Turning Points: Navigating Mental Health

Host Frantzces Lys explores the multifaceted nature of trauma, the barriers to recovery, and the critical role of community support in fostering healing and resilience. We unpack the nuances of PTSD,, particularly in the context of sexual trauma, with experts Dr. Tara Galovski and Sharon Imperato, as well as survivor and advocate Kate Speer.

Kate Speer, a survivor and advocate, shares her personal journey of resilience and the importance of celebrating small victories in the healing process. Her powerful narrative underscores the necessity of believing survivors and the transformative power of self-efficacy.

Dr. Tara Galovski, a seasoned psychologist specializing in trauma, sheds light on the physiological and psychological responses to trauma, emphasizing the chronic nature of untreated PTSD. She explains the nuances between PTSD, offering insights into effective treatments like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Sharon Imperato, representing the Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC), highlights the essential services provided by her organization. From a 24-hour hotline to legal advocacy and confidential counseling, BARCC's comprehensive support system aims to dismantle barriers that prevent survivors from seeking help.

Through these rich and informative conversations, Frantzces explores the multifaceted nature of trauma, the barriers to recovery, and the critical role of community support in fostering resilience. 

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Sharon Imperato

• Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC) Website
• Instagram: @barccofficial
• Twitter: Boston Area Rape Crisis Center
• Facebook: Boston Area Rape Crisis Center

Dr. Tara Galovski

• National Center for PTSD Website
• Women Veterans Network (WoVeN)

Kate Speer

• Kate Speer’s Website
• LinkedIn Profile

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A cancer diagnosis can be a profound emotional journey, often accompanied by anxiety, depression, and distress. Host Frantzces Lys delves into the mental health challenges that cancer patients face throughout their treatment journey. She is joined by Dr. Beverly A. Zavaleta, a board-certified family physician, and cancer survivor who was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer in 2015. Dr. Zavaleta turned her experience into a mission to support others and provide hope, authoring the invaluable guide "Braving Chemo." 

Her unique perspective as both a physician and a patient provides deep insights into the intersection of cancer, trauma and mental health. Dr. Zavaleta shares her personal journey, highlighting the critical role of compassionate care, self-care, the importance of mental health support, and the resilience required to navigate such a daunting diagnosis. She offers practical advice for patients and caregivers alike, ensuring that listeners understand they are not alone in their struggles and healing.

Beverly A. Zavaleta, MD

• Instagram 
• Braving Chemo 
• Website 

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Finding the right form of therapy is crucial for a new mental health journey. Host Frantzces Lys talks with Charles Daniels, who shares insights on group therapy for men, specifically fathers. He emphasizes the cultural aspects that influence fatherhood, men's mental health, and therapy engagement, and underscores the importance of support networks in recovery from substance use disorders and addiction. 

Then, Frantzces speaks with Gina Connor, a seasoned therapist, who unpacks the structure and benefits of group therapy for eating disorders. She discusses specific methodologies like Health at Every Size (HAES) and how these approaches address the unique challenges faced by individuals. Gina also highlights Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or CBT, and EMDR in her work. Whether you’re seeking help for yourself or a loved one, this episode offers valuable guidance and resources to navigate the journey to resilience.

Charles C. Daniels Jr., PhD, MDiv, LICSW

• LinkedIn
• Dr. Daniel’s TED Talk 

Gina Cipolla Connor, LICSW

• Instagram
• flourish-therapy-center.com/

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Turning Points: Navigating Mental Health returns, delving into empowering moments in mental health journeys. We explore family and peer-based therapies, tackle the unique challenges of trauma and PTSD in women, and confront the emotional impact of cancer. Later in the season, we introduce the compassionate work of end-of-life doulas, and uncover the reality of late-in-life diagnoses of autism and ADHD. Join host Frantzces Lys and a lineup of mental health professionals and people with personal experiences as we uncover their turning points and offer you insights and support for your own mental health journey.

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Stigma can affect everything from how we see ourselves to how we access help for our mental health. So how can we overcome shame around a mental health condition and medication?

Host Frantzces Lys talks with Rachel Star Withers, who has experienced these stigmas as a person living with schizophrenia, as well as licensed therapist Kati Morton. Both guests have found strength in taking ownership of the narrative, and have found that he best way to dismantle stereotypes surrounding mental health and medications is by talking openly and honestly.

Rachel Star Withers is an entertainer, stuntwoman, and person living with schizophrenia. She is the host of HealthLine / Psychcentral podcast Inside Schizophrenia and has appeared on MTV’s Ridiculousness, America’s Got Talent, Black Panther, and TUBI's #shockfight. 

Kati Morton, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist and a highly sought-after speaker in the field of mental health. She has written two books on mental health: Are U Okay? A Guide to Caring for Your Mental Health and Traumatized: Identify, Understand, and Cope with PTSD and Emotional Stress. She hosts a mental health YouTube channel and a podcast named Ask Kati Anything. 

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Kati Morton

Web: katimorton.com

Social: Facebook |  Instagram | Twitter | TikTok

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/katimorton 

Podcast: Apple | Spotify | Amazon Music

Rachel Star Withers

Web: rachelstarlive.com | psychcentrail.com/is

Social: Facebook | Instagram

YouTube: www.youtube.com/rachelstarlive 

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There are significant ways that pregnancy and birth can shake our mental health. What can cause postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, and psychosis? Who can you turn to for help and support to pull you out of what can be an isolating experience? And what happens when the doctor's office itself causes even more anxiety? 

Host Frantzces Lys first speaks with a doula and a reproductive psychiatrist on navigating mental health during pregnancy and how we can recognize the symptoms of postpartum disorders. Then Frantzces hears from a mom and patient advocate who navigated postpartum herself.

Dr. Shari Lusskin is a clinical professor of psychiatry, obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive science at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. Ebony Harvey is a registered nurse, doula, student nurse practitioner and a holistic health and wellness coach with a focus on maternal health. Jillian Amodio is an award-winning yoga instructor, writer, author, speaker, mental health advocate, licensed masters social worker and a mother of two children.

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Dr. Shari Lusskin:

Web: https://www.sharilusskinmd.com/ 

Ebony Harvey:

Web: https://inharmonyhw.com/ | https://matermea.com/overdue/ 

Social: Instagram

Jillian Amodio:

Web: www.waypointwellnesscenter.com/providers/jillian-amodio/ | momsformentalhealth.com/ 

Social: Instagram | Twitter

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No two mental health journeys are the same. Our unique identities and experiences play a huge role in shaping our perspectives and actions. 

How can our cultures uplift our spirits and benefit our collective health? What’s preventing more therapists from various cultural backgrounds from joining the field? And how do you find a therapist who understands and respects your culture? 

Host Frantzces Lys is joined by fellow experts in a roundtable discussion to explore how cultural differences shape our health journeys: Dulce Orozco is a therapist who focuses on women of Latina and Hispanic origin in her practice. Krystle Canare is deputy director of the National Asian American Pacific Islander Mental Health Association and vice chair of the Asian Mental Health Collective, working to destigmatize mental health in the AAPI communities. Dr. Earl Turner is a licensed psychologist, professor, internationally recognized speaker, and founder and executive director of Therapy for Black Kids, which provides mental health support and psychoeducational resources to parents.

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Dulce Orozco:

Web: www.dulceorozco.com 

Social: Instagram

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/latinaimmigranttherapist/ 

Krystle Canare:

Web: naapimha.org | tayohelp.com | asianmhc.org 

Social: Instagram @naapimha | @tayohelp | @tayotrails 

Dr. Earl Turner:

Web: www.drerlangerturner.com | www.therapyforblackkids.org

Social: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

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Therapy is a big step in any mental health journey but finding a therapist who meets your needs can be daunting, and even discouraging. Join us as host Frantzces Lys talks to psychologist Dr. Charmain Jackman and licensed therapist Celeste Viciere about the process of finding the best therapist for you. 

Frantczes and her expert guests discuss how to overcome the challenges of finding a therapist, which starts with understanding which type of therapy is right for you. It’s not always easy; the roadblocks to finding a therapist led psychologist Dr. Charmaine Jackman to create a directory called Innopsych that specializes in helping people connect with therapists of color. Frantczes and her guests also discuss when it’s time to “break up with” a therapist, if they’re not the right match for your needs. 

Celeste Viciere, also known as Celeste the Therapist, is a renowned therapist based out of Boston who’s been in private practice since 2015. Celeste is also a best-selling author, mental health advocate and host of the “Celeste The Therapist” podcast . Dr. Charmaine Jackman is a licensed psychologist, speaker, writer, consultant and the Founder & CEO of InnoPsych, a company that focuses on disrupting racial inequities in mental health.

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Celeste Viciere:

Web: www.celestethetherapist.com

Social: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | TikTok

Podcast: Apple | Spotify

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/celeste-the-therapist-3a3480121/ 

Dr. Charmain Jackman:

Web: www.innopsych.com | www.drcharmainjackman.com. 

Social: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram - @InnoPsych and @AskDrCharmain 

YouTube: www.youtube.com/InnoPsychTV

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drcharmainjackman/

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It’s no secret that work causes us stress, but how can we prioritize our mental well-being while navigating the demands of our work? Host Frantzces Lys talks to Morra Aarons-Mele, mental health advocate, author, and self-described “anxious achiever” about the importance of understanding your mental health in order to create a work environment that supports your well-being. In this era of burnout and quiet quitting, Morra shares how she took back agency over her own time to restore balance in her mental health at work.  

Morra Aarons-Mele is the co-founder of HelpfulConversations.co and hosts The Anxious Achiever by LinkedIn podcast. She is the author of the best selling book The Anxious Achiever: Turning Your Biggest Fears Into Your Leadership Superpower and Hiding in the Bathroom: How to Get Out There When You'd Rather Stay Home. 

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Morra Aarons-Mele

Web: www.morraam.com 

Social: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Podcast: Apple | Spotify

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morraaaronsmele/

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Hear personal stories from advocates who learned to thrive while living with anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and maternal mental health conditions such as postpartum depression. Every week, Turning Points explores pivotal moments from a wide range of mental health journeys. Experts and advocates join us to offer guidance, as we cover topics including how people with marginalized identities can find therapists who understand them, how to know when to break up with your therapist, and how we can overcome harmful stigmas around medication. 

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