Veteran Doctor

  Hello fellow veterans. So, as you may know many Veterans experience episodes of PTSD from their past traumatic experiences. Each of these traumas are unique and individualized based on your individual experiences and how you treat them. But what is the perfect way the treat these traumas. That is a very good question! There is no specific treatment that works for everyone. However, there are many different treatments available to...

Welcome back to the "Veteran Doctor," the podcast that takes a humorous look at life's absurdities. I'm your host, Dr. John Heintzelman, and today, we're diving into the delightfully smooth transition our veterans experience when they shift from camouflage to cubicles. Buckle up, folks, because we're about to explore the hilariously seamless world of veteran reintegration!

First things first, let's talk about the incredible metamor...

Welcome to the Veteran Doctor Podcast, where we explore alternative therapies for veterans experiencing PTSD. In today's episode, we'll discuss ten different therapies that show promise for helping those who have served our country cope with their symptoms. I'm your host, Doctor John Heintzelman, and let's get started.

Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is a mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a tr...

As an educated veteran, I continue to search for alternatives for treating PTSD and TBI other than your traditional pharmaceuticals that seem only to mask the symptoms or cause additional health issues.

Evidence-based practice is the standard for treating PTSD. However, there is growing recognition that complementary and alternative therapies may be helpful adjuncts to meet th...

So, I recently went on a Veteran’s Outdoor Adventure Retreat with Waypoint Vets, and it was both transformational and inspirational! But before I get into the trip’s details, let me set the tone and backstory for this trip! Waypoint Vets was founded by Sarah Lee and it is a 501(c)(3) organization to unite and empower Veterans through activities and adventure.  They facilitate unique opportunities of Cama...

Sometimes, It's All About Perspective! Everybody experiences life in their way. They experience their highs and lows. Their challenges are unique to them, and what may be hard for one person may be nothing to another person. Why is that? Because it is all about perspective. Some people have experienced more challenges than others, making it a more regular occurrence for them, or many people take a more p...

It’s Never Too Early Or Late — Start Investing for Retirement Now!

“Time is money.” — Benjamin Franklin

Although Benjamin Franklin may not have been referring to the effect that time has on money accumulating in an IRA, his words hold true with today’s investors. That is because time becomes one of the best allies for investors. But even if you did not start investing in your plan until later in life, there is another old saying th...

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Good Morning Veterans, Family, and Friends, welcome back to the TWENTY-SIXTH EPISODE of the Veteran Doctor. On this week's episode, we will discuss Positive Thinking brings Positive Outcomes.

I hope all is well and you are staying safe and healthy. So, we have been encountering some challenges this past year, and depending on the individual, your perspective on these challenges will determine the outcomes of your lives. Let me expl...

Good Morning Veterans, Family, and Friends, welcome back to the TWENTY-FIFTH EPISODE of the Veteran Doctor. On this week's episode, we will discuss Veterans Stress – Stress has dramatic effects on the Mind and Body.

As veterans, we are faced with different challenges as life gets back to somewhat of a normal pace again after COVID. Some of us are happy, while others are getting a little stressed and anxious. Stress is very powerful...

Leashes of Valor

www.leashesofvalor.org

About Founders

About Danique Masingill

President & Co-Founder

Danique’s journey to serving as Leashes of Valor’s president began when she was a member of the U.S. Navy. Her duty was to enforce military law, but she was left with nowhere to turn when she was sexually assaulted by senior leadership. The trauma from this experience led her to leave the military after five years of service. But h...

Good Morning Veterans, Family, and Friends, welcome back to the TWENTY-FOURTH EPISODE of the Veteran Doctor. On this week's episode, we will discuss Veterans PTSD – The Cannabis Cure.

Marijuana Use for PTSD Among Veterans

The use of Marijuana for medical conditions is an issue of growing concern. Many Veterans use marijuana to reduce symptoms of PTSD, and many states specifically approve medical marijuana for PTSD. However, researc...

Good Morning Veterans, Family, and Friends, welcome back to the TWENTY-THIRD EPISODE of the Veteran Doctor. On this week's episode, we will discuss Veterans and Hobbies.

A hobby is defined as: "any activity is done regularly by a person for leisure or pleasure." Finding pleasure in your day-to-day life is essential for everyone, but hobbies are not just a space-filler for empty gaps in your schedule. They are often the things we en...

Good Morning Veterans, Family, and Friends, welcome back to the TWENTY-SECOND EPISODE of the Veteran Doctor. On this week's episode, we will discuss Veterans and Dogs. We will also have our UBI and Veteran News, so stick around for some great stuff ahead in our program!

Many brave soldiers return home with scars – both visible and invisible – that makes it challenging to transition back into civilian life. At the same moment, milli...

Good Morning Veterans, Family, and Friends, welcome back to the TWENTY-FIRST EPISODE of the Veteran Doctor. On this week's episode, we will discuss Scams Targeting Veterans. We will also have our Veteran News, so stick around for some great stuff ahead in our program!

Veterans deserve many things: Praise. Honor. Security. Respect. Here’s what they don’t deserve: attempts to take advantage of their service. Yet every day, scammers a...