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“The proven model of the Trauma Healing Institute uses applied Scripture and mental health principles to address spiritual and emotional wounds caused by war, violence, natural disasters and abuse. The book, Healing the Wounds of Trauma: How the Church Can Help, has been translated and taught in over 100 countries with more than 190 language groups in Africa, Asia, the Pacific and the Americas. The model applies equally well to lesser degrees of trauma.”

At a time in our nation where mental ill-health is being talked about as an epidemic, we believe that the Church has a vital role in presenting a different narrative which is full of hope and the possibility of breakthrough. Mental Health Matters brings together biblical truth and psychology, personal stories and the power of the Holy Spirit. This year’s programme will include practical workshops on: Young People’s Emotional Health - equipping parents, educators and youth workers to further understand and help the young people they are connected with. Men’s Emotional Health; busting the stereotype - a workshop speaking into the area of men’s emotional health and well being (for men only) Managing Stress; preventing burnout - a workshop focused on developing and maintaining your health and well being. Getting to the root of the issue - helping you understand how to address the root of the problem and not just the symptoms.

How do you as a Church leader, youth worker or key volunteer offer the most effective support to those who come looking for help? How do you comfort the bereaved and hold the broken-hearted? What can you say or do to offer solace to a teen with unrelenting anxiety? Supporting church leaders, pastoral ministers and key volunteers to find new and positive ways to embrace those who live with mental health needs, enabling them to feel welcome, wanted and useful, with sessions on; Addiction, Depression, Grief and loss, Anxiety in young people.