Clearing Away the Stigma Around Mental Health Issues

Many men struggle with depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues—particularly at this time of the year. Mark Vander Vennen from Shalem Mental Health Network shares how as Christians we can understand better what those who are struggling with mental illness are going through, and how to help them.

Related Links and Resources:

• For Those Considering Suicide:
  • Canadian Help Hotlines / or call 1-833-456-4566
  • Outside of Canada / or call your local emergency number
  • “How to Kill Yourself”
• Shalem Mental Health Network (includes couselling)
• Podcast: Tim Bergmann on the Christian’s Struggle with Depression, Anxiety, and Mental Health

About

Mark vander Vennen

Mark Vander Vennen is a marriage and family therapist and registered social worker who serves as Executive Director of the Shalem Mental Health Network in Ontario, Canada. Shalem is a community-based mental health organization that offers a variety of mental health supports in community settings with a clinical specialization in attachment psychotherapy.

Mark vander Vennen

Mark Vander Vennen is a marriage and family therapist and registered social worker who serves as Executive Director of the Shalem Mental Health Network in Ontario, Canada. Shalem is a community-based mental health organization that offers a variety of mental health supports in community settings with a clinical specialization in attachment psychotherapy.