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Do therapists practice what they preach? For Mental Health Awareness Month, we asked CABT therapists to discuss how they use therapy skills in their own lives to help manage stress and live a valued life. Each day we'll highlight a new therapist and share some of their insights. Next up is Dr. Steven Tsao, Ph.D., who discusses self-validation and acceptance: "Life is stressful. For all of us. Even us psychologists. When I'm stressed, I try (and sometimes even succeed!) to open myself up to that feeling, reminding myself that it's part of being alive, and connecting to the world of people who may also feel stressed at that very same moment." We have a few more insights to share for the rest of the month. Stay tuned for more!

This is helpful for advice for those with #OCD, and #Anxiety, or just anyone!

Did you know May is Mental Health Awareness Month?! And the theme this year is “Where to Start!” To get involved this month, find resources, and learn where YOU can start, check out https://ow.ly/tucv50RsJoB! And keep following along with STARS as we share some insights and tips during the month of May.

While I deeply enjoy the personal connections I make in therapy sessions, I've discovered that public speaking provides a unique and powerful platform to extend the reach of mental health education. It's fun and creatively fulfilling, sure, but it's also so much more than that.🙌💙 The truth is…not everyone who could benefit from learning about mental health will find themselves in a therapy session. Public speaking is my way to bridge that gap. It's about bringing down barriers, challenging stigmas, and providing practical insights that can be life-changing. Every time someone tells me after a session, "Your talk made me think differently," or "I'm going to take action on your advice," I'm reminded of why these talks are so important. Here are some of the topics I cover: ✔️Couples and Relationships ✔️Parenting ✔️Mental Health ✔️Separation and Divorce ✔️Self-Help and Performance These talks aren't just for those already considering therapy, but for anyone curious about improving their mental health or simply understanding it better. If this sounds like something that could benefit a group you know or an event you're hosting, I'm just a DM away. Reach out, and let's discuss how we can work together to spread awareness and create a deeper understanding of mental health.💬🌱 Let's make mental health a priority, together. https://lnkd.in/dr7Kh2Cb

Prioritise your staff’s mental health with the Effective Language for Challenging Conversations workshop. Be better equipped to manage difficult interactions through de-escalation techniques and learn new skills for managing responses to difficult encounters. The next course is coming up online on 3 September - register now: https://ow.ly/UWWX50SQRYo

Discrimination, prejudice, feeling like you don’t fit in or being the ‘only one’ can have a big impact on mental health. Join us virtually on November 25 for the ‘Exploring identity and intersectionality’ conference. Book via https://lnkd.in/ec6WJXqM

Journaling, expressive arts, and professional support can be lifelines during turbulent times. 📔✍️ Dive into 'The Mental Health Handbook' for more on developing these critical coping mechanisms. https://lnkd.in/eSximWBx

Have you ever considered a non-conventional approach to Mental Health? Together, let's discover how we can use that pain as a tool to turn it into power and turn that power into a new purpose!

20 minutes of public speaking extroversion - easy peasy. 60 minutes of public speaking extroversion to a room of close to 100 people - eek 🫣😬 Today I delivered an hour long talk on Changing Perspectives on Mental Health on behalf of Everymind at Work. I shared my journey of mental ill health, I spoke of the stigma that exists, the challenges we (still) face when seeking support, and how we can support ourselves and others at work. Today I learned a few things: 1️⃣ I shouldn’t limit myself to the boundaries/parameters of public speaking that I’m “used to” 2️⃣ People will care about what I have to say 3️⃣ Speaking about my experiences with mental health will not only resonate with some people, but help them in their own journeys too It’s super important to me moving forward that I continue to leave my comfort zone and show myself that the “bigger things” are not reserved for a particular persona. We can all have an impact. Thanks eduthing ltd for being so welcoming 🙏🏼

Self-Compassion for Teens with MCAS Living with MCAS as a teenager can feel overwhelming, but practising self-compassion can make a big difference. In our latest video, Dr Polly James, a highly specialised clinical psychologist shares practical tips to help you: Challenge negative self-talk Build empathy for yourself Navigate the emotional and physical demands of MCAS Watch now to discover strategies to support your mental health and well-being: https://ow.ly/zZYR50UrZyL