Christian Author & Mental Health Advocate
Hey there,
I’m Felicia Joy
I share biblical hope and practical support for your mental health journey, so you can experience God’s presence, even in the mess.
I know what it’s like to love Jesus… but still feel anxious. To believe in God… but feel so sad that you can’t get out of bed. To want to be closer to him… but feel like maybe he’s forgotten you.
If you’ve ever wondered, “Why do I still feel this way?” then you’re not alone. And if you’ve ever been met with “just pray more,” or “let go and let God,” then I understand your frustration.
Together, we’ll throw off the clichés and embrace the God who loves us, even in the mess.
I didn’t always have this hope.
My struggle with anxiety and depression started when I was 16 years old. I prayed, I read my Bible, and I tried to push through the pain. But it didn’t help when people said, “give your anxiety to God” or “just pray and you’ll be healed!”
At 27 years old, I wanted to give up. My mental health had spiraled out of control. I couldn’t function on a day-to-day basis. I didn’t know how to trust God anymore.
I genuinely didn’t think I could survive this.
Healing came slowly.
Scared out of my mind, I quit my full-time job, paused my online ministry, and desperately sought out help.
It took an entire year of focusing on caring for my mind, body, and soul before I could function again.
This healing came through:
• Therapy sessions
• Antidepressants and mood stabilizers
• Learning healthy coping skills
• Processing past trauma
• Safe family and friends
• Caring for my body (rest, movement, nourishment)
• Replacing lies with truth
• Honest conversations with God
Not overnight. Not perfectly. But slowly, I began to heal.
Now I share the hope I have with you.
I still struggle with my mental health, but now I have hope that another day is another miracle. Hope that God doesn’t waste a single ounce of our pain. Hope that we’ve been given tools and safe people who can help us heal.
If you find yourself doubting, trying to trust God, or struggling with your mental health, you’re not alone.
You don’t need more Christian clichés; you need real support. That’s why I’m here—to walk with you on your mental health journey, one slow step at a time.
Just for fun
CHICAGO DWELLER
I live near Chicago with my sweet husband, Rich.
DOG AND BUNNY LOVER
My house is a zoo filled with two dogs and two bunnies!
ICED LATTE DRINKER
Call me obsessed… most days, I have at least two.
RECOVERING SUCCULENT KILLER
I love succulents, but they don’t love me.
DEEP FEELER
Empathizing is one of my greatest gifts.
My gift to you…
freebies for your faith and mental health
Whether you’re feeling distant from God or you’re exhausted from your mental health struggles, these free resources were created to help you fall deeper in love with Jesus and start your healing journey. Download a freebie (or two) below.
Deepen your faith
7 Conversations with Jesus | FREE PDF
For when you need to reconnect with Jesus.
Imagine sitting next to Jesus and sharing your spiraling thoughts. Your biggest doubts. Your deepest sin. What would Jesus say to you? Read these seven Scripture-inspired conversations.
Be kind to your mind
Mini Anxiety Toolkit | FREE PDF
For when you need tools for your mental health.
Get practical help for your anxiety from a faith-based perspective. With mood tracking, grounding exercises, and biblical encouragement, I personally used this guide to start my own healing journey.