Meeting with Calisa NickelsonMeeting with Calisa Nickelson
Deprivation and Isolation
In this episode, I sat down with Calisa Nickelson, counselor, MA, LPCC-S and owner of Seasons Life Coaching and Counseling. We discussed the relationship between the pandemic and our mental health, and the impact that it's had on addiction.
40:04•24 Jan 2022
Pandemic Pressures: Calisa Nickelson on Mental Health and Addiction
“I am very much optimistic about the human being and its ability to adapt. And that is what I've seen: bar anxiety, bar depression, bar isolation, substance use.”
How has the pandemic reshaped our mental health and addiction landscape? In this episode, Alexa Diley sits down with Calisa Nickelson, a seasoned counselor and owner of Seasons Life Coaching and Counseling. They dive into the deep end of how isolation and stress from COVID-19 have exacerbated substance abuse issues. Nickelson sheds light on the dangers of glamorizing addiction in media and the critical need to sever triggering connections.
But it’s not all doom and gloom; she also shares an optimistic view on how we can grow and adapt in these challenging times. If you’re curious about the intricate dance between mental health and addiction during the pandemic, or if you’re looking for some hope and practical advice, this episode is a must-listen.
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