The Soul Care Podcast Warren Lamb

This episode is the first in our “Summer Shorts” series. Today we explore the concept of neuroplasticity and its connection to renewing the mind with God’s Word.

Through his book, ”Behind the Veil: Exposing the Evil of Domestic Oppression and Providing Hope,” Dr. Lamb aims to give a voice to the voiceless, provide a framework for understanding and addressing domestic oppression, and equip caregivers with the tools to help the wounded and broken. This powerful podcast closes out Season 1 of ”The Soul Care Podcast.”

Domestic oppression is the ”seedbed that all other forms of abuse grow out of,” according to Dr. Lamb. In this episode, he discusses his book, ”Behind the Veil: Exposing the Evil of Domestic Oppression and Providing Hope.” In it, he draws from his extensive experience in providing biblical counseling and soul care to thousands of survivors of domestic oppression and violence.

Shannon McCoy shares her journey from a science-based career to a life dedicated to biblical counseling. Inviting listeners into her world, McCoy unravels the intersections between science, faith, and emotional healing through her personal experiences and professional counsel. She discusses getting caught in the aftermath of an unwanted divorce and disordered eating that resulted.

Episode #10 Show Notes
Hosts: Jinda Reinig and Kimberly Willess
Guest: Dr. Warren Lamb
Topic: Bipolar Diagnosis
 
Summary:
In this episode of the Soul Care podcast, hosts Kimberly Willis and Jinda Reinig are joined by Dr. Warren Lamb to dissect the complexities of what is known as bipolar diagnosis and disorder. The dialogue weaves through the clinical landscape, contrasting conventional treatment methods against the healing prism of biblical counseling. Here, listeners can expect to uncover insights into managing what is often perceived as an incurable condition.
The conversation delves into the criteria outlined by the DSM for diagnosing bipolar disorder and the subsequent treatments, raising questions about the effectiveness of a solely medication-based approach. Warren Lamb, offering his expertise, challenges the notion of bipolar disorder as an intrinsic part of one's identity, steering the narrative toward the power of individual belief systems and their capacity to reshape personal realities. Listeners are led on a path from clinical diagnostics to spiritual actualization, presenting a fresh perspective on managing psychological disorders.
Key Takeaways:
Bipolar diagnosis often originates from self-reported symptoms without solid scientific testing, leading to medication being prescribed based on clinical interpretation.
The DSM classification of bipolar disorder and its variations are discussed, with an emphasis on the disorder's impact on mood and behavior.
Dr. Lamb argues the significance of addressing core relational trauma and beliefs to manage and potentially overcome bipolar symptoms.
There's a discussion surrounding the potential long-term damage caused by bipolar medications, which are often used as a lifelong treatment without resolving the underlying issues.
The episode highlights biblical counseling as a hopeful and transformative alternative to traditional psychiatric methods, focusing on identity in Christ rather than diagnoses.
 Notable Quotes:
"It's the pianist that determines what music the piano plays." - Warren Lamb on the relationship between the mind and the brain.
"The medical conditions are the effect, not the cause." - Warren on focusing on environmental factors in psychosis and bipolar symptoms.
"You are priceless to God. He only made one of you." - Warren Lamb stressing individual worth in the face of disorders.
"Our goal together is to deal with the underlying brokenness" - Recognizing the importance of addressing foundational issues in bipolar disorder treatment.
 
Scripture Mentioned
2 Corinthians 5:17
Isaiah 53:5/1 Peter 2:24
 
Warrenism
“We do healing at the speed of life.”
 
Additional Resources
Ministry Website: Truth in Love Biblical Counseling
 
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
Unbound: Growing Ever-freer in Christ (Truth in Love Biblical Counseling & Warren Lamb)
The Chemical Imbalance Delusion (Dr. Daniel Berger)
 
BLOG
Words Matter: Refining the Conversation
 

Dr. Berger discusses his newest book, ”The Schizophrenic Unicorn,” which seeks to help explain the phenomenon commonly called ”schizophrenia,” and does so from both a clinical and a biblical perspective. Dr. Berger’s exemplary scholarship and dynamic approach to examining and discussing mental health diagnoses in our times makes this a unique opportunity to hear him discuss these important matters with Dr. Lamb in a comfortable, understandable, and friendly manner.