Mental Health Unscripted

Iyana Anderson, LSW
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Whether you're just starting your mental health journey or finding it hard to continue, Mental Health Unscripted is your safe, non-judgmental space for whole-person mental health discussions. Hosted by Licensed Social Worker and CEO of Well Together, Iyana Anderson, each episode features experts from various fields, mental health professionals, wellness practitioners, and entrepreneurs sharing their insights, relatable stories, and practical tips to help you achieve mental wellness.

  1. Feeling Off? A Grounded Conversation About Energy Healing, Balance, and Coming Back to Yourself

    5D AGO

    Feeling Off? A Grounded Conversation About Energy Healing, Balance, and Coming Back to Yourself

    In this episode of Mental Health Unscripted, I'm joined by Shalina Joy, holistic spiritual advisor and energy healing practitioner, for a grounded and eye-opening conversation about energy, balance, and coming back home to yourself. We talk about what energy healing really means in everyday life, far beyond the misconceptions, and how disconnection often shows up as exhaustion, anxiety, irritability, or feeling "off" without knowing why. Shalina breaks this down in a way that feels practical, relatable, and deeply human, sharing how tuning into your body, breath, and awareness can help restore clarity and steadiness. Shalina also shares simple practices you can use right now to reconnect with yourself, the importance of listening to your inner signals, and why healing doesn't replace therapy or medical care, it can work alongside it. We also dive into her upcoming session at the Women in Wellness Summit, where she'll guide participants through understanding energetic balance and learning tools to stay grounded in a world that constantly pulls us in different directions. If you've been feeling scattered, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself, this conversation is an invitation to pause, breathe, and return to your center. Spots for the Women in Wellness Summit are limited. Don't wait, this is a room you want to be in. 🔗 Stay Connected Connect with Shalina Joy 🌐 Website: https://theangelhaven.com 📸 Instagram & TikTok: @theangelhaven 📘 Facebook: Angel Haven 44 Learn More & Join Us at the Summit 🌿 Summit Website (speakers, sessions, CEUs): https://wellnessinwellnesssummit.lovable.app/ 🎟️ Get Tickets (limited availability): https://www.tickettailor.com/events/welltogether/1944699 📸 Women in Wellness Summit Instagram: @womeninwellnesssummit Stay Connected with Well Together 🌐 Website: https://welltogether.us 📸 Instagram: @welltogetherllc

    22 min
  2. Pausing With Purpose: Trauma, Rest, and Learning to Pivot

    JAN 29

    Pausing With Purpose: Trauma, Rest, and Learning to Pivot

    In this episode of Mental Health Unscripted, I'm joined by Dr. Lawrencia Jenkins, licensed clinician, educator, and one of our upcoming Women in Wellness Summit speakers,for an honest and grounding conversation about rest, trauma, and what it really means to slow down in a world that rewards constant motion. We talk about why rest can feel uncomfortable for high-achieving women, how stillness can bring up anxiety rather than relief, and why pausing does not mean you're falling behind. Dr. Jenkins shares powerful insights on how our bodies hold stress, how hustle culture intersects with trauma, and what it looks like to create space for rest in ways that feel realistic, human, and sustainable. This conversation is an invitation to rethink the idea that rest must be earned, and to consider how slowing down can actually support healing, clarity, and long-term wellness. Dr. Lawrencia will be expanding on these themes during her session, "Rest & Pivot: The Power of Stillness for High-Achieving Women," at the Women in Wellness Summit, and this episode offers a meaningful preview of what participants can expect. If you've been feeling stretched thin, constantly "on," or unsure how to pause without guilt, this episode is for you. Stay Connected Connect with Dr. Lawrencia Jenkins Follow & learn more about her work through her professional platforms and private practice: @its_dr.lawrencia 🎟 Tickets are on sale now, and spots are limited for our 5th Annual Women in Wellness Summit. If this conversation resonates, I strongly encourage you to join us in person. 👉 Learn more about the Summit, speakers, sessions, and CEUs: https://wellnessinwellnesssummit.lovable.app/ 👉 Get your Summit ticket here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/welltogether/1944699

    19 min
  3. From Coping to Transformation: Dr. Olivia Yearns on Values, Alignment & Relationships

    JAN 22

    From Coping to Transformation: Dr. Olivia Yearns on Values, Alignment & Relationships

    In this episode of Mental Health Unscripted, Iyana sits down with Dr. Olivia Yearns, licensed clinical social worker, private practice owner, and creator of Liv Well Lab. We talk about what it really means to live in alignment with your values, not just in career or wellness, but in relationships, decision-making, and everyday life. Dr. Olivia shares how her work has evolved from helping people cope to helping them transform, and why intentional living has become such a powerful part of her story. We explore: ✔ What values alignment actually means ✔ how to recognize when you're out of alignment ✔ Why so many of us people-please or push through discomfort ✔ How digital dating impacts connection and intimacy ✔ Simple starting points for identifying your values ✔ Why self-compassion matters on the journey Dr. Olivia also gives us a preview of her upcoming session at the Women in Wellness Summit titled:"Soul Check: Are Your Relationships Aligned With Your Values?" If you've been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of where to begin, this episode is a reminder that alignment is a practice, not a performance, and you don't have to figure it out alone. Learn more about Dr. Olivia's session + full summit schedule: https://wellnessinwellnesssummit.lovable.app/  Tickets are live and they are going fast. Secure your spot for the Women in Wellness Summit:https://www.tickettailor.com/events/welltogether/1944699 If you're craving community, clarity, or a reset, don't wait. Once these seats are gone, they're gone. Let's Stay Connected Connect with Dr. Olivia Yearns: Website: Psychology Today Instagram: https://instagram.com/livwelllabs  Lindekin: Olivia Yearns, DSW, LCSW Connect with Well Together & the Summit: Website: https://wellnessinwellnesssummit.lovable.app/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womeninwellnesssummit/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/welltogetherllc/

    23 min

  4. JAN 15

    You Belong in This Room: A Look Into the Women in Wellness Summit

    In this episode of Mental Health Unscripted, Iyana opens her heart and invites you into the story, purpose, and vision behind the 5th Annual Women in Wellness Summit. She shares why this gathering was created in the first place, the need for representation in wellness spaces, the importance of whole-person care, and the power of community when life feels heavy, busy, or uncertain. You'll hear what this year's theme, Unapologetically Centered, truly means and how it calls us to return to ourselves, make space for our needs, and honor our well-being without guilt. Iyana also offers an inside look at what attendees can expect: conversations on rest, burnout, pleasure, alignment, relationships, energy work, community connection, and so much more. Whether you're new to wellness, restarting your journey, or deeply rooted in your practice, this episode is both an invitation and a reminder: you deserve to be poured into too. And if you've been longing for a space that feels warm, intentional, affirming, and culturally grounded, this might be the room you've been waiting for.  Come as you are, and leave more centered. ✨ Learn more about the Summit: speakers, breakout sessions, CEUs & full details: https://wellnessinwellnesssummit.lovable.app/ 🎟 Get your ticket: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/welltogether/1944699 ✨ Stay connected on Instagram for updates, speakers, behind-the-scenes & more: https://www.instagram.com/womeninwellnesssummit/

    14 min

  5. JAN 8

    Beginning Again, Gently

    Welcome back to Mental Health Unscripted. I'm your host, Iyana, and I'm so grateful you're here as we step into Season 2 together. This season is all about connection, how we care for ourselves, how we build community, and how we navigate relationships in a world that's becoming more digital by the day. We'll be having honest, grounded conversations about balancing online spaces and real-life connections, using digital tools (including AI) in ways that support our wellness, and staying rooted in our values and humanity along the way. In this opening episode, I'm keeping things simple and intentional. I'm wishing you a gentle Happy New Year and sharing a few reminders you may need as you settle into this next chapter, reminders about rest, patience, progress, and giving yourself permission to move at your own pace. We talk about letting go of the pressure to have everything figured out, honoring what already works, and allowing growth to unfold naturally. I also share what you can expect from this season, the questions we'll be exploring, and why creating harmony between digital connection and real-life presence matters now more than ever. Whether you're feeling hopeful, overwhelmed, tired, or somewhere in between, this episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and begin again with intention. I'm so excited to continue this journey with you and to serve you in this next season. Stay Connected with Well Together 🌐 Website: https://welltogether.us 📸 Instagram: @welltogetherllc

    7 min
  6. Still Abundant: Reframing Scarcity, Success, and Purpose

    12/29/2025

    Still Abundant: Reframing Scarcity, Success, and Purpose

    As we close out our final episode of 2025, Mental Health Unscripted ends the year grounded in abundance, even after a year or season that's felt heavy, uncertain, and chaotic for so many. From hundreds of thousands of Black women exiting the workforce, to economic strain, government shutdowns, and collective exhaustion, this year has asked a lot of us. To help us reframe, reflect, and realign, host Iyana Anderson is joined by Shawniel Chamanlal, licensed therapist, business coach, author, and founder of Healing Springs Wellness Center, for a powerful conversation on what it truly means to live abundantly,  beyond money, hustle, or perfection. Together, they explore: How scarcity mindsets are conditioned, especially in helping professions Why abundance includes peace, fulfillment, wellness, relationships, and faith The connection between resilience, mindset, and spiritual alignment Releasing limiting beliefs around time, money, and "not enough." Why celebrating your wins is essential, not optional Shawniel also shares insights from her book Unapologetic Success, offering permission for women, especially those from marginalized communities, to stop playing small and pursue success with confidence, clarity, and community. This episode is a reminder that: Even in uncertainty, abundance is still available. Even after a hard year, you are allowed to want more. And sometimes, ending the year in abundance simply means choosing trust, gratitude, and alignment, again. There is no better way to close this year than with intention, reflection, and hope for what's ahead. Connect with Shawniel Chamanlal Website: www.shawnielchamanlal.com Instagram: @shawnielchamanlal LinkedIn: Shawniel Chamanlal, LCSW Practice: www.healingspringswellness.com Book: Unapologetic Success: How to Dream Beyond Your Limits and Unlock Fulfillment in All Areas of Your Life Let's Stay Connected Thank you for being part of the Mental Health Unscripted community this season. As we close out 2025, we're deeply grateful for you and the space we've built together. Stay connected with Well Together and stay tuned for our next season, there's so much more ahead. 🌿 Website: https://welltogether.us 📱 Instagram: @welltogetherllc

    18 min
  7. Culture, Rest, and the First-Gen Journey with Sarah Diaz

    12/18/2025

    Culture, Rest, and the First-Gen Journey with Sarah Diaz

    In this episode, I'm joined by Sara Diaz, a licensed clinical social worker, first-generation Cuban American, and the founder of The First Gen Madrina. Sara was also one of our speakers at this year's Women in Wellness Summit.  Together, we talk about the impact of culture, its beauty, its richness, and also the parts many of us are learning to unlearn. Sara shares her personal journey as a first-generation college student, how navigating mental health challenges shaped her path into social work, and why rest is not a betrayal of our families' sacrifices, but a way to honor them. We also explore the realities first-generation students face in college spaces that were not always built with them in mind, the mental health barriers they encounter, and the importance of mentorship, community, and culturally affirming support. Sarah reflects on what it means to hold on to our cultural values while also choosing ourselves, slowing down, and redefining success on our own terms. This episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and consider what you may want to leave behind as the year ends, what you're ready to unlearn, and how you want to move into the new year with more intention, rest, and support. Whether you are a first-generation student, a professional, or someone navigating your own journey of becoming, this conversation offers grounding, honesty, and reminders that you are not alone. Learn more about Sara's work and stay connected with us: Sara Diaz – The First Gen Madrina Website: https://thefirstgenmadrina.com/ Instagram: thefirstgenmadrina LinkedIn: Sara Diaz, LCSW Well Together Website: https://welltogether.us/ Instagram: @welltogetherllc

    33 min

  8. 10/13/2025

    Bigger Than Me: Reflections from the Mental Wealth Expo

    In this heartfelt episode of Mental Health Unscripted, host Iyana Anderson shares her reflections from the Mental Wealth Expo, hosted by Charlamagne tha God, Dr. Alfiee, iHeartRadio, and the Mental Wealth Alliance. Iyana begins by honoring World Mental Health Month, exploring what it truly means, this year's theme, and how we all share an individual and collective responsibility to nurture mental wellness in ourselves and our communities. She then takes listeners behind the scenes of her experience at the Queen's Rising Panel, where she had the honor of joining an inspiring lineup of trailblazing women in the mental health and wellness space. Iyana opens up about her deep gratitude for the opportunity, not just to be on stage, but to be in community, sit alongside such amazing trailblazers, and to reflect on the spiritual reminders this experience offered. This episode is a reminder that sometimes our opportunities are bigger than us,  that moments of purpose often meet us where preparation and faith align. Iyana also shares lessons on celebrating yourself, honoring divine timing, and continuing the journey,  even when the road feels uncertain. Tune in for thoughtful insights, soulful reminders, and an inspiring reflection on purpose, community, and the power of mental wellness.

    14 min
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Whether you're just starting your mental health journey or finding it hard to continue, Mental Health Unscripted is your safe, non-judgmental space for whole-person mental health discussions. Hosted by Licensed Social Worker and CEO of Well Together, Iyana Anderson, each episode features experts from various fields, mental health professionals, wellness practitioners, and entrepreneurs sharing their insights, relatable stories, and practical tips to help you achieve mental wellness.

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  • Creator
    Iyana Anderson, LSW
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024
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    Mental Health Unscripted