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PA Mindset Matters

At PA Mindset Matters, we shine a spotlight on exceptional PAs who are making a difference in mental health across all specialties. Our podcast and webinars are designed to connect and inspire the PA workforce—whether you’re a psych PA or a PA in primary care, emergency medicine, or any specialty—by providing practical insights and resources to integrate behavioral health into your practice. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community to raise each other up and deliver better

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19:31

How One Psychiatric PA Combines AI, Psychiatry &...

PA Mindset Matters ·

2026/03/10

Psychiatric PA Serah Sulaiman, MPAS, PA-C joins PA Mindset Matters to discuss pediatric mental health, emotional dysregulation, and Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) treatment programs.In this episode, hosts Mercedes Dodge, PA-C and Jessica Spissinger, PA-C explore Serah’s path from teaching to psychiatry and her work supporting high-acuity youth transitioning from inpatient care, residential programs, or periods of school disruption back into daily life. We discuss

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13:44

Mini Mindset: Prescribing Movement — Exercise as a...

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2026/03/03

Exercise is not just a lifestyle recommendation. It’s neurobiology.In this Mini Mindset episode of PA Mindset Matters, we take a clinical deep dive into exercise as a prescriptive tool in psychiatric care. We review: • Moderate to large effect sizes in depression • The Duke SMILE study (8% relapse with exercise vs 38% with medication alone) • Muscle–brain crosstalk and BDNF upregulation • Neuroplasticity, inflammation, and dopamine signaling • The F.I.T.T. framework for clinical prescription • Red

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19:33

Bridging Psychiatry and Integrative Medicine with...

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2026/02/24

In this Mindset Matters podcast, we feature Miriam Dineen, PA-C, interviewed at the PA Institute in Orland. Dineen shares her path from infectious diseases and hospital medicine to integrative medicine, and ultimately outpatient psychiatry during COVID due to rising mental health needs. She integrates lifestyle medicine into psychiatric care, sees pediatric and adult patients via in-person and telehealth visits, and earned her psychiatry CAQ to deepen her knowledge. In private practice she

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17:50

Navigating Winter-Onset Depression: A Conversation...

PA Mindset Matters ·

2026/02/17

In this Mini-Mindset episode, Jessica Spissinger and Mercedes Dodge break down seasonal affective disorder (SAD) as a seasonal subtype of depression—not just the “winter blues.” They review winter triggers, common symptoms (hypersomnia, carb cravings, weight gain, low energy), and key risk factors. The episode highlights evidence-based treatments including light therapy (10,000 lux in the morning), CBT tailored to SAD, and medications like bupropion and SSRIs. They also share practical coping

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15:11

From Pediatrics to Psychiatry: Victoria Starner's...

PA Mindset Matters ·

2026/02/10

In this episode of The Mindset Matters podcast, hosts Mercedes Dodge and Jessica Spissinger interview Victoria (Tor )Starner, a psychiatric physician assistant (PA). Tor discusses her journey from pediatric outpatient care to her current role in psychiatry, working initially in a fully remote setting due to the COVID-19 pandemic. She highlights the importance of mentorship and the value of networking in advancing her career. Tor shares her passion for mental health, continuous learning through

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14:57

Beyond Pathology: The Journey of Trauma-Informed Care...

PA Mindset Matters ·

2026/02/03

Trauma shows up everywhere in healthcare—not just in psychiatry. In this Mini Mindset episode, Mercedes Dodge, PA-C, CAQ-Psychiatry, and Jessica Spissinger, PA-C take a focused deep dive into how trauma presents across clinical settings, including primary care, pediatrics, urgent care, orthopedics, and mental health.We explore the history of trauma and PTSD, from early concepts of dissociation to formal recognition in DSM-III and the expanded understanding in DSM-5. The discussion includes the

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15:57

No Expectations, Deep Impact: Curiosity, Addiction...

PA Mindset Matters ·

2026/01/27

In this episode of Mindset Matters, we sit down with Yuliya Bjorgan, a Psychiatric PA practicing in outpatient private care with experience spanning general psychiatry and addiction medicine.Yuliya shares how a lifelong curiosity about psychiatry, supportive preceptors, and openness to opportunity shaped her path into mental health care. We explore her current work treating bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety, how addiction medicine deepened her understanding of patient behavior, and why

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16:02

Motivational Interviewing: A Mini Mindset for...

PA Mindset Matters ·

2026/01/20

In this week’s episode of PA Mindset Matters, Jessica and Mercedes discuss motivational interviewing in their newest Mini Mindset release. Developed in the 1980s by William R. Miller and Stephen Rollnick, motivational interviewing began as an approach for addressing alcohol use and has since expanded across mental health, primary care, and preventive care. Rather than focusing on advice-giving or fixing, MI emphasizes collaboration, compassion, and helping patients uncover their own motivations for

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13:34

Choosing Psychiatry: 1 Rotation, 1 Patient, a Career...

PA Mindset Matters ·

2026/01/13

In this episode of Mindset Matters, recorded at the Psych Congress PA Institute in December 2025, we had the honor of sitting down with Anthony Campanella, PA-C, CAQ-Psychiatry—a psychiatric PA with five years of experience across child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry.Anthony shares how one inpatient child and adolescent psychiatry rotation—and one patient—changed the course of his career, shifting him from an initial interest in orthopedics to a deeply fulfilling path in mental health care. We

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25:22

Exploring the Journey of a Psychiatric PA | Featuring...

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2025/11/18

In this episode of The Mindset Matters Podcast, hosts Mercedes Dodge, PA-C, CAQ-Psychiatry, and Jessica Spissinger, PA-C, sit down with Rebecca DePalma, known online as “West Coast PA.” Rebecca shares how one high school talk sparked her lifelong passion for becoming a Physician Assistant and how that early inspiration led her into the field of psychiatry. She discusses her journey from PA school to telepsychiatry practice, the importance of mentorship, and how she now gives back by precepting

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29:01

Bridging the Gap: PAs and the Path to Psychiatry I...

PA Mindset Matters ·

2025/11/11

Welcome to The Mindset Matters, the podcast where psychiatry, medicine, and human connection meet — hosted by psychiatric PAs Mercedes Dodge and Jessica Spissinger. In this episode, we explore how Physician Associates are stepping into psychiatry to close the mental health access gap. From the national psychiatrist shortage to post-COVID demand, Mercedes and Jessica break down what it takes to transition from primary care to psychiatric practice. They debunk myths about PA training, discuss

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35:06

Reshaping Mental Health: A PA's Mission to Heal and...

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2025/11/04

Join Mercedes Dodge, PA-C, and Jessica Spissinger, PA-C, in this inspiring Mindset Matters episode featuring Sarah Tatko, a psychiatric PA who has carved her own path from speech therapy to advanced psychiatric care. Together, they explore the art and science of ketamine therapy, blending clinical precision with human vulnerability. Hear Sarah’s reflections on integrating CBT with ketamine-assisted treatment, navigating the emotional challenges of the PA profession, and building mentorship-driven,

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26:13

Navigating the Ketamine Landscape: History, Uses, and...

PA Mindset Matters ·

2025/10/28

In this episode of The Mindset Matters Podcast, psychiatric PAs Mercedes Dodge and Jessica Spissinger dive into the fascinating journey of ketamine—from its origins as a battlefield anesthetic during the Vietnam War to its modern role as a rapid-acting antidepressant transforming mental health care. They unpack the differences between racemic ketamine and esketamine (Spravato®), discuss their use in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, and chronic pain, and examine the evidence behind

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27:34

Navigating the Intersection of Psychiatry and...

PA Mindset Matters ·

2025/10/21

Two psych PAs—Mercedes Dodge, PA-C, CAQ-Psych and Jessica Spissinger, PA-C—sit down with Kathryn Werner, PA-C, owner of White Pine Mental Health & Wellness and senior consultant at CPACteam.com, to explore her journey from disliking her psychiatry rotation to building a purpose-driven practice that thrives on clinical depth and compassion. Kathryn shares how the PA generalist mindset sharpens psychiatric assessment, why niche marketing can transform a private practice, and how to deliver OCD

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34:58

Lifestyle Psychiatry Foundations: 6 Essential Pillars...

PA Mindset Matters ·

2025/10/14

Join Jessica Spissinger and Mercedes Dodge as they dive into the emerging science of Lifestyle Psychiatry — where evidence-based medicine meets everyday habits. In this episode, they unpack the six pillars of lifestyle psychiatry: physical activity, nutrition, restorative sleep, stress management, toxic exposure reduction, and social connectedness. Discover how these pillars can transform care for conditions like depression, anxiety, ADHD, and more. You’ll also hear insights into related fields like

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35:57

Discovering Balance: An Interview with Kat Astrup on...

PA Mindset Matters ·

2025/10/07

In this engaging episode of Mindset Matters, we are joined by Kat Astrup, a dedicated PA with extensive experience in family medicine and psychiatry. Kat also hosts her own podcast, 'PA the FI Way,' where she discusses medicine, finances, and living a balanced life. Kat shares her journey from learning about the PA profession after an ACL injury to her educational path at Des Moines University and her transition from family medicine to psychiatry. Kat opens up about experiencing burnout, discovering

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27:22

Unveiling the Journey of MAOIs in Clinical Practice

PA Mindset Matters ·

2025/09/30

Join us in this mini-mindset episode as we dive deeply into the history, development, and modern-day relevance of Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) in clinical practice. From their origins in the 1950s as accidental discoveries from hydrazine compounds to their niche use today, we explore the myths, misconceptions, and clinical implications of these 'relics' of psychiatry. Learn about the various MAOIs, their discovery stories, pharmacological effects, and the impact they had—and continue to

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32:13

Psychiatry Across Borders: A PA's Tale from Florida...

PA Mindset Matters ·

2025/09/23

Join us as we speak with Rita Rose, PA-C, a child & adolescent psychiatry PA whose journey spans multiple states and now Italy. She shares her path from novice to advocate, insights on parenting, lifestyle’s role in mental health, and advice for aspiring PAs. Hear how she stays active in advocacy and education despite distance, and why fostering independence, creativity, and mindfulness matters.

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29:21

Understanding Burnout: A Deep Dive into Causes,...

PA Mindset Matters ·

2025/09/16

Burnout is more than exhaustion—it’s a crisis in medicine. Mercedes Dodge and Jessica Spissinger dive into its roots, dimensions, and impact, sharing lessons from COVID-19 and Dr. Lorna Breen’s story. They challenge the myth of balance, explore integration, and offer real strategies for change. Tune in for insight, inspiration, and tools to protect your well-being and transform how we approach mental health in healthcare.

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37:03

Overcome Challenges and Embrace Your True Passion...

PA Mindset Matters ·

2025/09/09

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Sherlonda Adkins, telepsychiatry PA and life strategy coach. She shares her journey from psych PA to coaching and public speaking, highlighting self-advocacy, lifelong learning, and community support. Dr. Adkins offers tips on balance, journaling, and flexibility—showing how to harness your strengths and thrive in both career and life.

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