Beyond the uniform: What mental health providers need to know about caring for veterans

In this episode of “Grow With,” Stephanie Anyakwo, LMFT, sits with Thom Tran, a retired Staff Sergeant, Purple Heart recipient, and comedian, to talk about the war that follows service members home.

Updated: November 11, 2026

Written by: Alyse Thompson, M.D.

Clinically reviewed by Dr. Naiylah Warren, DCFT, LMFT

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