Seen & Heard: A Podcast About Teen Mental Health

Charlotte and Lucy explore how teens in social isolation often face a ruthless critic: themselves. They share some additional thoughts about Lauren’s story, and close out Seen & Heard. Learn More. Seen & Heard is brought to you by the Departments of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at Dartmouth Health.

Kay Jankowski, a psychologist at Dartmouth Health and expert in childhood trauma, deepens our understanding of Lauren’s story. Learn More. Seen & Heard is brought to you by the Departments of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at Dartmouth Health.

After a difficult family experience, Lauren is ambushed by traumatic flashbacks at school. She learns several practices that she can do on her own that prove surprisingly powerful. Learn More. Seen & Heard is brought to you by the Departments of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at Dartmouth Health.

With a focus on Brenna’s experience, Charlotte and Lucy contrast how society talks about mental and physical health, and the negative impact that difference can have on how people with mental health diagnoses see themselves.  Learn More. Seen & Heard is brought to you by the Departments of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at Dartmouth Health.

One of Brenna’s teachers, Peter, lets her eat lunch in his classroom and checks in with her regularly. Brenna remembers Peter’s support years later. Sarah Clark, a psychologist at Dartmouth Health, offers additional insight on the needs of teens like Brenna. Learn More. Seen & Heard is brought to you by the Departments of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at Dartmouth Health.

Brenna doesn’t expect anyone to fix her OCD. She wants validation and spaces where she feels safe to be herself. Learn More. Seen & Heard is brought to you by the Departments of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at Dartmouth Health.  

EPISODE 6: Charlotte and Lucy discuss connection, validation, and healthy coping mechanisms, with a focus on A.J.’s story. Learn More. Seen & Heard is brought to you by the Departments of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at Dartmouth Health.

EPISODE 5: A.J. draws strength and insight from his connection with William, who runs the restorative justice program at A.J.’s school. Caroline Christie, a social worker in both schools and health systems, offers additional insight. Learn More. Seen & Heard is brought to you by the Departments of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at Dartmouth Health.

EPISODE 4: As A.J. drifts into social isolation, he wrestles with depression and negative thoughts. He finds his way out, through new friendships, new activities focused on helping others, and new understanding of how childhood trauma shaped him.   Learn More. Seen & Heard is brought to you by the Departments of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at Dartmouth Health.

EPISODE 3 - Host Charlotte Bausha talks with her friend and mentor Lucy Pilcher about teen mental health and the importance of supportive connections between teens and adults. They draw further insight from Ellie’s story. Learn More. Seen & Heard is brought to you by the Departments of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at Dartmouth Health.

EPISODE 2: Ellie’s creative writing teacher, Stephanie, offers unexpected support without even realizing it. Christina Moore, a psychologist at Dartmouth Health, puts Ellie’s experience in a larger context.  Learn More. Seen & Heard is brought to you by the Departments of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at Dartmouth Health.

EPISODE 1: Ellie’s summer took a painful turn when she faced a traumatic workplace experience. Back at school for her senior year, a new opportunity helped her find her footing and step toward recovery. Learn More. Seen & Heard is brought to you by the Departments of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at Dartmouth Health.