MENTAL HEALTH BYTES

Send us Fan Mail on Mental Health Bytes, Rah and Dr. Tash sit down with Meghan Pulles, a powerful singer and storyteller whose music is rooted in healing, faith, and emotional truth. Meghan opens up about the moments that shaped her, the pain she carried, and how she turned her trauma into a mission to help others feel seen and understood. This conversation goes deep into the emotional and spiritu...

Send us Fan Mail  This week on Trauma Talk Thursday, Rah — Mr. Trauma Talks — sits down one‑on‑one with Dr. Stephen Paul Edwards, a board‑certified psychiatrist whose work in trauma, emotional wellness, and community mental health has changed countless lives. Unlike his appearance on Mental Health Bytes, this episode puts the spotlight directly on him — his story, his journey, his truth, and the h...

Send us Fan Mail  This week on Mental Health Bytes, hosts Rahul K. Maharaj (Mr. Trauma Talks) and Dr. Tash Reddy sit down with Dr. Stephen Paul Edwards, an international speaker, author, and spiritual counselor whose work bridges emotional healing, spiritual alignment, and personal transformation. Originally from Blackpool, UK and now based in Florida, Dr. Edwards brings decades of business experi...

Send us Fan Mail Paul Anthony from the legendary group Full Force sits down with Rah "Mr. Trauma Talks" for a raw and powerful conversation about his life, his music, and his healing. Paul opens up about surviving cancer, the spiritual and emotional journey that changed him, and the strength he found through family, faith, and purpose. He takes us back to singing on the streets at age 12...

Send us Fan Mail Understanding Love, Trust, and Emotional Disorders This week on Mental Health Bytes, Rah MrTraumaTalks sits down with trauma informed empowerment voice Dr Tash Reddy for a powerful conversation about betrayal, emotional wounds, and how certain mental health conditions can complicate relationships and trust. Betrayal cuts deep. Whether it comes from partners, family, or friends, th...

Send us Fan Mail  Mental Health Bytes, hosts Rah (Mr. Trauma Talks) and Dr. Tash Reddy sit down with Sharyn Nichols, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Life Guide with over 30 years of experience in emotional wellness, trauma‑informed healing, and holistic mental health. Sharyn works with high‑functioning people who appear strong and capable on the outside but silently struggle with ov...

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Send us Fan Mail  In this powerful episode of Mental Health Bytes, Dr. Tash and Rah (MrTraumaTalks) sit down with the incredible Dr. Jennifer Paweleck‑Bellingrodt — “Dr. Jen” — a licensed clinical psychologist, former Army psychologist, author, speaker, and unapologetic truth‑teller. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Jen has helped thousands of people break through trauma, betrayal, indecision...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Mental Health Bytes, Rah MrTraumaTalks returns with Part 2 of an unforgettable conversation with Yvonne Chotzen — award winning Hollywood television movie producer, attorney, and storytelling strategist. In Part 1, we uncovered the power of narrative. In Part 2, we go deeper. This episode explores what happens after you recognize your story. How do you own it? How do...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Mental Health Bytes, Rah MrTraumaTalks is joined by award winning Hollywood television movie producer and attorney Yvonne Chotzen alongside trauma informed empowerment voice Dr Tash Reddy for a powerful conversation on storytelling, identity, and personal transformation. Yvonne Chotzen brings her unique expertise from both the legal world and Hollywood production to r...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Mental Health Bytes, hosts Dr. Aninda Sidhana and Rah MrTraumaTalks welcome Jeanette Bass Trigo, MSW, a Grief and Purpose Coach, End of Life Care Coach, and devoted advocate for healing through faith, compassion, and storytelling. Jeanette’s work is rooted in lived experience. Her journey into grief advocacy began in childhood after the loss of her grandfather, the fa...

Send us Fan Mail Mental Health Bytes – Human Rights Day Special with Dr. Aninda Sidhana and Rah MrTraumaTalks This week on Mental Health Bytes, Rah MrTraumaTalks opens the episode with a powerful reminder: “Mental health is not a luxury. It is a human right. And every single person deserves to feel seen, heard, understood, and protected.” With those words, he sets the tone for one of the most impa...

Send us Fan Mail Meet This Week’s Guest on Mental Health Bytes: Vibhu Kashyap This week on Mental Health Bytes, we are joined by the brilliant Vibhu Kashyap — a director, writer, and creative strategist whose work has helped reshape India’s storytelling landscape. Based in Mumbai and originally from Allahabad, Vibhu built his career from the ground up, arriving in the city without a safety net and...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Mental Health Bytes, hosts Dr. Aninda Sidhana and RAH (Mr. Trauma Talks) welcome the mesmerizing SueZee Finley, known by RAH as The Sound Empress, a healer who transforms energy through the profound language of sound. SueZee is the founder of Acoustic Therapeutics, a premier sound therapy practice in Long Island, New York, where she helps people rediscover peace, clar...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Mental Health Bytes*, hosts **Dr. Aninda Sidhana* and *RAH (Mr. Trauma Talks)* sit down with a true pioneer of inclusion and healing, **Umang Sheth**, a trailblazer whose life’s mission has been to build spaces of acceptance, courage, and love within the LGBTQ+ community. With nearly 25 years of advocacy, Umang has transformed thousands of lives as the **Founder of Ga...

Send us Fan Mail Healthtech meets heartbeat.   In this special edition of Mental Health Bytes, host Dr. Aninda Sidhana brings curiosity to a conversation with guest Dr. Sidhesh Phaldessai, senior psychiatrist and innovator from Auckland.   Together they explore how empathy and narrative can weave patient stories into meaningful insights — opening space for care that is both efficient and profoundl...

Send us Fan Mail In this deeply heartfelt episode of Mental Health Bytes , hosts Dr. Aninda Sidhana and RAH (Mr. Trauma Talks) open up a transformative conversation about what it truly means to love, forgive, and heal both emotionally and spiritually. Together, they explore how judgment from others and ourselves creates invisible layers of mental stress that keep us from experiencing peace and con...

Send us Fan Mail This Week on Mental Health Bytes | Featuring Ambassador Dr. Monica Sánchez This week on Mental Health Bytes, hosts Dr. Aninda Sidhana and RAH (Mr. Trauma Talks) welcome a global force for change — Ambassador Dr. Monica Sánchez, an internationally recognized human rights advocate, humanitarian, and founder of the Miss Caricom International Foundation (MCIF), an NGO with consultativ...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Mental Health Bytes , hosts Dr. Aninda Sidhana and RAH (Mr. Trauma Talks) sit down with the remarkable Ishaa Vinod Chopra — author, artist, and mental health advocate whose journey is a testament to the strength of the human spirit. As the author of Finding Order in Disorder , Ishaa opens her heart about living with bipolar disorder , surviving domestic abuse , and di...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Lisa Christie-Betha is a powerhouse of transformation, faith, and toxin-free living. Crowned Mrs. America 1997–1998 and later Mrs. NY United States, she blends artistry, wellness, and leadership into her life’s mission. As a former pro cheerleader, dancer, fitness expert featured on Dr. Phil and The Doctors, and creator of The Cross Fit Show, Lisa has inspired thousands to emb...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we are tackling one of the most difficult yet essential conversations: Suicide. Join Dr. Aninda Sidhana, esteemed psychiatrist, and host RAH as they break the silence around this deeply important topic. Together, they will explore: The warning signs and risk factors often missed How stigma prevents open conversations The role of trauma, isolation, and mental illness in...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we welcome Manny Bains Award-winning author, actor, filmmaker, and success strategist onto Mental Health Bytes. Manny is the mind behind Master Your Universe and Switch, as well as the creator of the acclaimed documentary Break FREE, which explores how people can reclaim their time, money, and freedom. In this episode, Manny opens up about the connection between mental...

Send us Fan Mail This week, esteemed psychiatrist Dr. Aninda Sidhana joins host RAH to tackle a topic that too often remains in the shadows: Men’s Mental Health. From societal pressures to “man up,” to the silent toll of unspoken emotions, this conversation will uncover: The unique challenges men face in seeking mental health support How cultural expectations shape emotional wellbeing Common yet o...

Send us Fan Mail Your Trauma Talks" proudly presents a new series offering expert guidance on mental wellness. 🧠✨ Join esteemed psychiatrist Dr. Aninda Sidhana on the "MENTAL HEALTH BYTES" Talk Show Podcast! This series offers a rare and valuable opportunity to gain professional, evidence-based insights into mental health. Alongside RAH, Dr. Sidhana will be demystifying various di...

Send us Fan Mail "Your Trauma Talks" proudly presents another powerful episode of the "MENTAL HEALTH BYTES" Talk Show Podcast! This week, join esteemed psychiatrist Dr. Aninda Sidhana and host RAH as they delve into a critical and often misunderstood topic: Narcissistic Abuse and Gender Equality. Together, they’ll unpack the psychological impact of narcissistic relationships, e...