Why (most) Therapy Is Slow and Ineffective (1)

When we experience something that triggers our threat response, it is easy to get caught in cycles of increasing stress, overwhelm, and negative emotion that hold us in "threat mode" long-term. Learn from Catholic therapist Isaac Wicker how to identify each threat cycle and break free from it. In this episode, we explore the first threat cycle: stress - exhaustion.Download Isaac's rejuvenation adventure generator: https://prodigious-trader-7268.kit.com/d1660ec659Download the 6 Threat Types reference guide: https://prodigious-trader-7268.kit.com/bc63ea9d64 Download the 7 Threat Cycles guide with descriptions and tips on how to break each cycle: https://prodigious-trader-7268.kit.com/d8c74213d2 Work with Isaac one-on-one: IsaacWicker.comWant to break the cycles of stress and find rest in God the Father? Visit: KNOWNbytheFather.comSupport the show

Many different situations can trigger our "fight, flight, or freeze" response throughout the day. Catholic Therapist Isaac Wicker, LPC, asserts that there are six distinct types of threats that we can experience: physical, resource, goal, attachment, moral, and identity threat. He explains and provides examples for each of the six areas in this episode! Download the 6 Threat Types reference guide: https://prodigious-trader-7268.kit.com/bc63ea9d64Work one-on-one with IsaacWicker.comVisit KNOWNbytheFather.comSupport the show

Licensed therapist, Isaac Wicker, LPC, continues sharing his take on therapy: its positives and negatives. This episode is part two!Work with Isaac one-on-one: IsaacWicker.comVisit KNOWNbytheFather.comSupport the show

Licensed therapist, Isaac Wicker, LPC, gives his take on therapy: its positives and negatives. Instead of acting under his license, Isaac meets with clients using a Mental Health Coaching model he developed. Hear why and how his coaching model is different. Work one-on-one with Isaac: IsaacWicker.comVisit KNOWNbytheFather.comSupport the show

Isaac continues his discussion of the ten areas of security vs. insecurity in relationship with God. Listen to the first five areas in the previous episode!Work one-on-one with Isaac: IsaacWicker.comWant to a more secure relationship with God? Visit: KNOWNbytheFather.comSupport the show

With over a decade of experience in the mental health industry, Isaac has noticed patterns of behavior based on living a secure vs. insecure relationship with God. Isaac identifies ten areas where he notices these differences at play, ranging from emotional regulation to how we make big decisions. He discusses the first five areas here in part one!Work one-on-one with Isaac: IsaacWicker.comWant a secure relationship with God? Visit: KnownbytheFather.comSupport the show

In the Diary of St. Faustina, Jesus asserts that our yes to God impacts our own salvation and also the salvation of others. Listen to Isaac's reflection on what it means to say yes: to deny ourselves, pick up our cross, and follow Christ.Work with Isaac one-on-one: IsaacWicker.comVisit KNOWNbytheFather.comSupport the show

Many people have spent years trying to ignore, suppress, or cut out anger. Anger gets a bad reputation, but it is designed to protect and fight for things that we value. Get Isaac's take on how anger works and what we should do about it.Work 1-on-1 with Isaac: IsaacWicker.comVisit KNOWNbytheFather.comSupport the show

Our culture pushes "self-care" while Christian circles emphasize "self-sacrifice." How do we balance our needs with the call to pick up our cross? And where do we find true rest? Find out in this episode!Signups for "KNOWN: Embraced by the Heart of the Father" Sept 2026 ends tomorrow!!! Find healing now. Visit knownbythefather.comWork one-on-one with Isaac: IsaacWicker.comSupport the show

Join Isaac Wicker as he interviews KNOWN alum Catriona Bisety. Before KNOWN, Catriona's fear ruled her vision of the world. Learn how God the Father's gentle voice reshaped her experience into one of hope, joy, and freedom. Join the September, 2026 KNOWN: Embraced by the Heart of the Father cohort here: knownbythefather.comInterested in working with Isaac? Check out his one-on-one coaching website here: isaacwicker.comSupport the show