In this episode we speak with Monique Lauzon about the school closures within Canada, and how this can play a factor in the mental health of our youth. Monique has spent many years within the school system and her insight into this topic is eye opening and heart punching. Monique's Bio: My name is Monique. I have 53 years of experience going through the wonders and difficulties of life, and within that I spent 20 years helping youth and young adults overcome personal difficulties. I have a deep understanding of indigenous culture, The Seven Sacred Teachings, as well as the Medicine Wheel. After experiencing relationship breakdowns and putting the fun in dysfunctional in my family life, I have learnt to overcome my anxiety and fears. My goal moving forward is to help others transform their own trials and tribulations into more manageable situations using techniques in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy.

Im so excited to have on this episode one of our amazing PsyMood specialists, Monique Lauzon. We will be speaking openly and honestly about the struggles within families with polarization during the pandemic and how communities within Canada feel about speaking up about health, wellness and cultural change. Monique's Bio: My name is Monique. I have 53 years of experience going through the wonders and difficulties of life, and within that I spent 20 years helping youth and young adults overcome personal difficulties. I have a deep understanding of indigenous culture, The Seven Sacred Teachings, as well as the Medicine Wheel. After experiencing relationship breakdowns and putting the fun in dysfunctional in my family life, I have learnt to overcome my anxiety and fears. My goal moving forward is to help others transform their own trials and tribulations into more manageable situations using techniques in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. https://app.psymood.com/specialists/monique-lauzon

This episode with speak with Jude Gorini about the LGBTQ2+ community and how mental health can play a factor in being your true self. Jude's Bio: I am a Transformational Coach, certified in Life Confidence Coaching, Mindfulness Master Practitioner, Yoga Nidra and Meditation Teacher accredited by IPHM (International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine). Author, Mentor and Addiction Counsellor. I am here to make you live your life in a mindful way, living and accepting your present with an open mind and open heart. My goal is to help you to find your inner self and to engage with the present allowing your emotions and feelings to flow in a positive calm way without judgements.​ I want you to live your life in your wholeness and authentic power. How can you contact Jude: https://www.healingwithjude.com/

I have the upmost honour of speaking with Aime Hutton about the LGBTQ2+ community and how mental health can be effected during the coming out stages. This is a topic very close to my heart and a topic that isn't spoken about enough. This will be an eye and heart opening talk with myself and Aime Hutton. Aime's Bio: Hello, my name is Aime Hutton, I am an adult survivor of severe and prolonged verbal, emotional, and physical harassment and from my peers. For 6 years I was called names daily like stupid, ugly, dumb, retarded, and loser. My self-confidence and belief were very low. The school leadership failed me between grades 3 and 8, no one stepped in to stop the attack I experienced in the locker room in grade 7. I was 12. No child should be that numb to that kind of abuse by age 12. That is why now as a Youth Diversity Advisor I help educators in facilitating safe spaces for young female students so they can instill courage, confidence, and inclusion in themselves. Through workshops and trainings on "The 4 Pillars for Facilitating Safe Spaces for Young Female Students at School". It can be done, reach out to me to book a call to talk and learn more about the training and the options available to you and your staff. https://www.linkedin.com/in/aimehutton/

On our last episode of Movember2021, we are honoured to have Himel Das who is Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, OAMHP. This episode will be an insightful look into men's mental health and strategies on finding solutions to trauma, cultural taboo and more. About Us: PsyMood platform matches specialists and clients based on cultural background and languages, as well as providing a secure video conference tool for the sessions. Our Services are provided in 38 different languages and specialists coming from a diverse cultural backgrounds, variety of specialists such as Psychologists, Psychotherapists, Therapists, Counsellors, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Music Therapists and Coaches. Himel Das Website: https://www.himeldas.ca

Part 2: Let's discuss men's mental health stigma and how it is influenced by their cultural background! This is part 1 of a 2 part webinar we did with Himel Das and Elazar Roytgarts. Discussion around mental health is filled with stigma. For men, this challenge is heightened. Many cultures around the world have a negative label associated with mental health issues. Preconceived notions about “manliness” have resulted in a taboo for men who wish to be open about their struggles. Fear of being seen as weak or not being understood by those in their society are some of the concerns.

Let's discuss men's mental health stigma and how it is influenced by their cultural background! This is part 1 of a 2 part webinar we did with Himel Das and Elazar Roytgarts. Discussion around mental health is filled with stigma. For men, this challenge is heightened. Many cultures around the world have a negative label associated with mental health issues. Preconceived notions about “manliness” have resulted in a taboo for men who wish to be open about their struggles. Fear of being seen as weak or not being understood by those in their society are some of the concerns.

In this episode with speak with our special guest Nadia Prando, who is a therapist with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology completed in Brazil. She has extensive training in Pregnancy, Maternity, parent-child attachment, Children’s development, and Family relationships. We speak about the mental health struggles that youth face during and after the pandemic, and how youth from diverse cultural backgrounds may struggle being away from home during this time. We also speak of our own personal struggles during the pandemic and the importance of being mindful of ones own needs.

Im back and with a fresh look, a fresh mind and a fresh start with our amazing company called PsyMood. This is episode 1 of our podcast series, we will be introducing you to our founders and my partners at PsyMood. This series will be a platform for our specialists, therapists and team to discuss their journey with mental health and the clients they meet. I thank you all so much for sticking with me and I promise this new look is going to be amazing and something the podcast world hasn't seen. Wishing you all blessings on this day.

As men we are raised to look up to superheroes as the symbol of "Manhood". Yet they don't speak about the pain and suffering they experience as a hero. You telling me Batman witnessing his parents being killed, that he doesn't have PTSD?