I’m back and today I will talk about the attachment style that is known as anxious/preoccupied/ambivalent attachment. For the purposes of simplicity I will refer to it as anxious attachment. I will once again talk about what this looks like through describing characteristics of both the caregiver and child as well as common beliefs someone […]
In my last blog post I went over what secure attachment looks like. Now I will provide a picture of what avoidant/dismissive attachment looks like. I’ll do this again by discussing what the caregivers usually are like, common characteristics of children who have experienced this type of attachment, and the common beliefs a person can […]
I’m back to continue the conversation on attachment, what it looks like, and why it should matter to believers of Jesus. Last time I spent time providing an introduction of attachment. Today I am going to dive deeper into what secure attachment looks like. I want to reiterate something I mentioned in my last blog […]
There is something quietly powerful about waking up to a new day. Before the emails arrive, before the news updates, before we replay yesterday’s conversations in our heads, Scripture speaks a steady truth: “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is […]
Do you have a teen in school right now who seems to be controlled by the opinions of others? Are they constantly worried what someone at school might think of them, what to wear to fit in, or if other people are mad at them? It seems to be a common theme as you observe […]
On Tuesday, December 2, people all over the world will take part in Giving Tuesday—a day dedicated to generosity, compassion, and joining together to make a difference. For us at Luma Counseling, it’s a day that reflects the heart of our mission: walking alongside those who are hurting and pointing them toward healing and hope […]
September is Suicide Awareness Month, a time to remember that mental health is not just a medical concern—it’s a spiritual and relational one too. As parents and caregivers, we have a sacred calling to nurture not only our children’s bodies and souls but also their emotional well-being. One of the most powerful ways we can […]
Suicide can be such a hard topic to bring up. If you are having suicidal thoughts you may worry you will be judged by others and be labeled as “crazy”…you may be filled with shame and wonder if you should just keep your thoughts to yourself. If you have a friend who you are worried […]
Please be gentle with yourself as you consider this topic. Topics of suicide and self-harm may be triggering to some. Maintain awareness of your personal experience and take a break if needed. Suicide is a deeply painful issue that affects millions of individuals and families each year. According to the World Health Organization, close to […]
Parenting a child with ADHD invites us into a journey that is both uniquely challenging and deeply rewarding. As Christian parents, we are called to shepherd our children with wisdom, patience, and unconditional love—especially when they face challenges that others may not fully understand. ADHD isn’t just a behavior issue; it involves real, brain-based differences […]
Ryan Berg is the Director of Counseling at Luma Counseling. Ryan’s extensive education, training, and experience from over a decade serving as a counselor have uniquely equipped him to coach and care for the Luma counselors as they care for their clients. In addition to his work at Luma, Ryan serves as the Assistant Pastor of Soul Care at College Park Church.
