The Truth About Mental Health: What They Don’t Tell You

What if the very movement that promised to free us is now keeping us guarded, resentful, and disconnected from our deepest desires?

In this solo episode, I pull back the curtain on the shadow side of modern feminism, how it’s shifted from empowering women to perform independence, to subtly shaming softness, safety, and the desire to be held. I dive into my own journey with polarity, partnership, and nervous system healing, and why reclaiming the soft woman is the most radical rebellion of all.

We talk about healthy leadership in relationships, mutual growth (without th...

What if puberty wasn’t a crisis to manage, but a sacred initiation to honor?

In this deeply needed episode, I sit down with Dr. Tara Rawana, naturopathic doctor, youth educator, and co-founder of All About Mental Empowerment, to talk about what it really takes to raise emotionally grounded, confident daughters in today’s hyper-connected world.

We unpack the five stages of puberty, the impact of social media on body image, and the difference between just “educating” our daughters vs emotionally attuning to them. From shame-free sexuality talks to building trust and family connection, this episode...

What if the most radical healing of your life didn’t come in a white coat but in your own kitchen, your own soul, and your refusal to give up?

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Doris Kun, aka Detoxing Dori, who said no to conventional cancer treatment and yes to trusting her body. After a thyroid cancer diagnosis, Dori forged her own healing path through deep detox, emotional release, energetic healing, and fierce commitment to holistic wellness.

We dive into the limitations of the Western medical model, the metaphysical roots of illness, an...

What if your “mental health solution” quietly stole the very essence of who you are?

In this raw and riveting episode, I sit down with Amanda Burnett, a 30-year-old nurse turned activist, to talk about what happened after one panic attack led to a decade on Lexapro. From the initial relief to the soul-numbing side effects, Amanda shares the harrowing truth about SSRI withdrawal, the silence surrounding it, and the system that never taught her how to come off safely.

This isn’t anti-medication, it’s pro-informed consent. We talk about lifestyle shifts, the powe...

What if that tension in your friendship isn’t a sign it’s falling apart but an invitation to grow deeper?

In this intimate and hilariously real convo, I sit down with Caitlin Raymond, certified trainer, transformation queen, and deep-feeler in heavy-lifting skin, to unpack the messy, beautiful truth about friendship conflict, especially when business and boundaries collide.

We talk about the power of vulnerability, why avoidance kills connection, and how nervous system safety is the secret sauce to keeping your sisterhoods alive. From ayahuasca awakenings to voice note apologies, this episode is a raw expl...

What happens when the woman who holds everyone else together finally breaks?

In this deeply resonant episode, I sit down with Jen Wernicke, holistic nurse, nervous system expert, and founder of The Calm Mom Comeback, to talk about what happens when the caregiving system breaks you. Jen shares her raw story of leaving conventional nursing to save her own mental health, reclaim her body, and create a new legacy for her family.

We explore the crushing weight of silent survival mode, the trauma patterns no one talks about in...

What if the labels you were given weren’t life sentences, but the beginning of your breakthrough?

In this powerful and intimate conversation, I sit down with Jess Brown, writer, entrepreneur, and founder of Manifest Everyday, to unpack her 15-year journey through the mental health system, from misdiagnosis and inpatient care to radical self-healing and full liberation.

Jess gets real about the trauma that shaped her, the damage of being overmedicated and misunderstood, and the moment she said no more. We talk about what it takes to reclaim your mental health without meds, why trauma-informed ca...

What if the diagnosis was never the full story, just the start of your reclamation?

In this fiercely honest and hope-filled conversation, I sit down with Dr. Ashleigh Moreland, neurophysiologist, therapist, and founder of the Re-MIND Institute, to unravel the deeper layers of mental health: childhood trauma, shame, nervous system dysregulation, and the generational cycles we’re done repeating.

We talk about the difference between the brain and the mind, the subtle ways trauma shows up in parenting, and the high cost of staying the “good girl.” Dr. Ashleigh shares the science behind neuroplasticity and the em...

What if the real frontier of mental health isn’t in another pill, but in your own energy field?

In this paradigm-shifting conversation, I sit down with Dawson Church, best-selling author, research powerhouse, and founder of the Veterans Stress Solution, to explore how trauma impacts our biology, how healing actually happens, and why energy therapies like EFT and meditation are shaking the foundations of traditional psychology.

We dive into post-traumatic growth, the science of gene expression, and the deeply human need for compassion and personal responsibility in healing. Dawson brings decades of research, heart, and st...

What if the side effects they warned you about were just the tip of the iceberg?

In this bold and deeply personal conversation, I sit down with Brooke Siem, chef, "Chopped" champion, and author of the award-winning memoir May Cause Side Effects, to talk about what happens after 15 years on psychiatric medication... and what it takes to reclaim your life on the other side.

We get into the grit: the trauma of antidepressant withdrawal, the complexities of medicating kids, and the power of naming your rage instead of numbing it. Brooke shares how healing doesn’t...

What if the key to regulating your mood, calming anxiety, and healing your nervous system has been around for thousands of years—but most of us were never taught to trust it?

In this enlightening (and wildly refreshing) convo, I sit down with Dr. Tom Ingegno—Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine, clinic owner, educator, author, and certified no-BS truth teller. We dive into the powerful role acupuncture can play in treating mental health challenges, clearing inflammation, and restoring nervous system balance.

Dr. Tom brings over two decades of experience to bust through the stigma of “pseudo...

What if everything we’ve been told about helping teen girls is... missing the mark?

In this radically honest conversation, I sit down with Breanna Kulwin—a mental health transformation coach who’s helped over 1,000 girls and young women break free from the cycles of anxiety, depression, and self-doubt—to talk about what actually supports emotional healing in our daughters.

We go beyond the surface to unpack the unspoken pressure parents feel to medicate, the limitations of traditional therapy, and the deep need for community, emotional processing, and choice. This episode is a soul mirror for ever...

What if your pharmacist questioned the whole system—from inside it?
In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Dr. Lindsey Elmore, a pharmacist turned functional medicine practitioner, to talk about what really goes on behind the scenes of traditional healthcare—and why so many of us are waking up to holistic alternatives.

We dive deep into gut health, mental wellness, psychiatric meds, the ethics of pharma marketing, and how legislative changes are needed to truly empower patients. Lindsey brings her personal story, clinical insight, and fierce advocacy for better care into this honest, bold conversation.

What if your child’s symptoms weren’t just random—but clues from the body asking for support?

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Dr. Nina-Marie Rueda, a Naturopathic Doctor who specializes in women’s and children’s health, to talk about the holistic foundations of true healing.

We dive into everything from postpartum recovery to pediatric issues like eczema, ADHD, and autism—and how clean air, water, minerals, and the right nutrition can make a world of difference. Nina-Marie also shares how genetic testing and deeper root-cause work can empower pare...

What if understanding your personality could change your relationships—and your mental health?
In this heart-opening conversation, I sit down with Christa Hardin, MA—relationship expert, best-selling author, and host of the Enneagram & Marriage Podcast—to explore how the Enneagram can be a powerful tool for self-discovery and connection.

Christa breaks down the nine Enneagram types, sharing how each one impacts the way we love, grow, and navigate the world. From recognizing unhealthy patterns to unlocking potential for healing, this episode is full of “aha” moments for anyone craving deeper self-awareness and more meaningful relationships.

Whether...

What does healing really look like when you ditch the quick fixes and take your power back? In this soulful and honest episode, I sit down with Sofia Fiotaki, a holistic anxiety coach on a mission to help women overcome social anxiety from the inside out.

Together, we explore the contrast between life in Crete and Australia, and how culture, family dynamics, and environment shape our mental health. Sofia opens up about her own powerful healing journey—from battling anxiety, addiction, and disordered eating to discovering the power of yoga, mindfulness, and inner child wo...

What if your brain isn’t just remembering trauma but predicting it? In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Brian Tierney—somatic psychologist, neuroscience professor, and psychotherapist—dives deep into the science of healing. We explore the power of the cerebellum in trauma processing, the default mode network’s role in processing reality, and how bodywork and energy play a critical role in transformation.  

Dr. Brian shares his personal healing journey, the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in therapy, and how finding the right practitioner can make all the difference. Plus, we get an inside look at his upcom...

In this episode, I meet again with Jessica Parente, to go through a live brainspotting session where I show how vulnerable and powerful deep healing looks like. Jessica is an ANCC Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and trauma-informed coach.

We dive into:

🔹 How brainspotting helps process trauma stored in the subconscious

🔹 The connection between childhood wounds and adult relationships

🔹 Why physical symptoms like migraines can be linked to unresolved emotions

🔹 How healing doesn’t have to be scary—it can be gentle, supportive, and empowering

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Mental health is more than just managing symptoms, it’s about healing at the root. This week, I sit down with Jessica Parente, an ANCC Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Somatic Trauma-Informed Coach, and Level IV Brainspotting Practitioner. Jessica bridges the gap between Western medicine and holistic healing, combining low-dose medication with powerful modalities like Brainspotting, Polyvagal Theory, and Internal Family Systems Therapy to help clients achieve deeper, lasting transformation.

In this conversation, we dive into:
🎯 Why traditional psychiatry alone isn’t enough—and what’s missing from the system
🎯 Generational trauma & sensory gating—how past pain sh...

In a world where facts are nearly indistinguishable from fiction, how do you know what to believe? This week, I sit down with Jonathan Davis, a former U.S. Army Special Operations Civil Affairs Soldier and author of the Question Things book series, to expose how propaganda shapes our reality and how to break free from it.

We explore:
 🔎 Why fact-checkers, media, and even Wikipedia push agendas—and how to see through the noise
 🔎 Big Pharma’s influence on medicine and mental health—including the truth about ADHD meds and the narratives we’re sold
 🔎 How to avo...

In this solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the reality of the mental health system—how therapists are forced to work within a framework that often manages symptoms instead of truly healing people.

I dive into:
 💡 Why many trauma therapies fall short in fully integrating and neutralizing trauma
 💡 How insurance dictates treatment, making powerful healing modalities inaccessible
 💡 The problem with long-term therapy cycles—and why it’s not the client’s fault
 💡 The truth about mental health diagnoses—how they’re required for insurance but can be weaponized against you
 💡 Why therapists need to l...

In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Mary Wagstaff, a holistic alcohol coach who helps high-achieving women break free from alcohol, not through willpower or labels, but by reclaiming their intuition, nervous system regulation, and feminine power.

We dive deep into:
 ✨ The nervous system-alcohol connection – How alcohol mimics trauma’s effects and keeps women stuck in stress cycles.
 ✨ The feminine approach to healing – Why true wellness isn’t about control, but about restoring intuition, embodiment, and balance.
 ✨ Breaking free without shame – A revolutionary perspective on sobriety that isn’t about rules or rock bottom, but about expan...

In this enlightening episode, I’m joined by Dr. De’Nicea Hilton Harper, a Doctor of Oriental Medicine and Holistic Well-Being Consultant, to explore a whole new way of looking at health. We dive into how the body communicates what’s really going on beneath the surface—beyond just our thoughts—helping us understand ourselves on a deeper level.

Dr. De’Nicea also shares a powerful perspective on health as a journey rather than a destination, and we unpack the surprising ways that setting boundaries can sometimes work against what we truly desire. If you’re ready to shift how y...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Donna Marston, a Certified Recovery Support Worker and Family Recovery Advocate, to discuss her deeply personal journey as a mother of a son with a substance addiction. Donna shares the hard lessons she learned about "unhelpful helping" and how she had to heal her own mind and emotions before she could truly support her son’s recovery.

We also dive into how she now helps other parents navigate the pain, uncertainty, and challenges of having a child with addiction—and how to break the cycle for good. Plus, Donna open...

My name is Andrea Clark, and in this very first episode of The Truth About Mental Health I’m sharing my raw and unfiltered journey—from surviving childhood abuse to navigating a mental health system that prioritized medication over true healing. I became a licensed family therapist to help others, only to realize that the system I trusted was failing those who needed real solutions. So, I walked away—relinquishing my licenses but gaining my voice.

This podcast is my mission to uncover the truths that big pharma and the health industry don’t want you to hear. If...