Myndtalk With Dr. Pamela Brewer

Right Recovery For You : A new approach to recovery from addictive or complusive behaviors. "As long as you are operating out of what you have been told addiction is - and all the myths and lies that go along with that, you will never be able to choose beyond it. ... Are you willing to consider a radically differenct approch to addiction?" Dr. Brewer and psychotherapist/author Marilyn Bradford discuss an entirely new approach to addiction treatment.  

Building A Better Man - Dr. William Seymour Part 3 of 3 Three men - all psychologists - from varying backgrounds and experiences come together to discuss something they all have in common - the experience of being a man; and their differences as an African American, a Latino, and a Caucausian. Together they created "Building A Better Man: Blueprint For Decreasing Vioelnce and Increasing Prosocial Behavior in Men"  Today Dr. Brewer talks with the Caucasuasin contibutor Dr. William Seymour.

There are powerful changes that occur as a result of birth trauma.  Learn what often happens and what can happen to improve the psychological health of our babies. There are powerful differences we can make in our children's lives with positive prenatal care.  Guest - Chuck Green. President of Alpha Maxx Health Care. AMAXX is the premiere NCQA accredited Perinatal Population Health Management firm operating in Western Tennessee.  Utilizing its biopsychosocial approach, Alpha Maxx’s collaborative initiative has dramatically and consistently stabilized, and reduced the incidence of prematurity and infant mortality in Western Tennessee.   

The Many Sides of Anger??Dr.Pamela Brewer talks with Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the Washington, DC Metro area, Dr. Ann Turner, about ANGER across the spectrum - children, men, women and the elderly. Dr. Turner works with adults, adolescents, and children who have a range of family, personal, and work-related problems.   Be sure to join us for this insightful and educational conversation about the many faces of ANGER. 

The Year After Ashley Warner joins Dr. Brewer for a discussion of her life - the year after (and beyond) being sexually assaulted in her home.   This conversation is a must listen for anyone who has experienced sexual assault - knows someone who has experienced sexual assault - or is trying to figure out how to support a friend, a family member, co-worker, etc.  In other words - this conversation is a must listen for all - the book, The Year After, is a must read for all.

LEANING INTO LOVE There are times when the connection is so strong, and the grief so great when the connection is broken, particularly in death, that it can seem almost impossible to imagine a time of feeling free enough from the grief to move on.  But this is precisely what happened to Elaine Mansfield author of "Leaning Into Love".  Join Dr. Brewer and her guest for this amazing journey.

Building A Better Man - Dr. Hector Torres Part 2 of 3 Three men - all psychologists - from varying backgrounds and experiences come together to discuss something they all have in common - the experience of being a man; and their differences as an African American, a Latino, and a Caucausian. Together they created   "Building A Better Man: Blueprint For Decreasing Vioelnce and Increasing Prosocial Behavior in Men"  Today Dr. Brewer talks with the Latino contibutor Dr. Hector Torres    

Welcome to this newest addition to the daily MyNDTALK line- up.  Episodically, in selected areas, Friday : "On The Other Side" - will examine social, economic, political events, etc. that are not ordinarily considered in a mental health context.  Dr. Brewer and her guests will consider these topics and include the mental health impact.  Our debut Friday "On The Other Side" presentation features Dr Brewer and Community Organizer/Author/Consultant Lonnie Hicks.  They have a discussion about community organizing - from the other side. Be sure to send your commentsin your www.MyNDTALK.org 

Dr. Brewer is joined by Dr. Lidia Zylowska - author of The Mindfulness Prescription for Adult ADHD ... "A superb book, an important book, a book that breaks new ground. Anyone who is interested in the treatment of ADHD in adults must own this. Rigorous in its research, accessible in its style, convincing in its argument, and novel in its premise, this books keeps its promise of offering a reliable mindfulness prescription. I hugely recommend this book!"– Edward Hallowell, M.D. founder of Hallowell Centers, author of Driven to Distraction and Delivered from Distractions  

Freedom In Words Frederick Lowe founded The NorthStar News & Analysis eight years ago in Chicago to provide unbiased news and insight for African American men nationwide. The NorthStar is a free twice-a-week online pub that covers current events, black history, the arts, business, and other topics. Learn how making the choice to launch The NorthStar was his movement toward freedom!

Building A Better Man - Dr. Ramel Smith Part 1 of 3 Three men - all psychologists - from varying backgrounds and experiences come together to discuss something they all have in common - the experience of being a man; and their differences as an African American, a Latino, and a Caucasian. Together they created   "Building A Better Man: Blueprint For Decreasing Violence and Increasing Prosocial Behavior in Men"  Today Dr. Brewer talks with the African-American contributor Dr. Ramel Smith. 

Dr Brewer and her audience tackle the issues of stalking and bullying - identifying the behaviors and ways to cope.

Know What's True and Protect Yourself "From Charm to Harm will empower you to recognize and describe the psychological destruction wrought by an intimate partner who claims to love you. It will provide you with ways to protect yourself and your loved ones in current and future relationships. Determine if your mate is emotionally abusive, the effects on you, and how you may be enabling the abuse. Find out how and why charm turns to harm when one partner has a deep-seated need to control the other partner. Discover why people abuse their lovers, why their lovers allow it, how it happens, and its aftermath. Learn how easy it is to get caught up in the oppressive cycle of emotional abuse and how you might be contributing to your own suffering. Learn how to stand up to an abusive partner, get treatment for both partners, and make the choice to leave or stay in the relationship. From Charm to Harm will help you stop the cycle of emotional abuse and claim your right to be loved and respected by your mate."

STROKE! "I check myself out in a full-length mirror before leaving the house, a necessary ritual since the day I showed up for a meeting wearing my blouse inside-out and mixed-matched shoes. At the top of my mental checklist are buttons, zippers, clothing labels, hair, and finally the shoes. Even the minutest task cannot be taken for granted. Such is life after brain damage from stroke."   These are the words of today's guest, Joyce Sampson - who at the age of 53 - suffered "at least 7 strokes".  Hear her story and think about your own life...and the lessons she teaches us all - just by living.

Pastor Teka Obsa Fogi  -- leads the Oromo Resurrection Evangelical Church in Kensington, Maryland. Pastor Teka immigrated to the United States from Oromo, a region covering the south of Ethiopia, and parts of Kenya and Tanzania. Teka was a veterinarian in Oromo who immigrated to the U.S. in the 1990s as his country fell under the sway of communists and other ethnic groups. Who is Pastor Fogi today? What is his life like in the United States?  What is his passion for freedom?  And for whom? Listen and learn from this man of faith and passion and freedom.

STRESS PANDEMIC?  "Do you feel anxious or on edge a lot of the time? Do you know you suffer from stress but feel powerless to stop it? Do you have trouble sleeping, lack energy and patience, feel frequent sadness or tension, or experience even larger stress-related health problems? ... "Stress Pandemic draws upon organic food pioneer Paul Huljich's experience with stress-related illness ... . Huljich's strategies address the underlying habits and tendencies that cause stress, and he offers a comprehensive lifestyle solution designed to promote both physiological and psychological strength and balance... . "

Joseph Burgo and Pamela Brewer discuss various types of defense mechanisms we engage in every day life.  This show is for anyone who has ever said to him/her self or others "Now why did I do that?

The Good Life ? Join Dr. Brewer for her conversation with psychotherapist and author, Graham Music, about the creation, pursuit and maintenance of a good life. Learn about current research regarding altruism and empathy. Learn about the importance of stillness and hope for a future of good! 

Kayla Williams and Brian McGough met in Iraq in 2003, when they were serving in the 101st Airborne Division. She was an Arabic linguist; he was a staff sergeant who had earned a Bronze Star. In October of that year, at a time when they were becoming close but not yet seeing each other, McGough was on a bus in a military convoy when an IED went off, blowing out the front door and window .He was left with physical and cognitive problems he's still recovering from, as we stayed married.  What has this been like for Kayla?  Did they really have "Plenty of Time When We Get Home”?   

Freedom From Shame "Shame: the torment you feel when you’re exposed, humiliated, or rejected; the feeling of not being good enough. It’s a deeply painful and universal emotion, yet is not frequently discussed. For some, shame lurks in the unconscious, undermining self-esteem, destroying confidence, and leading to codependency. These codependent relationships—where we overlook our own needs and desires as we try to care for, protect, or please another—often cover up abuse, addiction, or other harmful behaviors. Shame and codependency feed off one another, making us feel stuck, never able to let go, move on, and become the true self we were meant to be. Learn the steps to freedom from shame and codependency as Dr. Brewer talks with Darlene Lancer, author of "Conquering Shame and Codependency: 8 Steps To Freeing The True You