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Hope for the Mind is a faith-informed psychology podcast exploring the human mind through both psychological insight and biblical truth—without shallow answers, stigma, or reductionist labels.
Through real conversations, thoughtful analysis, and occasional interviews with therapists, counselors, and individuals sharing their lived experiences, the podcast examines topics such as trauma, mental health, neurodiversity, addiction, abuse, identity, and suffering. Each episode challenges popular psychological narratives where needed, affirms what aligns with God’s design, and invites listeners to think deeply about what it means to be whole—mind, body, and spirit.
This is not a therapy session or a self-help show.
It is a space for intellectual honesty, respectful tension, and faith that does not avoid psychological reality.
Hosted by Kristin Ontiveros, who holds a BS in Psychology, an MA in Human Services Counseling, and is currently completing an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Hope for the Mind exists for listeners who are tired of psychology divorced from God—and faith that refuses to engage the mind.
New episodes release weekly, offering reflective, research-informed conversations rooted in Scripture and grounded in real life.
If you’re seeking understanding over platitudes and hope that honors both faith and reason, you’re in the right place.
Episodes
Thursday May 01, 2025
Thursday May 01, 2025
Forgiveness isn’t always a peaceful process—it’s a battle. A battle between pain and healing, justice and mercy, memory and release. In this episode, we dive into the emotional and psychological warfare that comes with choosing to forgive someone who hurt you. Why does it feel like surrender? Is it really possible to forgive without forgetting? And how can we make peace with the parts of us that still bleed long after the offense? Join us as we unpack the struggle, the scars, and the strength it takes to walk the hard road of forgiveness—with both biblical truth and psychological insight guiding the way.
1 years ago
Thank you! Forgiveness is probably the hardest thing but it truly comes with peace!
1 years ago
I had to forgive my first late husband of 20 years for the beatings that I took from him before He Passed Away. We were finally on talking terms and we forgave one another.
1 years ago
I am digesting every word that you say! I love your knowledge