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.

In this opening episode of Seen & Known, Dr. Alicia Jones talks with Abigail Garcia about the unique challenges of divorcing someone who works in ministry. They discuss the loss of community, identity, and belonging, and how many former minister’s wives are left feeling discarded and deeply lonely after divorce.

Abigail shares her redemptive story of healing and hope, including how she met her husband, Josh, and how love can be rebuilt after deep loss. This episode creates space for honesty, faith, and restoration for anyone navigating life, love, and faith after divorce.