Mental Health

Fight Against Domestic Violence and Assault

 
 
Dr. Caroline Prijatel-Sutton, the Executive Director for the Coalition for Family Harmony, dedicated to providing direct services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault; to educate the community regarding violence against women, children, and men; and to prevent the cycle of violence joins eHealth Radio and the Health News Channel.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Caroline Prijatel-Sutton discuss the following:
Tell us about your non-profit’s mission and objective.

Now last month in October was Domestic Violence Awareness Month & of course it has recently come to an end; how should the community continue raising awareness?

Coalition for Family Harmony specifically serves Ventura County, CA, can you share some stats about CA in comparison to the rest of the country?

Do you have certain programs and services that you have seen make a great impact?
What is one sign that someone might be in an abusive relationship?
Dr. Caroline Prijatel- Sutton has had a passion for working with victims of violence since she was an undergraduate Psychology student at Agnes Scott College in Atlanta, GA. Caroline became a volunteer counselor for Children of War in Northern Ireland and continued her work with The World Relief Organization as an advocate for Egyptian refugees. She worked for the Mental Health Program for Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter at The Carter Center.
After completing her graduate work, Caroline began working for The Coalition in 2007 as The Child and Elder Abuse Hotline Director. In 2008 Caroline became the Crisis Response and Intervention Supervisor for the Rape Crisis Program and in February of 2011, Caroline became the Executive Director for The Coalition. Caroline has served on several county boards and committees including the Partnership for Safe Communities and the Ventura County Community Corrections Partnership.
Caroline holds a master’s in counseling psychology and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Website: https://thecoalition.org
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The ever growing numbers of depression and anxiety

 
 
Dr. Kymberli Boynton, Psy.D / MA.Ed / LMFT, a leading Southern California base Psychologist and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist joins eHealth Radio and the Health News & Mental Health Channels to talk about the ever growing numbers of depression and anxiety that we are seeing in America today.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Kymberli Boynton discuss the following:
What are the signs of depression/anxiety?
What factors contribute to the development of depression/anxiety?
Are there specific coping strategies or exercises you recommend to your clients to help them manage their depressive and or anxiety symptoms?
Anxiety can manifest in various forms, such as generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder or panic anxiety disorder, can you explain the differences and how they are treated differently in therapy?
CBT is often used to treat Anxiety, can you explain how CBT works and its effectiveness?
How prevalent is anxiety/depression in society today and why do you think it’s on the rise?
Summary: In today’s society that is still dealing with Covid, cultural wars, political turmoil and ultimately more division than we have perhaps ever seen before, we are experiencing a huge uptick in depression, anxiety and suicide. Psychologists like Kymberli Boynton are seeing record numbers of patients, including children and teens. It is important to listen to those around us who might be experiencing angst, anxiety and depression and encourage them to get help.
As a psychologist, entrepreneur, mother of three, life coach, CEO/publisher of Serenity Wellness Magazine, producer, performer, and now TV personality, Southern California based Kymberli Boynton embodies the spirit of versatility and accomplishment. This dynamic tour-de-force is currently in pre-production on a new streaming series in collaboration with Emmy winning actor, producer, author and motivational speaker, Sean Kanan. Through this new venture, Boynton will reach a larger audience with her knowledge, insight, and expertise in the mental health sciences.
Boynton’s dedication to her profession and her multifaceted background showcases a remarkable commitment to promoting well-being and positive change in individuals' lives. Her extensive experience, coupled with her diverse range of certifications and accreditations, allows her to offer comprehensive and tailored support to her clients. Her genuine passion for her work shines through as she creates a safe and open space for her clients, particularly adolescents and children, to express themselves and navigate challenges. Her deep understanding of the emotions that can accompany difficult experiences underscores her commitment to providing professional guidance and support.
Having spent over 15 years in the mental health field, Boynton’s expertise spans various therapeutic modalities and techniques. Her additional certifications in areas such as Hypnotherapy, Life Coaching, NLP, and Law of Attraction reflect her holistic approach to care, ensuring that she addresses not only the psychological aspects but also the broader well-being of her clients. Furthermore, Boynton’s experience in both non-profit and private practice settings has exposed her to diverse populations and a wide array of challenges. This background equips her to effectively address issues ranging from trauma and anger management to identity concerns and substance abuse. Her specialization in working with youth and teenagers illustrates her ability to connect with these age groups as they navigate the complexities of growing up. Supported by a team of dedicated professionals, Boynton’s practice is centered around clients' well-being and individual needs. With a focus on helping clients achieve their desired goals and personal growth, her practice aims to make a positive impact on the lives of those they serve.
Beyond her clinical work, Boynton’s involvement in education, as a former elementary school teacher and principal, as well as her experience in college admissions, highlights her commitment to supporting adolescents in their educational goals. Her entrepreneurial ventures, including Serenity Wellness Center and Serenity Wellness Magazine, demonstrate her dedication to holistic wellness, encompassing mental, physical, and spiritual aspects. Her engagement as CEO/Founder of various Non-Profit Organizations, including Serenity Wellness Organization and Guam Communications Network (GCN), showcases her desire to uplift communities and promote cultural understanding. Her Chamorro heritage from Guam remains a strong influence, emphasizing the importance of culture, values, and traditions.
Through her numerous roles and initiatives, Kymberli Boynton exemplifies a profound commitment to making a positive impact on individuals' lives. Her work underscores the importance of self-love, empowerment, and holistic well-being, demonstrating her passion for helping others achieve personal growth for a healthier, happier life.
Website: https://kymberliboynton.com 
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keepingupwithkymInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kymberliboyntonLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kymberliboynton
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Discovering emotional scars that can run our lives

 
 
Dr. Jackie Heller, MD, a psychoanalyst, is board certified in psychiatry and neurology. Her professional experience as a practicing clinician has allowed her extensive insight into the vast range of human experiences. Dr. Heller joins eHealth Radio and the Mental Health Channel to discuss her new book, Yesterday Never Sleeps, that delves into her personal experience with family trauma and helping others work through their own.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Jackie Heller discuss the following:
What does Yesterday never sleeps mean?
How and why is introspection important?
Was Freud right about the unconscious mind?
Why is having a self narrative important?
What is intriguing and necessary about connecting to family and ancestors?
Why do traumatic events repeat for generations?
How do we become kinder PEOPLE?
Jackie Heller, MD, a psychoanalyst, is board certified in psychiatry and neurology. Her professional experience as a practicing clinician has allowed her extensive insight into the vast range of human experiences. Her new book, Yesterday Never Sleeps (Greenleaf Book Group Press, August 1, 2023), delves into her personal experience with family trauma and helping others work through their own.
Website: https://jackieheller.com
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Meet the company that’s helping people shift mindsets for profoundly better living

 
 
Kim Askey Strasser, the spokesperson at MetaBrain Labs that accelerates behavior change by reprogramming the unconscious mind with a patent-pending, neuro-tech driven chatbot experience that produces rapid, lasting results joins eHealth Radio and the Personal Development Channel. 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Kim Askey Strasser discuss the following:
Tell me about Meta-Brain Self. What is it?
I know Meta-Brain Self is about living one's dreams, but what specific benefit comes from shifting mindsets for those in leadership?
So many feel stuck with the way they were conditioned from their upbringing.  How can you help a leader break out of it?
I know that most of us are limited by what we think we can do. Can you change that?
So, how do our listeners get involved...what do you offer? 
Kim Askey Strasser is a Master Certified Life Coach and Executive Nurse Leader who is passionate about guiding and supporting individuals in achieving their highest potential for health, happiness, and balance. Kim has a long standing history as an expert clinician, influential leader and accomplished public speaker. Her career of caregiving and leadership created a natural path to life and wellness coaching for women. She helps them transform their often lifelong engrained negative self-image into a positive, productive and healthy self-image using mindset coaching for deep mind-body connected living.
MetaBrain Labs accelerates behavior change by reprogramming the unconscious mind with a patent-pending, neurotech-driven chatbot experience that produces rapid, lasting results. Their approach revolutionizes coaching across sports, business, and health & wellness industries and provides the tools for humans to reset their minds by applying Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) through a neuroscience and learning theory lens; that human mindsets are "programmed" much like a computer and as a result, can be reprogrammed. By unlearning and relearning new ways of thinking, MetaBrain believes you can overcome mental barriers and achieve your goals.
Websites : https://metabrainself.com | https://metabrainlabs.com 
Social Media Links: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/metabrainlabs 
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Making It Through Your First Holiday Season After a Divorce

 
Dr. Nikki Martinez, an Independent Medical Expert at the Federal level and has been an Adjunct professor for the past 13 years again joins eHealth Radio and the Psychology & Divorce Channels. Dr. Martinez also works as an Independent Consultant for Various Individuals, Groups, and Organizations, as she continues to see a small caseload of Individual and Couple patients through Tele-Mental Health Services on a regular basis.
Topic: Making It Through Your First Holiday Season After a Divorce
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Nikki Martinez discuss the following:
What is a good way to deal with family and friends before getting together, to make sure that the holidays go as smoothly as possible for you as members of a couple?
What are some of the additional issues people should consider when children are involved?
How can the family be pre-warned and how can they help support children during this first holiday?
Why are the holidays especially hard for those who have broken up and the families that are dealing with their new normal? 

If everyone does all these steps, can they expect everything to go smoothly?
Dr. Nicole Martinez received her master’s and her Doctorate from Illinois School of Professional Psychology and completed her pre-doctoral and post-doctoral fellowship at Gateway Foundation in Lake Villa, Illinois. Prior to that she attended the University of St. Francis where she completed a double major in Psychology and Therapeutic Recreation. Dr. Martinez has experience working with adolescents and adults in individual, family, and group treatment.
Her therapeutic style can be described as integrative, assessing the needs and style that will best serve the individual client. She typically has a mix between Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy and various holistic approaches, with an emphasis in CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Reality Therapy, and Positive Psychology. She believes in exploring the connection between the body and the mind to treat all the individuals’ needs. Her belief is that an individual must explore many areas of their functioning to ensure optimum health physically and emotionally.
She stresses the essential belief that the therapist and client relationship is collaborative in nature, and the two are 'partners,' who communicate from the first steps of designing the course and goals of treatment, as well as what the priorities will be. Dr. Martinez understands that it is just as important to identify any treatment styles, tools, techniques, or methods that 'did not' work, as did, so that the two of you can work together charting a new path and avoiding precious time and frustration on that which has already been proven to be a poor fit. Dr. Martinez also understands that each person is unique, there is no 'one size fits all,' and that the needs of an individual may not only change from the initial inception of a treatment plan, but from month to month or session to session, and that adapting and meeting the patient 'where they are at,' at any given moment is essential to both letting the patient know they are being heard and attended to, as well as positive treatment outcomes.
Areas of expertise: Medical and health psychology, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders and neurodivergent considerations, LGBTQ populations, bereavement, forensics, substance abuse, addictive issues, couples work, MISA, co-occurring disorders, domestic violence, sex offenders, special needs populations, and chronic medical issues and rare diseases. Evaluation and assessment of the above-mentioned individuals.
Website: https://www.drnikkimartinez.com
Resource: EverydayPower.com [key word “Nikki Martinez”]
Social Media: Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/nikki-martinez
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Reasons Adult Coloring Books Are Great for Your Mental, Emotional, and Intellectual Health

 
Dr. Nikki Martinez, an Independent Medical Expert at the Federal level and has been an Adjunct professor for the past 13 years joins eHealth Radio and the Psychology & Emotional Health Channels. Dr. Martinez also works as an Independent Consultant for Various Individuals, Groups, and Organizations, as she continues to see a small caseload of Individual and Couple patients through Tele-Mental Health Services on a regular basis.
Topic: Reasons Adult Coloring Books Are Great for Your Mental, Emotional, and Intellectual Health
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Nikki Martinez discuss the following:
Is it true that the practice of "prescribing" adult coloring stems all the way back to the late psychologist Carl Jung?
What types of emotional and mental health issues can Adult coloring books help with?
Coloring can obviously bring us back to a simpler time, but you also note that coloring has intellectual benefits as well. Could you say a little about that?
You noted that coloring utilizes ‘both’ sides of the brain, so not only as it applies to your field, but what other areas can this be used in for treatment?
Adult coloring books clearly help serve many purposes that are beneficial, what are some thoughts you would like to leave listeners with?
Dr. Nicole Martinez received her master’s and her Doctorate from Illinois School of Professional Psychology and completed her pre-doctoral and post-doctoral fellowship at Gateway Foundation in Lake Villa, Illinois. Prior to that she attended the University of St. Francis where she completed a double major in Psychology and Therapeutic Recreation. Dr. Martinez has experience working with adolescents and adults in individual, family, and group treatment.
Her therapeutic style can be described as integrative, assessing the needs and style that will best serve the individual client. She typically has a mix between Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy and various holistic approaches, with an emphasis in CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Reality Therapy, and Positive Psychology. She believes in exploring the connection between the body and the mind to treat all the individuals’ needs. Her belief is that an individual must explore many areas of their functioning to ensure optimum health physically and emotionally.
She stresses the essential belief that the therapist and client relationship is collaborative in nature, and the two are 'partners,' who communicate from the first steps of designing the course and goals of treatment, as well as what the priorities will be. Dr. Martinez understands that it is just as important to identify any treatment styles, tools, techniques, or methods that 'did not' work, as did, so that the two of you can work together charting a new path and avoiding precious time and frustration on that which has already been proven to be a poor fit. Dr. Martinez also understands that each person is unique, there is no 'one size fits all,' and that the needs of an individual may not only change from the initial inception of a treatment plan, but from month to month or session to session, and that adapting and meeting the patient 'where they are at,' at any given moment is essential to both letting the patient know they are being heard and attended to, as well as positive treatment outcomes.
Areas of expertise: Medical and health psychology, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders and neurodivergent considerations, LGBTQ populations, bereavement, forensics, substance abuse, addictive issues, couples work, MISA, co-occurring disorders, domestic violence, sex offenders, special needs populations, and chronic medical issues and rare diseases. Evaluation and assessment of the above-mentioned individuals.
Website: https://www.drnikkimartinez.com
Resource: EverydayPower.com [key word “Nikki Martinez”]
Social Media: Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/nikki-martinez
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.
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Stress Management with Goal Setting and Goal Achievement

 
 
Frank Healy, a Licensed Professional Counselor and author who has written books on healing your past, improving your memory, and now how to achieve your goals in a stress-free manner joins eHealth Radio and the General Health and Stress Management Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Frank Healy discuss the following:
What made you decide to write a book on stress-free success since your other books are about memory and memory healing?
In your book Stress-Free Success, you indicate that there are ways to relieve yourself of stress while you work hard to achieve your goals. What are the ways?
You have also indicated that there are specific ways to set goals. What are the ways?
Is your book a reference for people to keep and refer to when they need to de-stress themselves?
What will you do next with your books?
Frank Healy is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of New Jersey and Certified Life Coach. He is classified with Hyperthymesia or Highly Superior Autobiographical Memory by the University of California. Frank remembers every day of his life for the past 57 years since he was six years old. This includes the day of the week, the weather, news, and personal events. Frank lives with his wife Janet in Dennisville New Jersey and works as a therapist at Families Matter and Seaside Serentiy. Frank has published over 20 books including his latest Stress-Free Success.
Website: http://phenomenalmemory.com
Social Media Links: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-healy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/frank.healy.7  Twitter: https://twitter.com/Frank_Healy
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.
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The Psychology of Asking for Forgiveness and Forgiving

 
Dr. Nikki Martinez, an Independent Medical Expert at the Federal level and has been an Adjunct professor for the past 13 years joins eHealth Radio and the Psychology & Relationship Channels. Dr. Martinez also works as an Independent Consultant for Various Individuals, Groups, and Organizations, as she continues to see a small caseload of Individual and Couple patients through Tele-Mental Health Services on a regular basis.
Topic: The Psychology of Asking for Forgiveness and Forgiving 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Nikki Martinez discuss the following:
Let's start with what makes an apology meaningful? What makes the person giving one seem sincere?
Now what if a person is committing regrettable acts over and over again, and keeps asking for forgiveness? At what point does an apology become pointless?
So what about the person doing the forgiving? Is there a psychology behind forgiveness?
To put yet another spin on this subject, how does the public tend to feel about public apologies from investors, politicians, athletes, and celebrities?
Are there people who appear to be beyond saving, or beyond apologizing, and those who seem genuine? What is the difference?
Dr. Nicole Martinez received her master’s and her Doctorate from Illinois School of Professional Psychology and completed her pre-doctoral and post-doctoral fellowship at Gateway Foundation in Lake Villa, Illinois. Prior to that she attended the University of St. Francis where she completed a double major in Psychology and Therapeutic Recreation. Dr. Martinez has experience working with adolescents and adults in individual, family, and group treatment.
Her therapeutic style can be described as integrative, assessing the needs and style that will best serve the individual client. She typically has a mix between Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy and various holistic approaches, with an emphasis in CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Reality Therapy, and Positive Psychology. She believes in exploring the connection between the body and the mind to treat all the individuals’ needs. Her belief is that an individual must explore many areas of their functioning to ensure optimum health physically and emotionally.
She stresses the essential belief that the therapist and client relationship is collaborative in nature, and the two are 'partners,' who communicate from the first steps of designing the course and goals of treatment, as well as what the priorities will be. Dr. Martinez understands that it is just as important to identify any treatment styles, tools, techniques, or methods that 'did not' work, as did, so that the two of you can work together charting a new path and avoiding precious time and frustration on that which has already been proven to be a poor fit. Dr. Martinez also understands that each person is unique, there is no 'one size fits all,' and that the needs of an individual may not only change from the initial inception of a treatment plan, but from month to month or session to session, and that adapting and meeting the patient 'where they are at,' at any given moment is essential to both letting the patient know they are being heard and attended to, as well as positive treatment outcomes.
Areas of expertise: Medical and health psychology, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders and neurodivergent considerations, LGBTQ populations, bereavement, forensics, substance abuse, addictive issues, couples work, MISA, co-occurring disorders, domestic violence, sex offenders, special needs populations, and chronic medical issues and rare diseases. Evaluation and assessment of the above-mentioned individuals.
Website: https://www.drnikkimartinez.com
Resource: EverydayPower.com [key word “Nikki Martinez”]
Social Media: Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/nikki-martinez
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.

Accepting the Limitations of Others and Learning to Accept Ourselves

 
Dr. Nikki Martinez, an Independent Medical Expert at the Federal level and has been an Adjunct professor for the past 13 years joins eHealth Radio and the Psychology & Relationship Channels. Dr. Martinez also works as an Independent Consultant for Various Individuals, Groups, and Organizations, as she continues to see a small caseload of Individual and Couple patients through Tele-Mental Health Services on a regular basis.
Topic: Accepting the Limitations of Others and Learning to Accept Ourselves
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Nikki Martinez discuss the following:
You talk about the importance of individuals accepting the limitations of others when it comes to what they are capable of giving someone else in terms of ANY level of acceptance. Can you speak a little about that?
How can continuing to seek approval from someone who is not capable be harmful to an individual in the short and long term?
You note that an individual accepting that seeking the approval and various self-concept needs from another who is not capable can be healing and empowering. Can you expand on that?
What might it 'look like" for an individual to stop looking for acceptance in another, and start to accept themselves?
Are individuals likely to fall back into patterns of seeking approval from the original person vs themselves, and what should they do if they catch themselves doing this?
Dr. Nicole Martinez received her master’s and her Doctorate from Illinois School of Professional Psychology and completed her pre-doctoral and post-doctoral fellowship at Gateway Foundation in Lake Villa, Illinois. Prior to that she attended the University of St. Francis where she completed a double major in Psychology and Therapeutic Recreation. Dr. Martinez has experience working with adolescents and adults in individual, family, and group treatment.
Her therapeutic style can be described as integrative, assessing the needs and style that will best serve the individual client. She typically has a mix between Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy and various holistic approaches, with an emphasis in CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Reality Therapy, and Positive Psychology. She believes in exploring the connection between the body and the mind to treat all the individuals’ needs. Her belief is that an individual must explore many areas of their functioning to ensure optimum health physically and emotionally.
She stresses the essential belief that the therapist and client relationship is collaborative in nature, and the two are 'partners,' who communicate from the first steps of designing the course and goals of treatment, as well as what the priorities will be. Dr. Martinez understands that it is just as important to identify any treatment styles, tools, techniques, or methods that 'did not' work, as did, so that the two of you can work together charting a new path and avoiding precious time and frustration on that which has already been proven to be a poor fit. Dr. Martinez also understands that each person is unique, there is no 'one size fits all,' and that the needs of an individual may not only change from the initial inception of a treatment plan, but from month to month or session to session, and that adapting and meeting the patient 'where they are at,' at any given moment is essential to both letting the patient know they are being heard and attended to, as well as positive treatment outcomes.
Areas of expertise: Medical and health psychology, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders and neurodivergent considerations, LGBTQ populations, bereavement, forensics, substance abuse, addictive issues, couples work, MISA, co-occurring disorders, domestic violence, sex offenders, special needs populations, and chronic medical issues and rare diseases. Evaluation and assessment of the above-mentioned individuals.
Website: https://www.drnikkimartinez.com
Resource: EverydayPower.com [key word “Nikki Martinez”]
Social Media: Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/nikki-martinez
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.

It’s Ok To Be Not Ok: Acknowledging Grief and Depression

 
Dr. Nikki Martinez, an Independent Medical Expert at the Federal level and has been an Adjunct professor for the past 13 years joins eHealth Radio and the Psychology & Relationships Channels. Dr. Martinez also works as an Independent Consultant for Various Individuals, Groups, and Organizations, as she continues to see a small caseload of Individual and Couple patients through Tele-Mental Health Services on a regular basis.
Topic: It's Ok To Be Not Ok: Acknowledging Grief and Depression
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Nikki Martinez discuss the following:
What made you think of this topic and this title?
I know you noted that this topic has a very personal significance to you, can you talk a bit about that?
What might the person thinking of harming themselves be thinking and doing around the time of the act?
Why might people, and especially professionals, like yourself, struggle to acknowledge grief and depression?
What should one remember if they or someone they know is struggling with thoughts of harming themselves? 
Dr. Nicole Martinez received her master’s and her Doctorate from Illinois School of Professional Psychology and completed her pre-doctoral and post-doctoral fellowship at Gateway Foundation in Lake Villa, Illinois. Prior to that she attended the University of St. Francis where she completed a double major in Psychology and Therapeutic Recreation. Dr. Martinez has experience working with adolescents and adults in individual, family, and group treatment.
Her therapeutic style can be described as integrative, assessing the needs and style that will best serve the individual client. She typically has a mix between Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy and various holistic approaches, with an emphasis in CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Reality Therapy, and Positive Psychology. She believes in exploring the connection between the body and the mind to treat all the individuals’ needs. Her belief is that an individual must explore many areas of their functioning to ensure optimum health physically and emotionally.
She stresses the essential belief that the therapist and client relationship is collaborative in nature, and the two are 'partners,' who communicate from the first steps of designing the course and goals of treatment, as well as what the priorities will be. Dr. Martinez understands that it is just as important to identify any treatment styles, tools, techniques, or methods that 'did not' work, as did, so that the two of you can work together charting a new path and avoiding precious time and frustration on that which has already been proven to be a poor fit. Dr. Martinez also understands that each person is unique, there is no 'one size fits all,' and that the needs of an individual may not only change from the initial inception of a treatment plan, but from month to month or session to session, and that adapting and meeting the patient 'where they are at,' at any given moment is essential to both letting the patient know they are being heard and attended to, as well as positive treatment outcomes.
Areas of expertise: Medical and health psychology, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders and neurodivergent considerations, LGBTQ populations, bereavement, forensics, substance abuse, addictive issues, couples work, MISA, co-occurring disorders, domestic violence, sex offenders, special needs populations, and chronic medical issues and rare diseases. Evaluation and assessment of the above-mentioned individuals.
Website: https://www.drnikkimartinez.com
Resource: EverydayPower.com [key word “Nikki Martinez”]
Social Media: Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/nikki-martinez
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.