Teens Tap In

Anxiety Can Bring Us Closer Together

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

The Invisible War: The Everyday Fight for Mental Health

*** 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

The Connection Between Sports & Mental Health

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

How to Cope with Social Anxiety and FOMO

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

How Volunteering Expands Your Horizons and Your Resume

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

”Navigating the pressures of life” - A conversation with Kaitlyn Campbell, our new Clinical Director

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

”Stigma needs to go ASAP”- Learning about the Youth Advocacy Committee

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

Day in the Life of a Counselor

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

The Inside Scoop: Going to College

Maggie, Program Manager, hosts sisters and Outreach Teen and Family Services interns, Meghan and Molly, to explore their experiences going to college and what they wish they knew beforehand. Listen to learn valuable tips about career exploration and how to navigate living alone for the first time. 

Directed and produced by: Maggie Zangara

Body Image- A Real Conversation

Caroline and guest host, Maddy, discuss body image with Sarah Cooper, a nurse and women and children services educator at St. Clair Health. The conversation is real and honest and includes tips to cultivate body neutrality in young people.  

Directed and produced by: Maggie Zangara