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Dismantling the myth that mental illness is a lifelong sentence requires looking beyond traditional clinical frameworks to find holistic, restorative pathways. Dr. Timothy Hayes sits down with Aaron Johnson, the visionary founder of the Chronically UnderTouched Project, to explore an essential yet deeply under-invested topic in America: the emotional and relational lives of Black men. Our culture...

Are you ready to stop managing your stress and start dissolving it? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Gabrielle Rutten —a medical doctor, author, and the appointed successor to EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) founder Gary Craig. Join us as we explore the evolution of EFT, moving from the "gold standard" of physical tapping to the  profound, spiritual integration of "Optimal EFT" and th...

Are you stuck in a loop of "thought-feeling fusion," where your anxiety tells you that your racing thoughts are the absolute truth? In our latest episode, we sit down with somatic coach Chelsea Horton , founder of Healing Embodied , to discuss why healing requires more than just talk therapy. Chelsea reveals how to move past the mind-body split and use your innate creativity to transform anxiety i...

Ever feel like you’re constantly "working for your worth"? Most of us have internalized stories of unworthiness that shape how we think, feel, and relate to others. But what if your self-worth wasn't something you had to earn, but a birthright you’ve simply forgotten to honor? In this insightful interview, I sat down with therapist and author Dawna Daigneault , author of Understanding Self-Worth:...

Meet Ksenia J. Merck . For decades, she’s been an esteemed architect, mastering the art of physical structure in large-scale airport design. But Ksenia is also a profound artist and creative storyteller, whose latest project transcends the blueprints of the material world. After experiencing deep personal loss, Ksenia channeled her grief into a mission: posthumously publishing and illustrating her...

Stage 4 cancer is a devastating diagnosis, but for Tim McDonald , it was the beginning of a powerful mission. In this episode, Tim shares his incredible journey of transforming from a patient told he had no options into a fierce healthcare advocate. Learn how he became the "general manager" of his own care, why mental health is crucial for survivors, and the simple but profound way he handles loss...

Shame stemming from childhood trauma seems impossible to shake off. These are deep wounds that sometimes even time cannot heal, making self-doubt a constant part of your life. Timothy J. Hayes, Psy. D sits down with licensed psychotherapist and certified trauma professional Kristine B. Jensen, LCSW , who discusses how to recognize patterns of shame and finally unlock your most confident self. Look...

What if the stories you’ve been living aren’t the ones you’re meant to keep? In this powerful conversation, Christopher J. Wesley —fine artist, fiction author, and transformational advisor—shares how transformational storytelling can help people reframe trauma, rewrite identity, and reconnect with their true nature. Drawing from his own lived experiences, he introduces a framework of story, narrat...

Are you ready to break free from pain that you didn't even know you were carrying? Many of us unknowingly bear the emotional and energetic burdens of generational trauma, fear, and unresolved wounds. In this revealing conversation, we talk with creative educator and self-healing practitioner Jeanette  Shaw , the author of the powerful new book, Healing Generations: One Breath at a Time . Draw...

Are the words you use every day secretly holding you back? In the pursuit of success, well-being, and better relationships, we often focus on discipline, motivation, or knowledge. But what if the real problem lies in the quiet, unconscious language patterns running in the background of your mind? Join us as we dive into a fascinating conversation with linguistic expert Kristina Driskill . Kristina...

Are we limiting our mental health toolkit? In a world focused on “symptoms and medications,” Dr. Emma Bragdon introduces a structured, community-based path to wellness: Spiritism. Founded by Allan Kardec and widely practiced in Brazil, Spiritism blends spirituality with ethical practice and study. In this conversation, we explore how it reframes certain mental health experiences, provides ethical...

Are you exhausted from the constant conflict, the endless enabling, and the feeling that you're the only one who sees your loved one's addiction? Traditional interventions often backfire, driving the person you care about further into denial—and resentment. But what if there was a way to influence change without confrontation? In this exclusive interview, addiction specialist Amber Hollingsworth ,...

Achieve profound personal transformation by understanding the power of Seven Exits , a framework for shedding the baggage that keeps you stuck. Author and trauma recovery expert Dr. Rosenna Bakari , who holds a PhD in Psychology, explains that true growth is not about endlessly pursuing more, but about exiting limiting constructs like the hyper ego, emotional dependency, and complacency. She share...

The revolution in mental healthcare begins by recognizing the profound potential of spiritual emergence as the next step towards human flourishing. Join the conversation with Emma Bragdon , Founder and Chair of Integrative Mental Health University ( IMHU.org ), as she details her journey, inspired by the holistic paradigm of care she observed in Brazilian spiritist psychiatric hospitals that atten...

Integrative mental health is crucial for anyone seeking to move beyond traditional, purely materialistic approaches to emotional and psychological well-being. Host Timothy J. Hayes, PsyD. speaks with Andy Johns , former high-achieving Silicon Valley executive and now Co-Executive Director of the Integrative Mental Health University (IMHU). Andy details his transformative personal journey—from a 17...

What if your deepest purpose isn’t something to find—but to remember? In this inspiring episode, author and executive coach Suzanne Roberts shares insights from her book Deeper Than That: The Pathway to a Vibrant, Purposeful, and Liberated Life. Discover how to awaken Soul Consciousness, understand the difference between stillness and sedation, and use your longing as a guide to healing and inner...

When children are diagnosed with ADHD, they are unfortunately seen by society – and sometimes, even their own parents – as broken individuals who need correcting. Roman Wyden , an award-winning filmmaker, entrepreneur, and life coach, wants to put an end to the current narrative of labelling ADHD children as “disordered.” He joins Dr. Timothy J. Hayes to share how his own son’s ADHD diagnosis open...

Restored mental and spiritual well-being begins when we stop separating faith from healing. In this episode, Mark Hattas —leader, author, and founder of The O Coalition —shares his extraordinary transformation from building a multimillion-dollar tech company to rebuilding his life through spiritual integration and prayerful practice. Drawing from his award-winning book series The Lowly Prophet and...

We do not have the freedom to choose our parents, and yet we hold them dear to our hearts. But what if you were raised by narcissistic parents who gave you quite a hard time growing up? Timothy J. Hayes, Psy. D chats with Agatha Peters , founder of Beautiful Sunshine Therapy and author of Trapped in Their Script: Reclaim Your Life from Narcissistic Parents & Cultural Expectations. She exp...

What happens when the mental health system you’ve relied on leaves you depleted instead of healed? Our guest, Cooper Davis , shares his decades-long journey from being diagnosed with ADD as a child and cycling through stimulants, benzodiazepines, and antidepressants to reaching a breaking point in his late twenties. A 12-step rehab program—meant for substance addiction, not psychiatric drug withdr...

Imagine a world where your child's "disrespectful" behavior is actually a cry for understanding, or their "laziness" is a sign of a unique brain at work. What if the very things you're trying to fix are simply misunderstood expressions of neurodivergence? In this episode, we dive deep with Jheri South , a neurodivergent mother of seven and a coach specializing in ADHD and autism. She shares her po...

We have been conditioned to believe that anxiety is a sign of weakness and must be suppressed. But in reality, it is not a mental disorder but a form of energy that must be properly recognized. Timothy J. Hayes sits down with Jake Yanitz Rubin , author of the bestselling book From Anxiety To Awakening , to discuss how your most heightened emotions are meant to grow and transform yourself. He expla...

Neshama is more than a book about a girl who sees ghosts—it’s a lyrical meditation on identity, intergenerational trauma, and the courage to stay true to your soul. In this moving conversation, acclaimed author and educator Marcella Pixley reflects on the origins of her novel-in-verse, the inner world of her spiky protagonist Anna, and why young readers deserve stories that validate complexity and...

Imagine if your self-sabotaging inner voices could transform into playful characters that actually guide you to success and flow? That's exactly the intriguing journey explored with Kristina Driskill, DMA , a consultant and transformational coach who brings a unique blend of opera, academia, and Positive Intelligence to her work. Kristina shares her personal evolution from a perfection-driven perf...

Many medical practitioners find themselves overwhelmed with the long list of work they have to accomplish every single day, burdened further by their responsibility to save lives. Dr. Jordan Barber offers them a clear and actionable roadmap to make their careers more authentic and meaningful through his book, Realigning Medicine . Joining Timothy J. Hayes, he discusses how practitioners can priori...