<p>This paper proposes a pastoral framework grounded in Pope Francis’s concept of the culture of encounter, first articulated in his Morning Meditation in the Chapel of the Domus Sanctae Marthae on September 13, 2016, and further developed in later documents. The culture of encounter emphasizes openness, empathy, and dialogue, calling the faithful to transcend indifference and build authentic relationships marked by mutual recognition and care. Using the see-judge-act method, this study addresses the pastoral accompaniment of youth suffering from depression. In the “See” section, it examines the origins, complexity, and rising incidence of depression among youth, highlighting its profound effects on well-being through statistical data and psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual analysis. The “Judge” section interprets these realities through Pope Francis’s call to Christ-centered encounter, where pastoral care is shaped by presence, compassion, and solidarity. Finally, the “Act” section proposes a model of accompaniment that integrates clinical awareness with pastoral sensitivity, fostering healing relationships and renewing hope. By drawing from the culture of encounter and the see-judge-act approach, the paper invites the Church to respond to the youth mental health crisis with mercy and synodal solidarity, forming communities that are safe, supportive, and life-giving.</p>