Understanding and Supporting Individuals with Anxiety and depression in the Church

March 15, 2025
11:30 AM
ā€“1:30 PM
Faith Leader Roundtable

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Understanding and Supporting Individuals with Anxiety and depression in the Church: Research shows that approximately 1 in 3 church members experience symptoms of anxiety or depression, yet many struggle to seek help due to stigma. This emphasizes the critical need for churches to foster environments where mental health discussions are normalized and support is readily available. Join us as we explore the prevalence of anxiety depression and their impact on our community. This discussion will focus on recognizing the signs of anxiety/depression, providing compassionate support, and creating a church environment that fosters mental well-being. Leaders will also discuss integrating pra

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Location

Traders Point Christian Church Northwest
6590 S Indianapolis Road Whitestown, IN 46075

Speakers

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Jean Crane

For the past 20 years, Jean Crane has worked to improve the well-being of people from all walks of life, finding great joy in helping her clients better understand Biblical truth and how to put Godā€™s plan into practice in their daily lives.

Jean earned an undergraduate degree in Communications fromĀ Wheaton CollegeĀ and went on receive an M.A. in Counseling/Psychology fromĀ Trinity International UniversityĀ in 2001. During graduate school, she served internships at an inpatient hospital for adults and in the counseling center at a university.

Her first professional position was as a counselor in a residential treatment facility in Denver, where she helped teenage girls who were struggling with depression, grief and loss issues, anxiety, attachment problems, attention deficit concerns, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.Ā  Jean is certified inĀ EMDR, a treatment for trauma victims, as well as trauma-focused CBTĀ (cognitive behavioral therapy). She specializes in working with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, and stress, as well as PTSD. Jean assists with the special counseling needs of missionaries, pastors, and their families, and regularly deepens her professional knowledge by attendingĀ American Association of Christian CounselingĀ conferences and is an approvedĀ Focus on the FamilyĀ counselor.