What Should you Say if Someone Tells you they are Self Harming?

In today’s episode, we’re tackling a tough but important topic: how to respond when someone you care about opens up about self-harm. Supporting a loved one dealing with anxiety, depression, or other mental health struggles that lead to cutting or self-harm can be really challenging.
We’re sharing practical tips on how to offer support in ways that are genuinely helpful and compassionate. From what to say to how to react, these insights will guide you in providing the care and understanding your loved one needs.
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My Peak Mindset is created by Chera Mann, Joshua Holmes, and Jayden Freeman-three licensed mental health providers dedicated to helping you succeed on your mental health journey. We understand that therapy doesn’t always work for everyone, and there can be many reasons for that. Through our experience as therapists, we’ve seen what makes the difference for those who thrive in therapy, and we’re here to help you overcome the barriers that might be holding you back.
Whether you’re currently in therapy, working on your mental health through self-help, or considering a new approach, we’re here to support you. Our goal is to provide free, accessible information on managing issues like OCD, anxiety, depression, and mood instability. We also tackle topics that can be tough to bring up in therapy-like substance abuse, suicide thoughts, and self-harm-offering guidance on how to address these challenges in a therapeutic setting.
We believe that change is possible and that there’s always hope!