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Christian Mental Health & Relationship Blog
As a dedicated Christian, you're no stranger to perseverance, but when relationships falter, it's easy to feel distant from God's peace. Our blog explores biblical insights on marriage struggles, trauma recovery, personal growth, and honoring Him through challenges like divorce or abuse. Dive in for encouragement rooted in Scripture, practical tips, and stories that mirror your journey toward rising in faith and love—shared from our Plano, TX coaching practice serving clients locally and beyond.
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How to Live with a Narcissist Without Compromising Your Safety or Sanity
Living with a narcissist is painful, but you don’t have to lose your peace. Find strength in Christ and learn practical, faith-based steps to protect your heart and mind.
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Sep 46 min read
Boundaries vs. No Contact: Navigating Toxic Relationships with Biblical Wisdom
Discover how to navigate toxic relationships with biblical wisdom. Understand when to set boundaries and when no contact may honor God’s design for peace.
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Aug 284 min read
Dealing with Narcissists God’s Way
Learn how to deal with narcissists God’s way—using Scripture, prayer, and discernment to set boundaries, stay humble, and protect your peace.
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Jul 293 min read
Biblical Figures Exhibiting Narcissistic Qualities
Having established what biblical narcissism looks like in Satan – The Original Narcissist , Let’s look at a few notable men who fell into step with Satan’s narcissism. King Saul Traits Displayed : Pride, jealousy, obsession with status, and lack of accountability. Examples/Explanation : Saul’s insecurity and envy toward David reveal narcissistic tendencies. When David gained popularity after defeating Goliath, Saul became consumed with jealousy, fearing David would overshad
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Jul 264 min read
The Overlooked Impact of Parental Alienation on Siblings
Parental alienation, where one parent manipulates a child to reject the other, is a devastating and dividing force in families. While much attention is given to the targeted parent and the alienated child, siblings—those not directly targeted by the manipulation—also suffer profoundly. Caught in the crossfire of family conflict, siblings face unique emotional, psychological, and spiritual challenges. Let’s look at the impact of parental alienation on siblings, an often-overlo
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Jul 242 min read
Satan – The Original Narcissist
Following Archangel Michael’s example, it is with as much humility as I can muster that I write this post. “But when [even] the archangel Michael, contending with the devil, judicially argued (disputed) about the body of Moses, he dared not [presume to] bring an abusive condemnation against him, but [simply] said, The Lord rebuke you!” (Jude 9, AMPC) So, rather than airing my opinions, I will stick to the DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria as cited by Zimmerman & Kahn (2023) and th
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Jul 184 min read
How Parental Alienation Harms Children Emotionally, Psychologically, and Spiritually
Parental alienation, where one parent manipulates a child to reject the other, is a devastating form of emotional abuse. While the targeted parent suffers, the child is the unintended victim, caught in a web of loyalty conflicts and misinformation. Let’s scratch the surface of the emotional, psychological, and spiritual impacts of parental alienation on children. The long-term consequences are devastating. Early intervention is critical. Emotional Cost to the Child Children e
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Jul 163 min read
The Devastating Impact of Parental Alienation on the Targeted Parent
Parental alienation is a heart-wrenching phenomenon where one parent manipulates a child to reject the other, often during high-conflict divorces or custody disputes, though it also happens in dysfunctional marriages. While the child is caught in the middle, the targeted parent—the one pushed away—faces profound emotional, psychological, and even spiritual consequences. This blog explores how parental alienation affects the targeted parent, shedding light on a pain often endu
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Jul 102 min read
The Transformative Power of Words: Shaping Reality with Intention
In the opening chapter of Genesis, the Bible illustrates the profound creative power of words: “God said, ‘Let there be light,’ and there was light” (Genesis 1:3, New Living Translation). With each divine utterance, the universe took shape—waters parted, land emerged, vegetation sprouted, and living creatures filled the earth and skies (Genesis 1:6-7, 9, 11, 14-15, 20, 24). Ultimately, God declared, “Let us make human beings in our image, to be like us” (Genesis 1:26). As bei
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Jun 273 min read
Why I Chose Christian Life Coaching Over Counseling
If you're seeking support rooted in biblical wisdom and tailored to your unique needs, I'm here for you every step of the way.
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Apr 14, 20241 min read
Guest Appearance on the Practically Speaking Mom Part 2: Co-Parenting: How to Talk to Kids
Continue the conversation with Val Harrison, the Practically Speaking Mom, and myself about how to talk to kids about hard things.
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Sep 9, 20231 min read
Guest Appearance on the Practically Speaking Mom: Family Dynamics, Co-Parenting, and Forgiveness
What happens when a passionate mental health coach, Angela Startz from Called2Rise, shares her insights on managing life's challenging circu
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Sep 5, 20231 min read
Parental Alienation
What It Is & Why It Happens.
Help for the Targeted Parent.
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Apr 7, 20224 min read
Narcissistic Personality Disorder
When Disorganized and Avoidant Attachment Styles Collide
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Mar 23, 20223 min read
Borderline Personality Disorder
At the heart of borderline personality disorder lies a fractured self-image and a disorganized attachment style rooted in a bone-deep fear of abandonment and rejection. What is a Disorganized Attachment Style? Attachment styles are formed early in life. As infants and young children, we learn our worth and value by the responses we receive from our primary caregivers. Ideally, caregivers provide responses that validate us and teach us how to identify and regulate our emotions
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Mar 3, 20224 min read
A Christian's Self-Worth
Christian, self-worth does not mean selfish. It means honoring God by valuing the pinnacle of His creation.
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Feb 18, 20223 min read
No Means No
Content May Be Triggering for Survivors of Sexual Trauma. Recovery Is Possible – Seek Support.
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Feb 10, 20224 min read
Communication Breakdown
Those who are alone are not the loneliest; that title belongs to those who find themselves alone in their marriages.
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Dec 15, 20212 min read
Spiritual Warfare
In response to my post, Gather The Troops, I was asked to create a list of the Christian rules of engagement.
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Dec 1, 20217 min read
The Parentified Child – All Grown Up
Forced to grow up too quickly, adults who were parentified are easy to spot once you know the signs.
Angela Startz, MAHSC, CMCLC
Nov 20, 20213 min read
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