Beyond Well with Sheila Hamilton

If you love someone who is struggling with anxiety and feel helpless to impact their life positively, this episode is for you, with common sense advice and tips to help support the person who suffers from anxiety.

Dr. Jessica Chaudhary joins us to talk about the critical role data analytics can play in determining who might be at risk for suicide and how we might provide support to prevent suicide.

A Wellness Revolution Founder Cathleen Beerkens is urging you to ask these questions of your relationships; is it for a reason, a season or a lifetime? This episode is chocked full of timely advice and tips for anyone navigating a relationship. 

We are undoubtedly in the long tail of Covid, and the mental health challenges that resulted from isolation, loneliness, and the impact of losing loved ones to an international pandemic.

But not everyone who is struggling needs psychiatric or psychological help. Many people attempting to cope with personal problems could use the help of a personal health and wellness coach; for help with relationships, weight management, career changes, and financial advice. 

Cathleen Beerkens, CEO of A Wellness Revolution, discusses when it's the right time to hire a coach versus when you might need to seek psychological or psychiatric care. 

The stomach is often referred to as the second brain, where the majority of our serotonin is made and our other feel good chemicals are created. Kathleen Beerkens talks about the extraordinary new science and age-old wisdom behind the phrase, “We are what we eat.”

The rise in conspiracy theories mirrors the rise in societal fear and anxiety. What can we do when we see others succumbing to conspiracy theories or a cult mentality? Dr. Jim Polo discusses.

Dr. Jim Polo discusses his own experiences as a military physician in the Iraq war and how trauma informs so much of the way we approach work, relationships, and our outlook on
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Cathleen Beerkens is joining the Beyond Well Team of professionals. With an extensive background in nursing, coaching, and degrees in medicine and holistic health, Cathleen brings a holistic mindset to mental well-being and health.

In this episode, Cathleen talks about how she transitioned from the "illness industry" to the wellness profession and why she became aware of the importance of embracing her spiritual path as part of her personal development and enlightenment. 

Part two of our conversation with sex therapist and author, Kerry Cohen.

Kerry Cohen is the author of Loose Girl, and Crazy for You: Breaking the Spell of Sex and Love Addiction. Kerry's training as a licensed clinical psychologist and sex therapist is immensely helpful in understanding addictions, compulsions, and the behaviors society deems undesirable.