In this deeply honest episode of The Checkered Jaguar, Brescia Dover sits down with her mom, Susie Dover, to explore mental health through a perspective that is rarely talked about—the parent’s.

As both Brescia and one of her brothers navigated serious mental health challenges growing up, Susie had to learn how to support her children while also protecting her own well-being.

Together, they share the emotional realities of parenting through mental illness, the lessons their family learned along the way, and how these experiences ultimately turned them into mental health advocates.

This conversation offers hope, understanding, and practical insights for parents who may feel lost, overwhelmed, or unsure how to support a struggling child.

Topics include:
• Recognizing mental health struggles in children
• How parents can offer support without losing themselves
• The emotional toll on families navigating mental illness
• Communication, compassion, and resilience
• Finding hope even in the hardest seasons

If you are a parent walking alongside a child who is struggling, this episode will remind you that you are not alone.

Reach out to Susie on Instagram:

@suzy_dover

Reach out to Susie via email:

[email protected]