Watching Mental Health

In this episode of Watching Mental Health, host Katie Waechter interviews Nick Emeigh, the executive director of NAMI Bucks County. They discuss Nick’s personal journey through mental health struggles, his advocacy work with NAMI, and the importance of community support in mental health recovery. The conversation highlights the significance of youth mental health awareness, suicide prevention, and the role of lived experience in helping others. In this conversation, Nick Emeigh from NAMI shar...

What does it take to reshape how our justice system handles mental health? In this week’s episode of Watching Mental Health, Angel Lash joins Katie Waechter to share her journey into mental health advocacy and the incredible community impact of the Lima Diversion Program. We take an honest look at the urgent need to break stigma, strengthen housing and treatment infrastructure, and leverage community support to make a true difference.

How do you keep going when your mind and body tell you to quit? In this episode of Watching Mental Health, we sit down with JD Tremblay—military veteran, author of Hunger for More in Life, and ultra-endurance triathlete who recently conquered the Epic Decca by completing 10 Ironman distances across 6 Hawaiian islands in 10 consecutive days. JD breaks down why mental fortitude isn’t just for elite athletes, but an essential tool for anyone navigating life’s toughest hurdles, high-pressur...

In this episode of Watching Mental Health, Katie speaks with Ranae Van Roekel, a trauma survivor and founder of Connecting to Cope. They discuss the importance of trauma-informed justice, the impact of unresolved trauma on individuals, and the need for mental health awareness in the prison system. Ranae shares her personal journey of healing, coping strategies, and the significance of building trust in therapeutic relationships. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-care and the ...

What if you could reset your nervous system using your own DNA? In this episode, neuroscience and nutrition expert Lane Kennedy breaks down how to overcome chronic stress using a highly personalized approach. Lane shares how your unique genetic blueprint influences your stress response, explaining why one-size-fits-all solutions don’t work for everyone. You’ll learn how DNA testing, mineral management, and simple micro-habits for sleep and nutrition can help you unlock inner resilience and re...