Chronic Illness and Mental Health: Hope with Jenna Udenberg

Jenna Udenberg discusses chronic illness, disability advocacy, accessibility, depression, faith, community support, and hope through mental health struggles.In this episode of Overcome with Travis White, the conversation brings the topic into real life with honesty, practical insight, and a reminder that healing and growth are possible.Jenna Udenberg discusses the challenges of managing mental health while living with a chronic illness, sharing personal experiences and coping strategies. Travis White speaks to Jenna Udenberg about managing mental health amidst chronic illness in this moving episode of Overcome: A Mental Health Podcast. A disability advocate, author, and 2020 Bush Fellow, Jenna was diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis at age 7 and began using a wheelchair by 8. She opens up about her journey through chronic pain, suicidal ideation, identity, and spiritual renewal. Together, they explore the intersection of disability and depression, the role of faith in healing, and the power of purpose through adversity. Whether you're navigating your own mental health challenges or want to better understand the emotional impact of chronic illness, this candid conversation offers both insight and hope. 🔹 Topics Covered:Mental health in the disability communityCoping with chronic illness and medical traumaFinding faith in dark momentsBreaking the stigma around counseling and therapyBuilding accessible communities through education and empathy Let’s end the stigma, support each other, and make mental health a priority. 🔗 Learn more about Jenna's work: aboveandbeyondwithu.orgFollow Jenna:FacebookInstagramLinkedIn Get Travis White's coloring book here: https://a.co/d/05Bl6CQRVisit Blog:https://overcomepod.comWorkbook:https://overcome68.gumroad.com/l/you-are-not-broken-workbookShop Merch:https://www.etsy.com/shop/OvercomeMentalHealthFollow Overcome - a Mental Health PodcastInstagram: @overcomepodYoutube:  @overcomepodListen to usSpotifyApple PodcastsWant to have a real conversation about your mental health? Fill out this form!