EPISODE TALKING POINTS
Meet Jaime & Kayla
Kim introduces her guests: Woodland Centers therapist Jaime Bremseth and student Kayla Davis, both of whom have built a meaningful therapeutic relationship through school-linked services.
What Is School-Linked Mental Health?
Jaime explains her dual placement across school districts, providing therapy directly on school grounds and offering accessible support to students during the day.
Why Therapy in Schools Matters
The group discusses how integrating services into schools helps break stigma and eliminate barriers like transportation, scheduling, and accessibility for families.
Kayla’s Journey Begins
Kayla shares the moment she realized she needed help, how she got connected to Jaime, and what those early sessions looked like.
From Nervous to Empowered
Kayla describes how her anxiety turned into self-advocacy and how Jaime’s approach helped her feel heard, understood, and capable of setting boundaries.
Breaking Down Stigma
Kim and Jaime reflect on how stigma is changing in schools and among parents—and how open conversations are helping mental health become normalized.
Tools for Regulation & Confidence
The episode touches on coping tools Jaime uses with students—from breathing techniques to journaling—and how those tools give students power in everyday situations.
Family Involvement & Communication
Jaime explains how families are brought into the process when appropriate and how collaboration can be key to a student’s success.
Early Intervention Matters
They discuss the long-term impact of early support and how catching mental health struggles early can change a student’s future in both academics and relationships.
Kayla’s Message to Others
Kayla closes with a message for other students: asking for help isn’t weakness—it’s brave. Her story is a testament to what happens when young people are seen, supported, and empowered.