109 Navigating Mental Health: From Trauma to Wellness with David Woods Bartley

In episode 109 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher interviews David Woods Bartley, a speaker, trainer, writer, and mental health advocate. David shares his life journey from enduring severe childhood trauma and crippling depression to finding mental wellness. He highlights the importance of connection and support, the impact of therapies such as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), and his ongoing mission to educate and inspire others. This episode offers profound insights into mental health challenges, the importance of shared stories, and practical advice for supporting those in distress.

00:00 Introduction to Hospice Explained

00:34 New Communities and Affiliates

01:42 Interview with David Woods Bartley

03:04 David's Early Life and Trauma

06:00 Struggles with Depression

07:10 Animal Sanctuary Journey

08:52 The Depths of Depression

10:16 The Turning Point: Forest Hill Bridge

11:56 Living with Mental Illness

22:16 Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) Experience

27:55 Medication and Daily Routine

28:13 Current Challenges and Resilience

30:54 Support from Family

32:55 The Power of Connection

33:46 Suicide Prevention Insights

35:46 Helping Others in Crisis

39:30 Military and Personal Stories

47:11 Final Thoughts and Resources

 

Email: [email protected]

David's Book:  https://www.davidwoodsbartley.com/mytroubledmind

David's Website: https://www.davidwoodsbartley.com/

Call David:  1-916-247-6389

Suicide Hotline: 988---Call or Text!

https://988lifeline.org/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=onebox

National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673

https://rainn.org/

 

Finding a Hospice Agency

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2. choose Find provider

3. Choose Hospice

4. then add your zip code

This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.

 

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