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WMH Season 2 Ep 12: Mental Health Among Diverse Populations in Las Vegas

Dinisha Mingo is a Las Vegas native. She grew up with humble beginnings and has over 10 years of experience working hands-on in behavioral health with diverse populations. In 2016, she started Mingo Health Solutions and subsequently, founded Solutions of Change, a nonprofit providing free therapy and support services, in 2017. Dinisha enjoys building her team and serving the community. In 2021, she received the Woman of Distinction Award by NAWBO and was recognized as top 40 under 40 by Vegas Inc in 2022. Dinisha is a servant leader and believes in being the change you want to see in the world. On this episode of Watching Mental Health, we are going to talk more about therapy in diverse populations and how she is making a difference in the Las Vegas mental health space. Tune in to hear her powerful story. 💚

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WMH Season 2 Ep 10: From Colorado to Las Vegas, Mental Health Treatment and Access

Meet Melissa Riggins, a seasoned mental health professional with a powerful story to share! From her hometown in Ohio to her current practice in Las Vegas, Melissa has witnessed firsthand the impact of mental health challenges on individuals and families. Tune in this afternoon as we delve into her journey and gain insights from her experiences as a crisis clinician, program director, and private practice owner. Tune in today at 3pm PT to hear her powerful story. 💚

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WMH Season 2, Ep 7: Changing The Narrative on Mental Health, Substance Abuse & Addiction

Exciting News! Jeff Johnston, the CEO of startup Brightn, Founder of The Living Undeterred Project, and host of The Living Undeterred Podcast, is joining us on this episode of Watching Mental Health Podcast!

Jeff's inspiring journey from struggling with alcoholism and compulsive gambling to becoming a mental health advocate and author is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. On this episode, we are going to talk about his inspiring journey, and we are going to talk about Changing The Narrative on Mental Health, Substance Abuse & Addiction.

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WMH Season 2, Ep 6: Mindfulness for Personal and Professional Growth

Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or stuck in a rut? Want to boost your mood, productivity, and overall well-being?

Join me on this week’s episode as we dive into the power of mindfulness for personal and professional growth! We’ll explore

Why mindfulness works

How to helps both personal and professional growth

Mindfulness ideas you can start implementing today

Whether you’re looking to level up your career or simply find more calm in your daily life, mindfulness is an incredible tool to have in your mental health toolkit!

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WMH Season 2, Ep 4: Chasing Happiness

Zahra Karsan is a CEO, an inspirational speaker, a success coach, and author of the best selling book, “6 Weeks to Happy; The Ultimate Roadmap to Retrain Your Brain for Better Health, Greater Abundance, And Long Lasting Happiness.” She knows what it’s like to chase happiness, and she developed the revolutionary R.E.W.I.R.E. System™, a groundbreaking methodology that retrains your brain for greater happiness, health, wealth, and success. Tune in as we talk about the importance of happiness from a personal perspective.

Don't miss this inspiring chat! 💚🌟

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WMH Season 2, Ep 3: Balance, Harmony, and Finding Life after Grief

Join us as we dive into Watching Mental Health with Magdalena, a Feng Shui Specialist. She has an incredible journey in design, coaching, and empowering women. She also understands grief and the importance of mental health. With her passion for balance, harmony, and supporting others, this episode of Watching Mental Health gets personal.

Don't miss this inspiring chat! 💚🌟

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WMH Season 2, Ep 2: The Brain-Body Connection and Mental Health

Frank Amato relocated from the East Coast to Southern Nevada in 2019 after spending 20 years in the corporate world where he is now a Board Certified Cognitive Specialist, as well as Admissions Director at Brain Balance of Southern Nevada. He found his passion in coaching sports teams as well as business teams by applying the science of brain-body connectivity.

In this week’s episode of Watching Mental Health, we will talk about the brain-body connection and how Brain Balance takes a different approach to mental and brain health.

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WMH 14: An Innovative Approach to Mental Health

Get ready for an inspiring episode! This week, the Watching Mental Health podcast features Bianca D. McCall! With 25 years in Behavioral Health and 12 years as a Healthcare CEO, she's the brilliant mind behind the Reach-In Now platform. Don't miss her inspiring thoughts on mental health, crisis interventions, and technology integration.

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WMH 12: The Power of Hypnotherapy in Mental Health

After 16 years of frustration watching large systems fail to help children and adults needing help with their problems using conventional approaches, Tammie Roitman was determined to find an intervention that would complement and enhance conventional mental health treatments and educational methods. She became a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and has many amazing accomplishments under her belt.

On this very special episode of Watching Mental Health, we will dive into all things hypnotherapy and mental health.

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Watching Mental Health Special Episode | Katie Waechter

Did you know that more and more people are making mental health a priority in their New Year’s resolutions? It’s true! With the ongoing mental health crisis, it’s no surprise that self-care and breaking down stigmas around mental health have become top priorities.

On this special episode of Watching Mental Health, we dive into this topic with our host, Katie Waechter. From legislative expectations to pop culture trends, we cover it all. It’s not just about having these conversations, but taking action to make a difference.

Join us as we break down the importance of mental health in 2024 and beyond. Let’s work together to create a world where mental health is prioritized and stigmas are a thing of the past!

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Watching Mental Health Episode 7 | Trinh Dang

Trinh Dang is the Executive Director of NAMI Southern Nevada, a peer-led grassroots mental health nonprofit that aims to support, educate and advocate for individuals and families impacted by mental health conditions. As someone with lived experience with mental health challenges and seeing it first hand with family members, she is a passionate mental health advocate. Trinh completed NAMI’s Family-to-Family 12-week class in 2012 and became a volunteer teacher in 2013, helping dozens of families navigate mental health challenges over the past decade with a class that changed her life.

On this episode of Watching Mental Health, Katie Waechter and NAMI Southern Nevada Executive Director, Trinh Dang, will discuss the nonprofit approach to mental health support, and learn more about mental health resources and advocacy in Nevada.

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Watching Mental Health Special Episode | Danny Ballard

On a very special episode of #WatchingMentalHealth, we're diving deep into a powerful and raw conversation about mental health that you won't want to miss! 🧠💬

I had the privilege of sitting down with Danny Ballard @dorkknightlv, who bravely shares his personal journey with mental health struggles from a young age.

💚💙 Mental health matters, and so does your story. Tune in, subscribe, and let's create a space where everyone feels heard and supported. 💪🌟

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Watching Mental Health Episode 6 | Carmen Adams

On this episode of Watching Mental Health, Carmen Adams and Katie Waechter will discuss how herbalism and nutrition impact mental health, ordained ministry, and why it’s so important to listen to your body to achieve optimal mental health.

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