Christian Family Solutions

10/26/2026

Lost keys. Half-finished projects. A meltdown over a three-step direction. ADHD often looks different than people expect.

This ADHD Awareness Month, here are signs that go beyond being "hyper" or distracted:
• Losing track of time, assignments, or belongings
• Starting lots of tasks but struggling to finish them
• Big emotions that seem to come out of nowhere
• Zoning out in class, conversations, or meetings
• Feeling overwhelmed by multi-step directions

ADHD affects both kids and adults, and many adults don't recognize it until later in life. Understanding how your brain works is a starting point for finding what helps.

If these patterns sound familiar for you or your child, talking with your doctor or a counselor is a good next step. Amanda Dahlman, LPC, and Matt Liebenow, LPC, help clients build practical ADHD strategies at our Germantown clinic.
Call 800-438-1772.

What's one strategy that helps you or your child stay on track? Share it below. Your tip might help another family!

10/23/2026

A weekend reminder for whatever you're carrying:

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6–7

Know someone who needs this reminder today? Share this post with them.

Or simply comment "Amen" if this is the verse you need today.

10/22/2026

Meet Amanda Dahlman, LPC, one of the counselors at our Germantown clinic!

Amanda works with children, teens, and young adults (ages 8–35) navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, OCD, grief, family challenges, and the stress that comes with big life changes.
Amanda is currently accepting new clients.

To schedule, call 800-438-1772 or learn more: https://christianfamilysolutions.org/teams/amanda-dahlman/

10/21/2026

Did you know research has linked regular household chores with stronger life skills in kids? Chores build responsibility, confidence, problem-solving, and patience, and those skills follow children right into the classroom.

This month, our school-based therapists shared a few tips with parents:
• Make it a routine, not a request. Tie chores to a time of day or a visible chore chart.
• Match the job to the age. Preschoolers can pick up toys. Elementary kids can set the table or fold laundry. Teens can do laundry, vacuum, and help with meals.
• Break big jobs into small steps. "Clean your room" becomes put away clothes, dust, vacuum, and put the games away.
• Praise genuine effort, not perfection.

Link: https://bit.ly/4irJHdL

"Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not men." Ephesians 6:7

What was your very first chore growing up? Tell us in the comments!

10/21/2026

Have you ever wondered if you'll always struggle with anxiety?

Many people quietly assume that if they still feel anxious, they're doing something wrong. Not praying enough. Not trusting enough. Not trying hard enough.

But anxiety is a normal human emotion. Just as sadness alerts us to loss and fear alerts us to danger, anxiety often alerts us to uncertainty.

Paul didn't promise anxiety would never appear. He showed us where to take it: "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." Philippians 4:6

This week, when anxiety shows up, try asking: What is this feeling trying to tell me, and what would a wise response look like right now?

What helps you pause when anxious thoughts start to build? Share below; your answer might encourage someone else.

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08/18/2026

As the school year is about to get underway (if it hasn't started already), now is the perfect time for families to establish healthy morning routines. A little preparation can go a long way toward reducing stress and helping everyone start the day on the right foot.

Explore these tips from our Wellness Specialist team:
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Practical morning routine tips to reduce stress, avoid power struggles, and help your child start each school day with confidence and faith.

07/29/2026

Do you enjoy helping people thrive in the workplace? Are you looking for a meaningful HR role where you can support employees while advancing a Christ-centered mission?

Christian Family Solutions is seeking a part-time Human Resources Generalist to join our team in Germantown, WI. In this role, you'll support recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, HR operations, and more—all while helping foster a positive workplace culture where our employees can serve others well.

If you're an HR professional who values collaboration, service, and meaningful work, we'd love to hear from you.

📍 Part-time (20–24 hours/week) with flexible scheduling

Learn more and apply: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/4215758

07/27/2026

We're hiring! Join our team as a Marketing & Engagement Specialist.

Are you a strategic marketer who enjoys communications, relationship-building, and helping organizations grow their impact?

As our Marketing & Engagement Specialist, you'll help increase awareness of Christian Family Solutions, strengthen relationships with churches, schools, healthcare providers, and community partners, promote our counseling services, and support mission advancement.

If you're looking to use your skills to support Christian mental health care, we'd love to hear from you.

📍 Full-time hybrid position based in Germantown, WI

Learn more and apply: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/4328459

07/23/2026

Sometimes life becomes heavier than we ever imagined. For David*, the weight of ministry challenges, family health struggles, and long-carried emotional burdens eventually brought him to a breaking point.

Through our Adult Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), he found more than practical tools for healing. He experienced compassionate, evidence-based care rooted in the hope of Christ.

Today, David is back serving in ministry and uses his own story to encourage others that it's okay to ask for help.

👉Read David's story and learn more about our Adult Intensive Outpatient Program: https://christianfamilysolutions.org/impact-stories/adult-intensive-outpatient-program-story/

> "Marrying my wife was the best decision I ever made. Christian Family Solutions' Intensive Outpatient Program was a close second."

*Name changed to protect the patient's privacy.

07/21/2026

Even in life's darkest moments, God often works through the people He places around us.

After unexpectedly losing their wife and mother, Donn and his daughters faced an unimaginable season of grief. Through the love of their church family, their faith in Christ, and our School-Based Counseling program, they found compassionate support and hope for the road ahead.

Read the Schmidt family's story of faith, grief, and hope: https://christianfamilysolutions.org/impact-stories/school-based-counseling-unexpected-loss/

💙 If someone you know is navigating loss, consider sharing this story with them.