Mental Health Raw and Open

A raw and open conversation about all things mental health. Join me on my journey as we chat with people from all different walks of life, about their stories with mental health.
A raw and open conversation about all things mental health. Join me on my journey as we chat with people from all different walks of life, about their stories with mental health.
About the Podcast
Hi, and welcome back to the Mental Health Raw and Open Podcast. I am your host Jody. I started this podcast many years back but took a break for a few years to work on myself. I am back now to provide a platform for others to share their stories with mental health. Join us as we delve into everything mental health. If you wish to share and be a guest, please message me and we will make it happen. I want to give a shout out to my producer, friend, and editor Dorian Kent, who is making this process smooth and easy. I am excited to get this up and running again, and looking forward to chatting with guests, and hearing from listeners.
Episodes
Episodes



Oct 17, 2025
Oct 17, 2025
39 min
Welcome to the Mental Health Raw and Open Podcast. On this episode, I had the honour of speaking with Dr. Christina Stai, a licensed clinical psychologist and the owner of Holistic Resources LLC, where she specializes in neurodivergence and trauma work. She is also the Author of "What Is Autism" and "Don't Pass It On".
You can reach Dr Christina Stai at any of the following links:
https://holisticresourcesclinic.com/
On X: https://x.com/DoctorStai
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christina.girlando
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.christina.stai
You can find her book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Dont-Pass-You-Break-Cycle-ebook/dp/B09RMK3BVL?ref_=ast_author_mpb
If you enjoyed the show, please feel free to support us at:
https://ko-fi.com/jodyb1371
You can reach us at:
X: https://x.com/startinganew13
https://x.com/MHRawAndOpen
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563008703727
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mhrawandopen/
Email: mhrawandopen@gmail.com
Lastly, a thank you to our sponsor, Shonna Hawkins Photography
https://shonna-hawkins.pixels.com



Oct 9, 2025
Oct 9, 2025
1hr 47 min
Welcome to the Mental Health Raw and Open Podcast. On this episode, we chat with Psychic Medium Keith Martin about the spiritual aspect of healing.
You can find Keith on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=keith%20martin%20psychic%20medium
If you enjoy this episode, give us a follow or like at:
https://x.com/startinganew13
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If you wish to show your support: https://ko-fi.com/jodyb1371
Lastly, a thank you to our sponsor Shonna Hawkins Photography http://shonnahawkins.smugmug.com



Sep 12, 2025
Sep 12, 2025
56 min
Welcome to the Mental Health Raw and Open Podcast. Today's episode features Amy Pagett. Amy is a Certified Trauma-Informed Coach, a Somatic Practitioner, and a Reiki Master.
You can find Amy on Twitter: https://x.com/AimTrue7
or at her website: https://www.aimtruecoaching.com/



Jul 11, 2025
Jul 11, 2025
1hr 12 min
Welcome to the Mental Health Raw and Open Podcast. Our special guest today is Firefighter Chris Moore. Chris has a wonderful story to share, and we are grateful he chose us to share it with. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did.



May 9, 2025
May 9, 2025
1hr 8 min
Welcome to the Mental Health Raw and Open Podcast. Today's special guest is Dr Muriel Boven. Dr Boven is a psychiatrist, writer, artist, and holistic health advocate. Apart from traveling, most of her time has been dedicated to grasping the underlying wisdom of the psyche. You can reach Dr Boven at https://www.drpsyqi.com/my-story
If you enjoy the podcast and wish to show your support:
https://ko-fi.com/jodyb1371
Shout out to our sponsor Shawna Hawkins Photography:
http://shonnahawkins.smugmug.com
You can reach us at:
https://x.com/startinganew13
https://x.com/MHRawAndOpen
https://www.instagram.com/mhrawandopen/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563008703727
If you have a show idea, or wish to be a guest:
mhrawandopen@gmail.com



Apr 25, 2025
Apr 25, 2025
1hr 11 min
Welcome to the Mental Health Raw and Open Podcast. In today's episode, we chatted with US Navy Veteran Julie Marie. Julie shares your journey with mental health struggles and how she overcame them.
You can find Julie Marie on X at: https://x.com/juleighmarie
Shout out to our sponsor Shonna Hawkins Photography http://shonnahawkins.smugmug.com
If you enjoy the show, feel free to buy us a coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/jodyb1371
You can reach us at:
https://x.com/startinganew13
https://x.com/MHRawAndOpen
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563008703727
https://www.instagram.com/mhrawandopen/
mhrawandopen@gmail.com



Apr 4, 2025
Apr 4, 2025
58 min
Welcome to the Mental Health Raw and Open Podcast. Today, we chatted with Shawn Coleman. Shawn is a veteran, an ex-policeman and Firefighter, and lives with PTSD. His story is unique and inspiring, and we hope you enjoy it.
You can connect with Shawn on Twitter/X at @HempMan23
Shout out to our sponsor Shonna Hawkins Photography http://shonnahawkins.smugmug.com
If you enjoy the show, feel free to support us at https://ko-fi.com/jodyb1371
You can reach us at:
https://x.com/startinganew13
https://x.com/MHRawAndOpen
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563008703727
mhrawandopen@gmail.com
https://www.instagram.com/mhrawandopen/



Mar 27, 2025
Mar 27, 2025
54 min
Welcome to the Mental Health Raw and Open Podcast. In today's episode, we chat with Brendan, a Stoic coach and mentor who uses the ancient philosophy of Stoicism to help guide his clients through troubled times.
You can find Brendan at https://x.com/BogglesTheStoic or https://viastoica.com/
I want to shout-out to our new sponsor Shonna Hawkins Photography. You can find her incredible photos here: http://shonnahawkins.smugmug.com
You can reach us at:
https://x.com/startinganew13
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563008703727
https://www.instagram.com/mhrawandopen/
mhrawandopen@gmail.com



Mar 21, 2025
Mar 21, 2025
1hr 3 min
Welcome to the Mental Health Raw and Open Podcast. On today's episode, we chat with my dear friend Dustin. Dustin is an artist, a musician, and a Southern gentleman. He has quite the story of overcoming trauma and addiction. We hope you enjoy it.
You can reach Dustin on Twitter (X) @TheNewGnostics
If you enjoy the show, feel free to leave a review or comment, or you can support us at: https://ko-fi.com/jodyb1371
You can reach us at:
https://x.com/startinganew13
https://x.com/MHRawAndOpen
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563008703727
https://www.instagram.com/mhrawandopen/
mhrawandopen@gmail.com



Mar 13, 2025
Mar 13, 2025
43 min
Welcome to the Mental Health Raw and Open Podcast. Our guest on today's episode is Rachel Kaplan. Rachel has turned the odds against her into a gift by helping others.
If you enjoy the podcast and wish to support, any donation is welcome.https://ko-fi.com/jodyb1371
You can reach us at:
https://x.com/startinganew13
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563008703727
https://www.instagram.com/mhrawandopen/
mhrawandopen@gmail.com



Feb 28, 2025
Feb 28, 2025
1hr 14 min
Welcome to the Mental Health Raw and Open Podcast. On today's episode we talk about Bipolar Disorder with Artist Manic. His story is incredible and inspiring, and he has used creativity as a healing outlet to make amazing art. You can see some of his artwork at https://linktr.ee/MaNiCArt
If you enjoy the podcast, feel free to support us at: https://ko-fi.com/jodyb1371
You can reach us at:
https://x.com/startinganew13
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https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563008703727
mhrawandopen@gmail.com
As always, thanks for your support.



Dec 8, 2024
Dec 8, 2024
54 min
Welcome to the Mental Health Raw and Open Podcast. I'm your host, Jody, and in this episode, we chatted with Cimone-Louise. Cimone is a spiritual healer, a Twitter Spaces Host, and a beautiful soul with oceans of love to share.
You can find Cimone-Louise on Twitter https://x.com/Cimone_Louise
Give her a follow and join one of her beautiful spaces.
You can reach me at https://x.com/startinganew13
https://www.instagram.com/jodybetty/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563008703727
Or you can send us a message at: mhrawandopen@gmail.com



Nov 7, 2024
Nov 7, 2024
1hr 12 min
Welcome to the Mental Health Raw and Open Podcast. I am your host Jody, and today's episode is with Don Cribbs.
Don is a CSA survivor, a mental health counselor, and a published author. You can find Don on Twitter: https://x.com/gdcribbs
You can find his book The Packing House on Amazon or at:
https://linktr.ee/gdcribbs
If you enjoy the podcast and wish to show your support:
https://ko-fi.com/jodyb1371
You can reach us at: https://x.com/startinganew13
: https://x.com/MHRawAndOpen
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If you wish to be a guest on the show you can reach us at:
mhrawandopen@gmail.com



Oct 25, 2024
Oct 25, 2024
41 min
Hi, and welcome to the Mental Health Raw and Open Podcast. In today's episode, we chatted with author Jacklena Bentley. Jacklena is a mental health advocate, a trauma survivor, and the author of Part Truths.
You can find out more about Jacklena's story and her book at https://www.jacklenabentley.com/
If you enjoy the show and wish to show your support, feel free to donate a coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/jodyb1371
You can follow and like at: https://x.com/startinganew13
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If you have a show idea or wish to be a guest, please reach out to:
mhrawandopen@gmail.com



Oct 18, 2024
Oct 18, 2024
38 min
Welcome to the Mental Health Raw and Open Podcast. In today's episode, we chat with Dawn Dominguez, an LMFT focusing on marriage, family therapy, and trauma. She is the founder of https://www.windowsofhopecounseling.org/ma. She is the founder of Windows of Hope Counseling, a non-profit center that has helped thousands of people worldwide.
You can find out more about Dawn and Windows of Hope at https://www.windowsofhopecounseling.org/
Dawn will be a show regular as we work together to break down all aspects of trauma.
Thank you all for your support.
You can reach me at: https://x.com/startinganew13
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