06: Anchored in Truth

Today, our guest is Jennifer Smothermon. She's a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, & Registered Play Therapist. Our conversation looks at mental health amongst children, what to look for, when to seek professional help, and tools to implement in interacting with your child. To watch our sermon series, "Flip the Script: Winning the War for Mental Health," click here or find them on our YouTube channel (@beltwayparkchurch).

<br>Resources mentioned in the podcast: <br>

• The Whole-Brain Child by Daniel J. Siegel (click here to find on Amazon) <br>
• The Power of Showing Up by Daniel J. Siegel (click here to find on Amazon) <br>
• Zones of Regulation (chart and website found by clicking here) <br>
• Upstairs and Downstairs Brain Model (concept from The Whole-Brain Child by Daniel J. Siegel) <br> 
• Coping Cat Workbook by Philip C. Kendall (click here to find on Amazon)

<br>For other information about Beltway Park Church, our ministries, or resources, visit beltway.org and also follow us on social media @beltwaypark (Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter); @beltwayparkchurch (YouTube).

<br>Host: Brett Stewart (@brett.a.stewart Instagram) <br>

Co-Host: Geoffrey Turner (@geoffreyturner Instagram)