Youth Friendly Mental Health Online Resources
Community Programs and Events:
Create a journal, write a story, and bring it to life through dance! For ages 10-14. Presented by Dayspring Arts. A computer or mobile device with camera and internet access will be required for the camp Zoom sessions. Camp supplies will be provided (except for common household items such as pencils or scissors) and will need to be picked up the week before the start of camp from Divoll Library (4234 N. Grand Blvd, 63107). If this camp switches to in-person, it will be held at Divoll Library.
*Note - These programs and events are not sponsored or endorsed by Nerinx Hall. This is simply a sampling of some of the many events offered in the community this year to celebrate Women's History Month.
Contact Information for the wonderful Nerinx Hall Counseling & Wellness Staff!
Ms. Deborah Price, M.Ed, LPC, SPE
Academic & Wellness Counselor (A-K)
314-968-1505 ext. 138
dprice@nerinxhs.org
Mrs. Alice Morrison, M.Ed, Chair
Academic & Wellness Counselor (L-Z)
314-968-1505 ext. 169
amorrison@nerinxhs.org
Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month with podcasts and shows that highlight women's global, political, cultural, economic, and social achievements across industries.
Mental Illness Happy Hour is a weekly podcast facilitated by former comedian Paul Gilmartin and addresses his own struggles with mental health. He regularly interviews therapists, listeners who struggle with various issues, even artists and celebrities. According to Psychology Today, Paul Gilmartin “Normalizes what so many others feel but have been too fearful or ashamed to express.” His desire is that through this podcast, he can help sufferers connect and feel a sense of hope.
The Dark Place offers a safe place where mental health sufferers can relate, share stories, express themselves openly and candidly about their struggles, their successes, and resources for help. This weekly podcast is a great place for parents and teens to hear the real-life difficulties that others face and to understand that they are not alone.
Everybody blurts is a podcast that revolves around the subject of depression including resources, support systems, and tips and suggestions to manage it to lead a successful life. Hosted by Jayne Hardy, Everybody blurts is touted as being the “helping hand” to someone who struggles with depression, covering both the practical and emotional challenges.
NPR While National Public Radio is not specifically targeted towards teens, there are many radio shows which address mental health issues such as substance abuse, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, treatment and options.
Teen Wealth is an inspirational podcast that regularly shares stories, tips, and advice about eating disorders, mental health, self-esteem and a host of other topics that teens are faced with.
The Youth Mentor Podcast, hosted by Amanda Rootsey, provides motivation and inspiration for teens struggling with mental health and their parents. Offering practical advice for how to maneuver through this crazy world, Rootsey shares additional assistance through the teen personal development school, “Shine From Within”.
SuperGirls Podcast is a weekly broadcast which shares young women’s struggles with their self-worth, and hopelessness, and helps them to see that they are not alone during these tough times. Host, Jackie Schlerf, walks teenagers through discovering their true potential, dealing with regrets, hope, and resiliency, and finding comfort along with dozens of other inspiring topics.
