Stories of Mental Health & Wellness

Intimate conversations about mental health and wellness with psychotherapist Debra Sloss. Our guests share personal stories and hard-earned wisdom from their lived experience accompanied by experts sharing their professional knowledge on important mental health topics. Together we explore the intricacies of being human and living well. Join us for new understandings, seeds of hope, and valuable resources.

Topics include:

• Mental Health Stressors: Racism / Caregiving / Health Conditions
• Diagnosis Specific Topics: Bipolar Disorder / Anxiety / Psychotic Symptoms
• Trauma, Grief and Substance Use Recovery
• Building Resilience  / Creativity and Wellness / Relationship Support
• Teen Topics: LGBTQ+ / Trans Youth / Peer Support
• Suicide, Abuse and Domestic Violence Prevention
  And many more…Check out our complete archive below!

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Host & Producer

Debra Sloss, LMFT, a seasoned Santa Cruz, California based licensed psychotherapist, is the visionary behind the STATE of MIND Radio Show and Podcast. Inspired by her personal journey supporting her son through mental health challenges and her volunteer work with NAMI, Debra brings three decades of clinical experience to this project. With a wealth of experience in therapy services and supervision training, she’s dedicated to promoting mental health awareness and amplifying diverse perspectives.

Team

Youssef Hassanein – Audio Production and Volunteer Coordination
VJ Lukka – Audio Production
Patrice Vecchione – “In Your Voice” Story Coach
Ranton Hui & Roni Wong – Transcriptions
Priscilla Yee – Graphic Design
Nimalan Elanchelvan – Marketing
Katrina Tattenham and Heather Franks  – Research
Jennifer Young & Evelyn Strauss – Promotional Editors

Mission

Our aim is create a program that helps bring to light the complexity of the human experience, reduce stigma, provide valuable information, and improve access to care and support.

Equity Stance

At STATE of MIND, we believe in the inherent dignity and value of all people. We affirm the importance of equity for all marginalized communities, people with disabilities, and those impacted by systemic oppression. We acknowledge that systemic inequities and internal biases can hinder equal access and opportunities. As part of our commitment to equity, we strive to increase our awareness of these inequities and biases and act from values of inclusion, compassion, and justice.