Meadows Behavioral Healthcare
Meadows Behavioral Healthcare
S6 E5: Mike Gurr on Navigating Parenting
S6 E5: Mike Gurr on Navigating Parenting
S6 E5: Mike Gurr on Navigating Parenting
Friday 17th November 2023
Mike Gurr from Meadows Adolescent Center shares insights on supporting teens with mental health issues through therapy and family engagement.
34 minutes
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Recovery from Trauma
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Professional treatment options for teenagers struggling with mental health issues
- Importance of family engagement and individualized care in the treatment journey
- Impactful stories demonstrating potential for transformation and healing
- Insights into assessments and protocols for supporting teens with anxiety, depression, and self-harm
- In-depth conversation with Mike Gurr, Executive Director of Meadows Adolescent Center
Change is possible, right? I want to give you hope or there was probably, there was no hope, right? There was hopelessness. I want parents to feel like this is a place where change can happen, where healing can take place, because that's really what I'm super excited about as a clinician.
Raising teenagers is tough enough, but when mental health issues enter the picture, it can feel downright overwhelming. In this episode of 'Beyond Theory', Mike Gurr, Executive Director of the Meadows Adolescent Center, offers a lifeline to parents navigating these choppy waters. Mike breaks down the various professional treatment options available, including therapy and residential programs, that provide trauma-informed care tailored to each teen's needs.
He delves into the specific assessments and protocols they use to support teens grappling with anxiety, depression, and self-harm. What makes this episode particularly engaging is Mike's emphasis on family involvement. He shares heartwarming stories of transformation that highlight not just the healing of the adolescent, but the positive ripple effects on the entire family. You'll hear about the ups and downs of the parenting journey and how professional guidance can make a world of difference.
Whether you're a parent struggling to find the right support for your teen or someone interested in understanding more about adolescent mental health, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Tune in to learn how individualized care and family engagement can pave the way for transformative change.