Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

Looking for Christmas: Finding Hope and Joy in the Story Behind the Story

Dec 9, 2025

In this episode, we sit down with author Donna VanLiere to explore the rich, often overlooked details of the biblical nativity story, and why they matter for us today. From the unlikely cast of characters to the humble setting of Jesus’ birth, we look at how each part of the story speaks meaning and purpose into our...

Pain and Experiencing the Presence of God

Dec 2, 2025

What could it look like to follow Jesus not only after the pain ends, but right in the midst of it? In this conversation, tenured psychology professor, author, and pastor Dr. Joshua Knabb helps us rethink the way we understand distress, challenging the modern tendency to pathologize every struggle. We explore...

Made for Connection: God’s Design and the Healing of Intimacy

Nov 25, 2025

Many people find themselves longing for intimacy but pulling away or sabotaging if it comes close. Today Dr. Carol explores what it means to have an “intimacy disorder.” You’ll hear real-life vignettes of people struggling in this way, and we’ll unpack how early experiences, attachment wounds, and the brain’s...

Your Questions Answered About Sex, Marriage, Same-Sex Attraction, and God

Nov 18, 2025

You ask questions! And Dr. Carol loves to respond. In today's episode, Dr. Carol's addresses some of the most difficult questions about sex, love, marriage, same-sex attraction and more. These were sent in from real listeners just like you.

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Rebuilding Us: The Path to Restoring Intimacy and Trust After Betrayal

Nov 11, 2025

In today's episode, Dr. Carol is joined by Dana Che, marriage coach, speaker, and host of the Rebuilding Us podcast. She knows firsthand what it’s like to feel angry, hurt, and hopeless in marriage marred by infidelity, yet find her way to healing and restored connection. She now helps couples move from “I can’t...