Catholicism and Psychology: Faith, Emotions, and Mental Health

Catholic psychologist Greg Bottaro, founder of the CatholicPsych Institute, delves into the profound connection between faith, science, and human vulnerability. In this episode, he explores the Catholic Church’s evolving understanding of the human person, the relationship between faith and mental health, and how our emotions and relationships mirror God’s design. He also discusses the Church’s role in mental health conversations, the impact of seasonal depression, and the importance of emotional growth in deepening our faith. Thoughtful, authentic, and inspiring—this is a conversation you won’t want to miss!

Dr. Greg Bottaro is a Catholic psychologist, founder of the CatholicPsych Institute and creator of the CatholicPsych Model of Applied Personalism (CPMAP). Before he was married, he was a Franciscan Friar for 4 years under the mentorship of Fr. Benedict Groeschel. He's now married with 7 kids under 11.