Doing the work to help ourselves makes it possible for us to be able to help others. In this episode of C89.5's student-hosted Coping 101 podcast, we're joined by Kelsey Motley, an alum of Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center's Recovery Program who's on her way to becoming a Clinical Mental Health Counselor. Listen and learn as she shares her story with insights on seeking help, mindfulness, the life-saving benefits of service animals, and some of the tools she uses daily to maintain mental wellness.

Coping 101 is an ongoing series that destigmatizes mental health from a teen's perspective, made possible by Seattle Children's and Crisis Connections with local support from Carter Subaru, Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center, Hansmire Builders and Audian.

No matter our age or background we all face challenges, and there are healthy ways to cope. Get started with more episodes and vital resources hosted at c895.org/coping101

More about Pathlight's nationwide network of recovery centers, including some in Western Washington, is online at pathlightbh.com