Meghan's Place: Conversations on Healing

Episode 9

In this episode of Welcome to Meghan’s Place: Conversations on Healing, Meghan Fouad sits down with Elizabeth to explore the importance of child abuse prevention, community healing, and rebuilding trust with families impacted by systems of care. Drawing from decades of experience working alongside youth and families, including her role as Chair of the Santa Clara County Child Abuse Prevention Council, Elizabeth shares why prevention matters, what meaningful support looks like in real life, and how safe, genuine relationships can help restore trust and strengthen communities. Music Credit: Fresh Lift © 2016 by Shane Ivers

Episode 8

In this powerful episode of Meghan’s Place: Conversations on Healing, we explore the deep and often overlooked connection between mental health and housing insecurity. Meghan is joined by Kylie, Policy Director at the Silicon Valley Council of Nonprofits, whose work spans frontline outreach, program development, and policy advocacy. From her early days supporting individuals experiencing homelessness in Marin County to her recent research on young adult homelessness in San José, Kylie brings both heart and expertise to this important conversation. Together, they discuss how housing instability impacts emotional and mental well-being, the gap between systems and real human needs, and what it truly means to support individuals navigating homelessness. Kylie also shares practical ways listeners can get involved in their own communities and offers a hopeful perspective on the future of this work. This conversation is a reminder that healing does not happen in isolation. It is deeply connected to the environments we live in, the systems we navigate, and the support we have access to. Whether you are looking to learn, reflect, or take action, this episode invites you to lead with compassion and stay engaged in the work of collective healing.

Episode 7

In this episode of Meghan’s Place: Conversations on Healing, host Meghan Fouad welcomes a special guest, Brandon, for an honest and encouraging conversation about growth, resilience, and the journey toward emotional and mental wellness. Together, they explore Brandon’s personal story—reflecting on the challenges he faced in earlier seasons of life and the pivotal moments that helped shift his path toward healing and transformation. Brandon shares meaningful insight into what it looks like to move through discouragement, break unhealthy cycles, and pursue lasting change. This conversation offers hope for anyone feeling stuck, along with practical takeaways on the habits, mindsets, and support systems that can help sustain growth over time. Whether you’re navigating your own healing journey or looking for encouragement, this episode is a reminder that change is possible—and you don’t have to walk it alone. New episodes of Meghan’s Place are released every Monday at 10 AM.

Episode 6

In this episode of Meghan’s Place: Conversations on Healing, host Meghan Fouad welcomes special guest Tiffany Smith for an honest and compassionate conversation about mental health, addiction, and the journey toward healing. Tiffany, a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and Mental Health and Addiction Support Specialist, shares her passion for breaking stigma and creating safe spaces where individuals can experience hope and restoration. Together, Meghan and Tiffany explore what fuels Tiffany’s commitment to this work, the powerful connection between mental health and addiction, and why addressing both is essential for lasting change. Tiffany also offers practical, accessible steps for those who may be struggling personally or supporting a loved one, reminding listeners that healing is possible and support is within reach. This episode is a heartfelt and encouraging conversation designed to inspire, educate, and remind listeners that they are never alone on their path toward healing. Music Credit: Fresh Lift © 2016 by Shane Ivers

Episode 5

In this episode, Meghan Fouad, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, is joined by writer, speaker, and diversity advocate LeRon L. Barton for a powerful and deeply human conversation about identity, belonging, and the emotional realities of navigating spaces where you feel unseen. Drawing from more than two decades in the tech industry, LeRon shares his lived experience as a Black man often finding himself the only one in the room — and the weight that comes with that. Together, Meghan and LeRon explore the emotional toll of invisibility, the complexities of imposter syndrome when shaped by systemic bias, and the importance of storytelling as a tool for connection and healing. LeRon reflects on the transformative power of sharing our stories — not only as a way to be heard, but as a way to help others feel less alone. This conversation is rooted in compassion, honesty, and the belief that our voices matter. If you’ve ever felt like an outsider in your workplace or community, this episode offers validation, insight, and a reminder that you are not alone.