Essential Mental Healing
Essential Mental Healing is a podcast geared towards promoting mental health healing, motivation, and healthy ways to deal with problems around the topic. We will explore different avenues of mental health including but not limited to therapy, trauma healing, beliefs, anxiety, depression, parenting, holistic healing, disparities in communities and mental health and so much more. We will have fun and laugh and get deep and cry but we will do it in love while discussing our journey and others in the most positive way.Visit every other Thursday for a new episode! It's Therapy Thursday!
Episodes
58 episodes
From Nursing to Counseling: A Holistic Path with Denise Schonwald
It's Therapy Thursday!!Discover the transformative journey of Denise Schonwald, a former critical care nurse turned licensed mental health counselor, as she integrates the worlds of mental and physical health. Her inspiring narrative, a...
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55:31
Embracing Love and Growth: A Journey of Self-Reflection and Gratitude
Therapy Thursday!!After a summer of soul-searching and self-care, Janet Hale, our beloved "hippie mama," returns to kick off Season Four of Essential Mental Healing with a heartwarming and honest reflection on mental health. Imagine the...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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52:40
Finding Solace: Music as a Pathway to Healing with Heather Hill
Therapy Thursday!What if music could be your sanctuary in the storm of life? Join us as we uncover the transformative journey of Heather Hill, a singer-songwriter from the Blue Mountains of Canada. Heather opens up about her transition ...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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53:23
Healing Dialogues on Family, Spirituality, and Queer Inclusivity with Ann Russo
It's Therapy Thursday!When the path of self-discovery intersects with the embrace of one's true identity, the journey can be transformative. That's a truth our guest, Ann Russo, knows well as a psychotherapist and advocate for culturall...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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1:02:45
The Remarkable Journey from Disability to Health through Mental Power with Brandy Gillmore
It's Therapy Thursday!Have you ever considered the possibility that your mind might hold the key to relieving your physical pain? Brandy Gillmore joins me, Candace Fleming, for an eye-opening discussion that will challenge what you thin...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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48:40
Resilience and Faith: A Sister's Tale of Overcoming Adversity and Embracing Essential Mental Healing with Amanda Parks
It's Therapy Thursday!!Facing life's storms with unwavering courage, my sister Amanda and I, Candace Fleming, come together in a raw exchange on the trials and triumphs of Essential Mental Healing. Amanda, a beacon of resilience, un...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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1:00:08
John Miles on Transforming Trauma into Triumph and Living Passionately
Therapy Thursday!!When life throws curveballs, it's the stories of triumph and relentless pursuit of purpose that fuel our resilience. Navy veteran John Miles embodies this spirit, transforming personal tragedy into a beacon of hope thr...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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53:12
Embracing Parenthood's Unpredictable Twists: Homeschooling, Technology, and Healing Generational Trauma With Corene Lavhan
When my dear friend Corene Johnson faced her child's severe illness, she made a valiant pivot to homeschooling—a decision that would unknowingly become her family's saving grace during the pandemic. As Corene shares her story, you'll witness th...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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1:11:18
Breaking The Status Quo: A Heartfelt Discourse on Family, Community, and Overcoming Adversity
Therapy Thursday!!Janet and I bare our souls as we recount the trials and victories that have shaped us, from the resilience required to pretend financial stability for our children to the relentless pursuit of education. We toast to th...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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1:18:13
Exploring Sexual Enlightenment: Harnessing Tantra for Intimacy and Personal Growth with Dr. Elsbeth and Freddy Zental
It's Therapy Thursday!!Embark on a transformative exploration with us as we welcome Dr. Elsbeth and Freddy Zental from the Tantra Nova Institute to uncover the profound connection between intimacy, sexuality, and personal growth. Their ...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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1:06:33
Strengthening Bonds: Love, Friendship, and Resilience in Marriage with Scott and Shate Hayes
It's Therapy Thursday!!When you think of marriage, do you picture a best friend by your side through thick and thin? Scott and Shate from the Love Haze podcast join us to unravel the threads of love, friendship, and healing in relations...
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54:18
Discovering Tranquility: A Journey in Embracing Surrender and Overcoming Challenges
Therapy Thursday!Have you ever felt the profound peace that comes from surrendering control? This episode is a heart-to-heart conversation between myself, your host Candace Fleming, and my mother, Janet Hale, as we shed light on our jou...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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48:23
Exploring the Complexity of ADHD: Dyslexia, Trauma and the Promise of Neurofeedback with Dr. Connie McReynolds
Therapy Thursday!!What if everything you thought you knew about ADHD was just the tip of the iceberg? Join us as we explore this question with Dr. Connie McReynolds, a seasoned expert in rehabilitation psychology. The deep dive into the...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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49:53
The Healing Power of Laughter and Love in Mental Health
When was the last time you truly took a hard look at your mental health? We're back for season three of Essential Mental Healing, and we're putting our own journey front and center, in a bid to help you navigate yours. Our discussions are going...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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58:33
Unlocking the Power of Natural Stem Cells for Hair Loss: A Conversation with Mahryah Shain, Founder of More Hair Naturally
It's therapy Thursday!Dive into the fascinating science behind hair loss with Mariah as he explains the difference between testosterone and dihydrotestosterone, and how inherited factors can affect hair loss. Learn how innovative ingred...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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46:44
Music Therapy
It's Therapy Thursday!!In today's episode we will discuss how music can heal you. How music was used to give directions. How our moods change the lyrics we want to hear. How it helps with memory and more.Host Candace Fleming...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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37:01
A Mother's Day Love Letter
It's Therapy Thursday!!In today's episode we will discuss Mothers Day! This is also a love letter to all the moms especially mine. We hope you enjoyHost Candace FlemingCo-host Janet Halevisit the website at https://w...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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45:05
Going Against The Grain of Society
It's Therapy Thursday!!In today's episode we will discuss how being different is healing when you are authentic to yourself. Being a standout doesn't have to be a bad thing when you are living for the greater goodHost Candace Fl...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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42:27
Forgiving Ourselves Through Trauma
It's Therapy Thursday!!In today's episode we will discuss how we can forgive ourselves through trauma. How to identify our emotions to the trigger and what the 6 stages of change are.Host Candace FlemingCo-host Janet Hale
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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1:02:37
Staying Relevant
Therapy Thursday!!In today's episode we will discuss staying relevant. What does it looking to to be relevant in business, relationships and self. Host Candace P. FlemingCo-host Janet Halevisit the website at
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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38:38
What's Happening In Your Subconscious
In today's episode we will discuss our subconscious thoughts. You will hear what's important to us based on upbringing and how to change your way of thinking, Host Candace FlemingCo-host Janet Halevisit the websit...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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1:00:22
What is Family?
It's Therapy Thursday!!In today's episode we will discuss what makes a family. Does biology make a difference? Can you friends be more family than blood? Host Candace FlemingCo-host Janet Halevisit the website a...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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46:01
Bumps Along the Road to Success
It's Therapy Thursday!!In today's episode we will bumps and failures along the way to success. We stories of very successful people who had some very difficult journeys to the top. Host Candace FlemingCo-host Janet Hale<...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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53:18