On Your Mind
What’s on your mind? Are you or a loved one struggling with mental health challenges? Do you have a specific personal or professional interest in mental health? Perhaps you are looking to build mental and emotional resiliency. The On Your Mind podcast by Journey’s Dream brings together professionals in the field who are successfully supporting people through mental health challenges to a place of true and lasting well-being. Here you will find hope and inspiration. You will walk away with practical tools and pathways to innovative, effective solutions. Connect to a community who believes you can be well and will support you moving from a place of fear to a place of opportunity.Every week, our host Timothy J. Hayes, Psy.D, will be joined by practitioners, thought leaders, and experts in the field of mental health who offer solutions, actual next steps, and tangible tools. In addition to professionals, the podcast will feature individuals sharing their own inspirational stories of transformation and recovery. About Journey’s Dream –Anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive–compulsive disorder, suicide, psychosis, eating disorders, behavioral disorders, trauma. These are just some of the mental health challenges experienced by people of all ages, races, and social classes. The non-profit organization, Journey’s Dream, was founded on the belief that restoring wellness involves more than recovering from symptoms and that mental health challenges can be opportunities for personal transformation. Journey’s Dream is a portal to a world of mental health solutions, including:- Practitioner Network: access to a global network of professional who practice functional medicine and integrative mental health care, and who believe that mental illness can be temporary. – Digital Solutions Portal: a collection of tools, programs, and resources that have been used to bring about mental wellness.- Mentoring Program: a community of skilled mentors and peers who have experienced healing following trauma and mental health challenges.- Public Education: At Journey’s Dream we are passionate about changing the narrative around mental illness; shifting the conversation from one of fear and struggle to one of hope and solutions. This is achieved through the On Your Mind podcast and blog, three books published by our founders and local/national speaking engagements.- Optimal Being Program: The founders of Journey’s Dream have invested more than $1,000,000 of private funding to develop, implement and refine a state-of-the-art, multimedia experience called the Optimal Being® program. About Our Host —-Timothy J. Hayes, Psy.D., is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in private practice in Crystal Lake, Illinois. With 44+ years of experience supporting individuals and families, Dr. Hayes integrates mind/body techniques into a client-friendly model that emphasizes how people possess within themselves the resources necessary to deal effectively with a wide variety of problems and challenges.Through therapy and support groups, Dr. Hayes has helped countless individuals and families. Offering “cutting edge” mental health services, he integrates some of the newest and most effective approaches into a results-oriented therapy style. Dr. Hayes employs such tools as EMDR (trauma reduction technique), Depth Oriented Brief Therapy Training (Coherence Therapy), Neuro-Emotional Technique (NET), the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), and the Bio-Energetic Synchronization Technique (BEST).In addition to his role as therapist and parenting expert, he speaks professionally on a wide variety of topics related to mental health, relationships, and the mind/body connection.
Episodes
Imagine if your self-sabotaging inner voices could transform into playful characters that actually guide you to success and flow? That's exactly the intriguing journey explored with Kristina Driskill, DMA, a consultant and transformational coach who brings a unique blend of opera, academia, and Positive Intelligence to her work. Kristina shares her p...
Many medical practitioners find themselves overwhelmed with the long list of work they have to accomplish every single day, burdened further by their responsibility to save lives. Dr. Jordan Barber offers them a clear and actionable roadmap to make their careers more authentic and meaningful thr...
Nonviolent Communication isn’t some fluffy ideal—it’s a real, down-to-earth skill you can use every day to transform your relationships. Today, we’re diving into the nitty-gritty of how to express yourself authentically and listen deeply with Micah Salaberrios, author of "The Art of Nonviolent Communication
Even though our traumatic experiences happened a long time ago, their grip on our lives is sometimes still too tight to be ignored. This usually prevents us from accessing joy and hope, making it so much harder to tap into our positive emotions. Timothy J. Hayes sits down with MaryCatherine McDonald, Ph.D.
If you’ve ever felt stuck in self-sabotage—whether through procrastination, perfectionism, or people-pleasing—this episode is for you. Dr. Tim sits down with Carol Look , the author of The Yes Code: Transforming Sabotage into Success Read more
Embodied code-switching is more than just shifting languages—it's a deep, somatic experience of navigating cultural identities through movement, awareness, and presence. In this captivating episode, Timothy Hayes speaks with Marcia Bonato Warren, a trauma-informed body psychotherapist and the in...
What if I told you that 75% of all mental health care in the U.S. is handled by primary care doctors—most of whom were never trained to recognize or treat mental health conditions? In this eye-opening episode, we're joined by Dr. Robert C. Smith, University Distinguished Professor and author of ...
Addressing trauma, addiction, and depression does not always require medication. Sometimes, staying engaged through proactive healing methods is the best way to treat such circumstances. Joining Timothy J. Hayes, Psy.D is Beatrice Birch, Founder, ED, and Director of t...
Conflict can be one of life’s most challenging puzzles, especially when emotions run high. Host Timothy J. Hayes welcomes Karleen Savage, a seasoned hostage negotiator, to delve into the tools and strategies used to diffuse tension, foster understanding, and transform conflicts into opportunitie...
Understanding how we change begins with challenging the stigma around mental health and rethinking traditional approaches to recovery. Timothy J. Hayes hosts a conversation with Dr. Ross Ellenhorn, who shares his groundbreaking methods for helping individuals navigate psychiatric and substance u...
Ever felt like your habits control you? The MyDry30 app offers a unique approach to changing your relationship with alcohol. Join Timothy J. Hayes as he interviews clinical psychologist Silvia Subirana, who shares her personal journey and insights into the mind-body connection. Discover how this...
Being diagnosed with cancer means dealing with all kinds of pain and undergoing a lot of life-draining treatments. But this illness should not diminish your very own power but instead unlock a stronger version of yourself. Timothy J. Hayes sits down with Shariann Tom, Founder and President of The Cancer Journey Institute
Civility is the foundation for a truly inclusive and high-performing workplace. This episode features Sejal Thakkar, Chief Civility Officer at TrainXtra, who shares her passion for creating more positive and respectful work...
Cognitive bias influences every decision we make, even without us realizing it. In this enlightening conversation, Timothy J. Hayes, Psy.D is joined by Matthew Cahill, founder of The Percipio Company, to uncover the hidden ways bias shapes workplaces and relationships. From exploring the five most common cognitive biases to discussing strategies for fostering inclusion and belonging, their conversation o...
In this episode, host Timothy J. Hayes sits down with Michael Caven, an inspiring individual who has lived a life full of unique adventures and challenges, including co-founding the first LGBTQ-themed restaurant in the United States and confronting a predator in his high school, a pivotal moment in his journey of overcoming sexual abuse. From the beaches of Vietnam, ...
In this powerful episode, Dr. Mark Horowitz sheds light on one of the most challenging and often misunderstood aspects of mental health treatment: the journey of withdrawing from antidepressants and other psychiatric drugs. Through candid conversation, Dr. Horowitz shares his personal struggle with withdrawal, the physical and emotional impacts he faced, and how his experiences ignited a passion to help others navigate this path. T...
Dr. Timothy J. Hayes chats with Michele Molitor, author of Perfectly Flawsome: How Embracing Imperfection Makes Us Better. Together, they discuss the importance of overcoming perfectionism and embracing every single flaw th...
Dr. Tracy McCarthy, a functional medicine-trained psychiatrist, explores a refreshing perspective on mental health. Dr. McCarthy dives into the functional medicine approach, focusing on root causes, inflammation, and holistic lifestyle changes rather than conventional medication-heavy solutions. Discover how nutrition, gut health, and lifestyle adjustments can offer ...
In this episode, join the conversation as we explore the journey to living a healthy life amidst the challenges of our modern world. Sue Muncaster shares personal insights and professional experiences on navigating stress, maintaining well-being, and embracing purpose in times of uncertainty. Discover how Sue’s work with conscious capitalism and community-based initi...
Stories convey far more levels of depth and richness than simply discussing things at a logical or literal level. Anita Johnston, Ph.D. therefore uses folktales, myths, and fables to help people deal with various eating disorders. She joins Timothy J. Hayes, Psy.D to present her book, “Eating in the Light of the Moon,” which explores th...
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