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Be Better
Hosted by Samantha Pangborn

"Be Better" gives us resources to better navigate and destigmatize the worlds of mental health and neurodiversity, and to remember our duty to "love ourselves fiercely by striving to be better every day."

No matter where you or a loved one are along a mental health journey, Samantha's interviews with clinicians, authors, and everyday people bring insight and understanding to a complex subject.

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Latest Episodes
  • Defining Depression
    On this episode of Be Better, we talk about depression in honor of National Suicide Prevention Month. Licensed Clinical Social Worker Carolyn Kirkwood and Licensed Clinical Social Worker Wayne Brown define the term while Licensed Mental Health Counselor Richard Tippett provides a unique perspective for our self-worth.
  • Clinician or Counselor?
    On this episode of "Be Better," we explore some mental health terminology with additional insight from Licensed Clinical Social Worker Carolyn Kirkwood. Better understanding the language can help you better understand the journey!
  • Better Understanding Shame
    On this episode of Be Better, we spend some time with the term “shame” with Licensed Clinical Social Worker Wayne Brown and Licensed Mental Health Counselor Richard Tippett. We all deal with it, so let’s understand it better!
  • I Am Ok As I Am
    On this episode of Be Better, we dive deeper into the idea of self-acceptance with the help of Licensed Mental Health Counselor Richard Tippett. We are more than what we are going to therapy for!
  • Find Your Fit
    On this episode of Be Better, we provide reassurance on your journey to finding a therapist, with the advice of Licensed Mental Health Counselor Richard Tippett. If at first you don’t succeed, try again!
  • Therapy is Okay!
    On this episode of Be Better, we advocate for therapy with the help of Licensed Mental Health Counselor Richard Tippett. Going to therapy does not mean you’re broken!
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    On this episode of Be Better, we speak with Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Krysta Mannion about celebrating Pride Month by accepting who you are!