Book Talk with Chris Willard: College Mental Health 101

On Wednesday, August 20th, at 4:30pm, the West Tisbury Library will host author and psychologist Dr. Christopher Willard (Psy.D.) for a presentation of his new book, College Mental Health 101. Earlier that day, Dr. Willard will join Farmers Market Storytime, at 10:30am, at the Ag Hall, for a reading of his children’s book, Feelings Are Like Farts. These events are free and open to the public. 

Dr. Christopher Willard, (Psy. D.) is a clinical psychologist, author and consultant based in Massachusetts. He has spoken in forty countries, and has presented at two TEDx events. He is the author of twenty books, including Alphabreaths (2019), Growing Up Mindful (2016), Feelings are Like Farts (2023) and College Mental Health 101, (2025). His thoughts on mental health have been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, mindful.org, cnn.com, and elsewhere. He teaches at Harvard Medical School.

More students than ever are applying to and starting college with mental health issues, while others find themselves in crisis once there. College Mental Health 101 offers hope and clear direction to those looking for support. Featuring interviews with hundreds of students and professionals, with answers to over a hundred of the most common questions, Chris Willard, Blaise Aguirre and Chelsie Green have compiled a definitive guide for students, families and educators about managing mental health and supporting those who need it.

Dr. Willard will be sharing best advice for the application process, timelines for the transition to college, and tips for thriving and finding support and accommodations once there. Whether you are a caregiver or student yourself, come prepared to learn how best to manage mental health in the college years.