Mental Health Resources
Thank you for coming to this page. No one wants to battle mental health issues, but it is common, and we don’t want you to battle alone. We hope the following information can provide help.
If you are in crisis or considering self-harm, call or text 988 or 899-273-8255 for immediate assistance.
If you or someone you know is dealing with mental health issues, these resources may be helpful. (RCC does not endorse everything produced by authors of these sources, including content on online platforms).
We are here for you if you need to talk to someone. As a Christ-centered community, RCC’s mission is to offer help and hope. Scripture says in Mathew 28:11, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” The Lord is with you always. We want to be a support and a safe place for you, no matter what you are battling. Please reach out to us by calling 904-458-4809 or emailing us at [email protected].
National Resources
Suicide & Mental Health National Crisis Line
988 (call or text 24/7)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
(800) 273-8255 (24/7)
CARES Hotline
(800) 345-9049 (child behavioral/crisis hotline in IL 24/7)
TTY CARES Hotline
(866) 794-0374
Findhelp.org Social Care Community
Local Christian Counseling
Foundations Christian Counseling
570-402-5088
Christian Counseling of Fleming Island
904-465-1275 – Michael Wade
904-596-0496 – Jim Urban
904-472-7211 – Barbara Musser
904-651-3237 – Bob McQueen
Denese Anderson
904-994-9445
Family Christian Counseling
904-213-8188
Grace House Counseling
904-269-0886
Christian Family Chapel
904-262-3000
Other Regional Counselors
Lee Brown – 904-885-0215
Marriage Counseling
Rachel White – 904-817-0970
Works primarily with teens and women in trauma
Lauren Capitini – 904-572-4685
Marriage Counseling, Focus on Narcissistic Personality Behavior & Trauma Bonds
Kevin Richard – 904-657-8935
Specializes in addiction. Mainly works with men.
Suicide
WHAT TO DO
If someone is displaying suicidal signs…
- Take it SERIOUSLY!
- Ask the question, “Are you thinking about suicide?” This will show the person you are concerned about them and will open communication, allowing the person to express their thoughts freely.
- Listen intently and persuade them to get help. If able, guide them to a local resource such as this webpage.
Warning Signs of Suicide
- Talking about wanting to die or kill oneself.
- Sudden change in behavior; happier or calmer.
- Suicide threats or previous suicide attempts.
- Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to live.
- Loss of interest in things one cares about.
- Talking about being trapped or in unbearable pain.
- Giving things away, such as prized possessions.
- Purchasing a gun or stockpiling pills.
- Talking about being a burden to others.
- Increasing the use of drugs or alcohol.
- Withdrawn or feeling isolated.
- Acting anxious or agitated; behaving recklessly.
- Sleeping too little or too much.
- Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge.
- Making arrangements; setting one’s affairs in order.
- Themes of death or depression in conversation, writing, reading, or art.
Things To Know
A suicidal person may not ask for help, but that doesn’t mean help isn’t wanted.
- People who take their lives don’t want to die – they want to stop hurting.
- Suicide prevention starts with recognizing the warning signs and taking them seriously.
- If you think a friend or family member is considering suicide, you might be afraid to bring up the subject, but talking openly about suicidal thoughts can save a life.
BOOK
I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die: Finding Hope in the Darkness of Depression by Sara J. Robinson
Loving Someone with Suicidal Thoughts: What Family, Friends, and Partners Can Say and Do by Stacy Freedenthal & David A. Jobes
WEBSITE
Depression
BOOK
Finding Jesus in the Storm: The Spiritual Lives of Christians with Mental Health Challenges by John Swinton
Anxiety, Depression, and Jesus: Finding Hope in All Things by Aaron Hoover
Life is Hard. God is Good. Let’s Dance: Experiencing Real Joy in a World Gone Mad by Bryant Hansen
ARTICLES
Hope for the Despairing Heart – Desiring God
What to Do When You’re Down – The Gospel Coalition
5 Biblical Encouragements for Depressed Believers – The Gospel Coalition
Depression in the Christian Family – Focus on the Family
Depressed and Thankful: Six Ways to Find Joy – Desiring God
Postpartum Depression – The Gospel Coalition
Postpartum Depression Medication – The Gospel Coalition
How to Support Someone Through Depression – Desiring God
Why Christian Love Matters in Depression – The Gospel Coalition
VIDEOS
Going Deep with God in Depression – Desiring God
Christians Get Depressed Too – The Gospel Coalition
Spiritual Depression in the Psalms – Desiring God
Self Harm
BOOK
Inside a Cutter’s Mind: Understanding and Helping Those Who Self-Injure by Jerusha Clark & Earl R. Henslin
Stress & Burnout
BOOK
Sacred Rhythms: Arranging Our Lives for Spiritual Transformation by Ruth Haley Barton
ARTICLES
Sabbath – Practicing The Way
A Refreshing Take on Burnout & Fatigue – Lifespring Counseling
When Stress Sucks Away Your Will to Go On – Christian Leadership
How Can the Bible Help Us Recover from Burnout – Bible Study Tools
The Way Out of “Burnout” – Desiring God
Burnout Is Coming: Here’s How to Prevent It – The Gospel Coalition
PODCASTS
How to Avoid Burnout and Experience True Rest – Esther Littlefield
Grief
GriefShare
Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30 PM at RCC. For more info, click here or email [email protected].
Divorce
DivorceCare
Mondays from 6:30-8:30 pm at RCC. For more info, click here or email [email protected].
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