Violence and Mental Illness

The Church's Role in Addressing Behavioral Health Concerns

I am joined by my brother in Christ, John McBryde III for this episode. We discuss ways the Church can help people with behavioral health issues and what scriptures say about behavioral health.

What's Good in the Neighborhood?

In celebration of Juneteenth 2022, let's focus on just a few of the positive aspects of the Black community!

Violence and Mental Illness

Unfortunately, mass shootings and other acts of violence seem to predominate the news cycle, causing us to question just how safe are we in our own homes. This episode addresses acts of violence in our community (including mass shootings) and the intersection between violence and mental illness.

It's an Emergency!

I am joined by Ashley Smith, an LPC and doctoral student, for this week's episode. Ashley works with mobile crisis, so she is well qualified for this discussion that focuses on how to access emergency mental health services during times of crisis.

Dorothy: A Hero's Journey

A "Hero's Journey" can occur when we face a detour that moves us from our accustomed way of life, taking us to a valley experience. Let's take a brief journey with Dorothy (and Toto!) as she traverses a strange and frightening place...but makes it safely back home!