In this podcast episode, host Dawn Gabriel converses with Katie Kroening, a licensed clinical social worker and owner of a faith-based counseling practice. Katie provides insight into her faith's influence on her career, starting with her decision to seek a career in social work and setting up her own counseling practice in 2018. She emphasizes the importance of waiting upon the Lord and aligning one's professional decisions with spiritual convictions. She shares a personal story about the tragedy her husband faced and how the experience reinforced her trust in God. Katie also discusses her recent decision to open a second location of her practice, which came after years of prayer and waiting. Katie and Dawn talk about the challenges in dealing with the fear of reducing their practices' size or altering their offering due to faith-related decisions. They conclude with a conversation on overcoming the fear of judgment, maintaining cultural values, and balancing business decisions with spiritual commitments, encouraging listeners to stay true to their values and persevere in their journey. View the full show notes on the webpage.  00:08 Introduction and Welcoming Guest 00:32 Getting to Know Katie Croning 00:41 Katie's Professional Journey and Personal Life 02:04 Discussing Katie's Specialization and Practice 03:17 God as a Business Partner 03:30 Katie's Faith Journey and Career Aspirations 06:54 The Importance of Waiting on the Lord 07:28 Katie's Personal Story and Challenges 07:41 Katie's Business Growth and Expansion 09:06 The Power of Faith and Patience 19:15 The Role of Fear in Decision Making 21:13 The Importance of Aligning with Values 22:57 The Struggles and Rewards of Running a Practice 31:36 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement Links and Resources Center for Courageous Living Instagram: Linktr.ee/thrcenterforcourage Facebook: Courageous7777 Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/Katiekroeningctr4crg/ Sacred Space Community Groups - with Dawn Soul Care Retreats: Exclusively for therapists who want to recharge in a deep and fulfilling way. You will engage in your own spiritual journey, find some release from the work you do, as well as connect with other therapists all while enjoying the beauty of Colorado at a secluded and peaceful retreat center. Limited to 6-8 therapists. Show Notes and Podcast Production by Course Creation Studio.