Men’s Mental Health: Faith & Psychology: Navigating Mental Health as a Christian with Xavier Small

In this episode of the Patros Podcast, Man Up CEO Jeff Ford and co-host Allan Pereira sit down with former pastor and counselor Xavier Small, who followed God’s call to earn his doctorate and launch a counseling ministry now focused on training Christian counselors.

Xavier shares how strong male mentors helped him grow up fatherless, what it means to submit to authority as a man, and how faith and mental health connect in a practical way.

He also discusses how Christians can wisely engage with psychology and medical advice without compromising their beliefs.

You’ll hear practical insights on:

- How mentoring shaped Xavier’s growth as a young man and counselor

- The challenges and blessings of submitting to authority as a Christian man

- Why submission to Christ is foundational to mental and spiritual wellness

- How to integrate biblical truth with psychological knowledge and medical advice

Whether you’re a counselor, church leader, or simply a man of God curious about the intersection of faith and mental health, this episode offers encouragement and clarity on how to live out a Christ-centered calling in today’s world.

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