# Episode #264--"Healing and Hope through Faith: A Conversation on Anxiety, Trauma, and Spiritual Wellness with Catherine DiNuzzo"

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Podcast: [Say Yes to Holiness--Catholic Saints in Training](https://stenobird.com/podcast/say-yes-to-holiness-catholic-saints-in-training-544238)
Published: 2026-07-21T05:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Join us for an inspiring episode where Christina Semmens welcomes Catherine DiNuzzo, author of The Catholic Guide Through Anxiety . They explore how faith, prayer, and the sacraments serve as powerful tools in managing anxiety and trauma, emphasizing the importance of integrating Catholic teachings into mental health wellness. Discover how saints and Scripture provide models of healing and resilience, offering comfort and strength on your faith journey. Share Catherine’s transformative journey from aspiring teacher to Catholic mental health advocate The profound connection between faith, body, and mental health Why Catholic principles offer unique strategies for coping with anxiety The importance of integrating Scripture, prayer, and sacraments into healing Understanding trauma versus traumatic events with saints’ examples The significance of working through holes and wounds in our spiritual and emotional lives Practical resources: the companion workbook and its role in personal healing The power of surrender and trust in God’s plan, inspired by the Sacred Heart devotion The role of saints like Mary Magdalene and Ignatius of Loyola as guides in recovery How to combat stigma around mental health with faith-based approaches Personal stories of overcoming grief, trauma, and anxiety through prayer and community The importance of communication and understanding in supporting loved ones with anxiety 00:00 - Introduction: Faith and mental health in today’s world 01:16 - Catherine’s journey from teacher to Catholic mental health advocate 02:19 - The biology of anxiety and faith’s role in healing 03:40 - Faith and counseling: intertwined paths for wellness 04:41 - How Catholic mass incorporates sensory grounding strategies 05:48 - Why secular counseling lacks what the Church pr…

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