Are we losing the human element in mental health?

In this week’s episode, we sit down with Kirkland Newman, Executive Director of IMMH and founder of the Horizon Foundation, to bridge the gap between global trauma and individual healing.

From the staggering statistics of global displacement to the "man-made" stress of modern life, we explore why community, purpose, and education are the three fundamental pillars of our mental wellbeing.

We’re diving into:

• The Roots of Trauma: How events like the Holocaust and global conflicts impact biochemistry across generations.
• The Future of AI: Can a "soul-sucking robot" actually help us stay human and regulate our nervous systems?
• Whole-Person Healing: Moving beyond symptoms to address the biochemical, psycho-spiritual, and lifestyle root causes of the mental health crisis.

It’s time to stop othering and start rehumanizing. One nervous system at a time.

Follow on her socials: https://www.instagram.com/mindhealth360/ https://www.facebook.com/MindHealth360 https://www.youtube.com/c/TheMindHealth360Show

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Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic.

Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.

Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

Are we missing the "front door" to our children’s wellness? 🏫

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Amelia Kelley—author, researcher, and TEDx speaker—to discuss a simple yet revolutionary solution for the mental health crisis: mandated mental health screenings in schools. Dr. Kelley shares her journey from being a school counselor to collaborating with U.S. Senators to rewrite legislation that could change the future for our kids. We dive into why we screen for vision and hearing but often wait until a child is in a full-blown crisis before checking on their emotional well-being.

In this episode, we explore:

• The Power of Early Detection: How a simple, free screener can identify warning signs of suicide, violence, and chronic struggle before they escalate.
• Beyond Bullying: Understanding the biological impact of isolation and "ostracizing" on a child's brain and immune system.
• Actionable Advocacy: Why you don't need to be a politician to make a difference—and how to start the conversation with your local PTA or administrators.
• Normalizing Big Feelings: Moving away from "what's wrong with you" and toward a culture of curiosity and support.

"We cannot keep talking about normalizing mental health... that would be like saying I want to normalize wearing glasses, but I’m not going to screen anyone for vision." — Dr. Amelia Kelley

🎧 Tune in to learn how we can bridge the gap in our school systems and catch our kids before they fall.

Additional Resources:

🤔 QUIZ: What Type of Anxiety Do You Deal With?

👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health with this dosha quiz

💡Join Dr. Nicole's membership: The Holistic Wellness Collective

👉Learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals

👉 Order Supplements Here

📖 Buy the book: PANIC PROOF: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever

💻 Check out the available online courses:

• Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success
• Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper

💕 Stay connected with us:

• Dr. Nicole on Instagram
• Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram

Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic.

Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.

Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

In our latest episode, we sit down with Dr. Leslie Korn to discuss the urgent need for a more humane and equitable approach to wellness. With years of experience navigating healthcare in both the U.S. and Mexico, Dr. Korn brings a powerful perspective on why our current model is failing and—more importantly—how we can fix it.

Highlights from Dr. Korn:

• A Call for Compassion: Why we must shift toward "humane" models of care that prioritize the patient over the process.
• The Social Connection: Addressing the "social determinants" of health—like food security and poverty—to truly tackle the mental health crisis.
• Accessible Nutrition: A look at simple, effective interventions (like Vitamin D and Omega-3s) that should be available to everyone as a public health right.
• Collaborative Care: Why integrating bodywork and traditional holistic practices into clinics is the key to managing chronic pain and mental wellness.

"I have no more patience for it personally," Dr. Korn shares regarding the current system's inequities. It is time to bridge the gap between social justice and holistic health.

🎧 Tune in now to hear Dr. Leslie Korn’s roadmap for a healthier, more integrated future! Follow her on her socials: https://www.instagram.com/dr.lesliekorn/ https://www.facebook.com/drlesliekorn1/

Additional Resources:

🤔 QUIZ: What Type of Anxiety Do You Deal With?

👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health with this dosha quiz

💡Join Dr. Nicole's membership: The Holistic Wellness Collective

👉Learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals

👉 Order Supplements Here

📖 Buy the book: PANIC PROOF: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever

💻 Check out the available online courses:

• Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success
• Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper

💕 Stay connected with us:

• Dr. Nicole on Instagram
• Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram

Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic.

Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.

Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

Is the healthcare system really designed to keep us healthy?

In this episode of the Holistic Inner Balance Podcast, we examine the dysfunction within the modern healthcare system and explore a different path forward: focusing on root cause healing instead of symptom management.

You’ll learn about: • The concept of green allopathy and why it may still miss the root cause • Why Americans spend over $15,000 per person on healthcare • How lifestyle, food, and environment influence long-term wellness • Simple ways to move closer to nature and support the body’s healing capacity

Instead of relying on quick fixes or expensive biohacking trends, this conversation highlights the power of small daily habits, health literacy, and strong community.

If you’re looking for a more natural and empowered approach to wellness, this episode is for you.

Additional Resources:

🤔 QUIZ: What Type of Anxiety Do You Deal With?

👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health with this dosha quiz

💡Join Dr. Nicole's membership: The Holistic Wellness Collective

👉Learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals

👉 Order Supplements Here

📖 Buy the book: PANIC PROOF: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever

💻 Check out the available online courses:

• Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success
• Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper

💕 Stay connected with us:

• Dr. Nicole on Instagram
• Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram

Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic.

Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.

Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

Why can’t I just go to Target and get any random face wash?

Or why shouldn’t I just go to Sephora and buy the first foundation I see that is recommended by Kylie Jenner?

How the products we use can affect our mental health. PLUS: All about our soul-bestie, KB.

Today’s guest is Kate Middleton, also known as “KB,” a Toxic Free Lifestyle Advisor and Mindset Coach from central California. She’s the founder of Toxic Free with KB, a podcast and wellness blog where she helps people improve their health by reducing toxic exposure in daily life. Inspired by her own journey through autoimmune struggles, KB blends functional nutrition, Ayurveda, and other healing practices to empower others to become their own best health advocates. Follow her on social media: https://www.instagram.com/toxicfree.kb

https://www.youtube.com/@ToxicFreewithKB

Additional Resources:

🤔 QUIZ: What Type of Anxiety Do You Deal With?

👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health with this dosha quiz

💡Join Dr. Nicole's membership: The Holistic Wellness Collective

👉Learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals

👉 Order Supplements Here

📖 Buy the book: PANIC PROOF: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever

💻 Check out the available online courses:

• Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success
• Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper

💕 Stay connected with us:

• Dr. Nicole on Instagram
• Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram

Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic.

Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.

Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

Today, we're diving into how to navigate your darkest moments and emerge from grief, trauma, and pain into a future filled with hope, resilience, and joy.

Dr. Samantha Blake Harte is a physical therapist, choreographer, speaker, podcast host, author, and retreat leader dedicated to helping others find their way through life’s toughest challenges. In her book, “Breaking The Circuit: How To Rewire Your Mind for Hope, Resilience and Joy in the Face of Trauma,” Dr. Harte shares her deeply personal journey—including her mother’s mental illness and her own struggles with betrayal, loss, and addiction—and offers a transformative blueprint for overcoming adversity and reclaiming joy.

Note: Trigger warning sensitive content discussed in this episode

https://drsamanthaharte.com/

Additional Resources:

🤔 QUIZ: What Type of Anxiety Do You Deal With?

👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health with this dosha quiz

💡Join Dr. Nicole's membership: The Holistic Wellness Collective

👉Learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals

👉 Order Supplements Here

📖 Buy the book: PANIC PROOF: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever

💻 Check out the available online courses:

• Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success
• Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper

💕 Stay connected with us:

• Dr. Nicole on Instagram
• Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram

Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic.

Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.

Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

Joe Nucci is an expert in breaking down how people talk about mental health. He’s a psychotherapist who corrects widely misused terms, adds valuable nuance and explains complex ideas in ways anyone can understand. Joe reached over 10 million people in his first 6 months of posting content. His upcoming book "Psychobabble" explores why mental health information is so confusing to navigate and how to more easily understand different perspectives about mental health. Psychobabble Viral Mental Health Myths & the Truths to Set You Free By Joe Nucci, LPC https://www.harpercollins.com/products/psychobabble-joe-nucci-lpc?variant=43731707461666 Find more about him: https://www.instagram.com/joenuccitherapy/ https://joenuccitherapy.com/

Additional Resources:

🤔 QUIZ: What Type of Anxiety Do You Deal With?

👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health with this dosha quiz

💡Join Dr. Nicole's membership: The Holistic Wellness Collective

👉Learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals

👉 Order Supplements Here

📖 Buy the book: PANIC PROOF: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever

💻 Check out the available online courses:

• Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success
• Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper

💕 Stay connected with us:

• Dr. Nicole on Instagram
• Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram

Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic.

Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.

Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

What do ghrelin, cortisol, insulin, and female sex hormones all have in common? In this episode, you’ll discover the fascinating relationship between your emotions, hormones, and eating patterns—and how understanding this connection can open the door to true healing and freedom. Amber Romaniuk is an Emotional Eating, Digestive and Hormone Expert, with 12 years experience helping high achieving women create a level of body confidence, intuition and optimal health through powerful mindset healing, self-care and overcoming self-sabotage with food. Having personally overcome a long battle with emotional eating—including gaining and losing over 1,000 pounds, spending more than $50,000 on binge foods, and dedicating five years to restoring her hormones and digestion—Amber has intimately dismantled the limiting beliefs and patterns that once kept her stuck. Today, she empowers others to experience life-changing breakthroughs and achieve what she calls “Body Freedom™”—the confidence, health, and vitality to create amazing lives. Follow her socials: https://amberapproved.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/amberromaniuk

Additional Resources:

🤔 QUIZ: What Type of Anxiety Do You Deal With?

👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health with this dosha quiz

💡Join Dr. Nicole's membership: The Holistic Wellness Collective

👉Learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals

👉 Order Supplements Here

📖 Buy the book: PANIC PROOF: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever

💻 Check out the available online courses:

• Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success
• Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper

💕 Stay connected with us:

• Dr. Nicole on Instagram
• Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram

Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic.

Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.

Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.