What Your College Student Isn’t Telling You — A Psychologist Pulls Back the Curtain on Campus Mental Health - Ep#159

You survived the drop-off. Now comes the harder part — not knowing. In this episode, licensed psychologist Dr. Rachel Daltry, who has spent 15+ years working inside a university counseling center, gives parents an honest, compassionate look at what college students are really going through — and how you can show up for them without taking over.In This Episode, You’ll DiscoverWhat’s actually normal during a student’s first weeks and months at college (and when to be concerned)The warning signs of struggle that are easy to miss when you’re not there every dayHow to set communication expectations that work for both of you — without the guiltWhy the “catastrophizing” pattern after one bad grade is real, widespread, and something you can help preventHow to shift from “fixer” to “coach” — and why your student needs you to make that shiftWhat campus counseling centers can and cannot share with parents (FERPA explained simply)The single most important thing Dr. Rachel wants every parent to hear before drop-offAbout Dr. Rachel DaltryDr. Rachel Daltry is a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of experience working inside university counseling centers, including West Chester University. She specializes in supporting college students through mental health challenges, transitions, and academic stress — and has a rare ability to translate what students are feeling into language parents can actually hear and use.Resources & Links MentionedShift for Moms — From Fixer to Coach HEREConnect with JodiWebsite: jodisilverman.comInstagram: @jodi_silvermanMoms Who Dare Facebook CommunitySend me a quick note/message- what stood out in this episode! 🎙️ You've been listening to me—now I want to meet YOU.  Join me on Substack, where Dare On goes beyond the podcast. We're having real conversations about midlife, what's next, the things we're struggling with, and the lives we still want to create. You'll find live gatherings, connection, encouragement. Subscribe for FREE and come introduce yourself HEREI can't wait to meet Subscribe to my Substack HEREStep into the Dare On Circle HERE