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Safe Hypnotherapy is an online mental health clinic that specializes in treating both anxiety symptoms and anxiety disorders, using Telehealth video calls.  This allows you to get the mental health services you need from the comfort of your own home. We use Strategic Hypnotherapy, which is a highly effective combination of Strategic Psychotherapy & Clinical Hypnosis.  Strategic Hypnotherapy is one of the briefest forms of therapy because it allows us to identify the root cause of your anxiety in your conscious mind and then treat the problem where it exists, in your subconscious mind. https://www.safehypnotherapy.online/  

Lucas Catton has worked in the behavioral health field for more than two decades with facilities and group practices around the country. He has helped establish and grow multiple programs and has served as a consultant and strategic advisor for many others.    His vision to create affordable, accessible help to assist everyday people to lead happier, healthier lives continues to shape the future of Innovia Behavioral Health.   Learn more about Innovia Behavioral Health at https://innoviabh.com    

Jonathan Le is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and the Founder of Anchor Point Professional Counseling, a mental health private practice located in North Bethesda, Maryland.  As a Cambodian, first-generation college graduate, and business owner, Jonathan is passionate about bringing mental health awareness to minority communities.  Jonathan hosts mental health workshops and continuing education courses to educate business professionals, local churches, and members of the Asian community about depression and anxiety.

Having grown up with serious mental illness and substance abuse in his family, Brendon became a mental health advocate because he saw what happens when you don't have access, support, resources, or even awareness for mental health. Brendon has been fortunate to work in entertainment as well as digital health startups in a myriad of roles.

Note: I accidentally said Aspen Growth Counseling instead of Aspen Growth Coaching.  Alex is the Founder and CEO of Aspen Growth Coaching, a company that pushes the limits of mental health care and brings the magic of residential treatment home.   She also supports already highly successful people who feel out of alignment to radically re-prioritize their lives and move forward with intention through private mindset mentorship.   Alex holds a bachelor's degree in Feminist Studies and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked in clinical treatment, advocacy, and coaching settings for 15 years.   Always pushing the limits of conventional treatment, Alex is known for encouraging her clients and her team to be curious and to look for insight and inspiration in unlikely places.   Clients often describe Alex as simultaneously tough and caring and appreciate her direct and clear-headed approach to relationships.   Alex is of the firm belief that good treatment starts with care for the provider, and empowers her team to be radically innovative and unapologetically bold in their professional and personal lives. When not focused on AGC, you can find Alex outside with her crew of five cattle dogs and four horses, or lifting weights and eating lots of plants!

Morgan is a mental health speaker, author, and therapist. Overcoming her own mental illness has inspired her to help others and let them know they aren't alone. Morgan's passion has led her to some beautiful people and places and she wants to share that with the world.

Natasha is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in three states Florida, Oregon, and Washington, a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), a Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional (CCFP), and a Compassion Fatigue Educator.  She received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University, Sarasota. She works with adolescents and adults in her role as a staff therapist for Headspace Health.  Natasha's previous experience includes 15 years as an educator, community mental health worker, and private practice. She has presented on various topics including Destigmatizing Mental Health Care, Compassion Fatigue, and Effective Techniques for Working with Teens.  She operates from a cultural humility perspective and is an ally of the LGTBQIA+ community. She is especially passionate about working with clients who are struggling with trauma and anxiety. https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-darcangelo/   Subscribe to The Mental Health Today Show YouTube channel www.youtube.com/@mentalhealthtodayshowpodcast Learn more about John Cordray at www.johncordray.com   Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.  

Shelly Smith is a licensed therapist, and co-founder of Good Human Work. She believes that founders should take care of their mental and relational health first and foremost. Shelly has personally seen the consequences of not taking care of mental and relational health and understands the importance of investing in this aspect of business for the long-term success of any organization. At Good Human Work, Shelly and her team of licensed therapists and business consultants provide Team Therapy to organizations. Team Therapy is a specialized service that supports the relationships of co-founders, teams, leadership, family-owned businesses, and other stakeholders whose mental health and relationships will impact an organization and have a healing effect. Good Human Work also provides individual, couple, and family therapy to founders, which can be beneficial in addressing the unique mental and relational health issues they may be facing. Shelly believes that taking time to focus on mental and relational health will help to protect the humanity of founders, and in turn, protect and support the entire business. Shelly is passionate about helping founders, investors, and accelerators understand the importance of mental and relational health in a business setting. She often spends time talking to them about how to take care of this aspect of their business in order to ensure its success. At Good Human Work, Shelly and her team are dedicated to helping founders, teams, and organizations take care of their mental health and relationships in order to create a healthy business environment. Through their therapy and business services, they strive to help organizations achieve success and longevity. Learn more about Good Human Work at goodhumanwork.com Smells Like Humans Like listening to funny friends discuss curious human behavior. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

Prospera Offers Low-Cost Cognitive Behavioral Mental Healthcare With Andrea Niles Andrea is a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive expertise in developing integrated, digitally-enabled behavioral health interventions. In her career she uses technology to improve engagement, effectiveness, and efficiency of behavioral health services. Her experience bridges clinical work, statistics, machine learning, programming, research, and project management. And she has published over 40 peer-reviewed papers in scientific journals on behavioral therapies for anxiety and depression. Andrea is also the founder Prospera Mental Health and Wellness, with the goal of making high quality mental health care more accessible and affordable. Prospera is the only nationwide provider of low-cost cognitive behavioral therapy, the most effective treatment approach for anxiety and depression. For more information about Prospera visit https://prosperamhw.com/ Smells Like Humans Like listening to funny friends discuss curious human behavior. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

Transforming Scrooge: Scrooge Therapy And A Blueprint for Spiritual Awakening With Joe Cusumano With over 35 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Joe has achieved a significant milestone in the field. He was the 43rd person in the state to pass the National Counselors Exam and has since authored two books - Transforming Scrooge (published in 1996) and If You Build It (published in 1999). The 25th-anniversary edition of Transforming Scrooge is now available in a digital form - an analysis of Scrooge's transformation. Additionally, Joseph has served as the Director of Counseling at Lindenwood University from 2013 - 2017, further demonstrating his expertise in the field. You can find his book at https://www.amazon.com/Transforming-Scrooge-Blueprint-Spiritual-Awakening-ebook/dp/B09L9ZD922/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1661793277&sr=8-1 Smells Like Humans Like listening to funny friends discuss curious human behavior. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

How One Man Turned A Mental Health Crisis Into Helping Others With Justin HayesJustin has over 17 years of international business and marketing experience across a variety of industries including steel, electric, and healthcare. He has used his knowledge and expertise to help improve and grow businesses, as well as help, develop marketing programs, create products, and build customer relationships.But Justin is more than just an experienced business professional – he is also an entrepreneur, mental health advocate, and author. Justin is the founder of Voices for Voices, an organization dedicated to destigmatizing mental health and mental illness. His advocacy is deeply personal, as he himself lives with depression, generalized anxiety disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder, and he is on the autism spectrum. In his autobiography, “Prescription for Living”, Justin shares his story of mental illness, resilience, and recovery. He offers advice and encouragement to readers to strive for mental wellness, empowering them to take control of their lives and find the courage to ask for help. Justin's story of resilience and strength is an inspiration to all of us. Through his advocacy, he is helping to erase the stigma of mental illness and encouraging us to be kinder to ourselves and to those around us. Justin's journey of success and triumph is a testament to the power of the human spirit and a reminder that it is possible to overcome even the most challenging obstacles.Learn more about Voices for Voices at https://www.voicesforvoices.orgSupport the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

How The Internal Family Systems Model Can Help Build Confidence Online With Wendy KendallWendy Kendall is co-founder of The Self-Led Practice—the healthy virtual workplace for mental health professionals. She is a British Chartered Occupational Psychologist and Internal Family Systems Practitioner who specializes in helping self-employed psychologists how to grow their private practices. She started her 25-year career as a psychologist for the British Army before moving overseas and running her own talent development consultancy. When it comes to building confidence online, Wendy Kendall's Internal Family Systems Model (IFS) has proven to be an incredibly effective tool for self-employed psychologists. IFS is a therapeutic model that promotes self-leadership and self-discovery. It's based on the idea that we all have an "internal family" of parts, each with their own needs and desires, and that by learning to recognize, understand and work with these parts, we can create a balanced and self-nurturing environment within ourselves. In Wendy Kendall's approach to IFS, she takes into account the unique characteristics of each individual's internal family and uses her experience as an occupational psychologist to create an environment that is more conducive to self-development and self-confidence. She helps her clients to recognize, understand and work with their internal parts in order to build a healthy relationship with themselves and their environment. This in turn can help them to build confidence online and in their professional life. Wendy has created a series of online courses and resources to help her clients build their self-confidence, including webinars, workshops, and online courses designed to help them develop their self-awareness and create a space for self-exploration. In addition, she has created a private online community where her clients can share experiences, get support and resources, and engage in conversation with other professionals in the field. By understanding how their internal family works, Wendy's clients can better understand how to manage their feelings, thoughts, and behavior in order to create an environment that is conducive to self-growth and development. Through this process, they can learn to recognize and value their own strengths and weaknesses and use them to their advantage in order to become more confident and successful online. As a psychologist, Wendy Kendall has helped countless people gain more self-confidence and build better lives. With her unique insight and experience, she has created an amazing tool to help mental health professionals gain more control of their lives and build their businesses by building their confidence online. If you're looking to build your self-confidence and take control of your life, Wendy Kendall's Internal Family Systems Model can help. With her online courses and resources, you can learn how to recognize and work with your own internal parts to create an environment that is more conducive to success and self-growth.Wendy's website is www.inspiringpsychologypractices.comSupport the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

When Should You Seek Couples Counseling With Elizabeth HinkleElizabeth Hinkle is a licensed marriage and family therapist, licensed in Virginia, Kansas, and Washington, and has a telehealth private practice, MH Matters, LLC. Elizabeth started her career as a Recreation Therapist and had the opportunity to work with military/veterans, the elderly, and adolescents. It was during this time she was trained in Dialectal Behavior Therapy. Elizabeth sees individual clients of all ages as well as couples and uses a systemic perspective to provide support for relationships, parenting, and family dynamics.Are you having problems in your relationship? Are things not working out as expected? Are you considering couples therapy? If so, you may have already heard of Elizabeth Hinkle. Elizabeth is an experienced couples therapist who is trained in Dialectal Behavior Therapy and provides couples counseling to individuals of all ages. Elizabeth offers couples counseling that is focused on solving the underlying issues affecting your relationship. She helps couples to become aware of their communication patterns and the underlying dynamics that are causing conflicts in the relationship. Through her counseling, she encourages couples to learn how to better communicate, understand each other, resolve conflicts, and build healthier relationships. When should you seek couples counseling with Elizabeth Hinkle? The answer is when one or both partners feel that something needs to be done to improve the relationship. In many cases, couples wait until things have gotten so bad that they can no longer handle the stress and tensions in the relationship. But, by this time, it's usually too late.Elizabeth believes the best time to seek couples counseling is when the issues in the relationship begin to arise. It is important to be proactive and address the issues as soon as possible. If you wait too long, it could be difficult to restore the relationship to a healthy state. Therefore, don't wait until things have gotten too bad. Seek help as soon as you start to feel overwhelmed and like you cannot take it anymore. Elizabeth has the experience and knowledge to help couples work through their difficulties. Her couples counseling is aimed at helping couples identify and understand the patterns of communication and behavior that are causing issues in the relationship. She helps couples develop communication skills and healthy boundaries that can improve the overall relationship. If you are ready to take the next step in your relationship and get the help that you need, then you should consider seeking couples counseling with Elizabeth Hinkle. She will help you to identify and address the underlying issues in your relationship and work with you to develop a healthier and more fulfilling relationship.Find out more about Elizabeth here https://www.mhmattersllc.com/Support the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

Destigmatizing Mental Health In India And Beyond With Athul RajAthul Raj, a lover of art and dance, practices as a counseling psychologist in India and has worked in multiple settings such as Jail, NGOs, and organizations. His expertise is in working with depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, relationship issues, anger management, stress management, LGBTQIA+ issues, bullying, sexual issues, self-esteem, stress management, anger management, career counseling, and interpersonal relationships. His belief in active listening, providing a safe space, and a strong sense of empathy make healing a journey to look forward to. For him, therapy is a way to unpack bottled-up emotions and thoughts and develop skills to overcome obstacles in the future.Support the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

Relationship Codependency And Enmeshment With Danielle Blessing TaylorDanielle Blessing Taylor LMFT runs a group practice in DC, MD, VA, and PA. Her team helps people with anxiety, trauma, relationships, identity, pain, and more. Danielle specializes in looking at the underlying and historical influences of someone's presenting concerns, helping to heal from the root up. Danielle also runs support groups for fellow LMFTs and group practice owners, and teaches other therapists with professional consultations, helping therapists to open a private or group practice.Learn more about Danielle's practice here https://mymfts.com/Support the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

SuperBetter Uses The Psychology Of Game Play To Empower Youth And Young Adults With Keith WakemanKeith Wakeman is the CEO & Co-Founder of SuperBetter, a digital education & mental well-being company. The SuperBetter framework uses the psychology of gameplay to empower youth & young adults to build skills, overcome obstacles & achieve their goals. Published studies show that playing SuperBetter improves resilience and mental health. Over 1 million people have played the SuperBetter mobile & web app. SuperBetter is a recent winner of The World Economic Forum Youth Mental Health Challenge.If you're interested in empowering youth mental health, SuperBetter invites you to become a financial stakeholder in their company. Learn more and reserve your spot here. Support the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

Working With High-Risk And Most Vulnerable Mental Health Populations With Jill FitzGeraldJill FitzGerald, MSW, LICSW, Senior Vice President of Clinical Operations at Confidant Health, is a clinical leader and operations expert. She has designed and implemented innovative care-team models across multiple states and care settings to align high-quality behavioral health service delivery with value-based payments. At Confidant Health, Jill is designing the future of virtual care for addiction by leveraging both her clinical expertise and the use of technology to support data-driven care-team model design, implementation, and intervention efficacy. Jill has worked with some of the most high-risk/high need and vulnerable populations in her 20 years of experience in the behavioral health space. She has worked as a forensic interviewer, in the child welfare system, as a family and criminal court expert witness, as an adjunct faculty member, as a leader of evidence-based assertive community treatment models to support individuals with serious mental illness, and as a leader of care team models she designed and implemented specific to individuals with complex medical and behavioral health needs.Support the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

Music Inspired By Life's Losses And Victories With Singer-Songwriter BezaBeza is a Chinese-American music producer, songwriter, and artist who is passionate about using music to bring healing, hope, and restoration. Beza's signature sound combines the honesty and poetry of singer-songwriter music with the groove and ear candy of pop, creating a unique blend of depth and fun. After completing a degree in Music Production and Audio Engineering from Berklee College of Music, Beza worked at high-profile studios in LA/Nashville and went on to create her own studio space to host sessions. Her projects have amassed over a million streams, and she has engineered and worked for high-profile artists/projects including Carrie Underwood, Pentatonix, Karmin, A Star is Born (2018), and Coco.Additionally, Beza is also an active musician and has appeared on The Late Night Show with Seth Myers and The Recording Academy's online series Grammy Press Play.Learn more about Beza here: belinda-huang.comSupport the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

Working At The Intersection of Marketing And Mental Health With Michael FulwilerMichael operates at the intersection of marketing and mental health. He leads brand marketing at Heard, the financial back-office for therapists. He's also the founder of Fulwiler Media, a marketing consultancy for mental health companies, and the author of Therapy Marketer, a popular weekly newsletter for therapists. He is the former Chief Marketing Officer of the Gottman Institute.Learn more about Michael here https://michaelfulwiler.com/Support the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

FirstWork Teaches Verbal Skills To Children Through Digital Reinforcement Learning With Patrick FagaFounder of FirstWork, and inventor of ‘adaptive digital reinforcement learning' based tools. FirstWork provides digital reinforcement learning tools to teach early verbal skills to children trying to develop them.Patrick is an ed-tech entrepreneur building a learning system that enables kids in developmental therapy to work on some of their therapy goals after the session is over. Much of the work in developmental therapy can be worked on at home after the initial introduction. Patrick has a Master's Degree in Behavioral and Decision Science from the University of Pennsylvania, and a bachelor's degree in Behavioral Neuroscience and Philosophy from the University of San Diego.Learn more at www.firstworkapp.comSupport the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

How NuLife Virtual Is Revolutionizing Behavioral Health Treatment With J.D. MeintsJ.D. Meints is the Founder & CEO of NuLife Virtual, a Digital Behavioral Health Platform & APP.J.D. has been an entrepreneur in tech for more than 20 years, first in the real estate sector and then in an e-commerce company. He was successful as a businessman, and that success led in part to a lifestyle of drinking and drug use. For years he kept it together, partying hard, feeding his addiction, then recovering enough to operate his business and keep his family intact. But in 2012 the walls began to crumble around him. First, he was kicked out of his own business. Then, after a particularly hard night, his wife confronted him with an ultimatum: Get sober or get out.“That was the last straw,” says Meints. That night he drove around their California neighborhood trying to decide what to do next. For a week he drove around town to different Alcoholics Anonymous meetings but couldn't get up the nerve to walk inside. Then he'd go home and lie to his wife that he'd been to the meeting.“A week later, I finally went into a meeting, and I never looked back,” says Meints.Baring his soul with honesty and vulnerability to a group of strangers was eye-opening for Meints, and it was also just the beginning. Pretty quickly, his entrepreneurial nature was triggered once again, and he dove headlong into in-person treatment centers. He launched his own brick-and-mortar clinic in California, and the experience of helping others face the demons he was so familiar with changed his life.“I'll never forget picking up our first patient from the airport. To watch him go through this transition was amazing, and then to get these phone calls from moms, dads, or brothers, saying, you gave them their life back. I knew everything in my life had led me to this point.”Once he had a few years of running physical rehab clinics under his belt, Meints decided it was time for a platform upgrade. From his experience in tech as a serial entrepreneur, he knew there were ways to improve care and lower costs, and that addiction recovery was lacking in its tech infrastructure. Thus, Nulife Virtual was born.Learn more about NuLife Virtual at nulifevirtual.comSupport the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

Motivo Health Is Changing The Way Mental Health Professionals Find Clinical Supervision With Rachel McCrickard And Dr. Carla SmithMotivo is a virtual clinical supervision platform for behavioral health employers.Motivo helps aspiring therapists, social workers, behavior analysts, and psychologists complete and maintain their licensure through virtual clinical supervision and continuing education.My two guests today are CEO and founder Rachel McCrickard, and Chief Clinical Officer, Dr. Carla Smith.A few questions we cover in this episode:What is the process of becoming a licensed therapist?Why is finding clinical supervision so difficult?How does Motivo Health make it easier for clinicians to find supervision?What are the barriers for pre-licensed mental health professionals after they graduate?In areas where clinical supervisors are rare, how can therapists and their clients access quality mental health services? Motivo Health fills in the gaps for mental health professionals.In this episode of the Mental Health Today Podcast, John welcomes Motivo Health CEO and founder Rachel McCrickard and Chief Clinical Officer Dr. Carla Smith. With both background and expertise in marriage and family therapy, as well as social work, they have witnessed the gaps in the industry and have found ways to address them. While it may be tough in rural areas to find good clinical supervisors with related expertise and cultural background, Motivo Health makes it easier for their clients.As a mental health tech company, Motivo Health offers a platform for behavioral health employers such as aspiring therapists, social workers, behavioral analysts, and psychologists to complete and maintain their licensure through virtual means. This includes clinical supervision, continuing education, and a seamless licensure process so therapists receive validation for their expertise – treating people who need help the most.[Timecodes][02:19] What is Motivo Health?[03:40] Introducing Rachel McCrickard and Dr. Carla Smith[10:17] What is culturally responsive care?[12:19] What is the typical process of becoming a licensed therapist?[16:42] Finding clinical supervision these days is difficult.[20:10] Motivo is making it easier for people to find clinical supervisors.[23:22] How can pre-licensed therapists find a good supervisor on Motivo Health?[24:47] How can supervisors get connected to Motivo Health?[29:49] Self-care tipsAdditional Resources:Visit Motivo Health's Official Website: motivohealth.comConnect with Rachel McCrickard: www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmccrickardConnect with Dr. Carla Smith: www.linkedin.com/in/drcarlasmithYour review will really help the show reach more people - thank you!Support the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

Mindfulness Strategies To Calm Stress And Anxiety With Dr. Cindy TsaiDr. Cindy Tsai is a board-certified physician, bestselling author, mindfulness teacher, speaker, and life coach who is committed to helping high-achievers live their best life with ease. She earned BA and MS degrees from Johns Hopkins University and MD degree from the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth. As a physician and patient, Dr. Tsai saw and experienced the impact of chronic stress on the body and was compelled to do more than prescribe medications as a bandaid. Through her own healing journey, she explored and trained in a wide range of solution-oriented therapeutic modalities and now emphasizes taking an integrative approach to wellness. As author of the bestselling book, "So Much Better: Life-Changing Strategies to Develop Calm, Confidence, and Curiosity to Become an Inspiring Success Story", she introduces a radical path to well-being, through creating the Inspiring Success Story MethodTM. This method offers clients a diverse range of mind-body-spirit techniques to expand the possibilities of achieving their dreams. Dr. Tsai is an award-winning physician who has been nationally recognized, featured and published in a range of media including mindbodygreen, US News, Doximity, KevinMD, Medium, and more. She is grateful to share her expertise and passion to guide as many as possible in the journey of self-discovery to recognize the importance of self-care as a wellness practice to lead and enjoy a life of ease.Link to Dr. Tsai's book (https://www.cindytsaimd.com/book or https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09Y4W1JNL?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=cindytsaim0b9-20) and a picture as well. Dr. Tsai also has a free resource guide to "Create Your Own Calm" for those who are interested: https://cindytsaimd.com/calm and all Dr. Tsai's social media platforms are @cindytsaimd (linkedin, instagram, fb, twitter, tiktok, youtube).  Support the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

GEM Academy Is Helping Teen Girls Battle Body Image And Weight Issues With Jim HersheyJim is the founder and executive director of GEM Academy, a solutions-based treatment program for adolescent girls who struggle with obesity.The format of GEM Academy is similar to a boarding school with a curriculum inclusive of high school general studies, nutrition and culinary, fitness, therapy, community service, and experiential learning.For the last 14 years, Jim has specialized exclusively in therapeutic work with overweight teens and young adults, with an emphasis on immersion programs, long-term treatment, and aftercare. Jim worked as a clinician working with college athletes in the field of sport psychology. He has amassed over 8000 hours of direct client work in this specialty putting Jim in a small, exclusive group of clinicians in the world. As a member of the Obesity Action Coalition Jim is a constant advocate and educator regarding the causes of obesity and effective interventions.Learn more about GEM Academy here - gemacademyaz.com***Please consider leaving a review of the show - it will really help the show reach more people - thank you! Learn more about John Cordray at www.johncordray.com  Support the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

Men's Mental Health And Why It Matters With Dr. Elena HerreraIn a society where men are often labeled as problem solvers, how can they seek help when they have their own personal problems?In this episode, John welcomes Dr. Elena Herrera, a therapist and licensed psychologist in San Jose, California. She serves as an associate director at a large psychology clinic in the Bay Area. With her extensive knowledge and over 15 years of experience treating children and adults, she offers psychological help in her private practice. She also provides clinical training for future psychologists. Today, Elena focuses on treating issues of men's mental health. Major stressors include the pressure to stay tough at the workplace and in their personal lives. Elena explains why it's not a weakness to seek help especially when men need it most. Life's circumstances often get in the way, but processing overwhelming emotions and accessing treatments should not be taken for granted.[Timecodes]2:22 How do men seek help for their mental health?3:37 What are the common issues among men?8:33 What is the best way to encourage men to seek help?13:24 It's time to debunk the stereotype of men being problem-solvers. 15:00 There's nothing stronger than a man who seeks help. 17:05 Men often make excuses for not going to therapy. 19:22 What are some tips to manage stress?22:46 Why does men's mental health matter?26:35 Dr. Herrera gives her self-care tips. Connect with Dr. Elena Herrera: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-herrera-psy-d-9737024/ Rate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you! Learn more about John Cordray at www.johncordray.com  Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.Support the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

Mental Health And Sports Psychology In The NBA With Dr. Alex AuerbachDr. Alex Auerbach is the Director of Wellness and Development for the Toronto Raptors. He joined the Toronto Raptors after serving as the Director of Clinical and Sport Psychology for the University of Arizona. Dr. Auerbach has worked with NCAA Division-I schools in the Pac-12, ACC, Big 12, and Conference USA.Dr. Auerbach earned his doctoral degree in counseling psychology with a specialization in sports and performance psychology from the University of North Texas. He received a Master's in Business Administration from Salve Regina University and a Bachelor's in Business Administration from the University of Arizona.Dr. Auerbach is a member of the American Psychological Association's Division 47 (Exercise and Sport Psychology) and Division 17 (Counseling Psychology), as well as the Association of Applied Sport Psychology. Dr. Auerbach is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant, a Licensed Psychologist, and a member of the United States Olympic Committee Sport Psychology Registry.Most people often associate athletes as formidable forces due to their excellent performances in their sports. But like any human being, athletes also have a soft side to bear. All aspects of their life need care. Sports psychologists address the mental health conditions of athletes. In this episode, John welcomes Dr. Alex Auerbach, the director of wellness and development for the Toronto Raptors. As a sports psychologist, Alex helps athletes cope with all issues that they need to overcome to reach their peak performance. Whether these issues include pressures involving their careers or some personal dilemmas that hinder them from achieving their goals, he makes sure that athletes deal with these aspects with mindfulness and self-regulated learning. His background in football has made him more empathetic toward what professional athletes are dealing with in the sports arena. His educational background is also aligned with his passion. He received his doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology with a specialization in Sport and Performance Psychology from the University of North Texas. He is also a member of the United States Olympic Committee Sports Psychology Registry and the American Psychological Association Division 7. [Timecodes]02:53 Dr. Alex Auerbach got involved with sports psychology by focusing on his passion. 05:13 NBA has a wellness program. 07:33 What does Alex's day-to-day look like?09:27 What is sports psychology?12:20 What is the best advice for athletes?15:11 What is self-regulated learning?17:40 What does the United States Olympic Committee Sports Psychology Registry do?18:40 What is Alex's advice for professionals aiming for a career in sports psychology?24:40 The environment influences human behavior. 28:43 Alex shares his self-care tips. Additional ResourcesReach out to Dr. Alex Auerbach: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexauerbach/ Rate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you! Learn more about John Cordray at www.johncordray.com Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.Support the show

From Living With Social Anxiety to Becoming A Certified Nutrition Coach With Mark Metry Mark has been featured in over 250 podcasts and media like Forbes magazine, Mindvalley, Influencive, Inc Magazine, Huff Post, Fearless Motivation, and Spartan. His podcast, Humans 2.0 (now The Mark Metry Show) has received over 75 Million views. Mark's podcast hit #96 of the top podcasts in the world along with Tim Ferriss, NPR, Lewis Howes & Gary Vaynerchuk.Mark was recently chosen as LinkedIn's Top 10 Voice in Mental Health with over 100,000 followers, he is a 2x TEDx Speaker, and he is a coach and best-selling author of “Screw Being Shy”.Your diet affects your mental health. As your brain absorbs nutrients in your body, the source of these nutrients matters most. It's best to maintain a healthy lifestyle based on what you eat.  Certified nutrition coach and best-selling author Mark Metry explains how the food you eat affects the inner workings of your brain. His extensive knowledge of the connection between food and mental health is based on his personal experience in overcoming his anxiety, depression, and struggles by improving his diet and changing his routine. A significant change always begins with the first step. Mark hosts his own podcast, The Mark Metry Show, which has earned 75 million views. He is the author of the best-selling book, Screw Being Shy. With his massive influence on social media, he has made it to the Top 10 Voice in Mental Health on LinkedIn. As a nutrition coach, he helps his clients implement routines and maintain diet plans that help them achieve a healthier lifestyle. [Timecodes][0:00] Introduction[02:30] Mark Metry's social anxiety stems from his childhood. [05:30] Mark launched his own podcast to help him cope with mental health struggles[08:03] What are Mark's defining moments?[13:45] Cognitive distortions will influence your perceptions. [16:18] What is the cognitive bias codex?[17:25] Mark tried out all kinds of diets. [18:40] Nutritional psychology is a branch of science that connects diet and mental health. [23:28] John explains the five important things to maintain a healthy lifestyle. [24:31] What is a certified nutrition coach?[27:01] Mark shares his self-care routine. [30:15] John shares his self-care routine. Connect with Mark Metry: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-metry/ Visit his official website: https://www.markmetry.com/ Rate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you! Learn more about John Cordray at www.johncordray.com Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.Support the show

A Doctor's Journey Of Hope And Healing From The Frontlines Of COVID-19 With Dr. Calvin D. SunDr. Calvin D. Sun is based in New York City and worked as an Emergency Physician and Clinical Assistant Professor in Emergency Medicine at emergency rooms all over the city during the COVID-19 pandemic.  He recounts the early months of Covid-19 in his upcoming book, The Monsoon Diaries: A Doctor's Journey of Hope and Healing from the ER Frontlines to the Far Reaches of the World.Dr. Sun has been a frequent guest on national and international new programs to help inform others of the pandemic situation in New York City. He brings medical knowledge and empathy to the story of COVID-19 and is no stranger to grief himself, having lost his father when he was just a teenager, and his grandfather to COVID-19. Over the past twelve years, Dr. Sun has traveled to over 200 countries and territories, while also completing medical school and going through medical residency. With his organization, the Monsoon Diaries, he has led other everyday travelers around the world on memorable adventures.Dr. Sun's travel blog - https://monsoondiaries.comSupport the show

Taking Your Message, Your Business, And Your Life To The Next Level With Cliff RavenscraftCliff Ravenscraft is a Life Transformation Expert available as a business mentor, a professional coach, and a motivational speaker.In November 2015, Cliff made a commitment to work out six days a week, every week, for the rest of his life. In December 2017, He made a decision to give up all sugar, for the rest of his life.As a result, he burned off over 100 pounds of body fat and built well over 20 pounds of pure muscle mass. (Before & After Photos Here) Link: https://www.cliffravenscraft.com/beforeCliff has learned what is necessary to create change that lasts in mindset and human behavior and applied it to every area of his life.Over the next decade, He built an online business where he became the world's leading authority on podcasting. Cliff is personally responsible for training more than 40,000 people on the successful launch of their podcast. Among Cliff's clients are Pat Flynn, Michael Hyatt, John Lee Dumas, Michael Stelzner, Amy Porterfield, Dan Miller, and so many more.Cliff believes that your mindset influences your behavior, and in turn, affects your daily life. The secret to happiness starts with you by believing in yourself and in your dreams. While taking the chance to achieve your dreams may seem daunting at first, taking the necessary steps with sincere determination, consistent dedication, and unwavering optimism can turn them into reality.Cliff based his beliefs on his personal experience with change. He went on to pursue his dreams after leaving a career in family-owned insurance business. Today, Cliff is a widely known transformation expert, business mentor, professional coach, and motivational speaker. He hosts multiple podcasts and owns businesses that pave the way for more lucrative opportunities. It all started when he believed in himself.[Timecodes][0:00] Introduction[01:18] Introducing Cliff Ravenscraft[04:35] Our passion takes us to new heights.[08:10] Faulty thinking influences our behavior.[08:40] Our mindset influences our success.[10:04] Cliff recounts his journey towards success.[17:10] Cliff starts a new career as a podcast host.[24:15] Cliff's secret to success is overcoming his limiting belief.[37:31] Your beliefs have consequences.[41:27] False beliefs result to false narratives.[43:34] Awareness is key to evaluating your beliefs.[54:30] Self-affirmation helps achieve your goals.[55:52] Cliff shares his self-care tips.[1:00:28] Reach out to Cliff!Additional ResourcesListen to Cliff Ravenscraft's podcasts here: https://www.cliffravenscraft.com/podcastVisit Cliff's official website: https://www.cliffravenscraft.com/Send Cliff an email: cliff@cliffravenscraft.comRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new. Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you!Learn more about John Cordray at www.johncordray.comDisclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.Support the show

How Social Media Breaks Can Reset Your Mental SpaceSocial media is a great avenue for communication, connection, and entertainment. But it also has its downsides, especially when you spend too much time on it.In this episode, John explains why it's important to start the habit of limiting your social media use and setting some boundaries with it. Too much information online will overwhelm you and will take up your mental space. Your health depends on your habits.While social media and digital technology offer feel-good content, it's also best to be reminded that too much of anything good becomes bad. Discipline comes from you. Living a healthy lifestyle that nurtures your mental health starts by balancing all your essential aspects in life.[Timecodes]3:00 Spending too much time on your phone will change your social life.4:30 Our minds are full of many different things.6:10 We are in control of our habits.11:28 Social media also has negative effects.13:00 Putting boundaries on social media and digital use depends on you.14:40 What is a social media diet?18:35 Focus on the positive aspects of your life.20:40 There is a difference between being against social media and setting boundaries.23:30 Give yourself a chance to reset your mental space.28:20 Reach out to John!Resources:Listen to the Neuroscience of Self-Care Episode of The Mental Health Today ShowRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you!Learn more about John Cordray at www.johncordray.com Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.Support the show

Group Therapy Learning And Memory Retention Through Proven Strategies With Andrew BordtAndrew is the Executive Director of The Institute for the Advancement of Group Therapy and has been working in the field of education for over 15 years as a teacher, teacher trainer, curriculum designer, and academic administrator.  Andrew was selected as Employee of the Year for Disney English (The Walt Disney Company) in 2011. He received his M.Ed from the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign in 2015, is a licensed teacher in the State of Texas, is certified in TEFL through Cambridge University, TELF-C through Columbia University Teacher's College, EC-STEM through Shanghai Normal University in association with the Children's Center at Caltech, and is a certified Disney Trainer. Everyone's learning process depends on their personal experiences and background. While information is objective, retaining knowledge and recalling a memory can vary from one person to another.In this episode, Andrew Bordt, the executive director of The Institute for the Advancement of Group Therapy shares the importance of acknowledging individualized learning capabilities. This means that each person has a way of learning on their own. Whether a person is recovering from an unforeseen circumstance that affected their mental health or has been through a series of life events that they may find too challenging to process, group therapies offer strategies that enable them to cope and recover at their own pace.With his extensive background in the field of education and training, Andrew has conducted group therapies for diverse patients or learners, both juvenile and mature. Having worked in China for The Walt Disney Company, and expanding his impressive academic credentials, Andrew sees the value in empathy when it comes to teaching and learning.[Timecodes][01:15] Introducing Andrew Bordt[03:02] What does Andrew focus more on?[04:32] What is the age range that Andrew works with?[06:59] Andrew talks about the difference between knowledge and skill.[10:23] Andrew explains how he got involved with The Institute for the Advancement of Group Therapy.[13:00] Andrew worked at Disney in Shanghai, China.[18:17] Group therapy varies.[21:27] Diversification of instruction helps people learn better.[23:21] Knowledge retention and memory recall need practice.[26:15] What are effective activities during group therapy?[27:25] Andrew shares his self-care routine.[30:00] What are Andrew's future plans?Connect with Andrew Bordt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-bordt/Visit The Institute for the Advancement of Group Therapy: https://grouptherapycertification.com/Rate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new. Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you!Learn more about John Cordray at www.johncordray.comDisclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.Support the show

Sex And Dating Anxiety And What To Do About It With David KhaliliDavid Khalili is a sex and relationship therapist, a board-certified sexologist, and the founder of Rouse Relational Wellness, a group practice focusing on anxiety about sex and dating. David focuses on working with men, couples, and multi-ethnic individuals. Additionally, David hosts online continuing education workshops for therapists focusing on sex and anxiety.Anxiety causes a lot of stress and can even hinder couples from intimacy or individuals from getting into the dating scene. Like many mental health issues, anxiety stems from perceptions developed by life experiences or one's own environment. It affects relationships and downgrades confidence. Some cases may vary, but one can overcome anxiety with the help of an expert. As a sex and relationship therapist, David Khalili introduces ways to treat and cope with the kind of anxiety that many people rarely talk about. David founded the Rouse Relational Wellness, a group practice where he works with men, couples, and multi-ethnic individuals to acknowledge and validate their feelings. By helping them identify sources of their anxiety, he empowers them with ways to act on it. With his online educational workshops, David shares how important proper education on sex and dating-related anxiety can help debunk stigma.  [Timecodes]01:25 Introducing David Khalili03:06 What are the common issues among David's clients?05:22 How do anxieties in sex and dating form?08:00 It's important to validate how they feel. 9:30 Do men and women have different ways of thinking?13:43 Anxiety in sex and dating does not only stem from trauma. 18:23 What is the common thought among men and women during initial therapy?22:26 What is the best advice for married couples? 25:46 What is the best self-care advice?Additional ResourcesLearn more about relationship wellness at Rouse Therapy: https://www.rousetherapy.com/ Visit David Khalili's Rouse Academy: https://www.rouseacademy.com/ Rate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you! Learn more about John Cordray at www.johncordray.com Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.Support the show

Solving Mental Healthcare Access And Championing Insurance Reform With Dr. Carrie SingerDr. Carrie Singer is a Clinical Psychologist and she owns a 40-provider group mental health practice in the Washington DC suburbs which grew to $7M annual revenue in 5 years. Her business passions include solving mental healthcare access problems, championing insurance reform, and educating physicians on behavioral health integration.The pandemic brought an unprecedented mental health crisis in the country. According to the CDC, 40% of Americans have struggled with related adversities due to the consequences of the pandemic – threatening not only our physiological health but also the economy and society in general. While physicians and medical professionals have been at the forefront in addressing this ongoing global tragedy, issues on mental health have reached an alarming rate, urging the demand for therapists and treatment. The problem, however, is that access to insurance policies remains elusive and expensive to many people. Dr. Carrie Singer, a clinical psychologist who owns a 40-provider group mental health practice in Washington DC, relays her advocacy in championing insurance reforms, integrating mental health as a priority among medical professionals, and making treatment accessible to anyone who needs it. [Timecodes][00:54] Introducing Dr. Carrie Singer[02:25] What got Dr. Singer interested in solving mental health access and insurance reforms?[07:16] How do we encourage physicians to prescribe mental health solutions for patients?[09:40] There are physicians interested in learning and integrating behavioral health. [10:55] What are the gaps in insurance policies and providers?[16:44] What is the appropriate solution to address the access barriers?[18:30] What are the downsides of tech companies innovating so fast?[19:36] Social media can provide a platform for mental health awareness. [20:45] How did Dr. Singer overcome her mental health challenges? [22:28] Community programs and support networks can help a lot. [23:10] Patients have the right to access adequate mental health benefits. [24:16] Where can people go to champion mental health access?[25:55] What are some effective self-care tips? Additional ResourcesConnect with Dr. Carrie Singer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-carrie-singer-a4461617 Check out Dr. Singer's therapy group: https://quinceorchardpsychotherapy.com/ Rate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you! Learn more about John Cordray at www.johncordray.com  Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.Support the show

Battling Health Issues, Anxiety, And Depression All At The Same TimeWhenever you're going through a challenging medical condition or an unforeseen diagnosis, it's okay to grieve. But like many problems, having hope and taking action can give anyone a view of the brighter side of life.In this episode, John responds to a message sent by one of the show's listeners about how she's dealing with her health issues. Most of the time, physical illness can affect one's mental health – with anxiety and depression being the most common reactions. Cognitive distortion leads you to assume the worst about yourself.Like many illnesses, a chance for recovery is always within reach. Consulting with a trusted medical professional such as a doctor can help you know the state of your health, so you won't have to be crippled by anxiety and depression. Taking one step at a time is also ideal to manage and cope with whatever it is you're going through.[Timecodes][0:00] Introduction[02:07] Nancy, one of the show's listeners, reached out to John.[05:47] Anxiety causes nausea.[06:12] Self-diagnosis is dangerous.[08:40] Know the state of your health from the advice of a trusted expert.[12:25] It is important for you to be proactive.[16:11] John encourages listeners to motivate themselves.[21:07] Cognitive distortions lead you to the worst thoughts about your health.[25:10] Take one step at a time.[27:00] Don't give up.[28:00] Celebrate micro-wins.Rate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new.Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you! Learn more about John Cordray at www.johncordray.comDisclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.Support the show

Mental Health Marketing Conference And Building A Community Of Mental Health Professionals With Steve TurneySteve is the executive director of the Mental Health Marketing Conference, a two-day event this November that builds a community of mental health professionals and marketers. The conference educates about consumer marketing so mental and behavioral health organizations can reach more people, more effectively. Steve has worked across a range of verticals, including the complex healthcare industry and within full-service marketing agencies, SaaS-based startups and he has worked at the leading press release distribution firm in the country.Mental health professionals experience career growth through networking with colleagues. That's what conferences are for. Steve Turney is the executive director of the Mental Health Marketing Conference, a two-day annual event that invites mental health professionals to connect, learn, build a community, and engage in potential collaborative opportunities. Steve sits down with John in this episode to unveil plans for the upcoming conference and discuss the educational importance of their sessions. With the event slated for November this year in Nashville, Tennessee, the organizers have invited experts such as YouTube's Global Head of Mental Health Dr. Jessica DiVento to lead discussions about mental health topics related to the youth and how social media influences their behavior. [Timecodes][0:00] Introduction[02:33] John introduces Steve Turney. [03:49] What's the connection between mental health and marketing?[07:50] The Mental Health Marketing Conference started in 2018 and is growing. [10:40] What are the topics covered at the Conference?[13:40] YouTube supports the Conference. [15:48] The Conference aims to be a friendly event for anyone. [17:00] John shares how he launched The Mental Health Today Show podcast. [19:53] When is the Conference happening this year?[22:13] The Conference is accessible to everyone. [28:48] Who's the target market of the Conference?[31:52] How much does the Conference pass cost?[34:06] Steve shares his self-care routine. Connect with Steve Turney today: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveturney/ Check out the Mental Health Marketing Conference here: www.mhmarketing.org Rate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new. Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you! Learn more about John Cordray at www.johncordray.com  Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.Support the show

The Neuroscience Of Self-Care And Why It's So ImportantBeing stressed for a long period of time is dangerous to your body. Not only does stress affect your mental health, it also leads to physical consequences. Neuroscience proves how stress renders you vulnerable to potential diseases. Pursuing the hustle culture and the fast-paced life compromises the chemicals that your body needs to regulate properly. If you don't give yourself a break or slow down from your work or other priorities, your body might be the one to decide it for you.In this episode, John shares the importance of self-care and why people need to give themselves an ideal time to relax, recharge, and rest. Self-care is a preventative measure to overcome stress and keep you healthy. Feel-good hobbies are effective self-care activities, especially when you spend time with the people you love. As it helps produce the chemicals your body needs to maintain your overall well-being, it's time to prioritize self-care above all else, especially amid a busy life.[Timecodes][0:58] Introducing the importance of self-care[2:49] When was the last time you were overwhelmed and stressed?[4:41] Being a workaholic is not a badge of honor.[5:51] What are the dangers of perpetual stress?[11:00] Self-care is a preventative practice against too much stress.[12:31] What are the feel-good brain chemicals?[19:18] Feel-good hobbies are effective self-care activities.[25:22] John shares his best self-care tips.[31:40] Self-care doesn't have to be complicated.Visit The Mental Health Today Show here: https://www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/about/Rate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new. Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you!Learn more about John Cordray at www.johncordray.comDisclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.Support the show

Managing Burnout In The Workplace By Creating Healthy Lifestyle Choices With Gabrielle Juliano-VillaniWhenever you get exhausted from carrying out professional or personal obligations, it's okay to take a break and rest. Pushing yourself too hard might lead you to burnout. Burnout is a prevalent problem among many working professionals. This has become common at the height of the most recent COVID-19 Pandemic. When working from home has become a necessity, you might have been overwhelmed with a lot of responsibilities. Juggling personal life and career can take too much of you. There are ways to manage burnout. In this episode, Gabrielle Juliano-Villani explains the causes of burnout, its effects, and the ways to manage and treat them. Gabrielle Juliano-Villani is a licensed clinical social worker living in Sarasota, FL. She has been in private practice since 2017 focusing on grief/loss, chronic health issues, trauma, anxiety/depression, and caregiver issues before selling her practice in 2021. She is the founder of GJV Consulting and Training, where she focuses on burnout prevention and management through 1:1 consulting, retreats, and workshops. Gabrielle is an international speaker and has been published on care.com, Authority Magazine, and featured on the Everyday Woman TV Network. [Timecodes][0:00] Introducing Gabrielle Juliano-Villani[2:27] What is burnout?[4:42] The COVID-19 Pandemic led to a lot of burnout cases. [6:10] What can we do to prevent or treat burnout?[10:10] How can you come up with a strategy to prevent burnout?[14:21] Living a healthy lifestyle can help prevent burnout.[19:01] What is a practical treatment for burnout?[21:38] Addressing the problem comes from us first. [23:24] Coming up with excuses will not help you feel better. [24:30] Is there a way to be happy again after a burnout? [25:06] What are effective self-care tips?[27:25] Healing is a gradual process. [28:27] Reach out to Gabrielle! Additional Resources:Reach out to Gabrielle through her email: leadingwithGJV@gmail.comBook a schedule for a possible meeting with Gabrielle: https://calendly.com/gabrielleJV Connect with Gabrielle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriellejulianovillani/ Reach out to Gabrielle on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.villani Rate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new. Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you! Learn more about John Cordray at www.johncordray.comDisclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.Support the show

How Path Is Making Mental Health Treatment More Accessible With Randy Forman And Cynthia GrantPath is a mental health tech company dedicated to making mental and behavioral health treatment more accessible, personalized, and effective. Path takes a patient-first approach, making it easy to find a high-quality therapist or psychiatrist, who accepts their insurance and is actively accepting new patients. Accessing quality mental health services doesn't have to stress you out. Path helps you connect with the right professionals and providers for effective and reliable treatment.Combining healthcare services and innovative systems, Path dedicates its mission to prioritizing mental health cases the same way that hospitals and clinics treat chronic diseases. Path's Leading Clinical Care expert Cynthia Grant and Chief Commercial Officer Randy Forman provide details about Path's objectives, the scope of services, and dedication to mental health treatment in this episode with John Cordray.Path also makes the tedious process of accessing insurance coverage easy for providers and patients. By leveraging digital health services, the company makes it possible for you to access what you need anywhere and at any time.[Timecodes][1:20] Introducing Randy Forman and Cynthia Grant[1:48] How Randy and Cynthia got involved with Path.[9:27] What makes Path different from other health companies?[12:29] How does Path provide clinical solutions for mental health?[18:19] What are the outcomes of Path's services?[20:43] Path connects people with the right therapists.[22:49] Where is Path available?[27:15] Path can handle complex cases of mental health issues.[28:12] Does Path have a plan to open up to more states?[32:13] What self-care exercises work best?[35:15] Reach out to Path!Learn more about Path here: www.pathmentalhealth.comRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new. Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you!Learn more about John Cordray at www.johncordray.comDisclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.Support the show

How To Manage Back To School AnxietyHow do you look forward to a new school year?A new school year offers a lot of possibilities, but there are certain factors that can cause stress and anxiety. Bullying intimidates students. Conflicts among colleagues discourage teachers. With recent cases of gun violence causing tragedy, vigilance is a much-needed defense.  Worry and fear are normal reactions in challenging times, but always assuming the worst possibilities threatens your mental health. In this episode, John shares his experience in helping students as a mental health professional in school districts. He also cites simple techniques in addressing and coping with anxiety by breathing and sensory exercises. As the new school year starts, a memorable one begins with the right mindset and a positive outlook. [Timecodes][1:40] John has first-hand experience counseling students in schools.  [3:30] What are some responsibilities of the teachers and faculty?[4:40] Bullying causes anxiety.[6:30] John and his family took care of his son in his anxious moments. [7:40] What are the different types of anxiety?[9:00] What is anticipatory anxiety?[12:50] Engaging in conversation with the student is important. [14:07] Managing anxiety requires identifying the causes of thoughts. [16:40] Faculty members can also manage their anxiety. [18:13] For a lot of students, school is their safe place. [19:13] Students act out on their trauma. [20:38] This is the perfect exercise to manage anxiety. [24:52] What is active observation?[28:50] Reach out to John. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here: www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you!Learn more about John Cordray at www.johncordray.com Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

Life Coaching With Jenny TohWhen you're in a good place, do you sometimes find yourself in situations when you still needhelp? A Life coach can support you.This episode features Jenny Toh, a life coach, and lawyer based in Singapore. Her career in legal practice in the UK, Malaysia, and Singapore has led her to work with clients from all walks of life, with some of them based in the United States. Jenny is an International Coaching Federation (ICF), and a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) who runs her own coaching practice, River Life Coaching Pte. Ltd. Jenny is also a qualified lawyer in the U.K., Singapore, and Malaysia. She is passionate about coaching individuals to align their lives with their core values and purpose, enabling them to live fully and joyfully.Her passion for life coaching has earned her prestigious credentials from the International Coaching Federation, solidifying her expertise in the industry.Jenny talks about the difference between a life coach and a therapist. While the latter helps people cope with emotional pain and overcome traumas, life coaches provide support systems for people at the peak of their careers or are building them. This includes making smart decisions, being accountable for their priorities, and framing a positive mindset when things start to take an unexpected turn. With life coaches, anyone can get through life with confidence and courage.[Timecodes][1:10] What is a life coach?[3:26] What does a life coach do?[6:16] What are the differences between a life coach and a therapist?[7:49] Coaching isn't regulated yet.[10:00] What is mental fitness?[12:12] Being realistic helps in addressing situations in life.[13:45] What is the best plan of action for unexpected situations?[16:30] What are alert signals?[18:50] Our thoughts can influence our behaviors.[20:15] Reach out to Jenny Toh.Assess your mental fitness here: www.positiveintelligence.comConsult from Jenny Toh: www.riverlifecoaching.comConnect with Jenny on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-toh-pcc/Follow River Life Coaching on Facebook: www.facebook.com/riverlifecoaching/Follow River Life Coaching on Instagram: www.instagram.com/riverlifecoachingRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here  www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new.  Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you!Learn more about Johny Cordray: www.johncordray.comDisclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

Why Saying "What If" Can Be Harmful To Your Mental HealthThinking outside the box is only beneficial when you focus on your positive thoughts.Overthinking the negative is harmful to your mental health.John shares the detrimental effects of assuming the worst-case scenarios. While it's normal to sometimes look ahead - especially when you're making tough decisions or when you are welcoming significant changes in your life – it's best to acknowledge that the future has not happened yet and it's not worth stressing over.Your thoughts influence your feelings and they also have an impact on your behavior. When you find yourself in stressful situations, assessing your thoughts can help you overcome negative prospects and possibilities. Your thoughts need to be rooted in truth and not assumptions. Focus on the positive outcomes and be open to people who are willing to help you.[Timecodes][0:00] Why is saying “What if?” bad for your mental health?[2:03] So many people bear the “What if” mindset.[4:18] Everything starts with your thoughts.[5:47] Thinking outside the box is normal.[6:53] What is the “Grass is greener” syndrome?[7:58] What are the negative effects of thinking this way?[10:56] What if the thought is actually rooted in truth?[14:35] You can't shut people out because it's not healthy for you.[16:27] Ask yourself these three questions that help you address these thoughts.[20:48] What if something good happens?[24:00] Focus on good thoughts.[25:10] Reach out to John.Rate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here  www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new.  Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you!Reach out to John Cordray: www.johncordray.comDisclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

How can you help a loved one who is struggling with their mental health when you're struggling too?John shares helpful advice in providing comfort, reassurance, and compassion to your friends or family during bad days. Checking in on them is a great start and a good conversation can be encouraging.Feelings are always valid, but coming up with a solution shouldn't be your top priority. The best way to address grieving or anxious moments in life is to listen, to share what's bothering you if you're comfortable doing so, and seek to understand and be there for each other.[Timestamps][0:24] How do you help your family and friends when you're also struggling?[1:57] It's okay to deal with our emotions because we are humans.[2:35] Empathizing is the first step.[5:01] Don't come up with solutions.[6:15] Be quick to listen.[7:49] The goal is to offer support.[8:30] Our feelings are valid.[10:13] How do you listen actively?[13:00] Ask them about how they're doing.[15:05] Reassure them of your presence.[17:54] What happens when you accidentally come up with a solution?[19:17] Know where you are in your mental health journey.[21:21] Be compassionate to yourself and to others.[24:30] Subscribe to the podcast for similar episodes.Rate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here  www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new.  Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you! Learn more about John: www.johncordray.comDisclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

Mental health breaks are very important when you need to focus on yourself. You have probably heard that Olympic star Simone Biles dropped out of the vault and uneven bars during the 2021 Olympics for mental health reasons. And she did so without knowing what the world would think. Knowing when to take a mental health break can be a very important part of your mental health, but many people feel like they can't take a break. In this episode, I talk about why you should take a mental health break and the importance of being proactive during your break. Thanks for listening and be sure to visit www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com I appreciate you, John Cordray (board-certified counselor and host of the Mental Health Today Show) www.johncordray.com    

Going back to school creates a lot of anxiety for students. From PreK to college, hundreds of students are experiencing back to school anxiety.  In this episode, I talk about what you can do to help ease back to school anxiety and how parents can help their children, and college students can help themselves.  Be sure to visit mentalhealthtodayshow.com to listen to past episodes and to sign up for updates of the show.    Thanks for listening and keep working on your mental health, John Cordray (board-certified counselor) johncordray.com

Dr. Heim Ph.D. is an award-winning Psychiatrist, Music Professor, and Churchill fellow. During his 20 years as a doctor and 13 as a psychiatrist he has heard the stories of 1000s of people, so he listens a lot. He gets lots of joy out of working as a consultant psychiatrist in psychotherapy.  He specializes in adult trauma. He speaks from a place of deep compassion and authority on Mental Health issues that are affecting us all in this new normal: anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, suicide, personality issues, and relationship breakdown.  His latest book "The 7 Types of Love: Navigating love in a fractured world" has just been released. He lives in Australia on the beautiful Sunshine Coast with his wife Caroline and loves taking long walks on deserted Australian beaches and eating celery. Dr. Heim's Social Channels: Website: https://www.drchristianheim.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-christian-heim-572777203/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtd-b5NpPAiPDzsNj41G78g Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drchristianheim_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drchristianheim Book: The 7 Love Types: https://www.drchristianheim.com/7-love-types   Questions: How did you get involved with adult trauma? How common is child sexual abuse? Who is typically the abuser? How often is sexual abuse reported? What can happen to the adult who has been sexually abused as a child? Can someone recover from sexual abuse? Is there hope? Thanks for listening to the Mental Health Today Show. Visit www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com to subscribe to the show, leave a review, and sign up for the newsletter. Thank you, John Cordray, www.johncordray.com   Please leave a rating and review of the show!

If you have ever thought you were bad for struggling with a mental health issue this episode is for you. I talk about four action steps that you can take right now to help you realize that your mental health does not define who you are. LET YOUR MENTAL HEALTH STRUGGLE BE YOUR TEACHER, NOT YOUR MASTER LEAN ON OTHERS IN YOUR TIME OF NEED MAKE A PLAN STAY THE COURSE Write these action steps down and remember them the next time you start to give in to the temptation of believing you are less of a person because you struggle with a mental health issue. Be sure to visit www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com to listen to more episodes and to subscribe to the show. Take care my friends, John Cordray www.johncordray.com    

Is your marriage going through a difficult stage right now? Are you feeling hopeless and alone as you struggle with your mental health? In this episode, I talk with Tiffany Lee, (AKA Plumb). Plumb gets very personal and talks about her hurt and pain, and God's redeeming story.  Plumb is a Christan artist and she graciously took time to talk with me before her next tour. Plum has sold more than 500,000 albums and singles worldwide, co-authored songs with Michelle Branch, Mandisa, Mandy Moore, Jaci Velasquez, Natalie Grant, and many more. Plumb's music has been on numerous TV and Films.    Bellow are Plumb's links to her book and song that I mention in this episode.  Book Need You Now https://www.amazon.com/Need-You-Now-Story-Hope/dp/0990617203 Need You Now Song https://youtu.be/Y9CjYvQDDIo Facebook https://www.facebook.com/plumbmusic -- Visit www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com   Thanks for listening, John Cordray www.johncordray.com    

Do you have some anxiety, but you've wondered if you have an anxiety disorder? In this episode, I talk about the seven most common anxiety disorders. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM–5) categorizes anxiety disorders into 7 types: Separation anxiety disorder Selective mutism Specific phobia Social phobia Panic disorder Agoraphobia Generalized anxiety disorder Be sure to visit www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com and sign up for the newsletter and to listen to past episodes. Please subscribe, and leave a review and rating of the show too! Keep working on your mental health, John Cordray, board-certified counselor and host of the Mental Health Today Show. www.johncordray.com  

It's important to understand the negative thought cycle so you can be in control of your anxiety, instead of the other way around. Have you had anxious thoughts that don't seem to go away easily? The negative thoughts that kept going around and around turned into obsessive thoughts? Anxiety can take control of the mind and then it takes control of life.  The parts of the negative thought cycle: Event Thoughts Feelings Behavior Outcome I also provide tips that you can do to help gain better control of your negative thought cycle.  Be sure to visit www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com to sign up for the newsletter, listen to past episodes, and subscribe to the show. Thanks for listening, John Cordray, board-certified counselor and host of the Mental Health Today Show. www.johncordray.com  

How is conflict handled in your family? We're not taught how to handle conflict, and oftentimes, conflict is not dealt with at all in families. In this episode, I talk about what you can do to help rebuild conflict in your family.  Please rate and subscribe to the Mental Health Today Show at www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com. Thanks for listening! John Cordray, board-certified counselor and host of the Mental Health Today Show. johncordray.com

Have you ever experienced emotional pain? Pain that's so intense that you don't know what to do. Pain from a loss or a life-altering event can cause emotional pain and suffering. In this episode, I talk about the five signs of emotional pain. Five Signs of Emotional Pain Behavior Change Agitated Withdrawal Poor Hygiene Hopelessness I hope this episode is helpful for you! Check out the website www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com and sign up for the newsletter and updates about the show. I appreciate you always, John Cordray www.johncordray.com