OK State of Mind
OK State of Mind seeks to satisfy inquisitive minds eager to delve into the realm of mental health and overall well-being.
Join us on a journey to gain insights shared by mental health experts, draw inspiration from remarkable stories of resilience forged by those who've navigated challenging paths, and unveil the intricate science that underpins our thoughts and emotions – a sort of 'invisibilia' if you will. Through these explorations, we aim to illuminate the captivating 'whys' behind our cognitive and emotional selves, hopefully unraveling the complexities that shape our behaviors, feelings, and perspectives.
This podcast is produced by Family & Children's Services based in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Learn more at www.fcsok.org and www.okstateofmind.com.
Episodes
33 episodes
The Mental Health Cost of Screen Time, Doomscrolling, and Dopamine
In this episode of OK State of Mind, a Family & Children’s Services podcast, the conversation turns toward a modern influence that touches every age group: screen time and digital content. Jessica Wrest, Pediatric Nurse Practiti...
More Than Retirement: Supporting Mental Health in Older Adults
In this episode of OK State of Mind, a Family & Children’s Services podcast, the conversation centers on the mental health needs of older adults—one of the fastest-growing yet least visible populations in our communities. Eileen Bradshaw, P...
Speaking the Same Language: Building Cultural Connections in Mental Health
In this episode of OK State of Mind, a Family & Children’s Services podcast, Joana Melendez, School-Based Programs Supervisor, and Nichole Duck, School-Based Programs Director, unpack the complex realities of mental health within Mexican-Am...
The Long-Term Effects of Missing School
In this episode of OK State of Mind, a Family & Children’s Services podcast, Stephanie Andrews, Executive Director of Student and Family Support Services at Tulsa Public Schools, and Faith Crittenden, Vice President of School-Based Programs...
Debunking Misconceptions About Men's Mental Health
In this episode of OK State of Mind, a Family & Children’s Services podcast, Jesse Guardiola (Vice President of Community Engagement at Tulsa Area United Way), Adam Andreassen (CEO of Family & Children’s Services), and Anthony Adams (Sc...
Anxiety Explained: Diagnosis, Therapy, and Hope
In this episode of OK State of Mind, a Family & Children’s Services podcast, Dr. Stevan Lahr, Medical Director, and Kaitlin Foster, Vice President of Adult Outpatient Services, unpack what anxiety truly is—and what it isn’t. From the biolog...
Keeping Children Safe at Home
In this episode of OK State of Mind, a Family & Children’s Services podcast, we explore the everyday challenges and life-changing impact of early parenting support. Lorinda Reed and Sarah Lankford Cerbino - leaders in the SafeCare®...
The Hopeful Brain: A Common-Sense Look at Modern Neuroscience
In this episode of OK State of Mind, a Family & Children’s Services podcast, Dr. Paul Baker, neuropsychologist and author of The Hopeful Brain, shares how breakthroughs in neuroscience have fundamentally shifted the way we view mental healt...
From Struggle to Stakeholder: A Story of Resilience
In this episode of OK State of Mind, a Family & Children’s Services podcast, we share an extraordinary story of perseverance, adaptation, and giving back. Sean MacLeod, an engineer at a Tulsa-based energy company and a Young Professionals A...
Taking Pride in One's Identity: LGBTQ+ Representation in the Mental Health Journey
Being a member of the LGBTQ+ community brings with it unique challenges. According to 2023 Gallup research, 7. 6% of U. S. adults identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender. Within that group, most rated their mental health and emotiona...
Culturally Responsive Care for Better Outcomes
Join us as we speak with Darryl Turpin and Guy Wheeler about Habilitation Empowerment Accountability Therapy (HEAT) and Habilitation Empowerment Recovery (HER). These two group counseling interventions are culturally tailored and explicitly des...
One Group's Struggle with the Stigma of Therapy
When it comes to mental health, there are so many hurdles that people have to overcome just to step foot in a therapist's office or to join that telehealth meeting. These hurdles can be particularly challenging for certain people groups.
Show up. Be honest. Let's talk: A Real Conversation about Behavioral Health and Partnerships
Join us for a "real" conversation with two incredible leaders shaping behavioral health in Tulsa: Adam Andreassen, CEO of Family & Children’s Services, and Jim Serratt, CEO of Parkside Psychiatric Hospital.This episode ...
Life-Saving Collaboration: Tulsa's Community Response Teams in Action
In 2017, the City of Tulsa was receiving more than 1,300 mental health-related 911 calls annually. City services were strained, and emergency resources were stretched thin.In response to this remarkable realization, a partnership between...
Appropriate Levels of Care for Severe Mental Illness
How can individuals who suffer from severe mental illness receive they care they need upon transitioning out of inpatient care facilities? Support during this period of transition is critical to those in need to help them avoid bouncing back in...
Mental Wellness During the Summer Months
While the summer months often provide great opportunities for family members to connect with each other, they may also introduce some challenges to family wellness. In today's episode, we speak with Lorri Perez, Senior Program Director for the ...
The Power of Protective and Compensatory Experiences
In this episode of "OK State of Mind," host Dee Harris is joined by Dr. Jennifer Hayes Grudeau and Dr. Amanda Sheffield Morris from Oklahoma State University, along with special guest Christine Marsh from Family & Children's Services. <...
Understanding Maternal Mental Health
According to CDC research, postpartum depression impacts roughly 1 in 8 women who go through a childbirth experience. But what is “postpartum depression”? How is defined, how does it differ from general depression, what are the symptoms, and ho...
From Incarceration to Inspiration
Prepare to be inspired by this episode – a personal success story about one woman’s path from incarceration to a thriving career in none other than the mental health industry. With the guidance and support of the FCS Women in Recovery diversion...
Fostering Resilience in a World of Adversity
In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Hays-Grudo and Dr. Amanda Sheffield Morris, co-authors of Adverse and Protective Childhood Experiences: A Developmental Perspective and Raising a Resilient Child in a World of Adversity: Effective Pare...
Moving Beyond Adverse Childhood Experiences: ACES and PACES
Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACES, can have a profound and lasting effect on children’s health and well-being. Oklahoma is 41st in the country for Adverse Childhood Experiences, and 21 percent of children in the state have experienced two ...
The Intersection of Physical and Mental Health with Bruce Dart and Adam Andreassen
In today's special episode, we’re redefining the conversation around mental health and I’m honored to host two remarkable individuals at the forefront of Tulsa's health landscape. Please welcome Bruce Dart, the visionary Executive Director of t...
A Father's Insight: Supporting a Son with Schizophrenia
When his son was diagnosed at the age of 19, this father embarked on a relentless search for solutions. But the road ahead was filled with uncertainty and challenges. After many years without a solution, he found Family and Childr...
Building Essential Skills through the Parenting in Jail Program
How can incarcerated parents maintain healthy relationships with their children? In this episode of the OK State of Mind podcast, Lucie Doll, Program Director of FCS's Parenting in Jail Program, answers this very question. Lucie shares with us ...
CEO Spotlight: Adam Andreassen discusses FCS and #MORE
Join us for a captivating conversation with Adam Andreassen, PsyD, the new CEO of Family & Children’s Services (FCS) in Tulsa, OK. As we delve into Adam's journey within behavioral healthcare, gain insights into the personal mo...
