The Catholic Couch
The Catholic Couch is the official podcast of the Catholic Counseling Institute, where Catholic faith and psychological science meet real life. Hosted by licensed Catholic therapist Amber Pilkington, this podcast explores the intersection of theology, mental health, and human relationships.
Each episode offers practical tools, grounded in Church teaching and peer-reviewed research, on topics like marriage, boundaries, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, parenting, trauma, forgiveness, and healing.
This is not therapy. This is faithful, formative support—so you can grow in clarity, peace, and purpose.
Pull up a seat. There's a place here for you.
The Catholic Couch
The Catholic Couch Trailer
Welcome to The Catholic Couch—the official podcast of the Catholic Counseling Institute.
Hosted by Catholic therapist, wife, and mom Amber Pilkington, this podcast brings together the wisdom of the Catholic Church and the clarity of modern psychology to offer real tools for real life—on the ground, in real time.
Whether you're navigating intrusive thoughts and scrupulosity, Catholic parenting, marriage, boundaries, burnout, or just trying to keep your peace at 7:14 p.m. when the pasta’s boiling over and the kids are yelling upstairs—this podcast is here to help.
In this short trailer, you’ll hear what to expect from future episodes, who this podcast is for, and why this might become your new favorite place to exhale, regroup, and be reminded that you’re not alone.
✨ What you'll walk away with after each episode:
– Faithful, compassionate support
– Psychology-informed tools grounded in Church teaching
– Scripts, reframes, and steps you can actually use in the middle of real life
– Encouragement without pressure
If you’ve ever wished there was a Catholic podcast that spoke to the mess and the meaning of daily life, The Catholic Couch is for you.
Because here, we don’t preach at you.
We sit with you.
🛋️ Hit subscribe to join us—
There will always be a place for you on The Catholic Couch.
Disclaimer:
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional counseling, spiritual direction, or medical advice. While I’m a licensed Catholic therapist, I am not your therapist—and listening to this podcast does not create a therapeutic relationship.If you’re experiencing significant distress, please reach out to a licensed mental health provider in your area, your parish priest, or a trusted support resource. If you're in crisis, contact 988 or your local emergency services.The Catholic Counseling Institute exists to support women with resources that integrate faith and psychological insight. We’re here to walk with you, but we are not a crisis line or emergency care provider.