From Struggle to Social Work: Sarah Rollins' Journey | Tracking Happiness Podcast Ep. 10
Welcome to the tenth episode of the Tracking Happiness Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Rollins, a social worker from Metro Detroit.
Sarah opens up about her early struggle with an eating disorder during middle school and high school, her transformative experience in a residential treatment program, and how it influenced her career path. We delve into the stigma surrounding mental health issues, and Sarah's journey toward recovery and becoming a therapist herself.
Join us for an insightful conversation on overcoming mental health struggles and finding purpose.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:44 Sarah's Background and Role as a Social Worker
06:06 Early Signs and Struggles with Eating Disorders
11:15 Realization and Seeking Help
18:21 Residential Treatment Experience
19:12 Reflecting on the Best Experience
19:33 Community and Recovery
20:50 Challenges and Adjustments
22:45 Dealing with Stigma
27:18 Reintegration and Continued Therapy
33:14 The Role of Personal Experience in Social Work
36:45 Final Thoughts and Advice
