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Ep. 60 The Revolutionary Impact of Virtual Reality in Mental Health Care with Jenai Tidwell, MA, LPC-S
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Struggling with mental health can feel like an uphill battle, but imagine if there was a way to conquer your fears in a safe, controlled environment. Enter the world of virtual reality therapy with Jenai Tidwell, MA, LPC-S a Houston-based licensed professional counselor and mental health innovator. In her extraordinary journey from medical student to mental health trailblazer, Jenai opens up about how her own mental health challenges led to her career in private practice. We uncover the layers of virtual reality cutting-edge treatment that's transforming how we address anxiety, phobias, PTSD, and substance abuse, creating a revolution in therapeutic practices and providing hope for those who need it most.
As we peel back the curtain on this therapeutic leap forward, Jenai shares the story of a staff member who overcame a needle phobia through VR exposure therapy—a testament to the incredible personal breakthroughs possible with this technology. She breaks down how VR's 200-plus scenarios are not just for confronting fears, but also building mindfulness and emotional regulation. But it's not all high-tech talk; Jenai emphasizes the human side of mental health care, highlighting her practice's efforts to make these life-changing therapies accessible to everyone through a sliding scale payment system. By nurturing the next generation of therapists, she's ensuring that mental health resources continue to grow, fostering a healthier, more resilient community. Join us to see how Janai Tidwell is not just reshaping the landscape of mental health care, but also offering a beacon of hope to those navigating the complexities of mental health challenges.
Jenai and her team are accepting new clients in the state of Texas and locally in the Houston, TX area. Connect with Jenai and her team:
https://fowlerandtidwell.com/
https://telewellnesshub.com/listing/fowler-tidwell-counseling/
We are happy and honored to be part of your life changing health and wellness journey:
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1. Ep. 60 The Revolutionary Impact of Virtual Reality in Mental Health Care with Jenai Tidwell, MA, LPC-S (00:00:00)
2. Innovative Therapy and Mental Health (00:00:06)
3. VR Therapy for Fear and Phobia (00:09:17)
4. VR Therapy Benefits and Access Scale (00:17:46)
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