Mind Matters: Conversations that Make a Difference

Siouxland Mental Health Center
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Mental health impacts us all, and every story matters. Mind Matters is a monthly podcast that brings together voices from across the community. You’ll hear from mental health professionals, people with lived experience, first responders, educators, and others who are working to support mental health every day. Each episode dives into real conversations about healing, hope, and how we can better support one another. Whether you're seeking support, offering it, or simply want to understand mental health on a deeper level, you're in the right place. Real people. Honest conversations. Community-driven care. Subscribe now and join us each month for powerful conversations that matter.

Episodes

  1. 12/17/2025

    Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder

    When the Seasons Change: Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder Seasonal Affective Disorder affects people of all ages, including children, teens, adults, and older adults, especially during the darker winter months. In this episode of Mind Matters Conversations that Make a Difference, we sit down with Mariah Howard, a therapist at Siouxland Mental Health Center, to discuss what Seasonal Affective Disorder is, why it occurs, and how it can affect daily life. Mariah shares common warning signs of how symptoms can look different across age groups and evidence-based strategies that can help, including light therapy, lifestyle changes, and therapy. Whether you are noticing changes in your own mood or supporting someone you care about, this conversation offers practical guidance and reassurance that support is available. If you or someone you love is struggling, Siouxland Mental Health Center is here to help. Call 712-252-3871 or visit siouxlandmentalhealth.com

    31 min

  2. 11/24/2025

    Finding Clarity: How Psychological Assessments Help Children Thrive

    In this episode of Mind Matters, host Morgan Haskell sits down with Dr. BreAnne Danzi, Psychologist at Siouxland Mental Health Center and Professor at the University of South Dakota, to unpack the world of psychological assessments for children and adolescents. If you’re a parent who’s noticed changes in your child’s behavior, mood, attention, or school performance, this episode offers clarity, reassurance, and practical guidance. Dr. Danzi explains: What a psychological assessment actually isWhy assessments help distinguish between conditions with similar symptomsWhat parents can expect from start to finishHow results guide school supports and therapyHow assessments empower families with answers, not labelsWhether you're curious, concerned, or looking for your next step, this conversation will help you understand how psychological assessments can provide direction and hope for your child's mental health journey. To learn more or schedule an appointment, visit siouxlandmentalhealth.com or call (712) 226-4543.

    42 min

  3. 10/22/2025

    Supporting Young Minds: Why Kids' Mental Health Matters

    In this debut episode of Mind Matters: Conversations That Make a Difference, we sit down with Amy Small, LISW — Director of Child & Adolescent Services at Siouxland Mental Health Center — to explore what mental health looks like in today’s youth. We discuss early intervention, the pressures kids and teens are facing, and how community-based mental health services help families navigate it all. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or advocate, this conversation offers powerful insight and practical support for helping young minds thrive.

    44 min
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Mental health impacts us all, and every story matters. Mind Matters is a monthly podcast that brings together voices from across the community. You’ll hear from mental health professionals, people with lived experience, first responders, educators, and others who are working to support mental health every day. Each episode dives into real conversations about healing, hope, and how we can better support one another. Whether you're seeking support, offering it, or simply want to understand mental health on a deeper level, you're in the right place. Real people. Honest conversations. Community-driven care. Subscribe now and join us each month for powerful conversations that matter.

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