In our latest episode of the JCAC podcast, Erica and Counselor Claire Booz dive into the critical topic of mental health for college students. This episode offers essential insights and practical advice to help students effectively manage their mental well-being.

The Impact of Mental Health & Counseling Approaches: Mental health profoundly affects academic success and social interactions. Claire discusses how mental well-being influences these areas and shares her eclectic counseling methods tailored to college students' unique needs. These techniques provide essential support for navigating academic and personal challenges.

Suppressing Emotions, Pressures, & Personal Experiences: The episode explores the dangers of suppressing emotions under academic and social pressures. Claire and Erica discuss coping strategies and share personal stories about the high expectations placed on students, highlighting how these pressures impact mental health.

Navigating Social Connections & Authentic Relationships: Maintaining healthy social relationships is crucial for mental well-being. The episode offers advice on managing interactions and distinguishing between authentic and inauthentic connections, emphasizing the importance of fostering genuine relationships.

Mental Health Impacts of Fears, Decision-Making, & Reflection: Claire and Erica examine how fears—both academic and social—affect mental health and provide strategies for managing them. They also discuss the importance of making thoughtful decisions and taking time for reflection to address personal needs and goals.

Barriers to Asking for Help & Building Support Networks: The episode addresses common obstacles to seeking help and offers strategies to overcome them. Claire highlights the importance of building a strong relationship with a counselor and encourages students to actively seek out and utilize support resources for enhanced mental health.

Tune in for valuable strategies and expert insights on managing mental health challenges in college.