About the Series
The Spiritual Integration Hour's intended audience is the Loma Linda University community of behavioral health clinicians and scholars, and is broadly centered on the integration of faith/religion/spirituality and the social sciences. It is a mix of presentation and discussion held online via Zoom, and is sponsored by the School of Behavioral Health.
Below you will find links to video recordings of this ongoing series. You are also welcome to visit the series Session Library and to learn more about spiritual integration at SBH.
Next Installment
Monday, September 29, 2025 from 12-1 PM
"Mental Illness or Demonic Possession?: A Suggested Protocol" presented by Dr. Jon Paulien, Professor of Theology Studies, LLU School of Religion.
Dr. Paulien will explore both the Biblical data and clinical manifestations, suggesting a protocol for diagnosing the demonic.
More Upcoming Dates
- October 27, 2025
- November 24, 2025
- January 26, 2026
- February 23, 2026
- March 30, 2026
- April 27, 2026
- May 21, 2026 (tentative)
Archive
Season 7: 2024-25
Episode 6
Expressions and Feelings of Interhuman Gratitude and Gratitude to God in Daily Life
Presented by Dr. David Newman
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Presented by Dr. David Newman
Episode 7
Moral Injury: Diagnosis and Treatment of a New Syndrome
Presented by Dr. Harold G. Koenig
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Presented by Dr. Harold G. Koenig
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Season 6: 2023-24
Episode 3
Remembering Our Roots: Creativity as Spiritual and Mental Wellness
Presented by Kimberly Nasrul, MS, LMFT
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Presented by Kimberly Nasrul, MS, LMFT
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Episode 6
"Pieces of Myself": The Pedagogical Power of a Narrative Medicine Assignment
Presented by Dr. Jeffrey Gang
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Presented by Dr. Jeffrey Gang
Season 5: 2022-23
Episode 1
The Role of Religion/Spirituality and Faith Communities in Addressing Health Disparities
Presented by Dr. Carlos Fayard
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Presented by Dr. Carlos Fayard
Episode 2
Trying to Mix Oil and Vinegar: Bringing Social Science Data into Theology
Presented by Dr. Kenny Boyd
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Presented by Dr. Kenny Boyd
Episode 4
Ni de aquí, ni de allá: Unpacking the Complexity of Latinx Identity and Spiritualities
Presented by Dr. Saul Barcelo
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Presented by Dr. Saul Barcelo
Episode 5
A Tale of Two Spiritualities: When the Client and Therapist are Different
Presented by Dr. Kenny Boyd
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Presented by Dr. Kenny Boyd
Episode 6
A Roundtable Discussion Addressing the Concerns of People of Faith Regarding Psychiatric Medication
Presented by Dr. Timothy Lee
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Presented by Dr. Timothy Lee
Season 4: 2021-22
Episode 2
Integrating Spirituality in Clinical Supervision: Core Competencies and Considerations
Presented by Dr. Zephon Lister
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Presented by Dr. Zephon Lister
Episode 3
Observations About How Nurses Perceive and Practice Spiritual Care
Presented by Dr. Elizabeth Johnston Taylor
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Presented by Dr. Elizabeth Johnston Taylor
Episode 5
Tracking Trouble in Abraham's Family: Following Intergenerational Family Patterns in Genesis
Presented by Dr. Bryan Cafferky
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Presented by Dr. Bryan Cafferky
Episode 6
Integrating Spirituality in the Therapy Room
Presented by Dr. Barbara Couden Hernandez
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Presented by Dr. Barbara Couden Hernandez
Season 3: 2020-21
Episode 1
Ellen G. White & Psychology: What Went Wrong and Why Does It Matter?
Presented by Dr. Adam Aréchiga
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Presented by Dr. Adam Aréchiga
Episode 2
The Intentional Integration of Faith in Policy Development
Presented by Dr. Monte Butler
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Presented by Dr. Monte Butler
Season 2: 2019-20
Episode 2
Integrating Spirituality into the Classroom: Creating a Safe and Brave Space for Personal and Professional Growth
Presented by Dr. Jacqueline Williams-Reade
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Presented by Dr. Jacqueline Williams-Reade
Episode 4
LLU School of Behavioral Health Integration: Spirituality, Biology, Emergence, and Realization
Presented by Dr. Kenny Boyd
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Presented by Dr. Kenny Boyd
Season 1: 2018-19
Episode 1
When Faith and Forgiveness Don't Intersect: A Client's Journey
Presented by Dr. Zephon Lister
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Presented by Dr. Zephon Lister
Episode 2
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy and Your Christian Clients
Presented by Prof. Talolo Lepale
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Presented by Prof. Talolo Lepale
Episode 3
Cultivating Spiritual Hospitality and Home: Orienting Principles from the Life and Ministry of Jesus
Presented by Natalie Hsieh & Dr. Zephon Lister
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Presented by Natalie Hsieh & Dr. Zephon Lister