From Shame to Glory

Book excerpt: Each of us has had times when we felt mortified, experiencing shame about who we are. For some, a sense of shame is chronic. Others know this experience as an occasional acute attack of shame leaving them devastated. Few Christian writers have delved into this area of unspeakable need. For Kathryn Chamberlin, it has been a life calling to bring healing to shame sufferers, through counseling, teaching, seminars-and now, this book. It is a deeply generous outpouring of Katie's heart and insights into shame, and into the steps toward healing-toward gaining the supreme sense of God-given worth. I highly recommend this marvelous gift from Katie. It is your pathway to freedom. M. Blaine Smith, Presbyterian pastor, Director of Nehemiah Ministries for 30 years, author of numerous Christian books, including Knowing God's Will and The Yes Anxiety: Taming the Fear of Commitment.; holds a BS degree from Georgetown University, an M. Div. degree from Wesley Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from Fuller Theological Seminar. Kathryn Chamberlin, LCSW-C, is a licensed clinical social worker in private practice for psychotherapy with adolescents, adults, engaged or married couples in Bethesda, MD. She holds a nursing degree from the University of Virginia, a master of social work degree from The Catholic University of America, and Certification in Biblical Counseling. Many of her presentations in classes, seminars, and retreats are available on CD or DVD and her book From Shame to Glory can be ordered at www.bethesdacounseling.com. Also included on the web site: her acclaimed metaphorical work on boundaries (The Door Metaphor), Emotion-coaching Your Child, training seminars on sexual addiction and domestic violence (Broken People Broken Dreams), Conflict Resolution, and What's So Aggressive About Passive?