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Empowering Mental Health: Dr. Robert Laitman's Journey with Psychotic Illnesses and Clozapine Therapy
In this episode Dr. Robert Laitman, an internal medicine specialist with substantial experience in treating serious mental illnesses such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Dr. Laitman shares his deeply personal journey of treating his son, Daniel, who developed schizophrenia 20 years ago.
He discusses the challenges of finding...

Embracing Neurodiversity: A Conversation with Sarah Hartley
In this episode of 'Why Not Me: Embracing Autism and Mental Health Worldwide, Sarah Hartley, founder of SLH Creative Group and an advocate for the neurodivergent community.
Sarah shares her journey as the mother of two neurodivergent boys and details her work as an ADHD and neurodiversity certified coach.
She discusses her 'Purposefully Me' series, a collection of children...

Navigating Burnout and Embracing Wellbeing with Garrett Wood
Join host Tony Mantor on this episode of Why Not Me as he engages with Garrett Wood, a national board certified health and wellness coach.
The show delves into Garrett's innovative and compassionate approach to battling burnout and enhancing wellbeing.
Listen as Garrett shares his expertise on managing the pressures of professional success and personal joy, particularly f...

In this episode we hear from Jennifer McGee, a visual artist and advocate for autism.
Jennifer shares her transformative journey of adopting her non-verbal autistic nephew, Isaiah, and becoming his devoted guardian and advocate.
She discusses her transition from art to advocacy and how Isaiah's presence inspired her to write children's books like 'Izzy Can't Talk' and its upcoming sequel 'Izzy Can't Talk, But He Can Make Friends.' ...

In this episode of 'Why Not Me, Embracing Autism and Mental Health Worldwide,' host Tony Mantor welcomes Steven Seidel, founder of the Del Agency and a TEDx speaker. Steven shares his powerful journey from California to Kentucky, dealing with personal loss, and launching the Gents Journey to address men's mental health.
He discusses the creation of his online men's group, the challenges and successes encountered along the way, and ...

This episode of Why Not Me, host Tony Mantor discusses with special guest Salima Adelstein, a renowned Sufi mystic and master healer, about her lifelong dedication to spiritual healing and education. Salima shares her journey from teaching special needs children to becoming a spiritual guide, highlighting the transformative power of Sufi practices.
The episode explores the challenges and successes of alternative education systems, ...

In this episode of 'Why Not Me?', hosted by Tony Mantor from Nashville, Tennessee, special guest Dr. Diana Driscoll shares her powerful journey of overcoming Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS).
An accomplished optometrist and patient advocate, Dr. Driscoll discusses her decade-long battle with chronic illness, the evolution of her research, and her groundbreaking insights into the systemic nature of POTS and related c...

In this episode of Why Not Me, hosted by Tony Mantor and broadcast from Nashville, Tennessee, Theresa Lyons, a Yale University-trained scientist and autism parent, shares her journey following her daughter's autism diagnosis over ten years ago. T
heresa discusses the extensive obstacles she faced and the critical steps she took to make informed decisions based on scientific research.
She emphasizes the importance of parental intuit...

Advocacy and Awareness: Transforming Mental Health Care with Rachel Streiff
In this episode of 'Why Not Me', host Tony Mantor welcomes Rachel Strife, co-founder of Arizona Mad Moms, to discuss her extensive advocacy work for individuals with serious mental illness.
She shares her personal journey, inspired by a family member's experience, and describes her efforts in rallying families, influencing legislation, and advocating for sy...

Join us for a stirring conversation with Justin Peck, a professional race car driver who has turned his personal challenges with class one bipolar disorder into a powerful advocacy for mental health.
Justin shares his early experiences of feeling different and the painful reality of bullying and lack of support, which many listeners may find relatable.
His candid reflections offer insights into the evolving understanding within his...

From the depths of silence to a voice that echoes across the globe, Temple Grandin's life is a testament to the uncharted brilliance of the autistic mind.
Our conversation peels back the curtain on Temple's journey, revealing the significance of nurturing communication in non-verbal children and the power of supportive educational systems.
Temple's raw recount of adolescence showcases her unyielding resilience amidst the sting of h...

Judge Milton Mack shares his mission to reform the mental health system by moving from crisis intervention to early treatment and prevention.

His groundbreaking work in Michigan demonstrates how changing laws and procedures can dramatically improve outcomes while reducing costs.

• Moving from an inpatient model to an outpatient world where over 90% of mental health care now occurs
• Changing intervention standards to help people be...

Overcoming Insurance Obstacles for Mental Health Care with 'Cover My Mental Health'
In this episode, the founder of the nonprofit 'Cover My Mental Health' discusses their mission to help patients, families, and clinicians navigate and overcome insurance obstacles to access mental health care.
The organization provides resources and encouragement, highlighting the importance of not taking no for an answer from insurance companies.
T...

In this episode of 'Why Not Me, Embracing Autism and Mental Health Worldwide,' host Tony Mantor sits down with Caroline Levander, a scholar and educator from Rice University, to discuss her new book 'Invent Ed.'
They explore how historical insights can shape contemporary education, the importance of fostering creativity in students, and strategies for mitigating stress in academic environments.
Carolyn shares valuable advice for st...

Empowering Journeys: Embracing Life with Cerebral Palsy – Featuring Jason Moyle
Host Tony Mantor welcomes Jason Moyle, an inspiring individual living with cerebral palsy.
Jason shares his life story, from his premature birth and early diagnosis to his challenges growing up and facing bullying.
Despite these obstacles, Jason has turned his experiences into opportunities to uplift others. He discusses his various roles at Civil Furla...

In this episode of 'Why Not Me', hosted by Tony Mantor from Nashville, Tennessee, special guest Kati Morton—a licensed marriage and family therapist and renowned social media influence—shares her expertise on mental health.
Kati discusses her new book, 'Why Do I Keep Doing This?', exploring themes of control, people-pleasing, and perfectionism influenced by personal experiences and her extensive therapy background.
She reflects on ...

In this episode of 'Why Not Me, Embracing Autism and Mental Health Worldwide,' host Tony Mantor welcomes Daniel Packard, a UC Berkeley-trained mechanical engineer and founder of Permanent Anxiety Solutions.
Packard shares his journey from battling severe anxiety to developing a groundbreaking six-week nervous system reset program with a 90% success rate.
They discuss the program's unique approach to targeting the root cause of anxi...

Ann Corcoran, Executive Director of the National Shattering Silence Coalition, discusses the broken systems that fail those with serious mental illness and their families through discriminatory practices and neglect.

She shares powerful stories of families desperately seeking help for loved ones in psychosis, highlighting how outdated laws and policies create barriers to treatment until tragedy strikes.

• Explaining the difference ...

Embracing Autism and Mental Health: Neena Wagh's Journey in Creating Assisted Living for Autistic Persons
In this episode of 'Why Not Me,' host Tony Mantor speaks with Nina Wahg, founder of ALAP, Assisted Living for Autistic Persons. Neena shares her personal journey of raising her autistic son Amou and discusses her transition from a career in facility management to becoming a full-time autism advocate. She opens up about the chal...