What does it really mean to “take control” of your migraine or head pain? In this episode of HeadWise™, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, speaks with Elizabeth Seng, PhD, psychologist, researcher, and professor at Yeshiva University, about the psychological concept of locus of control and how it applies to people living with migraine and headache disease.

They explore:

- What “locus of control” and “self-efficacy” really mean

- Why believing you caused your own migraine can be harmful

- The link between self-blame, depression, and disability

- How shifting your mindset can support your treatment plan

- What a healthy balance of control looks like in headache care

Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is more than just jaw pain—it can play a surprising role in migraine and head pain. In this episode of HeadWise™, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, sits down with headache specialist Fred Cohen, MD, to explore how structural jaw issues might contribute to migraine attacks.

They break down:

- The difference between TMJ and TMD

- How TMD can trigger or worsen migraine through the trigeminal nerve

- Common symptoms and warning signs to watch for

- Which providers treat TMD—and when surgery might be considered

- How treatments like mouth guards and Botox (onabotulinumtoxinA) can help

If you’ve ever wondered whether jaw tension, grinding, or clenching could be affecting your migraine, this episode offers clarity and guidance from a clinical expert.

In this episode of HeadWise™, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, sits down with certified craniosacral therapist Elizabeth Browning Jones, RMT, to explore how this gentle, hands-on therapy may help people living with migraine and head pain. They unpack the science and theory behind craniosacral therapy, how it supports the nervous system, and why a light touch can lead to deep relief.

This episode offers insight into a lesser-known therapy that may provide meaningful support on your headache and migraine journey.

Is OnabotulinumtoxinA (Botox) effective for chronic migraine and how does it really work?

In this episode of HeadWise™, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, sits down with headache specialist Fred Cohen, MD, to explore the science, real-world impact, and practical considerations of OnabotulinumtoxinA treatment for chronic migraine.

Dr. Cohen breaks down:

Why Botox works beyond muscle relaxation

What the research and real-world data show about effectiveness

How treatment protocols are customized for each patient

The difference between cosmetic and migraine-related injections

Whether Botox can be combined with CGRP monoclonal antibodies

Common concerns about appearance, side effects, and insurance

If you’re considering Botox for the first time or want to understand more about your current treatment, this episode is packed with insight from both a medical expert and a person living with migraine.

Why can something as simple as wearing earrings or taking a shower trigger pain when living with migraine?

In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, is joined by leading headache specialist Dr. Richard Lipton to explore the phenomenon of allodynia—when normally non-painful touch becomes painful. They break down how this symptom develops through central and peripheral sensitization, why it can signal migraine progression, and how early treatment may help reverse it.

You’ll also learn:

What allodynia feels like

How to tell if you have it (and why it matters)

Which medications help—or hurt—when allodynia is present

Why pain in other parts of the body often travels with migraine

What do migraine, chronic fatigue, and connective tissue have in common?

In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD talks with neurologist Ilene Ruhoy, MD, about the misunderstood world of ME/CFS. They explore how fatigue, headache, and pain overlap—and what doctors may be missing when symptoms go unexplained.

What do symptoms like fatigue, dizziness, nausea, and brain fog have in common? They may all be signs of autonomic nervous system (ANS) dysfunction—an often-overlooked factor in headache and migraine care. In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, welcomes Lauren Natbony, MD, board-certified neurologist and founder of Integrative Headache Medicine of New York, for an in-depth conversation about how the ANS affects people living with headache and migraine disorders.

Why do we have so few FDA approved migraine medications for children? Should parents be concerned when their children are prescribed one or more medications that are "off-label" for pediatric patients? What does "off-label" really mean? Does it affect whether insurance will cover medications?

Tune in to this episode of HeadWise as host, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD addresses these questions and more with Pediatric Headache Specialist Amy Gelfand, MD.

In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, sits down with Trupti Gokani, MD, neurologist and Ayurvedic expert, to explore the profound impact of stress on the mind and body. Dr. Gokani shares her unique perspective on how disconnecting from our true self can manifest as physical symptoms and what we can do to restore balance.

Discover insights on:

Understanding the mind-body connection and its role in overall health

Identifying the stress personality state and how it affects well-being

Strategies to realign with our authentic self to reduce physical and emotional stress

Tune in now to gain insights from Dr. Gokani’s decades of expertise in both Western and Eastern medicine.

In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, is joined by headache specialist Lauren Natbony, MD, for an in-depth conversation on the complex relationship between sleep and migraine.

They explore questions many people living with migraine ask: Can melatonin help? Are over-the-counter or prescription sleep aids effective, or potentially harmful? How does sleep stage quality impact migraine? And what can we do if we’re lying awake for hours despite being exhausted?

From sleep routines to pillow choice, this episode offers practical insights to help you sleep better and reduce migraine frequency.