Bright Minds, Brighter Days. A Pawnee Mental Health Podcast of Hope!

Dave Lewis
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At Pawnee Mental Health, we are committed to enhancing the well-being of individuals and families in our community through a holistic approach to behavioral health and recovery services. Our mission is to provide compassionate, person-centered care that fosters healing, empowerment, and resilience.  Our Podcast, "Bright Minds, Brighter Days," will include a number of topics in the mental health world, and will feature Pawnee staff to help you understand the challenges, treatment and solutions we are working on. Pawnee.org #pawnee #mentalhealthkansas

Episodes

  1. May 22

    Why the Hesitation Around Mental Health Meds?

    Whether medication is prescribed for mental or physical ailments, why do we experience hesitancy around taking medication? For many, medication for chronic illness can feel overwhelming including finding the right medication and the long-term commitment. We invited physician assistants Cshandar Lamb and Dan Krause to discuss what starting medication looks like, the management after, and other treatment options.  Have questions, thoughts, or stories you want to share? We would love to hear from you! Shoot us an email at brightminds@pawnee.org Your mental health matters. While this podcast is meant to foster connection, understanding, and hope, we know that some conversations may bring up difficult or emotional moments. If you need support, help is available and you don’t have to navigate it alone. If you or someone you know is in crisis or experiencing emotional distress, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential support is available at any time. To learn more about Pawnee Mental Health, visit us at https://www.pawnee.org

    39 min

  2. May 7

    Is Your Tank Running on Empty?

    In a world focused on trending self-care, making time for that care can feel overwhelming and hard to know where to start. We are opening up May is Mental Health month talking about self-care, exploring the impact of grounding and sleep in your routines. We open with guest Terra Upham, Pawnee Mental Health’s Therapy Services Director, to talk about the importance of sleep and the routines you build around sleep. Vanessa Hager, Studio Manager & Instructor at Little Apple Pilates, joins in the conversation talking about yoga practices that you can take with you every day.  Have questions, thoughts, or stories you want to share? We would love to hear from you! Shoot us an email at brightminds@pawnee.org Your mental health matters. While this podcast is meant to foster connection, understanding, and hope, we know that some conversations may bring up difficult or emotional moments. If you need support, help is available and you don’t have to navigate it alone. If you or someone you know is in crisis or experiencing emotional distress, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential support is available at any time. To learn more about Pawnee Mental Health, visit us at https://www.pawnee.org

    31 min

  3. Apr 21

    What Does Routine Mean for Kids?

    With Summer just around the corner, what does routine mean for kids? Today we are taking a look at the importance of Summer routines for children, focusing not only around the transition back into school but how these routines impact long term. We sought insight from Shannon Gilds, the Director of Programs for Boys & Girls Club of Manhattan. Together we explore not only the offerings of Boys & Girls Club, but also the reasoning behind their programming and what you can implement it at home.  Have questions, thoughts, or stories you want to share? We would love to hear from you! Shoot us an email at brightminds@pawnee.org Your mental health matters. While this podcast is meant to foster connection, understanding, and hope, we know that some conversations may bring up difficult or emotional moments. If you need support, help is available and you don’t have to navigate it alone. If you or someone you know is in crisis or experiencing emotional distress, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential support is available at any time. To learn more about Pawnee Mental Health, visit us at https://www.pawnee.org

    18 min

  4. Apr 5

    Why Do Children Need Community?

    When it comes to raising a family, people tell you it takes a village. Within this episode we are going to explore the importance of that community for children. Kaydee Tran, Match Support Advisor of Big Brothers Big Sisters, and Michelle Sink, Area Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters, help us understand what that village means to kids and how it impacts them. They talk us through how Big Brothers Big Sisters is not only built for children, but also sets their mentors up for success. Have questions, thoughts, or stories you want to share? We would love to hear from you! Shoot us an email at brightminds@pawnee.org Your mental health matters. While this podcast is meant to foster connection, understanding, and hope, we know that some conversations may bring up difficult or emotional moments. If you need support, help is available and you don’t have to navigate it alone. If you or someone you know is in crisis or experiencing emotional distress, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential support is available at any time. To learn more about Pawnee Mental Health, visit us at https://www.pawnee.org

    18 min

  5. Mar 23

    What is the Reality of Recovery?

    Substance use and addiction are more than what you expect, and so is the path to recovery.  In this episode we are exploring what addiction means and what recovery looks like behind the scenes. Eric Martin, Pawnee Mental Health’s Recovery Services Manager, helps us navigate this conversation by expanding expectations and showing us the reality of recovery. We will touch on topics such as relapse, the impact of your community, and getting to the root of addiction. Have questions, thoughts, or stories you want to share? We would love to hear from you! Shoot us an email at brightminds@pawnee.org Your mental health matters. While this podcast is meant to foster connection, understanding, and hope, we know that some conversations may bring up difficult or emotional moments. If you need support, help is available and you don’t have to navigate it alone. If you or someone you know is in crisis or experiencing emotional distress, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential support is available at any time. To learn more about Pawnee Mental Health, visit us at https://www.pawnee.org

    25 min

  6. Mar 5

    Is It Mental or Is it Physical?

    When mental health symptoms present physically, how do you get the right treatment? Family Nurse Practitioners Karen Culbertson and Josh Schell join us this episode to help us navigate the wonders of how your mental and physical health connect. We will explore common connections, mental health symptoms felt physically, and even when the physical becomes mental. Have questions, thoughts, or stories you want to share? We would love to hear from you! Shoot us an email at brightminds@pawnee.org Your mental health matters. While this podcast is meant to foster connection, understanding, and hope, we know that some conversations may bring up difficult or emotional moments. If you need support, help is available and you do not have to navigate it alone. If you or someone you know is in crisis or experiencing emotional distress, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential support is available at any time. To learn more about Pawnee Mental Health, visit us at https://www.pawnee.org

    17 min

  7. Feb 16

    What is a Mental Health Crisis?

    Crisis does not have a universal definition, what crisis means to each person is unique. We are exploring the crisis we see in daily life and how crisis falls outside of stereotypical expectations. The episode’s special guest is Corey Hunter, Pawnee Mental Health’s Crisis Operations Manager. Corey manages crisis, both in the field and behind the doors of Pawnee’s Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU). He will help us navigate what crisis means, breaking the stigma, and how those in crisis can receive care and support. Have questions, thoughts, or stories you want to share? We would love to hear from you! Shoot us an email at brightminds@pawnee.org Your mental health matters. While this podcast is meant to foster connection, understanding, and hope, we know that some conversations may bring up difficult or emotional moments. If you need support, help is available and you do not have to navigate it alone. If you or someone you know is in crisis or experiencing emotional distress, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential support is available at any time. To learn more about Pawnee Mental Health, visit us at https://www.pawnee.org

    28 min

  8. Feb 10

    Introducing The Hosts!

    Before we explore all things mental health, let’s start at the beginning. Meet Michelle & Jon, co-hosts of Bright Minds, Brighter Days—Pawnee Mental Health's Podcast of Hope. Listen to learn more about their history with Pawnee Mental Health, what keeps them motivated to care for their communities, and their journeys with mental health. Have questions, thoughts, or stories you want to share? We would love to hear from you! Shoot us an email at brightminds@pawnee.org Your mental health matters. While this podcast is meant to foster connection, understanding, and hope, we know that some conversations may bring up difficult or emotional moments. If you need support, help is available and you don’t have to navigate it alone. If you or someone you know is in crisis or experiencing emotional distress, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential support is available at any time. To learn more about Pawnee Mental Health, visit us at https://www.pawnee.org

    13 min

  9. Feb 2

    The Trailer!

    Bright Minds, Brighter Days. A Pawnee Mental Health Podcast of Hope!

    1 min
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At Pawnee Mental Health, we are committed to enhancing the well-being of individuals and families in our community through a holistic approach to behavioral health and recovery services. Our mission is to provide compassionate, person-centered care that fosters healing, empowerment, and resilience.  Our Podcast, "Bright Minds, Brighter Days," will include a number of topics in the mental health world, and will feature Pawnee staff to help you understand the challenges, treatment and solutions we are working on. Pawnee.org #pawnee #mentalhealthkansas

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