Mental Health Podcasts

Embark Behavioral Health is proud to offer two mental health podcasts that provide expert interviews, advice, and tips on how to navigate difficult issues facing teens and young adults. If you know a teen or young adult, work in the behavioral health industry, or are just passionate about mental health, our podcasts will provide you with helpful information on topics such as anxiety, depression, and specific disorders such as bipolar disorder.

Roadmap to Joy: A Mental Health Podcast

If teens or young adults are part of your family, friend group, or community, and you want to learn about today's urgent mental health crisis, conditions, and treatment, this monthly podcast is for you. Join top company leaders at Embark Behavioral Health for expert resources and timely, relevant tips. This mental health podcast will cover topics such as anxiety, depression, stress, disorders including borderline personality disorder (BPD), and therapy.

Roadmap to Joy features interviews with licensed psychologists, psychiatrists, therapists, and more as well as the latest research. Find and listen to “Roadmap to Joy” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts to stay informed and find new ways to support the teen or young adult in your life.

Recent Episodes

Grief and Loss: Guidance from a Therapist and Parent

Discover invaluable insights on dealing with grief as an experienced Embark Therapist teams up with a compassionate parent to delve into the intricacies of grieving. Gain a deeper understanding commonly…

Understanding Social Anxiety: Coping Skills for Teens | Roadmap to Joy

In this episode of “Roadmap to Joy,” join licensed social worker Alexzis Figueroa of Embark Behavioral Health in Scottsdale, Arizona and student Baylee as they delve into the world of…

Summer Self-Care: How to Boost Your Teen’s Mental Health

Join Jake Sparks, Treatment Director of Embark Behavioral Health, as he shares advice for the whole family on boosting your mental health during summer break. Discover practical strategies for maintaining…

A Parent’s Guide to Treating Major Depressive Disorder and TMS

In this episode, Rob Gent, Chief Clinical Officer of Embark Behavioral Health dives into treating Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) with Dr. Georgine Nanos, CEO of Kind Health Group. Rob and Dr. Nanos…

Mental Health Days: What Parents Need to Know

In this episode of “Roadmap to Joy,” our host, Bailey Petty, Learning, and Development Manager at Embark Behavioral Health, and guest, Maddy Little, Licensed Associate Counselor at Embark Behavioral Health…

Mental Health 101: The Healing Journey

To wrap up our Mental Health 101 series on “Roadmap to Joy,” Richard, a parent of an Embark Behavioral Health alumni, tells his story of his family’s mental health treatment journey. Your…

Mental Health 101: Terms to Know

In this episode of “Roadmap to Joy,” we shed light on some important terms surrounding mental health and therapy. Your host, Jake Sparks, treatment director at Embark Behavioral Health and…

How To Be an Emotionally Present Parent

In this episode of “Roadmap to Joy,” Alex Stavros, CEO of Embark Behavioral Health, and Andy Maurer, CEO of Pursue Whole, discuss what it means to be an emotionally present…

Mental Health 101: Your Questions Answered (Part 1)

In this episode of “Roadmap to Joy,” we shed light on some important questions surrounding mental health, therapy, and therapists. Your host, Jake Sparks, treatment director at Embark Behavioral Health,…

Roadmap to joy podcast episode on suicide prevention with Megan Dean.

Suicide Prevention: How to Help your Teen with Suicidal Thoughts

Learn how you can help prevent suicide if your teen is struggling with suicidal thoughts, behaviors, or urges.

Expert Mental Health Guests

Join industry experts from across the country in our mental health podcasts. You’ll hear interviews from licensed psychologists, therapists, and psychiatrists who will share the latest news, trends, tips, and research every month.

Hosts of Embark Behavioral Health's two mental health podcasts.

Embark Sessions

If you work in the behavioral health industry or are simply passionate about emotional well-being, don’t miss “Embark Sessions.” In this podcast, Embark Behavioral Health Chief Clinical Officer and host Rob Gent will share his expertise and insights on today’s most critical mental health issues relating to teens, young adults, and families. You’ll get comprehensive analysis and interviews with mental health professionals so you can stay at the forefront of current trends and research, empowering you to best serve — or support — the young people in your life.

Our monthly podcast will dive deep into a range of topics including cutting-edge therapies, psychology, and stories from industry experts. Find and listen to “Embark Sessions” each month on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.

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