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Five stressed, sleep-deprived, yet energetic teens sit down and talk about the struggles that come with being a teenager. Is high school really as bad as everyone says? A podcast that's a coming-of-age story portrayed in real-time. A culmination of mistakes and growth and a reminder you're not alone.
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We talked to Schuyler Bailar, the first openly transgender NCAA Division I swimmer, about what issues trans people face and what we can do about it. Caroline Cull came on to tell us about what being asexual means and why more representation is needed, and finally, the United Nations Youth Envoy kicked off the episode with a conversation about the importance of youth activism.  #SwipingSafely is our Pride month campaign dedicated to raising awareness around the exploitation of LGBTQ+ youth in online spaces and how we can facilitate safer experiences. Throughout June, we'll be doing 6 episodes surrounding this issue. We'll be joined by influencers, experts, activists, and teens around the world who will talk to us about their experiences as a queer person.  Socials: @teenagertherapy Website: teenagertherapy.com  teenagertherapypodcast.com Send Us Something: P.O. Box 8396 Anaheim, CA 92812 #Trans #Asexual #Activism Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, we talk to a series of experts that give tips on how to deal with trauma, sexual assault, and complications in relationships. It was a great conversation that gives lots of insight into why teens are going on hookup apps, the consequences, and what we can do about it. Hope you enjoy it!   Experts in the video:  Timothy Elliott - Psychotherapist  Matthia Barker - Psychotherapist  Ebonique Bethea - RAINN’s Clinical Director for the Victim Services team #SwipingSafely is our Pride month campaign dedicated to raising awareness around the exploitation of LGBTQ+ youth in online spaces and how we can facilitate safer experiences. Throughout June, we'll be doing 6 episodes surrounding this issue. We'll be joined by influencers, experts, activists, and teens around the world who will talk to us about their experiences as a queer person.   Socials: @teenagertherapy  Website: teenagertherapy.com   teenagertherapypodcast.com   Send Us Something: P.O. Box 8396 Anaheim, CA 92812 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thank you for your support throughout the last five years. Teenager Therapy has been a constant for so long and you've all helped give our lives so much meaning. This is our last episode to you, I hope you give it a thoughtful listen. We know you'll all go on to live amazing, fulfilling, and thoughtful lives. Fall in love with your existence. We love you. <3 So what happens now? We'll be taking a break, but we're not going to disappear forever. Eventually, we'll be making our own individual shows but in the meantime, stay updated by following us on Instagram. Talk to you soon! @gaelaitor @_kaylasuarez @_thomaspham Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do we say this... the last episode of TT will air on September 18th. Surprise! After 5 years, Teenager Therapy is officially coming to an end. In this episode, we explain everything - why it's happening, what's next, and how to keep up with us. We're also going to ask you to send us a message, note, or anything else you wish to tell us before our last episode. DM it to us on Instagram @teenagertherapy !! Where to find us: Instagram @gaelaitor @_kaylasuarez @_thomaspham Unfinished Thoughts is Gael's other podcast @astrostudios.xyz is Kayla and Gael's podcast production company Visit dosomething.org/teenagertherapy to participate in Camp Reboot and add some tools to your mental health toolkit! You’ll even be entered for the opportunity to earn a $2,000 scholarship and other exclusive items! You can also follow them on IG @dosomething Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you feel mature or do you find yourself feeling like a kid still? In this episode, we explore why we unreasonably expect ourselves to act grown & mature, our craving to be youthful, and the process of letting ourselves be seen for who we are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to be happy

How to be happy

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Do you feel like you might never be truly happy? Do you avoid joy knowing it's temporary? In this episode, we talk about what it takes to be happy, how to be okay with sadness, and how to accept the endless journey towards happiness. News! Kayla and Gael started a podcast company, it's called Astro Studios. Their first show just came out and it's called Friendgroup. You can listen to it everywhere! You can also follow us on socials @teenagertherapy and follow Astro Studios @astrostudios.xyz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you hate yourself? Do you feel pessimistic about life? Are you constantly wondering why you're so harsh on yourself even when you know you don't deserve it? In this episode, we talk about self-hatred and how to continue forward when everything feels pointless. News! Kayla and Gael started a podcast company, it's called Astro Studios. Their first show just came out and it's called Friendgroup. You can listen to it here. You can also follow us on socials @teenagertherapy and follow Astro Studios @astrostudios.xyz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Change is uncomfortable but if life is change, then how do you come to terms and learn to accept the growing pains? In this episode, we talk about our experience with constant change, reverting back to old habits, and learning to deal with growing pains. News! Kayla and Gael started a podcast company, it's called Astro Studios. Their first show just came out and it's called Friendgroup. You can listen to it here. You can also follow us on socials @teenagertherapy and follow Astro Studios @astrostudios.xyz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A banter between 3 friends who are slightly sleep deprived, disoriented, and hungry. News! Kayla and Gael started a podcast company, it's called Astro Studios. Their first show just came out and it's called Friendgroup. You can listen to it here. You can also follow us on socials @teenagertherapy and follow Astro Studios @astrostudios.xyz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
do you ever feel like life is passing you by? being so focused on work or school that you forget stopping to rest is an option? in this episode, we talk about our longing to go back to simpler times, the growing pains of life, and how we wish we could rest. News! Kayla and Gael started a podcast company, it's called Astro Studios. Their first show just came out and it's called Friendgroup. You can listen to it here. You can also follow us on socials @teenagertherapy and follow Astro Studios @astrostudios.xyz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
have you and your friends fantasized about living together? in this episode, we talk about our experience living together for the past month, bad habits we've noticed in each other, and how having a functional household requires a lot of sacrifice. hope you enjoy! keep up with us on socials @teenagertherapy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Content Warning: In this week’s episode, we will be discussing issues that may be disturbing or triggering to some. Some things we will be discussing will include but are not limited to mentions of Sexual Assault, Coercion, Mental Health Struggles, etc. If you or someone you know is struggling, please refer to this episode description for resources and support. While this episode will not include either party from the following case, we are discussing it with their consent. Over a year ago, one of our podcast hosts was accused of SA. We were asked to hold them accountable but struggled to figure out what that meant. This episode is us reflecting on our response to a very serious situation, an apology for our shortcomings, and an attempt to understand what holding someone accountable looks like. For more information about accountability and alternative justice, go to www.safebae.org/360-schools/accountability-training/ *********** Unfortunately, the audio file for this episode got corrupted so we are forced to use our backup. Please excuse the poor audio quality. You will also notice we re-recorded certain parts to better reflect our feelings on the situation. Thank you for your patience. Resources National Sexual Assault Hotline (USA): Call 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or visit https://www.rainn.org/ RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): Offers support, information, and resources for survivors of sexual assault in the United States. Visit their website at https://www.rainn.org/ Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 (US) or 686868 (Canada) to connect with a trained crisis counselor. National Domestic Violence Hotline (USA): Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit https://www.thehotline.org/ 1in6: Offers support and resources for male survivors of sexual abuse. Visit their website at https://1in6.org/ Women's Aid (UK): Provides information and support for women experiencing domestic violence and sexual assault. Visit their website at https://www.womensaid.org.uk/ VictimConnect: Offers a helpline and online chat services for all victims of crime in the United States. Visit their website at https://victimconnect.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you think you self-sabotage? Are you able to accept love? Does your past trauma make it hard for you to open up again? In this episode, we talk about the difference between self-sabotaging and protecting yourself, intentionality in dating, and having the courage to open up while Thomas begins his dating adventures in NYC. Enjoy! News! Kayla and Gael started a podcast company, it's called Astro Studios. Their first show just came out and it's called Friendgroup. You can listen to it here. You can also follow us on socials @teenagertherapy and follow Astro Studios @astrostudios.xyz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you think social media traps you into only making friends with people you have mutuals with? Does it make it harder to get out of your social bubble? In this episode, we talk about how we decide who to be friends with, if mutuals make us more or less likely to be friend with someone, and ways to try to get out of our social bubble. Enjoy! Also this is our first episode filmed in NY! Woooo! You will also notice a camera crew in the room, that's for a secret project we're a part of that we'll tell you about later! Follow us on socials everywhere @teenagertherapy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you feel lonely even though you have friends surrounding you? Do you feel as if you're always on the search for a deeper connection? In this episode, we talk about feeling misunderstood, alone, and how to stay connected to friends despite distance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're moving to NY! Sorta... In this episode, we talk about how consequential these next 2 months will be, how radically different our life will look, and the pressure to figure out who we are and what we're doing with our life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
do you feel frustrated with your body? do you feel like you're in this never-ending journey of body positivity? in this episode, we talk about our experience losing a significant amount of weight, feeling bad regardless, and what we've learned about food & exercise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you're like Gael, you might struggle to be on time. It seems like no matter how hard you try, you will certainly be late. In this episode, we talk about a recent situation that left Thomas and Kayla feeling frustrated, the disrespectful nature of being late, and the thought process behind why some of us struggle to be on time more than others. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You know those situations make you realize wow... that's a very full circle moment? In this episode, we talk about the numerous full circle moments we've had and reflect on the childhood version of us that would have gone wild if we told them what has happened. We also dive into giving life meaning and how to ensure you live a fullfilling life. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We asked you to give us some gooood q&a questions and you delivered. Here's a casual episode that reveals how we would all m*rder each other... in case you've been wondering. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Hoda khedmati

Thnks🩷

Aug 10th
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Majid Ameri

🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺

Jan 10th
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Majid Ameri

love your podcasts 💜 sincerely yours: mazid😎

Dec 25th
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Fatemeh abasi

AMAZING

Jul 8th
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Fatemeh abasi

if you guys would speak louder that just would be great.

Jun 18th
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Setayesh Goodarzi

👏👏👏

Apr 16th
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kiana

Well damn...i actually needed that tbh. i can relate when people say they can't talk to their parents about their problems cuz they think this is a joke or a phase which shouldn't be cared about. like okay i fk that but if you can't be there when i need you, so please at least let me talk about my shits to a therapist!!! but hoooof... anyway... thanks for this episodeeeee:)

Feb 28th
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M i l k y T e a

I'm having this problem. I want to tell my friend that she is being a little toxic but I'm scared to tell her. What can I do to tell her or do I not tell her? Can you please help me.

Oct 3rd
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Zantilo

Just really cool people in general

Oct 2nd
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Zantilo

Awesome teenager podcast

Oct 2nd
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B.

This made me cry. Real shit. Sad shit.

Aug 10th
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Kelsey Eanes

I think that you dont have to necessarily believe your acne is beautiful, but that shouldn't stop you from believing you can be beautiful, while still having acne. idk if that makes sense but when you say acne isn't beautiful it makes a person think that because they have acne they CAN'T be beautiful or that their acne makes them less attractive. so I think that you dont have to think acne is beautiful but believe you're still beautiful even if you have it. hope that makes sense.

Jul 26th
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Yanky Spiegelman

And one more related comment about Asian parents: https://youtu.be/JTG54cLbXCg

Jul 23rd
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Yanky Spiegelman

Oh, and Gael, you played the therapist well in this episode. You ask good questions, you listen well.

Jul 23rd
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Yanky Spiegelman

I listened to Thomas's recounting of his experience running for president, and his honest and we'll articulated expression of his not feeling validated by his parents. I have heard that this pressure to be a superachiever is not uncommon with Asian parents in the US. I feel you. You can tell your parents how you feel but they may not understand as well as you would like. Sometimes we are born into a family that is less than perfect. Thomas has a lot of positive qualities and I'm sure he has and will accomplish awesome things. He is fortunate to have good friends (like you guys) who can give him the validation he needs. Everyone needs validation. On the other hand, it is also advisable not to care too much what people think of us. Anyway, Thomas, you're awesome, you're young, this too shall pass...

Jul 23rd
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teenager therapy enthusiast

I love terrace house its such a feel good cute tv show.

Nov 12th
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Angela

So glad I found this Podcast! I’m a mom of a fourteen year old boy who just started his first year of high school. I love listening to every one of you and all the things you go through as a teen. It’s courageous to speak out and express your feelings, wish more teens would do this. Keep up the good work... you all are amazing! 🌟

Sep 26th
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mohammad sadeghi

Hi friends . When I hear Thomas's voice .I feel he is very cool and clear .I like him . My name is Muhammad Farid I'm from Iran.

Sep 11th
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Annie

this episods feels highkey like a reality show i cried i laughed. friendship ! struggles ! arent ! talked ! about ! enough !

Aug 8th
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Yanky Spiegelman

Good episode guys. One correction. A person can avoid Type II diabetes by eating right and exercise/physical activity, but even if he develops diabetes he can reverse it by the same thing - serious physical activity and eating the right foods. Some physicians don't know this, because they were educated in medical schools that were kind of influenced by big drug companies who unfortunately like the profits from selling medications a little too much.

Aug 8th
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