Dr. Adrian Mesa, CEO AMP Mental Health
How Did We Get Here?
Welcome to the Punched in the Face Podcast, hosted by Dr. Adrian Mesa. Inspired by Mike Tyson’s words, “Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face,” we explore the raw and authentic stories of the human experience. Each episode features guests sharing their journeys through unexpected life circumstances that challenge their resilience. These stories of struggle and hope remind us that we all face our own metaphorical punches. Join us as we aim to inspire, break the stigma surrounding mental health, and create a space for honest conversation, connection, and healing.
Be sure to visit the podcast's website and support the creator: www.ampmentalhealth.com
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Dr. Adrian Mesa, CEO AMP Mental Health
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Jul 8, 2025
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Episodes
Vincent Michael | Firefighter | NYC | Life Lessons | 08.07.2025 1:20:37
What a story to tell. From growing up in New York City and have nothing going on in life, no plans, no path, to becoming a firefighter and a role model for his family and kids. Dealing with all sorts of family and personal matters, Vincent rises up to the task and today he shares his story. Full episode available on all platforms.
FIU Free Game | Conversation With Students | NP | Experiences | Questions | Mental Health 30.06.2025 36:21
As these two students get closer to the end of their time at FIU, with graduation at their doorsteps, they are full of questions regarding the actual job. What is like to be a Nurse Practitioner? Pediatrics or Adults? A conversation filled with insights coming from a lot of years of experience. Full episode available on all Platforms. #mentalhealth #podcast #students #np #fiu
103RD Street Tire Center | The Family's Business | 3 Generations In the Works | Life Lessons 19.06.2025 41:33
This video is somewhat more personal. Welcome to my family's business. The Tire Shop has been operating since 1989, nonstop, everyday. 3 Generations taking care of this places. What started with my grandfather, passed down to my father and now my brother. Enjoy this episode on all platforms.
Melissa Rivera | Type 1 Bipolar Disorder | Suicide Survival Story | Mental Health Advocate 15.06.2025 1:41:20
With a really hard story to tell, Melissa sits in the Podcast Room a year after she was first hospitalized. Dealing with her own thoughts, not really sure of what to do and carrying the weight of a mental disorder, Melissa pulled through the dark times. An inspiring story filled with emotions and perseverance. Watch the full episode now available on all platforms.
Klaus Blandon | Neuro Physical Therapist | Entrepreneur | Gaitway PT 13.06.2025 37:55
It all started with the desire to know more, to have answers as to how to treat minor discomforts that often occur during personal training. Now, Klaus is a Physical Therapist who specializes in patients who had a brain injury and as a result their motor abilities have been disrupted or lost. Helping people to walk again, allowing patients to lead a normal life and return to work. The moment has a...
Sheryl Hidalgo PART 2 | Miami Native | Nurse Practitioner | Entrepreneur 12.06.2025 1:28:42
From ER to Empowerment: Sheryl Hidalgo in Conversation with Dr. Adrian MesaIn this heartfelt and uplifting episode, Board Certified Nurse Practitioner Sheryl Hidalgo reconnects with her former professor, Dr. Adrian Mesa, for a conversation that goes far beyond the exam room. Born and raised in Miami, Sheryl reflects on the memories that shaped her, the people who inspired her, and the defining mom...
Paulina De Valensart | Fitness Coach | Nutrition | Hard Work vs Short Gratification | 09.06.2025 1:00:51
Paulina De Valensart has a great story to tell, starting from the change in eating habits after her arrival to the US to her realization regarding the methods she needed to implement to stay healthy and fit. A passion for exercise, nutrition and the desire to help others achieve their goals. Her main question: Are you ready to be the best version of yourself? Stay until the end of the episode to f...
Eduardo Mauri | Stage 3 Cancer | Holistic Treatment | Cancer Recovery | Life as a Cancer Patient 03.06.2025 1:12:19
Welcome to a new episode of the Podcast. This episode hits close as I have a very good conversation with Eduardo Mauri, a friend who is currently battling with Stage 3 Rectum Cancer. If you would like to support Eduardo and his family through this difficult time, please leave a donation on his Go Fund Me: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-the-perez-family-through-medical-financial-crisisShare thi...
Ep 49: Sheryl Hidalgo | Miami Native, Nurse Practitioner, Aesthetic Entrepreneur 07.04.2025 44:34
From ER to Empowerment: Sheryl Hidalgo in Conversation with Dr. Adrian MesaIn this heartfelt and uplifting episode, Board Certified Nurse Practitioner Sheryl Hidalgo reconnects with her former professor, Dr. Adrian Mesa, for a conversation that goes far beyond the exam room. Born and raised in Miami, Sheryl reflects on the memories that shaped her, the people who inspired her, and the defining mom...
Ep 48 Guest on First Alarm Foundation with Carolyn Acosta and Jen Herrera 26.11.2024 29:48
Today, I had the incredible honor of being a guest on the @firstalarmfamilyfirst Podcast with the hosts @carolynacosta and @mrsjenherreratv . We dove deep into the vital topic of mental health—an issue that affects us all, yet often remains in the shadows. During our conversation, we explored the importance of seeking help and the power of open dialogue, especially when it comes to discussing ment...
Ep 47 Jessica Tagle | Why Wait Til Friday Founder, Marriage and Family Therapist, Entrepreneur 24.06.2024 41:40
Welcome to today's episode of the "Finding Balance Podcast," hosted by Dr. Adrian Mesa and proudly sponsored by AMP Mental Health. At AMP Mental Health, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care, including therapy and psychiatric services. Our services are available both in-office and via telehealth, ensuring accessibility and convenience for our clients. Serving...
Ep 46 Antonello Bonci | Gia Healthcare Co-Founder, TMS Specialist, Former Scientific Director of National Institute for Drug Abuse 03.06.2024 1:09:42
AMP Mental Health proudly sponsors the "Finding Balance" podcast. In the upcoming episode, Dr. Adrian Mesa, APRN, founder of AMP Mental Health, sits down with Antonello Bonci, an Italian-American neurologist and neuropsychopharmacologist renowned for his pioneering research on the long-term effects of drug exposure on the brain. Since August 2019, Dr. Bonci has served as the president of...
Ep 45 Dr. Adrian Mesa | On Entrepreneurship 14.05.2024 39:28
In the latest episode of the Finding Balance podcast, Dr. Adrian Mesa, the visionary behind AMP Mental Health, shifts the spotlight onto entrepreneurship. This insightful discussion delves into multifaceted topics, from prioritizing patient and employee well-being to navigating personal sacrifices inherent in business ownership. Dr. Mesa shares candid reflections on the importance of self-care ami...
Ep 44 Dr. Adrian Mesa | AMP Mental Health| Solo Talk on Starting Over 13.05.2024 34:04
In this episode of the Finding Balance podcast, Dr. Adrian Mesa, the visionary behind AMP Mental Health, offers profound insights into the art of embracing fresh starts in life. As he explores the theme of starting over, Dr. Mesa delves into the intricacies of leaving behind the past and embracing new beginnings with courage and optimism. Drawing from personal and professional experiences, he shed...
Ep 43 Sean Casey | Owner of Raw Fit 305 | Former Inmate | Self Proclaimed "Best Trainer in the World" 02.05.2024 1:33:15
Welcome to the Finding Balance Podcast, brought to you by AMP Mental Health, a leading Miami-based mental health practice offering therapy and psychiatry services across Florida. In this episode, Dr. Adrian Mesa sits down with the remarkable Sean Casey, a Miami native with a powerful story of transformation and resilience. Growing up in Palmetto Bay, Sean's life took a challenging turn, leadin...
Ep 42 Dr. Cesar Delgado Afaneh | Plastic Surgeon from Caracas Venezuela, Cofounder Elementhal Spa 12.03.2024 1:10:48
In the upcoming episode of the "Finding Balance" podcast, Dr. Adrian Mesa, the founder of AMP Mental Health, engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Cesar Delgado Afaneh, a plastic surgeon practicing across multiple cities in Venezuela, including Caracas, Barquisimeto, Acarigua, and San Carlos. The discussion delves into the intricate world of plastic surgery, uncovering its transf...
Ep. 41 Erick Passo | Serial Entrepreneur, Hustler, Key Biscayne Native, Family Man 23.02.2024 1:17:27
In the upcoming episode of the Finding Balance Podcast, hosted by Dr. Adrian Mesa and proudly sponsored by AMP Mental Health, we have the pleasure of featuring Erick Passo. Originally born in Brazil and raised in Key Biscayne until his teenage years, Erick embarked on a journey of entrepreneurship upon his return to Brazil. Erick's entrepreneurial endeavors began with club promoting, eventuall...
EP. 40 KEN COATS | CEO of KENTECH, Background and Investigative Expert, Chicago Native, Mentor, Innovator 02.02.2024 1:12:15
In this latest episode of the Finding Balance podcast, hosted by Dr. Adrian Mesa and proudly sponsored by AMP Mental Health, we engage in a captivating conversation with Kenn Coats, the founder of Kentech, a global investigative firm specializing in background checks for various entities, including police agencies, federal government agencies, universities, and entire nations. Kenn, originally fro...
EP. 38 Crystal Varellas | GROUP FITNESS TRAINER, DANCER, FOUNDER OF TOTALL TRANSFORM 15.01.2024 1:06:00
In the latest episode of the "Finding Balance" podcast, sponsored by AMP Mental Health and hosted by Dr. Adrian Mesa, the spotlight turns to Crystal Varellas—a dynamic individual serving as a group fitness trainer, social media influencer, and the visionary behind "Totall Transform." This unique fitness program not only focuses on physical transformation but also places a signi...
Ep. 37 Jesse Tarr | Father, Entrepreneur, Certifified GC, and Owner of City Permit 11.01.2024 1:23:46
In the latest episode of the "Finding Balance" podcast, Dr. Adrian Mesa engages in a riveting conversation with Jesse Tarr, the mastermind behind "City Permit," a company revolutionizing the permit game for contractors. A dual force as a General Contractor and a single father, Jesse's narrative unfolds as a compelling tale of resilience, entrepreneurship, and the intricacie...
Ep. 36 Diego Day | "King of the Rizz"- Followers 1M TIK TOK , 300K YOUTUBE, 500K IG FOLLOWERS 04.01.2024 54:32
Welcome to another episode of the Finding Balance Podcast! I'm Dr. Adrian Mesa, CEO, owner, and founder of AMP Mental Health, where we're dedicated to helping people from all walks of life find their balance through therapy and psychiatry. Today, we have a fascinating guest who's making waves on social media platforms with his unconventional approach to dating. I had the incredible opp...
Ep. 35 Dr. Denise Suarez | Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor, Acupuncturist, Herbal Medicine Specialist 12.12.2023 1:45:08
Join us in this insightful episode as we dive into the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine with Dr. Denise Suarez. A seasoned practitioner specializing in herbal medicine, acupuncture, and precise lab interpretation, Dr. Suarez shares her unique journey—from owning a CrossFit gym to becoming a dedicated clinician. We cover a range of topics, including fitness, health, mindset, and the profound i...
Ep. 34 Jose Antonio "Tony" Firpi | CEO/ Founder- Devious Elements Apparel 17.11.2023 2:24:40
Join us in this episode of Finding Balance as we sit down with Jose Antonio "Tony" Firpi, a seasoned Photographer, Graphic Designer, and Art Director with over 12 years of creative expertise. In this episode of Finding Balance, Tony introduces us to his unique creation—Shark Boards, charcuterie boards made from repurposed skateboards. Tony shares his passion for creativity and commitment...
Ep. 33. Dr. Marcos Mendez | Doctor of Pharmacy , Childhood Friend, 2Pac Impersonator, A Real One 14.11.2023 58:16
What up!!! Marcos, your'e probably the one person that is gonna listen to this (Lmao). Here we are shooting the shit with my childhood homie, a man's name who is synonymous with Tupac, Dr. Marcos Mendez, a Pharm D who's as Hialeah as cafecito and croquetas. We're diving into the wild times we had growing up right across from the damn projects. From abuela and abuelo's influence...
Ep. 32. Pauline De Valensart | Certified Personal Trainer/ Functional Medicine Health Coach 14.11.2023 59:44
Join us on a transformative journey with Pauline De Valensart, a functional medicine health coach and certified personal trainer. Originally from Belgium, Pauline shares her unique perspective on health and wellness after relocating to the vibrant city of Miami. In this episode, we explore her fitness journey, inspired by a deeply personal experience of loss, and how she navigated the challenges o...
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