Mental Maps

Mary Rothwell is licensed therapist, master gardener, and forest therapy practitioner. Her work focuses on helping people align with the natural world and using nature as medicine. She is also the host of the podcast No Shrinking Violets which helps women find purpose in fulfillment. In this episode we discuss ways you can use nature for healing, creating rhythms of life, and tips for cultivating your version of nature. 

To follow Mary check out her website: Mary Rothwell's Website

You can also follow her on Instagram and Facebook.

Check out No Shrinking Violets Podcast for Women available on apple and Spotify

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Mental Maps is brought to you by Arukah Well, a virtual holistic mental health service. To learn more check out www.arukahwell.co or on Instagram @arukahwelllife

Dr. Masud Husain is a professor of neurology and cognitive neuroscience at Oxford University. His work focuses on identifying and understanding the neurological basis for mental health and the self. His new book, Our Bains Our Selves, focuses on the neurological underpinnings of what is known as "the self." 

Follow Dr. Husain at https://www.masudhusain.org/

Our Brains Our Selves: https://www.amazon.com/Our-Brains-Selves-Neurologists-Patients-ebook/dp/B0CZTX41YJ

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Mental Maps is brought to you by Arukah Well, a virtual holistic mental health service. To learn more check out www.arukahwell.co or on Instagram @arukahwelllife

keywords: neuroscience, mental health, brain circuits, motivation, attention, self, neurodegenerative diseases, brain disorders, dopamine, neuroplasticity

Willie Blake is speaker, advocate, and high-performance coach for people with dyslexia. His work focuses on maximizing the skill sets of neuro-diversive people to be successful in their calling. In this episode Willie also discusses his own journey with dyslexia and how these experiences guide his interventions as a coach. 

You follow Willie at: https://coachwillieblake.com/breakfree

You can follow Willie on Instagram @willieblake_light

Want to watch the video? Check out the discussion on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mentalmapspodcast

Mental Maps is brought to you by Arukah Well, a virtual holistic mental health service. To learn more check out www.arukahwell.co or on Instagram @arukahwelllife

keywords: dyslexia, neurodivergence, performance coaching, mindset, emotional health, creativity, personal development, adult life, overcoming challenges, self-improvement

Matt Young is a global keynote speaker and performance coach. He is a 17X ultra marathon runner and former professional English Footballer. His work currently focuses on helping people understand the emotions that limit them from achieving success. In this episode he discuss practical ways for personal growth including identifying internal voids and ways to improve emotional health. 

You can follow Matt's work at: https://www.mattyounglc.com/

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Mental Maps is brought to you by Arukah Well, a virtual holistic mental health service. To learn more check out www.arukahwell.co or on Instagram @arukahwelllife

Dr. David Bilstrom is a quadruple board certified medical doctor specializing in autoimmune disorders and gene health. He is board certified in Functional and Regenerative Medicine, Integrative Medicine, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, and Medical Acupuncture. His current work focuses on reversing and preventing genetic disorders, primarily in children. 

You can follow David's work at: https://drdavidbilstrom.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdavidbilstrom/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drdavidbilstrom

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Mental Maps is brought to you by Arukah Well, a virtual holistic mental health service. To learn more check out www.arukahwell.co or on Instagram @arukahwelllife

keywords: autoimmune disorders, mental health, autism, B vitamins, methylation, epigenetics, gut-brain connection, vitamin D, health, stress management

Beverly Meyer is a certified clinical nutritionist and podcaster who focuses on helping people through food. Her work in nutrition focuses on improving mood and sleep through specific foods and nutrition plans. 

You can follow Beverly's work at https://www.ondietandhealth.com/

Her podcast Primal Diet - Modern Health is available on most podcast platforms. 

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Mental Maps is brought to you by Arukah Well, a virtual holistic mental health service. To learn more check out www.arukahwell.co or on Instagram @arukahwelllife

keywords: clinical nutrition, mental health, GABA, blood-brain barrier, anxiety, paleo diet, brain health, herbal remedies, nutrition, food quality

Martin Henson is a therapist, project manager, and the founder of the BMEN foundation. BMEN focuses on improving mental health and creating community for black men of all ages. In this episode he discusses the challenges for men's mental health, the long term effects of these issues, and how community can be the key in healing. 

You can follow Martin's work at: https://www.martinhspeaks.com/

BMEN: https://bmenfoundation.org/

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Mental Maps is brought to you by Arukah Well, a virtual holistic mental health service. To learn more check out www.arukahwell.co or on Instagram @arukahwelllife

Keywords: men's mental health, vulnerability, community support, black men's health, mental wellness, emotional connection, social media impact, masculinity, isolation, mental health resources

Cindy Costley is a speaker, author, and healer who specializes in the treatment trauma. She is the creator of Electromagnetic Body Desensitization Technique (EBDT) which focuses on treating the physical and emotional issues related to trauma. In this episode we discuss the concepts of trauma, how symptoms are actually telling you something, and how to listen to your body for find healing. 

You can follow Cindy's work at: theunderlyinganswers.com or on Instagram @theunderlyinganswers

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Mental Maps is brought to you by Arukah Well, a virtual holistic mental health service. To learn more check out www.arukahwell.co or on Instagram @arukahwelllife

keywords: trauma, cellular health, mental health, emotional healing, EBDT, energy medicine, dysregulation, healing journey, holistic health, trauma response

Dr. Benjamin Doolittle is a medical doctor, pastor, researcher, and author who specializes in internal medicine, pediatrics, burnout, and addiction. He is a professor at Yale University in the School of Medicine and School of Divinity. His current work focuses on the the intersection between medicine and spirituality. His book Theology and Medicine in Conversation is available in January 2026. 

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Mental Maps is brought to you by Arukah Well, a virtual holistic mental health service. To learn more check out www.arukahwell.co or on Instagram @arukahwelllife

keywords: theology, medicine, spirituality, healing, mental health, community, suffering, compassion, burnout, healthcare

Dreading the holiday season? In this episode we discuss why the holidays can be filled with conflict and ways to make this the best holiday season yet. 

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Mental Maps is brought to you by Arukah Well, a virtual holistic mental health service. To learn more check out www.arukahwell.co or on Instagram @arukahwelllife

Keywords: holidays, thanksgiving, Christmas, adventure, expectations, roles, interactions, imperfection, experience