Jonathan Decker, LMFT

Ask a Latter-day Saint therapist: How can I make time for self-care without guilt?

September 01, 2023 06:55 AM MDT

We try to follow the Savior’s admonition to love and serve another so much that we sometimes forget that, in the commandment to “love thy neighbor as thyself,” there is an overlooked commandment to love ourselves!

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Latter-day Saint therapist: 7 principles amazing fathers practice

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

June 13, 2023 01:28 PM MDT

"In both my personal and professional opinion, my dad got this fatherhood thing pretty much figured out. Allow me to share seven fatherhood lessons that I learned from him (along with a few of my own thoughts)."

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Ask a Latter-day Saint therapist: My husband doesn’t even try to provide for us

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

May 10, 2023 12:11 PM MDT

“My husband has been unemployed for several years, and I don’t see him making any efforts to provide for us. How can I overcome my resentment?”

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Ask a Latter-day Saint therapist: I’m struggling to keep boundaries with an abuser

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

February 15, 2022 01:25 PM MST

My father was abusive to me as a child. He’s expressed remorse, but I don’t really want to be around him. He accuses me of holding a grudge. Am I in the wrong?

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5 gospel-based ways to keep your New Year’s resolutions

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

January 05, 2022 10:00 AM MST

When it comes to self-improvement, it seems that “the spirit is indeed willing but the flesh is weak.” So how do we overcome weakness to fulfill our goals?

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Ask a Latter-day Saint therapist: How do I manage grief while looking forward to eternity?

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

March 05, 2021 03:30 PM MST

While knowledge of the plan of salvation provides comfort and hope, the absence of someone loved is deeply felt. And it’s good to feel it, even if it doesn’t feel good. How can we best manage those feelings?

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Ask a Latter-day Saint therapist: What is compatibility?

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

February 08, 2021 10:56 AM MST

Q: I’m single and dating to try and find my match. What does it mean to be compatible? How do I know if I’ve found a match that will last?

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Ask a Latter-day Saint therapist: My ex abused our children, should I tell his bishop?

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

January 22, 2021 12:00 PM MST

Editor's Note: The views, information, or opinions expressed in this column are solely those of the author. Readers should consider each unique situation. This content is not meant to be a substitute for individual, professional advice.

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Ask a Latter-day Saint therapist: My loved one physically hurt someone I love

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

December 31, 2020 12:00 PM MST

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Ask a Latter-day Saint Therapist: I'm a single female over 50 in the church and struggling with my circumstances—how can I better cope?

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

November 27, 2020 12:00 PM MST

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Ask a Latter-day Saint therapist: Can I overcome my eating disorder through faith alone?

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

November 13, 2020 04:25 PM MST

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Ask a Latter-day Saint therapist: How do I navigate inconsistent behavior from my spouse?

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

October 30, 2020 04:22 PM MDT

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Ask a Latter-day Saint therapist: I’m a Jewish convert and some of my ward members are anti-Semitic

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

September 18, 2020 03:34 PM MDT

Q: Please tell me how I can get rid of my anger toward certain members of the ward I belong to. They told me I killed Jesus Christ because I was born and raised Jewish.

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Ask a Latter-day Saint therapist: How can I manage my anger?

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

August 21, 2020 01:15 PM MDT

Editor's note: The views, information, or opinions expressed in this column are solely those of the author. Readers should consider each unique situation. This content is not meant to be a substitute for individual, professional advice.

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Ask a Latter-day Saint therapist: I can’t stop looking at pornography

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

August 07, 2020 01:42 PM MDT

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Ask a Latter-day Saint therapist: What does infidelity recovery look like?

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

July 24, 2020 11:00 AM MDT

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Ask a Latter-day Saint therapist: Should we have attended our unmarried granddaughter’s baby shower?

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

June 26, 2020 02:39 PM MDT

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Ask a Latter-day Saint Therapist: My relative gossips about my spouse

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

June 12, 2020 02:24 PM MDT

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Ask a Latter-day Saint Therapist: Our Child Left the Church, Will We Be Separated After Death?

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

October 05, 2018 04:37 PM MDT

For daily gospel-based relationship insights, join Jonathan’s Facebook group . To submit a question for Jonathan, click here.

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Ask a Latter-day Saint therapist: I’m attracted to people other than my spouse. Is that wrong?

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

September 28, 2018 12:58 PM MDT

Is it sinful to be attracted to someone other than your spouse?

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Mormon Moviegoers Review: What Parents Need to Know About "Ocean's 8" Before Seeing It with Their Family

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

June 22, 2018 12:28 PM MDT

Mormon Moviegoers help you make informed decisions by reviewing films for artistry, content, and Gospel parallels. It was founded by Jonathan Decker, author of 250 Great Movies for Latter-day Families. For daily reviews join our Facebook group.

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When Your Spouse Is Unfaithful: 5 Steps to Help You Find Healing

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

June 20, 2018 12:59 PM MDT

There may be nothing so devastating to a marriage as infidelity. The eradicated trust, the deep wounds of betrayal, and the feelings of shame create a perfect storm, wreaking havoc from which many never come back. If this is your current situation, know that through the pain there is hope.

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Mormon Moviegoers Review: What Parents Need to Know About "Avengers: Infinity War" Before Seeing It with Their Family

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

May 04, 2018 07:57 PM MDT

Mormon Moviegoers is a collective of LDS film reviewers helping you to make informed decisions about Hollywood films. It was founded by family counselor Jonathan Decker (of Ask a Mormon Therapist).

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How LDS Entrepreneurs Can Strengthen Their Marriage, Despite the Stress

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

March 06, 2018 12:55 PM MST

“By divine design, fathers are to preside over their families in love and righteousness and are responsible to provide the necessities of life and protection for their families. Mothers are primarily responsible for the nurture of their children. In these sacred responsibilities, fathers and mothers are obligated to help one another as equal partners.” – The Family, A Proclamation to the World, emphasis added.

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