Mental Perk
Real people...Real Issues...Real Talk. Destigmatizing misconceptions about mental health and encourage conversations about tough topics. We understand all of us are impacted by the effects of mental health in different ways. We want to highlight guests who are winning the battle, their very real struggles, and how honest talk can change the way we view mental health. We want everyone to know "You're Worthy...We're in this together".
Episodes
On today’s Mental Perk, we sit down with Peri Rose—a powerhouse in branding and real estate whose real-life story is raw, real, and radically resilient. From childhood bullying and toxic relationships to traumatic workplace assaults, Peri’s path wasn’t paved with ease—but with courage. Just three months into a dream relationship, she found herself pregnant and alone, when her partner was incarcerated the same day they...
In this episode, Brandi and Karla dive deep into the struggles of getting back into the office after being forced to work from home. They talk about the challenges of re-adjusting to office life and share exciting details about their upcoming online training course to help you get back into the swing of things full-time!
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Today on Mental Perk, we’re joined by Chris Jones—a Dallas native whose journey from the boxing ring to the boardroom is all about grit, growth, and heart. Once a fighter, now a leader in roofing and life, Chris brings discipline, resilience, and real talk to everything he does. From training others to building his business, to raising a beautiful family—Chris shows us that the fight doesn’t end in the ring. Let’s div...
From New York to Nevada, Texas to Tennessee—y’all showed UP with the real questions about anxiety, depression, burnout, boundaries, and everything in between. 🙌
In this powerful Q&A episode, Karla and Brandi dive into raw, relatable mental health questions sent in from listeners all over the United States.
💥 No filter. No fluff. Just real talk that might be exactly what you needed to hear today.
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Today’s episode is all about healing with paws and purpose. 🐾
We’re joined by Traci Pryor from the Pet Partners Therapy Animal Program to talk about how YOU and your pet can become a therapy animal team and bring real comfort to those who need it most. From hospitals to schools, this volunteer opportunity is changing lives one tail wag at a time. 🐶🐱
✨ Whether it’s a dog, cat, or s...
Amber DeWitt’s birth story turned into a fight for her life. What was supposed to be a peaceful water birth in a birthing center quickly turned into an emergency C-section and life-threatening complications. After battling sepsis shock, multiple surgeries, and months of recovery, Amber is sharing her journey of healing, faith, and mental health struggles.
In this raw and emotional testimony, Amber opens up about the tr...
Meet Bridgette King: wife of 30 years to Travis, mom to Lydia, Emily, and Ryan, mother-in-law to Noah, and Honey to Joshua. As an assistant principal in a top-tier school district, Bridgette balances her passion for education with a deep commitment to family and faith.
But Bridgette's journey took an unexpected turn in 2004 when she was diagnosed with HHT (Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia), a rare genetic dis...
Join us as we welcome our inspiring guest, Carter Kindla (@carterkindla)! Carter is a college student at the University of Texas at Arlington, majoring in Audio Production and a proud member of the university band. Beyond academics, Carter is passionate about health, wellness, and mental resilience—spending time at the gym with friends, enjoying outdoor walks with music, and living a life committed to growth.
Through p...
Navigating Mental Health as a Single Mom to a Child with Special Needs
This week on Mental Perk, we sit down with Faith Longbottom—a resilient single mom and passionate mental health advocate. Faith opens up about her personal journey navigating the highs and lows of mental health while raising a child with special needs.
Through raw and honest conversation, Faith shares how her struggles became the foundation for her a...
In today’s episode, Brandi and Karla dive into a powerful and essential conversation:
How Women Can Protect Themselves—covering everything from self-defense tips and situational awareness to what it really means to feel safe, prepared, and confident in today’s world.
We’re also talking about our exciting upcoming event—UNSTOPPABLE: A Day of Empowerment for Women, happening May 17th, 2025! 💥
This one-day expe...
Coming Wednesday! Episode 67
Amy Land is a survivor, advocate, and entrepreneur who has spent the last 20 years in Western North Carolina—seven of those in Brevard. Alongside her husband of 32 years, she’s served in full-time ministry and helped launch Grace Brevard Church. As a top-producing fitness trainer and founder of PurplPlace, Amy brings over 16 years of experience in personal training and holistic wellness.
In this thought-provoking episode, Karla and Brandi tackle a question that’s becoming more relevant every day: Can artificial intelligence take the place of a human therapist? 🤖🧠
With the rise of mental health apps and tools like ChatGPT, many people are turning to AI for support, guidance, and even emotional validation. But what are the benefits—and what are the potential risks? Is it just a helpful supplement, or c...
Welcome back to Mental Perk! In this episode, we’re thrilled to have Kirstine Openshaw, a real estate powerhouse who has turned adversity into triumph through the power of mindset, manifestation, and determination. Kirstine’s journey is nothing short of inspiring—from immigrating to a new country to facing the challenges of IVF and raising a son with a congenital heart defect. Despite these obstacles, she built a thri...
Welcome back to Mental Perk! In this episode, we sit down with Heather Graham, an elementary school counselor with over 21 years of experience in public education. Driven by her passion for helping others, Heather recently opened her own private practice as a Licensed Professional Counselor after completing her third master’s degree and state licensing requirements.
Heather’s journey took a powerful turn about five yea...
Welcome back to Mental Perk! In this episode, we’re joined by Brian Ulch, a seasoned security professional with over 32 years of experience in close contact knife and firearms training and multiple martial arts styles. As a licensed instructor with the Texas Private Security Bureau, Brian has spent the last 12 years as a Personal Protection Officer and the past 10 years training others in defensive tactics and firearm...
With over 27 years of experience, Abby Pagud is a trailblazer in the fitness and wellness industry, dedicated to transforming lives through personalized health strategies. As the founder and CEO of Kapitol Health, she empowers individuals to achieve their ideal well-being through innovative, customized approaches. Her expertise is backed by a Bachelor’s in Health and Wellness and over eight certifications spanning mul...
Today on Mental Perk, we're excited to introduce Sarah Strackhouse. From her early days as a journalist reporting for major networks and covering national news, Sarah has evolved into a dynamic multimedia business owner. Now at the helm of Strackhouse Media, she specializes in videography, photography, and live event production, transforming stories into visual masterpieces. She's also the visionary creator ...
"In Episode 60, we are joined by Suzanne, an award-winning keynote speaker, dynamic business strategist, and transformational coach. She is renowned for empowering ambitious women to break through barriers and build extraordinary lives and businesses.
Suzanne was recently honored with a Bronze Stevie Award as Women's Business Coach of the Year. She’s also been recognized as one of the top 10 most inspirationa...
In this episode of Mental Perk, we’re diving deep into a topic that sparks debate, discomfort, and plenty of strong opinions—toxic masculinity. What does it really mean? Is society becoming "too soft," or are we finally giving men the space to express themselves without judgment?
Joining us for this no-holds-barred conversation are Anthony Monnin and Trey Ashcroft, two men with unique perspectives on masculin...
Justin Barron is an accomplished security professional with extensive experience in executive protection, private security contracting, and firearms training. Currently, he serves as the Director of Security for Allegiance Project Security and is a board member of the Allegiance Project Foundation. Additionally, Justin is a co-owner of Checkmate Group, where he focuses on providing comprehensive security solutions. As...
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