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What’s on your mind? Are you or a loved one struggling with mental health challenges? Do you have a specific personal or professional interest in mental health? Perhaps you are looking to build mental and emotional resiliency. The On Your Mind podcast by Journey’s Dream brings together professionals in the field who are successfully supporting people through mental health challenges to a place of true and lasting well-being. Here you will find hope and inspiration. You will walk away with practical tools and pathways to innovative, effective solutions. Connect to a community who believes you can be well and will support you moving from a place of fear to a place of opportunity.Every week, our host Timothy J. Hayes, Psy.D, will be joined by practitioners, thought leaders, and experts in the field of mental health who offer solutions, actual next steps, and tangible tools. In addition to professionals, the podcast will feature individuals sharing their own inspirational stories of transformation and recovery. About Journey’s Dream –Anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive–compulsive disorder, suicide, psychosis, eating disorders, behavioral disorders, trauma. These are just some of the mental health challenges experienced by people of all ages, races, and social classes. The non-profit organization, Journey’s Dream, was founded on the belief that restoring wellness involves more than recovering from symptoms and that mental health challenges can be opportunities for personal transformation. Journey’s Dream is a portal to a world of mental health solutions, including:- Practitioner Network: access to a global network of professional who practice functional medicine and integrative mental health care, and who believe that mental illness can be temporary. – Digital Solutions Portal: a collection of tools, programs, and resources that have been used to bring about mental wellness.- Mentoring Program: a community of skilled mentors and peers who have experienced healing following trauma and mental health challenges.- Public Education: At Journey’s Dream we are passionate about changing the narrative around mental illness; shifting the conversation from one of fear and struggle to one of hope and solutions. This is achieved through the On Your Mind podcast and blog, three books published by our founders and local/national speaking engagements.- Optimal Being Program: The founders of Journey’s Dream have invested more than $1,000,000 of private funding to develop, implement and refine a state-of-the-art, multimedia experience called the Optimal Being® program. About Our Host —-Timothy J. Hayes, Psy.D., is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in private practice in Crystal Lake, Illinois. With 44+ years of experience supporting individuals and families, Dr. Hayes integrates mind/body techniques into a client-friendly model that emphasizes how people possess within themselves the resources necessary to deal effectively with a wide variety of problems and challenges.Through therapy and support groups, Dr. Hayes has helped countless individuals and families. Offering “cutting edge” mental health services, he integrates some of the newest and most effective approaches into a results-oriented therapy style. Dr. Hayes employs such tools as EMDR (trauma reduction technique), Depth Oriented Brief Therapy Training (Coherence Therapy), Neuro-Emotional Technique (NET), the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), and the Bio-Energetic Synchronization Technique (BEST).In addition to his role as therapist and parenting expert, he speaks professionally on a wide variety of topics related to mental health, relationships, and the mind/body connection.

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What’s on your mind? Are you or a loved one struggling with mental health challenges? Do you have a specific personal or professional interest in mental health? Perhaps you are looking to build mental and emotional resiliency. The On Your Mind podcast by Journey’s Dream brings together professionals in the field who are successfully supporting people through mental health challenges to a place of true and lasting well-being. Here you will find hope and inspiration. You will walk away with practical tools and pathways to innovative, effective solutions. Connect to a community who believes you can be well and will support you moving from a place of fear to a place of opportunity.Every week, our host Timothy J. Hayes, Psy.D, will be joined by practitioners, thought leaders, and experts in the field of mental health who offer solutions, actual next steps, and tangible tools. In addition to professionals, the podcast will feature individuals sharing their own inspirational stories of transformation and recovery. About Journey’s Dream –Anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive–compulsive disorder, suicide, psychosis, eating disorders, behavioral disorders, trauma. These are just some of the mental health challenges experienced by people of all ages, races, and social classes. The non-profit organization, Journey’s Dream, was founded on the belief that restoring wellness involves more than recovering from symptoms and that mental health challenges can be opportunities for personal transformation. Journey’s Dream is a portal to a world of mental health solutions, including:- Practitioner Network: access to a global network of professional who practice functional medicine and integrative mental health care, and who believe that mental illness can be temporary. – Digital Solutions Portal: a collection of tools, programs, and resources that have been used to bring about mental wellness.- Mentoring Program: a community of skilled mentors and peers who have experienced healing following trauma and mental health challenges.- Public Education: At Journey’s Dream we are passionate about changing the narrative around mental illness; shifting the conversation from one of fear and struggle to one of hope and solutions. This is achieved through the On Your Mind podcast and blog, three books published by our founders and local/national speaking engagements.- Optimal Being Program: The founders of Journey’s Dream have invested more than $1,000,000 of private funding to develop, implement and refine a state-of-the-art, multimedia experience called the Optimal Being® program. About Our Host —-Timothy J. Hayes, Psy.D., is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in private practice in Crystal Lake, Illinois. With 44+ years of experience supporting individuals and families, Dr. Hayes integrates mind/body techniques into a client-friendly model that emphasizes how people possess within themselves the resources necessary to deal effectively with a wide variety of problems and challenges.Through therapy and support groups, Dr. Hayes has helped countless individuals and families. Offering “cutting edge” mental health services, he integrates some of the newest and most effective approaches into a results-oriented therapy style. Dr. Hayes employs such tools as EMDR (trauma reduction technique), Depth Oriented Brief Therapy Training (Coherence Therapy), Neuro-Emotional Technique (NET), the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), and the Bio-Energetic Synchronization Technique (BEST).In addition to his role as therapist and parenting expert, he speaks professionally on a wide variety of topics related to mental health, relationships, and the mind/body connection.

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Kelly Jensen - Editor Of Don't Call Me Crazy: 33 Voices Start The Conversation About Mental Health

4/9/2024
It’s hard to have a conversation with others about mental health issues because some people might misconstrue it as crazy. The mental health issue is not craziness, so Don’t Call Me Crazy! In this episode, Kelly Jensen, an Editor at Book Riot, unravels the pages of Don’t Call Me Crazy: 33 Voices Start the Conversation About Mental Health. The book delves into the world of mental health through 33 different voices, contributing personal stories about the challenges they go through with mental health issues. Let’s join Kelly in this conversation and understand the importance of normalizing discussions about mental health. Tune in to this episode today! Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:38:47

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Nadine Pfeifer And The Hopstair Confidence-Building App

4/2/2024
The key to building your confidence is in your hands. No, really. It could literally be at the tip of your finger when you use Hopstair, an ingenious app that helps people build self-confidence, even at their lowest point. Don’t be fooled by how it sounds. There so much more complexity to the concept of confidence than most people know, and understanding it might just be what you need to achieve what you’re meant to achieve. Luckily for us, Hopstair’s creator, Nadine Pfeifer, breaks down this beautifully complex topic into smaller concepts that we can understand and begin to implement in our own journeys. This might be your first step to finally unlocking the hidden confidence inside you so you can show up as your best self. Tune in to find out! Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:39:24

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Dale Ryder - Ryder Method Integrative Therapy - Author Of Surviving Irene: A Memoir

3/19/2024
Explore the profound effects of trauma on an individual and delve into the transformative approach of the Ryder Method Integrative Therapy with Dale Ryder. Uncover the intricacies of thriving and healing from diving deep into traumatic experiences as Dale emphasizes the significance of addressing various needs—physical, emotional, and spiritual. Drawing from her own journey of personal growth, Dale shares valuable insights that extend to aiding families in the process of generational healing. Embark on a journey towards understanding and healing as Dale guides you through the gates of transformative recovery. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:36:35

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Dr. David Gruder And The Center For Enlightened Spiritual Sovereignty - Part 2

3/12/2024
As the hijacking of humanity continues to bring about a more dysfunctional society, what can be done to secure an enlightened future? Timothy J. Hayes, Psy.D returns with Dr. David Gruder, who talks about his solution through The Center For Enlightened Spiritual Sovereignty. In this second part of their discussion, the two break down the center’s SPARK Blueprint, a roadmap that guides people on emerging in their authentic ways and contribute to developing a much better world. Dr. Gruder talks about his desire to reimagine humanity, explaining why now is the perfect time to be more conscious about the concepts, beliefs, and perspectives that we embrace. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:37:21

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Dr. David Gruder And The Center For Enlightened Spiritual Sovereignty - Part 1

3/5/2024
There are countless beliefs, ideologies, and perspectives that mold society today, and unfortunately not all of them consider our best interests. Some are focused on the hijacking of humanity, trapping everyone on an endless slippery slope. Delving into this alarming problem with Timothy J. Hayes, Psy.D is award-winning clinical and organizational psychologist Dr. David Gruder. In this first part of their insightful discussion, they talk about the three holes of humanity, the five aspects of the hijacking of humanity, and the two symptoms of a dysfunctional society. Dr. Gruder also explains how the concept of the American Dream causes people to chase distorted ideas of happiness, kills the intuitive mind, and pushes us further away from a complete revisioning of humanity. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:36:03

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Judith Pinkerton Licensed Music Therapist And Creator Of Music4Life® And The Music Medicine Protocol

2/27/2024
Music is a gift that unfolds the intricacies of human experience as it evokes emotions, stirs memories, and influences our well-being. But did you know that music can also be a powerful tool for healing and well-being? In this episode, Judith Pinkerton, the Creator of Music4Life® and the Music Medicine Protocol, weaves into the tapestry of healing and well-being through the beauty of Music Therapy. She also touches on the article talking about post-traumatic disorder and the music medicine prescription. In this episode, Judith also brings a surprise for everyone, and that is not something you want to miss. Join in as we unveil the beauty of music and the power it holds towards healing. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:42:32

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Bill Stierle - More On The Emotional Sobriety Solution

2/6/2024
Bill Stierle is an expert in human behavior and the author of The Emotional Sobriety Solution: Have More Joy In Your Life In Less Than 30 Days. He argues that many of our life struggles stem from unhealthy emotional patterns and ineffective communication. To fully address that problem, Bill delves into the second half of his new book. He explains how a person can shift out from being a “Nice Dead Person.” Bill also recognizes the shame people struggle with and explains the four points of the Shame Cycle. He also talks about the Four Horsemen of a Relationship Apocalypse. So, don’t miss this opportunity with Bill to learn how people can communicate and express themselves without blame and judgment towards each other. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:43:26

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Ardeshir Mehran, Ph.D. Author Of You Are Not Depressed - You Are Un-Finished

1/30/2024
The transformative book, You Are Not Depressed, You Are Un-Finished, challenges the status quo by debunking the myth of depression as an unchangeable mood disorder. The brains behind this seminal work belong to Dr. Ardeshir Mehran, a trailblazer in the realm of mental health. With a rich background in psychology, behavioral research, and transformational leadership, Dr. Mehran brings over 30 years of experience to the table. In this conversation, we delve into Dr. Mehran's journey, from his academic achievements at Columbia University to his impactful roles in corporate leadership. Discover how he disrupts traditional mental health approaches, offering more effective practices to heal depression and alleviate emotional suffering globally. Dr. Mehran redefines emotional struggles as consequences, not causes, and illuminate how they can serve as a powerful nudge for awakening and reclaiming our emotional rights. Tune in to learn how to analyze your emotions and body, pivoting from symptom management to living a more fulfilled life. Dr. Mehran guides us through the essence of his book, emphasizing that depression and anxiety are signals urging us to reclaim our emotional lives. Tune in! Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:43:02

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Wendy Cole - Transition Mentor

1/9/2024
Transformation begins when we challenge our beliefs and courageously align with our authentic selves. Hear Wendy Cole, a transition mentor, as she shares stories of life-altering transitions, drawing from her own. As a born transgender, Wendy entered a world where societal norms clashed with her inner truth. Learn about the internal conflicts she had to face, and how her beliefs shifted to help her pursue her authenticity. She highlights the key elements of personal growth, including spotlighting the significance of challenging limiting beliefs, practicing mindfulness, and experiencing real-life situations. What she learned the most, however, was the importance of going through life's transitions with courage and grace. Tune in now and give your authentic self a chance. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:40:18

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Bill Stierle - Author Of The Emotional Sobriety Solution

1/2/2024
Communication is a key to helping your relationship with others. A better communicator requires empathy in communication to better understand others and foster better bonds. In this episode, Bill Stierle, the Author of The Emotional Sobriety Solution: Have More Joy In Your Life In Less Than 30 Days, discusses techniques to communicate with others in a non-violent way. He also suggests removing judgmental language from your narrative is important in making your observation. Bill touches on a valuable discussion rooted in biology and language to understand your emotions, be in control in stressful conversations, and navigate into social interaction. Tune in to this episode now. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:50:25

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Mia Greco, MS, MPH, RD, LDN - Pioneering A Revolutionary Paradigm Shift In Nutritional Counseling

12/26/2023
Did you know that weight stigma is the leading cause of stress and trauma for those with larger bodies? With ASDAH, you get equal access to healthcare and combat weight stigma. In this episode, Mia Greco, the Owner of Olive Branch Nutrition in Huntley, Illinois, takes us into nutritional counseling and shares her insights on intuitive eating and the Health at Every Size movement. She also discusses the role of ASDAH (Association of Size Diversity and Health) in equalizing healthcare and helping combat weight stigma. Mia’s insights brought to light the importance of nutritional counseling in dealing with eating disorders. Let’s join hand-in-hand in protecting our health and valuing nutritional counseling by tuning in to this episode with Mia Greco today. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:34:15

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Mia Greco, MS, MPH, RD, LDN - Pioneering A Revolutionary Paradigm Shift In Nutritional Counseling

12/26/2023
Did you know that weight stigma is the leading cause of stress and trauma for those with larger bodies? With ASDAH, you get equal access to healthcare and combat weight stigma. In this episode, Mia Greco, the Owner of Olive Branch Nutrition in Huntley, Illinois, takes us into nutritional counseling and shares her insights on intuitive eating and the Health at Every Size movement. She also discusses the role of ASDAH (Association of Size Diversity and Health) in equalizing healthcare and helping combat weight stigma. Mia’s insights brought to light the importance of nutritional counseling in dealing with eating disorders. Let’s join hand-in-hand in protecting our health and valuing nutritional counseling by tuning in to this episode with Mia Greco today. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:34:15

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Andrea Alexander - Certified Facilitator – Anxiety Expert And Transformational Mindset Coach

12/19/2023
Pain and emotional patterns reside in the unconscious mind. Andrea Alexander learned how to tap into this area to turn her traumatic experiences around and become a transformational mindset coach. In this episode, she shares her inspiring journey with Timothy J. Hayes, Psy.D and Mark Hattas, detailing how she transformed her experiences as a sexual abuse victim into a beacon of hope for those going through the same challenges. Andrea also talks about the immense power of eye reading and the concept of codependency. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:43:17

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Melissa Hiemann - Teaching People To Heal From Effects Of Trauma

11/14/2023
Healing begins when you embrace your inner child and offer them the love and compassion they've always deserved. In this episode, Melissa Hiemann discusses the art of healing from the deep-rooted effects of trauma. Join us as she explores holistic methods and practices to address emotional wounds, both big and small. As a passionate advocate for trauma healing, she shares her journey with the revolutionary Root Cause Therapy method. More than her own personal transformation, Melissa also discusses deeply the connection between unresolved trauma and the issues we face as adults. Tune in now and empower yourself with the knowledge and techniques to heal from the effects of trauma. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:35:12

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Christina Woods - Empowering Women

10/10/2023
Getting rid of your limiting beliefs is quite a challenge, especially with all the unnecessary noise in the world. For clinical hypnotherapist Christina Woods, the answer is found deep within yourself – all you have to do is dig deep. Sitting down with Timothy J. Hayes, Psy.D, she shares how she guides clients in connecting with their intuition and experiencing life on a different level. They discuss the concept of emotional hygiene, the importance of having a consistent morning practice, and the power of meditation. Christina also talks about the different methods she uses and how she started studying hypnotherapy at 50 years old. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:34:23

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Jonathan S. Marion, Ph.D. - Cultural Anthropologist And Life Coach

10/3/2023
Navigating your life requires you to start moving, or you won't go far. It doesn't matter if we trudge in an unknown path or end with a detour; authentically living your life means living it meaningfully. Today, Jonathan S. Marion, a Cultural Anthropologist and Life Coach, delves into the BEING Model to live truly aligned, rewarding, and meaningful lives. His insights guide navigating the flow of the river of life to create a ripple effect in our waterways. Let's tread in today's discussion and let Jonathan lead us to transform our lives. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:39:10

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Mary Hoggatt: Couples Therapy Influenced By Internal Family Systems

9/19/2023
Are you in a constant war with yourself, like you want something, but part of you doesn’t want it? You might want to listen to today’s topic if you carry those opposing parts inside you. Mary Hoggatt, the Founder of True Adventure Counseling, takes us into couples therapy influenced by internal family systems. She explains how false identities impact our lives. Also, Mary urges everyone to do their identity work. Stop living your false identity and start healing yourself by treading towards a true adventure with Mary Hoggatt. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:40:27

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Stephen Jacobs, Author Of Mental Illness - A Support Guide For Families And Friends

9/5/2023
Within life's storms, we discover the power to transform adversity into growth, and in the depths of our struggles, we find the strength to heal. For today’s episode, we dive into a topic that affects countless lives but is often shrouded in stigma and misunderstanding – mental illness. With Stephen Jacobs, the author of Mental Illness: A Support Guide for Families and Friends, we discuss how to understand and navigate the complexities of mental health struggles. Stephen candidly shares his own story, where his wife's battle with mental illness propelled him into uncharted territory. He shares his profound realization: we’re all interconnected. Through his book, he introduces a step-by-step approach that empowers individuals to confront and transform their experiences. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable perspectives and tools to support mental well-being in yourself and your loved ones. Tune in now. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:44:10

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Mallory Willis: The Important Role Of Pelvic Health In Mental Health

8/29/2023
Did you know that our pelvic health plays a huge role in our overall health? In this episode, we discuss the connection between our pelvic health and mental health. Mallory Willis, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, explains the essential role of pelvic health in our overall physical, mental, and emotional health. The mind-body energy system contributes so much to how we function, and that should be what therapists should explore. Mallory’s expertise allows her to help individuals change how they respond to stress. Tune in to this episode to find value in our pelvic health. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:31:25

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Randye Kaye - Schizophrenia: 3 Moms In The Trenches

8/22/2023
Through the trenches of schizophrenia, love becomes our compass, resilience our strength, and hope our guide. A passionate advocate and author, Randye Kaye shares her journey as a mother navigating the challenges of having a child with schizophrenia, alongside two other mothers in a similar situation. She highlights the rollercoaster of emotions she experienced, from the initial diagnosis to the ongoing effort to provide her son with the best possible care. She talks about the complexities of mental illness and the impact it has not only on the individual but also on their loved ones. With her warm and relatable demeanor, Randye opens up about the delicate balance between acceptance and hope, emphasizing the power of action, engagement, and gratitude in her personal journey. Randye also shares her acronym for coping: BREATHE – Being Present, Engaging, Accepting Reality, Trusting, finding Humor, and cultivating Esteem. Whether facing mental health challenges or not, Randye's insights resonate universally, reminding us that compassion, understanding, and a positive mindset can create a more empathetic and connected world. Tune in now! Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the On Your Mind Community today: journeysdream.orgTwitterInstagramFacebookYouTube

Duration:00:35:49