05/12/2026
Check out the latest episode of “Why Don’t We Talk About this Podcast?! with my amazing guest, Rachael Goren!
Rachael and Paula discuss the disruption in developmental milestones, increased anxiety, and OCD rates among youth associated with COVID-19. Rachel emphasized the need for a national conversation on these issues and highlighted her agency's efforts by hosting an upcoming conference: From Disruption to Integration. Rachel also shares personal experiences, strategies for resilience, healing, self-care, and community support.
In this episode, you will hear:
+ challenges faced by different age groups
+ parental struggles and coping mechanisms
+ role of tech and overstimulation
+ importance of community and support
+ planning for the future and resilience
Conference:
From Disruption to Integration: What COVID-10 Changed, What it Revealed and How We Build Resilience Together
Tickets: http://bit.ly/4etJpS6
CEs are available for Social Workers, LMHCs, and Psychologists!
Coupon Code: WDWTAT10
"Why Don’t We Talk About This?" centers around the themes and experiences that people talk about in pockets or completely avoid. Things that may be controversial or uncomfortable but benefit our mental health and wellness to get off our chest. Themes that help us break the stigma, silence shame, and grow community. I speak with folks whose learned experiences and professions give way to a diverse knowledge of topics that we just aren't talking about...but should be! If you have a topic or want to collaborate, send a message so we can explore ways to connect.
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