Meeting People Where They Are: Mental Health in Student Affairs Leadership

In this eye-opening episode of The Dean's Roundtable, host Bridget Johnson explores the weight of invisible battles that impact our professional and personal lives. Featuring Dr. George James, renowned therapist and CEO of George Talks, and award-winning filmmaker Malachi Rivers, creator of the acclaimed series "Moments." Through candid conversation, our guests unpack how hidden struggles affect workplace dynamics, leadership, and community building in educational settings. Dr. James shares clinical insights on creating psychologically safe spaces, while Rivers brings powerful perspective through his groundbreaking work exploring mental health narratives in "Moments." Whether you're a student affairs professional, educator, or leader, this episode offers valuable strategies for supporting those dealing with unseen challenges while managing your own. Join us for an authentic discussion about mental health awareness, professional responsibilities, and the importance of empathy in building stronger educational communities. Episode highlights: Creating safe spaces for vulnerability Managing personal challenges in professional settings Supporting staff and students through invisible battles Practical leadership strategies for mental health awareness Duration: 1:01:11 Join the Deans' Roundtable Community: https://bit.ly/drt-community-profile Check out Deans' Roundtable "Office Hours": https://bit.ly/drt-eventbrite LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/deans-roundtable Connect with Bridget Johnson: [email protected] Connect with Malachi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/malachirivers/ Watch "Moments" on Vimeo: "Stretch Marks" - https://vimeo.com/929732632/942eb5a197 "Rebirth" - https://vimeo.com/929386924/365292073f "Nobody Knows" - https://vimeo.com/930082700/4a979a12ed Learn more about Dr. James's talks: https://www.georgetalks.com/ Connect with Dr. James: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetalks/