Episode 975: Embracing change - How to accept help w/ Dr. Brendan Guarino

Dr. Brendan Guarino is a licensed counselor specializing in treatment for athletes and first responders at Baker Street Behavioral Health. He shares how to help those experiencing mental health problems & how to embrace help. ----- 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:13:01 Teaser 00:01:13:01 - 00:02:18:17 Intro 00:02:18:17 - 00:06:18:29 Brendan’s background 00:06:18:29 - 00:09:42:05 What did Brendan find interesting about working with first responders? 00:09:42:05 - 00:19:34:13 How to handle mental health in law enforcement 00:19:34:13 - 00:31:46:02 Dealing with change & pain 00:31:46:02 - 00:35:43:11 The stigma surrounding mental health & medication 00:35:43:11 - 00:36:07:19 Midroll 00:36:07:19 - 00:46:27:28 How to help & how to accept help 00:46:27:28 - 00:55:22:02 Patience, pressure, & purpose 00:55:22:02 - 00:59:22:21 What to consider when seeking professional help 00:59:22:21 - 01:01:05:09 Outro