
Counseling Talk — A podcast by 9Marks
A podcast by 9Marks, with Garrett Kell, Hayley Satrom, and Deepak Reju.
Latest episodes

Jun 2, 2025 • 40min
On Eating Disorders, with The Dunhams (Ep. 28)
Garrett, Hayley and Deepak interview the Dunhams about their journey through Krista’s eating disorder. Dave and Krista explain how she let go of control, sorted through all of the unhelpful things she was told, and in the end, centered her life around Christ.

May 19, 2025 • 40min
On Eating Disorders Part 3 (Ep. 27)
Garrett, Hayley and Deepak explore 12 principles that people struggling with eating disorders should follow, like facing their shame, turning down the outside cultural influences, fighting against perfectionism and pride, addressing ungodly fears, and much more!

May 5, 2025 • 32min
On Eating Disorders Part 2 (Ep. 26)
Garrett, Hayley and Deepak think about how pastors can care for a member who confesses a battle with an eating disorder. What are the theological, medical and practical considerations? How does the gospel change this dilemma?

Apr 21, 2025 • 35min
On Eating Disorders Part 1 (Ep. 25)
Garrett, Hayley and Deepak think about what the Bible has to say about food and our relationship with food.Related resources:Helping Bulimics by Elyse FitzpatrickHelping Anorexics by Elyse FitzpatrickDisorderly Eating... for the Rest of Us by Elyse Fitzpatrick

Apr 7, 2025 • 34min
On How to End Counseling Sessions (Ep. 24)
The decision to bring the counseling process to a close is sometimes clear, but often not. In this episode of Counseling Talk, Deepak Reju, Garrett Kell, and Hayley Satrom talk about how to end counseling sessions.Related resourcesThe Discipleship River by Steve Viars

Mar 24, 2025 • 32min
On Adultery, with Michael Gembola (Ep. 23)
In this episode of Counseling Talk, Deepak, Garrett, and Hayley interview Michael Gembola, the author of After an Affair.Related resources:After an Affair by Michael Gembola

Mar 10, 2025 • 51min
On Adultery Part 3 (Ep. 22)
In this episode of Counseling Talk, Deepak Reju, Garrett Kell, and Hayley Satrom finish their mini-series on adultery, talking about reconciliation after adultery.Related resources:My Spouse Was Unfaithful: Finding Strength in God's Presence by Robert JonesForgiveness by Garrett KellDisclosing Past Sexual Sin in a Dating Relationship by Garrett KellForgiveness: Reflecting God's Mercy by Hayley SatromSubscribe to our new podcast, A Storm in the Desert.

Feb 24, 2025 • 45min
On Adultery Part 2 (Ep. 21)
What should counselors do when adultery comes to light? In this episode of Counseling Talk, Deepak Reju, Garrett Kell, and Hayley Satrom continue their mini-series on adultery. Related resources:Restoring Your Broken Marriage: Healing After Adultery by Robert JonesAfter an Affair by Michael Gembola

Feb 10, 2025 • 43min
On Adultery Part 1 (Ep. 20)
In this episode of Counseling Talk, Garrett, Deepak, and Hayley begin a 3-part series on adultery and discuss what the Bible says about adultery.Related resources:Envision the End of Your Sin by Garrett KellHelp! My Spouse Committed Adultery: First Steps for Dealing with Betrayal by Winston SmithSubscribe to our new podcast, A Storm in the Desert.

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Jan 27, 2025 • 52min
On How to Ask Questions (Ep. 19)
Dive into the art of asking questions that provoke deeper understanding in counseling. Personal anecdotes illustrate how thoughtful inquiries can lead to self-discovery and healing. Discover the balance between guiding questions and allowing freedom of expression. The speakers share practical techniques inspired by biblical examples that enhance connections. Learn about the power of meaningful dialogue in both personal relationships and counseling contexts, cultivating trust and fostering growth.