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Feb. 13, 2025

Supporting Mental Health Through Puberty

We all remember those awkward puberty moments—the breakouts, the “We must, we must, we must increase our bust” chant, and maybe a few emotional roller coasters. But puberty is more than just acne and awkwardness; it’s a natur...

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Jan. 30, 2025

Is College the Only Path? Rethinking Success After High School

Did you know that nearly 40% of college students don’t complete their degree within six years, or that the transition to college is a peak time for mental health struggles? In this thought-provoking episode of This Way Up , h...

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Jan. 16, 2025

The Promise of TMS, A New Path for Mental Health Recovery

What happens when conventional mental health treatments don’t work? For Tag Frothingham, the answer came in the form of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)—a groundbreaking, non-invasive therapy that uses magnetic fields ...

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Jan. 2, 2025

Exploring OCD vs Anxiety

In this insightful episode of This Way Up , I’m joined by Natasha Daniels, a leading anxiety & OCD therapist with over 20 years of experience. Natasha combines her clinical expertise with her personal journey of raising three...

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Dec. 19, 2024

The Power of Hypnosis

Send us a text Did you know the average person experiences a state of hypnosis twice a day? (Center for Integral Health) So why is it such a mystery? In this episode, clinical hypnotherapist, Craig Meriwether explores the oft...

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Dec. 5, 2024

Anxiety Unpacked

Send us a text Did you know that anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concern in the U.S., affecting over 40 million adults every year? Yet, many are left managing symptoms rather than truly healing. In this ey...

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Nov. 21, 2024

A Man's Perspective on Grieving

Send us a text In this heartfelt episode, we talk with Jason Tuttle, a former stay-at-home parent and father of two children with significant disabilities. After the tragic loss of his 15-year-old son, Zachary, Jason created ...

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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 ...

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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 fr...

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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 Mar...

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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 ...

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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 b...

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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 th...

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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. …

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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!

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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 women...

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May 30, 2024

Jennie Carlestav- Overcoming Performance Anxiety- EMDR, Brainspotting…

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 f...

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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, urg...

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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 p...

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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 quest...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 …

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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 …

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