This episode we talk with George on the importance of mental health and how we can start having that conversation in our local churches. We discuss the challenges and tangible ways we can respond and talk about mental health. We hope this episode will be insightful for you.

Bio:

George Xiong, MA, LPC

George is a second-gen Hmong American, Co-host of Yexus Communitas Podcast, former pastor, and currently serves as a Licensed Professional Counselor at Hopeful Therapy, located in Vernon Hills, IL. He is a graduate of Trinity International University, completing two masters degrees in Mental Health Counseling and Theological Studies. George's life work is to assist individuals discover their identity through the saving work of Jesus and his Gospel, and to provide support and discipleship leading others to live healthy lives: physically, spiritually, and emotionally. George is a part of The Prodigal Network, a church network made up of missional communities planted across Chicagoland.

Books mentioned:

The Body Keeps the Score - Bessel van der Kolk

The Color of Compromise - Jemar Tisby

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