The MindSpa Podcast
The MindSpa Podcast is your go-to space for meaningful conversations around mental health, healing, and personal growth. Hosted by Michelle Massunken RSW and Tina Wilston RP, co-founders of MindSpa Mental Health Centre, each episode explores key mental health topics through expert interviews and thoughtful roundtable discussions.
From managing stress and building stronger relationships to navigating invisible challenges, the MindSpa Podcast offers grounded, professional insights in a warm and accessible way. Tune in weekly for supportive, real-world conversations to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered on your wellness journey.
Episodes
16 episodes
Ep 16 Breaking Ground: Dr. Taplin's Mission to Make TMS Accessible in Ottawa
Discovering hope beyond traditional mental health treatments is a journey many Ottawans with depression have longed for. Dr. Chris Taplin brings that hope through Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), a groundbreaking therapy now available a...
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Ep 15 When Life Hands You a New Script: Stuntman Stu's Story
What happens when the identity you've built for 25 years suddenly slips away? When your greatest strengths become compromised overnight? This raw, heartfelt conversation with Ottawa radio legend Stuntman Stu explores the profound journey of rei...
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Episode 15
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Ep 14 Can Your Beliefs About Stress Change How It Affects You?
Could your stress actually be helping you perform better? And is it possible that your mental health challenges might become your greatest strengths? In this myth-busting episode, we challenge two fundamental misconceptions about mental health ...
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Episode 14
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Ep 13 True inclusion isn't a program—it's seeing people as individuals
What happens when well-intentioned DEI efforts actually create more division? Jenny Chen, CEO of Catalais Consulting, challenges us to rethink how we approach inclusion by focusing on respect rather than labels.Drawing from her powerful...
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Episode 13
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Ep 12 Setting Boundaries: Navigating Difficult Family, Workplace, and Personal Situations
Ever found yourself wondering if you're being unreasonable for setting a boundary? You're not alone. The Mind Spa podcast tackles four fascinating ethical dilemmas that highlight the messy reality of human relationships. We start w...
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Ep 11 The Fine Art of Not Being the Jerk
Have you ever found yourself questioning whether you're wrong for setting a boundary or speaking up when something bothers you? You're not alone. The line between asserting your needs and maintaining healthy relationships can be incredibly tric...
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Ep 10 From Self-Criticism to Self-Compassion: Breaking Free of Negative Thought Patterns
The most relentless critic you'll ever face isn't waiting to ambush you on social media or lurking in your workplace – it's the voice inside your own head. This revealing conversation pulls back the curtain on negative self-talk, exposing how t...
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Ep 9 Understanding ADHD
The world of ADHD is far more complex than the stereotypical image of a distracted child bouncing off classroom walls. As therapist Alana George eloquently explains, ADHD is a genetic neurobiological condition with a specific "neural phenotype"...
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Episode 9
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Ep 8 Narcolepsy & Entrepreneurship: Building Success While Managing Chronic Illness
What does it take to build a thriving business when your body demands rest in unpredictable ways? Michelle Wieger, founder and CEO of Venture Creative Collective, offers a masterclass in turning limitations into your greatest advantage....
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Episode 8
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Ep 7 Fear sells, but at what price to our wellbeing?
Truth has never been more accessible—or more elusive. In this revealing exploration of misinformation and disinformation, we unpack how the content flooding our feeds affects more than just our beliefs—it's transforming our mental health, relat...
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Ep 6 Perimenopause is not just hot flashes and rage.
What happens when your body suddenly feels like it belongs to someone else? When doctors dismiss your symptoms with "you're fine" despite gaining 40 pounds in a month? When you look in the mirror and don't recognize the person staring back?...
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Ep 5 The Art of Boundaries
Setting boundaries shouldn't leave you feeling guilty, yet so many of us question whether we're "the bad guy" when we prioritize our mental wellbeing. Join therapists Tina and Michelle as they tackle three compelling real-life scenarios where p...
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Ep 4 The Healing Power of Clean Spaces
When trauma strikes, our living spaces often become silent casualties. A death in the family, divorce, job loss, or abuse can trigger a cascade of mental health challenges that quickly manifest in our physical surroundings. As Tina Mongeon expl...
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Ep 3 When TikTok Becomes Your Therapist: Navigating Modern Mental Health Challenges
The digital landscape has transformed how we view ourselves, relate to others, and manage our mental health—and not always for the better. In this candid conversation, we dive deep into the psychological impact of social media platforms that ha...
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Ep 2 Rewiring Your Thoughts Without Saying a Word
Your brain possesses a remarkable superpower that most people never fully access—the ability to change and heal itself. Registered psychotherapist Yvonne Burwash joins us to reveal how neurofeedback taps into this natural capacity, offering a n...
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Ep 1 Breaking the Stigma: Why We Started The MindSpa Podcast
Michelle Massunken and Tina Wilston introduce MindSpa, a podcast dedicated to deeper conversations about mental health, sharing insights, and having honest discussions about the power of talking to someone.• Michelle and Tina s...
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