The notion of stigma is still very present with regard to what it means to have mental health issues. I often have both active duty and veterans find me in my private practice knowing that I was previous military. It doesn't, in that environment feel safe just yet to be able to talk openly about what's going on for me.
Dr. Karlyn Pleasants is a clinical Psychologist who specializes in adult and adolescent psychotherapy. She is also the Chief Clinical Advisor and a managing partner at Anew Treatment Center, Scottsdale AZ.
Megan Harrison holds a master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with experience in transgenerational trauma and mental illness.
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