Why are so many college students struggling with their mental health today?

In this week’s episode of Now Serving: A Side of Therapy, Makiko from College of San Mateo (CSM) joins us to unpack the unique mental-health challenges college students face — from academic pressure and burnout to identity exploration and cultural expectations.

We explore:
💬 How stress, transitions, and social comparison affect student wellbeing
🤝 The importance of community and connection on campus
🌏 What a culturally sensitive approach to therapy looks like in higher education

Whether you’re a student, educator, or parent, this conversation sheds light on how we can better support young adults during one of the most transformative times of their lives.

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Hosted by Dalton Huckaby, LMFT
Presented by Izzo Marriage & Family Therapy

📅 Release Date: November 12
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🎙️ Now Serving: A Side of Therapy — Ep. 16Guest: Nathaniel Silveira-Pyzik, LPCC, BC-DMTTopic: Dance / Movement Therapy (DMT)*Premieres Wednesday @ 12 PM (PST)What if healing didn’t start with words —but with movement? 💭In this episode, host Dalton Huckaby (LMFT #146802) sits down with Dance Movement Therapist Nathaniel Silveira-Pyzik to explore how movement can help us process emotions, build self-awareness, and find healing through the mind-body connection. They dive into:🩰 What Dance/Movement Therapy (DMT) really is🧠 How our bodies hold stress and emotion💫 Ways DMT can help with trauma, anxiety, and self-expression🌿 Simple ways to start moving mindfully in your daily lifeWhether you’re a clinician, creative, or just curious about the healing power of movement, this conversation will make you think about therapy in a whole new way.🎧 Listen on Spotify + Apple Podcasts:👉 spotify.com/nowservingtherapy👉 apple.co/nowservingtherapy📺 Watch more episodes: / @nowservingtherapy 💬 Question of the Week:Do you feel more in tune with your emotions when you move your body? Tell us in the comments below!🕊️ Produced by: Izzo Therapy🌐 izzotherapy.com📍 San Mateo + San Carlos, CA#NowServingPodcast #DanceMovementTherapy #NathanielSilveiraPyzik #MindBodyConnection #TherapyInMotion #MentalHealthPodcast #NowServingTherapy #SelfCare #MovementHeals #IzzoTherapy #DaltonHuckaby #LMFT #DMT #ExpressiveTherapy

In this episode, Sohavani dives into the fascinating connection between ADHD, boredom, novelty-seeking, and hyperfocus. We explore what’s really happening in the ADHD brain, how dopamine drives behavior, and why structure and creativity can coexist.

💡 Topics covered:
• Developing habits and sustainable routines
• Addressing common misconceptions about ADHD
• Understanding symptoms from a strengths-based lens
• Exploring medication, mindfulness, and self-awareness

🎧 Listen for insights that help you understand ADHD beyond the stereotypes—for teens, parents, and anyone seeking balance and focus in daily life.

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We offer teen therapy, family therapy, marriage counseling, co-parenting counseling, telehealth sessions, and free therapy through HPSM for eligible families.

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In this episode of Now Serving: A Side of Therapy, Sohavani breaks down how letting go of “shoulds” can free you from guilt and burnout.✨ Topics include:Turning hobbies into strengthsCreating realistic systems for focus and organizationThe link between ADHD, anxiety, and depressionThe mind-body connection and how ADHD affects your healthIf you’ve ever felt like you “should be doing more,” this one’s for you.📍Izzo Therapy | Serving all of California#ADHD #MentalHealthPodcast #NowServingPodcast #IzzoTherapy

Feeling weighed down by “shoulds”? In this episode, Sohavani explores how ADHD brains thrive when we focus on what works instead of what’s expected. She dives into hobbies as strengths, systems that actually help, and how ADHD often overlaps with anxiety and depression. A grounded, compassionate take on mental health and balance.
🎙️ Now Serving: A Side of Therapy – Ep. 3: Getting Rid of the “Shoulds”

Beyond Symptoms: How ADD/ADHD Shapes Work, Life & Strengths” | Now Serving: A Side of Therapy Podcast (Part 2)

October is National Depression & Mental Health Screening Month 🍂🎃 — a reminder to check in with ourselves and our loved ones. To honor the month, we’re bringing you Part 2 of our ADD/ADHD series.

Host Dalton Huckaby and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Sohavanni Mand explore how ADHD impacts every corner of life — and how those living with ADHD can recognize and embrace their strengths.

In this episode:

• Work Life: productivity, focus, and career growth

• Relationships: communication, intimacy, and emotional regulation

• Social Life: friendships, overstimulation, impulsivity

• Finances: budgeting pitfalls & planning strategies

• Strengths of ADD/ADHD: creativity, hyperfocus, resilience

This October, let’s reduce stigma, raise awareness, and celebrate the unique ways our minds work. 🌟

Serving San Mateo and San Carlos, Izzo Therapy provides teen therapy, adolescent counseling, family therapy, co-parenting counseling, telehealth services, and free therapy through HPSM for qualified families.

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What is ADHD (formerly known as ADD) — and how does it really affect the brain? In this episode, licensed therapist Sohavanni Mand, LMFT explains ADHD and executive functioning in clear, practical terms. We cover how ADHD impacts the brain’s reward system, why motivation can feel inconsistent, and the connection between ADHD and emotional regulation challenges. Whether you’re a parent, teen, educator, or someone living with ADHD, this episode gives you tools to better understand focus, planning, and emotional balance.

Part 3: Research on RESET Techniques & Creating Safety

In this episode, Marissa dives into the research behind RESET techniques and how they help regulate the nervous system. She shares practical ways to incorporate these mind-body strategies into daily life and explores the question: “What makes you feel safe?” Learn how intentional practices can reduce stress, improve emotional regulation, and create a sense of safety and calm in your body and mind.

Whether you’re interested in mental health tools, mindfulness techniques, or building emotional resilience, Marissa breaks everything down into actionable steps you can start using right away. This episode is perfect for teens, parents, and anyone looking to feel grounded, secure, and more in control of their emotions.

Listen in to discover how to:

• Understand the research behind RESET techniques

• Use RESET strategies to calm your nervous system

• Identify what makes you feel safe and supported

• Apply mind-body practices for daily emotional regulation

If you want practical, science-backed ways to strengthen your mind-body connection and create emotional safety, this is a must-listen.