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Trigger Warning: Discussions around suicide and self-harm.
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This week on Therapy Talks we discuss suicide prevention, mental health and the need for systemic change with our guest Holly Zell. Holly shares her wisdom on the importance of acknowledging and supporting the complex and often misunderstood feelings around suicide. This episode takes a profound look at the pressing issue of reaching out for help and recognizing the obstacles of stigma and panic that can hinder one's willingness to share their thoughts. She also shares her personal story that ignited her path towards psychology.
In this Episode:
- Learn about creating personalized safety plans that consider individual needs and preferences.
- Explore the significance of helping individuals find reasons to continue living to provide time for support and intervention.
- Suicide prevention goes beyond therapy and includes addressing systemic issues like systemic oppression and building strong community support systems.
- Promoting open conversations about suicidal thoughts without judgment or immediate overreactions is vital in reducing stigma and facilitating support.
- How to respond if a friend or loved one shares suicidal thoughts.
Holly Zell holds a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling and has been practicing since 2017. Holly practices from a person-centered lens, emphasizing the client as the expert in their life and needs. Their goal is to create a comfortable space for clients to explore, reflect, and make decisions based on their own values. Holly is well-versed in various trauma treatments, suicide prevention, and eating disorders. Holly Zell approaches their practice from a justice and systems-centered perspective, challenging societal narratives. Concurrently, Holly is a PhD student at Oregon State University, researching community-based suicide prevention in queer and trans communities.
Find Out More About Holly Zell:
Website: https://www.garnetcounseling.com/
Learn More About Switch Research:
Website: https://switchresearch.org/
Instagram: @switchresearch
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