Navigating Mental Health in Teens: How to Help Our Youth Thrive

In this compelling episode of Through The Trauma, I set down with Aaron Heuy,  an internationally known lecturer on archetypal imagery,  body language, and the Founder and President of Fire Mountain Programs, as well as a dynamic host of his own podcast, “Beyond Risk and Back." Aaron has an impressive 25-year track record as a family-in-crisis parenting coach and teen/parent interventionist, and today he is going to share his invaluable insights from his extensive experience with teens in crisis. 

In this episode, Aaron dives into the challenges faced by parents of struggling teens and the transformative journey of teens recovering from trauma, anxiety, depression, self-harm, substance abuse, technology misuse, trafficking, and even suicide attempts. We also talk about the effects of our youth using porn, video games, and other addictive mechanisms to cope with trauma. 

If you are parent who is struggling through parenting a child in crisis, this episode can offer you some insight and where to go from here. If you are looking to help our youth in any way, this episode will offer a rare glimpse into the world of how our youth are overcoming trauma, fostering resilience, and finding hope amidst the challenges. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking guidance, understanding, and inspiration in the face of family crises and the complexities of raising resilient teenagers. 

Tune in to Through The Trauma for a powerful discussion that combines expertise, compassion, and the unwavering commitment to helping families thrive in the aftermath of trauma.