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Make Mental Health Matter with Kelli Melissa Reinhardt: Veteran’s Path to Purpose

A Veteran’s Path to Purpose with Dr. Keith McNally
On this episode of the Make Mental Health Matter Show, Kelli talks with Dr. Keith McNally. 
He will talk about his embark on a 2,193 mile hike across 14 states from Georgia to Maine to bring awareness, hope, and support to other veterans who are suffering in silence. He is looking for organizations that will sponsor/support his hike: https://walkingthepath.net.
Keith is a US Marine Combat Veteran. Having survived two suicide attempts and one heart attack, he is here to tell you: "Make each day count!"
Trail to Transformation is part of the Walking the Path story. Since his second suicide attempt (2021) & heart attack (2022), he has been on a mission to redesign his life. He now lives a life of meaning and purpose. And he wants to share these attributes with you.
He wrote Walking the Path - A Leader's Journey from the need to make sense of his life. Wrapped within the context of leadership, the book focuses on personal development within six core principles: Accomplishments, Alignment, Collaboration, Intent, Sustainability, and Values. Together, these principles create the personal character that defines who you are. By knowing who you are, you can design the life you want to live and how you want to live it!
Find out more about Keith here:
https://drkeithmcnally.com/
https://walkingthepath.net
https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkeithmcnally/ 
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Make Mental Health Matter with Kelli Melissa Reinhardt: Azadeh Atzberger

Azadeh Atzberger’s Journey to a Finally Free Life
On this episode of the Make Mental Health Matter Show, Kelli talks with Azadeh Atzberger.
Little bit about Azadeh story: “My story is that I was born into a war zone. I was born in Iran during the revolution, and we escaped. I grew up being bullied and abused. I became addicted to drugs and alcohol all throughout high school. It was until I became a victim of domestic violence that I decided to get help. I got sober at age 30 and left my abuser at the same time. I have since then become passionate in helping victims of narcissistic abuse.”
Bio: Azadeh Atzberger is a distinguished 3-time Bestselling Author, the esteemed Founder of Finally Free Life, serving as a Transformational Life Coach and Couples Coach. Renowned as the visionary behind "The 12 Steps For Narcissistic Abuse Recovery," she draws from her own journey as a trauma survivor of domestic and sexual abuse and a triumphant conqueror of addiction. Her profound passion lies in empowering individuals to navigate trauma, and find the freedom to manifest the lives they aspire to lead.
Find out more about Azadeh here:
Website -finallyfreelife.com
IG- @breakfree_riseandrebuild
As for Facebook, Linkedin, and You Tube I am under Azadeh Atzberger
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Make Mental Health Matter with Kelli Melissa Reinhardt: Recovery, Identity & Advocacy

Recovery, Identity & Advocacy with Vanessa Harry
On this episode of the Make Mental Health Matter Show, Kelli chats with Vanessa Harry.
Bit of the story from Vanessa: “Growing up as the first in our family to be born with 50% Cherokee blood line, having a father who was full blood and a mother who was not part of the Cherokee Nation. Raised in poverty in rural Oklahoma, spending a lifetime with mental health struggles, trauma, abandonment issues, many failed suicide attempts, gender identity, and a 30 year battle with substance addiction that led me to a 10 year prison sentence where my recovery journey truly began. I have worked in the treatment and recovery industry since 2021 and am passionate about bringing awareness and change to our community by helping stop stigma, providing a greater connection of available resources to those in need while showing the world the power of stepping out of the shadows and letting our voices shine. I live my life as a proud survivor who recovers out loud for myself and my community!”
Vanessa (she/they) proudly identifies as being a transgender female who is extremely active in her long-term sustained recovery. Vanessa is the Director of Community Connections for Advocates for Recovery Colorado,  and is on the board of directors for Colorado Artists in Recovery. Vanessa is a passionate advocate for both the Recovery and LGBTQ+ communities, a public figure and speaker, a performer, and a person committed to maintaining a consistent state of positive change for herself and her community.
Find out more about Vanessa here:
https://www.facebook.com/VanessaHarry216/
https://www.instagram.com/vanessaharry216/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-harry/
Bio - Advocates for Recovery Colorado - https://www.advocatesforrecovery.org/vanessa 
Bio - Colorado Artist in Recovery (board member) https://www.coloradoartistsinrecovery.org/meet-the-team-1
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Make Mental Health Matter with Kelli Melissa Reinhardt: Bragg the Right Way with Dr. Bragg

Bragg the Right Way with Dr. Bragg
On this episode of the Make Mental Health Matter Show, Kelli chats Dr. Bragg.
She is the creator of TheBraggFactor(R), a five-step system that she uses to teach people how to own and communicate their value. She will teach the audience how to create a 30- second Bragg that you can use during interviews, job performance reviews and when networking. This will help you to Bragg The Right Way!!
Dr. Bragg is a double board certified physician, 5X best-selling author, Certified High Performance Coach and Creator of TheBraggFactor(R). She uses TheBraggFactor(R) to teach people how to own and communicate their values. This will help them to increase their self-confidence which will enhance their ability to reach their goals.
Dr. Bragg has a Youtube Channel called The BraggFactor(R) where she gives tips for business owners and entrepreneurs every Tuesday.
Find out more about Dr. Bragg here:
Official website: http://www.TheBraggFactor.com
YouTube Channel: TheBraggFactor https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=thebraggfactor
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/TheBraggFactor
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/winifredbraggmd
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/@DrWinifredBragg
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Make Mental Health Matter with Kelli Melissa Reinhardt: Survival to Screen

Survival to Screen: Max Blaska’s Story
On this episode of the Make Mental Health Matter Show, Kelli chats with Max Blaska.
He is a screenwriter and mental health advocate who was the lead writer of a short film that has been playing at film festivals across America, including the MHSA Film Festival hosted by Make Mental Health Matter nonprofit in 2024. He has gone from suicidal to award winning filmmaker in 2 years. You do not want to miss hearing his story. 
Max Blaska was the lead writer of the short film Last Rung On The Ladder. He also is a survivor of anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation. He is using the film to talk about his experiences and to eventually use the performing arts to help end mental illness stigma.
Find out more about Max here:
https://www.mentalhealthwarriorfilmfest.com/
MentalhealthwarriorMax on Instagram
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Make Mental Health Matter with Kelli Melissa Reinhardt: Families & Mental Health

Families & Mental Health: Dr. Michelle D. Sherman
On this episode of the Make Mental Health Matter Show, Kelli chats with Michelle D. Sherman, PhD LP ABPP (she/her) is a licensed clinical psychologist who has dedicated her career to supporting families dealing with a mental illness or trauma/PTSD. She has worked in diverse settings, including the Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare system, private practice, and academia as a Professor at the University of Oklahoma and University of Minnesota Medical Schools.
Dr. Sherman is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association (APA), and is Board Certified in Couple and Family Psychology. She is the Editor in Chief of Couple and Family Psychology: Research and Practice, the journal of APA’s Society of Couple and Family Psychology, and was named their Family Psychologist of the Year in 2022. She has published over 75 articles in peer-reviewed journals, and has given several hundred workshops nationally and internationally. She served on the Board of the Oklahoma National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) for 14 years and now enjoys volunteering with the Minnesota NAMI affiliate.
Michelle and her mother DeAnne Sherman, a mental health advocate, are co-authors of Loving Someone with a Mental Illness or History of Trauma: Skills, Hope and Strength for Your Journey and I’m Not Alone: A Teen’s Guide to Living With a Parent Who Has Mental Illness or a History of Trauma.
Michelle and DeAnne believe that family members of people managing mental health problems and trauma have been invisible and unsupported for too long. It is time to SEE, HEAR, and INCLUDE them...recognize their sacrifices and contributions...and empower them with research-based information, practical skills, and hope.
Find out more about Michelle here:
Website: www.SeedsofHopeBooks.com 
LinkedIn: Michelle Sherman, PhD LP ABPP
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Make Mental Health Matter with Kelli Melissa Reinhardt: Chronic Illness to Vitality

Chronic Illness to Vitality: Heather Gray's Empowering Approach
On this episode of the Make Mental Health Matter Show, Kelli brings back Heather Gray.
Meet Heather Gray, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist and Bioenergetic Practitioner specializing in supporting clients with chronic and complex illnesses such as Lyme disease, Mold Toxicity and Autoimmune diseases. With over 32 years of personal experience, she understands the struggles of living with these conditions and is dedicated to helping others find relief.
Her personalized approach as a practitioner, podcast host, author, and Stand-Up Comedian has helped countless clients reduce inflammation in the body and brain, improve gut health, and achieve optimal wellness.
She helps her clients get to  the root cause of their symptoms and helps them take control of their health journey. Heather's approach is not only effective but also empowering.
Don't let chronic illness control your life. You can achieve the health and vitality you deserve.
Find out more about Heather here:
https://renegadehealthboss.com/
https://www.instagram.com/renegade_health_boss/
https://renegadehealthboss.buzzsprout.com/
https://www.rhbcourses.com/
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Make Mental Health Matter with Kelli Melissa Reinhardt: Holistic Fitness & Freedom

Jalen Garner: Holistic Fitness & Freedom
On this episode of Make Mental Health Matter Show, Kelli chats with Jalen Garner.
Jalen aka jmoney aka @godpreneurjay is a fitness and life coach that helps people transform their lives through holistic fitness. Hailing from Atlanta, GA, the entrepreneur mecca, jalen has taken over his life by taking over his habits and creating positive discipline to become a full time entrepreneur. Quit his full time job in 2020 to ascend to the freedom he is at now to travel networks and provide life changing results for his clients and colleagues by way of helping them see their true inmate potential and draw that energy outward.
Find out more about Jalen here:
IG: @godpreneurjay
@godleveltraining
YT: @godpreneurjay
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Make Mental Health Matter with Kelli Melissa Reinhardt: Owning Kids' Mental Health

Owning Kids' Mental Health: Dana Christian Lee's Journey
On this episode of Make Mental Health Matter Show, Kelli chats with Dana Christian Lee. Kelli and Dana will play the card game designed by Tell My Story and she will share her journey with us.
Dana is a mom of two amazing humans; William & Grace Christian. Originally from Michigan, they headed west for her daughter to attend college in Northern California 5 years ago & has found Petaluma, California to be her soul's home. Dana holds two degrees in education as well as certification in yoga and mindfulness. She has been a teacher for over 25 years in elementary/middle schools, religious education programs, as well as yoga & mindfulness teaching. Her passion is physical and mental wellbeing in community, offering access to resources and connection. In January 2023 Dana's journey with Tell My Story began. Tell My Story is a nonprofit whose mission is to 'help parents own their kids' mental health like they do their physical health,' through film, music and communication.
Find out more about Dana here:
https://tellmystory.org
@tellmystorycommunity - instagram
Tellmystory- Facebook
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Make Mental Health Matter with Kelli Melissa Reinhardt: Grief, Hope, and Healing

Grief, Hope, and Healing with Erin Blechman
On this episode of Make Mental Health Matter Show, Kelli talks Erin Blechman
On June 3, 2020, she lost our eldest son, Max, to suicide after his long battle with mental illness. His death has been the most devastating experience of her life and put her on the path to become an author, speaker, and certified Grief Educator.
She is an author, speaker, and Certified Grief Educator whose mission is to elevate the conversation around grief and loss, mental illness, and suicide. Her book, My Unexpected Journey: Reflections After Losing My Son to Suicide, chronicles the eighteen months following the devastating loss of her own beloved son, Max to suicide after his long battle with mental illness.
She offers grief support to bereaved parents through online groups and community talks that seek to build greater understanding of mental illness, suicide, loss and grief.
Erin lives part-time in both Pennsylvania and Florida with her husband, Bill and Max’s former dog, Emmylou. Their son, Sam, and his wife, Julia, reside in Pa. My Unexpected Journey is her first book. Follow Erin on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @erin.blechman and on her website at https://erinblechman.com/
Find out more about Erin here:
website: https://erinblechman.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erin.blechman/?__pwa=1
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erin.blechmanauthor
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-blechman-1b45b42b0
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