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Mental Illness Happy Hour

Mental Illness Happy Hour

596 Episodes • By Paul Gilmartin • art19.com/shows/mental-illness-h...
"Remarkable" - Psychology Today"A vital, compassionate gem that fills a desperate and under-addressed need in our society." - Esquire "A perversely safe place in which he and his guests talk about their fears, addictions and traumatic childhoods." - NY Times"Gilmartin makes a conscious effort to exp ...more
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#692 Foster Parenting - Michael Laurie
Michael Laurie is an actor, a small group facilitato... more
Apr 19 2024 1h 50m
Attitude Towards Chronic Pain and Loss
Chapter 1 17 mins
McDonald's and Mental Health Care
Chapter 2 9 mins
Exploring Therapy and Home Care
Chapter 3 5 mins
Growing Up in a Troubled Environment
Chapter 4 15 mins
Family Relationships and Personal Struggle
Chapter 5 7 mins
Navigating Long-Term Sobriety and Service
Chapter 6 12 mins
Challenges of Foster Parenting
Chapter 7 17 mins
Finding Serenity Through Life's Challenges
Chapter 8 14 mins
Surviving Trauma and Mental Health
Chapter 9 13 mins
Darkest Secrets and Sexual Fantasies
Chapter 10 58 sec
Powerful Advice and Gratitude
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#691 Nature & The Brain - Dr. Jeff Karp
Dr. Jeff Karp is a Harvard Medical School professor ... more
Apr 12 2024 1h 43m
Overcoming Challenges and Exploring New Paths
Chapter 1 4 mins
Prioritize Yourself With Byte Clear Liners
Chapter 2 14 mins
Personal Reflections and Random Musings
Chapter 3 6 mins
Mental Health and Drumming Journey
Chapter 4 3 mins
Embracing Mindfulness in Daily Life
Chapter 5 7 mins
Finding Stillness and Self-Compassion
Chapter 6 7 mins
Human Connection and Medical Problem Solving
Chapter 7 11 mins
Developing Surgical Glue Inspired by Nature
Chapter 8 8 mins
Connecting With Nature and Biology
Chapter 9 11 mins
Discovering Personal Potential Through Curiosity
Chapter 10 6 mins
The Power of Asking Questions
Chapter 11 11 mins
Global Audience, Skin Picking, and Forgiveness
Chapter 12 13 mins
Exploring Past Trauma and Healing
Chapter 13 2 mins
Local Coffee Culture and Community Support
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#690 Married To An Addict/Alcoholic - Dana Killion
Dana Killion is an author of mystery and memoir whos... more
Apr 5 2024 1h 33m
Sexual Abuse Survivor's Trauma and Fears
Chapter 1 15 mins
Happiness, Humor, and Helpfulness
Chapter 2 18 mins
Living With an Addict
Chapter 3 14 mins
Navigating Infidelity and Addiction Recovery
Chapter 4 5 mins
Navigating Love, Loss, and Healing
Chapter 5 14 mins
Overcoming Fear, Finding Healing Support
Chapter 6 8 mins
Navigating Silence and Self-Compassion
Chapter 7 14 mins
Healing From Silence and Shame
Chapter 8 8 mins
Survivor's Healing Journey and Self-Discovery
Chapter 9 1 min
Embracing Emotions and Seeking Support
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#689 Raised To Present Well - Dr Kate Truitt
Dr. Kate Truitt is a psychologist and neuroscientist... more
Mar 29 2024 1h 52m
Journey Through Trauma and Healing
Chapter 1 12 mins
Navigating Mental Health Struggles and Support
Chapter 2 15 mins
Boundaries and Self-Care in Relationships
Chapter 3 15 mins
Family Trauma and Personal Growth
Chapter 4 9 mins
Navigating Trauma and Self-Acceptance
Chapter 5 15 mins
Unpacking Trauma and Healing Pathways
Chapter 6 9 mins
Redefining Mental Health Science
Chapter 7 9 mins
Exploring Consciousness and Neuroplasticity
Chapter 8 12 mins
Building Resilience Through Routine and Support
Chapter 9 6 mins
Personal Trauma and Relationship Struggles
Chapter 10 12 mins
Emotional and Sexual Abuse Recovery
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#688 First Responder PTSD - Therapist Donn Bradley
Donn Bradley is a therapist (LMFT) and a former firs... more
Mar 22 2024 1h 39m
Survivor Shares Trauma of Abuse
Chapter 1 16 mins
Navigating Life's Challenges and Transitions
Chapter 2 9 mins
Exploring Mental Wellness and Childhood Trauma
Chapter 3 13 mins
Self-Forgiveness and Emotional Intelligence
Chapter 4 10 mins
Navigating Grief and Transitioning Careers
Chapter 5 3 mins
Domestic Violence and Drug Abuse
Chapter 6 12 mins
Survival Brain and Self-Care Mission
Chapter 7 4 mins
Navigating Emotions and Mental Health
Chapter 8 7 mins
Trauma Recovery Journey and Honesty
Chapter 9 13 mins
Parental Pride, Trauma, and Self-Reflection
Chapter 10 10 mins
Exploring Trauma and Recovery
Chapter 11 1 min
Memories of Banana Grams and Love
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#687 Sex Work/Addiction/Pain - Margo Steines
Margo Steines is a Dominatrix turned welder turned a... more
Mar 15 2024 1h 31m
Emotional Impact of Parental Dependency
Chapter 1 17 mins
Navigating Relationships and Independence
Chapter 2 12 mins
A Brutality's Love Story
Chapter 3 8 mins
Professional Dominatrix
Chapter 4 15 mins
Transitioning From Sex Work to Metalwork
Chapter 5 4 mins
Toxic Relationship and BDSM Exploration
Chapter 6 6 mins
Exploring Pain, Addiction, and Recovery
Chapter 7 11 mins
Margo Stein on Mental Health
Chapter 8 6 mins
Personal Reflections and Concerns
Chapter 9 8 mins
Surviving Abuse and Moving Forward
Chapter 10 4 mins
Exploring Feminist Sexual Fantasies
Chapter 11 1 min
Teenage Memories and Podcast Support
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#686 Depersonalization/Derealization Disorder - Swamy Gopalsamy
Swamy Gopalsamy is a coach who specializes in helpin... more
Mar 8 2024 1h 30m
Destigmatizing Mental Illness Through Vulnerability
Chapter 1 7 mins
Navigating Relationships and Personal Growth
Chapter 2 15 mins
Finding Answers in Complicated Topics
Chapter 3 7 mins
Cultural Adjustment and Mental Health
Chapter 4 13 mins
Experiencing Depersonalization and Derealization
Chapter 5 10 mins
Understanding and Coping With Depersonalization
Chapter 6 5 mins
Quiet Your Mind, Seek Support
Chapter 7 9 mins
Navigating Depersonalization and Mental Health
Chapter 8 10 mins
Personality and Mood Disorders Overview
Chapter 9 15 mins
Dark Confessions and Self-Reflection
Chapter 10 56 sec
Mental Illness and Connection
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#685 Bipolar & Stigma - Dr Devika Bhushan
Dr. Devika Bhushan is a pediatrician and the former ... more
Mar 1 2024 1h 40m
Darkest Thoughts and Secrets
Chapter 1 5 mins
Exploring Career Paths and Mental Health
Chapter 2 14 mins
Exploring Trauma, Anger, and Healing
Chapter 3 9 mins
Balancing Parental Fear and Childcare
Chapter 4 6 mins
Parenthood, Mental Health, and Breastfeeding
Chapter 5 10 mins
Cultural Adaptation and Mental Health
Chapter 6 14 mins
Navigating Bipolar Depression and Mania
Chapter 7 5 mins
Addressing Childhood Trauma in Healthcare
Chapter 8 7 mins
Mental Health Advocacy and Recovery
Chapter 9 18 mins
Personal Stories and Mental Health
Chapter 10 9 mins
Themes of Love and Struggle
Chapter 11 2 mins
Support and Gratitude for Listeners
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#684 Kendra Petty
Kendra Petty is an author who opens up about her lif... more
Feb 23 2024 1h 37m
The Impact of Therapy on Addiction
Chapter 1 16 mins
Coping Mechanisms and Workplace Challenges
Chapter 2 13 mins
Surviving Childhood in a Religious Cult
Chapter 3 7 mins
Trauma, Resilience, and Moving Forward
Chapter 4 11 mins
Family Mental Illness and Abuse
Chapter 5 12 mins
Navigating Trauma and Healing Journeys
Chapter 6 6 mins
Therapy and Connection in Healing
Chapter 7 12 mins
Recovery, Forgiveness, and Healing
Chapter 8 15 mins
Survivors Sharing Their Stories
Chapter 9 4 mins
Supportive Community and Small Joys
Chapter 10 52 sec
Finding Joy in Everyday Encounters
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#683 Sexual Anorexia - Dale
Dale joins Paul to discuss her experience with socia... more
Feb 16 2024 1h 26m
Embracing Support and Overcoming Distorted Reality
Chapter 1 13 mins
Personal Struggles, Life, Career, Mental Health
Chapter 2 14 mins
Social and Sexual Anorexia
Chapter 3 16 mins
Struggles With Alcoholism, Relationships, and Healing
Chapter 4 8 mins
Understanding Boundaries and Self-Identity
Chapter 5 17 mins
Understanding Contradictions and Seeking Help
Chapter 6 15 mins
Self-Care, Support, and Personal Struggles
Chapter 7 4 mins
Navigating Relationships and Finding Support
Chapter 8 30 sec
Cars for Sale on Auto Trader
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#682 Anger - Ron Placone
Ron Placone is a comedian and writer with anger issu... more
Feb 9 2024 1h 22m
Coping With Alcohol-Induced Arguments and Relationships
Chapter 1 17 mins
Life Stories and Mental Health Experiences
Chapter 2 10 mins
Citycast
Chapter 3 10 mins
Coping With Anger and Control
Chapter 4 13 mins
Navigating Personal and Professional Boundaries
Chapter 5 9 mins
Left at Wall
Chapter 6 8 mins
Healing From Shame and Sexual Desires
Chapter 7 13 mins
Religious Trauma and Emotional Healing
Chapter 8 2 mins
Leslie's Transformation and Spreading Positivity
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#681 Topaz Adizes - Human Connection
Topaz Adizes (@the_skindeep) is a filmmaker and prod... more
Feb 2 2024 1h 43m
Self-Evaluation and Body Image
Chapter 1 8 mins
Exploring Mental Health and Personal Growth
Chapter 2 18 mins
Genital Herpes and Identity Struggles
Chapter 3 8 mins
Exploring Intimacy and Connection
Chapter 4 5 mins
Exploring Childhood Memories and Facing Fears
Chapter 5 4 mins
Deep Listening and Philosophy
Chapter 6 13 mins
Exploring Uncomfortable Emotions and Finding Empowerment
Chapter 7 6 mins
Sharing Memories and Overcoming Fears
Chapter 8 16 mins
Appreciating Sounds, Woods, and Work
Chapter 9 4 mins
Welcome Mats and Sound Sensitivity
Chapter 10 12 mins
Struggles With Misophonia, Trauma, and Abuse
Chapter 11 7 mins
Healing From Trauma, Love for Board Games
Chapter 12 1 min
The Love of Games and Appreciation
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#680 - Social Work On Skid Row & More - Kaylee Powers
Kaylee Powers is a substance abuse counselor who has... more
Jan 26 2024 1h 33m
Seeking Support in Overcoming Addiction
Chapter 1 17 mins
Audible App and Mental Health Challenges
Chapter 2 7 mins
Social Work on Skid Row
Chapter 3 12 mins
Challenges and Experiences in Addiction Counseling
Chapter 4 14 mins
Detachment and Codependency in Addiction
Chapter 5 10 mins
Navigating Boundaries and Coping With Loss
Chapter 6 15 mins
Navigating Depression and Trauma
Chapter 7 15 mins
Exploring Love, Trauma, and Therapy
Chapter 8 1 min
Feelings and Surveys of a Podcast
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#679 Postpartum Psychosis & Bipolar 1 - Heather Gonzales
Heather Gonzales is a mental health advocate with a ... more
Jan 19 2024 1h 25m
Childhood Trauma and Self-Discovery
Chapter 1 15 mins
Audible, Mental Health, and Personal Growth
Chapter 2 9 mins
Childhood Anxiety, Perfectionism, and Bipolar Diagnosis
Chapter 3 14 mins
Postpartum Psychosis and Memory Loss
Chapter 4 9 mins
Postpartum Psychosis and Mania Recovery
Chapter 5 9 mins
Postpartum Psychosis
Chapter 6 11 mins
Struggles and Reflections
Chapter 7 16 mins
Love, Trauma, and Healing
Chapter 8 1 min
Supporting the Podcast and Groovy Weirdness
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#678 Grief & Peace - Levi Meaden
Levi Meaden (@Levi_Meaden) is a friend of Paul’s fro... more
Jan 12 2024 1h 26m
Unpacking Loss and Grief in Life
Chapter 1 13 mins
Audible App and Mental Health Discussion
Chapter 2 14 mins
Grieving the Loss of a Brother
Chapter 3 8 mins
Grieving and Filling a Void
Chapter 4 5 mins
Navigating Grief and Self-Distraction Through Service
Chapter 5 11 mins
Navigating Grief and Loss of Home
Chapter 6 12 mins
Embracing Heartbreak and Acceptance
Chapter 7 4 mins
Feelings of Self-Worth and Emotional Abuse
Chapter 8 15 mins
Exploring Sexual Fantasies and Traumatic Experiences
Chapter 9 3 mins
Carolina Savannah Steve Brown Shout Out
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#677 Dissociative Identity Disorder - Holly Crumpler
Holly Crumpler joins Paul to talk about living with ... more
Jan 5 2024 1h 58m
Origins of Sexual Kinks and Trauma
Chapter 1 16 mins
Investments, Disorders, and Personal Reflections
Chapter 2 14 mins
Understanding Dissociative Identity Disorder
Chapter 3 12 mins
Living With Multiple Identities
Chapter 4 13 mins
Triggers and Discovering Dissociative Identity Disorder
Chapter 5 6 mins
Understanding Dissociative Identity Disorder Treatment
Chapter 6 12 mins
Unresolved Trauma and Dissociative Identity Disorder
Chapter 7 15 mins
Understanding Multiple Identities and Childhood Trauma
Chapter 8 10 mins
Short Film Impact on DID Community
Chapter 9 20 mins
Struggles With Self-Harm and Sexual Fantasies
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#676 Scarcity Brain - Michael Easter
Michael Easter (@Michael_Easter) is a Professor of J... more
Dec 29 2023 1h 17m
Mother's Dementia and Healing Process
Chapter 1 13 mins
Real Stories of Mental Health Struggles
Chapter 2 5 mins
The Cult of More
Chapter 3 11 mins
The Scarcity Loop
Chapter 4 7 mins
Social Media's Impact on Intent
Chapter 5 10 mins
Addiction, Behavior Change, Role of Rewards
Chapter 6 18 mins
Fear, Trauma, and Abuse in Relationships
Chapter 7 11 mins
Sexual Assault and Emotional Abuse
Chapter 8 2 mins
Parrot at Wedding and Botox Side Effects
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#675 Codependency (Including Her Own) - Dr Sarah Michaud
Dr. Sarah Michaud is an expert in codependency–in la... more
Dec 22 2023 1h 25m
Code Crazy
Chapter 1 13 mins
Audible and Mental Health Discussions
Chapter 2 7 mins
Understanding Codependency and Coping Mechanisms
Chapter 3 9 mins
The Dangers of Codependency and Responsibility
Chapter 4 11 mins
Addiction, Couples Therapy, and Communication
Chapter 5 3 mins
Validation and Perception in Couples Communication
Chapter 6 12 mins
Family Dynamics and Emotional Abuse
Chapter 7 10 mins
Discussion on Communication, Parenting, and Boundaries
Chapter 8 13 mins
The Importance of Communication and Self-Care
Chapter 9 5 mins
Improve Podcast With Supportive Messages
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#674 Spiraling - Leah Rudick
Leah Rudick @Leah_Rudick is a stand-up comedian and ... more
Dec 15 2023 1h 34m
Reclaiming Self-Worth and Healing From Abuse
Chapter 1 6 mins
Audible App and Patreon Surveys
Chapter 2 17 mins
Navigating Relationships After Mental Illness Episode
Chapter 3 14 mins
Overcoming Anxiety and Embracing Sensitivity
Chapter 4 14 mins
Experiencing Anxiety and Communication Struggles
Chapter 5 17 mins
Overcoming Anxiety and Medication Resistance
Chapter 6 5 mins
Abuse, Neglect, and Healing
Chapter 7 5 mins
Trust Issues and Self-Care
Chapter 8 15 mins
Struggles, Secrets, and Seeking Help
Chapter 9 55 sec
Botox Cosmetic - Improvements and Risks
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#673 Escaping A Religious Cult - Katie Love
Katie Love @KatieLoveWriter is a comedian and author... more
Dec 8 2023 1h 49m
The Power of Art and Healing
Chapter 1 10 mins
Audible App and Mental Health Discussion
Chapter 2 6 mins
Family Struggles and Personal Reflections
Chapter 3 14 mins
Surviving a Cult
Chapter 4 11 mins
Abuse and Coping Mechanisms
Chapter 5 6 mins
Leaving Cult, Finding Freedom
Chapter 6 10 mins
Therapy, Trauma, and Artistic Expression Reflections
Chapter 7 11 mins
Navigating Personal Stories in Comedy
Chapter 8 9 mins
Self-Healing and Positive Self-Talk
Chapter 9 10 mins
Healing From Abuse and Finding Joy
Chapter 10 7 mins
'Exploring Mental Health and Personal Struggles
Chapter 11 14 mins
Air Guitar, Trauma, Fantasies, Love
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Why I No Longer Endorse BetterHelp
Paul reads allegations by the Federal Trade Commissi... more
Dec 1 2023 11m
No Longer Supporting Better Help
Chapter 1 10 mins
Withdrawal of Better Help Endorsement
Chapter 2 1 min
Financial Impact on the Podcast Explanation
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#672 Trust Issues - Gianmarco Soresi
Gianmarco Soresi @GianmarcoSoresi is a stand-up come... more
Dec 1 2023 1h 50m
Effect of Therapy on Family Relationships
Chapter 1 10 mins
Mental Health and Personal Struggles
Chapter 2 8 mins
Body Image, Confidence, and Emotional Struggles
Chapter 3 9 mins
Childhood Divorce's Impact on Perspective
Chapter 4 10 mins
Parental Relationships and Emotional Dynamics
Chapter 5 4 mins
Father's Hurtful Comment and Phone Restriction
Chapter 6 15 mins
Family Turmoil and Personal Empowerment
Chapter 7 8 mins
Therapy's Impact on Relationships
Chapter 8 7 mins
Challenges of Relationships, Commitment, and Parenthood
Chapter 9 10 mins
Complicated Relationship With a Parent
Chapter 10 11 mins
Fantasies, Divorce, and Self-Reflection
Chapter 11 11 mins
PTSD, Therapy, and Dark Secrets
Chapter 12 2 mins
Finding Support and Appreciating Small Joys
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#671 LGBTQ+ Therapists - LMFT Renae Johnson
Renae Johnson is a MIHH listener and a therapist who... more
Nov 24 2023 1h 37m
Healing From Abuse and Finding Self-Worth
Chapter 1 13 mins
Podcast Budget and Personal Struggles
Chapter 2 4 mins
Struggles, Love, and Healing Conversations
Chapter 3 3 mins
Experiences in LGBTQ+ Therapy
Chapter 4 15 mins
Navigating Gender Identity and Family Turmoil
Chapter 5 8 mins
Exploring Gender Identity and Acceptance
Chapter 6 8 mins
Navigating Gender Bias and Healing Trauma
Chapter 7 12 mins
Creating Inclusive Therapy Community for LGBTQ+
Chapter 8 11 mins
Therapist Podcast and Sharing Traumatic Experiences
Chapter 9 13 mins
Sharing Stories of Love and Abuse
Chapter 10 3 mins
Expressions of Love and Shared Experiences
Chapter 11 3 mins
Appreciating Christmas Decorations and Listener Support
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#670 BDSM And Trauma - LMFT Nicoletta Heidegger
Nicoletta Heidegger is an LMFT who focuses on human ... more
Nov 17 2023 1h 53m
The Challenge of Realistic Baby Dolls
Chapter 1 4 mins
Audible App and Mental Health Podcast
Chapter 2 7 mins
Supporting a Friend With Depression
Chapter 3 9 mins
Survivor's Journey and Mental Health Perspectives
Chapter 4 8 mins
Harvard Business Review and Life Decisions
Chapter 5 4 mins
Therapy and Personal Growth Journey
Chapter 6 10 mins
Perfectionism's Impact on Mental Health
Chapter 7 9 mins
BDSM as Healing and Corrective Experience
Chapter 8 11 mins
Exploring Kink and BDSM
Chapter 9 14 mins
Sexual Desires in Relationships
Chapter 10 7 mins
Exploring Perspectives on Pornography and Ethics
Chapter 11 7 mins
Exploring Equine Therapy and Ethical Porn
Chapter 12 15 mins
Ethics and Mental Health in Porn
Chapter 13 4 mins
Sharing Personal Experiences and Emotional Support
Chapter 14 1 min
Finding Joy in Life's Challenges
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#669 Standing Up For Yourself - Em Schulz
Em Schulz (@TheEmSchulz) is a writer, podcast host (... more
Nov 10 2023 1h 27m
Unpacking the Journey to Self-Advocacy
Chapter 1 4 mins
Audible App and Greeting Card Designs
Chapter 2 13 mins
Transparency, Advertisements, Overcoming Negative Self-Talk
Chapter 3 6 mins
Harvard Business Review and Overcoming Anxiety
Chapter 4 11 mins
Anxiety, Privilege, and Advocacy
Chapter 5 7 mins
Struggles With Identity and Activism
Chapter 6 8 mins
Exploring Gender and Identity
Chapter 7 12 mins
Navigating Coming Out and Pronouns
Chapter 8 7 mins
Podcast, Book, and Conversations About Racism
Chapter 9 5 mins
Partner's Mental Health and Relationship Challenges
Chapter 10 12 mins
Various Topics and Personal Reflections
Chapter 11 2 mins
Finding Satisfaction in Routine and Support
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