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Welcome to MENTALk Podcast!
I’m Dakota, and this podcast is my way of sharing my journey through life's challenges and encouraging others to do the same. As a man who's faced his fair share of struggles, I’ve realized how rarely we hear about the experiences and emotional battles that men go through. MENTALk is here to change that.
Through candid conversations, personal stories, and insightful interviews, this podcast aims to create a space where men can openly discuss their mental health and experiences. But it’s not just for men—women, too, can find value in understanding and supporting the men in their lives.
Join me as we tackle tough topics, break down barriers, and get real about mental health. Whether you’re looking to vent, seek support, or better understand a loved one, MENTALk is here to help you get stuff off your chest and find the connection we all need.
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S2:E1 | Meet Bethany: Honest Conversations with a Therapist
Welcome back to the podcast, folks! This episode is one for the books—we’re diving deep into men’s mental health with Bethany, a therapist who’s not just in it for the paycheck but genuinely wants to make a difference. Bethany’s the founder of The Calming Center in Mount Airy, where she’s been doing amazing work for almost two decades, helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s rough patches.
We covered a lot of ground in this conversation. Bethany opened up about what inspired her to get into this line of work—it’s rooted in her own teenage struggles and the drive to be better for the family she always dreamed of having. She’s all about creating safe spaces, including her new group therapy sessions, which tackle everything from ADHD to grief, parenting struggles, and even autism spectrum challenges. It’s all about connection and filling those gaps in support systems that society often overlooks.
What hit me hard was the stigma we men face when it comes to talking about our emotions. Bethany broke it down—anger is often the only “acceptable” emotion we’re taught to express, but there’s so much more under the surface. Therapy, she says, is about breaking those cycles and learning tools to deal with life’s pressures, whether that’s at work, at home, or just in your own head.
And hey, she keeps it real. Therapy with Bethany isn’t some stiff, clipboard-wielding stereotype. It’s conversational, authentic, and sometimes even a little messy—but that’s where the magic happens.
This chat left me thinking: why did it take me so long to open up about my own mental health? And honestly, I think this episode might make you ask yourself the same thing. Whether you’re ready to take that step or just curious about what therapy can look like, this one’s worth a listen.
Thank you for your support—let’s keep breaking the stigma together!
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