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Counseling Episodes

Breaking Chains
Feb. 26, 2026

Breaking Chains

In this show, Dr. Ray conducts a self-interview with Dr. Sandrew Wright, an experienced addiction counselor. They discuss the seriousness of addictions within today's Church, explore ways to confront these issues, and examine how they can be addressed both biblically and through effective Christian…
The Controlling Spirit
Feb. 19, 2026

The Controlling Spirit

In this episode, Dr. Ray Self discusses the controlling spirit, including why people use it, how it affects and hinders you, and ways to overcome it.
In Everything Give Thanks
Nov. 27, 2025

In Everything Give Thanks

In this show, Dr. Ray discusses the significance and possibility of expressing gratitude, regardless of our current circumstances. While it may seem difficult, impractical, or unreasonable, it is actually both critical and logical when we consider who God is.
Reacting to Toxic or Dysfunctional People
Nov. 20, 2025

Reacting to Toxic or Dysfunctional People

In this episode of Self Talk, Dr Ray discusses typical reactions to toxic friends and family, and how the blame game enters in. Dr. Ray discusses how a normal human response suddenly turns into a lot of guilt and shame.
Holidays with a Toxic Family Member
Oct. 30, 2025

Holidays with a Toxic Family Member

As the holiday season approaches, it's crucial to spend time with family, but sometimes a few relatives can be toxic. So how do you manage toxic family members while maintaining a Christ-like attitude during the holidays? Whether it's a controlling aunt, an overbearing uncle, or a narcissistic pare…
Your Focus Will Determine Your Success
Sept. 25, 2025

Your Focus Will Determine Your Success

In this episode, Dr. Self will provide tips and strategies for taking control of your life in a positive and influential way.
How Can We Recognize if a Curse is Operating in Our Lives?
July 24, 2025

How Can We Recognize if a Curse is Operating in Our Lives?

In this episode with Dr. Ray Self, you will learn how to recognize if a curse is operating in your life.
Your Future
May 29, 2025

Your Future

In this show, Dr. Ray discusses the incredible plans that God has for you, emphasizing how amazing and beyond your expectations they truly are. He also explains how God can receive glory through those plans.
Your Past - Your Future
May 22, 2025

Your Past - Your Future

Many people go through life unaware of the influences shaping their present and future. While your past does not define you, it can significantly impact your life if you have not addressed it in a healthy way. Dr. Ray discusses how to overcome these challenges and find freedom, enabling you to succ…
Messages from Your Past
May 15, 2025

Messages from Your Past

In this crucial episode, Dr. Ray Self discusses how traumatic events influence us by forming messages that develop into beliefs and ultimately shape our lifestyles.
Enabling is Not Love
April 17, 2025

Enabling is Not Love

In this exciting episode, Dr Ray Self explains the principle of enabling and why it's so important for leaders, parents, and friends to understand this concept.
Responding to Toxic People
Dec. 19, 2024

Responding to Toxic People

Unfortunately, the holidays seem to cause toxic people to manifest more than usual. How do we respond as Christians? How can we handle these relationships and keep our peace? Dr. Ray Self will answer these questions in this crucial show for the holidays and as you move into the new year.
Prophetic Protection for Your Home
Dec. 12, 2024

Prophetic Protection for Your Home

When we speak words that align with God's will, we can invite the Holy Spirit to move powerfully on our behalf. Learn more about this strong biblical principle and discover how to protect yourself and your family in the upcoming year.
Holidays with the Dysfunctional Family
Nov. 7, 2024

Holidays with the Dysfunctional Family

In this show, Dr. Ray Self discusses how to find joy despite the dysfunction and toxicity within your family.
How I Defeated Depression
Oct. 31, 2024

How I Defeated Depression

Depression can be deadly. It is a severe condition that affects millions of people. In this show, I want to share how I overcame it.
Overcoming Self-Sabotage
Oct. 24, 2024

Overcoming Self-Sabotage

Self-sabotage is destructive and very common. Dr. Ray will explain its causes and how to overcome it once and for all.
Love and Disagreement
Oct. 10, 2024

Love and Disagreement

In this show, Dr Ray Self discusses how to disagree and still love.
Staying Free From Destructive Life Patterns
Sept. 26, 2024

Staying Free From Destructive Life Patterns

In this show, Dr. Ray Self continues his discussion on destructive life patterns but focuses on how to get free and stay free from these harmful and painful life issues. You will learn that it is possible to break out of these patterns and ensure they never happen again.
How to Break Destructive Life Patterns
Sept. 19, 2024

How to Break Destructive Life Patterns

In this critical episode of Self-Talk, Dr. Self discusses these destructive patterns, what causes them, and how to break free from them.
Conflict in Relationships
Sept. 5, 2024

Conflict in Relationships

In this episode of Self Talk with Dr. Ray Self,  Dr. Ray teaches how conflict can be good for a relationship if we follow certain principles.
Stop Playing Your Role
Aug. 29, 2024

Stop Playing Your Role

In this episode of Self Talk with Dr. Ray Self,  Dr. Ray discusses destructive roles people play that originated in their childhood and are still manifesting in their adulthood.
Rejected, Cursed, and Abused to Deliverance and Freedom
Aug. 8, 2024

Rejected, Cursed, and Abused to Deliverance and Freedom

In this show, Dr. Ray Self interviews Apostle Norma Hawkins, who shares an incredible story about overcoming abuse, rejection, and abandonment.
The Issue of God Control
July 11, 2024

The Issue of God Control

If you are a Christian, you have probably heard the phrase "Well, God is in control" many times. In this episode, Dr. Ray Self will discuss the question of whether God controls everything or if we have some say in it.
Spiritual Abuse
June 6, 2024

Spiritual Abuse

In this episode, Dr. Ray Self will discuss spiritual abuse. During this discussion, you will learn how to identify spiritual abuse and what to do if you find yourself in a spiritually abusive situation.