From Loss to Healing: Stephanie's Journey of Overcoming Mental Health Struggles | Tracking Happiness Podcast Ep. 14
Join me on this episode of the Tracking Happiness Podcast as I talk with Stephanie, a licensed marriage and family therapist from Florida.
Stephanie shares her experiences of dealing with personal mental health struggles, including anxiety, OCD, and an eating disorder, which stemmed from the traumatic loss of her father at a young age.
We discuss her journey from recognizing the need for help to seeking therapy and eventually turning her personal experiences into a professional calling as a therapist. Stephanie dives into the importance of self-help, family support, and telehealth in accessing mental health care.
00:00 Introduction
05:08 Stephanie's Mental Health Journey
09:15 The Turning Point and Recovery
16:10 Moving to Los Angeles and Continued Growth
21:54 Therapeutic Work and Overcoming Challenges
27:47 Challenges in Accessing Care
29:53 Journey to Becoming a Therapist
31:26 The Impact of Specialized Education
41:46 Advice for Those Struggling
