In this episode, Dominique Jackson reveals her challenging life journey and how it impacted who she is today. Dominique mentions the sexual abuse she endured when she lived in Trinidad & Tobago, and how she went from sex work and homelessness, to playing the iconic role of Elektra Abundance on the hit series, “Pose.” Dominique also sheds light on what it means to be a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and hopes to help those listening find peace and confidence in who they truly are. 




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Executive Producers: Brittany Clevenger, James Imrie, Sim Sarna, and Sahiba Krieger

Producer: Devin Ruskin

Audio Engineer: Emily Crain 

Music: Josh Cooke

Artwork: Brian Stefanik

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In this episode, Dominique Jackson reveals her challenging life journey and how it impacted who she is today. Dominique mentions the sexual abuse she endured when she lived in Trinidad &amp; Tobago, and how she went from sex work and homelessness, to playing the iconic role of Elektra Abundance on the hit series, “Pose.” Dominique also sheds light on what it means to be a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and hopes to help those listening find peace and confidence in who they truly are.  Go to <a href="http://betterhelp.com/GettingBetter">BetterHelp.com/GettingBetter</a> for 10% off your first month of therapy Executive Producers: Brittany Clevenger, James Imrie, Sim Sarna, and Sahiba KriegerProducer: Devin RuskinAudio Engineer: Emily Crain Music: Josh CookeArtwork: Brian Stefanik Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a>

Welcome to Getting Better: Stories of Mental Health. Licensed therapists Micheline Maalouf and Nadia Addesi are here to talk about and destigmatize mental health. We know how frustrating, scary and hard it is to deal with mental health, and to openly speak about it is even tougher. On this podcast, we’re here to lift a little weight off of your shoulders and speak to special guests about their experiences with mental health. People like Rebel Wilson, Chris Bosh, Meghan Trainor, Ian Somerhalder, and more. Dealing with mental health is a long journey of acceptance. And we’ll be here with you along the way!

Getting Better: Stories of Mental Health

Dominique Jackson on LGBTQIA+ Rights 

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In today’s episode, Ian Somerhalder talks about the importance of understanding social media and just because someone looks happy in their posts, doesn’t mean they aren’t actually struggling themselves. Ian also mentions the importance of speaking to a therapist, whether it just be for a “routine checkup” or for more serious problems. 




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Executive Producers: Brittany Clevenger, James Imrie, Sim Sarna, and Sahiba Krieger

Producer: Devin Ruskin

Audio Engineer: Emily Crain 

Music: Josh Cooke

Artwork: Brian Stefanik

 Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In today’s episode, Ian Somerhalder talks about the importance of understanding social media and just because someone looks happy in their posts, doesn’t mean they aren’t actually struggling themselves. Ian also mentions the importance of speaking to a therapist, whether it just be for a “routine checkup” or for more serious problems.  Go to <a href="http://betterhelp.com/GettingBetter">BetterHelp.com/GettingBetter</a> for 10% off your first month of therapy Executive Producers: Brittany Clevenger, James Imrie, Sim Sarna, and Sahiba KriegerProducer: Devin RuskinAudio Engineer: Emily Crain Music: Josh CookeArtwork: Brian Stefanik Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a>

Ian Somerhalder on Mental Health & Social Media

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In this episode, Meghan Trainor opens up about motherhood and what it’s like living with panic disorder. She recalls her first-ever panic attack on live television, going into detail about all of her symptoms. Meghan mentions that once she went to a psychiatrist and started treating her disorder with medication and therapy, she felt like she was back to her normal self again. Meghan also reveals she stayed on her antidepressants during her pregnancy which helped her during and after the birth of her baby Riley.  




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Executive Producers: Brittany Clevenger, James Imrie, Sim Sarna, and Sahiba Krieger

Producer: Devin Ruskin

Audio Engineer: Emily Crain 

Music: Josh Cooke

Artwork: Brian Stefanik

 Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this episode, Meghan Trainor opens up about motherhood and what it’s like living with panic disorder. She recalls her first-ever panic attack on live television, going into detail about all of her symptoms. Meghan mentions that once she went to a psychiatrist and started treating her disorder with medication and therapy, she felt like she was back to her normal self again. Meghan also reveals she stayed on her antidepressants during her pregnancy which helped her during and after the birth of her baby Riley.   Go to <a href="BetterHelp.com/GettingBetter">BetterHelp.com/GettingBetter</a> for 10% off your first month of therapy Executive Producers: Brittany Clevenger, James Imrie, Sim Sarna, and Sahiba KriegerProducer: Devin RuskinAudio Engineer: Emily Crain Music: Josh CookeArtwork: Brian Stefanik Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a>

Meghan Trainor on Motherhood & Panic Attacks

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In this episode, Chris Bosh joins us to talk about how he overcame a life-changing injury and opens up about mental health in the NBA. Chris Bosh mentions how his basketball career ended due to a blood clot in his lung and how he had to grieve the loss of the reason he woke up every morning. Chris reveals helpful tips on how he takes care of his mental (and physical) health along with finding that one thing that makes you happy. 




Go to BetterHelp.com/GettingBetter for 10% off your first month of therapy




Executive Producers: Brittany Clevenger, James Imrie, Sim Sarna, and Sahiba Krieger

Producer: Devin Ruskin

Audio Engineer: Emily Crain 

Music: Josh Cooke

Artwork: Brian Stefanik

 Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this episode, Chris Bosh joins us to talk about how he overcame a life-changing injury and opens up about mental health in the NBA. Chris Bosh mentions how his basketball career ended due to a blood clot in his lung and how he had to grieve the loss of the reason he woke up every morning. Chris reveals helpful tips on how he takes care of his mental (and physical) health along with finding that one thing that makes you happy.  Go to <a href="http://betterhelp.com/GettingBetter">BetterHelp.com/GettingBetter</a> for 10% off your first month of therapy Executive Producers: Brittany Clevenger, James Imrie, Sim Sarna, and Sahiba KriegerProducer: Devin RuskinAudio Engineer: Emily Crain Music: Josh CookeArtwork: Brian Stefanik Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a>

Chris Bosh on Anxiety & Becoming a Pro-Athlete 

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Dominique Jackson on LGBTQIA+ Rights

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