Happy Mental Health Awareness Month! This is such an important time for fighting mental health stigma, sharing personal stories and resources and – as we’ll do here – celebrating the people on the frontlines of mental wellness: the therapists, the psychologists, the social workers, and the counselors who give us somewhere to turn when we need help.
Today, we want to highlight one of our very own BetterHelp therapists and share some recommended resources from our expert team. |
A Q&A With Carissa –
A BetterHelp Therapist! | We spoke with BetterHelp therapist Carissa, who has been on the platform for one and a half years, about her experience as a mental health care provider. So let’s get into it:
What is your #1 piece of advice for someone thinking about starting therapy?
You have nothing to lose and everything to gain. If the first therapist you match with isn’t the right fit, think about what didn't work for you about your session(s). Then look for that necessary quality in another provider. Different therapists all have different styles – make sure you find a good fit for you and someone that you click with.
What is the most common complaint you hear from clients, and how do you reply?
I hear from a lot of people who are experiencing anxiety or a major life transition. Others are trying to assess their marriage or partnership. They’re asking questions like: Is this relationship healthy for me? Is this what I want in the long-term? I help them reflect on what they want out of their relationship, and whether they feel they’re getting that (or can get that) with their current partner.
Do you have a favorite piece of advice/knowledge that you share with your clients?
I like to use the analogy of filling up your “mental toolbox.” If all you have in your toolbox is a hammer then every problem looks like a nail. In therapy, we do a lot of skill building to learn more mental tools and make sure people can use the right tool at the right moment.
What is your favorite part of your job?
Getting to know people. I’m an extrovert and a social person by nature. I like hearing people's stories and being let into their lives a little bit. I truly enjoy that part.
What are you reading, listening to, and enjoying right now? - Book: Whole Again by Jackson Mackenzie
- Podcast: We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach, and Amanda Doyle.
Anything else you’d like us to know?
There’s not enough talk about mental health workers as frontline workers. Mental Health Awareness Month isn't just about recognizing mental health needs, it’s also about recognizing and celebrating providers.
Thank you to Carissa for taking the time to speak with us and share her thoughts! | | MATCH WITH A THERAPIST | Before we go, here are a few resources from our team that you might find helpful during the last few days of this special month: - Ways To Participate: Mental Health Awareness Month
- Mental Health Awareness Month: Promoting Better Mental Health Care Within Communities
- What Can I Do To Honor Mental Health Awareness Month?
Until next time,
Maria
P.S. In case you missed it, read more about my own personal therapy journey here. | | GET STARTED | |
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