Helping Gen Zers reach their dreams - Gen Z Life Coach, Dr. Melanie McNally

<p>Melanie McNally, PsyD, is a licensed clinical psychologist and founder of <a href="https://www.destinationyou.net/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Destination You</a>, a boutique mental wellness service designed to help Gen Zers step into a version of themselves that is aligned with their values and goals.</p> <p>It’s personal development + life coaching + cheerleading + accountability to help your tween, teen, or young adult discover who they truly are. Dr. McNally uses her 16 years of experience working in the mental health field and 9 years working specifically with tweens, teens, and young adults to develop programs and create curriculum that help build self-confidence, set goals, and promote mental wellness.</p> <p>She’s created an experience that will promote mental well-being and help Gen Zers feel energized, invigorated, and excited about their lives.</p> <p>In this episode we discuss:</p> <ul> <li>How she helps Gen Zers identify and reach their goals and how parents can support them through this process. </li> <li>Her transition from psychology to life coaching and how life coaching is different from therapy. </li> <li>The misconceptions of Gen Zers. </li> <li>The negative impact of social media and cellphones on Gen Zers and their mental health.</li> <li>Impactful ways to connect with your Gen Zer. </li> </ul> <p>Resources mentioned in this episode:</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://mailchi.mp/742e2abdcd5c/engage-with-your-gen-zer" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">A Guide for Parents to Engage with their Gen Zer</a>: </li> <li><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Everyday-Sisu-Tapping-Fortitude-Resilient/dp/059341926X" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Everyday Sisu: Tapping into Finnish Fortitude for a Happier, More Resilient Life</a></li> </ul> <p>Connect with Dr. Melanie on <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/drmelaniemcnally/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Instagram</a> and <a href= "https://www.destinationyou.net/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Destination You.Net</a> for more resources. </p> <p>Conne