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The Healing and Peace Prayer for Deep, Self-Centered Hurts: An Adaptation of the Peace Prayer of St. Francis

August 13, 2026 By Thomas Schmierer, Catholic Therapist, LMFT Leave a Comment

Additions to Peace Prayer of St. Francis by Thomas Schmierer, LMFTCreated in 2019 | Last updated: 4/8/2025 Lord, make me an instrument of Thy peace;Where there is hatred, let me sow love;Where there is injury, pardon;Where there is error, the truth;Where there is doubt, the faith;Where there is despair, … Continue Reading about The Healing and Peace Prayer for Deep, Self-Centered Hurts: An Adaptation of the Peace Prayer of St. Francis

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Summary of Born Only Once by Conrad W. Baars, M.D.

August 5, 2018 By Thomas Schmierer, Catholic Therapist, LMFT

This article provides a summary of Born Only Once by Conrad Baars, M.D., a book that is not just a "must read" for every Catholic therapist and … Continue Reading about Summary of Born Only Once by Conrad W. Baars, M.D.

Catholic Book Review of Born Only Once by Conrad W. Baars, M.D.

August 5, 2018 By Thomas Schmierer, Catholic Therapist, LMFT

Born Only Once by Conrad Baars, M.D. is not just a "must read" for every Catholic therapist and therapy client, but for every Catholic.  As … Continue Reading about Catholic Book Review of Born Only Once by Conrad W. Baars, M.D.

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Five Simple Steps to Mastering Time Management

January 14, 2019 By Thomas Schmierer, Catholic Therapist, LMFT

Are you someone who is late for almost everything?  Do you often find yourself surprised that the deadline for a major task is today, even though you knew about the deadline weeks in advance?  Whether you … Continue Reading about Five Simple Steps to Mastering Time Management

EMDR: Miracle Cure for Trauma?

August 14, 2018 By Thomas Schmierer, Catholic Therapist, LMFT

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is one of the best evidence-based treatments for trauma, but should we go so far as to call it a "miracle cure"?  Technically, EMDR is not a miracle because it is … Continue Reading about EMDR: Miracle Cure for Trauma?

The Simple Life: Request an Article

July 17, 2018 By Thomas Schmierer, Catholic Therapist, LMFT

The Catholic therapist is in... but he needs you to request an article.  Be assertive and ask me exactly what you need to know in order to take the first step towards living a Gospel-inspired life of simplicity so … Continue Reading about The Simple Life: Request an Article

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The Healing and Peace Prayer for Deep, Self-Centered Hurts: An Adaptation of the Peace Prayer of St. Francis

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Why “What Exists” Matters in Psychology: A Catholic Therapist’s View on Metaphysics, Ontology, and Healing

February 26, 2026 By Thomas Schmierer, Catholic Therapist, LMFT

Why Truth Matters in Psychology: A Catholic Therapist’s View on Objective Reality and Healing

June 6, 2025 By Thomas Schmierer, Catholic Therapist, LMFT

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