How to Discern: Is It Mental Health Or Spiritual Warfare? Interview with Dr. Natalie Atwell
Is it demonization or a mental health concern? Dr. Natalie Atwell shares her insights and experience as a licensed clinical mental health therapist.
In this episode of Remnant Radio, we’re tackling the often-misunderstood connection between mental health and spiritual warfare. Dr. Natalie Atwell offers insights on how to discern between mental illness and demonization. We’ll explore the importance of clinical diagnosis, biblical discernment, and a trauma-informed approach to ministry. Learn how to care for those struggling with intrusive thoughts, night terrors, and other challenging symptoms in a way that is both compassionate and biblically sound.
0:00 – Introduction: Mental Health and Spiritual Warfare
3:16 – Distinguishing Mental Illness from Demonization
4:13 – Navigating Spiritual Conversations with Unbelievers
5:52 – Pastoral Care: Counseling vs. Deliverance
8:14 – The Allure of Instant Healing
9:15 – Potential Damage from Untrained Individuals
10:15 – Generational Issues
12:26 – Identifying and Addressing Generational Patterns
17:11 – The Importance of Assessment and Discernment
30:31 – Resources and Training
32:33 – Closing Thoughts
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5 Comments
This is concerning. First of all, I would hate to see this concept weaponized against people who don't agree. Secondly, the ONLY person I know of who called it right about Dr Brown years ago, is a person you would consider "slow". Sometimes the people others may consider mentally ill are exactly the ones Jesus chooses.
Wow, can't wait! Interesting topic!
Very timely. Wouldn’t be surprised if a mixture of both.
So just WHO is going to say if you are mentally ill or healthy?? BY WHAT STANDARD?
If you disagree with me, is that spiritual warfare so you are demonized? Or can I get you institutionalized cause you are crazy?