Mental Health with Dr. Melissa Mork

One of the most common questions asked is, "How can I help my loved one who is suffering from a mental illness?" In this episode, Dr. Mork talks about the best ways to be present, to be loving, and how to find help.   Links are also included below.     Email: mentalhealthpodcast@unwsp.edu        Facebook: Mental Health with Dr. Melissa Mork        Instagram: @mentalhealthwithdr.melissamork       ...

" Mental illness is real, mental illness is common, and mental illness is treatable ."  Brian Murray uses his story of depression to reduce the stigma and advocate for mental health awareness. Please watch and share Brian's TEDx Talk. The link is below.  Brian's TEDx: Addressing Mental Health in the C-Suite https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Kma5Ha3Na8

Are you married to a saint? No? Neither is your spouse. On this episode, Dr. Mork discusses some research by the Gottmans that can distinguish the masters from the disasters.    Email: mentalhealthpodcast@unwsp.edu        Facebook: Mental Health with Dr. Melissa Mork        Instagram: @mentalhealthwithdr.melissamork        LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mental-health-with-dr-melissa-mo...

Did you know the holidays can exacerbate symptoms of mental illness? There is a definite correlation between the two. On this episode, Dr. Mork talks about ways to buffer against the stresses of the season.   Email: mentalhealthpodcast@unwsp.edu        Facebook: Mental Health with Dr. Melissa Mork        Instagram: @mentalhealthwithdr.melissamork        LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/m...

Adoption is hard, but it is particularly challenging for children to do after infancy. Join me as I chat with Sorina, who had personal experience as a child, is now parenting two through foster care and adoption, and works as a clinician in this field. Email: mentalhealthpodcast@unwsp.edu        Facebook: Mental Health with Dr. Melissa Mork        Instagram: @mentalhealthwithdr.melissamork       L...

What is the single most important factor in child resilience? Join me in this story of Tia and her remarkable journey. Email: mentalhealthpodcast@unwsp.edu       Facebook: Mental Health with Dr. Melissa Mork       Instagram: @mentalhealthwithdr.melissamork       LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mental-health-with-dr-melissa-mork       Twitter: @MelissaMorkPod              This podcast is...

Today's guest is Adam, who has experienced a series of mental illnesses. He will share his trajectory from childhood until now.     Email: mentalhealthpodcast@unwsp.edu         Facebook: Mental Health with Dr. Melissa Mork         Instagram: @mentalhealthwithdr.melissamork         LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mental-health-with-dr-melissa-mork         Twitter: @MelissaMorkPod        ...

This week of Mental Health Awareness Month, we highlight those struggling with eating disorders. "My body was just trying to survive the restriction… and survive that torture that I had put it through for so many years."    Today's guest is Alyssa, who struggled for years with an eating disorder. In this episode, Alyssa talks about her symptoms of Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa, ways she cop...

This week of Mental Health Awareness Month, we highlight those struggling with OCD. "I knew something was wrong at age 7. I did not actively seek help until after college. So it took about 15 years, from onset to even getting a diagnosis, and another five years to get appropriate treatment." Today's guest is Jackie and she has Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. In this episode, Jackie will talk about...

Today's guest is Abby, who works with patients who experience a variety of issues, but today she talks about various methods for treating trauma.           Host: Dr. Melissa Mork         Producer: Keegan Goldfarb       Email: mentalhealthpodcast@unwsp.edu      Facebook: Mental Health with Dr. Melissa Mork      Instagram: @mentalhealthwithdr.melissamork      LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/compa...

This week of Mental Health Awareness Month, we highlight those struggling with anxiety. "Usually, your brain is your ally... but your brain is not your ally when you have anxious thoughts."       Today's guest is Randy, who has been diagnosed with Anxiety and Panic Disorders. Randy talks about cumulative losses that triggered his first episode. He will explore the symptoms, ways he coped, and the...

Today's guest is Hali, who works with adults suffering from anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and other concerns. She talks us through a few techniques to help soothe anxiety when it feels overwhelming.   Host: Dr. Melissa Mork   Producer: Michael Chermak  Email: mentalhealthpodcast@unwsp.edu    Facebook: Mental Health with Dr. Melissa Mork    Instagram: @mentalhealthwithdr.melissamork    LinkedI...

Today's guest is Mark, who works with clients suffering from attachment, trauma, and other concerns. He walks us through some fundamental concepts to understand where our distress comes from. Hang on; there is a LOT of good content here!     Host: Dr. Melissa Mork           Producer: Michael Chermak      Email: mentalhealthpodcast@unwsp.edu        Facebook: Mental Health with Dr. Melissa Mork     ...

Today's guest is Steven and his wife's and his struggle with male infertility. He explains the difficulties and challenges to one's mental health and sense of identity when faced with infertility. He is the host of the podcast, " MILES: Men, Infertility, and Life Experiences with Steven Miller" wherever you find your podcasts. Host: Dr. Melissa Mork           Producer: Michael Chermak        Email...

    Today's guest is  Meghan, who struggles with comorbidity of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and ADHD. In this episode, she will talk about her symptoms, her diagnosis, the complexity of her illness es , and the treatments that have helped her thrive.   Host: Dr. Melissa Mork          Producer: Mark Seignious (rhymes with "genius" )         Email: mentalhealthpodcast@unwsp.edu          Facebook: Men...

  Today's guest is  Terri and as an adult, she continues to struggle with Anorexia Nervosa Disorder. In this episode, Terri will talk about her trauma, her symptoms, the complexity of her illness, and how she is functioning now .       Host: Dr. Melissa Mork        Producer: Mark Seignious (rhymes with "genius" )         Email: mentalhealthpodcast@unwsp.edu          Facebook: Mental Health with Dr...

This is Eryn. She has experienced ADHD and Anxiety . In this episode, she will talk about her symptoms, her diagnosis, the complexity of her illness, and the treatment that eventually worked for her.      Host: Dr. Melissa Mork       Producer: Keegan Goldfarb       Email: mentalhealthpodcast@unwsp.edu        Facebook: Mental Health with Dr. Melissa Mork        Instagram: @mentalhealthwithdr.meliss...

My guest today is Hayley. She will be talking about her history with Depression and Postpartum Depression. In this episode, she will talk about her symptoms, her diagnosis, the complexity of her illness, and the treatment that eventually worked for her.     Host: Dr. Melissa Mork      Producer: Keegan Goldfarb      Email: mentalhealthpodcast@unwsp.edu        Facebook: Mental Health with Dr. Meliss...

Today's guest is Elle and she has experienced symptoms of an eating disorder, anxiety, and OCD. In this episode, she will talk about her symptoms, her diagnosis, the complexity of her illness, and the best evidence-based practices for the treatment of Anorexia Nervosa. Links are below in the show notes.     Host: Dr. Melissa Mork      Producer: Keegan Goldfarb        Email: mentalhealthpodcast@unw...

Today's guest is Nicole, who suffered from Separation Anxiety as a child and Generalized Anxiety as an adult.  In this episode, she will talk about her symptoms, her diagnosis, the complexity of her illness, and the treatment that eventually worked for her.     Host: Dr. Melissa Mork      Producer: Keegan Goldfarb      Email: mentalhealthpodcast@unwsp.edu        Facebook: Mental Health with Dr. Me...

Today's guest is Carolyn, who will share her experience with Post Partum Anxiety. In this episode, she will talk about her symptoms, her diagnosis, the complexity of her illness, and the treatment that eventually worked for her.     Host: Dr. Melissa Mork      Producer: Keegan Goldfarb      Email: mentalhealthpodcast@unwsp.edu        Facebook: Mental Health with Dr. Melissa Mork        Instagram:...

"Sometimes I just wish that God would make me better because I have this immense love for people but then sometimes I push them away…."    Today's guest is Rachel and she has experiences symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder. In this episode, she will talk about her symptoms, her diagnosis, the complexity of her illness, and the treatment that eventually worked for her.        Host: Dr. Meli...

My guest on this episode is Jason Stonehouse, a previous guest but with follow-up content. Jason experienced symptoms of anxiety when he was young, but as his ministry grew, so did his anxiety. Join us to hear what he learned through this process and how he offers help to others..       Host: Dr. Melissa Mork      Producer: Keegan Goldfarb        Email: mentalhealthpodcast@unwsp.edu         Facebo...

"I washed my hands until they bled…. It was a continuous thing. It was painful but I could not stop."    Today's guest is Kelsey and she has Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. In this episode, she will talk about her symptoms, her diagnosis, the complexity of her illness, and the treatment that eventually worked for her.      Host: Dr. Melissa Mork      Producer: Keegan Goldfarb      Email: mentalheal...

"To be honest, I wasn't in charge anymore… The feelings were SO extreme, I was no longer in control."     Today's guest is Tabitha, who experienced Postpartum Depression with Rage. Tabitha will transparently talk about her symptoms, her diagnosis, the seriousness of her illness, and the treatment that eventually worked for her.  Dr. Mork also tells us when to know it's time to get help.        Hos...