Some therapists leave young adults feeling stuck instead of strong. In this episode, Dr. Andrea Bailey tackles the provocative idea of the "vibey therapist"—a feel-good approach that might be doing more harm than good. We explore how this plays out for college students facing societal pressures and a digital world that demands instant results. Dr. Bailey oversees mental health support for a diverse student body of 24,000 at Pasadena Cit College, and has a unique perspective on the current mental health of young adults. Dr. Bailey shares how her team balances validation with challenge, offering a fresh take on counseling in a community college setting.

• 00:00:00 - Overview of Mental Health Services at PCC
• 00:02:37 - Unique Challenges of Community College Students
• 00:05:39 - Therapy’s Role: Validation vs. Pathologizing
• 00:09:50 - Digital Age and Distress Tolerance
• 00:17:47 - Relational Therapy and Community’s Decline
• 00:25:49 - Critiquing “Vibey” Therapy and Growth
• 00:48:18 - Ensuring Quality Therapy

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