Mental Health

It’s time to be honest about mental health. It’s ok to not be ok!  A whole lot of us are struggling. You are not alone–there is help and there is HOPE! This page is meant to provide some wellness tools and resources to help support your mental health or the mental health of someone you love.

You are not alone.
There is HELP and there is HOPE.

TOOLS AND RESOURCES

MENTAL HEALTH PLAYLIST

RESOURCE FROM OUR WEEDS MENTAL HEALTH SERIES

Immerse yourself in the healing power of music through our Spotify playlist. As part of our commitment to mental health support in our “Weeds” mental health series, we’ve curated worship songs to uplift and inspire. Let these melodies accompany you towards healing and hope.

OPEN PLAYLIST ON SPOTIFY

DIGITAL RESOURCES

WEEK 1: BEING HONEST

Being Honest: An Interview with Abe Hatch

Abe Hatch is an Australian Psychologist working with children’s mental health. This discussion on being honest is a great tool for those looking for more practical mental health tools. Watch for “P.L.A.C.E.” tools! 

VISIT ABE'S WEBSITE
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
FAMILY GUIDE

WEEK 2: OVERCOMING ANXIETY & WORRY

Overcoming Anxiety and Worry: Interview with Michelle Shelton

Dr. Michelle Shelton, an Oregon Based Marriage and Family Therapist. 

VISIT MICHELLE'S WEBSITE

Overcoming Anxiety and Worry: Interview with Abe Hatch

Abe Hatch is an Australian Psychologist working with children’s mental health. 

VISIT ABE'S WEBSITE
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
APPLICATIONS
FAMILY GUIDE

WEEK 3: YOU ARE NOT ALONE--SELF-HARM & SUICIDE

You Are Not Alone: Interview with Chantelle Dockter

 Chantelle Dockter is a women’s mental health expert.

You Are Not Alone: Interview with Carl Lloyd and Amy Maas

 Dr. Carl Lloyd and Amy Maas talk about the loss of a family member to self harm.

Book Resources
“Son, We Need to Talk” by LeRoy Lawson
“Good Grief” by Granger E. Westberg

NACSW: North American Association of Christians in Social Work. nacsw.org

AACC…American Association for Christian Counselors; aacc.net

CAPS…Christian Association for Psychological Studies; caps.net

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
FAMILY GUIDE

WEEK 4: H.A.L.T DEPRESSION

HALT the Battle: Interview with Dr. Aundrea Paxton

 Dr. Aundrea Paxton, PsyD. is a clinical psychologist and counselor.

TAKE HEART COUNSELING
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
APPLICATIONS
FAMILY GUIDE

WEEK 5: HELP AND HOPE

Help and Hope: Interview with Dr. Carl Lloyd

Rev. Dr. Carl Lloyd is with Mending Ministries, Inc. 

These four "screens" for Depression and Anxiety can be found by searching on Google:

  • The Beck Depression Inventory-2nd edition (BDI-2)
  • The Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI)
  • The PHQ9 for screening depression
  • The GAD7 for screening anxiety
  • David Burns (1999). Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy.
  • David Burns (1999).The Feeling Good Handbook.
  • David Burns (2020). Feeling Great: The New Revolutionary New Treatment for Depression and Anxiety.
  • Mark Farley (2023). Gratitude Journal.
  • Casey Gwinn and Chan Hellman (2018). Hope Rising: How the Science of Hope can Change Your Life.
  • Janice Kaplan (2022). The Gratitude Diaries: How a Year Looking on the Bright Side can Transform Your Life.
  • Carole Lewis. A Thankful Heart: How Gratitude Brings Hope & Healing to Your Life.
  • Shane Lopez (2014). Making Hope Happen: Create the Future You Want for Yourself and Others. 
  • Amy Oestreicher (2021). Creativity and Gratitude.
  • Oliver Sacks (2015). Gratitude.
  • C.R. Snyder (2003). The Psychology of Hope: You can get there from  here.
  • Dan Tomasulo and Scott Kaufman (2020). Learned Hopefulness: The Power of Positivity to Overcome Depression.
  • Nancy Wolgemuth and Joni E. Tada (2011). Choosing Gratitude: Your Journey to Joy.
  • Zafubliss (2024). Cultivating Gratitude.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
APPLICATIONS
FAMILY GUIDE

Individual Local Counselor Resources

Michelle E. Shelton, EdD, MA, LMFT

Michelle E. Shelton Therapy

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Abe Hatch, LPC

Kookaburra Community
A mental health counseling (talk therapy) service.

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Aundrea Paxton, PsyD

Take Heart Counseling
Psychologist based in Beaverton, Oregon. 

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Ryan Roemer, PsyD

Providence Behavioral Health
Phone: (503) 537-1671

Rev. Dr. Carl Lloyd PhD, PsyD, LPC, MAC

Mending Ministries, Inc.
Professor Emeritus George Fox University 

Text Carl: 971-330-3913

Resources In Our Community

Suicide Prevention Hotline

In times of crisis, help is just a phone call away–just call 988. Available 24/7, trained counselors offer compassionate support and guidance to individuals in distress. Whether you’re struggling with thoughts of suicide or concerned about a loved one, reach out for confidential assistance and find hope in moments of darkness.

For help CALL – 988

Veterans in Immediate need can
CALL – 988 (Prevention Hotline)
Press “1” for vet specific help.

Veteran Resources

Mission 22 provides support to Veterans and their families when they need it most: right now. Through a comprehensive approach of outreach, events, and programs, they’re promoting long-term wellness and sustainable growth.

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Christian Counseling Centers of Oregon

Christian Counseling Centers of Oregon strives to provide the most professional and affordable counseling. You can visit their website and reach out for an appointment.

Office Number: 503-636-4176

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