July Is BIPOC Mental Health Month and Youturn Health wants to recognize mental health advocate Dejr Bostick and highlight the incredible work he is doing.

According to Black Health Matters, “Depression among Black men is an oft-unspoken pain that deeply affects the health and quality of life of Black people. In fact, the most current review of evidence on Black men and depression suggests a prevalence of five percent to 10 percent. This figure may be much larger, as depression is commonly underdiagnosed. Even more, the failure to adequately address the roots of Black male depression is undermining our communities and keeping us blind to the deep harm of historical and structural racism.

Dejr Bostick is on a mission to reduce stigma and encourage black men to take care of their mental health through an organization he founded called Black Men Meditate.

Dejr Bostick, born in Miami, Florida, is a college-educated Marine veteran and one of nine children. Known as the “human spirit whisperer,” he has devoted 15 years to understanding human behavior and the impact of meditation and mindfulness on personal transformation. In 2018, Bostick founded Black Men Meditate to provide a safe space for men of color facing stress, anxiety, systemic racism, and societal biases. He is also a recognized financial leader with over 15 years of experience in financial management and consultation. Bostick believes that success in both business and life can be achieved through a focused and attentive mind, which he has achieved through his practice of meditation and mindfulness. He has worked with educational institutions to create mindfulness programs and has spoken at events such as the Clemson University National Men of Color Summit, the Global Society of Engineers, and education centers. He currently runs transformation programs for black male professionals.

https://www.instagram.com/blkmenmeditate/?hl=en

According to NIH, “Opioid use disorder and opioid addiction remain at epidemic levels in the U.S. and worldwide. Three million US citizens and 16 million individuals worldwide have had or currently suffer from opioid use disorder (OUD). More than 500,000 in the United States are dependent on heroin.”
John Watson was seventeen when his best friend was in an accident and given Oxycotin for the pain. Kids being kids, John and his friend discovered that this pill made them feel very good. At the time, no one knew the addictive nature of these drugs and John thought he was just having fun and experimenting. Eight years later, he realized he was trapped and could not stop using on his own. When he couldn’t find any on the street, he turned to heroin, something he said he would NEVER do. Listen to John tell his story about how opioids highjacked his brain, stole years of his life and almost killed him. Despite knowing he was on a downward spiral for years, his family never turned their back on him. If you want to better understand the realities of opioid addiction and gain hope when it seems all is lost, listen to John Watson’s story and you will know that everyone can recover.

Sean Riley and Rich Jones are NOT waiting for ANYONE to hit rock bottom. Using the peer support model from Responder Health and Youturn Health they are changing the way First Responders get help.
In an industry filled with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and suicidal ideation, something has to be done differently to meet these brave men and women where they are. First Responders take care of us, we need to care for them!! 7 days a week/ 24 hours a day!!
Rich Jones is the Chief Clinical Officer at Youturn Health.
Sean started his law enforcement career as San Diego County Deputy Sheriff in 1987 and then relocated to Washington in 1990 and spent over 16 years with the Kirkland Police Department. Sean’s many accomplishments include being a member of the International Homicide Investigator’s Association, a Homicide and Sexual Assault Detective, a D.A.R.E. Officer, a Gang Officer, and a certified trainer. He is also credited with solving one of the first-ever elder abuse homicide cases in the nation.
Sean started his law enforcement career as San Diego County Deputy Sheriff in 1987 and then relocated to Washington in 1990 and spent over 16 years with the Kirkland Police Department. Sean’s many accomplishments include being a member of the International Homicide Investigator’s Association, a Homicide and Sexual Assault Detective, a D.A.R.E. Officer, a Gang Officer, and a certified trainer. He is also credited with solving one of the first-ever elder abuse homicide cases in the nation.
Recognized as an exciting national keynote speaker and trainer in high demand, Sean travels throughout the United States to share his inspirational story, and cutting-edge training in a non-traditional, interactive format. Riley hits those controversial topics “head-on” that have traditionally been taboo in the first responder population.
Safe Call Now® provides public safety employees, all emergency services personnel, and their family members nationwide with a simple and confidential way to ask for help. Staffed by first responders, former first responders, and public safety professionals, Safe Call Now® is a safe and confidential place to turn to get help from individuals who understand the demands of a first responder career.
Safe Call Now® is a confidential, comprehensive 24-hour crisis referral service for all public safety employees, all emergency services personnel, and their family members nationwide. Safe Call Now® was started in 2009 after landmark legislation guaranteed confidentiality nationwide for all who call the Safe Call Now® crisis line which is staffed by current and former first responders.
https://responderhealth.com/
Make a Safe Call Now: 206-459-3020 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Greg Williams blew the lid off of anonymity with his ground-breaking film The Anonymous People. Join youlearnyouturn as we discuss the need for the recovery community to level up even more, in the face of unprecedented substance use and mental health crisis. Greg goes deep into the need for systemic restructuring. We spent time on financial incentives and reimbursement. We address the need to move SUD services into mainstream healthcare settings. NO MORE blindly sending people off to rehab with false hope. If substance use disorder is a healthcare issue, let’s treat it like a healthcare issue.

Have you ever been homesick and not known why? Whether struggling with substance use disorder or any other kind of mental health issue, we all just want to find our way home. Simran has taken that journey and gives us a road map to finding the divine that lives within each of us.
Her books are meant to be read over time and gently remind us that we already have everything we need.

SIMRAN, — mystic and mentor — is publisher of 11:11 Magazine, host of 11:11 Talk Radio and the author of multiple gold award winning books including Conversations With The Universe, (2) Your Journey to Enlightenment and (3) Your Journey to Love. Her latest is a trilogy of self-realization titled: (1) LIVING… The 7 Blessings of Human Experience, (2) BEING… The 7 Illusions That Derail Personal Power, Purpose and Peace and (3) KNOWING… The 7 Human Expressions of Grace. SIMRAN is a speaker, artist, author and catalyst for love, compassion and humanity. She advocates for the Visionary and Mystic within each person by creating and sharing conscious, uplifting and inspirational resources. SIMRAN creates art, books, and online courses that bridge humanity’s experience and expression of darkness and light. Also a Tedx speaker, SIMRAN is the creator of the One-Woman Show, The Rebel Road… Connecting the Dots from What Was to What Is.
www.1111mag.com www.iamsimran.com

Tara Trantham is the Founder and CEO of Rise Legal Team, LLC. Her story of triumph over tragedy is featured on our Youturn Health platform. Tara uses her experience to help the voiceless and is not afraid to tell the hard parts of her mental health crisis. We had her back on the podcast to tell us about her new book and how she continues to expand her tireless efforts to help those hurt by the legal system.

Tara received her B.A. degree in Political Science with a minor in Religious Studies from The University of North Carolina in 1995 where she was involved in various campus organizations. She went on to receive her J.D. degree from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Illinois, where she was ranked in the Top 15% of her class, on the Dean’s List and received the Dean’s Grant Scholarship. She studied International Comparative Law in Norway, was a Student Advisor, and was a member of the Moot Court Health Law Competition Team along with other campus organizations. Tara began her career at AGFA Corporation, Healthcare Division, as an Assistant General Counsel in August 2001. In August 2005, she accepted a position as Vice President and Assistant General Counsel with Sherman Financial Group, LLC/Resurgent Capital Services, LLP. She was Assistant Secretary and Assistant General Counsel at the Security Finance Corporation of Spartanburg from 2009 to 2012. Tara became the Senior Vice President, Secretary, Chief Compliance Officer, and General Counsel of World Acceptance Corporation from 2013 to 2018. Tara served as Chief Legal Officer and Chief Compliance Officer, Secretary, and General Counsel for Heights Finance from 2018 to 2021. Tara was appointed General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer for Omni Financial until December 2021. In February 2022, Tara founded her own fractional general counsel company, Rise Legal Team. Tara is an experienced, detail-oriented corporate lawyer with excellent litigation and management skills and is a driven team leader.

Having over 23 years of experience, Tara is an expert in the financial services industry and specializes in regulatory compliance and risk management, SEC reporting, mergers and acquisitions, and licensing issues. Her expertise led to handling the seminal CID from the CFPB in the installment loan industry resulting in a no-finding. She is a member of the Georgia Bar, and the American Bar Association, and has served on the Board of Directors for American Financial Services Association, Served on the Law Committee with American Financial Services Association (AFSA). Served as Chair of the State and Government Affairs Committee with AFSA. Tara has been very active in her local community as well, serving on the Board of Safe Harbor, the Board of the Greenville Symphony, was a member of the class of 35 Leadership Greenville, Furman Diversity and Inclusion Program, Greenville Professional Women’s Forum, Member of Female Leaders of the Upstate, and spends much of her time volunteering at local organizations.

Tara is married to her husband Jonathan and has one son Christian. She treasures time with her family and loves to watch her son play football. Tara has completed her first book, entitled, “Take Off That Mask, Life Ain’t No Masquerade Ball”, detailing her personal journey from a failed suicide attempt to thriving and living with joy, love, and kindness- release date TBD.

Men’s mental health has been a taboo subject until now. As a society, we have perpetuated the belief that men who seek help are weak and less valued, thus leading to stigma. Stuffing your problems leads to worsening physical and mental health and Yoturn Health’s very own Adam Canton is changing the way we approach men’s mental health. He is proving that men who get the help they need are actually the strongest.
Adam is a visionary leader and the creative force behind Dudes Need Dudes, an organization dedicated to empowering men to reach their fullest potential through a transformative process of self-inquiry. His profound insights and unwavering commitment to personal growth have paved the way for countless individuals to embark on a remarkable journey of self-discovery and inner transformation. As the creator of Dudes Need Dudes, Adam has crafted a unique platform that provides men with the tools, guidance, and support necessary to delve deep into their inner worlds. Through introspection, self-reflection, and intentional practices, Adam empowers men to navigate the intricate landscapes of their lives, uncovering hidden strengths, overcoming challenges, and embracing their authentic selves. As the author of the thought-provoking book “My Divine Plant Gurus,” available on Amazon, he offers practical insights on applying love in everyday life. Drawing from a rich tapestry of life experiences and an unwavering passion for holistic well-being, Adam has cultivated a profound understanding of the male psyche. His deep-rooted belief in the transformative power of self-inquiry and personal exploration has inspired him to guide individuals toward a greater sense of purpose, balance, and fulfillment. Adam’s visionary leadership, extensive training, and diverse background in spiritual practices, including studying at monasteries in Thailand and India, have shaped his unique perspective on personal growth and transformation. He is a certified Hatha Yoga instructor, a skilled psychedelic integration facilitator trained by SCPTR, and has honed his healing abilities through Alchemy Somatic Healer Training. In Adam, you’ll find a compassionate guide and mentor who is dedicated to supporting others on their paths of personal growth and spiritual awakening. Get to know Adam and embark on a transformative journey of self-exploration and empowerment.
@Dudes_Need_Dudes or https://dudesneeddudes.com/
https://www.amazon.com/Divine-Plant-Gurus-Plant-Based-Medicine-Facilitated-Meditations/dp/B08D4QJ9QX

When Natalie’s mother got sick, she decided that instead of wallowing in fear and sadness, she and her mother would start writing some simple thank-you notes. It was her mother’s idea to write to veterans and first responders. So they started with a few letters of gratitude and hand-delivered them to coffee shops and grocery stores. The rest is history…these days we all need a feel-good story as well as ideas to help others.
You don’t want to miss Natalie’s story and check out her website:

https://www.nothingbutlovenotes.com/

Natalie June Reilly is an author and a disarming thought leader who speaks to the power of gratitude. From a place of profound loss, Natalie built an empire of love and hope for herself and her community. With infectious energy (and a handful of her favorite first responders) Natalie challenges organizations to dig deeper when establishing more meaningful relationships—personal and professional. She has created and cultivated a nationwide movement of handwritten Love Notes, a courageous approach to human connection in today’s digital world.

From elementary school assemblies to high school football programs to corporate team events, Natalie shares how the words “THANK YOU” saved her life and opened unexpected doors. Natalie’s compelling message of gratitude holds fast to a time-honored tradition, leaving her audience wondering if someone in the room isn’t cutting onions. Her love story has been featured on Good Morning America, CNN, the Kelly Clarkson Show, Tanks Good News, Love What Matters, and beyond.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliejunereilly/

At Youturn Health we are constantly looking for paradigm-shifting modalities that will help others achieve a healthy mind/body balance. Marybeth Sheehan from the Nourishment Collective, introduces us to her practice which includes energy work in order to heal trauma, reduce stress and anxiety, and help with grief. Listen as she gives us concrete examples of how this can enrich your mental, spiritual, and physical health.

Marybeth’s gift of afterlife communication was known at a young age and was handed down by her grandmother. Marybeth comes from a very intuitive and very strong faith family. She has studied energy and mindfulness, along with the mind, body, and spirit connection for several years. She is a certified Pranic healer and Mind/Body Specialist. Marybeth is the owner of the Nourish Collaborative, a holistic wellness practice that offers many modalities of healing.

Marybeth has made it her mission to help others not only lead a mindful lifestyle but also teach them how to heal from within and maintain connections to those who have passed on. Being the mother to three young daughters, and a daughter and wife of a firefighter, she works with many parents and children on how to work through things like grief, anxiety, and depression. Marybeth hopes to continue to use her gift to help heal and to educate others who are suffering.

https://www.thenourishcollaborative.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/marybeth-sheehan-ba367b205/

Lilli Correll is a licensed professional counselor who has worked in the behavioral health space for 20+ years. She is also the author of Resolve to Rise: Become Greater than Your Circumstances. She and Rich dive into trauma and how it shows up in many different ways in people’s lives. They discuss how we need to treat people more holistically and understand that physical health and mental health go hand in hand.

https://www.resolvetorise.com/

In her own words:

I have had the privilege over the past 20+ years to serve as a corporate executive in healthcare. The majority of my time has been spent either inventing or reinventing programs that directly impact bottom-line targets and improve quality and outcomes for the individuals we serve. I have experience in the private and public sectors, in various roles from clinical operations to network development and including P&L responsibility.

I am committed to bringing leadership excellence to whatever I do, and was privileged to graduate from the UHG Executive Development Program which included executive training at Stanford University in 2019. I have consistently received positive feedback from my staff, as well as, driven financial results from strategic focus on pipeline growth and clinical program advancement.

I had the opportunity to develop operational and clinical strategies to address various populations, including Foster Care, Intellectual and Developmental Disability, and Individuals with Serious Mental Illness. I’ve developed expertise in value based contracting, clinical program design, P&L management, strategy, SDOH, STARs, Network Development, Credentialing, Telepsychiatry Strategies, RFP proposal development, Product and Program Development.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lilli-correll-ma-lpc-cctp-81972444/

To hear Lilli’s first podcast with Rich listen here:
https://www.spreaker.com/episode/49386811