Mental Health News Radio

Mental Health News Radio

Exploratory conversations about mental health, neurodivergence, relationships and spirituality. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mental-health-news-radio--3082057/support.

Episodes

September 3, 2025 49 mins
In this episode of Mental Health News Radio, host Kristin speaks with the co-hosts of the Unspoken Grief podcast and core members of the nonprofit Impacted Survivors of Murder-Suicide: Michael Vinton, Kristina Faulkner, and Tina Chevalier. Each of these advocates is also a survivor. Through deeply personal stories of loss, they illuminate what it means to live with—and speak from—the aftermath of murder-suicide. Together, they disc...
Mark as Played
What happens when a mother sees her son not as an individual, but as an extension of herself? In this powerful episode, we dive into the hidden dynamics between narcissistic mothers and their sons—and how this enmeshment can shape identity, independence, and relationships for decades.

Author and psychotherapist Christine Louis de Cannonville joins us to explore the making of a so-called “mama’s boy,” the long shadow of emotional man...
Mark as Played
In this episode of Mental Health News Radio, host Kristin Sunanta Walker sits down with Eddie Francis — marketing and communications consultant, broadcaster, and speaker — to explore what true ethical leadership looks like in today’s world. From his New Orleans roots to 30+ years in radio, Eddie shares candid stories of growth, self-awareness, and evolving into “Evolved Eddie.” Together, they dive into leadership as a process, the ...
Mark as Played
Dr. Melinda Edwards—psychiatrist, author, and founder of the nonprofit Living Darshan—returns to share her deeply personal and professional journey through autism, motherhood, and spiritual healing. In this intimate conversation, she explores the sacred sensitivity of autistic individuals, the evolution of human consciousness, and how our deepest wounds often become the doorway back to love.

Dr. Edwards’ book, Psyche and Spirit: How...
Mark as Played
Our most popular and listened to guest for over a decade! Join Christine Louis de Canonville for a discussion about her newest book, The Ghost in the Machine: Unmasking the Hidden Psychology of Narcissistic Abuse. This will be done as a series for this podcast and also for Christine's YouTube channel. 

Today we go in depth about Narcissistic Mothers and their Daughters.                                      .

Christine Louis de Canonv...
Mark as Played
Our most popular and listened to guest for over a decade! Join Christine Louis de Canonville for a discussion about her newest book, The Ghost in the Machine: Unmasking the Hidden Psychology of Narcissistic Abuse. This will be done as a series for this podcast and also for Christine's YouTube channel. 

Today we go in depth on Chapter 17: INTERMITTENT REINFORCEMENT:                                         
The Cruel Dance that Keeps V...
Mark as Played
Our most popular and listened to guest for over a decade! Join Christine Louis de Canonville for a discussion about her newest book, The Ghost in the Machine: Unmasking the Hidden Psychology of Narcissistic Abuse. This will be done as a series for this podcast and also for Christine's YouTube channel. 

Today we go in depth on Chapter 3: Navigating the Spectrum of Narcissism:              
From Unhealthy Self-Absorption to Healthy Sel...
Mark as Played
In this episode, I’m joined by the dynamic duo behind the Spark Launch Podcast—Chaya Mallavaram and Mike Cornell. Chaya is a tech entrepreneur, professional artist, and founder of Spark Launch, where she helps create transformative spaces for neurodivergent learners. Mike is a peer support specialist and lifelong creative who brings a raw, honest voice to mental health advocacy. Together, they’ve launched Spark Launch—a podcast tha...
Mark as Played
April 23, 2025 67 mins
Join Kristin, Toni and Melinda for a deep dive into the world of Autism, ADHD, and neurodivergence experiences in Buddhist communities. 

Toni Boucher started working with individuals on the spectrum over 35 years ago as a foster care and emergency respite provider.  As the director of the CARE Clinic where she provided autism evaluations and determined eligibility for The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs- ...
Mark as Played
Our most popular and listened to guest for over a decade! Join Christine Louis de Canonville for a discussion about her newest book, The Ghost in the Machine: Unmasking the Hidden Psychology of Narcissistic Abuse. This will be done as a series for this podcast and also for Christine's YouTube channel. 

Today we go in depth on Chapter 2: DECODING THE DILEMMA AND TAKING CONTROL:              
Navigating "Should I Stay or Should I Go." ...
Mark as Played
March 31, 2025 62 mins
Join Sarah Taylor and Kristin as they discuss the journey that neurodivergent women embark on in life! 

Sarah is an intuitive energy healer and awakening trail guide, helping folks find their way back home. But years ago, she was an anxious, atheistic insomniac. Plus, she was an undiagnosed neurodivergent woman, having a hard time finding her place in the world. So the idea of finding the “peace that passeth all understanding” was u...
Mark as Played
Our most popular and listened to guest for over a decade! Join Christine Louis de Canonville for a discussion about her newest book, The Ghost in the Machine: Unmasking the Hidden Psychology of Narcissistic Abuse. This will be done as a series for this podcast and also for Christine's YouTube channel. Enjoy this episode via YouTube: https://youtu.be/gdUnzIUN1E8?si=SJA_X06mjZYehgFC

Christine Louis de Canonville, B.A. (Hons) Theology ...
Mark as Played
Amy Armstrong is our guest and in her work she helps parents and break through conflict with heart-centered, fool-proof boundaries.  Amy is a licensed social worker and entrepreneur, Amy has spent over a decade navigating the intersection of mental health and domestic law. She is the founder amd director of The Center for Family Resolution, Amy leads a team of skilled coaches who specialize in groundbreaking parenting and co-parent...
Mark as Played
Join Kristin and Melanie as they discuss one of the most stigmatizing areas of mental health: Borderline Personality Disorder. 


Melanie Goldman (She/Her) is a leading light in the field of mental health advocacy and helps fight on behalf of those with borderline personality disorder (BPD) based in Toronto, Canada. Melanie has spent the majority of her life working in the music industry, and she has earned a degree in psychology. Aft...
Mark as Played
Dr. Kyra Bobinet joins us to talk about her passion for healing the world of failure disease. She is a passionate advocate for healing the world of failure that leaves us stuck in knowing what to do but not being able to do it. As a physician, public health leader, healthcare executive, and behavioral expert, she has passionately studied our human battle with failure and relapse for decades. She finally found the brain-based source...
Mark as Played
Join Kristin and Kimberly for a conversation about addiction recovery in the hospitality industry. The challenges faced when you work around all or some of your major addiction triggers.


Kimberly Flear is a passionate advocate for change within the hospitality industry, combining over two decades of experience with a personal journey through addiction recovery. As the founder of Last Call Coaching, Kimberly is dedicated to fostering...
Mark as Played
August 25, 2024 54 mins
Join Kristin and Gaile as they discuss how difficult it can be, depending on where you live, to find Autism resources for your family. 

Gaile Valcho is originally from New York and has an MBA from Florida Atlantic University. She is a wife and mom to a teenage autistic boy. She has over a decade of experience in the autism community and is certified in Master IEP training. 

Gaile and her husband founded The Brady Valcho Autism Founda...
Mark as Played
Join Kristin from Mental Health News Radio and Jeremy from Nuero FM as they discuss how "unhelpful" a small part of the world of Autism can be when we try to narrate and judge other people's experiences. For those of us diagnosed later in life, we have an entire experience with many years to unpack. We will say things "incorrectly" according to ????  So why not let everyone enjoy and speak about their journey with Autism in their o...
Mark as Played
August 14, 2024 31 mins
Join Kristin and Jenilee to discuss parenting with children on the Autism Spectrum. 

As a professional life coach and autism coach, Jenilee brings lived experience, problem-solving skills, compassionate support, and creativity into each coaching session. Jenilee asks hard questions while listening, guiding, and coaching clients in their unique life situations. Through one-on-one coaching and group coaching, Jenilee uses the Equippin...
Mark as Played
David Bartley has a story to share, and we get right into it! Join us for an intense but cathartic conversation about David's journey with suicidal ideation and his mental health. 

David Bartley is known as a dynamic speaker, storyteller, and trainer. With real-life anecdotes that evoke laughter and tears, David informs and captivates audiences. Along the way, David provides insights that enable listeners to see mental illness from ...
Mark as Played

Popular Podcasts

    If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.

    Dateline NBC

    Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

    The Herd with Colin Cowherd

    The Herd with Colin Cowherd is a thought-provoking, opinionated, and topic-driven journey through the top sports stories of the day.

    New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce

    Football’s funniest family duo — Jason Kelce of the Philadelphia Eagles and Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs — team up to provide next-level access to life in the league as it unfolds. The two brothers and Super Bowl champions drop weekly insights about the weekly slate of games and share their INSIDE perspectives on trending NFL news and sports headlines. They also endlessly rag on each other as brothers do, chat the latest in pop culture and welcome some very popular and well-known friends to chat with them. Check out new episodes every Wednesday. Follow New Heights on the Wondery App, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to new episodes early and ad-free, and get exclusive content on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. And join our new membership for a unique fan experience by going to the New Heights YouTube channel now!

    The Joe Rogan Experience

    The official podcast of comedian Joe Rogan.

Advertise With Us
Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.