Simple Mental Health
37 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 31 ratingsWe speak with professionals, as well as those in the trenches...people who struggle with anxiety and depression and other mental health issues. And we break it down as simply as possible. Mental health is complicated... but I've learned that for some, living with it doesn't have to be. And a basic understanding doesn't have to be either. This is Simple Mental Health.
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I forgot to tell you, the book is available!
September 30, 2023 15:41 - 2 minutes - 2.4 MBThe book is available! Grab it on Amazon or get it at LeftBank books in St. Louis! Self-Discovery Journal Prompts https://a.co/d/bS1s8xm
Big News!
September 14, 2023 20:48 - 3 minutes - 2.9 MBI'm so stoked to announce my new 'book...' actually a journal. Make sure you go to simplementalhealth.me to learn all about it!
Mental Health Awareness Month
May 11, 2023 10:00 - 5 minutes - 4.67 MBWant free stuff? Send me an email here and I'll tell you where to send a self addressed, stamped envelope: [email protected] In this episode of the Simple Mental Health podcast, host Jeff Allen shares his personal story with mental health, specifically his diagnosis of cyclothymia, a milder form of bipolar disorder. He discusses the importance of seeking professional help and finding self-care strategies that work for you, as well as the role that friends and loved ones can ...
Frank King on Suicide Prevention and Postvention
May 31, 2022 09:26 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBTW: Discussion on Suicide throughout episode In today’s episode, Jeff Allen is joined by Frank King, a TEDx coach and a writer for the ‘Tonight Show’. Additionally, Frank is a suicide prevention and postvention public speaker and a comedian. Frank shares his experience with depression and suicide, why people die by suicide, and how to recognize and help people who are suicidal. Moreover, he shares tips and insights about suicide prevention and postvention. In addition, he shares about pass...
Our stories: Matthew Moore
May 24, 2022 09:50 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBIn this episode, Jeff Allen interviews Matthew Moore, a reporter, and producer at KUAF 91.3 National Public Radio. Additionally, Matthew is a podcaster and a mental health activist. He shares his experience with mental health as a child and the stigma that surrounds mental health for Christians In addition, Matthew also shares how mental health stigma affects men and educates people on how to be more compassionate towards those struggling with their mental health. Tune in! During this epi...
Our stories: Sadie & Kate
May 17, 2022 09:03 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBIn today’s episode, Jeff is joined by Sadie Moore and Kate Johnson. Sadie and Kate are the hosts of the ‘Skate Hot Take’ Podcast, which focuses on topics that are important to today’s teens. In this episode, they share some of the sources of stress for teenagers. Additionally, they share how parents can help improve teens’ mental health by engaging in mental health conversations with them. Tune in! During this episode, you will learn about; [00:26] Episode introduction [01:31] What peopl...
Our stories: KSHE95's Lauren "Lern" Elwell
May 10, 2022 09:00 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBIn this amazing episode, Jeff interviews Lauren “Lern” Elwell from KSHE 95 in St. Louis, MO. Lauren is a radio host at KSHE 95 and an advocate of mental health awareness. She shares about the stigma associated with mental health and the importance of mental health awareness. Moreover, she shares what she does to improve her mental health and some of the holistic approaches she uses to fight depression and anxiety. Tune in! During this episode, you will learn about; [00:29] Episode introdu...
Our stories: Honor Heindl
May 03, 2022 09:00 - 23 minutes - 32 MBOne of the most important aspects of life is mental health. It encompasses a person’s emotional, cognitive, and social well-being. It includes our emotional responses to daily events such as success or failure, personal relationships, and work. It’s thus crucial to have skills to cope with the challenges that come with mental health. In today’s episode, Jeff Allen interviews Honor Heindl, a clinical social worker, on how to cope with mental health. Honor shares how she helps people shift fr...
Season three coming and you are all amazing!
March 10, 2022 14:06 - 2 minutes - 1.07 MBJust a little update about season three and a celebration of what you all did! You help someone directly and I’m super proud of you.
Christmas 2021 - Three Mental Health Tips
December 22, 2021 20:00 - 4 minutes - 5.58 MBJust some thoughts on mental health and the Holidays. Merry Everything, Everyone!
Share Your Story (a call to action)
August 31, 2021 18:20 - 1 minute - 3.69 MBThanks to everyone who listened to the podcast this season. I've decided to take a break between seasons so I'm not exactly sure when season three will begin. In the meantime, I'm recording this episode to ask you all to invite your friends to listen. I know the majority of you will hear this and decide not to share. I know this because I've been that person. I'm hoping I'm wrong today. If you would, instead of sharing it as a mass post on your social media accounts, please consider sendin...
Loving Your Person Who Struggles With Mental Health with Cameisha Brewer
August 18, 2021 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24.8 MBToday my guest is Cameisha Brewer. As a therapist, thought life coach, speaker, and writer, Cameisha is passionate about helping people prioritize their mental health. Today, Cameisha and I are going to talk about what it is, and what it looks like, to care for someone with depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues. https://cameishabrewer.com This episode is brought to you in part by WellBeing Brewing. Go to wellbeingbrewing.com and get 10% off your total online order by using cou...
S2E6 Loving Your Person Who Struggles With Mental Health with Cameisha Brewer
August 18, 2021 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24.8 MBToday my guest is Cameisha Brewer. As a therapist, thought life coach, speaker, and writer, Cameisha is passionate about helping people prioritize their mental health. Today, Cameisha and I are going to talk about what it is, and what it looks like, to care for someone with depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues. https://cameishabrewer.com This episode is brought to you in part by WellBeing Brewing. Go to wellbeingbrewing.com and get 10% off your total online order by using cou...
The Importance of Sleep with Dr. Ritu Saluja-Sharma
August 11, 2021 09:00 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBWe're talking SLEEP! Do you get enough sleep? Well, check out this short episode all about it. My guest today is Dr. Saluja-Sharma. She is a double board certified physician, in both Emergency Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine, and the founder of Head Heart Hands, a comprehensive weight loss and wellness program for businesses and individuals. The program is holistic and addresses diet/nutrition, physical activity, decreasing/better managing stress, mindfulness, and improving sleep. By empower...
S2E5 The Importance of Sleep with Dr. Ritu Saluja-Sharma
August 11, 2021 09:00 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBWe're talking SLEEP! Do you get enough sleep? Well, check out this short episode all about it. My guest today is Dr. Saluja-Sharma. She is a double board certified physician, in both Emergency Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine, and the founder of Head Heart Hands, a comprehensive weight loss and wellness program for businesses and individuals. The program is holistic and addresses diet/nutrition, physical activity, decreasing/better managing stress, mindfulness, and improving sleep. By empower...
Boundaries and Positive Self-Talk with Dr. Shad Helmstetter
August 04, 2021 09:00 - 44 minutes - 41.5 MBToday my guest is Dr. Shad Helmstetter and I am SO excited to welcome him. He is the best-selling author of more than 25 books in the field of mental health. He is the pioneering dean in the field of self-talk and the founder of The Self-Talk Institute, which teaches individuals to present self-talk training to groups and organizations, and The Life Coach Institute, which trains and certifies life and business coaches in the U.S. and internationally. His new SelfTalkPlus app helps people lear...
S2E4 Boundaries and Positive Self-Talk with Dr. Shad Helmstetter
August 04, 2021 09:00 - 45 minutes - 42 MBToday my guest is Dr. Shad Helmstetter and I am SO excited to welcome him. He is the best-selling author of more than 25 books in the field of mental health. He is the pioneering dean in the field of self-talk and the founder of The Self-Talk Institute, which teaches individuals to present self-talk training to groups and organizations, and The Life Coach Institute, which trains and certifies life and business coaches in the U.S. and internationally. His new SelfTalkPlus app helps people lear...
S2E3 Chronic Pain and Mental Health with Dallis Meyer
July 28, 2021 09:00 - 33 minutes - 31.2 MBMy guest today is Dallis Meyer. In my mind she is sort of a renaissance woman. Just a few hats she wears: Wife, boy mom, roller derby queen married to the roller derby king, coach, general athlete children's ministry leader, nurse, a fabulous singer and my music buddy (stick around to the end to hear what I mean!) and just the best friend anyone could ask for. Dallis has rheumatoid arthritis which causes her lots of pain and discomfort. In dealing with the pain, she also realized the need to ...
Chronic Pain and Mental Health with Dallis Meyer
July 28, 2021 09:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBMy guest today is Dallis Meyer. In my mind she is sort of a renaissance woman. Just a few hats she wears: Wife, boy mom, roller derby queen married to the roller derby king, coach, general athlete children's ministry leader, nurse, a fabulous singer and my music buddy (stick around to the end to hear what I mean!) and just the best friend anyone could ask for. Dallis has rheumatoid arthritis which causes her lots of pain and discomfort. In dealing with the pain, she also realized the need to ...
Highly Sensitive Persons and Art Therapy with Rosemary Pratt
July 21, 2021 09:00 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBToday my guest is Rosemary Pratt. Rosemary is a Registered, Board Certified Art Therapist (ATCB), Art Therapy Certified Supervisor (ATCS) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (MO Department of Professional Regulation) and has a decade of experience providing clinical services and supervision. arttherapyforhealing.com Today we're going to talk about something I am SUPER interested in... While Rosemary specializes in many things, like grief and loss, mood disorders like anxiety, depression,...
S2E2 Highly Sensitive Persons and Art Therapy with Rosemary Pratt
July 21, 2021 09:00 - 43 minutes - 40.6 MBToday my guest is Rosemary Pratt. Rosemary is a Registered, Board Certified Art Therapist (ATCB), Art Therapy Certified Supervisor (ATCS) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (MO Department of Professional Regulation) and has a decade of experience providing clinical services and supervision. arttherapyforhealing.com Today we're going to talk about something I am SUPER interested in... While Rosemary specializes in many things, like grief and loss, mood disorders like anxiety, depression,...
S2E1 Mental Health, The Pandemic, and Kids with Andrea Paquette
July 14, 2021 09:00 - 48 minutes - 45.1 MBWelcome back! I'm excited to welcome Andrea Paquette. Andrea is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, a Holistic Nurse Practitioner and a Life Coach. In her private practice, she treats emotional health issues in women, adolescents and children with mind/body therapies and nutritional therapies. Her specialty areas are anxiety, depression, ADHD, parenting, communication and relationship skills. Connect with Andrea on Facebook at facebook.com/andreapaquettellc This episode is brought to you in pa...
Mental Health, The Pandemic, and Kids with Andrea Paquette
July 14, 2021 09:00 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBWelcome back! I'm excited to welcome Andrea Paquette. Andrea is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, a Holistic Nurse Practitioner and a Life Coach. In her private practice, she treats emotional health issues in women, adolescents and children with mind/body therapies and nutritional therapies. Her specialty areas are anxiety, depression, ADHD, parenting, communication and relationship skills. Connect with Andrea on Facebook at facebook.com/andreapaquettellc This episode is brought to you in pa...
An update
April 20, 2021 09:03 - 5 minutes - 4.69 MBJust a little update! Email [email protected] --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The One About Me - Jeff's Story
April 14, 2021 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBThe season finale, if you will! Today I'm telling my story. How I discovered I had an anxiety disorder. How church-folk reacted. How I saw it in the face of me as a little boy. And what it feels like... Almost indescribable.
S1E5 The One About Me - Jeff's Story
April 14, 2021 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBThe season finale, if you will! Today I'm telling my story. How I discovered I had an anxiety disorder. How church-folk reacted. How I saw it in the face of me as a little boy. And what it feels like... Almost indescribable.
S1E4 The One About Depression with My Pal, Ken
April 07, 2021 09:00 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBWe're talking about depression. My pal, Ken, and I discuss all sorts of things. Ken's experience with depression, how it was received by friends, family, and even clergy... We're going there today ya'll. Depression. Get it out in the open.
The One About Depression with My Pal, Ken
April 07, 2021 09:00 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBWe're talking about depression. My pal, Ken, and I discuss all sorts of things. Ken's experience with depression, how it was received by friends, family, and even clergy... We're going there today ya'll. Depression. Get it out in the open.
Smashing Stigmas and Taking Names with Adam Baker
March 31, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 32.2 MBOur guest this week is former mental health professional and current punk rock pastor, Adam Baker. Adam is a mental health advocate and hosts a podcast called Instructions For Living A Life. You simply must check it out. Adam and Jeff talk about Adam's podcast, mental health and the creative process, smashing stigmas, and even a little bit of parenting!
S1E3 Smashing Stigmas and Taking Names with Adam Baker
March 31, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 32.2 MBOur guest this week is former mental health professional and current punk rock pastor, Adam Baker. Adam is a mental health advocate and hosts a podcast called Instructions For Living A Life. You simply must check it out. Adam and Jeff talk about Adam's podcast, mental health and the creative process, smashing stigmas, and even a little bit of parenting!
Addiction, Anxiety, and Rock n' Roll with André Cataldo
March 24, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBAndré Cataldo is a multi-instrumentalist who started his solo project, Dear Genre, in 2010. Influenced by music of the 60's, 70's & 90's Dear Genre explores a wide variety of sounds, and is positive that there is a song for everyone, regardless of age or phase of life. But Andre is inspired by more than decades of music. Andre's story is much bigger. Andre and Jeff talk about addiction, anxiety, and rock n' roll.
S1E2 Addiction, Anxiety, and Rock n' Roll with André Cataldo
March 24, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBAndré Cataldo is a multi-instrumentalist who started his solo project, Dear Genre, in 2010. Influenced by music of the 60's, 70's & 90's Dear Genre explores a wide variety of sounds, and is positive that there is a song for everyone, regardless of age or phase of life. But Andre is inspired by more than decades of music. Andre's story is much bigger. Andre and Jeff talk about addiction, anxiety, and rock n' roll.
The One About Anxiety with Megan Schmid and Carrie Bock
March 17, 2021 09:00 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBIn this episode, Jeff talks with Megan Schmid, a teacher in St. Louis, MO, about living with anxiety and how she manages. Jeff also speaks with Carrie Bock, a Licensed Professional Counselor. Together, they discuss anxiety and break it down as simply as possible. Check out Carrie's podcast: hopeforanxietyandocd.com, Instagram: @hopeforanxietyandocdpodcast, Facebook: facebook.com/hopeforanxietyandocd.
S1E1 The One About Anxiety with Megan Schmid and Carrie Bock
March 17, 2021 09:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBIn this episode, Jeff talks with Megan Schmid, a teacher in St. Louis, MO, about living with anxiety and how she manages. Jeff also speaks with Carrie Bock, a Licensed Professional Counselor. Together, they discuss anxiety and break it down as simply as possible. Check out Carrie's podcast: hopeforanxietyandocd.com, Instagram: @hopeforanxietyandocdpodcast, Facebook: facebook.com/hopeforanxietyandocd. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://an...
This is Simple Mental Health
March 12, 2021 10:00 - 1 minute - 3.29 MBMy name is Jeff Allen. I'm a musician, I'm a videographer. I produce and host several podcasts. I live near St. Louis, MO. I'm married to a beautiful woman named Brittani. We have a son named Louie. I struggle with anxiety. I work at a church in St. Louis and get to do awesome, artistic projects constantly. I love my friends. From time-to-time I get really depressed. My favorite food is pho... what a tasty soup! Oh, did I mention I struggle with anxiety and depression? I do. And I'm also an ...