Category: Health and Wellness

• “My Scars” Domestic Violence & Recovery Panel Discussion

  Members of our speakers bureau, Lift Every Voice and Speak (LEVS) never cease to amaze and inspire me. They recently brought their powerful message of hope and recovery to the My Scars Chat discussion on domestic violence. Rhachelle Johnson, a blogger I met a few years ago at the conference Blogalicious hosted the event. Rhachelle…

  October 30, 2014

  · Health and Wellness

• Primary Care and Behavioral Health Integration

  In this episode of Mental Health Matters, we break down what the integration of physical and behavioral health care means for doctors and patients. Guests are Dr. Karen Linkins of the Integrated Behvavioral Health Project and Alice Washington from the California Institute of Mental Health.

  August 14, 2014

  · Health and Wellness

• Compassion Fatigue

  A caretaker’s job is rarely easy. Whether you’re a counselor, parent, health professional, etc. it can come with a physical and mental toll. How do you manage your own health and wellness, when you’re in charge of another’s care? Guests Beverly Kyer, founder and CEO of The Kyer Group and David Rages II, senior case…

  July 27, 2014

  · Health and Wellness

• Bullying

  Bullying is a stressor that anyone can deal with at any time, no matter what the age. Host Shannon Eliot interviews Vicki Abadesco, Executive Director of Soul Shoppe, and Michelle Mateo, a parent and mental health advocate. The two share their views on self-care and actions anyone can take to minimize harm and increase harmony.

  June 28, 2014

  · Health and Wellness

• Sharon Kuehn

  Mental health advocate Sharon Kuehn discusses her process of overcoming bipolar disorder and abuse that came with treatment. She also highlights the positives she has gained from her experiences — ones that have taught her to be a better and more compassionate advocate.

  June 24, 2014

  · Health and Wellness

• Jessica Hendricks

  Jessica Hendricks, a young adult who has overcome trauma and abuse,discusses both the positives and challenges of living with Dissociative Identity Disorder.  

  June 19, 2014

  · Health and Wellness

• Peer Specialist Certification

  Host Shannon Eliot chats with two peer support experts to discuss the concept of peer support and the new certification process for peer specialists. Sharon Kuehn is the Program Manager for PEERS and Jia Broussard is a peer specialist for Bonita House.

  June 2, 2014

  · Health and Wellness

• How to Choose A Therapist

  So you’ve made the decision that you want to pursue therapy. But where do you start, and how do you find the right therapist for you? Join Mental Health Matters host Shannon Eliot and guests Joshua Kogut and therapist Philipe Harrington as they share their personal and professional experiences on what you should and shouldn’t…

  April 25, 2014

  · Health and Wellness

• Mental Health and Poverty

  The link between poverty and mental illness is real, although not always acknowledged. Host Shannon Eliot interviews Donita Diamata, Project Coordinator for Financial Self-Sufficiency at Mental Health America of Oregon. Learn how a lack of resources can lead to mental health challenges, which in turn can contribute to unemployment, lower quality treatment options, and a…

  April 1, 2014

  · Health and Wellness

• Mental Health and Sports

  Sports can act as a great wellness tool for those with mental health challenges. But intense competition and a pressure to perform can also create or trigger athletes with mental health issues. How do athletes — from casual amateurs to decorated Olympians — balance the hunger for success with the pursuit of wellness? Host Shannon…

  March 3, 2014

  · Health and Wellness