In this episode, I'm joined by Sophia Galano, LCSW, to talk about anxiety across the lifespan—how it shows up differently in kids, teens, and adults, and how parents, caregivers, and loved ones can best offer support. Sophia is the author of Calming Teenage Anxiety: A Parent's Guide to Helping Your Teenager Cope with Worry, where she shares practical, compassionate strategies for parents in supporting teens to navigate anxiety.

Sophia’s website: https://sophiagalano.com/

Sophia’s book link “Calming Teenage Anxiety: A Parent’s Guide to Helping Your Teenager Cope with Worry” : https://www.amazon.com/dp/1961293382?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback

Jordan’s Website: https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com

Jordan’s Book: “Anxiety In My Body” https://www.amazon.com/Anxiety-My-Body-Jordan-Long/dp/B0DX18Y4GZ/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0

Instagram: @just_therapist_things

E-Guides: ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things

#therapy #therapypodcast #anxietypodcast #podcastfortherapists #podcastformentalhealth #mentalhealthandwellness #medicalfamilytherapy #psychooncology #grieftherapy

#spotifypodcast #spotifyforpodcasters #applepodcasts #amazonpodcasts #newepisode #therapypodcast #podcastersofinstagram #mentalhealth #foryoupage #podcastsofinstagram #podcastrecommendation #wellnesspodcast #mentalhealthpodcast #therapyworks #cancertherapy #anxietydisorderpodcast #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthcounseling #podcastshow #mindfulnessquotes #brainhealthpodcast #psychology #mentalhealthisimportant #psychooncology #podcastsguests #counselingpodcast #counseling #newepisode #podcastinglife

This episode details what support groups are, why they are meaningful, and specific examples of life changing moments that I have been witness to as a support group leader. In this episode, I use knowledge and experience from my four years at Cancer Support Community. All personal stories are altered to protect confidentiality.

Cancer Support Community resource:

https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org

Nationwide support group resources:

https://www.mhanational.org/find-support-groups

https://www.nami.org/support-education/support-groups/

https://adaa.org/find-help/support/support-groups

*This episode is simply for information and entertainment purposes. This episode is not a substitute for therapy.

My practice: https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com

Instagram: @just_therapist_things

E-Guides: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things

#spotifypodcast #spotifyforpodcasters #applepodcasts #amazonpodcasts #newepisode #therapypodcast #podcastersofinstagram #mentalhealth #foryoupage #podcastsofinstagram #podcastrecommendation #wellnesspodcast #mentalhealthpodcast #therapyworks #cancertherapy #anxietydisorderpodcast #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthcounseling #podcastshow #mindfulnessquotes #brainhealthpodcast #psychology #mentalhealthisimportant #psychooncology #growthquotes #dopeshitmytherapistsays #podcastsguests #counselingpodcast #selfawareness #keepitreal #counseling #newepisode #podcastinglife

Trigger warning: suicide, death, and grief.

In honor of September being Suicide Awareness Month, this episode spreads awareness regarding suicidal ideation specifically when it comes to people who are affected by chronic health conditions. This episode discusses suicide awareness and prevalence generally, important language when discussing suicide, suicidal ideation specifically related to chronic illness, and supportive resources and tools.

For any type of suicidal ideation, it is necessary to take it seriously, assess for intent and plan, establish protective factors, a safety plan, and take safety measures if warranted.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call 911 or 988.

This is not a substitute for therapy, or substitute for a safety intervention.

You are never alone.

Resources:

Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/

Didi Hirsch Suicide Prevention: https://didihirsch.org

Peer to peer support: https://www.intandemhealth.net

Cancer Support Groups by state: https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org

Chronic illness and rare disease Support Groups: https://www.thecenterforchronicillness.org/programs