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Niki Olsen is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist and coach who uses mental health skills and a spiritual perspective to reduce anxiety, overwhelm and guilt in women by enriching their connection to themselves and God. The Meaningful Minutes podca

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    • Jun 12, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 18m AVG DURATION
    • 205 EPISODES

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    The Meaningful Minutes with Niki Olsen podcast has been an incredible source of inspiration and guidance for me on my spiritual journey. Niki's teachings have helped me shift from being solely a doer in the gospel to becoming a receiver of revelation and developing a closer relationship with my Savior and Heavenly Father. I am so grateful to have found this podcast, as it has truly transformed my ability to connect with the divine.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is Niki's ability to simplify complex spiritual concepts and make them relatable and applicable in our everyday lives. Her messages are concise yet impactful, and she provides step-by-step processes for learning to receive personal revelation. I appreciate how her teachings are personalized and tailored to each individual listener, allowing us to apply the advice in a way that works best for us. Additionally, the episodes are short, around 10 minutes each, making it easy to fit them into a busy schedule.

    I haven't come across any major drawbacks or negative aspects of this podcast. However, some listeners may prefer longer episodes with more in-depth discussions on certain topics. Since the episodes are short, there may be times when listeners wish they could delve deeper into certain subjects. Nonetheless, Niki does a fantastic job of delivering valuable insights within the time constraints.

    In conclusion, The Meaningful Minutes with Niki Olsen podcast has had a profound impact on my life. It has helped me recognize my worthiness and develop a stronger connection with God through receiving personal revelation. Niki's teachings are relatable, actionable, and bring about positive change. I would highly recommend this podcast to anyone seeking spiritual growth and a deeper understanding of their relationship with the divine.



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    204. The Natural Man, the Enemy to Your Mental Health: Sister Connection

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 69:55


    Let's talk about something that has caused so many faithful women to feel like they're failing: the natural man.If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, worthless or frustrated with yourself, this episode is for you. We're talking about the natural man, not as something to shame or fix, but as an essential part of God's plan for your growth.This episode will help you understand the natural man as part of God's plan to help you grow, stretch, and use your agency to choose Him. You'll walk away with more peace and a fresh perspective.________________________For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!Show notes: https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/204________________________The LDS Mental Health Skills Membership that provides FOUR PROGRAMS to learn Mental health skills through a spiritual lens is now open!Visit my website https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com for details

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    203. Learn to Hear Him IN the Chaos

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 9:29


    “Hear Him”  is one of the most repeated invitations from President Nelson.But how do you do that when life feels like it's spinning? When your to-do list is endless, emotions are high, and peace feels out of reach?In this episode of The LDS Mental Health Podcast, we'll talk through real-life struggles that can block us from hearing the Spirit. This episode includes a helpful self-check to help you recognize what might be holding you back, and how you can move forward with greater clarity, peace and purpose.Plus: A special invitation to join me for a FREE upcoming class: “Hear Him in the Chaos”Where I'll teach 5 practical ways to tune into the Savior's voice, even in the noise of everyday life.

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    202. Ask a Therapist: Healing Past Wounds

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 28:54


    This week on The LDS Mental Health Podcast, we're tackling a big one: healing past wounds.As part of my Ask a Therapist series, I'm answering questions submitted by real listeners (just like you) about things we all struggle with like grief after loss, betrayal trauma, and why therapy can feel so hard… even when you know you need it.Whether you're in the middle of your own healing journey or supporting someone else through theirs, I hope this episode feels like a deep breath and a comforting reminder: You're not alone. Healing is possible.________________________For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!Show notes: https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/202________________________Missionary Mental Health Products visit https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/storeUse code PODCAST at checkout for a special 20% off your entire order

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    201. Finding Forgiveness in Heartache: Sister Connection

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 31:05


    Forgiveness can be one of the hardest things we're asked to do—especially when the pain runs deep. In this episode of The LDS Mental Health Podcast, I sit down with several incredible women who open up about their personal journeys with forgiveness.Whether you're just beginning to consider forgiveness—or you've been struggling with it for years—this episode offers hope, connection, and Christ-centered insight.________________________For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!Show notes: https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/201________________________Missionary Mental Health Products visit https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/storeUse code PODCAST at checkout for a special 20% off your entire order

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    200. Tips for Dealing with the Mental Exhaustion of Chronic Illness with guest Katie Loveless

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 41:41


    In this powerful milestone episode, I'm joined by Katie Loveless—LDS mom and chronic illness advocate—who shares her raw and honest journey from being healthy and thriving… to facing debilitating migraines, chronic illness, depression, and overwhelming anger.Katie opens up about the mental toll of chronic illness and how it reshaped her identity, her faith, and her emotional health. She also shares what helped her move from survival mode to a place of peace.If you or someone you love lives with chronic illness, this episode will leave you feeling seen, supported, and a little less alone.________________________For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!Show notes: https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/200________________________Join the May You Heal Challenge by clicking this link https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/challenge

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    199. Healing Your Relationship with Your Body with Kerrie Nygard

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 34:26


    In this episode of The LDS Mental Health Podcast, I'm joined by Certified personal trainer, fitness nutrition, Life Coach and mom of six, Kerrie Nygard who shares her wisdom and experience helping women heal their relationship with their bodies.We explore the most common struggles women face with body image and the spiritual and emotional toll it can take. Kerrie also shares powerful tools women can begin using today to shift how they see and treat their bodies—with more compassion, trust, and gratitude.Whether you've struggled with body image for years or are just beginning to recognize unhelpful patterns, this episode will give you a new perspective on how your body is not a problem to fix, but a gift to nurture.Be sure to share this episode with a sister who needs it.________________________For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!Show notes: https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/199________________________Join the May You Heal Challenge by clicking this link https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/challenge

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    198. Ask A Therapist: How to Think Celestial

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 32:59


    In this episode of the LDS Mental Health Podcast, I am answering your questions on How To Think Celestial. I sat down with my long time friend/social media manager, Julie and we talk about staying anchored in Christ—especially when life feels uncertain, painful, or overwhelming.Do you have questions you'd like me to answer? Click the link below to anonymously send in your own questions and I'll try to answer them here on future podcast episodes.________________________Did you catch the fun fact about me in today's episode?Head to my Instagram @NikiOlsenCoaching to see pictures!

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    197. Thinking Celestial Through Grief and Loss with the Sister Connection

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 50:19


    In this Sister Connection episode of the LDS Mental Health Podcast, we explore what it really means to “Think Celestial” in the midst of grief and heartache.Faithful women share their personal journeys through loss, offering powerful insights on healing, growth, and finding eternal perspective by yoking themselves to the Savior.Tune in and feel the connection, hope, and testimony of sisters who've been there—and are choosing to Think Celestial through it all.For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!Show notes: https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/197

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    196. Thinking Celestial Through Divorce with Bubba Page

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 55:49


    In this episode, I sat down with Bubba Page to talk about his journey through divorce—and the powerful things he did to support his mental, emotional, and spiritual health during that season.This conversation is full of hope, healing, and heavenly perspective. For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/196

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    Why Your Brain Can't Sometimes Think Celestial

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 12:44


    In this episode, we dive into why it can be so challenging to "Think Celestial" even when we really want to. We'll explore the science behind celestial thinking, focusing on how the brain works when it comes to maintaining an eternal perspective.If you've ever struggled to maintain a positive, eternal mindset—especially during hard times—this episode is for you! Tune in to learn more about the brain science behind celestial thinking and how to make it work for you.For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/195

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    How to Know if Your Child Needs Therapy or Medication

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 38:45


    As parents, it's not always easy to tell when a child's behavior is just part of growing up or a sign that they need extra support. In this episode, we're diving into how to recognize mental health concerns in children, when to seek professional help, and how to navigate therapy or medication if needed.For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/194

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    Making Progress in Therapy

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 47:13


    Therapy can be life-changing, but how do you make the most of it? In this episode, I talk with women who have had incredible experiences with therapy as they share their best tips for making it a success.For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/193

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    Ask a Therapist: Therapy 102 What to Expect

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 27:45


    Last week I started a new series called "Ask a Therapist" where I take a topic and answer questions submitted by YOU on social media. This series will cover all kinds of mental health related topics.Today's episode is: Therapy 102 What to Expect. It is a part 2 from last weeks episode: Therapy 101 Getting Started. If you're considering therapy for you or someone you love, don't know where to start or just have questions about how it all works, you won't want to miss this episode!For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/192

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    Ask A Therapist: Therapy 101 Getting Started

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 32:37


    I am kicking off a new series called "Ask a Therapist" where I will take a topic and answer questions submitted to me on social media. This series will cover all kinds of mental health related topics.Today's episode is: Therapy 101: Getting Started.For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/191

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    Ministering to Those who Identify as LGBTQ with Charlie Bird

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 45:36


    How can we show up with compassion, understanding, and Christlike love? Tune in as we discuss ways to create a space where everyone feels seen, valued, and supported.For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/190

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    Navigating Interactions with Someone Who Has Narcissistic Traits

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 11:19


    Being Christlike doesn't mean tolerating unhealthy behavior. Tune in to learn how to navigate these relationships with wisdom and faith.For all the links from this episode and more mental health resources, click the link below!https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/189

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    Supporting Someone Who Has Left The Church with the Sister Connection

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 44:35


    Click the link below for the show notes.https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/188

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    Supporting a Loved One with a Pornography Addiction with Steven Shields

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 54:45


    Click the link below for the show notes.https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/187

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    Learning Mental Health Skills Through a Spiritual Lens with the Sister Connection

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 44:50


    Click the link below for the show notes.https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/186

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    Revelation: The Secret Ingredient to Your Mental Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 13:29


    Click the link below for the show notes.https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/185

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    Why Mental Health Challenges Can Interfere with Thinking Celestially

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 15:28


    Click the link below for the show notes.https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/184

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    3 Simple Ways to Study the Gospel as a Family with Kristen Walker Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 32:34


    Click the link below for the show notes.https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/183

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    When and How to Have "THE Talk” with Your Kids with Guest Tammy Hill LMFT

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 34:30


    Click the link below for the show notes.https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/182

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    Questions for a Gay Latter-day Saint with Ben Schilaty

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 42:42


    Click the link below for the show notes.https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/181

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    Dealing with Difficult People with Braeden Jensen

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 39:40


    Click the link below for the show notes.https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/180

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    Combating Seasonal Depression

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 11:38


    Click the link below for the show notes.https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/179

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    Using Christ as an Anchor for Your Mental Health with Jon Nash LCMHC

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 23:39


    Click the link below for the show notes.https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/178

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    Is Codependency Hurting Your Discipleship? with Nick Galieti

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 51:41


    Click the link below for the show notes.https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/177

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    5 Ways to Be Mentally Strong

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 9:22


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/176

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    3 Ways to Use the Sabbath as a Self-Care Day with Dr. Dodoni

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 33:28


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/175 Today I am joined by Dr. Fred Dodini. He is a therapist, life coach and family life educator who recently published a book entitled, Shine Brighter: Choosing a Life of Greater Clarity, Purpose.Join us on the podcast as we discuss 3 ways to use the Sabbath as a SELF-CARE day and how you can maximize your potential and become your best and most productive self. 

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    Self Compassion: Giving Yourself Grace Not Guilt with Rachel Thornton LCSW

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 32:16


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/174

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    5 Self-Care Essentials

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 11:08


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/173https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/skills-deck

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    Fortify Your Mental Health for Future Challenges

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 11:51


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/172LDS Mental Health Skills Deckhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/skills-deck

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    Creating Holy Habits in Your Family with Priscilla Davis

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 29:59


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/171https://www.instagram.com/shesharesgoodness?igsh=aWcyOGp0cmZkNXYx

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    170. Family Habits that Support Mental Health With Lisa Valentine Clark

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 31:43


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/170Connect with Lisa Valentine Clark on the Lisa Show herehttps://www.instagram.com/thelisashow/https://www.instagram.com/yourfunnyvalentine/Grab your copy of Lisa's book Real Mom's Making up as We Gohttps://amzn.to/3xlaMKZ

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    Scrupulosity: Managing Intrusive Thoughts About Faith with Claire Breedlove

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 36:35


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/169Resources from Claire Breedlovehttps://www.mountainhomeocd.com/

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    Helping the Youth of the Church with Mental Illness with Dr. Kyle Jones

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 29:36


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/168LDS Mental Health Skills Deckhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/skills-deckhttps://kylebradfordjones.com/

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    Unpopular Opinion from a Therapist: Therapy Doesn't “Fix” You

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 11:57


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/167LDS Mental Health Skills Deckhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/skills-deck

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    Unpopular Opinion from a Therapist: Gaining Self Confidence Is a Waste of Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 12:27


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/166LDS Mental Health Skills Deckhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/skills-deck

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    Unpopular Opinion from a Therapist: Working on Self Esteem Isn't Necessary

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 13:47


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/165LDS Mental Health Skills Deckhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/skills-deck

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    7 Signs Your Mental Health Could Use a Boost

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 11:47


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link below.https://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/164LDS Mental Health Skills Membershiphttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/LDS-Mental-Health-Skills

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    The Secret to Becoming Mentally Strong

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 9:48


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/163Register for the Hear Him in the Chaos Classhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/hearhim

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    Supporting a Loved with a Mental Health Challenge with Ember Pilate

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 45:16


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/162

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    Prioritizing Your Mental Health When There's so Many Priorities with Hilda Dunford

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 21:50


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/161

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    Healing from Grief and Trauma Through the Savior with Jennie Moss

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 41:38


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/160

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    Finding Mental Health in the Scriptures: Connecting to the Ultimate Counselor with Uliti Fanguopo

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 50:19


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/159

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    Preparing Your Kids for Conflict, Unkindness and Rejection with Brooke Romney

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 25:38


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/158

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    Preparing Your Kids to Deal with Stress and Overwhelm with Katrina from Deliberate Family

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2024 34:39


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/157

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    Preparing Your Kids for Making Hard Choices with the Scriptures with Cali Black

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2024 38:23


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/156

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    Preparing Your Kid's Mental Health for a Mission with Noelle Pikus Pace

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 41:50


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/155

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    154. When People Break/Push Your Boundaries

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 12:05


    Welcome to the LDS Mental Health Podcast. You can find more information on this episode and the many resources offered by Niki Olsen Coaching with the link belowhttps://www.nikiolsencoaching.com/blog/154

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