Mental Health-ish
Welcome to "Mental Health-ish". This podcast is dedicated to women who are seeking to redefine life by prioritizing their mental health and exploring all aspects of their well-being. Join us as we dive deep into conversations about mental health, self-discovery, personal growth, relationships, career, and everything in between. Our goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where women can freely explore their challenges, triumphs, and aspirations. Each episode features insightful interviews, empowering stories, and practical advice from experts in various fields or people from all walks of life. Get ready to redefine what wellness means for you and embark on a transformative journey towards thriving on your own terms. It's time to embrace your mental health and unlock your limitless potential.
Hosted by: Susie
IG: @mentalhealth.ish
www.mentalhealth-ish.com
Episodes
65 episodes
The Pressure to be the Parent You Never Had
The moment I held my daughter for the first time, my heart felt like it would burst with love. That powerful experience became the catalyst for my healing journey, highlighting a painful question: why wasn't my own mother ever affectionate with...
Goldfish Flashbacks
Help! My daughter won a goldfish and now I'm 8 again! Emma returned from the fair clutching a plastic bag with a tiny orange fish, my initial reaction of dread quickly transformed into a childhood flashback. Let's talk emotional support animals...
Surviving a Narcissistic Relationship
When Debbie accepted messages from a man who found her through a tagged Instagram post, she couldn't have predicted the 18-month nightmare that would follow. Her story reveals how narcissistic abuse escalates from subtle control tactics to full...
My Gallbladder Ghosted Me (And Other Life Updates)
This episode also explores the evolution of co-parenting during holidays—moving from tears when my daughter leaves to a mature understanding that supporting her relationship with her father isn't about my feelings. I share the unexpected advent...
Taking the Leap That Scares You
What happens when the success stories you're told don't match your reality? For Raul Lopez, this disconnect became the catalyst for creating something new. Growing up undocumented with a truck driver father who pushed college as the only path f...
Toxic Ties: The Impact of Our Friends
Join us for a reflective conversation on the critical importance of the friends we choose to keep in our lives. We dive deep into how friendships can impact our decisions—positively or negatively—and the ways they shape our well-being. The disc...
Yelling Yourself to Action
In this episode, we unpack how our internal narratives often exaggerate the challenges of everyday tasks, making even simple chores feel overwhelming. We explore how reframing our thoughts can lead to action. We also discuss the importanc...
Rainy Day Walks
Rain has a unique way of wrapping the world in a soothing embrace, and during a cold, rainy week, I found myself recording from my cozy home studio, reminiscing about the delight and calm these days bring to my life. Let's talk transitions from...
Rebuilding Identity After Breakup
Relationships after divorce can be challenging, and reflecting on past decisions often leads to valuable life lessons. The episode emphasizes the importance of taking time for self-discovery, avoiding the rush into new relationships, and the ce...
From Wildfires to TikTok: Navigating Chaos
Its been a wild start to 2025. I've found myself grappling with a mysterious illness, the aftermath of wildfires decimating California, advocating for Emma through the educational maze.The digital landscape, too, has been disrupted as T...
Finding Calm After the Holiday Storm
Ever felt the rush and then the crash after the holiday season? This episode of Mental Health-ish takes you on a personal journey through the whirlwind of Christmas madness, from the exhilarating highs of gift shopping and gingerbread house bui...
Why Does Time Speed Up as We Age
Remember those endless days of childhood when summer seemed to stretch on forever? Now, as adults, many of us feel like time slips through our fingers, with packed schedules and constant busyness. On this episode of the Mental Health-ish Podcas...
Holiday Blues
Can the magic of the holidays coexist with loneliness and unmet expectations? Join me as I navigate the bittersweet journey of the festive season and what has helped me find peace in a season that once brought sorrow. Lets talk about coping mec...
Another Year Older & Angrier
Have you ever noticed that as the years go by, your tolerance for life's little annoyances seems to shrink? Join me as we unpack this common thread many of us encounter: growing irritability. In this episode of Mental Health-ish, we talk about ...
The Pressure & Anxiety of Parenting
Navigating the first week of school can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. The transition back to school can be challenging for both parents and children, especially in terms of adjusting to a stable routine. There has been an increase in cr...
Manipulative Bosses and Toxic Workplaces
Ever felt overwhelmed by a boss who seems to shower you with praise just to get what they want? Join me in this revealing episode of Mental Health-ish, where I share my personal run-in with "flattery bombing"—a manipulative tactic my supervisor...
Healing Trauma Through Breathwork Transformation
What if you could unlock profound healing and release deeply held traumas through your breath alone? Join us as we journey with Megan, and discover her life-changing encounter with conscious connected breathwork. Megan is the founder of Unity B...
Exploring Money Trauma Boundaries
Have you ever felt the weight of money trauma shaping your financial habits and mental health? Listen as I recount the challenges of rebuilding friendships and a new identity post-divorce, and the pivotal moments that made me confront my financ...
Balancing Autoimmune Disease and Mental Health
Personal Story: Esperanza shares her journey of dealing with rheumatoid arthritis and mental health challenges. She discusses the connection between childhood trauma and her physical health, as well as the importance of seeking help and finding...
Thriving Beyond Conventional Medicine
Experience a new era of health transformation with our special guest, a leading expert in mind-body functional transformative medicine. Lera Mikhailova is the founder & CEO of Whole Womanhood, a holistic practice integrating functional medi...
Harnessing Feminine and Masculine Energies
Dr. Orr shares her transformative journey into energy medicine, which began at the age of 18 when she successfully overcame severe phobias using neuroemotional technique (NET) and other energy practices. Explore the fascinating interplay b...
Transforming Pain into Purpose
Imagine facing the darkest moments of your life and emerging not just as a survivor, but as an advocate for others. That’s exactly what Debbie Debonair has done. In our heartfelt conversation, Debbie shares her tumultuous journey through three ...
Living Life Beyond the 9-to-5 Grind
Ever wondered how to break free from the conventional nine-to-five grind and embrace a life full of travel and adventure? Addie Wieland is a licensed clinical social worker, therapist, entrepreneur, private practice owner, a...