Addy Diaz is a Masters Level Clinician seeking advanced licensure as a Licensed Practicing Clinical Counselor (LPCC). Addy holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND. She received her undergraduate degree in Communications from Northern State University in Aberdeen, SD. Addy is passionate about integrating the truths of the Christian faith and the realities of mental health for a holistic understanding of the person. In her free time, Addy enjoys spending time with friends, brewing kombucha, gardening, and playing music. 

Alex is Catholic, a husband and a father of four. He is also a Counselor with the Ruah Woods Institute and has twelve years of clinical experience, working to serve the needs of individuals in various settings, including private practice, community outpatient services, intensive youth rehabilitation, hospital chaplaincy, and collegiate sport performance. Alex holds credentials as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with training supervision designation (LPCC-S) in Ohio and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Indiana.

Andy is an experienced presenter, writer, podcaster, musician, and missionary leader. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Theology and Catechetics from Franciscan University of Steubenville and a Master's degree in Theology from the Augustine Institute. For 12 years, he worked with FOCUS, the Marriage Tribunal of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, and NET Ministries. He is a talented musician and worship leader, having led music at SEEK Conference among many other events. He produced the podcasts Mental the Podcast and Though They Die, which he also co-hosted. Andy is available to speak on such topics as prayer, Scripture, the Mass, the Catechism, worship, mission, and discipleship.

Art Bennett has a B.A. in philosophy and an M.A. in counseling psychology from Santa Clara University. He has co-authored three books on temperament and 6 books altogether with Laraine and is a licensed (California and Virginia) Marriage and Family Therapist with more than 35 years of clinical experience, currently practicing at Bennett Consulting and Therapy, LLC. For ten years, he was President and CEO of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Arlington; he was co-founder and Director of the Alpha Omega Clinics in Northern Virginia and Maryland for 8 years; and Vice President on international mental health with SAIC for 15 years.

Ben is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, receiving his Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of St. Thomas in Philosophy and Catholic Studies. His clinical experience includes working with couples, families - including parenting sessions for kids/teens - and working with individual clients. He has experience in working with families in crisis, men struggling with anger and relationships, people who have experienced trauma, and emerging adults. Ben has also worked extensively in pastoral settings with young men - teenagers and young adults. Ben lives in the St. Paul, Minnesota area with his wife and two kids. His ideal day would be watching a baseball game on a summer afternoon or on a hike with his family.

Bishop James Conley has been the bishop of the Diocese of Lincoln, Nebraska since 2012, where his episcopal motto is "cor ad cor loquitur" ("heart speaks to heart"). Bishop Conley was ordained a priest in 1985 and has served at the Vatican and as auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Denver prior to his current assignment. In 2024, he shared A Future With Hope, his pastoral letter on mental health.

Dr. Julia Sadusky is a licensed clinical psychologist and the owner of a private practice in Littleton, CO. She is also an author, consultant, speaker, and adjunct professor. Dr. Sadusky has done extensive research and clinical work in sexual and gender development and specializes in trauma-informed care. She earned a bachelor's degree from Ave Maria University and a master's degree and doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Regent University. She has authored several books around human sexuality, with her most recent two-book series entitled, "Start Talking to Your Kids about Sex: A Practical Guide for Catholics" (Ave Maria Press, 2023) and "Talking with Your Teen about Sex: A Practical Guide for Catholics (Ave Maria Press, 2024). 

Fr Angelus Montgomery, CFR, a Nebraska native, is a priest with the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal, currently serving as the community’s Vocation Director at Joseph Friary in Harlem, New York. Along with his duties in helping young men in their discernment, he is involved with the Community’s outreach to the poor and vulnerable, and also is co-host of the Poco a Poco Podcast, produced by the CFR’s. Fr. Angelus’s heart is filled with gratitude to God for the gift of being a Franciscan priest and spiritual Father.

Fr. Nathan LaLiberte is a Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of St. Paul & Minneapolis. He currently serves as the chaplain of St. Mary's University of Minnesota (Minneapolis) and is pursuing his Master of Arts in Counseling and Psychological Services at the university.

Isaac Wicker is a Catholic therapist, speaker, and content creator with a decade of mental health experience. Outside of his therapy work, he founded and runs two online Catholic programs for integrating faith and mental health: Whole Human Challenge, a 7-week Catholic challenge to uproot anxiety and enliven faith; and KNOWN: Embraced by the Heart of the Father, a 12-week online Catholic journey to heal wounded relationships with God the Father. You can follow his instagram @knownbythefather and find him on YouTube @wholehumanpsychology. Isaac lives in Minnesota with his wife and three boys.

John is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. He holds a Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota and has a bachelor's degree in Philosophy and Catholic Studies from the University of St. Thomas. John’s clinical experience includes working with couples, families, and individuals. He has experience working with men struggling with anger, families with difficult relationship dynamics, people with trauma, individuals with anxiety and depression, struggles regarding sexuality, and emerging adults. John welcomes integration of faith in understanding and addressing mental health needs. In the other parts of John’s life, he is first and foremost a Catholic, a husband, and a father. He loves the great outdoors and has an ever-growing list of hobbies ranging from waterskiing to rock collecting. He cherishes spending quality time with his family and friends and is always up for an adventure!  

Laraine Bennett has a B.A. in philosophy from Santa Clara University and an M.A. in philosophy from the University of California, Santa Barbara. She created the brand-new game, Know Thyself! The Game of Temperaments (Sophia Institute Press, 2022) and has written two solo books, The Little Way of Living with Less: Learning to Let Go with the Little Flower (Sophia Institute Press, 2022) and A Year of Grace: 365 Reflections for Caregivers (OSV, 2014). 

Rachel Balducci is a cohost of The Gist, a talk show for women on CatholicTV, and teaches journalism at Augusta University. She is the author of Make My Life Simple: Bringing Peace to Heart and Home and How Do You Tuck in a Superhero and Other Delightful Mysteries of Raising Boys. Rachel and her husband, Paul, live in Georgia and have five sons and one daughter.

Shannon directs more than programs. She's nurturing relationships and developing community. Shannon graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with degrees in Social Welfare and Gender & Women's Studies.  She has fallen for men and for women, but ultimately she fell for the beauty of Christ and His Church. Prior to founding Eden Invitation, Shannon worked in college campus ministry with The Evangelical Catholic and Brew City Catholic. If you're looking for her, try the shore of the nearest body of water. She’ll be in a hammock.