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Outreach’s ”Teens Tap In” podcast is a peer-to-peer resource to help teens navigate through the typical challenges of being a teenager. Hosted by members of our Youth Advocacy Committee, the topics addressed and the professionals interviewed share insights that are beneficial to not only youth, but their parents, mental health providers and the community at large.
Episodes

Thursday May 18, 2023
Ingredients for Great Relationships
Thursday May 18, 2023
Thursday May 18, 2023
We look forward to this day every month - Another episode of our Teens Tap In podcast is now available! Take a listen as Sarah and Amelia from our YAC have an insightful conversation with our clinical director, Kaitlyn Campbell, and Outreach counselors Caryn Jooste & Megan Rosenthal about how to have healthy relationships. They cover everything from the importance of shared interests, open communication, boundaries, what to do when you've outgrown a relationship, and so much more!
Directed and produced by: Maggie Zangara

Thursday Apr 20, 2023
How to Live a Healthy Life
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Big thanks to Natalie Picchi, a nurse from St. Clair Health, for joining Sarah and Outreach's spring intern, Logan, for this month's installment of our Teens Tap In Podcast! Listen to the newest episode now for a great conversation about healthy living.
Directed and produced by: Maggie Zangara

Thursday Mar 16, 2023
Anxiety Can Bring Us Closer Together
Thursday Mar 16, 2023
Thursday Mar 16, 2023
This month's Teens Tap In episode is an honest conversation between one of our co-hosts, Madeline Gyurina, and her mother, Kelly Gyurina, as they break down the generational differences & influence of family dynamics when anxiety is present. It's a great episode to listen to with your parents to open up a dialogue about how teens can feel supported when facing mental health challenges.
Directed and produced by: Maggie Zangara

Thursday Feb 16, 2023
The Invisible War: The Everyday Fight for Mental Health
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
*** Warning: This episode includes a personal story of someone's experience attempting suicide. ***
If you are experiencing active thoughts of suicide contact Resolve Crisis Network at (888) 796-8226 or go to your local emergency room. Because of the weight of this topic, we strongly encourage you to listen with a trusted adult and process your thoughts with them after listening.
“No one ever would have thought it would have happened to me.” This is a thought expressed all too often by people going through a hard time and struggling to reach out for help. This month's Teens Tap In is a powerful episode where our hosts Madeline & Amelia are joined by guest Colin Lowther as he discusses the severe depression he faced as a college student.
Directed and produced by: Maggie Zangara

Thursday Jan 19, 2023
The Connection Between Sports & Mental Health
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
For this month's Teens Tap In, our hosts Sarah and Madeline were honored to be joined by Dr. Todd Franco and Todd Tomzcyk from the Pittsburgh Pirates. Listen to our latest episode as they have a great conversation about the connection between sports and mental health. There's something in it for everyone, from the occasional exerciser to the student athlete.
Directed and produced by: Maggie Zangara

Thursday Dec 15, 2022
How to Cope with Social Anxiety and FOMO
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
Navigating college through sororities, FOMO and social anxiety is a great listen for any high school student getting ready to head off to college or any current college student dealing with these same problems. Thanks to Rachel and Emma from Duquesne University for joining our Youth Advocacy Committee members Amna and Madeline for this conversation.
Directed and produced by: Maggie Zangara

Thursday Nov 17, 2022
How Volunteering Expands Your Horizons and Your Resume
Thursday Nov 17, 2022
Thursday Nov 17, 2022
Sarah and Madeline from our Youth Advocacy Committee discuss with Manager of Volunteer and Guest Services at St. Clair Health, Samantha Walker, the importance of volunteering and getting involved in your community. In this episode, teens will learn how to build a strong resume and different volunteer opportunities that you will not want to miss out knowing about!
Directed and produced by: Maggie Zangara

Thursday Oct 20, 2022
Thursday Oct 20, 2022
Get to know our new Clinical Director, Kaitlyn Campbell, LCSW as she joins co-hosts Sarah and Madeline from our Youth Advocacy Committee to discuss types of pressure and the keys to navigating pressure as a teen in today's society.
- There is still time to apply to be a member of the YAC. Please visit Outreach's website and find the QR code to apply under the 'programs' tab under education.
Directed and produced by: Maggie Zangara

Thursday Sep 22, 2022
”Stigma needs to go ASAP”- Learning about the Youth Advocacy Committee
Thursday Sep 22, 2022
Thursday Sep 22, 2022
Welcome new Teens Tap In hosts, Madeline and Sarah, who sit down with YAC member, Amelia, to discuss Outreach Teen and Family Services new peer-to-peer resource known as the Youth Advocacy Committee (YAC). Listeners will hear inspiring stories about the members' personal mental health journeys, and learn how the committee will use their voices to promote mental health and wellness for their friends and peers in the community!
- There is still time to apply to be a member on the YAC. Please visit Outreach's website and find the QR code to apply under the 'programs' tab under education.
Directed and produced by: Maggie Zangara

Thursday Aug 18, 2022
Day in the Life of a Counselor
Thursday Aug 18, 2022
Thursday Aug 18, 2022
Caroline and guest host, Maddy, sit down with Outreach Teen and Family Services counselors Julie McMullen and Maggie Zangara to explore what a typical day looks like and what the counseling profession is all about... Listen to find out more!
Directed and produced by: Maggie Zangara