Behind Our Door Podcast: Recent Episodes
Behind Our Door Podcast
Join us in real life conversations about mental health: the old, the young and everything in between. Co-hosts, Julie and Nancy are two amazing women with extensive experience in the mental health world, but they are not clinicians; they are moms on a mission advocating, informing, sharing resources, often with expert advise from an array of guests.
In this mini episode, hosts Nancy and Julie bid farewell (for now) to the Behind Our Door Family as they take a step back from podcasting. They reflect on the journey of creating the show and the valuable lessons they've learned along the way.
This week, Nancy and Julie delve into the transformative therapeutic practices of Christi Venable, uncovering the impactful work she's leading at Smile Therapy Services in the Washington DC area. Join us as we explore the innovative approaches and compassionate care that Christi brings to the forefront, illuminating the journey toward healing and wellness for individuals in our community.
This week, join Nancy and Julie as they chat with Dr. Melvin McInnis, a leading expert in Bipolar Disorder and Depression. They'll cover the latest in treatment options and dive deep into understanding bipolar disorder. Tune in for an enlightening conversation you won't want to miss!
This week, Nancy and Julie talk with Dr. Phil Metres about his work with veterans, their experiences with PTSD, and reintegrating into civilian society.
In this mini episode, Julie shares her story and experience with bioidentical hormone replacement treatment.
This week, Nancy and Julie explore holistic and alternative wellness modalities with Dr. Patrick Flynn.
This week, Nancy and Julie talk explore how using Medicare for mental health care is on the rise and how to seek access.
This week, Nancy and Julie learn about the mental health benefits of ketamine treatment with Candace Curzon & Austin Francom of Therapeutic Alternatives. They explore its applications, safety, and how to get treatment.
In this mini episode, Nancy and Julie talk about the state of the tragic opioid crisis that continues to sweep across the United States.
This week, Nancy and Julie talk with insurance expert Robyn Black about how to get the most out of your insurance to get the care you deserve.
This week, Nancy and Julie share some of their personal experience and advice for New Year's resolutions. They look at how to make the most of a valuable mental framing opportunity, and how to incorporate mental health goals and care plans into your year's intention.
This week, Nancy and Julie explore interventional treatment with stem cell specialist Dr. Adeel Khan, and learn how this cutting edge technology can be used to improve mental health.
In this mini episode, Nancy, Julie, and Danny explore mental health stigma in different age groups.
This week, Nancy and Julie learn about neurofeedback therapy with Melissa Hergert, CEO of Brain Train Centers, CoFounder of Healing our Heroes, Board Certified Neurofeedback, and Amen Brain Health Coach.
In this mini episode, Nancy fills Danny and Julie in on the mental, emotional, and physical benefits of her new found practice: cold plunging!
This week, Nancy and Julie talk with social worker and founder of Carve Your Own Path, a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization located in Copley, OH, that offers an evidence-based, trauma-informed, inclusive, community approach to mental health and well-being through holistic wellness services, education, and consultation services.
In this mini episode, Nancy, Julie and Danny talk about SAD, Seasonal Affective Disorder, and how to combat the winter blues.
This week, Nancy and Julie talk with Holistic Therapist Lisa Schaefer about reiki, yoga, and other wellness modalities.
Nancy and Julie talk with Tom Farley, substance abuse recovery and prevention motivational speaker, Wisconsin Community Relations Coordinator for Rosecrance Health Network, and brother of late actor and comedian Chris Farley.
In this mini episode Nancy and Julie talk about what it is like getting older, taking care of elderly parents , and how those things can affect mindset.
This week, Nancy and Julie continue their conversation with Dr. Saul Zelan on adult, child, and adolescent psychiatry.
This week, Nancy and Julie reflect on the recent mass shooting in Maine. They discuss mental healthcare, gun control, and offer their condolences to the victims.
Nancy and Julie talk with adult, child & adolescent psychiatry specialist Dr. Saul Zelan, MD about mental health treatment methodology and diagnosis.
In this mini episode, Nancy and Julie welcome back the Behind Our Door Family after taking the Summer to talk with new guests and gather more free resources for the mental health community.
Nancy and Julie recap their journey as podcasters and say goodbye for now! The Behind Our Door crew is taking the Summer off and will pick back up in the Fall with new exciting and informative episodes.
Nancy and Julie Chat with Joseph T. Monahan, the founder of Monahan Law Group, LLC and one of the preeminent mental health law attorneys in Illinois, about how guardianship.
Nancy, Julie and Danny Chat about what to look for when seeking a Long Term Residential Care facility.
Nancy and Julie sit down with Dr. Patrick McGrath, a talented psychotherapist and Chief Clinical Officer of NOCD, for the second part of their conversation together--this time they explore the topic of caregiving.
Nancy, Julie, and Danny explore the question "How are you?". Do people really want to know, or are they just being nice? Their thoughts just might surprise you.
Nancy and Julie chat with Dr. Patrick McGrath, a talented psychotherapist and Chief Clinical Officer of NOCD, about hoarding, what it is, and how it is treated.
Nancy, Julie, and Danny discuss sobriety and its rise in the mainstream. With things like sober sections popping up at sporting events, could we see alcohol consumption become a less prevalent part of American culture?
Nancy and Julie chat with Kaylaa McGinnis of Montrose Behavioral Health Hospital in Chicago about what is really effecting adolescents these days and how to help them.
Julie, Nancy, and Danny chat about social media and how it has impacted mental health. On one hand, it creates more anxiety; on the other hand, it decreases the stigma. Do the pros outweigh the cons?
Nancy and Julie talk with Jonathan Larson and Elizabeth Reyes of the LAPD about their new mental health training and resources.
The Behind Our Door Family celebrates Julie's retirement! Her big news brings about a conversation around how to retire healthily and maintain a positive mindset going into new endeavors.
Nancy and Julie sit down with CoCo Alvarez-Mena of the Joffrey Ballet to talk about her journey with performance therapy as a professional who walks the line between artist and athlete.
Danny and Nancy chat about ways to cope with the anxiety around having anxiety in the first place, and share encouraging words to take steps forward.
Nancy and Julie welcome back Attorney Matt Cohen, who specializes in legal advocacy for kids & adults with disabilities and human service agencies that serve them.
Money, money, money is on our mind in this episode. How can we plan for a sustainable future while still getting the best mental health care possible for ourselves and loved ones? It takes a plan.
Nancy and Julie talk with Bill Jenkins, author of "What to Do when the Police Leave", about Trauma Informed Leadership and coping with trauma.
Nancy and Julie talk with Bill Jenkins, author of "What to Do when the Police Leave", about Trauma Enforced Leadership.
Ever wish you could read your DNA? Listen to the the Behind Our Door Family chat about the P-450 genetic test, which will tell patients how they will react to certain medications.
Nancy and Julie chat about senior care with Tracy Murphy, an expert in geriatric mental health conditions.
What do you do when your therapist moves on? The Behind Our Door Family explores how to cope, find a new therapist, and constructively frame the situation.
Nancy and Julie sit down with Jennifer Bishop-Jenkins and her husband Bill Jenkins to talk about their experience hiring folks with mental health concerns, how to best advocate for them, and how to create a mutually beneficial work environment. Jennifer and Bill own a Chicagoland dog grooming business called Love Fur Dogs.
The Behind Our Door Family mourns the loss of tWitch and explore the conversation around checking on your "strong friends".
Part 2 of Julie and Nancy's conversation with Sandra Spicher, former principal of JCFS Therapeutic Day School.
Nancy, Julie and Danny explore mental health themes in the TV shows they can't get enough of.
What is a therapeutic day school and is it a good fit for my child? Sandra Spicher, former principal of JCFS Therapeutic Day School just might be able to help in this episode.
What is a therapeutic day school and is it a good fit for my troubled child? Sandra Spicher, former principal of JCFS therapeutic day school just might be able to help in this episode.
Nancy, Julie, and Danny discuss boundary setting, why it is important and some of the challenges.
Nancy and Julie talk with Pamela Harrington about how Bring Change to Mind is helping students struggling with mental health issues.
Nancy, Julie and Danny chat about Julie's recent experience with Crisis Intervention Training as a law enforcement officer.
Julie, Nancy and their producer Danny enjoy a quick chat about Julie's recent experience in CIT (Crisis Intervention Training) as a law enforcement officer.
Attorney Jeffrey A. Rabin sits down with Nancy and Julie to answer the question “what if my mental health is so bad that I can’t work?” There are options for you!
Julie, Nancy and their producer Danny enjoy a quick chat on service/emotional support animals.
Nancy and Julie sit down with equine therapist Nina Ekholm Fry to discuss to benefits of using horses in the treatment of mental health.
Julie, Nancy and their producer Danny enjoy a quick chat on the brighter side of mental health.
Nancy and Julie welcome Dr. Jesse Viner, CEO & Chief Medical Officer at Yellowbrick in Evanston, IL, to talk about mental health in emerging adults, its pitfalls, and treatment methods.
Nancy and Julie sit down with Julie's wonderful husband Mike and talk about what it is like navigating dating, marriage, boundaries and a mentally ill child.
Nancy and Julie celebrate one year of Behind Our Door by sharing a comprehensive list of practical action items for taking control of our mental health.
Resilience, strength and helping others guides Chris Gillock through his lifelong journey as the son, husband and father of his family members struggling with mental illness.
Join us for a conversation with Dr. Mark Reineke as he speaks to us about children and adolescents and the complexities of anxiety, depression and suicide of that age group. He shares his expertise with cognitive therapy and his valuable thought process on how to look at the reality of these situations.
Tune in to hear 20-year-old, Cavan Pellegrino, a mental health advocate wise beyond her years. Through her own mental health journey, she offers advice and inspiration to adolescents, college students and young adults, in general, struggling with their mental health.
Through friendship Abs and Mags have created a sisterhood for people living with anxiety. They share the good, the bad, the ugly and keep us laughing along the way.
Abigail Natenshon is an eating disorder psychotherapist in practice for over 50 years, 35 of which have been focused on the treatment of eating disorders and the underlying emotional issues that drive them. In addition to her private practice, she provides psycho-educative consultation for mental health professionals, as well as, for parents of children with eating disorders.
Dr. Kate Tomasino is an Assistant Professor of Medicine and Psychiatry at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, and co-director of the Behavioral Medicine for Digestive Health Program at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago, IL. She specializes in health psychology and is an expert in the use of psychological and behavioral treatments for chronic digestive conditions.
Dr. Anjali Pandit is a clinical psychologist specializing in GI health and co-director of the Behavioral Medicine for Digestive Health Program in the Digestive Health Center at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago, IL. She is an Assistant Professor of Medicine within the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology and Psychiatry. Her role is primary clinical, delivering evidence based intervention to patients with GI conditions and symptoms.
Join us for the inspiring story of Kayla Bergeron, a survivor of the September 11th terrorist attack of the World Trade Center. She relays the details of traumatic events in her life and how she turned them around with remarkable resilience and wellness. This is a work in progress that is a lesson to all.
Bio:
Kayla Bergeron held the position of Director of Public Affairs for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and was working on the 68th floor of the World Trade Center, when terrorists hit on September 11, 2001. Her career span includes 15 years working in senior communications roles for high profile governmental agencies, including training for Homeland Security and FEMA Incident Command Systems. Following the traumatic survival of the 9/11 attack, she experienced life with an unimaginable set of personal tragedies. Her long journey, still a work in progress, has taken her leadership to now Program Director for The Connection Forsyth, based in Cumming, Georgia. Kayla is a crucial advocate for mental health, sharing her story of reliance of trauma, addiction, dual diagnosis, and more.
Join us in a conversation with clinical mental health pharmacist, Dr. Shari Allen, to get a better understanding of the many psychotropic medications. She sorts through the complicated decisions of what works best; balancing side effects, effectiveness and overall choices for individuals seeking medication support.
Nancy and Julie take us through the process and procedures of inpatient hospitalization. This is a realistic conversation from the family and caregiver perspective, as they relay both personal and professional perspectives.
The Ladies chat with Alexa James CEO of NAMI Chicago and talk about how she transformed NAMI Chicago into a powerful voice in the conversation about mental wellness, creating partnerships with police agencies and how NAMI can help you.
Tina Moore of the National Education Alliance for Borderline Personality Disorder (NEABPD), leads us through an important and informative conversation about Borderline Personality Disorder. Her personal and professional experience opens our eyes to life with this serious mental illness.
Addiction and dual diagnosis expert, Nina Henry, discusses how the pandemic is making an impact on those that struggle with addiction and mental health. She offers valuable advice along with suggestions of treatment and support.
Dr. Shahana Alibhai shares her personal journey and how her strive to perfectionism lead to OCD and Postpartum Anxiety, (the lessor know counterpart to Postpartum Depression). How this influenced her practice as a family physician; a gift of wellness to our listening audience.
Nancy Hughes Moyer speaks with the ladies on how VOA of IL is making an impact on homelessness, the need for wrap around services for successful outcomes, and the ground breaking paths Volunteers of America of Illinois is spear heading to address the emerging epidemic of treating mothers with opioid addiction.
Find out what an IEP meeting looks like, including who should accompany you to that meeting. Your rights as defined by law, more talk about therapeutic schools and the transition phase of IEP’s for future success.
Great discussion in defining the difference between an IEP and a 504 Plan; how to get an IEP in place, best practices; the mental health rights of a child; and how to properly advocate for a student.
Chrisa + Tom Hickey tell their story about raising a son who suffers from schizophrenia and how they fought and persevered to find stability and independence for their son.
Dr. Patrick Mcgrath takes us on an informational tour on what OCD looks like, the misconceptions, and how treatment does work.
Real life conversations with Dr. Patrick Mcgrath, a leader in the world of anxiety and OCD. Learn the ins and outs of anxiety and how thoughts are NOT facts, and how having the right therapy may change your life.
Julie and Nancy hear Laura’s personal journey, as she recounts the tragedies brought upon by her son’s marijuana usage and the psychosis from dabbing. Laura Stack is a well-known author and the founder of Johnny’s Ambassadors, a group she formed to educate parents, teens, and young adults about the dangers of ‘dabbing’ and marijuana psychosis.
Julie and Nancy talk with Dr. Steve Arkin a staff neurologist and father. Dr Steven Arkin tragically lost his son to suicide in 2015 at the young age of 20. After their son’s death, Dr Arkin and his family turned their tragedy into triumph by creating the Speak Up Foundation. Listen in as Julie and Nancy talk about his incredible personal journey and get a peek into his professional knowledge along the way.
How do you handle the holidays when you’re not feeling so festive? How can you support a loved one during the holiday season and how do you take care of yourself? What are the most common struggles that the holiday season brings upon?
Julie and Nancy talk with Dr. Carbray, Clinical Director of the Pediatric Mood Disorders at University of Illinois Chicago, about resources available to families and the best approach to suspected mood disorders in children and adolescents.
Julie takes us through her journey of realizing that her young son is in need of professional help. The question so many ask when unsure if they or those they care for have mental health issues not to be ignored. How do you know it is time to take action and where do you turn?