Ultimate Potential: A Mental Health Podcast

Telos
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Tony Mosier and Craig LaMont, founders of Telos Academy and licensed family therapists, discuss with various experts the mental health community especially as it pertains to the youth of our society.

  1. Meaningful Lives, Better Outcomes: A Utah Senator's Fight for Mental Health Reform

    Jun 1

    Meaningful Lives, Better Outcomes: A Utah Senator's Fight for Mental Health Reform

    In this episode of Ultimate Potential, a mental health podcast, hosts Tony and Craig sit down with Utah State Senator Mike McKell to discuss youth mental health, congregate care reform, and the growing impact of social media on teen well-being. A 14-year veteran of the Utah State Legislature and practicing attorney, Senator McKell has become one of Utah's most prominent mental health advocates, championing legislation to regulate social media, strengthen oversight of residential youth treatment programs, and protect vulnerable teens in congregate care facilities. In this conversation, McKell shares what parents should look for, and watch out for, when choosing a youth treatment program, why private equity ownership in mental health facilities raises red flags, and how weak education structures can signal a troubled program. He also opens up about his concerns around AI, social isolation, and a society increasingly disconnected from meaningful community, and what he believes is at the root of America's mental health crisis. Whether you're a parent researching residential treatment options, a mental health professional, or simply someone passionate about youth advocacy and mental health policy, this episode offers powerful insights from one of Utah's most influential voices in mental health legislation. CONTACT Senator Mike McKell Email: mmckell@le.utah.gov Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mike.mckell/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SenatorMikeMcKell/ Link in our bio or listen on these other platforms YouTube: @officialtelos564 Apple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/tDGSJ #TelosPodcast #TelosU #TelosAcademy #UltimatePotential #FaithAndHealing #SpiritualRecovery #YouthMentalHealth #MeaningAndPurpose #TherapyAndFaith #RecoveryJourney #MentalHealthAwareness #SpiritualWellbeing #HealingThroughFaith #UltimatePotentialPodcast #MentalHealthMatters #YouthMentalHealth #CongregateCare #SocialMediaAndTeens #MentalHealthAdvocacy #UtahPolitics #MikeMcKell

    35 min
  2. 168 Hours of Faith: Rethinking Spiritual Life in Recovery with Rabbi Benny Zippel

    May 4

    168 Hours of Faith: Rethinking Spiritual Life in Recovery with Rabbi Benny Zippel

    This episode explores the idea that spirituality isn’t something confined to a single hour of worship or a weekly routine, but a lived, continuous presence woven through every part of life. In the context of mental health and recovery, the conversation challenges the notion that faith is separate from treatment or only relevant in religious settings. Instead, it reframes spirituality as an ongoing framework for meaning, identity, and resilience, something that can guide decisions, relationships, and coping in real time. Through stories from youth in treatment and the role of faith leaders working alongside clinical care, the episode highlights how integrating spiritual grounding into all 168 hours of the week can become a powerful stabilizing force in healing and personal transformation. CONTACT Rabbi Benny Zippel, Chabad Lubavitch of Utah Email: rabbi@jewishutah.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rabbi_benny_zippel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rabbi.zippel Project Heart https://www.jewishutah.com/templates/section_cdo/aid/1784572/jewish/Project-HEART.htmLink in our bio or listen on these other platforms Apple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/tDGSJYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@officialtelos564 #TelosU #TelosAcademy #UltimatePotential #MentalHealthMatters #FaithAndHealing #SpiritualRecovery #YouthMentalHealth #MeaningAndPurpose #TherapyAndFaith #RecoveryJourney #MentalHealthAwareness #JewishUtah #SpiritualWellbeing #HealingThroughFaith #RabbiBennyZippel

    32 min
  3. The Gift Inside Grief: A Discussion on Loss, Meaning, and Healing with Desmond Lomax

    Apr 6

    The Gift Inside Grief: A Discussion on Loss, Meaning, and Healing with Desmond Lomax

    In this episode of the Ultimate Potential Podcast, we interview Desmond Lomax, a clinical mental health counselor, leadership consultant, and former corrections professional with over 20 years of experience in law enforcement, mental health, and organizational leadership. In this powerful conversation, Desmond shares expert insights on resilience, leadership development, mindset transformation, and conflict resolution—shaped not only by his professional background but also by the deeply personal experience of losing a child to suicide. His perspective offers a compelling look at overcoming adversity, building emotional strength, and developing an outward mindset that improves relationships, accountability, and decision-making. Whether you’re a leader, parent, or professional seeking personal growth, this episode delivers practical strategies for navigating stress, fostering connection, and reaching your ultimate potential. Follow Desmond on social media Instagram - TBD Facebook - TBD LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/desmond-lomax-cmhc-cpm-1837a439/ Link in our bio or listen on these other platforms YouTube: @officialtelos564 Apple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/tDGSJSpotify: https://shorturl.at/GfKWp #TelosPodcast #TelosU #TelosAcademy #UltimatePotential #LeadershipDevelopment #MentalHealthAwareness #Resilience #PersonalGrowth #MindsetShift #EmotionalIntelligence #ConflictResolution #OvercomingAdversity #SuicideAwareness

    36 min
  4. Barry Fell, LCSW | Therapy: A Life-changer, A Lifestyle, Or a Waste of Time

    Mar 2

    Barry Fell, LCSW | Therapy: A Life-changer, A Lifestyle, Or a Waste of Time

    In this episode, we sit down with Barry Fell, author of Therapy: A Life-changer, A Lifestyle, Or a Waste of Time, to unpack one of the biggest questions in modern mental health: does therapy truly transform lives, or has it quietly become just another routine? Barry shares insights from his clinical experience and research, challenging common assumptions about what therapy is supposed to accomplish and who it’s really for. We explore when therapy can be a powerful catalyst for growth, when it risks becoming stagnant, and how individuals can approach the process with intention to get real results. Whether you’re therapy-curious, currently in counseling, or skeptical about the whole idea, this conversation offers a balanced, thought-provoking look at how to unlock genuine progress instead of just going through the motions.Follow Barry on social mediaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/fell.barry/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/barryfell.11Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-fell-034183bb/Buy the Book: https://www.amazon.com/Therapy-Life-changer-Lifestyle-Waste-Time-ebook/dp/B0FHC3Q9STLink in our bio or listen on these other platformsYouTube: @officialtelos564 Apple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/tDGSJSpotify: https://shorturl.at/GfKWp #TelosPodcast #TelosU #TelosAcademy #UltimatePotential #MentalHealthPodcast# TherapyTalk #BarryFell #LifeChanger#PersonalGrowth #SelfImprovement #EmotionalWellness#MentalHealthMatters #PsychologyConversations

    44 min
  5. Into the Field, Into Themselves: The Life-Changing Impact of Wilderness Therapy

    Feb 2

    Into the Field, Into Themselves: The Life-Changing Impact of Wilderness Therapy

    Welcome back mental health enthusiasts. In this episode of the Telos.org podcast, we sit down with Dr. Will White, founder of Stories from the Field, to explore the powerful connection between mental health and outdoor therapy. With more than 30 years of experience in wilderness therapy and experiential mental health treatment, Will shares firsthand stories from the field that highlight how nature-based interventions help adolescents and young adults build resilience, emotional regulation, and personal responsibility. The conversation examines the evolution of wilderness therapy programs, the science and outcomes behind outdoor mental health care, and why experiential approaches remain some of the most effective tools for treating anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges. This episode is a must-listen for parents, therapists, educators, and anyone interested in the future of adolescent mental health treatment.Follow Will on social mediaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/storiesfromthefieldpodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063534825310Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/19rViPH7K7VE1YKAkRmNF0?si=335937200d42449cApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stories-from-the-field-mental-health-and-the-outdoors/id1769441080Visit his website and podcastWebsite - https://storiesfromthefield.comPodcast - https://storiesfromthefield.com/the-episodesLink in our bio or listen on these other platformsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@officialtelos564/videos Apple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/tDGSJSpotify: https://shorturl.at/GfKWp #TelosPodcast #WildernessTherapy #OutdoorMentalHealth #ExperientialTherapy#AdolescentMentalHealth #MentalHealthInNature #StoriesFromTheField #TherapeuticOutdoors #NatureBasedTherapy #TelosU #TelosAcademy #UltimatePotential

    40 min

  6. Jan 5

    Letting Go So They Can Grow: A Conversation on Healing Young Adults

    Welcome back mental health enthusiasts. Today we’re joined by Joanna Lilley, a nationally certified counselor, writer, speaker, and founder of Lilley Consulting, a therapeutic consulting practice dedicated to helping emerging adults and their families navigate the often messy transitions of young adulthood. Joanna’s work focuses on supporting young adults — typically ages 18 to 29 — through key life moments like launching into college, taking gap years, coping with mental health and substance challenges, or finding purpose after “unraveling” from traditional expectations. She is also the creator and host of the acclaimed podcast Success is Subjective, where she explores real stories and expert conversations about how life in young adulthood is not linear — and how resilience, perspective, and self-defined success matter more than any prescribed timeline. In today’s conversation, we’ll dive into her unique insights on mental health, the myths of “normal” life paths, and how families and young adults can find strength and direction when life doesn’t go according to plan. Follow Joanna on social media Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lilleyconsulting/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LilleyConsultingLLC/ Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanna-lilley-ma-ncc-12546566/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@LilleyConsulting/featured Visit her website and podcast Website - https://lilleyconsulting.com/ Podcast - https://www.successissubjective.org/ Link in our bio or listen on these other platforms Apple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/tDGSJ Spotify: https://shorturl.at/GfKWp #mentalhealth #thetelosway #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #ultimatepotential #support #JoannaLilley #LilleyConsulting #SuccessIsSubjective

    40 min
  7. The Parallel Process: Growing Alongside Your Adolescent or Young Adult Child in Treatment

    12/01/2025

    The Parallel Process: Growing Alongside Your Adolescent or Young Adult Child in Treatment

    Welcome to today’s episode, where we’re honored to be joined by Krissy Pozatek, a leading voice in adolescent treatment and wilderness therapy. With over fifteen years of experience in the field and a graduate degree in clinical social work from both the Smith College School for Social Work and N.M. Highlands University, Krissy brings a depth of insight that is both compassionate and practical.In this conversation, Krissy dives into her philosophy of empowering youth and young adults to solve their own problems—an approach that fosters resilience, emotional maturity, and authentic growth. Through her work, she helps young people step into their own strength, make meaningful choices, and navigate the challenges of life with greater confidence.Whether you’re a parent, educator, mental health professional, or simply someone interested in the transformative power of therapeutic work, this episode offers wisdom you won’t want to missFollow Krissy on Social MediaInstagram https://www.instagram.com/theparallelprocess/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/parallelprocessGet her book(s) todayhttps://www.parallel-process.com/shop-booksVisit her websitehttps://www.parallel-process.comLink in our bio or listen on these other platformsApple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/tDGSJYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@officialtelos564 #mentalhealth #thetelosway #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #ultimatepotential #support #KrissyPozatek #TheParellelProcess

    48 min
  8. The Wounds That Teach: Turning Pain into Purpose

    11/03/2025

    The Wounds That Teach: Turning Pain into Purpose

    Welcome to the Telos Ultimate Potential podcast, where we explore the heart of healing, growth, and the human experience. In today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Karl Jensen, a true legend here at Telos, who has dedicated the last 20 years to helping young people find hope and stability on their mental health journeys. Karl shares his own powerful story of trauma and healing—and how those experiences have shaped his deep compassion and understanding for the students he serves. Together, we’ll explore how Telos’ trauma-informed care approach recognizes that every individual carries their own version of trauma—whether big or small—and how acknowledging that truth changes the way we connect, support, and heal. Join us for an authentic and heartfelt conversation with one of Telos’ most beloved recreational therapists and mentors, as Karl helps us see that healing doesn’t start with fixing—it begins with understanding. Link in our bio or.... LISTEN ON THESE OTHER PLATFORMS: YouTube Apple Podcasts

    50 min
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Tony Mosier and Craig LaMont, founders of Telos Academy and licensed family therapists, discuss with various experts the mental health community especially as it pertains to the youth of our society.

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