Mental Health & Faith in the Church ft: Laura Howe, LCSW
Description
It's that time of the month, for our special segment: Clinician's Corner. Where we invite fellow experts in the field of mental health onto the show to "talk shop"!!
In this exciting episode of the Space & Grace Podcast, we are continuing the conversation around the Faith & Mental Health Connection. This episode features a special conversation with Laura Howe, LCSW, founder of Hope Made Strong and the Church Mental Health Summit. Laura, a licensed clinical social worker and trauma-informed counselor, shares her journey and expertise in supporting pastors to prevent burnout and navigate mental health challenges. Key topics include practical strategies for integrating mental health support in ministry, the role of peer support, and breaking the stigma around mental health in the church.
Join our host Ciara Helm, a licensed therapist and retired minister, as she and Laura delve into the intersection of faith & mental health, offering valuable tools and real-life stories for church leaders.
Don't miss this inspiring conversation and be sure to check out Laura's work and sign up for your spot at the Church Mental Health Summit on 10/10/24 for more insights and resources.
Laura’s Links
Visit HopeMadeStrong.org for all the details and registration.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hope_made_strong/
Show Minutes:
00:00 Introduction to Faith and Mental Health
01:09 Meet Laura: A Transformative Conversation
02:55 Rapid Fire Questions with Laura
06:37 Laura's Journey and Burnout Experience
10:54 Connecting Faith and Mental Health in the Church
19:02 Supporting Pastors and Preventing Burnout
28:47 The Church Mental Health Summit
32:53 Final Words and Encouragement
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Disclaimer: This episode is intended for entertainment and educational purposes and should not be used to replace mental health counseling or advice from your own mental health counselor. If you live in Florida and are interested in becoming a formal client of Ciara's for mental health counseling, visit her private practice website link below.