Faith & Feels
autor: Rika Lopez
Nejnovější epizoda
Ep.60 Addicts Need to Be Seen, Not Fixed: A Conversation with Young…
Ep.60 Addicts Need to Be Seen, Not Fixed: A Conversation with Young…
O tomto podcastu
Faith & Feels is a podcast dedicated to exploring the intersection of mental health specifically sexual brokenness and trauma, with a special focus on the Asian American faith-based community. Hosted by Rika Matoba Lopez, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), these episodes will cover interviews of ordinary people as well as professionals who share stories and lessons on struggles with love/sex/porn addiction and emotional/betrayal trauma.
Whether you're looking for guidance, encouragement, or simply a space to feel seen and heard, Faith & Feels is here to create a safe environment where men and women alike can journey through healing and wholeness together. Our goal is to make tough conversations less taboo and to remind you that you are not alone.
Join us as we explore topics often kept in the dark and work towards breaking cycles of shame and silence, with honesty, vulnerability, and hope.
Epizody
Nejnovějších 20 z 61 epizod
- Ep.60 Addicts Need to Be Seen, Not Fixed: A Conversation with Young Sang Ryu from Begin Again Institute · 59 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 60In this 60th episode of Faith & Feels, I sit down with Young Sang Ryu from Begin Again Institute for a rich and insightful conversation about sex addiction, developmental trauma…
- Ep.59 My Random Rambling Reflections · 49 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 59In this 59th episode of Faith & Feels, I share "My Random Rambling Reflections" on what has been happening in my life, my work, and the things that have been weighing on my heart…
- Ep.58 Reclaiming Our Worth in A Sexualized Culture with Rayna Lee · 51 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 58In this episode of Faith and Feels, I sit down with Rayna Lee for a meaningful and eye-opening conversation about human trafficking, the sexualization of women, and the impact…
- Ep.57 What Does Healthy Masculinity Look Like? with Paul Ho · 1 h 1 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 57In this 57th episode of Faith & Feels, I sit down with Paul Ho from El Pozo de Vida, an anti-human trafficking organization in Mexico, for an honest conversation about what…
- Ep.56 Holding Grief, Holding Hope · 55 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 56In this deeply personal episode, my husband Henry shares the story of losing his father and the days that followed. Together, we reflect on the reality of grief, the gift of…
- Ep.55 Connection Over Shame: Talking to Kids about Sex and Porn with Kristen Whitmore · 56 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 55In this episode of Faith & Feels, I sit down with Kristen Whitmore for a heartfelt conversation about parenting, sexuality, pornography, and the importance of creating safe and…
- Ep.54 Connecting to Teens Through Curiosity : A Conversation with Joshua De La Cruz · 45 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 54In this episode, I sit down with Joshua De La Cruz, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, to talk about what teens are really facing in today’s digital world. We explore…
- Ep. 53 Hope for the Man in Recovery with Dr. Kervins Clement · 59 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 53In this episode of Faith & Feels, I sit down with Dr. Kervins Clement, CSAT, founder of Clement Counseling and Consulting who is trained in sex addiction, Gottman Method, EFT…
- Ep. 52 Sex and Love Addiction in the Church - The Full Conversation ( With Pastor Wilson & Kristen) · 47 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 52(*Fully Updated Version from Episode 44) In this eye opening and honest conversation, I’m joined by Kristen Whitmore and Pastor Wilson Wang from Renew Church on the SOLA Leaders…
- Ep. 51 Chit Chat with Me & the Hubs · 33 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 51Happy New Year 2026 Everyone! This episode is just a casual conversation with me and my husband, Henry. We’re sharing a little about what life has been like lately, a goal we…
- Ep. 50 A Pause and A Thank You · 27 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 50In this milestone 50th episode of Faith & Feels, I pause to reflect with gratitude on this journey and the community that has grown alongside it. As 2025 comes to a close, I…
- Ep.49 When Faith Meets Betrayal Trauma with Gina Kaye · 52 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 49In this episode of Faith & Feels, I sit down with Gina Kaye for an honest and courageous conversation about betrayal trauma and the role faith can play in the healing journey…
- Ep.48 The Gift of Spiritual Direction with Josh Mun · 51 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 48In this episode of Faith and Feels, I sit down with spiritual director Joshua Mun to explore how spiritual direction can deepen our emotional and spiritual well-being. Together…
- Ep.47 From Cultural Expectations to Kingdom Identity: JJ Raymond's Journey · 50 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 47In this episode of Faith and Feels, I sit down with JJ Raymond for a heartfelt conversation about identity, culture, and calling within sports ministry. JJ shares his journey as…
- Ep. 46 Self Care isn't Selfish - it's Stewardship · 28 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 46Lately, I’ve been reminded how easy it is to feel guilty for slowing down or taking care of ourselves. After coming back from my trip and feeling jet-lagged, God gently reminded…
- Ep.45 Real Talk on Faith, Feels, and Sexuality with Rachel Pun & Becca Sun · 1 h 14 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 45In this episode of Faith and Feels, I sit down with Rachel Pun and Becca Sun to talk about something that’s often overlooked in the church—biblical sexuality, vulnerability, and…
- Ep.44 An Honest Conversation on Sex, Porn, Love Addiction in the Church with Pastor Wilson Wang & Kristen Whitmore · 43 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 44In this episode of Faith and Feels, I have the privilege to share in a special first-take conversation originally recorded for the SOLA Network leaders podcast with Pastor Wilson…
- Ep.43 Only Fans : Empowerment or Exploitation? · 47 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 43In this episode of Faith and Feels, I sit down with Aly Dearborn and Anastasia Sprout for an honest conversation about OnlyFans. We talk about how the platform is often…
- Ep.42 Reaching Gen Z thru Literature and the Power of Presence with Cindy Lee, M.Div Student & English Teacher · 1 h 9 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 42In this episode of Faith and Feels, Rika Lopez sits down with Cindy Lee, a high school English teacher, former missionary, and current M.Div. student, to talk about the…
- Ep.41 My Random Rambling Reflections · 38 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 41In this episode, I’m taking a step away from structured topics and sharing one of My Random Rambling Reflections. These are moments where I let my heart speak a little more…
