Patron Saint of mental health professionals

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Saint Dymphna is the patron saint of mental health professionals.

Saint Dymphna

Feast: May 30

Saint Dymphna, also known as Dympna, Dimpna, or Dympne, was born in Ireland to a pagan Irish chieftain named Damon and a devout Christian mother whose name has been lost to history. Tragically, her...

Prayer for the Intercession of Saint Dymphna

Dear Saint Dymphna, you who have been chosen as patron of mental health professionals, we humbly ask for your intercession before our Lord. Guide and protect all those who seek your help in matters of mental health professionals. Through your holy example, help us to grow in faith and virtue. Amen.

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