Trigger Warning: This episode discusses topics related to mental health, borderline personality disorder and substance use.

In this episode, Dr. Courtney Tracy shares insights into the unconscious mind, personal growth, and mental health treatment. She discusses her new book, Your Unconscious is Showing, and the work behind ExistCenters, a facility specialising in borderline personality disorder and substance use. She also explains the difference between the unconscious and subconscious mind and introduces her 12 Steps of Consciousness—a framework designed to support self-awareness and healing.

Beyond her professional work, Dr. Tracy opens up about her personal experiences with borderline personality disorder and autism, the impact of public scrutiny, IVF and the challenges of balancing motherhood with her career. She reflects on the importance of emotional regulation, self-awareness, and navigating life’s complexities with greater understanding.

This conversation offers a deep look into both the professional and personal aspects of mental health, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in psychology, therapy, or personal development.

About Dr. Courtney Tracy

Dr. Courtney Tracy, LCSW, PsyD, CCTP, C-PD

Dr. Courtney Tracy, also known as The Truth Doctor, is a psychotherapist, entrepreneur, speaker, author, and activist. She has dedicated her career to making mental health education accessible, particularly in the areas of personality disorders, neurodivergence, and addiction.

Courtney's book, Your Unconscious Is Showing: Take Control of Your Life With the 12 Steps of Consciousness, is out now!

How to get in touch with Courtney

Website: thetruthdoctor.comInstagram: @the.truth.doctorFacebook: thetruthdoctorfbTikTok: @the.truth.doctor

How to get in touch with Christina

Instagram: ⁠@christina_simone⁠

TikTok: ⁠@barely_naked_podcast⁠

LinkedIn: ⁠Christina Beischl

Trigger warning: This episode covers mature topics including trauma, PTSD, CPTSD and more.

In this episode, Christina talks to licensed professional clinical counsellor Brooke Halliday about her work in trauma therapy and the transformative power of Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). Brooke specialises in working with millennials and Gen Z, helping clients navigate trauma, anxiety, and depression. They discuss what to look for in a therapist, trauma as a spectrum – including complex PTSD and relational trauma – and the stigma surrounding borderline personality disorder. Brooke explains how EMDR helps the brain process and store traumatic memories, the importance of safety and stabilisation in therapy, and the role of the therapist-client relationship in healing.

About Brooke

Brooke is an EMDRIA-certified trauma therapist in Minnesota. She’s worked in the mental health field for almost 10 years and currently focuses on helping Gen Z and Millennial women work through their traumas to create a life they enjoy. Brooke is also the host of the podcast Coloring Outside the Lines where she interviews people about their real-life challenges and how they survived them.

How to get in touch with Brooke

Website: redbirdwellness.org

Instagram: @therapy.with.Brooke

Facebook: @redbirdwellness

How to get in touch with Christina

Instagram: @christina_simone

TikTok: @barely_naked_podcast

LinkedIn: Christina Beischl

Trigger Warning: This episode covers mature topics including severe mental health issues, Schizophrenia and addiction.

In this episode, Christina talks to mental health advocate and creator Kody Green aka Schizophrenic Hippie about his journey of living with schizophrenia, overcoming addiction and incarceration, and using his experiences to educate and break the stigma around severe mental illness. They discuss the misconceptions surrounding schizophrenia, the role of humour and social support in coping, and the ongoing stigma around psychiatric medication. Kody shares insights into his recovery, the importance of mental health education, and his book Minds Over Meetings, which explores how workplaces can better support employees with mental health challenges.

Note: When Kody refers to the Vice President of the United States, he refers to the Biden Administration, as this episode was recorded before the change in government.

About Kody

Kody Green is a mental health advocate, speaker, and content creator dedicated to raising awareness about schizophrenia and severe mental illness. After being diagnosed with schizophrenia in his early 20s, Kody has used his platform to educate others, fight stigma, and provide hope to those navigating similar experiences.

How to get in touch with Kody

Minds Over Meetings is out now. Find out more here

Instagram: @schizophrenichippie

TikTok: @schizophrenichippie

YouTube: @SchizophrenicHippie

How to get in touch with Christina

Instagram: @christina_simone

TikTok: @barely_naked_podcast

LinkedIn: Christina Beischl