The Resilient Pastor
41 | Dr. Anita Phillips on Pastors’ Mental Health & Betrayal Trauma
May 23, 2024
Dr. Anita Phillips discusses pastors' mental health challenges, betrayal trauma, and the need for better support systems. They delve into the emotional complexities pastors face, the impact of isolation, and the importance of seeking therapy for mental health struggles in pastoral roles.
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- Pastors and entrepreneurs share similar mental health risk factors, elder boards must provide better support.
- Betrayal trauma from congregants leaving can impact pastors, therapy and support are crucial for healing.
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