Holistic Inner Balance: Natural Mental Health Podcast

Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA

Merging modern science with ancient wisdom, this podcast is your go-to resource for natural mental health and wellness strategies to become the expert of your own emotional and physical wellbeing. With Dr. Nicole Cain’s expertise in clinical psychology and natural mental health, and cohost, Hadlee Garrison, MPH of Happy Healthy Hadlee’s, zone of genius in Ayurveda and building healthy habits, they offer a unique take on mental health with every episode. The heart of this podcast is to teach you how to be your own natural mental health expert (although there may be dabbling in other topics as well), to uncover, discover and come back to your truest self. You can expect these conversations to be filled with fun and laughter, while shedding light on the amazing wisdom at our fingertips. ⁠

  1. 3D AGO

    163. Breaking the Circuit: A Holistic Blueprint for Resilience and Joy with Dr. Samantha Harte

    Today, we're diving into how to navigate your darkest moments and emerge from grief, trauma, and pain into a future filled with hope, resilience, and joy. Dr. Samantha Blake Harte is a physical therapist, choreographer, speaker, podcast host, author, and retreat leader dedicated to helping others find their way through life’s toughest challenges. In her book, “Breaking The Circuit: How To Rewire Your Mind for Hope, Resilience and Joy in the Face of Trauma,” Dr. Harte shares her deeply personal journey—including her mother’s mental illness and her own struggles with betrayal, loss, and addiction—and offers a transformative blueprint for overcoming adversity and reclaiming joy. Note: Trigger warning sensitive content discussed in this episode https://drsamanthaharte.com/ Additional Resources: 🤔 QUIZ: What Type of Anxiety Do You Deal With? 👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health with this dosha quiz 💡Join Dr. Nicole's membership: The Holistic Wellness Collective 👉Learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals 👉 Order Supplements Here  📖 Buy the book: PANIC PROOF: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever   💻 Check out the available online courses: Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper   💕 Stay connected with us: Dr. Nicole on Instagram Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram   Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic. Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.   Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

    51 min
  2. FEB 10

    162. Exploring Psychobabble and Narcissistic Traits with Joe Nucci

    Joe Nucci is an expert in breaking down how people talk about mental health. He’s a psychotherapist who corrects widely misused terms, adds valuable nuance and explains complex ideas in ways anyone can understand. Joe reached over 10 million people in his first 6 months of posting content. His upcoming book "Psychobabble" explores why mental health information is so confusing to navigate and how to more easily understand different perspectives about mental health. Psychobabble Viral Mental Health Myths & the Truths to Set You Free By Joe Nucci, LPC https://www.harpercollins.com/products/psychobabble-joe-nucci-lpc?variant=43731707461666 Find more about him: https://www.instagram.com/joenuccitherapy/ https://joenuccitherapy.com/ Additional Resources: 🤔 QUIZ: What Type of Anxiety Do You Deal With? 👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health with this dosha quiz 💡Join Dr. Nicole's membership: The Holistic Wellness Collective 👉Learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals 👉 Order Supplements Here  📖 Buy the book: PANIC PROOF: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever   💻 Check out the available online courses: Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper   💕 Stay connected with us: Dr. Nicole on Instagram Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram   Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic. Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.   Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

    56 min
  3. JAN 26

    161. Understanding Hormone Imbalances and Emotional Eating with Amber Romaniuk

    What do ghrelin, cortisol, insulin, and female sex hormones all have in common? In this episode, you’ll discover the fascinating relationship between your emotions, hormones, and eating patterns—and how understanding this connection can open the door to true healing and freedom. Amber Romaniuk is an Emotional Eating, Digestive and Hormone Expert, with 12 years experience helping high achieving women create a level of body confidence, intuition and optimal health through powerful mindset healing, self-care and overcoming self-sabotage with food. Having personally overcome a long battle with emotional eating—including gaining and losing over 1,000 pounds, spending more than $50,000 on binge foods, and dedicating five years to restoring her hormones and digestion—Amber has intimately dismantled the limiting beliefs and patterns that once kept her stuck. Today, she empowers others to experience life-changing breakthroughs and achieve what she calls “Body Freedom™”—the confidence, health, and vitality to create amazing lives. Follow her socials: https://amberapproved.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/amberromaniuk   Additional Resources: 🤔 QUIZ: What Type of Anxiety Do You Deal With? 👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health with this dosha quiz 💡Join Dr. Nicole's membership: The Holistic Wellness Collective 👉Learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals 👉 Order Supplements Here  📖 Buy the book: PANIC PROOF: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever   💻 Check out the available online courses: Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper   💕 Stay connected with us: Dr. Nicole on Instagram Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram   Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic. Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.   Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

    53 min
  4. JAN 13

    160. Lithium Micronutrients and the Evolution of Mental Health Care with Dr. James Greenblatt

    Dr. James Greenblatt, MD, is more than a dual board-certified psychiatrist; he is a pioneer of hope and a tireless advocate for the integration of soul and science. For over 30 years, Dr. Greenblatt has looked beyond the traditional "checklist" of symptoms to uncover the vibrant, biochemical story beneath. As the leading global expert on the clinical application of low-dose lithium and a pioneer in functional psychiatry, he has dedicated his career to a singular, transformative mission: healing the root cause so the spirit can flourish. From his academic roots at Johns Hopkins and George Washington University to his current faculty roles at Tufts and Dartmouth, Dr. Greenblatt bridges the gap between clinical excellence and compassionate, precision-based care. Through his educational platform, Psychiatry Redefined, he is shifting the global landscape of mental health—empowering a new generation of clinicians to treat the whole person rather than just the diagnosis. A prolific voice in the holistic movement, Dr. Greenblatt has authored nine life-changing books, including the bestsellers Finally Focused and Nutritional Lithium. His work invites us to reimagine what is possible for our mental well-being, moving away from temporary fixes toward a state of true, sustainable inner balance. Whether through his writing or his upcoming 2026 release, Finally Hopeful, Dr. Greenblatt continues to light the path for those seeking to reclaim their health, their clarity, and their lives. 🌿 Follow his socials: https://www.jamesgreenblattmd.com/ https://www.instagram.com/psychiatry_redefined/ Additional Resources: 🤔 QUIZ: What Type of Anxiety Do You Deal With? 👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health with this dosha quiz 💡Join Dr. Nicole's membership: The Holistic Wellness Collective 👉Learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals 👉 Order Supplements Here  📖 Buy the book: PANIC PROOF: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever   💻 Check out the available online courses: Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper   💕 Stay connected with us: Dr. Nicole on Instagram Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram   Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic. Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.   Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

    1 hr
  5. 12/02/2025

    159. Reconnect with Your Embodied Sense of Self with Beatriz (Bea) Victoria

    This episode with Beatriz Victoria Albina, NP MPH SEP, author of End Emotional Outsourcing, comes at a pivotal time in our culture’s search for real self-worth and belonging. So many people today struggle with perfectionism, codependency, and people-pleasing, often because of pressures from work, social media, and our fast-paced world. Dr. Nicole, Hadlee, and Beatriz talk honestly about why these habits actually helped us cope and get by, how they’re shaped by our nervous system and culture, and share simple ways to build real self-worth and stronger, healthier connections. We are launching this episode right around the holidays because this is a time when social pressure grows and many people experience emotional triggers or old patterns resurfacing. The end of the year can make feelings of loneliness, stress, or wanting to fit in feel stronger, especially with all the seasonal gatherings and expectations. This message, airing now, gives listeners tools and encouragement to reclaim agency and inner authority so they can face the holidays with more confidence and healthier boundaries. It arrives just when support and practical strategies are needed most. Check out her new book: End Emotional Outsourcing: How to Overcome Your Codependent, Perfectionist, and People-Pleasing Habits Follow her on social media:  https://www.instagram.com/beatrizvictoriaalbinanp https://www.youtube.com/@beavictoriaalbina   Additional Resources: 🤔 QUIZ: What Type of Anxiety Do You Deal With? 👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health with this dosha quiz 💡Join Dr. Nicole's membership: The Holistic Wellness Collective 👉Learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals 👉 Order Supplements Here  📖 Buy the book: PANIC PROOF: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever   💻 Check out the available online courses: Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper   💕 Stay connected with us: Dr. Nicole on Instagram Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram   Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic. Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.   Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

    46 min
  6. 11/18/2025

    158. How to be Emotionally Healthy with Dr. Karthik Ramanan

    Join Dr. Nicole and Hadlee as we sit down with Dr. K to explore what emotional health *really* means. He breaks down his simple yet powerful Five Pillars of Emotional Health-- and get ready-- these are going to be your next favorite tool for feeling calm, strong, happy and resilient! Today, ALL VIBES ARE WELCOME. Forget the pressure to "be happy" all the time- Dr. K shows us that the real goal is cultivating a sense of wonder and presence. This episode offers a fresh, grounded perspective and hands you the everyday strategies to gently bring your emotional life back into alignment. Dr. Karthik Ramanan is a licensed naturopathic physician, emotional health mentor, and passionate advocate for stress resilience. Known as The Emotional Health Mentor, he specializes in helping high-achieving professionals break free from stress, self-doubt, and burnout so they can live with purpose and confidence. With a background in engineering and business, Dr. Ramanan blends science, strategy, and compassion to guide individuals toward emotional freedom and lasting well-being. He is also a speaker and host of the “Rise Up with Dr. Ramanan” podcast, where he shares tools and inspiration for living an empowered life. Follow him on social media: https://www.drkarthikramanan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dr.karthikramanan/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/dr.karthikramanan/ Additional Resources: 🤔 QUIZ: What Type of Anxiety Do You Deal With? 👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health with this dosha quiz 💡Join Dr. Nicole's membership: The Holistic Wellness Collective 👉Learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals 👉 Order Supplements Here  📖 Buy the book: PANIC PROOF: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever   💻 Check out the available online courses: Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper   💕 Stay connected with us: Dr. Nicole on Instagram Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram   Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic. Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.   Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

    51 min
  7. 11/04/2025

    157. Is Your Airway Making You Anxious? Insights from Dr. Ingo Mahn

    Dr. Ingo Mahn is a leading expert in biological dentistry and a passionate advocate for integrative health. With over 30 years of experience, he has dedicated his career to helping patients achieve optimal wellness by addressing the critical connection between oral health and overall health. As the founder of Natural Dental Partners in Arizona, Dr. Mahn combines advanced dental techniques with holistic, biocompatible approaches. He is also an educator and speaker, committed to empowering patients and practitioners alike with knowledge about safer, more effective dental care. Follow him on social media: https://www.instagram.com/dringomahn/ Additional Resources: 🤔 QUIZ: What Type of Anxiety Do You Deal With? 👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health with this dosha quiz 💡Join Dr. Nicole's membership: The Holistic Wellness Collective 👉Learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals 👉 Order Supplements Here  📖 Buy the book: PANIC PROOF: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever   💻 Check out the available online courses: Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper   💕 Stay connected with us: Dr. Nicole on Instagram Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram   Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic. Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.   Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

    49 min
  8. 10/21/2025

    156. Fueling the Future: ESS60, Mitochondria & Mission Longevity with Chris Burres

    Chris Burres is a published author of Live Longer and Better, Host of the Live Beyond the Norms, Podcast and patent holder with a surprising twist – he’s not just a visionary scientist but also a master of comedy improv. Chris Burres is the founder and chief scientist at MyVitalC, where he manufactures a Nobel Prize winning molecule responsible for the single longest longevity experimental result in history, a full 90% extension of life.  He is the intersection where science meets laughter, and his life’s mission is to help people live longer, healthier, happier, pain-free lives with science. Follow Chris on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/myvitalc https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc https://www.youtube.com/@MyVitalC/videos Additional Resources: 🤔 QUIZ: What Type of Anxiety Do You Deal With? 👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health with this dosha quiz 💡Join Dr. Nicole's membership: The Holistic Wellness Collective 👉Learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals 👉 Order Supplements Here  📖 Buy the book: PANIC PROOF: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever   💻 Check out the available online courses: Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper   💕 Stay connected with us: Dr. Nicole on Instagram Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram   Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic. Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.   Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

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Merging modern science with ancient wisdom, this podcast is your go-to resource for natural mental health and wellness strategies to become the expert of your own emotional and physical wellbeing. With Dr. Nicole Cain’s expertise in clinical psychology and natural mental health, and cohost, Hadlee Garrison, MPH of Happy Healthy Hadlee’s, zone of genius in Ayurveda and building healthy habits, they offer a unique take on mental health with every episode. The heart of this podcast is to teach you how to be your own natural mental health expert (although there may be dabbling in other topics as well), to uncover, discover and come back to your truest self. You can expect these conversations to be filled with fun and laughter, while shedding light on the amazing wisdom at our fingertips. ⁠

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