Connecting personal mental health stories from everyday people with professional insight and interpretation. The official podcast of the Whole Mind clinic https://www.wholemindtms.com/
Healing Depression without Medication: The Science Behind the Power of TMS featuring Dr. Alex Mageno
In this episode, Gavin interviews psychiatrist Dr. Alex Mageno about his path from an early interest in pediatrics to psychiatry, and how he began specializing in transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Dr. Mageno explains the difference between psychiatrists and psychologists, then breaks down TMS as an external magnetic stimulation that activates brain nerves, promotes new neural connections, and targets the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, which is often underactive in depression. Dr....
27 Feb 2026
The Morning Tina Woke Up Finally Wanting to Live: Trauma, Misdiagnosis & Miraculous Healing through TMS
In this episode, Gavin interviews Tina Tanner about her lifelong mental health journey shaped by severe childhood abuse, neglect, and early attachment wounds. Tina describes recurring cycles of major depression and hypomanic productivity that led to a bipolar diagnosis she felt didn’t fit. For decades, Tina endured chronic anxiety, suicidal ideation, and extensive medical issues and surgeries she connects to living in chronic stress. While studying for her Master's degree, Tina discovered the...
24 Jan 2026
Twenty Years Underwater: How Ketamine/Spravato Therapy Helped Dan Colton Finally Find Happiness
In this episode, Gavin sits down with Dan Colton to discuss his extensive battle with depression, spanning more than two decades. Dan shares how his struggle began at the age of 22 following his parents' unexpected divorce, and how it continued through various life events including law school, military service, and the death of his mother. Despite trying traditional medications and therapy, Dan found little relief from his treatment-resistant depression until he discovered ketamine treatments...
6 Dec 2025
EMDR for Trauma: Wisdom from Therapist Jordan Zabriskie
In this episode of the Whole Minded podcast, we interview Jordan Zabriskie, LCSW, a therapist at Whole Mind. Jordan shares his background, career journey, and the personal experiences that led him to become a therapist. He discusses the impact of trauma, the importance of awareness, and how to rethink core beliefs. The episode also explores the benefits and process of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy and how it helps reduce trauma responses. Jordan also touches on ...
1 Dec 2025
Navigating Family Systems During the Holidays: Wisdom from Therapist Judy Ceccherini
In this podcast episode, Judy Ceccherini, a therapist at Whole Mind, discusses her journey into mental health care, sparked by her personal experiences with therapy. Judy elaborates on the connection between homelessness and mental health, and how developmental trauma impacts individuals. She highlights the significance of family systems therapy, attachment-based therapy, and the importance of connection in healing and addiction recovery. The conversation also touches on the challenges of par...
20 Nov 2025
Surviving Suicide Loss - Learning to Grieve with Ansleigh Mikesell
In this episode of the Whole Minded podcast, we hear from Ansleigh Mikesell, a Whole Mind employee who usually works behind the scenes in marketing. Ansleigh shares her deeply personal experiences with grief, particularly focusing on the recent loss of her youngest brother to suicide. The episode coincides with International Survivor of Suicide Loss Day and dives into the complexities of grieving a loved one who chose to take their own life. Ansleigh contrasts this with other types of bereave...
11 Nov 2025
The Military and Mental Health - with National Guard Sergeant and TMS Expert, Randall Mendoza
In this special Veterans Day episode of the Whole Minded podcast, we welcome Randall Mendoza, a sergeant in the Utah Army National Guard and a TMS technician at Whole Mind. The episode focuses on mental health issues faced by veterans and active military personnel. Randall shares his background, including his service history and his decision to join the National Guard at 33. He shares the positive changes and sense of purpose the military provided him, and also discusses the stress, anxiety, ...
24 Jan 2025
Elise's Journey with Depression and Adult ADHD - A Psychiatrist's Perspective
In this episode, host Gavin Feller interviews Dr. Tom Rainer about ADHD, depression, and their treatments. The episode discusses how regular exercise can be effective in treating depression, similar to antidepressants. Dr. Rainer explains ADHD, its symptoms, and how they can be chronically misunderstood, particularly how individuals can internalize negative feedback and criticism, which can lead to depression. The discussion delves into the importance of a multi-faceted approach involving med...
14 Jan 2025
A Constellation of Challenges - Elise's Journey with Depression & Adult ADHD
Elise, a mental health advocate, shares her courageous journey navigating postpartum depression and adult ADHD, ultimately finding holistic and medical treatments that lead to gradual recovery and renewed clarity.
3 Jan 2025
Francis and Bipolar - A Psychiatrist's Perspective
In this episode of 'Whole Minded,' Gavin interviews Tom Rayner about the complexities of bipolar disorder. Their discussion covers the challenges of diagnosing the disorder, the importance of understanding the patient beyond the illness, and the different available treatments. Using the personal story of Francis, who has bipolar disorder, Gavin and Tom explore the emotional and practical impacts of the condition on both the patient and their loved ones. The episode also addresses common misco...
6 Dec 2024
Francis and Bipolar
Francis shares his personal journey navigating the challenges of living with bipolar, offering insights into managing work, sleep, and relationships.
12 Nov 2024
Tammy's Schizophrenia and Panic Disorder - A Psychiatrist's Perspective
Dr. Tom Rayner and I discuss Tammy's battle with schizophrenia and panic disorder. We explore several questions about the causes and treatments of schizophrenia and panic disorder, including medications and holistic approaches.
31 Oct 2024
When Reality Suddenly Becomes Unreal - Tammy's Life with Schizophrenia and Panic Disorder
Tammy tells the story of her sudden onset of schizophrenia, including her initial refusal to take medications and the process of being admitted to the state hospital against her will. Tammy also describes how she manages panic disorder and the impact her mental health has on her family life.
23 Oct 2024
Melissa's Experience with PTSD - A Psychiatrist's Perspective
Dr. Tom Rayner and I review Melissa's experiences with PTSD, exploring several questions, including: What makes an experience traumatic for one person and not traumatic for another? What's happening in the brain and the body during trauma? What treatment options are most effective for PTSD? How can loved ones help those suffering from PTSD? And other important questions. Dr. Rayner discusses a holistic approach that includes exposure therapy, medication, and social connection among other...
15 Oct 2024
Treated with Dignity - Melissa's Experience with PTSD
Melissa opens up about a series of traumatic experiences that led to her developing PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). She talks about the impact it's had on her life, where she is now, and her goals for the future. Melissa's advice for others to be kinder and more understanding is powerful and needed. This episode can help those struggling with PTSD, anxiety, psychosis, and related mental health issues; as well as family, friends, and professional providers.
16 Oct 2023
Ashley's Struggle with Depression: A Psychiatrist's Perspective
Can people with depression simply choose to be happy? What things can you do to improve your mental well being beyond taking medications? Can things like meaningful relationships, exercise, and spirituality really cause chemical changes in the brain? What causes postpartum depression? What can loved ones do to help someone is suicidal? What is TMS and how does it work? In this episode, Dr. Tom Rayner uses a holistic approach to answer these and many other questions by breaking down Ashley's s...
22 Sept 2023
Removing the Wall: Ashley's Struggle with Depression and her Breakthrough with TMS
Ashley experienced depression as a teenager and college student but the postpartum depression after having her first son was far more difficult. She tried various medications and other strategies but it wasn't enough. After attempting suicide, Ashley spent time in a hospital psychiatric ward. After years of ups and downs, Ashley finally discovered something that helped her make progress with her depression: a treatment called TMS. This episode of Whole Minded details Ashley's stor...
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