This Way Up
Welcome to "This Way Up," the podcast dedicated to supporting parents and caregivers navigating the complex world of mental health. Each episode, we dive deep into conversations that matter—exploring the challenges, triumphs, and transformative journeys of those facing mental health struggles within their families. Whether you’re here for expert advice, inspiring stories, or just a little boost to get you through the day, we’ve got you covered. So grab a cup of coffee, kick back, and join us as we find the bright spots in the mental health journey—because we're all climbing our way up together!
This Way Up
Latest Episodes
Presence is Self Care
Being present can be one of the most powerful forms of self-care for caregivers. In this short episode I reflect on caring for a loved one’s mental health, navigating a heavy season, and why treating everyday moments like they matter...
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Emotions in the Body: How to Sit With Hard Feelings
Explore felt emotion and somatic techniques with Dr. Jen Rapkin to notice, endure, and move through anxiety, anger, and other challenging emotions.Summary Dive into the essence of 'felt emotion' with auth...
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Alcoholism, Motherhood & Sobriety: Breaking Generational Cycles
Being a parent doesn’t stop addiction—but it can be a reason to fight for recovery.In this raw and powerful episode, Emily Redondo, author of Wife Mother Drunk, shares her journey with alco...
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Beyond Medication: Exploring TMS for Depression, Anxiety and More
Imagine a treatment that wakes up the parts of the brain that have been dimmed by depression, anxiety, or trauma—without medication or downtime. That’s exactly what Andrea explores in this episode with Dr. Suzanne Kerns, a leading e...
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Understanding the Power of the Neurodivergent Brain
So many neurodivergent kids grow up thinking they’re the problem, when in reality they’re carrying ADHD, anxiety, or bipolar symptoms no one ever recognized. This conversation digs into what that actually feels like through Arthur Williams’ ...
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Fan Mail
Do you ever hold online small groups for young adult women? My 24 yo daughter lives in Boston and I think she could really benefit from such a thing.
Hartford, Connecticut