Teens, Anxiety, and Identity: What's Really Driving the Surge in Counseling?

Why are more teens struggling with anxiety even though mental health resources have never been more abundant? In this episode, Dr. Kathy explains the unseen forces driving the rise in youth mental health challenges, from family fragmentation to identity pressure to cultural lies that amplify insecurity. She breaks down why more kids are in counseling today, why increased services haven't solved the problem, and what actually helps kids build resilience. You'll learn how to speak hope into a child who feels overwhelmed. Dr. Kathy gives insight to call out strengths when mental health feels like a defining label. Wayne and Dr. Kathy also explain how faith reframes weakness as a place for God's strength to shine.