Episode 62 | Parents & Kids: Talking About Mental Health

One of my most frequently asked questions on social media from adolescents is "How can I ask my parent for therapy?" In this episode of Psych Talk, I talk all about mental health conversations between children and guardians. I discuss how parents and guardians can support their kids' mental health by cultivating an environment that will make their child feel comfortable to reach out for support if they need it through normalizing conversations about mental health. I provide different tips on how guardians can integrate mental health conversations in their every day life and model identifying and labeling emotions for children. I also discuss ways children and teens can reach out to their guardians and ask for help, specifically surrounding going to therapy, and provide different scenarios regarding their guardian's responses and how to respond. Finally, I discuss how guardians can be supportive and validating in their responses if their child does come to them about their mental health or wanting to seek therapy. My hope for this episode is that it lays some groundwork for anyone who interacts with children and adolescents on how to normalize conversations around mental health. Ways to Work With Me: Mind Over Matter LGBTQ+ Affirming Masterclass Be a guest on my podcast Resources: Value Aligned 2021 Journal Anti-Racism Resources LGBTQ+ Affirming Resources The Helping Professional's Guide to Boundary Setting Connect with Me: Follow me on IG @jessicaleighphd. Follow me on TikTok @jessicaleighphd Join my Facebook community: Grow Through What You Go Through Sponsors & Collaborations: BetterHelp DiveThru Website DiveThru App Intro/Outro Music: Life of Riley by Kevin MacLeod Music License Awakening Together, Relaxing into Happiness with William Cooper, M.Th., LPC Experience Awakening....Relaxing into your Being and, therefore, Happiness. William has... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show