Brandon Roman: Improving Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Mental Health Disorders on College Campuses

Brandon Roman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and the owner of Skytop Mental Health Counseling PLLC; a private group of 9 counselors in Kingston, NY. SkytopMHC provides counseling services to children, adolescents, and adults with a diverse range of presenting mental health concerns.  Brandon provides clinical supervision and continuing education for other counselors, and is an adjunct professor of Counselor Education at SUNY New Paltz. His 15+ years of experience also include working in substance abuse treatment, college counseling, and wilderness therapy settings. Brandon has a personal interest in improving health through physical fitness, and sees psychological health as an imperative aspect of this. 

Instagram: @brandonjroman
Website: skytopmhc.com

In this conversation, Josh and Brandon discuss the current state of mental health awareness, the role of medication in treatment, the nuances of substance abuse, and the impact of peer influence and lifestyle changes on mental health. They explore how societal perceptions of mental health and substances like marijuana are evolving, and the importance of addressing both psychological and physical health in counseling. This conversation delves into the complex relationship between substance use and motivation, the evolving landscape of mental health services in college settings, and the foundational habits necessary for recovery. It highlights the importance of hope in mental health, explores the innovative approach of wilderness therapy, and offers practical advice for those struggling with mental health concerns. The discussion emphasizes the need for ongoing support and the potential of therapy as a tool for personal growth.

Additional Resources:

* Another great podcast related to addiction, replacing behaviors, and dopamine: https://open.spotify.com/episode/39dlTw0Ew6J4W2hmzxl1nf
* The "bullseye" exercise for focusing on values: https://drexel.edu/~/media/files/studentlife/counseling/bulls%20eye%20values%20exercise.ashx?la=en
* Screening for common mental health problems: https://screening.mhanational.org/
* Addiction screening: https://screening.mhanational.org/screening-tools/addiction/
* Depression Screening: https://screening.mhanational.org/screening-tools/depression/
* Anxiety Screening: \https://screening.mhanational.org/screening-tools/anxiety/
* Adverse Childhood Events (ACE) screening: https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2015/03/02/387007941/take-the-ace-quiz-and-learn-what-it-does-and-doesnt-mean and https://www.acesaware.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/ACE-Questionnaire-for-Adults-Identified-English-rev.7.26.22.pdf

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