The Care Couch

Vincent's Legacy & Mt Airy Therapy

Real Conversations. Real Life. A Little Laughter. Grab your coffee, get comfortable, and join Roxane and Alan for The Care Couch—where mental health meets real life, honest conversations, and a healthy dose of humor. Hosted by Roxane Cann & Alan Bagshaw in Mt. Airy, North Carolina, this podcast takes a candid, sometimes hilarious, and always meaningful look at the challenges we face in our everyday lives in Surry County, NC.  From anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction to relationships, family drama, community issues, and everything in between, Roxane and Alan tackle the topics that matter without the clinical jargon or judgment.  Some conversations will make you think. Others might make you uncomfortable. And some will leave you laughing because, let's face it, life can be a little chaotic.  Our mission is simple: break down the stigma surrounding mental health, encourage meaningful conversations, and remind our community that nobody has to navigate life's chaos alone. No therapy sessions. No judgment. Just two people and conversations worth having. Pull up a seat. The coffee's brewing, and the conversation is just getting started. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes and does not constitute mental health treatment or establish a therapist-client relationship.

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    The Question That Could Save a Life

    Send us Fan Mail What if one conversation could help save someone's life? Suicide is a difficult subject, but avoiding the conversation can leave people struggling in silence. In this episode of The Care Couch, Roxane of Vincent's Legacy and Alan of Mt. Airy Therapy tackle one of the most important conversations we can have: suicide prevention. With compassion, honesty, and practical guidance, Roxane and Alan explore the realities of suicide, the warning signs we sometimes overlook, and the challenges facing individuals and families in Mount Airy and Surry County, North Carolina. In this episode, we discuss: Common risk factors and warning signs associated with suicide.How depression, trauma, substance use, isolation, and life circumstances can contribute to suicidal thoughts.Why asking someone directly about suicide does not put the idea in their head.How to start a conversation when you're concerned about a friend, family member, or coworker.How to approach conversations about suicide differently with children, teenagers, and adults.What to say and do when someone tells you they're thinking about suicide.Suicide prevention resources available in Mount Airy, Surry County, and beyond.You don't have to be a therapist to make a difference. Sometimes, the most important thing you can do is listen, ask the difficult question, and help someone connect with support. Local and National Resources 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988, available 24/7.Vaya Partners Behavioral Health Crisis Line: 1-800-849-6127.Emergency Services: Call 911 if someone is in immediate danger.988lifeline.org: Additional crisis support and information.Remember: You don't have to have all the answers to start a conversation that matters. The Care Couch — Real Conversations. Real Life. A Little Laughter. Content Advisory: This episode includes discussions of suicide, suicidal thoughts, and mental-health crises. Listener discretion is advised. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes and is not a substitute for individualized mental-health treatment, diagnosis, or emergency services.

    The Question That Could Save a Life

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Real Conversations. Real Life. A Little Laughter. Grab your coffee, get comfortable, and join Roxane and Alan for The Care Couch—where mental health meets real life, honest conversations, and a healthy dose of humor. Hosted by Roxane Cann & Alan Bagshaw in Mt. Airy, North Carolina, this podcast takes a candid, sometimes hilarious, and always meaningful look at the challenges we face in our everyday lives in Surry County, NC.  From anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction to relationships, family drama, community issues, and everything in between, Roxane and Alan tackle the topics that matter without the clinical jargon or judgment.  Some conversations will make you think. Others might make you uncomfortable. And some will leave you laughing because, let's face it, life can be a little chaotic.  Our mission is simple: break down the stigma surrounding mental health, encourage meaningful conversations, and remind our community that nobody has to navigate life's chaos alone. No therapy sessions. No judgment. Just two people and conversations worth having. Pull up a seat. The coffee's brewing, and the conversation is just getting started. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes and does not constitute mental health treatment or establish a therapist-client relationship.