The Dangers of Secular Psychology
Because secular psychology is founded upon beliefs antithetical to God, Christians must reject secular psychology and interpret problems through the perfect lens of God’s Word.
Biblical Counseling and Mental Disorder Diagnosis— Part 1
Truth in Love 515
Biblical Counselors can approach life’s hardships and mental health diagnoses with clarity, compassion, and biblical conviction.
The Trauma-Informed Mind: EMDR and the Rise of Scientism
The Journal of Biblical Soul Care
Introduction Counseling victims who have painful, traumatic memories can often be overwhelming, leaving the counselor to question the best kind of care they can offer. […]
A Critical Evaluation of Bessel van der Kolk’s The Body Keeps the Score
The Journal of Biblical Soul Care
Counseling Theory Matters: An Evaluation of the Polyvagal Theory
The new Polyvagal theory teaches that man’s greatest problem is a lack of safety. However, the Bible shows a different problem, which leads to a different solution. One that gives hope in every situation, danger, difficulty, and stress.
A Biblical Assessment of Emotionally Focused Therapy
Truth In Love 364
Emotionally Focused Therapy is a common approach to couples counseling. But where does it come from? Is it compatible with a Christian worldview?
Considering the Duluth Model
Truth in Love 316
When dealing with problems such as abuse and injustice, believers should be zealous in searching the Scriptures for ways to act in a God-pleasing manner.
Assessing Christian Use of the Enneagram
Truth in Love 308
The role of invisible discerner of the thoughts, intentions, motivations of the heart—that role is reserved for God alone, specifically the person of the Holy Spirit
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Is the Mind Central to Change?
Nate Brooks dives into anthropology and psychology in light of cognitive behavioral therapy.
Biblical Answers for Schizophrenia
Truth in Love 294
Is schizophrenia a biological or a spiritual issue?
How Should Biblical Counselors Assess EMDR Therapy?
Truth in Love 273
We see ourselves for who we truly are by measuring ourselves against the truth of Scripture.