Coping with Colleen

*Last episode of Season 1* In this episode I interview Elspeth Hunter, food blogger, wife, and mother of 2, on creative outlets, relationships with food and body image, parenting, and online communities. To find Elspeth's blog check out @tinyspirits_kitchen on Instagram or visit www.mytinyspirits.com To find me on Instagram, follow @copingwithcolleen Stay tuned for Season 2!

In this episode I interview Emily Mangan, high school English teacher and podcaster, on her approach to teaching, passion for mental health, and personal struggles, including the loss of her mother. To listen to Emily's podcast check out Life Unstyled on Spotify To read Emily's blog go to Emily Maureen on WordPress To find Emily on Instagram, follow @emilymaureenn For more from B Posi+ive Radio follow @b_positiveradio To find me on Instagram, follow @copingwithcolleen

In this episode I interview Sydney Iannarone on her experiences as a college student (both during and before COVID-19). She speaks on access to mental health support, the financial burden and overall toll of college, navigating young adulthood, and loss. To find me on Instagram, follow @copingwithcolleen

On this guest episode I meet with Luke (Luke Rain/Trap Jesus), Evan (RIP Kenny), and Nicola (TESKO) from The Human Music Podcast. We talk about the overlaps of creativity, isolation, mental health issues, doubt, self-worth and more. Luke: Music - Luke Rain on Spotify , Trap Jesus on Spotify , and Luke Rain on Sound Cloud Social media - @lukerainmusic and @whatwouldtrapjesusdoWebsite - https://www.lukerainmusic.com/ Evan: Music - RIP Kenny on Spotify Social media - @ripkennymusic Nicola: Music - TESKO on Sound Cloud and TESKO on Spotify Social media - @iamtesko Podcast: Social media - @thehumanmusicpodcastWebsite - https://www.thehumanmusicpodcast.com/ To find me on Instagram, check out @copingwithcolleen

This episode focused on LGBTQIA issues, as Lauren speaks through personal and professional knowledge. Listen for insight on how to educate others/yourself, what it is like coming out while in a committed heterosexual relationship, self-acceptance, and more. Resources: GLSEN LGBTQIA Resource Center - LGBTQIA Ally Tips (ucdavis.edu) Sex and Gender Identity (plannedparenthood.org) CenterLink LGBT Community Center Member Directory The American Psychological Association (APA) Provides educational and support resources on a range of LGBTQ topics. The Association of Gay and Lesbian Psychiatrists Offers many resources for LGBT individuals experiencing mental health conditions and psychiatric professionals with LGBT clients. The Gay and Lesbian Medical Association's Provider Directory A search tool that can locate a LGBTQ-inclusive health care provider. The LGBT National Help Center Offers confidential peer support connections for LGBT youth, adults and seniors, including phone, text and online chat. The National Center for Transgender Equality Offers resources for transgender individuals, including information on the right to access health care. The Trevor Project A support network for LGBTQ youth providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention, including a 24-hour text line (text “START” to 678678). SAGE National LGBT Elder Hotline 877-360-5428 Society for Sexual, Affectional, Intersex, and Gender Expansive Identities (SAIGE) Delivers educational and support resources for LGBTQ individuals, as well as promotes competency on LGBTQ issues for counseling professionals. Trans Lifeline 877-565-886 ---------------------------------------- To find me on Instagram, visit @copingwithcolleen

In this guest episode, I speak with social worker, therapist, and TikTok star, Maddie Spear on trauma, resilience, and social media. See below for links! Book discussed: The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog To find Maddie on TikTok, check out @therapy_thoughts To find Maddie on Instagram, check out @loveyourlittlevictories To find me on Instagram, follow @copingwithcolleen

In this guest episode, I meet with Gia Fontana about her journey through eating disorder treatment, how she handles triggers, anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, Hashimoto's, and pageantry. Trigger Warning: Some eating disorder thinking patterns are discussed in detail. Please listen with caution and/or avoid this episode dependent on your state. For more information or support regarding eating disorders check out https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/and/or https://www.theprojectheal.org/ You can follow me on Instagram @copingwithcolleen

On this mini episode, I speak on imposter syndrome which is "a collection of feelings of inadequacy that persist despite evident success." To hear some anonymous experiences and guidance, give it a listen! You can also follow along on Instagram @copingwithcolleen

On this week's guest episode, I interview Melana (Mel) Amato on her experiences with Williams syndrome and anxiety. Mel also speaks on the importance of human connection. To hear more, give it a listen! Williams syndrome is a rare neurodevelopmental genetic disorder. To learn more visit https://williams-syndrome.org/ For more information on project search visit https://www.xavier.edu/projectsearch/ To follow me along on Instagram visit @copingwithcolleen

On this mini episode I cover high functioning disorders, when to seek treatment, and common adjustments. If you are in need of therapy, you can click “find a therapist” on https://www.psychologytoday.com/us to find one near you, call your insurance company and ask for a list of in network behavioral health providers, ask your primary care physician for a referral, or ask your work if they have an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and how to access such. You can follow me for more on Instagram @copingwithcolleen

If you're interested in increasing your understanding of race-based experiences, the interplay of racial dynamics in the mental health world, being an ally, and commonly heard ‘buzzwords,' give a listen to this guest episode! You can find the book I referenced here White Fragility by Robin Diangelo and you can find me on Instagram @copingwithcolleen

On this guest episode of Coping With Colleen we talk about suffering from chronic migraines, related mental health struggles, and supportive people. Featured guest, Hannah Ross, has her own blog with chronic migraine tips, suggestions, and humor, which you can find at https://goingagainstthegraine.home.blog/blog/ You can find me on Instagram @copingwithcolleen

This mini episode discusses struggles during the current pandemic and how to find joy. Find me on Instagram @copingwithcolleen

On this guest episode we dive into overcome the stress of managing one's own mental health while working in the field, pregnancy in a pandemic, and ‘coming out' about mental illness. !Trigger Warning! : Suicidality is discussed. This topic first specifically around minute mark 24:50 To follow me along on Instagram check out @copingwithcolleen

On this mini episode, which falls at the end of National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, I share a glimpse into my journey with an eating disorder. For more information on things like warning signs, treatment, and prevention, visit https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/ To follow me along on Instagram check out @copingwithcolleen

This guest episode offers a look into relationships with partners, work, and oneself. If you are looking for more information and support on healthy relationships, please visit www.loveisrespect.org PS: One of this guest's favorite coping skills is baking! For more on that visit @steph.tries.to.bake on Instagram You can also find me on Instagram @copingwithcolleen

On this mini episode of Coping With Colleen, I talk about self love and affirmations. Want some practice? Listen here! Check back next week for a longer guest episode. Follow along on Instagram @copingwithcolleen

On this episode I speak with guest Greg Donnelly about men's mental health, toxic masculinity, substance use and so much more. Did you know men are statistically less likely to seek treatment for a mental illness and/or substance abuse as compared to women? To explore the social norms, one person's experience, and continue breaking down stigma, give this a listen! Links:­­­­­­­ ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­If you are interested in listening to Greg's music, you can find it under the name Zevro on Spotify and Sound Cloud https://open.spotify.com/artist/6t1zRpOgPadculIm45Rrui?si=bSneo85UTVWpTsMKiDL1kQ https://m.soundcloud.com/zevromusic?ref=clipboard&p=a&c=1 You can follow me on Instagram for more content @copingwithcolleen

This is the first episode of Coping with Colleen where I give an introduction to myself and what I'm hoping to accomplish with this podcast. You can also find me on Instagram @copingwithcolleen