Unmasked

A Mental Health Podcast

Debunking Myths and Navigating Eating Disorders
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Debunking Myths and Navigating Eating Disorders

In this episode of UnmaskedDr. Courtney Ward sits down with Kristine Sinner, a dietitian and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist. Together, they peel back the layers of one of the most misunderstood categories of mental health: eating disorders.

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Healing the Invisible Wounds: Can You Really Recover from PTSD?
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Healing the Invisible Wounds: Can You Really Recover from PTSD?

Dr. Courtney Ward and Amber Nunes are joined once again by licensed therapist and trauma specialist, Monisha Mitchell. We're diving deep into the most important question: Can people truly heal from trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?

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A Therapist's View: What Truly Defines Trauma?
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A Therapist's View: What Truly Defines Trauma?

Welcome back to Unmasked! Dr. Courtney Ward and Amber Nunes are joined by a special guest, Monisha Mitchell, LCSW, CCTP (owner of Monisha Mitchell, LCSW, LLC). In this vital episode, we dive into the complex topic of trauma.

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ADHD Unveiled: Beyond the Attention Deficit
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ADHD Unveiled: Beyond the Attention Deficit

In this highly requested episode, we're tackling a topic that touches countless lives: ADHD. We're joined by licensed mental health counselor and clinical director, Rob Kern, from the Cabin Counseling and Resource Center. Rob helps us reframe our understanding of ADHD, revealing that it's not a deficit of attention but rather a challenge in directing it.

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Understanding Autism: A Lifelong Journey
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Understanding Autism: A Lifelong Journey

Join Dr. Courtney Ward and Kristen Bitzegaio as they welcome special guests Dr. Sandy Burkhart and Andrea Zacharias for a foundational discussion on autism. This episode aims to move beyond common misconceptions and establish a working definition of autism.

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Navigating Family Conflict: A Path to Resolution
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Navigating Family Conflict: A Path to Resolution

Join Dr. Courtney Ward and Kristen Bitzegaio as they welcome special guest Tess Morrell, an attorney and family mediator with Resolution Mediation. Tess, whose background blends law with an interdisciplinary study of human behavior, shares invaluable insights on navigating family conflict and fostering healthy resolution.

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Navigating First Steps: Therapy for Children and Teens
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Navigating First Steps: Therapy for Children and Teens

On this episode of Unmasked, Dr. Courtney Ward and Kristen Bitzegaio welcome Laura Weaver, Executive Director of The Cabin Counseling and Resource Center. They discuss a crucial topic for many families: how children get started in therapy.

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Beyond the Scoreboard: Prioritizing Athlete Mental Well-being
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Beyond the Scoreboard: Prioritizing Athlete Mental Well-being

On this insightful episode of Unmasked, hosts Dr. Courtney Ward and Kristen Bitzegaio are joined by special guest Brian Tremml, M.A., M.S., a licensed mental health provider and Director of Mental Health Services for Athletics at Butler University. Brian delves into his pioneering role in supporting student-athletes, discussing how he addresses both performance psychology and clinical mental health concerns.

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Exploring Different Forms of Therapy
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Exploring Different Forms of Therapy

So you’re ready to start therapy, but don’t know what you’re looking for. In this episode of Unmasked, our host, Dr. Courtney Ward, is joined by Kristen Bitzegaio and Eleanor Malinoski, MSW, LCSW, of The Centre, to discuss different types of therapy and what might be the right fit for you.

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Getting Started with Therapy
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Getting Started with Therapy

In the first episode of “Unmasked,” our host, Dr. Courtney Ward, is joined by Kristen Bitzegaio and Amber Nunes to talk about getting started with therapy.

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