In Session

In this episode, we dive into the complexities of men’s mental health exploring what it means to create space for vulnerability and emotional expression, while also acknowledging how the perpetuation of toxic masculinity fuels a broader culture of violence, misogyny, and emotional suppression. We discuss how these systems harm everyone, including men themselves, and why healing must go hand-in-hand with accountability. This conversation challenges the idea that vulnerability and masculinity are at odds and calls on men to not only seek support, but to actively work to dismantle the systems that keep everyone oppressed. Check out some additional resources regarding men's mental health here. And remember, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis please call: Maine Crisis Hotline at 1-888-568-1112 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988*  

We are not afraid to "get political" on this podcast because politics impact so much of our daily lives, especially right now.    If you want to learn more about sustainable farming, gardening, canning, and preserving, check out University of Maine Cooperative Extension   If you want some help calling your senators and representatives to talk about issues that are important to you, check out 5calls.org.   If you want to find a group in Maine to get involved with and find ways to have a hand in resistance efforts across the state, check out https://www.maineresists.com/organizing-resources.    If you want to learn about events happening around Maine, check out Activate Maine's event calendar.  Take care of yourself. We know things are moving very fast and things are very uncertain and scary right now, but it is okay to pause and take a breath. We cannot help make change if we are not taking care of ourselves.   

Join us for another session where we pick apart the why's and how's of relationships. We'll talk more about communication, how not to settle, and why dating apps are the actual worst.    If you're in a relationship and need a little help having some hard conversations, check out some of the resources we mention below, and remember there's no harm in working with a licensed professional to navigate some of the tough stuff.   Paired We're Not Really Strangers Official Gottman Decks     If you are experiencing abuse in your relationship, get help now. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence: 1-866-834-HELP

Communication is not something we're really taught in school like math or history. It's something we're constantly trying to figure out as we go through life. Join us as we analyze better ways to communicate, unpack why confrontation is so freaking scary, and learn how to ask for what you need without feeling like a burden.  Remember it's okay to work with a licensed professional to learn how to be a better communicator in all of your relationships, personal and professional. 

Listen to Part 1 We know that for a lot of folks, this might actually not be the most wonderful time of the year. In fact, it can be really freakin' stressful, whether it's the pressure of going home for the holidays, dealing with your cousin and his conspiracy theories, the expectation of giving gifts you can't actually afford, or just generally struggling with your mental health during the dark, cold winter months. We get it.  Join the jolliest bunch of assholes this side of the nuthouse in this two part holiday episode as we share tools and strategies to deal with those moments that maybe aren't so festive.   CharityNavigator Heifer International Kiva University of Maine Small Business Guide   Finding BIPOC founded/owned businesses: Finding LGBTQIA+ founded/owned businesses BLAPP Black Dollar Black Owned Etsy Shops Famm PinkRobin #BuyProud Businesses       This can be a difficult time of year, so if you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please access local mental health resources or contact: Maine Crisis Hotline at 1-888-568-1112 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988*  

Listen to Part 2 We know that for a lot of folks, this might actually not be the most wonderful time of the year. In fact, it can be really freakin' stressful, whether it's the pressure of going home for the holidays, dealing with your cousin and his conspiracy theories, the expectation of giving gifts you can't actually afford, or just generally struggling with your mental health during the dark, cold winter months. We get it.  Join the jolliest bunch of assholes this side of the nuthouse in this two part holiday episode as we share tools and strategies to deal with those moments that maybe aren't so festive.     This can be a difficult time of year, so if you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please access local mental health resources or contact: Maine Crisis Hotline at 1-888-568-1112 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988*  

Well listeners, we are back and maybe better than ever?  After some restructuring and re-evaluating, Jordan and Maisy are back in the game and ready to get into it.  While our episodes may be less frequent, our hope is that they'll actually be more consistent.  In this episode, we talk about how social media has created a rise in self diagnosing and the impact that can have on our sense of identity and wellbeing. We also share some insight into how to begin to connect with mental health resources, what to look for in a provider, and how to start to take control of your mental health. Despite going a little off the rails at times, we hope this episode shines a light on how to get the help you need from somewhere other than Tiktok 😬  

Welcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! In this episode of InSession, Shelby, Jordan, & Maisy revisit some of the topics explored throughout the trauma series. The trio touch on coping mechanisms, purpose, mindfulness, and generational trauma. Tune in to catch the wrap up of this series!   **This podcast will frequently mention difficult topics related to mental health challenges, including self harm, suicidality, trauma, etc. so please do what you need to do to take care of yourself.  If you find yourself experiencing difficult feelings or can relate to anything mentioned in this podcast, please access local mental health resources or contact the Maine Crisis Hotline at 1-888-568-1112 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.** Access on campus Student Counseling Services here   **Disclaimer: Just a reminder, nothing in this podcast is intended to establish a therapist-patient relationship, to replace the services of a trained therapist, doctor or health professional, or otherwise to substitute for professional mental health, medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.   Information presented in this podcast represents the opinions of the hosts and guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and listeners should consult their healthcare professionals for individual medical and psychological needs.

Welcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! In this episode of InSession, Maisy, Jordan, & Shelby sit down with Charles Huerth to discuss some of his experiences working with teens and trauma. Charles is the executive director of the Augusta Teen Centre and a master’s level clinical intern. He shares the importance of destigmatizing mental health care among youth, how trauma can present in teens, and how he utilises food as a tool for connection.   **This podcast will frequently mention difficult topics related to mental health challenges, including self harm, suicidality, trauma, etc. so please do what you need to do to take care of yourself.  If you find yourself experiencing difficult feelings or can relate to anything mentioned in this podcast, please access local mental health resources or contact the Maine Crisis Hotline at 1-888-568-1112 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.** Access on campus Student Counseling Services here   **Disclaimer: Just a reminder, nothing in this podcast is intended to establish a therapist-patient relationship, to replace the services of a trained therapist, doctor or health professional, or otherwise to substitute for professional mental health, medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.   Information presented in this podcast represents the opinions of the hosts and guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and listeners should consult their healthcare professionals for individual medical and psychological needs.

Welcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! In this series, we aren't going to dive into specific traumatic experiences, but we will be talking about the impact of trauma, how it manifests for different people, and how counseling can be helpful in beginning to unpack personal trauma.   In this episode, we introduce the idea of collective versus individual trauma and how people may cope with a traumatic event.  What does it mean to be "triggered" by something?  How can we manage when this happens? Maisy, Jordan, & Shelby explore what trauma is, how it impacts the body and mind, and how it’s treated. The trio also discuss mass trauma, PTSD, and protective behaviours.   **This podcast will frequently mention difficult topics related to mental health challenges, including self harm, suicidality, trauma, etc. so please do what you need to do to take care of yourself.  If you find yourself experiencing difficult feelings or can relate to anything mentioned in this podcast, please access local mental health resources or contact the Maine Crisis Hotline at 1-888-568-1112 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.** Access on campus Student Counseling Services here   **Disclaimer: Just a reminder, nothing in this podcast is intended to establish a therapist-patient relationship, to replace the services of a trained therapist, doctor or health professional, or otherwise to substitute for professional mental health, medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.   Information presented in this podcast represents the opinions of the hosts and guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and listeners should consult their healthcare professionals for individual medical and psychological needs.  

Welcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! In this series, we're going to start unpacking some of the intricacies of sex and relationships, as well as sharing resources you can access as you navigate these topics in your own life. Resources: Maine Family Planning Planned Parenthood Besider.org Ask Roo Power to Decide Out Maine Maine Coalition Against Sexual Assault Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence   Note: We catch ourselves many times referring to cis-het relationships, but these topics apply to relationships of all kinds and we will touch more on more diverse relationship dynamics throughout the series.   **This podcast will frequently mention difficult topics related to mental health challenges, including self harm, suicidality, trauma, etc. so please do what you need to do to take care of yourself.  If you find yourself experiencing difficult feelings or can relate to anything mentioned in this podcast, please access local mental health resources or contact the Maine Crisis Hotline at 1-888-568-1112 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.** Access on campus Student Counseling Services here   **Disclaimer: Just a reminder, nothing in this podcast is intended to establish a therapist-patient relationship, to replace the services of a trained therapist, doctor or health professional, or otherwise to substitute for professional mental health, medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.   Information presented in this podcast represents the opinions of the hosts and guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and listeners should consult their healthcare professionals for individual medical and psychological needs.

Welcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! In this series, we're going to start unpacking some of the intricacies of sex and relationships, as well as sharing resources you can access as you navigate these topics in your own life. Terri Reiter is a certified counselor who works with couples and families and shares her experiences navigating relationship dynamics and helping clients be their best selves within the context of a relationship.   Resources: Maine Family Planning Planned Parenthood Besider.org Ask Roo Power to Decide Out Maine Maine Coalition Against Sexual Assault Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence   Note: We catch ourselves many times referring to cis-het relationships, but these topics apply to relationships of all kinds and we will touch more on more diverse relationship dynamics throughout the series.   **This podcast will frequently mention difficult topics related to mental health challenges, including self harm, suicidality, trauma, etc. so please do what you need to do to take care of yourself.  If you find yourself experiencing difficult feelings or can relate to anything mentioned in this podcast, please access local mental health resources or contact the Maine Crisis Hotline at 1-888-568-1112 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.** Access on campus Student Counseling Services here   **Disclaimer: Just a reminder, nothing in this podcast is intended to establish a therapist-patient relationship, to replace the services of a trained therapist, doctor or health professional, or otherwise to substitute for professional mental health, medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.   Information presented in this podcast represents the opinions of the hosts and guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and listeners should consult their healthcare professionals for individual medical and psychological needs.

Welcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! In this series, we're going to start unpacking some of the intricacies of sex and relationships, as well as sharing resources you can access as you navigate these topics in your own life. Resources: Maine Family Planning Planned Parenthood Besider.org Ask Roo Power to Decide Out Maine Maine Coalition Against Sexual Assault Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence   Note: We catch ourselves many times referring to cis-het relationships, but these topics apply to relationships of all kinds and we will touch more on more diverse relationship dynamics throughout the series.   **This podcast will frequently mention difficult topics related to mental health challenges, including self harm, suicidality, trauma, etc. so please do what you need to do to take care of yourself.  If you find yourself experiencing difficult feelings or can relate to anything mentioned in this podcast, please access local mental health resources or contact the Maine Crisis Hotline at 1-888-568-1112 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.** Access on campus Student Counseling Services here   **Disclaimer: Just a reminder, nothing in this podcast is intended to establish a therapist-patient relationship, to replace the services of a trained therapist, doctor or health professional, or otherwise to substitute for professional mental health, medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.   Information presented in this podcast represents the opinions of the hosts and guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and listeners should consult their healthcare professionals for individual medical and psychological needs.

Welcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! In this series, we want to talk about STRESS! We've all felt it, especially around this time of year, and we want to help you deal with it.  Listen to Shelby, Jordan, and Maisy start to unpack what it means to feel stressed, interview one of Maisy's former professors about toxic stress and the short and long term impact it can have on your body, and talk about ways to begin to cope with these big feelings. Don't wait until you get to 0% to recharge.  Reach out to your counselors and get the support you need. Check out some resources for navigating stress including Loren's YouTube channel, a podcast by Dan Harris (mentioned in the episode), and some additional guided meditations and breathing exercises.  Loren's YouTube Ten Percent Happier Headspace Insight Timer Grounding Techniques Breathing Exercises   **This podcast will frequently mention difficult topics related to mental health challenges, including self harm, suicidality, trauma, etc. so please do what you need to do to take care of yourself.  If you find yourself experiencing difficult feelings or can relate to anything mentioned in this podcast, please access local mental health resources or contact the Maine Crisis Hotline at 1-888-568-1112 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.** Access on campus Student Counseling Services here     **Disclaimer: Just a reminder, nothing in this podcast is intended to establish a therapist-patient relationship, to replace the services of a trained therapist, doctor or health professional, or otherwise to substitute for professional mental health, medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.   Information presented in this podcast represents the opinions of the hosts and guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and listeners should consult their healthcare professionals for individual medical and psychological needs.  

Welcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! Continuing with our series on STRESS, we interview a former professor of Maisy's, a current adjunct faculty member, practicing psychologist, and school board, Loren Andrews.  Andrews shares with us what happens when your body experiences prolonged exposure to stress and some ways to work through it.  He also talks about the difference between toxic stress, post traumatic stress disorder, and even what healthy stress can look like.   Check out some resources for navigating stress including his YouTube channel, a podcast by Dan Harris (mentioned in the episode), and some additional guided meditations and breathing exercises.  Loren's YouTube Channel Ten Percent Happier Headspace Insight Timer Grounding Techniques Breathing Exercises   **This podcast will frequently mention difficult topics related to mental health challenges, including self harm, suicidality, trauma, etc. so please do what you need to do to take care of yourself.  If you find yourself experiencing difficult feelings or can relate to anything mentioned in this podcast, please access local mental health resources or contact the Maine Crisis Hotline at 1-888-568-1112 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.** Access on campus Student Counseling Services here   **Disclaimer: Just a reminder, nothing in this podcast is intended to establish a therapist-patient relationship, to replace the services of a trained therapist, doctor or health professional, or otherwise to substitute for professional mental health, medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.   Information presented in this podcast represents the opinions of the hosts and guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and listeners should consult their healthcare professionals for individual medical and psychological needs.  

Welcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! In this series, we want to talk about STRESS! We've all felt it, especially around this time of year, and we want to help you deal with it.  Listen to Shelby, Jordan, and Maisy start to unpack what it means to feel stressed, interview one of Maisy's former professors about toxic stress and the short and long term impact it can have on your body, and talk about ways to begin to cope with these big feelings. Don't wait until you get to 0% to recharge.  Reach out to your counselors and get the support you need.   **This podcast will frequently mention difficult topics related to mental health challenges, including self harm, suicidality, trauma, etc. so please do what you need to do to take care of yourself.  If you find yourself experiencing difficult feelings or can relate to anything mentioned in this podcast, please access local mental health resources or contact the Maine Crisis Hotline at 1-888-568-1112 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.** Access on campus Student Counseling Services here   **Disclaimer: Just a reminder, nothing in this podcast is intended to establish a therapist-patient relationship, to replace the services of a trained therapist, doctor or health professional, or otherwise to substitute for professional mental health, medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.   Information presented in this podcast represents the opinions of the hosts and guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and listeners should consult their healthcare professionals for individual medical and psychological needs.  

Welcome to In Session! A new podcast brought to you by three professionals in the mental health field who want to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health while answering some questions you may have about accessing resources in your own community or on campus! In the last episode of our Intro to Mental Health series, we dig a little deeper into what things look like from the clinician's side of the office. Maybe you're nervous to share your thoughts because you don't want your therapist to judge you. Maybe you're scared to be honest because you don't know what the repercussions might be.  Well, we'll tell you.    **This podcast will frequently mention difficult topics related to mental health challenges, including self harm, suicidality, trauma, etc. so please do what you need to do to take care of yourself.  If you find yourself experiencing difficult feelings or can relate to anything mentioned in this podcast, please access local mental health resources or contact the Maine Crisis Hotline at 1-888-568-1112 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.** Access on campus Student Counseling Services here   **Disclaimer: Just a reminder, nothing in this podcast is intended to establish a therapist-patient relationship, to replace the services of a trained therapist, doctor or health professional, or otherwise to substitute for professional mental health, medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.   Information presented in this podcast represents the opinions of the hosts and guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and listeners should consult their healthcare professionals for individual medical and psychological needs.