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Mental Health: Hope and Recovery

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Mindfulness
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Anxiety Disorder
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Mental Health
Recovery
Relationships
Bipolar Disorder
Goals
Family Dynamics
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Happiness
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
Marsha Linehan
Acceptance
Attachment Theory
Behavioral Activation
Crisis Planning
Positive Psychology
Neuroplasticity

Helen Sneed and Valerie Milburn have both fought and overcome severe, chronic mental illnesses, and offer an insider’s approach to mental health. They share inspirational true stories and a host of recovery skills. Episodes examine conditions such as depression, anxiety, substance use and eating disorders, self-harm, suicide, and other major illnesses. You’ll learn about treatment options, coping ... more

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This is an indispensable look at why individual and community relationships are the cornerstone for healing and recovery. As old as humankind, the great necessity for human connection is nowhere more critical than in the battle for mental health. The... more

Mental Health: Hope and Recovery

Episode Title: How Helen and Valerie (Mostly) Outsmart Negativity

Episode 63 | Duration 47:45

Hosts: Helen Sneed & Valerie Milburn

EPISODE OVERVIEW

On the brink of the new year, Valerie and Helen do a deep search... more

In this in-depth and hope-filled episode of Mental Health: Hope and Recovery, hosts Helen Sneed and Valerie Milburn welcome DBT expert Penny Kruger, LCSW-S, for a powerful conversation about Dialectical Behavior Therapy and why it continues to change... more

In this special solo episode, Valerie shares her favorite mindfulness exercises from the past year—practices that support calm, clarity, and emotional balance in recovery. She explores what mindfulness truly is, how to build a simple and successful m... more

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Recent Guests

Penny Kruger
LCSW-S, expert in DBT and RODBT
Austin DBT Associates / UT Dell Medical School (affiliation mentioned)
Episode: Navigating Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with an Expert Therapist
Samantha Potthoff
Licensed marriage and family counselor; co-founder of Therapy Collective of California
Therapy Collective of California
Episode: A Therapist Examines Therapy
Patricia Wentzel
Mental health advocate, writer, artist and parent
National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI Sacramento)
Episode: The Rough Road of Bipolar Disorder: One Woman's Journey
Phoenix Wang
Advocate and storyteller with a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder; founder of a peer-led support group and active mental health advocate
Founder of New York City's in-person peer-led support group for BPD; advocate
Episode: Setbacks on the Road to Recovery
Gary Mitchell
Co-author of When a Loved One Won't Seek Mental Health Treatment
St. Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute
Episode: When a Loved One Won't Seek Mental Health Treatment

Hosts

Helen Sneed
Host with lived experience of multiple mental health conditions; co-host focusing on recovery, mindfulness, and practical strategies.
Valerie Milburn
Co-host sharing recovery narratives, mindfulness practices, and practical wellness strategies.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Excellent Show

    This podcast is a gift to everyone who lives with mental health challenges and for their loved ones. The experience, knowledge and compassion that Valerie and Helen bring to the show is inspiring and healing. Thank you for offering your valuable insights as well as bringing amazing guest speakers.

    KB

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KBNC24
    United States8 months ago
  • This podcast helped me get healthy.

    I listened to most of these episodes while learning to live without alcohol. They accompanied me on many walks. The empathy I felt a helped. The information empowered me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bob Ackley
    United States8 months ago
  • Bipolar Update!

    I have just listened to the 22nd and 23rd episodes of this fine podcast. This last episode was the second of two devoted to Bipolar disorder. It clearly showed the strengths of this podcasting team- clear goals are set and delivered, the shared narration is effective, the information offered is practical, based on research and the guidance suggested comes from the hosts' personal experience. It will prove directly relevant to anyone struggling with long term mental illness or supporting someone... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cenizo99
    United States3 years ago
  • Mental Health: Hope and Recovery

    The ability to splay one’s wounds and mental health history open for the good of others is a rare and selfless gift. Helen Sneed and Valerie Milburn do just that, for both the health and wellness of those with mental health struggles, as well as those supporting them. I highly recommend we open this gift they have so rawly trusted us to explore with them.

    Please, also, share this gift with others,

    Vincent Dodd

    Author of: Suffer Less in Life & Work

    Founder: humanbonding.org

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vincent Dodd
    United States4 years ago
  • Helen’s Story...

    I have just listened to an episode of this new podcast. It shows tremendous promise- clear goals are set and delivered, the shared narration is effective and the information offered is practical and replicable by listeners who want to try the tips. Anyone struggling with long term mental illness will benefit from this show. Good beginning and I hope the show gains traction.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cenizo99
    United States5 years ago

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A Therapist Examines Therapy
Q: What is the most important component in building therapeutic relationships?
Safety and trust are foundational, with authenticity and collaboration making the client feel seen and heard, and partnerships rather than hierarchies guiding the process.
When a Loved One Won't Seek Mental Health Treatment
Q: What is involved in embracing valued activity?
Embracing valued activity involves identifying specific, measurable activities that increase quality of life, setting realistic goals with clear who/where/when details, and using these activities to reduce family heat while encouraging the individual toward healthier behavior as part of a broader recovery-adjacent approach.
When a Loved One Won't Seek Mental Health Treatment
Q: Can you tell us about recovery avoidance?
Recovery avoidance is when an individual chronically fails to take advantage of available treatment resources, which not only affects the person but also the family dynamics, often creating a trap that the entire household must navigate by shifting focus toward healthier family functioning and support.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mental Health: Hope and Recovery

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The show centers on personal recovery from major mental health challenges, with hosts sharing lived experiences, practical coping skills, and evidence-based approaches. Across episodes, listeners hear about relationships, mindfulness, goal setting, and family dynamics, as well as in-depth discussions on DBT, ketamine-assisted therapy, and navigating treatment. The format blends candid storytelling with actionable guidance for managing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and related issues, often featuring guest experts and advocates who provide clinical, lived-experience, and caregiver perspectives. A notable strength is the transparent, supportive tone and a consistent emphasis on community, hope, and practical steps toward recove... more

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