The Steadfast Podcast

Steadfast Christian Counseling
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The Steadfast Podcast is a Christian counseling podcast that brings you practical, faith-rooted conversations on emotional health, relationships, trauma, anxiety, parenting, and church life. Hosted by Jessie Evans, LPC, founder of Steadfast Christian Counseling in Charleston, South Carolina, each episode offers approachable insights from licensed counselors and trusted voices in mental health. You’ll hear about real-life struggles and practical tools — all grounded in a trauma-informed, Christ-centered perspective. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, learning about attachment, strengthening

  1. 2d ago

    How to Find the Right Therapy for You with Tiff Holdgate

    How do you find a therapist who’s actually right for you? Whether you’re starting therapy for the first time or wondering if it’s time for a change, knowing what to look for can make the process feel less overwhelming. In this episode of The Steadfast Podcast, Jessie Evans and Tiff Holdgate break down how to find the right therapy for your needs, personality, and season of life. They explore different therapeutic approaches, why connection with your therapist matters, and the questions you can ask before committing. You’ll learn: • How to identify what you need from therapy • The differences between talk therapy, skills-based approaches, and trauma-focused work • Green flags and red flags in the therapeutic relationship • What to ask during a consultation • What the letters LPC, LPCA, and LPCS mean • When it might be time to find a different therapist You’re allowed to ask questions, speak up when something isn’t working, and find someone who feels like the right fit. Meet Tiff Holdgate, LPCS Tiff Holdgate, LPCS, works with adults, providing a safe and supportive space for healing and personal growth. She uses a range of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and Brainspotting, to tailor her work to each client’s unique needs. Tiff specializes in addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse recovery, grief, and religious trauma. If you’re ready to take the next step toward healing and wholeness, Tiff is here to walk alongside you. Contact her today to begin your journey. If you’re looking for Christian counseling in Charleston, SC, our team at Steadfast Christian Counseling would love to walk with you. Learn more: www.steadfastchristiancounseling.com Book your free consultation here: https://sccandcic.janeapp.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steadfastchristiancounseling/ Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Steadfast-Christian-Counseling/100088672554550/

    How to Find the Right Therapy for You with Tiff Holdgate

  2. Sep 29

    Mistakes Make Me Better

    What if making a mistake didn’t mean you failed? In this episode, Jessie talks about why mistakes are part of growth, not proof that something is wrong with you. She shares how perfectionism can turn self-reflection into shame, why healthy relationships need repair instead of perfection, and what it looks like to get back up after something doesn’t go the way you hoped. From taking risks in business to apologizing in relationships, Jessie explores how mistakes can teach us, stretch us, and make us better—if we’re willing to be honest, learn the lesson, and try again. Because the goal isn’t to never mess up. The goal is to know what to do when you do. If you’re looking for Christian counseling in Charleston, SC, our team at Steadfast Christian Counseling would love to walk with you. Learn more: www.steadfastchristiancounseling.com Book your free consultation here: https://sccandcic.janeapp.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steadfastchristiancounseling/ Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Steadfast-Christian-Counseling/100088672554550/ Free Kitchen Reflection Guide Jessie created a simple four-step reflection tool to help you pause, check in, and decide how you want to show up in the middle of everyday life. Print it out, stick it on your fridge, and use it whenever you need a quick reset. Download the free Kitchen Reflection Guide: https://link.mytherapyflow.com/widget/form/Zmgwx48V1NL9CkMdudLv

  3. Sep 22

    The Difference Between Self-Editing and Self-Abandonment

    What if changing how you show up doesn’t mean you’re being fake—it means you’re being intentional? In this episode, Jessie talks about the idea of the “self-edit” and why being authentic doesn’t mean acting on every feeling, impulse, or reaction. Sometimes the way we instinctively respond comes from insecurity, jealousy, defensiveness, or simply wanting to be liked or right. Jessie explores the difference between changing yourself to fit in and making thoughtful changes because you know who you want to be. She also digs into the difference between being nice to yourself and being kind to yourself, why kindness sometimes means telling yourself the truth, and how to hold yourself accountable without slipping into shame. You don’t have to show up perfectly. You can notice what didn’t feel right, make an edit, and keep going. If you’re looking for Christian counseling in Charleston, SC, our team at Steadfast Christian Counseling would love to walk with you. 🌿 Learn more: www.steadfastchristiancounseling.com 📅 Book your free consultation here: https://sccandcic.janeapp.com 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steadfastchristiancounseling/ 💙 Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/people/Steadfast-Christian-Counseling/100088672554550/

  4. Sep 15

    You Don’t Have to Fit In: Raising Girls Who Know They Belong

    What happens when fitting in starts costing you pieces of who you are? In this episode of The Steadfast Podcast, Jessie talks about mean girl culture, belonging, confidence, and the pressure girls feel to change themselves in order to be accepted. She shares what she’s teaching her own daughters about opening the circle, celebrating other women, using their voices, and knowing they never have to audition for belonging. Because real confidence isn’t about fitting in. It’s about knowing who you are and making room for others to do the same. If you’re looking for Christian counseling in Charleston, SC, our team at Steadfast Christian Counseling would love to walk with you. 🌿 Learn more: www.steadfastchristiancounseling.com 📅 Book your free consultation here: https://sccandcic.janeapp.com 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steadfastchristiancounseling/ 💙 Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/people/Steadfast-Christian-Counseling/100088672554550/

  5. Sep 8

    What Does Winning Look Like for You?

    What does winning actually look like for you? In the Season 4 premiere of The Steadfast Podcast, Jessie Evans explores a question she’s been thinking about all summer: how do we define winning when life is about so much more than measurable outcomes? Jessie shares how the Steadfast team thinks about success, impact, and the kind of people they want to become. She also invites you to consider how you want to show up in your own relationships, family, work, community, and everyday life. In this episode, Jessie talks about moving beyond the “scoreboard,” defining success through your values, making a meaningful impact on the people around you, and building the resilience to keep growing even when things don’t go the way you hoped. As Season 4 begins, expect more practical conversations designed to help you take big ideas and actually do something with them. So, what does winning look like for you? If you’re looking for Christian counseling in Charleston, SC, our team at Steadfast Christian Counseling would love to walk with you. 🌿 Learn more: www.steadfastchristiancounseling.com 📅 Book your free consultation here: https://sccandcic.janeapp.com

  6. Apr 27

    Making Sense of Your Story with Adam Young

    In this final episode of Season 3 of The Steadfast Podcast, Jessie Evans, LPC and Annalise sit down with Adam Young to talk about why our stories matter. Adam helps us understand that “story work” is not just about remembering the big timeline of our lives. It is about honoring the specific memories, wounds, joys, and moments that shaped how we experience ourselves, God, our relationships, and even our bodies today. Together, they explore trauma, kindness toward younger parts of ourselves, faith integration, parenting, the wisdom of the body, and why healing does not happen in isolation. You’ll also hear Adam’s powerful framework for healing:feeling your feelings and moving your body with others. To learn more about Adam’s work, check out:🌐 https://adamyoungcounseling.com🎙️ The Place We Find Ourselves Podcast📖 Make Sense of Your Story (available on Amazon) If you are in South Carolina and would like a counselor to walk with you as you begin making sense of your story, Steadfast Christian Counseling in Charleston, SC would love to help. 🌿 www.steadfastchristiancounseling.com

    Making Sense of Your Story with Adam Young

  7. Apr 21

    What Young Athletes Need Most From Parents and Coaches with Megan Cannon

    In this episode of The Steadfast Podcast, Jessie Evans sits down with returning guest Megan Cannon, owner of Carolina Counseling for Athletes, for a powerful conversation about the emotional side of youth sports—and what athletes really need from the adults leading them. Together, they explore how secure attachment, emotional safety, trust, and regulation impact not only performance, but a child’s long-term confidence and identity. From the role of coaches, to the influence of parents, to helping kids develop resilience without tying their worth to performance, this episode is packed with practical wisdom for families navigating sports culture today. Jessie and Megan discuss: how coaches can build trust and connection with playerswhy emotional safety leads to better performancethe difference between pressure and supporthow parents can help kids build anti-fragile confidencewhy kids need to know they are more than their sportIf you are raising an athlete, coaching a team, or simply want to help a child grow in confidence and emotional health, this conversation will encourage and equip you. 🌐 Website:https://www.carolinacounselingforathletes.com 📱 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wellnessandathleteshttps://www.instagram.com/carolinaathletecounseling Megan works with older tweens, teens, college-aged athletes, and adults—helping them build emotional regulation, confidence, and resilience both on and off the field. She serves clients in Charleston, SC and remotely across South Carolina. If you’re looking for counseling support for yourself, your child, or your family, we would love to help. 🌐 www.steadfastchristiancounseling.com

    What Young Athletes Need Most From Parents and Coaches with Megan Cannon

  8. Apr 14

    A Few Updates and What’s Coming Next at Steadfast

    Description: In this more personal episode, Jessie shares what’s been stirring over the past few weeks and invites you behind the scenes at Steadfast. From reflecting on what it means to stay present in the middle of everyday life, to sharing exciting updates—including a new resource app and a simpler way to use your out-of-network benefits—this episode is all about removing barriers and helping you take your next step toward growth and connection. Jessie also highlights a few key themes from this season of the podcast, including learning to slow down, becoming more self-aware, and building secure, connected relationships. If you’ve been following along this season, this episode brings it all together—and gives you a glimpse of what’s coming next. If you’ve been considering counseling but feel unsure where to start, this could be the step that makes it feel more accessible. 🔗 Learn more: www.steadfastchristiancounseling.com 📅 Book a free consultation

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The Steadfast Podcast is a Christian counseling podcast that brings you practical, faith-rooted conversations on emotional health, relationships, trauma, anxiety, parenting, and church life. Hosted by Jessie Evans, LPC, founder of Steadfast Christian Counseling in Charleston, South Carolina, each episode offers approachable insights from licensed counselors and trusted voices in mental health. You’ll hear about real-life struggles and practical tools — all grounded in a trauma-informed, Christ-centered perspective. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, learning about attachment, strengthening

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  • Creator
    Steadfast Christian Counseling
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    74
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Steadfast Christian Counseling
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    The Steadfast Podcast

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