Rethinking Mental Health Care: Why Recovery Should Be the Goal

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, licensed clinical psychologist and mental health advocate Dr. David Susman challenges the traditional psychiatric model and makes a compelling case for recovery-focused care.

Discover how:✅ Peer support and empowerment play a vital role in healing✅ A person-centered approach transforms mental health outcomes✅ The current system needs to evolve to support long-term recovery

Dr. Susman shares his expert insights from his work in behavioral health leadership and mental health advocacy, offering hope and a clear path forward for patients, providers, and communities.

🎧 Listen now to learn why recovery—not just symptom management—is the future of mental health care.

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Website: davidsusman.com

Ready to stop overthinking and start living from your heart?

In this transformative episode of Normalize The Conversation, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and meditation expert Elizabeth Winkler, LMFT guides us on a journey from head to heart.

Learn how small shifts in language—like swapping “but” for “and” or “should” for “I want”—can change your mindset and open the door to presence and peace. Plus, Elizabeth leads a calming meditation to help you reconnect with the present moment and your inner self.

Whether you struggle with rumination or simply want to cultivate more mindfulness, this episode offers practical tools and heartfelt wisdom to help you live more fully and authentically.

🎧 Listen now and start shifting from thinking about life to truly being in it.

#NormalizeTheConversation #MindfulnessPodcast #ElizabethWinkler #HeartMindHealing #MeditationGuide #MentalHealthPodcast #Presence #SelfCompassion #MindsetShift #HealingJourney

Website: https://www.elizabethwinkler.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ewinklertherapy/

In this inspiring episode of Normalize The Conversation, licensed psychologist and speaker Dr. Josh Mirmelli shares how embracing uncertainty can help us overcome imposter syndrome, grow as therapists, and build more meaningful relationships—with clients, others, and ourselves.

We dive into:
✅ Why self-doubt is normal (especially for new clinicians)
✅ How to grow confidence by being human, not perfect
✅ The difference between performing therapy and practicing presence
✅ Why allowing yourself to be “new” is actually your greatest strength

Whether you’re a therapist, student, or someone learning to trust yourself more, this episode will remind you: you don’t have to have all the answers to be enough.

🎧 Tune in now and share with someone who needs this reminder.

Website: https://therapywithdrjosh.com/

Instagram: https://instagram.com/therapywithdrjosh

What is EMDR therapy — and how do you know if it’s right for you?

In this powerful episode of Normalize The Conversation, licensed therapist and EMDR expert Adriana Alejandre breaks down Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) in a way that’s clear, compassionate, and accessible. You’ll learn:

✅ What EMDR actually is and how it works✅ Who EMDR is best suited for (hint: it’s not just for PTSD)✅ How it differs from traditional talk therapy✅ What to look for in an EMDR provider — and where to find culturally competent care

Whether you’re new to therapy, exploring trauma-informed approaches, or curious about alternative healing methods, this conversation will help you better understand your options and feel empowered in your mental health journey.

🎧 Listen now and share with someone who needs to hear this.

Websites:https://latinxtherapy.com/therapists/adriana-alejandre-lmft/https://emdrandtraumatherapy.com/Find A Therapist Director:https://latinxtherapy.com/find/Instagrams:https://instagram.com/latinxtherapisthttps://instagram.com/latinxtherapy

In this episode, Lily Thrope breaks down eating disorders, challenging misconceptions about who they affect and what recovery truly looks like—especially when it means embracing a larger body. She also explores how societal conversations have shifted from body positivity to self-love being equated with weight loss. Website: https://thropetherapy.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/thropetherapylcsw

In this episode, Matt Worthington joins Francesca Reicherter to share how creative expression can transform lived experience into art and offers powerful advice for parents of neurodivergent children, helping them foster self-worth beyond society’s perceptions.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prettycoolstrangers/Website: https://prettycoolstrangers.com/

In this episode, Michaela Pearson joins Francesca Reicherter to open up about eating-disordered behaviors, the pursuit of external validation, and her journey with bariatric surgery. Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michlivinlife/Get Connected: https://linktr.ee/michlivinlife

In this episode, Ed Harrold reveals the power of breathwork in managing anxiety and becoming more present in your life. He shares how breathing techniques can transform your physiological and mental state, helping you build a deeper connection with yourself—one breath at a time.Website: https://www.edharrold.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ed_harrold

In this episode, Suzanne Jabour and I talk about our experiences with grief, exploring the impactful ways our community showed up. Suzanne teaches us how to distinguish what helps vs what doesn’t.guest: Suzanne Jabour, Grief Educatorhttps://www.suzannejabour.com/