LDS Mental Health 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 they wish someone had told them.If this is part of your story or someone you love’s, please listen.And if no one has told you lately: you're doing better than you think.________________________For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!Show notes: https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/207________________________🎧 The LDS Mental Health Podcast: www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog🎁 Free Resources: www.nikiolsencoaching.com/free-trainings🛒 My Shop: www.nikiolsencoaching.com/store📲 Follow on social media for more support and resources: @NikiOlsenCoaching________________________Missionary Mental Health Products visit https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/storeUse code PODCAST at checkout for a special 20% off your entire order 

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 Brittney King and I explore how easy it is to fall into patterns of self-judgment or isolation, and how healing it can be to open up to support, connection, and faith again. ________________________For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!Show notes: https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/206________________________🎧 The LDS Mental Health Podcast: www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog🎁 Free Resources: www.nikiolsencoaching.com/free-trainings🛒 My Shop: www.nikiolsencoaching.com/store📲 Follow on social media for more support and resources: @NikiOlsenCoaching________________________Missionary Mental Health Products visit https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/storeUse code PODCAST at checkout for a special 20% off your entire order 

Julie McDonald, co-host and mental health advocate, engages with listeners' questions about receiving divine guidance. She discusses the challenge of distinguishing between one's thoughts and true revelation from God. Topics include feeling spiritually stagnant, strategies for finding peace in silence, and the significance of dreams as messages from the spiritual realm. McDonald emphasizes embracing divine support to navigate life's complexities and encourages proactive communication with God for clearer direction.

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 God’s plan for your growth.This episode will help you understand the natural man as part of God’s plan to help you grow, stretch, and use your agency to choose Him. You’ll walk away with more peace and a fresh perspective.________________________For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!Show notes: https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/204________________________Missionary Mental Health Products visit https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/storeUse code PODCAST at checkout for a special 20% off your entire order 

Feeling overwhelmed? Discover how to find peace in life's chaos! This chat dives into practical tips for recognizing blocks that prevent you from hearing spiritual guidance. It emphasizes the importance of self-assessment to tune into divine insights. Plus, learn about an upcoming free class designed to help you navigate distractions and deepen your spiritual connection. Don't let the noise drown out the messages that matter!

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 know you need it.Whether you’re in the middle of your own healing journey or supporting someone else through theirs, I hope this episode feels like a deep breath and a comforting reminder: You’re not alone. Healing is possible.________________________For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!Show notes: https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/202________________________Missionary Mental Health Products visit https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/storeUse code PODCAST at checkout for a special 20% off your entire order 

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 struggling with it for years—this episode offers hope, connection, and Christ-centered insight.________________________For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!Show notes: https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/201________________________Missionary Mental Health Products visit https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/storeUse code PODCAST at checkout for a special 20% off your entire order 

In this powerful milestone episode, I’m joined by Katie Loveless—LDS mom and chronic illness advocate—who shares her raw and honest journey from being healthy and thriving… to facing debilitating migraines, chronic illness, depression, and overwhelming anger.Katie opens up about the mental toll of chronic illness and how it reshaped her identity, her faith, and her emotional health. She also shares what helped her move from survival mode to a place of peace.If you or someone you love lives with chronic illness, this episode will leave you feeling seen, supported, and a little less alone.________________________For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!Show notes: https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/200________________________Missionary Mental Health Products visit https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/storeUse code PODCAST at checkout for a special 20% off your entire order 

In this episode of The LDS Mental Health Podcast, I’m joined by Certified personal trainer, fitness nutrition, Life Coach and mom of six, Kerrie Nygard who shares her wisdom and experience helping women heal their relationship with their bodies.We explore the most common struggles women face with body image and the spiritual and emotional toll it can take. Kerrie also shares powerful tools women can begin using today to shift how they see and treat their bodies—with more compassion, trust, and gratitude.Whether you’ve struggled with body image for years or are just beginning to recognize unhelpful patterns, this episode will give you a new perspective on how your body is not a problem to fix, but a gift to nurture.Be sure to share this episode with a sister who needs it.________________________For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!Show notes: https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/199________________________Missionary Mental Health Products visit https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/storeUse code PODCAST at checkout for a special 20% off your entire order 

In this episode of the LDS Mental Health Podcast, I am answering your questions on How To Think Celestial. I sat down with my long time friend/social media manager, Julie and we talk about staying anchored in Christ—especially when life feels uncertain, painful, or overwhelming.Do you have questions you'd like me to answer? Click the link below to anonymously send in your own questions and I'll try to answer them here on future podcast episodes.________________________Did you catch the fun fact about me in today's episode?Head to my Instagram @NikiOlsenCoaching to see pictures! 🫣😂🐝________________________Would you like to ask me a question about mental health? Head to the show notes to submit an anonymous question. I'd love to hear from you!For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!Show notes: https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/198Missionary Mental Health Products visit https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/storeUse code PODCAST at checkout for a special 20% off your entire order