Faith & Mental Health News
07-16-2026
Conversations at the intersection of Christian faith and mental health are increasingly focused on the well-being of pastors and church leaders, the integration of professional mental health care with pastoral ministry, trauma healing rooted in Christian values, and the role of faith communities in supporting individuals through grief and mental health challenges. There is a growing emphasis on equipping faith leaders and lay counselors with practical tools to provide compassionate, Christ-centered care.
Pastoral Care
Uniting the Church and mental health. Ministry has always been demanding, but today’s pastors are navigating unique and intense pressures that affect not only their congregations and communities, but also their own well-being, mental health, and sustainability in ministry. Fewer pastors are consider
Join thousands of pastors, care teams, counselors, and church volunteers who are building cultures of care in their churches and communities. She has spent over 20 years serving her community and more than 7 years equipping church leaders with practical tools for mental health and care ministry. I s
Effective pastoral care in the area of mental health requires building relationships with qualified mental health professionals in the community
Trauma & Healing
2026 is a 6.5-hour training designed for Christian professional and lay counselors who desire to learn the basics for counseling clients who have experienced
Christian Trauma Healing Network equips people-helpers to provide Christ-centered care for sufferers of trauma. CTHN’s Level 1 Training is a ten-hour training designed for Christian professionals and lay counselors who desire to learn the basics for counseling clients who have experienced past traum
# Faith-Based Trauma Healing: Find Peace with God. 3. Faith-Based Trauma Healing: Find Peace…. ### **Introduction: A Journey to Healing Through Faith**. Its impact isn’t just emotional—it can seep into every corner of your life, affecting the way you see yourself, relate to others, and even how you
Mental Health
SAMHSA | Mental Health Awareness Month 2026 | Faith Toolkit | #MHAM2026 Resources for Faith Communities Mental Health Awareness Month 2026 Every May, something powerful happens across this country. In communities of faith, houses of worship and faith-based entities of every tradition and size, leade
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, one in five American adults experience mental health challenges each year. For one in 20
Christian mental wellness is the practice of integrating biblical truth with emotional health strategies to navigate stress, anxiety,
While mental health conversations might have previously been sidestepped within faith communities, there's a growing recognition of the
Grief & Loss
Find out about a bereavement support group. Bereavement support groups can help to make the process of dealing with loss easier. 2026 Pastoral Care Inc.
A new Bereavement Support Group will begin on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at Hospice House of Williamsburg. offers a supportive space for healing,
Download 2026 Grief Conference. 2026 Grief Conference Tuesday, August 25th. Time: 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Cost: Free. Newly Bereaved Grief Group. This session is a
Faith & Therapy
**Christian Counseling for Faith-Based Therapy**, **Christian Therapy**, and **Biblical Counseling** are just a few of the terms that describe this transformative approach, which has the potential to guide individuals on a journey of self-discovery, personal growth, and deeper connection with the di
# Christian counseling: Integrating faith and psychology for holistic mental health healing. Christian counseling, also known as faith-based therapy, biblical counseling, or sometimes pastoral counseling, offers a unique approach to mental healthcare. Christian counseling combines traditional therap
# Faith-Based Therapy: How Does Christian Counseling Work? **Faith-based therapy works by combining regular counseling techniques with spiritual practices. In Christian counseling, this means using prayer, scripture, and faith-based discussions during therapy sessions. Faith-based counseling is a ty
You are here: Home1 / Blog2 / Blog3 / Faith-Based Therapy: How Christian Counseling Supports Health. # Faith-Based Therapy: How Christian Counseling Supports Health. Mental health struggles can feel overwhelming, but faith-based therapy can be a powerful source of strength, combining spiritual guida
Anxiety
Join us for Pathways to Hope 2026, where faith, mental health, and community come together to foster connection, understanding, and hope.
This 10-day course will take place from March 2-13, 2026, on ZOOM. We'll discuss mental health from a faith perspective and address topics such
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Christian mental fitness involves developing mental resilience and a healthy mindset grounded in the teachings of Christ.
Free online course to build emotional resilience. Learn to manage stress and grow stronger through faith-based mental wellness tools.
Learn how to build mental resilience with 3 biblical insights and 3 science-based strategies. Discover practical ways to strengthen
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