Mental Health Resources
During this COVID-19 crisis, people are experiencing a lot of stress and negative emotions. Some are dealing with anxiety, depression and fear at higher levels than ever before. Some are working through career interruptions, education plans gone awry, canceled weddings and restrictions for a loved one’s funeral. Even going to the grocery store can seem like a science fiction movie, leaving people feeling disoriented and lonely.
The executive order to shelter-in-place implies that your home is safe. Many marriages and home situations are in a troublesome season already, and forced togetherness only adds stress.
Utilize the following resources that lead to hope and encouragement, as well as tools for a faithful response to stress. If you need to talk to someone, contact
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We’re committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.
800-273-8255 | suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Local & Trusted Counselors:
- Family Counseling Connection
http://www.tccwv.org/Default.aspx | 304-340-3676 - The Bible Center Church Southridge
https://www.biblecenterchurch.com/counseling/ | 304-340-0431 Ext. 303 - Kanawha Pastoral Counseling Center
https://kpcc.com/ | 304-346-9689 - True Vine Counseling
https://www.truevinewv.com/ | 681-201-1356
Addiction & Recovery:
- Celebrate Recovery @ The Depot - Wednesday's at 7pm - Currently meeting via Zoom
You can always contact our Pastors by emailing or calling 304.757.9166
Additional Resources
AnxietyDepression Keeping Your Faith During COVID-19 MarriageGrief
Anxiety
Video Series
- Overcoming Anxiety During COVID-19 – A four-part series from Jonathan Pokluda to help Christians navigate COVID-19
Article
- "How to Really Manage Anxiety: Why Reducing Anxiety Shouldn't Be The Goal" by Matt Driggers, APC, referral counselor with East Cobb Relationship Center
Meaningful Scriptures:
- "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light." Matthew 11:28-30 (NASB)
- "Do not let your heart be troubled; believe in God, believe also in Me." John 14:1 (NASB)
- "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God." Philippians 4:6 (NASB)