Bring On The Mess! TM

In this episode of Bring on the Mess, Beth Anne Dorman, CEO of For All Seasons, and Lesa Mulcahy, Chief Clinical Officer, dive into the complexities of teen mental health. With summer in full swing, they discuss the importance of balancing structure and spontaneity, and how moments of laughter and connection can be vital for both parents and teens. Beth Anne and Lesa also explore the differences b...

In this episode of Bring on the Mess, Beth Anne Dorman, CEO of For All Seasons, and Lesa Mulcahy, Chief Clinical Officer, dive deep into the complexities of clinical depression. They unravel common misconceptions and explore the difference between episodic and persistent depression. Through their discussion, they emphasize understanding depression's clinical criteria, the role of the DSM-5, a...

In this episode of Bring on the Mess, Beth Anne Dorman, CEO, and Lesa Lee-Mulcahy, Chief Clinical Officer at For All Seasons, explore the matter of financial stress and mental health. They share personal stories and insights, highlighting how financial challenges affect individuals across all socioeconomic backgrounds. From managing debt to navigating unexpected expenses, they discuss the emotiona...

In this episode of "Bring on the Mess," Beth Anne Dorman, Lisa Mulcahy, and Lauren Weber from For All Seasons engage in a candid discussion about parenting, emotions, and the insights gained from the Pixar films "Inside Out" and its sequel “Inside Out 2.” They explore how vividly these movies portray the complexities of emotions—joy, anger, disgust, fear, and sadness in the fir...

In this episode of the "Bring on the Mess" podcast, guest Dr. Sabrina N’Diaye joins For All Seasons host Lauren Weber for an insightful conversation. With rich experiences in trauma response, community mental health, and addiction treatment, Sabrina discusses her focus on supporting black women in healing from various challenges. She highlights the importance of addressing shame, forgive...

In this episode of "Bring on the Mess," hosts Beth Anne Dorman, CEO of For All Seasons, and Lesa Lee Mulcahy, Chief Clinical Officer, dive into the complex emotion of anger. With their characteristic honesty and humor, they explore the causes and effects of anger, both internally and externally, stressing the importance of understanding anger's triggers and the need to differentiate...

In this episode of Bring on the Mess, Beth Anne Dorman, CEO, and Lesa Lee Mulcahy, Chief Clinical Officer at For All Seasons, continue to discuss Sexual Assault Awareness Month. They tackle the myths surrounding sexual assault and shed light on the truths often obscured by common misconceptions. From debunking the myth that a spouse cannot commit sexual assault to exploring the complexities of vic...

In this episode of Bring on the Mess, Beth Anne Dorman, CEO, and Lesa Lee Mulcahy, Chief Clinical Officer at For All Seasons, delve into the essence of mental health during Mental Health Awareness Month. They explore the aspects of emotional, psychological, and social well-being, dissecting the nuances between day-to-day struggles and diagnosable mental health conditions. Throughout their discussi...

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Beth Anne Dorman and Leesa Lee of For All Seasons, Inc. discuss the vulnerability of victims of sexual assault, the stigma, and how we can support them.

Join hosts Beth Ann Dorman, CEO at For All Seasons, and Lesa Lee, Chief Clinical Officer, as they welcome Dr. Jeff Thompson, a retired NYPD detective and mental health and wellness expert. Together, they dig into the challenges faced by first responders, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging life's mess while finding positive coping mechanisms. Dr. Thompson shares his extensive experien...

Join hosts Beth Ann Dorman, CEO at For All Seasons, and Lesa Lee, Chief Clinical Officer, as they discuss how important it is to be kind and attentive in conversations with those who may have differing opinions from yours.  They discuss how to actively listen to others rather than be not in the moment because of your own thoughts and opinions. Each of them relay personal experiences of conversatio...

In the episode of Bring on the Mess! TM, Beth Anne Dorman and Leesa Lee discuss how important it is to help our children learn to navigate relationships inside and outside of their home and family.  They discuss guiding them through forming and nurturing those relationships wether it be at school, or in other outside activities and how important it is to set good examples for their children in our...

In the “Moving Through Times of Loss and Sadness Together” podcast, Dorman and Lee share how the holidays can be a sad time for many people. Suicide is a reality that is happening across the country and has happened in our own community this past month. Depression, anxiety, grief, stress, and feeling alone, sad, lost . . . we all have experienced these things. Mental health touches every single on...

In this episode of "Bring on the Mess," hosts Beth Ann Dorman and Lisa Lee, CEO and Chief Clinical Officer at For All Seasons, engage in a candid conversation about self-harm. Acknowledging the sensitivity of the topic, they emphasize the importance of real conversations and share strategies for understanding and addressing self-harm. Lisa, a licensed social worker with over 26 years of...

In preparing for the holidays, Chief Clinical Officer Lesa Lee, and For All Seasons CEO Beth Ann Dorman want to share a special Bring on the Mess!™ podcast to help listeners understand and foster connection in their lives. Lee and Dorman discuss how we can connect during the holiday season - touching on both the warmth of festive interactions and the challenges faced by those for whom the holidays...

In this episode of Bring on the Mess, hosts Beth Ann Dorman and Lesa Lee discuss various aspects of the holiday season, including the importance of adjusting expectations, flexibility, and communication when it comes to family gatherings. They also encourage listeners to reflect on what brings them joy during the holidays and how they can create meaningful traditions and connections with loved one...

In this episode of "Bring on the Mess," hosts Beth Ann Dorman and Lisa Lee delve into a critical topic – the mental health of senior citizens – with guest, Childlene Brooks, the manager of the Tolbert County Senior Center. Aging can bring challenges like the loss of independence, diminished physical ability, and social isolation, which often lead to feelings of neglect in conversations a...

In this episode of "Bring on the Mess," hosts Beth Ann Dorman and Lisa Lee address the crucial and sensitive topic of suicide prevention during Suicide Awareness Month. They emphasize the importance of open conversations and community involvement in raising awareness about this local, national, and global issue. The hosts share alarming statistics, discuss the impact of media on youth, a...

Food is one of the most basic necessities for life. Every day we eat several meals, and rarely do we consider anything beyond the taste. Yet the relationship we have with food is unique in its ability to affect how we interact with other people in addition to how we perceive ourselves. Eating habits are one of the most important aspects of physical health in addition to mental health. Many eating...

For All Seasons Chief Financial Officer Tina Jones joins the podcast to discuss the tough questions surrounding LGBTQA mental health and share personal experiences of what members of the community experience. Tina addresses the rise in mental health issues within the community, the importance of discussing with and listening to children who identify as LGBTQA, and what resources and communities ar...

For All Seasons CEO Beth Anne Langrell and Chief Clinical Officer Lesa Lee sit down with author Michelle Bolden Hammond to discuss the topic of mental health stigma within the black community, and how organizations work to break down the barriers for people needing help. They address the notion of trust and building trust as it relates to individuals and communities. Hammond elaborates on how it t...

Dealing with grief is one often of the hardest mental struggles people go through. Reactions to grief can vary wildly, and there is no set time frame for the grieving process making it a unique experience for every person. The need for connection, compassion, and understanding is greater than ever during times of grief, and many people are unprepared for dealing with a traumatic event that causes...

During the summertime, kids get to hang out with their friends and enjoy the freedom from structured school hours. However, it's important to maintain a sense of structure during this time. In a conversation with For All Seasons CEO Beth Anne Dorman and Chief Clinical Officer Lesa Lee, they discuss the need for children to have a balanced schedule that includes screen time, socializing, and a...

This special episode of Bring on the Mess features Dr. Dan Hughes discussing his program for treating reactive detachment disorder called Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy. Dr. Hughes developed this method of therapy after years of working with young children who experienced trauma and were unable to develop trusting relationships with parents or adults. For All Seasons Chief Clinical Officer Les...

Many people talk about Mental Health and loosely use the term mental illness to define a wide range of negative feelings. Beth Anne Dorman and Lesa Lee discuss how Mental Illness is a clinically defined condition with criteria and how mental health is the general practice of maintaining a balance of well-being characteristics. Tune it to learn what mental health is, how it needs to be exercised ev...