Desmond C. Lamb

Desmond C. Lamb serves as a part-time adjunct instructor at Donnelly College while concurrently holding a full-time pastoral position at Forest Grove Baptist Church. He is actively pursuing doctoral studies in the Counseling Program at Midwestern Theological Seminary, demonstrating dual commitment to academic instruction and spiritual leadership.

His academic credentials include:

• Associate of Arts from Donnelly College (2000)
• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Park University (2004)
• Master of Divinity with Counseling emphasis from Midwestern Theological Seminary (2014)

Lamb's scholarly focus centers on the integration of psychological principles with theological frameworks, particularly within pastoral counseling contexts. His work examines culturally responsive therapeutic approaches for faith-based communities, emphasizing how religious identity intersects with mental health treatment. He advocates for counseling methodologies that honor clients' spiritual backgrounds while applying evidence-based psychological techniques, with special attention to Baptist and broader Christian communities. His research aims to bridge secular clinical practices with theological understanding to develop holistic care models for individuals and families.