How to Know When It’s Time to Get Help: Proactive Mental Health | Ep 38
Episode summary:
In this solo episode, Christian trauma therapist Jemese LaChel shares her personal journey and the importance of seeking support before reaching a crisis point. She discusses how building trust with a counselor can make tough times easier to navigate and encourages taking proactive steps for emotional and mental well-being
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Why wait until you’re in a crisis mode? It is absolutely a thousand times better to seek therapy when things are going well. Establishing that connection with a good counselor before the storm hits makes it so much easier to reach out for help when you need it
Jemese LaChel Drewery, LCSW
In this episode, you will be able to:
- When and why it’s essential to seek professional counseling—not just during a crisis but even when life is going well.
- Practical steps to find a biblical, Spirit-led therapist in your area, and the importance of aligning your counselor with your faith.
- How to reflect on key personal questions to help determine if counseling is right for you, with biblical guidance from Exodus 18.
Topic Summaries:
- The Power of Faith-Based Counseling: Learn how Christian counseling integrates biblical principles with therapeutic techniques to help women heal from trauma and restore their identity in Christ.
- Finding a Spirit-Filled Therapist: Practical guidance on identifying and selecting a therapist who shares your faith values and helps you grow spiritually while addressing emotional and mental struggles.
- Dispelling Myths About Therapy in the Christian Community: Address common misconceptions about seeking therapy as a Christian and understand why counseling can be a God-ordained path to healing.
- Using Prayer and Discernment in the Healing Process: Explore how prayer and seeking the Holy Spirit’s guidance play a vital role in making decisions about pursuing therapy for emotional and spiritual restoration.
- The Role of Counseling in Personal and Spiritual Growth: Discover how counseling can enhance your relationship with God, improve your mental health, and equip you to overcome trauma with faith-centered strategies.
Connect with Jemese:
Jemese LaChel Drewery, LCSW, a Christian Trauma Therapist and Faith Mentor specializing in sexual trauma and biblical counseling. If you’re seeking support to improve marital hardship, PTSD, sexual problems, or negative relationship patterns, Jemese offers Spirit-filled and Spirit-led counseling and mentorship services.
- Visit graceabides.co for therapy and counseling
- Visit jemeselachel.com for mentorship
- Instagram @jemeselachel
Scripture Referenced
- 2 Corinthians 10:5
- Philippians 4:8
- Romans 12:21
- Corinthians 2:16
- Colossians 3:2
Resources
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