Tag Archives: counseling

The false gospel and mental illness

Posted on October 31, 2016 by Dr. G

At the same time, we need to reject the false gospel that the outcome of our efforts to obtain relief from the burden of mental illness for ourselves or our loved ones hinges not on our efforts to heal ourselves, but on God’s mercy and grace. Continue reading →

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Promoting mental health inclusion at church? Respond to the family’s most immediate needs

Posted on June 23, 2015 by Dr. G

If we’re to have an impact as the hands and feet of Jesus to those who are outside the church, we first have to get better at addressing the practical needs of families impacted by mental illness who are already part of the church or those who have some connection to the church. Continue reading →

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When Mama Needs Help…Ellen Stumbo

Posted on March 30, 2015 by Dr. G

Parenting children with high needs can be so incredibly hard and painfully lonely.
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The struggles families face to find good mental health services…

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Dr. G

Our team at Key Ministry seeks to help ministry leaders better appreciate the challenges families face in finding the proper help for their kids with emotional or behavioral disorders and offer resources when parents turn to churches in search of help.
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The unchurched…Churches don’t welcome people with mental illness

Posted on September 17, 2013 by Dr. G

We likely have a minimum of 25 million adults with mental illness who don’t attend church. If the majority of those 25 million adults believe they won’t be welcomed at church, WE HAVE A REALLY BIG PROBLEM.
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Where do I go for help if I think my kid might be depressed?

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Dr. G

It’s been my experience that many churches offer reasonably good short-term counseling and support for adults, but very few will have staff with adequate training or supervision in counseling children or teens. So…where does a parent go to find the right help when they suspect their child needs help for depression? Continue reading →

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Hot Topics: Should Christian Parents Seek Out Christian Mental Health Professionals?

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Dr. G

Effective treatment of your child’s mental health condition can often reduce or remove significant barriers to spiritual growth. Unfortunately, parents may find it far easier to find someone to fix their kid than finding someone to fix the attitudes demonstrated toward persons experiencing mental illness at their church. Continue reading →

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Hot Topics: When Should You Fire Your Child’s Mental Health Professional?

Posted on May 20, 2012 by Dr. G

What are some of the signs parents should look for when they’re concerned that they’re not in the right place for their child with a mental health disorder? Continue reading →

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