In this episode, Dr. Whitney Owens, a licensed psychologist and yoga instructor, discusses the mental health landscape in Nevada, the importance of self-care for healthcare professionals, and systemic challenges in mental health care. She shares insights on burnout, the role of movement in mental health, and resources available for those seeking help.

Diet culture has a massive grip on how we view food, but what is it actually doing to our minds? In this episode, we sit down with Leslie Schilling, a renowned sports dietitian and expert in eating disorders, to untangle the complicated relationship between what we eat and how we feel.

Leslie breaks down the profound impact of diet and nutrition on mental health, sheds light on the hidden harms of disordered eating, and exposes the toxic influence of diet culture. More importantly, she shares practical, real-world tips on how to nourish your body to genuinely support your mental well-being—minus the rigid rules.

Nicole brings a unique blend of knowledge and experience to her work, with over a decade as a social worker and more than 20 years as a human resource professional. She is a certified astrologer and holds advanced degrees in psychology, counseling and education, and legal studies.

Nicole Calix Coy is a certified astrologer with extensive experience in human resources and social work, with advanced degrees in psychology and counseling. As a  lifelong student of astrology, Nicole began her journey at the age of eleven, and has since deepened her knowledge of astrology and metaphysical studies, including tarot, pendulum work, chakra healing and crystal healing. Her debut book, Astrology at Work: Navigate Workplace Dynamics with Astrological Insight, offers practical advice for understanding workplace dynamics through astrology. On today’s episode of Watching Mental Health, we are diving into the power of astrology in mental health, personal relationships, and healing.

Can energy healing actually save you from corporate burnout? Today we’re sitting down with the incredible Natasha Price—a Reiki Master and Parapsychologist who spent 23 years as a high-pressure lawyer. Natasha opens up about the “stomach-drop” anxiety of the legal world and how she used energy management to stay centered, heal her stress-induced eczema, and find a sense of peace that facts alone couldn’t provide. In this episode, we’re breaking down the missing link between spiritual health and mental health. From the science of parapsychology and “forest bathing” to a simple shower visualization you can use tonight to wash away emotional baggage, Natasha gives us the ultimate toolkit for clearing a “grey” aura and raising your vibration. Whether you’re a stressed professional or just curious about the power of Reiki, this conversation is the soul-refresh you’ve been waiting for.

Today on WMH, we are excited to welcome Stacey Nye — transformational educator, master course creator, and dedicated teacher of The F.I.X. Code Technique. With a 20-year international career producing some of the world’s largest sporting events, including 4 Olympic Games, Stacey developed what she calls her “Rubik’s Cube mind” — the ability to see patterns, solve complexity, and bring vision to life at the highest level. But her greatest transformation began after a deeply personal turning point — what she describes as her own silent hell. Six years later, her first session with The F.I.X. Code changed everything. Today, Stacey guides others through profound spiritual shifts with clarity, precision, and grace.

Nicholas Neubauer is a native Las Vegan, the Clinical Director at Vegas Stronger and President/CEO of Neubauer Mental Health Services. He is a husband, father, and Priest. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Therapist and a Board Certified Sexologist, Nicholas has been providing clinical services for over 17 years and helped establish one of the largest private outpatient behavioral healthcare organizations in Nevada with offices in Las Vegas, Henderson, Reno, and rural Nevada. On this episode of Watching Mental Health, we are breaking down mental health treatment, religion, and sex - three of the most stigmatized topics in our society. We will talk about the role that trauma, addiction, and shame play in these topics, and how to know when it’s time to find help.

Lawrence C. Harris is a nationally recognized Youth Empowerment Speaker who helps teens and young adults break limiting beliefs, build unshakable self-worth, and rise above challenges. Drawing from his own lived experience overcoming childhood abuse, Autism, and C-PTSD, Lawrence’s experiences resonate deeply with young people and the adults who support them. He speaks from the heart, and is committed to leaving a lasting impression on every audience and community he touches. Today on Watching Mental Health, I’m going to be asking him to speak from the heart again as we talk about the state of youth mental health today, how to support youth and young people through trauma, and how the conversation around autism has shifted. 

Chaplain Sy Alli is a Site Success Manager with Elevo Learning and ministers to several Personal Care Homes in Monterey and works with At-Risk Youths. Sy has led many lives, from being in the military to working as a wrestler and a Dignitary Protection Agent, before becoming a Chaplain. As a Suicide Attempt Survivor and having battled with life-threatening PTSD, he wrote “Out of The Storm.” This book is for all those “Lost Souls” who are out at sea and battling their own situations with Depression and PTSD. Today on Watching Mental Health, we are talking about depression and suicide, mental health and spirituality, and what it’s like to battle the mental health storms so many of us face alone.

Joe Feldman is a mental health advocate and President of Cover My Mental Health, a not-for-profit providing individuals with actionable tools toward overcoming insurance obstacles to mental health and substance use. He was the lead author of a 2021 article in the Journal of Psychiatric Practice on medical necessity letters and has given presentations across the country to clinicians, advocacy groups, parents, and community groups towards improving access to mental health and substance use disorder care. On this episode of Watching Mental Health, we’re talking about access to mental health care and overcoming the insurance obstacles stopping people from getting the care they need. 

Mike Cuevas didn’t just survive trauma — he survived losing himself. Living with Dissociative Identity Disorder, he spent years navigating internal chaos, missing time, and identities built for war. His memoir, The Many Faces of Me, exposes the truth most people never see: what DID feels like from the inside, why the mind fractures, and how to find healing. On this episode of Watching Mental Health, Mike speaks about turning silence into understanding.

With more than three decades of leading innovation at the intersection of healthcare and technology, John Trimmer has built a career centered on improving lives through smarter systems of care. He is an accomplished healthcare and technology executive with leadership experience spanning behavioral health, digital health innovation, and venture development. As CEO and Co-Founder of OptimaCare360, he is pioneering evidence-based, tech-enabled approaches to substance use treatment and behavioral health access. John believes that healing isn’t just clinical — it’s human. Technology should bring us closer to that truth, not further away. On this episode of Watching Mental Health, we’re talking about rebuilding trust in the American healthcare system, why quality in healthcare means consistency—not complexity, and what’s missing in behavioral healthcare integration.

Dr. Eugene Lipov is a leading expert in treating post-traumatic stress and the pioneer of using Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) to alleviate PTSD/ PTSI symptoms. Inspired by his own family’s struggles with trauma, he has dedicated his career to restoring hope for those affected. In 2006, he adapted SGB—an FDA-approved procedure since the 1970's for pain and circulation disorders—as a breakthrough PTSD/PTSI treatment. A sought-after authority, Dr. Lipov testified in 2010 before the U.S. House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, published extensively in leading medical journals, and been featured in major outlets including The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Fox National News and NBC. On this episode of Watching Mental Health, we are talking trauma, PTSD/PTSI, why science matters when it comes to treating these symptoms, and how advanced brain imaging proves trauma is a biological injury.

Beth Flory is the Chief Executive Officer of S.A.F.E. House, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting survivors of domestic violence. She holds a master's degree in human resource management and a SHRM-CP designation, which guides her trauma-informed approach to leadership. Beth is passionate about fostering resilience, emotional safety, and empowerment—both within her team and among the survivors S.A.F.E. House serves. On this episode of Watching Mental Health, we’re talking trauma. Releasing trauma, managing secondary post-traumatic stress, and living after trauma happens.

Dr. Ross Ellenhorn is a thought leader on helping individuals diagnosed with psychiatric and substance-use issues recover in their own communities, outside of hospital or residential settings. He is the founder, owner, and CEO of a robust community integration program in the United States and gives talks and seminars to mental health agencies, psychiatric hospitals, and addiction programs in the United States and Europe. Today, on Watching Mental Health, we are going to break down his thoughts on community treatment versus inpatient settings, and what’s missing in mental health treatment across the country.  

Lorie Wu is a transformation expert, CEO of Reset Your Mind 1111, and author of "The Emotional Surgeon" who specializes in helping professionals break free from toxic patterns and create abundant lives. She developed her revolutionary mind-body-soul healing methodology that combines NLP, TimeLine Therapy, MindShifting, Human Design, Energy Healing, and Bioenergetic Technology. On this episode, we are breaking down how to break from toxic cycles to move into abundant living. Don't miss her inspiring thoughts on mental health, crisis interventions, and technology integration.

Get ready, we’re bringing Bianca McCall back to the show! Bianca is a retired professional basketball player, TED Speaker, and mental health expert, and she’s joining us on Watching Mental Health this Wednesday! She is now the host of the Wealth League Podcast and Inventor of ECQO™, the first-ever suite of voice-based conversational AI companions rooted in existential psychology and digital wellness. On this episode, we are talking about her latest work, the impact she’s making in the Las Vegas community, and AI and mental health—a hot-button issue these days. It’s going to be a great episode!

Ginger Allen is the Chief Joy Officer and founder of Your Medical Liaison, a full-service marketing agency with offices in Las Vegas and Miami. With over 25 years of experience, she helps medical practices grow through joyful, strategic marketing. Ginger is President of the Florida Medical Association Alliance and host of The Functional and Integrative Medicine Podcast for Providers. She also co-authored the best-selling Everyday Women’s Guide to Doing What You Love. On this episode of Watching Mental Health, we are going to talk about her journey as a female entrepreneur, the mental health challenges she’s overcome, and why it’s so important to do what you love in both life and business.

Andrew P. Darby, LCSW-C, is the Executive Director of Darby Integrative Counseling, a premier psychotherapy group practice serving clients & couples across DC, MD, VA, FL, and CA. Renowned for boutique, deeply personalized care, Andrew and his team integrate EMDR, IFS, mind-body, and advanced trauma work to help clients heal from anxiety, addiction, and relationship challenges. Andrew is a leader in mental health addictions support, and also provides specialized coaching and consulting for professionals and therapy practice owners nationwide. 

As co-host of the upcoming “Resilient U” podcast, he’s on a mission to transform how therapy is experienced and on this episode of Watching Mental Health, we will talk about how he is changing the therapy game across the country.

In this episode of Watching Mental Health, we sit down with stand-up comedian Jeremy H. Flores for an honest, unfiltered conversation about what it really means to set boundaries, navigate drinking culture, and care for your mental health as a man. Jeremy opens up about his personal journey and how humor, honesty, and hard conversations have shaped his path. Join us Wednesday at 3pm PT!

In this episode of Watching Mental Health, We will be talking with Dr. Sanghyun Lee, a licensed Oriental Medicine doctor in Nevada and a California acupuncturist since 2015. He has over a decade of experience in acupuncture and herbal medicine, including five years treating patients in psychiatric clinics, as well as in pain management and physical therapy settings. Dr. Lee currently practices at Wongu Health Clinic in Las Vegas, and in this episode, we will break down the myths and research behind herbal medicine, acupuncture, and how Oriental Medicine can impact mental health challenges.