Therapist Reacts: Viral Mental Health Tips — Helpful or Harmful?

Are the latest mental health tips trending on TikTok and Instagram actually helping your well-being—or hurting it? In this episode of The Nearly Normal Podcast, licensed therapists Kate and Nina dive into the most popular self-care hacks and wellness advice spreading across social media. From “dopamine detoxes” to affirmations, mental reset routines, and emotional check-in hacks, we break down what’s therapist-approved and what’s just digital fluff.

We’ll talk about:

• How to tell the difference between evidence-based therapy techniques and social media myths

• The mental health trends that actually work (according to science)

• The risks of following unverified advice for anxiety, depression, and trauma

• How to use social media safely to support your emotional wellness

If you're curious about what’s legit in the world of online mental health, this episode is your must-listen guide.