Emotional Health

Phoenix-based organization works to get individuals facing long-term illnesses and medical conditions off the streets and into long-term housing

 
 
Liz Agboola, president and CEO of Senior Placement Services, an assistance program in Phoenix that provides housing resources for vulnerable veterans, elderly and homeless who are unable to live independently due to long-term illnesses and medical conditions joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Senior Care Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Liz Agboola discuss the following:
Tell us a bit about Senior Placement Services and what the process is like when you are working to help someone.
Does Senior Placement Services charge for the assessment and guidance given?
What motivated you to go into this line of work?
I understand you are also the CEO of Moses Behavioral Care, a group of community-based mental health facilities offering 24-hour, long-term care for the SMI (serious mental illness) population…what drove you to build your own facilities?
Additionally, you are a board member at Dignity Health and Valleywise Health Foundation. What projects are you working on there?
 
 
Liz Agboola is CEO of Moses Behavioral Care (MBC), a group of community-based mental health facilities offering 24-hour, long-term care for the SMI (serious mental illness) population. These efforts are motivated by her promise to uphold mental health as a critical part of overall wellness, including preventive services to the community while offering integrated care and treatment for those who require assistance with daily living.
Prior to establishing MBC, she founded Senior Placement Services with her parents and siblings. It was here she began her work in public service. For nearly 10 years she spearheaded community efforts ensuring suitable housing was available for the disenfranchised, homeless veterans and the elderly. She strengthened the company's business and corporate citizenship with key partnerships (local shelters, mental health clinics, Veteran’s Administration homeless centers) and various civic and community-based organizations.
Her career ultimately began two decades ago in the private sector in learning and development. She served in various senior leadership roles with Bank of America and Director of Learning and Development with Gannett.
Liz brings a strong business and health care background paired with a servant’s heart to lead the community in advocacy and ultimately through legislation. She holds a Master’s in Education and Masters of Business Administration.
Liz currently sits on the Board of Dignity Health and the Maricopa Health Foundation (now called Valleywise).
 
 
Website: SeniorPlacementAZ.org 
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/SeniorPlacementAZ  Instagram: instagram.com/liz_agboola

Bully Proofing You: Improving Confidence and Personal Value from the Inside Out

 
 
Jeanie Cisco-Meth, a two-time best-selling author, professional speaker, educator, and parent, shares her scientifically proven system for improving communication and decreasing conflict as she joins eHealth Radio and the Bullying Information and Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Jeanie Cisco-Meth discuss the following:
What makes you an expert on this topic?
Why did you write Bully Proofing You?
Who benefits from it?
How does it work?
What is the first step our listeners need to take?
 
 
Two-time best-selling author, professional speaker, educator, and parent, Jeanie Cisco-Meth shares her scientifically proven system for improving communication and decreasing conflict. She has written many magazine articles, been quoted in Forbes, and was a contributor for TheBlaze. She has been a guest on radio stations across the country. She has appeared on television for ABC4, Free Speech TV, and others.
As a former member of the military, Jeanie had the honor of being sent to OCS. This leadership training helped her in many ways; from starting three very successful businesses, to training staff, and mentoring others with their startups and staffing issues.
Jeanie was told in elementary school she would never make because she was too stupid. Thank goodness she didn't believe them because she never would have done the things she has.
 
Website: bullyproofingyoubook.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/officialjeanieciscometh  Twitter: twitter.com/jeaniemeth

Cutting Back on Alcohol with a Science-based Program

 
 
Katie Lain, the Director of Community Engagement at Ria Health that provides at-home, evidence-based alcohol treatment through telemedicine joins eHealth Radio and the Addiction Prevention and Telemedicine Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Katie Lain discuss the following:
Can you tell us more about Ria Health and how it helps people who want to drink less alcohol, or even stop for good?
So if a person is finding it hard to control how much they drink, but they also don’t want to go 100% abstinent, what other options do they have?
But if someone does want to go abstinent, these methods can help as well?
How did you get involved with Ria?
In your experience, how would someone know if they are drinking too much and need to seek support to cut back or stop?
TIP: If you’re someone who is experiencing regular hangovers, or find you NEED alcohol to unwind every night or weekend, consider looking into evidence-based treatments and medication therapy. Abstinence is not required, it can be done discreetly and evidence shows that it is effective for many people – resulting in more control over their alcohol consumption, or giving it up more easily without battling alcohol cravings.
 
 
Katie Lain is the Director of Community Engagement with Ria Health. Ria’s science-backed platform is for anybody who wants to drink less alcohol and live a better life. Their evidence-based program is delivered through telehealth which means it’s accessible from anywhere using a HIPAA-compliant app.
 
Ria’s program provides both harm-reduction and abstinence based methods that include physician guided care plans, one-on-one coaching, medication therapy, peer group support and digital tools to track progress. Since Ria began in 2016, they have served over 1500 people and counting who want to improve their relationship with alcohol.
 
Ria Health is also covered by many major health insurers across the US, and on average, Ria Members see a 75% reduction in their Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) levels after 12 months in the program.
 
Katie Lain joined Ria Health after she overcame alcohol addiction through this evidence-based treatment method. She now works both professionally and personally to raise awareness about these options for treating alcohol dependence.
 
 
Website: https://riahealth.com
 
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/RiaHealth  Instagram: instagram.com/riahealth  Twitter: twitter.com/RiaHealthSF  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/riahealth  YouTube: youtube.com/c/riahealth

The Universe Speaks, Are You Listening? With Author Cassady Cayne

 
 
Cassady Cayne, author of the #1 best-selling book "The Universe Speaks, Are You Listening: 111 High-Vibrational Oracle Messages on Love, Healing, an Existence to Unlock Your Inner Light" joins eHealth Radio and the Emotional Health and Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Cassady Cayne discuss the following:
How do you know if the Universe is speaking to you?
Why is learning to forgive yourself so important?
How can you heal old emotional wounds and hurts that keep you from reaching a higher state of consciousness?
How can guidance from the Universe transform your life?
How do we unconsciously block help and love from the Universe?
How can we use “The Universe Speaks, Are You Listening” as your own personal oracle?
 
 
Cassady Cayne is a bestselling author, soulpreneur and lightworker, whose sudden spiritual awakening in adult life unleashed latent intuitive gifts and ended up transforming her life.
With an academic background in psychology and history, Cassady grew up in an atheist family without spiritual inclinations. Her sudden awakening unexpectedly connected her with the love and support of the universe, and brought her halfway across the world from her small hometown in Northern Europe to sunny California, from complete obscurity to touching the lives of over a million people. Through her work, Cassady has reached a massive audience of people, with more than 2.6 million Youtube plays and close to half a million followers across social media. Sharing high vibrational writing, guidance and healing sessions, Cassady’s work focuses on empowering people to live their highest path.
After receiving the direct guidance, support and love of the universe changed Cassady’s life beyond recognition, she now wants to share that help with others. 
 
 
Website: https://cassadycayne.com
 
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cassadycayne  Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/cassadycayne  Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/cassady.cayne
The beliefs, views, ideas, thoughts and opinions expressed on any program are those of the persons appearing on the program and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the eHealth Radio Network.

How to Love Yourself with James Purpura

 
 
Powerful-U Creator (the world’s first personal evolution company), Award-Winning Filmmaker + Co-Author of "PERCEPTION: Seeing Is Not Believing," James Purpura joins eHealth Radio and the Depression and Mental Health Channels to talk about "How to Love Yourself." He has created a documentary along with a book both with the same title, PERCEPTION: Seeing Is Not Believing.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest James Purpura discuss the following:
What is the premise behind Powerful-U and what is the first step in loving yourself?
Why do we sometimes not see ourselves as others see us?
How can we know how others truly perceive us?
Why do some of us seem to be inherently negative, and others eternally optimistic
How do we change? And does change always have to be painful?
 
 
PERCEPTION: Seeing Is Not Believing” Synopsis — James and Steph Purpura’s journey of transformation is nothing short of extraordinary. Before they met 15 years ago, their lives had hit rock bottom. Each was financially, emotionally, and spiritually bankrupt. At the lowest point in their lives, they met and shared a vision of creating a life beyond their wildest dreams. They helped each other to personally evolve, clearing away barriers to self-fulfillment, using the power of perception to change self-limiting beliefs, enabling them to better sense and take advantage of opportunities. Shortly after meeting, Steph wrote James' first resume and taught him how to send an email. This initiated an unlikely but highly successful career in the technology industry.
Fast forward more than a decade, and their personal philosophy around perception had further evolved, along with the rapid growth in their tech company, until its sale gave them the freedom to begin helping others full time. With their seminar company, Powerful U, they are now sharing their accumulated knowledge so that personal development can be made affordable and accessible for all seekers.
We highly recommend viewing the film prior to the interview, which will definitely help the conversation. While many of us are on lock down during this pandemic, James is gifting a free film download for all who hope to benefit from its messaging.
Movie Link: Click HERE Password: power4u

One of the few clinics in Chicago conducting COVID-19 screenings and the COVID antibody testing

 
 
Dr. Rinku Shah of the Clear Wellness Group, one of the few clinics in Chicago conducting COVID-19 screenings and the COVID antibody testing joins eHealth Radio and the Health News & Mental Health Channels to talk about Mental Health Treatment and working during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Rinku Shah discuss the following:
You recently opened Clear Wellness Group with your husband. Tell me about your experience opening your clinic weeks before a global pandemic.
You offer many treatments, one being Ketamine treatment. Can you tell more about this method and how it works.
You were conducting COVID-19 screenings and now you are offering the COVID antibody testing. How does it feel to be one of the few clinics in Chicago offering this test and playing a large role in your city’s wellness?
Are you still seeing your routine mental health patients via tele-health screenings?
You are taking in new ADHD patients right now when many doctors and clinics are not seeing new patients, what made you open your doors to those in need?
 
 
Dr. Rinku Shah and Dr. Manan Trivedi formed Clear Wellness Group with the intention of providing the community with great medicine. Medicine that focuses on disease prevention, as well as providing patients with a multidisciplinary support system.
Dr. Shah specializes in ADHD management, generalized anxiety disorder and chronic depression. She truly enjoys engaging with her patients and forming lasting relationships, a rarity in today’s impersonal medical world.
Dr. Trivedi also shares these values and utilizes his double board certifications to provide novel therapies including IV Ketamine, bringing relief to those suffering with mental health issues as well as those with chronic pain.
 
Website: https://clearwellnessgroup.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/clearwellnessgroup Instagram: instagram.com/clearwellnessgroup

When to Seek Therapy or Professional Psychiatric Help

 
 
Dr. Casey Noreika of Clarity Clinic Chicago, a network of four outpatient facilities in the Greater Chicago area, that offer clinical psychiatry and therapy services joins eHealth Radio and the Mental Health & Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Casey Noreika discuss the following:
You treat people with a wide range of mental health conditions. What are the conditions you encounter most often?
Your clinic in the Greater Chicago area has four locations. It's obviously successful. What sets it apart?
What is your advice for how and when people should determine when they need to seek therapy or professional psychiatric help?
What is the most common misconception about mental health care that you hear or read? How does that misconception prevent people from getting ahead?
Nowadays, you hear many people describe themselves as anxious or struggling with anxiety. How have anxiety disorders become more prevalent than they were in the past?
There are several mental health holidays/observances such as mental health awareness week, stress awareness month, etc. How important is it for people to recognize these observances?
What are some tips to achieve/maintain optimal mental wellness?
 
 
Dr. Casey Noreika holds a Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology. She specializes in working with middle aged and older adults, including geriatric individuals. She has experience working with a variety of anxiety based disorders, as well as stress management, adjustment difficulties, and depression.
 
 
 
Website: https://claritychi.com 
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/claritychi Twitter: twitter.com/ClarityClinic_ Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/clarity-clinic-llc

Relationships and Coronavirus with Dr. Ann Schiebert

 
 
Dr. Ann Schiebert, a psychologist in the Emergency Department (ED) at the medical center of one of America’s most respected major HMO's joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Relationship Channels. Dr. Schiebert also works in the hospital and emergency department evaluating psych crisis patients.
 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Ann Schiebert discuss the following:
You have said that what’s happening with the Coronavirus can have a very positive effect on relationships. What do you mean by that?
How have you advised your patients to get through this pandemic when they are stuck inside with people who have been problematic to them?
You do couples counseling. Do you see this time as an opportunity to heal romantic relationships that have somehow become distant?
Many of us are living with “stay at home” orders from our government officials. Any creative ideas for activities that could have help family members bond together?
Any thoughts about how to interact with kids who are accustomed to spending the day at school with their friends and who are now bored and irritated?
SUMMARY | HOT TIP: Use your “Coronavirus Lock-Down” time to mend relationships, to create fun activities, to solve problems and to find new ways to love each other.
Dr. Ann Schiebert is a psychologist in the Emergency Department (ED) at the medical center of one of the country’s most respected major HMO’s. There, she evaluates for safety, determines types of treatments, assesses capacity and cognitive impairment, and provides feedback and support for families of patients in the ED. In addition, Dr. Schiebert also works in the medical center’s Chemical Dependency Department where she treats patients challenged by trauma, chemical dependency, codependency and dual diagnosis.
Ann has an excellent success rate in helping families turn their situations around, and she is highly sought after for her work. She finds it rewarding to facilitate patients in discovering their wonderful, authentic selves, and getting them back to a healthy mindset.
Another of Dr. Schiebert’s area of expertise is helping people in unhappy romantic relationships investigate how they got in their current situation, how to reconsider the “path to romance,” and how to create happier long-term relationships. Ann is the host of Dr. Ann’s Relationship Radio Show on America’s Web Radio, which provides information and helps listeners create new ways of meeting relationship challenges.
Her teaching experience pertaining to Clinical Skills and Psychopathology during graduate school gave Ann an ability to interact with a variety of audiences and to be comfortable doing so. As a psychologist, she uses this “gift” to teach groups of between thirty and forty patients on the topics of communication, how to work a program of recovery and healthy relationships.
Ann has penned a series of books titled Let’s Make a Contract. She has four in the series thus far:
Getting Your Teen Through Substance Abuse
Getting Your Teen Through High School and Beyond
Getting Through Unhappy Romantic Relationships
Getting Your Teen Past the Opioid Epidemic
She’s been up close and personal to all of those matters in her own life. If she were a member of a tribe, her special role would be healer, and rightfully so.
In her spare time Ann enjoys traveling to Europe. She lives in the Bay Area with her husband and her two ragamuffin kittens, Biscuit and Teddy. She is the mother of three adult children.
 
 
Website: www.drannschiebert.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/LetsMakeAContractBookSeries  Twitter: @DrSchiebert
The beliefs, views, ideas, thoughts and opinions expressed on any program are those of the persons appearing on the program and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the eHealth Radio Network.

Between Sickness and Health: A book with some new ideas about wellness and illness

 
 
Dr. Chris Ward, an Emeritus Professor of Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Nottingham England that specializes in long-term neurological conditions led him to train in systemic psychotherapy joins eHealth Radio and the Mental Health & Health News Channels.
 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Chris Ward discuss the following:
What has illness got to do with well-being?
So what’s the difference between a disease and an illness then?
What (other) experiences led you to think of illness as something different from disease?
Are you saying that illness is just a state of mind, something people can cure themselves of by will-power?
So what are the ingredients for recovery?

Dr. Chris Ward qualified as a doctor in 1973, trained as a neurologist, and then practised as a hospital-based consultant in rehabilitation medicine. This role involved supporting adults of all ages with complex neurological disabilities. Dr. Ward relinquished when he retired in 2013 but continued practising as a UKCP accredited couple and family therapist.
His consultant role was combined with that of Professor in Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Nottingham. Dr. Ward still retains an Emeritus position at the University to facilitate his ongoing academic interests in systemic practice and social aspects of medical symptoms.
 
 
Publisher Website: www.routledge.com  Faceook: facebook.com/Between-Sickness-and-Health

Tips for Coping with Depression and PTSD

 
 
Alicemarie O'Neill, owner of her self-named company, Alicemarie O'Neill that offers examination and empowerment through individualized counseling and helps individuals build a stronger, more evolved version of themselves joins eHealth Radio and the Depression and PTSD Channels.
 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Alicemarie O'Neill discuss the following:
Your book "The Formula" discusses depression, what causes it and how to regain control of your life. What happens to the body and mind when depression sets in?
What are the seven steps for healing from depression and manic depression/bipolar disorder?
How does one survive the turbulence of a breakdown that keeps recurring?
PTSD - how can someone be treated?
The holidays are just around the corner. Why do holidays tend to be a difficult time for people who suffer from depression and what do you recommend they can do?

Alicemarie O'Neill is a survivor of four manic depressive episodes (breakdowns) over 20 years and was diagnosed with bipolar depression. As a mental health and spiritual counselor, she worked through her depression and mood swings and chronicles her real-life experiences in her international best-selling book "The Formula: Seven Steps for Healing from Depression and Manic Depression."
O'Neill has a Bachelor of Science in Applied Science in criminology and sociology with a minor in psychology from Youngstown State University. She did her graduate work at the University of California San Diego. She has studied and practiced Hermetic Studies and astrology for the past 30 years.
Website: alicemarieoneill.com