to recovery....
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Finding Purpose in the Midst of Bipolar Disorder: Jesslyn McCutcheon’s Journey
Fresh Hope for Mental Health
In this episode, Pastor Brad interviews Jesslyn McCutcheon, who has lived with bipolar 1 disorder for the past 24 years. Jesslyn shares her journey of coming to terms with her mental illness and realizing her calling to minister in this area. Last year, she began speaking at different churches about creating stigma-free environments and the importance of spirituality and faith in mental health. Jesslyn is an active advocate for NAMI, speaking for their IOOV and NAMIFaithnet programs, and is studying to become a mental health coach through the American Association of Christian Counseling....
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Interview with Chris Morris, Author of "Resilient and Redeemed"
Fresh Hope for Mental Health
In this enlightening episode, Pastor Brad sits down with , the author of . Chris shares his deeply personal journey, recounting how he discovered God at the age of 15 while battling depression and suicidal thoughts. Through years of struggle, Chris has gained profound insights into mental health and the transformative power of faith. He emphasizes the critical role of support from family, friends, and the church in navigating these challenges. Join us for an inspiring conversation filled with hope, resilience, and practical wisdom for anyone facing similar battles.
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"From Darkness to Light: A Journey through Depression, Faith and Redemption" with Mark and Janet Soppitt
Fresh Hope for Mental Health
In this episode of the Fresh Hope for Mental Health podcast, Pastor Brad sits down with special guests Mark and Janet Soppitt, who bravely share their journey through a 7-year depression that nearly cost them everything, including Mark's life. Through their unwavering faith and resilience, they emerged from the darkness, rebuilt their lives, and now serve as trauma healing facilitators with the Canadian Bible Society. Mark's album "Take My Life and Let It Be" reflects their journey, while their vision for a life coaching business aims to support ministry couples in crisis. Join us as we glean...
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30 Ways to Make Your Life Worse Part 2
Fresh Hope for Mental Health
Welcome back to the second part of our podcast series, "30 Ways to Make Your Life Worse." If you haven't listened to the first part yet, we highly recommend starting there to catch up on the insightful discussion we had on the critical roadblocks to personal growth and fulfillment. Today Pastor Brad continues his exploration of these roadblocks, offering invaluable insights for recognizing and overcoming them. Dive deeper into the remaining 15 ways we inadvertently sabotage our own lives and explore how these roadblocks hinder personal growth and fulfillment. Don't forget to catch up on the...
info_outlineWhile the journey of mental health recovery varies from person to person there do some to be some key principles that are primary to most all paths to successful recovery.
In this episode of Fresh Hope Today Pastor Brad, who has bipolar disorder, shares the key Christian mental health principles that he has found to be the most helpful in his own sustained recovery.
Brad Hoefs, host of the program is the founder of Fresh Hope, www.FreshHope.us. Fresh Hope began as one Christian support group for those who have mental health issues along with their loved ones and has grown to numerous groups throughout the United States with a list of even more groups starting in the near future. If you are interested in either finding a group or starting a group email us at: [email protected]
Brad is also the author of a book entitled, Fresh Hope: Living Well in Spite of a Mental Health Diagnosis. It is available on Amazon or at www.FreshHopeBook.com
This podcast is a weekly free production of Fresh Hope Ministries. The mission of Fresh Hope is to empower those who have a mental health diagnosis and their loved ones to live a faith-filled, rich and full life in spite of having a mental health challenge.
Besides being a pastor, Brad is a certified peer support specialist and weekly blogger for Bipolar Magazine, www.bphope.com