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Roger D. Lin, Psy.D.
Licensed Psychologist
Introduction to Imago Relationship Therapy
The Imago Relationship Therapy approach, developed by Harville Hendrix and Helen LaKelly Hunt, is a form of couples therapy that...
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Apr 17, 20253 min read
Critiquing Popular Christian Sayings
There are several sayings commonly used in Christian circles that are not biblically accurate or are misinterpretations of Scripture. We...
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Apr 3, 20253 min read
Overcoming Porn Addiction
1. Acknowledge the Problem The first step is admitting that you have an issue and that it is affecting your life. Admitting you have a...
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Mar 20, 20252 min read
Introduction to the Psychodynamic Approach to Psychotherapy
Psychoanalysis and psychodynamic theory are foundational schools of thought in the field of psychology, offering deep insights into the...
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Mar 6, 20254 min read
Introduction to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most widely practiced and scientifically evidence-based forms of therapy. CBT focuses on...
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Feb 20, 20255 min read
Living with a Christian Worldview
A Christian worldview is a comprehensive perspective on life, the universe, and everything, rooted in the bible. A Christian worldview...
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Feb 6, 20254 min read
Introduction to the Lifespan Development Model
The Lifespan Development Model teaches the continuous growth and development of individuals across the entire course of their lives. The...
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Jan 23, 20255 min read
The Challenge of Being Christian and Wealthy
"Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God.”...
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Jan 9, 20252 min read
Christian Purity Culture
Christian purity culture has been prevalent in conservative evangelical circles Christian purity culture teaches the idea that sexual...
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Jan 9, 20254 min read
Biblical Counseling
The purpose of biblical counseling is to reflect God’s glory in the healing process and to apply the power of the Gospel through personal...
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Jan 2, 20253 min read
Narcissism: Understanding, Addressing, and Overcoming It
Narcissism is a term often used casually, but when it comes to mental health and relationships, it carries significant implications....
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Dec 21, 20243 min read
Addressing the Challenges of Being a Parentified Child
Parentification is where a child is forced to take on roles and responsibilities typically reserved for adults. This often involves...
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Dec 10, 20243 min read
Asian American Mental Health
For Asian Americans, their mental health is shaped by a combination of cultural values and societal expectations. This post presents the...
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Nov 26, 20243 min read
Understanding Asian American Shame
Shame is a powerful emotion that affects everyone, but for many Asian Americans, shame is intertwined with cultural expectations,...
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Nov 6, 20243 min read
Navigating Unhealthy Attachment Styles and Building Secure Relationships
Relationships are a fundamental part of our lives, but they can also be a source of significant struggle if our attachment styles are...
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Oct 28, 20243 min read
Biblical Counseling: Applying Reformed Theology and the Five Solas into our every day lives
Reformed theology is a cornerstone of the Christian faith, emphasizing the sovereignty of God, the authority of Scripture, and the five...
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Oct 8, 20243 min read
Addressing the Shadow Self
The concept of a "shadow self" was coined by Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung. The shadow represents the unconscious aspects of our...
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Sep 28, 20242 min read
Addressing Our Inner Child
Our inner child is the part of us that carries the memories, emotions, and experiences from our early years. This inner child can...
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Sep 3, 20243 min read
Exploring Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Internal Family Systems (IFS), developed by Dr. Richard Schwartz, provides this framework that we are composed of various parts, each...
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Aug 14, 20242 min read
The Mind Body Connection
The relationship between our mind and body refers to our physical sensations, emotions, and cognitive processes. Somatic therapy, is...
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Jul 31, 20242 min read
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