Teens Tap In

Join co-hosts Sarah and Faith for an honest, unfiltered conversations about life's unexpected twists and how to actually get through them 🎙️ No filters, no perfect answers, just two people keeping it real about navigating setbacks, starting over, and figuring out what comes next ✨ If you have ever felt like you were the only one struggling through a tough chapter, this is your reminder that you a...

✨ New Episode Alert! ✨ Teens Tap In co-host, Sara, and Outreach’s Clinical Program Director, Maggie Zangara, are joined this month by the incredible Tim Curry - this year’s keynote speaker at the Outreach Connections Gala 💚 From the power of meaningful connection 💬 to building resilience through life’s toughest moments 💪, this conversation dives deep into what it takes to lead, grow and thriv...

Self-care looks different for everyone, but somewhere between daily 10-step skincare routines 🧴, cutting people off without a second thought 🚫, and the rise of the “healing out loud” era 💬, things got complicated. In this month’s episode of Teens Tap In, co-hosts Faith and Sara get real about what self-care actually means 💭, when boundaries start to look like avoidance 🚧, and how to truly tak...

Now that we’re well into February, the New Year’s #resolutions you set at the beginning of the year might not be top of mind anymore ... but that's okay! It’s the perfect time to rethink what real growth looks like.  This month’s episode of Teens Tap In sparks an honest conversation about the stigmas and misconceptions surrounding resolutions. 🎙️💬 Listen now at the link in bio or on your preferre...

Join podcast hosts Sara and Faith and Maggie, Outreach's Clinical Program Director, for a heartfelt discussion about the mixed emotions that often surface during the holidays. 🎙️💙 They delve into the various forms of grief and loss that can weigh heavily on us during this time of year.   Listen in for reassurance that it's okay not to embrace the holiday cheer—whatever you're feeling is completel...

Hosts Lily, Faith, and Sara explore the truth about making college friends 💭—what works, what's uncomfortable 😬, and what nobody seems to mention. They also dive into the stress of applying to college 📚✨, swapping stories and sharing tips to help you feel less overwhelmed by the whole process. Directed and produced by: Maggie Zangara

Season 5 of Teens Tap In is HERE! 🎉 Meet your new co-hosts, Lily & Faith, as they kick off the season with the rest of the members of the 2025-26 Outreach College Crew. They're diving deep into: 🧠 Mental health journeys ❤️‍🔥 Passion for advocacy 🌎 Big dreams for change on campus & beyond This inspiring crew is driven and ready to make an impact. Don’t miss their powerful convo — hit pl...

You don't want to miss this week's episode of Teens Tap In! For Kate and Grace's final episode as your co-hosts, they sit down with Casey Bowles, a school counselor at Mt. Lebanon High School, to discuss the transition from high school to college and how to navigate senior year challenges, particularly college applications. Students will learn tips to separate their self-worth from the outcomes of...

Join Kate, Grace and Maggie Zangara, Program Manager, for an episode on volunteering. Whether you're looking to make a difference in your community or seeking ways to boost your own wellbeing, this episode will leave you inspired and equipped with practical ideas for getting involved. Tune in to learn how volunteering can be a win-win for both your mental health and your community. Directed and pr...

Teens Tap In is marking Mental Health Month with an insightful discussion on effective ways both teens and adults can offer and request support during challenging times. Your podcast co-hosts are joined by Maggie Zangara, Outpatient Therapist and Program Manager at Outreach, for a conversation that provides practical guidance on how to initiate support for friends in need. Finding the right words...

Your "Teens Tap In" podcast co-hosts, Kate and Grace, are back for another exciting episode! This month, they sit down with Kelly Gyurina, a mom of three and a passionate mental health advocate. Their conversation explores the differences between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in parenting. From guiding without pressure to encouraging curiosity-driven growth, they discuss how parents have the...

Tune in this month to Teens Tap In for a heartfelt episode as co-hosts Kate and Grace sit down to celebrate the incredible career of Mary Birks, Executive Director of Outreach Teen & Family Services. After leading Outreach for more than a decade, Mary is preparing for her next big adventure - retirement! This episode reflects on her journey, the challenges she’s overcome, and the lasting impac...

Listen in as the OCC members, Kate, Grace and Lily candidly share their real-world experiences with social media - from strengthening friendships and finding communities to managing comparison culture and digital drama and cyberbullying. Get an unfiltered look at how platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat shape their social connections and emotional wellbeing, all from their own unique per...

*** WARNING: This episode touches on sensitive topics, including suicide and mental illness, so please listen with care. If you are experiencing active symptoms of severe depression and/or suicidal ideation, contact Resolve Crisis Network at (888) 796-8226 or go to your local emergency room. We strongly encourage you to listen with a trusted adult and process your thoughts with them after listenin...

In this month's episode of Teens Tap In, your co-hosts, Kate and Grace, are joined by Dr. Alan Yeasted, Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer Emeritus of St. Clair Health. Together, they discuss Dr. Yeasted's journey into medicine, the biggest challenges present in healthcare today, and how mental and physical health intersect. Tune in to hear practical advice on managing stress, improvi...

In this month's episode of Teens Tap In, fellow Outreach College Crew member Lily Simons joins podcast co-hosts Grace and Kate to discuss the importance of gratitude and spreading joy in the upcoming holiday season. They share what they are personally grateful for, explore how we can spread gratitude, and discuss ways to find happiness during the holidays. This episode is perfect for anyone who wo...

In this episode of Teens Tap In, your hosts, Kate and Grace, sit down with Outreach's Clinical Director, Kaitlyn Pry, to unravel the complex cycle of anxiety and depression. Together, they explore the leading causes of rising anxiety and depression rates, what it’s like to feel trapped in these cycles, and practical ways to support friends and loved ones who may be struggling. Whether you’re looki...

It's here!!! Season 4 of Teens Tap In starts today with a brand new episode! Get to know Grace Myers & Kate Yang, your new podcast hosts for the upcoming season. Both seniors in high school, they've taken college-level courses at Harvard and Yale and are super excited to bring you an exciting new season of mental health topics for today's teens & young adults. Tune in now to hear them disc...

Kate Yang, one of our new podcast hosts and Maggie Zangara, Outreach's Program Manager, meet with Brian Cuban, younger brother of Mark Cuban, to discuss his mental health and wellness journey, starting from his time at Mt. Lebanon High School. From two different eating disorders to depression to drug addiction, Brian details his story: both his struggles and his journey to recovery and self-accept...

Have you ever wondered what it means to be a humanitarian? Or what about an activist? In this month's episode of Teens Tap In, special guest Roman Benty discusses his work on the LIGHT Education Initiative. For those who are wanting to find a way to impact your community, Roman expresses the importance of first understanding our roots and history. Join podcast host Jackie Barilar and Outreach's Pr...

This month's podcast is centered around the six dimensions of wellness - Occupational, Physical, Emotional, Spiritual, Social & Intellectual. Here, fellow college student Sydney Schwartz joins our Teens Tap In co-hosts, Jackie and Gina, in discussing the college lifestyle and how these dimensions of wellness look for each of them at this point in their lives. Sydney emphasizes the significance...

Finding the right career path can be challenging and confusing. Following your passions and networking with people in fields you're interested in can be essential to discovering what you want to do. In this month's episode of Teens Tap In, our co-hosts Gina and Jackie talk with St. Clair Health representative Kaitlin DeFazio about ways to tackle obstacles to career growth. Kaitlin shares her own j...

A part of the Outreach College Crew is for each member to find an aspect of mental health they are interested in and dive deeper. Listen to today's episode to find out what our podcast hosts are passionate about! Co-hosts Jackie and Gina elaborate on their areas of interests in mental health. Jackie discusses the effects of a loved one experiencing dementia and ways to cope during that hard time....

This month's episode of Teens Tap In is a fun switch up from our usual content. Outreach College Crew (OCC) member Aiwen (Erin) Chen interviews our very own Executive Director, Mark Birks, to learn how Outreach originated and to celebrate the impact our agency has had over the past 50 years. Erin and the other OCC members also discuss with Mary their experiences and observations regarding school r...

Dr. Elizabeth Richey is a professor of psychology at the University of Pittsburgh. She joins our co-hosts Jackie & Gina for this month's episode of Teens Tap In to discuss how learning and motivation have a tremendous impact on the field of education. Take a listen as she shares insight into research that can help anyone become more aware of how to harness their motivation and values to be suc...