Hope Starts With Us Podcast
1) Lights, Cameras, Hope Featuring Candace Washington
NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. talks with Candace Washington, licensed certified social worker-clinical (LCSW-C), psychotherapist, production therapist, suicide survivor, and a United States Air For...Show More
2) Back to School Tips for Parents and Caregivers Featuring Dr. Christine Crawford and Barb Solish
Going back to school can be tough for kids – and their parents. In this episode, Barb Solish, from NAMI’s Office of Innovation, guest hosts for a conversation with child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr...Show More
3) How Reading and Mental Health Skills Help Kids Grow Featuring Alicia Levi
NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. discusses childhood literacy and youth mental well-being with President and CEO of Reading Is Fundamental, Alicia Levi. Brought together by our shared partnership with...Show More
4) Healing and Harmony in American Indian Communities Featuring Mechelle Negrete and Stephanie Robertson
This episode is part of NAMI’s recognition of International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples on Saturday, August 9. In this episode, guest host Stephanie Robertson, Director of Mental Health Equi...Show More
5) What Comes Next for Mental Health and Medicaid Featuring Jennifer Snow and Hannah Wesolowski
In this follow-up conversation about Medicaid and mental health advocacy, NAMI’s Chief Advocacy Officer Hannah Wesolowski discusses Medicaid cuts and advocacy opportunities with Jennifer Snow, NAMI's ...Show More
6) The Importance of Mental Health Care for Minoritized Communities Featuring Dr. Sheldon A. Jacobs and Dr. Judith Joseph
July is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. In honor of her legacy, this episode features Dr. Sheldon A. Jacobs and Dr. Judith Joseph in conversation with NAMI CEO Dan...Show More
7) How Consistency Supports Communities After Traumatic Events Featuring Erin Raftery Ryan and Dr. Shauna "Doc" Springer
Following their previous conversations in episodes 63 and 70, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. is joined again by NAMI West Los Angeles CEO Erin Raftery Ryan and Stella Mental Health Chief Psychologis...Show More
8) Pride, Mental Health, and Advocacy Featuring Juan Acosta
In this episode recognizing Pride Month, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. is joined by Juan Acosta, a mental health advocate and LGBTQI+ activist. During this conversation, the group explores Juan’s m...Show More
9) Faith and Compassion in Mental Health Featuring Christian Bentley
The relationship someone has with their faith community can have a big impact on their mental health journey. In this episode, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. and Christian Bentley discuss how Christ...Show More
10) Bonus Edition: Join Us for NAMICon!
In this bonus drop, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. is personally inviting you to join us for NAMICon 2025! NAMICon is where hundreds of dynamic and important voices unite to improve mental health fo...Show More