The Mental Health & Wellness Show

Are you struggling to navigate career transitions or feeling uncertain about your next professional move? Career reinvention isn’t just about changing jobs—it’s about mindset, networking, and continuous growth. In this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show, I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, sat down with career transition coach John Tarnoff to explore the key strategies for overcoming career obstac...

Are psychiatric medications the only path to mental wellness? What if there was a way to heal naturally and regain balance? In this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show , I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, sit down with holistic psychiatrist Dr. Alice Lee to explore her integrative approach to mental health. Dr. Lee shares how she combines conventional psychiatry with functional, nutritional, and e...

What does wellness mean to you? Is it simply the absence of illness, or is there more to it? In this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show, I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, challenge the conventional definition of wellness and explore how small, consistent habits can transform your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why wellness is more than just the absence...

Are you striving to be a more effective leader? Leadership is more than a title—it’s about influence, adaptability, and growth. In this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show , I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, sit down with leadership coach Kelly Hirn to explore the essential qualities of effective leadership, breaking down traditional gender norms and highlighting the power of self-awareness. In t...

Welcome to The Mental Health and Wellness Show —the podcast where I, Dr. Tomi Mitchell, a board-certified physician, burnout specialist, and wellness advocate, help professionals, leaders, and high achievers reclaim their health, happiness, and productivity. Burnout is a growing challenge for high-achieving professionals, from physicians to executives. Managing mental health for professionals, imp...

In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Lena Suarez-Angelino, a bilingual licensed clinical social worker, special-needs mom, and the author of The Anger Management Workbook for Moms. Lena's story is both inspiring and eye-opening as she discusses the unique challenges of caregiving, particularly for parents of children with special needs, and how she has worked to turn those ch...

In this enlightening episode, I had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Lorre Laws, an integrative nursing professor and trauma burnout expert. Dr. Laws shares her inspiring journey, beginning her career at just 14 in a skilled nursing facility and evolving into a powerful advocate for healthcare professionals. As the founder of the Haelan Academy and author of Nursing Our Healer's Heart, she emphasi...

In this empowering episode, I am thrilled to welcome Grace Redman , a dynamic entrepreneur, success coach and a motivational speaker who was recently recognized as one of the top 5 women-owned businesses in her area for 2024. Together, we dive deep into the power of confidence, resilience, and the mindset necessary to navigate life’s challenges and rise above self-limiting beliefs, particularly th...

In this episode, I am joined by the incredible Dr. Maiysha Clairborne,  an Integrative Physician, Thought Leader, Master Trainer of Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) and Hypnosis. Founder of the Mind ReMapping Co. she helps coaches and healthcare professionals create dramatic results in the lives of others by helping them move past their internal fears, limiting beliefs & undesired behaviors s...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Joel Bennett, PhD , President of Organizational Wellness and Learning Systems (OWLs), about the crucial topics of burnout, personal awakening, and the importance of a healthy workplace culture. Reflecting on my own journey, I shared how I once found myself caught in the relentless cycle of work, measuring my days in dollars rather than exper...

In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Olivia Ong , an incredible physician and personal healing advocate who has walked the path of burnout and emerged stronger. We dive deep into her story—a powerful journey from exhaustion and overwhelm to healing and finding balance by reconnecting with her nervous system. Dr. Ong shares her firsthand experience of what it’s like to be consu...

In this episode, I had the incredible privilege of sitting down with Dr. Rhonda Simmons , founder of The Simmons Empowerment Foundation, Inc. (TSEFI), to discuss an inspiring and heartfelt journey through burnout, purpose, and compassion. Dr. Simmons is an advocate for teen moms and families, and her work is transforming communities in the U.S. and even as far as Nairobi, Kenya. During our convers...

I’m thrilled to introduce the remarkable Dr. Josel Doyle , a double board-certified neonatologist and pediatrician. Dr. Doyle is an inspiring figure whose personal and professional journey has made her a passionate advocate for neonatal care, particularly in her homeland of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. As the founder and CEO of JAAD's Purpose, she combines her medical expertise with philan...

In this engaging episode , I sit down with Sheryl Green , a passionate advocate for healthy boundaries and author, to discuss the essential connection between boundaries and burnout prevention. Sheryl and I explore the profound ways boundaries impact our mental health, self-esteem, and resilience, especially in the face of demands from others. Sheryl introduces her "PECK" method—Pause, E...

This season of The Mental Health and Wellness Show is all about empowering you on your wellness journey. As a physician, mental health advocate, and coach, I’m excited to explore a wide range of topics that directly impact our mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. Together, we’ll dive deep into critical issues like burnout, especially among women in high-stakes careers such as med...

In this powerful episode of The Mental Health and Wellness Show, I sit down with the incredible Alreen Haeggquist , a renowned lawyer, author and a passionate advocate for survivors of abuse to have an honest and eye-opening discussion about trauma, healing, and reclaiming your power. Alreen shares her personal journey of overcoming abuse, offering a compelling look into how trauma impacts us deep...

In this insightful episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show, I sit down with Dr. Patricia Schneider , a leading expert in functional medicine, to discuss the transformative power of treating the whole person rather than just focusing on symptoms. Dr. Schneider takes us through the fundamentals of functional medicine, exploring how this approach digs deep to uncover the root causes of chron...

In this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show, I’m thrilled to be joined by Nina Cruz , a certified conscious parenting coach, who shares transformative strategies for building deeper, more meaningful connections with your children through mindful parenting. Nina’s approach emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and inner work, urging parents to look inward as they navigate the cha...

In this episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show, we dive deep into the critical topic of boundaries—how to set them, enforce them, and maintain them in all areas of life. I’m joined by the insightful "The Queen of Boundaries" Dana Skaggs , a psychotherapist and boundary coach, who shares practical advice on navigating relationships with individuals who may exhibit narcissistic t...

Join me as we explore the transformative power of resilience with special guest Hussama Shamroz , an empowerment strategist with an inspiring story of overcoming adversity. In this episode, Hussama opens up about her journey from confronting her son's hearing impairment to battling stage three breast cancer amid the challenges of a pandemic. Despite facing immense hurdles, she found the stren...

In this episode of The Mental Health and Wellness Show, I had the pleasure of speaking with Lauriann Greene , a dedicated coach and expert who brings a wealth of personal experience to the topic of hair loss—a deeply emotional and often misunderstood challenge. Lauriann shares her journey of living with hair loss for over 40 years, offering a unique perspective that blends her expertise as a medic...

In this thought-provoking episode of The Mental Health & Wellness Show, join me as I sit down with the inspiring Michelle Burke , a seasoned wellness coach and advocate, to explore the complexities of life’s challenges and how we can navigate them with grace and resilience. Michelle shares her personal journey, detailing how she turned moments of loss and uncertainty into opportunities for gro...

In this episode of the Mental Health and Wellness Show, I have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Andrea Maxim , a naturopathic doctor and mindset coach dedicated to helping women overcome health anxiety and embrace their full potential. Dr. Maxim shares her journey from initially pursuing conventional medicine to discovering her true calling in naturopathic medicine—a path inspired by her personal...

Welcome to an empowering episode featuring Julia Blackwell, a leading fascia release practitioner and educator, and the visionary behind The Fascia Remedy. With over a decade of experience, Julia has been instrumental in helping professional athletes and everyday movers optimize movement, reconnect with their bodies, and tap into their innate self-healing abilities. Julia's journey to discove...

In this deeply moving episode of "The Mental Health & Wellness Show," I have the honor of conversing with the remarkable Dr. Jan Canty, a psychologist, author, and survivor of homicide. Dr. Canty's life took an unexpected and devastating turn when her husband was murdered, thrusting her into the chaotic and often misunderstood world of homicide survivorship. Today, she shares he...