

LDS Mental Health Podcast
Niki Olsen
Niki Olsen is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist and coach who uses mental health skills taught through a spiritual perspective. This is a podcast for faithful women who want healing in their relationships, guidance from God and internal peace. Each week you’ll hear mental health concepts taught through a spiritual lens from a licensed clinical mental health counselor to help you start thinking in a higher holier way.
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Nov 24, 2025 • 20min
Episode 225. Ask A Therapist: Dealing with Anxiety
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.________________________For more information on this episode and other mental health resources, head to the link below!Show notes: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog/225________________________🎧 The LDS Mental Health Podcast: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog🎁 Free Resources: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/free-trainings🛒 My Shop: www.ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/📲 Follow on social media: @LDSMentalHealthco 📧 Contact Me: https://www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/site/contact________________________Need a Christmas Gift for a neighbor, friend, ministering sister or coworker? Use Code:PODCAST for 20% off your order at the LDS Mental Health co. Storehttps://ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/

Nov 17, 2025 • 40min
224. Recognizing the Spirit Through Anxiety with the Sister Connection
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 still moments and the storms. This is a conversation about hope, healing, and the truth that you can be both anxious and deeply guided by the Spirit.💛 Listen to Episode 224: Recognizing the Spirit Through Anxiety with The Sister Connection, and discover how God can meet you right where you are.________________________For more information on this episode and other mental health resources, head to the link below!Show notes: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog/224________________________🎧 The LDS Mental Health Podcast: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog🎁 Free Resources: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/free-trainings🛒 My Shop: www.ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/📲 Follow on social media for more support and resources: @LDSMentalHealthco 📧 Contact Me: https://www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/site/contact________________________Need a Christmas Gift for a neighbor, friend, ministering sister or coworker? Use Code:PODCAST for 20% off your order at the LDS Mental Health co. Storehttps://ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/

Nov 10, 2025 • 41min
223. Overcoming Temple Anxiety With Melinda Wheelwright Brown
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 preconceived ideas, and discover peace in God’s presence.Whether you’re preparing for your first temple experience or trying to rekindle peace after a difficult one, this episode offers perspective and grace for every part of your spiritual journey.________________________For more information on this episode and other mental health resources, head to the link below!Show notes: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog/223________________________🎧 The LDS Mental Health Podcast: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog🎁 Free Resources: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/free-trainings🛒 My Shop: www.ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/📲 Follow on social media for more support and resources: @LDSMentalHealthco 📧 Contact Me: https://www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/site/contact________________________Need a Christmas Gift for a neighbor, friend, ministering sister or coworker? Use Code:PODCAST for 20% off your order at the LDS Mental Health co. Storehttps://ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/

Nov 3, 2025 • 13min
222. Handling Boundaries Set for You
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 redirectionThree steps to grow through boundariesHow to use revelation to guide your relationships✨ Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode if it helped you see boundaries in a new light!________________________For more information on this episode and other mental health resources, head to the link below!Show notes: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog/222________________________🎧 The LDS Mental Health Podcast: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog🎁 Free Resources: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/free-trainings🛒 My Shop: www.ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/📲 Follow on social media for more support and resources: @LDSMentalHealthco 📧 Contact Me: https://www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/site/contact________________________Need a Christmas Gift for a neighbor, friend, ministering sister or coworker? Use Code:PODCAST for 20% off your order at the LDS Mental Health co. Storehttps://ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/

Oct 27, 2025 • 17min
221. Ask A Therapist: Dealing with Fear
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 burdenWhere the line is between forgiveness and healthy boundariesHow to avoid people-pleasing while still seeing others the way the Savior doesWhy some people feel therapy is pulling them away from the ChurchI’ll share practical mental health tools through a spiritual lens to help you move forward with confidence, faith, and peace in Christ.Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!________________________For more information on this episode and other mental health resources, head to the link below!Show notes: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog/221________________________🎧 The LDS Mental Health Podcast: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog🎁 Free Resources: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/free-trainings🛒 My Shop: www.ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/📲 Follow on social media for more support and resources: @LDSMentalHealthco________________________Need a Christmas Gift for a neighbor, friend, ministering sister or coworker? Use Code:PODCAST for 20% off your order at the LDS Mental Health co. Storehttps://ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/

Oct 20, 2025 • 57min
220. Overcoming the Fear of Offending and Contention with the Sister Connection
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 compassionAvoid contention without compromising truthReplace fear with faith, as President Nelson counselsBe a peacemaker while boldly living your values💬 What helps you share your faith without fear?________________________For more information on this episode and other mental health resources, head to the link below!Show notes: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog/220________________________🎧 The LDS Mental Health Podcast: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog🎁 Free Resources: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/free-trainings🛒 My Shop: www.ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/📲 Follow on social media for more support and resources: @LDSMentalHealthco📧 Contact Me: https://www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/site/contact________________________Need a Christmas Gift for a neighbor, friend, ministering sister or coworker? Use Code:PODCAST for 20% off your order at the LDS Mental Health co. Storehttps://ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/

Oct 13, 2025 • 34min
219. Healing from Betrayal Trauma with Katie Davis
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 purpose, and how she now helps others do the same.________________________For more information on this episode and other mental health resources, head to the link below!Show notes: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog/219________________________🎧 The LDS Mental Health Podcast: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog🎁 Free Resources: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/free-trainings🛒 My Shop: www.ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/📲 Follow on social media for more support and resources: @LDSMentalHealthco________________________Need a Christmas Gift for a neighbor, friend, ministering sister or coworker? Use Code:PODCAST for 20% off your order at the LDS Mental Health co. Storehttps://ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/

Oct 6, 2025 • 10min
218. How to Stop Caring About What Others Think
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 and not care at the same time.👉 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this episode with someone who needs it.________________________For more information on this episode and other mental health resources, head to the link below!Show notes: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog/218________________________🎧 The LDS Mental Health Podcast: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog🎁 Free Resources: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/free-trainings🛒 My Shop: www.ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/📲 Follow on social media for more support and resources: @LDSMentalHealth.co________________________Need a Christmas Gift for a neighbor, friend, ministering sister or coworker? Use Code:PODCAST for 20% off your order at the LDS Mental Health co. Storehttps://ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/

Sep 22, 2025 • 29min
217. Sister Connection: What To Do When A Chapter Closes
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 resilience.👉 Don’t miss these stories of hope, healing, and faith.________________________For more information on this episode and other mental health resources, head to the link below!Show notes: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog/217________________________🎧 The LDS Mental Health Podcast: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog🎁 Free Resources: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/free-trainings🛒 My Shop: www.ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/📲 Follow on social media for more support and resources: @LDSMentalHealth.coNeed a Christmas Gift for a neighbor, friend, ministering sister or coworker? Use Code:PODCAST for 20% off your order at the LDS Mental Health co. Storehttps://ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/

Sep 15, 2025 • 27min
216. Changing Your Families Finances From Home with Rachel Coons
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 will help you feel more in control, more confident, and more hopeful.🔗 Don’t forget to subscribe for more faith-centered mental health tools every week.________________________For more information, links from this episode and other mental health resources, head to the link below!Show notes: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog/216________________________🎧 The LDS Mental Health Podcast: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/blog🎁 Free Resources: www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/free-trainings🛒 My Shop: www.ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/📲 Follow on social media for more support and resources: @LDSMentalHealth.co________________________Need a Christmas Gift for a neighbor, friend, ministering sister or coworker? Use Code:PODCAST for 20% off your order at the LDS Mental Health co. Storehttps://ldsmentalhealthco.myshopify.com/


