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Anxiety/Depression:

Mental Health with Dr. Jeff Baker | Anxiety: LINK | Depression: LINK
Stop The Spiral Devotional by Jenny Allen | LINK
Therapy & Theology Podcast by Lysa TerKeurst & Proverbs 31 Ministries | LINK | Anxiety: LINK
The Best of You with Dr. Allison Cook - Navigating Anxiety | LINK
Understanding the World of Depression, a four-part video series | part 1 | part 2 | part 3 | part 4
A Small Book for the Anxious Heart by Edward T. Welch | LINK
Facing Anxiety by Jonathan Pokluda | LINK
When Life Goes Dark: Finding Hope in the Midst of Depression | LINK
My Name is Hope: Anxiety, Depression, and Life After Melancholy | LINK
We're All Freaking Out (and Why We Don't Need To): Finding Freedom from Your Anxious Thoughts and Feelings | LINK

Stress/Burnout:

Soul Care by Debra Fileta | LINK
Sacred Rest by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith | LINK
The Art of Rest by Adam Mabry | LINK
Tired of Trying by Ashley Morgan Jackson | LINK
When Work and Family Collide by Andy Stanley | LINK
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer | LINK
Stress and Burnout by Mountain Christian Church | LINK

Family:

Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend | LINK
Mental Health with Dr. Jeff Baker - Codependency | LINK
Lysa TerKeurst & Proverbs 31 Ministries - Therapy & Theology | Realities of life with a narcissist: LINK | When is it Time to Draw a Boundary? Part 1: LINK

Self-Esteem/Negative Self-Talk:

Winning the War in Your Mind by Craig Groeschel | LINK
Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking by Jon Acuff | LINK
Q&A: How Does God See Me? | LINK
God's Identity for You | LINK
Catch It, Check It, Change It guide | LINK

Grief:

Got Questions Podcast - What about Grief? How to Trust God When You Don't Understand. w/Tim Challies | LINK
Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy: Discovering the Grace of Lament by Mark Vroegop | LINK
Seasons of Sorrow: The Pain of Loss and the Comfort of God by Tim Challies | LINK
Through the Eyes of a Lion by Levi Lusko | LINK
Mental Health with Dr. Jeff Baker | Grief: LINK
Grace in Grieving blog | LINK
Lament for a Son by Nicholas Wolterstorff | LINK

Trauma/Recovery:

3 Ways to to Seek Healing from Trauma by Craig Groeschel | LINK
Life Church: Finding God in Trauma | LINK
Life Recovery Bible | LINK
Christian Trauma Recover Group | LINK
It is Well with My Soul from Christian Education Network | LINK

General Mental Health:

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or Text 988, or Chat | LINK
- This is a crisis hotline that can help with many issues, not just suicide. For example, anyone who feels sad, hopeless, or suicidal; family and friends who are concerned about a loved one; or anyone interested in mental health treatment referrals can call the Lifeline. Callers are connected with a professional nearby who will talk with them about what they are feeling or concerns for other family and friends. Call the toll-free Lifeline, 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.
The Trevor Project: Call 866.488.7386 or Text “START” to 678678 | LINK
- Trained counselors available 24/7 to support youth who are in crisis, feeling suicidal, or in need of a safe and judgment free place to talk. Specializing in supporting the LGBTQI+ community.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) Disaster Distress: Call 1.800.985.5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 | LINK
- SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused.
Mental Health Resources by Focus on the Family | LINK
Mental Health Church by Gravity Commons | LINK
Article for Caregivers | LINK
The Most Dangerous Myths of Mental Health by Craig Groeschel | LINK
Biblical Prescriptions for Life: 3 Biblical Prescriptions for Improving Mental Health | LINK
Are you Really OK? Getting Real About Who You Are, How You're Doing, And Why It Matters by Debra FIleta | LINK
Untangle Your Emotions by Jennie Allen | LINK
Grace for the Afflicted: A Clinical and Biblical Perspective on Mental Illness by Matthew Stanford | LINK
Graphic: fixed mindset vs. growth mindset | LINK
Your Brain Is Always Listening by Dr. Daniel Amen | LINK
Switch On Your Brain by Dr. Caroline Leaf | LINK
7 Primal Questions by Mike Foster | LINK
The Garden Within by Dr. Anita Phillips | LINK

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