New Path 12:2 Christian Counseling

08/26/2026

Laura Piatt is a longtime Edmond resident, wife, mother of three, and Licensed Professional Counselor, Laura brings both professional experience and personal insight to her work with children, adolescents, young adults, parents, and families.
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Her approach is rooted in the belief that God created us for relationship and that healing can take place through healthy relationships, biblical truth, and intentional growth. She works to look beyond symptoms to address the underlying concerns affecting mental and emotional well-being.
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As a Christian counselor, her desire is to help individuals and families grow closer to God while developing healthy skills to live with greater hope, purpose, and wholeness.
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📚 As the new school year begins, she currently has a few openings available. If your child, teen, or family could benefit from support this season, reach out to our office to learn more or schedule an appointment.
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New season. New school year. A chance to grow. 🤍

08/24/2026

Dr. Cynthia Chioco is a licensed psychologist with extensive experience serving children, families, and adults across hospital, residential, and private practice settings. A graduate of the University of Oklahoma and Baylor University, she has specialized training in working with children and their families.
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She has a particular passion for helping children and adolescents thrive. Dr. Chioco is currently completing a fellowship in functional and integrative psychiatry that will give her the tools to deliver root-cause mental health care.
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As a Christian psychologist, Dr. Chioco integrates her clinical training with a Christ-centered, biblically grounded approach, helping individuals and families pursue emotional healing while growing in their relationship with God.
Her desire is to help children, adults, and families experience lasting growth, healthy relationships, and a deeper understanding of God’s truth.
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With the new school year approaching, Dr. Chioco currently has a few openings for children and families. If your child could benefit from additional support this school year, reach out to our office to learn more or schedule an appointment. 🤍

08/19/2026

Have you ever had a conversation that ended hours ago, but your mind keeps going back to it?
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“Why did they say that?”
“What should I have said?”
“What if I had handled it differently?”
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This is called rumination, when your mind repeatedly revisits a situation, often trying to find an answer, make sense of what happened, or regain a sense of control.
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The problem is that replaying something doesn't always help us resolve it. Sometimes it simply keeps us emotionally connected to the hurt.
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Healthy reflection asks:
“What can I learn from this?”
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Learning to recognize rumination is an important part of improving emotional well-being. The goal isn't to stop thinking, it’s to learn how to think in ways that actually help you process, problem-solve, and move forward.
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If you struggle with rumination or repetitive thoughts, our counselors can help you understand the pattern and develop healthier ways of responding.

08/17/2026

📱 New Number: (405) 938-8020
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Same caring team. Same commitment to providing biblically grounded Christian counseling. Just a new way to reach us!
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Thank you for continuing to trust our team to walk alongside you and your family. 🤍 Please save our new number today!

08/14/2026

WHEN FORGIVENESS FEELS IMPOSSIBLE…..
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Forgiveness can be one of the hardest things God asks us to do, especially when the hurt is deep.
But biblical forgiveness does not mean pretending the wound didn't happen.
It doesn't mean saying, “It wasn't that bad.”
It doesn't mean ignoring consequences.
It doesn't mean immediately trusting someone who has broken your trust.
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And it doesn't mean allowing someone to continue hurting you.
Forgiveness means surrendering our desire to personally repay the wrong and entrusting justice to God.
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Scripture tells us:
“Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.”
— Ephesians 4:32
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We forgive because we have been forgiven.
That doesn't make what happened okay. It means we refuse to allow another person's sin to determine the condition of our heart.
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Sometimes forgiveness is a decision we make before our emotions catch up.
Sometimes it is something we have to surrender to God again and again as the pain resurfaces.
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If you're struggling to walk through forgiveness, our counselors are here to help you process the hurt, seek biblical wisdom, and take healthy steps toward healing.

08/11/2026

You're not lazy. You may be exhausted.
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Sometimes what looks like procrastination, irritability, lack of motivation, or feeling emotionally “checked out” may actually be a sign that your mind and body have been carrying too much for too long.
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When we're under chronic stress, our nervous system can remain in a heightened state of alert. Over time, this can contribute to:
• Feeling constantly overwhelmed
• Difficulty concentrating
• Irritability or emotional reactivity
• Trouble sleeping
• Feeling mentally and physically exhausted
• Difficulty enjoying things you normally love
• Feeling like even small tasks are too much
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This doesn't mean every experience of exhaustion is caused by stress, and it doesn't mean we should ignore our responsibilities.
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But it does mean it's worth slowing down and asking:
“What has my mind and body been carrying?”
Scripture reminds us that rest is not a weakness.
Jesus said:
"Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." — Matthew 11:28
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Biblical rest isn't simply doing nothing. It's recognizing that we are not God, we have limits, and we were never designed to carry every burden on our own.
Sometimes caring for our mental health means creating space to rest, setting healthy boundaries, asking for help, addressing what is creating ongoing stress, and seeking wise counsel.
And sometimes the most faithful thing we can do is acknowledge that we're tired and bring that burden honestly before the Lord.
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You don't have to wait until you're completely depleted to ask for help. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or like you're simply running on empty, our Christian counseling team is here to help you understand what you're experiencing and walk through it with both clinical wisdom and biblical truth.
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What has been taking more out of you than you've had the opportunity to recover from?

08/05/2026

MEN, HOW'S THE INTIMACY IN YOUR MARRIAGE?
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What if a stronger marriage starts with becoming a more intentional husband?
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Our upcoming Men's Marriage Group, led by Donnie Van Curen, will work through The Married Guy's Guide to Great S*x, creating a space for men to have honest conversations about intimacy, communication, connection, and their role within marriage.
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This group will provide an opportunity for honest conversation, practical insight, accountability, and biblical perspective as we explore what it means to pursue greater intimacy and a healthier marriage.
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Because a strong marriage isn't built on physical intimacy alone. It is built through trust, communication, sacrifice, humility, friendship, and a commitment to love your wife well.
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Interested in joining?
Reach out to our office for details about upcoming dates, registration, and group availability.
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Men's Group | Coming Soon
Led by Donnie Van Curen

08/03/2026

Your spouse cannot be your Savior.
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Marriage is a beautiful gift from God, but your spouse was never created to meet every need, heal every wound, provide your identity, or give your life ultimate meaning.
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Sometimes we place expectations on our spouse that only Christ can fulfill.
We expect them to:
• Always understand us
• Make us feel secure
• Heal our past hurts
• Meet all of our emotional needs
• Give us lasting peace
• Make us feel worthy or complete
But no human being can carry that weight perfectly.
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Psalm 62:5 reminds us, “My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him.”
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A healthy marriage isn't two people looking to each other for salvation. It's two imperfect people learning to look to Christ.
When Christ is where our identity, hope, and security are rooted, we are better able to love our spouse—not from a place of demanding that they complete us, but from a place of grace, humility, forgiveness, and sacrificial love.
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Your spouse is your spouse.
Christ is your Savior.
And sometimes, recognizing where we've placed our expectations is the beginning of meaningful change.
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If you and your spouse are struggling to navigate communication, conflict, trust, or unmet expectations, our team of Christian counselors is here to help. We provide a place to slow down, seek wise counsel, and work through these challenges with biblical truth and compassionate care.
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Have you been asking your spouse to carry something that was meant to be surrendered to the Lord?
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If you're ready to take a step toward healthier, Christ-centered growth, reach out to our team.

07/29/2026

As summer comes to a close and routines begin to change, many people find themselves preparing for a new season.
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If you've been thinking about starting counseling, this may be the right time to take that first step.
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Our counselors' schedules are beginning to fill as families return from vacation, students head back to school, and the busyness of fall approaches. We'd love to help you find an appointment that fits your schedule.
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Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, or simply desiring Christ-centered guidance, we're here to walk alongside you with truth, grace, and compassion.
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"Where there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety." — Proverbs 11:14
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You don't have to wait until life feels overwhelming to seek wise counsel. Sometimes the greatest act of wisdom is taking the first step before the burdens become heavier.
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Visit the link in our bio or contact our office to schedule an appointment. We'd be honored to walk alongside you this season.

07/13/2026