03/11/2026
“Are you excited?”
It’s the question every graduating senior hears when talking about the transition to college but the answer is rarely that simple.
Grateful to be part of a webinar with GapWell and YMSL, creating space for an honest conversation about this important transition.
During the session, I had the opportunity to interview a college senior and a recent graduate about their experiences navigating the shift from high school to college: the excitement of independence, the pressure of feeling like everyone else has it figured out, and the many emotions that come with stepping into a new chapter.
They then turned the tables and interviewed me, bringing in the therapist and parent perspective: the mix of pride and grief that can arise during this stage, the challenge of balancing support and independence, and the importance of staying present during senior year while preparing for what’s ahead.
What stood out most is how much this moment represents a transition not only for students, but for parents as well.
Conversations like these reinforce how important it is to create spaces where young people and families can talk honestly about the emotional side of these milestones.
Grateful to partner with communities that value these kinds of meaningful discussions.
