Conscious Conversations: Recent Episodes
Michelle Flemming
The pandemic has brought a lot of unpredictability, uncertainty, and struggles. Conscious Conversations hopes to offer new and healthy ways to encourage self-care and promote well-being. In each episode, we have a conversation with subject matter experts on a wide variety of mental health topics.
This podcast is hosted by Colorado Spirit, a crisis counseling program team designed to provide emotional support in response to the covid crisis. Colorado Spirit is partnered with Diversus Health, a community mental health center in the Colorado Springs area.
Colorado Spirit contact info:
719-299-2996
covidresponse@diversushealth.org
Diversus Health contact info:
719-572-6100
diversushealth.org
What is psychosis? It sounds pretty scary, so let's break it down. We provide some education, break the stigma, and give some effective coping strategies.
Let's explore a popular and effective treatment called "Dialectical Behavioral Therapy," or DBT for short. We'll discuss the four modules and certain strategies within each. These skills can help anyone - no matter who you are or what you're dealing with!
This episode includes references to bears! Anxiety is something we all experience. Let's explore coping skills, root causes, & more.
Many of us have experienced depression in one form or another. Let's talk about healthy ways we can help ourselves and others who are struggling.
To wrap up our series on family, I've invited Terry Klein, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, to talk with us about healthy relationships. We learn to ask ourselves the hard questions and get down to the root of any issues that arise between us & our loved one.
As a parent, have you been struggling with your kids during this pandemic?! You're not alone! Listen to this episode where we talk about ways to help your kids AND you!
Do you have a family member or loved one who is living with a mental health condition & wonder how you can best support them? Join this Conversation to hear from someone who has experience helping her loved ones, supporting other families, and who has learned the art of self-care in the midst of challenging situations.
Resources:
www.namicoloradosprings.org
www.nami.org
Let's face it. Suicide is a touchy subject & one that typically strikes fear into those who hear the word. It can be tough to listen to someone who is voicing those thoughts, so let's have a conversation about how we can create a safe and nonjudgmental space for people to freely talk about one of the toughest spots to struggle in.
Let's talk about substance use & how Covid has impacted sobriety. This episode includes coping skills & strategies, as well as tips for family members of those struggling with addiction.
How do we motivate ourselves to practice healthy self-care during a time when most of us are at home? When we take a wholistic approach, our overall well-being can soar. Tune in to learn about the 3 Pillars of Health and unique ways to encourage self-care.
Discussions around mental health are becoming more common these days. Let's learn how to have encouraging & helpful conversations that promote safety & validation to those around us who may be struggling with their mental health.
Resources and contact information for Mental Health First Aid Podcast:
Visit: mentalhealthfirstaid.org to learn more about this nationally recognized program. Over 2.5 million American have been trained in this potentially life-saving course.
If you’d like to schedule a training session email Maddie at: MHFA@diversushealth.org
Send your MHFA questions to: MHFA@diversushealth.org