Holiday Stressors

In the first episode of its kind, Mental Health Matters goes to the streets! Real folks from the community ask how to deal with personal and sometimes stressful situations that arise during the holiday season. Host Shannon Eliot chats with BJ North, peer...

Compassion Fatigue

A caretaker’s job is rarely easy. Whether you’re a counselor, parent, health professional, etc. it can come with a physical and mental toll. How do you manage your own health and wellness, when you’re in charge of another’s care? Guests Beverly...

Bullying

Bullying is a stressor that anyone can deal with at any time, no matter what the age. Host Shannon Eliot interviews Vicki Abadesco, Executive Director of Soul Shoppe, and Michelle Mateo, a parent and mental health advocate. The two share their views on self-care...

Peer Specialist Certification

Host Shannon Eliot chats with two peer support experts to discuss the concept of peer support and the new certification process for peer specialists. Sharon Kuehn is the Program Manager for PEERS and Jia Broussard is a peer specialist for Bonita House.

How to Choose A Therapist

So you’ve made the decision that you want to pursue therapy. But where do you start, and how do you find the right therapist for you? Join Mental Health Matters host Shannon Eliot and guests Joshua Kogut and therapist Philipe Harrington as they share their...