Accompanying Women in the Arena of Mental Health
In this episode, Sarah sits down again with Carly to explore how to best accompany women in various stages of life in the arena of mental health. They discuss the complexities of postpartum depression, its prevalence, and the importance of seeking help. They talk about the necessity of self-care and setting boundaries. Carly also provides insights on how parents can connect and walk with their adolescent children as they are growing in their capacity to know themselves and relate to the world around them. This conversation offers encouragement for women and a reminder that they are not alone in their struggles.
Other highlights from this episode:
Practicals for recognizing the signs and symptoms of postpartum depression and the importance of support systems.
The impact of social media on women's mental health.
The importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing self care for the sake of best loving those in our lives.
The value of listening in our relationships.
The importance of normalizing conversations about mental health.
Women should feel empowered to advocate for their mental health.
Carly Nolan is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Board Certified Counselor with 14 years of experience in both school and clinical mental health settings. She has a Masters of Education in Counselor Education from the University of New Orleans. She currently works in a private practice where she treats adults for a wide variety of issues that include anxiety and depression, grief and loss, women’s issues, divorce, and issues stemming from life transitions.
Carly first discovered her desire to become a counselor through attending counseling (begrudgingly) as a teenager, and found the experience so transformative that she wanted to recreate that for others.
Carly thinks that the relationship between the counselor and client is a powerful force for change and is grateful for the trust and vulnerability her clients place in her. In her sessions, she also practices Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps people become more aware of their thought patterns and learn to correct them in order to feel more balanced moods and be able to engage in behavior that is helpful to them. She is amazed every day at the courage her clients display as they work to feel better and change their lives.
In her free time, Carly enjoys spending time with her friends and family, puttering around her garden, and spending time in nature. She is also a sucker for a good story in any form, whether it’s a book, movie, podcast, or TV show.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Carly Nolan, LPC (Click here to view the website for Carly’s private practice.)
