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The Just A Mom Podcast

My name is Susie. I have three children, the youngest of whom struggles with depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. I never thought this could happen to me, and I missed the signs. Being a parent is really hard, and I"m here to help! I"m talking to parents and experts to help you with the issues your kids may face. I want you to know that you are not alone and there is hope.

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Episode 1: Kristina Miller, mom of former Ohio State...

The Just A Mom Podcast ·

2023/09/26

Harry medically retired from football in March of 2022, citing mental health issues. You may have seen him on the Today show (https://www.today.com/video/ohio-state-football-star-shares-emotional-message-about-mental-health-135841349622) discussing his battle and decision to retire from football. I knew when I saw Harry on the Today Show I wanted to talk to his mom.I am so grateful that Kristina was open to having a conversation for The Just A Mom podcast. In this episode, Kristina talks

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37:25

Special Episode—Phyllis Fagell, author, Middle School...

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2023/09/06

Middle school is a tough time for everyone—kids, parents and teachers. Author, licensed clinical professional counselor and school counselor Phyllis Fagell joins me on this special episode of The Just A Mom podcast to talk about her recent book, Middle School Super Powers. This book is a practical and easy to read guide on helping middle schoolers (and kids of any age) learn resiliency. Phyllis will be in Overland Park, Kansas on Wednesday, September 13 for an event sponsored by Madame

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Episode 14: Sonya Parker Goode, Director of Outreach...

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2023/08/15

I first learned about The Grant Halliburton Foundation when a college friend emailed me about it. After researching and learning about all of the work they do in North Texas in mental health education, collaboration, encouragement, and information, I knew I wanted to be part of their annual conference, “When Life Hands You Teenagers” (https://www.granthalliburton.org/calendar/wlhyt-att7a-dpbpm) on September 28, 2023. In this episode, Sonya Parker Goode talks about the work of the Foundation

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Episode 13: Jennifer Part 2

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2023/08/08

This episode is a continuation of Jennifer’s story. Jennifer has done extensive research and been an incredible advocate for her son. Here are some links/definitions to things we talked about:TheraPlayPCIT - Parent-Child Interaction TherapyWhat is CBT Therapy?What is EMDR?Accelerated Resolution TherapyProblematic Sexual Behavior Therapy ABA Therapy Neurofeedback Therapy "safe room" - sometimes called a seclusion room- neuro-psych testing- Thompson Center (Columbia, MO)- "Alternative

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40:22

Episode 12: Jennifer

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2023/08/01

This incredible episode is about a young couple who fostered and eventually adopted a boy who was a student in Jennifer’s kindergarten classroom. He was in seven foster homes in five years (some were shelters). Jennifer and her husband became foster parents in their first year of marriage. This young boy had been abused sexually and physically and neglected and had his first suicide attempt at eight years of age, and has a diagnosis of Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome (PTSD). Jennifer and her

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Episode 11: Stephanie and Dr. Caroline Danda,...

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2023/07/25

This is a unique episode in that Stephanie, a mom with a special needs child who also has anxiety and depression, requested that her son’s psychologist also be part of our conversation. Stephanie’s son had a stroke in utero that they discovered when he was 3 months old. He has cerebral palsy and an intellectual disability. At age 6, he had surgery where the right half of his brain was removed because of severe epilepsy. Stephanie’s son is also autistic and has anxiety and panic attacks.

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Episode 10: Renee VanMeter and Jessica Murphy,...

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2023/07/18

Renee and Jessica are responsible for some of the crucial Johnson County, Kansas mental health services: the open access walk-in clinic, 988, the mobile crisis response team, and mental health co-responders. My conversation with Renee and Jessica solidified what I already knew—the country in which I live is incredibly fortunate to have the county mental health resources that we have. This episode highlights those resources, their functions, and how the country is continuing to expand and

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Episode 9: Jason Reid, Tellmystory.org

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2023/07/11

Jason Reid knows the pain of losing a child to suicide. His youngest son, Ryan, died by suicide in 2018. Jason has since dedicated his life to preventing other parents from experiencing the devastating loss of a child to suicide. Jason feels like by not being vulnerable with his kids he didn’t invite them to talk to him. He thinks we need to show kids we are normal and human, that we all have had bad days. Jason founded Tellmystory.org and made a movie by that same name that explores the

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51:35

Episode 8: Courtney Part 2

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2023/07/04

This episode is a continuation of my conversation with Courtney. Courtney’s daughter’s mental health journey didn’t end in high school. Courtney recounts her daughter’s time at The Renfrew Center ( https://renfrewcenter.com/) well as her young, toxic marriage and subsequent inpatient hospitalization and intensive outpatient treatment at Hopeway (https://hopeway.org/) in Charlotte, NC. Courtney also talks about how she has learned from her daughter how to manage her own mental health.

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53:33

Episode 7: Courtney Part 1

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2023/06/27

Courtney’s story of parenting a child who has battled mental illness most of her life starts with the first of a two-part series. Courtney says her daughter has always been “the most”. Courtney’s daughter started struggling with anxiety around four years of age, survived a brain aneurism, and developed anorexia, all before graduating from high school. Listen as Courtney shares the challenges of their journey and parenting a “fiercely independent, wildly intelligent” daughter.

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Episode 6: Dr. Brian Barash, M.D., Board Certified...

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2023/06/20

Dr. Brian Barash (www.cpa-kc.com) shares a wealth of mental health and substance abuse information on this episode of The Just A Mom podcast. Dr. Barash refers to several mental health facilities in the Kansas City area, including Marillac (https://www.kansashealthsystem.com/locations/Marillac-Campus-Overland-Park-KS), Crittenton ( https://www.saintlukeskc.org/locations/crittenton-childrens-center?utm_source=crittentonkc.org&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=redirects) and the

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Episode 5: Josh

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2023/06/13

Josh is a husband, father, triathlete, coach, and suicide survivor. As a teenager, he deliberately drove his car into a tree—and walked away. Josh recounts his long-time battle with depression, trauma, post-traumatic stress syndrome, and his complex relationship with an abusive father. Josh talks about his significant distrust of mental health professionals based on his experience as a teenager and young adult, and how his mental illness is an ongoing battle still today.Josh has used his

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Episode 4: Kori Hintz-Bohn, The Anxiety Center at Renew

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2023/06/06

In a continued effort to educate and bring resources to the listeners, this episode features Kori Hintz-Bohn, founder of Renew Counseling and the Anxiety Center at Renew (https://sites.google.com/anxietycenterkc.com/renewcounseling/home?authuser=0). Kori give parents valuable information on how to access help for a child experiencing mental health problem as well as some everyday tips for good mental health, including mindfulness apps like Calm (https://www.calm.com/app/meditate),

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Episode 3: Tricia Part 2

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2023/05/30

Tricia and I continue our conversation about her daughter’s lifelong battle with anxiety. Not only has Tricia’s daughter had serious anxiety related to school, but Tricia also shares a memory about a very scary time when she was afraid for her daughter’s life and called 911. Tricia shares that she has learned, over time, that her job as a parent is not to fix but to support her daughter and her mental illness.

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49:01

Episode 2: Tricia

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2023/05/23

This is the first of a two-part series with Tricia. Tricia chronicles her daughter’s journey with anxiety, starting as early as preschool when she experienced significant separation anxiety that did not resolve with time. Tricia talks about her strong advocacy for her daughter’s needs at school. Tricia talks about Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and a 504 plan, which help students with diagnosed disabilities access certain supports and accommodations. To learn more about what an IEP

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Episode 1: Ronda

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2023/05/16

My conversation with Rhonda is a no-holds-bared one. Her son battled an eating disorder and undiagnosed depression in high school. He found a bottle of narcotics after a family member’s surgery and took one to numb his pain—and was hooked.Ronda recounts the moment things changed when they realized her son had been hiding a fentanyl addiction for 31/2 years in college, the failed rehab stent, followed by a 2.5-year successful recovery journey. Ronda’s message to parents is this: addiction

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Special Episode: The Brightest It's Ever Been- Will...

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2023/04/25

My son, Will, and his girlfriend, Kayli, are back for another special episode of The Just A Mom podcast. After a very successful debut in December, The Brightest It's Ever Been, a play about living with anxiety, will be back for another limited engagement from May 11-13 at Hillcrest Covenant Church, 8801 Nall Avenue, Prairie Village, Kansas. This show will sell out--get your tickets here. The Brightest It's Ever Been is an incredible portrayal of dealing with a mental illness. Anxiety is

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54:58

Season 2 Episode 13: Good Faith Network

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2023/04/04

This inspiring episode features Vicki Love, co-vice president, and Jennifer Savner Levinson, treasurer, of The Good Faith Network (https://www.thegoodfaithnetwork.org/). The Good Faith Network is an interfaith justice group of over 20 different congregations in Johnson County, Kansas that has identified three pressing problems in our community: mental health, homelessness and affordable housing. They conduct research to discover solutions to those problems and speak with one voice to local

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Season 2 Episode 12: Sylvia Harrell and BJ Thomas,...

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2023/03/28

For Sylvia Harrell and BJ Thomas, convincing young people that waiting just 20 minutes when contemplating suicide is personal. They have both lost children to suicide, and neither of their children gave any indication they were contemplating taking their lives. Sylvia and BJ want to make sure others have the tools to cope when dark moments arise. Listen as they share about #Giveme20 (https://giveme20.net/) and the positive impact it is having on the mental health of our community. While

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37:31

Season 2 Episode 11: Erin Part 2

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2023/03/21

On this episode of the Just A Mom Podcast, Erin talks about the challenges of parenting a son with bi-polar disorder. She shares about his in-patient hospitalization, and how those were some of the most challenging days of her life. Erin also talks about her son’s transition to college during COVID, and how having an emotional support animal (ESA) has been an incredible support to her son.

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