In this episode I interview April Karli regarding the counseling needs of Christian clients and obstacles to receiving care.

April Karli is a lifetime resident of Austin, Texas. She has been a pastor at Austin Mustard Seed for six years. As a PK (pastor's kid) she spent her life in the church, and has served in leadership roles in a variety of churches throughout her adult life. April has a heart for people who have been wounded by their experiences in church settings and longs to see them find healing. She's been married to Matt for 27 years. They have two grown daughters and two dogs. She prefers tea over coffee.

Austin Mustard Seed: https://www.austinmustardseed.org/

April's socials: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/aprilkarli/

Threads: https://www.threads.net/@aprilkarli

Resources:

These are therapists and resources who are Christians, and licensed therapists, who write and talk about the intersection of mental health and faith:

Aundi Kolber https://aundikolber.com/

Chuck DeGroat https://www.chuckdegroat.net/

Broken to Beloved https://www.brokentobeloved.org/

The mental health counseling field is evolving at lightning speed, and today’s students are stepping into a landscape rich with new opportunities—and new challenges. In this episode of Project I Am – Mentoring Moments we dive deep into Emerging Trends in Mental Health Counseling, exploring the cutting-edge innovations shaping the future of our profession.

Join us as we break down:

· The rise and permanence of telehealth counseling

· How AI-powered tools are augmenting therapy—and raising ethical questions

· The growing legitimacy of psychedelic-assisted therapy

· The explosion of wellness coaching and its impact on traditional counseling

· New ethical codes, legislation, and how counseling students can prepare for the changing landscape

This episode is packed with research-backed insights, recent ethical guidelines, and practical advice to help you stay informed, competent, and ahead of the curve.

Whether you’re a counseling student, intern, or early-career professional, you’ll leave this episode with a clearer vision of the future—and your place in it.

In this guided meditation, you’ll be invited to cultivate self-compassion, self-acceptance, and inner peace through a series of powerful affirmations. Life is a journey of growth, and no matter your past, you are worthy of love, forgiveness, and new beginnings.

Through gentle affirmations, deep breathing, and a moment of stillness, this meditation will help you:

· Release self-judgment and embrace your journey with kindness

· Let go of past mistakes and step into self-acceptance

· Develop a more positive self-concept and inner peace

Allow yourself this time to reconnect with your heart and nurture the love you so freely give to others. You deserve healing, happiness, and self-love.

Find a quiet space, take a deep breath, and let’s begin.