To Be Honest Podcast

On this episode of the To Be Honest Podcast, we chat with Nikkole Vanderwege who shares her experience with being a caretaker for her great grandma, processing grief, dealing with depression and a dual diagnosis, surrounding yourself with supportive people and how being creative positively impacts her mental health.Learn more about Nikkole by visiting her art Instagram. You can also learn more about the dual diagnosis program Nikkole went through (El Camino Dual Diagnosis Program) by calling 650-988-8468 or visiting their website.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with behavioral health, life experiences and overall wellness.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest program and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health. If you live in Santa Clara County and are in need of behavioral health assistance, please call (800) 704- 0900. You can also reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 by dialing or texting 988. Editors: Avery CruzIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: April 28, 2023

On this episode of the To Be Honest Podcast, we chat with Alisha Gibson, the Connection Director at Venture Christian Church! Alisha is an avid reader, foodie, history-lover, and practices yoga regularly. On today's episode, she'll be sharing about her experience with panic attacks, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and OCD as well as the positive benefits of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Connect with Alisha on Instagram, learn more about Venture Christian Church, and discover resources through Christian Counseling Center San Jose.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with behavioral health, life experiences and overall wellness.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest program and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health. If you live in Santa Clara County and are in need of behavioral health assistance, please call (800) 704- 0900. You can also reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 by dialing or texting 988. Editors: Avery CruzIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: May 19, 2023

On this episode of the To Be Honest Podcast, we chat with Alexandra Gonzalez, a 23-year-old Bay Area resident who currently works at CDFI, a community-centered organization that helps to strengthen local and underestimated business owners and build sustainable communities. Alexandra shares a bit about what it was like growing up in a household where mental illness was present as well as her personal experience with anxiety, depression, therapy and how photography and yoga play a positive role in her life Connect with Alexandra on LinkedIn!Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with behavioral health, life experiences and overall wellness.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest program and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health. If you live in Santa Clara County and are in need of behavioral health assistance, please call (800) 704- 0900. You can also reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 by dialing or texting 988. Editors: Avery CruzIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: May 15, 2023

On this episode of the To Be Honest Podcast, we chat with Iman Rahman (she/they), a 23-year-old Bay Area resident since middle school, who plans to share about her experience with chronic illness, being disabled and the impact both of those have had on their mental health. In addition, Iman talks about becoming an advocate within the disabled community as well as using dance as a form of expression.Learn more about Iman's life and advocacy work through their @alilbitofaith and  @deardisabled Instagram pages.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with behavioral health, life experiences and overall wellness.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest program and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health. If you live in Santa Clara County and are in need of behavioral health assistance, please call (800) 704- 0900. You can also reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 by dialing or texting 988. Editors: Avery CruzIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: April 28, 2023

On this episode of the To Be Honest Podcast, we chat with Arielle Tan, an international student at San Jose State University. Arielle enjoys all things creative including painting and singing and will be sharing a bit about her family life, the views on mental health in Singapore, her ADHD diagnosis and what it was like becoming an international student. Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with behavioral health, life experiences and overall wellness.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest program and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health. If you live in Santa Clara County and are in need of behavioral health assistance, please call (800) 704- 0900. You can also reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 by dialing or texting 988. Editors: Avery CruzIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: April 21, 2023

*Trigger Warning* This episode contains a discussion on grief, deceased loved ones suicidal thoughts and details about self-harm. Please listen at your own discretion and skip this episode if this topic is triggering for you.On this episode of the To Be Honest Podcast, we continue our chat with Alexandria Geremew, a Bay Area native and dog training business owner! Alexandria enjoys spending time with her dogs, going hiking in the Santa Cruz mountains and spending quality time with her boyfriend and family.In part 2 of this episode, we discuss Alexandria's experience being 5150'd at an early age and her stay at a mental health hospital in San Francisco. We also dive into her passion of training dogs and how animals have helped her recovery process.Learn more about Alexandria and her dog training business Astral K9 HERE.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with behavioral health, life experiences and overall wellness.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest program and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health. If you live in Santa Clara County and are in need of behavioral health assistance, please call (800) 704- 0900. You can also reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 by dialing or texting 988. Editors: Avery CruzIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: April 19, 2023

*Trigger Warning* This episode contains a discussion on grief, deceased loved ones, suicidal thoughts and details about self-harm. Please listen at your own discretion and skip this episode if this topic is triggering for you. On this episode of the To Be Honest Podcast, we chat with Alexandria Geremew, a Bay Area native and dog training business owner! Alexandria enjoys spending time with her dogs, going hiking in the Santa Cruz mountains and spending quality time with her boyfriend and family.Today, she's on the podcast to talk about her experience with death within her family and self-harm. In part 2 of this episode, we'll discuss Alexandria's experience being 5150'd at an early age and her stay at a mental health hospital in San Francisco. Stay tuned for part 2!Learn more about Alexandria and her dog training business Astral K9 HERE.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with behavioral health, life experiences and overall wellness.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest program and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health. If you live in Santa Clara County and are in need of behavioral health assistance, please call (800) 704- 0900. You can also reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 by dialing or texting 988. Editors: Avery CruzIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: April 19, 2023

CW: Sexual AssaultOn this episode of the TBH Podcast we chat with Matsuko Estrada Nakamatsu, an 18-year-old Gunn High School graduate from Palo Alto. Matsuko enjoys watching anime, eating ramen and painting. She'll be sharing a bit about her experience with ADHD, growing up around the machismo culture, the aftermath of her sexual assault and how to be resilient. Learn more about Matsuko on Instagram!  Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health, substance use and overall wellness.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest program and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health. If you live in Santa Clara County and are in need of behavioral health assistance, please call (800) 704- 0900. You can also reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 by dialing or texting 988. Editors: Avery Cruz & Clare McCannIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: August 26, 2022

On this episode of the TBH Podcast we chat with Tiffany Truong, a recent University of San Diego graduate and native of San Jose who shares a bit about her upbringing and how growing up in an Asian American household impacted her mental health and life choices. She hopes to inspire those who come from similar upbringings and shed light on the struggles of living as a first-generation and low-income, eldest child from an immigrant household in the Bay Area. Become a part of the Mindset by Dive Studios Discord Server HERE.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health, substance use and overall wellness.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest program and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health. If you live in Santa Clara County and are in need of behavioral health assistance, please call (800) 704- 0900. You can also reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 by dialing or texting 988. Editors: Avery Cruz & Clare McCannIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: August 25, 2022

CW: suicidal ideation and self-harmOn this episode of the TBH Podcast we chat with Paola Avalos, a 22-year-old business student at San Jose State University who is sharing a bit today about her experience with depression, the stigma around mental health within the Mexican-American culture and how finding friends in college made a difference in her life. You can learn more about Paola through her Instagram!Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health, substance use and overall wellness.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest program and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health. If you live in Santa Clara County and are in need of behavioral health assistance, please call (800) 704- 0900. You can also reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 by dialing or texting 988. Editors: Avery Cruz & Clare McCannIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: August 17, 2022

On this episode of the TBH Podcast we chat with Maritza Peralta, a 24 year old Masters in Social Work student at San Jose State University and a Case Manager for the Mental Health Association of San Mateo County. She's here to talk about her own mental health journey with Depression and Borderline Personality Disorder, what it's like working in the mental health field, and the importance of breaking down the stigma, especially in the Mexican-American culture. You can learn more about Maritza through Linkedin HERE.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health, substance use and overall wellness.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest program and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health. If you live in Santa Clara County and are in need of behavioral health assistance, please call (800) 704- 0900. You can also reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 by dialing or texting 988. Editors: Avery Cruz & Clare McCannIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: August 12, 2022

On this episode of the TBH Podcast we chat with Michael Gallegos, a 23-year-old student at Mission College in Santa Clara. He'll be sharing about the struggles of finding peace after he lost his father, and discussing his experience within the vocational program called Year Up, and how they helped provide him with the tools needed to find a purpose and peace. Welcome to the podcast Michael! You can learn more about Michael through his Instagram HERE.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health, substance use and overall wellness.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest program and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health. If you live in Santa Clara County and are in need of behavioral health assistance, please call (800) 704- 0900. You can also reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 by dialing or texting 988. Editors: Avery Cruz & Clare McCannIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: August 9, 2022

CW: brief mention of suicidal thoughtsOn this episode of the TBH Podcast we chat with Stephen He who talks about his experience with autism and how to be an advocate for others who have autism. You can learn more about Stephen through his Instagram HERE.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health, substance use and overall wellness.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest program and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health. If you live in Santa Clara County and are in need of behavioral health assistance, please call (800) 704- 0900. You can also reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 by dialing or texting 988. Editors: Avery Cruz & Clare McCannIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: August 8, 2022

CW: self-harmOn this episode of the TBH Podcast we chat with Kaylyn Sangston, who is a 17 year old student at Notre Dame High School in San Jose. Kaylyn chats about her experience with depression from a young age, her mom's breast cancer diagnosis and her ADHD diagnosis. You can learn more about Kaylyn through her Instagram HERE.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health, substance use and overall wellness.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest program and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health. If you live in Santa Clara County and are in need of behavioral health assistance, please call (800) 704- 0900. You can also reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 by dialing or texting 988. Editors: Avery Cruz & Clare McCannIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: July 21, 2022

On this episode of the TBH Podcast, we chat with Alicia Allan, a third year Public Health student at San Jose State University. Alicia is also minoring in Child and Adolescent Development and has a passion for community health promotion and education. On this episode, Alicia will be sharing a bit about her upbringing, her mental health and her passion for public health. You can learn more about Alicia through her Instagram  HERE.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health, substance use and overall wellness.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest program and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health. If you live in Santa Clara County and are in need of behavioral health assistance, please call (800) 704- 0900. You can also reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 by dialing or texting 988. Editors: Avery Cruz & Clare McCannIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: July 20, 2022

CW: Suicidal ideation, eating disorderOn this episode of the TBH Podcast we chat with Ananya Anand, a senior at Cupertino High School, who shares her recovery journey battling Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and Anorexia Nervosa. Ananya  also talks about her experiences as a young woman in the South Asian community.You can learn more about Ananya through her Instagram  HERE.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health, substance use and overall wellness.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest program and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health. If you live in Santa Clara County and are in need of behavioral health assistance, please call (800) 704- 0900. You can also reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 by dialing or texting 988. Editors: Avery Cruz & Clare McCannIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: June 17, 2022

On this episode of the TBH Podcast we chat with Emma Boyd, a 17-year-old queer student in the South Bay who is going to share their personal experience with mental health during the pandemic as well as their upbringing and how that impacts their present life. Emma is also really interested in behavioral health in general and finds it really interesting how people become the people they are through lived experiences and the things they've learned. You can learn more about The LGBTQ Youth Space by clicking here or visiting youthspace.orgThank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health, substance use and overall wellness.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest program and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health. If you live in Santa Clara County and are in need of behavioral health assistance, please call (800) 704- 0900. You can also reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 by dialing or texting 988. Editors: Avery Cruz & Clare McCannIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: May 9, 2022

On this episode of the TBH Podcast we chat with Valerie Braylovskiy, a Bay Area native and current student at Pomona College! Throughout our conversation, Valerie shares her personal experience with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), her transition to college and managing her anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic. Valerie also talks about pursuing her passion for writing and how that helps her cope during difficult times and transitions.You can learn more about Valerie by following her on instagram @valeriebraylovskiy AND checking out some of her writing here and here.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and BetterHelp.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: February 14, 2022 

On this episode of the To Be Honest Podcast, we chat with Raul Romero, a new resident of the Bay Area who talks about grieving the loss of his father who passed away in January 2021. Raul shares his journey with mental health as he navigated the grieving process as well as how turning to exercise as an outlet helped him through the difficult times.To learn more about Raul and his work, follow MobWork on Instagram! Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and BetterHelp.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded on: November 10, 2021

On this episode of the TBH Podcast, we're chatting with Faustine Wang and Sasha Afroz of Artruism which is a student-run initiative that provides a platform for artists to connect and serve the community. These two have created such a cool, creative community through Artruism and invite all young artists to join them! Learn more about Artruism, get involved and support this great program:WebsiteDiscordInstagramYou can also email Artruism at general@artruism.co. Be sure to check out Faustine's art page on Instagram too! Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and BetterHelp.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded: October 19, 2021

CW: SuicideOn this episode of the TBH podcast, we talk with Cameron Rivera (he/they), a 16-year-old Bay Area resident who shares their experience with depression and anxiety as well as their aspirations to become a filmmaker!At the end of the episode, Cameron shares their Instagram if anyone would like to be friends: @https.cameronriveraThank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and BetterHelp.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayIntro Music: Julia SteeleRecorded: October 12, 2021

CW: Sexual AssaultOn this episode of the To Be Honest podcast, we chat with Dianne Chung who will be sharing about her experience with sexual assault and trauma as well as how her life experiences overlap with growing up within a Korean-american family. Dianne is a 2019 graduate of UC Berkeley where she studied biology, peace and conflict studies and journalism. Currently, she works as an automation engineer and is passionate about addressing Asian American hate, sexual assault and misogyny.In the episode, Dianne references two books: The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der KolkKnow My Name by Chanel MillerThank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and BetterHelp.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayMusic: Julia SteeleRecorded: October 5, 2021

On this episode of the TBH podcast we talk with Katlyn Leonardich, a sophomore at Evergreen Valley College in San Jose who would like to bring more social and emotional learning to schools. She also has experience with autism, anxiety, ADHD and depressive psychosis and is on the podcast to talk about her journey with mental health! If you'd like to check out Katlyn's art, visit her Instagram, @blus.art. Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and BetterHelp.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayMusic: Julia SteeleRecorded: September 23, 2021

On this episode of the TBH podcast we talk with Esha K., a San Francisco Bay Area native, who is an alternative-rock/indie vocalist and songwriter with extensive experience within the music industry. Esha is passionate to use her position as a woman in the music industry - and as a person of color - to bring a fresh perspective and sound to the alternative rock genre. Throughout our chat, we talk about her experience with mental health, including anxiety and panic attacks, and the impact music has on her healing. Don't hit the pause button at the end of the episode -- be sure to stick around a few extra minutes to hear "Surrender," a song written and performed by Esha K. To learn more about Esha and her music, you can follow her on Instagram or check out her music on Apple Music or Spotify.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and BetterHelp.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayMusic: Julia SteeleRecorded: September 20, 2021

CW: suicidal ideation, self-harm, substance useOn this episode of the TBH podcast we talk with Rea Kapur, a disabled 22-year-old queer woman of color with Borderline Personality Disorder, PTSD, and ADHD. From the age of 11, Rea struggled with self harm, suicidal ideation, panic attacks, and more. As a teenager, she was in and out of psych wards and treatment centers, struggling to find some stability. In this episode we talk about Rea's journey, her sobriety as well as how she uses comedy, writing, directing and producing to help her recover! At the end of the episode, Rea mentions that anyone who needs someone to talk to is welcome to DM her on Instagram. You can also find a lot of Rea's amazing work on her website.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and BetterHelp.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayMusic: Julia SteeleRecorded: September 14, 2021

On this episode of the TBH podcast we talk with Edie Ye, a mental health professional who works with the mental health and intellectual and developmental disability population. She is also a graduate student in a Masters of Social Work program. Throughout the episode we discuss her decision to work in the mental health field, the importance of unpacking your childhood and what it means to have a holistic approach to mental health. At the end of the episode, Edie mentions a two resources for holistic psychology including:"How to do the Work" by Dr. Nicole LePera, The Holistic Psychologist"Adult Children and Emotionally Immature Parents" by Lindsay C. GibsonAdditional Meditation/Body Scan Resources:Calm (free with a Kaiser Permanente membership!)HeadspaceSmiling MindYouTube -- search for "body scan meditations" for unlimited options or click here for our favorite!Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and BetterHelp.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayMusic: Julia SteeleRecorded: September 10, 2021

On this episode of the TBH podcast we talk with Matthew Gonzales, a 14-year-old from San Jose who shares his struggles with mental health as a result of the passing of his mom four years ago. Matthew chats about the importance of talking to a therapist or trusted friends about your emotions and why opening up is crucial to recovery.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and BetterHelp.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayMusic: Julia SteeleRecorded: September 7, 2021

On this episode of the TBH podcast, we talk with Jessica Zhang, a 24 year old student in the Bay Area for graduate school, pursuing a PhD in biology. Outside of academics, she enjoys fighting and martial arts, hiking outdoors, and finding nice spots to eat and drink coffee. She also happens to struggle with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and generally making sense of this confusing thing called life.At the end of the episode, Jessica shares that listeners can contact her via Instagram if they want to hear more about her life and her accomplishments: @heyjzhangThank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and BetterHelp.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayMusic: Julia SteeleRecorded: August 25, 2021

CW: self-harm, restraints, and a mention of suicide.On this episode of the TBH podcast, we talk with Sarah Manning who shares her experience with Long-term Residential Treatment, coping skills and tools she's developed to help her understand that her mental health challenges are not a burden to anyone, and her passion for education!At the end of the episode, Sarah shares that listeners can contact her via Instagram if they are struggling or just need someone to talk to. If you would like to chat with Sarah, her IG handle is @talitha_koum1Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email Avery Cruz at acruz@momentumforhealth.org.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a program of Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and BetterHelp.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayMusic: Julia SteeleRecorded: August 20, 2021

CW: Suicidal ideation, gun violence and addressing anti-Asian hateOn this episode of the To Be Honest Podcast, we continue our conversation with Alex Spielmann (they/he) who is an 18 year old queer and trans Asian American from the Bay Area. Alex uses spoken word to express their frustration with the systems of oppression that affect them and many other people. They are studying Sociology at De Anza College, and are hoping to become a teacher in order to make a difference in the lives of other young people who have experienced similar trauma to themself. Alex has struggled with their mental health for the majority of their lifetime and knows firsthand the difficulties that can come with seeking help and support. In Part 2 of our conversation, we discuss self-care strategies, their experience with drag, how COVID has impacted their mental health and celebrating our differences.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email us at tbh.today@gmail.com.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a behavioral health stigma reduction program for youth, transitional aged youth and their families in Santa Clara County, created by Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Community Benefit Program.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayMusic: Julia SteeleRecorded: May 7, 2021

On this episode of the To Be Honest Podcast, we talk with Alex Spielmann (they/he) who is an 18 year old queer and trans Asian American from the Bay Area. Alex uses spoken word to express their frustration with the systems of oppression that affect them and many other people. They are studying Sociology at De Anza College, and are hoping to become a teacher in order to make a difference in the lives of other young people who have experienced similar trauma to themself. Alex has struggled with their mental health for the majority of their lifetime and knows firsthand the difficulties that can come with seeking help and support. In Part 1 of our conversation, you'll hear Alex talk about their personal experience with mental health as well as a spoken word poem called "Trans Joy". Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email us at tbh.today@gmail.com.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a behavioral health stigma reduction program for youth, transitional aged youth and their families in Santa Clara County, created by Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Community Benefit Program.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayMusic: Julia SteeleRecorded: May 7, 2021

On this episode of the TBH podcast, we talk with Vivian Leon, Mimi Mier-Rosales and Zabreen Shaikh, three members of the Mental Health Association of San Francisco's (MHASF) TAY Action Team (TAT)! In part 2 of the chat with the TAT, we cover how to reach out for help when it's needed, the importance of self-care and what everyone's looking forward to post-pandemic!To learn more about the TAY Action Team or become a member of the team, please email Mimi at maria@mentalhealthsf.org or visit the MHASF website. You can also check out Mimi's art on Instagram!Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email us at tbh.today@gmail.com.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a behavioral health stigma reduction campaign for youth, transitional aged youth and their families in Santa Clara County, created by Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Community Benefit Program.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayMusic: Julia SteeleRecorded: February 25, 2021

On this episode of the TBH podcast, we talk with Vivian Leon, Mimi Mier-Rosales and Zabreen Shaikh, three members of the Mental Health Association of San Francisco's (MHASF) TAY Action Team (TAT)! In part 1 of the chat with the TAT, we cover what they do as a team, how they each got involved with MHASF and their personal experiences with mental health.To learn more about the TAY Action Team or become a member of the team, please email Mimi at maria@mentalhealthsf.org or visit the MHASF website. You can also check out Mimi's art on Instagram!Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email us at tbh.today@gmail.com.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a behavioral health stigma reduction campaign for youth, transitional aged youth and their families in Santa Clara County, created by Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Community Benefit Program.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayMusic: Julia SteeleRecorded: February 25, 2021

CW: substance use and suicideOn this episode of the TBH podcast, we chat with Pia Cruz! Pia is a local student and member of The LGBTQ Youth Space Speakers Bureau. We chat about her mental health during puberty and her transition as well as her experience with seeking professional help. She also shares her past experience with a substance use disorder, how she's doing in her journey to recovery and the importance of finding your own community.To learn more about The LGBTQ Youth Space Speakers Bureau, click here. Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email us at tbh.today@gmail.com.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a behavioral health stigma reduction campaign for youth, transitional aged youth and their families in Santa Clara County, created by Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Community Benefit Program.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayMusic: Julia SteeleRecorded: January 21, 2020

On this episode of the TBH podcast, we talk to Caroline Zhang! Caroline is a Palo Alto High School student, artist and creator of Z Magazine. We discuss Caroline's recent decision to start therapy as well as her passion for art and why she started Z Magazine. Z Magazine is a digital arts and culture magazine that provides Bay Area youth with an accessible platform to share their art as well as receive recognition for it. Learn more about Z Magazine by following them on Instagram or checking out their website. If you'd like to chat with Caroline or see her artwork, you can follow her on Instagram here or here.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email us at tbh.today@gmail.com.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a behavioral health stigma reduction campaign for youth, transitional aged youth and their families in Santa Clara County, created by Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Community Benefit Program.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayMusic: Julia SteeleRecorded: December 21, 2020

CW: Eating disordersOn this episode of the TBH podcast, we talk with Katerina Salsman who is a local artist as well as a Nutrition Coach and Personal Trainer. She talks about her experience with depression, anxiety and eating disorders. We also talk about her journey with health and fitness and the importance of taking care of both your mind and body!To learn more about Katerina and to see some of her incredible artwork, you can find her on Instagram. Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email us at tbh.today@gmail.com.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a behavioral health stigma reduction campaign for youth, transitional aged youth and their families in Santa Clara County, created by Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Community Benefit Program.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayMusic: Julia SteeleRecorded: December 16, 2020

In this episode of the To Be Honest podcast, we talk with Katie Williams a local social worker who is passionate about behavioral health. Katie holds a masters degree in social work from Sacramento State and is currently accruing hours towards her license in clinical social work. She currently works full time in the social services dept at Regional Medical Center in San Jose and works per diem at Momentum for Health and DaVita Kidney Care. She is also an outspoken advocate for people living with mental illness and experiencing addiction. And, most recently, she started her own business Speak No Stigma through which she plans to share her personal experience with behavioral health while providing hope and the appropriate tools to those currently in recovery.In this episode, we talk about her personal experience with OCD that began at an early age as well as how her past trauma led to her career path and how she uses self-care to maintain her mental, emotional and physical health.To learn more about Katie and her speaking business, you can follow her on Instagram or visit her website!Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email us at tbh.today@gmail.com.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a behavioral health stigma reduction campaign for youth, transitional aged youth and their families in Santa Clara County, created by Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Community Benefit Program.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayMusic: Julia SteeleRecorded: December 10, 2020

In this episode of the To Be Honest podcast, we chat with Jannet Ly (the Co-Founder of PUL Technologies) who shares her experience with mental health and alcoholism (Content Warning: alcohol use is discussed throughout the duration of this episode). Jannet touches on her experience with depression and anxiety, her prior dependence on alcohol and how she maintains her recovery. Jannet also shares how difficult it can be to address mental health issues in the Asian American community and how she approached the subject when she needed help with her mom.Learn more about Jannet and follow along on her mental health journey on Instagram!Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email us at tbh.today@gmail.com.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a behavioral health stigma reduction campaign for youth, transitional aged youth and their families in Santa Clara Count, created by Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Community Benefit Program.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayMusic: Julia SteeleRecorded: November 17, 2020

In this mini-episode, we're talking to Yuliya Sivan a local youth who shares her personal experience with Trichotillomania, a mental health condition in which one experiences,  "recurrent, irresistible urges to pull out hair from your scalp, eyebrows or other areas of your body, despite trying to stop" (Mayo Clinic).Yuliya shares how Trichotillomania impacts her daily life, the pressures to "fit in" and how she uses Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to help her cope. To learn more about Yuliya or if you'd like to take Yuliya up on her offer to chat about mental health, you can follow her on Instagram.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email us at tbh.today@gmail.com.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a behavioral health stigma reduction campaign for youth, transitional aged youth and their families in Santa Clara Count, created by Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Community Benefit Program.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayMusic: Julia Steele Recorded: November 12, 2020

Today on the podcast, we are talking with Jenn Johal, MPH, a Community Education Trainer and certified Mental health first aid trainer for Crisis Support Services of Alameda County. Through her work, she provides both suicide prevention trainings as well as mental health first aid trainings which equip adults with the knowledge and information needed to notice the signs and symptoms of a mental health crisis. She also works on the receiving end of Alameda County's 24/7  crisis line and can provide some insight into what it's like to call a crisis line. To learn more about Crisis Support Services of Alameda, please visit their website and follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Youth in Alameda County can also access the 24/7 Crisis Line by dialing 1-800-309-2131 or text SAFE to 20121 between 4pm and 11pm. For those outside of Alameda County, please call the National Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255. Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email us at tbh.today@gmail.com.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a behavioral health stigma reduction campaign for youth, transitional aged youth and their families in Santa Clara Count, created by Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Community Benefit Program.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayRecorded: November 9, 2020

Today on the podcast, we are talking with Amy Kaur,  a recent San Jose State University graduate and mental health advocate who talks to us about the impact changes and life transitions have on one's mental health as well as the importance of mental health among recent graduates and individuals new to the workforce. She is also a member of the To Be Honest Advisory Group!To learn more about Amy, you can visit her website or follow her on Instagram or LinkedIn.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email us at tbh.today@gmail.com.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a behavioral health stigma reduction campaign for youth, transitional aged youth and their families in Santa Clara Count, created by Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Community Benefit Program.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayRecorded: November 4, 2020

Today on the podcast, we are talking with Ruben Escalante who is the Studio Manager and Program Mentor at DMCStudio, a program of MACLA (Movimiento de Arte y Cultura Latino Americana) as well as an Art Curator for Emo Kids of Color! Ruben shares their experience working with youth in the community, the impact of stigmas around behavioral health in the latinx community and their personal passion for the arts.To learn more about Ruben and Emo Kids of Color, follow them on Instagram: @emo_kids_of_color or @_spnge. Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email us at tbh.today@gmail.com.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a behavioral health stigma reduction campaign for youth, transitional aged youth and their families in Santa Clara Count, created by Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Community Benefit Program.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayRecorded: October 26, 2020

Today on the podcast, we are talking with Annie Xu,  a local from Saratoga, CA. who is now a student at Rice University and the creator of The Chaotic Calm Podcast!To learn more about Annie and listen to The Chaotic Calm Podcast, please visit Spotify or join The Chaotic Calm community on Instagram and Facebook!Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email us at tbh.today@gmail.com.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a behavioral health stigma reduction campaign for youth, transitional aged youth and their families in Santa Clara Count, created by Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Community Benefit Program.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayRecorded: October 20, 2020

Today on the podcast, we are talking with Mai Abe,  a board certified music therapist and founder/creator of Creative Vibes Music Therapy.If you're interested in Mai's services, please visit creativevibesmt.com or check out Creative Vibes on Facebook, Twitter or YouTube!Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email us at tbh.today@gmail.com.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a behavioral health stigma reduction campaign for youth, transitional aged youth and their families in Santa Clara Count, created by Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Community Benefit Program.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayRecorded: October 27, 2020

Today on the podcast, we are talking with Julia Steele,  a local singer and songwriter! Julia shares background on the car accident that triggered her mental health issues and how music plays an important role in her recovery process. Fun fact: Julia is also the creator of the TBH Podcast Intro music. To learn more about Julia, you can follow her on Instagram @joolaieth, or listen to her music on Apple Music, Spotify and other streaming services under the name "Julia Steele" or "Little Blue Bedroom" or on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/joolaiethThank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about their experience(s) with mental health and substance use.If you would like to share your own behavioral health story, please email us at tbh.today@gmail.com.  Learn more about the To Be Honest campaign and discover resources at www.tobehonest.todayFollow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a behavioral health stigma reduction campaign for youth, transitional aged youth and their families in Santa Clara Count, created by Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Community Benefit Program.Editors: Avery Cruz & Peyton DillehayRecorded: October 23, 2020

Welcome to the To Be Honest podcast! In this introduction episode, host Avery Cruz introduces the podcast, the To Be Honest campaign and what we hope to accomplish. This podcast is for YOU and we hope that we can reduce the stigma around behavioral health together.If you have a story to share or a unique perspective and are interested in becoming a guest on the podcast, please email tbh.today@gmail.com.Learn more about the campaign at tobehonest.today!Follow us!Instagram: @tobehonest.todayFacebook: @TobehonestTodayTwitter: @tobehonesttodayTo Be Honest is a behavioral health stigma reduction campaign for youth, transitional aged youth and their families in Santa Clara Count, created by Momentum for Health and sponsored by District 4 Inventory Funds (Santa Clara County), Republic Urban Properties and Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Community Benefit Program.