Episodios

  • Addressing Generational Trauma in Indigenous Communities with John Cornelius| Ep. 140

    Addressing Generational Trauma in Indigenous Communities with John Cornelius| Ep. 140
    Mar 11 2025
    In this powerful episode of Hope Illuminated, host Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas speaks with John Cornelius about generational trauma in tribal communities, his personal journey from Pine Ridge Reservation through military service to peer support specialist, and how Native communities are finding healing through cultural reconnection and community-driven solutions. A moving conversation about historical wounds and modern hope. For more information on this episode go to https://www.sallyspencerthomas.com/hope-illuminated-podcast/addressing-generational-trauma-in-indigenous-communities-with-john-cornelius-ep-140
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    44 m
  • The Power of Multilingual Support in Recovery with Dr. Pierluigi Mancini | Ep. 139

    The Power of Multilingual Support in Recovery with Dr. Pierluigi Mancini | Ep. 139
    Mar 4 2025
    Dr. Pierluigi Mancini shares his pioneering work in building culturally and linguistically responsive mental health services. Learn how addressing language barriers and cultural understanding can transform crisis intervention and addiction recovery outcomes for immigrant communities. An essential conversation about making mental health support accessible to all.For more information on this episode go to https://www.sallyspencerthomas.com/hope-illuminated-podcast/the-power-of-multilingual-support-in-recovery-with-dr-pierluigi-mancini-ep-139
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    1 h
  • Empowerment Matters: How Understanding Personal Agency Can Transform Suicide Prevention with Luke Bayless EP 138

    Empowerment Matters: How Understanding Personal Agency Can Transform Suicide Prevention with Luke Bayless EP 138
    Feb 18 2025
    Explore how agency and empowerment can transform suicide prevention with researcher Dr. Luke Bayliss. Learn why shifting from forced interventions to collaborative approaches that respect individual choice and dignity may be key to helping those in crisis reclaim control of their lives. Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas and Bayliss discuss groundbreaking research on agency in suicide prevention and practical ways to expand options beyond traditional crisis responses. for more information on this episode gp to https://www.sallyspencerthomas.com/hope-illuminated-podcast/empowerment-matters-how-understanding-personal-agency-can-transform-suicide-prevention-with-luke-bayliss-ep-138
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    38 m
  • Supporting Communities In The Aftermath of Suicide. Why We Need To Be Proactive with Barb Smith EP 137

    Supporting Communities In The Aftermath of Suicide. Why We Need To Be Proactive with Barb Smith EP 137
    Feb 11 2025
    Join host Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas and guest Barb Smith as they discuss supporting communities after suicide through active postvention. Learn about the vital role of loss teams, victim advocacy, and proactive outreach in helping survivors navigate grief, reduce isolation, and find hope. Discover evidence-based approaches that demonstrate why early intervention matters for those impacted by suicide loss. For more information on this eppisode go to https://www.sallyspencerthomas.com/hope-illuminated-podcast/supporting-communities-in-the-aftermath-of-suicide-why-we-need-to-be-proactive-with-barb-smith-ep-137
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    41 m
  • One Minute To Save Lives – Teaming Up with Pediatricians and Families to Keep Kids Safe with Dr. Rinad Beidas | Ep. 136

    One Minute To Save Lives – Teaming Up with Pediatricians and Families to Keep Kids Safe with Dr. Rinad Beidas | Ep. 136
    Jan 28 2025
    Dr. Renad Beidas joins me to discuss a compelling study highlighting the critical importance of firearm safety in pediatric care. Dr. Beidas brought profound insights from her recent research involving 30 clinics implementing firearm safety conversations as part of pediatric visits. The study’s two-pronged approach—using both an updated electronic health record template and additional facilitation—remarkably increased the program's reach, with 49% of kids receiving the program when facilitation was involved, compared to a mere 22% with the template alone. This initiative responds to a pressing need for pediatricians to discuss secure firearm storage with parents, an effort underscored by the tragic statistic that firearm injuries are now the leading cause of death among youth. For more information on this episode go to https://www.sallyspencerthomas.com/hope-illuminated-podcast/one-minute-to-save-lives-teaming-up-with-pediatricians-and-families-to-keep-kids-safe-with-dr-rinad-beidas-ep-136
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    40 m
  • Transforming Medical Culture: Dr. Christine Yu Moutier's Mission for Mental Health and Self-Care | Ep. 135

    Transforming Medical Culture: Dr. Christine Yu Moutier's Mission for Mental Health and Self-Care | Ep. 135
    Jan 21 2025
    I had the profound honor of sitting down with Dr. Christine Moutier, the Chief Medical Officer at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). Dr. Moutier's journey, deeply rooted in a culture of achievement and stoicism, stands as a testament to the transformative power of vulnerability. During our conversation, she shared the unique challenges she faced in medical school, encountering a severe mental health crisis that forced her to take a leave of absence. This pivotal period not only reshaped her approach to self-care but also ignited her passion for advocating mental health awareness within the medical profession. Dr. Moutier's story brings to light the urgent necessity of recognizing and treating mental health just as seriously as physical health, encouraging medical professionals to embrace openness about their own struggles. For more information on this episode go to https://www.sallyspencerthomas.com/hope-illuminated-podcast/transforming-medical-culture-dr-christine-yu-moutiers-mission-for-mental-health-and-self-care-ep-135
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    1 h y 2 m
  • Top 5 Episodes of 2024: Hope Illuminated Podcast Highlights & What's Ahead for 2025

    Top 5 Episodes of 2024: Hope Illuminated Podcast Highlights & What's Ahead for 2025
    Dec 27 2024
    Reflecting on 2024, we mark a deeply personal milestone: two decades since the loss of my brother, Carson. His memory continues to inspire and drive the mission of the Hope Illuminated Podcast. As an entrepreneur, Carson always sought innovative ways to scale gap-filling solutions in our health insurance industry. We try to carry on his value for entrepreneurialism by lifting up the voices of innovative thought leaders in the mental health space. For mor information on this episode go to https://www.sallyspencerthomas.com/hope-illuminated-podcast/2024/12/27/top-5-episodes-of-2024-hope-illuminated-podcast-highlights-amp-whats-ahead-for-2025
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    14 m
  • The Power of Storytelling in Suicide Prevention: Insights from Stefanie Kirchner | Ep. 134

    The Power of Storytelling in Suicide Prevention: Insights from Stefanie Kirchner | Ep. 134
    Dec 17 2024
    Today, we’re joined by Dr. Stefanie Kirchner to explore the transformative power of storytelling for suicide survivors. Her research highlights how sharing deeply personal experiences fosters hope, connection, and societal change, while also emphasizing the importance of emotional readiness and media training for storytellers. By turning personal pain into a beacon of hope, these stories help dismantle stigma and inspire meaningful conversations about mental health. For more information on this episode go to https://www.sallyspencerthomas.com/hope-illuminated-podcast/the-power-of-storytelling-in-suicide-prevention-insights-from-stefanie-kirchner-ep-134
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    57 m