MMHS: Supporting the Supporters

summary This episode explores the traumatic impact of witnessing violence and injustice through social media and live events, including ICE agent violence, natural disasters, and the COVID pandemic. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing trauma symptoms and seeking therapeutic support to cope.

In this episode of the Mentally My Health Services podcast, host Trina Bass delves into the critical topic of trauma and the importance of discussing it for emotional well-being. She begins by defining trauma as a person's emotional response to distressing experiences, emphasizing that traumatic events can be sudden and unpredictable, leading to feelings of insecurity and anxiety. Trina highlights...

In this inaugural episode of the Mentally My Health Services podcast, host Trina Bass discusses the unique challenges faced by supporters in the social service field, including caregivers, healthcare professionals, and educators. She emphasizes the overwhelming demands placed on these individuals and the lack of support they often experience. Trina invites listeners to share their struggles and en...

In this episode of Mentally My Health Services, host Trina Bass discusses the importance of therapy, differentiating it from life coaching, and emphasizing its necessity for everyone, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. She explores the various roles of mental health professionals, the benefits of therapy, and the potential consequences of neglecting mental health. Trina encourages li...

In this episode of the Mentally My Health Services podcast, host Trina Bass discusses the challenges faced by caregivers and social service professionals, focusing on secondary trauma and the importance of therapy. The episode emphasizes self-care, recognizing signs of vicarious trauma, and managing emotional triggers to prevent burnout.