In this episode we invite Clair Thetford to the show to talk about Nutrition and Mental Health.  How do the foods we eat effect our mental state?

We talk about carbs, fats, micronutrients, macronutrients, the link between the gut and the brain, and much more.

Tune in to this episode to see Nutrition and Mental Health Through a Therapist’s Eyes!

Burnout is defined as a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress.  Burnout is common especially in the trying times we are in at the present moment.  It is as commonplace as grief and depression.

How does burnout impact our mental health and what can we do about it?  The guys talk about some solutions in this episode.

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People spend hours working on their physical health.  But did you know your Mental Health can be worked just like a muscle?

In this episode the guys talk about building Mental Health using strategies such as Self-Care, Breathing, Journaling, Exercise, Friendships, Nutrition, and others.  Implementing some or all of these techniques can make you more mentally and emotionally resilient.

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The guys welcome Cortney and Marc Donelson back to the show to discuss forgiveness in marriage.

They are a happily married couple for 21 years, but Marc had an addiction that he was dealing with that he had to tell Cortney during the 13th year. At that time, he was unsure if his life would unravel and he would lose everything he had.

Through the power of prayer, digging into the Bible, and listening to God, forgiveness was achieved, and the relationship was salvaged. Since then, Cortney and Marc have built a ministry to help couples through their marriages, the good, the bad, and the ugly.

Tune into this episode to learn about the power of forgiveness Through a Therapist’s Eyes!

Janice Holly Booth is a National Geographic author who chronicled her solo adventure travels in a book called “Only Pack What You Can Carry.”

In this episode she joins the guys and shares how she used challenges to help her overcome fear, manage her emotions, and build her courage muscle in a process she calls “Letting Go”.  She also shares how you can do the same in your own life.

Tune in to see “Letting Go” Through a Therapist’s Eyes!

The guys continue onto part 2 talking to Scotty Reid about Racism and look for answers to stop it. 

 After discussing some current events in our town with a Confederate Soldier monument and how Mental Health plays into that, the guys continue talking about what it would take to help society with the issue of Racism. Scotty Reid gives great insight adds what actions people need to do to stop racism. Scotty also shares personal experience with Racism long ago as a child that still affects him viscerally today.  Afterward, Chris and Craig continue to go over different ideas on how different people have provided ways to help and create a more harmonious life through good mental health practices.

 Tune into this episode to listen to Part 2 to see Racism Through a Therapist’s Eyes and a coach!

The guys are back after a little break and they invite Scotty Reid to the show to talk about Racism. 

There are some things going on in the local community that relate directly to the racial issues that are going on in our country and Scotty has some interesting insights.  They talk about current affairs, statues and monuments, the police, George Floyd and how it all relates to our Mental Health.  They also ask and talk about the answer, “what is the answer to Racism?”.

Tune into this episode to see Racism Through a Therapist’s Eyes!

We have a new teammate at Through a Therapist’s Eyes and in this show we introduce him. Neil will be more of a behind the scenes guy to help us increase our reach. Look for some changes coming to the show. And speaking of changes we are taking a little time off to prepare and will be back in a few weeks.

Chris also shares an interview he did of some of the peaceful protestors in our hometown. Tune in to this unique episode and look for us to come back better than ever.

48% of COVID-19 deaths were in nursing homes. A nursing home in Washington was hit very early in the US. Bodies of the dead were found in a nursing home. You may have heard bits and pieces of news about how the coronavirus has impacted nursing homes, but in this episode the guys talk to an ombudsman and two doctors whose mother is in a nursing home facility in NYC. “Shocked" is an understatement of how the guys felt after having this conversation. A must hear about how our elder generations have been treated, and why, during the pandemic.

Tune in to see Nursing Homes and COVID-19 Through a Therapist’s Eyes.

COVID-19 has created a situation where we need to social distance. But how do you social distance and protect patients in Inpatient Recovery Facilities?

In this episode we talk to Mandy Baker with the BRC Recovery Family of Programs. She discusses how COVID-19 has impacted their center. Obviously close quarters is a concern, testing new patients as they come in, and pivoting on some of the treatment strategies.

Tune into this episode to see COVID-19 and Recovery Centers Through a Therapist’s Eyes!