PTS&Me. Podcast
PTS&Me. is about raising awareness and de-stigmatizing Post Traumatic Stress. As a retired Special Forces operator, with PTS, it is my goal to share my experiences and others, all while hosting guest that offer differing views and help for those that also live with PTS.
Episodes
In this interview we talk with Jackie Donahue, the Veteran Bridge Home Triad Market Vice President. Sarah and Jackie explore the journey of a military spouse and VBH's role as veteran advocates, highlighting the importance of community, support systems, and humor in navigating military life and transition.
Discover how Veteran Bridge Home transforms the lives of veterans through community connections and tailored support. This episode explores the unseen challenges veterans face post-service and highlights the power of social networks, mental health awareness, and veteran-friendly employment. Hear real success stories and learn how strategic engagement can create lasting change. Join us to uncover practical strategies for supporting...
In this conversation, Kyla MacDonald, a Certified Nutrition Specialist, discusses the critical role of nutrition in mental health, the importance of sleep hygiene, and the benefits of in-depth nutritional testing. She emphasizes the connection between gut health and mental well-being.
In this conversation, Justin Ball, a retired Green Beret turned therapist, discusses the transition from military life to counseling, emphasizing the importance of family systems therapy. He explores the complexities of military family dynamics, the challenges of post-military relationships, and the necessity of humility and effective communication in marriage.
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Chase Rowan shares his harrowing journey through addiction, detailing how his military service and subsequent injuries led to a reliance on prescription medications. As he navigates the challenges of life, he spirals deeper into addiction, ultimately seeking help through unconventional means. His story highlights the struggles veterans face with mental health and the importance of finding hope and healing.
Tammy Wike shares her physical and sexual trauma and how her faith helped her persevere and heal.
We speak with the founder of the Pillar Foundation and how her organization helps spouses of service members during the transition out of the military. We discuss her foundation, second hand PTS, and the effects of PTS on the family.
Keith Holland shares his journey to overcome PTS through training service dogs for veterans and first responders.
In this episode I share my experience with psychedelic treatment. We discuss Ibogain, 5meo dmt, and the darkness that fought for my mind as I regained a deeper faith.
After a two year hiatus from the podcast I return with an episode discussing why the break, mental and physical health issues, and what is coming next.
In this episode Talison shares her story as a child that was sexually abused by an adult man. She shares her highs and lows in this incredible story of pain and perseverance.
I speak to a med student who struggled with PTS and has a father who also has PTS. We explore her childhood and the issues she observed having a father with PTS.
Trevor opens up about his struggles with chronic post traumatic stress and suicide. He opens up his life to share his struggles in an effort to help others.
I had an opportunity to talk with retired Phycological Operations operator SFC Ryan Branford. He discussed his triggers and struggles with post traumatic stress and what he has been through.
In this episode I discuss some of my triggers, and how traumatic events effect the brain locking in those memories.
With the first episode, my wife Sarah asks me the questions to introduce me and the podcast.
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