A therapist's review of Abigail Shrier's best-selling book, Bad Therapy: Why the Kids Aren't Growing Up.
__________________________________________________________________________

Understanding Psychology from a Christian Perspective E-Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/psychology-and-christianity/?referralCode=19B7AF26377BF0C154AD

Music by Douglas Hageman https://doughageman.bandcamp.com/

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecreatedmind.substack.com

As a therapist and mother of three (one whom is soon to be born), I reflect on mental health factors in pregnancy and new motherhood as well as some biblical applications that this time of life can exemplify.

This is my last episode before I go on maternity leave. I will see you all in a few months!

______

Understanding Psychology from a Christian Perspective E-Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/psychology-and-christianity/?referralCode=19B7AF26377BF0C154AD

Music by Douglas Hageman https://doughageman.bandcamp.com/

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecreatedmind.substack.com

"'Have peace now,’ she said, ‘until the morning! Heed no nightly noises! For nothing passes door and window here save moonlight and starlight and the wind off the hill-top. Good night!’ 

In this episode, I explore a beautiful example of a therapeutic relationship in action through the example of Tom Bombadil and Goldberry from Lord of the Rings. I also discuss how you can offer an environment of healing for your loved ones who have been through trauma.
______

Understanding Psychology from a Christian Perspective E-Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/psychology-and-christianity/?referralCode=19B7AF26377BF0C154AD

Music by Douglas Hageman https://doughageman.bandcamp.com/

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecreatedmind.substack.com

Depression rates have risen to staggering proportions in the past several years. In this episode, I discuss this trend as well as a model for understanding and treating depression. I then explore the basis this model has in the wisdom of Ecclesiastes.

Understanding Psychology from a Christian Perspective E-Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/psychology-and-christianity/?referralCode=19B7AF26377BF0C154AD

Music by Douglas Hageman https://doughageman.bandcamp.com/
_______

Chart of depression rates: https://news.gallup.com/poll/505745/depression-rates-reach-new-highs.aspx

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecreatedmind.substack.com

"Physically healthy Dutch woman, 28, decides to be euthanized due to crippling depression." This headline has been making the rounds of news outlets and social media alike. How should we as Christians respond to a cultural push toward euthanasia for mental health? My guest hospice chaplain and pastor, Krag Runzi, relates his experience of ministering to those in the process of dying, explores the value of life and reflects on the tragedy of euthanasia.

Understanding Psychology from a Christian Perspective E-Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/psychology-and-christianity/?referralCode=19B7AF26377BF0C154AD

Music by Douglas Hageman https://doughageman.bandcamp.com/

____
Articles which discuss the paradox of orienting one's life toward their own happiness and the benefits of altruism:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3160511/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15901215/

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecreatedmind.substack.com

This episode dives deep into the philosophical assumptions of narrative therapy, an increasingly popular paradigm for understanding the human mind and behavior in therapy. Are we constructing the narrative of our lives in therapy or uncovering it?

(Apologies for the sound quality, it does get better in future episodes!)

Understanding Psychology from a Christian Perspective E-Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/psychology-and-christianity/?referralCode=19B7AF26377BF0C154AD

Music by Douglas Hageman https://doughageman.bandcamp.com/

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecreatedmind.substack.com

Dr. Dawn Irons exposes the double standards of cultural competency when it comes to training counselors to treat clients of faith which is becoming increasingly present at universities and professional organizations.

E-course: https://www.udemy.com/course/psychology-and-christianity/?referralCode=19B7AF26377BF0C154AD

Music by Douglas Hageman https://doughageman.bandcamp.com/

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecreatedmind.substack.com

Hannah Mills died as a result of the standard treatments for mental illness of her day. Listen to the story of how a foundation of faith led to needed reforms in the field of psychology.

 

Preview my e-course here:
https://www.udemy.com/course/psychology-and-christianity/?referralCode=19B7AF26377BF0C154AD

Music by Douglas Hageman https://doughageman.bandcamp.com/

 

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecreatedmind.substack.com