From Mayhem To Mindset With Dr. Laura

If there is one thing that Italians are known for (besides the Mafia!), it's food! So what does it take to convert your Nonna's recipes to align with a vegan lifestyle? Enter Danny Costanzo, owner of Plant Based Mafia, a vegan restaurant in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. After a significant health scare, Danny decided to overhaul his diet and create a restaurant where individuals who are committed t...

MA, Ph. D, Psy. D WTF? What's it like to really chase your dream of becoming a Psychologist? Tune in as Dr. Laura Ellick goes back in time to reveal what she wished she knew before jumping into the 8 year process of becoming a Licensed Psychologist. Let's overanalyze the choice to delay gratification, rack up student loan debt, and throw self care out the window....all due to a passion for helping...

There are 206 excellent reasons to think about building bone BEFORE peri menopause and menopause. Joining me is Mayhem's favorite Physician Associate Margarita Murphy from OneLife Health And Performance. Prior to entering the longevity medicine field, Margarita worked in orthopedics and knows way more than "the leg bone's connected to the hip bone." Listen in as Margarita discusses bone health acr...

RERUN EPISODE Infidelity, cheating, stepping out—we probably all know someone who has experienced betrayal in a relationship, but what actually drives the behavior? In this encore presentation of one of our most thought-provoking episodes, life coach, writer, and educator Dani Murrell joins the conversation to share her personal experience with infidelity and the complex emotions, circumstances, a...

It's always really cool when you run into someone who has a similar passion....enter Sarah Starkoff Green who hosts her own podcast, "The Menopause Playbook" Sarah kindly sat down for a spontaneous conversation about all things menopause related, including the importance of educating men about this change of life. While menopause is a "natural" phase, the symptoms are painful, distressing and life...

If you've spent any time in the eating disorder field, you will recognize the name Jessica Setnick, MS, RD CEDS-C. Jessica spent many years developing evidence based treatment protocols and educating professionals about the role of dieticians in eating disorder recovery. In addition to being an author and speaker, Jessica is the founder of IFEDD (The International Federation of Eating Disorder Die...

In this episode of From Mayhem to Mindset, Dr. Laura Ellick sits down with professional boxer Jean Hollow Tip Gabriel to explore his inspiring journey from collegiate football to the boxing ring. Jean Hollow shares how discipline, perseverance, and an unshakable mindset helped him overcome challenges and succeed in one of the toughest sports in the world. He opens up about the mental side of boxin...

Most people become confused by words and phrases such as "on the spectum," "neurodivergent," or AuDHD, partcularly as more and more children and adults are being diagnosed with ADHD and autism spectrum disorders. Enter Tara McDonnell, LCSW, RPT-S and therapist Sami Wallshein, both of whom are devoted to early diagnosis and intervention. Tara recently founded The Neurodiversity Circle in order to g...

What happens when a loved one is struggling with mental health or addiction in Florida and refuses help? What is the difference between a Baker Act, Marchman Act, and guardianship? Join Florida Attorney Mark Astor as he educates us on the multiple ways families can help a relative in need of treatment. We'll discuss the pros and cons of legal intervention and explore the ethical issues that arise,...

MA, Ph. D, Psy. D WTF? What's it like to really chase your dream of becoming a Psychologist? Tune in as Dr. Laura Ellick goes back in time to reveal what she wished she knew before jumping into the 8 year process of becoming a Licensed Psychologist. Let's overanalyze the choice to delay gratification, rack up student loan debt, and throw self care out the window....all due to a passion for helping...

Susan Block, LMFT works every day with couples who are trying to recover from infidelity. Listen in as Susan and Dr. Laura discuss the biggest challenges in working with couples AND how you can tell whether a relationship is going to work or not. Her many years as a private practice therapist running her own business gave Susan a special look into the mindset of a business owner--so much so that s...

Nobody knows the power of transformation more than a personal trainer. But Tim Kassouf (aka timstagramcpt on IG) is more than just a personal trainer. Tim knows what it is like to lose everything, to do the soul searching, and to start over from nothing. Listen in as Tim discusses the role of mindset in his journey from substance use, disordered eating, and low self-esteem to a life in which he ha...

What makes successful individuals lose everything to substance use? Addiction isn’t about weakness. It’s about patterns—dopamine, secrecy, reinforcement, shame—and the temporary relief that keeps the cycle going, even when the consequences are massive. Join Dr. Laura and Tim Roberto, CAC, RCP as they speak about the desire to escape discomfort and how a maladaptive coping strategy can blossom into...

College athletes are a special breed: they eat, sleep, and breathe their sport, AND need to attend class and get good grades. They are there to play, but what happens when an injury derails that process? Join me as guest athlete Owen Ellick discusses finding his passion and pursuing college lacrosse at SUNY Geneseo. Owen will recount the details of his ACL injury and demonstrate how he navigated t...

It's not uncommon for people to underestimate the extent to which trauma has affected every aspect of life--until it can no longer be ignored. Listen in as Glenn Derby discusses how trauma influenced his relationships, his addiction, and even his life in the NFL. Once Glenn recognized his own CPTSD and sought help, it allowed him the ability to move fully into a purpose driven life. www. GlennDerb...

We know that pre teen and adolescent girls face struggles ranging from depression to eating disorders to bullying. But how do we help these young women take back their lives? Enter Mindy Hanken, MSW, Executive Director of The Pace Center for Girls. Providing young women with stable, consistent education, emotional and therapeutic support, and the life skills needed to succeed are keys to empowerin...

Not many people can say they survived not one, but TWO World Trade Center bombings. Dave Mahler is one of those individuals. He then had to face his own addiction and the loss of his daughter to substance use disorder as well. However, Dave took is pain and transformed it into purpose. He is now a Certified Addiction Recovery Coach, a CFAA and owns his own coaching business "Ground Zero Recovery C...

Many people say that music is therapeutic...Well Mark Torre, LMHC. MCAP would definitely agree.  Mark originally worked in recording studios in NY and is an accomplished musician, but then transitioned to his current work as a Psychotherapist.  Join Dr. Laura as she and Mark discuss how music soothes the savage beast (let's talk catharsis), why being an eclectic therapist is NOT a bad th...

In this episode, Dr. Laura Ellick shares her personal journey from chaos to emotional regulation through the power of mindset. She discusses the challenges faced during the holiday season, including family health issues and the importance of prioritizing self-care. Dr. Laura emphasizes the significance of mental preparation, setting realistic expectations, and utilizing support systems. She also r...

Have you ever felt like you were in the midst of a bad reality TV episode and all you could do was watch? If so, then this podcast is screaming your name! Join Dr. Laura for the very first episode of "From Mayhem to Mindset" as we tackle chaos head on.  Believe it or not, going from surviving to thriving  is all about the mindset! We'll discuss practical shifts in perspective, laugh at t...

As a first-generation Latina, Priscilla Maria Gutierrez was taught to work hard, stay humble, and make her family proud. But somewhere between striving and surviving, she lost sight of her definition of success.  Listen in as Priscilla discusses how she shifted from law to coaching and mental health advocacy! Don't forget to check out Priscilla's new book "Break the Cycle Before it Breaks You...

So many people know exactly what they want to do—but they can’t get themselves to actually do it.  Or maybe someone has so many interests that they get overwhelmed at the possibility of choosing one particular career path.  Join Avi Friedman, Executive Functioning and Time Management Coach as he discusses the strategies that he teaches both young adults and business owners so that they c...

My special guest today, Sarah Frias has over 16 years experience as a nurse and has been in long term recovery herself for 8 years.  She is currently  Managing Partner at Next Level Recovery Associates which has allowed us to collaborate on finding appropriate treatment for individuals with significant emotional and medical challenges. Listen in as Sarah and I discuss WHY personalized ca...

What happens when you are just starting your life and the unthinkable becomes reality? Unfortunately, Smithtown, NY (Go Bulls!) native Jagger Rubio can tell us exactly what happens when brain cancer interferes with all of your plans.  However, Jagger is an example of the power of mindset in action! He's teaching us all about living in the moment, pursuing passions that energize (check out his...

Mayhem's very first guest, David Osterman, is back with an update, having just completed one year of sobriety! David discussed the years he hid his sexuality and the lies and addiction that sent him on a downward spiral  A devastating fall while under the inflluence of meth almost killed him, yet David used the experience to create an entirely new life.  David is back to update us on his...