Overcome With Travis White

Travis White | Mental Health Advocate
  • 5.0 (5)
  • MENTAL HEALTH
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

Overcome is a mental health podcast for people who look “fine” on the outside but feel exhausted, stuck, or quietly struggling on the inside. Hosted by Travis White, Overcome goes beyond surface-level mental health advice to explore the deeper roots of anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, and emotional pain. These are honest, sometimes uncomfortable conversations about what it really takes to heal not just cope. Each episode features real stories and thoughtful discussions with advocates, professionals, and people who have lived through loss, trauma, illness, addiction, and identity-shifting life events. Together, we explore healing through personal responsibility, self-awareness, resilience, faith-adjacent meaning, and practical insight—without toxic positivity or quick fixes. This podcast is for you if: You’re tired of “just manage your symptoms” adviceYou’re high-functioning but emotionally worn downYou want depth, truth, and growth not therapy soundbitesYou believe healing is possible, but not linear Overcome isn’t about pretending everything is okay. It’s about understanding your pain, rebuilding from the inside out, and learning how to move forward with clarity and purpose. If you’re ready for real conversations about mental health, trauma recovery, resilience, and meaning, this show is for you.

  1. Loving Someone Through Psychosis Nearly Broke Me | Marriage & Mental Illness

    13H AGO

    Loving Someone Through Psychosis Nearly Broke Me | Marriage & Mental Illness

    Imagine marrying the person you love… only to feel like they slowly disappear right in front of you. What happens when severe mental illness, psychosis, financial pressure, and emotional exhaustion begin tearing apart a marriage only months after the wedding day? And how do you hold onto compassion when your own mental health is collapsing too? In this episode of Overcome with Travis White, Travis sits down with Austi Stenson for one of the rawest conversations ever shared on the podcast. Austi opens up about loving someone through psychosis, navigating schizoaffective disorder, caretaker burnout, medical bills, emotional trauma, and ultimately facing divorce while still caring deeply for the person she married. This episode shines a light on the hidden side of severe mental illness that people rarely talk about: the impact on spouses, families, finances, identity, and emotional survival. What We Discussed  The subtle early signs of psychosis in marriage  How schizoaffective disorder changed their relationship  Caregiver burnout and emotional exhaustion  Living in constant fight-or-flight mode  The financial pressure of mental illness and medical bills  Supporting a spouse through psychosis and hospitalization  Alcohol, paranoia, and emotional instability  The emotional guilt caregivers often carry  The impact severe mental illness has on families and relationships  Divorce, grief, and still loving someone after separation  How trauma and chronic stress changed Austi’s mental health  Why mental health education and support systems matter Learn More If this episode impacted you, please share it with someone who may need to hear they are not alone. Follow Overcome with Travis White for more conversations around mental health, trauma, resilience, addiction recovery, healing, and overcoming life’s hardest moments. Austi Stenson Website: https://www.chroniccreative.co/ Visit Blog: https://overcomepod.com Shop Merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/OvercomeMentalHealth Follow Overcome - a Mental Health Podcast Instagram: @overcomepodYoutube:  @overcomepodListen to us SpotifyApple PodcastsWant to have a real conversation about your mental health? Fill out this form!

    1h 19m
  2. The Hidden Mental Load of Parenting (And How It Affects Your Kids)

    MAY 4

    The Hidden Mental Load of Parenting (And How It Affects Your Kids)

    Mental load of parenting is more than schedules and discipline. It is the invisible pressure parents carry while trying to stay calm, connected, and emotionally present for their kids. In this episode of Overcome with Travis White, Travis shares a personal parenting moment and practical tools for emotional regulation, grounding, and rebuilding a stronger family foundation. What We Discussed:  The hidden mental load of parenting and why it builds up  How your mental state directly affects your kids’ behavior  The role expectations play in parenting frustration  Real-life parenting stress triggers (bedtime, repeating yourself)  Simple techniques to reset in overwhelming moments  The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding method  Why awareness matters more than perfection in parenting  How to build a strong foundation using the FAITH framework  The 3 foundation questions every parent should ask themselves  Two challenges to help you grow as a parentVisit Blog: https://overcomepod.com Shop Merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/OvercomeMentalHealth Follow Overcome - a Mental Health Podcast Instagram: @overcomepodYoutube:  @overcomepodListen to us SpotifyApple PodcastsWant to have a real conversation about your mental health? Fill out this form!

    25 min
  3. You Can Build Trust for Years… Then Lose It in Seconds: My Dog Bit My Daughter

    APR 27

    You Can Build Trust for Years… Then Lose It in Seconds: My Dog Bit My Daughter

    A dog bite can change the way a family understands trust, safety, and responsibility in a single moment. This episode explores parenting guilt, anxiety recovery, and what it takes to rebuild trust after something frightening happens at home. Travis shares the story of the day his dog bit his daughter, how it affected his family, and how the Trust pillar of the FAITH Framework helped him think through boundaries, healing, and safety. What We Discussed  The role pets can play in improving mental health  How my dog helped me through anxiety and gave me purpose  Early warning signs and behavioral challenges we faced  The moment my dog bit my daughter and what happened next  The overwhelming guilt and responsibility as a parent  How quickly trust can be broken in a single moment  The process of rebuilding trust over time  Boundaries between dogs and children every parent should consider  Learning your dog’s behavior and preventing future incidents  How trust connects to healing and personal growth  Applying the Trust pillar of the FAITH Framework in real life If this episode resonated with you, follow the show, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear it. Visit Blog: https://overcomepod.com Shop Merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/OvercomeMentalHealth Follow Overcome - a Mental Health Podcast Instagram: @overcomepodYoutube:  @overcomepodListen to us SpotifyApple PodcastsWant to have a real conversation about your mental health? Fill out this form!

    28 min
  4. Addiction, PTSD, and Losing Everything: How He Rebuilt His Life From Rock Bottom

    APR 20

    Addiction, PTSD, and Losing Everything: How He Rebuilt His Life From Rock Bottom

    Addiction recovery, PTSD, and rock bottom can feel impossible to climb out of when you have lost your family, career, and sense of purpose. Ryan Reichert's story is about rebuilding life after everything falls apart. In this episode, Travis talks with Ryan about military PTSD, prescription drug abuse, sobriety, faith, daily habits, and the hard but hopeful process of turning pain into purpose. What We Discussed  Ryan’s early struggles with identity and pressure to succeed  How injury led to prescription drug abuse and addiction  The impact of military service, PTSD, and trauma on mental health  Hitting rock bottom: losing his family, career, and sense of self  The moment he chose sobriety and walked into his first AA meeting  How faith and spirituality helped him rebuild his life  The “three daily wins” system for physical, mental, and spiritual growth  Letting go of control and focusing on what you can change  Overcoming limiting beliefs and redefining success  Why community and meaningful conversations are key to healingConnect with Ryan Reichert:  Website: Our Protector Development Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.t.reichert LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanreichert78/ Ryan is a speaker, coach, and founder of Our Protector Development, a platform focused on helping people turn pain into purpose through faith, reflection, and action.  Visit Blog: https://overcomepod.com Shop Merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/OvercomeMentalHealth Follow Overcome - a Mental Health Podcast Instagram: @overcomepodYoutube:  @overcomepodListen to us SpotifyApple PodcastsWant to have a real conversation about your mental health? Fill out this form!

    1h 18m
  5. The Hidden Mental Health Crisis in Young Adults No One Talks About

    APR 13

    The Hidden Mental Health Crisis in Young Adults No One Talks About

    Young adult mental health is often shaped by anxiety, social comparison, pressure to succeed, and the fear of feeling lost. This episode looks at the hidden crisis many young adults are carrying quietly. Therapeutic consultant Joanna Lilley joins Travis to unpack life transitions, Gen Z mental health, parent support, mentorship, and what helps young adults move forward when they feel stuck. What We Discussed  Why so many young adults feel lost and anxious  How anxiety can control your life if left unmanaged  The impact of social media and comparison on mental health  Common mistakes parents make when trying to help  How to recognize when stress becomes something more serious  Why having a mentor or support system matters  The importance of “learning through failure” in early adulthood  When it’s okay to take a different path or reset Learn More  Visit Joanna Lilley: https://lilleyconsulting.comVisit Blog: https://overcomepod.com Shop Merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/OvercomeMentalHealth Follow Overcome - a Mental Health Podcast Instagram: @overcomepodYoutube:  @overcomepodListen to us SpotifyApple PodcastsWant to have a real conversation about your mental health? Fill out this form!

    1h 13m
  6. High-Functioning Depression Is the Lie No One Sees

    APR 6

    High-Functioning Depression Is the Lie No One Sees

    High-functioning depression can look like success on the outside while someone is quietly falling apart inside. This episode explores invisible depression, bipolar II, misdiagnosis, and the pressure to appear okay. Writer Sarah Michelle Sherman joins Travis for an honest conversation about anxiety and depression, motherhood, suicidal thoughts, ADHD diagnosis, self-advocacy, and what healing really looks like. What We Discussed  What high-functioning depression really looks like  Being misdiagnosed and struggling to find the right treatment  The difference between depression, burnout, and bipolar disorder  Living with the “mean voice” in your head  Overdosing and the wake-up call that followed  Why motherhood changed her relationship with suicidal thoughts  The hidden reality behind appearing “fine”  Learning to advocate for yourself in mental health care  Why people reward pretending everything is okay  The uncomfortable truth about healing and why it never fully endsLearn More Website: https://www.sarahmichellesherman.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sar.sher Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarsherm LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-michelle-sandor/ Visit Blog: https://overcomepod.com Shop Merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/OvercomeMentalHealth Follow Overcome - a Mental Health Podcast Instagram: @overcomepodYoutube:  @overcomepodListen to us SpotifyApple PodcastsWant to have a real conversation about your mental health? Fill out this form!

    45 min
  7. Why Men Stay Silent in Grief (Even When They’re Falling Apart Inside)

    MAR 30

    Why Men Stay Silent in Grief (Even When They’re Falling Apart Inside)

    Men's mental health and grief often hide behind silence, responsibility, and the pressure to stay strong. This episode looks at male grief, widower grief, and the pain many men carry alone. Weston Brandon joins Travis to share what it was like to lose his wife weeks after their son was born, become a single father, and rebuild life after loss with honesty, purpose, and support. What We Discussed:  Why men often suppress grief instead of expressing it  The hidden ways grief shows up such as anger, isolation, and numbness  Feeling alone even when people are around you  How responsibility can force men to ignore their pain  The impact of losing a spouse and becoming a single parent overnight  Why having a space to talk is critical for men  How unresolved wounds resurface during grief  Rebuilding life after loss and finding purpose again Learn More About Weston Brandon: Weston Brandon is a speaker, author, and songwriter who helps individuals build resilience, find purpose, and take control of their lives through his DRIVE framework. After losing his wife just weeks after the birth of their son, Weston rebuilt his life from the ground up and now uses that experience to help others navigate grief, identity, and personal growth. He is also actively involved in men’s mental health through the I Love You Bro Project, helping create safe spaces where men can open up and support one another. Learn more about Weston and his work: https://westonbrandon.com Visit Blog: https://overcomepod.com Shop Merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/OvercomeMentalHealth Follow Overcome - a Mental Health Podcast Instagram: @overcomepodYoutube:  @overcomepodListen to us SpotifyApple PodcastsWant to have a real conversation about your mental health? Fill out this form!

    1h 45m
  8. The Lie That’s Keeping You Depressed, Overweight, and Stuck (And How to Break It)

    MAR 23

    The Lie That’s Keeping You Depressed, Overweight, and Stuck (And How to Break It)

    Self-sabotage, negative self-talk, and old beliefs can keep you depressed, overweight, and stuck far longer than you realize. This episode explores how mindset affects mental health, physical health, and personal change. Travis talks with Sheri Arcuria about weight loss mindset, hypnotherapy, depression help, and how small shifts can break patterns that have kept you trapped. You’ll also hear: How negative self-talk keeps you trappedWhy “I can’t” is one of the most dangerous beliefsThe connection between mindset and physical healthHow to take small, consistent steps when you feel overwhelmedWhy you are NOT alone in your strugglesIf you’ve ever felt stuck, lost, or like nothing is changing—this episode is for you. 🔗 Learn More Follow Sheri Arcuria and MOBA: Website: https://mobamentality.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheri.moba/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@moba.sheri Visit Blog: https://overcomepod.com Shop Merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/OvercomeMentalHealth Follow Overcome - a Mental Health Podcast Instagram: @overcomepodYoutube:  @overcomepodListen to us SpotifyApple PodcastsWant to have a real conversation about your mental health? Fill out this form!

    57 min
See All (73)

5
out of 5
5 Ratings

About

Overcome is a mental health podcast for people who look “fine” on the outside but feel exhausted, stuck, or quietly struggling on the inside. Hosted by Travis White, Overcome goes beyond surface-level mental health advice to explore the deeper roots of anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, and emotional pain. These are honest, sometimes uncomfortable conversations about what it really takes to heal not just cope. Each episode features real stories and thoughtful discussions with advocates, professionals, and people who have lived through loss, trauma, illness, addiction, and identity-shifting life events. Together, we explore healing through personal responsibility, self-awareness, resilience, faith-adjacent meaning, and practical insight—without toxic positivity or quick fixes. This podcast is for you if: You’re tired of “just manage your symptoms” adviceYou’re high-functioning but emotionally worn downYou want depth, truth, and growth not therapy soundbitesYou believe healing is possible, but not linear Overcome isn’t about pretending everything is okay. It’s about understanding your pain, rebuilding from the inside out, and learning how to move forward with clarity and purpose. If you’re ready for real conversations about mental health, trauma recovery, resilience, and meaning, this show is for you.

Information

  • Creator
    Travis White | Mental Health Advocate
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    73
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Overcome With Travis White
  • Show Website
    Overcome With Travis White