May 16-17, 2024
Keynote Speakers
CURT THOMPSON, MD
Curt Thompson (MD, Wright State University) is a board-certified psychiatrist and the founder of Being Known, an organization that develops resources for hope and healing at the intersection of neuroscience and Christian spiritual formation. He is also the author of The Soul of Shame, The Soul of Desire, Anatomy of the Soul, and his newest book, The Deepest Place.
He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and his main focus of clinical and research interest has been the integration of psychiatry, its associated disciplines, and Christian spiritual formation.
RICHARD WINTER, MD
Dr. Richard Winter trained in medicine at St. Bartholomew’s Hospital, London and then in psychiatry in Bristol. He is a past-member for The Royal College of Psychiatrists in the UK.
He was a counselor, teacher, and leader at the English L’Abri before moving to St. Louis, Missouri in 1992 to lead the counseling program at Covenant Seminary. As Professor Emeritus in Counseling, Richard now lives near family in England where he continues counseling and teaching.
He is the author of several books, including When Life Goes Dark: Finding Hope in the Midst of Depression and Perfecting Ourselves to Death: The Pursuit of Excellence and the Perils of Perfectionism.
The 2024 Austin Harrington Counseling Conference
PRACTICING FOR HEAVEN
COUNSELING, NEUROSCIENCE, AND THE WISDOM OF THE KINGDOM OF GOD
In our work as counselors, pastors, and ministry leaders, Curt Thompson, MD says, “We are not primarily trying to deliver people from symptoms. We are assisting them in becoming professional human beings. We're doing this to help us all get ready for the kingdom of God for when it arrives.”
Our keynote speakers, Curt Thompson, MD and Richard Winter, MD will explore:
The opportunities and challenges facing Christian counselors in the 21st century.
Biblical perspectives on advances in neuroscience and emerging treatments.
How they have personally and practically integrated faith and evidence-based resources in their private practice.
Join us May 16-17, 2024 in Rayburn Chapel on the campus of Covenant Theological Seminary to learn from two leading professionals in the field of Christian counseling.
* Lunch may not be available to individuals registering on or after Monday, May 13.
Counselors
Advances in technology and neuroscience are providing promising treatments for those who are suffering even while cultural changes are introducing and intensifying those struggles. How do we remain faithful Christian counselors in the midst of these dynamics and best help our clients?
Learn from internationally respected psychiatrists Curt Thompson, MD and Richard Winter, MD as they share their experience and insight into counseling, neuroscience, and the wisdom of the Kingdom of God.
Continuing Education for the state of Missouri will be offered.
Who this conference is for
Pastors & Ministry Leaders
How do you support those you lead in ministry when they face a crisis or mental health struggle that requires professional medical help or counseling services? How do you think about the integration of Biblical principles in the context of psychiatric or psychological realities?
This conference will guide you into a Biblical framework for addressing these issues and working alongside medical and mental health professionals.
Ticket Options
Student
$35
For students only. Lunch is included. Continuing Education Units NOT provided.
Gold
$149
Friday lunch lunch. Continuing Education Units provided for State of Missouri LPCs.
Blue
$99
Friday lunch included. Continuing Education Units NOT provided.
* Lunch may not be available to individuals registering on or after Monday, May 13.
Every registered attendee will have access to all live plenary sessions and the workshops of their choice. All attendees will receive free access to conference recordings at a later date through the Covenant Seminary Resources website and mobile apps (free signup required).
CONFERENCE SPONSORS
Schedule
Thursday, May 16, 2024
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Friday, May 17, 2024
8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Location
Rayburn Chapel
Covenant Theological Seminary
12330 Conway Road
St. Louis MO 63141
Email
inbox@covenantseminary.edu
Phone
314.434.4044