In this powerful and timely episode of Seen & Known, Dr. Alicia Jones sits down with Nicholas K. Young, a licensed therapist and minister, to unpack the stigma surrounding mental health—particularly within Black communities and faith spaces.

Together, they explore the often-misunderstood intersection of faith and mental health, challenging the idea that prayer and therapy must exist in opposition. Nicholas shares insight from both his professional training and lived experience, offering language, wisdom, and compassion for those navigating emotional health while holding onto their faith. The conversation also turns toward parenting, as they discuss how parents and caregivers can recognize early signs of mental health struggles in children and create safe spaces for emotional expression. This episode is an honest invitation to rethink strength, embrace support, and begin healing conversations at home, in church, and within ourselves.