Conference on Mental Health
Saturday, September 28
9:00am – 2:45pm
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church
724 W 52nd N Ave., Skiatook, Oklahoma
“Depression: Someone You Know Really Needs for You to Hear This”
By Dr. Beverly Yahnke
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Skiatook, Oklahoma is delighted to host Dr. Beverly Yahnke to speak on Mental Health and the Church. Here is what she has to say about her presentation:
There’s a good chance that someone you know really wants for you to attend this presentation! This is a program often requested, as it cuts across ages, professions, families and friends. Dr. Yahnke will outline the significant challenges of mental health which afflict all kinds of people. Dr. Yahnke is a Christian psychologist who will share clinical, personal and churchly examples regarding how those of us in the church can actually help and make a difference in the lives of those who may struggle. The final presentation will offer fast-paced, and encouraging overview to ensure that those attending will also have an opportunity to consider how they can adopt wise strategies which influence their own well-being!”
Registration is free, but we ask that you bring $10 if you plan to eat lunch at the conference. Please indicate on the registration page if you have any specific dietary needs and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Biography for Dr. Beverly Yanke
Dr. Beverly Yahnke is a clinical psychologist serving DOXOLOGY as Executive Co-Director, dedicated to providing care, counsel and advanced instruction for LCMS pastors and their parishes. From 2010-2015 she served as Chair and Professor of Psychology at Concordia University Wisconsin. Previously, Dr. Yahnke spent over 20 years in private practice in the clinical group she founded in Milwaukee. Dr. Yahnke has written numerous articles about psychology, education and faith, and is a frequently invited speaker for clergy and educator conferences. She currently serves as a member of the Concordia Theological Seminary’s Board of Regents.
Schedule:
9:00am Session One – “Mental Health and the Church: An Overview of Many Needs”
10:00am Break
10:15am Session Two – “Focus on Depression: Facts, Myths and What We Need to Know”
11:30am Lunch
12:30pm Session Three – “Important Christian Responses in the Midst Discouragement or Despair”
1:30pm Break
1:45pm Closing Session – “Resilience: Healthy Strategies for Christians”
2:45pm Adjourn