MHAI Talks

MHAI is dedicated to promoting care and treatment for persons living with or impacted by mental and emotional disorders. The podcast provides education and discussion with experts in the field promoting wellness and to end stigma.

MHAI Talks is a health podcast hosted by Mental Health America of Illinois, with 18 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Mental Health America of Illinois hosts MHAI Talks, a health show with 18 episodes published.

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  Episode #0

  A Caregiver's Hope

  Apr 24, 202639 minS3

  In this episode, we explore the realities of caregiving through a deeply personal and powerful conversation. Host Morayo Orija sits down with Kayla Frantz, a woman who describes herself as “just a stay-at-home mom” but, who in reality, is a relentless champion caregiver for her daughter Gabriella, who was diagnosed with Aicardi Syndrome, a rare genetic condition, shortly after birth. Kayla shares the emotional and physical challenges that come with caregiving, alongside the moments of joy and deep connection that sustain her family. From navigating medical systems to coping with isolation and finding community, this episode offers an honest look at w...

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  Episode #18

  A Caregiver's Hope

  Apr 24, 202639 minS3

  In this episode, we explore the realities of caregiving through a deeply personal and powerful conversation. Host Morayo Orija sits down with Kayla Frantz, a woman who describes herself as “just a stay-at-home mom” but, who in reality, is a relentless champion caregiver for her daughter Gabriella, who was diagnosed with Aicardi Syndrome, a rare genetic condition, shortly after birth. Kayla shares the emotional and physical challenges that come with caregiving, alongside the moments of joy and deep connection that sustain her family. From navigating medical systems to coping with isolation and finding community, this episode offers an honest look at w...

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  Episode #1

  Happiness is Free

  Feb 24, 20261h 4mS3

  "Happiness is choosing peace — every single time.” In this episode of MHAI Talks, Eunice Atuejide joins us for an honest and empowering conversation about happiness, healing, and personal freedom. We explore how mindset and intentional action shape our mental well-being, how unresolved trauma can limit growth, and why people-pleasing leads to burnout. Eunice also discusses forgiveness, boundaries, parenting through example, and the importance of living fully in the present moment. This episode is a reminder that happiness isn’t reserved for “someday”—it’s available right now. Listen in for practical insights and gentle reminders that peace, joy, and healing are within rea...

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  Episode #16

  Hey Cover My Mental Health

  Oct 29, 202536 minS2

  Episode: Hey, Cover My Mental Health — Overcoming Insurance Denials When his child’s mental health care was denied by insurance, Joe Feldman fought back—and won. That experience inspired him to create Cover My Mental Health, a nonprofit helping families and clinicians appeal denials and access the care they need. In this episode, Joe shares his journey from parent to advocate, practical tools for navigating insurance barriers, and the importance of self-advocacy in mental health care. Explore his free resources at CoverMyMentalHealth.org .

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  Episode #15

  Salud Mental sin Estigma

  Aug 25, 202539 minS2

  En este episodio de MHAI Talks, la conductora invitada Zulivet Diaz conversa con Daisy Gomez, LCPC, una profesional de salud mental bilingüe, sobre la importancia de la atención culturalmente competente en la comunidad latina. Desde su trayectoria personal como hija de inmigrantes mexicanos en Chicago hasta convertirse en profesora, terapeuta y defensora comunitaria, Daisy comparte cómo la identidad cultural, el estigma y las experiencias vividas moldean la conversación sobre la salud mental. Juntas hablan de cómo derribar conceptos erróneos, reconocer señales de advertencia tempranas, los retos únicos de los profesionales de primera generación y por q...

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