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  • Lisa, Lisa, Lisa....Can You Please - Help & Hypnotize Me? with Lisa Shook

    Discover how hypnosis can be a transformative tool for overcoming anxiety, panic, and trauma. Join Adam Turner and guest Lisa Shook as they explore personal stories, misconceptions, and the science behind subconscious healing.

  • STIGMA — Situations That Influence Growth, Meaning & Awareness

    The difference between external and internalized stigma

  • Your Body Is Talking—Are You Listening? with Dr. Ankur Saraiya

    In this episode, Adam Turner hosts Dr. Ankur Saraiya, a psychiatrist with a comprehensive approach to mental health, to demystify how medication and lifestyle factors work together in treating conditions like depression and anxiety.

  • Built To Grow: The Foundation of a Safe Environment with John Damon

    Join us in this episode as we explore the critical role of safety in personal growth, performance, and well-being. Discover how creating safe environments—physically, emotionally, and psychologically—can unlock your potential and foster resilience.

  • Celebrating 25 Episodes of "Dancing with Depression" – Insights, Personal Growth, and Moving Forward

    In this special episode, Adam reflects on reaching the milestone of 25 episodes, sharing personal stories, lessons learned, and future plans for the podcast. This episode emphasizes the importance of authentic conversations about mental health, the power of community, and continual growth.

  • Mission 22: The Mission to End Veteran Suicide with Marcus Farris

    In this episode, Adam Turner hosts Marcus Farris, the post-traumatic growth director at Mission 22, to unpack the organization’s mission to reduce veteran suicide and empower mental health recovery.

  • Alexander Lake | 1983

    Discover how a childhood moment at Alexander Lake reveals the deep connections between early experiences and adult behaviors, especially around fear and avoidance.

  • Aligned On Paper, Misaligned Within (Allison Paradise)

    In this heartfelt episode, Adam chats with Allison Paradise about her journey from achievement-driven success and societal expectations to embracing her true self.

  • Navigating Mental Health Resources with NAMI Charlotte

    In this episode of the Dancing with Depression podcast, Adam Turner speaks with Kate Weaver, the executive director of NAMI Charlotte. They discuss the mission of NAMI Charlotte, which focuses on connection, support, education, and advocacy for individuals affected by mental illness.

  • The Space Between Never and Not Now

    In this episode of the Dancing with Depression podcast, Adam Turner explores the profound impact of language on our emotional experiences and mental health. He discusses how certain words can invite scrutiny and shift focus from feelings to accuracy, particularly in relationships and self-talk.

  • Part 3: Carrying What You Can't Put Down - What Remains After the Uniform

    In this conversation, Adam Turner and Mark Franklin explore Mark's military background, the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, and the importance of mental health awareness.

  • Part 2: Carrying What You Can't Put Down - What Remains After the Uniform

    In this conversation, Adam Turner and Mark Franklin explore Mark's military background, the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, and the importance of mental health awareness.

  • Part 1: Carrying What You Can't Put Down - What Remains After the Uniform

    In this conversation, Adam Turner and Mark Franklin explore Mark's military background, the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, and the importance of mental health awareness.

  • Understanding Testing & Evaluations - What They Are & Why They Matter with Dr. Lauren Goldstein

    In this episode of the Dancing with Depression podcast, Dr. Lauren Goldstein shares her insights into the importance of psychological evaluations and assessments.

  • Timing & Perspective: When Help Is Ahead of the Heart

    In this episode of the Dancing with Depression podcast, Adam Turner explores the themes of timing and perspective in the context of mental health and personal growth.

  • Considering Therapy? Nerves Are Normal. Just Ask Giselle

    Welcome to the Dancing with Depression podcast. I'm your host, Adam Turner.

  • Three Relationships, One Decade — What Changed When I Was Guided, Not Fixed

    In this episode, Adam Turner shares his journey through relationships, exploring the patterns and red flags he encountered along the way. He reflects on a decade of avoiding dating, the lessons learned from his early relationships, and the role of therapy in understanding himself better.

  • Unexpected Darkness, Then a Healing She Didn’t Think Existed — Katie’s Journey

    In this conversation, Katie shares her profound journey through mental health challenges, including the onset of panic attacks, her experiences with various treatments, and the impact on her family.

  • Practical Skills for Everyday Mental Health

    In this conversation, Adam Turner and Darby Danko explore the intricacies of therapy, focusing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

  • The Question I Couldn't Answer

    The Question I Couldn’t Answer begins with a routine doctor’s appointment and a simple question about family medical history—one I realized I couldn’t answer when it came to mental health.

  • From Drowning to Dancing – My Return to Work

    In this episode, Adam Turner shares his personal journey of returning to work after a 60-day break due to mental health challenges. He discusses the feelings of overwhelm that led to his time off, the therapeutic processes he engaged in, and the tools he learned to manage anxiety upon his return.

  • The Group I Didn't Know I Needed

    Welcome back to another episode of Dancing with Depression. I'm Adam.

  • Walking Beside Anxiety and Depression - A Partner's Perspective

    Welcome back to another episode of Dancing With Depression.

  • Unmedicated: Facing Depression Without a Prescription

    Welcome back to another episode of Dancing With Depression. Today’s conversation is one that’s deeply personal, raw, and vulnerable.

  • My Father, His Depression, and the Lessons I Carry

    In this deeply personal Season 2 premiere, Adam Turner sits down with his father for an honest and emotional conversation about depression, resilience, and reflection across generations.

  • The Double-Edged Sword of Social Media

    In today's episode, I explore the complex impact social media has had on my life. I share how it has helped me stay connected with loved ones 800 miles away while also consuming hours of my day and leaving me feeling desensitized and questioning my identity.

  • The Impact of Songs & “The One” That Spoke for Me

    In today’s episode, I discuss the CDs spinning in my 5-disc changer and explore their profound impact on me. I highlight three songs, each unique in genre, lyrics, and emotional resonance.

  • Losing Friends Before 23 and Its Impact on Depression

    In today’s episode, we're going to delve into a topic that hits close to home for many of us – the profound impact of losing friends at an early age and how it can cast a long shadow on the path of our lives.

  • Childhood Under Siege: A 7-Year-Old's Memory of a Bomb Threat

    In today’s episode, we journey back to my childhood as I recount a traumatic experience involving a bomb. I explored the questions I didn’t ask as a 7-year-old but finally sought answers many years later.

  • Behind the Name 'Dancing with Depression’

    Welcome to the first episode of 'Dancing with Depression,' in which I take you behind the scenes to explain how this podcast came to be.