As a counselor, Brent has helped many people learn to live with different challenges, including diagnosed mental illnesses. Listen as Brent shares his insight and suggestions on understanding and supporting a loved one who is struggling.

Brent - Understanding and Supporting a Loved One

Elder Ulisses Soares talks of the need for kindness and acceptance.

A Friend to All

Elder Holland reminds us that no amount of self will can solve clinical depression. Seeking professional help is key to healing our mental health issues. We also need the support and compassion of others.

Mental Health: Compassion for Those Who Struggle

Lifting Others

How do you best respond when mental or emotional challenges confront you or those you love?

Like a Broken Vessel

Sister Christina B. Franco discusses the importance of inclusion and respect.

Love in Our Hearts

Troy and Deedra Russell were devastated after the death of their son. Their story shows how one person can make a difference during the grieving process.

One-on-One (Ministering with Love)

Suicidal thoughts are real and often begin when a person feels like the world would be better off without them. Sometimes, the most powerful tool to help someone is to simply reach out with friendship and words of love and encouragement.

Sitting on the Bench: Thoughts on Suicide Prevention

Is There a Place for Me?

Elder Patrick Kearon speaks on inclusion and friendship in the Church

To Love Them All

Mental health challenges are well within the reach of our Savior’s compassion, mercy, and power to heal. The words of Church leaders can provide meaningful insight into the struggles we experience.

Counsel on Mental Health from Church Leaders

Sister Aburto testifies that the Savior can help all of God’s children endure mental and physical infirmities.

Thru Cloud and Sunshine, Lord, Abide with Me!

A young man who struggled with depression shares a message with others who have thought about suicide: "Please, choose to stay." For suicide prevention resources, click here.

Suicide Prevention: Choose to Stay

Elder Kopischke shares some observations about mental illness, based on some of the trials his own family has gone through.

Addressing Mental Health

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Supporting Others