From Prison to Public: Decoding Mental Health Tools for All
Description
In this episode of the Future of Therapy podcast, we're joined by Kev Kokoska, a PhD student at UBC specializing in Counseling, Psychology, Public Health, and Entrepreneurship. Kev discusses his work in making mental health tools more accessible, particularly for incarcerated men, and explores how these tools might resonate with non-incarcerated young men. The conversation delves into the importance of therapeutic relationships, public communication of mental health, and matching clients with the right therapists.
Chapters:
(02:13 ) Understanding the importance of tailored mental health approaches for different populations is crucial for effective therapy.
(07:50 ) Building strong therapeutic relationships is key to successful mental health outcomes and progress.
(00:15:39 ) Matching clients with the right therapist is essential for a positive therapy experience and successful outcomes.
(26:43 ) Pre-therapy or skill-building sessions can be valuable in preparing individuals for more focused therapy sessions.
(34:31 ) Grief and emotional processing in therapy are essential for personal growth and overcoming internal challenges.
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