The Mental Health & Wellness Show

Burnout, anxiety, and imposter syndrome rarely appear in isolation—they are often the result of unresolved trauma, fractured self-connection, and years of emotional overcompensation. In this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show, I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, sit down with Lisa Skeffington, a multi-award-winning psychotherapist, self-esteem expert, and executive coach with over 25 years of expe...

Burnout isn’t a sign of weakness—it’s a signal that something in your life is out of alignment. In this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show, I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, sit down with empowerment psychologist, wellness consultant, and seven-time author Dr. Rosenna Bakari to explore how high-functioning individuals can reclaim their energy, clarity, and purpose by focusing on alignment and se...

Marketing can make or break a business—especially in healthcare and service-based professions where trust, timing, and connection matter. In this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show , I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, sit down with marketing strategist and Rev Key founder John Sanders to explore how businesses — especially healthcare and service-based professionals — can transform their visibilit...

True healing in mental health goes beyond managing symptoms—it requires understanding, reconnecting, and integrating the root experiences that shape who we are. In this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show, I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, sit down with licensed clinical social worker and trauma therapist Estefana Johnson to explore how trauma-informed care and critical memory integration (CMI) c...

Stress, anxiety, and burnout don’t happen in isolation—they are often rooted in deeper challenges around faith, purpose, and community. On this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show , I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, talk with Christian leadership and mental health coach Eric Gilbert about how faith, intentional action, and community support can help individuals overcome stress, build resilience,...

Welcome to Season 17 of The Mental Health and Wellness Show . This season marks a deeper and more intentional shift in how we talk about success, stress, and sustainability. I’m your host, Dr. Tomi Mitchell , and this season is titled From Burnout to Clarity. I’ll be joined by an inspiring lineup of guests—from high-performing professionals to wellness experts and individuals with lived experience...

So many people feel stuck—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—because they’re operating from limiting beliefs, unresolved trauma, and a lack of alignment between their body, mind, and spirit. In this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show, I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, sit down with human optimization expert and mindset coach Anthony Cudjo, known as Coach Cudjo, to explore what it truly mea...

Burnout doesn’t just steal your energy—it robs you of joy, clarity, and purpose. In this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show, I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, sit down with Michelle Niemeyer, a former litigation attorney turned Wellness Advocate and founder of Michelle Nehemiah Wellness. After experiencing severe burnout and a life-changing health diagnosis, Michelle reinvented her career to hel...

Narcissistic abuse is one of the most confusing and damaging experiences a person can endure. It can chip away at self-esteem, create emotional dependency, and leave survivors questioning their reality. In this transformative episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show , I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, speak with Marcia Williams —licensed therapist, recovery coach, and founder of Passage to Peace™ —abo...

The mental and emotional toll of caregiving is often invisible but deeply felt—especially among clinicians and healthcare workers. In this heartfelt and enlightening episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show , I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, speak with palliative care physician, author, and educator Dr. Delia Chiaramonte about the unique challenges healers face and how we can support our own well-bei...

What if the secret to longevity, graceful aging, and burnout recovery isn’t found in a prescription pad, but in joy itself? In this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show , I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, welcome Dr. Nooshin Darvish— an award-winning naturopathic physician and pioneer in regenerative and longevity medicine—to explore the healing power of joy, faith, and feminine energy. We discuss...

In a world full of quick fixes, what if the key to better mental health was simpler—and more human? On this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show , I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, sit down with psychiatrist Dr. Ahmed Al-Katib for a real conversation on how movement, environment, and authentic connection shape our emotional well-being. Together, we explore why burnout and disconnection are on the...

Physician burnout isn’t just a personal problem—it’s a public health crisis. In this empowering episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show , I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, explore the hidden toll of burnout, compassion fatigue, and unprocessed trauma in medicine with my guest, Dr. Erin Hurley—a board-certified physician, certified coach, and founder of Transformational Doc. Drawing from over 20 years...

Burnout, stress, and early death are becoming far too common among physicians—especially women in healthcare. In this powerful episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show , I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, speak with physician advocate, longevity expert, and women's health leader Dr. Beatriz Olson about reclaiming wellness and embracing a long, vibrant life—starting with mind-body alignment and emo...

Burnout in healthcare isn’t just a personal issue—it’s a systemic crisis that impacts the emotional well-being of providers and the quality of care patients receive. In this powerful episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show , I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, sit down with Dr. Emma Jones, a pediatric oncologist and palliative care physician, to discuss the emotional toll of working in medicine and the...

Leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about authenticity, alignment, and knowing your worth. In this empowering episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show , I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, sit down with leadership coach and former physician Dr. Denée Choice to explore what it truly means to lead with purpose and confidence—especially as a woman in male-dominated spaces like medicine. Together, we unpack...

Behind every physician who leaves medicine is a story of struggle, resilience, and often, a deeper calling. In this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show , I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, have an insightful conversation with Dr. MaryAnn Wilbur—former gynecologic oncologist turned public health strategist and physician advocate—to discuss the systemic challenges driving the physician exodus and ho...

Welcome to Season 16 of The Mental Health and Wellness Show! A new season brings a new focus—and this one is close to my heart. I’m your host, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, and Season 16 is called The Art of Medicine: Keeping the Passion, Losing the Stress, and it’s all about reconnecting with the soul of why we chose this path in the first place. If you're a physician, nurse, therapist, or healthcare p...

Is it possible to move from surviving to thriving—and what does it take to truly bridge that gap? In this powerful Season 15 finale of The Mental Health & Wellness Show, I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, challenge you to move beyond awareness and into empowered, intentional action. This season was all about bridging the gap—between medicine and coaching, burnout and balance, knowledge and action. This...

Are you overwhelmed with information but struggling to take action when it comes to your wellness journey? In this powerful solo episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show, I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, get real about the gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it. We live in a world that’s information-rich but action-poor. Despite having access to endless mental health tips, self-care...

What does wellness truly mean, and how can coaching transform not just healthcare, but also leadership, mentorship, and personal growth? In this empowering episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show, I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, explore how integrating coaching techniques into everyday life—whether you're a physician, coach, or leader—can lead to deeper relationships, personal accountability,...

Mental health struggles like anxiety, depression, and ADHD don’t appear out of nowhere—they often stem from deeper, unresolved emotional needs. In this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show, I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, sit down with psychologist and leadership coach Dr. Ardeshir Mehran to explore the critical role of emotional connection in mental well-being. We discuss how parents can shift...

Burnout is an all-too-common struggle for healthcare professionals, but it doesn’t have to define your career. What if burnout could be a turning point instead of an endpoint? In this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show, I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, am joined by Dr. Amruti Borad —concierge osteopathic family medicine physician, TEDx speaker, and physician coach—to explore her personal journe...

When it comes to mental health, we often focus on stress, sleep, and nutrition—but what about the air we breathe? In this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show, I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, sit down with Mike Dillon , founder of Air Water Healing, to explore a crucial yet overlooked factor in wellness: indoor air quality. As a wellness advocate and entrepreneur, Mike shares his mission to help...

Is healthcare just about treating symptoms, or can it be a pathway to personal growth and empowerment? In this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show, I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, explore the vital role of coaching in healthcare and how patient-centered care and personal development go hand in hand. In this episode, you’ll learn: • How coaching enhances patient outcomes through mindset shifts,...