Welcome to another episode of The Mindful Haven, the podcast where healing, awareness, and hope take center stage. In today’s episode, we’re taking our conversation to a powerful intersection of film and advocacy as we dive into the creation and impact of "Finding Nicole," a movie inspired by the true story of Nicole Beverly, a survivor, advocate, and clinical social worker whose courage is changing lives.
This episode features three outstanding actors from the film: Katie Wallen, who steps into the shoes of Nicole; Mari G, who plays Warren Beverly, and Blanca Blanco, who portrays Catarina Lopez. Together, they share their behind-the-scenes experiences bringing such a sensitive, real-life story to the screen, their emotional preparations, the challenges of depicting complex trauma, and how storytelling can drive empathy and education around domestic violence and mental health recovery.
As we explore the healing power of film, our guests reflect on the importance of compassion, breaking through stigma, and the crucial message that survivors are never alone. Whether you’re a survivor, a supporter, or simply looking to understand more about holistic healing, this conversation will leave you inspired, informed, and hopeful.
Let’s step into the story and discover how courageous storytelling can light the way toward awareness and change.
Timestamps:
00:00 "Portraying Nicole Beverly Authentically"
06:18 "Therapist's Role in Healing"
09:31 Understanding Victims’ Perspectives
12:07 Film Shows Complex Trauma Journey
16:47 Masculinity Misunderstood Today
19:38 "Everyone's Story: Ending Silence"
23:34 Normalizing Seeking Help for Mental Health
24:50 "Strength in Asking for Help"
27:20 "Overcoming Trauma through Hope"
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Pierre Aristide - Impireum Co-Founder - LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierre-aristide-impireum/
Nadia McFarlane MD, Chief Medical Officer at Impireum - https://impireum.com/nadia-mcfarlane/
TopHealth - https://tophealth.care/
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