Relationships

Bonus Families are the New Traditional Family: Here's How to Make Them Work

 
Dr. Jann Blackstone that specializes in child custody, co-parenting, divorce, and step family mediation joins eHealth Radio and the Family Health & Health News Channels. She is the author of multiple books on divorce, remarriage, and co-parenting.  Her newest book is The Bonus Family Handbook: The Definitive Guide to Co-Parenting and Creating Stronger Families. 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Jann Blackstone discuss the following:
What can co-parents do when they just can't get along, and every discussion or decision is fraught with tension and resentment?

How can you get exes to stop badmouthing each other? Do most people even know what badmouthing is?

Why is badmouthing so harmful for the children — what message does it send that co-parents miss?

When a child confides in one of their parents and asks them not to tell the other one, should that request be honored? What's more important — gaining the child's trust by keeping the secret, or keeping communication open between co-parents?
What happens when a judge issues a decision in a divorce or a separation — for instance about keeping to a rigid schedule — but it just doesn't always work for the co-parents?
What does "put your children first" really mean?
What if one co-parent starts dating again — should they tell the other parent?
If a co-parent wants to share that they've met someone important, who should they tell first — their children, or the other parent, and why?
Is there a single factor that can make blending the family more successful?
You coined the term "bonus family" — what does that mean, and why do you want people to use that instead of "step family"?
Many co-parents need some help with communication. What are some words to watch out for — that may seem they should promote positive communication, but in fact, they don't help?
What's a good strategy for co-parents who feel like they should be done trying to problem-solve together, but really still have challenges to face when it comes to the children? How do you convince them to work together?
Dr. Jann Blackstone specializes in child custody, co-parenting, divorce, and step family mediation. She is the author of multiple books on divorce, remarriage, and co-parenting, including Ex-Etiquette for Parents: Good Behavior After Divorce and Separation, Ex-Etiquette for Weddings, Ex-Etiquette for Holidays, and My Parents are Divorced, Too. Dr. Blackstone is also the founder of Bonus Families, a 501 c3 non-profit organization dedicated to peaceful coexistence between divorced or separated parents and their combined families. Her new book is The Bonus Family Handbook: The Definitive Guide to Co-Parenting and Creating Stronger Families. 
Website: https://www.bonusfamilies.com
Social Media Links: Facebook (Bonus Families): https://www.facebook.com/bonusfamilies Facebook (Jann Blackstone): https://www.facebook.com/jann.blackstone 
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Revolutionizing online dating for those seeking real connections this Valentine’s season

 
Candace Hancock, Co-Founder of endgame, a innovative new dating app developed by women and PhD’s to help navigate the online dating world using visual decision making joins eHealth Radio and the Dating, Health News & Relationship Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Candace Hancock discuss the following:
First tell us your role and position at Endgame? Tell us about your partners and the PHD team you have on board?
What makes endgame different than other dating apps?
Why now for endgame and tell us about why finding solid relationships are important?
How can people get the app?
Endgame was launched in 2024 and is a proprietary visual decision-making dating app that is aiming to change the way people connect. With the help of behavioral science, emotional intelligence, and user-centered technology, Endgame provides a fresh and meaningful approach to an overcrowded and frustrating online dating market.
Candace Hancock is the Founder of Endgame and a firm believer in the power of visual storytelling. She thrives on building exceptional teams and redefining the norm.
Her career began in the vibrant New York fashion industry. Driven by her passion for people and problem-solving, Candace transitioned to luxury hospitality, serving as the lead of VIP Guest Relations at the prestigious Plaza Hotel. Her ability to understand personalities in unconventional ways has made her a natural connector, often helping friends finding their endgame.
With an eye for detail and a knack for creative design, Candace envisioned a more intuitive way for millions to discover true love. As a true millennial innovator, she merged the practice of the law of attraction with her dedication to building deep connections. Thus, creating a platform that inspires lasting relationships through Endgame’s revolutionary methodologies.
Candace is a graduate of Auburn University and continues to lead with creativity, passion, and a people-first mindset.
Website: https://www.endgame.dating
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Emmy Award Winning Couple Share Secrets and Practical Tools to Love and Success in New Book

 
International television star and Emmy winning producer, Sean Kanan who currently stars on CBS’s The Bold & The Beautiful and the Netflix series, Cobra Kai joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Relationship Channels. Sean is here with his Emmy winning producer, writer and director wife, Michele Kanan. Sean and his wife, Michele have recently co-written the book Way of the COBRA Couples, offering to others their personal wisdom and everyday practical advice for creating a happy, healthy and lasting relationship.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels guests Sean & Michele Kanan discuss the following:
Way of the Cobra Couples is the third in a series of books written by Sean. How did the idea to collaborate and co-write this third book together originate?
What Does “I love you because of you, not in spite of you” mean?
What is a Relationship Rule Book and when is it constructed in a relationship?
What is an Origin Story and why is it important in a relationship?
Why doesn’t blame exist in your Dojo? 
TIP: The right partner will make you, and the wrong one will break you. Sean explains. Finding the right partner is one of the most important aspects of a successful and happy life. But that's just the beginning of the adventure. Becoming a COBRA Couple means growing and evolving together while maintaining your individual identity. Love is not enough—it requires wisdom, strategy, and intentionality. Sean and Michele Kanan have been blessed with this incredible gift, and they want to share what they have learned and share it with everyone.
About Sean Kanan
Actor, writer, author, comedian, and Emmy® award-winning producer Sean Kanan’s first role in Hollywood was bad-boy “Mike Barnes” in the blockbuster franchise film Karate Kid III. In 2022 Kanan reprised his iconic role, receiving critical acclaim in the pop-culture hit series’ fifth and sixth seasons of Cobra Kai, now streaming on Netflix.
Kanan simultaneously appears once again as a bad boy with a heart of gold, ‘Deacon Sharpe’, on the world’s most-watched daytime drama, CBS’s The Bold and the Beautiful, and has portrayed the same role on its sister show, The Young and the Restless. Kanan previously played ‘AJ Quartermaine’ on ABC’s General Hospital. His other recent credits include two 2021 films with Bruce Willis, Survive the Game and The Fortress, and Lifetime’s Sinister Society.
In 2021, Kanan won the Daytime Emmy® award for Outstanding Limited Series as the Executive Producer and Creator of Studio City (Amazon Prime), for which he was also Emmy® nominated in the categories of Outstanding Lead Actor and Outstanding Writing Team. Kanan previously won the Indie Series Award for Outstanding Lead Actor for portraying Studio City protagonist ‘Sam Stephens’.
Kanan has previously authored four books. His first book, The Modern Gentleman: Cooking and Entertaining with Sean Kanan, received rave reviews. His second, Success Factor X, became an Amazon New Release Best Seller after less than one week and was named one of the twenty most inspirational books in the last two decades by Book Authority.
Kanan’s third and fourth books are part of a series which include Way of the Cobra (WOTC) with the theme of “Transform yourself, and you can transform the world” and Welcome to the Kumite which draws on intimate, personal stories to illustrate his strategies and philosophy for achieving success. Currently being added to this literary series is Way of the Cobra Couples, co-written by his wife, Michele Kanan. This book focuses on relationships and communication.
Whether lobbying on Capitol Hill to raise awareness about bullying or performing stand-up comedy in Bosnia to entertain the troops for the USO, Kanan remains active in numerous charitable organizations, including The American Cancer Society, various animal advocacy groups, and serving as the international youth ambassador for Boo2Bullying.
In 2016, Kanan received the 400th star on the Palm Springs Walk of Fame for his creative work and acts of charity in the Coachella Valley and Hollywood. A native of Cleveland, Kanan resides with his wife, writer and Emmy® award-winning producer, Michele Kanan in Los Angeles and Palm Springs.
About Michele Kanan
Emmy® winning producer and co-writer of Way of the Cobra Couples, Michele Kanan was living in the suburbs, carpooling and serving as administrator for a successful medical practice when she decided to step out of her comfort zone to make a movie. Fast forward, and Kanan found herself and her kids married to the ‘Bad Boy of Karate’ Sean Kanan, while beginning a Hollywood career as a producer, writer and director.
She has produced ten films including ’Til Death Do Us Part with Jason Patric, Orlando Jones and Cam Gigandet; Darkness of Man with Jean Claude VanDam; and a Cannes Film Festival sci-fi favorite, Colonials with Greg Kriek.
In 2021, Kanan was nominated for an Emmy® for writing and she won an Emmy® as producer for Outstanding Digital Drama for Studio City (Amazon Prime, ROKU). Studio City has received over 20 Emmy® nominations and garnered Kanan a 2019 Indie Series Award for Best Writing. In 2022, she won the Indie Series Award for writing and Studio City won for Best Ensemble Cast.
Currently Kanan is in post-production on the young adult television show, Pretty Little Gun and is set to direct the feature films, A Gift of Magic and Snipers. She has four projects in development, including one with Eric Roberts and another with Orlando Jones. In addition, Kanan is launching a web3 interactive game and token in conjunction with her show Pretty Little Gun, while running a flourishing e-commerce/digital marketing boutique agency.
In 2022, she received a star on Palm Springs prestigious Walk of Fame in recognition for her work in entertainment and philanthropy in the Coachella Valley and Hollywood. In her spare time, Kanan spoils Beatrix, her Pug and she adores spending time with her five grown children and international television star husband.
Website: https://wayofthecobra.com
Instagram:@wayofthecobra@sean.kanan @michele.kanan
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A Family Trip Around the Sun: 29 Countries in 366 Days

 
Margaret Bensfield Sullivan an author, illustrator, and family photo curator, whose work combines personal passion for archiving with visual storytelling skills she honed over nearly two decades in brand marketing joins eHealth Radio and the Family & Parenting Channels.
She left corporate life to spend a year with her husband and two young children crisscrossing the globe, visiting 29 countries and six continents. She wrote about their adventures in Following the Sun: Tales (and Fails) From a Year Around the World With Our Kids.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Margaret Bensfield Sullivan discuss the following:
What exactly is a family gap year?
What inspired you to do this?
Where did you go? What lessons about parenting, travel and the world did you learn?
Do you have any advice for families considering doing something similar?
Margaret Bensfield Sullivan is author, illustrator, and family photo curator whose work combines personal passion for archiving with visual storytelling skills she honed over nearly two decades in brand marketing.
Margaret was a partner at WPP's marketing and branded content agency Group SJR, where she designed storytelling campaigns on behalf of clients like TED, Target, Disney, and USAID. She left corporate life to spend a year with her husband and two young children crisscrossing the globe, visiting 29 countries and six continents.
She wrote about their adventures in Following the Sun: Tales (and Fails) From a Year Around the World With Our Kids (December 5, 2023).
Website: https://www.margaretbensfieldsullivan.com 
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/margaretbensfield Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/margaretbsullivan  Instagram: @SullivanFamilyAdventure
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Recognizing the Cycle of Ruptured Mother-Daughter Relationships

 
Khara Croswaite Brindle, a licensed mental health therapist in private practice in Denver, Colorado joins eHealth Radio and the Health News & Mental Health Channels. Her new book is "Understanding Ruptured Mother-Daughter Relationships: Guiding the Adult Daughter’s Healing Journey through the Estrangement Energy Cycle".
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Khara Croswaite Brindle discuss the following:
What assumptions about estrangement need to be dispelled?
What separate stages do those contemplating parental estrangement experience?
How does understanding the stages in the “Estrangement Energy Cycle” better equip women to tackle the emotional rollercoaster of breaking ties with their mothers?
What are the ripple effects of mother-daughter estrangement — particularly for family members on the sidelines?
What should you say to children about a family rupture?
What social stigmas are attached to mother-daughter estrangement?  
Khara Croswaite Brindle is a licensed mental health therapist in private practice in in Denver, Colorado. She holds various roles, including financial therapist, TEDx Speaker, burnout consultant, author, and professor. Her new book is Understanding Ruptured Mother-Daughter Relationships: Guiding the Adult Daughter’s Healing Journey through the Estrangement Energy Cycle (Rowman & Littlefield, July 1, 2023). Access therapeutic tools for adult daughters at estrangementenergycycle.com.
Website: https://www.estrangementenergycycle.com 
Social Media Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kharacroswaite Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/croswaitecounselingpllc Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kharacroswaite 
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Learning to Say NO! Tips for Learning to Be Assertive

 
Dr. Nikki Martinez who has been working as an Independent Medical Expert to assist the courts, for the past decade and has also been an Adjunct professor for almost 14 years again joins eHealth Radio and the Psychology & Relationship Channels continuing an on-going series. Dr. Martinez engages in domestic and international consulting for various individuals, groups, and organizations, and offers individual and couples consulting via Tele-mental health services.
Topic: Learning to Say “No.” Tips for Learning to Be Assertive
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Nikki Martinez discuss the following:
Why do some people struggle seemingly saying ‘no’ to everything, while others have no problem saying ‘no,’ to almost everything from very early on with people?
You once wrote, “When you decide to become assertive, you must commit to it. To change being passive or walk on.” What did you mean by this?
We discuss body language in several of our segments. You note that it is especially important to be assertive, could you say more about that?
What is a good/safe seeming way for individuals to start practicing their new skills of assertiveness and setting boundaries such as saying ‘no.’
Can you explain “Fogging,” and how individuals can use it to take control back from individuals who are ‘trying to get a reaction’ out of them?
Dr. Nicole Martinez received her master’s and her Doctorate from the 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, with a specialization in the arts. Dr. Martinez has experience working with adolescents, children, 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 of Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy and various holistic approaches, with an emphasis on 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 work, but what did not work as well, so that the two of you can work together charting a new path and avoiding precious time lost 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 knows they are being heard and attended to, as well as positive treatment outcomes.
Areas of expertise: medical and health psychology, trauma, trauma-focused CBT, PTSD, depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, neurodivergent emerging considerations, LGBTQIA populations, bereavement, forensics, substance abuse, and misuse disorders, addictive issues and behaviors, couples work, MISA populations, co-occurring disorders, domestic violence issues, sex offenders, special needs populations, and chronic medical issues and rare diseases. Evaluation and assessment of the above-mentioned individuals, as well as review of previous assessments.
Website: https://www.drnikkimartinez.com
Article Archives: EverydayPower: https://everydaypower.com/author/nmmartinez Huffington Post: https://www.huffpost.com/author/nmmartinez1313-296Resilient Stories (New Site & Contributor): https://resilientstories.com 
Social Media: Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/nikki-martinez Podbean: https://drnikkimartinez.podbean.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikkimaramartinez 
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Ways to Improve Your Emotional IQ

 
 
Dr. Nikki Martinez who has been working as an Independent Medical Expert to assist the courts, for the past decade and has also been an Adjunct professor for almost 14 years again joins eHealth Radio and the Psychology & Relationship Channels continuing an on-going series. Dr. Martinez engages in domestic and international consulting for various individuals, groups, and organizations, and offers individual and couples consulting via Tele-mental health services.
Topic: Ways to Improve Your Emotional IQ: How You Can Learn to Understand People on a Deeper Level
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Nikki Martinez discuss the following:
Can you start by explaining what “Emotional IQ” is for the listeners?
You note there are a number of ways that we can improve our emotional IQ, can you speak to what some of those are?
You also note there are ways individuals can ‘learn’ to understand people on a deeper level, can you discuss those?
Can you discuss the role social media and online or non-face-to-face interactions have had on understanding basic social norms?
What would you like to remind people of, in terms of some of the social skills they may have left slip due to being “very online,’ as you phrased it?
Dr. Nicole Martinez received her master’s and her Doctorate from the 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, with a specialization in the arts. Dr. Martinez has experience working with adolescents, children, 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 of Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy and various holistic approaches, with an emphasis on 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 work, but what did not work as well, so that the two of you can work together charting a new path and avoiding precious time lost 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 knows they are being heard and attended to, as well as positive treatment outcomes.
Areas of expertise: medical and health psychology, trauma, trauma-focused CBT, PTSD, depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, neurodivergent emerging considerations, LGBTQIA populations, bereavement, forensics, substance abuse, and misuse disorders, addictive issues and behaviors, couples work, MISA populations, co-occurring disorders, domestic violence issues, sex offenders, special needs populations, and chronic medical issues and rare diseases. Evaluation and assessment of the above-mentioned individuals, as well as review of previous assessments.
Website: https://www.drnikkimartinez.com
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Social Media: Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/nikki-martinez Podbean: https://drnikkimartinez.podbean.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikkimaramartinez 
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Why a Failed Relationship Does NOT Make You a Failure

 
 
Dr. Nikki Martinez who has been working as an Independent Medical Expert to assist the courts, for the past decade and has also been an Adjunct professor for almost 14 years again joins eHealth Radio and the Relationship Channel continuing an on-going series. Dr. Martinez engages in domestic and international consulting for various individuals, groups, and organizations, and offers individual and couples consulting via Tele-mental health services.
Topic: Why a Failed Relationship Does NOT Make You a Failure
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Nikki Martinez discuss the following:
You note there are 4 types of Failure we all experience. Can you explain what each of those are?
Do different people/personalities, experience these types of ‘failures’ in different ways?
Why do people tend to tie their sense of ‘self’ to the success or failure of a relationship?
We have all been guilty of ‘rewriting’ the history of a relationship after a breakup. What does that look like in situations where people feel like a failed relationship makes them a failure?
You have talked in other segments we have done, about the end of a relationship being an opportunity for growth and something that can be thought of in a positive way. Can you speak about this? You also have a new project you are a Contributor for, and it segways nicely into this as we end, would you like to share a brief overview of it with our listeners?
Dr. Nicole Martinez received her master’s and her Doctorate from the 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, with a specialization in the arts. Dr. Martinez has experience working with adolescents, children, 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 of Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy and various holistic approaches, with an emphasis on 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 work, but what did not work as well, so that the two of you can work together charting a new path and avoiding precious time lost 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 knows they are being heard and attended to, as well as positive treatment outcomes.
Areas of expertise: medical and health psychology, trauma, trauma-focused CBT, PTSD, depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, neurodivergent emerging considerations, LGBTQIA populations, bereavement, forensics, substance abuse, and misuse disorders, addictive issues and behaviors, couples work, MISA populations, co-occurring disorders, domestic violence issues, sex offenders, special needs populations, and chronic medical issues and rare diseases. Evaluation and assessment of the above-mentioned individuals, as well as review of previous assessments.
Website: https://www.drnikkimartinez.com
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Social Media: Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/nikki-martinez Podbean: https://drnikkimartinez.podbean.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikkimaramartinez 
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Potential Romantic/Sexual Encounters After Disclosing Vulnerable Information to You

 
 
Dr. Nikki Martinez who has been working as an Independent Medical Expert to assist the courts, for the past decade and has also been an Adjunct professor for almost 14 years again joins eHealth Radio and the Sexual Health & Relationship Channels continuing an on-going series. Dr. Martinez engages in domestic and international consulting for various individuals, groups, and organizations, and offers individual and couples consulting via Tele-mental health services.
Topic: Treating Individuals with Dignity and Kindness in Potential Romantic/Sexual Encounters When They Disclose Vulnerable Information to You
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Nikki Martinez discuss the following:
You note that “How and When to Tell a potential romantic/sexual partner” is a semi frequent topic that comes up in your work. Can you talk a little about that?
You noted that the percentage of people with some of the most common STDs, and WHICH STDs are currently the most prominent, might surprise listeners? Can you tell them what the current statistics are?
You discussed how far things have come in terms of access, privacy, and speed of results for individuals, while I know you are not promoting any services or brands, do you have any examples listeners could investigate?
You also note that while individuals must make decisions, they are comfortable with, they should make educated decisions, and that there are some sites, which we will include in the show notes, that you think do a really nice job of explaining things in a way that the reader can understand and answer most questions they could think of. What are some of the ones that come to mind?
When it comes to this topic, what would you like listeners to walk away remembering?
Dr. Nicole Martinez received her master’s and her Doctorate from the 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, with a specialization in the arts. Dr. Martinez has experience working with adolescents, children, 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 of Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy and various holistic approaches, with an emphasis on 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 work, but what did not work as well, so that the two of you can work together charting a new path and avoiding precious time lost 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 knows they are being heard and attended to, as well as positive treatment outcomes.
Areas of expertise: medical and health psychology, trauma, trauma-focused CBT, PTSD, depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, neurodivergent emerging considerations, LGBTQIA populations, bereavement, forensics, substance abuse, and misuse disorders, addictive issues and behaviors, couples work, MISA populations, co-occurring disorders, domestic violence issues, sex offenders, special needs populations, and chronic medical issues and rare diseases. Evaluation and assessment of the above-mentioned individuals, as well as review of previous assessments.
Website: https://www.drnikkimartinez.com
Article Archives: EverydayPower: https://everydaypower.com/author/nmmartinez Huffington Post: https://www.huffpost.com/author/nmmartinez1313-296
Social Media: Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/nikki-martinez Podbean: https://drnikkimartinez.podbean.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikkimaramartinez 
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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HSV 2: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/herpes-hsv1-and-hsv2/genital-herpes
Healthline Comparison of Various at home STI testing Kits/Sites: https://www.healthline.com/health/std/everlywell-std-test#fa-qs
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STDCheck: STDCheck.com
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CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/std/default.htm
Symptoms of Common STI’s/STD’s and Links to at home testing with Reviews: www.stdwatch.com/us/std-symptoms

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 
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