The TeleWellness Hub Podcast

Artificial intelligence is reshaping mental health care at breathtaking speed, but are we moving too quickly to embrace technology at the expense of human connection? As a licensed professional counselor since 2011, I've spent weeks researching this transformative trend to understand what it means for both providers and clients.
The appeal is undeniable. AI-driven mental health platforms offer 24/7 support, affordability, and unprecedented accessibility. Studies show these tools can reduce symptoms for some users, and their popularity has skyrocketed with a 500% increase in usage since 2020. As someone who understands the midnight need for support when therapy appointments are days away, I see the potential benefits.
Yet serious concerns emerge upon closer examination. Most AI systems provide mechanical responses that leave users feeling unheard. Some platforms have suggested actively harmful coping strategies, raising alarm bells about safety. Without a human provider's clinical judgment, AI cannot properly diagnose, personalize treatment, or adapt to complex emotional needs. Perhaps most troubling are the privacy issues – many AI mental health tools collect sensitive data that may be used for marketing or sold to third parties, a far cry from the confidentiality guaranteed by licensed professionals bound by HIPAA.
For mental health providers, this shift creates both existential fears and opportunities. Many professionals who've invested years in education and training worry about being replaced by algorithms. However, I believe the path forward lies not in resistance but in ethical integration. We need mental health professionals at the table shaping how AI is implemented in our field, ensuring technology supports rather than replaces human care. That's why platforms like Telewellness Hub are creating communities where providers can navigate these changes together while advocating for human-first, ethical mental health solutions.
Subscribe to join our conversation about the future of mental health care. Together, we can ensure that in our rush to innovate, we don't lose the irreplaceable human connection at the heart of healing.

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Elizabeth Rogers, CEO of PopLife wellness space in Cleveland and certified yoga instructor, shares her transformative journey from law and investment banking to creating a community-centered wellness space that blends creativity and personal growth.
• Recognizing at age 31 that she was living someone else's life, just "checking boxes"
• Finding herself with an unfulfilling marriage, demanding job, and only valuing her title
• Experiencing multiple life changes in one month – miscarriage, marriage issues, job ending
• Moving back to her parents' house at 31 before deciding to pursue yoga teacher training in Bali
• Discovering that relinquishing control brought freedom rather than fear
• Learning from others' trauma stories that shame and guilt serve no purpose
• Creating PopLife as a space where "everyone has something to offer, everyone has something to learn"
• Establishing a holistic center with nutritious food, fitness classes, and community spaces
• Emphasizing the correlation between community connection and happiness
• Encouraging meditation as the first step to embracing personal change
If you're interested in learning more about PopLife, check out their Instagram @poplifecle or email [email protected].

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Imagine a world where the threads of community and connection are woven stronger than ever in the aftermath of a global pandemic. Join us as we sit down with Joshua Reish, a licensed marriage and family therapist and the visionary behind Psychotherapy Associates of Arizona. We uncover Joshua's personal journey and motivations in the realm of therapy, shedding light on how curiosity and empathy can transform relationships. Joshua offers a fresh perspective as a male therapist in a predominantly female field, explaining how these diverse viewpoints enrich the therapeutic experience. Together, we'll explore how addressing the shadows of isolation can lead to more fulfilling relationships, hobbies, and careers.
Technology's rapid evolution has reshaped mental health care, and we dive into its impact with Joshua. We explore the role of telehealth in bridging the gap of accessibility, making mental health resources more reachable than ever. Listen as we dissect societal disconnection experienced through family dynamics, social media, and the political climate, and gain valuable strategies from Joshua on fortifying your connections through active listening, humor, and shared activities. This conversation is a timely reminder of the importance of nurturing our connections and building a supportive community to stand resilient against the challenges of modern life.

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When I first recognized the signs of ADHD in myself, a wave of emotions hit me—confusion, relief, but mostly a burning curiosity. How many other women, like me, were out there struggling to piece together the puzzle of their own minds? Today's episode peels back the curtain on the world of ADHD in women, a topic that, until recently, has lingered in the shadows of misunderstanding. As we walk through the distinct challenges women face in obtaining an accurate ADHD diagnosis, I share not only my journey but also the stories of countless others who've walked this path. We tackle the complexities of the three ADHD subtypes and why the condition might stealthily slip under the radar, manifesting as forgetfulness or disorganization, rather than the more conspicuous hyperactivity.
Join me for a heartfelt exploration of what it means to live with ADHD as a woman in today's world. We don't just stop at the difficulties; we celebrate the unique strengths that come hand-in-hand with this condition, and how, with the right support—be it through counseling, coaching, or medication—we can transform challenges into opportunities. I touch on the neurological roots of ADHD, the often misunderstood Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, and effective coping strategies that span from leveraging technology to nurturing open communication with loved ones. It's a conversation brimming with empathy and empowerment, urging for a surge in awareness and support across both personal and educational spheres, so that women with ADHD can craft lives not defined by their condition, but enriched by it.

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Welcome to the TeleWellness Hub Podcast!

Today I’m talking with Dominique Sullivan. Dominique runs the wonderful food blog PerChance to Cook, which contains hundreds of healthy clean recipes for a delicious life.

Growing up with a European mom, Dominique was always aware that foods in the U.S. often have more processed ingredients than in many other countries. Later, her husband began to face some autoimmune issues, so they decided to dive in to eating clean as a couple and family.

The decision to focus on healthy eating choices as a part of their health and wellness journey made them both feel better and now Dominique shares her healthy recipes (and beautiful food photos) with the world. Today’s episode contains many helpful tips on where to start if you’re looking to eat clean, and even how to clean up your make up and household ingredients over time.

Many healthy recipes have complicated substitutions or expensive flour combinations in them that can make healthy eating an overwhelming process. But now with four kids and years of recipe-inventing experience, Dominique’s ability to create beautifully simple, clean recipes makes her such a helpful asset to all of us by making healthy eating easy and approachable.

We chat about what organic produce to prioritize, how to cut down on sugar, what it means to eat Paleo, food prepping and utilizing leftovers.

Dominique also reminds us to live a little, explaining why indulging in whole-food-based deserts can be important in a balanced life, and a well-adjusted family.

Today’s episode is a good reminder that we can all cut down on unhealthy, unnecessary chemicals and additives in our daily lives. Dominique shares how to utilize the info on the Environmental Working Group’s research to make the changes that will move the needle the most.

We touch on some examples of ways we can “vote with our money” as consumers, which will influence food and product manufacturers to make natural health important in their future products.

Learn more about Dominique Sullivan, a recipe developer wellness expert on TeleWellness Hub: https://telewellnesshub.com/listing/dominique-sullivan/

Follow Dominique’s blog here: https://perchancetocook.com/

See the Environmental Research Group’s lists here: https://www.ewg.org/

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