Breaking the Stigma: Why Therapy is Important for Everyone

The Social Media Takeaway - Louise McDonnell

"Our mental health struggles are gifts from the body for you to come home and take notice, and if you don't take notice, I tell you it will scream louder." - Mary McHugh
In this episode, Mary McHugh, an award-winning psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience discusses her journey from a challenging personal life to establishing a successful career in psychotherapy, highlighting her work with various Irish support services and her role in founding counsellingonline.ie, a global counseling service. She shares her insights on the significance of normalizing therapy, the impact of COVID-19 on mental health, and the importance of human connection in the age of AI and remote work. Mary also talks about the benefits of therapy, the potential of AI in counseling, and offers advice on maintaining well-being in today's fast-paced world.
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1. Welcome to the Social Media Takeaway (00:00:00)

2. Meet Mary McHugh: A Journey from Struggle to Success (00:02:31)

3. The Birth and Impact of CounsellingOnline.ie (00:05:16)

4. The Revolutionary Role of Online Therapy During the Pandemic (00:07:44)

5. The Pandemic's Dual Impact: Advancements and Challenges (00:11:58)

6. Embracing Remote Work: Strategies for Mental Well-being (00:14:38)

7. Gardening, Hobbies, and Self-Care: Finding Joy in Simplicity (00:18:05)

8. Navigating the Digital Age: Screen Time and Mental Health (00:19:22)

9. The Future of AI and Human Connection (00:25:01)

10. Empowering Advice for the Younger Self and Closing Thoughts (00:29:20)