The Christian Psychologist: Mental Health for 21st Century Christ Followers

Episode 1: Introduction

Episode Summary

In this first, introductory episode of the Christian Psychologist, Dr. Knabb lays the foundation for the podcast. Specifically, he offers the vision and goals for the podcast, his own personal and professional background, some preliminary considerations on the intersection between secular psychology and Christianity, including how they intersect, secular and Christian views on psychological suffering and health, and a concluding Christian practice (lectio divina) in an effort to cultivate Christian gratitude and contentment.

Episode Notes

References

Hayes, S. (2022). The most important skill set in mental health. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/get-out-your-mind/202208/the-most-important-skill-set-in-mental-health

Johnson, E. (Ed.). (2013). Psychology & Christianity: Five views. InterVarsity Press.

Knabb, J. (2022). Faith-based ACT for Christian clients: An integrative treatment approach (2nd ed.). Routledge.

Knabb, J. (2021). Christian meditation in clinical practice: A four-step model and workbook for therapists and clients. InterVarsity Press.

Knabb, J., Vazquez, V., Pate, R., Lowell, J., & Wang, K. (2021). Lectio divina for trauma-related emotions: A two-week program. Unpublished manual.