Thank you for your support throughout the last five years. Teenager Therapy has been a constant for so long and you've all helped give our lives so much meaning. This is our last episode to you, I hope you give it a thoughtful listen. We know you'll all go on to live amazing, fulfilling, and thoughtful lives. Fall in love with your existence. We love you. 

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With Love, Gael, Thomas, Kayla

Hi, it's Kayla and Gael and we started a podcast company dedicated to producing original shows that help you feel less alone. It's called Astro Studios and the first show under it is called Friendgroup. Each season of Friendgroup highlights how 16 young people dealt with a common life issue. We wanted to personally show you the first episode of Friendgroup, "outgrowing the love you had for them | vinh, 19" please let us know what you think! If you like it, you can listen to season 1 one Friendgroup everywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @astrostudios.xyz or friendgroup.xyz Visit dosomething.org/teenagertherapy to participate in Camp Reboot and add some tools to your mental health toolkit! You’ll even be entered for the opportunity to earn a $2,000 scholarship and other exclusive items! You can also follow them on IG @dosomething Where to find us: Instagram @gaelaitor @_kaylasuarez @_thomaspham

Friendgroup a podcast by Astro Studios

How do we say this... the last episode of TT will air on September 18th. Surprise! After 5 years, Teenager Therapy is officially coming to an end. In this episode, we explain everything - why it's happening, what's next, and how to keep up with us. We're also going to ask you to send us a message, note, or anything else you wish to tell us before our last episode. DM it to us on Instagram @teenagertherapy !! Where to find us: Instagram @gaelaitor @_kaylasuarez @_thomaspham Unfinished Thoughts is Gael's other podcast @astrostudios.xyz is Kayla and Gael's podcast production company Visit dosomething.org/teenagertherapy to participate in Camp Reboot and add some tools to your mental health toolkit! You’ll even be entered for the opportunity to earn a $2,000 scholarship and other exclusive items! You can also follow them on IG @dosomething

Teenager Therapy is Ending

Do you feel mature or do you find yourself feeling like a kid still? In this episode, we explore why we unreasonably expect ourselves to act grown & mature, our craving to be youthful, and the process of letting ourselves be seen for who we are.

Portraying yourself as more mature than you feel

Do you feel like you might never be truly happy? Do you avoid joy knowing it's temporary? In this episode, we talk about what it takes to be happy, how to be okay with sadness, and how to accept the endless journey towards happiness. News! Kayla and Gael started a podcast company, it's called Astro Studios. Their first show just came out and it's called Friendgroup. You can listen to it everywhere! You can also follow us on socials @teenagertherapy and follow Astro Studios @astrostudios.xyz

How to be happy

Do you hate yourself? Do you feel pessimistic about life? Are you constantly wondering why you're so harsh on yourself even when you know you don't deserve it? In this episode, we talk about self-hatred and how to continue forward when everything feels pointless. News! Kayla and Gael started a podcast company, it's called Astro Studios. Their first show just came out and it's called Friendgroup. You can listen to it here. You can also follow us on socials @teenagertherapy and follow Astro Studios @astrostudios.xyz

self-hatred & hating life

Change is uncomfortable but if life is change, then how do you come to terms and learn to accept the growing pains? In this episode, we talk about our experience with constant change, reverting back to old habits, and learning to deal with growing pains. News! Kayla and Gael started a podcast company, it's called Astro Studios. Their first show just came out and it's called Friendgroup. You can listen to it here. You can also follow us on socials @teenagertherapy and follow Astro Studios @astrostudios.xyz

being okay with your life constantly changing

A banter between 3 friends who are slightly sleep deprived, disoriented, and hungry. News! Kayla and Gael started a podcast company, it's called Astro Studios. Their first show just came out and it's called Friendgroup. You can listen to it here. You can also follow us on socials @teenagertherapy and follow Astro Studios @astrostudios.xyz

Listen when you feel alone

do you ever feel like life is passing you by? being so focused on work or school that you forget stopping to rest is an option? in this episode, we talk about our longing to go back to simpler times, the growing pains of life, and how we wish we could rest. News! Kayla and Gael started a podcast company, it's called Astro Studios. Their first show just came out and it's called Friendgroup. You can listen to it here. You can also follow us on socials @teenagertherapy and follow Astro Studios @astrostudios.xyz

wanting a break from life

have you and your friends fantasized about living together? in this episode, we talk about our experience living together for the past month, bad habits we've noticed in each other, and how having a functional household requires a lot of sacrifice. hope you enjoy! keep up with us on socials @teenagertherapy

what moving in with your friends is like

Content Warning: In this week’s episode, we will be discussing issues that may be disturbing or triggering to some. Some things we will be discussing will include but are not limited to mentions of Sexual Assault, Coercion, Mental Health Struggles, etc. If you or someone you know is struggling, please refer to this episode description for resources and support. While this episode will not include either party from the following case, we are discussing it with their consent. Over a year ago, one of our podcast hosts was accused of SA. We were asked to hold them accountable but struggled to figure out what that meant. This episode is us reflecting on our response to a very serious situation, an apology for our shortcomings, and an attempt to understand what holding someone accountable looks like. For more information about accountability and alternative justice, go to www.safebae.org/360-schools/accountability-training/ *********** Unfortunately, the audio file for this episode got corrupted so we are forced to use our backup. Please excuse the poor audio quality. You will also notice we re-recorded certain parts to better reflect our feelings on the situation. Thank you for your patience. Resources National Sexual Assault Hotline (USA): Call 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or visit https://www.rainn.org/ RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): Offers support, information, and resources for survivors of sexual assault in the United States. Visit their website at https://www.rainn.org/ Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 (US) or 686868 (Canada) to connect with a trained crisis counselor. National Domestic Violence Hotline (USA): Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit https://www.thehotline.org/ 1in6: Offers support and resources for male survivors of sexual abuse. Visit their website at https://1in6.org/ Women's Aid (UK): Provides information and support for women experiencing domestic violence and sexual assault. Visit their website at https://www.womensaid.org.uk/ VictimConnect: Offers a helpline and online chat services for all victims of crime in the United States. Visit their website at https://victimconnect.org/

Your Friend Is Accused Of SA, Now What?

Do you think you self-sabotage? Are you able to accept love? Does your past trauma make it hard for you to open up again? In this episode, we talk about the difference between self-sabotaging and protecting yourself, intentionality in dating, and having the courage to open up while Thomas begins his dating adventures in NYC. Enjoy! News! Kayla and Gael started a podcast company, it's called Astro Studios. Their first show just came out and it's called Friendgroup. You can listen to it here. You can also follow us on socials @teenagertherapy and follow Astro Studios @astrostudios.xyz

Am I Self-Sabotaging In Relationships?

Do you think social media traps you into only making friends with people you have mutuals with? Does it make it harder to get out of your social bubble? In this episode, we talk about how we decide who to be friends with, if mutuals make us more or less likely to be friend with someone, and ways to try to get out of our social bubble. Enjoy! Also this is our first episode filmed in NY! Woooo! You will also notice a camera crew in the room, that's for a secret project we're a part of that we'll tell you about later! Follow us on socials everywhere @teenagertherapy

How Social Media Affects The Types Of Friends We Make

Do you feel lonely even though you have friends surrounding you? Do you feel as if you're always on the search for a deeper connection? In this episode, we talk about feeling misunderstood, alone, and how to stay connected to friends despite distance.

Why Do We Feel Misunderstood By Friends?

We're moving to NY! Sorta... In this episode, we talk about how consequential these next 2 months will be, how radically different our life will look, and the pressure to figure out who we are and what we're doing with our life.

We're Moving to NY! & What Are We Doing With Our Life?

Five stressed, sleep-deprived, yet energetic teens sit down and talk about the struggles that come with being a teenager. Is high school really as bad as everyone says? A podcast that's a coming-of-age story portrayed in real-time. A culmination of mistakes and growth and a reminder you're not alone.

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