NAMI Minnesota

Mental Health In Minnesota

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"Mental Health In Minnesota" is a podcast produced by NAMI Minnesota and consists of interviews with NAMI Minnesota members, volunteers, staff members, board members, and advocates as they share their personal stories of hope and provide information about mental illnesses, treatment and mental health policies. NAMI Minnesota champions justice, dignity, and respect for all people affected by mental illnesses. Through education, support, and advocacy we strive to eliminate the pervasive stigma of mental illnesses, effect positive changes in the mental health system, and increase the public and p...

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Mindy Greiling and son Jim Greiling; Former MN State Representative Mindy Greiling, author of “Fix What You Can: Schizophrenia and A Lawmaker’s Fight For Her Son” 12.07.2020 22:35

Mindy Greiling and son Jim Greiling; Former MN State Representative Mindy Greiling, author of “Fix What You Can: Schizophrenia and A Lawmaker’s Fight For Her Son” (Recorded 1/28/2020) This episode […]

CBT/DBT Series, Part 4, Lisa Nasseff discusses CBT, exposure therapy, anorexia, chronic major depression, panic and anxiety disorder, PTSD, and mental wellness during COVID-19 10.07.2020 19:09

(Recorded 5/14/2020) This episode is focused on Lisa Nasseff’s experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help her achieve recovery and maintain mental wellness. Lisa also talks about exposure therapy. […]

CBT/DBT Series, Part 3, Danny Evans (“gift rap” poetry performer) discusses CBT, parenting, work, and therapy during COVID-19 06.07.2020 26:46

This episode is a conversation with Danny Evans and is focused on his experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to experience recovery and help maintain his mental health. Danny Evans […]

DBT/CBT Series, Part 2, Keely Herron’s personal experience with DBT 26.06.2020 42:34

This episode is an interview with Keely Herron (click) who shares her experience of going through DBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and continuing to use DBT skills to help maintain her […]

DBT/CBT Series, Part 1, Dr. Helen Valenstein-Mah, PhD, LP, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences 22.06.2020 31:24

This episode is Part 1 of a series on DBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, as well as touching on CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Included in the series are bits and pieces […]

Wellness in Color: “Blurring Tradition” (Houa Moua) 15.11.2019 21:57

Welcome to “Wellness in Color,” a podcast series that explores perspectives on mental health to reshape the cultural language of mental illness. Interview Guest: Houa Moua Hosted by: Vang Xor Xiong […]

Wellness in Color: “Flipping the Status Quo” (Seyeon Bae) 25.10.2019 26:21

Welcome to “Wellness in Color,” a podcast series that explores perspectives on mental health to reshape the cultural language of mental illness. Interview Guest: Seyeon Bae Hosted by: Caroline Ludy Produced […]

Wellness in Color: “Between Two Worlds” (Jasmine Q’ian) 15.08.2019 36:35

Welcome to “Wellness in Color,” a podcast series that explores perspectives on mental health to reshape the cultural language of mental illness. Interview Guest: Jasmine Q’ian Hosted by: Caroline Ludy Produced […]

Wellness in Color: “Never Stop Watering Your Roots” (Lauryn Daniel) 25.07.2019 34:05

Welcome to “Wellness in Color,” a podcast series that explores perspectives on mental health to reshape the cultural language of mental illness. Interview Guest: Lauryn Daniel Hosted by: Caroline Ludy Produced […]

Wellness in Color: 1.5 Generation Immigrant (Vang Xor Xiong) 25.06.2019 37:50

Welcome to “Wellness in Color,” a podcast series that explores perspectives on mental health to reshape the cultural language of mental illness. Interview Guest: Vang Xor Xiong (Xorr) Hosted by: Caroline […]

Wellness in Color: Looking Beyond the Pathology of Culture (True Thao) 11.06.2019 43:09

Welcome to “Wellness in Color,” a podcast series that explores perspectives on mental health to reshape the cultural language of mental illness. Interview Guest: True Thao Interviewers: Amy Wang and Mai […]

Wellness in Color: Each New Dance Was My Teacher (John A. Burchall) 29.05.2019 38:25

Welcome to “Wellness in Color”, a podcast series that explores perspectives on mental health to reshape the cultural language of mental illness. Interview Guest: John Anthony Burchall Interviewers: Caroline Ludy […]

Wellness in Color: The Pressures of Perfection (Aneela Kumar) 14.05.2019 44:00

Welcome to “Wellness in Color”, a podcast series that explores perspectives on mental health to reshape the cultural language of mental illness. Interview Guest: Aneela Kumar Interviewer: Maritza Steele Hosted […]

Wellness in Color: Healing Through Community (Geet Mittal) 02.05.2019 32:30

Welcome to “Wellness in Color”, a podcast series that explores perspectives on mental health to reshape the cultural language of mental illness. Interview Guest: Geetanjali Mittal Interviewer: Maritza Steele Hosted […]

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Sandy’s personal NAMI journey, ep. 20 14.06.2017

NAMI Minnesota volunteer Sandy joins us to share her personal NAMI journey to help celebrate NAMI Minnesota’s 40th anniversary. CONTACT US: NAMI Minnesota, www.namihelps.org, phone: 651-645-2948, toll free: 1-888-NAMI-Helps (1-888-626-4435). fax: 651-645-7379. email: namihelps@namimn.org Recorded 06/01/2017.

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Vivian Henry’s Personal NAMI Journey, ep. 19 07.06.2017

Here’s another personal story of hope to help celebrate NAMI Minnesota’s 40th anniversary. Vivian Henry is a NAMI “In Our Own Voice” volunteer presenter and a long-time NAMI member and supporter. Vivian enjoys photographing all of NAMI Minnesota’s events and producing photo/video slide shows. Vivian is team captain of NAMIWalks 2018 team “SurVIVin the Journey!” (click … Continue reading "019, Vivi...

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Jenna Erickson’s Personal NAMI Journey, ep. 18 02.06.2017 19:39

Here’s another personal story of hope to help celebrate NAMI Minnesota’s 40th anniversary. Jenna Erickson is a NAMI “In Our Own Voice” volunteer presenter, a program through which she shares her personal mental health recovery story with many types of audiences. Jenna discusses being particularly interested in presenting to law enforcement professionals during their Crisis … Continue reading "018,...

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Kiara Buchanan’s Personal NAMI Journey, Ep. 16 10.05.2017 27:13

Kiara Buchanan is the “LIFE BETWEEN THE POLES” blog author at www.convexity.weebly.com on the topic of her mental health recovery and her journey living with bipolar disorder. Kiara is a volunteer presenter in the NAMI “In Our Own Voice” program and in the NAMI Minnesota speakers bureau through which she shares her personal recovery story … Continue reading "016 Kiara Buchanan, “LIFE BETWEEN THE P...

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Kim Sherva’s Personal NAMI Journey, Ep. 015 03.05.2017 25:07

NAMI Minnesota offers support groups for the LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer) community. The support groups are a safe place to confront the challenges that many members of LGBTQ communities face such as social isolation, stigma, discrimination, low self-esteem, anxiety and depression. Visit www.namihelps.org to find meeting dates and locations of current groups. Episode … Contin...

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Laurie Brown’s Personal NAMI Journey, ep. 14 26.04.2017 18:47

(Recorded 03/29/2017) Laurie Brown was one of the original NAMI Minnesota founding board members and the first lobbyist for NAMI Minnesota. Laurie shares her personal journey with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). She talks about being a family member of a loved one living with schizophrenia. This episode is one of 40 Stories of … Continue reading "014 Laurie Brown, 1st lobbyist, origina...

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Beatric Officer’s Personal NAMI Journey, Ep. 13 19.04.2017 22:17

(Recorded 03/21/2017) Beatric Officer is an adult probation officer as well as a member of the NAMI Minnesota Board of Directors. Beatric shares her personal journey with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). She talks openly about her own mental illness and that of her family members. You can also hear Beatric in episode 9 … Continue reading "013 Beatric Officer, Adult Probation Officer, Bo...

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Cathleen O’Leary’s Personal NAMI Journey, Ep. 12 12.04.2017 18:48

(Recorded 03/13/2017) Cathleen O’Leary is a former member of the NAMI Minnesota Board of Directors. Cathleen shares her personal journey with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). This episode is one of 40 Stories of Hope related to NAMI Minnesota’s 40th anniversary. Find other video and written stories at www.namihelps.org. CONTACT US: NAMI Minnesota, www.namihelps.org, … Continue reading "...

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Eileen Stack’s Personal NAMI Journey, Ep. 11 05.04.2017 20:17

(Recorded 02/28/2017) Eileen Stack, former President of NAMI Minnesota Board of Directors, shares her personal journey with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). This episode is one of 40 Stories of Hope related to NAMI Minnesota’s 40th anniversary. Find other video and written stories at www.namihelps.org. CONTACT: NAMI Minnesota, www.namihelps.org, phone: 651-645-2948, toll free: 1-888-...

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Heidi Nordin’s Personal NAMI Journey, Ep. 10 29.03.2017 18:25

(Recorded 02/25/2017) Heidi Nordin shares her personal journey with NAMI Minnesota including her volunteer experiences as a Board of Directors member, office volunteer, and NAMIWalks “cheerleader.” This episode is one of 40 Stories of Hope related to NAMI Minnesota’s 40th anniversary. CONTACT: NAMI Minnesota, www.namihelps.org, phone: 651-645-2948, toll free: 1-888-NAMI-Helps (1-888-626-4435). f...

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Laurie/Lee Brandt’s Personal NAMI Journey, Ep. 8 07.03.2017 24:27

Laurie and Lee Brandt were interviewed on 02/25/2017 for this episode, one of 40 Stories of Hope related to NAMI Minnesota’s 40th anniversary. NAMI Minnesota champions justice, dignity, and respect for all people affected by mental illnesses. Through education, support, and advocacy we strive to eliminate the pervasive stigma of mental illnesses, effect positive changes … Continue reading "008-Lau...