Author: Caroline Newheiser

The Circle of Responsibility Diagram

The Circle of Responsibility Diagram

Posted by | Jun 15, 2022 | |

When a counselee feels confused about a problem, consider using Paul Tripp’s Circle of Responsibility diagram. It will help the visual learner assess the issue and offer steps to take. For many years I have used the Circle of Responsibility diagram in counseling. I carry copies with me when I change locations between my home and office. I have even been known to draw the circles of responsibility on a napkin! This simple design has helped many people determine the parameters in their lives and God’s perspective on their relationships. Continue Reading →

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Having Heroes Helps

Having Heroes Helps

Posted by | Dec 20, 2021 | |

The best counselors are always on the lookout for new blogs, podcasts, audio lectures, booklets, and books to recommend to counselees. So much has been written and said concerning typical and even atypical counseling problems. We start with the Bible, of course, the primary resource. It points us to the divine power which “has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness” (2 Pet. 1:3). My purpose in this blog is to suggest not only seeking biblical understanding but incorporating the stories of fellow saints when we counsel. Continue Reading →

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“I Feel as if God is Perpetually Angry with Me”: How False Theology Impacts Counselees

“I Feel as if God is Perpetually Angry with Me”: How False Theology Impacts Counselees

Posted by | Aug 13, 2021 | |

When we meet with people who are suffering, we can have the tendency to apply Bible verses and solutions without looking deeper into their misunderstandings about the Lord’s character. This blog helps the counselor find the reasons for the counselee’s belief that God is angry with them and describes how to combat such faulty thinking. Continue Reading →

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