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Get In The Herd with Nathan Mitchell Mental Health Awareness Month with Barbara Mardigian and Alden Gregory
Get In The Herd with Nathan Mitchell Mental Health Awareness Month with Barbara Mardigian and Alden Gregory
Get In The Herd with Nathan Mitchell Mental Health Awareness Month with Barbara Mardigian and Alden Gregory
Wednesday 6th May 2020
Barbara Mardigian and Alden Gregory share insights on breaking mental health stigma and the benefits of therapy in 'Get In The Herd'.
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Get the buttons here!Mental Health Matters: Insights with Barbara Mardigian and Alden Gregory
I think in a role as a therapist or as a mental health counselor, or in recovery, working with other people, there's that urge and tendency to want to fix problems for people and want to make it better.
Mental Health Awareness Month brings an essential conversation to the forefront in this episode of 'Get In The Herd'. Host Nathan Mitchell sits down with Barbara Mardigian, a licensed professional counselor, and Alden Gregory, a therapy coordinator, to discuss breaking the stigma around mental health. Barbara, who works with the Virginia Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program, shares her experiences addressing the unique challenges women face in the legal profession.
She emphasizes the importance of seeking therapy and recovery programs without fear of judgment or labels. Alden, from Verity Psychiatry, opens up about process addictions and highlights the need for self-care and setting boundaries. He also discusses how technology, like FaceTime supervision, can help maintain connections during stressful times, especially in the age of COVID-19. A key topic in this episode is the Eighth Tradition, which underscores the importance of anonymity in recovery.
Barbara shares how maintaining professional boundaries helps her stay grounded while supporting others in their recovery journeys. Both guests provide personal anecdotes and reflections, making the conversation relatable and engaging. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the importance of mental health awareness and the benefits of seeking help. Tune in to learn how breaking the stigma can lead to a healthier, more supportive community.