A LOOK WITHIN: Conversations on Mental Health & Well Being

In this episode, Lt. Governor Evette talks about mental health efforts, resources, and services in the state of South Carolina. She shares her thoughts on what she sees across the state to include the mental health challenges of our youth, the need for more mental health providers, and upcoming legislative efforts to improve healthcare across South Carolina.

This episode takes a closer look at the mental health challenges and developmental milestones of adolescent boys with psychotherapist and licensed professional counselor, Ward lassoe LPC. Ward is a highly regarded therapist specializing in the treatment of adolescent boys and adult men. In our conversation, he shares tips and tools for helping adolescent boys naviagte the challenging time of adolescence.

In today's episode we explore mental health and wellness with the the BIPOC community with Dr. Jeannelle Perkins-Muhammad, a leading psychotherapist, author, and speaker with more than 20 years experience in the field.

She's a recipient of the Charleston Black Caucus "40 Professionals to Know" award, and is the author of the book, "Into-See-Me", which explores the cultural and personal factors that can make it challenging for black couples to develop and maintain intimacy. You may learn more about her work at www.drjeannelle.com.

In this month’s episode, we discuss and explore the topic of grief, loss, and trauma with the incomparable Bonnie Compton, APRN, BC, CPNP, an End of Life Doula, Conscious Living and Dying Coach, Author, Speaker, Child and Adolescent Therapist, Parent Coach, Nurse Practitioner, and Certified RTM Trauma Practitioner. Ms. Compton speaks directly about the importance of the grieving process, how we may come to accept and make peace with the losses in our lives, and she offers helpful tools, resources, and effective treatment modalities for those who are suffering.

You may learn more about Bonnie Compton's work at https://www.gentleheartjourneys.com

In this month’s episode, we take a closer look at Autism with Dr. Melinda Edwards, a mother, writer and physician who’s helping families look at Autism through a different lens than the symptoms and disease model which dominates the landscape. Dr. Edwards is the founder of the non-profit organization Darshan (www.livingdarshan.org), which seeks to usher in a new paradigm of Autism that recognizes the incredible gifts and insights often introduced to us through individuals with Autism. She currently serves as a psychiatrist for the SC Department of Mental Health and is completing her upcoming book, “Psyche and Spirit: How a Psychiatrist Found Divinity Through Her Lifelong Quest for Truth and Her Daughter’s Autism”.

In this month's episode, we take a closer look at depression with Dr. Jonathan Sperry - a core faculty member at Lynn University and a leading mental health researcher, psychotherapist, author, and lecturer in the field of psychology. Learn more about his work at www.drjonsperry.com.

What is depression telling us and how do we make sense of depressive symptoms within the context of our own unique situation, personality, and overall make-up? It's a fascinating conversation you won't want to miss!

In today’s episode we speak with the dynamic and inspiring Senior Pastor of Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church. Pastor Benton is a true leader in Charleston, SC where he works tirelessly to empower individuals, families and communities to live spiritually, mentally and physically healthy lives. In our conversation we discuss several important topics to include the power of community and connection, the value of therapy, the slippery slope of attachment to outcomes and to things, learning what we can and cannot control, and finding purpose and meaning in life when you’re feeling stuck or disillusioned.

In this episode, we speak with the licensed therapist and substance abuse treatment specialist, Karen Perlmutter, to explore the many sides of alcohol and substance use and abuse. If you've been questioning your own or a loved one's relationship to alcohol and other substances then this conversation will offer useful information, hope, and a path to healing.

Want to learn more about Karen Perlmutter's work? Visit her at www.collaborativecounselingllc.com

In this episode we talk with the multi-talented sleep and anxiety expert, Dr. Melissa Milanak, concerning the truth about sleep along with new insights and helpful tips to improve our sleep and our overall well-being and balance. Learn more about Dr. Milanak's work at www.mindimpactconsulting.com.

In this episode, we speak with David LaMotte - songwriter, speaker, activist, and author about the topic of change both at a personal and community level. The conversation is filled with helpful guidance and inspiration to rekindle and/or light a spark in you!