Extending Branches
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Podcast Overview
<p><b>Extending Branches</b> is a mental health podcast inspiring hope, healing, and growth for people who know life is more complex than quick answers. Hosted by Dr. Mike Courtney, the show explores anxiety, depression, burnout, boundaries, relationships, grief, trauma, self-care, and the connection between faith and emotional health. Through honest conversation and lived experience, each episode offers practical wisdom and faith-informed insight that respects professional mental health care. If you are struggling, searching, or supporting someone you love, Extending Branches reminds you that healing begins with honesty and showing up.</p>
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Publishing Since
3/2/2026
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Recent Episodes
June 16, 2026
Stop Painting Circles: Goal-Setting That Aligns With God’s Path - Tim Bell
Ever feel busy and productive—yet unsure what you’re actually aiming at? In this episode of Extending Branches, Dr. Mike Courtney sits down with Christian life coach Tim Bell to talk about why goal setting isn’t just another performance checklist, but a way to ask honest questions: Who am I becoming? What matters right now? Where is God inviting me to grow? Using the classic “Charlie Brown bullseye” illustration, Mike and Tim unpack how goals can bring focus, hope, and forward movement, espe...
June 2, 2026
Teaching Teens to Face Social Anxiety (Without Avoidance) - Kaci Jacobellis
In this episode of Extending Branches, Dr. Mike Courtney talks with counselor Kaci Jacobellis, ALPC, about social anxiety in teens and how parents can help. They explain the difference between normal social nervousness and diagnosable social anxiety, why adolescence can intensify fear of judgment or rejection, and how social media can add pressure through comparison. Kaci shares practical tools for parents, including staying curious instead of critical, helping teens challenge harsh sel...
May 19, 2026
The Hidden Weight of Trauma - Tracey Robison
In this episode of Extending Branches, Dr. Mike Courtney sits down with Tracey Robison, Clinical Director at Branches, to talk about the hidden weight of trauma and the hope of healing. Together, they explore what trauma really is, how triggers show up in everyday life, why grief and painful experiences can stay with us, and how compassionate support can help people begin to heal. Tracey also shares practical ways to care for yourself and others after trauma, from staying connected to communi...
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- What is Extending Branches?
<p><b>Extending Branches</b> is a mental health podcast inspiring hope, healing, and growth for people who know life is more complex than quick answers. Hosted by Dr. Mike Courtney, the show explores anxiety, depression, burnout, boundaries, relationships, grief, trauma, self-care, and the connection between faith and emotional health. Through honest conversation and lived experience, each episode offers practical wisdom and faith-informed insight that respects professional mental health care. If you are struggling, searching, or supporting someone you love, Extending Branches reminds you that healing begins with honesty and showing up.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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