Faith, Formation & Mental Health: A Conversation with Fr. Etienne Huard

In this deeply insightful episode, I speak with Fr. Etienne Huard of Conception Abbey—Instructor of Theology, Scripture, and Psychology, and Director of the Propaedeutic Stage of formation at Conception Seminary College. Fr. Etienne offers a powerful perspective on the intersection of faith and psychology, and how integrating the two can lead to greater mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.   He shares his personal insights on what is truly needed in today’s world for forming young men—especially amidst rising challenges with mental health. We explore how Conception Seminary is intentionally building a culture of mindfulness and resilience to support its seminarians and why this approach is so essential in shaping the next generation of spiritual leaders.   A trailblazer in this work, Fr. Etienne leads with wisdom, compassion, and vision. Whether you're in ministry, education, or simply seeking to understand how faith can support mental health, this episode offers profound takeaways you won’t want to miss.