In this powerful episode, we sat down with Benjamin Holmes, owner and CEO of Benjamin Holmes Counseling and Switchback Counseling Services, to explore the importance of mental health and the incredible work his team is doing in Middle Tennessee. Benjamin shared his personal journey into counseling, from growing up with a mother struggling with severe mental illness to becoming a Baptist minister and ultimately transitioning into therapy.
We discussed the challenges people face when seeking mental health support, the financial barriers that often prevent individuals from getting the help they need, and how Switchback Counseling Services is breaking down those barriers by offering affordable and sliding-scale therapy options. Benjamin also introduced us to neurofeedback therapy, a revolutionary technique that helps rewire the brain to improve focus, reduce anxiety, and even assist those with ADHD and autism.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to better understand mental health, the power of therapy, and the resources available to make it accessible to all. If you've ever wondered whether therapy is for you or if cost has been a roadblock, Benjamin and his team are proving that help is within reach.
Takeaways
- Mental health matters – Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
- Affordability should never be a barrier – Switchback Counseling Services provides free and reduced-rate therapy options to make mental health care accessible.
- Neurofeedback therapy is changing lives – This innovative approach helps with ADHD, anxiety, sleep disorders, and even autism, offering long-term benefits without medication.
- The right therapist makes all the difference – Therapy is about finding someone you trust and feel comfortable with, so don’t hesitate to explore different options.
- COVID changed the mental health landscape – More people are seeking therapy than ever, and that’s a good thing!
- The importance of giving back – Benjamin and his team have provided over $300,000 worth of free and reduced-rate services to those in need.
- Breaking the stigma – Men, in particular, often struggle to seek help, but mental health support is essential for everyone.
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https://www.switchbackcounseling.com/
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