Mental Health

Transforming anxiety into a gift with Sherianna Boyle

Sherianna Boyle who is a Stress Coach & Energy Practitioner at The Lymes Center Cape Cod / Whole Health Center & the author of four books, the latest Choosing Love joins eHealth Radio and the Mental Health and Stress Managment Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Sherianna Boyle discuss the following:
It seems the focus of your writing has been on anxiety. Can you tell us what makes you so passionate about this subject matter?You say anxiety is a gift, can you tell us more about that?Can you gives an idea of how someone would transform anxiety into a gift?What kind of success have you had with this?Can you share a bit about your next book Choosing Love your next book?
Duration: 19:38
Sherianna
is the stress coach /energy practitioner at The Lymes Center Cape Cod /
Whole Health Center. She is the author of four books: Powered by Me for
Educators Pre-K – 12, 2012, The Everything Parents Guide to Overcoming
Childhood Anxiety, 2013, The Four Gifts of Anxiety, 2014, and Choosing
Love: Open Your Heart, Transform Your Life and Live Fearlessly (Dec
2015). She holds a Masters in Education and Certificate of Advanced
Graduate Study in School Psychology from The University of
Massachusetts, Boston. Her background includes workings as an Adjunct
Psychology Professor at Cape Cod Community College, stress therapy
coach, former owner and operator of a yoga studio, parent educator,
leader of self esteem girls groups and more.
Sherianna has taught
workshops for Hayhouse Publishing Company (Tools & Strategies for
Empowering the School Community, June 2013), has been a contributing
writing to over 30 published articles, and has been featured in
Psychology Today, Jan/Feb 2015 and Mantra Yoga & Health, May 2015.
Her book The Four Gifts of Anxiety has been recognized and shelved by
NAMI, 2015.  She is a nationally certified  yoga instructor and has been
teaching regularly for 14 years. She also developed and leads a regular
well attended class (series) called Gift Focused Living.
She is
professionally developed and is certified as a healing practioner in
three different systems of Energy Healing. She works closely under the
supervision of a master Quantum Healing practioner.  Sherianna is now
carving out her own style, and based on her years of experience is
discovering and creating techniques and methods of her own.  These
methods have proven to be highly successful in assisting clients to
reach their highest potential physically, emotionally and spiritually.
 Her intention is to empower the student / client to be able to
utilize the techniques independently and confidently.
Sherianna
has been married for 17 years and is proudly raising three daughters.
When she is not writing she enjoys going to church, exercising, reading,
gardening and taking naps.

Website: www.sheriannaboyle.com

Heal Your Memories, Change Your Life with Frank Healy

Frank Healy of Phenomenal Memory, and author of the bestselling book “Heal Your Memories, Change Your Life” joins eHealth Radio and the Personal Development & Mental Health Channels. Phenomenal Memory provides counseling and coaching for people who need help recovering from past traumas. Frank is a Licensed Profesional Counselor and Life Coach.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Frank Healy discuss the following:Why is it important to read your book and Heal Your Memories?What was it like for you remembering everything?What are the benefits of being a Phenomenal Memory website member?What are the benefits of being coached?How can healing your memories improve your physical and mental health?
Duration: 13:21
Frank Healy is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Life Coach. He counsels people with depression and anxiety. He has Hyperthymesia which means that he remembers every day of his life since he was six years old.  He is now 54. This includes the day of the week, the weather, news, and personal events. He was studied at the University of California along with about 50 other people who have this ability. The University calls it Highly Superior Autobiographical Memory.
Remembering every day of his life has its advantages and disadvantages. The advantages are the pleasant memories, such as vacations and good times with family and friends. The disadvantages are that he remembers every slight, every bad day, and every unpleasant incident. He used to remember everything with the same emotional intensity as if it were happening now. However, he learned to heal from that and now helps others heal through his counseling, coaching, website, and books.
Frank is the author of the bestselling book Heal Your Memories, Change Your Life. Living With A Phenomenal Memory, and Memory Quiz, What Type Of Learner Are You? Frank lives with his wife Janet in Dennisville, New Jersey.

Website: www.phenomenalmemory.com

Treatment of co-occurring disorders at Lucida Treatment Center

Dr. Christopher La Tourette La Riche, Medical Director at Lucida Treatment Center, a comprehensive substance abuse and mental health center in Palm Beach, Florida joins eHealth Radio and the Addiction Prevention and Mental Health Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Christopher La Tourette La Riche discuss the following:What are co-occurring disorders?Why does substance abuse frequently co-occur with other mental health issues?Tell us about the Dual Disorder Program at Lucida Treatment Center.Why is it important to use a humanistic approach that treats the whole person, not just the disease?What advice do you have for those who may be suffering from co-occurring disorders regarding treatment?
Duration: 22:27
Christopher La Tourette La Riche, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist, award-winning psychotherapist and board-certified addiction psychiatrist. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and specializes in treating patients with addictive disorders, anxiety, depression, panic disorder, bipolar disorder and adult ADHD, using a humanistic approach that treats the whole person, not just the disease.
Dr. La Riche entered medicine after a career in education and the arts. He received a bachelor’s degree in comparative literature from Yale University and a master’s degree from Columbia University. Dr. La Riche received his medical degree from the Ponce School of Medicine in Puerto Rico where he graduated with clinical distinction. He completed his internship and residency in psychiatry at the University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, and received his fellowship in addiction psychiatry from the University of Miami. Dr. La Riche is a fluent speaker of six languages (English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, German and French) and treats clients in all of these languages.
He is currently writing a book on recent advances in addictive disorders and cognitive deficit/cognitive health post-addiction for families and patients. His publications include book chapters and journal articles on the topics of addiction, the neurobiology of depression and child abuse. He serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Addiction Medicine and Therapies.

Website: www.lucidatreatment.com

The health benefits of practicing mindfulness with Master DDnard

Master DDnard, who is Thailand’s all-time bestselling author and the most sought after self-help guru in Asia joins eHealth Radio and the Personal Development & Mental Health Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Master DDnard discuss the following:What is the difference between mindfulness and meditation?What are some of the health benefits of practicing mindfulness?What is one method to practice mindfulness on your commute to work, a tip for "mindfulness on the go"?How can one use meditation or mindfulness to become free of debt?Tell us a little bit about your journey from a widow, $3 million in debt, to the successful woman you are today. What would you tell yourself at that time if you could go back today?
Duration: 14:55
Renowned spiritual teacher and best-selling author of the Compass book series, Master DDnard has given her insights on hundreds of TV shows, magazines, and organizations. Every month she teaches 3-day and 7-day classes on Compass Mind Management (CMM), which combine Eastern and Western healing methods for long-lasting happiness and success.
DDNard also conducts her charitable Compass Meditation Retreats four times a year at a mountain resort in Thailand, where hundreds of participants come to meditate and everything is paid for by her special charity fund. She also conducts free Happiness Compass Seminars four times a year and has been invited to give her insights on hundreds of TV shows, magazines, and organizations.


Every month she teaches 3-day and 7-day classes on Compass Mind Management (CMM), which combine Eastern and Western healing methods for long-lasting happiness and success. People from around the world have their lives transformed, learned to forgive their parents, others, and themselves, stopped repeating the vicious cycles of mistakes of their parents and their own, unleashed their full potential, and lived life with a purpose.


DDNard also conducts her charitable Compass Meditation Retreats 4 times a year at a mountain resort in Thailand, where hundreds of participants come to meditate and everything is paid for by her special charity fund.


For busy working people, she conducts free Happiness Compass Seminars 4 times a year where thousands of people come to learn how to forgive their parents and themselves, stop repeating the same mistakes, and move on to live happy and successful lives.


And for less fortunate people like inmates, physically-challenged people, flood victims, DDNard gives Compass Inspirational talks to lift up their spirits.

Today she leads a quiet life on the beautiful river bank of Bangpakong, Thailand, meditating, gardening and playing with her son.
Web Sites:ddnard.com | compassofnow.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/DDNARD
Twitter: @thelifecompass

The Genie in Your Genes, a breakthrough in the field of epigenetics with Dr. Dawson Church

Dr. Dawson Church, PhD, an award-winning author whose best-selling book, The Genie in Your Genes, has been hailed as a breakthrough in the field of epigenetics joins eHealth Radio and the Mental Health and Personal Development Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Dawson Church discuss the following:What is EFT?What conditions can be improved by using EFT?Can you do EFT on your own or do you need a practitioner?How long does EFT take to work?Tell us about your scientific research with EFT.
Duration: 17:44
Dawson Church, PhD, has edited or authored many books, and collaborated with leading authorities including Larry Dossey, MD, Bernie Siegel, MD, Christiane Northrup, MD, and others. He founded Soul Medicine Institute to research and teach emerging psychological and medical techniques that can yield fast and radical cures. His award-winning book, The Genie in Your Genes, pioneers the field of Epigenetics, explaining the remarkable self-healing mechanisms now emerging at the juncture of emotion and gene expression.
Dr. Church has authored numerous scientific studies through the Foundation for Epigenetic Medicine, and is the editor of Energy Psychology, a peer-reviewed journal. He shares how to apply these breakthroughs to health and athletic performance through EFT Universe, one of the largest alternative medicine sites on the web.

Web Site: www.EFTUniverse.com
Facebook: facebook.com/EFTUniverse
Twitter:@EFTUniverse
Note: The views expressed do not necessarily reflect the opinions or beliefs of the show host or it's owners.

Apptomics, helping patients better manage chronic neurological diseases

Dr. Georgia Mitsi, Founder and CEO of Apptomics, a digital health company that is developing tools to help patients better manage chronic neurological diseases, such as Parkinson’s Epilepsy, Huntington’s, and Alzheimer’s joins eHealth Radio and the Health Care & Technology Channels.

Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Georgia Mitsi discuss the following:Sometimes companies are started due to a personal crisis or fundamental underlying capability. What promoted the formation of Apptomics?What kinds of patients can benefit from Apptomics technology?How do the tools that Apptomics is developing help patients with chronic diseases better manage their care?Are these tools just for patients?What is your vision for the company and how it can help patients?
Duration: 12:30
Apptomics LLC, is a digital health firm developing mobile applications and wearable sensors for neurological conditions. These conditions are characterized by complexity, poorly served by difficult access to care, long spans between visits, and ultimately limited data on which to base treatment decisions. Apptomics’s products offer a support system for patients and caregivers in between consultations allowing for active management of their condition and supporting the clinical decision-making with data. Our products allow personalized drug adjustments as needed and focus on other aspects such as exercise, diet, depression etc. They could lead to improved health outcomes and decreased costs. Our apps will be clinically validated and FDA approved where applicable. Collaborations with distinguished academic institutions will add credibility and strategic partnerships will support future growth and drive customer adoption.
Apptomics was founded in 2012 as a company specializing in transforming the current patient-physician interaction with the power of scientifically-designed and validated mobile applications. We are passionate about developing easy tools to empower patients and transform the traditional way of caring for chronic neurological conditions.
The company is led by Dr. Georgia Mitsi who has degrees in pharmacoepidemiology (PhD) and business (MBA). She is responsible for the vision and the strategy of Apptomics by leading the executive team to further disrupt traditional healthcare approaches. Dedicated wholeheartedly to patients, Apptomics is committed to improving their quality of life and health outcomes through scientifically valid mobile applications. The company has a strong scientific advisory board of leaders in neurological disorders.

Web Site: www.apptomics.comFacebook: facebook.com/ApptomicsTwitter: @apptomics

Fifty Years in Polygamy: Big Secrets and Little White Lies with Kristyn Decker

Kristyn Decker, author of her 2nd book, UNCENSORED "Fifty Years in Polygamy - Big Secrets and Little White Lies" joins eHealth Radio and the Family, Mental Health and Health News Channels.
Kristyn was the 12th of her polygamist father's 23 biological children. After she left polygamy, she wrote her 1st book and founded the Sound Choices Coalition that mentors boys and girls who have left polygamy.

Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Kristyn Decker discuss the following: Last fall, your first book was banned from the Tuacahn Market in St. George Utah. You gave your second book, that's recently been published, the same title as the first, other than the word: (UNCENSORED) in front of - FIFTY YEARS in POLYGAMY: Big Secrets and Little White Lies. Your book is full of vignettes that disclose secrets, lies and harms of polygamy. You wrote about discovering yourself, of leaving and becoming an educator to inform the public of the harms of polygamy. There are many books written by ex-polygamists. Why was your book banned and why did you use the word "Uncensored?"What was your childhood like, were you programmed to believe in polygamy also? Did you live polygamy – What was that like? You began writing your first book and published it in 2012, volunteered to help others leave, and also started a Coalition. Please tell us more about that. What is the most important message you would want the world and those who are still locked into that belief system to know and understand about polygamy?
Duration: 10:19
Kristyn Decker was born and raised in polygamy. She was the 12th of her father’s and prophet’s 23 biological children. Her mother was the first of his 13 wives. While living polygamy and raising her seven children to believe the same, Decker taught off and on for 18 years in the AUB private school. In 1991, with five kids still at home, she volunteered in her youngest son’s Head Start class and began taking college courses. She was an assistant Head Start teacher for four years, while acquiring her AS degree, and then became a lead teacher for four more years.
During and after this time Decker attended and sponsored in self-help groups, volunteered with Utah State School Age Child Care Association, and joined the Utah Children Association. In 1995 she began teaching CDA classes to Child Development Associate candidates at Children First and presented at Early Childhood conferences.
Right after that, Kristyn wrote her own business plan and received a half million dollar SBA loan to start a kid’s college. She graduated in 2002 with a BA in Elementary Education and Early Childhood from Southern Utah University, and began teaching K – 2 in public schools. Decker founded the Sound Choices Coalition after she published her first book Fifty Years in Polygamy – Big Secrets and Little White Lies. While Decker’s second book; UNCENSORED FYIP has recently been published, she continues to spend numerous hours volunteering in many aspects with the SCC and with other non-profit organizations to help end human rights violations due to polygamy and other forms of abuse.
For the past two years, Decker has been speaking and presenting through numerous media sources, at conferences, churches, book stores, civic clubs, and libraries across our country. (Many not listed here): S.L. Critical Issues; Facing Adolescents and Children, The Today Show, CNN Week-end News, Good Morning AZ., NPR Community Voices, The Fawn Rigan Show - WCCO – Minneapolis, KTAR Talk Radio, Jay Lawrence, KSL A.M. News.

Web Site: KristynDecker.comTwitter: @KristynDeckerFacebook: facebook.com/PolygamyUncensored

Self-sabotage and how to stop it from keeping us from achieving our goals with Heather Hans

Heather Hans, a mystical healer of loving energy for the heart, mind, body and soul and author of the book, "The Heart of Self-Love" joins eHealth Radio and the Personal Development Channel. She discusses how to stop self-sabotage from keeping us from achieving our goals.


Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Heather Hans discuss the following:We’re talking today about self-sabotage and how to stop it from keeping us from achieving our goals.  What types of self-sabotage do you most often see in your work?Why does one beat themselves up per say? What does one do to get out of sabotaging themselves?What are some ways that people can use to identify what actions they are doing that are actually sabotaging their success?What can we do, specifically, to stop doing this to ourselves?In what ways can we reprogram our brains to clear out self-sabotaging thoughts?
Duration: 10:52
Heather Hans, a mystical healer of loving energy for the heart, mind, body, and soul is a visionary positive speaker who facilitates health and healing on all levels to create total well being and leads others in experiencing more love in their hearts.  She uses her expertise in the mind-body-spirit connection to empower people to resolve physical and emotional conflicts and discover the importance of thoughts, feelings and actions in achieving their goals.
Heather has traveled a journey of spiritual awakening and has combined her gifts, pain, and story to emerge as a channel for the divine to help people feel love, through her book The Heart of Self-Love: How to Radiate Confidence and production company where she creates inspiring and entertaining videos and digital services to uplift and encourage viewers to recognize their own worth and live up to their potential.
Heather holds master’s degrees in Social Work and in Business Administration; is a licensed social worker, psychotherapist, Professional Intuitive Coach, Law of Attraction Advanced Practitioner, and holistic healer with over 20 years of experience in holistic healing, diverse spiritual studies, and goal achievement.  Heather left a successful career as a Certified Public Accountant and University Lecturer to pursue her passion of sharing the healing powers of love. Hans has a zest for wellness, self-development, and universal harmony. With a connection to Divine energy as a foundation, coupled with physical and mental health expertise, her audience is led to healthy and satisfying relationships with themselves and others.

Web Site: www.heatherhans.com
Facebook: facebook.com/HeatherHansTV
Twitter:@HeatherHansTV
YouTube:youtube.com/HeatherHans1

The Third Vision with Dr. Francis Vala

Dr. Francis Vala, author of "The Third Vision: The science of personal transformation" joins eHealth Radio and the Mental Health Channel. Dr. Vala is a physician, public speaker, social entrepreneur and a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Francis Vala discuss the following:Who are you and what do you do?Tell us about your book "The Third Vision". What is it about?Why did you write this book? In the book you identify issues with the current medical system, what issue needs to be addressed urgently?What can we do to prevent mental illness?
Duration: 12:18
Dr. Francis Vala is a physician, public speaker, social entrepreneur, Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia, and most importantly, an inquisitive life-time student. Born in Iran, he grew up in Greece, and is now residing in Canada. He does not believe in true geographic borders, and considers himself to be a ‘global’ citizen. Dreaming of a better world for future generations, his mission is to promote global education and awareness all across the world. His vision: “I am a global citizen, and we are all Earthians! I am not prepared to die without a contribution to the world—change for a better humanity, and a more peaceful planet!”
Francis is also the Author of “The Third Vision: The Science of Personal Transformation”, which introduces a new vision—a simple and comprehensive approach to understanding different aspects of life, and the complexities of this world, exemplified by a collection of extraordinary stories, and supported by a pile of science and evidence.

Web Site: www.francisvala.comFacebook: facebook.com/Dr.FrancisValaTwitter: @better_humanity

4 Resources Every Parent Needs to Know About to Stop Child Abuse Now

Cindy Sunday Powell the Executive Director of PACN (Pregnancy Assistance Center North) located in Spring and Conroe Texas joins eHealth Radio and the Mental and Children's Health Channels. Cindy discusses four resources every parent needs to know about to stop child abuse now.


Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Cindy Sunday Powell discuss the following:What are some factors why parents abuse their children?What should parents do if they feel like hurting their child?How can child abuse be prevented?What are the effects on survivors of child abuse?What should you do if you suspect a child is being abused?
Duration: 12:34
Cindy Sunday Powell is the Executive Director of PACN (Pregnancy Assistance Center North).  She has been with PACN for 23 years.  Before working at PACN, Cindy worked in marketing for an international company, TRW.  She lives in The Woodlands Texas with her husband, Dan.  Cindy is the mother of two and grandmother of three.  Her passion is for the underserved in her community.
4 Resources Every Parent Needs to Know About to Stop Child Abuse Now:
1. National Parent Hotline (www.nationalparenthelpline.org); 1-855-427-2736; parenting skills and crisis line.
2. Prevention & Early Intervention Program; home visitations for mentoring and educating.
3. Safe Haven Laws-places parents can take and leave their infants without facing criminal charges.
4. Child Help (childhelp.org); 1-800-422-4453; 24/7 hotline and crisis intervention, information and referrals.

Web Site: www.pacncommunity.orgFacebook: facebook.com/PACN.org 
Twitter: @GoPACN