Impossibilities

Hunger & Thirst Devotional

Family Time

A quick reference with counseling wisdom and biblical insights to help make you more effective at what you do.
We love being a part of your life!
Tim Clinton, Ed.D.
President, AACC

April 20 – April 26
Action Steps

Learn the Importance of Family Time

Share some statistics with the person about the amount of time that is wasted in front [...]

Love For Life

Love For Life
November 11 – November 16

“What’s love got to do with it?” Sounds like an old Tina Turner song.
If you asked anyone today, “What makes a great marriage?” most would reply “love”. The problem, however, lies in the fact that very few [...]

7 Ways to Improve your Social Life This Spring: Counseling Tips

Spring is here, and you are out of excuses to hide in your cave. It’s time to step outside, take a deep breath, and find something to do. Not so easy, you say? Here are 7 suggestions on how to get connected in Boston (or anywhere) this spring. Follow these guidelines, and you’ll be well [...]

Is Coffee Unhealthy, or Even Fattening? – Q&A

Q: I had a question regarding coffee. Just wondering if straight black coffee is unhealthy and/or fattening. I’ve been doing some research on it and have found arguments for both sides and was just wondering if there’s a quick yes or no answer?
A: Thanks Brendan. Let me provide some of the pros and cons of [...]

A New Name

Yesterday we had our monthly AACC chapel service. Each month we gather as a staff for devotions, praise & worship and prayer time for the AACC and its members. The devotional was given by Dr. Eric Scalise, AACC Vice President of Professional Development (aka: VP of “Stuff”). Dr. Scalise gave an uplifting and encouraging message [...]

Video: Am I too Old to Change?

Nationally Certified Counselor Dwight Bain answers the question: Am I too old to change?
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ADHD Assessment Quiz, Online Test for AHDH or ADD

The Following is a basic ADHD assessment, and advice about coping with ADHD.
ADHD Quiz / Assessment Interview
If you suspect the person is experiencing ADHD, use this symptom checklist to better determine.
The American Academy of Child Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) considers it necessary that the following be present before diagnosing a child with ADHD
The behaviors must appear [...]

Psychologist Irvin Yalom Speaks about “Death Anxiety” and his New Book

Irvin Yalom on Stanford University’s Philosophy Talk, talking about the topic of his new book, “Staring at the Sun: Overcoming the Terror of Death. Irvin Yalom is the Founder of Existential Psychology. The sound in this video is not the best, but doesn’t detract from the great dialog either.
Irvin Yalom Therapy Video

Caregiver Protection: 10 Ways to Reduce Stress and Limit Burnout during Trauma Recovery

Caregiver Protection: 10 Ways to Reduce Stress and Limit Burnout during Trauma Recovery
Joshua D. Straub
As a result of the recent hurricanes pounding the Southeastern United States, counselors, pastors, caregivers, and other church leaders—themselves being victims—have been called to respond to the overwhelming task of caring for those left in the wake. The numbers of those [...]