Show Notes
Erin Tate, a licensed clinical social worker from Montana joins Jo-Ann and Candida for a compelling conversation. Erin shares insights from her private practice, Dragonfly Counseling, which is dedicated to serving communities in need, regardless of their ability to pay. The discussion highlights the increasing levels of anxiety among adolescents, exacerbated by the pandemic and its impact on social development. They explore how anxiety often manifests in School environments, sometimes being mistaken for behavioral issues or lack of motivation.
The conversation also touches on the complexities of gender identity exploration in youth, particularly in rural areas like Montana, where resources and support may be limited. Erin emphasizes the importance of community and connection, both in navigating personal identity and coping with broader societal challenges.
Resources
Dragonfly Counseling https://dragonflybillings.org/
The Trevor Project https://www.thetrevorproject.org
Human Rights Campaign https://www.hrc.org
National Suicide Hotline https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org
NAMI https://www.nami.org
988 Text Line https://988lifeline.org
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