Discussing mental health is difficult for everyone, especially for those who experience their own mental health challenges. Our society has made this a taboo topic, which only exacerbates the issue. As we all know, when mental health is not talked about, the stigma continues, leaving people who are suffering alone and in silence. Here are some quick tips on how to stay informed for yourself and the people in your life to keep the conversation going and help end the stigma.
Educate yourself.
Talk about it.
Do your part to help destigmatize mental health, because it won’t happen on it’s own! You can really make a difference, even if just to one person.
About the author:
Michelle Lozano, LMFT received her Master of Marriage and Family Therapy from Northwestern University- Evanston, IL, and Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Loyola University Chicago. Michelle’s treatment approach includes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and mindfulness techniques and psycho-education.
Michelle completed her clinical internship at The Family Institute – Evanston, IL, conducting individual, couple and family therapy in the outpatient clinic. Here, Michelle worked primarily with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression and related disorders on emotion regulation, developing adaptive coping skills and enhancing their relationships with their significant others. Michelle believes in working collaboratively with clients on their goals, and approaches every client with her relatable, comforting and warm presence. Michelle has obtained advanced training in the treatment of OCD, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Trichotillomania, skin picking and other anxiety disorders.