On What Brings You In... Season 2: Episode 5.3: Military and Mental Health Part 3 Veteran suicide rates are skyrocketing. Unfortunately, there are many families and veterans who are all too familiar with the staggering statistic that on average, 22 veterans a day die from suicide. When active, our military is taught to ignore emotions, focus on the mission, and not to stop until the job is done. Yet, when these same individuals are no  longer actively serving, they are often met with a reality they are unprepared to face. In this episode, I welcome Dave and Stacey Campisano who own and op ..read more

On What Brings You In... Season 2: Episode 5.2: Military and Mental Health Part 2 Danielle Karber, a Primary Care Provider at the VA, joins us in the studio to continue the second sequence of our discussion on military and mental health. Danielle also gives us foresight into what it is like being married to an active member of our armed forces. This episode is loaded with fantastic advice, and empathy, while truly highlighting the career of working as a helping professional. On What Brings You In... has been recognized by FeedSpot as one of Tampa's Top 30 Podcasts! Check out the link to find o ..read more

On What Brings You In... Season 2: Episode 5.1: Military and Mental Health Part 1 Too often those who willingly give the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms are the same people we cast away in society when mental health issues arise. This is often attributed to limited resources, overall mental health stigma, and a lack of awareness for our active military personnel and veterans. Join me in this three-part episode, where we discuss military and mental health with three separate individuals with in-depth military experience. First up, Kate Honan, ex-air force who served an extended deployment i ..read more

On What Brings You In... Season 2:  Episode 4: “Not today, Anxiety, Not Today: General Anxiety and Mental Health.”  Anxiety is a constantly revolving phenomenon, and it surrounds us daily, even when we are not aware of it. Most mental health disorders, challenges, and maintenance begin when high levels of anxiety are present. In this episode, Sarah Trembley, LMHC, and I take a closer look at what anxiety is and how it can easily be influenced by our environment, stress levels, and even unresolved childhood trauma. Sarah also shares effective strategies for managing anxiety with quick ..read more

Let’s face it, relationships can be hard! Out of the billions of potential partners in the world, we pick one person (or sometimes multiple) to create a lifestyle with, potentially marry, start a family, and be open to on a deeply personal, emotional, and intimate level. Inevitably, challenges will arise, but how do we handle ourselves and our partners during these moments? Join Amy Dickson, LCSW, and myself as we explore effective communication strategies within relationships, how to manage our own mental health while balancing the responsibilities of life, and the sometimes comical yet rivet ..read more

On What Brings You In...Episode 2: Let’s Focus on Mama: Mental health and Postpartum Depression This courageous episode shares common mental health cases after the birth of a child. Postpartum depression impacts 70-80% of women after childbirth, and this is not including undocumented cases, like the one presented by guest Angela Fout. We also welcome back Erica-Jayne Dalquhist, LMHC, to explore symptoms, treatment plans, and current research in postpartum clients, and what you can do as a recent, expecting, or current mother or partner to generate an effective after-birth care plan ..read more

Welcome to Season 2! Men's Mental Health Awareness, Continued. Greetings and thank you for tuning in for an all-new and exciting second season! This episode begins with some delightful personal news, as well as the guest I have been waiting for…a man willing to talk about mental health! This important episode covers some of the vulnerabilities of men, why men see counseling as a weakness, and how we can overcome this stigma to live more productive and fulfilling lives! Join AJ Payne and myself for this funny, insightful, and essential first episode ..read more

In this episode, I am joined by Christina Baker, who bravely shares her story of alcohol use disorder and how this has impacted her overall mental health. We live in a society where alcohol is not only convenient, but it is glorified. The ever-winding and rollercoaster-like path to sobriety is no easy task, and this episode will address the importance of showing compassion to those maintaining a sober lifestyle, the effects of alcohol on behavior, and the overall psychological effects of alcohol.  ..read more

Welcome to my first episode! Some may find it strange to consider mental health in the workplace, yet, for many of us, this is where we spend most of our time juggling relationships, handling stress, and managing our time.  Furthermore, with the onset of COVID normalizing working from home, many of us are literally bringing our work into our home dwelling.  Accompany Andrea Honan, a local entrepreneur, and myself as we discuss the importance of being aware of our mental health in the workplace, ways to handle the anxiety of our work culture, and how to manage our mental health throug ..read more

After hearing a past episode about mental health issues among members of the LGBTQIA+ community, a fellow listener, Kayla Woodera, reached out to share her story. Gather with us as we discuss her experience as a college athlete living in a rural area who overcame her obstacles and has now become a mental health advocate ..read more