Explore how mental health AI supports personalized therapy, eases clinician burnout, and enhances care through human-centered, ethical technology. 

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Can artificial intelligence (AI) make therapy more human? 

This episode with Tanuj Sharma, CEO of Kana Health, explores how mental health AI is reshaping care. Far from replacing therapists, this new generation of human-centered AI tools is helping clinicians personalize treatment, improve outcomes, and stay focused on the human connection. 

Watch this episode to find out: 

• How mental health AI supports therapists without replacing them 
• Why clinical decision support can ease therapist burnout and improve care 
• How AI helps tailor therapy through personalized treatment insights 
• The complexity of therapy and how AI can help manage it 
• How humans stay in the loop to keep mental health AI ethical and effective 

This episode breaks down what mental health technology can and can’t do, and why the future of personalized therapy is more collaborative than you might think. 

Guest Speaker 

Tanuj Sharma is the co-founder and CEO of a mental health AI startup revolutionizing access to care by combining technology with therapeutic frameworks. With 23 years of global experience building and scaling businesses, he now leads Kana, an AI-powered therapy sidekick delivering rapid triage, clinical insights, and automated care. Tanuj is on a mission to make mental health care affordable, accessible, and effective for all. 

Podcast Host 

Dr. Ryan Todd is a psychiatrist, mental health advocate, and co-founder of headversity, a workplace mental health training platform. Dr. Todd combines his clinical expertise with innovative approaches to empower individuals and organizations to thrive. 

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Discover Dr. Selhub’s six resilience factors and why modern workplaces must build a culture of care, not just react to burnout. 
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Resilience isn’t a trait you’re born with—it’s a skill you build over time. 

In this episode, Dr. Eva Selhub, physician and resilience expert, shares her six pillars of resilience and why it’s time to reframe how we think about burnout and workplace wellbeing. 

Watch this episode to learn: 

• Why burnout and resilience aren’t separate—they’re on the same spectrum 
• How emotional and spiritual health influence resilience 
• The six key pillars that form the foundation of a resilient life 
• Why cultures of care—not just individual grit—matter in the workplace 
• How parenting styles, nature, and language shape resilience early on 

This episode breaks down how to build resilience, challenges outdated workplace mental health approaches, and offers a fresh, whole-person view on what it really means to thrive. 

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Guest Speaker 

Dr. Eva Selhub is a physician, executive coach, and resilience expert blending evidence-based and holistic approaches to drive change. A former Harvard Medical School Instructor and Senior Physician at Massachusetts General Hospital’s Benson Henry Institute, she now supports executive teams in building high-performing, resilient leadership and organizations. Dr. Selhub’s work has been published in medical journals and featured in major outlets including The New York Times and the Dr. Oz Show. 

Podcast Host 

Dr. Ryan Todd is a psychiatrist, mental health advocate, and co-founder of headversity, a workplace mental health training platform. Dr. Todd combines his clinical expertise with innovative approaches to empower individuals and organizations to thrive. 

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Explore how modern life fuels chronic insomnia and why experts recommend CBT for insomnia, sleep restriction, and light therapy to restore restful sleep. 

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Struggling to fall or stay asleep? You’re not alone. Chronic insomnia is on the rise, and the effects go far beyond tired mornings. 

Dr. Ryan Todd sits down with Dr. Payman Hajiazimd, a psychiatrist specializing in sleep and mental health, to explore why sleep issues have become so common—and what truly helps. From cognitive behavioral therapy for sleep to light therapy and sleep restriction, this episode dives into science-backed strategies for reclaiming restful sleep. 

Watch this episode to find out: 

• Why chronic insomnia is more widespread than ever 
• How sleep affects mental health, and vice-versa 
• What CBT for insomnia (CBT-I) is and how it works 
• How sleep restriction therapy improves sleep efficiency 
• The role of light exposure and behavioral change in better sleep 

This episode unpacks the core components of CBT-I and how better sleep can support improved mental health. 

Guest Speaker 

Dr. Payman Hajiazim is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Sleep Medicine at the University of Calgary, a certified Somnologist, and the founder of the Sleep & Wake Clinic. Recognized as an expert in sleep disorders and overlapping mental health conditions, he leads research on new treatments for insomnia, narcolepsy, and excessive daytime sleepiness. Dr. Hajiazim is dedicated to advancing evidence-based sleep medicine through patient care, research, and education. 

Podcast Host 

Dr. Ryan Todd is a psychiatrist, mental health advocate, and co-founder of headversity, a workplace mental health training platform. Dr. Todd combines his clinical expertise with innovative approaches to empower individuals and organizations to thrive. 

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A leading researcher explores how cognitive behavioral therapy helps anxiety and depression. Learn the science behind CBT techniques and the role of AI therapy.

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Can changing the way we think actually change the way we feel? Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) has been transforming mental health treatment for decades, but how does it really work—and is it still the best approach today? 

In this episode of Beyond the Checkbox: Mind Masters, Dr. Ryan Todd sits down with Dr. Keith Dobson, a leading expert in CBT for depression and anxiety. They break down the science behind this powerful therapy, why CBT remains a top choice for mental health treatment, and the role of AI in mental health as therapy continues to evolve. 

Watch this episode to find out: 

• The science behind how CBT works and why it’s so effective 
• The key differences in CBT for anxiety vs. depression 
• How CBT techniques help people change thought patterns and behaviors 
• AI therapy: Can chatbots really replace therapists? 
• How CBT is evolving, from global expansion to digital intervention 

This episode challenges the way we think about mental health treatment and dives into the future of therapy and AI in mental health. 

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Guest Speaker 

Dr. Keith Dobson is a Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Calgary and a leading expert in CBT and depression treatment. His research focuses on evidence-based mental health treatments and reducing stigma in the workplace. A fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences and the Royal Society of Canada, he has authored 17 books and over 300 publications, helping to advance the future of mental health care. 

Podcast Host 

Dr. Ryan Todd is a psychiatrist, mental health advocate, and co-founder of headversity, a workplace mental health training platform. Dr. Todd combines his clinical expertise with innovative approaches to empower individuals and organizations to thrive. 

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Burnout isn’t all or nothing. Dr. Mary Preisman sheds light on the signs, how to prevent burnout, and work-life balance strategies that work. 

Dr. Mary Preisman, a psychiatrist focused on mental health and resilience in high-stress professions, uncovers what’s really driving burnout today and how we can move beyond band-aid solutions. 

Burnout is everywhere, but are we addressing it the right way? 

Watch this episode to find out: 

• The signs of burnout and how to recognize them before it’s too late 
• Burnout vs. depression: why burnout is a spectrum, not an on/off switch 
• Why burnout isn’t just about work—it’s about doing too much in life 
• How to prevent burnout without just adding more self-care 
• Why modern work expectations fuel burnout—and what needs to change 

This episode challenges burnout culture, explores the real structural causes of burnout, and provides practical burnout prevention strategies for employees, leaders, and anyone feeling overwhelmed by the demands of modern life. 

Guest Speaker 

Dr. Mary Preisman is the Physician Lead for Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry at Sinai Health and an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto. Her clinical focus is physician and healthcare worker mental health, as well as critical care and perinatal psychiatry. She leads research on resilience coaching for healthcare workers, with a passion for leadership, education, and work-life integration. 

Podcast Host 

Dr. Ryan Todd is a psychiatrist, mental health advocate, and co-founder of headversity, a workplace mental health training platform. Dr. Todd combines his clinical expertise with innovative approaches to empower individuals and organizations to thrive. 

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Dr. Ariel Dalfen, women’s psychiatrist, explores hormones and mental health from pregnancy to menopause. Uncover the stigma, workplace challenges, and barriers women face.

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In this episode of Beyond the Checkbox: Mind Masters, Dr. Ryan Todd sits down with Dr. Ariel Dalfen, a leading psychiatrist in perinatal and perimenopausal mental health, to uncover the hidden impact of hormonal changes on mood and wellbeing and why so many women feel unheard by their doctors. 

Watch this episode to find out: 

• How hormones impact mental health—from pregnancy to menopause 
• Baby blues vs. postpartum depression: What’s the real difference? 
• How perimenopause and mental health struggles are often dismissed 
• Menopause in the workplace: Why so many women leave jobs at midlife 
• Medical gaslighting in women’s health—why it’s still happening 

This episode challenges the stigma around women’s wellbeing, explores why so many women struggle to get proper care, and breaks down what needs to change. 

Guest Speaker 

Dr. Ariel Dalfen is a psychiatrist with decades of experience in women’s mental wellbeing across reproductive life stages. She co-founded BRIA, a virtual care platform for women’s mental health after leading Ontario’s largest perinatal mental health program. Dr. Dalfen’s research focuses on expanding women’s access to care through digital health solutions. 

Podcast Host 

Dr. Ryan Todd is a psychiatrist, mental health advocate, and co-founder of headversity, a workplace mental health training platform. Dr. Todd combines his clinical expertise with innovative approaches to empower individuals and organizations to thrive. 

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Discover how Indigenous identity, culture, and traditional healing shape mental health. Gain insights on resilience and leadership that benefit everyone.

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Unpack the latest autism research, why more adults are seeking diagnoses, and the misconceptions that still shape how we understand autism today. 

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Uncover expert insights from the emerging field of neuropsychiatry and explore functional neurological disorders: when the mind and body stop talking.

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 Discover why ADHD in adults often goes unnoticed, its link to mental health challenges, and Dr. Sara Binder's top strategies for managing adult ADHD well. 

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