EPISODE · May 6, 2026 · 48 MIN
16: You’re Never Alone, Like Ever ft. my friend & School Psychologist, Jordan
from Short Story Long, Always · host ZealCast Studios
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re opening up the conversation of mental health and diving into one of the mental health professions that may not be as widely talked about. Today on the podcast, Elisa sits down with one of her closest friends, Jordan, for an honest look into the world of school psychology, student mental health, and the realities of supporting others through difficult seasons of life. Jordan shares what it’s really like working as a school psychologist in a large urban high school, supporting students through everything from anxiety, panic attacks, and friendship struggles to crisis intervention and mental health advocacy. Together, Elisa and Jordan unpack the misconceptions surrounding school psychology, the stigma around therapy and mental health, and why accessible support systems for teens matter now more than ever.The conversation also dives into Jordan’s personal story and how she discovered her passion for helping teens feel seen, heard, and supported. Along the way, they discuss compassion fatigue, burnout, imposter syndrome, grad school, and the importance of caring for your own mental health before you reach a breaking point.Whether you’re a parent, educator, student, or someone navigating your own mental wellness journey, this episode is full of honest perspective, encouragement, and reminders that you never have to go through hard things alone.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:If you or someone you love is going through a difficult time and need some extra support, please call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential mental health support.American Psychological Association Psychologist ListConnect with @ElisaUnscripted on Instagram Follow @ZealCastStudios on InstagramShort Story Long, Always is a ZealCast Studios Podcast: ZealCast Studios is a podcast management agency for passion-driven female creatives ready to amplify their messaging and leverage their brand through podcasting. If you are ready to step into your calling as a podcaster or are wanting to take your show to the next level, I invite you to reach out to ZealCast Studios for podcasting support. You can get started by going to www.zealcaststudios.com/get-started.
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In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re opening up the conversation of mental health and diving into one of the mental health professions that may not be as widely talked about. Today on the podcast, Elisa sits down with one of her closest friends, Jordan, for an honest look into the world of school psychology, student mental health, and the realities of supporting others through difficult seasons of life. Jordan shares what it’s really like working as a school psychologist in a large urban high school, supporting students through everything from anxiety, panic attacks, and friendship struggles to crisis intervention and mental health advocacy. Together, Elisa and Jordan unpack the misconceptions surrounding school psychology, the stigma around therapy and mental health, and why accessible support systems for teens matter now more than ever.The conversation also dives into Jordan’s personal story and how she discovered her passion for helping teens feel seen, heard, and supported. Along the way, they discuss compassion fatigue, burnout, imposter syndrome, grad school, and the importance of caring for your own mental health before you reach a breaking point.Whether you’re a parent, educator, student, or someone navigating your own mental wellness journey, this episode is full of honest perspective, encouragement, and reminders that you never have to go through hard things alone.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:If you or someone you love is going through a difficult time and need some extra support, please call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential mental health support.American Psychological Association Psychologist ListConnect with @ElisaUnscripted on Instagram Follow @ZealCastStudios on InstagramShort Story Long, Always is a ZealCast Studios Podcast: ZealCast Studios is a podcast management agency for passion-driven female creatives ready to amplify their messaging and leverage their brand through podcasting. If you are ready to step into your calling as a podcaster or are wanting to take your show to the next level, I invite you to reach out to ZealCast Studios for podcasting support. You can get started by going to www.zealcaststudios.com/get-started.
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