United Way of Northwest Vermont’s Mental Health Initiative prioritizes: Workforce Development, Suicide Prevention and Youth Mental Health.

United Ways across the country do some great work around Mental Health advocacy. Our guest: Steven Berbeco, from United Way of NW Vermont.

But the reality is that we probably all do a pretty good job of wearing that mask that says we are ok when deep down we really aren’t.

I am a 31 year old graduate student studying Computer Science Education and I also have Bipolar I disorder.

Dawn and I launched this twice a month show in order to help reduce the stigma associated with mental health.

For me, my community support has been online, through livestream productions, emails, texts and viewer comments.

The biggest take away for me this week is to continue to help inform people of the importance of seeking out help if you are suffering.

Working as a psychologist in schools and in clinics, I am aware of the myriad of community supports available and the difference they make.

This episode will focus on the importance of community support for people with mental health challenges / developmental disabilities.

Finding that thing (or things) in our lives that makes us feel better when we're struggling is an important aspect of self-love and wellness

I think I get overwhelmed thinking about the possibilities. Self-care is absolutely important. But where do I start?

When I am out on my walks…I let everything flow and things just develop right in front of me as I am observing and absorbing nature.

Steffen will share how he has found Nature walks, particularly with his camera in hand, to be great for his mental health.

Everyone has the right to choose what works best for them. I continue to practice mindfulness, grounding and breathing.

There are pros and cons to online versus in-person therapy. Some people might need one or the other. I’ve actually benefited from both.

Prior to COVID-19, I only provided counseling services in-person. My impressions of telehealth were neutral to negative. That's changed.

Grace began seeing patients online during the pandemic. This episode will focus on the pros and cons of in-person vs. online therapy.

Struggling to find the right fit with the right person can be challenging and defeating, but mental wellness is vital to well-being.

Although I was never embarrassed about going to therapy, I also never volunteered the information and kept it private for almost 30 years.

In the years since my formal diagnosis, I have come to realize how anxiety and depression have always been present.