Ep 38 Understanding Anxiety, Overcoming Stigma: A Dialogue with Shobha George, LCSW

The TeleWellness Hub Podcast

Imagine what it would be like if accessing mental health care was as easy as making a phone call. Imagine too, the relief of finding effective help for anxiety that fits seamlessly into your daily life. This dream is the reality for clients of Shobha George, owner of Manas therapy, our guest for today, who brings 25 years of experience in the mental health field and a wealth of knowledge on how telehealth is breaking down barriers and combating stigma in mental health.
As the curtain lifts on mental health, we explore the shadowed contours of anxiety disorders, their symptoms, and prevalence. From the youngest child to the oldest adult, anxiety spares no one. Yet, stigma continues to discourage many from seeking help. Together with Shobha, we dissect this stigma, especially in private practice settings, and reveal strategies to combat it, such as creating a non-judgmental environment and supplementing therapy with exercise and mental health apps.
Shifting gears towards treatment, we delve into Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, often used in conjunction with medication, for handling anxiety disorders. We shed light on exposure therapy, a specific approach for phobias, panic disorders, and social anxiety, driving home the point that help is available and accessible. Finally, we navigate the tricky terrain of decision-making processes and how specialized clinicians can guide us. All throughout our wellness journey, our goal remains constant and clear – to break the stigma of mental health and raise awareness about available treatments. Join us, as we journey towards understanding, acceptance, and healing.
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1. Ep 38 Understanding Anxiety, Overcoming Stigma: A Dialogue with Shobha George, LCSW (00:00:00)

2. Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health (00:00:05)

3. Understanding Anxiety and Reducing Stigma (00:10:47)

4. Overcoming Stigma, Building Support in Therapy (00:17:19)

5. CBT for Anxiety Disorders (00:26:47)

6. Process of Decision-Making and Encouragement (00:32:38)