Podcast appearances and mentions of melanie vann

Listen in as Stephanie Holmes, MA, BCCC, and Certified Autism Specialist,  along with Melanie Vann, MA as they discuss how to best find a child's potential when they are on the autism spectrum.  Both personally have children on the spectrum, so they speak from their first-hand experience.  Don't give up hope, as you discover how to help your child(ren) find their way in the world.

Join counselors Melanie Vann and Melissa Richards with host Kristin Walker talking about what spiritual warfare is and how we combat this in our lives. Regardless of your spiritual beliefs everyone has a journey of self-discovery. Many on the path choose a belief system that works for them and then are greatly challenged in those beliefs. We explore this dynamic on our show and hope to offer some insight from varying beliefs on how to combat what we refer to as spiritual warfare. www.mentalhealthnewsradio.com

Join counselors Melanie Vann and Melissa Richards with host Kristin Walker on a powerful show about chaos, drama, squeaky wheels, and being ultra responsible for IT ALL. Is codependency the "blame" for all that ails you or is it something more? Negative relationships require participation from all sides but we can choose how much of our emotional capital is used to defuse people and the drama they create, including our own dramatics! Pay attention the quiet ones that enter your field of experience and learn to share yourself with those that don't bring chaos and histrionics into your life.

How many of you have felt triggered reading and hearing about the Harvey Weinstein allegations? Many of our listeners have. We have. We support the #metoo movement spearheaded by actress Alyssa Milano and have a very powerful discussion with host Kristin Sunanta Walker, Melanie Vann, and Melissa Richards about sexual misconduct and abuse. We've learned that while the abuser and society may wish to paint those who come forward as people who:Can't seem to "move on" or "let things go"Are vitriolicAre unfairAre "crazy"Are only womenThis is simply not the case. Uncomfortable topics need to be discussed. Every victim and then survivor of sexual harassment has their own journey to recovery. As you evolve, your voice and understanding of what you experienced changes. It does not disappear. Being quiet supports the abuser not the abused. It also supports those who enable and act as accomplices to the abusers.This is not gender specific.The days of "men are just men" are over.For Good.Thank you for joining us on this poignant and deeply personal show.www.mentalhealthnewsradio.com

Join counselors Melanie Vann and Melissa Richards with host Kristin Sunanta Walker as they talk about Fantasy Island. Is this really where you want to live? How do highly empathic people find themselves dwelling there and how narcissists weave a web of deceit and at all costs, including YOU, will defend their island. How and when do we "split" from reality in order to survive trauma? When does this become a crutch and unhealthy as an adult. What is the difference between being wounded and being proud, entitled, and arrogant?We cover it all and have some fun while we are doing it. Enjoy the show.

Donald Bailey joins us live from the Converge Autism Summit by Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health. He's been on the podcast before talking about his autistic son and the journey he's experienced with him as a child and now an adult. Donald is working on helping him find private housing and continuing to speak at events like this summit to raise awareness about the lifelong journey of parents with children on the spectrum.A lifelong South Carolinian, Donald began his career in the insurance industry with a focus on financial planning. After working as a financial planner for E. F. Hutton, he founded Donald Bailey & Associates in order to offer independent advice and holistic planning to his clients.Donald is committed to community involvement, having served on the Board of Trustees at the University of South Carolina (USC) and most recently founding The College Transition Connection, Inc., a non-profit organization whose mission is to help South Carolina colleges create post-secondary programs for young adults who may have an intellectual disability. Donald's son is on the autism spectrum. He is one of the authors of Your Legacy of Care: Providing for Your Special Needs Child Today, Tomorrow & Always and a speaker at the Converge Autism Summits that are held annually by Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health in South Carolina.For this podcast he joins counselor, Melanie Vann, to discuss his experience as a father of a child with Autism.Donald holds a degree in Marketing from USC. He and his wife Caroline have two children and three grandchildren and reside in Mt. Pleasant, SC.www.legacyofcareadvisors.comwww.springbrookautismbehavioralhealth.comwww.convergeautismradio.com

Join host Melanie Vann with guest Karen Watson-Jarvis. The discussion is based on an article written by Karen about how often we substitute the valuable things in this life for worthless things? We choose the words “I’m sorry,” but they have little meaning and do not represent the life transforming change that allowing God to change our hearts with true repentance represent. Does God just smile and wonder if we want to continue to trade ease and self-sufficiency for the real power of what He can do if we choose a sorrow that leads to life. Unfortunately, many of us choose a sorrow that leads to death, thinking it will somehow remove our shame, help us feel good, and give us what we deserve. On that false road we choose to justify our actions, rationalize our sin, blame others, dwell in the deep pit of self-pity, and make all sorts of excuses why we are stuck and can’t move forward and how it isn’t our fault anyway. Relationships decompensate, the innocent are condemned, marriages end, and Satan smiles as we journey on in the sorrow that leads to death. The good news is that God knows the difference and paves a path that has a clear outcome—a path that leads to life. Let’s explore His way.Karen Watson-Jarvis, MA, LCPC is a psychotherapist and has been with Meier Clinics since 1990. She is also a Certified EMDR specialist and trained in Brainspotting. She wrote the book "Christ's Touch Changes Us." She has been a keynote speaker for weekend retreats and have spoken on TV and radio. Karen specializes in trauma and marital counseling.www.meierclinics.com

Join host, Melanie Vann, on the latest episode of Springbrook's Converge Autism Radio. She interviews Sean Sullivan, founder of I Know Autism. Sean was born severely autistic, but has overcome many of his symptoms and built a life for himself. However, this was not without hardship. Listen as Sean shares his story about how he was forced to sleep outside and denied food at several facilities, but was able to find his way home, literally. Once he found his way home, he began building a life for himself and is now an inspiration to others who live with autism. Learn more about Sean and his journey below:Autism web tv series:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SIj3y-4XXxAAutism podcast:https://soundcloud.com/allautismtalk/i-know-autism-a-conversation-with-sean-sullivanAutism article:https://raisetheflagforautism.com/meet-sean-sullivan/

Tune in as host, Melanie Vann, interviews Benjamin Lee, co-founder of www.laurasgreetings.com. Ben was born in Provo, Utah and is currently studying Global Supply Chain Management at Brigham Young University. He is the Director of Supply Chain and Sales at Laura's Greetings and has been on a mission to help those with different abilities for over 1 year. He has 3 siblings, is an eagle scout, and loves to spend time with his family.Laura's greetings features cards and artwork created by those with different abilities. For every purchase of a greeting card, portions of the proceeds go to covering the adoption fees of a child with special needs.Please visit their site and support those with special abilities!Instagram: laurasgreetingscoFB: LaurasgreetingscoEmail: Lauarasgreetingsco@gmail.com

How can we learn to tell the truth as we know it and do this with love? Join Dr. Paul Meier, Kristin Walker, and Melanie Vann as they discuss speaking the truth in love.SPEAKING THE TRUTH IN LOVEWHAT DOES IT MEAN?WHENEVER TWO PEOPLE MEET THERE ARE ACTUALLY SIX PEOPLE PRESENT--THE TWO AS THEY SEE THEMSELVES, THE TWO AS THEY SEE EACH OTHER, AND THE TWO AS THEY REALLY ARE, AND ALL SIX ARE DIFFERENT. WHO WE REALLY ARE DEEP DOWN INSIDE IS A MYSTERY EVEN TO US, SO FINDING OUT THE TRUTH ABOUT OURSELVES OR OUR LOVED ONES IS A LIFELONG PROCESSWHO DO YOU SPEAK THE TRUTH TO AND WHEN IS IT BEST TO KEEP YOUR MOUTH SHUT?TO GODTO OTHERS--WHAT WOULD JESUS DO OR SAY TO THAT PARTICULAR "OTHER" UNDER THE SAME CIRCUMSTANCES?HOW MANY PEOPLE TODAY HAVE EVEN ONE CLOSE FRIEND THEY CAN TELL ALL THEIR SECRETS TO?BEING CAREFUL WHO YOU SHARE THE TRUTH WITHTO OURSELVESPROMISING TO BE OUR OWN BEST FRIENDWHAT WOULD DO OR SAY TO OUR BEST FRIEND UNDER THE SAME CIRCUMSTANCES?Dr. Paul Meier is the founder of the multi-state, non-profit mental health outpatient organization Meier Clinics, a practicing psychiatrist, best-selling author, and international speaker.Melanie Vann has her MA in Counseling Psychology. She is the Program Director for MHNR Network and host of Memoirs of Madness.Kristin Sunanta Walker is the founder of MHNR Network and host of Mental Health News Radio.www.meierclinics.comwww.mhnrnetwork.com

Join host, Melanie Vann, as she interviews Motesem Mansur, who is an author, artist, and on the autism spectrum. This is a powerful interview that gives insight into the life of an adult with autism who has very little family supports but is making the most of his life. Even though Motesem lives in a nursing home, he has a thriving business and continues to touch others with his special gifts. His most recent book, The Gifted Builder, is a children's book, about autism and finding your way when you’re on the spectrum. The book is self-illustrated and an inspiration to anyone that pics it up. You can find his book and his artwork by clicking on the links below:Bookstore:http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/moe86Poster Store:https://www.zazzle.com/moe8600Gallery commissions 8.5 x 11 Fantasy Worlds for $10 eachwistmoremoe86@gmail.com

Join our host, Kristin Sunanta Walker and Melanie Vann as they discuss what it means to live a life that gives instead of one that takes. This not only means choosing healthy relationships, but also choosing self-care, choosing to feed your soul, and choosing to live an abundant life instead of a life of just surviving. Join them for this empowering show to get tips on how to tell the difference between life giving things and life taking; as well as taking a look at what it takes to actually live the life you want instead of just living the one that is handed to you!

My guest today, Melanie Vann, shares her insight as a clinician, on the debilitating effects of anxiety that she experienced in her life and also saw in her son as he grew up. In addition, we also discuss the benefits of being fully present, learning emotional regulation, and equine therapy to help with taking control of anxiety so it no longer controls you.Melanie is the program director for Mental Health News Radio, and also a clinician and podcaster, as well as the founder and CEO of Your Wise Therapist. She has been in the mental health field for over 15 years and obtained her Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Regent University and her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Old Dominion University. Her passion to help others embrace their hardships and heal has taken her to multiple realms of the mental health industry. Her expertise is multi-dimensional as she has counseled those suffering from eating disorders, brain injury, borderline personality disorder, depression and anxiety, self-mutilation, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, narcissistic abuse, and unresolved grief.During our chat on this episode of the podcast, we're talking more in-depth about understanding and coping with anxiety, and recognizing how it affects us in daily life:Melanie shares how from the time she was a young girl, she resigned herself to the idea that she was a worrier. She had no idea what anxiety was or how it was manifesting itself. She didn't understand why other kids seemed so calm and comfortable.As a child, nobody explains to you what's going on so you are left to try and figure it out for yourself, and again the cycle of perpetuating anxiety starts at a young age and we don't even realize it.One of the primary skills she used, not even realizing it, was to escape to her own mind where she felt safe and free from these anxious feelings.Learning to see the signs in your children and talking to them about what they struggle with so you can get them to help early on.We discuss how when you are unable to live in the moment and be fully present (mindfulness), it's difficult to find joy and contentment in life and consequently, anxiety can thrive.How managing anxiety is exhausting and since it can start when we're young, it carries over into adulthood.Using logic and rational thinking to combat anxiety. Expose the anxious feelings for what they are, rather than what they are trying to make you believe is true.Using writing and other coping skills to help get the feelings out of our head.How retraining our brain, to change the default reaction to specific situations that cause anxiety to spike, is a key to taking back your life.Equine therapy and the benefits of being around horses to help with anxiety.Melanie and I share some stories of our experiences with horses and how much they help you to be fully present because they themselves are always present and they will reflect back to you what you present to them.The resiliency and ability to come back to a calm state after being triggered is something that horses have down pat, and we can learn this as well.All this and so much during my insightful and inspiring chat with Melanie Vann. Please be sure and check out, YourWiseTherapist.com for more information on Melanie's work. including her Coaching, Counseling, and Therapy services available. And of course, you don't want to miss out on all the incredible podcasts over on MHNRNetwork.com!Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcasting app, I would definitely appreciate it and Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sPH8pMZ)

Join host, Melanie Vann, on Converge Autism Radio as she and seasoned guest, Stephanie Holmes, MA, BCCC, discuss how to move past autism awareness and into acceptance. There is still stigma surrounding autism and the behaviors that are associated with it. With the help of many amazing advocates like Dr. Temple Grandin and others, we have come far on the path of autism awareness but true acceptance comes when we can look past the diagnosis and see there is a child or adult behind it. Melanie and Stephanie discuss how we can start to accept those with autism and help them grow into productive, happy, and adjusted members of society. Stephanie C. Holmes graduated from Campbell University summa cum laude with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology in 1994. Her highest held degree is a Master’s degree in Counseling obtained through Liberty University in May of 2000. Stephanie held her NC LPC from March 2002-June 2008. She is now licensed through the Georgia Board of Examiners of Christian Counselors and Therapists and is also a Certified Autism Specialist.

Join your hosts Melanie Vann and Kristin Walker as they discuss the great article by Dr. Judith Orloff https://drjudithorloff.com/top-10-traits-of-an-empath/ about the top ten traits of an empath! We go into detail about each one sharing experiences from ourselves and our listeners!

Our most popular series on www.mentalhealthnewsradio.com is now its own show. Join your hosts Melanie Vann and Kristin Walker as they talk about what being authentic means and why most empaths can smell inauthenticity from miles, and miles, and miles away!

Dr. Paul Meier received The Great American Award and shares with our listening family what this award is for and how he experienced the ceremony. We also talk about stalkers, trollers, bullying, harassment, and cyberstalking. What it looks like, what you are dealing with, how to report the abuse, and how to disengage from these severely mentally ill people who need proper treatment for their predatory behaviors.Dr. Paul Meier is the founder of the multi-state, non-profit mental health outpatient organization Meier Clinics, a practicing psychiatrist, best-selling author, and international speaker.Melanie Vann has her MA in Counseling Psychology. She is the Program Director for MHNR Network and host of Memoirs of Madness.Kristin Sunanta Walker is the founder of MHNR Network and host of Mental Health News Radio.

Join host Melanie Vann as she interviews Jeff Beck, co-founder of AnswersNow, an autism app that connects parents with real time BCBA therapists. Jeff Beck is the CEO and co-founder of AnswersNow. Jeff is a licensed clinician and entrepreneur who is passionate about helping families work through their unique challenges. In his previous role as a child and family therapist, he recognized that parents of children with special needs were lacking immediate, personalized, reliable and trusted help.That is when AnswersNow, a platform that simplifies on-demand support for caregivers of children with special needs, was born. Prior to AnswersNow, Jeff established a behavioral health program while working for Virginia Care Partners (an HCA subsidiary) and was the director of Community-Based Services at St. Joseph’s Villa. He received his MSW from Virginia Commonwealth University. He lives in the north side with his wife Amy, their 2-month old Sonny and their dog Millie.www.getanswersnow.com

The title is what it seems and then we take an interesting turn towards the end of this podcast! How are narcissists Kryptonite for you, you for them, and what else is their Kryptonite? Much is said and written about narcissistic males. On this episode Dr. Paul Meier, Melanie Vann, and Kristin Walker do part I on narcissistic women!Dr. Paul Meier is the founder of the multi-state, non-profit mental health outpatient organization Meier Clinics, a practicing psychiatrist, best-selling author, and international speaker.Melanie Vann has her MA in Counseling Psychology. She is the Program Director for MHNR Network and host of Memoirs of Madness.Kristin Sunanta Walker is the founder of MHNR Network and host of Mental Health News Radio.

Join host, Melanie Vann, on the latest Converge Autism Radio podcast as she interviews attorney John Hickey to discuss the recent tragedy of a young man with autism who fell overboard on a cruises ship. They discuss maritime law and safety tips to keep your loved ones safe on vacations.John "Jack" Hickey of the Hickey Law Firm in Miami is a veteran in the maritime industry. For almost two decades, he represented cruise lines and is one of the nation's foremost experts on maritime law. For the past 19 years he has been representing plaintiffs in personal injury and wrongful death cases against cruise lines across the United States. He is Board Certified as an Admiralty & Maritime Lawyer by The Florida Bar and a member of the Million Dollar Forum based on the cases in which he has obtained settlements or verdicts in excess of $1 Million. www.hickeylawfirm.com

Based on a short but on point article, Melanie Vann and Kristin Walker discuss the top 7 myths and misconceptions about Autism: 1. Autistic People Are All Alike2. Autistic People Don't Have Feelings3. Autistic People Don't Build Relationships4. Autistic People Are a Danger to Society5. Autistic People Are Savants6. Autistic People Have No Language Skills7. Autistic People Have Little Potential for SuccessJoin us to bust right through these myths and misconceptions so you can help us all be correctly informed about Autism Spectrum Disorder!https://www.verywellhealth.com/top-autism-myths-260618

The holidays can be stressful for everyone but especially for families trying to navigate the season with a child on the Autism Spectrum. This time of year can be fraught with sensory overload for children with Autism. Take a listen to Melanie Vann and Kristin Walker as they give some practical tips on how to make the end of this year enjoyable for your child, friends, family, and yourself!

Much is said and written about narcissistic males. On this episode Dr. Paul Meier, Melanie Vann, and Kristin Walker do part I on narcissistic women!Dr. Paul Meier is the founder of the multi-state, non-profit mental health outpatient organization Meier Clinics, a practicing psychiatrist, best-selling author, and international speaker.Melanie Vann has her MA in Counseling Psychology. She is the Program Director for MHNR Network and host of Memoirs of Madness.Kristin Sunanta Walker is the founder of MHNR Network and host of Mental Health News Radio.

Join Melanie and Kristin as they discuss Walmart adding mental health clinics to their stores. It's a hot topic. What does this say about mental health?Melanie Vann has her MA in Counseling Psychology. She is the Program Director for MHNR Network, host of Memoirs of Madness, and founder of Your Wise Therapist.Kristin Sunanta Walker is the founder of MHNR Network and host of Mental Health News Radio.

Join Kristin Sunanta Walker, Melanie Vann, and Grant Davis as they discuss obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and medication treatment.Melanie is the Program Director of MHNR Network.Grant Davis is a psychiatric nurse practitioner. Grant provides psychiatric medication management for children, adolescents, and adults. His approach to medication management is client focused and collaborative based on information shared between clinician and the client. Grant believes that a strong therapeutic relationship between clinician and patient is vital for positive mental health outcomes.

Are narcissists codependent? Join us for a discussion about codependency and narcissism on a round table with Dr. Paul Meier show!Dr. Paul Meier is the founder of the multi-state, non-profit mental health outpatient organization Meier Clinics, a practicing psychiatrist, best-selling author, and international speaker.Melanie Vann has her MA in Counseling Psychology. She is the Program Director for MHNR Network and host of Memoirs of Madness.Kristin Sunanta Walker is the founder of MHNR Network and host of Mental Health News Radio.

Join host, Melanie Vann, on the latest episode of Converge Autism Radio as she interviews Ray Hemachandra. He is advocate, author, and educator about the world of autism. Ray Hemachandra is the parent of an autistic son. He speaks, writes, and teaches about autism and disability from the perspective of neurodiversity, acceptance, and compassion. Professionally, Hemachandra is an organizational consultant and communications strategist. He serves on a half-dozen boards and committees for autism and disability organizations.Follow his writing about autism and other topics at www.RayHemachandra.com.Other valuable resources mentioned in the interview:www.ollibean.com/blog/www.autismwomensnetwork.org/blogwww.thinkingautismguide.comwww.unstrangemind.com

What? Healthy Narcissism? Is that for real? Join us for a discussion about what "healthy narcissism" is on a round table with Dr. Paul Meier show!Dr. Paul Meier is the founder of the multi-state, non-profit mental health outpatient organization Meier Clinics, a practicing psychiatrist, best-selling author, and international speaker.Melanie Vann has her MA in Counseling Psychology. She is the Program Director for MHNR Network and host of Memoirs of Madness.Kristin Sunanta Walker is the founder of MHNR Network and host of Mental Health News Radio.

Join hosts Kristin Walker and Melanie Vann as they discuss how dogs can benefit those with Autism. They both have first hand experience with the healing power of dogs. Kristin is the trainer and handler of several therapy dogs and Melanie has a service dog for her son that is on the autism spectrum. Join them as they discuss how they have seen dogs help ease anxiety, improve socialization, and decrease behavioral outburst or self-harming behavior. You can find more helpful resources at:https://springbrookautismbehavioral.com/resources/

Cassie Ubaldo joins Melanie Vann and Kristin Sunanta Walker to talk about her work with active military, veterans, and other first responders utilizing horses. She is located in Southwest Montana and has found a way to share her passion to help others find their path to health and wellness through working with horses. She appreciates the authentic and honest lens through which horses respond to people and their energy.She strives to use those unbiased instincts in horses to allow individuals and groups the opportunity to see their own behaviors in a safe and compassionate setting so they can become empowered to start living life the way they want to live.Cassie has had a unique opportunity to mix her formal education of a bachelor's degree in psychology and a masters in education with the wisdom she has learned from growing up with horses. She is enthusiastic about sharing her experience and guidance with those interested in taking the lead in life.www.shiftefl.com

Join one of the speakers at Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health's yearly summit: Converge Autism, Stephanie Holmes MA, BCCC, and Certified Autism Specialist as she discusses the journey of finding a child's potential when they have autism spectrum disorder. She and host, Melanie Vann, MA and Life Coach from MHNR Network both have children on the spectrum, so their knowledge is first hand. Anxiety seems to go hand in hand with Autism. Research has found that treating anxiety for those who are on the spectrum decreases the severity of symptoms. Stephanie and Melanie discuss Springbrook's comprehensive approach to treating anxiety in autism to include psychotherapy, medication, social groups, and occupational therapy. Springbrook Behavioral Health, the creators of Converge Autism Radio, have numerous resources on their website including blog articles that they will often discuss on their show! https://springbrookautismbehavioral.com/resources/

We talk a lot about personality disorders but how about personality? What is personality? Take a journey with Dr. Paul Meier, Melanie Vann, and Kristin Sunanta Walker as they discuss what makes up your personality.Dr. Paul Meier is the founder of the multi-state, non-profit mental health outpatient organization Meier Clinics, a practicing psychiatrist, best-selling author, and international speaker.Melanie Vann has her MA in Counseling Psychology. She is the Program Director for MHNR Network and host of Memoirs of Madness.Kristin Sunanta Walker is the founder of MHNR Network and host of Mental Health News Radio.

Join one of the speakers at Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health's yearly summit: Converge Autism, Stephanie Holmes MA, BCCC, and Certified Autism Specialist as she discusses the journey of finding a child's potential when they have autism spectrum disorder. She and host, Melanie Vann, MA and Life Coach from MHNR Network both have children on the spectrum, so their knowledge is first hand. Discovering your child or loved ones potential can be a trying one, but it can also be one filled with magic and joy. Every child or adult on the spectrum has something to offer. By tapping into one special task done well, a child on the spectrum can find confidence to master other areas of their lives. Don't ever give up hope; you can help your child find their way in the world; even if it often looks a lot different than everyone else's!Springbrook Behavioral Health, the creators of Converge Autism Radio, have numerous resources on their website including blog articles that they will often discuss on their show! https://springbrookautismbehavioral.com/resources/

Many people are more afraid of success than of failure. What happens when we reach what we believe or society believes is success? How does it affect our mental health? How does it affect the people around us? Join Dr. Paul Meier, founder of www.meierclinics.com, Best Selling author, Psychiatrist, and international speaker with cohosts Melanie Vann and Kristin Sunanta Walker as we explore this topic with a twist!

Join host Melanie Vann and guest Lisa Raiford as they discuss Springbrook's Converge Autism Summit and her presentation on Putting Together the Puzzle: Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder through Evidence-Based Practice.Lisa O. Raiford, Ed.D. began teaching as a special education teacher, certified in Emotional Disabilities. Her experience in working with individuals with Emotional Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder lead her to earn her National Board Certification as an Exceptional Needs Specialist. Serving as a District Teacher of the Year, and a South Carolina State Finalist Teacher of the Year, Dr. Raiford has worked to restructure an alternative school and serve as a Consultant in the area of Emotional Disabilities and Behavior for a large school district. Currently serving as the South Carolina Department of Education Consultant for Autism Spectrum Disorders, she has worked to provide education, awareness, and programming for individuals with Autism and their educators, including the development of a statewide Task Force on Autism Spectrum Disorder, and the ASD Virtual Library, a collection of resources for educators, parents, and students. Dr. Raiford also provides educational workshops for youth programs in the community that embrace the inclusion of youth with disabilities in their programming.www.convergeautism.comwww.springbrookautismbehavioral.com

Rumination is part of trauma bonding in psychology abusive relationships. It's a stage during and after the relationship has ended. Listen in as Melanie Vann and Kristin Walker talk about the stages that come after no contact and that, yes, you do stop thinking of them.

There is nothing more frightening for a parent with a child that has Autism than the split second their child can be right by them and then they've disappeared. Eloping or wandering is something many children do but especially children with Autism. Melanie Vann, a counselor and mother of a young child with Autism talks about her experiences as a parent. She also discusses how her friends, family, and strangers have and can help people with special needs children. Education, compassion, and awareness are key especially when we hear about young children who have run off, are Autistic, and possibly non-verbal who are later found too late. Please join us at www.convergeautism.com, whether you have Autism yourself, your child has Autism, or they don't so you can learn about this disorder and be a part of a society that reserves judgement and tries to help potential danger from happening in the life of a child.

How do we reach the "highly functional" depressed person? Are they going to check the box on an intake form for "do you have suicidal thoughts?" Dr. Paul Meier joins Melanie Vann and Kristin Sunanta Walker for a look and a listen about the many, many people who live with suicidal ideation who mask their symptoms and go unnoticed ... until, sometimes, it is too late. Dr. Paul Meier is the founder of www.meierclinics.com, a best-selling author and practicing psychiatrist. Melanie Vann is the program director for MHNR Network and host of Memoirs of Madness. She is also the founder of Your Wise Therapist, LLC.Kristin Sunanta Walker is the founder of Mental Health News Radio Network.

Join hosts Melanie Vann and Kristin Sunanta Walker on our most popular series: Empowered Empaths. They discuss what authenticity and vulnerability mean to the highly empathic and how to strengthen those innate gifts by practicing extreme self-care. We also talk about what it takes to build those muscles in order to be strong about healthy boundaries and actually go from being a narcissist attraction magnet to being a repellent.

Join Kristin Sunanta Walker, Melanie Vann, Dr. Paul Meier, and Grant Davis as they discuss depression and medication treatment on this weeks Round Table discussion. Melanie is the Program Director of MHNR Network.Dr. Paul Meier is the founder of www.meierclinics.com, a best-selling author and practicing psychiatrist. Grant Davis is new to the show and is a psychiatric nurse practitioner. Grant provides psychiatric medication management for children, adolescents, and adults. His approach to medication management is client focused and collaborative based on information shared between clinician and the client. Grant believes that a strong therapeutic relationship between clinician and patient is vital for positive mental health outcomes.

Join Kristin Sunanta Walker, Melanie Vann, Dr. Paul Meier, and Grant Davis as they discuss Opioid addiction and medication treatment on this weeks Round Table discussion. Melanie is the Program Director of MHNR Network.Dr. Paul Meier is the founder of www.meierclinics.com, a best-selling author and practicing psychiatrist. Grant Davis is new to the show and is a psychiatric nurse practitioner. Grant provides psychiatric medication management for children, adolescents, and adults. His approach to medication management is client focused and collaborative based on information shared between clinician and the client. Grant believes that a strong therapeutic relationship between clinician and patient is vital for positive mental health outcomes.

Join host, Melanie Vann, as she interviews Dr. Luigi Boccuto to discuss the latest research on autism spectrum disorder. Dr. Boccuto is a clinical geneticist who trained for several years under Professor Neri in Rome with a focus on in hereditary cancer, overgrowth syndromes and intellectual disability (ID) syndromes. Dr. Boccuto is currently an assistant research scientist at the JC Self Research Institute of the Greenwood Genetic Center. His main projects are focused on the study of the genetic causes of autism, ID, and conditions with segmental or generalized overgrowth. He is also characterizing the metabolic profiles of cells from patients with overgrowth, autism, ID, and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Dr. Bocutto will be presenting this year the Converge Autism Summit sponsored by Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health.

Join podcasters Melanie Vann and Kristin Sunanta Walker for a discussion on our popular series, Empowered Empaths, about the difference between Walls and Boundaries. We've used the term "Shields Up" in order to align ourselves with protection. This is an interesting stage on your road to recovery. After a while those "shields" or walls don't need to stay up as they are replaced by healthy and firm boundaries. We do agree, however, that walls are necessary and no contact is a vital part of the healing process when it comes to narcissistic abuse. Melanie Vann is the Program Director of Mental Health News Radio. She also hosts Memoirs of Madness on the network and is the owner of Your Wise Therapist, LLC.Kristin Sunanta Walker is the founder and CEO of MHNR Network, host of Mental Health News Radio, and CEO of everythingEHR.

One of Dr. Meier's favorite subjects and also one of his best selling books Windows of the Soul written with Dr. Robert Wise. We talk about our dreams and what they mean. Have you ever dreamed about.losing something valuable or irreplaceable? Missing an important engagement? Being chased by a nameless, faceless entity? Talking to a deceased loved one? Doing something immoral or totally out of character? Your dreams are probably trying to tell you something.and it may not be what you think. Dr. Paul Meier, Melanie Vann, and Kristin Walker talk about the clues needed to decipher and discern the hidden meanings of these nightly visitors. Dr. Paul Meier is a practicing Psychiatrist, the founder of Meier Clinics, and the author of several best selling books.Melanie Vann is the host of Memiors of Madness and Program Director for MHNR Network.Kristin Walker is the CEO of MHNR Network and host of Mental Health News Radio.

A lifelong South Carolinian, Donald began his career in the insurance industry with a focus on financial planning. After working as a financial planner for E. F. Hutton, he founded Donald Bailey & Associates in order to offer independent advice and holistic planning to his clients.Donald is committed to community involvement, having served on the Board of Trustees at the University of South Carolina (USC) and most recently founding The College Transition Connection, Inc., a non-profit organization whose mission is to help South Carolina colleges create post-secondary programs for young adults who may have an intellectual disability. Donald's son is on the autism spectrum. He is one of the authors of Your Legacy of Care: Providing for Your Special Needs Child Today, Tomorrow & Always and a speaker at the Converge Autism Summits that are held annually by Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health in South Carolina.For this podcast he joins counselor, Melanie Vann, to discuss his experience as a father of a child with Autism.Donald holds a degree in Marketing from USC. He and his wife Caroline have two children and three grandchildren and reside in Mt. Pleasant, SC.www.legacyofcareadvisors.comwww.springbrookautismbehavioralhealth.comwww.convergeautismradio.comwww.mhnrnetwork.com

We've covered this topic before and took the test live on the air. This time we talk about how ADD and ADHD can be treated and the positives of this kind of brain!Dr. Paul Meier is a practicing Psychiatrist, the founder of Meier Clinics, and the author of several best selling books.Melanie Vann is the host of Memiors of Madness and Program Director for MHNR Network.Kristin Walker is the CEO of MHNR Network and host of Mental Health News Radio.

What an important but challenging topic: Lying. The lies we tell ourselves. The lies we tell others. Join our three hosts for a discussion on different types of lying.Dr. Paul Meier is a practicing Psychiatrist, the founder of Meier Clinics, and the author of several best selling books.Melanie Vann is the host of Memiors of Madness and Program Director for MHNR Network.Kristin Walker is the CEO of MHNR Network and host of Mental Health News Radio.

A lot has been happening this week. More public figures are have died by suicide which lets everyone realize that it does not matter what is in your bank account, how much wordly influence you have, or how successful your life is according to certain standards. Join our three hosts for a conversation around the language and understanding of suicidal ideation, as well as, depression. Three different perspectives. Three different life experiences. Some of the three have attempted, contemplated, or never thought of suicide. Sit down with host Stephen Kavalkovich of Rescue the Rescuer, Melanie Vann of Memoirs of Madness, and Kristin Sunanta Walker of Mental Health News Radio for this last minute show.

Friendship. It's important. It affects your mental well being. Take a very personal journey with Dr. Paul Meier, Melanie Vann, and Kristin Sunanta Walker as they talk about what it means to be a good friend, a friend in need, a long time friend, and how to learn to receive and give friendship.Dr. Paul Meier is a practicing Psychiatrist, the founder of Meier Clinics, and the author of several best selling books.Melanie Vann is the host of Memiors of Madness and Program Director for MHNR Network.Kristin Walker is the CEO of MHNR Network and host of Mental Health News Radio.

Martha Juchnowski, Rn is a healing facilitator and creator of Source Harmonics, an approach to healing using intuitive spiritual counseling and integrative energy work to guide the individual to discover the healer within and their sacred highest self. She will be a podcaster on Mental Health News Radio Network in the near future. Today she joins Melanie Vann and Kristin Walker on our most popular podcast: Empowered Empaths.The great thing about Martha is that she says it like it is and the "it" she says is tailored to help facilitate the most healing her clients are able to process at any given moment. She has helped hundreds reach new levels of transformation and is what a true healer must be: a steward, a facilitator of the healing that exists within each of us.www.mhnrnetwork.com

A topic we know all too well here at Mental Health News Radio: Eating Disorders. Working with men and women with this challenging disorder was a speciality of our Program Director, Melanie Vann. She joins host Kristin Walker on the show to take a deep dive into binge eating, anorexia, and bulimia. To find out more about Melanie, visit her podcast as www.memiorsofmadness.com. To find out more about Kristin, visit her podcast network at www.mhnrnetwork.com.

Join Dr. Paul Meier, Melanie Vann, and Kristin Walker as they do a special episode with some homework around Who We Really Are. Dr. Paul Meier is the founder of Meier Clinics. He is the author of over 100 books, a practicing psychiatrist, and world renowned speaker. Melanie Vann is the host of Memoirs of Madness and the Program Director for Mental Health News Radio Network.Kristin Sunanta Walker is the founder of MHNR Network, Host of Mental Health News Radio, and CEO of everythingEH

From the Mayo clinic's website: Even the best-behaved children can be difficult and challenging at times. But if your child or teenager has a frequent and persistent pattern of anger, irritability, arguing, defiance or vindictiveness toward you and other authority figures, he or she may have oppositional defiant disorder (ODD). This can carry over into adulthood. Join Dr. Paul Meier, Melanie Vann, and Kristin Walker as they discuss this disorder in children and adults.Dr. Paul Meier is the founder of Meier Clinics. He is the author of over 100 books, a practicing psychiatrist, and world renowned speaker. Melanie Vann is the host of Memoirs of Madness and the Program Director for Mental Health News Radio Network.Kristin Sunanta Walker is the founder of MHNR Network, Host of Mental Health News Radio, and CEO of everythingEHR.

Kristin Walker, Melanie Vann, and Dr. Paul Meier on another round table discussion. This time we talk about grief. What are the 5 stages and how do we practice them? Is there such a thing as "Good Grief"? Kristin Walker, Melanie Vann, and Dr. Paul Meier on another round table discussion about grief. What are the 5 stages and how do we practice or what is "Good Grief"? Dr. Paul Meier is the founder of Meier Clinics, the best selling author of over 100 books, a world renowned speaker, and practicing psychiatrist. Melanie Vann has her masters degree in counseling, is the host of Memoirs of Madness, and Program Director of Mental Health News Radio Network.Kristin Walker is the founder of Mental Health News Radio Network and host of Mental Health News Radio.For more information click here.

Dr. Paul Meier joins Melanie Vann and Kristin Walker to talk about Eating Disorders. Many people don't understand the amount of mental anguish is involved with an eating disorder. We talk about the facts and feelings around the often misunderstood diagnosis.Dr. Paul Meier is the founder of Meier Clinics, the best selling author of over 100 books, world renowned speaker, and practicing psychiatrist. Melanie Vann has her masters degree in counseling, is the host of Memoirs of Madness, and Program Director of Mental Health News Radio Network.Kristin Walker is the founder of Mental Health News Radio Network and host of Mental Health News Radio.For more information click here.

Join Dr. Paul Meier, Melanie Vann, and Kristin Walker for a round table discussion on what it means to live a conscious life - an enlightened life. Dr. Meier is the founder of The Meier Clinics, Best Selling author of over 100 books, and practicing psychiatrist. Dr. Meier's heart lies in helping people all over the world. He is a nationally renowned speaker and has been in many countries throughout the world, including: Israel, Greece, Cuba, Peru, France, Russia, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Turkey.www.meierclinics.com

Join hosts Radhika Iyer and Melanie Vann for an interview with Prabha Sankaranarayan, the President and CEO of Mediators Beyond Borders, www.mediatorsbeyondborders.org, an international non-governmental organization whose mission is to build local skills for peace and promote mediation worldwide.A conflict transformation practitioner who has mediated, facilitated and trained in Europe, Asia, Africa and the USA, her public and private sector work includes conflict analysis for public/private partnerships, consultation & assessment for industrial development zones, design and implementation of trainings for multinational corporations; inter faith dialogues as well as facilitation of multi-stakeholder mediations. Prabha is actively involved in regional, national and international civic activities focused on civil liberties, sexual violence prevention, conflict mitigation & mediation and the recovery & rehabilitation of trauma survivors. She is an Adjunct Professor at Washington and Jefferson College. She trains and delivers presentations (nationally and internationally) on the impact of family and community violence, the intersection of trauma and peacebuilding, restorative justice, conflict resolution, mediation and transitional justice.

Another interesting show with Dr. Paul Meier, Melanie Vann, and Kristin Walker on how to deal with toxic people (energy vampires, narcissists, etc.). We ask the questions: Are we behaving toxically? Is this a difficult time in our own lives and adding stress to the people we love? The answer can definitely be yes for everyone. For most people, however, they are loved through these times because their friends and family realize this is short term. The person is experiencing pain and has a history of going to therapy, working on their issues, and evolving into a more peaceful version of themselves. With some this is a life long pattern with a refusal to take responsibility for their toxic behavior. It's everyone else's fault. It's their depression or other ailments. They are allergic to being at fault and accepting wrong doing. In this case, it is necessary to step away from the relationship especially if it has become abusive. Sometimes letting them go by holding up hard boundaries is the healthiest thing you can do for your own self-care. www.meierclinics.comwww.mhnrnetworks.com

As we join Springbrook Behavioral Health for their annual conference Converge Autism with our podcast it was important to interview Dr. Dave Vigerust, Chief Science Officer of MyGenetx. Our Program Director, Melanie Vann, is intimately familiar with Autism Spectrum Disorder. She and Dr. Vigerust discuss the latest research regarding genetics testing and how MyGenetx is playing a role in Autism Spectrum Disorder research.Dr. Vigerust is a strategic scientist, consultant, teacher, and inventor, particularly in the areas of infectious disease, oncology, genetics, pharmacogenetics (PGx) and immunology. Dr. Vigerust earned his BS degree from the University of Texas at El Paso in Biology and Chemistry, a MS degree in Immunology and Microbiology from Texas Tech University and his Ph.D. in Cellular and Molecular Pathology from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. He completed postdoctoral fellowships in infectious disease first at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and second at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in the Department of Pediatrics. After completing his fellowships in 2009, he joined the faculty of Vanderbilt School of Medicine in the Department of Pathology, Immunology and Microbiology and was concurrently a Health Research Scientist for the U.S Department of Veterans Affairs. Dr. Vigerust currently maintains an Adjunct Assistant Professor position at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in the Department of Neurological Surgery and is Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore School of Pharmacy. In 2014 he joined MyGenetx Clinical Laboratory as the Chief Scientific Officer and directs the scientific and educational missions of the lab.

Dr. Paul Meier - Best selling author, Psychiatrist, and founder of The Meier Clinics joins us for another round table discussion with Melanie Vann and Kristin Walker. This is a follow up show to our widely popular episode about FEAR. This time we discuss our personal fears and how we manage them - overcome them and some we are still working on!www.mhnrnetwork.comwww.meierclinics.com

Join Dr. Paul Meier, Best Sellling Author, Psychiatrist, and founder of www.meierclinics.com joins Melanie Vann and Kristin Sunanta Walker to talk about FEAR. If you live in fear this will drive you further into mental illness and can be toxic for everyone involved in your life (especially YOU!). Dr. Meier brings his compassion and heart to this show right along with our hosts.Learn what a life in fear looks like, what is healthy fear, and how to get the help you need to stop living in a state of constant dread, panic, and fear. www.theclinicalchristian.comwww.mhnrnetwork.com

Dr. Paul Meier, best selling author, psychiatrist, and founder of Meier Clinics joins hosts Melanie Vann and Kristin Sunanta Walker to discuss Dissociative Identity Disorder formerly known as Multiple Personality Disorder. This complex disorder is difficult to diagnose and treat. Join our three hosts for another compelling discussion on Round Table Discussions with Dr. Paul Meier.Dissociative identity disorder (DID), also known as multiple personality disorder is a mental disorder characterized by at least two distinct and relatively enduring personality states. There is often trouble remembering certain events, beyond what would be explained by ordinary forgetfulness. These states alternately show in a person's behavior. Presentations, however, are variable. Associated condition often include borderline personality disorder, post traumatic stress disorder, depression, substance misuse disorder, self-harm, or anxiety.www.meierclinics.comwww.mentalhealthnewsradio.com

Dr. Paul Meier, psychiatrist, best selling author, and founder of The Meier Clinics joins Melanie Vann and Kristin Sunanta Walker to discuss Learned Helplessness. Learned helplessness is behavior typical of a human or an animal and occurs where the subject endures repeatedly painful or otherwise aversive stimuli which it is unable to escape or avoid. After such experience, the organism often fails to learn or accept "escape" or "avoidance" in new situations where such behavior would likely be effective. In other words, the organism learned that it is helpless in situations where there is a presence of aversive stimuli, has accepted that it has lost control, and thus gives up trying. Such an organism is said to have acquired learned helplessness. Learned helplessness theory is the view that clinical depression and related mental illnesses may result from such real or perceived absence of control over the outcome of a situation.www.meierclinics.com

K. Thor Jensen is a writer and cartoonist living in the Pacific Northwest. He has contributed to dozens of prestigious outlets, including PCMag, Tested, Clickhole, and Game Informer. He is currently finishing his second graphic novel, Cloud Stories, which will be released in 2015. Follow him on Twitter @kthorjensen.He joins Melanie Vann to discuss caregiver burnout, diabetes, and his journey with mental health struggles. 

Dr. Paul Meier of www.meierclinics.com joins us for our weekly round table discussion with Kristin Walker and Melanie Vann on mental health burnout. Dr. Meier is a practicing psychiatrist, best-selling author, and the founder of Meier Clinics not for profit mental health agencies across the United States.Melanie Vann is the Program Director of Mental Health News Radio Network. She has her masters degree of counseling in psychology. Kristin Sunanta Walker is the CEO of Mental Health News Radio Network and everythingEHR.www.mhnrnetwork.com

Dr. Paul Meier - Author, Speaker, Psychiatrist, and founder of www.meierclinics.com joins Melanie Vann and Kristin Walker for an important discussion about aging and mental health. It's a difficult road for many adult children as they see their parents memory lapses become more prevalent. If Alzheimer's disease and dementia are the known cause of other family members deaths, this is of greater concern for both the aging parents and their children. There is much to be understood. Some family members become hostile, angry, and difficult to help as they struggle with mental health complications due to aging and genetics. Dr. Meier, Melanie, and Kristin take this show to a deeper level discussing mental health at any age. Join us for an inspiring conversation about death, aging, and honoring the process.

Long needed Empowered Empath show about highly sensitive children with Melanie Vann and our Co-Editor in Chief, Emily Rose Parker. We've been waiting for Emily to join us on the show and she'll now be a regular. They discuss signs of highly empathic children which is necessary in order for parents to determine if their child is highly sensitive. We'll have this discussion again because it helps those of us who were highly empathic children understand our childhoods and release some of the possible shame we experienced for simply being who we were. 

Dr. Paul Meier, Psychiatrist, Best Selling Author, and founder of www.meierclinics.com joins Melanie Vann and guest host Molly Messer to discuss mental health care during the holiday season.

Dr. Paul Meier joins Melanie Vann and Kristin Walker to discuss the current climate in America and abroad around sexual harassment. Paul is the founder of Meier Clinics, a practicing psychiatrist, and best selling author. He shares his wisdom yet again with us about the unveiling of an epidemic that has been going on for hundreds of years.www.meierclinics.com

Shahida Arabi joins podcaster Melanie Vann of www.memiorsofmadness.com and host Kristin Walker to discuss the #metoo movement and how triggering but necessesary it is to talk about rape culture. It's being dismantled and we've been targeted, harrassed, maligned, and revictimized for talking about it. But - #nowisthetime. We give thanks to the millions of women whose shoulders we stand upon in order to use our voices.Shahida is a graduate of Columbia University graduate school and is the author of three #1 Amazon Bestsellers. Her bestselling books include The Smart Girl's Guide to Self-Care, a #1 Bestseller in Women's Personal Growth and Becoming the Narcissist's Nightmare, which was featured as a #1 Amazon bestseller in three different categories and has been a #1 Amazon Bestseller in Personality Disorders for 12 consecutive months after its release. Her new book, POWER: Surviving and Thriving After Narcissistic Abuse, was also featured as a #1 Amazon Bestseller in Applied Psychology.Her interests include psychology, sociology, education, gender studies and mental health advocacy. She studied English Literature and Psychology as an undergraduate student at NYU, where she graduated summa cum laude and was President of its National Organization for Women (NOW) chapter. Her viral blog entries, "Five Powerful Ways Abusive Narcissists Get Inside Your Head," and "20 Diversion Tactics Highly Manipulative Narcissists, Sociopaths and Psychopaths Use to Silence You" have been shared worldwide and her work has been endorsed and shared by numerous clinical psychologists, mental health practitioners, bestselling authors, and award-winning bloggers.

Join Dr. Paul Meier, best selling author, psychiatrist, and founder of www.meierclinics.com with Melanie Vann and Kristin Walker as we talk about the ups and downs of success. The definition of success is different for each person. The best way to get there is to know it's a journey of ups and downs: probably more down times. Those "failures" teach us how to be grateful for every small step towards success we take on our journey. Dr. Paul Meier has known celebrity, wealth, recognition and yet he's turned down many offers to instead focus on charitable works. Sometimes the road paved in gold is the last road you should take when it comes to long term success. Thanks for joining us!

How many of you have felt triggered reading and hearing about the Harvey Weinstein allegations? Many of our listeners have. We have. We support the #metoo movement spearheaded by actress Alyssa Milano and have a very powerful discussion with host Kristin Sunanta Walker, Melanie Vann, and Melissa Richards about sexual misconduct and abuse. We've learned that while the abuser and society may wish to paint those who come forward as people who:Can't seem to "move on" or "let things go"Are vitriolicAre unfairAre "crazy"Are only womenThis is simply not the case. Uncomfortable topics need to be discussed. Every victim and then survivor of sexual harassment has their own journey to recovery. As you evolve, your voice and understanding of what you experienced changes. It does not disappear. Being quiet supports the abuser not the abused. It also supports those who enable and act as accomplices to the abusers.This is not gender specific.The days of "men are just men" are over.For Good.Thank you for joining us on this poignant and deeply personal show.www.mentalhealthnewsradio.com 

Dr. Paul Meier joins Melanie Vann and Kristin Walker to discuss the impact that alcohol has on our lives. How abuse of alcohol affects your brain chemistry and what constitutes drinking too much. What is an alcoholic and what kinds of treatment are available that actually work.Dr. Meier is the founder of www.meierclinics.com and the author of over 80 books. He joins us each week to help our listeners navigate the world of psychology and psychiatry. www.mhnrnetwork.com

Join counselors Melanie Vann and Melissa Richards with host Kristin Sunanta Walker discussing how highly empathic individuals end up walking on eggshells while navigating relationships. Loose editing on this one as we really bare our souls and get into the muck of emotional mortar fire. How do we identify these patterns early on and decide whether or not we want to engage.The shows where we are steeped in our own vulnerability are always the most downloaded. This is one of those shows.www.mhnrnetwork.comwww.mentalhealthnewsradio.com

Join counselors Melanie Vann and Melissa Richards with host Kristin Walker on a powerful show about chaos, drama, squeaky wheels, and being ultra responsible for IT ALL. Is codependency the "blame" for all that ails you or is it something more? Negative relationships require participation from all sides but we can choose how much of our emotional capital is used to defuse people and the drama they create, including our own dramatics! Pay attention the quiet ones that enter your field of experience and learn to share yourself with those that don't bring chaos and histrionics into your life. www.mhnrnetwork.com 

Dr. Paul Meier of www.meierclinics.com joins counselor Melanie Vann and host Kristin Walker to discuss psychiatric medication. There is so much debate and stigma around medication for mental health. We talk about the medications we three take with absolute candor. Are supplements a necessary part of your regimen for mental wellness? Absolutely. We talk about this as well. Join us for a refreshing conversation about why medication management is imperative for many of us and that it's okay to talk about it.www.mentalhealthnewsradio.com

Dr. Paul Meier joins us once again for a discussion around healing after a natural disaster. He joins first responder, Stephen Kavalkavich, of Rescue the Rescuer podcast, Melanie Vann and Kristin Walker on this special show dedicated to everyone affected by Hurricane Harvey and the subsequent flooding in August of 2017.Dr. Meier is a resident of Dallas and was safely out of danger but discussed the many times he has worked as first responder in his career as a psychiatrist. We invited Stephen to join us as he spent many, many years working as a paramedic. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the residents of Houston, Texas and to all of the first responders handling this crisis.www.rescuetherescuer.comwww.meierclinics.comwww.mhnrnetwork.com

Dr. Paul Meier of www.meierclinics.com joins the crew to discuss what leadership is all about. Join counselor Melanie Vann and host Kristin Walker as they discuss with Paul the qualities that make an effective leader including the necessary mistakes along the way. Great show for long time CEO's and entrepreneurs who've been through the trenches.www.meierclinics.com

Join counselors Melanie Vann and Melissa Richards with host Kristin Sunanta Walker as they talk about Fantasy Island. Is this really where you want to live? How do highly empathic people find themselves dwelling there and how narcissists weave a web of deceit and at all costs, including YOU, will defend their island. How and when do we "split" from reality in order to survive trauma? When does this become a crutch and unhealthy as an adult. What is the difference between being wounded and being proud, entitled, and arrogant?We cover it all and have some fun while we are doing it. Enjoy the show. 

Join Dr. Paul Meier, practicing psychiatrist, best-selling author, and founder of www.meierclinics.com with counselor Melanie Vann, and host Kristin Walker about the generational trauma and family systems. One of our best shows with Dr. Meier as we discuss the complex dynamics within family systems and how trauma can be perpetuated throughout generations.www.mentalhealthnewsradio.com

Join Dr. Paul Meier, practicing psychiatrist, best-selling author, and founder of www.meierclinics.com with counselor Melanie Vann and host Kristin Walker about the different states of our consciousness. It doesn't get deeper than this and we handle the subject as gently as possible. Each of us brings our own levels of awareness to the forefront.www.mentalhealthnewsradio.com

Join the discussion with counselors Melanie Vann and Melissa Richards and host Kristin Sunanta Walker as they discuss how trauma bonds are formed. Imperative to know when you've been hooked and how to begin to move out of those toxic relationships.  www.mhnrnetwork.com

Dr. Paul Meier joins counselor Melanie Vann and host Kristin Sunanta Walker to talk about Love Addiction. What is it? Is it a symptom of codependency? Real life and clinical examples shared between our guests on this powerful show. www.meierclinics.comwww.mhnrnetwork.com

Our friend and guest on the show, Shahida Arabi, inspired this podcast. Her articles on Daughters of Narcissistic Fathers can be found here. Definitely a trigger warning for listeners - be prepared prior to listening to this one with counselors Melanie Vann and Melissa Richards joined by host Kristin Sunanta Walker.We highly recommend you visit Shahida's website. 

Dr. Paul Meier joins counselor Melanie Vann and host Kristin Sunanta Walker to take the World Health Organization's test on ADD and ADHD. We all take the test LIVE on the show. We share our scores. What medication can help and what this diagnosis means are vital to all of us so affected. www.meierclinics.comwww.mhnrnetwork.comhttps://add.org/adhd-test/

Another great discussion with Dr. Paul Meier, counselor Melanie Vann, author Johnnie Calloway, and host Kristin Sunanta Walker about Bipolar Disorder. Hear from clinicians and real, lived experience with this often misunderstood diagnosis. A timely and authentic discussion about how this disorder is diagnosed and treated.www.meierclinics.comwww.mhnrnetwork.comwww.morphintoanewyou.com 

Eating disorders are widely misunderstood and yet they effect all races and all genders.This is a global epidemic that has been ravaging people for centuries.Two counselors, Shari Botwin and Melanie Vann, join host Kristin Walker for a very intimate conversation about treatment, our personal histories, and how misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and mistreated people are that suffer from this lifelong problem. Recovery takes on many forms over the course of someone's life. Certainly Western culture plays its negative role but this a problem all over the world.Melanie Vann is the Program Director for Mental Health News Radio. For more information about Melanie click here.Kristin Walker is the host of Mental Health News Radio and Founder of MHNRNetwork.com.Shari Botwin, LCSW has been counseling survivors of trauma and abuse for over 20 years. She has given expert testimony on most major news outlets and will be featured in a documentary later this year on healing from sexual trauma. She is working on her second book, Conquering Trauma. Through the years she has witnessed patients go from surviving to thriving into a full life. The Role of an Eating Disorder in Staying Stuck in Trauma - Monte Nidohttp://www.montenido.com/2017/05/18/the-role-of-an-eating-disorder-in-staying-stuck-in-trauma/www.sharibotwin.com

Join Counselors Melissa Richards and Melanie Vann with host Kristin Sunanta Walker as they discuss Emotional Responsibility. Touchy subject but we've had a lot of emails lately about flirting, dating, relationships, and emotional maturity.Keeping it real as always!www.mhnrnetwork.comwww.mentalhealthnewsradio.com 

Dr. Paul Meier joins us again on Mental Health News Radio to talk about Perfectionism and Obssesive Compulsive Disorder. There are three types and Paul with counselor Melanie Vann and Host Kristin Walker discuss the link between OCD and the need to be perfect.www.meierclinics.comwww.mhnrnetwork.com

Highly sensitive beings can have a tendency to see the world through rose colored glasses. It's a measure of safety, naivete (sometimes), but also a gift. Seeing the best in others when we aren't well boundaried can lead us down roads where we end up in trauma. Many toxic people count on us wearing those glasses and keeping them foggy. We cover a lot of ground on this show with our original trio of Melanie Vann, Melissa Richards, and Kristin Walker. The message is simple though - wear those glasses proudly, just remember to keep the lenses clear. www.mentalhealthnewsradio.com

Dr. Paul Meier of www.meierclinics.com joins us again for a round table discussion with Melanie Vann and Kristin Walker about living a life of love which includes loving yourself! One of his many best selling books is Windows of the Soul: A Look at Dreams and Their Meanings spearheaded today's discussion. We talk about our own dreams, as well as, share some clinical perspective on how to analyze them. We also talk about how to graciously accept yourself and how that opens the door to a lot more love in your life!To listen to more of our shows with Dr. Meier visit us here.