Join Kristin and Melanie as they discuss one of the most stigmatizing areas of mental health: Borderline Personality Disorder. 


Melanie Goldman (She/Her) is a leading light in the field of mental health advocacy and helps fight on behalf of those with borderline personality disorder (BPD) based in Toronto, Canada. Melanie has spent the majority of her life working in the music industry, and she has earned a degree in psychology. After realizing she needed to fend for herself after being in a hospital ten years ago. Melanie, who has been diagnosed with BPD and ADHD, decided three years ago that she wanted to use both her music and her Master’s degree to help others with the disorders. She went to work and researched everything about BPD after her diagnosis and found the appropriate medical professionals, treatments, and community resources; she then took the next step and began directly aiding communities, gradually coming to understand that her story could help save countless lives. She has volunteered for multiple groups and helped many people find the resources they need.Melanie has been a guest on a number of podcasts from backfromtheborderline to BPDBRAVERY and is a cast member of the YouTube TV series theBPDbunch. Melanie is a trained peer facilitator for 2 non-profits and is currently a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). Since the general public has a skewed conception of BPD within the mental health system, Melanie has many far-reaching ambitions for the mental health communities and BPD, including the establishment of her own Center for BPD. Melanie's sister Jackie and her grandmother who has passed away Rae suffered from BPD and bipolar disorder, and Melanie hopes everyday to help others find their own “Rae of light” as her Grandmother’s name was Rae and hopes to carry this name forward with love and keep the legacy alive.

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Part 2: Dr. Paul Meier, world renowned psychiatrist and best selling author, joins Kristin to retake the updated ADHD test. They took this test on a show several years ago but new information has come to light about ADHD! Join them to take and discuss the test on this part 2 of 2 episodes. 

www.meierclinics.com

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Dr. Paul Meier, world renowned psychiatrist and best selling author, joins Kristin to retake the updated ADHD test. They took this test on a show several years ago but new information has come to light about ADHD! Join them to take and discuss the test on this part 1 of 2 episodes. 

www.meierclinics.com


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Dr. Kyra Bobinet joins us to talk about her passion for healing the world of failure disease. She is a passionate advocate for healing the world of failure that leaves us stuck in knowing what to do but not being able to do it. As a physician, public health leader, healthcare executive, and behavioral expert, she has passionately studied our human battle with failure and relapse for decades. She finally found the brain-based source of our struggles and a way to work with our brain to be free of limitations. Through her life’s work helping many thousands to get and stay healthy, she is 100 percent convinced that neutralizing failure and liberating our motivation and joy is our biggest opportunity to reduce suffering.

Unstoppable Brain: The New Neuroscience that Frees Us from Failure, Eases Our Stress, and Creates Lasting Change

https://drkyrabobinet.com/

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Join Kristin and Kimberly for a conversation about addiction recovery in the hospitality industry. The challenges faced when you work around all or some of your major addiction triggers.


Kimberly Flear is a passionate advocate for change within the hospitality industry, combining over two decades of experience with a personal journey through addiction recovery. As the founder of Last Call Coaching, Kimberly is dedicated to fostering healthier workplace environments through enhanced understanding and support for individuals facing addiction. Having witnessed the harsh realities of addiction firsthand—notably through the loss of a close friend to an overdose—Kimberly has been driven to apply her extensive industry knowledge to combat this pervasive issue. Her approach is deeply informed by her own experiences as a person in recovery, offering a unique, empathetic perspective that resonates with both individuals and teams. Kimberly is not only an inspired speaker but also a certified coach, trainer, and facilitator. Her presentations are rooted in a profound understanding of the biological, psychological, and social facets of addiction. She focuses on practical strategies for resilience and recovery, emphasizing the need for stigma-free communication and safe, supportive workplace policies. As a speaker, Kimberly brings these issues to life with compelling clarity and heartfelt sincerity. She is available for speaking engagements across conferences, workshops, and panel discussions, particularly those aimed at transforming the hospitality industry. Her talks delve into the complexities of addiction, the power of recovery, and the critical role of supportive workplaces. Additionally, Kimberly is available for interviews and can provide valuable insights on creating positive change within high-pressure environments. Her expertise makes her an ideal candidate for media appearances, offering depth and guidance on issues related to addiction in the hospitality sector. Organizations looking to enhance their approach to employee wellness will find Kimberly’s training and facilitation skills invaluable. She offers customized coaching sessions designed to equip managers and employees with the tools needed to support colleagues through recovery and beyond, ensuring a safer, more inclusive workplace.

www.lastcallcoaching.com


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Join Kristin and Gaile as they discuss how difficult it can be, depending on where you live, to find Autism resources for your family. 

Gaile Valcho is originally from New York and has an MBA from Florida Atlantic University. She is a wife and mom to a teenage autistic boy. She has over a decade of experience in the autism community and is certified in Master IEP training. 

Gaile and her husband founded The Brady Valcho Autism Foundation in 2022 to help families in her community find much-needed resources and provide scholarships to families for autism summer camps. She and her husband are also the founders of The Holly Springs Autism Acceptance Day Event held each fall. Part of the foundation’s mission is to provide free autism training to first responders and area businesses to help others engage with the autistic population. Gaile enjoys spending time with her family, running, and traveling. Her favorite quote is by Ruth Bader Ginsburg. ~“Fight for things you care about. But do it in a way that will lead others to join you.”  

https://bva.foundation/

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Join Kristin from Mental Health News Radio and Jeremy from Nuero FM as they discuss how "unhelpful" a small part of the world of Autism can be when we try to narrate and judge other people's experiences. For those of us diagnosed later in life, we have an entire experience with many years to unpack. We will say things "incorrectly" according to ????  So why not let everyone enjoy and speak about their journey with Autism in their own words? 

Once you find your peeps, life gets even more hopeful, helpful, and fabulous!

Jeremy Rochford is a later-in-life diagnosed Autistic/ADHD’r who is raising two Neurodivergent Children with his “NT” wife, Charity. Through guest interviews and “Team Rochford,” you’ll hear firsthand the challenges and benefits of being on the spectrum and practical advice for those who are Neurodivergent or love someone who is. Join us and experience why “NeuroFm” is called the least depressing Neurodivergent podcast in the world.

https://www.jeremyrochford.com/

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Join Kristin and Jenilee to discuss parenting with children on the Autism Spectrum. 

As a professional life coach and autism coach, Jenilee brings lived experience, problem-solving skills, compassionate support, and creativity into each coaching session. Jenilee asks hard questions while listening, guiding, and coaching clients in their unique life situations. Through one-on-one coaching and group coaching, Jenilee uses the Equipping Profile, book studies, and individual homework to establish personal development plans, helping clients move forward and reach goals in healthy ways. With many in her immediate family on the autism spectrum, Jenilee has a special place in her heart for moms of kids on the spectrum and NT wives going through the difficulties of ND marriages. There are very few places to share the full story. In coaching with Jenilee, you can share every single page of the story. Along with coaching, Jenilee loves reading, writing, coffee, walking, and watching history documentaries. You can connect with Jenilee daily on Instagram @jenileerachel or through her website, jenileerachel.com.

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David Bartley has a story to share, and we get right into it! Join us for an intense but cathartic conversation about David's journey with suicidal ideation and his mental health. 

David Bartley is known as a dynamic speaker, storyteller, and trainer. With real-life anecdotes that evoke laughter and tears, David informs and captivates audiences. Along the way, David provides insights that enable listeners to see mental illness from a different point of view; a fresh perspective that creates an opening for mental wellness for those who suffer, their family, friends, and members of the community where they live, work and fellowship. Through keynote and other group presentations, interactive workshops, and specialized training programs and seminars, David helps unravel the myths and flat-out lies surrounding mental illness. Once laid to rest, David substitutes fiction with truth and reality and then equips audiences with tools and resources that lead to greater understanding. David’s goal for each speech and workshop is the same: to shed light on the issue of mental illness, teach others how to create hope, and open doors to the possibility of mental health for all.

www.davidwoodsbartley.com

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Join Angel and Kristin to discuss the 4 A's of Autism and supporting minority communities!

Angel Wilson, M.S., after 15 years in the autism field, had pretty much done it all. From Therapist to Developmental Specialist, Supervisor, Trainer, Assessor, and Interventionist, she learned and saw a LOT. What she noticed, though, were the concerns coming from families and providers alike; a lot of people knew OF autism but didn't know ABOUT autism. This was especially true in minority communities or providers with many minority students or clients.​ She decided to answer this call. As this business grows, she hopes you will join her in advocating for autism awareness and acceptance across the board, regardless of color or culture. 

www.sparcguidance.com

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Join Coach and Advocate, Jana M. Smith, and Kristin as they talk about how emotional dysregulation impacts those of us on the Neurodivergent Spectrum.

www.janamsmith.com

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