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I Am Enough: Executive Director of the Wellness and Prevention Center Susan Parmalee’s Transformative Journey to Healing Herself and Empowering Others
READ BELOW TO HEAR ABOUT OUR EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT!
Join your cohosts Brooke and Stacie on "Transforming and Thriving" for a truly profound and inspiring conversation with Susan Parmelee, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the Executive Director of the Wellness & Prevention Center. Susan has long been a mentor and inspiration in the local community and schools, recognized for her visionary leadership, tireless dedication, and humble commitment to teen mental health.
In this deeply personal episode, Susan bravely shares a pivotal "before and after" moment in her life: her decision to embark on a new career journey by enrolling in graduate school for Social Work when her youngest child was five. She candidly discusses how this path, though often uncomfortable, was crucial for her growth and well-being. Susan opens up about confronting past mental health issues that resurfaced, including an eating disorder and feelings of "not being or doing enough," leading her to her own therapy. This experience has given her profound empathy for those she now serves as clients. She shares invaluable wisdom gained from this journey, emphasizing the importance of a great therapist, the life-saving potential of medication, and the unwavering support of two unconditionally supportive friends who stayed with her even on difficult days. Susan's story is a testament to the power of embracing discomfort for growth and learning that doing a good job is enough…it doesn't have to be perfect.
Susan's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, highlighting that healing and growth are not always linear, but profoundly impactful. She offers invaluable insights into prioritizing self-love rather than concern about others’ judgment and acceptance, finding strength in the face of past hurts, and using experiences as fuel to give back and help others. This episode is a moving exploration of identity, worthiness, and the transformative power of choosing love over judgment.
We are BEYOND excited to announce the launch of our new philanthropy initiative! We invite all our amazing listeners to help support the incredible work Susan is doing with the Wellness & Prevention Center by raising funds for their preventative and mental health programs that benefit young people, including their brand-new Allcove space in San Juan Capistrano, a place for youth to find community, support, advice, or even just a moment of pause. Your donations make a real difference, and to kick things off, we'll be matching up to $1000 in donations!
LINK TO DONATE: Support teen mental health here!
Follow them on IG at WPCoc and learn about their mission to create a culture in which young people prioritize their mental health and have access to quality care. Learn more about the new Allcove center your donations are directly supporting here: allcove: find your moment. find your space. find your center.
Find us here: https://linktr.ee/transformingandthriving
Get your FREE meditation download: https://transforming-and-thriving.kit.com/40d6bfadc6
We love MoonBrew for help with sleep! Tastes yummy and filled with superfoods. Use this link for our discount: https://moonbrew.co/SF7GP3BC
Music by https://www.bensound.com License code: BFZ5TTZVY9ZC7ZMK
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any affiliated organizations or sponsors. This content is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional regarding any questions you may have. Listener discretion is advised.
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By Brooke Sacchetti, Stacie Weaver, and Neelia HeydtREAD BELOW TO HEAR ABOUT OUR EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT!
Join your cohosts Brooke and Stacie on "Transforming and Thriving" for a truly profound and inspiring conversation with Susan Parmelee, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the Executive Director of the Wellness & Prevention Center. Susan has long been a mentor and inspiration in the local community and schools, recognized for her visionary leadership, tireless dedication, and humble commitment to teen mental health.
In this deeply personal episode, Susan bravely shares a pivotal "before and after" moment in her life: her decision to embark on a new career journey by enrolling in graduate school for Social Work when her youngest child was five. She candidly discusses how this path, though often uncomfortable, was crucial for her growth and well-being. Susan opens up about confronting past mental health issues that resurfaced, including an eating disorder and feelings of "not being or doing enough," leading her to her own therapy. This experience has given her profound empathy for those she now serves as clients. She shares invaluable wisdom gained from this journey, emphasizing the importance of a great therapist, the life-saving potential of medication, and the unwavering support of two unconditionally supportive friends who stayed with her even on difficult days. Susan's story is a testament to the power of embracing discomfort for growth and learning that doing a good job is enough…it doesn't have to be perfect.
Susan's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, highlighting that healing and growth are not always linear, but profoundly impactful. She offers invaluable insights into prioritizing self-love rather than concern about others’ judgment and acceptance, finding strength in the face of past hurts, and using experiences as fuel to give back and help others. This episode is a moving exploration of identity, worthiness, and the transformative power of choosing love over judgment.
We are BEYOND excited to announce the launch of our new philanthropy initiative! We invite all our amazing listeners to help support the incredible work Susan is doing with the Wellness & Prevention Center by raising funds for their preventative and mental health programs that benefit young people, including their brand-new Allcove space in San Juan Capistrano, a place for youth to find community, support, advice, or even just a moment of pause. Your donations make a real difference, and to kick things off, we'll be matching up to $1000 in donations!
LINK TO DONATE: Support teen mental health here!
Follow them on IG at WPCoc and learn about their mission to create a culture in which young people prioritize their mental health and have access to quality care. Learn more about the new Allcove center your donations are directly supporting here: allcove: find your moment. find your space. find your center.
Find us here: https://linktr.ee/transformingandthriving
Get your FREE meditation download: https://transforming-and-thriving.kit.com/40d6bfadc6
We love MoonBrew for help with sleep! Tastes yummy and filled with superfoods. Use this link for our discount: https://moonbrew.co/SF7GP3BC
Music by https://www.bensound.com License code: BFZ5TTZVY9ZC7ZMK
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any affiliated organizations or sponsors. This content is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional regarding any questions you may have. Listener discretion is advised.