UCSC PEPCast

Working at CAPS and Careers in Psychology ft. Sabah and Sage - ep.6

In the first episode of the quarter, we talk to our PEP mentors. We ask them about their journeys studying psychology and working in college counseling.

CAPS Services, Confidentiality and Reaching out for help ft. Dr. Richard Enriquez - ep. 5

In this episode, we delve into CAPS services that students may not be too familiar with and interview Dr. Richard Enriquez, the assistant training director at the CAPs center. We discuss logistics and steps for reaching out for help, case management, gender affirming care, confidentiality and much more!

ASMR can be used as therapy - ep.4

In our first episode of winter quarter, we define and discuss the popular trends of ASMR. We talk about the mental and physical benefits of ASMR and how it used in the field of psychology, counseling and therapy. We also provide examples to relax and enjoy. Happy listening!

Art can be used as therapy - ep. 3

In this episode, we talk about how we have personally used art as therapy and how we see the media and art in today’s day and age being used to advocate for mental health awareness. We are joined by artists to open up conversations about preventative care and building community through various forms of art. 

Mental health stigma in communities of color - ep.2

In this episode, we discuss the stigmatization of mental health in communities of color and how we can help ourselves and others feel more comfortable discussing mental health issues. We delve into our personal experiences and hope to encourage sharing about real challenges people face with mental health to aid everyone is getting access to help.

Introduction: What is PEP? - ep. 1

In our first podcast of this season, we discuss ways to make UCSC students feel more comfortable with mental health resources at CAPS and talk about how we can destigmatize mental health. As Peer Educators, we focus on advocacy for college students, suicide prevention, and making resources more accessible.

What’s New with Sophie

This weeks super special guest is Sophie! Currently grad student and mentor for the PEP team we get into how she got into working as a therapist, ways to talk about mental health to people who may not be into it, and the struggles of feeling alone in college.
 
The PEP application will be opening at the end of May. So if you're interested in being part of the team stay tuned.
caps.ucsc.edu/about/student-volunteer-opportunities/peer-education-program

Deep Cleaning Your Sadness with Emma

This weeks special guest is Emma! We get deep in this episode (pun intended), we talk about how (not) to compliment someone, the struggles of having mental health issues as a child and trying to get diagnosed, and cleaning to cope. Thanks for listening.
 
Also the application to join PEP will be opening at the end of May, so if you're interested in reducing stigma around mental health stay tuned for more information.

Why Are You Sad with Jenna

This week's special guest is Jenna, we talk about growing up with mental illness, trying to balance school and health, why don't people talk about mental health and more.