Mental Health Episodes

Gabriele Cotronei on Connecting Mind and Body to Heal | 1,595 Gabriele Cotronei believes healing begins when people feel truly seen, understood, and connected. A psychotherapist, educator, and international mental health consultant, Gabriele has spent more than a decade helping individuals navigate trauma, depression, addiction, and life's most difficult transitions. His approach goes beyond treating symptoms, guiding people toward a deeper understanding of themselves and the experiences that have shaped them. By combining psychodynamic therapy with somatic practices, Gabriele helps clients reconnect the mind and body, creating meaningful, lasting change rather than temporary relief. His work is grounded in the belief that genuine transformation happens when people are given the space to explore their stories with honesty, compassion, and curiosity. Driven by a passion for improving mental health care, Gabriele advocates for approaches that are more human, accessible, and …

Tammy Machmali on Emotional Freedom and Inner Peace | 1,593 Tammy Machmali believes the life you want begins the moment you stop carrying the emotional weight that was never yours to keep. Founder of Baggage Be Gone: Healing Hearts & Minds, Tammy has dedicated her work to helping people release the hidden beliefs, unresolved pain, and emotional patterns that quietly shape their lives. By combining subconscious healing, hypnosis, forgiveness work, and practical transformation tools, she guides individuals toward lasting freedom and deeper self awareness. Tammy's own journey spans cultures, continents, and personal transformation. Born in Iran, raised in Israel, and now living in the United States, her experiences have given her a unique perspective on resilience, identity, and the universal desire to live with greater peace and purpose. Those experiences became the foundation for helping others uncover what has been holding them back for years. As a podcast host, author, sp…

Dustin Shepherd on Helping Veterans Navigate Life After Service | 1,591 Dustin Shepherd believes the greatest act of leadership is making the path easier for someone else to walk. A retired U.S. Army Sergeant Major with 29 years of service, Dustin Shepherd spent his military career leading through some of the most demanding environments imaginable. Multiple combat deployments taught him that leadership is measured not by authority, but by the ability to guide people through uncertainty, hardship, and change. After facing his own personal struggles and the devastating loss of fellow Soldiers, Dustin realized that many people who want help never receive it because they do not know where to begin. That insight inspired him to found TOA, an organization dedicated to connecting individuals with the right resources, support, and guidance when they need it most. Rather than creating another program, Dustin focused on building a bridge, one that brings clarity to complex systems a…

Nora Smyth on Creating Safer Spaces for Healing | 1,589 Nora Smyth believes meaningful change begins with the people who care for others. A licensed clinical social worker, educator, and founder of Join The Constellation PLCC, Nora is dedicated to strengthening the next generation of mental health professionals through intentional clinical supervision, practical education, and trauma informed leadership. Her work is driven by the belief that healthier practitioners create healthier individuals, families, and communities. As the author of five self care toolkits, Nora equips both clinicians and the public with practical strategies for resilience, reflection, and emotional well being. She is also developing specialized continuing education focused on domestic violence, helping practitioners move beyond theory with real world tools that strengthen trauma informed care. Beyond her clinical work, Nora is a passionate advocate committed to breaking the silence surrounding domest…

Julie Cochrane on Subconscious Mind and Anxiety Healing | 1,585 Julie Cochrane helps people change the patterns they cannot think their way out of. A Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Rapid Transformational Therapist, and Integration Coach, Julie specializes in helping high functioning adults overcome anxiety, self doubt, trauma, and the subconscious beliefs that quietly shape their lives. Her work goes beyond managing symptoms, focusing instead on creating lasting change at the level where those patterns begin. Having experienced her own journey through anxiety and emotional struggle, Julie understands what it feels like to be trapped by invisible patterns and what it takes to break free from them. That personal insight, combined with advanced clinical training, allows her to help clients move from overthinking and self criticism to confidence, clarity, and emotional freedom. Personally trained by Marisa Peer and selected to serve on the in house Rapid Transformational T…

Dr Katelyn Lehman on Understanding Emotional Regulation | 1,574 Dr. Katelyn Lehman believes mental health cannot be understood by looking at the mind alone. It must be understood through the nervous system, our relationships, and the world we live in. A clinical psychologist and mental health expert, Dr. Katelyn Lehman integrates neuroscience, psychology, and public health to help people better understand emotional well being from both a personal and systemic perspective. Her work bridges clinical practice, research, and community health, offering a more complete view of how healing happens. Throughout her career, she has supported individuals navigating trauma, chronic stress, immigration, systemic barriers, and complex psychological challenges. Beyond individual care, she has led community based initiatives across Southern California that strengthen resilience through practical, everyday approaches to health, connection, and wellbeing. Dr. Lehman's mission is to move the…

David Woods Bartley on Healing Trauma Through Connection | 1,568 David Woods Bartley is changing the way people talk about mental health by replacing shame with understanding and isolation with connection. An internationally recognized speaker, trainer, TEDx presenter, and mental health advocate, David draws from a life marked by profound adversity to deliver one of the most authentic voices in the mental wellness movement. After surviving childhood sexual abuse, the loss of a parent, depression, PTSD, and suicidal struggles, he transformed his own healing journey into a mission to help others find hope. At the heart of his work is the belief that mental health cannot be addressed by focusing on symptoms alone. Through his Whole Person Care philosophy, David teaches a holistic approach that recognizes the interconnected roles of emotional, physical, social, and spiritual well being in lasting recovery and resilience. Over the course of more than 800 presentations and two T…

Dr. Kerri Husman on Healing Beyond Traditional Psychiatry | 1,541 Dr. Kerri Husman works at the intersection of psychiatry, healing, and human transformation. An integrative psychiatrist, trauma-informed coach, and educator, Dr. Husman helps people navigate some of life's most complex challenges, including trauma, spiritual crises, chronic symptoms, treatment-resistant conditions, and the search for deeper meaning and healing. Rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach, she draws from a diverse range of disciplines including psychiatry, energy psychology, hypnosis, functional medicine principles, neuroplasticity, psychedelics, and spiritual healing practices. Her work is rooted in the belief that true healing honors the whole person, mind, body, emotions, and spirit. Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Husman serves as guest faculty for the Foundation for Shamanic Studies and hosts The Way of the Shaman Podcast®, where she explores the wisdom, experiences, and teach…

Thomas Wurm on Healing What You Were Taught to Hide | 1,519 Thomas Wurm walked through the fire and came back with a new understanding of healing. Former wildland firefighter. Trauma recovery guide. Practitioner of deep transformational work. After 14 years on the front lines, Thomas knew what it meant to survive under pressure while silently carrying chronic stress, physical pain, and emotional wounds buried beneath resilience. What changed his life was not another coping mechanism. It was discovering the root. Through neuroscience, somatic healing, energy work, and Mental and Emotional Release®, Thomas found a path that transformed more than symptoms. It transformed identity, self-worth, and the patterns passed down through generations. Today, he guides others through the same process with a grounded, powerful approach that bridges science, psychology, and ancient healing practices. His mission is clear: help people break free from the cycles they were taught to survi…

1,476 | Jake Robbins on Becoming a Stronger Version of You Jake Robbins, known as “The Modern Alchemist,” is a coach, entrepreneur, and speaker focused on deep, identity-level transformation. Based in Minneapolis, he is the owner of High Caliber Records, Built Different Music Group, and A Better Life Living, a growing platform designed to help individuals step into their next level of life and leadership. His work centers on helping high-functioning individuals break subconscious patterns, expand their internal capacity, and move beyond surface-level change. Through A Better Life Living, he also provides courses that address mental health and addiction at the root, creating lasting and sustainable transformation. Jake’s approach is shaped by lived experience. After navigating mental health and addiction challenges from a young age, he rebuilt his life through a combination of inner work, discipline, and self awareness. Today, he integrates that experience with modern coaching…

1,474 | From Breakdown to Breakthrough Gretchen Schoser Gretchen Schoser, known as G Rex, is a mental health advocate, entrepreneur, and podcast host redefining how individuals and organizations approach well being. She is the co host and business manager of the award winning podcast Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads, a globally recognized show with over 2 million downloads across more than 100 countries. The podcast creates space for real, unfiltered conversations around mental health, blending honesty, humor, and lived experience to remind people they are not alone. Gretchen’s work is rooted in her own turning point. After facing one of the most difficult chapters of her life, she made the decision to reach out for help, a moment that shifted everything. What followed was not just recovery, but a complete redefinition of purpose. Today, as the owner of Schoser Talent and Wellness Solutions, she works with small and midsize businesses to build healthier, more human centered …

1,472 | Dr Stephen Mateka on Supporting Youth Mental Health Dr. Stephen Mateka is a double board certified psychiatrist specializing in both General and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and currently serves as Medical Director of Psychiatry and Co Chair at Inspira Health System. His work sits at the intersection of clinical care, leadership, and advocacy. He plays an active role in shaping mental health systems across New Jersey, serving as Immediate Past President of the New Jersey Psychiatric Association and advising the state’s Children’s System of Care. He also contributes at a national level through leadership roles with organizations focused on advancing child and adolescent psychiatry. Dr. Mateka’s expertise extends beyond practice into thought leadership. As Section Editor for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Psychiatric Times, he helps bring forward critical insights and developments in the field. Trained at Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine and th…

1,467 | Ralph Brewer on Becoming the Man You Should Be Ralph Brewer is the author of REBUILD: The Complete Guide to Starting Over as a Man, along with The Dead Bedroom Fix, Divorce Panic, Red Flags, and Real Talk: No Bullsht Life Advice for Young Men*. His work has reached hundreds of thousands of men worldwide through his books, podcast, and growing global community. More than a decade ago, after a divorce and personal collapse, Ralph faced a hard reset. Instead of avoiding it, he confronted it head on, rebuilding his life by challenging deeply held beliefs around masculinity, relationships, and identity. That process became the foundation of his work today. Through Help For Men, Ralph equips men to rebuild with structure, discipline, and self respect, helping them move from confusion to clarity and from instability to leadership. His message is direct. No shortcuts. No excuses. Just ownership, growth, and becoming the man you are capable of being. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━…

1,463 | George Haymaker III on Rewiring Your Brain for Success George Haymaker III helps people unlock a powerful truth. When you understand how your brain works, you can change how your life works. After losing his health to addiction and burnout, George made a decision to rebuild from the inside out. He discovered that the brain is constantly predicting and repeating patterns based on the past, and that real change happens when those patterns are intentionally rewritten and reinforced. Today, he works with professionals who feel stuck in cycles of stress, doubt, and unhealthy coping habits. His approach focuses on retraining the brain to create clarity, stability, and forward momentum so it becomes an asset rather than a barrier. George’s work is practical and transformative, helping people replace mental friction with patterns that support performance, well being, and long term change. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🎧 Love our show? Show some love! 👉 Check out today’s gu…

1,436 | Briana Bass Reveals What’s Missing in Modern Love Briana Bass, M.Ed., CMHC, LPC A, is a board certified clinical sexologist and therapist in doctoral studies who helps individuals and couples create meaningful, lasting transformation in their lives and relationships. With a foundation in psychology and clinical mental health, combined with more than a decade of experience in high level corporate environments, Briana brings a unique understanding of the pressures high achieving individuals face. She works with clients navigating self worth, modern dating challenges, emotional disconnection, and the hidden toll of success. Her approach blends evidence based practices with genuine empathy, helping people break free from toxic patterns, rebuild confidence, and form deeper, more fulfilling relationships. Clients often describe their work with her as a clear turning point, a true before and after in how they experience themselves and their lives. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ …

1,429 | Lisa Conway on Surviving 100 Shock Therapy Treatments Lisa A. Conway, MSW, is a mental health advocate, author, and former medical social worker dedicated to ethical care, patient advocacy, and lived experience recovery. After years in the medical field, she now focuses on raising awareness around transparency, informed consent, and patient centered approaches in mental health treatment, especially in relation to shock therapy. As an ECT survivor who underwent more than one hundred treatments, Lisa speaks openly about the long term impact of psychiatric interventions and the importance of honoring patient voices. Her memoir, Shocked, offers a powerful and personal look into mental illness, the healthcare system, and the journey from trauma to advocacy. Through her writing and speaking, Lisa works to reduce stigma while encouraging honest, necessary conversations about mental health, recovery, and compassionate care. She enjoys running with her service dog Teddy, writi…

1,370 | Dr. Matthew Campbell Reveals the Our Primal 5 Self Care Framework Dr. Matthew Campbell is a licensed clinical psychologist, author, and founder of Our Primal 5, a practical self-care framework built around five foundations of mental and physical health: sleep, sunlight, movement, social connection, and consumption. With years of clinical experience, Dr. Campbell helps people move beyond overwhelm and focus on small, sustainable habits that enhance mood, energy, and resilience. His approach bridges science with real life, offering structure without rigidity and progress without perfection. He is the co-author of Our Primal 5: The Simple 5-Week Guide to Self-Care, and his mission is clear: to help people feel better by doing less but doing the right things consistently. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🎧 Love our show? Show some love! 👉 Check out today’s guest: https://www.ourprimal5.com 🎬 Need stunning videos, clean audio, or scroll-stopping designs? Check out our media…

1,336 | Stephanie Lincoln on Overcoming Fear When Everything Goes Wrong Stephanie Lincoln is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Army Veteran, and author of Born to Be Brave—a gripping true story of survival, resilience, and the unbreakable human spirit. In August 2020, what began as a short hike in Washington’s Olympic National Forest turned into a life-or-death battle when Stephanie went missing in the wilderness. Told with humor, grit, and honesty, her story reveals how every challenge in her life prepared her for that defining moment—and how courage, faith, and self-belief can carry us through the impossible. Today, Stephanie serves as an embedded behavioral health provider at Joint Base Lewis-McChord and runs a private practice offering mental health and wellness coaching. She continues to inspire others through her story, helping people discover their own inner strength and resilience. Based in South Seattle with her husband and two dogs, Stephanie is still an avid h…

1,319 | Dr. Rosemarie Mitchell Shares How Women Can Reclaim Their Health Dr. Rosemarie Mitchell, known as The Cortisol Coach, is a Certified Mental Wellness Coach and Doctor of Health Psychology who helps women between 40 and 60 break free from self-defeating habits and reclaim their health, confidence, and vitality. Having personally overcome lifelong struggles with food, body image, and weight, Dr. Rosemarie understands the emotional and physical challenges women face when their bodies begin to change. Her own transformation—documented in her book Coming Out of the Cave—inspires her mission to teach sustainable strategies for weight loss, stress management, and self-compassion. With over 20 years of experience helping women improve their mindset, fitness, and well-being, Dr. Rosemarie guides her clients to balance cortisol, rebuild healthy habits, and finally make peace with their bodies. Her message is simple: you can’t punish your body into health—you must love it ther…

1,295 | Deborah Moffatt Breaks Down Generational Trauma and Transformation Deborah Moffatt is the heart and voice behind The Healing Version Podcast, a raw and reflective space for breaking generational cycles, confronting family dysfunction, and reclaiming emotional and spiritual wholeness. A mother of five, psychology student, and survivor of childhood trauma, she brings lived wisdom, deep empathy, and spiritual clarity to every conversation. Driven by authenticity and a genuine love for her community, Deborah is on a mission to help others feel seen, supported, and empowered to rewrite their family story. Her podcast creates a safe and sacred environment for truth telling, emotional resilience, and soul level healing. Through personal stories, affirmations, poetry, and powerful solo episodes, she guides listeners into what she calls the healing version of themselves, a place where boundaries are honored, truth is spoken, and cycles are broken with intention and courage. Ou…

1,289 | Richard D. Waldman on the Mental Habits That Move You Forward Richard D. Waldman is a life coach, clinical pastor, veteran, speaker, and author of Your Guide to... A Better Way of Thinking. He helps people transform their mental health through his groundbreaking “Order to Life” strategy, a system that identifies why our thoughts go wrong and teaches how to restore clarity, balance, and purpose. Through his platform, Brainyites, Richard brings a fresh perspective to mental wellness—showing how to manage the mind’s chaos, harness imagination, and replace limiting thoughts with empowering beliefs. Known for his insightful talks and practical wisdom, Richard inspires audiences to focus on the mental factors that move them forward and release what holds them back. His mission is simple: to help you think better, live better, and become the architect of your own mind. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🎧 Love our show? Show some love! 👉 Check out today’s guest: brainyites.com …

1,269 | Cole Devlin’s Vision for Community and Transformation Cole Devlin (he/they), CPC, MSW, LSWAIC (soon LICSW), is a lifelong Seattleite, peer support specialist, therapist, and community leader dedicated to helping people heal, grow, and reconnect with themselves. A passionate advocate for mental health and authentic living, Cole brings a unique blend of professional expertise, lived experience, and heart-centered leadership to every space he enters. Cole’s journey began in his early twenties after graduating from the University of Washington. Though he appeared ready to take on the world, he felt disconnected from himself and uncertain about his place in it. Years of self-doubt turned into determination, and through a powerful process of self-love and inner work, he transformed his pain into purpose. Today, Cole works as a therapist and peer support specialist, serving individuals and communities across Seattle. His dream is to open a comprehensive youth and family cent…

1,263 | Dr. Adam Schilling on Self-Compassion and Internal Healing Dr. Adam Schilling is a bold, compassionate voice in mental health, blending clinical expertise with lived experience to help people move past the parts of themselves they’ve been taught to fear. He’s the author of Be Your Advocate and the creator of the clinical training program, From Addict to Advocate, an NBCC-approved CE course for mental health professionals. Dr. Schilling is also the mind behind The GNAT and The GNAT 2, two wildly relatable eBooks that reframe the voices in our heads through the lens of internal protection. His work invites readers and clinicians alike to stop fighting what's “wrong” and start listening to the parts of us that are ready to thrive. Whether he's working with clients, teaching clinicians, or writing children’s books (yes, Gus and the Chatterbug is coming soon!), Adam brings kindness, clarity, and just the right dose of rebellion to the world of healing. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━…

1,252 | Asher Lester Reveals the Secret to Unshakable Mental Strength Asher Lester is deeply committed to the pursuit of both mental and physical fitness. A Krav Maga instructor and 3rd Degree Black Belt, he has also received formal training in Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai. In addition, Asher is a certified breathing and meditation coach, holding ten certifications in those disciplines. He is also a certified CrossFit coach and ISSA-certified fitness professional. Asher is a certified Mental Toughness Coach through Krav Maga Worldwide and spent 18 years working in the field of Behavior Analysis. He actively seeks out opportunities to test his limits, having completed the Bataan Memorial Death March six times—an achievement that reflects his dedication to resilience and endurance. Driven by a passion for helping others live their best lives, Asher Lester empowers individuals to master what he calls the five mountains: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and intuitive fitness. …