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In this episode, Will Chang welcomes Jonathan Holmes, Executive Director of Fieldstone Counseling and Interim Executive Director of CCEF (Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation). They discuss Jonathan’s personal story of adoption, his journey into counseling, the challenges and nuances of mental health in Asian American communities, and the importance of gospel-centered identity formation—especially for the next generation.Topics Covered:*Jonathan's background: adopted from South Korea, raised in the Deep South, and currently based in Northeast Ohio.*His dual leadership roles at Fieldstone Counseling and CCEF.*How his experiences led him to a counseling vocation over a career in history.*The need for counseling among Asian American communities and within the church.*The generational dynamics around identity and mental health.*His latest book Grounded in Grace and its message for parents navigating a digital and anxious world.*The shift from traditional identity formation to modern, self-determined identity—and the gospel alternative.*The role of Fieldstone and CCEF in supplementing (not replacing) the local church in care and counseling.*The vision for CCEF in this transitional season and how listeners can be praying.Resources Mentioned:Fieldstone Counseling: https://fieldstonecounseling.org/Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation: https://www.ccef.org/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21851127496&gbraid=0AAAAAqv8dXz8K8rlLrrUw1876OJQxr5o6&gclid=Cj0KCQjwkILEBhDeARIsAL--pjwktpCXqs2ehnu4QqaOYkTI9h5JtaK_aPrAaLNkMkGVSJTbq1aNeFoaAg7tEALw_wcBGrounded in Grace by Jonathan Holmes: https://www.amazon.com/Grounded-Grace-Helping-Identity-Christ/dp/1645074641Follow @thesolanetwork on Instagram for more updates and subscribe to SOLA Leaders' Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts!
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In this episode, Will Chang welcomes Jonathan Holmes, Executive Director of Fieldstone Counseling and Interim Executive Director of CCEF (Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation). They discuss Jonathan’s personal story of adoption, his journey into counseling, the challenges and nuances of mental health in Asian American communities, and the importance of gospel-centered identity formation—especially for the next generation.Topics Covered:*Jonathan's background: adopted from South Korea, raised in the Deep South, and currently based in Northeast Ohio.*His dual leadership roles at Fieldstone Counseling and CCEF.*How his experiences led him to a counseling vocation over a career in history.*The need for counseling among Asian American communities and within the church.*The generational dynamics around identity and mental health.*His latest book Grounded in Grace and its message for parents navigating a digital and anxious world.*The shift from traditional identity formation to modern, self-determined identity—and the gospel alternative.*The role of Fieldstone and CCEF in supplementing (not replacing) the local church in care and counseling.*The vision for CCEF in this transitional season and how listeners can be praying.Resources Mentioned:Fieldstone Counseling: https://fieldstonecounseling.org/Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation: https://www.ccef.org/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21851127496&gbraid=0AAAAAqv8dXz8K8rlLrrUw1876OJQxr5o6&gclid=Cj0KCQjwkILEBhDeARIsAL--pjwktpCXqs2ehnu4QqaOYkTI9h5JtaK_aPrAaLNkMkGVSJTbq1aNeFoaAg7tEALw_wcBGrounded in Grace by Jonathan Holmes: https://www.amazon.com/Grounded-Grace-Helping-Identity-Christ/dp/1645074641Follow @thesolanetwork on Instagram for more updates and subscribe to SOLA Leaders' Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts!

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