Hot Mess Help Desk

<p>College doesn’t come with a handbook especially for first-gen, non-traditional, & commuter students juggling more than just classes. In this episode of Hot Mess Help Desk, we talk with Dr. Zachary Pilot about...

<p>This week, we chat with Kevin Corbin from Public Safety about what campus safety really means — no scare tactics (maybe), no judgment, just practical ways to feel more secure day-to-day. We bust common myths, share...

<p>This week, the Hot Mess Help Desk brings in a special guest — Jeff Chestnut, our campus Fitness Center Director — to talk about movement as a tool for mental health. We break down gym myths and talk about starting...

<p>Hot Mess Help Desk is back for Season 2. College stress, mental health, fitness, safety, careers, and everything in between—we’ve got something for everybody. With a guest every episode, two counselor hosts break...

<p>In this season finale of Hot Mess Help Desk, your campus counselors look back at the biggest themes of the semester — what worked, what didn’t, and what we’re all still figuring out. They’ll unpack lessons on...

<p>Reaching out for help doesn’t mean you’re failing — it means you’re human. In this episode, Mya and Lainie unpack how to recognize when it’s time to get support, what counseling actually looks like (and what it...

<p>In this chaotic-comfy episode of Hot Mess Help Desk, Lainie and Mya actually do chores with you — using behavioral activation, questionable motivation, and lots of laughter to get something (anything!) done.</p><p>We...

<p>Feeling overwhelmed, numb, or totally over it? Mya guides you through a gentle gratitude reset - no journaling required. From small comforts to tiny victories, this episode helps you reconnect to with your own...

<p>Identity, belonging, and imposter syndrome — oh my. This episode dives into the messy process of figuring out who you are in college (and realizing it’s okay if the answer changes). Mya and Lainie discuss identity...

<p>When your brain won't stop spiraling and your to-do list feels never-ending, Mya guides you through a gentle mindfulness practice designed to quiet the chaos. Together, you'll ground in the present moment, notice...

<p>This week on Hot Mess Help Desk, Lainie and Mya get real about one of the hardest self-care skills on campus: setting boundaries. From roommates who don’t get the hint to group projects gone rogue, they're diving...

<p>Ever wish you could hear something kind - from you? In this guided reflection, Mya leads you through writing (or imagining) a letter to yourself from a place of compassion, honesty, and care. No self-improvement...

<p>College can be lonely — even when you’re surrounded by people. In this episode, Mya and Lainie talk about depression, isolation, and what to do when “I’m fine” isn’t cutting it. They’ll share how to recognize when...

<p>In this counselor led pep-talk, Mya helps you push back against self-doubt, perfectionism, and that voice in your head that says you're not enough. This episode blends humor, honesty, and affirmations for the days...

<p>Anxiety, overthinking, and the never-ending mental to-do list — sound familiar? Mya and Lainie explore how anxiety shows up in college life (spoiler: it’s not always panic attacks) and how to quiet your brain when it...