Recovery and Restoration - Interview with Dr. Kathy Rodriguez
Release Date: 10/02/2018
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Join Brandy this week as she interviews her recovery mentor, Dr. Kathy Rodriguez, retired psychologist and author who continues to lead women into health and recovery.
Our conversation begins with a look at The Genesis Process
Michael Dye, founder of The Genesis Process says in the introduction of Book 1:
"The Genesis Process is an attempt to provide the necessary understanding, as well as the practical tools, for real and permanent change. It is a blend of biblical principles, understanding of the brain, and proven recovery strategies for not only freedom from self-destructive behaviors, but also addressing the underlying issues that drive them."
Discover our own thoughts and experiences with Genesis as a means of discipleship and spiritual growth, a process that never ends as God continues to reveal His ability to sanctify and renew us.
As a woman who married outside her race, then adopted African American children, Kathy also shares some of the issues that she and her husband have faced over the years.
This leads us right back to the goal of restoration and recovery, as we as individuals in a divided society work towards finding a way forward.
Kathy and I found several more subjects we'd like to delve into in the future and I look forward to sitting down with her again and hearing from her wise and compassionate heart.
Kathy's Books:
Healing the Father Wound
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