In this episode, KG and Beth speak carefully but openly about suicide and how they and others can navigate this complex human experience. Take caution when listening, as this topic is often personal and sensitive to those who have experienced

Schizophrenia - Part 2

Jun 16th, 2023 48m 23s

We're back and finished our review of Schizophrenia and the importance of therapy. The sound went funny on us in the intro, but we know you are here for the content. Enjoy this episode of Hippocratic Hope.

Schizophrenia - Part 1

May 2nd, 2023 1h

Beth and KG review the symptoms of schizophrenia and the medical treatment, along with common medications. This is part one because Beth had to leave early before sharing how she approaches treating schizophrenia.

OCD

Apr 18th, 2023 1h 1m

KG and Beth share their experience in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder. Commonly known as OCD. Listen in as you likely will learn something new.

Managing Mental Illness - our personal journey

Mar 22nd, 2023 1h 16m

To experience a mental illness is to experience being human. While some will experience an acute time-limited condition, many will learn to manage lifelong conditions. Beth and KG are no exception. Join us as we share our personal experiences o

Bipolar Disorder

Mar 22nd, 2023 52m 54s

Though common, Bipolar is a diagnosis that the public often uses as a descriptor of odd and sometimes scary mental health symptoms. Yet bipolar is a distinct condition that is miss understood by most people. Beth and KG spend time discussing t

Social Anxiety

Feb 14th, 2023 40m 5s

Pop quiz: Name a group of people who were happy to work from home during the pandemic and are struggling to return to the office. Beth and KG talk about the most common anxiety disorder, Social Anxiety.

PTSD and

Feb 10th, 2023 1h 3m

Beth and KG talk about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, how it is diagnosed, and some ways it can be treated. Emphasis on PTSD being a human-conditioned response to trauma, celebrating our bodies' ability to re-adapt after facing life-threatenin

General Anxiety

Sep 23rd, 2022 39m 36s

Beth and KG explore one of the most common anxiety disorders. Educating on how GAD is diagnosed and two ways to manage General Anxiety Disorder without medication.

Depression

Aug 18th, 2022 1h 3m

In this episode, KG and Beth discuss how we diagnose and treat Major Depression and what you could expect from or could look for in treatment.

Get Some Sleep & Stop Suffering

Jun 21st, 2022 34m 23s

KG and Beth come full circle to share how sleep impacts our suffering. Together they openly explore how sleep affects them as providers and the risks of ignoring common sleep problems. KG uses her clinical knowledge to educate on various sleep

Co-Host Introduction

Jun 14th, 2022 32m 21s

KG and Beth come together as official cohosts and formally introduce themselves. Together they reflect on their passion as providers and KG opens up about a real-world struggle. Sharing how she used noticing thoughts and acceptance to stop suf

Untreated suffering and the skill of noticing

Jul 28th, 2021 16m 25s

It is not a new idea that life has pain. However, suffering does not have to be a part of our lives. Many of us are suffering due to societal standards that have indicated that the internal human experience should be controlled or suppressed in

Stop Suffering Series – Controlling Thoughts

Feb 16th, 2021 11m 39s

Do you have trouble controlling your thoughts? Feeling as though, you’re at the mercy of anxiety, depressive and worry? There is a first step that many of us miss when it comes to cognitive health. In this episode, I offer an opportunity to tak

Nursing Log - Sharing our experience brings hope and healing

Dec 20th, 2020 8m 6s

At times we forget that what we experience internally, while meaningful, is not unique. We need to share our experiences with others. It allows us to know we are not alone and helps validate our shared human existence. However, some experiences

Caring For Mental Health with Food

Oct 15th, 2020 29m 44s

What you feed your body does impact your mental health. In times of high stress, small changes to eating habits can substantially improve you ability to cope, think and overall help you to care for others.

Sleep, It's a Foundation of Mental Health

Aug 30th, 2020 35m 32s

Sleep may be one of the most important elements of maintaining stable mental health. However, being in the medical fiend or being a caregiver, often requires us to compromise sleep quantity and quality. In this episode, we discuss the basic nee

Addiction Does Not Discriminate

Aug 19th, 2020 23m 19s

Are you ready? Because this is not your average talk about substance use. In this episode, you will hear about options available to you (as a professional) that you'll actually consider using. This is a safe place to listen. Getting help doesn

Guilt of Self Care

Jun 15th, 2020 33m 22s

Guilt is a powerful emotion. Often, rather than motivating, it keeps us from making changes which might benefit us. Discussed in this episode is the balance of prioritizing your personal needs simultaneously with others. How communication and r

Activating your Calm

May 25th, 2020 32m 24s

Ever been told to simply “Take a Deep Breath”…what if I told you that is exactly what you needed. While it may not feel that way, you are never at the mercy of your anxiety. Within each of us is a powerful mechanism, you can activate anytime an

When Values Conflict

Apr 18th, 2020 18m 50s

Providing care whether medical or psychological, carries with it a physical and mental burden that only those who practice know. Spend time learning how to protect and strengthen yourself so you can continue to carry the tremendous burden of ca