Episodes
Nov. 7, 2024
A Proactive Approach to Mental Health
Send us a text What if we could equip young people—and ourselves—with the tools to handle mental health challenges before they happen? Erin Harris, founder of Undo Mindset, shares her powerful journey from surviving a school…
Oct. 24, 2024
A Mother’s Mission for Military Mental Health Support
Send us a text In this inspiring episode, Millionaire Williams, author of 'Military Mom on a Mission', shares her poignant journey of supporting her son through PTSD and severe mental health challenges following his return f…
Oct. 10, 2024
A School District's Profound Impact on Mental Health
Send us a text Our children spend nearly one-third of their waking hours at school, presenting countless opportunities for positive interactions with trusted adults. In this episode of This Way Up , we discuss how the San Ma…
Sept. 26, 2024
Parenting as the CEO of Your Family with Janet Krebs
Send us a text In this lighthearted conversation between Janet Krebs and Andrea, they dive into the idea of parents as the CEOs of their families, leading with both courage and compassion. The discussion touches on the power…
Sept. 23, 2024
Vulnerability, Friendship & Mental Health
Send us a text Have you ever felt like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, trying to keep it all together while hiding the mess inside? I’ve been there—juggling a career, motherhood, and everything in …
Sept. 12, 2024
Lessons in Supporting Family Mental Health with Gwen Gulick
Send us a text In this heartfelt episode of This Way Up, host Andrea welcomes Gwen Gulick, a resilient mother and wife who has faced significant challenges in her family life. Gwen's journey includes supporting her husband t…
Sept. 5, 2024
Season 2 Sneak Peek- What's Next on This Way Up?
Send us a text Welcome to Season 2 of This Way Up ! We’re thrilled to kick off another season with an amazing lineup of guests, all set to dive into the topics that matter most to you, our listeners. In this clip, I’m excit…
June 13, 2024
See you in September!
That's a wrap until season 2. We will have a fresh line up of inspiring guests starting in September. Can't wait to see you then! Until then, go back and listen to your favorite episodes!
June 6, 2024
Supporting Girls' Mental Health
Growing up is challenging, especially in a society obsessed with achievement, comparison, and the constant influx of information through social media. Breanna Kulwin, a specialist in the mental health of girls and young wome…
May 30, 2024
Jennie Carlestav- Overcoming Performance Anxiety- EMDR, Brainspotting and Neuroscience Techniques
This episode is a must-listen for parents of young athletes, musicians, or any child involved in competitive activities. It offers invaluable insights on making these activities enjoyable and creating a positive environment …
May 23, 2024
Dr. Courtney Tracy- Thriving with Borderline Personality Disorder
Join us as we sit down with Dr. Courtney Tracy for an inspiring conversation about her journey with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and thriving in parenthood. Dr. Tracy shares her refreshing human-first philosophy, ur…
May 16, 2024
Stuart Perry: Why Bad Kids Don’t Exist
We are thrilled to introduce Stuart Perry, a licensed clinical social worker, child therapist and the imaginative force behind Mr. Stu TV. Stuart's passion for helping children navigate their big emotions shines through his …
May 9, 2024
Francesca Orlando-Nutrition’s Impact on Mental Health
Prepare to uncover the secrets to optimizing mental health through the power of nutrition! Francesca Orlando, a science-based functional and integrative nutritionist and health coach, is here to address all your burning ques…
May 2, 2024
Sarah Archer: Understanding Eating Disorders
Shockingly eating disorders affect over 30 million people of all ages, regardless of gender? What’s more is, they also hold the highest mortality rate among all mental health disorders. With such alarming statistics, this is…
April 25, 2024
Veronica Alvarez: Empowering Kids Through Sports
Get ready for an awesome episode where we chat with Veronica Alvarez, a true powerhouse in women's sports as the US Women’s National Baseball Team and the coordinator of player development for the Oakland A's. Oh, and did we…
April 18, 2024
Jumpei Kontani: The Power of Perspective
In this episode of This Way Up we dive deep into the fascinating life journey of Jumpei Kontani, a man who defied the odds and found his path to joy despite a childhood filled with complexities and challenges. Growing up in …
April 11, 2024
Gretchen Hess: Lessons in Parenting with High Functioning Anxiety
Join us on This Way Up as we dive into this with Gretchen Hess, the force behind The High Functioning Anxiety Solution. Gretchen opens up about her own journey, tracing back to a childhood filled with tension that shaped her…
April 4, 2024
Ciara Fanlo: Helping Teens Reclaim Their Lives
Have you ever found yourself at wit's end with a rebellious teen? You're not alone. Many parents turn to the troubled teen industry (TTI) for answers, hoping boarding schools and wilderness retreats will save the day. But gu…
March 28, 2024
Ann Pereira: Beyond Boxes-The Art of Organizing for Every Brain
We're diving into the real meaning of organization. It's not just about tidying up your space or labeling boxes – it goes way beyond that. Ever wondered why some "seem" to have their lives together while others look like the…
March 21, 2024
Susan Hedstrom: Family Life with a Special Needs Child
Imagine thinking you had it all under control, only to have life throw you a curveball with the surprise arrival of a special needs child. How would you respond? In today's moving episode, we have the pleasure of introducin…
March 14, 2024
Ashlene Patten: Breath as Medicine- The Power of Breath work and Somatic Therapy
“What I love about breathwork is that I feel like it really shows us the untapped potential that we have as something that comes so natural to us, but it can be something that is so profound.” Ashlene Patten Breathing. Yes, …
March 7, 2024
Jennifer Kozek: Healing From Within- Understanding Inflammation and How It Affects Mental Health
Today, we're tackling a subject that's often misunderstood and downright frightening for parents: PANDAS, or Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal. Yep, it's a mouthful, but trust me, …
Feb. 29, 2024
Nicole Rawson: Digital Detoxing for Families
Today, we're tackling a topic that's become all too familiar: our obsession with screens. It used to be that baseball was America's favorite pastime. But now? It's all about those screens—video games, social media, and more.…
Feb. 22, 2024
Ella Srholez: The Art of Vulnerability
“If you sit and just experience thoughts and emotions fully, you will be able to process them and make way for logical thought.” Ella Srholez, The Art of Vulnerability, 2018 TEDxYouth@Vail In this episode, we will introduce…