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(Photo: Adobe Stock) By Dr. Albert Pace Clinical Director St. Raphael Counseling, a ministry of Catholic Charities Many Catholics worry about taking medication for mental health concerns. This concern has only increased in recent years, as distrust of the pharmaceutical industry has grown. While the topic of psychiatric medication is very broad, there are several common concerns that Catholics express when this conversation arises in therapy. Common Concern 1: Fear of Over-Re

(Photo: Adobe Stock) By Pedro Pablo St. Raphael Counseling, a ministry of Catholic Charities Many of us live day by day, only focused on the next thing: the next bill, the next paycheck, the next event. We often live merely to survive, with no time to think about other aspects of life. Sometimes, our only focus is on the physical needs. It’s a way of life that is understandable, but it overlooks the spiritual, interpersonal, community and psychological needs that we all have.

(Photo: Adobe Stock) By Mark Sanders, LPC CAS Marketing and Operations Coordinator St. Raphael Counseling, a ministry of Catholic Charities When I began my career 25 years ago, one of the biggest obstacles was the stigma around seeking professional help. Many believed it was “weak” to ask for help, so they went without the support that could have made a difference. Catholics, in particular, often hesitated, unsure about working with a therapist who might not share their faith

(Photo: Adobe Stock) In recent weeks, communities across the country have again been shaken by tragic acts of violence. From Minneapolis...

Holiness and mental health are not mutually exclusive — in fact, God meets us precisely in our struggles. (Photo: Denver Catholic design)...

Healthy boundaries and loving accompaniment can help teens replace digital stress with lasting peace. By Aby Garcia St. Raphael...

(Photo provided) For Mary Ann Looby, retirement has been anything but slowing down. Instead, she has poured her gifts and professional...

(Photo: Lightstock) You are invited to join in the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops' Novena for Mental Health from October...

(Photo: Adobe Stock) By Dr. Angela Wall St. Raphael Counseling, a ministry of Catholic Charities   Acts of violence, especially in...

(Photo: Lightstock) Throughout the Gospels, Jesus is clear: the Father desires to heal his children. He healed the blind and the lame,...

Freedom and healing from pornography addiction or dependence are possible. (Photo:Lightstock) By Mark R. Sanders, LPC, CAS St. Raphael...

(Photo: Pexels) By Christina Bordeaux, PsyD Licensed Psychologist ,  St. Raphael Counseling     Parenthood is full of joy, excitement...

While it seems that culture still tends to fight the stigma of mental illness, Catholic psychologists say that it is lessening. A giant...