Your faith and your mental health are not in opposition to one another. Our goal is to identify the ways that caring for our mental health intersects with spiritual growth.
Mental illness is a reality inside and outside the church, but it isn’t something we need to be ashamed about. And it doesn’t indicate spiritual weakness.
Our goal is to connect people who need help with the agencies that offer it and assist churches who want to support their members who have mental health concerns.
The Rochester Faith and Mental Health Project was born out of an
internal struggle to navigate the complexities of being a faith leader
who was in need of mental health support. This led to a deep desire to
connect faith communities with mental health resources.
Faith communities have long been places where individuals seek solace, guidance, and connection. A healthy faith community offers more than just a shared belief system—it provides a nurturing environment that can positively impact both spiritual Read more…
Mental health challenges are prevalent in our society, affecting individuals from all walks of life, including those within religious communities. Despite the growing awareness of mental illness, stigma and misconceptions continue to persist, often preventing Read more…
Mental health challenges, such as depression, anxiety, or trauma, can often feel like insurmountable obstacles on the path to spiritual growth. However, by focusing on caring for mental illness, individuals can actually foster a deeper Read more…
Depression is a complex and debilitating mental health condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. Despite the growing awareness and understanding of depression, misconceptions and stigma still persist, particularly within some religious or spiritual communities. Read more…
Addiction is a pervasive and devastating issue that affects individuals and families from all walks of life, and faith communities are not immune to its impact. Substance abuse and chemical dependency can infiltrate even the Read more…
Love, compassion, and understanding towards all, especially those who are struggling and in need of support, are central to what our faith communities proclaim to be about. One area where this compassion is particularly crucial Read more…
When seeking mental health support, individuals of faith often grapple with the question of whether they need a counselor who shares their religious beliefs. This decision can feel deeply personal, as faith and spirituality often Read more…