EP22 - Breaking Free from Anxiety: A Guide to Mental Health With Psychotherapist Tiffany Bose

EPISODE SUMMARY:

In this powerful episode of the Rooted Podcast, Josie and Symone Harms sit down with counselor and psychotherapist Tiffany Bose to explore the connection between faith, mental health, and true healing. Tiffany shares her journey into counseling, practical strategies for overcoming anxiety, and the importance of leaving our burdens at Jesus’ feet. From social media’s impact on mental health to how therapy can help reshape our thought patterns, this conversation is packed with biblical wisdom and professional insight. If you’ve ever struggled with anxiety, doubt, or carrying emotional burdens, this episode is for you.

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OUTLINE SUMMARY:

• Welcome & Introduction: Meet Tiffany Bose
• Tiffany’s Journey: How She Got into Christian Counseling
• What is Psychotherapy? Understanding the Role of Therapy in Mental Health
• The Burdens We Carry: The Log Analogy & Surrendering to God
• How to Recognize When You Need Therapy
• The Impact of Social Media on Anxiety & Mental Health
• Breaking the Cycle: How to Retrain Your Mind & Overcome Anxiety
• The Power of Prayer & Meditation in Mental Health
• How to Support Loved Ones Struggling with Anxiety or Depression
• Tiffany’s Favorite Resources for Mental Wellness & Christian Counseling
• Final Encouragement: Staying Rooted in Joy & Christ

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NOTABLE QUOTES:

1. "The Lord is asking us to set our burdens down at His feet, but we struggle to leave them there."
2. "Healing isn’t about fixing yourself—it’s about allowing God to transform you."
3. "Anxiety and depression don’t come from the Lord—He calls us to peace and trust in Him."
4. "Therapy and faith are not separate—true healing happens when we integrate both."
5. "Your thoughts shape your reality. What are you feeding your mind?"
6. "Social media can be a major source of anxiety. We must be mindful of what we consume."
7. "It takes humility to seek counseling, but it’s one of the bravest steps toward healing."
8. "Mindfulness in prayer isn’t just talking to God—it’s listening to Him too."
9. "God is bigger than our struggles, and He is faithful to walk us through them."
10. "The enemy is always after our joy, but when we are rooted in Christ, we can stand firm."

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

• Tiffany Bose Profile – https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/tiffany-bose-slayton-mn/943057
• Tiffany's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/therapy.tiff?igsh=MTBidTR5bnZ0aTBuMQ==
• Elizabeth Elliot Podcast – Timeless wisdom on faith and perseverance
• The Reason Motherhood Podcast – Encouragement for Christian moms
• Now That We’re a Family Podcast – Biblical marriage and family insights
• Atomic Habits by James Clear – A practical guide to habit change

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