Along the Gravel Road Podcast
Welcome to the Along the Gravel Road Podcast where we’re changing the conversation around mental health. As a You Aren’t Alone Project non-profit initiative, the goal of the podcast is to provide a safe platform for people to share their stories and give others a sense of hope and connection.
With guests ranging from individuals who are open and willing to share their own mental health journeys to mental health professionals to share expertise and advice.
Trigger warning: Some topics discussed in these episodes may be difficult for listeners to hear. If you are feeling triggered by a topic, we encourage you to listen when you are in a better space, or with someone you trust.
Unless otherwise stated, topics discussed are based on personal experiences, not professional advice, and should not be considered an alternative to seeking support from a mental health professional when needed. Additional resources will be provided in the show notes of each episode.
Along the Gravel Road Podcast
My Journey From Therapy to Founding Mental Health Match with Ryan Schwartz
In this week’s episode I talk with Ryan Schwartz, founder of Mental Health Match, a free & confidential service that can match you to the therapists and counselors who best meet your needs. Ryan knows the power of therapy and is passionate about helping people find the support they need. We talk about his personal journey with therapy, how impactful it was in a time of crisis, and maybe even more so as he navigated everyday life. He’s also no stranger to the barriers of finding the right therapist. That experience lit a fire under him to change that process and remove those barriers. Ryan shares with us the steps and research that went into starting Mental Health Match by identifying the most important aspects people look for in a therapist, which, at the end of the day, will and should be one of the most impactful relationships in your life.
We recorded this episode back in January and are excited to announce that Mental Health Match is now available here in Louisiana as well.
Learn More About Mental Health Match
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