Mental Illness Happy Hour

Dr. Nicole McNichols is an internationally renowned human sexuality professor, author, and speaker whose college course, The Diversity of Human Sexuality, is the most popular in the history of the University of Washington. She and Paul discuss the importance of communication when it comes to sex and the imperative of tossing shame out the window when it comes to what turns you on. More about Dr Nicole McNichols Check out her new book You Could Be Having Better S-x (Simon Element, Feb...

Marilyn is a support group friend who opens up about her journey to discovering her sexuality and her tendency toward love addiction. She talks about how she’s processing her trauma and what it meant to come out to herself and her community. This episode is sponsored Quince. Go to www.Quince.com/mental for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. This episode is sponsored by Alma...

Dr. Guy Winch is a psychologist and bestselling author who advocates for integrating the science of emotional health into our daily lives. He and Paul talk about the science of burnout and offer insights and practical tips for managing burnout--and avoiding it altogether. For more, look for his new book Mind Over Grind: How to Break Free When Work Hijacks Your Life More about Guy: His new book: Mind Over Grind https://www.guywinch.com/books/mind-over-grind/ Guy’s website: www.GuyWinch...

Lane Falcon is a podcast listener who discusses one of her Mental Illness Happy Hour survey responses and opens up about her struggles with bipolar disorder, trauma, and codependency. More about Lane www.LaneFalcon.com This episode is sponsored by Greenleaf Book Club. Pick up your copy of Mountains to Cross wherever books are sold! This episode is sponsored Quince. Go to www.Quince.com/mental for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too...

Marriage Therapist Zach Brittle talks with Paul about things that can kill marriages, his own struggles with coping with his feelings -especially anger- and how to truly work as a team in relationships. More about Zach: www.marriagetherapyradio.com www.ZachBrittle.com IG @marriagetherapyradio YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@marriagetherapyradio Read Zach’s books  This episode is sponsored by Greenleaf Book Club...

Writer/Journalist Sophia Laurenzi @Sophia_Laurenzi shares about the family secrets that were kept from her for years, her father coming out of the closet and his battles with mental health, her struggles with codependency and using work as a tool to cope with her feelings. She also shares some personal experiences she had working on behalf of inmates on Death Row. More about Sophia: Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram...

Jennifer Westcott is a therapist and regular guest on the pod. This week, she and Paul discuss the complexity of reconciling good memories with abusive memories and the pain of missing family members after choosing to go no-contact.  More about Jennifer: https://youtube.com/@therapistsanctuary?si=LXxyNlcClD00m-Qz https://www.holistichealingcounselling.com/therapist-sanctuary https://insta.openinapp.co/7s936 This episode is sponsored by Greenleaf Book Club...

Kyle Kittleson is a YouTube host and a mental health and animal advocate. He shares his experience with losing his mother as a child, how it affects his adult relationships, and the importance of building empathy and resilience, particularly in children.  More about Kyle Look for his videos on MedCircle.com and BabaBlast.com This episode is sponsored Quince. Go to www.Quince.com/mental for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too...

Sarah Haufrect is a returning guest and long-time listener who shares her experience with loss, grief, and the parent-child relationship. She opens up about processing her mother’s borderline personality disorder (BPD) after her death and the transformative moments spent with her father while he was dying. Look for her podcast, Brain Stories, which shares personal stories about mental health Brain Stories Website: https://brainstoriesproductions...

The very first MIHH ep ever which originally aired in March of 2011.. Paul interviews his Dinner and a Movie co-host Janet Varney (@theJVClub) about her battles with anxiety, depression food and panic attacks. Listen as one people-pleaser interviews another! Enjoy Janet parrying a compliment coming her way! En grade!  More about Janet www.JanetVarney.com IG and Threads @TheJVClub TikTok @Janet.Varney Sketchfest https://sfsketchfest2026.sched...