Broadcasting from Utah
What are the unique difficulties facing Gen-Z today – and how do we meet them where they’re at and offer a helping hand? Meet Hayley Caddes and Colin McDonald of Not Therapy Coaching, former “troubled teens” who both went through wilderness therapy programs, attended therapeutic boarding schools, and, ultimately, have been where a lot of Gen-Z teens now find themselves. Together, Andrew, Hayley, and Colin shed light on the fears and roadblocks impacting Gen-Z today and some best practices for guiding and encouraging them through the tumultuous years of growing up. With great compassion and insight, this conversation is a beacon for parents and caregivers raising today’s youth.
ORDER Andrew’s New Book, LAUNCH: https://a.co/d/e5FE5JZ
Andrew Taylor Website: Octagonmentoring.com
Not Therapy Website: https://www.nottherapy.me/
Hayley Caddes – Life Coach & Mental Health Advocate
Hayley Caddes is a certified life coach on a mission to help young people transform their lives and take control of their mental health. After overcoming undiagnosed mental illness, social anxiety, substance abuse, and self-destructive behaviors in her teens, she attended a therapeutic boarding school, later earning a BS & MS in Chemical Engineering from Columbia University and building a successful career in STEM, data science, and entrepreneurship. Drawing from her personal journey, Hayley founded Chill Pill, a peer support mental health platform for Gen Z, raising over $2 million in venture capital. Now, through her coaching business, she provides day-to-day guidance and mentorship, offering young adults the support and strategies they need to build confidence, develop coping skills, and create a fulfilling life. Now thriving in New York City, Hayley is redefining mental health support with authenticity, transparency, and real-world experience.
Colin MacDonald – Certified Life Coach & Transformational Guide
Colin MacDonald is a Certified Life Coach dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and unlock their full potential. With a BA in Communication from Eastern Washington University, he built a successful career in professional sports and tech sales, leading high-performing teams before transitioning to coaching. Colin’s journey is one of resilience—he battled depression, anxiety, and substance abuse as a teenager, spending time in wilderness therapy and therapeutic boarding school before embarking on a transformative path of self-discovery. Now, he uses his personal experience to support others facing similar struggles, offering expertise in executive functioning, parent coaching, and future planning. Passionate about mentorship, Colin strives to be the guide he once needed—helping clients build confidence, set goals, and create a fulfilling future. Now thriving in Denver, he’s committed to empowering others to do the same.
