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Children's Mental Health Feb 04, 2022

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Join Laura Lefever and Kristin as they talk about the importance of focusing on children's mental health, Laura's journey working with The Children's Center, and her podcast!
Laura Lefever is a native of Detroit and a graduate of Detroit Public Schools and Wayne State University with a BS in Criminal Justice. When asked, Laura will tell you that her professional home is with The Children’s Center, where she has worked with children and families for 26 years. Throughout her career at The Children’s Center, Laura has worked in the Home Base Program, coordinated hospital and residential services for children requiring specialized care, grew enrichment services developing an integrated summer camp for kiddos who were not welcomed into traditional summer camps. Laura also overall programming of 21st Century Afterschool grant services for 20 Detroit Public School sites, and served as a early childhood Head Start Director for five years. Laura currently serves as Director of Community Projects at The Children’s Center, where her passion for children and their families allows her to advocate on local and state levels for behavioral health care. Lefever also serves as the staff liaison for the parent-led Consumer Advisory Council at The Children’s Center and Board President of NAMI-Detroit. The opportunity to host a podcast that speaks to mental health awareness and advocacy for children and families is certainly something that Laura is impassioned about.
www.thechildrenscenter.com
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Sibling Sexual Abuse Nov 19, 2021

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Join Kristin and Brad as they talk about his book and a subject not often discussed: Sibling Sexual Abuse.
Brad Watts is the author of the book Sibling Sexual Abuse: A Guide for Confronting America’s Silent Epidemic. Brad is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider (CSOTP) who specializes in working with families where sibling sexual abuse has occurred. Brad conducts trainings with communities and groups about how to recognize and respond to incidents of sibling sexual abuse. He lives in Virginia with his wife and son. Visit him online at http://www.bradwattslpc.com.
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Raising Awareness and a Son on the Autism Spectrum Sep 24, 2021

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Join Kristin as she has an amazing conversation with Gina Mitchell about raising a son on the spectrum. From being a mother to teacher to advocate, Gina shares her experiences, some negative, but overwhelmingly positive as being autistic also comes with its own superpowers.
Gina Mitchell is Sam Mitchell's mom. Sam Mitchell is the creator and host of the podcast Autism Rocks and Rolls and the CEO of the Non-Profit Autism Rocks and Rolls. Gina has been Sam's #1 fan well, really since birth, but especially since Sam has spread his wings and shown the world what he's got. She is currently a teacher of 8th-grade students and has a bachelor's degree in English/Social Studies Education, a Master's degree in Education, and a Gifted and Talented Education degree. Gina has been a teacher for 17-years and still is. However, her second job is working at Autism Rocks and Rolls with Sam. Here, she works in marketing, networking, writing, editing, producing, and really, just doing a lot behind the scenes. When Sam's life mission became helping others, it became hers too. Her favorite pastimes are listening to crime and detective podcasts, music and crazy dancing with her family and students, leisurely swimming, reading books, building Websites, traveling, meeting new people, playing with her dogs, and shopping for bargains.
https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/our-shows/autism-rocks-and-rolls/
http://autismrocksandrolls.com/
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Introducing Inside the Aspergers Studio Sep 17, 2021

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Join Kristin as she welcomes Reid Miles to Mental Health News Radio Network with his podcast Inside the Aspergers Studio. Join them for some great conversation about living life on the spectrum. Reid Miles, diagnosed with both ADHD and High-functioning Autism, began his blog, Aspergers Studio, in 2018 at the age of 47. He has since followed that with his podcast Inside the Aspergers Studio where he has a wide array of content for those who are on the spectrum or love someone who is.
Reid Miles, diagnosed with both ADHD and later in life, High-functioning Autism, is the founder of the Aspergers Studio blog, and the founder and host of his podcast, Inside the Aspergers Studio. He began his blog at 47 years old in 2018 feeling the need to share his adventures and advice with others who are similar and in some of the same situations as he has been. He has since voyaged even further into podcasting to reach more of an audience. Reid has obtained a Bachelor’s degree online and has furthered his education with a Post Graduate Certification which he received while traveling abroad.
https://aspergersstudio.com/
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Hoarding and OCD Aug 30, 2021

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Dr. Paul Meier and Kristin talk about hoarding which is a misunderstood aspect of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
Paul Meier is an MD, Psychiatrist, and an Ordained Minister who is the founder of the Meier Clinics. He has authored or co-authored over 80 books, mostly Christian self-help books like Love is a Choice and Happiness is a Choice, and also a series of Bible Prophecy novels, including The Third Millennium.
https://www.meierclinics.com/
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Introducing NeuroDiverse Christian Couples Aug 05, 2021

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Listen in as Kristin talks to Dr. Stephanie Holmes and her husband, Dan Holmes, as they discuss their journey of having a child diagnosed on the spectrum and, in time, Dan diagnosed as an adult. Dr. Holmes has previously been the host of Springbrook's Converge Autism Radio podcast here on Mental Health News Radio Network. Get to know them both as they introduce their new podcast, NeuroDiverse Christian Couples. Within this show they share their goals of building connection and communication about their life's journey together as they navigate challenges that come with neurodiverse relationships.
Dr. Holmes seeks to bring restoration and spiritual renewal to individuals and couples facing challenging situations. By combining affordable rates with a desire to glorify God in all that transpires through the counseling/coaching process, she offers life-changing hope to troubled lives. Through the International Association of NeuroDiverse Christian Marriages, LLC she wants to educate and equip others to build effective strategies for NeuroDiverse Christian Marriages.
Dan Holmes believes there is no greater office one can hold than that of a husband and father. Since both roles require complicated interplay on many levels, Dan also believes God has provided help through the leading of the Holy Spirit, the counsel of others, and the work of life coaches.
https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/our-shows/neurodiverse-christian-couples/
https://www.christianneurodiversemarriage.com/
https://www.holmesasr.com/
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Introducing That Infernal Noise with Robert Young Jul 14, 2021

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Join Kristin as she welcomes Robert Young, the host of That Infernal Noise, a podcast that has recently joined MHNR Network! They discuss the everyday mental health moments that we all have and how they each manage...That Infernal Noise.
Listen to MORE of Robert on his podcast That Infernal Noise: https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/our-shows/that-infernal-noise/
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Welcoming Autism Rocks and Rolls Jun 17, 2021

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Listen in as Kristin welcomes our new addition to Mental Health News Radio Network: Autism Rocks and Rolls with Sam Mitchell. Sam, who was diagnosed with autism at 4 years old, hosts his podcast for those on the spectrum with the insight that another with autism can truly grasp.
http://autismrocksandrolls.com/
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The Self-Care Chronicle: Self-Care for Mental Health Professionals May 28, 2021

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Join Kristin as she speaks with Dr. Marsha Brown about her podcast, The Self-Care Chronicle, which is newly added to the Mental Health News Radio Network! Dr. Marsha feels it's important that mental health professionals need to remember to take care of themselves as well, after taking care of others.
Dr. Marsha D. Brown is a Licensed Psychologist with extensive experience in the assessment, evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of individuals of all ages. She is regularly sought out by professional and media organizations for her expertise in mental health, self-care, and conquering stress. . Dr. Brown’s independent practice specializes in helping organizations and companies teach their employees to use the “Deconstructing Stress” method to conquer stress and improve work performance and quality of life.
https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/the-self-care-chronicle/
https://drmarshabrown.com/
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Extreme States and Mental Health Reform Apr 28, 2021

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Join Kristin as she speaks with Dr. Dan Edmunds regarding his work with extreme states and mental health reform.
Dr. Dan L. Edmunds is an existential psychoanalyst and psychotherapist in Northeastern Pennsylvania. His work has focused on drug-free, relational approaches for those undergoing extreme states of mind as well as autism and developmental differences. Dr. Edmunds is the founder of the Center for Humane Psychiatry, an emancipatory movement for human rights in the mental health system. Dr. Edmunds has advocated for psycho-social approaches for those in distress that are affordable and accessible. Dr. Edmunds developed a therapeutic community project and is involved with autism acceptance and the autistic rights movement. Dr. Edmunds is the author of BEING AUTISTIC: AN APPROACH TOWARDS UNDERSTANDING AND ACCEPTANCE; THEY SAY MY CHILD HAS ADHD: DEBUNKING THE BIO-PSYCHIATRIC PARADIGM; THE MEETING OF TWO PERSONS; and MYSTICAL METAPHORS. Dr. Edmunds is a frequent speaker on critical psychology issues.
https://www.selfgrowth.com/experts/dan_edmunds.html
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