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America’s #1 Christian Counseling Call-In Radio Program. Since 1988 New Life Live! has been broadcast as a nationally-syndicated, interactive talk radio program which deals with mental health, emotional, relational and spiritual issues from a biblical perspective.
Most Recent Episodes
Anxiety, Intimacy, and More Caller Questions from September 11, 2025
Topics: Anxiety & Depression, Family Relationships, Grief & Loss Support, Marriage, Sexual Integrity & RecoveryHosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jacqui Mack-Harris, PsyD, LMFT, Dr. Jim Burns, PhDCaller Questions & More:Dr. Jacqui talks about Patriot Day and heroes and how we can serve our community by walking in our purpose.I live alone and can hear mice in the wall. How do I deal with the fear, or should I move?My wife is 18yrs older and we’ve been married for over 30yrs; how do we have intimacy if I am not physically attracted to her?My only daughter and her husband are moving to Europe; as a widow, how do I deal with the empty nest?Is there anything I can do to help my young grandkids when they spend the night and are afraid of the dark?My 38yo son asked me, “Why am I hit on at every job I have?”Suggested Resources100 Days To Freedom from Fear and AnxietySecrets of Sex and MarriageDoing Life with Your Adult ChildrenFinding Joy in the Empty NestHow We Love Our Kids
September 11, 2025 ListenMental Health, Grief, and More Caller Questions from September 10, 2025
Topics: Christian Mental Health Resources, Crisis Help, Grief & Loss Support, Parenting ResourcesHosts: Becky Brown, MS, LPCC, Brian Perez, Dr. Jacqui Mack-Harris, PsyD, LMFTCaller Questions & More:Becky shares that today is World Suicide Prevention Day and offers a free tip sheet to help those struggling.What do I need to do to cut soul ties after the woman I’m dating told me she wanted some space right before she left to go to another country for the summer?I feel betrayed because I flew out to my mom and dad to bury their dog and help them grieve, but they got a new dog without even telling me.How do I answer my 16yo son who keeps asking me if he has to go to church?My son is in his thirties and blames us for not picking up on his mental health issues when he was a child.Suggested ResourcesHow We LoveHow We Love Our KidsLife Recovery Bible
September 10, 2025 ListenInheritance, Triggers, and More Caller Questions from September 9, 2025
Topics: Anxiety & Depression, Family Relationships, Parenting Resources, Sexual Integrity & Recovery, Spiritual GrowthHosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jill Hubbard, PhD, Dr. Jim Burns, PhDCaller Questions & More:Dr. Jim shares Proverbs 30:18-19 and how it applies to the younger generation.How do I overcome a fear of heights so that I can continue to drive long distances for work?Any advice on how to help my husband? I’ve started to go to therapy twice a week for my PTSD, went through residential treatment, and am speaking my mind now.How can I mend my relationship with my 34yo granddaughter after I told her what her inheritance will be?My stepson touched me inappropriately while sleeping in my bed when he was younger, and it has brought up memories of me being sexually abused as a child.Suggested ResourcesTake Your Life BackDoing Life with Your Adult ChildrenA Student's Guide to Sexual Integrity
September 9, 2025 ListenDating, Physical Abuse, and More Caller Questions from September 8, 2025
Topics: Family Relationships, Parenting Resources, Spiritual GrowthHosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Alice Benton, PsyD, Marc Cameron, MA, LMFTCaller Questions & More:Marc discusses the life of J. Paul Getty and how he collected art but was an avoider and couldn’t hold onto relationships.Should I share my concerns to my 25yo nephew, who lives with his girlfriend, about our upcoming family vacation and sleeping arrangements?How do I address a Christian counselor who is telling my 83yo friend that she’s going to receive physical healing while she’s on this earth?What should I do about my son who yells at his kids and hits his child’s mom?How do I respond to my daughter-in-law who is upset that I went in their house with my shoes on and opened the windows?Suggested ResourcesDoing Life with Your Adult ChildrenBoundariesHow We Love
September 8, 2025 ListenChildhood Trauma, Sobriety, and More Caller Questions from September 5, 2025
Topics: Addiction & Recovery, Family Relationships, Spiritual Growth, Trauma & Abuse RecoveryHosts: Brian Perez, Chris Williams, MA, LMFT, Dr. Jill Hubbard, PhDCaller Questions & More:Dr. Jill and Chris talk about surrendering to God and letting Him influence us.Should I reach out to my adult son who has left the country? He has narcissism and bipolar disorder.How do I deal with being traumatized when I’m not on time? I feel like I’m going to be beaten like I was as a child.I feel guilty for not being the daughter my parents needed me to be, even though I led my father to the Lord on his deathbed.I’ve been sober for one year; how do I leave AA?How do I get my life back after surviving being shot at six times?Suggested ResourcesBoundariesHow People GrowLife Recovery Workbook for Grief
September 5, 2025 ListenRetirement, Divorce, and More Caller Questions from September 4, 2025
Topics: Boundaries & Self-Care, Trauma & Abuse RecoveryHosts: Becky Brown, MS, LPCC, Brian Perez, Dr. Alice Benton, PsyDCaller Questions & More:Becky encourages us to read the book of Nehemiah and explains how it applies to rebuilding our lives.My husband told me he’s afraid I’m going to be living off of his retirement, and it made me feel unloved; how do I deal with this?What steps do I take to deal with my ex-husband who is paying people to hurt me? I’m afraid to return to work.What do I do with my thoughts and emotions while going through my third divorce? How do I keep connected with my kids?Suggested ResourcesHow We LoveTake Your Life BackLife Recovery Workbook for Divorce
September 4, 2025 ListenClaustrophobia, Empty Nest, and More Caller Questions from September 3, 2025
Topics: Compulsive Behaviors, Parenting Resources, Spiritual GrowthHosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jacqui Mack-Harris, PsyD, LMFT, Dr. Jim Burns, PhDCaller Questions & More:Dr. Jim talks about finding joy when your nest is empty.Any suggestions on how I can overcome claustrophobia? It started when I was 4 years old.Is it wrong for a Christian to make a vow to do or not do something? A female friend vowed to never get married again.How do I try to find joy again since our only child left to go to college?Should I invite my great-grandchildren to stay at my house again? They ran around the house the whole night.Suggested Resources100 Days To Freedom from Fear and AnxietyHow We LoveFinding Joy in the Empty NestUnderstanding and Loving Your Child with ADHD
September 3, 2025 ListenMental Health, Incarceration, and More Caller Questions from September 2, 2025
Topics: Family Relationships, Grief & Loss Support, MarriageHosts: Brian Perez, Chris Williams, MA, LMFT, Dr. Jill Hubbard, PhDCaller Questions & More:Chris discusses how we’ve become too comfortable with spewing poison on all forms of communication, and words matter.My 31-year-old son is in a facility and seems to have schizophrenia and paranoia.My husband died after 59 years of marriage, and I feel guilty for not being able to save him.How do I deal with my 45-year-old son getting out of prison and moving home? He was in prison for 3 years.The communication stopped with my husband after his son moved in 12 years ago. His son is now 48 years old.Suggested ResourcesDoing Life with Your Adult ChildrenLife Recovery Workbook for GriefTrustTake Your Life Back
September 2, 2025 ListenSubstance Abuse, Tithing, and More Caller Questions from September 1, 2025
Topics: Addiction & Recovery, Crisis Help, Emotional Healing, Grief & Loss Support, Spiritual GrowthHosts: Brian Perez, Dr. Jill Hubbard, PhD, JJ West, MEd, LMFTCaller Questions & More:Dr. Jill discusses some of the risk factors for suicide and what to do if someone you know is struggling with suicidal ideation.What do I do if my husband struggles with substance abuse, and we separated in May because he started using again?What is your opinion on tithing 10 percent and only giving it to your church?How do I learn to trust again? My church has broken my trust, and I don’t know if I can trust my doctor.I use busyness and distractions to get me through the grief of losing my son.Suggested ResourcesLife Recovery JourneyTrustLife Recovery Workbook for Grief
September 1, 2025 ListenVerbal Abuse, Mental Health, and More Caller Questions from August 29, 2025
Topics: Anxiety & Depression, Christian Mental Health Resources, Crisis Help, Grief & Loss Support, Marriage, Trauma & Abuse RecoveryHosts: Becky Brown, MS, LPCC, Brian Perez, Marc Cameron, MA, LMFTCaller Questions & More:Becky talks about National Grief Awareness Day on August 30th.I’m in a wheelchair and can’t get out; how do I get food after leaving prison last week?My verbally abusive husband days he’ll stay married to me, but only if I’ll have sex with him even though it’s painful for me.What do I do if my husband of 28yrs is emotionally disconnected and can’t see what he’s doing is hurtful?My friend is being very paranoid by staying inside and hiding from someone she thinks is trolling her.Suggested ResourcesLife Recovery BibleHow We LoveLiving Strong, Finishing Well
August 29, 2025 Listen
