Ever grappled with the clash between faith and mental health? You're not alone. We're Matt and David, joining forces on the debut episode of the Church Psychology Podcast to tackle this often unspoken issue head-on. With our shared years of service at Haven Counseling Center and our respective backgrounds as a therapist/pastor and psychologist/teacher, we lift the veil on the desperate need for mental health resources within the Christian community. Plunging into the heart of the matter, we explore the tension between orthodoxy, orthopraxy, and orthopathy, offering our unique insights on how to align with our true selves in Christ.
Strap in as we unpack the discord between secular psychology and biblically based church communities. You'll hear us shed light on the stark difference between superficial faith and deeply-held beliefs, sharing practical tools to nourish believers as they navigate life in their communities. We also touch on how creating spaces for grace, compassion, and vulnerability within the church can help dismantle the stigma around mental health. This episode is an invitation to join us on a journey to destigmatize mental health within faith-based environments, cultivate resilience and support each other in living out our calling.
