https://simplecast.com Conversations With Intent There are moments in life when we or someone we love faces an unexpected challenge—mental health struggles, addiction, a difficult diagnosis, or the heartache of infertility. In those moments, the questions can feel overwhelming: How can I help? Where do I even begin? Welcome to the Conversations With Intent podcast. In this heartfelt and illuminating series, Arden O’Connor and Diana Clark open up space for the conversations we often don’t know how to have. Through powerful interviews with experts, researchers, parents, and those with lived experience, we explore the full spectrum of mental health—without stigma and without judgment. From depression and addiction to aging, dementia, eating disorders, and recovery, no topic is too big or too small. Because understanding begins with listening, and healing starts with connection. 2025 - Intent Clinical en Tue, 19 Aug 2025 09:00:00 +0000 Tue, 19 Aug 2025 09:00:12 +0000 https://conversations-with-intent.simplecast.com Conversations With Intent https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/03b16624-8224-409d-86f9-6f2ab511d508/5d7cd688-4c11-415e-8fb1-2ac25c9e784f/3000x3000/cwi-logofull.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://conversations-with-intent.simplecast.com episodic There are moments in life when we or someone we love faces an unexpected challenge—mental health struggles, addiction, a difficult diagnosis, or the heartache of infertility. In those moments, the questions can feel overwhelming: How can I help? Where do I even begin? Welcome to the Conversations With Intent podcast. In this heartfelt and illuminating series, Arden O’Connor and Diana Clark open up space for the conversations we often don’t know how to have. Through powerful interviews with experts, researchers, parents, and those with lived experience, we explore the full spectrum of mental health—without stigma and without judgment. From depression and addiction to aging, dementia, eating disorders, and recovery, no topic is too big or too small. Because understanding begins with listening, and healing starts with connection. Diana Clark, Arden O'Connor false https://feeds.simplecast.com/Uhlw0QZu addiction, conversations with intent, diana clark, intent clinical, mental health Intent Clinical conversations@intentclinical.com 2494c79c-3176-4d51-ace9-7cc788a55ec2 What Do You Do When Motherhood Isn’t Perfect? Motherhood isn’t always picture-perfect—and for many women, the journey is filled with silent struggles that go unseen and undiscussed.

In this deeply personal episode of Conversations with Intent, Arden O’Connor speaks with Lindsay Halliday, a clinical case manager and mother of three, about her emotional path through infertility, miscarriage, and postpartum depression (PPD). Lindsay opens up about the highs and lows of becoming a parent—sharing her experience with fertility tracking, invasive testing, and a devastating misdiagnosis, all while trying to remain hopeful.

She also bravely discusses her postpartum depression, a condition she didn’t recognize at first despite her background in mental health. Thanks to a routine screening at her 8-week postpartum visit, she was able to get the help she needed—and later took proactive steps to protect her mental health before the birth of her twins.

This episode challenges the myth of "perfect motherhood" and encourages honest, supportive conversations about maternal mental health and the real-life challenges behind growing a family.

Topics Covered:

The emotional impact of miscarriage and infertility

Navigating pregnancy after loss

Recognizing and treating postpartum depression (PPD)

The importance of mental health screenings for new moms

Proactive care: antidepressants before and after delivery

Breaking the silence around motherhood and mental health

Resources & Links:

Website: https://intentclinical.com

Email: conversations@intentclinical.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intentclinical

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intentclinical

LinkedIn (Intent Clinical): https://www.linkedin.com/company/intentclinical

Arden O’Connor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arden-o-connor-87715b/

Lindsay Halliday LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-halliday-80b9a632/

]]> Tue, 19 Aug 2025 09:00:00 +0000 conversations@intentclinical.com (Intent Clinical) https://conversations-with-intent.simplecast.com/episodes/what-do-you-do-when-motherhood-isnt-perfect-LMjWEGCp Motherhood isn’t always picture-perfect—and for many women, the journey is filled with silent struggles that go unseen and undiscussed.

In this deeply personal episode of Conversations with Intent, Arden O’Connor speaks with Lindsay Halliday, a clinical case manager and mother of three, about her emotional path through infertility, miscarriage, and postpartum depression (PPD). Lindsay opens up about the highs and lows of becoming a parent—sharing her experience with fertility tracking, invasive testing, and a devastating misdiagnosis, all while trying to remain hopeful.

She also bravely discusses her postpartum depression, a condition she didn’t recognize at first despite her background in mental health. Thanks to a routine screening at her 8-week postpartum visit, she was able to get the help she needed—and later took proactive steps to protect her mental health before the birth of her twins.

This episode challenges the myth of "perfect motherhood" and encourages honest, supportive conversations about maternal mental health and the real-life challenges behind growing a family.

Topics Covered:

The emotional impact of miscarriage and infertility

Navigating pregnancy after loss

Recognizing and treating postpartum depression (PPD)

The importance of mental health screenings for new moms

Proactive care: antidepressants before and after delivery

Breaking the silence around motherhood and mental health

Resources & Links:

Website: https://intentclinical.com

Email: conversations@intentclinical.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intentclinical

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intentclinical

LinkedIn (Intent Clinical): https://www.linkedin.com/company/intentclinical

Arden O’Connor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arden-o-connor-87715b/

Lindsay Halliday LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-halliday-80b9a632/

]]> What Do You Do When Motherhood Isn’t Perfect? Intent Clinical 00:37:54 This episode of "Conversations with Intent" features Lindsay Halliday, a clinical case manager and mother of three, who bravely shares her deeply personal journey to motherhood, challenging common stereotypes and encouraging vulnerability around often-private struggles. Her path involved significant hurdles, beginning with a miscarriage after her first successful pregnancy, which led her to become more serious about fertility, tracking ovulation and prenatal care. This was followed by a challenging infertility journey, marked by invasive testing and emotional setbacks, including a shocking initial misdiagnosis of her husband's sperm count, which was devastating at the time. Lindsay emphasizes that despite these immense difficulties, her husband helped ground them, ensuring they still "lived their lives" amidst the all-consuming focus on getting pregnant. Her experience highlighted a profound need for more open discussion, as she wished she knew more people around her were struggling with similar issues. A crucial part of Lindsay's narrative focuses on the unvarnished realities of motherhood, contrasting with the "magical" and "all roses" visions often portrayed. She candidly discusses her struggle with postpartum depression (PPD), an experience she didn't initially recognize despite her background in mental health. Lindsay reveals that at her 8-week postpartum appointment, a screening questionnaire helped her identify the PPD, and she realized her inability to connect emotionally with her baby. She underscores the vital point that antidepressants can be prescribed by existing providers like midwives or OB/GYNs, removing the daunting task of finding a new specialist when one is already depressed. Later, she proactively went on antidepressants before delivering her twins to prevent a recurrence, emphasizing the importance of a mother's well-being for bonding with her children. Ultimately, Lindsay hopes that sharing these honest experiences will help destigmatize such struggles, fostering a supportive community for women in motherhood. This episode of "Conversations with Intent" features Lindsay Halliday, a clinical case manager and mother of three, who bravely shares her deeply personal journey to motherhood, challenging common stereotypes and encouraging vulnerability around often-private struggles. Her path involved significant hurdles, beginning with a miscarriage after her first successful pregnancy, which led her to become more serious about fertility, tracking ovulation and prenatal care. This was followed by a challenging infertility journey, marked by invasive testing and emotional setbacks, including a shocking initial misdiagnosis of her husband's sperm count, which was devastating at the time. Lindsay emphasizes that despite these immense difficulties, her husband helped ground them, ensuring they still "lived their lives" amidst the all-consuming focus on getting pregnant. Her experience highlighted a profound need for more open discussion, as she wished she knew more people around her were struggling with similar issues. A crucial part of Lindsay's narrative focuses on the unvarnished realities of motherhood, contrasting with the "magical" and "all roses" visions often portrayed. She candidly discusses her struggle with postpartum depression (PPD), an experience she didn't initially recognize despite her background in mental health. Lindsay reveals that at her 8-week postpartum appointment, a screening questionnaire helped her identify the PPD, and she realized her inability to connect emotionally with her baby. She underscores the vital point that antidepressants can be prescribed by existing providers like midwives or OB/GYNs, removing the daunting task of finding a new specialist when one is already depressed. Later, she proactively went on antidepressants before delivering her twins to prevent a recurrence, emphasizing the importance of a mother's well-being for bonding with her children. Ultimately, Lindsay hopes that sharing these honest experiences will help destigmatize such struggles, fostering a supportive community for women in motherhood. false full 13 1 12628e86-122e-4de7-ab94-f660203c3341 Going Beyond Biohacking to Integrative Mental Health What does it really take to heal—not just survive?

In this inspiring episode of Conversations with Intent, host Diana Clark speaks with Dr. Raghu Appasani, a practicing psychiatrist and thought leader in integrative mental health, about his radically human approach to healing the mind and body.

Through his concierge psychiatry model, Dr. Appasani steps outside traditional office settings—meeting patients where they are, from their homes to farmers markets—to address the root causes of mental distress. He shares how lifestyle, nutrition, trauma, autoimmune conditions, and community all play a role in emotional and cognitive well-being.

With a background shaped by his own struggles with anxiety and depression, Dr. Appasani works with a diverse population, including young adults, creatives, and professionals, to foster long-term habit change and self-empowered healing. This episode reframes what mental health care can—and should—look like.

Topics Covered:

The difference between integrative and traditional psychiatry

Why connection is a core pillar of mental wellness

Healing from anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction

Identifying root causes vs. managing symptoms

Concierge psychiatry and the future of patient care

Clean living, mindfulness, and nutrition as clinical tools

Resources & Links:

Intent Clinical: https://intentclinical.com

Email: conversations@intentclinical.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intentclinical

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intentclinical

LinkedIn (Intent Clinical): https://www.linkedin.com/company/intentclinical

Diana Clark LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-clark-jd-ma-02128031/

Dr. Raghu Appasani LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raghuappasani/

]]> Tue, 5 Aug 2025 09:00:00 +0000 conversations@intentclinical.com (Intent Clinical) https://conversations-with-intent.simplecast.com/episodes/going-beyond-biohacking-to-integrative-mental-health-2VMViLir What does it really take to heal—not just survive?

In this inspiring episode of Conversations with Intent, host Diana Clark speaks with Dr. Raghu Appasani, a practicing psychiatrist and thought leader in integrative mental health, about his radically human approach to healing the mind and body.

Through his concierge psychiatry model, Dr. Appasani steps outside traditional office settings—meeting patients where they are, from their homes to farmers markets—to address the root causes of mental distress. He shares how lifestyle, nutrition, trauma, autoimmune conditions, and community all play a role in emotional and cognitive well-being.

With a background shaped by his own struggles with anxiety and depression, Dr. Appasani works with a diverse population, including young adults, creatives, and professionals, to foster long-term habit change and self-empowered healing. This episode reframes what mental health care can—and should—look like.

Topics Covered:

The difference between integrative and traditional psychiatry

Why connection is a core pillar of mental wellness

Healing from anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction

Identifying root causes vs. managing symptoms

Concierge psychiatry and the future of patient care

Clean living, mindfulness, and nutrition as clinical tools

Resources & Links:

Intent Clinical: https://intentclinical.com

Email: conversations@intentclinical.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intentclinical

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intentclinical

LinkedIn (Intent Clinical): https://www.linkedin.com/company/intentclinical

Diana Clark LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-clark-jd-ma-02128031/

Dr. Raghu Appasani LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raghuappasani/

]]> Going Beyond Biohacking to Integrative Mental Health Intent Clinical 00:28:39 Dr. Raghu Appasani, a practicing psychiatrist and great thinker, brings a unique perspective to integrative and addiction psychiatry, advocating for a return to the essentials of clean eating, clean living, and community. He firmly believes that nobody gets well alone, emphasizing the critical role of human connection for overall well-being and longevity, even beyond diet and exercise. Dr. Appasani's distinctive approach, termed concierge psychiatry, involves making house calls and maintaining high availability for his patients via text and call, allowing him to become a highly trusted healthcare professional who can advocate for their comprehensive needs. Driven by a lifelong fascination with the human experience and personal battles with anxiety and depression, Dr. Appasani transcends traditional clinical settings, choosing to meet patients where they're at – in their homes, at farmers markets, or on hikes – to gain a holistic understanding of their lives. This allows him to observe their environment, discuss nutrition, and uncover underlying issues such as trauma, autoimmune conditions, or hormonal imbalances that might be contributing to their struggles, rather than just focusing on symptoms. He works with a diverse population, from young adults often misdiagnosed and dealing with substance use to executives and creatives, with the aim of fostering habit change and empowering them to heal themselves, celebrating both radical shifts and small, significant improvements in their lives. Dr. Appasani consistently practices what he preaches, prioritizing his own self-care through mindfulness, meditation, nutrition, and therapy. Dr. Raghu Appasani, a practicing psychiatrist and great thinker, brings a unique perspective to integrative and addiction psychiatry, advocating for a return to the essentials of clean eating, clean living, and community. He firmly believes that nobody gets well alone, emphasizing the critical role of human connection for overall well-being and longevity, even beyond diet and exercise. Dr. Appasani's distinctive approach, termed concierge psychiatry, involves making house calls and maintaining high availability for his patients via text and call, allowing him to become a highly trusted healthcare professional who can advocate for their comprehensive needs. Driven by a lifelong fascination with the human experience and personal battles with anxiety and depression, Dr. Appasani transcends traditional clinical settings, choosing to meet patients where they're at – in their homes, at farmers markets, or on hikes – to gain a holistic understanding of their lives. This allows him to observe their environment, discuss nutrition, and uncover underlying issues such as trauma, autoimmune conditions, or hormonal imbalances that might be contributing to their struggles, rather than just focusing on symptoms. He works with a diverse population, from young adults often misdiagnosed and dealing with substance use to executives and creatives, with the aim of fostering habit change and empowering them to heal themselves, celebrating both radical shifts and small, significant improvements in their lives. Dr. Appasani consistently practices what he preaches, prioritizing his own self-care through mindfulness, meditation, nutrition, and therapy. mental wellness podcast, clean living, personalized psychiatry, psychiatric innovation, whole-person healing, mindfulness and therapy, conversations with intent, anxiety treatment, functional mental health, diana clark, depression recovery, dr. raghu appasani, holistic mental health, concierge psychiatry, lifestyle psychiatry, integrative psychiatry, trauma-informed care, mental health nutrition, addiction psychiatry false full 12 1 62930d55-539f-4725-b066-cd777b21fa79 From WWE Star to Brain Advocate: The Truth About CTE & Head Injuries What if it’s not the concussions, but the unnoticed hits to the head that cause the most damage?

In this episode of Conversations with Intent, host Arden O’Connor speaks with Dr. Chris Nowinski, co-founder of the Concussion Legacy Foundation, Harvard graduate, and former WWE star. After suffering multiple head injuries in football and wrestling, Dr. Nowinski was diagnosed with post-concussion syndrome and became a leading voice in the fight to protect brain health.

He discusses the often-misunderstood condition Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) and explains how subclinical brain trauma—impacts that don’t cause immediate symptoms—can accumulate and lead to long-term cognitive damage. Dr. Nowinski also reflects on the tough decisions families face when kids play high-risk sports like football, hockey, and soccer, and advocates for youth safety in athletics.

Listeners will learn how to recognize early signs of concussion or CTE, the importance of brain health education, and the hope offered by emerging technologies for diagnosis and recovery.

Topics Covered:

What causes CTE and how it differs from concussions

Dr. Nowinski’s journey from WWE to brain health advocacy

The dangers of subclinical traumatic brain injury

How parents can make informed decisions about youth sports

Strategies to talk to a loved one about concussion risks

Promising new tools for diagnosing and treating CTE

Resources & Links:

Intent Clinical: https://intentclinical.com

Email: conversations@intentclinical.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intentclinical

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intentclinical

LinkedIn (Intent Clinical): https://www.linkedin.com/company/intentclinical

Arden O’Connor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arden-o-connor-87715b/

Concussion Legacy Foundation: https://concussionfoundation.org

]]> Tue, 22 Jul 2025 09:00:00 +0000 conversations@intentclinical.com (Intent Clinical) https://conversations-with-intent.simplecast.com/episodes/from-wwe-star-to-brain-advocate-the-truth-about-cte-head-injuries-NfvHz3yg What if it’s not the concussions, but the unnoticed hits to the head that cause the most damage?

In this episode of Conversations with Intent, host Arden O’Connor speaks with Dr. Chris Nowinski, co-founder of the Concussion Legacy Foundation, Harvard graduate, and former WWE star. After suffering multiple head injuries in football and wrestling, Dr. Nowinski was diagnosed with post-concussion syndrome and became a leading voice in the fight to protect brain health.

He discusses the often-misunderstood condition Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) and explains how subclinical brain trauma—impacts that don’t cause immediate symptoms—can accumulate and lead to long-term cognitive damage. Dr. Nowinski also reflects on the tough decisions families face when kids play high-risk sports like football, hockey, and soccer, and advocates for youth safety in athletics.

Listeners will learn how to recognize early signs of concussion or CTE, the importance of brain health education, and the hope offered by emerging technologies for diagnosis and recovery.

Topics Covered:

What causes CTE and how it differs from concussions

Dr. Nowinski’s journey from WWE to brain health advocacy

The dangers of subclinical traumatic brain injury

How parents can make informed decisions about youth sports

Strategies to talk to a loved one about concussion risks

Promising new tools for diagnosing and treating CTE

Resources & Links:

Intent Clinical: https://intentclinical.com

Email: conversations@intentclinical.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intentclinical

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intentclinical

LinkedIn (Intent Clinical): https://www.linkedin.com/company/intentclinical

Arden O’Connor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arden-o-connor-87715b/

Concussion Legacy Foundation: https://concussionfoundation.org

]]> From WWE Star to Brain Advocate: The Truth About CTE & Head Injuries Intent Clinical 00:33:24 In this episode, join Dr. Chris Nowinski, a former WWE Star, Harvard alumnus, and co-founder of the Concussion Legacy Network, as he shares his personal journey into brain health advocacy.... After sustaining numerous head injuries from playing football and wrestling, which ultimately led to his retirement due to post-concussion syndrome, Nowinski realized he was "completely ignorant" about the damage he had been doing to his brain. His experience with debilitating symptoms like chronic headaches, cognitive fog, short-term memory issues, and REM behavior disorder fueled his deep dive into researching brain injuries and advocating for better understanding and recovery.... He emphasizes that while his brain did recover and rewire over time, getting "kicked in the head too many times" had a profound and lasting impact. The conversation primarily focuses on Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) and its impact on individuals and families. A major misperception addressed is that concussions are the primary drivers of CTE risk; instead, subclinical traumatic brain injury – hits without obvious symptoms – causes microscopic brain damage that accumulates over time, putting individuals at risk even without a diagnosed concussion. Nowinski, as a parent, discusses the difficult choices parents face regarding sports like football, rugby, ice hockey, and soccer, which carry significant head injury risks, advocating for a "stop hitting kids in the head" campaign. He highlights that objective benefits of these sports often do not outweigh the risk of CTE, and that other activities can foster toughness without head trauma. The episode also touches on strategies for families to approach loved ones suspected of having concussions or CTE, and the hope offered by emerging technologies in identifying and treating these conditions. In this episode, join Dr. Chris Nowinski, a former WWE Star, Harvard alumnus, and co-founder of the Concussion Legacy Network, as he shares his personal journey into brain health advocacy.... After sustaining numerous head injuries from playing football and wrestling, which ultimately led to his retirement due to post-concussion syndrome, Nowinski realized he was "completely ignorant" about the damage he had been doing to his brain. His experience with debilitating symptoms like chronic headaches, cognitive fog, short-term memory issues, and REM behavior disorder fueled his deep dive into researching brain injuries and advocating for better understanding and recovery.... He emphasizes that while his brain did recover and rewire over time, getting "kicked in the head too many times" had a profound and lasting impact. The conversation primarily focuses on Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) and its impact on individuals and families. A major misperception addressed is that concussions are the primary drivers of CTE risk; instead, subclinical traumatic brain injury – hits without obvious symptoms – causes microscopic brain damage that accumulates over time, putting individuals at risk even without a diagnosed concussion. Nowinski, as a parent, discusses the difficult choices parents face regarding sports like football, rugby, ice hockey, and soccer, which carry significant head injury risks, advocating for a "stop hitting kids in the head" campaign. He highlights that objective benefits of these sports often do not outweigh the risk of CTE, and that other activities can foster toughness without head trauma. The episode also touches on strategies for families to approach loved ones suspected of having concussions or CTE, and the hope offered by emerging technologies in identifying and treating these conditions. concussion legacy foundation, sports and brain health, brain injury, chris nowinski, conversations with intent, preventing brain damage in sports, chronic traumatic encephalopathy, youth sports safety, mental health in athletes, wwe brain injury, football concussion risks, arden o’connor, post-concussion syndrome, cte awareness, subclinical brain trauma, concussion podcast false full 11 1 1ad4e3b2-5310-4fbd-b129-34e94959ab33 How One Person Can Transform Your Entire Family Dynamic When is it time to go to therapy—and how much can one person really change a family system?

In this episode of Conversations with Intent, Diana Clark speaks with Eden Garcia Bis, CEO of Airport Marina Counseling Services, about the powerful ripple effects of family therapy. Together, they explore the critical differences between individual therapy vs. family therapy, and why even one person seeking help can initiate meaningful transformation across the entire family.

Eden explains how family therapy focuses on communication patterns, roles, and relationship dynamics—offering insight into how to shift long-standing issues at the root. Whether it's navigating divorce, addiction, trauma, or simply wanting to improve how your family connects, this episode provides actionable insights, clinical guidance, and hope for healing.

If you're curious about therapy, or wondering whether your family could benefit from support, this conversation breaks it all down with compassion and clarity.

Topics Covered:

  • When to seek family therapy vs. individual therapy
  • How one person's change can shift an entire family system
  • Common reasons families start therapy (divorce, addiction, trauma, conflict)
  • Key elements of successful family therapy
  • The importance of working with a licensed family therapist
  • Long-term benefits: improved communication, empathy, reduced anxiety/depression, and stronger family bonds

Key Takeaways:

  • Family therapy looks at patterns and interactions, not just symptoms
  • It only takes one motivated family member to create a ripple effect of change
  • A trained therapist ensures every voice is heard, even in conflict
  • Finding the right therapist requires research, interviews, and ensuring they have family-specific training

LINKS:

]]> Tue, 8 Jul 2025 09:00:00 +0000 conversations@intentclinical.com (Intent Clinical) https://conversations-with-intent.simplecast.com/episodes/how-one-person-can-transform-your-entire-family-dynamic-bJBiVdrb When is it time to go to therapy—and how much can one person really change a family system?

In this episode of Conversations with Intent, Diana Clark speaks with Eden Garcia Bis, CEO of Airport Marina Counseling Services, about the powerful ripple effects of family therapy. Together, they explore the critical differences between individual therapy vs. family therapy, and why even one person seeking help can initiate meaningful transformation across the entire family.

Eden explains how family therapy focuses on communication patterns, roles, and relationship dynamics—offering insight into how to shift long-standing issues at the root. Whether it's navigating divorce, addiction, trauma, or simply wanting to improve how your family connects, this episode provides actionable insights, clinical guidance, and hope for healing.

If you're curious about therapy, or wondering whether your family could benefit from support, this conversation breaks it all down with compassion and clarity.

Topics Covered:

  • When to seek family therapy vs. individual therapy
  • How one person's change can shift an entire family system
  • Common reasons families start therapy (divorce, addiction, trauma, conflict)
  • Key elements of successful family therapy
  • The importance of working with a licensed family therapist
  • Long-term benefits: improved communication, empathy, reduced anxiety/depression, and stronger family bonds

Key Takeaways:

  • Family therapy looks at patterns and interactions, not just symptoms
  • It only takes one motivated family member to create a ripple effect of change
  • A trained therapist ensures every voice is heard, even in conflict
  • Finding the right therapist requires research, interviews, and ensuring they have family-specific training

LINKS:

]]> How One Person Can Transform Your Entire Family Dynamic Intent Clinical 00:29:14 This episode of "Conversations with Intent" features Eden Garcia Bis, CEO of Airport Marina Counseling Services, discussing the crucial differences between individual therapy and family therapy, and addressing the "all-important question of when do we actually need to go to therapy" Individual therapy focuses on one person's feelings and behavior, while family therapy centers on the unit, patterns within the family, and interactions among members, aiming to address the root of the problem for a successful solution. This episode of "Conversations with Intent" features Eden Garcia Bis, CEO of Airport Marina Counseling Services, discussing the crucial differences between individual therapy and family therapy, and addressing the "all-important question of when do we actually need to go to therapy" Individual therapy focuses on one person's feelings and behavior, while family therapy centers on the unit, patterns within the family, and interactions among members, aiming to address the root of the problem for a successful solution. airport marina counseling services, healing family trauma, when to go to therapy, communication in families, finding a family therapist, individual therapy, mental health podcast, therapy for conflict, conversations with intent, diana clark, how therapy helps families, family dynamics, parenting and therapy, eden garcia bis, improving family relationships, therapy for families, family therapy false full 10 1 f330fdbc-53e4-493c-97f2-5096789821e4 The Surprising Key To Slowing Alzheimer’s In a powerful episode of "Conversations with Intent," host Diana Clark engages in a deeply moving dialogue with Dan Hogan, a man uniquely equipped to offer insights on living with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's and Lewy body disease. Dan recounts the moment he received his devastating diagnosis, describing feelings of shock, depression, and isolation. A 2022 stroke during a squash tournament did not hold him back, illustrating his resilient spirit. Diana and Dan discuss his journey, which spans over a decade, starting with initial concerns about memory loss in 2010, leading to his eventual diagnosis.

Dan's thoughtful reflections reveal a man transformed by adversity, choosing to find purpose and hope in the face of his condition. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining optimism and staying active both cognitively and physically. His involvement with the Alzheimer's Association and other dementia-related groups showcases his commitment to breaking the stigma around dementia and providing support to others navigating similar journeys. He shares practical advice, including the importance of having a legal and medical plan in place and the therapeutic value of community engagement and remaining purpose-driven.

Chapters:

00:00 Meet Dan Hogan: A Remarkable Journey

01:13 The Diagnosis: A Life-Changing Moment

03:14 The Long Road to Diagnosis

05:52 Finding Purpose Amidst Struggle

07:19 Living with Alzheimer's: Daily Life and Activities

16:00 Legal and Practical Preparations

20:50 Family Reactions and Support

32:54 Hope and Joy: Finding Light in Dark Times

35:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

 

]]> Tue, 24 Jun 2025 09:00:00 +0000 conversations@intentclinical.com (Intent Clinical) https://conversations-with-intent.simplecast.com/episodes/the-surprising-key-to-slowing-alzheimers-a358JYNd In a powerful episode of "Conversations with Intent," host Diana Clark engages in a deeply moving dialogue with Dan Hogan, a man uniquely equipped to offer insights on living with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's and Lewy body disease. Dan recounts the moment he received his devastating diagnosis, describing feelings of shock, depression, and isolation. A 2022 stroke during a squash tournament did not hold him back, illustrating his resilient spirit. Diana and Dan discuss his journey, which spans over a decade, starting with initial concerns about memory loss in 2010, leading to his eventual diagnosis.

Dan's thoughtful reflections reveal a man transformed by adversity, choosing to find purpose and hope in the face of his condition. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining optimism and staying active both cognitively and physically. His involvement with the Alzheimer's Association and other dementia-related groups showcases his commitment to breaking the stigma around dementia and providing support to others navigating similar journeys. He shares practical advice, including the importance of having a legal and medical plan in place and the therapeutic value of community engagement and remaining purpose-driven.

Chapters:

00:00 Meet Dan Hogan: A Remarkable Journey

01:13 The Diagnosis: A Life-Changing Moment

03:14 The Long Road to Diagnosis

05:52 Finding Purpose Amidst Struggle

07:19 Living with Alzheimer's: Daily Life and Activities

16:00 Legal and Practical Preparations

20:50 Family Reactions and Support

32:54 Hope and Joy: Finding Light in Dark Times

35:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

 

]]> The Surprising Key To Slowing Alzheimer’s Intent Clinical 00:36:03 In a powerful episode of "Conversations with Intent," host Diana Clark engages in a deeply moving dialogue with Dan Hogan, a man uniquely equipped to offer insights on living with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's and Lewy body disease. Dan recounts the moment he received his devastating diagnosis, describing feelings of shock, depression, and isolation. In a powerful episode of "Conversations with Intent," host Diana Clark engages in a deeply moving dialogue with Dan Hogan, a man uniquely equipped to offer insights on living with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's and Lewy body disease. Dan recounts the moment he received his devastating diagnosis, describing feelings of shock, depression, and isolation. false full 9 1 179e6024-15c1-490b-b475-6c3b41c0f12e How Can We Truly Support Someone with an Eating Disorder? Supporting someone with an eating disorder requires more than good intentions—it takes awareness, compassion, and access to the right resources. In this episode of Conversations with Intent, host Arden O'Connor is joined by Priya James, Associate Director of Community Engagement at the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA).

Priya shares her personal journey and professional insights on eating disorders and disordered eating, offering a powerful look at early warning signs, how to speak to loved ones without shame, and why specialized care is so essential. She also discusses the impact of media on body image, the importance of using compassionate language, and how communities can rally around those struggling.

Whether you’re concerned about a friend, navigating your own recovery, or want to better understand the complexities of eating disorders, this episode offers practical advice, hopeful perspectives, and trusted resources.

Learn more at: www.nationaleatingdisorders.org

Topics Covered:

How to recognize early signs of eating disorders

What supportive conversations look and sound like

The importance of trauma-informed and specialized care

The impact of media and cultural messaging on body image

Resources and community-based tools for support and recovery

Resources & Links:

Website: https://intentclinical.com

Email: conversations@intentclinical.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intentclinical

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intentclinical

LinkedIn (Intent Clinical): https://www.linkedin.com/company/intentclinical

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]]> Tue, 10 Jun 2025 09:00:00 +0000 conversations@intentclinical.com (Intent Clinical) https://conversations-with-intent.simplecast.com/episodes/how-can-we-truly-support-someone-with-an-eating-disorder-Fw8q1Vga Supporting someone with an eating disorder requires more than good intentions—it takes awareness, compassion, and access to the right resources. In this episode of Conversations with Intent, host Arden O'Connor is joined by Priya James, Associate Director of Community Engagement at the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA).

Priya shares her personal journey and professional insights on eating disorders and disordered eating, offering a powerful look at early warning signs, how to speak to loved ones without shame, and why specialized care is so essential. She also discusses the impact of media on body image, the importance of using compassionate language, and how communities can rally around those struggling.

Whether you’re concerned about a friend, navigating your own recovery, or want to better understand the complexities of eating disorders, this episode offers practical advice, hopeful perspectives, and trusted resources.

Learn more at: www.nationaleatingdisorders.org

Topics Covered:

How to recognize early signs of eating disorders

What supportive conversations look and sound like

The importance of trauma-informed and specialized care

The impact of media and cultural messaging on body image

Resources and community-based tools for support and recovery

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]]> How Can We Truly Support Someone with an Eating Disorder? Intent Clinical 00:25:42 In this episode, Priya James, Associate Director of Community Engagement at the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA), shares her personal journey and professional insights into eating disorders and disordered eating. She discusses early warning signs, how to support loved ones, and the importance of compassionate language around food and bodies. Priya also highlights the value of specialized treatment teams, community-based support, and media representation. Tune in for practical advice, hopeful perspectives, and resources to help those affected. In this episode, Priya James, Associate Director of Community Engagement at the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA), shares her personal journey and professional insights into eating disorders and disordered eating. She discusses early warning signs, how to support loved ones, and the importance of compassionate language around food and bodies. Priya also highlights the value of specialized treatment teams, community-based support, and media representation. Tune in for practical advice, hopeful perspectives, and resources to help those affected. signs of eating disorders, community support, intent clinical, parenting and eating disorders, conversations with intent, body image, eating disorders, mental health, personal story, eating disorder recovery, support for eating disorders, neda, how to help someone with an eating disorder, eating disorder stories, family support, finding a therapist, media influence on body image, treatment for eating disorders, priya james, national eating disorders association, neda screening tool, disordered eating false full 8 1 25069a1e-93c3-4ed0-bcd4-4a5d9478de8b Who Takes Care of the Caregivers? A Frontline Nurse’s Story from the Pandemic What happens when those who care for everyone else are left without support? In this powerful episode of Conversations with Intent, host Diana Clark speaks with Dr. Meenal Viz, a frontline NHS doctor who served during the earliest and most uncertain days of the COVID-19 pandemic—while pregnant.

Dr. Viz opens up about working in an overwhelmed healthcare system, balancing personal risk with professional duty, and grieving the devastating loss of colleagues—including a pregnant nurse just down the street. She shares the emotional toll of being a caregiver during a crisis, her enduring love for medicine, and her call to action for systemic change and mental health support for healthcare professionals.

This deeply moving conversation is for anyone who’s ever asked: who takes care of the caregivers?

Topics Covered:

Life on the frontlines during the early days of COVID-19

The emotional and psychological toll on healthcare workers

Caring for others while navigating personal risk

The loss of a fellow pregnant frontline nurse

Mental health, grief, and advocacy in medicine

What support systems caregivers truly need

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]]> Tue, 27 May 2025 15:00:00 +0000 conversations@intentclinical.com (Intent Clinical) https://conversations-with-intent.simplecast.com/episodes/who-takes-care-of-the-caregivers-a-frontline-nurses-story-from-the-pandemic-RJkVaO_e What happens when those who care for everyone else are left without support? In this powerful episode of Conversations with Intent, host Diana Clark speaks with Dr. Meenal Viz, a frontline NHS doctor who served during the earliest and most uncertain days of the COVID-19 pandemic—while pregnant.

Dr. Viz opens up about working in an overwhelmed healthcare system, balancing personal risk with professional duty, and grieving the devastating loss of colleagues—including a pregnant nurse just down the street. She shares the emotional toll of being a caregiver during a crisis, her enduring love for medicine, and her call to action for systemic change and mental health support for healthcare professionals.

This deeply moving conversation is for anyone who’s ever asked: who takes care of the caregivers?

Topics Covered:

Life on the frontlines during the early days of COVID-19

The emotional and psychological toll on healthcare workers

Caring for others while navigating personal risk

The loss of a fellow pregnant frontline nurse

Mental health, grief, and advocacy in medicine

What support systems caregivers truly need

Resources & Links:

Website: https://intentclinical.com

Email: conversations@intentclinical.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intentclinical

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intentclinical

LinkedIn (Intent Clinical): https://www.linkedin.com/company/intentclinical

Diana Clark LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-clark-jd-ma-02128031/

Dr. Meenal Viz LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-meenal-viz-aa0314236/

Dr. Meenal Viz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmeenalviz

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]]> Who Takes Care of the Caregivers? A Frontline Nurse’s Story from the Pandemic Intent Clinical 00:26:14 In today’s episode of Conversations with Intent, frontline NHS nurse Dr. Meenal Viz reflects on the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic while pregnant and working in an overwhelmed healthcare system. She shares her love for patient care, the heartbreak of losing colleagues, and the devastating impact of a fellow pregnant nurse's death just down the street. In today’s episode of Conversations with Intent, frontline NHS nurse Dr. Meenal Viz reflects on the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic while pregnant and working in an overwhelmed healthcare system. She shares her love for patient care, the heartbreak of losing colleagues, and the devastating impact of a fellow pregnant nurse's death just down the street. nursing during crisis, mental health in medicine, pandemic frontline story, nhs pandemic response, pandemic mental health, support for healthcare workers, conversations with intent, healthcare workers support, caregiver burnout, frontline nurse covid story, diana clark, covid-19 grief, pregnant frontline nurse, dr. meenal viz, nhs covid, who cares for caregivers false full 7 1 42c4b2c0-2289-4fc1-8e6a-7cf1fbd0b738 How Can We Manage Anxiety in Such a Stressful World?  

Anxiety is everywhere—from our newsfeeds to our daily routines—and for many, it’s becoming harder to stay grounded in a world that feels anything but stable. In this timely episode of Conversations with Intent, host Diana Clark sits down with Michelle Massi, LMFT, to explore practical, real-world strategies for managing anxiety in the midst of constant stress and uncertainty.

Michelle shares her clinical perspective on the root causes of anxiety in today’s hyperconnected world and offers actionable tools to help you stay present, regulate emotions, and create space for calm—even when life feels overwhelming.

Whether you’re struggling with burnout, battling persistent anxiety, or simply seeking ways to take better care of your mental health, this episode offers insight, compassion, and clarity to help you move forward with intention.

Topics Covered:

Understanding how modern life fuels anxiety

Grounding techniques and daily rituals for emotional balance

The impact of social media and global stress on mental health

How to build resilience and self-regulation skills

When to seek support—and how to do it without shame

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]]> Tue, 13 May 2025 09:00:00 +0000 conversations@intentclinical.com (Intent Clinical) https://conversations-with-intent.simplecast.com/episodes/how-can-we-manage-anxiety-in-such-a-stressful-world-y4lTtUuO  

Anxiety is everywhere—from our newsfeeds to our daily routines—and for many, it’s becoming harder to stay grounded in a world that feels anything but stable. In this timely episode of Conversations with Intent, host Diana Clark sits down with Michelle Massi, LMFT, to explore practical, real-world strategies for managing anxiety in the midst of constant stress and uncertainty.

Michelle shares her clinical perspective on the root causes of anxiety in today’s hyperconnected world and offers actionable tools to help you stay present, regulate emotions, and create space for calm—even when life feels overwhelming.

Whether you’re struggling with burnout, battling persistent anxiety, or simply seeking ways to take better care of your mental health, this episode offers insight, compassion, and clarity to help you move forward with intention.

Topics Covered:

Understanding how modern life fuels anxiety

Grounding techniques and daily rituals for emotional balance

The impact of social media and global stress on mental health

How to build resilience and self-regulation skills

When to seek support—and how to do it without shame

Resources & Links:

Visit Intent Clinical

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]]> How Can We Manage Anxiety in Such a Stressful World? Intent Clinical 00:28:04 In the fifth episode of Conversations with Intent, Diana Clark sits down with Denine Gentilella to discuss the emotional and practical journey of caring for a parent with dementia. Denine shares the real-life challenges she and her brothers faced as they navigated the gradual shift from supporting their fiercely independent mother to stepping in as full-time caregivers. Their story is a candid look at the questions so many families face: When do you step in? How do you make the hard calls? And how do you stay connected through it all? In the fifth episode of Conversations with Intent, Diana Clark sits down with Denine Gentilella to discuss the emotional and practical journey of caring for a parent with dementia. Denine shares the real-life challenges she and her brothers faced as they navigated the gradual shift from supporting their fiercely independent mother to stepping in as full-time caregivers. Their story is a candid look at the questions so many families face: When do you step in? How do you make the hard calls? And how do you stay connected through it all? anxiety and social media, mental health strategies, anxiety recovery, how to calm anxiety, mental health podcast, therapy tools, michelle massi lmft, conversations with intent, burnout recovery, coping with anxiety, stress management, diana clark podcast, managing anxiety, lmft insights, grounding techniques, emotional regulation, modern anxiety, anxiety podcast, anxiety support, anxiety help false full 6 1 c09ebb04-9e29-4f91-b443-706f44e8e229 How do you care for a parent with Dementia? Caring for an aging parent is never easy—especially when dementia enters the picture. In this deeply moving episode of Conversations with Intent, Diana Clark is joined by Denine Gentilella, who opens up about her family’s journey as caregivers for their fiercely independent mother after signs of dementia began to emerge.

Denine shares the emotional and practical decisions she and her brothers faced as they shifted from supportive children to full-time caregivers. This episode is a candid and compassionate look at the realities of dementia caregiving, from recognizing early symptoms to making tough calls about intervention and care.

Whether you’re just beginning to notice changes in a loved one or already navigating full-time caregiving, this conversation offers insight, solidarity, and guidance for families learning how to care with intention.

Topics Covered:

  • Early signs of dementia in aging parents
  • How to know when to step in as a caregiver
  • The emotional toll and family dynamics of caregiving
  • Making difficult decisions while honoring your parent’s dignity
  • Resources, support, and tips for navigating the dementia journey

Resources & Links:

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]]> Tue, 29 Apr 2025 13:30:00 +0000 conversations@intentclinical.com (Intent Clinical) https://conversations-with-intent.simplecast.com/episodes/how-do-you-care-for-a-parent-with-dementia-AayjP_0S Caring for an aging parent is never easy—especially when dementia enters the picture. In this deeply moving episode of Conversations with Intent, Diana Clark is joined by Denine Gentilella, who opens up about her family’s journey as caregivers for their fiercely independent mother after signs of dementia began to emerge.

Denine shares the emotional and practical decisions she and her brothers faced as they shifted from supportive children to full-time caregivers. This episode is a candid and compassionate look at the realities of dementia caregiving, from recognizing early symptoms to making tough calls about intervention and care.

Whether you’re just beginning to notice changes in a loved one or already navigating full-time caregiving, this conversation offers insight, solidarity, and guidance for families learning how to care with intention.

Topics Covered:

  • Early signs of dementia in aging parents
  • How to know when to step in as a caregiver
  • The emotional toll and family dynamics of caregiving
  • Making difficult decisions while honoring your parent’s dignity
  • Resources, support, and tips for navigating the dementia journey

Resources & Links:

Visit Intent Clinical

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Diana Clark on LinkedIn

]]> How do you care for a parent with Dementia? Intent Clinical 00:26:23 In the fifth episode of Conversations with Intent, Diana Clark sits down with Denine Gentilella to discuss the emotional and practical journey of caring for a parent with dementia. Denine shares the real-life challenges she and her brothers faced as they navigated the gradual shift from supporting their fiercely independent mother to stepping in as full-time caregivers. Their story is a candid look at the questions so many families face: When do you step in? How do you make the hard calls? And how do you stay connected through it all? In the fifth episode of Conversations with Intent, Diana Clark sits down with Denine Gentilella to discuss the emotional and practical journey of caring for a parent with dementia. Denine shares the real-life challenges she and her brothers faced as they navigated the gradual shift from supporting their fiercely independent mother to stepping in as full-time caregivers. Their story is a candid look at the questions so many families face: When do you step in? How do you make the hard calls? And how do you stay connected through it all? caregiving journey, alzheimer’s caregiver tips, aging parents dementia, dementia awareness, caring for a parent with dementia, caregiving and siblings, alzheimer’s support, conversations with intent, navigating dementia, tough conversations caregiving, denine gentilella, diana clark podcast, family caregiver dementia, parent with alzheimer’s, dementia family story, signs of dementia, dementia support resources, elder care podcast, dementia caregiving, when to help parent with dementia false full 5 1 a23aa0f5-26ca-4c18-b21d-850842ecfbbb How Can Parents of Autistic Children Find Support? In the fourth episode of Conversations with Intent, host Diana Clark sits down with Brittney Crabtree from Moms Talk Autism to explore the emotional landscape of parenting a child on the spectrum.

Together, they discuss the real challenges parents face—from navigating diagnoses to finding meaningful community and support. Brittney shares her personal story as a mother and advocate, shedding light on how connection and honest conversations can break down the stigma and isolation often felt by families of autistic children.

Whether you're a parent, caregiver, educator, or advocate, this episode offers a compassionate and empowering look into the world of autism parenting and how support systems can make all the difference.

Topics Covered:

  • The emotional realities of parenting a child with autism
  • How community and support groups create connection
  • The role of honest, stigma-free conversations
  • Resources and strategies for families navigating autism
  • Advocacy, empowerment, and finding your voice as a parent

Resources & Links:

 

]]> Tue, 15 Apr 2025 09:00:00 +0000 conversations@intentclinical.com (Intent Clinical) https://conversations-with-intent.simplecast.com/episodes/how-can-parents-of-autistic-children-find-support-fOeKHMzx In the fourth episode of Conversations with Intent, host Diana Clark sits down with Brittney Crabtree from Moms Talk Autism to explore the emotional landscape of parenting a child on the spectrum.

Together, they discuss the real challenges parents face—from navigating diagnoses to finding meaningful community and support. Brittney shares her personal story as a mother and advocate, shedding light on how connection and honest conversations can break down the stigma and isolation often felt by families of autistic children.

Whether you're a parent, caregiver, educator, or advocate, this episode offers a compassionate and empowering look into the world of autism parenting and how support systems can make all the difference.

Topics Covered:

  • The emotional realities of parenting a child with autism
  • How community and support groups create connection
  • The role of honest, stigma-free conversations
  • Resources and strategies for families navigating autism
  • Advocacy, empowerment, and finding your voice as a parent

Resources & Links:

 

]]> How Can Parents of Autistic Children Find Support? Intent Clinical 00:32:23 In the fourth episode of Conversations With Intent, host Diana Clark sits down with Brittney Crabtree from Moms Talk Autism to explore the emotional landscape of parenting a child on the spectrum. They discuss the importance of community, where to find meaningful support, and how honest conversations can break down stigma and isolation. In the fourth episode of Conversations With Intent, host Diana Clark sits down with Brittney Crabtree from Moms Talk Autism to explore the emotional landscape of parenting a child on the spectrum. They discuss the importance of community, where to find meaningful support, and how honest conversations can break down stigma and isolation. autism community support, advocacy for autism families, parenting podcast, intent clinical, autism stigma, autism resources, conversations with intent, support for autism families, neurodiversity and parenting, moms talk autism, autism support for parents, autism mental health, diana clark podcast, parenting autistic children, support groups for autism, autism parenting advice, special needs parenting, raising a child with autism, autism awareness 2025, brittney crabtree false full 4 1 fba97fed-0cd2-41fc-80bc-fc903de5658b What Is Sober-Curious? What happens when a routine prescription turns into a life-altering addiction? In this powerful episode of Conversations with Intent, Dr. Jody Adewale shares his deeply personal story of opioid addiction following a college football injury—and how he found his way back to healing and purpose.

Now a practicing clinical psychologist, Dr. Adewale is using his experience to help others break free from dependency. He joins Diana Clark to discuss the growing sober-curious movement, unpacking what it means to question your relationship with substances and explore a life of greater clarity, intention, and self-awareness.

Whether you're in recovery, sober-curious, or supporting someone on their journey, this conversation offers valuable insight into addiction, recovery, and the power of living with intention.

Topics Covered:

  • What it means to be sober-curious
  • Dr. Adewale’s personal journey with opioid addiction and recovery
  • The importance of redefining sobriety
  • How curiosity and awareness can shift your relationship with substances
  • Tools for building a life rooted in clarity and purpose

Resources & Links:

]]> Tue, 1 Apr 2025 09:00:00 +0000 conversations@intentclinical.com (Intent Clinical) https://conversations-with-intent.simplecast.com/episodes/what-is-sober-curious-MFo9GknP What happens when a routine prescription turns into a life-altering addiction? In this powerful episode of Conversations with Intent, Dr. Jody Adewale shares his deeply personal story of opioid addiction following a college football injury—and how he found his way back to healing and purpose.

Now a practicing clinical psychologist, Dr. Adewale is using his experience to help others break free from dependency. He joins Diana Clark to discuss the growing sober-curious movement, unpacking what it means to question your relationship with substances and explore a life of greater clarity, intention, and self-awareness.

Whether you're in recovery, sober-curious, or supporting someone on their journey, this conversation offers valuable insight into addiction, recovery, and the power of living with intention.

Topics Covered:

  • What it means to be sober-curious
  • Dr. Adewale’s personal journey with opioid addiction and recovery
  • The importance of redefining sobriety
  • How curiosity and awareness can shift your relationship with substances
  • Tools for building a life rooted in clarity and purpose

Resources & Links:

]]> What Is Sober-Curious? Intent Clinical 00:31:54 What happens when a routine prescription turns into a battle for survival? Dr. Jody Adewale knows firsthand. After a college football injury led to an opioid addiction, he fought his way back—and now, as a clinical psychologist, he’s helping others break free from dependency. In the third episode of Conversations With Intent, Dr. Adewale discusses the sober-curious movement, shares his personal journey, and challenges us to reconsider what it means to live with clarity and purpose. What happens when a routine prescription turns into a battle for survival? Dr. Jody Adewale knows firsthand. After a college football injury led to an opioid addiction, he fought his way back—and now, as a clinical psychologist, he’s helping others break free from dependency. In the third episode of Conversations With Intent, Dr. Adewale discusses the sober-curious movement, shares his personal journey, and challenges us to reconsider what it means to live with clarity and purpose. prescription drug addiction, sobriety journey, psychologist sobriety, addiction and mental health, mental health podcast, opioid crisis, clinical psychologist addiction, intent clinical, conversations with intent, how to get sober, dr. jody adewale, living with intention, healing from addiction, mental clarity and sobriety, recovery and purpose, intentional living podcast, sober curious, life after addiction, addiction awareness, addiction support podcast, substance use recovery, diana clark podcast, recovery storytelling, sober lifestyle podcast, sober-curious movement, opioid addiction recovery false full 3 1 8fb9c841-a860-4a63-81c6-f43dea84a24a Is Diet a Four-Letter Word? In this episode of Conversations with Intent, Diana Clark speaks with renowned adolescent medicine expert Dr. Ellen Rome to unpack the complex and often misunderstood world of eating disorders. Together, they explore how families and loved ones can provide meaningful support to someone struggling, and why language, awareness, and empathy are essential in the path to recovery.

With decades of clinical experience, Dr. Rome offers practical, compassionate guidance for navigating the fear and confusion that often accompanies eating disorders. From recognizing early signs to avoiding common pitfalls, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to better understand how to support recovery with intention.

Topics Covered:

  • What an eating disorder really is (and what it isn’t)
  • How families and friends can be powerful allies in healing
  • The danger of diet culture and body image myths
  • Approaching support with empathy and without shame
  • Tools to foster long-term recovery and resilience

Resources & Links:

]]> Tue, 18 Mar 2025 09:00:00 +0000 conversations@intentclinical.com (Intent Clinical) https://conversations-with-intent.simplecast.com/episodes/is-diet-a-four-letter-word-drRaZ0SP In this episode of Conversations with Intent, Diana Clark speaks with renowned adolescent medicine expert Dr. Ellen Rome to unpack the complex and often misunderstood world of eating disorders. Together, they explore how families and loved ones can provide meaningful support to someone struggling, and why language, awareness, and empathy are essential in the path to recovery.

With decades of clinical experience, Dr. Rome offers practical, compassionate guidance for navigating the fear and confusion that often accompanies eating disorders. From recognizing early signs to avoiding common pitfalls, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to better understand how to support recovery with intention.

Topics Covered:

  • What an eating disorder really is (and what it isn’t)
  • How families and friends can be powerful allies in healing
  • The danger of diet culture and body image myths
  • Approaching support with empathy and without shame
  • Tools to foster long-term recovery and resilience

Resources & Links:

]]> Is Diet a Four-Letter Word? Intent Clinical 00:34:03 In the second episode of Conversations with Intent, Diana Clark sits down with Dr. Ellen Rome to explore how families can support a loved one struggling with an eating disorder. With a compassionate approach and expert insights, Dr. Rome breaks down what it truly means to have an eating disorder and offers practical advice for families and friends navigating this challenging journey. Whether you're seeking guidance, understanding, or ways to offer meaningful support, this conversation provides valuable tools to help foster recovery and healing. In the second episode of Conversations with Intent, Diana Clark sits down with Dr. Ellen Rome to explore how families can support a loved one struggling with an eating disorder. With a compassionate approach and expert insights, Dr. Rome breaks down what it truly means to have an eating disorder and offers practical advice for families and friends navigating this challenging journey. Whether you're seeking guidance, understanding, or ways to offer meaningful support, this conversation provides valuable tools to help foster recovery and healing. talking about eating disorders, compassionate mental health care, mental health support, dr. ellen rome, supporting loved ones with eating disorders, eating disorder treatment, breaking mental health stigma, recovery journey, mental health podcast, family support eating disorders, intent clinical, conversations with intent, cleveland clinic children's, ed recovery, eating disorders, podcast mental health, you are not alone, diana clark, diet culture, eating disorder recovery, eating disorder awareness, body image and eating disorders, how to help someone with an eating disorder, eating disorder help, mental health matters, teen eating disorders false full 2 1 38b1781c-b874-4cc1-b35a-d0539933468b Unmasking Bipolar Disorder In the first episode of Conversations with Intent, host Arden O’Connor speaks with Diana Clark about her personal journey with bipolar disorder, the challenges of masking, and the transformative power of authenticity.

Diana shares her experiences navigating the complexities of bipolar disorder, the stigma surrounding mental health, and the struggle of presenting a version of herself that society expects. She and Arden discuss the emotional toll of masking, the importance of seeking help, and how community support can be a vital part of the healing process.

This episode is for anyone who has experienced bipolar disorder, loves someone who has, or wants to learn more about the realities of living with it. The conversation aims to break the stigma, provide support, and remind listeners that they are not alone.

Topics Covered:

  • Understanding bipolar disorder and its impact
  • The mental and emotional cost of masking
  • The role of stigma in mental health struggles
  • The importance of community and support
  • How authenticity can be a tool for healing

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]]> Tue, 4 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 conversations@intentclinical.com (Intent Clinical) https://conversations-with-intent.simplecast.com/episodes/unmasking-bipolar-disorder-dBCqB6na In the first episode of Conversations with Intent, host Arden O’Connor speaks with Diana Clark about her personal journey with bipolar disorder, the challenges of masking, and the transformative power of authenticity.

Diana shares her experiences navigating the complexities of bipolar disorder, the stigma surrounding mental health, and the struggle of presenting a version of herself that society expects. She and Arden discuss the emotional toll of masking, the importance of seeking help, and how community support can be a vital part of the healing process.

This episode is for anyone who has experienced bipolar disorder, loves someone who has, or wants to learn more about the realities of living with it. The conversation aims to break the stigma, provide support, and remind listeners that they are not alone.

Topics Covered:

  • Understanding bipolar disorder and its impact
  • The mental and emotional cost of masking
  • The role of stigma in mental health struggles
  • The importance of community and support
  • How authenticity can be a tool for healing

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]]> Unmasking Bipolar Disorder Intent Clinical 00:27:17 In the first episode of Conversations with Intent, Arden O’Connor speaks with Diana Clark about her journey with bipolar disorder, the challenges of masking, and the power of authenticity. In the first episode of Conversations with Intent, Arden O’Connor speaks with Diana Clark about her journey with bipolar disorder, the challenges of masking, and the power of authenticity. bipolar disorder, bipolar, intent clinical, conversations with intent, bipolar support, you are not alone, mental health, masking, diana clark, bipolar community, arden o’connor, what is bi-polar disorder, healing journey false full 1 1