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#36 Sadie Sutton Tells You How to Put DBT to Good Use on Campus
College Is Fine, Everything's Fine
10/17/23 • 40 min
Sadie Sutton, intrepid mental health advocate and host of the She Persisted podcast, also happens to be a college student at UPenn. But it took guts, hard work in therapy, and a lot of support to get to where she is today. Now she freely shares the skills she learned from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), both how to use DBT skills when you’re struggling, as well as bite-sized tips for how to handle just about any roadblock that can happen in a typical college semester.
Her work is truly inspirational and we guarantee you will leave this episode feeling hopeful *and* more confident when facing a challenge.
In this episode we dive into the following topics with Sadie:
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and some of Sadie’s favorite skills
- How Sadie uses her wise mind to make intentional, effective choices in college
- The How and Why Sadie started her podcast She Persisted
- Her Journey through various forms of mental health treatment and what she has learned
- Tips for generalizing DBT skills to a college environment
Resources:
Sadie’s Podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/she-persisted-your-teen-mental-health-resource/id1463051730
https://shepersistedpodcast.com/
Learn about DBT and find a DBT provider
3East McLean Hospital
https://www.mcleanhospital.org/treatment/3east
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#62 From Panicking to Planning: Problem Solving with Dr. Lindsay Tulchin
College Is Fine, Everything's Fine
04/16/25 • 25 min
Up until college, a lot of our problems are solved for us. Whether its the high school teacher who notices you are falling behind pulling you aside after class to offer help, or your parents cleaning your room for you when you're feeling overwhelmed. College is the first time our independent problem solving skills are put to the test. Unfortunately, many students skip the problem-solving part and go straight to panic mode. If you are feeling overwhelmed and having a hard time approaching problems on campus, this microdose episode is your guide to trying to get your college life together. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Lindsay Tulchin, a Cognitive Behavioral therapist in NYC, who lays out the steps to tackle a problem effectively. Dr. Tulchin walks us through a 5-step guide to problem solving.
DEFINE THE PROBLEM
- Get specific and focus on one problem at a time
GENERATE SOLUTIONS
- List all solutions you can think of without judgment
- Start with "bad" solutions
- Include solutions you've already tried
ASSESS PROS & CONS
- Short or long term?
- Is this realistic? What are potential obstacles?
- How difficult will it be to implement?
- How likely is it to work?
- How might it affect others?
PICK & PLAN
- When? At a specific time or in response to something?
- How do you need to prepare?
- How will you remember?
EVALUATE
- Did it work?
- If not, why not and how can you tweak it?
- Or try another option
Dr. Tulchin's Private Practice:
https://www.lindsaytulchin.com/
Dr. Tulchin's Group Private Practice:
https://www.nycognitive.com/about-lindsay-tulchin
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#2 Finding Balance in the Extremes: Part 1 (Dialectics)
College Is Fine, Everything's Fine
09/16/22 • 26 min
College is a time of extremes. Incredible freedom and intense pressure. Loving your independence and missing pieces of home. So many new people to meet, yes! And so many new people to meet, nooooo!
In psych speak we call these extremes "dialectics," the idea that two seemingly opposite truths can be occurring at the same time. This is a big topic so we're breaking it down a bit. In this episode (Part 1), we talk to "K," a rising junior at a liberal arts college who describes some of the extremes she faces.
We'll also share some of the most common dialectics people struggle with in college:
1) I want to try new things, and I want to remember who I am.
2) I'm excited to be here, and I'm terrified to be here.
3) I should be living in the moment, and I should be preparing for my future.
4) I need to push myself out of my comfort zone, and I need to stick to my core values.
5) I need to go out and have a good time, and I need to take care of my body.
Take a listen and see if you notice any of these dialectics in your life. In Part 2, which we'll air on September 23rd, we discuss some practical ways to bring more balance into your life when you find yourself too polarized on one extreme or the other.
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#4 Why It Can Be Hard to Find Your People, and Keep Them (5 Interpersonal Effectiveness Obstacles)
College Is Fine, Everything's Fine
10/04/22 • 37 min
Finding your people in college isn't always easy. Keeping them? Sometimes that’s even trickier. On today's episode, we talk to our first expert guest, Professor Amy DiBernardo. She’s a licensed clinical social worker, an instructor at New York University and a former J.Crew junkie (emphasis on former).
We chat about the 5 obstacles we see on campus that keep our clients stuck in a whole range of social situations:
1) Not knowing what to do (lack of skill)
2) Thoughts getting in the way (worry thoughts, “what if’s”)
3) Big emotions (being too dysregulated to communicate well)
4) Indecisiveness (can’t make a decision about what’s right)
5) Environment too powerful (people in power positions not cooperating)
We all open up about our than-professional moments in college. But good news, we all managed to push past “the regrets” to live another day. And so can you.
As you listen this week, think about which obstacles sound the most familiar. We’ll be coming back with specific tips in the following few episodes. Use today’s chat as your guide to honing in on what future episode you want to listen to.
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#46 Beating Imposterism with Dr. Jill Stoddard
College Is Fine, Everything's Fine
04/25/24 • 25 min
“I don’t belong here.”
“Everyone else knows what to do.”
“When will people figure out I’m an imposter?”
This is the third episode in our shame series, and it helps answer one of the questions we get asked most.
“Am I the only one who feels like an imposter at college?”
Well, we brought out a real heavy hitter when we interviewed Dr. Jill Stoddard, veteran psychologist, podcaster and author of Imposter No More. I mean, did we nail it or what? Tune in if you:
- Have ever wondered “Do I belong here?”
- Work hard to make sure people don’t find out you’re an “imposter” on campus
- Want to know what kind of imposter you are (pssst, Sarah is a Super-Human Imposter)
- Are interested in hearing ways to beat this mindset and live a “full-sized” life
Make sure to take Jill's quiz to get started on your "beat imposterism" journey!
RESOURCES:
Quiz: What kind of imposter are you?
https://jillstoddard.mykajabi.com/opt-in-feee68ba-7225-4e3c-9139-2dbfc8a057a7
For more about Dr. Stoddard and her book Imposter No More: Overcome Self-Doubt and Imposterism to Cultivate a Successful Career :
https://jillstoddard.com/jillsbooks
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#58 From High School to College: A Guide to Navigating Shifts in the Parent-Child Relationship with Drs. Annalise Caron and Suzanne Allen
College Is Fine, Everything's Fine
02/25/25 • 37 min
Saying goodbye to your parents is often the last thing most college students are thinking about when they tackle their “to do” list before moving in on campus. In an earlier episode, we sat down with college students who shared their experiences with relationship shifts at home. In this week’s episode, we sit down with not one, but two expert psychologists to explore the challenges and growth opportunities that arise for the parent-child relationship when young adults head off to college. They provide valuable insights for both parents and students on how to maintain strong, supportive relationships during this transitional phase. In this episode we will touch on:
- Communication challenges between college students and parents
- The importance of discussing expectations early
- Navigating the balance between autonomy and dependency
- Tips for students and parents to communicate better, using strategies like DEAR MAN
- How to build support networks for parents during the college transition
Resources:
Drs. Annalise Caron and Suzanne Allen’s group private practice in Westport, CT
https://cbtwestport.com/
The Parenting Pair Website:
https://www.theparentingpair.com/
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#22 Why Choose Sleep Part 1: How Sleeping Well is Critical to Thriving in College
College Is Fine, Everything's Fine
02/10/23 • 27 min
A recent study showed that over 70% of college students are getting consistently less than 7 hours of sleep a night. That’s not a great number, especially when you consider that healthy sleep habits are linked to higher college GPAs. So if sleep is so important to doing well in college, why is it often at the bottom of the priority list?
Sleeping is underrated in college and is usually saved for the weekends after a long week of studying and a weekend of celebrating your academic efforts. To make matters worse, college students are often managing a lot of responsibilities, between school, friends, family, work, and sleep seems like the only thing they can sacrifice to get it all done. In this two part series, we talk to a college student who realized the consequences of poor sleep and got things back on track, and we talk to two sleep experts who provide all the sleep facts and tips to help make your sleep better.
In this week’s episode we sit down with Dr. Shelby Harris, a nationally renowned sleep expert who sets us straight on why we shouldn’t skimp on sleep. Make sure to follow her @sleepdocshelby for easy tips and helpful reminders.
Books:
Quiet Your Mind and Get to Sleep: Solutions to Insomnia for Those with Depression, Anxiety, or Chronic Pain
Good Night Mind for Teens
Podcasts:
Sleep Unplugged with Dr. Chris Winter
https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1631914841
Articles:
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/08/13/well/an-underappreciated-key-to-college-success-sleep.html
American Academy of Sleep Medicine:
https://aasm.org/college-students-getting-enough-sleep-is-vital-to-academic-success/
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#59 Microdose on DBT's G.I.V.E. Skill: How to Build and Maintain Healthy Relationships in College
College Is Fine, Everything's Fine
03/07/25 • 16 min
In this week's microdose episode, we sit down to discuss the G.I.V.E. skill from DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), which helps individuals build and maintain positive relationships. Whether you are navigating a conflict with your roommate, trying to make new friends, or wanting to build a better relationship with your parents, the G.I.V.E. skill can help increase the likelihood that others will view you positively after your interactions with them. The skill involves four key components:
being Gentle
acting Interested
being Validating
using an Easy Manner
Stay tuned for our next microdose episode on learning how to maintain your self-respect in relationships.
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#41 Finding Clarity: A Conversation with Dr. Patrice Berry
College Is Fine, Everything's Fine
01/11/24 • 30 min
Happy 2024! We couldn’t be more excited to have @drpatriceberry help us start the new year.
Dr. Patrice Berry is a psychologist, author, and all around kick-ass person who has brought her smarts to social media. She’s *so* good at giving quick and sound advice on Tik Tok that Harvard School of Public Health #HarvardChan selected her as one of the top mental health content creators IN THE COUNTRY.
So yes, she has some pretty snazzy credentials, but what we really love about her is the quality, integrity and warmth behind her advice. Listen up as she talks about:
- Skillfully managing life’s hassles, big and small
- Finding clarity and strength in the hard times
- Using the power of social media for good
If you need more Dr. Berry after this episode, you can check out her book and find her on instagram and Tik Tok @drpatriceberry and on You Tube as Dr. Berry: Psychologist Responds.
Resources:
Dr. Patrice Berry’s Practice
https://www.fourriverspsych.com/
NYT Article Social Media and Mental Health
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/16/health/mental-health-tiktok-harvard.html
Dr. Berry’s Book: Turning Crisis Into Clarity: How To Survive or Thrive in the Midst of Adversity
https://www.amazon.com/Turning-Crisis-Into-Clarity-uncertainty/dp/1949840026
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#63 Party Smart: A Psychologist's Guide to College Drinking and Drug Use
College Is Fine, Everything's Fine
04/22/25 • 30 min
Put down that red Solo cup and listen in as we talk with Dr. James McOwen, clinical director of the Addiction Recovery Management Service at Massachusetts General Hospital. In this eye-opening chat, we dive into the real deal about college drinking and drug culture.
What you'll learn in this episode:
- What percentage of college students drink, and when does it slip into a problem drinking
- Tips for partying smart if you do choose to drink
- Why pizza is your drinking ally
- Is drinking the same for men and women?
- Is drinking too much the only sign of a drinking problem?
- What do to if you’d like to cut back or take less risk when you’re drinking
- Is switching to weed the better solution?
- Specific red flags that your drinking might be a problem
Perfect for college students trying to navigate the drinking scene, parents worried about their kids, or anyone interested in the fascinating connection between mental health and substance use in young adults. This episode keeps it real while giving you practical advice you can actually use!
RESOURCES:
Thank you to Dr. McKowen for sharing these resources with us!
https://www.campusdrugprevention.gov/resources/federal-national
https://www.acha.org/college-health-topics/substance-use/
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/drug-addiction/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20365113
Questionnaires:
https://nida.nih.gov/taps2/ (click “I’m a patient” at the bottom)
https://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/checkyourdrinking/index.html
https://www.mdcalc.com/calc/10526/drug-abuse-screening-test-10-dast-10
MORE ABOUT DR. McKOWEN:
Dr. James McKowen is a licensed clinical child psychologist and an assistant professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital. He completed his post-doctoral training at MGH in addiction medicine and pediatric neuropsychology. He is currently the clinical director of the Addiction Recovery Management Service, an outpatient clinic specializing in the treatment of adolescents and young adults with substance use and comorbid mental health issues. He conducts research in youth addiction including neuropsychological predictors engagement, marijuana smoking and aggression in youth, and he developed a protocol for treating substance use in youth with autism. In addition, for the past several years, Dr. McKowen has been expanding his clinical and research interests in the impacts of climate change on youth mental health. He is co-chair of the MGH Climate and Mental Health Initiative, Associate at the MGH Center for Environmental and Health, Affiliate Faculty, Center for Climate, Health, and the Global Environment (C-CHANGE) Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and member of the Climate Psychology Alliance – Youth Subcommittee. He is trained in climate-aware therapy and conducts research on climate change related emotions and coping in youth.
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College Is Fine, Everything's Fine currently has 64 episodes available.
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The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Stress, Anxiety, College, Mental Health, Counseling, Therapy, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education, Support and Mindfulness.
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The episode title '#36 Sadie Sutton Tells You How to Put DBT to Good Use on Campus' is the most popular.
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The average episode length on College Is Fine, Everything's Fine is 27 minutes.
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The first episode of College Is Fine, Everything's Fine was released on Jul 28, 2022.
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