On Your Mind

We know from physics that everything is energy, and everything is affected by it. Applying this principle to the human body’s inner workings,  Billy Holder , a medical technician specializing in bioelectrical impedance technology, uses electrotherapy to help patients recover from various illnesses by reconnecting their circuits. He sees the human body as a repository of past trauma, which tra...

The battle to overcome mental health issues does not look the same for everybody. While that is the case, it helps to know that you are not alone, and everyone can eventually come out to the other side of it. Sharing her story with us, host Timothy J. Hayes, Psy. D. speaks with  Julia Britz , a licensed naturopathic doctor who specializes in supporting people who are struggling with mental he...

We live in a unique time in human history where the brain has to cope with the sheer amount of sensory information that it has not yet evolved to deal with. Brain care cuts through this noise and keeps the brain in prime condition to do the things it is designed to do in the first place. Australian neurologic music therapist and brain care specialist Allison Davies joins Dr. Timothy Hayes to talk...

Our reactions to varied situations can be credited to our gender as well as the hormones and chemicals in our system. With stress, anger, fear, and denial as some of the most common everyday feelings we experience, it is ideal to dive deeper into how these affect our daily lives. In this episode, Timothy J. Hayes, Psy. D. chats with John Gray, the author of the most well-known and trusted relation...

Biochemical imbalances are much more significant determinants of the way we live our daily lives than we give them credit for. We might think of our emotional, mental and physical health as existing in their own little vacuums, but the truth of the matter is that our bodies are much more interconnected than we imagine most of the time. Judith Bowman, M.D. is a specialist in biochemical imbalances,...

Being on law enforcement is not an easy path to take, not only for the officers themselves but also for their families. That is why it is equally important to talk about the emotional component of being in this field. Bringing this necessary conversation to light, host Timothy J. Hayes, Psy. D. invites over  Kevin Gilmartin, Ph. D. , a behavioral scientist specializing in law enforcement and...

Finding the courage to recover from addiction and other forms of abuse is not an easy thing. Yet, those who are already on their journey to recovery tend to face some struggles with the kind of intervention they are getting. Today’s guest,  Kate Duffy , is passionate about changing the language of recovery after facing her own battle with substance abuse. In this episode, she shares with us t...

Many factors contribute to one person having problems with their mental health, but the one thing all these factors share is that you have to take ownership of these factors and these issues. Taking responsibility for your own mental health is an essential step in the maintenance it takes to ensure that you can bolster your mental wellness, even when things around you go south. James Purpura is th...

Mental illness is a global issue that we must not take for granted. In this episode, Timothy J. Hayes interviews Mitzi Montague-Bauer about her son, Journey – his early life and how mental health issues became part of his life. Mitzi is the Co-founder of Journey’s Dream which is a non-profit that advocates mental health. She is also the author of Journey: A Mother’s Account of Love, Loss and Trans...

Today, host Timothy J. Hayes and guest  Beatrice Birch ,  Inner Fire Founder and Executive Director prove that deep healing is possible even without meds. Beatrice shares how her facility started, what inspired them to set it up, and how they are currently breathing as an organization.  Love the show?  Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Commu...

The human body has been studied for centuries, and still, no one has been able to understand it fully. As technology improves, the recovery and therapy of the body and mind are becoming more and more safe and comfortable. The CEO of  Insight Neurosystems ,  L. Richard Bruursema , talks about the development and positive effects the BAUD (BioAcoustical Utilization Device) has on trauma pa...

Whether you believe it or not, anxiety is a dreadful condition that a lot of people are going through. Everyone is hoping for a complete recovery from anxiety in order to live normal and productive lives. Today’s guest, Corinne Zupko , is someone who has gone from being anxious with constant panic attacks to an amazing person who shares love and guidance for those who are struggling. She is the au...

Integrative medicine has more to it than simply integrating non-medication treatments with medication treatments or conventional care. How does it really differ from conventional medicine? Timothy J. Hayes interviews Dr. Lila Massoumi , the Chair of the American Psychiatric Association Caucus on Complementary and Integrative Psychiatry and the author of the first-ever chapter on Complementary &amp...

In the vast field of mental health and mental illness, the term “psychosis” and the experience of living with such mental illness has been continually stigmatized in society because of the lack of knowledge surrounding it. But things are changing, and intervention for psychosis has become much more holistic as the stigmas associated with psychosis are being dismantled. Catherine Adams is a Senior...

Nowadays, there are so many methods and techniques that various practitioners employ in order to initiate or sustain the process of healing. But one technique that’s often left out of the conversation is healing with sound. Alex Doman is an entrepreneur, bestselling author, music producer, podcast host, and TEDx speaker with twenty-five years’ experience in neurotechnology. Alex speaks to Timothy...

Addiction to alcohol or drugs and trauma are common conditions people experience these days, and battling them can be a horrible journey itself. On today’s show, Timothy J. Hayes interviews Dan Hostetler , MNM, CADC, the Executive Director of Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center . As a self-described “alcoholic in recovery,” Dan shares the services that people like him can use for free or paid...

What is QEEG Neurofeedback, and how does it help in brain function? In this episode, Timothy Hayes interviews Dr. James Kowal, Ph. D., BCN , about his amazing diagnosis and treatment plan for specific psychological and psychiatric disorders, including traumatic brain injuries. Using state-of-the-art technology, Dr. Kowal breaks down their process of quantifying their data for the psychiatrist to d...

Most mental illnesses have no cure, but there are solutions to make a person’s life more functional. Today, Dr. Timothy J. Hayes interviews Mark Hattas , a certified Extreme Focus mental performance coach and an Optimal Being certified executive mentor, about how he found a solution to cure his bipolar disorder. Committed to helping others struggling with similar issues, Mark advocates mentorship...

A part of medicine that is constantly left behind is the lesser-known orthomolecular medicine. But what is it exactly? In this episode,  Dr. Timothy J. Hayes talks to Dr. Albert H. Mensah , the Co-founder of Mensah Medical about orthomolecular medicine. Dr. Mensah gives an overview on orthomolecular medicine and how it can help treat mental health issues, discussing its mechanism and shares e...