Navigating school or work as a young adult is challenging enough — adding a cancer diagnosis can make it feel overwhelming.

In this episode, we explore how young adults living with cancer can find balance, support, and purpose in their educational and career paths. Listen to hear tips for the workplace or educational institute, laws to pay attention to, and more!

Disclaimer: I am not a legal, employment or education expert.

Resources:

Cancer and Careers: www.cancerandcareers.org

Triage Cancer: www.triagecancer.org

Cancer Hope Network: www.cancerhopenetwork.org

Young Adult Survivors United: www.yasurvivors.org

Cancer Support Community: www.cancersupportcommunity.org

Website: https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com

Book: “Anxiety In My Body” https://www.amazon.com/Anxiety-My-Body-Jordan-Long/dp/B0DX18Y4GZ/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0

Instagram: @just_therapist_things

E-Guides: ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things

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Trigger warning: suicide, death, and grief.

In honor of September being Suicide Awareness Month, this episode spreads awareness regarding suicidal ideation specifically when it comes to people who are affected by chronic health conditions. This episode discusses suicide awareness and prevalence generally, important language when discussing suicide, suicidal ideation specifically related to chronic illness, and supportive resources and tools.

For any type of suicidal ideation, it is necessary to take it seriously, assess for intent and plan, establish protective factors, a safety plan, and take safety measures if warranted.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call 911 or 988.

This is not a substitute for therapy, or substitute for a safety intervention.

You are never alone.

Resources:

Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/

Didi Hirsch Suicide Prevention: https://didihirsch.org

Peer to peer support: https://www.intandemhealth.net

Cancer Support Groups by state: https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org

Chronic illness and rare disease Support Groups: https://www.thecenterforchronicillness.org/programs

This is the seventh episode in my series of “Diagnosing” where I, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, analyze and, if necessary, diagnose fictional characters from TV and movies.

In this episode I analyze and diagnose characters from the hit series The Summer I Turned Pretty (:

In honor of the last two episodes coming out this week and next, hear my takes on diagnoses, and treatment recommendations for some of the main series characters!

Thanks for listening!

*Disclaimer: this podcast episode is just for entertainment, not meant to be used to diagnose and treat real people. Over-diagnosing is a big issue, so I am only analyzing and diagnosing based on how the character presents on television or in a movie, and if it warrants a diagnosis in my professional opinion.

This episode is simply for information and entertainment purposes. This episode is not a substitute for therapy.

Website: https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com

Book: “Anxiety In My Body” https://www.amazon.com/Anxiety-My-Body-Jordan-Long/dp/B0DX18Y4GZ/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0

Instagram: @just_therapist_things

E-Guides: ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things

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A serious medical diagnosis—like cancer or a chronic illness—can turn a family’s world upside down. But it doesn’t have to break it.

In this episode, I share guidance on how to navigate these challenging conversations, including age-appropriate communication strategies, common questions children may ask, and ways to emotionally prepare yourself. Whether you're supporting your own child or working with a family in crisis, this episode offers practical tools to approach the conversation with honesty and compassion.

Book recommendations:

• “The Invisible String” by Patrice Karst
• “The Memory Box; A Book About Grief” by Joanna Rowland
• “The Little Green Monster: Cancer Magic” By Sharon Chappell
• “Chicken Soup For the Soul: The Cancer Book” by Jack Canfield
• “Oliver’s Story-For Sibs of Kids with Cancer” by Michael Dodd
• “Our Family Has Cancer, Too!” by Christine Clifford
• “Because…Someone I love Has Cancer” by American Cancer Society

Local and National Resources for kids:

• Cancer Support Community (CSC) www.CancerSupportCommunity.org
• Camp Kesem www.CampKesem.org
• Imaginary Friend Society https://www.imaginaryfriendsociety.com/films
• Walk with Sally https://walkwithsally.org

Website: https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com

Book: “Anxiety In My Body” https://www.amazon.com/Anxiety-My-Body-Jordan-Long/dp/B0DX18Y4GZ/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0

Instagram: @just_therapist_things

E-Guides: ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things

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This episode reflects on what type of mental health assessments Marriage and Family Therapists (MFTs) are trained and licensed to do. Whether you're thinking about implementing assessments in your practice or already do, this episode will help you feel more confident navigating assessment in your clinical work.

This episode covers...

• Common assessments in the categories of psychological, neuropsychological, and psycho-educational assessments
• Specific assessments that MFT's can legally and ethically administer, or not
• When an assessment may be indicated to support a client
• Screeners, questionnaires, and other surveys that may be clinically appropriate and....
• More!

Website: https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com

Book: “Anxiety In My Body” https://www.amazon.com/Anxiety-My-Body-Jordan-Long/dp/B0DX18Y4GZ/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0

Instagram: @just_therapist_things

E-Guides: ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things

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Today marks one year since starting my private practice Vital Mind Therapy!

I didn’t always know I wanted to be a business owner or have my own private practice. But looking back over the past year, there were subtle signs—values, interests, and moments of clarity—that pointed me in this direction.

This episode shares some of those reflections: the clues I overlooked at the time, and how they ultimately shaped my decision to build something of my own.

This first year of private practice has been challenging, energizing, humbling, and incredibly fulfilling—and I truly wouldn’t have it any other way.

If you're on a similar path (or a completely different one), I’d love to hear about it. Feel free to comment or DM me!

Website: ⁠https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com⁠

Book: “Anxiety In My Body” ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Anxiety-My-Body-Jordan-Long/dp/B0DX18Y4GZ/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0⁠

Instagram: @just_therapist_things

E-Guides: ⁠⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things⁠

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The "summer slump." What it is, why it happens, and how to deal with it.

Website: https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com

Book: “Anxiety In My Body” https://www.amazon.com/Anxiety-My-Body-Jordan-Long/dp/B0DX18Y4GZ/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0

Instagram: @just_therapist_things

E-Guides: ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things

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This episode explores the little known therapy niche called Medical Family Therapy. MedFT aims to further close the gap between physical and mental health, and recognizes how medical challenges affect the entire family unit. This episode details the credentialing therapists need to be a MedFT, the origins of this specialization, why it is important, and more!

Book mentions:

“Between Two Kingdoms: A Memoir of a Life Interrupted” by Suleika Jaouad

“An Invisible Kingdom: Reimagining Chronic Illness” by Meghan O'Rourke

My information:

Website: https://www.vital-mind-therapy.com

Book: “Anxiety In My Body” on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and other retailers

Instagram: @just_therapist_things

E-Guides: ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things

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