Unmasked: A Mental Health Podcast

Navigating Levels of Care in Eating Disorder Recovery

What does "going into treatment" actually mean? In this episode of Unmasked, Dr. Courtney Ward and Ethan Lefever (Executive Director of VR Health) demystify the recovery process. They break down the different levels of care available for eating disorders and discuss the rewarding transformation that happens when the healing journey begins. Website: zamwell.org [https://www.zamwell.org/]

Debunking Myths and Navigating Eating Disorders with Kristine Sinner

In this episode of Unmasked, Dr. Courtney Ward sits down with Kristine Sinner, a Master’s-level dietitian and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist with over 30 years of clinical experience. Together, they peel back the layers of one of the most misunderstood categories of mental health: eating disorders. Kristine addresses the dangerous misconception that these conditions are driven by vanity or personal choice, reframing them as the serious mental and physical illnesses they truly are. Whether you are a professional, a person in recovery, or a concerned loved one, this conversation offers vital insights into: The Clinical Reality, Myth-Busting, and A Guide for Families. Website: zamwell.org [https://www.zamwell.org/]

How Much I Was Missing: Navigating Trauma and Eating Disorder Recovery with Julia Giltner

In this special "Lived Experience" edition of Unmasked, host Dr. Courtney Ward sits down with Julia Giltner, CRPS, a former music teacher from Zionsville, to share her personal journey through an eating disorder. Julia opens up about the origins of her struggle, revealing how a traumatic experience with sexual harassment in high school—rather than a desire to be thin—triggered her restriction. Together, they discuss the vital importance of building a support system, the startling realization of how much life is lost to an eating disorder, and the reality that recovery is a choice one must make every single day. Website: zamwell.org [https://www.zamwell.org/] Website: zamwell.org [https://www.zamwell.org/]

Healing the Invisible Wounds: Can You Really Recover from PTSD?

Welcome back to Unmasked! In this crucial second part of our trauma series, Dr. Courtney Ward and Amber Nunes are joined once again by licensed therapist and trauma specialist, Monisha Mitchell. We're diving deep into the most important question: Can people truly heal from trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)? Monisha offers a resounding yes and shares her passion for this work. Tune in as we discuss the vital first steps someone can take on their healing journey and explore the real possibilities of recovery. Website: zamwell.org [https://www.zamwell.org/] Website: zamwell.org [https://www.zamwell.org/]

A Therapist's View: What Truly Defines Trauma? with Monisha Mitchell, CCTP

Welcome back to Unmasked! Dr. Courtney Ward and Amber Nunes are joined by a special guest, Monisha Mitchell, LCSW, CCTP (owner of Monisha Mitchell, LCSW, LLC). In this vital episode, we dive into the complex topic of trauma. Dr. Ward begins with a general definition—anything that happens outside the course of normal life, like a house fire or a violent crime. But how do we distinguish between a truly traumatic experience and a simply upsetting or difficult event? Monisha shares her expert perspective as a licensed therapist and certified clinical trauma professional to help us understand the critical difference. This is a must-listen for anyone seeking clarity on how to define, understand, and ultimately heal from trauma. Website: zamwell.org [https://www.zamwell.org/] Website: zamwell.org [https://www.zamwell.org/]