Why the Miller-Dwan Foundation Developed ArcaMind: Reimagining Mental Health for AllÂ
Mental health affects every one of us. Whether it’s anxiety that disrupts daily life, depression that isolates us from loved ones, or trauma that lingers long after the event, emotional distress is part of the human experience. Yet, for millions of people across the United States, access to effective mental health support remains limited—especially in rural, underserved, and historically marginalized
The Force for Good: Scalable Interventions in Mental Health Care
The Force for Good: Mental Health Advocacy
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In this episode, Rick Gertsema and Alesha Cid Vega discuss innovative approaches to mental health, focusing on scalable interventions and the importance of community engagement. They explore the role of mentorship, the adaptation of mental health interventions to fit diverse contexts, and the integration of digital tools like telenovelas
The Force for Good: Empowering Communities Through Mental Health Advocacy
The Force for Good: Mental Health Advocacy
In this episode of The Force for Good, Rick Gertsema interviews Jordan Johnson, who shares his personal journey from a challenging childhood to a commitment to community service and mental health advocacy. They discuss the importance of understanding health beyond physical ailments, the significance of cultural adaptations in community
The Force for Good: Â Mental Health Advocacy
The Force for Good: Mental Health Advocacy
In this conversation, Rick Gertsma and Ashlie Castaldo discuss the critical importance of mental health in preventing social issues such as drug usage and homelessness. Ashlie shares her personal journey, including her advocacy for mental health, community engagement, and political involvement. They explore the need for nuanced approaches to
The Force for Good: Â It Doesn’t Need to be Complicated
The Force for Good: Healing Doesn’t Need to be Complicated
In this episode of The Force for Good, Rick Gertsema, along with Traci Marciniak and Dr. Adam Brown, discuss the importance of mental health awareness and the idea that healing does not need to be complicated. They explore personal experiences, the power of small habits, the
The Force for Good: Â Championing Children’s Mental Health
The Force for Good: Championing Children’s Mental Health
Tracy Litman, a public school social worker, shares her journey and passion for helping others, particularly adolescents. She emphasizes the importance of not holding oneself hostage to the past and instead focusing on what one can do from here forward. Tracy has been recognized with numerous awards for
The Force for Good: The Power of Simultaneity: Creating New Possibilities
The Force for Good:
The Power of Simultaneity: Creating New Possibilities
Gary Hubbell, a consultant, discusses his work with non-profit organizations and the importance of simplifying complexity, unifying teams, and embracing transformative change. He highlights the concept of simultaneity, which is one of the principles of appreciative inquiry, and how it brings about new
The Force for Good: 40 Years of Behavioral Health – A Journey of Compassion and Impact
The Force for Good:
40 Years of Behavioral Health – A Journey of Compassion and Impact
The tables have turned and now the usual host of The Force for Good podcast, Rick Gertsema, is in the hot seat! Join Traci Marciniak, Miller-Dwan Foundation President, as she talks with Rick, Senior Mental Health Advisor at
The Force for Good – A Journey of Mental Health Advocacy with Zak Williams
The Force for Good: A Journey of Mental Health Advocacy with Zak Williams
Zak Williams, mental health advocate and founder of PYM (Prepare Your Mind), shares his personal journey and the importance of mental health awareness and support. He discusses his own struggles with anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive thoughts, as well as the impact of his
The Force for Good: The Power of Partnerships
The Force for Good: Episode 2 explores the work of the Miller-Dwan Foundation in the field of mental health, specifically the collaboration with Dr. Brandon Kohrt and Dr. Adam Brown on the implementation of Problem Management Plus (PM+) in New York City. The conversation covers the background of the project, the scalability of mental health interventions,
