AMCAP supports the principals and standards of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; however, it is an independent, professional organization which is not sponsored by nor does it speak for the Church or its leaders AMCAP www.amcap.net Fall 2003 compassionate and competent mental health care. PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE The world is becoming more unstable. The effects of The months following my election as President of war, abuse, fractured families, availability of AMCAP have been full of warm experiences and addictive processes and substances, and other evils associations. I have marveled at the loving, have increased the need for competent and caring dedicated service of so many members who seek a mental health professionals. Our work has increased greater understanding of how to “succor the weak, but so have our tools for performing that work. lift up the hands that hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees” (D&C 81:5). It is the combined effort, Those who have freely shared their skill, knowledge gifts and talents of so many people that make and spiritual insights with AMCAP have created a AMCAP possible. larger and richer pool from which we can all drink. Our individual power to contribute is greatly When I first entered my professional life as a enhanced by the combined power of all. psychologist, I realized that I must learn to link both academic truth and revealed truth. AMCAP AMCAP is moving forward. The new website has provided a forum where I could meet with and learn enhanced our ability to network and expand our from others who shared my quest. AMCAP is a influence to a worldwide audience. The new unique professional organization because we focus discussion board expands our association with one on learning truth both by study and by faith. We can another beyond the conventions. More Latter-day combine the truths learned from empirical inquiry Saint researchers are empirically investigating the and sound clinical practice with the revealed truths role of spirituality and religion in mental health. We of the gospel to create a more powerful have the opportunity to speak in a voice that will be understanding of how to change lives and assist heard by other professionals. The diligent efforts of others. those who produce the journal have moved us closer to that dream. The technology and networking As Charles Dickens aptly phrased it, we live in “the expertise of board members have now made it best of times and the worst of times.” The gospel possible for AMCAP to provide continuing has been restored and gives us a more correct education credits that were previously available only understanding of our true nature, our relationship to on site at the conventions. God, and our divine potential. Both secular and spiritual knowledge are rapidly expanding. Many of It is this combined energy and sharing of gifts and the secrets of the functioning of the brain and body talents that will continue to make AMCAP a force are being revealed to us. New discoveries in for good in a troubled world. I thank you all for biochemistry have provided symptomatic relief for what you bring to this combined effort. many who suffer from previously incurable, severe mental illnesses. Technology has provided a means Marleen S. Williams by which we can flood the world with information. President, 2003-2005 Yet in spite of these great blessings, there is an Association of Mormon Counselors increase in both suffering and the need for and Psychotherapists 2 AMCAP NETWORKER ADVERTISING The AMCAP Networker is an official publication of the IN THE Association of Mormon Counselors and Psychotherapists. NETWORKER It is published bi-annually, in February and August. Subscription is offered by membership in AMCAP. Advertising contained in the Networker and Opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect the view of other AMCAP publications should not be AMCAP members, officers, Networker editorial staff, or interpreted as a reflection of AMCAP policy, officers of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. nor as an endorsement by its officers or Submissions are welcomed. Send submissions, together editorial board. Advertisements must be with information on contacting the author, to: approved by the editor and must be congruent with AMCAP’s statement of purpose. Rebecca Jorgensen, PhD Advertising fees for the Networker are: BYU-Idaho Counseling Center 270 KIMBALL Rexburg, ID 83460-1685 Full page $100 H: 208-656-0853 W: 208-496-1100 Half page $ 50 Fax: 208-496-1238 Quarter page $ 25 E-mail: [email protected] IN THIS ISSUE President’s Message Marleen S. Williams ....................................................................................................1 2003 – 2004 AMCAP Leadership ............................................................................................................3 Directory of Area Coordinators................................................................................................................5 Sheri Dew, Truman Madsen, and Elder Alexander Morrison to Speak at the AMCAP Fall Convention ... 8 My Favorite AMCAP Memories Current and Former Leadership Council Members...........................................8 The New AMCAP Web Site Rick Hawks ...................................................................................................9 News from AMCAP Headquarters B. J. Fullmer...................................................................................... 10 Clinician’s Corner Detachment David H. Coombs.............................................................................................................. 10 How the Book of Mormon Strengthens Marriages David H. Coombs .................................................. 11 Counterfeit Addictions/Real Needs Susan S. Campbell ........................................................................ 13 How Much Power Does Satan Have David H. Coombs........................................................................ 17 How Do We Forgive Ourselves David H. Coombs............................................................................... 18 Being In the World But Not Of the World Madison H. Thomas............................................................. 19 Doubt Not, Fear Not, Be Not Afraid! David H. Coombs ...................................................................... 21 Oh, What a Merciful God! David H. Coombs ...................................................................................... 22 Meet the Candidates .............................................................................................................................. 23 Absentee Ballot ..................................................................................................................................... 25 AMCAP Membership Application or Renewal Form............................................................................. 26 AMCAP 2003 Spring Convention Audio Tape Order Form ................................................................... 27 A Sampling of Past AMCAP Convention Tapes Available for Sale ....................................................... 29 The Last Word Detours........................................................................................................................... 31 3 2003—2004 AMCAP LEADERSHIP EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE BOARD MEMBERS (CONT.) 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