The Say More Podcast

Welcome back to the Say More Podcast! In the final episode of Season 1, Sarah Ozycz, MS, LMFT is joined by an inspiring guest, Chris Maliszewski. In this episode, Chris shares his experience as a mass shooting survivor and the impact this traumatic event had on his life. We explore what supports and resources were vital to his healing journey, the value of connection with others who have similar l...

Welcome back to the Say More Podcast! In this episode, Sarah Ozycz, MS, LMFT is joined by a wonderful guest, Laurie Power-Leblanc. In this episode, Laurie shares her journey from retirement to becoming a children's author, the importance of routine and reading for children's mental health, and how simple activities can foster well-being and resilience. We explore the literacy crisis currently faci...

Welcome back to the Say More Podcast! In this episode, Sarah Ozycz, MS, LMFT is joined by an inspiring guest, sexual assault survivor and advocate, Steve Peacock. Steve shares his story as a childhood sexual assault survivor, and how this experience shaped his sense of self and his own mental health. Steve bravely disclosed, in his 20's and in his 50's, what was done to him. He details a connectio...

Welcome back to the Say More Podcast! In this episode, Sarah Ozycz, MS, LMFT is joined by a relentless mental health advocate and inspiring guest, Jim Maley. Jim shares his story playing basketball at the college level, the impact depression had on his basketball career, and how he turned his story of struggle, strength and resilience into hope for others. Jim now speaks publicly about his mental...

Welcome back to the Say More Podcast! In this episode, Sarah Ozycz, MS, LMFT is joined by her former work mom and best friend, Risa Cohen, a retired addiction and detox registered nurse. Risa shares her career in nursing, specifically in the addictions field providing medication for those who struggled with substance use disorders. We explore myths, insights, lessons learned, and she shares her me...

Welcome back to the Say More Podcast! In this episode, Sarah is joined by another fantastic guest, David Duff, who shares his journey navigating a layoff, fatherhood and how he challenges toxic masculinity culture. He explores what resources have been helpful in managing his mental health and the importance of connecting with community. Trigger warning: death of a pet is discussed. Host Bio:  Sara...

Welcome back to the Say More Podcast! In this episode, Sarah Ozycz, MS, LMFT is joined by an incredible guest, Jessy Bouchard, a United States Navy veteran. We explore his transition to civilian life, his journey with mental health and substance use, and his life today in recovery. Jessy shares his pathway to service connection, his message for other service members and veterans impacted by mental...

Welcome back to the Say More Podcast! In this episode, Sarah Ozycz, MS, LMFT is joined by a guest, Jeff, who shares his journey with mental health, his relationship with substances and his life now in long term recovery. He explores why it might be difficult for men to share openly about behavioral health and his greatest outlet for sobriety. This is an episode you don't want to miss! Trigger warn...

Welcome to the Say More Podcast! In this episode, Sarah introduces you to the Say More Podcast, her professional background, the mission of the podcast, and why she created this space. Her mission is simple, to destigmatize behavioral health and the conversations around it. This space is where mental health meets real life, where real people come together to connect and understand that behavioral...