About Us

We’re Jared and Patricia Carter of Tucson, AZ—husband and wife for 20 years. We’re also parents to three growing boys, and we’re Christians who live with on going mental health challenges. Our experiences have taught us that living in isolation—feeling unknown and unseen, even while actively involved in a local church community—can add an unnecessary layer of burden and prolonged suffering. It took us decades from the onset of symptoms to receiving support.

We’re the founders of BLESS THIS BRAIN—whether it’s through networking with mental health professionals, story-telling, peer-support groups, or MHFA training—our goal is to reduce shame and encourage people to understand and talk about their own mental health struggles. We are especially passionate about equipping the Church in trauma and mental health awareness in order to create a culture of compassion and real health.