Who's Afraid of ICE? Deportation Anxiety & the Mental Health Impact of Immigration - Ep372

In Episode 372 of Through a Therapist's Eyes, we take an unvarnished look at the psychological toll of deportation anxiety in an era of surging interior ICE enforcement. When the threat of detention is a grounded reality rather than an irrational catastrophization, traditional advice like "stop worrying" falls completely flat. Bridging hard policy data with clinical wisdom, this episode explores how chronic hypervigilance reshapes daily life—from children carrying hidden attachment fears to families shrinking their worlds to stay safe. Join our panel of therapists as we unpack the delicate balance between realistic preparation and emotional regulation, offering practical insight on how to navigate high-stakes uncertainty, distinguish risk management from life-altering avoidance, and continue living when the fear is very real. Tune in to see Deportation Anxiety Through a Therapist's Eyes.