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  • #302 - Dr. Jenn Chen | TAC Podcast

#302 - Dr. Jenn Chen | TAC Podcast

Monday 20th January 2025

Dr. Jenn Chen discusses biblical counselling and her new book on mental disorder diagnosis with Dr. Mark E. Shaw in this insightful episode.
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Faith-Based Counselling: Dr. Jenn Chen on Mental Health and Addiction

Episode Overview

  • Dr. Jenn Chen's journey from secular psychology to biblical counselling.
  • Critique of the DSM and its limitations.
  • The concept of reductionism in mental health.
  • The sufficiency of the Bible in addressing behavioural issues.
  • Hope and transformation through faith and the Holy Spirit.
The Word of God is sufficient.
In this episode of The Addiction Connection Podcast, Dr. Mark E. Shaw sits down with Dr. Jenn Chen to discuss the intersection of biblical counselling and mental health diagnoses. Dr. Chen shares her journey from a secular background to embracing biblical counselling, highlighting how the Word of God and the Holy Spirit can transform lives. The conversation covers her new book, 'Biblical Counselling and Mental Disorder Diagnosis', which critiques the DSM and offers a biblical perspective on mental health. Dr.
Chen discusses the concept of 'reductionism' in mental health, explaining how simplifying complex human behaviours to mere labels can be misleading. She emphasises the sufficiency of the Bible in addressing behavioural issues, contrasting it with the often medicalised language of secular psychology. Throughout the episode, Dr. Chen's passion for integrating faith into counselling shines through, offering hope and practical advice for those struggling with addiction and mental health issues.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in a faith-based approach to mental health and addiction recovery.
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