Best Teen Mental Health Videos of 2019 [Top 10 from Mallory Grimste, LCSW]

December 30, 2019 Mallory Grimste

"Can you help me?"

This is a question I get ALL the time.

This playlist shares the most popular videos you've enjoyed from me in 2019.

I love helping teens build confidence and know that they are NOT alone.

We are IN this together!

To watch ALL these videos in one spot, click here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiLAumV7icFF5DAS_tiqQ1LrLXDVK6hvV

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10. 5 Ways You Can Help Teens Dealing With Toxic Friendships

It's probably safe to assume that you do not like being told you're wrong. And I'm pretty sure that you DEFINITELY do not like being told what to do. So what makes you think teens enjoy it when you talk to them like this? If you care about a teen who is in a toxic friendship, you should watch this video, where I'm sharing 5 ways you can help teens dealing with toxic friendships.

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/Ri7XcP1WfRs

9. Teen Girl Therapy Group: Behind the Scenes {Sneak Peek!}

You know that I love the power of Group Therapy for teens! I get a lot of questions about what happens in group therapy.

For privacy and confidentiality reasons, I can’t film and share an actual Teen Girl Therapy Group session, but I can give you a behind-the-scenes, sneak peek in this video.

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/PRxCUwh5WTI

8. How to Use Visualization to (Actually) Stick to Your Goals [Dream Jars]

Everyone knows that sticking your goals is a good thing.

You know the benefits:

🔥You feel better.

🔥You’re more likely to achieve them.

🔥You’re self esteem and confidence rises when you stick it out.

The list goes on and on. Sticking to your goals can be a gamechanger…. if you actually do it. This is why visualization is so important if you want to live your best life as a teenager. When you see it, you can be it.

Let's make some Dream Jars!!! Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/CLKiUVoZjFU

7. 5 Ways Dialectical Behavior Therapy Helps Teens Who Struggle With Self Harm

Using self-help strategies to support teens who struggle with self harm can only take you so far. Seeing a teen therapist can help! One of the most effective therapy models I use to work with teenagers who struggle with self harm is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

In this video, I'm sharing 5 ways DBT helps teens who struggle with self harm.

⚠️ Content Warning: This video contains content related to Self Harm. Please take the appropriate steps to protect your mental health + expectations. In the US you can text the Crisis Text Line 24/7 at 741-741.

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/f4hBhqK2pko

6. 4 Signs You Need To See A Teen Therapist

When is it time to see a Teen Therapist? I’m sure you’ve played with the idea. You’ve talked to your Pediatrician. You’ve watched the YouTube videos. How do you KNOW when it’s time? I created this video to explain the 4 signs it’s time for you to start seeing a Teen Therapist.

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/to460-1YrZ8

If you find yourself shaking your head YES to any of these, it’s time to make a change.

5. 5 Ways to Control Anxiety Attacks in the Morning (You Got This!)

If you or someone you know struggles with morning anxiety, you NEED to watch this video- I'm sharing 5 ways to control anxiety attacks in the morning.

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/W6vG02JM8nw

4. Dear Suicidal Teens….

Dear suicidal teens, You are NOT alone! It's very common to experience suicidal thinking when you are feeling overwhelmed by stress. And no, having suicidal thoughts is not always connected to mental illness like depression, anxiety, or some other mental health condition.

If you are considering killing yourself, or experiencing thoughts or urges to complete suicide, there is help! Talking helps.

CRISIS TEXT LINE: text anything to 741741
NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE (US): call 1-800-273-8255
TREVOR PROJECT LIFELINE (LGBTQ+ youth): call 1-866-488-7386
NATIONAL SEXUAL ASSAULT HOTLINE: call 1-800-656-4673
SUBSTANCE ABUSE HELPLINE: call 1-800-662-4357
DOMESTIC ABUSE HOTLINE: call 1-800-799-7233
OPTION LINE (pregnancy, abortion, and post-abortion): text "HELPLINE" to 313131

With Love, Mallory

⚠️ Content Warning: This video contains content related to Suicide. Please take the appropriate steps to protect your mental health + expectations. In the US you can text the Crisis Text Line 24/7 at 741-741.

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/-jOnjX8uj-g

3. What's the Difference Between Anxiety Attacks and Panic Attacks?

If you have ever wondered what the difference is between an anxiety attack and a panic attack- I’m going to tell you in this video.

If you or someone you know has ever had a true panic attack, then you already know they’re wildly different experiences from anxiety attacks. Because they have some similarities, some people use the terms interchangeably but this can be confusing because they really mean different things.

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/Bvz_QHqvEPg

2. How Many Coping Skills To Use!? (The Magic Number!)

Raise your hand if you’ve ever had an emotional breakdown! You know the kind- where you turn into an angry monster, or maybe a puddle of tears on the floor? You might have even experienced a full on panic attack.

I have SO been there! These are usually the moments when my teens tell me their coping skills don’t work- to which I reply- “Are you using the magic number?”

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/rnp_pD5lgCo

What Other People Think About You is NONE of Your Business Gentle Reminder

Do you care too much about what others think about you? You NEED to hear this Gentle Reminder: What other people think about you is NONE of you business.

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/oLMYuGwClTI

This playlist shares the most popular teen mental health videos you've enjoyed from me in 2019.

I can NOT wait to get started on making even more teen mental health videos for you in 2020!