Mental Health News Radio

Join Kristin as she speaks with Christina Veselek, a mental health nutritionist, as she helps us understand the importance of nutrition and its impact on how our brain as it helps us handle the stress and our mental health during incredibly stressful times. These are things we can do to help keep our brain as at stress-free as possible.  Please always note to discuss any new supplements with a lic...

Join Kristin as she welcomes back host Stephen Kavalkovich with his own podcast Rescue the Rescuer here on Mental Health News Radio Network after taking a sabbatical from his podcast. Life has been topsy turvy for nearly everyone, but several life changes have made Stephen's life more exciting than even most. Hear them discuss how they are managing life amid these difficult times of the pandemic a...

Dr. Lisa Day and Kristin discuss narcissistic personality disorder and whether narcissists are born or made. Dr. Day is a registered nurse and clinical psychologist. She runs the Idaho mental health practice of Meier Clinics at www.meierclinics.com . Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mental-health-news-radio--3082057/support .

Join Kristin as she speaks with Dr. Antipas Harris about how a growing number of black youth is leaving the church due to the inherent racism within our modern-day Christian culture.  Hear as Antipas speaks about how we need to reevaluate how we think of Christianity.  As a Practical Theologian, his book, "Is Christianity the White Man's Religion?" addresses how, while many may see one thing in ch...

The onslaught of harassing, ignorant, hateful, and incorrect backlash that every podcaster received who had Tracey Brown on their shows was immense. People targeted our network, our podcasters, their families, our employee's families with wild assumptions that had a questionable basis of truth. We did not know Tracey Brown before the interview but we certainly stand with her and against bullying a...

Join Parvinder and Kristin as they talk about her work as a doctor, an actress, and a filmmaker. Hear all about the impact all aspects of her career has on mental health. You will find The Secret Psychiatrist, Dr. Parvinder Shergill, on an award-winning podcast, recording her own radio show, working as a doctor at the NHS in the UK, being an expert speaker for Parliament and BBC, writing her books...

Join Kristin and Eliyahu as he shares his predictions about how we will get through Covid-19 and social unrest over the coming months. Eliyahu Jian is an author, life and spiritual coach, motivational speaker, and advisor to people of all ages and backgrounds. He aims to empower people to be the best versions of themselves, create stronger relationships, achieve career success, and create healthie...

Join Kristin and Jodi as they talk about the mental health struggles that come from anxiety. Jodi podcasts on her own and co-hosts with one of our own - Matt Pappas of Beyond Your Past! As a family therapist for over 20 years, Jodi shows people how to create Practical Miracles even in the most difficult times. As an inspirational speaker, she helps Generation Z and their parents find their Diamond...

Join Kristin and Dr. Ashley Elliott as they talk about how Covid-19 is impacting her counseling and advocacy work. Dr. Ashley Elliott is Doctor Vivid. She enhances lives and visions one creative step at a time. She is a Doctor, a Mental Health Specialist, a Consultant, and a Motivational Speaker. Twitter: @DoctorVivid Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mental-heal...

You may have heard of grounding as a spiritual practice, but did you know that grounding legitimately has positive effects on the body? Listen to Kristin, and co-host Georgia, speak with Laura Koniver, MD about her book, "The Earth Prescription: Discover the Healing of Nature with Grounding Practices for Every Season," and the health benefits of grounding. We hear how science reflects an ongoing p...

Join Kristin and Christy as they talk about how civil unrest is impacting our first responders. Christy is the host of one of our network podcasts, Firefighter Deconstructed. Christy Warren is a retired Fire Captain from the Berkeley (California) Fire Department. She has twenty-five years of service as a professional paramedic, with seventeen years as a professional firefighter. She was diagnosed...

Join John Pallies and Kristin for an in-depth discussion on the business side of mental health organizations. Mr. Pallies is responsible for accounting, budgeting, information systems and internal controls. His goals include devising planning and performance management systems, and providing expertise in financial reporting and control to assist management in the formulation and implementation of...

Kristin and cohost, Georgia, speak with Drew about living life and working through life with anxiety and agoraphobia. Drew is the creator and host of The Anxious Truth, a slightly unorthodox anxiety podcast that’s been in full swing since 2015. With over 500,000 downloads (and growing), The Anxious Truth has spawned a large, vibrant and engaged social media community of amazing humans supporting,...

Join Dr. Lisa Day and Kristin as they talk about how Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs can play a role in how well all of us deal with Covid-19, social distancing, mask wearing, and our mental health. Dr. Lisa Day is a clinical psychologist and registered nurse. She has been working with Meier Clinics for over 25 years. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mental-health-n...

Join Alexandra and Kristin as they talk about fashion and how adaptive fashion lines have grown to include Mental Health! Alexandra Herold about the importance of adaptive clothing for persons with disabilities. Patti + Ricky is the Adaptive Fashion Marketplace adults and kids with disAbilities, chronic conditions, hidden disabilities such as sensory processing, anxiety, autism to aging seniors, a...

Join Kristin and her guests, Lori and Jennifer, discussing how behind the scenes workers in the entertainment industry (the people who build the sets, hold the cameras, set up the lighting, etc.) are so heavily stigmatized when it comes to mental health. Lori Rubinstein is the Executive Director of the Behind the Scenes Foundation, a 501(c)3 charity which she has been with since its founding in 20...

One of our most downloaded guests, counselor Steven Welch joins us to discuss the topic of Colorism. 1. What is colorism ? 2. Why do we need to know about colorism as mental health practitioners? 3. What are some examples of colorism? 4. What is the connection between colonialism and colorism? 5. What are your automatic thoughts when you see a dark skinned black man? 6. How does colorism impact se...

Jon and Kristin talk about the importance of music as a therapeutic modality in mental health. Jon shares his unique way of working with children and adults to help them get comfortable and let the healing in! In Johannesburg, South Africa, Jon grew up hearing that “children should be seen and not heard” which helped inspire his life’s work. In addition to be a leading advocate for music therapy a...

Join Amy and Kristin for a discussion about the incredible brand, Chicken Soup for the Soul. It's more than "just" the best selling books! They talk shop about what is like to be stewards of a mission that strives to and does so much good for so many souls across the globe. Enjoy! Amy Newmark is the bestselling author, editor-in-chief, and publisher of the Chicken Soup for the Soul book series. Si...

Kristin and Catherine discuss the female leaders around the globe and how they've handled Covid-19. Some great articles to reference are listed below: https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/14/asia/women-government-leaders-coronavirus-hnk-intl/index.html Some terrific reference podcasts are also listed below: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-confessional-with-nadia-bolz-weber/id1502171248?i=10004721...

Kristin and Dr. Feldman discuss MBI (Munchausen by Internet) including 2 cases shared on this podcast. Marc D. Feldman, M.D. is Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Adjunct Professor of Psychology, the University of Alabama (UA), Tuscaloosa, Alabama. A Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, he is the author of more than 100 peer-reviewed articles in the professional literatu...

Kristin and Bianca talk about her show, The UNNI podcast, which just joined Mental Health News Radio Network. She also talks about her journey in the behavioral health profession and what using her voice has done to empower her own life, as well as, others. More about her podcast: The UNNI Podcast is a platform for survivors and experts in the space of suicide prevention, to share lived experience...

Neil and Dave join Kristin to discuss how mental health organizations can work on survival during the time of Covid-19. This is show is extremely informative for anyone suffering from financial distress - individuals and organizations. Neil Johnson has more than 19 years of healthcare investment banking and private equity experience including completion of over $1 billion of corporate finance tran...

Join Frances and Catherine as they talk about their advocacy, work, and personal journeys with eating disorders. They join Mental Health News Radio Network with their new podcast focused solely on eating disorders! Co-hosts Francis Iacobucci and Catherine Brown explore the complexities and profound impacts of eating disorders. With insights from individuals in recovery, mental health professionals...

Kristin and Tracey talk about how physical pain and trauma lives in your tissues and can have a negative impact on your mental health unless you root it out! Tracey Brown is a United States Coast Guard Veteran 1983-1987 QM3. She wore many hats as most Coast Guard men and women did in those days. She would be a firefighter one day, a small boat crew swimmer another. The Quartermaster rating in the...