Head Inside Mental Health
Todd Weatherly, Therapeutic Consultant and behavioral health expert hosts #Head-Inside Mental Health featuring conversations about mental health and substance use treatment with experts from across the country sharing their thoughts and insights on the world of behavioral health care.
Episodes
In this episode we interview Dr. Sarah Anderson, professor at Midwestern University and mental health occupational therapist, who unveils the powerful intersection of neurodiversity and recovery in this intriguing conversation.
With neurodivergent individuals making up a significant portion of those struggling with addiction, Dr. Anderson's expertise couldn't be more timely. She explains how ADHD, a...
The fight for adequate mental health coverage can feel overwhelming, especially when insurance companies deny care that clinicians deem necessary. Joe Feldman turned his personal battle into a mission when his child's residential treatment was denied coverage through fabricated documentation. After winning a federal lawsuit, he created Cover My Mental Health to help others navigate the same challenging landscape....
Shattering misconceptions about eating disorders leads us to a profound realization: these complex conditions aren't about control—they're about safety. This conversation with Jennifer Stanger, a therapeutic consultant specializing in eating disorder treatment and intervention, reveals why traditional approaches often fail and what truly works for lasting recovery.
Drawing from both personal and pro...
What happens when young people grow up deprived of essential experiences that previous generations took for granted? Dr. Danny Recio, TedX Pura Vida Speaker, Co-Founder of New Summit Academy, Program Director for The Bridge Young Adult Gap Program, and Co-Founder of the Supportive Immersion Institute in Costa Rica, introduces us to the concept of "experiential deprivation" and its profound impact on mental h...
The digital landscape has created an entirely new frontier for sexual violence, one that leaves lasting trauma without physical contact. In this eye-opening conversation with Dr. Kristen Zaleski, Chief Clinical Officer for the Mental Health Collective and recognized expert on sexual violence, we explore the disturbing world of technology-facilitated sexual violence and AI-generated pornography.
What began as ...
Trauma doesn't discriminate. Whether physical or psychological, it can disrupt lives and leave us feeling isolated in our suffering. But what if our darkest experiences could become a bridge to helping others?
Seantae Jackson never expected to become an advocate for trauma survivors. Then came the day her family's vehicle was struck head-on at a combined vehicle speed of 160 mph on a desolate Wyomin...
When David McNeese sought treatment for his own substance use in 2012, he had no idea it would lead him to pioneer an innovative recovery program that challenges traditional approaches. What began as a passion project with no financial backing—literally living in the basement of their first recovery house—has evolved into a sophisticated clinical program incorporating adventure therapy, martial arts, and holistic appr...
Every parent knows the heart-wrenching reality: you're only as happy as your least happy child. Attorney Laura Sundberg knows this terrain intimately. With over three decades of legal expertise in trusts and estates, she found herself navigating unfamiliar territory when her son developed severe clinical depression and anxiety. What began as mysterious medical symptoms evolved into a complex mental health journey...
What happens when we shift our focus from "fixing" young adults to understanding the family systems that shape them? Dr. Vaughn Heath and Steve Roth of the Arise Society join host Todd Weatherly in this groundbreaking conversation exploring how anxiety moves through family systems like electricity through a circuit, with parents often functioning as "capacitors" and struggling young adults becoming...
In this deeply insightful conversation we welcome Dr. Jack Hinman, founder of Engage Transitions, and Eric Fawson, Clinical Director at Elements Wilderness Treatment Program, to explore how our earliest relationships create templates that shape our connections throughout life. Both experts bring unique perspectives from their extensive work with young adults and families navigating mental health challenges in therapeu...
Dr. Michael Gurian, New York Times bestselling author of 32 books, takes us deep into the crisis facing boys today with his latest book "Boys: A Rescue Plan" where he offers a roadmap for raising healthy and fulfilled men. This conversation reveals what Dr. Gurian calls "a mismatch of the male brain with our systems." Drawing from neurobiological research, he demonstrates how male brains develop an...
A lawyer-turned-therapist opens up about watching family members struggle through addiction and mental health challenges while navigating her own recovery journey. Heidi Stewart, who works at the Aegis First Episode Psychosis Clinic in Asheville, NC, shares profound insights from both sides of the treatment equation.
Heidi challenges the "tough love" approach that permeates American attitudes toward...
Dr. John Santopietro never planned to become a leader in mental healthcare transformation, but after witnessing systemic failures firsthand, he couldn't stay on the sidelines.
From his unique beginnings working in a family fish market where he observed countless personality types, through his Quaker education emphasizing introspection – Dr. Santopietro's path to psychiatry reveals how personal exper...
Dr. Michael Groat, President and CEO of the Lindner Center of Hope, talks with us this week about how therapeutic communities break free from traditional care silos and embraces a truly integrated approach.
Our conversation explores how the Lindner Center's unique continuum of care—from acute hospitalization to residential treatment and outpatient services—creates seamless transitions for patients naviga...
The delicate balance between mental health medications and addiction treatment remains one of healthcare's most challenging terrains. Lisa Wheeler, PA-C, brings her 30+ years of experience to this conversation, sharing how her journey into addiction medicine revealed both her passion for helping marginalized populations and the systemic problems preventing truly integrated care.
Wheeler's refreshing...
Discover the transformative journey of Dr. Wendy Oliver-Pyatt, a trailblazer in mental health and eating disorder treatment. From her formative training at NYU Bellevue Hospital to her influential role as Nevada's Medical Director for Mental Health and Disability Services, Dr. Oliver-Pyatt's career is a masterclass in pioneering compassionate care. We explore how her unique blend of psychodynamic therapy and...
What if a single medication could revolutionize the treatment of thought disorder and psychosis? Join us as we invite Dr. David Pickar and the team he supports at Help in the Home back to the show to explore the potential of a new anti-psychotic medication approved by the FDA, Cobenfy. Setting itself apart by targeting the brain's cholinergic system and M1 and M4 receptors, Cobenfy sets a promising a new pathway...
What happens when a hurricane hits not just the physical landscape but also the heart and mind of a community? Join us on this compelling episode of Head Inside Mental Health, where we sit down with Dr. Eric Levine, President and CEO of CooperRiis, to discover the resiliency of community during a disaster. Eric shares his firsthand experiences, detailing the immense impact the storm had on the community in Asheville a...
What if the rapidly increasing potency of cannabis is silently fueling a mental health crisis? Join us on Head Inside Mental Health as we sit down with Dr. Rocco Marotta, a distinguished psychiatrist and neurologist with Silver Hill Hospital, to unravel the intricate link between cannabis use and psychosis. Dr. Marotta shares his compelling journey from a liberal perspective on cannabis to a tale of caution, shaped by...
Tragedy and triumph define the deeply personal journey of Jordan Lewis, an attorney who has made it his mission to champion mental health parity. Listen as Jordan opens up about loss and the journey of a parent with children in recovery from alcoholism and substance use. The episode offers an intimate glimpse into the complexities of family, the resilience needed for recovery, and the relentless pursuit of advocacy in...
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