Pebble Ripple: Exploring Human Connection through Mental Health

Have you ever noticed how two people can have the same experience and have two totally different perceptions of the experience? For example, one person may look outside when it's raining and think "This is just great, might have known it would rain the day have to be outside for my job" - however, another person might say to themselves "Bummer, I guess I'll need to pack th...

In this episode, I'll talk a little about what's going on in our brain when we have high levels of anxiety. I'll also share a little about the by-pass metaphor and how it describes how we feel when we are ruminating or super anxious when we can't stop the negative thoughts. Lastly, I'll finish up with a 15ish minute body scan. This is one of the best tools to slow the brai...

Join me for a brief and somewhat technical episode examining the relationship between the brain and the gut.  The relationship between the brain and gut health is complex and bidirectional, often referred to as the "gut-brain axis."  Mental Health: There's a strong link between gut health and mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and stress. An imbalance in gut microbio...

This episode was originally aired January 2023. In this episode, we have the pleasure of engaging with Linda Taylor, who will enlighten us on matters of diet and the brain. She also discusses diet and its relationship to the prevention of Alzheimers disease. Come along and learn some helpful information about diet and its connection to brain health. Thanks for listening! Dr. Suzie Dukic pebbleripp...

In this episode, Dr. Suzie Dukic explores what trust in oneself might look like by addressing how we react when everything starts unraveling —events such as a job loss, a broken relationship, and just feeling overwhelmed. She suggested that in times like these, we may ask ourselves “Am I strong enough?” OR “Can I do this?”.   If you're feeling overwhelmed and unsure of your next move, this ep...

In this uplifting episode of Pebble Ripple, we dive deep into the timeless and transformative power of Hope – that quiet force that keeps us moving forward even in the darkest times. Dr. Suzie Dukic explores what hope truly is: not blind optimism or wishful thinking, but a powerful mindset rooted in goals, creative pathways, and inner agency, as defined by psychologist Charles Rick Snyder.  We exa...

Medications and mental health? Are medications a fix-all for anxiety, depression, impulsivity, etc...." Sorry, we can't get by that easy. In this episode, we will examine how medications can help with mental health symptoms. Dr. Steven Hollon, interviewed for an upcoming episode about the brain, discusses medications and therapy. There are a couple of times early-on that you cannot hear...

In this episode, we'll look at diagnosis in mental health. Probably not the most interesting episode, however, detailed information is shared with the listener to help substantiate the process of diagnosis, as well as a little about how clients / patients are diagnosed. Thanks for listening! Dr. Suzie Dukic pebblerippleconnection.com. Stop by my website for free resources or more information:...

I will share my thoughts on why I think that talk therapy works. Keep in mind there are 100's, if not 1000's of theories and modalities that mental health clinicians apply in the therapeutic environment. Therefore, my opinion is not the only perspective of how and why therapy works. Thanks for listening! Dr. Suze Dukic pebblerippleconnection.com. Stop by my website for free resources or...

Welcome to Pebble Ripple This episode will explore the different licensed mental health professionals that work with clients. We'll also explore some of the different techniques / modalities used to help clients address their struggles. Next, we'll look at the different environments clients will see mental health professionals. Lastly, I'll suggest some referral sources to find a me...