Leslie Vernick, a licensed clinical social worker with a private counseling practice, has authored numerous books, including The Emotionally Destructive Relationship and Lord, I Just Want to Be Happy. She completed postgraduate work in biblical counseling and cognitive therapy. Leslie and her husband, Howard, have been married more than 30 years and have two grown children.
“Leslie Vernick powerfully communicates essential truths for anyone
even questioning whether they are the victim of abuse. This book is
a must–read—not only will it educate the reader to take the
necessary steps to freedom, but it will also prevent future
destructive relationships. Thank you, Leslie, for having the
courage to write this much needed book!”
—Michelle Borquez, author of God Crazy and host of I–Life
Television’s Shine
“The Emotionally Destructive Relationship provides a critical first
step down the path of healing and growth for those who find
themselves stuck in abusive relationships...with no idea how they
got there and no idea how to get out. Those who suffer in these
relationships and those who want to help them will find a humble
fellow–traveler in Leslie. As always, Leslie meets the sufferer and
the sinner with compassion, truth, concrete direction, and lots of
hope. I look forward to using this book with my counselees”
—Winston Smith, MDiv, director of counseling services and faculty
member at Christian Counseling and Educational Foundation
“Emotional abuse is often overlooked, but it is toxic to spirit,
mind and brain chemistry. The church rarely tackles it even though
the Bible significantly covers it. Leslie wonderfully and
practically addresses this tough topic that cripples the body of
Christ and our witness to the world."The Emotionally Destructive
Relationship will be a catalyst to help you see your own story as
abuser and victim—and a catalyst to help you let the Holy Spirit
empower you to renew your mind and transform relational skills so
you will be a lighthouse of hope, shining God’s glory for all to
know His love and grace.”
—Karl Benzio, MD, psychiatrist; founder and executive director of
Lighthouse Network
“Periodically books come along that fill a significant need in the
world of Christian counseling. This is one of those books. Leslie
Vernick’s new work helps persons caught up in harmful relationships
gain perspective on what has gone wrong and what needs to be made
right.“The Emotionally Destructive Relationship avoids confusing
psychological lingo and places the emphasis where it belongs, on
the heart of men and women who must seek Christ in order to make
changes in themselves in order to make changes in their
relationships. Readers will first find themselves in these pages as
a victim of harmful or abusive relationships; as enablers of
harmful relationships; and perpetrators of harmful
relationships.“Vernick’s treatment of each situation is evenhanded,
tull of clinical insight, practical and concrete, and most
important, biblical. Readers will walk away with a plan of action
on how to change themselves and how to change the patterns of their
relationship. I intend to use this book both for the persons I
counsel and the graduate students learning how to counsel
others.”
—Jeffery Black, PhD, associate pastor of Calvary Chapel of
Philadelphia, licensed psychologist, chair and professor of the
masters in Christian counseling at Philadelphia Biblical
University
“Here is a book I deeply wish didn’t need to be written, but also
one I am so grateful Leslie Vernick has had the courage to write.
You will be moved by her compassion, be appreciative of her candor,
and be helped by her professional skills honed in the trenches of
real life.”
—Gene Appel, lead pastor, Willow Creek Community Church
“Often the Christian community negates or minimizes the destructive
nature of emotional abuse, which destroys the spirit of an
individual and leaves invisible wounds that scar the soul. The
Emotionally Destructive Relationship connects emotional abuse to
its spiritual roots and provides practical tools to help victims
heal. The biblical solution is found in the condition of heart, the
renewing of the mind, and the refocusing on one’s relationship with
the Lord.“This book challenges readers to take a united stand
against emotional abuse...the cancer that is destroying our
families. Our ministry will utilize this book as a valuable tool to
train pastors and support group leaders, and in ministering to
families in crisis.”
—Brenda Branson and Paula Silva, FOCUS Ministries, Inc., authors of
Violence Among Us: Ministry to Families in Crisis
“If you have been wounded or trapped in a destructive relationship,
you are not alone. Your life story isn’t over. These are the
life–transforming themes of hope that Leslie affirms as she shares
her healing journey, encouraging others to discover what’s wrong in
their relationship and find a biblical understanding of God’s
solution. As you apply what you read, you will learn how to let go
of destructive ways and will heal and grow to become healthier and
changed by God’s loving grace. A must–read for everyone longing for
assurance of God’s love.”
—Dr. Catherine Hart Weber, coauthor of Secrets of Eve and Unveiling
Depression in Women; adjunct professor at Fuller Theological
Seminary
“If you came from an emotionally healthy family, are contentedly
single or happily married, and have good relationships with every
one you know, consider yourself very fortunate! Reality for the
rest of the world often involves difficult, painful, and even
destructive relationships. Leslie Vernick addresses some of the
toughest situations women (and men) face in her book, The
Emotionally Destructive Relationship. Written from a biblical
rather than psychological perspective, the book gives principles of
healthy relationships based on Scripture. If you resonate with what
this book covers, I would encourage you to read it for your own
understanding and direction. If you are a ministry leader or
‘people–helper,’ please make an effort to get this book. It will
give you vital knowledge and skills for being a channel of Christ’s
love and wisdom to others.”
—Poppy Smith, international speaker and author
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