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WMH Season 2 Ep 15: Mental Health Policy: What to Expect in 2025

Trey Delap, Director at Group Six Partners, advocates for accessible healthcare, particularly in addiction recovery and mental health. His track record of success, ability to analyze complex issues, and develop effective solutions make him a valuable asset to achieving policy and political objectives in healthcare and mental health. Which is perfect timing because, in this episode of Watching Mental Health, we are talking about the fallout from the recent election, the upcoming 83rd NV Legislative Session, and what to expect in Nevada healthcare and mental health policy change. Tune in, it’s gonna be a great one!

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Katie Rose Waechter Katie Rose Waechter

WMH Season 2 Ep 14: Managing Mental Health During the Holidays

Let’s face it: the holidays can be hard. As much as we want the magic of the season to come alive, mental health challenges, stress, and life can get in the way of that. In this episode of Watching Mental Health, we are going to talk about managing mental health during the holidays. We’ll touch on triggers, tips, and talk about the elephant in the room: grief.

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Katie Rose Waechter Katie Rose Waechter

WMH Season 2 Ep 12: Mental Health Among Diverse Populations in Las Vegas

Dinisha Mingo is a Las Vegas native. She grew up with humble beginnings and has over 10 years of experience working hands-on in behavioral health with diverse populations. In 2016, she started Mingo Health Solutions and subsequently, founded Solutions of Change, a nonprofit providing free therapy and support services, in 2017. Dinisha enjoys building her team and serving the community. In 2021, she received the Woman of Distinction Award by NAWBO and was recognized as top 40 under 40 by Vegas Inc in 2022. Dinisha is a servant leader and believes in being the change you want to see in the world. On this episode of Watching Mental Health, we are going to talk more about therapy in diverse populations and how she is making a difference in the Las Vegas mental health space. Tune in to hear her powerful story. 💚

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Katie Rose Waechter Katie Rose Waechter

WMH Season 2, Ep 7: Changing The Narrative on Mental Health, Substance Abuse & Addiction

Exciting News! Jeff Johnston, the CEO of startup Brightn, Founder of The Living Undeterred Project, and host of The Living Undeterred Podcast, is joining us on this episode of Watching Mental Health Podcast!

Jeff's inspiring journey from struggling with alcoholism and compulsive gambling to becoming a mental health advocate and author is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. On this episode, we are going to talk about his inspiring journey, and we are going to talk about Changing The Narrative on Mental Health, Substance Abuse & Addiction.

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Katie Rose Waechter Katie Rose Waechter

WMH Season 2, Ep 6: Mindfulness for Personal and Professional Growth

Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or stuck in a rut? Want to boost your mood, productivity, and overall well-being?

Join me on this week’s episode as we dive into the power of mindfulness for personal and professional growth! We’ll explore

Why mindfulness works

How to helps both personal and professional growth

Mindfulness ideas you can start implementing today

Whether you’re looking to level up your career or simply find more calm in your daily life, mindfulness is an incredible tool to have in your mental health toolkit!

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Katie Rose Waechter Katie Rose Waechter

WMH Season 2, Ep 4: Chasing Happiness

Zahra Karsan is a CEO, an inspirational speaker, a success coach, and author of the best selling book, “6 Weeks to Happy; The Ultimate Roadmap to Retrain Your Brain for Better Health, Greater Abundance, And Long Lasting Happiness.” She knows what it’s like to chase happiness, and she developed the revolutionary R.E.W.I.R.E. System™, a groundbreaking methodology that retrains your brain for greater happiness, health, wealth, and success. Tune in as we talk about the importance of happiness from a personal perspective.

Don't miss this inspiring chat! 💚🌟

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Katie Rose Waechter Katie Rose Waechter

WMH Season 2, Ep 3: Balance, Harmony, and Finding Life after Grief

Join us as we dive into Watching Mental Health with Magdalena, a Feng Shui Specialist. She has an incredible journey in design, coaching, and empowering women. She also understands grief and the importance of mental health. With her passion for balance, harmony, and supporting others, this episode of Watching Mental Health gets personal.

Don't miss this inspiring chat! 💚🌟

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Katie Rose Waechter Katie Rose Waechter

WMH S2 Ep1: Mental Health and Peer Support in the Community

I'm excited to announce that the incredible Ashley Floyd will be joining us for the premiere episode of Season 2 on "Watching Mental Health" podcast! 🎙️

Her dedication to mental health and work with NAMI Southern Nevada is nothing short of inspirational.

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Katie Rose Waechter Katie Rose Waechter

WMH 14: An Innovative Approach to Mental Health

Get ready for an inspiring episode! This week, the Watching Mental Health podcast features Bianca D. McCall! With 25 years in Behavioral Health and 12 years as a Healthcare CEO, she's the brilliant mind behind the Reach-In Now platform. Don't miss her inspiring thoughts on mental health, crisis interventions, and technology integration.

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Katie Rose Waechter Katie Rose Waechter

WMH 13: Addiction, Recovery, Homelessness, and Human Up

Today will be a very exciting episode on the Watching Mental Health podcast! Dave Marlon is the CEO of Vegas Stronger, a nonprofit working towards ending homelessness in Las Vegas by addressing critical issues like substance abuse, mental health, and health problems. With his personal experience in overcoming addiction and years of expertise in the field, Dave will be talking about addiction, recovery, homelessness, and what it means to Human Up.

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Katie Rose Waechter Katie Rose Waechter

Watching Mental Health Special Episode | Katie Waechter

Did you know that more and more people are making mental health a priority in their New Year’s resolutions? It’s true! With the ongoing mental health crisis, it’s no surprise that self-care and breaking down stigmas around mental health have become top priorities.

On this special episode of Watching Mental Health, we dive into this topic with our host, Katie Waechter. From legislative expectations to pop culture trends, we cover it all. It’s not just about having these conversations, but taking action to make a difference.

Join us as we break down the importance of mental health in 2024 and beyond. Let’s work together to create a world where mental health is prioritized and stigmas are a thing of the past!

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Katie Rose Waechter Katie Rose Waechter

Watching Mental Health Special Episode | Danny Ballard

On a very special episode of #WatchingMentalHealth, we're diving deep into a powerful and raw conversation about mental health that you won't want to miss! 🧠💬

I had the privilege of sitting down with Danny Ballard @dorkknightlv, who bravely shares his personal journey with mental health struggles from a young age.

💚💙 Mental health matters, and so does your story. Tune in, subscribe, and let's create a space where everyone feels heard and supported. 💪🌟

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