Mental Health Isn't "Just in Your Head," a Catholic Therapist Explains | Youth for Truth [Ep. 25]

A fascinating discussion with Candice Ruttner-Duryea LMFT of "Beautiful Mind Family Counseling Clinic": https://beautifulmindfamilycounseling... A lot of us were raised to believe that if you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, or feeling stuck, you just need to pray harder or trust God more. But what if that's not the whole story? In this very special episode, we sit down with Candice Ruttner-Duryea LMFT, a Catholic therapist with over 20 years of experience, and Emily Farida, her neurofeedback technician. We talk about why mental health struggles aren't a failure of faith, how trauma actually shows up in the brain and body (not "just in your head"), and what brain scans and neurofeedback can pick up that regular therapy sometimes misses. Candice shares research suggesting that leaning into your faith can make recovery around 60% more effective than therapy alone. They also get into the real difference between empathy and compassion, why so many therapists burn out, the quiet stigma around getting professional help in Catholic circles, and how the Incarnation changes everything about how we approach healing. If you've ever felt torn between your faith and the idea of seeing a therapist — or you're trying to support someone who is — this conversation might give you some clarity and relief. Watch the full episode and let us know what resonated in the comments! Youth for Truth Podcast with Fr. Simon Esshaki –––