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In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, Furkhan welcomes Tamar Blue, founder and CEO of Mental Happy. Mental Happy is a platform dedicated to making it easy for group facilitators to create support groups and for individuals to find these groups. Tamar shares her motivations behind creating the platform, stemming from her personal experiences with anxiety and the lack of accessible support. She emphasizes the importance of community and professional guidance within these groups. Tamar also discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, especially as a woman, and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Additionally, she explores the current landscape of mental health care and the crucial role of support groups. Learn about the technology behind Mental Happy and how the platform operates to provide a seamless user experience.
Tamar Blue is the Founder and CEO of MentalHappy, a HIPAA-compliant platform that helps healthcare professionals, survivors, and advocates lead expert-led support groups. With over 15 years of experience in emotional wellness and group-based care, Tamar is redefining how we support mental health—by making emotional support a core part of the healthcare journey.
LinkedIn (personal): https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamarlucienblue/
Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/mentalhappy
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mentalhappyhumans
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livementalhappy
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mentalhappyinc
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:41 Founding Mental Happy: The Journey Begins
02:22 The Importance of Support Groups
04:32 Personal Experiences and Challenges
06:08 Navigating Panic Attacks and Mental Health
08:41 Building a Purpose-Driven Platform
16:26 The Structure and Transparency of Support Groups
27:45 Therapist Burnout and Group Therapy
28:55 Support Groups for Professionals
29:26 Exploring the Platform's Technology
30:38 User Experience and Privacy Features
32:39 Facilitator Tools and Pricing Models
35:36 Entrepreneurial Journey and Advice
45:01 Navigating the Cash Model in Therapy
49:06 Conclusion and How to Connect
Sponsors of the Podcast:
Or find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1
Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com
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In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, Furkhan welcomes Tamar Blue, founder and CEO of Mental Happy. Mental Happy is a platform dedicated to making it easy for group facilitators to create support groups and for individuals to find these groups. Tamar shares her motivations behind creating the platform, stemming from her personal experiences with anxiety and the lack of accessible support. She emphasizes the importance of community and professional guidance within these groups. Tamar also discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, especially as a woman, and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Additionally, she explores the current landscape of mental health care and the crucial role of support groups. Learn about the technology behind Mental Happy and how the platform operates to provide a seamless user experience.
Tamar Blue is the Founder and CEO of MentalHappy, a HIPAA-compliant platform that helps healthcare professionals, survivors, and advocates lead expert-led support groups. With over 15 years of experience in emotional wellness and group-based care, Tamar is redefining how we support mental health—by making emotional support a core part of the healthcare journey.
LinkedIn (personal): https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamarlucienblue/
Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/mentalhappy
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mentalhappyhumans
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livementalhappy
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mentalhappyinc
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:41 Founding Mental Happy: The Journey Begins
02:22 The Importance of Support Groups
04:32 Personal Experiences and Challenges
06:08 Navigating Panic Attacks and Mental Health
08:41 Building a Purpose-Driven Platform
16:26 The Structure and Transparency of Support Groups
27:45 Therapist Burnout and Group Therapy
28:55 Support Groups for Professionals
29:26 Exploring the Platform's Technology
30:38 User Experience and Privacy Features
32:39 Facilitator Tools and Pricing Models
35:36 Entrepreneurial Journey and Advice
45:01 Navigating the Cash Model in Therapy
49:06 Conclusion and How to Connect
Sponsors of the Podcast:
Or find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1
Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices