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Have you experienced a tragedy that feels like it remains at your heels?  Have you been through verbal, physical, sexual or spiritual abuse? Were you a victim of bullying? Did you suffer through a natural disaster, combat, car accidents or sporting accidents? Have you experienced medical traumas or witnessed others being victimized?  Did you go through an abusive marital relationship or witness one as a child?

The truth of the matter is that you have been through the worst. Contrary to a commonly held and unfortunate misconception, traumas do NOT have to be re-experienced through the process of treatment.  The ITR model of trauma treatment is a highly effective, evidence-based method of treatment that prevents you from experiencing the traumas of the past through the treatment process.

‘Freedom’s Calling Trauma Therapy Institute’ is one of only two treatment centers that specialize solely in this trauma treatment.  We provide an intensive outpatient treatment program and employ the highly effective ‘Instinctual Trauma Response’ model that has outcome studies verifying the benefits of treatment.

With great joy we welcome our new Holy Father - Pope Francis!

Wholly  Men

Wholly Men is a program for men that was developed by a Catholic therapist who has helped men battling with lust to find wholeness and holiness.

If you ask yourself, “What caused the problem” & “What can I do,” then take the time to learn. 

This 4-hour program (typically offered in two parts) will strengthen your Catholic faith, arming you to address deeply troubling questions about sex and to reject answers peddled by the media. 

Be a LEADER in the fight against the plague of pornography!

Dr. Breaux, MSW  is in private practice as a psychotherapist for Families, Marriage, and Individuals for various issues and also provides Telephone & Skype counseling.  Dr Breaux is an influential speaker at national conferences, parishes, and youth organizations.

Contact Dr. Breaux at 602-350-5557 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to schedule Wholly Men in your area.

* Endorsed by the Bishop of Phoenix Arizona, The Most Reverend Thomas Olmsted

The Eternal Word Television Network (EWTN) - NEWS division:

Click on Link:  http://www.ewtn.com/vnews/headlines.asp

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In January 2012, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a mandate under the Affordable Care Act (also known as "Obamacare") that requires all employer health plans to provide free contraceptives, sterilizations and abortion-inducing drugs, regardless of any moral or religious objections.

The ministries of institutions like Catholic schools, hospitals and charities—educating the young, caring for the sick, feeding the hungry—are not considered sufficiently religious to qualify for the Mandate’s narrow "religious exemption."

Not only will such institutions be forced to provide services that directly contradict the teachings of their faith, but—more alarmingly—the federal government is claiming the right to decide for religious institutions what constitutes their ministry.

One More Soul (OMS) is pleased to offer a 1 page “newspaper” response to the HHS mandate as a supplement to the resources already available from the USCCB and other sources. It is an educational piece that draws attention to several “concerns” prompted by the HHS mandate.

Please go to their website to view this valuable “1 page” resource and obtain copies for yourself.  To view, click on LINK:

http://onemoresoul.com/news-commentary/obey-mandate-or-scripture.html

(One More Soul is a non-profit organization dedicated to spreading the truth about the blessings of children and the harms of contraception. They carry a wide variety of educational resources, including CDs, DVDs, pamphlets, booklets, books, and more.)

With great sadness we mourn the passing of Deacon Bill Steltemeier, former President of EWTN and right hand to Mother Angelica, EWTN’s foundress.  Deacon Bill exemplified loyalty and dedication in a way that few ever come close to in this world.  His firm commitment to spreading the gospel of Christ, combined with his natural gifts and talents as an attorney were instrumental in launching and sustain this great network.  Millions of lives have been changed and transformed thanks to this saintly soul.

Please pray for Deacon Bill and for his wife Ramona and all those who will miss him so greatly.  I have no doubt that Bill is in paradise receiving the reward for his life of service.  May we all learn from his great example.

As a tribute to Deacon Bill, please consider making a donation to EWTN so that their mission of bringing the truth of the gospel will continue to reach far and wide and win the world for Christ.

Rest in peace, Deacon Bill.

“Born Gay, No Change Possible” Myths Never Substantiated by Researchers, Yet Professionals Seem Unaware

 (Article by Julie Hamilton, PHD first published by NARTH - Archive 2012.  Article is posted here as a Guest Column - Dr Hamiliton is not a member of CT.com)  

I was reminded again today about the incredible misinformation that abounds among professionals in our field. I received a letter regarding “ethical concerns” from a psychologist whom I’ve never met who lives in another state. He was concerned about scientifically grounded statements that I made in a video recording. While the letter had no basis whatsoever as an ethical complaint, the letter did reveal the fact that not only the general public, but also many professionals are themselves unaware of the scientific research on the topic of homosexuality. NARTH (National Association for Research and Therapy of Homosexuality) exists to correct that problem. As a scientific organization, we are familiar with the research and seek to disseminate it to the benefit of the public at large, the therapeutic community, and also for individual clients who want to better understand their homosexual attractions and options for change.

It is wonderful that fellow-professionals care about clients and want to be sure that clients are not harmed by their therapists, and even commendable that fellow-professionals are willing to confront others who they fear could potentially harm clients. Unfortunately, however, when the concerns and compassion are rooted in misinformation, greater harm is sometimes the result. Even more concerning are instances where misinformation leads to confrontation, or even, in some cases, harassment of fellow-professionals. The problem here is the misinformation. Another example would be the outrageous legislation being proposed in the state of California, again, possibly well-meaning, but based in outlandish claims, NOT rooted in scientific research. In fact, some of the claims made by the sponsors of this bill are not even based in reality – such as the ridiculous notion that shock therapy is used for treating this issue. I am reminded of the ancient proverb that addresses “zeal without knowledge.”

Many thanks to Janice Gentles-Jones at www.onlinesuccessmap.com.

Building a website like this is no small endeavor and Janice tackled the job with skill, enthusiasm and a whole lot of patience. When we were searching for a designer to give us a face lift and bring us up to speed in form and function, it was not easy to know where to begin. So we prayed. Janice came highly recommended from two separate sources. As you know, when God answers a prayer, He often confirms it. So we listened and we're glad we did! We are deeply grateful to Janice for her expertise and wisdom.

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