Jolene Underwood
Jolene Underwood, MA, LPC-Associate is an emotional growth coach and mental health counselor. She believes a cultivated life is one that experiences more of God and more of the life we've been given by God. Her personal journey towards emotional health, and training in Christian counseling, inform the practical support she provides for spiritual growth and emotional healing. Her tool, Unleash: Heart and Soul Care Sheets, has helped hundreds process life’s challenges, experience greater freedom, and grow closer to God. When she’s not counseling, coaching, or creating content you’ll find her enjoying life with loved ones, puzzling, or adding to her collection of vintage glassware with a 70s flair.
DISCLAIMER: The content provided by Jolene Underwood is not specific counseling advice and should not take the place of working with an individual counselor. All online content provided should be used for informational purposes only.
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10 Things Selfish People Always Do in Relationships
Considering selfishness in ourselves is one of the most challenging, yet freeing, things we can do as believers. It helps us notice where we put ourselves before God. Then, we can do something...Friday, January 6, 2023
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8 Prayers for Mental Health and Those Struggling with Illness
One of the hardest things about being human in this broken world is experiencing pain without quick-fix answers and consistent happy endings. We all face challenges that feel overwhelming. We...Monday, October 10, 2022
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10 Signs You're Bad at Setting Personal Boundaries
Over ten years ago, I received a book about boundaries. I read it, decided it didn't apply to me, and passed it on to a friend without hesitation.Since then, I've purchased another copy, read more...Tuesday, August 9, 2022
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Is God Mad at Me for Being Angry?
Scripture reveals God’s anger toward injustice and oppression, toward the things that keep us from being fully connected to him and connected to other people. May our anger reveal real injustices...Monday, May 2, 2022
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7 Healthy Ways Christians Can Deal with Grief
When you've been through a painful loss, and a friend asks, "How are you?” how do you respond? Are you quick to brush it off, or do tears come easily? Maybe emotions surface, but you do whatever...Tuesday, March 1, 2022
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6 Ways to Seek Wise Counsel in Your Life
Wisdom comes when people seek God, respond to His work in and through them, and skillfully apply God's principles from the Bible into their lives. Wisdom is from God for God's good purposes.Monday, January 31, 2022
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Does Jeremiah 29:11 Mean That God Won't Let Bad Things Happen to Me?
God knew the plan he had for Jeremiah, and it included challenging work in the face of opposition. God reassured Jeremiah of his presence with him and that he didn’t have to be afraid. Deliverance...Friday, June 4, 2021
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8 Unhealthy Beliefs Christians Lean on to Hide Their Needs
God has so much for his creation to know, receive, and experience with him. We miss out on who God is (and all he provides) when we operate in the lie that Adam and Eve bought into in the Garden of...Wednesday, November 18, 2020
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Should I Face My Feelings or Fake Them?
Proverbs 20:5 says, “The purpose in a man’s heart is like deep water, but a man of understanding will draw it out.” It takes great courage to face feelings, and when you do, God will meet you with...Monday, October 12, 2020
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5 Reasons We Need Empathy Now More Than Ever
Division seems to be the norm these days. It's not new, but it's still frustrating and tiring. If there's a place to state an opinion, absent personal responsibility, and relational connection,...Wednesday, August 26, 2020
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Why You Can Be Sure ‘the Lord Is Close to the Brokenhearted’ (Psalm 34:18)
The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. – Psalm 34:18When emotions are strong, I find comfort when reading Psalms.The heart of a Psalmist is familiar with...Tuesday, August 25, 2020
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Is it True that You ‘Can’t Heal What You Won’t Feel?’
A common phrase tells us that you ‘can’t heal what you won’t feel.’ It implies a level of feeling critical to healthy living. Does scripture indicate that feeling is an essential aspect of...Monday, February 24, 2020
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Why and How Do I 'Speak the Truth in Love?'
Speaking the truth in love is a scriptural principle designed to bring blessings and foster growth. Unfortunately, it’s also a concept that’s misused in harmful ways.The phrase comes from the book...Monday, February 10, 2020
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10 Ways to Stop Making Christianity Feel Like a 'Clique' to Seekers
When people share their Christian church experiences with me—particularly those not actively connected in a local church community—I hear stories of pain. Some caused by professing believers. Some...Tuesday, January 21, 2020
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Counselor, Life Coach, Therapist, Pastor: How Do I Choose?
A common phrase among believers says, “God is all we need.” Yet, one way God provides for our needs is through other people. We don’t need to live in isolation, or keep trying to ‘get it right’ or...Friday, December 27, 2019
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7 Helpful Tips for When You Can't ‘Not Be Anxious’
"Do not be anxious about anything" Paul tells us in Philippians 4:6. Sounds easy until the moment hits like a train and every ounce of peace disappears from your mind. How are Christians commanded...Thursday, November 14, 2019
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Does God Care about the Details?
Does God care about the details down to what I wear or which job I take? Maybe this is the wrong question. Let's explore why.Monday, November 12, 2018