LDS Mental Health Podcast

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. This week we wrapped up our month on anxiety with an Ask A Therapist episode where I answer your real questions about fear, overwhelm, comparison, and whether anxiety comes from Satan. Spoiler alert. It’s not what you think. Share this episode with someone who’s trying to find a little more peace through the chaos. ___...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. In this heartfelt episode of The LDS Mental Health Podcast , I’m joined by three incredible women who’ve learned to find peace and connection with God even in the midst of anxiety. Through their stories, we explore how anxiety and revelation can sometimes feel the same, and how to recognize God’s presence in both the s...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. Feeling anxious about the temple is more common than you think. This week, I sit down with author and teacher Melinda Wheelwright Brown , whose newest book An Endowment of Love brings new perspective to temple worship. We're talking about how to approach the temple with curiosity instead of fear, release old preco...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. When a loved one sets a boundary, it can feel painful, confusing, or even unfair. In this episode, I'm sharing how to process those emotions and use them as opportunities for growth. You’ll learn: Why boundaries aren’t rejection, they’re redirection Three steps to grow through boundaries How to use revelation to g...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. Fear shows up in so many ways...feeling like a burden, struggling to hold boundaries, people-pleasing, or even questioning whether therapy leads us away from faith. In this “Ask a Therapist” episode, I’m answering your submitted questions and breaking down: How to overcome the fear of being a burden Where the line is b...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. On this Sister Connection episode, we’re diving into one of the biggest struggles faithful women face: the fear of offending others or creating contention when sharing beliefs. You’ll hear stories, spiritual insights, and practical tips for how to: Speak up with confidence and compassion Avoid contention without compro...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. Have you or someone you love experienced betrayal trauma? In this episode, I sit down with Katie Davis, an LDS betrayal trauma coach, to talk about what betrayal trauma is, how it impacts mental and spiritual health, and the steps to start healing. You’ll hear Katie’s story of moving through deep hurt toward peace and...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. Do you ever wonder: “How do I stop caring so much about what people think of me?” In this episode, I’ll show you how worrying about opinions (both criticism and praise) can quietly pull you away from God’s plan. We’ll talk about becoming steady and rooted, letting God’s love define your worth, and learning how to care...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. What do you do when a chapter of your life comes to a close? Whether it’s a job, relationship, stage of life, or unexpected change, how do you move forward without feeling like you’ve failed? In this Sister Connection episode, three women share how they’ve navigated loss, change, and big life transitions with faith and...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. Money stress is real, but it doesn’t have to rule your life. In this episode of The LDS Mental Health Podcast, Rachel Coons shares 3 practical tips you can start TODAY to change your family’s financial situation from the comfort of home. 👉 If you’ve felt the anxiety of bills, budgets, or just keeping up, this episode...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. Episode 215: Ask a Therapist - Dealing With Change Change is part of life, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. In this week’s episode, I'm answering your questions about change. We’re exploring how to face change with faith, resilience, and Christ-centered confidence. We’ll also share an exciting update: Niki Olsen C...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. We all say we want growth, peace, and progress. But when change shows up? We dig in our heels. In this episode, I’ll share 3 powerful ways to stop resisting change and instead find peace, clarity, and even joy. ________________________ For more information on this episode and other mental health resources, head to the...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. Anger is one of the most human emotions we experience, but when it shows up in our faith, relationships, and families, it can feel overwhelming. In this Ask a Therapist episode, I’m answering your real questions about feeling angry with God, loving yourself after a spouse breaks temple covenants, helping teens navigate...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. Betrayal trauma is more than just heartbreak, it’s a deep wound that shakes your trust, your safety, and your sense of reality. In this week’s Sister Connection episode, I sit down with two women who have walked through the pain of betrayal and found hope again. They share their raw, personal stories, what helped them...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. In this episode, we’re joined by divorce attorney Adam Huddleston for a conversation about navigating divorce from both a legal and spiritual perspective. Divorce is complex, and no two stories are the same, but there is room for both peace and progress in the middle of the mess. We talk about what it looks like to “th...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. What do you do when a tough gospel question hits you out of nowhere? Do you push it down? Avoid it? Try to fix it? This week on the podcast, I sat down with Jasmin Rappleye to talk about the questions we don’t always know how to answer about Church history, doctrine, or simply the lived experience of being a member. An...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. This week I’m joined by two amazing women who are going back to school to become therapists. They ask me the most common questions I get asked a lot, like: how I knew, why I do it, how school went, what I wish I’d known, and more. If you’re thinking about becoming a therapist, this one’s for you. ______________________...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. In a world that pushes women to “bounce back” after birth, what if we chose to sit still instead? In this episode, I’m joined by Emily Montague to explore the ancient practice of “the sitting month” a sacred time of rest, nourishment, and gentle recovery after childbirth. We talk about why postpartum recovery deserves...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. There’s a version of motherhood we all picture before it begins, but for many women, the reality includes something far heavier: postpartum depression. In this honest and vulnerable episode, I sit down with women who’ve walked through PPD and are bravely sharing what it really felt like, how they got help, and what the...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. Motherhood has a way of bringing out both our fiercest love and our deepest fears. In this episode, I talk with Britney King about the real and raw mental weight that comes with parenting, especially when our thoughts start to spiral, when we feel disconnected, or when we’re just plain tired. On this episode, my guest...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. Do you ever wonder if you’re really hearing God—or if it’s just your own thoughts? This week on the LDS Mental Health Podcast , I’m answering questions submitted by you in our “Ask a Therapist” series. We’re talking about how to receive revelation, what to do when you feel spiritually stuck, and how to find peace even...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. Let's talk about something that has caused so many faithful women to feel like they’re failing: the natural man. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, worthless or frustrated with yourself, this episode is for you. We’re talking about the natural man, not as something to shame or fix, but as an essential part of...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. “ Hear Him ”  is one of the most repeated invitations from President Nelson. But how do you do that when life feels like it’s spinning? When your to-do list is endless, emotions are high, and peace feels out of reach? In this episode of The LDS Mental Health Podcast , we’ll talk through real-life struggles that can blo...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. This week on The LDS Mental Health Podcast , we’re tackling a big one: healing past wounds. As part of my  Ask a Therapist series, I’m answering questions submitted by real listeners (just like you) about things we all struggle with like grief after loss, betrayal trauma, and why therapy can feel so hard… even when you...

Send us a text message if you have a question you want answered on the podcast. Forgiveness can be one of the hardest things we’re asked to do—especially when the pain runs deep. In this episode of The LDS Mental Health Podcast, I sit down with several incredible women who open up about their personal journeys with forgiveness. Whether you’re just beginning to consider forgiveness—or you’ve been s...