Sarah Ozycz, MS, LMFT

The Say More Podcast

Health EN ↓ 6 episodes

Mission: The Say More Podcast mission is simple: to destigmatize behavioral health . While services exist across our communities and throughout the state of MA, we still face a critical gap in awareness, understanding, and action. Unfortunately, stigma, shame, and fear remain some of the most persistent barriers preventing people from seeking care or speaking openly about their experiences. We owe our communities better. We must challenge and replace the unhealthy narratives that keep people feeling stuck and isolated. Normalizing behavioral health isn’t just a public health priority, it’s a c...

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Sarah Ozycz, MS, LMFT

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Episode 6 - Jim Maley: from college basketball athlete to inspiring mental health advocate 23.06.2026 1:03:11

Welcome back to the Say More Podcast! In this episode, Sarah Ozycz, MS, LMFT is joined by a relentless mental health advocate and inspiring guest, Jim Maley. Jim shares his story playing basketball at the college level, the impact depression had on his basketball career, and how he turned his story of struggle, strength and resilience into hope for others. Jim now speaks publicly about his mental...

Episode 5 - Risa Cohen: retired detox registered nurse, and maintaining dignity serving others 18.06.2026 46:50

Welcome back to the Say More Podcast! In this episode, Sarah Ozycz, MS, LMFT is joined by her former work mom and best friend, Risa Cohen, a retired addiction and detox registered nurse. Risa shares her career in nursing, specifically in the addictions field providing medication for those who struggled with substance use disorders. We explore myths, insights, lessons learned, and she shares her me...

Episode 4 - David Duff: navigating layoffs, fatherhood and toxic masculinity 12.06.2026 1:03:54

Welcome back to the Say More Podcast! In this episode, Sarah is joined by another fantastic guest, David Duff, who shares his journey navigating a layoff, fatherhood and how he challenges toxic masculinity culture. He explores what resources have been helpful in managing his mental health and the importance of connecting with community. Trigger warning: death of a pet is discussed. Host Bio: Sara...

Episode 3 - Jessy Bouchard: bipolar, addiction and life in recovery as a United States Navy veteran 03.06.2026 50:18

Welcome back to the Say More Podcast! In this episode, Sarah Ozycz, MS, LMFT is joined by an incredible guest, Jessy Bouchard, a United States Navy veteran. We explore his transition to civilian life, his journey with mental health and substance use, and his life today in recovery. Jessy shares his pathway to service connection, his message for other service members and veterans impacted by mental...

Episode 2 - Jeff Roy: depression, addiction, and life in recovery as a distance runner 30.05.2026 57:00

Welcome back to the Say More Podcast! In this episode, Sarah Ozycz, MS, LMFT is joined by a guest, Jeff, who shares his journey with mental health, his relationship with substances and his life now in long term recovery. He explores why it might be difficult for men to share openly about behavioral health and his greatest outlet for sobriety. This is an episode you don't want to miss! Trigger warn...

Welcome to the Say More Podcast! 21.05.2026 7:54

Welcome to the Say More Podcast! In this episode, Sarah introduces you to the Say More Podcast, her professional background, the mission of the podcast, and why she created this space. Her mission is simple, to destigmatize behavioral health and the conversations around it. This space is where mental health meets real life, where real people come together to connect and understand that behavioral...