ANDREA ANDERSON POLK

I had the privilege of being published in Church Growth Magazine with my article 5 Steps to Dealing With Toxic Relationships: Guarding...

I had the privilege of being published in The Christian Post, “How the Church can best help struggling couples,” below is an excerpt from...

Everyone knows that homebuying can be stressful, especially in the current climate. While how-to guides on everything from the mechanics...

In all my years of working with different people as a professional counselor, I’ve observed that there are some who are more susceptible...

Understanding that hurting people hurt people can help you accelerate your healing process. The insight gained from this truth will open...

In a previous post we looked at what characterizes an abusive relationship and how to recognize if you are in one. If you haven't read...

What happens when you are in an abusive relationship? The impact isn’t realized for many people until the damage has been done. As you...

One of the most challenging parts of being in a toxic relationship is communication. Trying to communicate with the person in your toxic...

Toxic relationships can be tricky and not easily recognized. These 10 questions can help you understand if you are in a toxic relationship.

Andrea Anderson Polk, LPC, introduces her brand new book The Cuckoo Syndrome.

The crucibles Andrea endured made her question both her faith and the therapy her parents underwent to try, unsuccessfully, to improve...

Exposing Toxic Thinking Patterns and Self-Sabotaging Behavior In the previous post, we discussed The Relationship Cuckoo which means you...

Exposing Unhealthy Relationships In the previous post, we discussed The Cuckoo Syndrome and how it can show up in your “nest,” your life...

Nature’s Infamous Imposter and Master Manipulator The analogy I use with clients when they are feeling stuck and are suffering in...