College athletes are a special breed: they eat, sleep, and breathe their sport, AND need to attend class and get good grades. They are there to play, but what happens when an injury derails that process? Join me as guest athlete Owen Ellick discusses finding his passion and pursuing college lacrosse at SUNY Geneseo. Owen will recount the details of his ACL injury and demonstrate how he navigated this setback to come back even stronger through the power of mindset and resilience. It's all about the mindset! GO KNIGHTS!

It's not uncommon for people to underestimate the extent to which trauma has affected every aspect of life--until it can no longer be ignored. Listen in as Glenn Derby discusses how trauma influenced his relationships, his addiction, and even his life in the NFL. Once Glenn recognized his own CPTSD and sought help, it allowed him the ability to move fully into a purpose driven life. www.GlennDerby.com

We know that pre teen and adolescent girls face struggles ranging from depression to eating disorders to bullying. But how do we help these young women take back their lives? Enter Mindy Hanken, MSW, Executive Director of The Pace Center for Girls. Providing young women with stable, consistent education, emotional and therapeutic support, and the life skills needed to succeed are keys to empowering our youth! https://www.pacecenter.org/

Not many people can say they survived not one, but TWO World Trade Center bombings. Dave Mahler is one of those individuals. He then had to face his own addiction and the loss of his daughter to substance use disorder as well. However, Dave took is pain and transformed it into purpose. He is now a Certified Addiction Recovery Coach, a CFAA and owns his own coaching business "Ground Zero Recovery Coaching." Join Dave as he discusses how he changed his life and now helps others to change theirs  https://www.groundzerorecoverycoaching.com

Many people say that music is therapeutic...Well Mark Torre, LMHC. MCAP would definitely agree.  Mark originally worked in recording studios in NY and is an accomplished musician, but then transitioned to his current work as a Psychotherapist.  Join Dr. Laura as she and Mark discuss how music soothes the savage beast (let's talk catharsis), why being an eclectic therapist is NOT a bad thing, and how 12 step work continues to be a powerful force for many struggling with SUD

In this episode, Dr. Laura Ellick shares her personal journey from chaos to emotional regulation through the power of mindset. She discusses the challenges faced during the holiday season, including family health issues and the importance of prioritizing self-care. Dr. Laura emphasizes the significance of mental preparation, setting realistic expectations, and utilizing support systems. She also reflects on the growth of her podcast and the positive impact it has had on her community.

Have you ever felt like you were in the midst of a bad reality TV episode and all you could do was watch? If so, then this podcast is screaming your name! Join Dr. Laura for the very first episode of "From Mayhem to Mindset" as we tackle chaos head on.  Believe it or not, going from surviving to thriving  is all about the mindset! We'll discuss practical shifts in perspective, laugh at the absurdity of life, and ask the tough questions that help us understand how we got here and how we can move beyond the mayhem!

As a first-generation Latina, Priscilla Maria Gutierrez was taught to work hard, stay humble, and make her family proud. But somewhere between striving and surviving, she lost sight of her definition of success.  Listen in as Priscilla discusses how she shifted from law to coaching and mental health advocacy! Don't forget to check out Priscilla's new book "Break the Cycle Before it Breaks You"

So many people know exactly what they want to do—but they can’t get themselves to actually do it.  Or maybe someone has so many interests that they get overwhelmed at the possibility of choosing one particular career path.  Join Avi Friedman, Executive Functioning and Time Management Coach as he discusses the strategies that he teaches both young adults and business owners so that they can move forward with confidence and a plan!

My special guest today, Sarah Frias has over 16 years experience as a nurse and has been in long term recovery herself for 8 years.  She is currently  Managing Partner at Next Level Recovery Associates which has allowed us to collaborate on finding appropriate treatment for individuals with significant emotional and medical challenges. Listen in as Sarah and I discuss WHY personalized care, being creative with treatment approaches, and always being transparent contribute significantly to a patient's success. AND....neither Sarah nor I are the least bit intimidating so come over and say "hi" when you see us!!!