Send us Fan Mail“Safe and effective” sounds like a promise, but what if it’s just a marketing stamp pasted over weak benefit and loud safety signals? We sit down with psych nurse David Wayne (Describe Health on X) to dissect the Strawn et al. clinical trial that helped push Lexapro (escitalopram) for pediatric anxiety and to ask the question parents deserve answered: what does “works” mean if the child doesn’t actually feel better?We dig into how anxiety outcomes are measured using tools like the Pediatric Anxiety Rating Scale (PARS), why conflicts of interest should be a first-stop red flag, and how an eight-week SSRI study can claim success on a 1.4-point difference even when a 4-point change is what’s considered clinically noticeable. We also translate the stats tricks that confuse the public, including number needed to treat and the way relative risk versus absolute risk can completely change how a headline sounds.Then we get into the harms that don’t fit on the glossy label: suicidality signals (9.5% on Lexapro vs 1.5% on placebo, including a suicide attempt), “activation syndrome” that can resemble akathisia, and why sexual side effects and Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction (PSSD) are too often omitted, minimized, or blamed on the patient. David also shares real advocacy wins, including pushing UpToDate to add PSSD as a class warning for SSRI and SNRI antidepressants, plus a jaw-dropping tapering problem where discontinuation claims don’t match what actually happened.Subscribe, share this with a parent or clinician, and leave a review with the question you want answered next.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailSchools are getting sued, teachers are burning out, and parents keep hearing the same slippery phrases: “reasonable accommodations,” “board policy,” and “trust the process.” We’re not buying it. We sit down with family law attorney Jason Wright to explain why special education support so often turns into delay, confusion, and conflict, especially when districts treat every request like a threat to their limited resources.We get specific about how the system works in real life: why parents are labeled as “biased” the moment they push back, why having an advocate can change the tone in the room, and how grievance procedures can quietly become a trap. Jason breaks down what “exhausting administrative remedies” looks like, how districts can steer families away from the correct process, and why paperwork and timelines matter more than most parents are ever told.We also tackle the most sensitive part head-on: mental health labels in schools, including ADHD. We talk about the pressure some families feel to pursue diagnosis or medication just to unlock services, and why informed consent should include the long-term risks. Those labels can show up later in military eligibility, federal job applications, and insurance, even if the child outgrows the issue. We close with clear explanations of 504 plans vs IEPs, what ARD meetings really feel like, and a myth we want gone for good: IEPs do not automatically follow students into college.If this hit home, subscribe, share this with another parent or teacher, and leave us a review so more families can find it. What’s the most confusing or infuriating thing you’ve been told about an IEP, a 504 plan, or “reasonable accommodations”?We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailNobody tells you that one “helpful” prescription can echo for decades, but that’s exactly what Martin Cranford lived. After 9-11, with aviation layoffs looming and a first baby on the way, anxiety shows up fast and an SSRI seems like the obvious answer. Years later, a new problem appears: Restless Leg Syndrome. What follows is a real-world look at how SSRI side effects, dopamine agonists like pramipexole, and the nightmare of augmentation can collide with a too-fast taper and turn a treatable symptom into a full-body crisis.We walk through what restless legs actually feels like, how it can mimic or overlap with akathisia, and why rapid medication changes can destabilize mood, sleep, and identity. Martin shares the hard parts that don’t fit neatly into a chart note: gabapentin making him feel mentally absent, repeated short hospital stays with constant med swapping, and the gut-punch of being dismissed when he asks whether withdrawal could be driving the symptoms. If you’ve ever searched “psychiatric medication withdrawal,” “gabapentin withdrawal,” “benzo taper,” or “polypharmacy,” this conversation puts lived experience to those keywords.The most hopeful part is also the most practical: what helped when the medical system stopped connecting the dots. We talk lifestyle triggers like alcohol and sugar, the role of iron and other nutrient deficiencies, and a huge missing clue from Martin’s history: prior stomach surgery and possible nutrient absorption issues that no one thought to check for decades. We also dig into dopamine’s role in reward and impulse control, including the uncomfortable truth that certain meds can spark urges like gambling or heavier drinking.If you’ve been told to “stop researching and trust us,” you’re not alone. Subscribe, share this with someone navigating medication side effects, and leave a review with the question you want us to tackle next.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe recovery world loves simple rules, but real people are complicated. We’re joined by Michael Gonzales, a veteran interventionist known for challenging the one size fits all approach to addiction treatment. Michael gets brutally honest about the years he spent presenting an abstinence-only story while privately using cannabis to manage PTSD, function in daily life, and keep moving forward. We talk about the hidden shame that comes with “purity tests” in recovery culture, and what it costs when professionals and communities punish honesty instead of supporting stability.We also get practical and specific about harm reduction. Michael breaks down medical cannabis versus recreational cannabis, why sourcing and grow standards matter, and what RSO (Rick Simpson Oil) is in plain language. We connect those ideas to what we see in mental health every day: misdiagnosis, overmedication, and the need for careful deprescribing that respects neuroadaptation rather than pushing cold-turkey solutions. We make room for nuance too, including when cannabis may be risky, why screening for psychosis vulnerability matters, and why “two truths” can exist at once.Then we pull back the curtain on the business side of recovery: questionable credentialing, pay-to-play certifications, and what can go wrong when treatment decisions get tangled with money, reputation, and media. Michael shares what he witnessed on reality TV and why exploitation can replace true client-centered care, plus what he believes actually works: family systems work, non-shaming conversations, and interventions built on trust instead of surprise ambushes.If you care about ethical addiction treatment, trauma-informed recovery, and real-world mental health solutions, listen through to the end. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs a new framework, and leave a review so more people can find the conversation.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailMedications can change symptoms, but they can also drain the nutrients your brain depends on to function. We get blunt about the trade-offs people rarely hear when they start psychiatric meds, and we connect the dots between nutrient depletion and the exact complaints that get labeled as “depression,” “anxiety,” or “brain fog” in the first place. If you’ve ever wondered why you feel worse over time or why tapering feels impossible, this conversation gives you a clearer, more grounded framework.We talk through the nutrients that commonly get depleted by psychiatric medication and other drugs like birth control, including B vitamins, vitamin D, magnesium, zinc, and more. We also push back on the idea that supplements are always pointless or always dangerous. Our take is practical: it’s not about “healing faster,” it’s about stabilizing what’s been lost so your nervous system has a fair shot during SSRI tapering and deprescribing. We also flag a real risk people miss: some over-the-counter supplements can be contraindicated with certain meds, so “just grab melatonin” isn’t always a harmless move.From there, we make it actionable. We explain why we like a 90-day warm-up before tapering, why micronutrient testing beats guessing, and why stabilizing blood sugar with more protein can steady mood quickly. We also cover diet extremes like keto and why reducing ultra-processed food and sugar can help inflammation, without piling on stress from restrictive rules.If this hits home, subscribe, share it with someone navigating medication changes, and leave a review so more people can find it. What lab, food change, or supplement has helped you most, and what are you still trying to figure out?We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe rehab world sells hope, but what happens when the business model rewards volume over care? We sit down with Ronnie Costa, a recovery coach and chemical dependency counselor whose life began in Providence’s crime-heavy mob culture, where money, status, and violence looked like a plan. Ronnie shares how that environment shaped his choices, how opioid addiction with OxyContin and later heroin nearly ended everything, and what finally made sobriety stick after years of chaos, arrests, and close calls.Then we go where most conversations stop: the treatment industry itself. Ronnie breaks down body brokering, referral kickbacks, and the “liquid gold” era of high-paid urine testing tied to insurance billing, plus why shady programs can disappear and reopen under a new name. If you’ve ever searched “rehab near me” or felt overwhelmed by salesy promises, this part will change how you hear the word “treatment.”We also get practical about what actually helps people rebuild: sober living homes, re-entry support, and what a sober companion does (and how that differs from an AA or NA sponsor). Ronnie and we share real vetting advice, red flags, and the kinds of questions ethical providers can answer without spinning. If you care about addiction recovery, ethical mental health care, opioid addiction, or how to choose a trustworthy rehab program, this conversation is for you.Subscribe, share with someone who needs clearer options, and leave a review so more families can find the truth.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailA federal plan says it wants to curb psychiatric overprescribing and elevate informed consent. That sounds like progress until you remember informed consent was always supposed to be the standard, and most people never received it.We unpack the HHS MAHA action plan and the “dear colleague” guidance that urges shared decision making, regular risk-benefit reviews, and more non-medication approaches like psychotherapy, nutrition, and movement. We also cut through the noise about the messenger and keep the focus where it belongs: patient autonomy, psych med injury, withdrawal-aware care, and what safe deprescribing actually demands in the real world. If you’ve ever been handed a prescription in a rushed appointment, you’ll recognize the core problem fast: ethics take time, and the system doesn’t fund time.Then we name the gap that’s getting ignored. Therapists, social workers, and counselors are being positioned as a major part of the solution, but our training rarely includes practical psychopharmacology, tapering basics, or the psychology of coming off psychiatric medications. That sets therapists up to become default “gatekeepers” without support, while prescribers stay trapped in 7 to 15-minute med checks. We talk about why that’s risky for patients, frustrating for clinicians, and how it can stall real change.If you care about informed consent, safe tapering, and mental health reform that actually works in clinics, this conversation is for you. Subscribe, share this with a friend or your therapist, and leave a review so these messages travel further.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailRehab can make millions and still send people home sicker, more medicated, and more likely to relapse. That’s the uncomfortable starting point for our conversation with Dr. Cali Estes, a global leader in addiction recovery who’s trained tens of thousands of professionals and also paid the personal price of loving someone who couldn’t stop using.We dig into the addiction treatment industry from the inside: rushed assessments during detox, questionable diagnosing, and the quiet incentives that reward “attendance” more than healing. Dr. Cali Estes breaks down body brokering and kickback-style referral practices, why the “30 days and you’re fixed” story collapses the moment someone returns to real life, and how the relapse revolving door can become a business model. If you’ve ever wondered why it feels like the system needs repeat clients to survive, we put language to that feeling.Then we get practical about what actually improves outcomes in addiction recovery: trauma-informed therapy, somatic work, EMDR, and supporting the brain and body through post-acute withdrawal with labs, nutrition, supplements, and recovery planning that follows you home. We also talk about Sober on Demand, Cali’s wraparound, at-home detox and support model, and where psychiatric medication tapering fits when SSRIs or benzodiazepines are involved.If you’re a clinician, a family member, or someone trying to get well, this one will challenge what you’ve been told and offer a clearer map forward. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs better options, and leave a review with the biggest takeaway you’re bringing with you.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailYou can walk into family court feeling certain you’re the “good parent” and your ex is the “toxic one,” then walk out stunned that the judge didn’t seem to care. That shock is exactly what we’re tackling with award-winning Austin family law attorney Jason Wright, a straight-talking divorce and custody lawyer who reminds clients that family law is about what’s legal, not what feels fair.We dig into the myths that spread online and quietly sabotage cases: the idea that labels like narcissist or gaslighting automatically matter, that “moms always win,” or that a 50-50 custody schedule means nobody pays child support. Jason explains what courts actually use to make decisions, including the best interest of the child, the power of the status quo in parenting routines, and why “principle fights” can burn through money while solving nothing. If you’ve ever felt tempted to keep fighting just to be understood, this conversation shows why court rarely gives that kind of validation.We also get specific about mental health in family court: when diagnoses and substance use are relevant, why allegations need a direct connection to the children, and the uncomfortable “why now?” question judges often ask. Then we shift to therapy notes, guardians ad litem, privacy, and the ethical limits of therapists in custody disputes, including why an individual therapist generally can’t evaluate custody or diagnose a third party they’ve never met.If you’re navigating divorce, child custody, or a high-conflict co-parenting situation, listen, share this with someone who’s spiraling on internet advice, and leave a review so more people can find the reality check. What family court myth did you believe before you learned better?We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailGLP-1 drugs are being sold like a clean shortcut, but the body is not a simple math problem. We sit down with returning guest Dr. Josh Hellman, MD (Harvard-trained physician and lifestyle medicine expert), to get painfully honest about peptides, GLP-1 agonists, and what patients often do not hear before starting semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy) or tirzepatide.We break down what peptides actually are, why dose and delivery can change everything, and how GLP-1 medications can push signaling to extreme levels compared to normal physiology. Then we get into the stuff that gets minimized: nausea and vomiting from slowed gastric emptying, gallbladder disease and pancreatitis risk, and why “weight loss” can quietly include meaningful muscle loss. We also talk about reward pathways and the reports of reduced pleasure, low drive, and even suicidality concerns, plus why early post-market reporting and pharma incentives can leave the public with an incomplete picture.We don’t land on fear or fandom. We talk “low and slow,” the importance of nutrition and resistance training, and why lifestyle medicine still matters the moment the weekly shot stops. Dr. Hellman also shares where he sees cautious promise for brain health and Alzheimer’s prevention research, and why he pushes glutathione support as toxin exposure rises. If you’re considering a GLP-1 medication, this gives you better questions to ask before you start.Subscribe for more conversations that challenge medical marketing, share this with someone considering GLP-1 weight loss drugs, and leave a review if you want more deep dives like this. What’s the one risk or trade-off you wish every prescriber would say out loud?We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailChronic pain gets treated like a character flaw far too often, and that’s the first injury. When you’re told “the scans look fine” or “it must be anxiety,” you’re left holding pain that is real while also being made to feel crazy for having it. We wanted a smarter, more honest conversation about what chronic pain is, how the brain and nervous system can keep the signal alive, and what “pain recovery” looks like when the goal is function, meaning, and getting your life back.We’re joined by Dr. Mel Pohl, MD, DFASAM, a family physician and addiction medicine leader who has spent decades working with people at the intersection of chronic pain, substance use, and long-term recovery. Together we break down the difference between acute pain and chronic pain, why emotions and attention can amplify symptoms, and how catastrophizing and a broken pain scale keep people stuck. We also talk about practical nervous system retraining ideas like mindfulness, meditation, and expressive writing so the story gets witnessed without becoming a life sentence.Then we tackle marijuana for chronic pain with the informed-consent lens most people never get. Today’s THC potency is nothing like the past, and the “relief” many feel may be intoxication and distraction rather than true analgesia. We dig into cannabis dependence, withdrawal, psychosis risk, and why normalizing high-potency THC is especially dangerous for teens and developing brains. If you’re weighing cannabis as an opioid alternative, struggling with sleep and anxiety, or trying to understand why your pain changes with focus and mood, this conversation gives you language and a clearer map.If this helped you feel seen, subscribe, share it with someone who lives with chronic pain, and leave a review so more people find it. What part of the conversation challenged your view the most?We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailGum recession. Tooth loss. Bone density dropping fast. When those problems hit, most people get handed a brush-up-your-hygiene lecture or a “that’s just aging” shrug. We wanted a deeper answer, especially because we keep seeing oral health fall apart in people taking psychiatric medications and other prescriptions, and in people carrying a heavy toxic exposure history.We bring on Stephen Hewer, trained in nutrition and known for clinical work focused on structural health, jawbone integrity, gum health, and restoring bone density. He breaks down a key idea many supplement labels ignore: ionic calcium and how the parathyroid response to low usable calcium can push the body toward bone loss and even soft tissue calcification. We also talk through a systems view of osteoporosis risk, dental breakdown, and gum disease that includes pH balance, kidney and liver workload, and why “treating symptoms” often misses the root.Stephen also shares his personal story of mercury exposure from dental amalgams, the gut shutdown that followed, and what it took to rebuild over time. From there we move into gut microbiome repair, probiotic strategies, fermented nut yogurt, short chain fatty acids like butyrate, and why mineral deficiency can show up as cravings, anxiety, or dependence on stimulation and sedation. We even touch on brain nutrition and peptides through the lens of neuroplasticity and habit change.If you care about oral health, gum recession, bone density, osteoporosis prevention, and the connection between mental health and nutrition, this one will stretch how you think. Subscribe, share this with someone dealing with dental or bone loss, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailYour doctor says withdrawal should be short because the drug “leaves your body.” Then you stop an SSRI and months later your sleep collapses, anxiety spikes, your body hurts, and you’re told it must be your “condition” coming back. That gap between what you were promised and what you’re living is exactly where protracted withdrawal hides. We walk through what protracted withdrawal and PAWS can look like after antidepressant tapering and other psychiatric medication tapering, including delayed symptoms that hit long after the final dose. We get into the why: neuroadaptation, receptor changes, nervous system hypersensitivity, and why “windows and waves” make recovery feel unpredictable. We also name the symptoms people often get dismissed for, from panic and intrusive thoughts to brain zaps, sensory overload, GI issues, and surprising pain sensitivity that can send you back to the prescriber looking for relief. Then we shift to what actually helps. We talk risk factors like rapid tapering, polypharmacy, and stop-start cycles that can contribute to kindling. We share practical ways to manage withdrawal by lowering nervous system load, tracking patterns when it’s useful, pausing a taper when your system needs stability, and leaning hard on the lifestyle pillars that support healing: nutrition that stabilizes blood sugar, sleep support, restorative movement, stress reduction, and connection. If this resonates, subscribe, share with someone tapering psych meds, and leave a review so more people can find informed support.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailOne bad assumption can burn down a life: “It’s just stress” or “you’re just falling out of love.” We sit down with Sabrina Lane from Loving Through the Storm to talk about what happens when antidepressants and antidepressant withdrawal collide with marriage, grief, and trust. Her story starts the way so many do, with a therapist recommending Lexapro at a specific dose to “take the edge off,” and it escalates into a chain of medication changes, emotional blunting, and a home that stops feeling like home. We dig into the hard parts partners rarely say out loud: the moment your spouse tells you they feel nothing for you or for anyone, the way prescribers can gaslight real side effects, and how a sudden switch from an SSRI to an SNRI like Effexor can set the stage for instability. We also talk about personality shifts that look like a completely different person, reward-seeking behavior, increased drinking, and why friends and coworkers may not notice what’s obvious inside the relationship. Along the way, we keep coming back to informed consent, FDA warnings, and why “it’s out of your system” is not the same thing as “your nervous system is healed.” Practical help matters, so we cover communication strategies Sabrina calls smart contact, plus mirroring and timing when your partner can’t access empathy or logic. We also get real about tapering and protracted withdrawal, including how withdrawal can be mistaken for another illness and treated in ways that make the spiral worse. If you’re searching for answers about SSRI withdrawal, SNRI withdrawal, emotional numbness, and marriages affected by antidepressants, this conversation is for you. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs language for what they’re living, and leave a review with the question you want us to tackle next.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhat if the kindest thing a therapist can do is hold the line? We dig into the boundary problem hiding in plain sight: missed sessions waved off, late cancellations uncharged, and vague money talk that quietly devalues the work. With guest Aron Gilbert, a social work psychotherapist and founder of Boston Evening Therapy Associates, we unpack how a flimsy frame sends mixed messages to people who came to change their lives—and how a clear, consistent structure actually makes therapy safer, deeper, and more effective.We start by challenging the false divide between “business” and “therapy.” Money is not a contaminant; it’s a potent part of the human story—tangled up with security, agency, shame, and power. When a client gets angry about a missed-session fee, that’s not a customer service crisis; it’s clinical information. We show how to turn that moment into meaningful work about accountability, fairness, and old patterns, rather than a negotiation that erodes trust.Then we lay out the real trade-offs of insurance. To use benefits, clients need a billable diagnosis, often one insurers deem “worthy,” and records can be audited or clawed back. Those labels can echo into life insurance, military service, and court. Private pay isn’t for everyone, but it can protect privacy, deepen focus, and free the pace and goals of treatment from third-party rules. Informed consent means naming these realities clearly so clients choose the path that fits their needs.We also tackle the misused mantra “meet clients where they are.” Empathy doesn’t require boundary collapse. Five minutes in the first session—explaining the value of the hour, the cancellation policy, how money works, and what happens when life intervenes—can prevent months of confusion. Structure isn’t cold; it’s caring. It models the self-respect and reliability many clients want to build and reduces burnout for clinicians who’ve invested years mastering their craft.If therapy truly matters, the appointment does too. Listen for practical scripts, boundary checklists, and a reframing of fees as part of the healing conversation. If this resonates, share it with a colleague, subscribe for more honest mental health talk, and leave a review with your take on how boundaries have shaped your work or your healing.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailForget the “born an addict” script. We dig into why the broken-brain narrative persists, where the DSM and twin-study talking points get overextended, and how neuroadaptation—not destiny—explains the very real deficits measured after substance use. From dopamine to GABA and glutamate, we unpack what’s actually happening in the brain, why SSRIs often miss the mark, and how a smarter plan uses testing, targeted nutrition, and careful deprescribing to reduce cravings and restore balance.We share what we see in practice with high-functioning drinkers and people who’ve cycled through rehab: sugar-laden menus, labels that overshadow stories, and protocols that ignore gut health while expecting “willpower” to do the heavy lifting. Instead, we walk through the basics that move the needle—protein-forward meals, mineral repletion, amino acids like L-tyrosine, 5-HTP, and NAC, plus sleep, sunlight, movement, and simple breath work to rebuild prefrontal control. We also explore how psychiatric meds and stimulants can extend or worsen dysregulation, and why a slow, hyperbolic taper can make quitting alcohol or other substances dramatically easier.This is an invitation to replace white-knuckling with nourishment and skills. We talk culture, trauma, stress, and environment without confusing correlation for causation, and we show how identity shifts from “I am broken” to “I can rebuild” change outcomes. If you’ve been told you’ll fight your genes forever, come hear a different path—one that treats biology with precision and respects the human behind the data.If this conversation put words to something you’ve felt, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review. Want help getting off psychiatric meds safely? Email thegaslit truthpodcast at gmail.com and let’s get you started.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailTrusted care should never start with a wink and end without a chart. Naomi Moore joins us to share how her husband John, a pediatric nurse and devoted dad, went from seasonal life stress to a devastating, rapid unraveling after an off-the-books antipsychotic prescribed by his own brother. Over five months, a cascade of medications—long-term Lexapro, new olanzapine, sleep aids, and later duloxetine—collided with missed warning signs, superficial check-ins, and zero meaningful informed consent. The result was a medication-induced suicide that shattered a family and exposed the cracks in a system that treats symptoms faster than it asks why.We walk through the precise timeline: the December antipsychotic, the personality shift, the paranoia about being an “addict,” the ER visit, the brief psych admission, dose increases, and the crucial questions no one asked. Why was an antipsychotic started for situational distress? Who tracked interactions or withdrawal after 25 years on an SSRI? Where was the family in consent? Naomi lays out the black box realities—akathisia, agitation, paradoxical suicidality—that are too often dismissed as rare. She explains how relatives prescribing psychiatric meds narrows judgment, erodes documentation, and buries accountability, leaving survivors with grief and no paper trail.We also tackle the bigger picture: how clinicians can protect patients despite time pressure by refusing to medicate family members, documenting every decision, educating loved ones on red flags, and using slow, symptom-led tapering. We call for true informed consent that names risks, benefits, and alternatives—and appoints a family observer before harm begins. Naomi’s story is not an outlier; it’s a wake-up call to confront cognitive dissonance, center safety, and prioritize humanity over habit.If this conversation puts words to something you’ve felt but couldn’t explain, share it with someone who needs the warning signs. Subscribe, leave a review, and email your story or questions to thegaslitruthpodcast@gmail.com so we can keep pushing for safer, truly informed care.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when a crisis call for help becomes evidence of a crime—and the pill meant to steady your mind may have helped set the fire? We sit down with Ben Bathan, a former senior technical artist, to unpack a nightmarish chain of events: a therapist who directed specific SSRIs and dosages, years of escalating side effects, and a conviction for criminal threats after calling a “confidential” emergency line while in a psychotic state. The story presses on a raw nerve—how medication that can alter judgment, aggression, and impulse control is treated by courts that still demand intent.Together we map the fault lines: out‑of‑scope prescribing behavior, akathisia and tardive dyskinesia that erode self‑monitoring, and the gap between what patients experience and what regulators choose to print. We revisit FDA hearings, black box warnings, and how adverse event coding can bury brutal narratives under labels like aggression or irritability. Ben walks us through prison intake and parole practices that funnel people back to the same meds, alongside stark realities of segregation and violence that make careful clinical assessment nearly impossible.We also explore what modern science can add. Pharmacogenomics, QEEG, and SPECT promise new ways to evaluate drug‑induced states, yet courts often block evidentiary hearings while insisting patients were “fully informed.” We highlight high‑profile cases frequently cited in SSRI risk debates, not to sensationalize, but to show why plain‑language warnings and accountable systems matter. Our aim isn’t to fearmonger about antidepressants; it’s to demand precision: clear consent, swift recognition of akathisia and TD, ethical prescribing, transparent labeling, and crisis pathways that protect life rather than criminalize distress.If you’ve ever questioned whether the system sees the whole person—or the whole risk—this conversation won’t let you look away. Subscribe, share with someone who needs it, and leave a review with your take: where should accountability live when medicine and justice collide?We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe Gaslit Truth Podcast is hosted by Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz, exploring mental health, psychiatric medication withdrawal, therapy culture, and informed consent.In this episode, Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz talk about the problems diagnosing bipolar disorderA Wall Street Journal apology letter, a new album on deck, and a claim that top doctors say “not bipolar”—the Kanye headlines practically beg for hot takes. We wanted to do something different: slow it down, map the timelines, and ask what happens when a possible traumatic brain injury, years of medications, and a perfectly timed PR move collide. Two truths can coexist. Marketing can be sharp, and a misdiagnosis can be real.We walk through what bipolar diagnosis actually looks like without a lab test to anchor it: structured interviews, mood screeners, and collateral history. Then we show how that process falls apart when medical rule-outs and substance timelines are skipped. TBIs can mimic mania and psychosis. Thyroid shifts, vitamin D deficits, antidepressant starts and withdrawals, cannabis, and perimenopause can all tilt energy, sleep, and drive. We even run the Hypomania Checklist-32 live to reveal how four productive days can read like “hypomania” on paper, especially without labs or life context.From there, we pull on a bigger thread: how expanding diagnoses—like the addition of Bipolar II—coincided with the rise of second-generation antipsychotics, reshaping lifetime treatment patterns. We’re not anti-treatment; we’re pro-precision. If a brain injury predates the mood spiral, DSM rules say medical comes first and psychiatric labels don’t apply. That single shift changes care plans from antipsychotics forever to neuro workups, rehab, and targeted therapy, with accountability that doesn’t weaponize a diagnosis.If you’ve ever felt your best days labeled as pathology, or wondered why episodes still break through “forever meds,” this conversation will give you language, questions, and next steps. Build a wall-to-wall timeline of labs, meds, substances, and stressors. Ask for thyroid, vitamin D, B12, iron, and sleep screening. Track hormones and seasons. Then decide on care with full context—and keep the parts of you that are powerful, creative, and alive.If this resonated, follow and subscribe, share it with someone who needs a more nuanced take, and leave a review to help others find the show. Your stories and questions shape what we dig into next.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe Gaslit Truth Podcast is hosted by Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz, exploring mental health, psychiatric medication withdrawal, therapy culture, and informed consent.In this episode, Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz talk about the problems when a spouse diagnoses the other with a mental health disorder. What if the story you’ve been told about mental health—diagnose fast, medicate faster—misses the point of why you’re suffering? We sit with psychiatrist Dr. Josef Whitt Doerring, a specialist in deprescribing and withdrawal management, to unpack how incentives, marketing, and habit have shaped care more than science. He explains why the celebrated biopsychosocial model rarely guides practice, how normal stress and grief get pathologized, and why short trials can’t answer decades-long safety questions.We dig into hot-button topics with nuance: the ADHD wave across classrooms and midlife women, the absence of definitive brain or blood tests, and the predictable boost stimulants give almost anyone. Dr. During shares an inside view from the FDA and pharma on how adverse events are processed and why risk signals—especially long-term—can be minimized. We address antidepressant black box warnings directly, noting the increased suicidal behavior risk in people under 25 found in FDA labels, the neutral results for most adults, and the slight benefit in older adults. Along the way, we examine how social media and stigma have flipped the script, turning “get help” into “get meds,” and how calling for balanced, informed consent often gets framed as dangerous.Most importantly, we talk about how safe tapering actually works. The dose schedule is the easy part. The hard work is creating a safe container for returning emotions, rebuilding sleep and stress skills, and rethinking relationships and careers that meds may have muted. Many discover that the problems were social, medical, or lifestyle based—and solvable—once agency comes back. This is not an anti-medication screed; it’s a pro-consent, pro-context roadmap for people who want options, clarity, and a path to feel like themselves again.If this conversation resonates, subscribe, share it with someone who needs a second opinion, and leave a review to help more listeners find the show. Then tell us: what belief about mental health are you ready to question?We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailA lot of partners arrive with a plan: diagnose the other, prescribe a podcast, and force “the work” through an ultimatum. We blow the whistle on that dynamic and unpack why pressure backfires, how pop-psychology labels fuel contempt, and what ethical therapy actually looks like when one spouse is sent in to be “fixed.” Along the way, we explore the emotional mismatch many couples face—one person wants depth and naming, the other wants specifics and steps—and why checklists, chores, and box-ticking rarely create intimacy.We go deep on the medication mandate: the “chemical imbalance” story, how spouses push antidepressants as a quick solution, and the real-world fallout when meds blunt emotion, change personality, and erode connection. If you’ve ever thought, “Do the work so I can be happy,” this conversation will challenge your assumptions. We share research on spousal pressure, the Gottman signals that predict divorce (contempt and criticism), and the ethical red flags when a therapist labels a partner they’ve never met. No more armchair diagnosing. No more superiority.What works better? Specific, mutual agreements. Ownership of your side of the system. Transparent boundaries. Informed decisions about medication with eyes open to side effects that affect bonding and libido. And therapy that focuses on you, not weaponizing a diagnosis against your partner. If the “identified problem” goes away and the relationship still hurts, that’s your invitation to examine resentment, power, and avoidance—on both sides. Listen, reflect, and choose curiosity over control.If this resonated, follow the show, leave a rating, and share the episode with someone who needs a reframe. Got a Gaslit Truth story? Email thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.com. Subscribe on YouTube for alerts and upcoming conversations.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe Gaslit Truth Podcast is hosted by Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz, exploring mental health, psychiatric medication withdrawal, therapy culture, and informed consent.In this episode, Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz discuss the martyrdom that exists in therapy practice and the dismissal of client violence. A therapist in Orlando was murdered by a former client—and our profession’s first reaction was to ask why she didn’t protect herself better. We refuse that narrative. We dig into the uncomfortable truth that mental health culture quietly rewards self‑sacrifice: late nights, weekend sessions, constant availability, and boundary‑blurring that puts clinicians and clients at risk.We share what graduate training skipped and the prison system taught us: safety is not a nicety, it’s step one. You’ll hear blunt, lived stories of assault and near‑misses, how incidents go underreported, and why private practitioners often have no clear place to file a report. We unpack the data on workplace violence, the limits of risk assessments to predict harm, and the subtle gaslighting that calls violence “rare” while five‑fold risk tells another story. This isn’t fear‑mongering; it’s a blueprint for ethical care that starts with a secure clinician.We challenge the myth of “meet clients where they are” when it becomes driving to cars, homes, or empty offices at night. We talk office layout, visible check‑ins, no‑nights policies, secure digital footprints, and ending treatment when risk or conflicts arise—without shame or accusations of abandonment. And we ask clients to consider a hard question: if your therapist is overextended and always on, is that truly the best care?If you’re ready to replace martyrdom with sustainable practice, this conversation is your reset. Subscribe, share with a colleague who needs backup, and leave a review with one boundary you’re committing to this year. Your safety is not optional—and better therapy starts there.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe Gaslit Truth Podcast is hosted by Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz, exploring mental health, psychiatric medication withdrawal, therapy culture, and informed consent.In this episode, Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz talk with Medical Journalist Rob Wipond author of Your Consent is Not Required. The stories we tell about “care” rarely match what happens behind locked doors. We sit down with journalist Rob Wipond, author of Your Consent Is Not Required, to unpack how ordinary people are swept into psychiatric detention through vague laws, crisis-line escalations, and everyday institutional habits that confuse safety with control. Rob begins with his father’s involuntary commitment after cancer surgery—a case that morphed from a plea for help into months of heavy drugs and ECT—and then widens the lens to show how schools, workplaces, airports, and social media interactions now feed a system built on subjective risk calls.We dig into 988: how a call marketed as confidential support can trigger location pinging, police dispatch, and hospitalization. Rob explains why call centers record conversations, how AI scans for “risk” cues, and why corporations are rushing into crisis services for data and revenue. Inside hospitals, we examine the lived reality: chemical restraints, thin programming, and a compliance-first culture that many say feels more punitive than therapeutic. It’s no surprise some people prefer jail—fixed sentences and clear rules—over indefinite holds where release depends on a clinician’s mood and your willingness to take meds.Legally, the net has widened. Beyond “danger to self or others,” states rely on grave disability and deterioration standards that hinge on prediction, not proof. We talk through how those standards play out on the ground, why insurance often dictates outcomes more than need, and how “community treatment” extends control into homes with long-acting injections and check-ins. Throughout, Rob challenges the left-right narratives that justify force as compassion or control. The data show coercion often backfires, undermining trust and discouraging help-seeking when it matters most.What would a better approach look like? Real informed consent, peer-led crisis alternatives, transparent data practices, and response systems that people can trust. If you care about civil rights, mental health, and honest help, this conversation will shift how you see crisis care, 988, and psychiatric power. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs nuance, and leave a review telling us: what part of this changed your mind?We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe Gaslit Truth Podcast is hosted by Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz, exploring mental health, psychiatric medication withdrawal, therapy culture, and informed consent.In this episode, Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz talk with Chana Studley, trauma survivor to hollywood award winner.  You’ve been told you’re broken. Chana Studley arrived with police reports, X-rays, and years of panic to prove it. Three assaults in her twenties spiraled into PTSD and decades of chronic pain, yet the most life-changing shift didn’t come from retelling the worst moments. It came from recognizing how the mind’s “special effects” turn memory and prediction into present-tense fear—and how noticing safety lets the body unclench.We sit down with Hannah to map the journey from being defined by trauma to reclaiming identity and health. She shares the pivotal moment a mentor asked if she was ready to let go of her story, why that felt like betrayal at first, and how it opened a door to resilience. We follow her into Hollywood creature shops, where patching a T‑Rex before dawn mirrored the improvisation of rebuilding a life. Imposter syndrome, yes—but also the dawning insight that thought colors experience, and that two people can live the same event and carry wildly different weight.From there, we dive into the mind-body connection and the Three Principles. Hannah explains how chronic pain reduced when her nervous system stopped bracing for danger 24/7, and how listening to whispers—irritability, lost humor, urgency—prevented the screams of flare-ups, shutdowns, and risky coping. We unpack why “rehashing to heal” can keep people stuck, how to catch early warning signs before the slide, and what it means to build a resilient identity that isn’t fused to a diagnosis. We also take a hard look at Freud’s outsized shadow and offer a more useful frame: you have innate well-being, and it’s closer than you think.If you’re ready to rethink labels, explore the roots of pain, and find solid ground in your own system’s design, this conversation offers both courage and tools. Subscribe, share with someone who needs hope, and leave a review to help more listeners find their way back to resilience.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe Gaslit Truth Podcast is hosted by Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz, exploring mental health, psychiatric medication withdrawal, therapy culture, and informed consent.In this episode, Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz explore the new USDA Food Pyramid.  Does food matter?  You would be surprised what some professions think. You’ve been told the food pyramid represents the best nutrition science. We pull back the curtain on how wartime scarcity and surplus grains set the foundation, how lobby power shaped what landed on your plate, and why flipping the model toward whole foods, protein, and healthy fats can be a breakthrough for mental health.We walk through the real history—from cheap-calorie priorities to the rise of low-fat dogma—and explain how weak evidence turned into “settled science.” Along the way, we connect the dots between big food’s influence on curricula and policy, and why schools, licensed daycares, and federally funded programs still serve menus that lean on cereals, juice, and refined grains. If you’ve ever wondered why a “balanced breakfast” can leave you wired, then crashed, this is your map out.Then we get practical. We compare saturated and unsaturated fats without fear-mongering and show how whole-food fats and adequate protein support neurotransmitters, mood stability, and steady energy. We talk gut health, fermented foods, and fiber diversity for a resilient microbiome, and we address cost with a good-better-best framework: canned, frozen, fresh. Expect label-reading tips, simple swaps (eggs over cereal, olive oil over seed oils), and a reminder that personalization matters—genetics, culture, and tolerance to dairy or gluten all count.We also call on clinicians to make nutrition part of mental health care, because what you eat drives how you feel. Ready to rethink your plate with your brain in mind? Hit play, subscribe for more straight-talk on health, and drop a comment with the first swap you’re making this week. If you found this helpful, share it with a friend and leave a review to help others find the show.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe Gaslit Truth Podcast is hosted by Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz, exploring mental health, psychiatric medication withdrawal, therapy culture, and informed consent.In this episode, Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz explore whether modern mental health care may be unintentionally perpetuating distress, through a candid conversation with Dr. Richard L. Blake on the limits of psychotherapy, rising anxiety despite treatment, and the evidence for breathwork as an alternative path to healing. What if the system designed to heal us is quietly keeping us stuck? We sit down with Dr. Richard L. Blake—psychologist, breathwork teacher, and lead author on the largest randomized controlled trial of conscious connected breathwork for anxiety—to interrogate the paradox at the heart of modern mental health: treatment and awareness keep climbing, yet anxiety, depression, and self-harm rise too.Richard shares his own journey from early success and severe depression to evidence-based breathwork, and why his deep dive into psychotherapy research left him alarmed by modest effects and high relapse. We unpack hard questions that rarely make it into glossy wellness feeds: how false memories and suggestive therapy taint “trauma” narratives, why retrospective ACE correlations can mislead, and how retelling the past can literally make it feel worse over time. We examine PTSD myths, the overreach of “big T vs little t” trauma, and the uncomfortable truth that exposure therapy consistently outperforms many insight-heavy approaches—yet is often avoided because it’s challenging.Then we get practical. Richard breaks down slow vs fast breathwork, safety screens, and how faster protocols can induce psychedelic-like states and neuroplastic windows without drugs when guided well. We compare risks to common treatments, discuss training standards, and outline where breathwork fits alongside sleep repair, movement, nutrition, light hygiene, and deprescribing done safely. We also explore the “comfort trap”: how easy environments can reveal genetic vulnerabilities like high neuroticism, creating distress without a single villain to blame.If you’re tired of perpetual “healing” that never ends, this conversation offers a straighter path: less rumination, more rehearsal; fewer labels, more skills; and an honest blend of body-based tools with behavior change. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs a sanity check, and leave a review to tell us which idea flipped a switch for you.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe Gaslit Truth Podcast is hosted by Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz, exploring mental health, psychiatric medication withdrawal, therapy culture, and informed consent.In this episode, Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz discuss the billion dollar industry of sleep, including melatonin, sleep aids, and how therapy and psychology intersect with mental health care.Ready to stop buying sleep and start getting it back? We went live for our 100th and pulled apart the billion-dollar promises of Big Sleep to reveal what actually works: aligning hormones, respecting your internal clocks, and building rituals your nervous system can trust. No fluff—just clear, doable steps that restore deep, natural rest.We start with the biggest myths: nightly melatonin as a cure-all, “I’m fine on five hours,” and weekend sleep catch-up. You’ll learn how circadian and ultradian rhythms really drive energy and rest, why cortisol and melatonin work like a seesaw, and how shift work, screens, and late caffeine scramble that delicate timing. We share new concerns about long-term melatonin use, the hidden costs of Z-drugs and antihistamines, and how alcohol and sugar wreck every stage of sleep through blood sugar swings and adrenaline spikes.Then we get practical. Think protein before bed to stabilize glucose and feed serotonin-to-melatonin production. Set a digital curfew and bring in real morning light to reset your master clock. Try alternate nostril breathing to flip your body from fight-or-flight to rest-and-digest in minutes. Make bedtime sacred: cooler room, paper book, chamomile or lavender, and a bedroom reserved for sleep and sex. For support, consider magnesium glycinate, GABA, or L-theanine—useful tools when paired with habits, not replacements for them. And if insomnia has dug in, CBT-I consistently outperforms pills by changing behaviors and beliefs that block sleep.If you’re tired of chasing gadgets and gummies, this conversation hands you a simpler map: manage cortisol, protect your rhythms, and let your brain remember how to sleep. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s struggling at 3 a.m., and leave a review to help more people find real rest without the hype.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe Gaslit Truth Podcast is hosted by Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz, where they examine mental health myths, psychiatric medication harm, therapy culture, informed consent and brain-based healing.In this episode, Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz sit down with author and clinician Ryan Rogers to discuss political bias within therapy and trace how graduate programs, professional culture, and social media turned “therapy as activism” into a norm—and why that trade-off leaves people in pain without the skills they need. From classrooms that replace modality training with slogans, to ethical “safety” claims used as weapons, we examine how politics in the therapy room narrows access, inflates labels like trauma and gaslighting, and distracts from the daily work of recovery.Ryan shares personal stories of being “gaslit” in school, where neutrality was dismissed and advocacy was framed as the real treatment. We contrast that mindset with the realities of addiction, suicidality, and severe mental illness, where clients need concrete interventions: motivational interviewing, ACT values work, behavioral activation, risk assessment, and careful deprescribing. We talk about the intersectionality hierarchy that subtly teaches clinicians to treat clients unequally, and the online culture that encourages clients to choose therapists by party affiliation instead of competence.Across the hour, we keep pulling the focus back to the here-and-now. Limit the doomscrolling that fuels panic. Ask what’s in your control today. Use precise language so diagnoses guide care instead of becoming weapons. And recover the old but vital stance of therapeutic neutrality: a disciplined, curious, client-led posture that serves change rather than signaling virtue. If you’ve felt the profession drift from evidence toward performance, this conversation offers clarity, language, and tools to re-center the work.Subscribe, share with a colleague, and leave a review to help more people find honest, skills-first mental health conversations. Got a story or question? Email thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.com and let us know what you want us to tackle next.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe Gaslit Truth Podcast is hosted by Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz, where they examine mental health myths, psychiatric medication harm, and informed consent.In this episode, Dr. Teralyn Sell and Therapist Jenn Schmitz explain blind tapering, the psychology of psychiatric medication withdrawal, and the role of therapy in tapering safely.What if knowing your dose cut is coming makes you feel worse? We dig into blind tapering—masking dose reductions during psychiatric medication withdrawal—to explore how anticipation, nocebo, and hypervigilance can drive symptoms. Drawing on research from benzodiazepines, hypnotics, and even methadone programs, we unpack why combining taper protocols with behavioral therapy often improves short‑term discontinuation and reduces withdrawal complaints. More importantly, we translate those findings into practical strategies for antidepressants and antipsychotics, where data are thinner but psychology still matters.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailPsychiatry shouldn’t make people doubt their own pain. We open with a hard truth—gaslighting is baked into too many mental health encounters—and then chart a different route with psychiatrist Dr. Hector, who practices “medicine for the soul.” He shares how the White Butterfly ethos grew from Greek mythology and how SPECT imaging can reveal recognizable trauma patterns without reducing people to a diagnosis list. You’ll hear about the “diamond” and “triangle” signatures in the brain, why chronic gaslighting and prolonged stress can hit just as hard as a single event, and how validation becomes a catalyst for change when science meets story.From there, we get practical. Real collaboration means quick, focused huddles between psychiatrist, therapist, and medical providers so nothing blocks deeper work like EMDR. We talk about using targeted supports such as GABA and tyrosine to balance arousal and motivation, and how to avoid numbing the very emotions therapy needs to reach. Dr. Hector argues that connection is a clinical tool: changing your visual presence to build safety, sharing your humanity without dumping, and using humor to lower cortisol and strengthen attachment. Creativity isn’t a luxury—it’s how a nervous system learns to live beyond survival, building resilience that transfers to any room you walk into.Telehealth becomes another bridge to safety, letting people open up from their own space, dogs and all. We also get honest about clinician boundaries: sometimes the most caring move is to reschedule when you’re flooded, rather than fake your way through. The takeaway is simple and radical: you’re not a permanent label or a broken brain. With compassion, teamwork, and thoughtful tools, the brain changes toward connection. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs hope, and leave a review telling us which moment shifted your view of mental health.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe moment you think you’re doing the right thing for your child’s mental health can be the moment everything turns. Sheila joins us to tell Tre’s story—a 25‑year‑old nurse, athlete, and gentle soul whose life unraveled in a matter of months after a cascade of psychiatric prescriptions, missed medical workups, and a system that documented his suicidality yet never built a safety plan.We start where too few clinicians do: the biology. Tre’s persistently low testosterone never received proper endocrine evaluation. Instead, treatment pivoted to antidepressants and mood stabilizers. Rage appeared within days of the first medication, then the list grew: Cymbalta, Effexor, lamotrigine, Ativan, buspirone, Vyvanse—paired with a doubling of testosterone. The result was a storm of side effects: personality changes, violent outbursts he couldn’t recall, intense restlessness that looked like akathisia, and sexual dysfunction consistent with PSSD. Records show he repeatedly reported feeling suicidal. What’s missing is even louder: no safety planning, no calls to the person he lived with, and telehealth check-ins so short they could never capture the risk.We pull back to the wider picture—why diagnoses assigned during active drug effects often mislead, how black box warnings for young adults are routinely minimized, and where scope of practice and supervision fail patients. Sheila walks through her paper trail: retroactive physician sign-offs months after Trey died, single-hour multi-diagnoses, and the absence of informed consent about withdrawal and risk. Her grief now fuels action: pushing for tighter controls on high-risk psych meds, mandatory safety plans when suicidality is disclosed, better endocrine screening, and boards that respond with transparency and urgency.This is a tough listen, but it’s a necessary one for parents, clinicians, and anyone navigating mental health care. If you’ve ever wondered how “standard care” can go so wrong, or how to protect someone you love, this conversation offers guardrails, questions to ask, and steps to take before medications multiply. If the story resonates, share it with someone who needs it, subscribe for future episodes, and leave a review to help this message reach more families.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhat if the hardest part of coming off an antidepressant isn’t the first cut, but the last milligrams? We sit down with Dr. Mark Horowitz—clinician, researcher, and someone who’s been through withdrawal himself—to unravel why standard advice fails, how the brain adapts to medication, and what a safer exit really looks like.Mark shares his first taper attempt after 13 years on Lexapro, a methodical plan that still crashed into panic, derealization, and hours of daily terror. That lived shock led him to survivingantidepressants.org, hyperbolic tapering, and ultimately co-authoring the Maudsley Deprescribing Guidelines and national guidance in the UK. We dig into the science behind tolerance and homeostasis, the neuroimaging that explains why tiny doses can have big effects, and the practical tools—liquid formulations and small percentage reductions—that let people step down without falling off a cliff.We also take on the evidence base. Most psychiatric drug trials are short, yet millions stay on meds for years. Stopping studies often confuse withdrawal with relapse, inflating claims for maintenance. Mark clarifies the difference between dependence and addiction, why precise language matters for care, and how stigma warps clinical decisions. Therapists play a pivotal role here: they see clients more often than prescribers, can spot emotional blunting, sleep disruption, or nausea early, and can educate on withdrawal patterns so patients don’t mislabel their experience.This conversation is grounded in compassion and straight talk. We explore the scale of harm—protracted withdrawal, sexual dysfunction, and misdiagnosis—and why many clinicians never see it: patients quietly disappear when “simple” tapers go wrong. There are hopeful signs too. UK systems are shifting toward hyperbolic tapering and better-informed consent, while US momentum builds as more professionals engage with deprescribing science and patient stories. If you’ve wondered whether your plan is safe, if a rough patch means relapse, or how to work with your clinician on a slower schedule, you’ll leave with a clearer map and concrete next steps.If this resonates, subscribe, share with someone planning a dose change, and leave a review to help more people find evidence-based guidance on safer tapering.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe story you’ve been told about depression is tidy, catchy, and comforting—and it doesn’t match the evidence. We sit down with Professor Joanna Moncrieff to unpack why the “chemical imbalance” narrative took hold, what her 2022 umbrella review actually found about serotonin, and how a drug-centered lens helps us make wiser choices about antidepressants. Instead of assuming pills fix a faulty brain, we look at how psychoactive drugs alter consciousness—sometimes helpful in crisis, often numbing across the emotional spectrum—and what that means for informed consent.Joanna walks us through the gap between early, hyped studies and larger research that failed to replicate findings on serotonin. We explore what serotonin reliably affects (sexual function), where the data are inconsistent (mood, sleep, appetite), and how SSRIs may increase activity in the short term yet disrupt systems over time. We zoom out to the marketing that reframed distress as a biological condition requiring medication, cementing a professional identity while sidelining context—grief, trauma, values, and life events that actually shape how we feel.We also get practical. If you’ve tried to stop antidepressants and felt electric zaps, severe anxiety, dizziness, or insomnia, you’re not alone. Joanna shares evidence that long-term use raises withdrawal risks and explains why “cut it in half and skip days” is often unsafe. We discuss slow, supportive tapering, the emotional rebound after numbing, and the non-drug supports that build capacity: therapy, relationships, purpose, movement, sleep, and small, steady changes that make daily life more livable.This conversation won’t tell you what to do. It gives you the tools, language, and evidence to decide—without myths or pressure. If you found this valuable, follow the show, share it with someone who needs a clear-eyed take, and leave a review to help more listeners find it.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailElectricity doesn’t care about intent—and when it meets the human brain, biology, physics, and ethics collide. We sit down with Sarah Price Hancock, a nationally certified rehabilitation counselor and former professor who became an advocate after sustaining injuries from electroconvulsive shock treatment. Her story pulls back the curtain on how misdiagnosis, catatonia, and “maintenance ECT” can unfold in a system with scant dosing standards, limited specialty training, and a consent process that often breaks down when people are most vulnerable.Sarah explains electroporation in clear terms: high-frequency pulses can open cell membranes and barriers, allowing drugs, histamine, and pathogens to move into places they shouldn’t. We connect that mechanism to real-world physiology—massive, rapid changes in cerebral blood flow, seizure-driven oxygen and glucose demands, and periods of postictal brain and even cardiac silence. The result can be perfusion and reperfusion injury, hypoxic-ischemic damage, and a spectrum of cognitive, motor, cranial nerve, and autonomic problems that may appear immediately or emerge over time. This isn’t just “short-term memory loss”; it’s a bodywide electrical event.We also talk standards and accountability. The FDA’s 2018 reclassification required manufacturers to deliver dosing consensus protocols and safety data, yet court records suggest critical gaps remain. Meanwhile, reimbursement incentives fuel ongoing use, even as providers are privileged to deliver ECT without formal training in neuropathology, electrical injury histopathology, or biophysics. To ground the conversation in data, Sarah shares findings from the largest international survey of ECT recipients, families, and friends—over 1,100 responses across 44 countries—highlighting widespread reports of inadequate information and long-term harms that reshape quality of life.If you care about consent, patient safety, and science that respects natural laws, this conversation offers a rigorous, compassionate guide to what people should know before electricity touches the brain. Listen, share with someone weighing their options, and help push for transparency and standards worthy of the stakes. If the episode resonates, subscribe, leave a review, and send this to a policymaker or clinician who needs to hear it.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailStart with a simple premise: what if the “problem” wasn’t you, but a system that muted your body’s signals and called it care? We sit down with Rachel Reynolds—garden coach, sensitive soul, and antidepressant survivor—to trace a decade-long arc from teen prescriptions to tricyclics, stacked medications, and a side effect no one wanted to own: urinary retention so severe basic routines became a battle. Her story is candid, specific, and, ultimately, empowering.Rachel maps the medication maze—Prozac’s early lift, the slide to amitriptyline, and a carousel of add-ons and cross-tapers that never addressed root causes. We unpack how side effects get mislabeled as “anxiety,” why spironolactone for acne collides with psychiatric meds more than most realize, and how dermatology’s quick fixes can ignore inflammation, gut health, and liver load. When a self-directed taper brought withdrawal roaring in—anhedonia, nausea, sensory overwhelm—Rachel feared her personality was a pharmaceutical illusion. Instead, as she listened inward, boundaries sharpened and misaligned work fell away.The pivot came through terrain-based healing. With functional testing revealing candida overgrowth and sluggish digestion, Rachel rebuilt from the inside out: targeted diet changes (gluten and dairy off the plate), biofilm disruptors, and antifungal herbs like oregano and pau d’arco. We explore why you can’t just “starve candida,” how gut motility and neurotransmitters intertwine, and why food quality can change mood as much as it changes skin. Layer in purpose—volunteering at a co-op, learning herbalism, redesigning a business around energy rather than obligation—and her nervous system found steadier ground.This is a survivor story with takeaways you can use: signs your side effects are being overlooked, smarter questions to ask about cross-tapers and contraindications, and practical steps to support the gut-brain axis during deprescribing. If you’ve ever been told to quiet your sensitivity, consider this permission to treat it as a compass. Subscribe, share this with someone stuck in the medication loop, and leave a review with the moment that shifted your thinking. Your story could be the seed someone else needs.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailMost headlines shrug and say, “we may never know why.” We refuse that answer. With clinical psychologist Dr. Toby Watson, we examine the uncomfortable pattern linking widely prescribed psychiatric medications to spikes in suicidality, aggression, and even homicidal ideation—especially when starting, stopping, or changing doses. The data trail is stark: a small cluster of antidepressants, anxiolytics, sedatives, and stimulants accounts for the vast majority of severe violent reports, while black box warnings arrived years late and adverse events were often buried or recoded in trials.We talk plainly about informed consent—what patients are told, what they aren’t, and how medication guides can change the conversation. Toby breaks down how placebo frequently explains perceived benefits on depression scales, how “spellbinding” dulls insight and critical thought, and why therapy falters when the mind is numbed. We unpack stimulant‑induced mania misdiagnosed as “new bipolar,” the non‑linear reality of withdrawal, and the structural brain changes that make quick tapers a recipe for harm. Along the way, we confront the system incentives—direct‑to‑consumer pharma ads, publication bias, and a cultural myth of “chemical imbalance”—that keep attention off the pills and on the person.This isn’t a denial of suffering; it’s a blueprint for safer, saner care. If medication is used, make it short term and minimal dose, paired with the hard, human work that restores an internal locus of control: psychotherapy, family support, sleep, nutrition, and community.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailComfort can feel caring—and still cost you your future. We sit down with Daniel West, a rule-breaking physical therapist who argues that “slow and safe” rehab keeps people stuck, while blunt truth and early, focused movement produce real functional gains. Daniel brings hard-won perspective from his own car accident and years of hospital work, including a devastating story about a 25-year-old who died after being encouraged to stay in bed. His point lands with force: informed consent means telling patients the actual risks of immobility and the physics of recovery, not wrapping them in reassurance that backfires.We dig into the culture of labels that can quietly define a person’s ceiling—“complete” injuries that supposedly can’t improve—contrasted with cases Daniel has walked back to function in days. He explains why he rejects gimmicks and tech theater in favor of precise load, leverage, and relentless intent, and why he caps his practice at ten patients to protect outcomes. Expect friction around incentives too: if a protocol delivers results in hours, months of billing vanish, and that resistance is real. Daniel’s bottom line is equal parts abrasive and compassionate: feelings aren’t facts, waiting isn’t neutral, and the fastest path forward often begins with an honest, uncomfortable conversation.If you care about spinal cord injury recovery, physical therapy that prioritizes function, or how mental health intersects with adherence and belief, this conversation will challenge your assumptions. Come for the no-filter stories; stay for the actionable lens on movement, risk, and what patient-led rehab can look like without the fluff. If the message resonates, subscribe, share this episode with someone who needs a push, and leave a five-star review to help more listeners find it.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe spark didn’t just fade—it was blunted. We bring on Cliff Yates, a 35-year veteran of the LA County Sheriff’s Department and stand-up comic, to unpack how SSRIs can quietly reorganize a relationship’s core: intimacy, memory, judgment, and even the stories we tell about each other. Cliff walks us through the gut-punch details—a cruise retold as isolation, affection replaced by aggression, and a warm home recast as a staging ground for divorce—while we map those moments against medication switches, taper attempts, and the confusing dance between “relapse” and withdrawal.Together we examine the clinical minefield where mania triggered by antidepressants is relabeled as “unmasking bipolar,” where new diagnoses justify more drugs, and where emotional numbing blocks the grief necessary to repair. We explore the neuroscience behind spellbinding—why the medicated reality can feel unimpeachably true to the person on the drug—and how that leaves spouses questioning their sanity. We also confront the social backdrop: skyrocketing antidepressant use, rising “silver divorce,” and a culture that treats pain as pathology while ignoring side effects that fracture connection.Cliff doesn’t villainize his wife; he sees a system that missed the plot. He shares how he stayed grounded—documenting timelines, seeking corroboration, protecting routines, and finding refuge in humor, tennis, and creative work—while we offer practical guidance on deprescribing basics, slow tapers, and how partners can protect their health, dignity, and voice. If SSRIs have touched your home, this conversation offers language, validation, and a path back to clarity.If this resonates, follow the show, leave a five-star review, and share this episode with someone who needs it. Your story could help someone else find theirs.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhat if the root of mental illness isn't just in your brain, but in how your entire body processes energy? Dr. Ruth Dottin, a board-certified psychiatrist, takes us on a journey that challenges everything we've been told about psychiatric care.After years of practicing traditional psychiatry, Dr. Dottin confronted an uncomfortable truth: many of her patients weren't getting better despite medication, and some seemed to be getting worse. This realization led her to explore metabolic psychiatry, a revolutionary approach examining how our body's metabolism directly impacts our mental health.The conversation dives deep into how our mitochondria—the powerhouses of our cells—play a crucial role in brain function. When disrupted by poor diet, sleep deprivation, chronic stress, or environmental toxins, these tiny cellular components can contribute to depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions. Dr. Dotton explains how processed foods, sugar, and nutrient deficiencies create the perfect storm for both metabolic dysfunction and mental distress.Perhaps most shockingly, Dr. Dotton reveals that despite completing her psychiatric training just four years ago, she was still taught the oversimplified "chemical imbalance" theory—a framework now widely recognized as insufficient and heavily influenced by pharmaceutical marketing rather than solid science. This raises profound questions about psychiatric education and standard treatment approaches that continue to this day.Working primarily with underserved populations, Dr. Dotton shares the real-world challenges of implementing metabolic approaches when patients face food insecurity, limited appointment times, language barriers, and deeply ingrained expectations about medication. Yet even within these constraints, she finds ways to build trust and introduce gradual changes that can significantly improve outcomes.Whether you're a mental health professional looking to expand your approach or someone struggling with mental health issues seeking new perspectives, this episode offers fresh insights into the complex relationship between body, brain, and environment. Listen now to discover why addressing metabolic health might be the missing piece in your mental health journey.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan Mail"Does that mean I'm broken?" This question haunted Michelle Reittinger after her bipolar disorder diagnosis in 1998. Like countless others, she believed the psychiatric narrative that her condition was incurable, neurodegenerative, and would require lifelong medication management. What followed was a harrowing decade-plus journey through the mental health system that nearly cost her everything.Michelle's raw, unflinching account takes us through the escalating cycles of medication failures, four psychiatric hospitalizations, 12 rounds of electroconvulsive therapy, and multiple suicide attempts. The poignant moment that finally anchored her to life came while watching her four-year-old daughter play. "If you ever succeed in ending your life, you will ruin her life," Michelle realized. "She will think it was her fault." This clarity became her tether to existence when nothing else could.What makes this conversation truly extraordinary is how it challenges the fundamental assumptions about bipolar disorder. Michelle walks us through her gradual, carefully-managed journey off seven psychiatric medications and into complete recovery—something mainstream psychiatry insisted was impossible. She details the practical tools she developed for taking responsibility for symptoms without shame, including her "Mood Cycle Survival Guide" that helps identify triggers, establish support networks with clear boundaries, prioritize essential tasks during difficult periods, and implement strategies for returning to stability.The most provocative aspect of Michelle's story is how it exposes the historical shift in mental health outcomes. Before lithium and other psychiatric drugs became standard treatments, recovery rates for people with bipolar symptoms were actually higher—75-90% compared to just 33% after medication became the norm. The diagnostic expansion that has seen bipolar disorder go from affecting approximately 1 in 20,000 people to as many as 1 in 20 raises profound questions about how we understand and treat emotional suffering.This conversation isn't just for those diagnosed with bipolar disorder. It's for anyone who's been told their mental health condition is permanent, anyone supporting a loved one through psychological distress, and professionals willing to question dominant narratives. Michelle's journey reminds us that sometimes the most radical act is believing healing is possible when everyone says it isn't.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when the medication meant to help you becomes the very thing that steals your life? Katinka Blackford Newman's journey from successful documentary filmmaker to psychiatric patient began with something deceptively simple: stress-induced insomnia after learning she would lose her family home during a divorce.When one doctor's visit turned into a prescription for an antidepressant, Newman experienced a nightmare reaction that medical professionals refused to recognize. After just one dose, she developed excruciating akathisia and fell into psychosis, hallucinating that she had harmed her children. Rather than identifying this as a medication reaction, doctors diagnosed her with "psychotic depression" and later bipolar disorder, leading to a cascade of additional prescriptions that left her emotionally numb, physically debilitated, and unable to function as a mother to her children.For an entire year, Newman found herself trapped in a medical system that interpreted her concerns about medication harm as further evidence of mental illness. The breakthrough came unexpectedly when her insurance coverage ended, leading to a medication "washout" at a state facility. After enduring four weeks of agonizing withdrawal, she woke up one morning completely clear-headed – a transformation so dramatic it challenged everything she had been told about her condition.Newman's investigation into her experience uncovered a genetic intolerance to psychiatric medications, a factor likely shared with her father who died by suicide after being prescribed antidepressants. This revelation raises profound questions about what we attribute to "inherited mental illness" versus genetic medication sensitivities. Now an advocate through her organization Antidepressant Risks and author of "The Pill That Steals Lives," Newman fights for transparency about medication dangers while celebrating the importance of human emotions as valuable signals rather than symptoms to be suppressed.Have you or someone you love experienced unexpected reactions to psychiatric medications? Share your story and join the conversation about informed consent and patient rights.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailPsychiatry's dark patterns know no borders. In this eye-opening conversation, Safa Asgari reveals his three-year journey through psychiatric treatment in Iran that mirrors the experiences of countless patients worldwide.What begins as a straightforward OCD diagnosis quickly spirals into a nightmare of polypharmacy and cascading misdiagnoses. After experiencing severe side effects from Prozac, Safa finds himself labeled with bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, and ADHD - each new diagnosis bringing additional medications rather than recognition of adverse drug reactions. At one point, he's simultaneously taking ten different psychiatric drugs."Deep down I had the feeling something was wrong," Safa explains, describing moments of clarity that persisted despite heavy medication. When he questioned treatments or reported worsening symptoms, his concerns were dismissed as further evidence of mental illness. Most disturbing is how he was threatened with electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) if he didn't comply with medication protocols.Safa's testimony reveals the global nature of psychiatric gaslighting - how practitioners worldwide interpret medication side effects as new illnesses requiring more drugs, creating a harmful cycle that's nearly impossible to escape. His description of withdrawal symptoms paints a vivid picture of suffering that psychiatry continues to deny exists.The turning point comes when Safa discovers online communities of psychiatric survivors and resources like Robert Whitaker's "Anatomy of an Epidemic." Armed with knowledge and validation, he begins trusting his own experience over the narratives imposed by doctors. Though still experiencing what he calls "asteroid-sized" symptoms compared to his original OCD, he's reclaimed his agency and understanding of his condition.Listen to this powerful account of resilience in the face of systemic gaslighting, and consider: how many others worldwide are trapped in similar cycles without the information to understand what's happening to them?We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when psychiatric systems designed to "help" actually hurt the most vulnerable among us? Minister Fred Shaw Jr., a powerhouse advocate with decades of experience fighting for children's rights, pulls back the curtain on psychiatry's troubling relationship with minority communities.Shaw's journey began when his own son was diagnosed with dyslexia and recommended for psychiatric intervention. Rather than accepting the prescribed path of medication, Shaw chose alternative educational approaches that ultimately helped his son overcome his reading challenges. This personal experience sparked a lifelong mission to protect children from unnecessary psychiatric labeling and drugging.Drawing from his unique background as a former sheriff's deputy, NAACP president, and international spokesperson for the Citizens Commission on Human Rights, Shaw delivers shocking insights into how mental health systems target vulnerable populations. "We don't have mental health in this country," Shaw asserts. "We have mental control." He reveals how approximately 6.1 million American children are currently on psychiatric drugs—medications that chemically resemble substances like cocaine and methamphetamine.The conversation takes a particularly powerful turn when Shaw discusses foster care and juvenile justice systems, where children are routinely medicated as a form of management rather than receiving appropriate support for trauma. Through stories of children he's worked with directly, Shaw demonstrates how alternatives to medication—proper education, nutrition, physical activity, and believing in children's potential—can transform lives. One teen who was headed for medication and a continuation school instead went on to play football at USC and in the NFL, all because someone recognized his potential rather than pathologizing his behavior.Shaw's message calls us to look beyond quick-fix medications and examine the root causes of suffering in marginalized communities. By addressing factors like education, economic opportunity, and community support, we can create environments where children thrive without psychiatric intervention. His powerful testimony challenges us to question a system that too often creates "patients for life" instead of empowering individuals to overcome adversity.Ready to hear the truth about psychiatry that mainstream sources won't tell you? Listen now and join the movement to protect our most vulnerable children from unnecessary medication and labeling that follows them for life.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailMental health stigma becomes a weaponized battleground in divorce and custody proceedings—a reality that impacts countless families navigating the family court system. In this eye-opening conversation with family law attorney McKenna Zimmerman, we peel back the layers of how mental health diagnoses, treatment decisions, and even therapy records can dramatically alter the trajectory of a family court case.Zimmerman reveals the hidden power dynamics at play, particularly through the role of the guardian ad litem—court-appointed attorneys who represent children's interests with remarkable investigative authority. These legal professionals can access medical records, interview therapists, and ultimately make recommendations that profoundly impact custody arrangements. What's particularly striking is how casual mental health accusations ("they're a narcissist") float through courtrooms without substantiation, while legitimate mental health concerns often remain misunderstood or oversimplified.The conversation tackles difficult questions about domestic violence survivors facing custody battles, the risks of submitting therapy records as evidence, and the complicated territory of court-ordered treatment compliance. For those navigating this terrain, Zimmerman offers critical guidance: transparency with your legal team, proactive treatment engagement, and proper documentation of treatment decisions can make the difference between mental health being used against you or serving as evidence of your responsible parenting.This discussion illuminates a fundamental truth often missed in family court: mental health struggles don't automatically make someone an unfit parent. What matters most is how individuals address these challenges and prioritize their children's wellbeing throughout the process. Whether you're facing a custody dispute, supporting someone through divorce, or working in the mental health field, this conversation provides essential insights into protecting families when mental health enters the courtroom.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailFreedom of speech lies at the heart of democracy, but what happens when speaking your truth is met with violence and death? The tragic loss of Charlie Kirk has revealed a disturbing trend among mental health professionals who have abandoned their ethical obligation to neutrality, celebrating the death of a human being simply because they disagreed with his political views.Drawing from our extensive experience as therapists in the prison system, where we worked with individuals who committed heinous crimes while maintaining professional neutrality, we examine the stark contrast between proper therapeutic ethics and the shocking behavior displayed by self-proclaimed mental health professionals on social media platforms following Kirk's death. When therapists can sit with violent criminals without judgment but cannot extend the same courtesy to someone with different political beliefs, we must question what's happening to our profession.Charlie Kirk began his career at just 19 years old, standing before thousands to debate ideas and encourage critical thinking. Whether you agreed with his message or not, his ability to articulate his views without inciting violence demonstrated his commitment to peaceful discourse. In an era where reasoned debate often gives way to personal attacks, Kirk's approach to discussion—focused on ideas rather than individuals—offers an important lesson for all of us, regardless of political affiliation.This episode isn't about red or blue politics—it's about respecting human dignity, upholding freedom of speech, and maintaining professional ethics in an increasingly polarized world. For those who witnessed this horrific event, either in person or through media, we urge you to seek trauma support. Join us as we honor a life lost while reflecting on the critical importance of protecting our right to speak freely without fear of violent retribution.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan Mail"They told me Ativan would be a part of my life for the rest of my life. Well, they were right—but not in the way they thought it would."Meet Luanne Wall—registered nurse with 41 years of critical care experience, wife, mother, grandmother, and survivor of benzodiazepine dependency. When pandemic stress, family illness, and mounting anxiety led her to seek help from her doctor in 2021, she received a prescription for Ativan to be taken three times daily. What followed was a descent into dependency that would affect not only her life but her daughter's and infant grandson's as well.In this raw, unfiltered conversation, Luanne reveals the brutal reality of prescription benzodiazepine use that most doctors won't acknowledge. From experiencing severe interdose withdrawal despite taking the medication exactly as prescribed, to being told she "wouldn't become addicted" because she "didn't have an addictive personality," her story exposes the dangerous misconceptions perpetuated by medical professionals about these powerful drugs.Most compelling is Luanne's refusal to distinguish between her experience and that of street drug users. "If I'm an addict, what does that make you?" she challenges her prescribing doctor. Her insight that "street dealers know they're not smarter than the drug they're dealing" while doctors believe they can outsmart these substances cuts to the heart of our broken approach to prescribed medications. After finding salvation through the Ashton Manual and completing a grueling seven-month taper, Luanne now lives with the permanent consequences of her prescribed dependency—tremors, hearing loss, and nervous system damage.Whether you've experienced dependency yourself, know someone who has, or simply want to understand the truth about prescription drugs, this episode will transform how you view the line between medicine and addiction. Share your story with us and help break the stigma around prescribed drug dependency.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered why schools seem so quick to suggest ADHD medication for children who don't sit still? The truth behind this practice is more disturbing than most parents realize.Sheila Matthews never expected a single school meeting about her seven-year-old son would launch her into a two-decade fight against the psychiatric labeling and drugging of children. After witnessing another mother testify before Congress about the devastating effects of school-mandated medication, Matthews made a bold decision to refuse an ADHD diagnosis for her own child. This choice led her to co-found AbleChild.org, a national nonprofit organization that has successfully pushed for legislative changes protecting parents' rights to make informed decisions about their children's mental health care.Matthews pulls back the curtain on how ADHD diagnoses originated not from scientific discovery but from pharmaceutical marketing campaigns in the 1970s. She explains how subjective checklists created by drug companies have replaced proper medical evaluation, and how schools without medical authority pressure parents into medication pathways. Most shocking is her revelation that many children labeled with ADHD are actually gifted, creative thinkers whose natural traits are being pathologized for profit.The conversation takes a darker turn when Matthews discusses her organization's groundbreaking work to require testing for psychiatric medications in cases of violence and mass shootings – information currently omitted from most investigations. She describes how the industry manipulates data to hide potential connections between these medications and harmful behaviors, while simultaneously promoting narratives that untreated ADHD leads to negative outcomes.Whether you're a parent facing pressure from your child's school, an educator questioning current practices, or someone concerned about the broader implications of medicating young minds, this episode provides crucial information about alternatives to psychiatric drugs and the importance of informed consent. Don't miss this eye-opening discussion that challenges everything you thought you knew about childhood behavioral disorders. Check out AbleChild.org to learn more and join the movement for transparency and true informed consent.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhen you've been told your brain chemistry is permanently broken, the idea of coming off psychiatric medication can feel terrifying—or even impossible. But what if everything you've been told about these drugs is based on an outdated model?Psychologist Anders Sorensen joins us to shatter the myths surrounding psychiatric medication and share evidence-based approaches to safely tapering off these drugs. With his PhD in psychiatry and years of clinical experience, Anders brings a unique perspective that bridges psychological understanding with pharmacological expertise.At the heart of our conversation is SERT occupancy—the mechanism by which antidepressants affect brain chemistry. Anders explains why even "baby doses" can have powerful effects and why standard tapering approaches often fail. His hyperbolic tapering method follows the actual biological curve of how medications work, preventing the withdrawal symptoms that are often misinterpreted as relapse.We challenge the chemical imbalance theory and explore how psychiatric drugs function not as disease treatments but as strategies for emotion regulation. This fundamental reframing opens up possibilities for therapists to play a crucial role in helping clients navigate the tapering process—something traditionally considered outside their scope of practice.Anders' new book, "Crossing Zero: The Art and Science of Coming Off and Staying Off Psychiatric Drugs," offers both practical guidance and psychological insights for anyone considering discontinuation. The book deliberately places tapering instructions after extensive context about our relationship with emotions and challenging dominant narratives around mental health.Ready to reconsider what you've been told about psychiatric medication? This episode might just change your perspective on healing and what's truly possible for your mental health journey.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe moment Willy Millard walked in on his parents meeting with school officials asking "What did we do wrong?" after he came out at age 12, he knew the journey ahead wouldn't match the promised narrative. That painful memory still resonates years later as he navigates the unexpected complexities of identity both within and beyond the LGBTQ+ community.In this raw, unfiltered conversation, Willy shares how he discovered that coming out didn't lead to the unconditional acceptance he'd been promised. Instead, he found himself trading one set of boxes for another – now expected to define himself according to rigid community classifications: Was he a twink, a bear, or an otter? Which hanky color should he flag? The very community that preached acceptance demanded conformity to its own complex codes and categories.As a successful stylist and salon owner, Willy also pushes back against being labeled "the gay stylist" rather than simply being recognized for his craft. He questions why his sexuality needs to be the qualifier for his professional identity, noting with pride that his recent magazine features celebrated his artistry rather than his orientation. This professional pigeonholing mirrors his broader struggle for authentic self-expression in a world obsessed with categorization.What makes Willy's perspective particularly valuable is his refusal to give up. Despite the challenges, he continues engaging with the community, hoping to disrupt established patterns and find genuine connections. "Every once in a while I'll find somebody just like me," he explains, those rare moments of authentic understanding that make the struggle worthwhile.For allies wanting to support LGBTQ+ individuals, Willy offers refreshingly straightforward advice: be yourself, let the other person take the lead, ask honest questions, and remember you don't have to support everything to be supportive. His message ultimately transcends sexuality – it's about the universal human desire to be seen as a whole person rather than a collection of labels.Ready to rethink what true acceptance looks like? Listen now and join the conversation about finding authenticity in a world of boxes.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when the medication prescribed to help you ends up stealing fundamental aspects of your humanity? We sit down with Cael, a courageous 22-year-old who sought help for college anxiety at 19 and ended up trapped in a web of psychiatric medications that permanently altered his ability to feel emotions and experience physical pleasure. His story exposes the devastating reality of Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction, a condition that affects one in every 216 antidepressant users yet remains buried in medication inserts and dismissed by doctors.Cael walks us through his journey from normal college adjustment anxiety to a cascade of psychiatric medications including Lexapro, Effexor, Zoloft, Cymbalta, and antipsychotics. Despite multiple doctors and genetic testing that promised personalized treatment, each medication brought new side effects that were blamed on "underlying conditions." The emotional numbness and sexual dysfunction that followed have left him feeling disconnected from family, friends, and romantic relationships during what should be the peak years of his life.We explore how international health agencies recognize PSSD while the FDA continues to minimize these life-altering risks. Kale's experience reveals the urgent need for true informed consent and the courage required for young people to speak out against a system that failed them. His story serves as both a warning and a call to action for better protection of vulnerable patients seeking mental health care.If you've experienced similar effects or know someone who has, this episode provides validation and resources for understanding what might really be happening. Subscribe for more whistleblowing conversations that challenge the psychiatric establishment and share this episode to help others connect the dots in their own medication journeys.What happens when the medications meant to help actually take away your ability to feel joy, love, and connection? In this raw and eye-opening episode of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we sit down with Cael, a brave 22-year-old who sought help for anxiety at 19—only to be caught in a devastating cycle of overmedication, misdiagnosis, and permanent side effects.➡️ Watch as Kale shares his story of emotional numbness, loss of sexual function, and betrayal by a system that promised healing. From Lexapro to Zoloft to antipsychotics, Kale’s journey shines a spotlight on Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction (PSSD)—a life-altering condition affecting 1 in 216 antidepressant users but rarely acknowledged by doctors.💔 Now in the prime of his sexuality, Kale is left unable to physically or emotionally function in romantic or intimate relationships. The medications that were supposed to help stole not just his pleasure, but fundamental aspects of his identity, connection, and humanity.🔍 Topics We Cover:What is Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction (PSSD)?The emotional and relational cost of antidepressant side effectsThe truth about “personalized” psychiatry and genetic testingInternational recognition of PSSD vs. FDA silenceThe urgent need for informed consent in mental health treatmentHow young people are speaking up about psychiatric injury⚠️ If you've ever felt numb, disconnected, or confused after taking antidepressants—this episode is for you. We expose what many in the medical system won't tell you, and offer hope, validation, and next steps.🔔 Subscribe to join our mission: challenging the psychiatric establishment and telling the untold stories of those harmed by the mental health system.📬 Have a story? Email us at: thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.com 📱 Follow us: @thegaslittruthpodcast on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube👇 Let’s connect individually: 👩‍⚕️ Dr. Teralyn Instagram: We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailHow can a seemingly harmless prescription for a sleep aid turn fatal? When Kim Witczak's husband Woody died by suicide after just five weeks on Zoloft—a medication prescribed not for depression, but for trouble sleeping—she was thrust into an unexpected role as a pharmaceutical safety advocate. Her journey from successful advertising executive to FDA committee member reveals the shocking truth about how drug companies manipulate research, hide side effects, and prioritize profits over safety.Kim's discovery of internal Pfizer documents exposed that pharmaceutical companies have long known about dangerous side effects like akathisia—a state of extreme inner restlessness that can trigger suicidal impulses—yet deliberately kept this information from general practitioners who write most prescriptions. Through her wrongful death lawsuit, she uncovered evidence that drug companies had even created "prosecutor manuals" to defend cases where their medications were linked to violence or suicide.The conversation pulls back the curtain on how medications get approved. Contrary to what most believe, pharmaceutical companies—not the FDA—control clinical trials from design to data analysis. These trials are often brief, include carefully selected participants, and can be fast-tracked through loopholes that allow companies to cherry-pick favorable results. Once approved, medications are marketed for continual use despite being tested for just weeks, and off-label prescribing becomes a multi-billion-dollar revenue stream with minimal oversight.Perhaps most disturbing is how the system gaslights patients who experience harm. When medication side effects emerge, they're often dismissed as symptoms of the underlying condition or labeled as "treatment-resistant" cases—a marketing term that blames patients rather than questioning the medications themselves. As Kim points out, we've lost our ability to think critically about what we put in our bodies, accepting without question that medications with known risks are "safe and effective."Ready to reclaim your agency as a healthcare consumer? Start by questioning what you're prescribed, researching potential side effects, and remembering that your lived experience matters—even when it's dismissed as merely "anecdotal." Your vigilance could save your life or someone you love.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailHave you been told your pain will never get better? That surgery is your only option? That you just need to learn to live with it?Dr. Clayton Durr, performance physical therapist who has worked with champion athletes across powerlifting, strongman, and CrossFit, joins the Gaslit Truth Podcast to challenge everything you've been told about chronic pain. Sharing eye-opening insights from his practice, Dr. Durr reveals how our own brains can create "anticipatory pain" even after tissues have healed—and how the medical system often fails to address this crucial disconnect.Through powerful patient stories, Dr. Durr demonstrates how something as simple as validation and proper movement can eliminate pain that multiple doctors dismissed as permanent. He breaks down the problematic profit-driven algorithm most pain patients experience: doctor visit → X-ray → opioids → injections → surgery, noting that 50% of back surgeries show no improvement in outcomes. The conversation dives deep into dry needling, a game-changing technique often confused with acupuncture, that provides immediate relief by disrupting muscle spasms and giving patients a "therapeutic window" to begin proper healing. Dr. Durr explains why this approach, though highly effective, remains underutilized in a system that financially rewards surgeries and medications over lasting solutions.Most importantly, this episode offers hope where the traditional medical system often fails to. As Dr. Durr emphasizes, "The pain may not be your fault, but it's your responsibility." By understanding how your body actually heals and finding providers who truly put patients first, you can break free from the narrative that your pain defines your future.Ready to challenge what you've been told about your chronic pain? Listen now and discover why hope might be the most powerful pain management tool we have.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailHave you been conditioned to believe that nutrition's only purpose is weight management? This groundbreaking conversation with mental health nutritionist Dr. David Wiss shatters that myth, revealing how the food industry has deliberately gaslit us into focusing on calories rather than food quality.Drawing from his journey as a registered dietitian turned whistleblower, Dr. Wiss explains how he discovered troubling conflicts of interest in nutrition education. Food companies sponsor webinars about the "safety" of high fructose corn syrup while promoting the oversimplified calories-in-calories-out model that keeps us trapped in diet mentality. Meanwhile, the profound connections between ultra-processed foods and mental health challenges remain largely unexplored in conventional healthcare.The functional medicine approach offers a revolutionary alternative. Rather than treating symptoms in isolation, it connects mental, physical, and spiritual health through systems biology. This comprehensive framework examines a person's entire life history—from childhood eating patterns to antibiotic use, trauma experiences, and beyond—to understand how these factors collectively impact health. For those struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, or other mental health challenges, this approach provides crucial missing pieces that conventional treatment often overlooks.Most striking is Dr. Wiss's rallying cry: "Sanity before vanity." This philosophy prioritizes using nutrition to enhance mental wellbeing, quality of life, and relationship health rather than appearance. The difference between 1,000 calories of Doritos and 1,000 calories of nutrient-dense food might be negligible for weight loss, but profoundly different for brain function and emotional regulation.Ready to reclaim nutrition as a powerful tool for mental health? Explore David's app "Wise Mind Nutrition" for a qualitative approach that moves beyond calorie counting. Your brain deserves better than diet culture—discover what becomes possible when you nourish your mind as carefully as you would any other vital organ.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailMental health readiness is perhaps the most overlooked aspect of college preparation. While academic credentials and test scores dominate the conversation, students are rarely assessed for their emotional resilience and social readiness – the very skills that often determine their success.Our conversation with Joanna Lilley, a therapeutic consultant who works exclusively with college-aged young adults, reveals a troubling pattern. Many students who excel academically find themselves overwhelmed by college life, sometimes withdrawing after just days or weeks. The culprit? A lack of preparation for the independence, social navigation, and emotional regulation college demands.Parents play a crucial role in this readiness equation. The "helicopter" or "lawnmower" parenting styles that clear all obstacles from a child's path inadvertently prevent them from developing resilience. When these students face inevitable college challenges without their parents' intervention, they often crumble under pressure they've never learned to manage.The COVID pandemic has exacerbated these issues, creating significant developmental gaps for students who spent their formative middle school years in isolation. Today's college freshmen missed critical opportunities to develop social skills during lockdowns, making campus life particularly challenging.Perhaps most concerning is the over-medication of young adults. Many high-achieving students are prescribed multiple psychiatric medications to help them cope with academic pressure, creating additional risks when they mix medications with alcohol or discontinue them without supervision in college environments.What determines success isn't academic capability but rather having experienced adversity and developed coping strategies. Students need balance, social skills, and the self-awareness to recognize when they need help. For many, taking a gap year might be the wisest decision, allowing time to develop emotional maturity before attempting college.Ready to reassess what college readiness truly means? Listen now to understand how you can support genuine preparation that encompasses the whole person – not just their transcript.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe AI therapy revolution promises accessible mental healthcare at your fingertips, but is this technological quick fix actually gaslighting us all? In this revealing exploration, we test ChatGPT's capabilities as a Freudian therapist and uncover both the appeal and the deeply concerning limitations of algorithm-based mental health support.When we prompted ChatGPT to analyze feelings of loneliness and depression, it responded with surprisingly eloquent and validating language—far more sophisticated than many human therapists might use. This linguistic prowess creates what we call "the illusion of support," a façade of understanding that feels meaningful but lacks the genuine human connection that forms the foundation of effective therapy. While AI can parse your words and reflect them back with added flourishes, it cannot truly feel your pain or engage in the messy, uncomfortable work that real therapeutic relationships often require.The most troubling aspect of AI therapy tools is how perfectly they align with our cultural obsession with convenient solutions to inconvenient problems. Just as we've been conditioned to expect immediate relief from psychiatric medications, ChatGPT offers instant answers to psychological questions that have developed over decades of lived experience. Even more alarming is how easily AI validates potentially harmful self-diagnoses—when prompted with questions like "Do I have autism?" or "Do I have depression?", ChatGPT typically responds affirmatively with symptoms that could apply to almost anyone.Rather than viewing AI as either a replacement or a harmless tool, we believe this technology should serve as a wake-up call for therapists to emphasize what algorithms cannot provide: deep, relationship-based healing that transcends standardized interventions and worksheet therapy. The therapeutic alliance—not techniques or eloquent language—is what creates lasting change. As mental health consumers, we must recognize that true healing rarely comes from frictionless interventions but emerges from the challenging work of authentic human connection.Subscribe, rate, and share your thoughts on this episode. Send us your gaslit truth stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.com and join us in pushing back against the technological quick fixes that promise solutions but may be creating more problems.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when a decorated psychiatric nurse discovers the medications he's been administering for years might be causing more harm than good? David Wayne's world turned upside down in 2017—ironically the same year he won his hospital's Excellence in Nursing Leadership Award—when he read Robert Whitaker's "Anatomy of an Epidemic" and could no longer ignore the troubling evidence about psychiatric medications.David takes us behind the scenes of hospital psychiatry, revealing how he attempted to create honest educational materials about Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction (PSSD) only to have them rejected because, as his medical director reportedly said, they would "make it too hard to get people on these medications." This stunning admission exposes the prioritization of medication compliance over true informed consent that permeates our mental health system.The conversation ventures into territory rarely discussed in mainstream mental health circles—how SSRIs not only cause sexual dysfunction but emotional numbing that disconnects people from joy, grief, and intimate relationships. David shares stories of patients who've lost their ability to feel connected to loved ones and even their own life experiences, creating a profound existential harm that goes unacknowledged in medication risk assessments.Most compelling is David's exploration of metabolic approaches to mental health, including how nutritional interventions have consistently improved both physical and mental health outcomes in ways medication never could. He challenges the simplistic "chemical imbalance" narrative with a more holistic understanding of mental health that encompasses sleep, movement, nutrition, human connection, and purpose—elements systematically overlooked in our quick-fix pharmaceutical culture.Whether you're a mental health professional questioning conventional practice, someone struggling with medication side effects, or simply curious about alternative approaches to emotional wellbeing, this episode offers a courageous insider's perspective that might just change how you think about psychiatric care. Ready to take back control of your mental health? Listen now and join the growing movement for greater transparency and truly informed consent in psychiatric treatment.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered what really happens during electroconvulsive therapy? Not what's shown in glossy brochures or described in sanitized consent forms, but the raw, unfiltered truth from someone who's experienced it firsthand?In this eye-opening conversation, we're joined by Deborah Schwartzkopff, a retired level one trauma nurse and the founder of ECT Justice, who pulls back the curtain on the psychiatric treatment that continues to be promoted as safe and effective despite mounting evidence to the contrary.Deborah takes us through her journey from adverse reactions to psychiatric medications to being prescribed dangerously high doses of multiple drugs, and eventually to receiving electroconvulsive therapy - a treatment she now describes as causing "acquired traumatic brain injury based on mechanism of trauma." With her unique perspective as both a medical professional and a patient, she explains how electrical trauma impacts every cell and system in the body, creating damages that may not be immediately apparent but evolve over time.What's particularly shocking is the disparity between how accidental electrical injuries are treated in emergency medicine versus how ECT-induced brain injuries are dismissed within psychiatry. While patients with traumatic brain injuries typically receive comprehensive rehabilitation services, ECT patients are often gaslit about the nature of their symptoms and denied access to the same care. This reality is especially concerning given that approximately two-thirds of ECT recipients are women, raising serious questions about gender bias in psychiatric treatment.Whether you're contemplating ECT, supporting someone who is, or simply interested in understanding the controversies surrounding psychiatric treatments, this conversation provides crucial insights you won't hear in conventional medical settings. Listen now to understand why informed consent matters and how patients are fighting back against a system that too often prioritizes compliance over true healing.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when the very system designed to heal you becomes the source of your deepest trauma? Sarah Trueb's life changed forever when, at just 39 years old, she suffered a stroke after years of medication mismanagement and medical dismissal. Once a successful massage therapist helping others heal, Sarah found herself fighting for her own survival against a healthcare system determined to label her physical symptoms as "all in her head."Sarah's journey began with seeking help for PTSD following a family trauma. Instead of appropriate trauma care, she was immediately diagnosed with bipolar disorder and prescribed lithium—the first in a cascade of 33 different medications that would wreak havoc on her body and brain over the next several years. Despite showing clear signs of medication sensitivity and developing increasingly severe neurological symptoms, healthcare providers continued to view her through a purely psychiatric lens.The most chilling aspect of Sarah's story is how her stroke warning signs—numbness, facial drooping, and slurred speech—were dismissed as "stress" or "anxiety" by medical staff. Even after suffering a stroke while under medical supervision, Sarah faced continued skepticism, being prematurely discharged from rehabilitation and labeled with "conversion disorder," a diagnosis suggesting her symptoms were psychologically rather than physically based.Today, Sarah lives with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), a complex condition affecting over 300,000 Americans that disrupts how the brain and body communicate. Her symptoms include chronic pain, seizures, vision problems, movement disorders, and more. Despite these debilitating physical symptoms, she continues to be accused of "faking" when seeking medical care.Sarah's powerful testimony serves as a warning about the dangers of medical gaslighting and the deadly consequences of siloed healthcare thinking. Her advocacy for the TRUBE Act aims to create systemic change and prevent others from suffering a similar fate. This episode forces us to confront an uncomfortable truth: sometimes the most dangerous place for a vulnerable patient is inside the very system meant to provide healing.Subscribe to The Gaslit Truth Podcast for more stories that shed light on unethical practices in healthcare and mental health systems. Have you experienced medical gaslighting? Share your story at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.com.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when institutions weaponize psychiatric care to silence whistleblowers? In this eye-opening conversation, former community college professor Gina Fournier shares her traumatic experience with what she terms "psychiatric human trafficking" – a harrowing journey that began when she questioned academic standards at her workplace.Gina's story unfolds like a dystopian nightmare – she was "suicide swatted" by her employer after speaking out, resulting in forced detention at a psychiatric facility where she received virtually no evaluation or meaningful treatment. The clinical certificates authorizing her confinement were riddled with irregularities, including one signed by a doctor who never examined her. Most tellingly, her release came not when she was deemed "well," but when her insurance coverage ran out.The aftermath has been equally disturbing. Permanently labeled with code "48" in law enforcement systems, Gina describes years of ongoing retaliation, including additional suicide swatting incidents when she's sought justice from elected officials. Her testimony raises profound questions about the intersection of institutional power and psychiatric authority – and how easily mental health designations can be used to strip individuals of their credibility and rights.This conversation isn't just about one woman's ordeal. It's a sobering examination of how psychiatric labels can be weaponized against those who challenge authority, particularly women. It's a cautionary tale about the dangers of involuntary commitment without proper safeguards, and the lasting damage such experiences inflict. For anyone navigating mental health challenges or supporting someone in crisis, Gina's message is clear: peer support might be safer than institutional psychiatric help, which too often causes more harm than good.If this episode leaves you questioning the systems we've entrusted with our most vulnerable citizens, that's exactly the point. Share this conversation to help shine light on psychiatric abuses that continue to happen behind closed doors, even in 2025.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailYou've been gaslit into believing medication tapering means cutting pills in half and taking them every other day until you're done. The reality? Your brain requires a much more sophisticated approach.In this final installment of our medication tapering series, we reveal the neurological science behind why standard tapering methods fail so many patients. Discover what's actually happening as your brain's receptors adjust when medication levels change, and why those challenging symptoms aren't a "return of your condition" but genuine withdrawal effects your prescriber may never have warned you about.We dive deep into the hyperbolic tapering method, explaining why initial reductions often feel deceptively easy while those final milligrams can be the most challenging. Learn to identify withdrawal symptoms beyond the obvious brain zaps—from headaches and vivid dreams to digestive issues—that signal when your taper is moving too quickly for your unique neural adaptation.The most crucial factor in successful tapering? Individualization. Your withdrawal timeline might look nothing like someone else's, even on the same medication. Some experience effects within days, while others don't notice symptoms until weeks after a reduction. Understanding your personal pattern becomes your most powerful tool.Whether you're contemplating a medication reduction or currently struggling through withdrawal, this episode provides both scientific understanding and practical guidance to navigate the journey with greater confidence and fewer setbacks. Connect with us directly if you're ready to create your personalized tapering plan with evidence-based support.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailReady to break free from psychiatric medications? The journey isn't simple, but it is possible—and we're here to guide you through the complex reality of medication tapering in this revealing second installment of our deprescribing series.Many people believe they're destined to take antidepressants forever, a misconception often reinforced by healthcare providers with limited knowledge about deprescribing. The truth? Tapering off psychiatric medications requires a thoughtful, comprehensive approach that extends far beyond simply reducing your dosage.Think of medication tapering as an ultra marathon rather than a sprint. We recommend allowing 1-3 months of tapering for every year you've been on medication—a timeline that might feel daunting but reflects the body's need for gradual adjustment. Before even beginning to reduce your medication, we emphasize the critical importance of assembling your "taper team"—supportive healthcare providers, knowledgeable pharmacists, and deprescribing specialists who understand the nuances of this process.Unfortunately, many prescribers resist supporting patients who wish to discontinue medications. If you encounter resistance, remember that healthcare is meant to be collaborative. Just as you wouldn't continue seeing a therapist who isn't supportive, you shouldn't feel obligated to stay with a prescriber who dismisses your tapering goals.A cornerstone of successful tapering is collecting personalized data through functional lab work. Understanding your unique neurotransmitter levels, vitamin deficiencies, and cortisol patterns provides invaluable insights for creating a targeted support plan. We dive into the foundation supplements that can significantly ease withdrawal symptoms: high-quality omega-3s, methylated B-complex vitamins, vitamin D, magnesium, and probiotics—explaining why each plays a crucial role in supporting brain health during medication discontinuation.Whether you're just beginning to consider tapering or already on your journey, this episode offers transparent, evidence-based guidance from practitioners who have both professional and personal experience with medication discontinuation. Ready to reclaim your brain chemistry? Let's transform what feels impossible into a manageable, step-by-step process toward medication freedom.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan Mail⚠️ Ready to stop your psych meds? Don’t make a move until you’ve heard this.In this powerful episode of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, Deprescribing Consultants Dr. Teralyn and Jenn reveal the science-backed truth behind what your brain really needs before tapering off psychiatric medications.💥 Spoiler: It’s not just about cutting pills.It’s about rebuilding what meds may have depleted — your neurotransmitters, your nutrient stores, your resilience.You’ll learn:Why amino acids and protein are essential for brain healthThe 4 pillars of tapering prep: Nutrition, Sleep, Movement, MindfulnessHow psychiatric meds deplete nutrients, harm your gut, and impact gray matterWhy HIIT may be hurting more than helpingWhat to do during the crucial “90-day warm-up” phase🎧 Whether you’re considering tapering, already in the process, or supporting someone who is — this episode is for you.⚠️ BUCKLE UP FOR SOME BASIC BULLSH*T YOU’VE BEEN SOLD: You’ve been told nutrition doesn’t matter during a med taper? WRONG.Here’s the real deal 👇 🧠 Your brain’s neurotransmitters? They’re made from amino acids. Amino acids come from protein. No protein = Broken Neurotransmitter Pathways = Brain chaos during your taper. Read. That. Again.💥 It’s that simple — and that serious.Join Deprescribing Consultants Terri and Jenn, hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, as they rip apart myths and break down real brain science in everyday language — so you can finally understand what your body needs to come off meds safely.Have you been told you'll need antidepressants forever? That narrative might be one of the biggest gaslights in modern mental healthcare. As we reveal in this eye-opening first episode of our two-part series, successfully tapering off psychiatric medications requires something most doctors never mention: preparation.The journey to medication freedom begins long before you cut your first pill. We call it the "90-day warmup" – a comprehensive approach to strengthening your brain health through four essential pillars: nutrition, sleep, movement, and meditation. This isn't about perfection but progress; getting what we playfully call "a C on the assignment" is enough to make a substantial difference in your tapering experience.Psychiatric medications create profound changes in your body beyond their intended effects. They deplete essential nutrients, disrupt gut health, and even reduce brain gray matter over time. By strategically addressing these areas first, you're not just preparing to function without medication – you're actively rebuilding what the medications may have diminished. Perhaps most surprising is our discussion around movement. The high-intensity workouts many consider healthy might actually work against you during medication tapering by triggering stress hormones. We explore why restorative movement like walking and yoga better supports your brain during this crucial transition. Similarly, our deep dive into sleep quality reveals how seemingly innocent habits like evening sugar consumption or afternoon caffeine can completely derail your brain's recovery process.Whether you're currently taking psychiatric medications, already tapering, or supporting someone who is, this episode provides the framework for a more successful journey toward medication freedom. The pharmaceutical industry has convinced many they need these drugs forever – we're here to show you there's another way forward with the right preparation.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe truth about psychiatric medications is far more troubling than most people realize. In this eye-opening conversation with medical journalist Bob Whitaker, founder of Mad in America and author of groundbreaking books challenging psychiatric orthodoxy, we uncover the deceptive science behind the "chemical imbalance" theory and how it has harmed countless patients.Whitaker shares his personal journey from conventional medical reporter to psychiatric whistleblower after discovering research that contradicted everything he'd been told about mental health treatments. Most shocking is his revelation that the chemical imbalance theory—the foundation of modern psychopharmacology—was debunked in psychiatry's own literature decades ago. "They knew it wasn't true starting in the 80s," Whitaker explains, "but then they kept saying it because it was a soundbite that made their drugs look good."We dive deep into the corrupt research practices behind psychiatric drug trials, where exclusion criteria keep 85% of real-world patients out of studies, and "placebo" groups actually consist of people experiencing withdrawal symptoms. Even more disturbing is evidence showing psychiatric medications often create the very chemical imbalances they claim to correct, potentially explaining why long-term outcomes have worsened over decades of increasing medication use.The conversation takes a powerful turn when we discuss how patients questioning their medications face dismissal and gaslighting from the medical establishment. As therapists who help people safely deprescribe, we share our perspectives on supporting clients through this journey and the pushback we've received for challenging dominant narratives.Whether you're a mental health professional, someone taking psychiatric medications, or simply curious about the science behind mental health treatments, this episode will transform your understanding of psychiatry and medication. Join us in this crucial conversation about reclaiming patient agency and demanding better from our mental health systems.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailTalking about trauma doesn't always lead to healing – in fact, it can sometimes make things worse. This groundbreaking episode features EMDR expert Jeremy Fox, who reveals why traditional talk therapy approaches sometimes fall short when treating trauma and introduces a powerful alternative.Jeremy explains how Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) works through a fundamentally different mechanism than conventional therapy. Rather than having clients deeply immerse themselves in traumatic narratives, EMDR creates what Jeremy calls a "dual attention process" – keeping one foot in the traumatic past and one in the present. Through guided eye movements or other bilateral stimulation, EMDR "taxes working memory," making it difficult for the brain to maintain the same intense emotional connection to traumatic memories.We explore the fascinating science behind this approach, including Jeremy's published research on the Zeigarnik Effect – the psychological principle that explains why interrupted or incomplete experiences (like traumatic memories) remain more vivid in our minds than completed ones. Jeremy illuminates how EMDR leverages this effect to help the brain finally process what's been "stuck."Perhaps most surprising is Jeremy's revelation that clients don't necessarily need to verbally share all the details of their trauma for EMDR to be effective. This makes the therapy particularly valuable for those who find it impossible to talk about their experiences or who have tried talk therapy without success.The conversation also addresses common misconceptions about EMDR, the importance of the therapeutic relationship, and how medication might impact trauma processing. Whether you're a therapy professional or someone seeking healing from past wounds, this episode offers valuable insights into how our brains process trauma and the innovative approaches that can lead to transformation.Ready to explore new pathways to healing? Listen now and discover why sometimes the most effective therapy isn't about talking more – it's about processing differently.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan Mail"Is your pancreas suddenly malfunctioning, or could it be your antidepressant?" That's the question at the heart of this explosive episode where we reveal the shocking disconnect between existing research and what medical providers tell patients about SSRI side effects.When co-host Jen called her doctor about concerning blood glucose results during her Lexapro taper, she was immediately shut down with "No, that can't be related to your medication." But as we uncover, multiple studies dating back over a decade have established clear connections between SSRIs and metabolic disturbances. We share a jaw-dropping recording of this medical gaslighting in action, breaking down all the ways Jen's legitimate concerns were dismissed without consideration.Looking deeper, we explore compelling research including a 2013 study showing significant increases in weight, blood glucose, cholesterol, and triglycerides in women taking various SSRIs for just 16 weeks. Even more convincingly, a massive 2020 Japanese study of 90,000 participants concluded that "antidepressants increased the risk of type 2 diabetes," with risk increasing alongside duration and dosage of medication use. Perhaps most importantly, both studies found these metabolic markers returned to baseline after discontinuation - exactly what many patients report but are told is impossible.This episode serves as both validation for those who've felt dismissed by healthcare providers and as ammunition for your next medical appointment. We discuss strategies for advocating for yourself, monitoring your own health metrics, and navigating a system that often refuses to acknowledge medication side effects. If you've ever wondered whether your changing health status might be connected to your psychiatric medication, this conversation will equip you with knowledge to push back against medical gaslighting and take control of your health journey.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when a medical professional becomes the victim of the very medications they once prescribed? Nicole Lamberson, physician assistant and medical director for the Benzodiazepine Information Coalition, takes us through her harrowing journey from stressed PA student to polypharmacy casualty to powerful advocate for medication safety.Nicole's story begins with work-related anxiety during PA school that led to a prescription for Xanax. What followed was a five-year nightmare of escalating medications – six psychiatric drugs simultaneously, including multiple benzodiazepines, stimulants, and antipsychotics. As her health deteriorated, Nicole found herself unable to function, agoraphobic, and eventually suicidal. When she attempted to discontinue these medications, she encountered a medical system utterly unprepared to help patients safely taper off psychiatric drugs.The podcast explores the profound gaps in medical education around deprescribing, with Nicole revealing that her professional training included "absolutely zero" instruction on safely discontinuing medications. This knowledge vacuum creates dangerous situations where withdrawal symptoms are misdiagnosed as worsening mental illness or drug-seeking behavior. Even when patients report severe adverse effects, they're often dismissed as "outliers" or told their experiences are "rare."Through her recovery journey, Nicole became a vital voice in medication safety. She now contributes to deprescribing guidelines, works with the Withdrawal Project, distributes the documentary "Medicating Normal," and coaches individuals through psychiatric medication discontinuation. Her work balances scientific rigor with deep compassion born from lived experience.This eye-opening conversation challenges listeners to question the narratives around psychiatric medications, advocate for themselves in medical settings, and recognize that healing is possible even after severe medication harm. Whether you're a healthcare professional, someone taking psychiatric medications, or supporting a loved one through withdrawal, Nicole's wisdom offers crucial insights for navigating this complex terrain.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailAngie Peacock's life changed forever when she sought psychiatric help after serving in Iraq. What followed was a 13-year nightmare on more than 40 psychiatric medications simultaneously – a pharmaceutical regimen that robbed her of her identity, relationships, and basic functioning."I completely got robbed of my twenties and thirties," Angie reveals, describing how she lost the ability to shower, read, or even watch TV while heavily medicated. Her medical records ultimately labeled her as having "chronic and persistent mental illness not likely to improve." The psychiatric establishment had written her off.The turning point came when Angie was invited to share her story in the groundbreaking documentary "Medicating Normal." During a catastrophic cold-turkey withdrawal from benzodiazepines, she endured three years of akathisia, intrusive thoughts, and physical agony. Yet something remarkable happened – her brain began to heal itself. Without supplements, alternative therapies, or more medications, Angie's psychiatric symptoms resolved completely.Today, Angie lives on the road in her camper van, traveling the country as a psychiatric drug withdrawal consultant and advocate for informed consent. Her story challenges everything we're told about "chemical imbalances" and lifelong medication. As she powerfully states: "These drugs have murdered my brain. That's what happened."Through heart-wrenching honesty and moments of unexpected humor, Angie illustrates how the mental health system traps patients through gaslighting, creating symptoms that are then blamed on underlying illness rather than medication effects. Her journey demonstrates the brain's extraordinary healing capacity when freed from pharmaceutical interference.Whether you're questioning your own psychiatric treatment, supporting a loved one through withdrawal, or simply concerned about our medication-first approach to mental health, this episode will transform your understanding of what's possible. Listen now and discover why thousands worldwide are rethinking everything they've been told about psychiatric medication.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThe decision to send your child to therapy seems like responsible parenting, but what if that choice follows them long after childhood ends? As licensed therapists ourselves, we're pulling back the curtain on a troubling reality that few professionals discuss openly.Mental health diagnoses given to children as young as six or seven years old don't simply disappear when therapy ends. These labels become permanent parts of medical records that can affect military applications, government employment, insurance coverage, and more. We share real examples from our practices of young adults facing obstacles because of childhood diagnoses they've long since outgrown.A revealing study found that over two-thirds of people who received therapy as children reported negative effects from the experience, with many developing increased stress and a sense that their problems would never improve. Perhaps most concerning is how children are routinely placed on psychiatric medications with profound physiological effects that alter their developing nervous systems.As parents, the pressure to medicate children into compliance can be overwhelming. Schools, doctors, and even family members may insist it's the only solution for behavioral issues or learning differences. We challenge this narrative, offering practical alternatives like working with coaches, paying privately to avoid diagnoses, and exploring holistic approaches before turning to psychiatric interventions.This isn't about shaming parents who've sought help for their children, but rather providing crucial information that's deliberately withheld from the therapy conversation. Before signing your child up for their first session, consider the potentially lifelong implications of that decision.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailThree therapists pull back the curtain on an uncomfortable truth: the mental health industry often keeps us trapped in cycles of symptom management rather than helping us truly thrive."The Capacity Expert" Raquel Hopkins joins Dr. Tara Lynn and Therapist Jen to challenge mainstream mental health narratives that have created an emotionally fragile culture. With her unique background transitioning from corporate HR to therapy, Raquel brings a refreshingly critical perspective that questions the fundamentals of how we approach mental wellness.Together, they explore how we've confused normal human emotions with mental illness, why gaslighting exists in all human relationships, and the danger of creating perpetual therapy clients instead of resilient individuals. "Your emotions are just internal data," Raquel explains, "not facts and not justification for how people should respond to you."The conversation dives into controversial territory, questioning whether childhood exploration should be the default starting point in therapy and challenging the notion that our nervous system is always right about perceived threats. They discuss how the mental health industry has inadvertently contributed to a culture that rewards emotional fragility rather than building capacity to navigate life's inevitable challenges.This episode will make you question everything you've been told about mental health and therapy. Whether you're currently in therapy, considering it, or work in the field yourself, these perspectives offer a much-needed counterbalance to prevailing narratives that have dominated the mental health conversation.Ready to develop true resilience rather than perpetual coping mechanisms? Listen now and discover how to build the capacity to navigate life's complexities without becoming dependent on therapy or pathologizing normal human experiences.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailKevin Gundersen's story begins at age 12 when a doctor prescribed him Celexa for school anxiety. What followed was a two-decade nightmare of medication side effects, new symptoms, and medical gaslighting that robbed him of his youth and health.With raw honesty, Kevin recounts the vicious cycle familiar to many psychiatric patients: medication side effects misdiagnosed as worsening mental illness, leading to higher doses or new medications, creating even worse symptoms. His original anxiety transformed into debilitating panic attacks, vertigo, severe blood pressure spikes reaching 260/150, and the torturous movement disorder akathisia after starting psychiatric medications.Kevin's experience reveals how medical gaslighting extends beyond patients to families. "My parents were also gaslit," he explains, absolving them of blame for decisions made without true informed consent. This crucial insight highlights how psychiatric medication harms ripple through entire families, creating multiple victims from a single prescription.The podcast takes listeners through Kevin's medical journey, complicated by Graves' disease and Lyme disease, and his repeated attempts to taper off medications. Most powerfully, he describes his December 2023 breaking point: "I am going to do everything in my power to get off these drugs. I don't care if I suffer every day for the rest of my life. I'm not giving any more money to these companies that have fucked me up."Now slowly tapering and rebuilding his life, Kevin offers a profound insight that challenges psychiatric orthodoxy: "I feel the best I've felt in a long time, and I'm at the lowest dose I've been on since I was 16." His story is both a warning about the dangers of psychiatric medications and a beacon of hope for those seeking their own path to healing.Follow Kevin's continuing journey on TikTok and YouTube @fightingback203 and share your own experiences with psychiatric medication through our email: thegaslittruthpodcasts@gmail.com.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailMental health is a complex subject often lost in political rhetoric, and our latest episode of the Gaslit Truth Podcast brings this to the forefront. We challenge the commonly held beliefs surrounding civil commitment laws, particularly in Oregon, as we navigate the new proposed legislation that could redefine how mental health crises are handled. Join us as we uncover the intricate relationship between NAMI and civil commitments, confronting the ongoing narrative that embeds mental health within a political tug-of-war. As we discuss the proposed shift towards assessing a patient’s risk over a 30-day period instead of relying solely on immediate threats, we raise essential questions about the responsibilities placed upon mental health professionals. Are we setting them up for failure? And what about the rights of those in crisis?The episode also explores the implications of these laws on vulnerable populations and their intersection with prison reform efforts. As we unpack these pressing issues, we urge our listeners to consider the ramifications of policies that may further stigmatize mental illness while failing to provide adequate support.We encourage you to engage with us, share your thoughts, and contribute to this critical discourse as we work toward a society that advocates for comprehensive mental health care instead of merely imposing strict legal frameworks. Tune in, and let's explore the gaslit truths that shape our understanding of mental health today. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and join the conversation!We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailJoin us on an insightful journey with Jason Smith, the dynamic coach, speaker, and founder of the Enterus Society, as we unravel the intricate tapestry of mental health and personal development. This episode promises to challenge the ordinary by questioning conventional narratives and pushing us to transcend self-imposed limitations. Jason, with his unique perspective, prompts us to reconsider the familiar and explore the transformative power of perspective shifts, particularly in the context of reclaiming mental health as outlined in our book "Your Best Brain."Our conversation ventures into the often-overlooked realm of gender disparities in medical treatment, underscoring the personal battles faced in healthcare settings. From navigating neck and shoulder injuries to the broader implications of public health narratives post-COVID-19 vaccine, we dissect personal experiences that highlight the challenges of advocating for one's health needs. The emotional and psychological toll of working in trauma-heavy environments is also a focal point, with a narrative that transitions from high-stress settings to the introspective world of private practice, illuminating the path to personal well-being and optimal health.Deepening the discussion, we scrutinize the complexities of relationships through the lens of gender expectations, authenticity, and societal narratives. We explore the contrasted dynamics of masculine and feminine energy, revealing how perceived traits can impact relationship satisfaction. From unraveling stories of trauma to exploring the role of humor as a coping mechanism, this episode is a heartfelt examination of the intersections between personal growth, health, and relationships, offering a roadmap for those seeking to embrace authenticity and foster deeper, more meaningful connections.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when humor becomes a healing tool? Join us as we unravel the transformative journey of Heather Gray, a functional diagnostic nutritionist and bioenergetic practitioner, whose battle with chronic illness, including Lyme disease and autoimmune disorders, is both inspiring and deeply personal. Heather's story traces her path from a trauma-filled childhood and medical gaslighting to finding resilience through comedy. Her experiences highlight the power of functional medicine and the importance of not letting chronic illness define one’s life, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of health and humor.Curious about the complexities of Lyme disease and its often-overlooked symptoms? Heather, alongside our hosts, navigates the frustrating maze of misdiagnosis and sheds light on the emotional challenges that accompany chronic health issues. From unexpected symptoms like joint pain to the societal challenges of dating with a health condition, listeners are given a candid glimpse into the broader implications of living with Lyme. The discussion also humorously rebrands the 'Karen' stereotype, adding a layer of levity to a serious topic, while emphasizing the necessity of root cause medicine and functional diagnostics.Heather doesn't stop at illness; she explores healing through somatic practices and bioenergetics, illustrating how these methods can empower individuals to overcome genetic predispositions. Delve into the significance of self-love, mindset shifts, and practical biohacking tools that Heather champions. Her insights, coupled with her comedic flair, challenge the notion of victimhood, urging listeners to embrace empowerment and personal growth. This episode is a rich blend of inspiration, practical advice, and the heartening message that healing is possible beyond chronic illness.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailZelda Menard's story is one of transformation and empowerment, shaped by her journey from being diagnosed with bipolar disorder to becoming a mental health counselor. Her candid experience with the psychiatric treatment system shines a light on the critical need for dignity and humanity in mental health care. Zelda discusses her personal journey, which includes facing the challenges of hospitalization and the impact of mental health labels. Her narrative isn't just a personal reflection; it ignites a broader conversation about systemic changes needed in mental health treatment.We also explore a deeply personal journey through mental health challenges, offering insight into the intricate balance of marriage, motherhood, and the acceptance of medication as a necessity. These stories encourage listeners to reflect on their own life experiences, drawing attention to the profound influence of early childhood patterns on adult mental health and relationships. By recognizing these patterns, individuals can take steps toward healing, underscoring the importance of self-awareness and early intervention in transforming one's mental health outlook.The episode rounds off with a critical examination of mental health labels and stigma. We question the validity of traditional diagnostic criteria and stress the importance of understanding personal triggers in context. Zelda's insights into these complex issues offer hope and encouragement for those navigating similar challenges, urging listeners to reconsider the narratives surrounding mental health. As we conclude, we invite you to share your own experiences, fostering a community of support and understanding.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailDiscover how personal health struggles led Ryan Overcash to transform the wellness landscape as the founder of Habit Method Health. Faced with baffling symptoms like tachycardia and hypothyroidism during her late teens, Ryan’s relentless pursuit for answers inspired a unique practice focused on precision wellness and functional genetics. This episode unfolds her journey of self-advocacy and the creation of a health empowerment platform, highlighting the importance of patient education and personalized care.Uncover the groundbreaking potential of genetic testing to elevate your health journey. With over half of the population carrying genetic variants that impact the methylation cycle, Ryan sheds light on how understanding these can validate symptoms frequently overlooked by practitioners. Learn from her personal experience of transitioning from synthetic to natural thyroid medication, proving that questioning traditional treatments and championing for oneself can revolutionize health outcomes and defy the permanence of certain conditions.Explore the profound ways our environment molds our health and genetic predispositions. This conversation goes beyond genetics, examining modern habits like "bed rotting" and "doom scrolling" and their impact on our well-being. With enlightening dialogue around communication with healthcare providers, we address the complexities of navigating the medical landscape. This episode is an invitation to listeners to evaluate their environments, engage proactively in their health choices, and embrace the power of informed, personalized health strategies.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhat if the narrative around antidepressants and mental health stigma has been all wrong? Join us as we, Dr. Teralyn and therapist Jen, unpack the controversial claims linking SSRIs to behaviors like school shootings, sparked by a fiery debate between Senator Tina Smith and Robert F Kennedy Jr., RFK Jr. Senator Smith opens up about her personal journey with SSRIs, shedding light on the critical role of accessible mental health care and challenging the narrative that medication alone can transform personal relationships. Together, we argue for informed, balanced conversations about mental health treatments that transcend political bias and misinformation.Imagine experiencing withdrawal symptoms so severe they mimic drug addiction—yet it’s from antidepressants. We tackle the often-overlooked complexities of psychiatric medication withdrawal, highlighting the inadequate research on tapering methods and the stark reality that many face. Our discussion questions the prevailing narrative of lifelong medication, urging a more comprehensive understanding of the benefits and risks associated with antidepressant use. Through personal stories and staggering statistics, we reveal how withdrawal can be misinterpreted as relapse, calling for transparent discourse and genuine informed consent.Can we break the cycle of mental health stigma and oversimplification in treatment approaches? We explore the weaponization of stigma, challenging assumptions about antidepressants' links to aggression or suicidality, especially during withdrawal. By encouraging broader, more nuanced conversations, we aim to dismantle simplistic narratives and highlight diverse experiences. As current political events ignite burnout, we share our commitment to fostering inclusive discussions, inviting listeners to engage with us and share their own stories. Join us on the Gaslit Truth Podcast as we strive for a world where mental health dialogues are informed, compassionate, and stigma-free.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailPsychotherapist and bestselling author Amy Morin graces the Gaslit Truth Podcast, sharing her transformative journey from a rural therapy clinic to international acclaim. Amy's fascinating transition from traditional therapy to writing and media began with the unexpected viral success of her article, which led to a book deal with HarperCollins. She opens up about her unique lifestyle podcasting from a sailboat and how living with the unpredictability of the ocean has mirrored her own life experiences and career shifts.Listeners will find inspiration in Amy's candid discussion about vulnerability, grief, and personal growth. Having faced the profound loss of her mother, husband, and father-in-law, Amy found courage in sharing her story, realizing that vulnerability can strengthen therapeutic relationships. This episode explores the delicate balance between maintaining ethical boundaries and fostering genuine connections with clients, especially in today's interconnected digital world.The conversation with Amy delves into building mental strength and resilience, emphasizing the importance of strength-based approaches over dwelling on negativity. By reflecting on Martin Seligman's work on resiliency and sharing personal anecdotes, Amy highlights small acts of kindness and positivity's ripple effects. Her adventurous life on a sailboat with her husband further exemplifies embracing life's uncertainties as opportunities for growth and resilience. Tune in for practical insights and inspiring stories that challenge listeners to recognize their own potential for resilience and mental fortitude.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailIs the esteemed combination of psychotherapy and psychiatric medication really the gold standard for mental health treatment, or have we been led astray by conventional wisdom? On today's episode of the Gaslit Truth Podcast, we challenge the mainstream belief and examine the influence of the pharmaceutical industry in shaping this narrative. As trained dialectical behavior therapists, we unravel the complexities surrounding therapeutic failures and question if it’s the medications rather than therapeutic interventions that often fall short. We take a critical look at educational materials, inviting listeners to share any textbooks that unwaveringly promote this combination.The placebo effect might just be the unsung hero in the story of antidepressants' perceived success. Join us as we dissect studies that pit antidepressants against placebos, revealing the often-overlooked power of psychotherapy as a standalone treatment, especially in severe cases of depression. We argue for the empowerment of therapists to lean into their therapeutic skills without defaulting to medication. Our conversation is particularly relevant for those in crisis, where the immediacy of medication might seem appealing but may not be the ultimate answer.As the therapy profession evolves, the tension between traditional and modern views becomes more apparent. Inspired by a young therapist's self-care controversy on TikTok, we explore how personal habits and lived experiences shape therapeutic approaches. The episode highlights the transformative power of therapy, encouraging therapists and consumers alike to share their stories. We remind listeners of the invaluable role community and support play in mental health care, inviting everyone to contribute their insights and join our ongoing conversation.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailEmilie's journey from the lush jungles of Brazil to the challenges of life in the U.S. is nothing short of inspiring. With her unique perspective as an integrative nutrition health coach, yoga teacher, and reiki practitioner, she navigates the intricate world of psychiatric medications, offering a refreshing holistic approach to mental health. Emily shares her personal story of how life's transitions and a reliance on medications like Lexapro prompted her to seek alternative healing methods. Her mission? To guide individuals in reclaiming their lives and rediscovering joy through emotional healing, nervous system regulation, and body nourishment.Listeners will embark on a heartfelt exploration of the highs and lows of managing mental health, including the rollercoaster of emotions that accompany medication withdrawal. Emily candidly discusses the importance of patience and compassion during this journey, addressing the common misconception that feeling better is immediate after reducing medication. By sharing her experiences and the complexities of attributing improvements to medication versus life circumstances, Emily illuminates the path to mental healing, highlighting the power of personal agency and the significance of finding the right support.As we explore transformation and self-discovery, we delve into the profound impact of lifestyle changes on well-being. Emilie reflects on setting personal boundaries, embracing new identities, and nurturing gut health through mindful dietary choices. By eliminating processed foods and substances like alcohol and caffeine, she uncovers a path to a more connected and authentic existence. Through this episode, we encourage listeners to reconnect with themselves, explore happiness beyond medication, and cultivate a thriving mental, physical, and spiritual life.Please visit our SPONSORS to support the show We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Cardinal Point Counseling & WellnessAt Cardinal Point, we are dedicated to guiding individuals toward their true north in health, wellneDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhat if understanding your struggles could unlock a world of empowerment and self-trust? Join us as we welcome Crystle Lampitt, a licensed psychotherapist and trauma specialist, who shares her incredible journey from Indonesia to Kansas and how her late ADHD diagnosis fueled her passion for mental health. Crystle's story is one of resilience and transformation, offering listeners a powerful narrative of overcoming adversity and finding purpose in helping others move from survival to thriving.Throughout this episode, we explore the profound connection between somatic work and mental health. With insights from experts like Peter Levine and Bessel van der Kolk, we discuss the intricate dance between the mind and body, highlighting the importance of culturally competent care and personalized health approaches. Crystle shares her personal experiences with somatic work, navigating traditional medical treatments for autoimmune conditions, and the delicate balance of listening to one's body signals to foster a healthier relationship with oneself.The conversation takes a deep dive into themes of reclaiming personal agency and understanding trauma's impact on personal and professional life. We discuss the transition from external validation to self-awareness, exploring how therapy can facilitate this shift. Embracing vulnerability and recognizing mental health challenges as signs of our humanity are key to personal growth and healing. Connect with Crystle Lampitt online to continue this journey of self-discovery and empowerment.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Cardinal Point Counseling & WellnessAt Cardinal Point, we are dedicated to guiding individuals toward their true north in health, wellneDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailDiscover the hidden connections between sudden behavioral changes in children and underlying infections as we engage with Dr. Ebony Cornish from the Amen Clinic. Have you ever wondered why a child's demeanor can shift overnight into patterns of OCD or ADHD-like symptoms? It's time to uncover the mysteries of PANS, PANDAS, and Lyme disease and how these conditions can sneak up on unsuspecting families, often escalating post-COVID. Dr. Cornish lends her expertise to illuminate these complex disorders, guiding us through the maze of misdiagnoses and the importance of early recognition.Embark on a journey through the nuanced world of autoimmune neuropsychiatric conditions, where the lines between mental health and medical science blur. How does one navigate the intricate interplay of diet, environmental toxins, and hormonal imbalances on brain health? Delve into the power of spec scans in detecting brain inflammation and explore the holistic approaches that Dr. Cornish advocates. By evaluating autoimmune links and avoiding surface-level assumptions, we lay the foundation for a more integrated understanding of childhood conditions that often persist into adulthood.The path to effective treatment is not always straightforward, especially with Lyme disease's elusive nature complicating the journey. Dr. Cornish shares her insights on balancing traditional antibiotics with alternative treatments, emphasizing the vitality of personalized care plans. Through her transition from conventional to functional medicine, Dr. Cornish reveals her holistic philosophy, underscoring the impact of lifestyle changes and the delicate harmony between modern medicine and integrative practices. Join us for an enlightening episode that promises to broaden your understanding and approach to these challenging health conditions.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Cardinal Point Counseling & WellnessAt Cardinal Point, we are dedicated to guiding individuals toward their true north in health, wellneDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailNew Year, New YOU... But Who’s REALLY In Control? Is your New Year’s resolution rooted in self-intention and agency or are you outsourcing your self-care and relying on external things to "fix" you? 🤔 It’s time to take back your power! 💥Join your Deep-Throating Informants, Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn, on The Gaslit Truth Podcast as we expose the truth about setting powerful intentions and reclaiming your agency to drive real change in your life. 🔥🎧 Tune in NOW and start owning your journey this year! 💬 Have you or someone you know faced these challenges? Share your story in the comments below and join us in raising awareness about this important issue.🚫 One key aspect we'll discuss: New Year’s Resolution marketing is rooted in pain points and without self-awareness of your own emotional limitations, you will be taken advantage of. 🚨 TRIGGER WARNING: Listen! It has been a year for Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn! We are proud of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, so it’s time to adjust our crown!  👑 In this episode, we talk about how FABULOUS your Whistle-Blowing Shrinks really are AND we offer a humble Thank You to our listeners❤️Ever felt overwhelmed by the pressure of New Year's resolutions? You're not alone. In our season finale of the Gaslit Truth Podcast, we explore the psychological undercurrents of this annual tradition. By humorously tying our discussion to Taylor Swift's iconic eras, we unpack how the term "resolution" is being reinvented into something more personal, like "intention" or "journey." We also shine a light on how businesses have cleverly turned resolutions into a marketing goldmine, tapping into post-holiday aspirations for self-improvement while often setting us up with unrealistic expectations. Join us as we navigate the slippery slope of societal pressures and show you how to set realistic, structured goals that sidestep the marketing madness.Picture this: you've set a goal, but if you're anything like the rest of us, you've likely struggled to keep that spark of motivation alive. Our conversation takes a deep dive into the mindset and preparation needed to foster lasting behavior change. We talk about the negative baggage that often comes with the idea of "lifestyle change" and propose a refreshing perspective on personal growth. Through our own stories, we examine how significant life events can fuel motivation and how self-narratives can either bolster or undermine our resolve. Tune in to uncover the secrets of aligning your goals with your self-perception and the vital role preparation plays in shaping new habits.Our final chapters take a more introspective approach, focusing on personal responsibility in wellness and the power of setting intentions with consistency. We explore the liberating journey of finding autonomy in health management, challenging the rigid plans often imposed by the fitness industry. By sharing personal experiences of stepping away from external prescriptions, we highlight the power of trusting your instincts and self-discovery. As we wrap up, gratitude fills the air for our loyal listeners, remarkable guests, and my co-host Jen, celebrating a year of achievements and setting our sights on a vibrant, community-filled future. Let's march into the new year with enthusiasm, and remember, it's all about pacing ourselves to prevent burnout while cherishing the journey.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailLicensed neuropsychotherapist and author Britt Frank joins us to turn traditional therapy concepts on their heads. Contrary to the notion that our brains are inherently flawed, Britt argues for viewing the brain as an ally in our survival journey. Her personal experiences with trauma and addiction fuel her drive to challenge outdated therapeutic models, shifting the focus from dysfunction to empowerment. Through her insights, she invites us to reimagine mental health as an ever-evolving journey rather than a destination marked by being "healed."We navigate through often tangled therapeutic dialogues, questioning the entrenched reliance on therapists and medication as signs of dysfunction. Instead, we explore the power of personal agency and therapeutic independence. The episode tackles the fear of inner work, underlining how facing our internal narrative can reveal an innate goodness, even if past choices suggest otherwise. Britt shares her innovative approaches, including workbooks inspired by her book "The Science of Stuck," encouraging listeners to actively participate in their mental health journey.Finally, we address the evolution of therapy practices, emphasizing the necessity for the field to keep up with advancements in brain science. Britt's upcoming book, "Align Your Mind," promises to delve further into harmonizing our internal dialogues. We wrap up with a call to action, inviting you to engage with us on social media and to continue this unconventional exploration of mental health. Join us for a transformative discussion that promises to reshape how you perceive your mental well-being.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailAfter enduring a difficult period of anxiety and depression following a traumatic event at the age of 15, Susie Amendola found a powerful ally in yoga, which she shares in this episode of the Gaslit Truth Podcast. Susie's journey to healing began when her mother introduced her to yoga, during a time when mental health was rarely discussed, and holistic clinics offered a beacon of hope. For over three decades, Susie has been committed to teaching the authentic essence of yoga, and she joins us to discuss the transformative power of this ancient practice, contrasting its healing potential with the often commercialized versions found in the western world.We also break down stereotypes and misconceptions about yoga, emphasizing its inclusivity and accessibility to individuals of all body types, shapes, and sizes. My own experience of becoming a certified yoga instructor during the pandemic shed light on trauma-informed yoga's focus on personal connection and self-awareness. By centering and embodying these practices, yoga emerges as a transformative tool for stress relief and healing, encouraging a culture where everyone can find a place, regardless of preconceived notions or physical abilities.Our conversation further explores the principles of trauma-sensitive yoga and the importance of creating safe spaces for healing. Susie shares insights from her work with a lifestyle program for cardiac patients inspired by Dr. Dean Ornish, showcasing the profound impact of yoga, a vegan diet, and stress management on heart disease, depression, and diabetes. We delve into practical stress management techniques, the importance of internal self-care practices, and the value of mindfulness. By embracing these practices, we learn to foster a profound sense of well-being and presence, underscoring the power of yoga in personal healing and transformation.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailDiscover the evolving landscape of mental health with us on the Gaslit Truth Podcast as we sit down with Dr. Josh Friedman, a pioneer in nutritional psychology. Dr. Josh's journey from traditional mental health treatment to embracing holistic and nutritional approaches offers profound insights into the biochemical and nutritional foundations of psychological well-being. He shares how his diverse background in psychoanalysis, yoga, and holistic health informs his unique approach, while also touching on the challenges he's faced, including an intriguing Facebook ban during the COVID-19 pandemic for discussing alternative health perspectives. In this eye-opening episode, we address a critical issue: the relentless pursuit of credentials in the mental health field, and the often-overlooked importance of hands-on work with individuals. Our discussion highlights the skepticism and eventual acceptance of innovative therapies, like amino acid therapy, and notes a shift toward integrative medicine, as evidenced by the rising number of therapists embracing more holistic views. We also delve into the stagnation within psychiatry despite the introduction of new treatments, emphasizing the need for comprehensive medical evaluations and the effectiveness of simple, foundational health practices.Finally, we share our inspiring experiences from a recent conference that connected us with influential figures like Christina Veselak and Hila Cass. These encounters reinforced the importance of following one's path and trusting in one's capabilities. We challenge the notion of "treatment resistance," suggesting that it often indicates a need for new tools. By sharing personal triumphs and the fulfillment of making a difference, we hope to inspire mental health professionals to embrace their unique approaches, fostering a supportive community for future practitioners.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when your worst memories resurface, and you must find a way to heal? Melissa Lenz, a devoted listener of the Gaslit Truth Podcast, bravely takes us through her deeply personal journey of overcoming trauma and seeking complete health. Growing up in California with a single mother facing mental health challenges, Melissa’s story unfolds through the revelations of abuse and personal upheaval that shaped her path. Her resilience and determination inspire anyone grappling with similar adversities, as she shares her empowering transformation towards awareness and healing.In our heartfelt conversation, we tackle the often-complex world of medication and mental health. From the initial reliance on antidepressants without psychiatric guidance to the challenges posed by medication safety during pregnancy, Melissa provides an unfiltered look into the emotional landscape shaped by pharmaceuticals. Her journey of self-discovery leads her to explore alternatives like hypnotherapy and lifestyle changes, breaking free from old belief systems and medication dependency. This episode offers invaluable insights into managing mental health with a holistic approach, underscoring the profound impact of diet and environment on one's well-being.The episode wraps up with a powerful message on the significance of trusting one's instincts and understanding the body's needs. Melissa shares her experience of embracing a carnivore diet, gaining a new perspective on health and wellness. As she reflects on the empowerment found in self-reliance and breaking intergenerational cycles, we express our gratitude for her contribution to the Gaslit Truth Podcast. We invite listeners to stay informed, engage actively, and join us on this journey toward health and freedom, embodying the spirit of resilience that Melissa so courageously represents.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhat if the conventional wisdom about mixing alcohol and antidepressants is all wrong? With Dr. Terrellin and therapist Jen, we challenge the status quo and shed light on the complex relationship between alcohol use and antidepressant medication. Despite the warnings, many individuals continue to drink while on SSRIs, and we ask the tough questions about why this happens. Our conversation includes personal anecdotes and professional insights that underline the disconnect between medical advice and real-world behaviors. By questioning assumptions and advocating for transparency, we aim to empower individuals navigating this tricky landscape.Throughout this episode, we explore how SSRIs might affect alcohol tolerance and the broader implications of prescribing these medications as a treatment for alcohol addiction. Dr. Terrellin shares a personal story about titrating off Lexapro and its surprising effect on alcohol tolerance, challenging the prevailing perceptions of how these substances interact. We also tackle the controversial topic of iatrogenic addiction and reevaluate what it means to be labeled with a substance use disorder. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the need for curiosity and a fresh perspective in understanding the interplay between psychiatric medications and substance use.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailCan psychiatric medications cloud our judgment and distort reality? Join Dr. Teralyn and therapist Jen on the Gaslit Truth Podcast as we challenge the conventional understanding of psychiatric drugs and their impact on mental health. By questioning the true effects of these medications, we explore the concept of anosognosia—where individuals unknowingly disregard the harmful mental consequences while overvaluing perceived benefits. With a vivid metaphor of navigating a hazard-filled hallway, we illuminate the dangers hidden behind the façade of wellness offered by these drugs. Listen in for insights that could reshape your perspective on mental health treatment, whether you're contemplating, currently taking, or questioning psychiatric medications.We venture into the realm of cognitive disruptions caused by psychiatric medications and everyday substances like caffeine and alcohol. Are these drugs really enhancing mental clarity, or are they impairing it? Dr. Tara Lynn and Jen scrutinize the idea of informed consent, debating whether people are genuinely aware of the potential cognitive detriments. Highlighting voices of those who already feel their brains are compromised, we invite listeners to ponder the paradox of accepting further impairments from medication. By drawing parallels between these treatments and common substances, we shed light on their shared effects on emotional response and self-awareness, urging a critical reassessment of their broader implications for mental health and wellbeing.Finally, we confront the potential emotional numbing and cognitive side effects of psychiatric drugs, particularly SSRIs, SNRIs, and stimulants, in therapeutic settings like EMDR. With personal anecdotes and research, we discuss "spellbinding"—a phenomenon where users may overlook significant side effects while overestimating benefits. Our conversation raises essential questions about informed consent and the risks of long-term cognitive harm, especially in children. We wrap up by examining the possibility of a "cognitive brain injury" from these medications, challenging listeners to weigh the life-altering consequences against their potential benefits. Tune in for a thought-provoking exploration of psychiatric medications and their profound impact on mental health.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailUnlock the truths behind the buzzword "narcissism" with Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn.  We tackle the misconceptions that have seeped into everyday language and relationships. Discover why not every challenging partner or boss is a textbook narcissist, and learn how to differentiate between common narcissistic traits and the diagnosable narcissistic personality disorder. We promise you'll gain insights into the real DSM-5 criteria for narcissism, helping clarify who truly fits the label and who might be unfairly judged.Our conversation takes you inside the mind of a narcissist, recounting an unforgettable prison encounter that underscores the grandiosity that these individuals often exhibit. We also disentangle narcissism from its often-confused counterpart, psychopathy, and discuss how these traits might appear in high-powered roles. By debunking social media myths, we aim to provide a more accurate picture of narcissism in various contexts, from boardrooms to personal relationships, challenging the idea that it's a male-dominated disorder.Relationships can be tricky waters to navigate, especially when childhood traumas and cultural backgrounds play significant roles in shaping behavior and personality. Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn delve into these complexities, offering a nuanced take on when to label someone a narcissist—and when to hold back. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, we explore the ethical dilemmas therapists face when diagnosing remotely, urging a more compassionate and informed approach to understanding narcissism and its effects on relationships.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailEver wondered how your diet might be influencing your mental health? Our enlightening conversation with Christina Veselak, a trailblazer in mental health nutrition and addiction recovery, promises to transform your understanding. Discover how Christina's personal journey, shaped by her encounters with chronic mental health issues and the surprising revelation of food allergies, set her on a path to explore the powerful link between nutrition and mental well-being. Her work through the Academy for Addiction and Mental Health Nutrition and her nonprofit, Eating Protein Saves Lives, offers invaluable insights into how dietary changes, particularly protein and amino acids, can significantly impact mental health and addiction recovery.Navigating the intricate biochemical landscape of our minds, Christina sheds light on how amino acids and cholesterol play crucial roles in brain health. Through engaging anecdotes and practical examples, we uncover the often-overlooked importance of maintaining balanced blood sugar levels and incorporating essential nutrients into our daily diets. Christina’s methods challenge conventional medication-focused approaches, advocating instead for a holistic understanding that integrates nutrition with mental health practices. Whether dealing with depression, anxiety, or addiction, her insights provide a refreshing perspective on enhancing emotional well-being through simple dietary adjustments.Christina's compelling evidence-based insights invite us to rethink our approach to mental health and addiction recovery. By revealing the nuanced relationship between inflammation, neurotransmitter production, and cholesterol, she challenges prevailing myths and offers a more balanced view of mental health management. Her message that "eating protein saves lives" resonates deeply, offering both practitioners and individuals a transformative pathway toward mental health through nutrition. Join us in this heartfelt acknowledgment of Christina’s impactful work, and be inspired to embrace her insights and share your own experiences.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailCurious about how diet, exercise, and mindfulness can reshape your mental health journey? Join us for a conversation with Jennifer Leupp, a trailblazer in holistic psychotherapy, who brings a refreshing take on integrating these elements into traditional therapy. Jennifer shares her personal story of becoming a vegetarian and how this decision has influenced her professional practice, offering a new perspective on treating anxiety and depression through diet and lifestyle changes. As we navigate the challenges she faced promoting holistic methods in conventional settings, you'll discover the importance of considering diet and trauma when tackling mental health issues.Explore the transformative power of lifestyle changes, from sobriety to diet modifications, and understand their profound effects on mental well-being. We recount personal experiences with raw veganism and the Body Ecology Diet, shedding light on their potential to manage conditions like autism and improve overall mental health. Jennifer's insights into the benefits of fresh fruits and vegetables, coupled with the detrimental effects of processed foods, provide a compelling narrative on the intersection of nutrition and mental health. The episode also examines how factors like mold and chemical exposure can impact mental health, sparking conversations on detox solutions and the necessity of holistic approaches.Tackling the ethical complexities therapists face, we discuss the role of psychoeducation in helping clients make informed lifestyle choices for better mental health. Jennifer's journey through various therapeutic settings reveals the often-unseen environmental influences on mental well-being, from synthetic fragrances to poor diets in rehab facilities. Her reflections on the need for therapists to embrace holistic practices despite systemic hurdles highlight the changing landscape of mental health treatment. As a therapist who also juggles a career in music, she emphasizes the geographical differences in receptivity to holistic approaches, urging a broader understanding of mental health's root causes.🍏🍇 SHOCKER: What you eat could be the key to your mental health! Holistic Therapist Jennifer Leupp has done the research—fruits and veggies can reduce depression and anxiety, while food coloring, gluten, and processed junk could be making things worse. 😳 Join your Whistle-Blowing Shrinks, Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn on The Gaslit Truth Podcast as Jennifer drops the TRUTH about how what we put in our mouths impacts our minds. 🧠💥Tune in now—link in bio! 🔗 💬 Have you or someone you know faced these challenges? Share your story in the comments below and join us in raising awareness about this important issue.🚫 One key aspect we'll discuss is how therapists chastise their peers for getting curious about the food-mood connection and incorporating it into their practices. 🚨 TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, Jennifer Leupp talks openly about her major depression and unaliving thoughts. Her truth? Nutrition, including incorporating high amounts of fruits into her diet, changed the mental health game. CLICK that LINK in the BIO to hear more! We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailMeet Breanna Kulwin, M.A.—a woman on a mission to transform how young girls see themselves. From feeling broken and defined by symptoms to embracing their wholeness and stepping into who they want to be. 💪💖Don’t miss this powerful episode of The Gaslit Truth Podcast with your Whistle-Blowing shrinks Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn. Together, we’ll break free from traditional labels and rewrite the real, authentic story of what it means to truly be yourself. 🌱✨Breanna Kulwin, a passionate mental health transformation coach for teen girls, joins us to unravel the complexities of teenage mental health on the Gaslit Truth Podcast. With a focus on empowering teen girls and young women, Breanna shares her insights into healing anxiety and depression naturally. Her personal journey into this field brings a wealth of experience as we examine the challenges of over-prescription and the need for holistic healing methods. We approach the often-overlooked cycle of labeling mental health struggles, aiming to break down stigmas and promote healthier emotional processing.We dive into the critical role parents play in teenage mental health, especially mothers who frequently lead the charge in seeking help for their children. Brianna and I explore the high rates of medication use among teens and discuss alternative healing pathways that focus on self-love and belief systems. Our conversation touches on the societal messaging that shapes young women's identities and how breaking free from these narratives can lead to personal growth and empowerment. We also highlight the importance of addressing mental health issues before they reach a crisis point, advocating for greater awareness and proactive approaches.Throughout our discussion, we stress the significance of resilience, self-confidence, and emotional intelligence in overcoming mental health challenges. The current state of mental health awareness in schools comes under scrutiny, with calls for a shift towards positivity and resilience. Brianna emphasizes the importance of teaching young girls to connect with their emotions, arguing for more emotional support in educational settings. By challenging traditional mental health systems and embracing a more holistic view, we aim to inspire change and support for those navigating the complex landscape of teenage mental health. 💬 Have you or someone you know faced these challenges? Share your story in the comments below and join us in raising awareness about this important issue.🚫 One key aspect we'll discuss is the mental harm caused to young girls when they are told they have a “chemical imbalance” by doctors. 🚨 TRIGGER WARNING:💔 Moms of struggling daughters, this episode might be tough to hear. If your young girl or teen battles low self-esteem, mental health issues, or self-harming thoughts, we know how hard it is to feel like you’ve tried everything. Know you’re not alone. 💖CLICK that LINK in the BIO to hear more! We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWelcome back to the Gaslit Truth Podcast, where we're kicking off this episode with some exciting updates! From our brand-new sticker merchandise to engaging conversations, there's a lot to buzz about. We're eager to hear your thoughts on other types of merch you'd love to see, so drop us a line on social media or via email. Join us for a laughter-filled ride through some serious topics, including the absurdities of the mental health care system, all while we promise to unravel intriguing historical phrases in the future.We have the incredible Dr. Terri joining us, offering a rare, unscripted glimpse into her relentless pursuit of greatness. Discover the untold stories behind her public persona and what drives her commitment to excellence, both in her career and personal life. Our conversation dives into themes of self-discovery and mentorship, reflecting on our 15-year relationship and her powerful impact as an advocate and role model. Dr. Terry's passion for self-improvement shines through, inspiring us to examine our own definitions of success and ambition.In this episode, I share my personal journey through EMDR therapy, battling self-doubt during my PhD, and the liberating realization of self-worth beyond accolades. We discuss the pressures of productivity and the importance of introspection when facing life's challenges. From the legacy of childhood lessons to the evolution of personal priorities, we emphasize the significance of nurturing genuine connections and embracing authenticity. We wrap up by encouraging your engagement and feedback, as your support fuels our mission to explore these "gaslit truths." Thanks for tuning in, and let's keep the conversation going!Ever feel like you’re not enough and get gaslit into thinking you need to be or do more? 😔 That’s The Gaslit Truth of Dr. Teralyn’s life. Her pursuit of “being enough” led her down a path shaped by other people’s opinions—including educational choices that weren’t truly hers. 📚Join me, your Mental Maverick Therapist Jenn, as I sit down with ONE OF THE GREATS, Dr. Teralyn, for a mind-blowing episode of The Gaslit Truth Podcast. 🎙️ Her story of breaking free from these Gaslit Truths will leave you inspired!Tune in now—link in bio! 🔗 💬 Have you or someone you know faced these challenges? Share your story in the comments below and join us in raising awareness about this important issue.🚫 One key aspect we'll discuss is the REAL REASON that Teralyn became DR. Teralyn. 🚨 TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, listeners will be privy to the real consequences of constantly pursuing greatness in life. Those consequences, for some, may be a tough pill to swallow. CLICK that LINK in the BIO to hear more! We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailCan you imagine resolving mental health issues by scanning the brain rather than solely relying on medication and guesswork? Join us as we sit down with Dr. Steven Storage from the Amen Clinics to explore his revolutionary approach to psychiatry. Dr. Storage's journey through UCLA and Stanford, coupled with his work at Amen Clinics, has led him to challenge traditional psychiatric methods. He unveils the brain-health approach, where neuroimaging and personalized care take center stage over conventional symptom-based diagnoses.Discover the fragmentation in psychiatric care and the promise of SPECT imaging in providing a more scientific and data-driven approach to mental health. Dr. Storridge shares compelling stories and case studies, including how visual evidence from brain scans can dramatically impact patient awareness and outcomes. We discuss the intricate relationship between brain chemistry and addiction, the long-term effects of psychiatric medications, and the critical need for reassessing medication dosages based on actual brain function.We also explore the profound connection between nutrition and mental health and critique the traditional Western medical model's shortcomings. Dr. Storridge advocates for a holistic, preventative approach to mental wellness that includes diet, exercise, and sleep hygiene. Tune in to learn how embracing these practices can lead to significant improvements in conditions like ADHD, anxiety, and depression, and why it's essential to step outside conventional medical paradigms for better mental health.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan Mail🔒 Prison environments are anything but healing or rehabilitative. As correctional staff, we’re trained to never trust, never share, avoid admitting fault, and hide any sign of weakness from inmates.But if building rapport and relationships is key to helping others heal, then removing that means a huge part of rehabilitation—and even therapy—is completely missing.Join your Ex-Prison Shrinks, Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn, on The Gaslit Truth Podcast as we expose the harsh realities of the prison system and the hidden, non-rehabilitative truths that civilians never hear about. 🎙️Tune in now!!!🎙️✨Ever wondered what really happens behind prison walls? Forget the glamorized TV portrayals; we’re pulling back the curtain on the stark realities faced by inmates and staff alike. In this episode, Jen opens up about her journey with the Gaslit Truth podcast, celebrating its success and the deep connection with our listeners. Your feedback drives our mission, validating our efforts to offer a supportive space for those grappling with gaslighting. We hear firsthand the impact our work has had through your powerful stories, and it fuels our commitment to continue this meaningful venture.Next, we tackle the often-hidden trauma of prison life, debunking the myths perpetuated by social media and television. Jen and I share personal experiences that highlight the severe challenges of reentry into society, from lack of support structures to the overwhelming logistics of starting over. We discuss the ethical dilemmas and necessary lifestyle changes that come with working in corrections, including the safety measures we’ve taken to protect our families. These revelations paint a vivid picture of the emotional and psychological toll that prison work imposes on everyone involved.Finally, we expose critical flaws in the addiction treatment and rehabilitation system within prisons. The conversation covers everything from problematic recidivism rates to inadequate therapeutic support, drawing striking parallels between the experiences of inmates and military personnel. The episode ends with our reflections on the unique social dynamics within prisons and our heartfelt gratitude to our listeners. We encourage everyone to stay curious and practice self-care, and we’re excited to tease some incredible upcoming guests. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe, and reach out to us at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.com. 💬 Have you or someone you know faced these challenges? Share your story in the comments below and join us in raising awareness about this important issue.🚫 One key aspect we'll discuss is that what you see in movies and even in reality TV about prisons and jails is grossly inaccurate. How do we know? Because we were there!  🚨 TRIGGER WARNING: For those of you who believe that state, federal or county employees in corrections, fire or police “have it made” - this is an episode to listen to, mindfully and without judgment. The mental and physical harm caused to individuals within these occupations is very real and traumatic for many. We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailCan psychiatric medications be doing more harm than good? Esteemed psychiatrist Dr. Yosef Witt-Dering joins us to challenge the conventional wisdom surrounding psychiatric treatments. Transitioning from traditional psychiatry to a patient-centered approach, Dr. Witt-Dering critiques the over-reliance on medications influenced by pharmaceutical marketing and insurance incentives. He presents compelling arguments on why individualized care is crucial and questions the validity of psychiatric diagnoses that lack clear pathological evidence.This episode also tackles the rising trend of self-diagnosed mental health conditions propelled by social media and societal pressures. We examine the romanticization and potential dangers of self-diagnosing disorders like bipolar, ADHD, and autism without medical oversight. Dr. Witt-Dering and I discuss the critical importance of thorough medical evaluations, especially for vulnerable groups like children and middle-aged women, and the devastating consequences of misdiagnosis and inadequate testing. We revisit historical anecdotes, such as the misleading allure of stimulants for weight loss, to underscore the risks of unregulated medication use.Further, we delve into the contentious relationship between the FDA, pharmaceutical companies, and the public's perception of drug safety. Drawing eerie parallels to the tobacco industry, Dr. Witt-Dering exposes how pharmaceutical companies downplay the risks of antidepressants despite evident links to suicidal behavior. We explore the ethical dilemmas faced by medical professionals who challenge the status quo and the societal shifts in mental health stigmatization. Finally, we highlight the emotional and psychological hurdles faced by patients tapering off long-term medications, emphasizing the need for support, self-awareness, and celebrating milestones in their journey towards independence. Join us in this riveting discussion on the future of mental health care.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailHow does social media shape our mental health and personal identities? This question underpins our latest episode, where Dr. Teralyn and therapist Jenn tackle the complexities of respectful engagement within our community. Kicking off with a thoughtful discussion about a YouTube comment that trivialized a guest's withdrawal experience, we underscore the importance of empathy and understanding in conversations about mental health. We delve into the diverse experiences of psych med withdrawal and reinforce our communal responsibility to support each other through challenging times.As we navigate the labyrinth of social media's impact, we dissect how platforms like TikTok and YouTube influence behaviors and self-identity, particularly among teens and women. Drawing from articles in Mad in America and Science Direct, we explore the concept of "social contagion" and how mental health diagnoses can become trendy identities within online groups. We reflect on how these digital spaces can both foster and distort self-perception, sharing personal anecdotes about how private diaries of the past have given way to today's very public digital expressions.Our conversation spans the romanticization of psychiatric disorders online and the pressures parents face in understanding their children's shifting identities. We discuss real-life cases, like a young girl’s self-diagnosis journey influenced by social media, and broader trends such as the glamorization of Dissociative Identity Disorder. By weaving in personal stories and expert insights, we advocate for a balanced approach that allows youth to explore their identities without premature pathologization, ensuring their online activities don't hinder their everyday lives. Listen in for a deep dive into modern self-expression in the digital age.Ever found yourself with this POV, "I've found my tribe on social media, they really get me and validate my feelings"? How far would you go to stay in that comforting space, even if it means adopting beliefs that don’t truly align with you? Social media can act as a petri dish for behavioral issues, often overshadowing genuine mental health conditions and spreading social contagion. The secret to breaking free? Embrace your individuality and don’t hesitate to step away from the crowd if you feel like you’re losing your personal sense of curiosity. Join your Whistle-Blowing Shrinks at The Gaslit Truth Podcast, where we champion one essential principle—GET CURIOUS PEOPLE! When we stop questioning and thinking for ourselves, we risk losing our individuality.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhat if the very advice you trusted from your therapist was based on misinformation? In our milestone "Dirty 30" episode of the Gaslit Truth Podcast, therapist Jen and Dr. Teralyn confront the uncomfortable realities of the lies they once believed and perpetuated in their practice. By challenging the foundational "truths" taught in their education and clinical guidelines, they aim to dismantle the harmful myths and biases that have long plagued mental health treatment.We tackle the glaring inconsistencies and misguided advice rampant in the mental health field, especially around medication and treatment protocols. From the misuse of "gold standard" treatments to the flawed concept of lifelong medication dependency, this candid conversation reveals the deeper issues within mental health care. Jen and Dr. Teralyn highlight the harsh conditions in correctional facilities and critique the oversimplification of treatment, advocating for a more holistic and humane approach that considers the whole person, not just their symptoms.Through exploring the nuances of trauma, the pitfalls of over-pathologization, and the ethical dilemmas faced by clinicians, we aim to shed light on the complex reality of mental health care. We discuss the challenges of medication consistency, the stigmatization of diagnostic labels, and the importance of a balanced perspective on nutrition and mental health. Wrapping up with a poignant discussion on forgiveness, we invite you to join this thought-provoking dialogue—and share your thoughts with us at thegaslitruthpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for being part of our journey toward a more transparent and truthful mental health dialogue!Curious if you've ever been gaslit by a mental health professional? It’s likely you have, and you're not alone. It's time to uncover the truth.Welcome to the “Dirty 30” — a candid reveal of the 30 biggest lies and manipulations that your Deep-Throating Informants Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn have encountered and, yes, perpetuated in their careers. 😳To mark the milestone of our 30th episode on The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we’re exposing the dark side of conventional Western psychology. Tune in as we share our personal stories, confront the harm these practices have caused, and make a vow to break free from the cycle of gaslighting.Tune in now!!!🎙️✨ 💬 Have you or someone you know faced these challenges? Share your story in the comments below and join us in raising awareness about this important issue.🚫 One key aspect we'll discuss is the manipulative verbal tactics utilized to gain compliance from patients keeping them away from individual empowerment and reliant on the intervention and the therapist. 🚨 TRIGGER WARNING: Dr. Terlyn and Therapist Jenn ARE CHALLENGING the “Gold Standard” of Mental Helathcare. In this episode, your hosts openly discuss the notion that “evidence-based” treatment can be a fallacy and that the “guarantee on the box” of evidence-based treatment does, indeed, lie.Now CLICK that LINK in the BIO to hear more people! #MentalHealth #Therapy #WesternPsychology #whistleblowingshrinks #RawHonesty #drteralyn #therapistjenn #CriticalThinking #Transparency #mentalmavericks #NonTraditionalTherapy #AlternativeHealing We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailUnlock the transformative power of holistic mental health as we sit down with Kelly Foulkrod, a licensed holistic psychotherapist from Austin, Texas. Kelly takes us through her innovative therapeutic approach that marries internal family systems, somatic experiencing, and psychodynamic methods with the healing essence of nature and organic farming. Discover her trailblazing project to develop an intensive outpatient program on a farm, designed to reconnect individuals with the earth as a path to mental well-being.Peek behind the curtain of the pharmaceutical industry with us as Kelly exposes the unsettling practices that often remain hidden from the public eye. Through gripping personal anecdotes and professional insights, we reveal how ethical compromises in pharmaceutical research can impact mental health treatment. The discussion sheds light on the long-term consequences of dependency-inducing medications and underscores the urgency of seeking transparent, alternative healing practices.Venture into the historical context and current challenges of psychiatry, particularly its roots in America and the pervasive influence of mainstream medicine on perinatal mental health. Kelly’s personal journey, from battling medical misinformation to advocating for holistic care, serves as an inspiring narrative on the importance of a mother’s intuition and the need for support groups among therapists. Engage with a wealth of actionable insights and heartfelt stories that promise to enrich your understanding of mental health care.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailCan a single panic attack change the course of your life? Join us as we unravel the powerful narrative of That Functional Nurse, a 29-year-old ICU nurse whose journey with Lexapro began after an overwhelming panic attack. She faced unimaginable stress after her brother's sudden death and starting a high-pressure job. Despite initial relief from the medication, her story takes a dramatic turn when she decides to taper off after seven years, revealing the profound physical and emotional challenges of withdrawal. We unpack her ordeal and provide invaluable insights for those on similar paths.This episode goes beyond a single story to explore the broader landscape of mental health, especially among young professionals navigating high-stress environments. We discuss how age and life stages influence one’s self-awareness and response to psychiatric medication. Despite immense grief and pressure, our guest finds a transformative path of self-discovery and healing. Her experience serves as a powerful reminder that even in the darkest times, there is a silver lining if you're willing to look for it.From misdiagnosis to the misleading nature of "low dose" medication, we dive into the complexities of psychiatric care. That Functional Nurse shares her personal tale of being misled by self-diagnosis and the medical system, and how it nearly derailed her life. We also tackle the societal stigma and personal challenges of making significant lifestyle changes to enhance mental health, including the backlash she faced. This episode is a candid discussion on the importance of informed consent, personal responsibility, and a balanced approach to mental health treatment. Tune in for a compelling conversation that challenges conventional wisdom and offers a fresh perspective on psychiatric medication and holistic healing.💊 From One Panic Attack to Seven Years on Lex@pr0It all began with a single panic attack, leading to seven years on the SSRI Lex@pr0. Instead of addressing the root cause—the intense pressure of being a new nurse thrown into high-acuity situations—That Functional Nurse felt she had only two choices: take the SSRI or risk another panic attack while caring for her patients.🚨 Join your Whistle-Blowing Shrinks, Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn, on The Gaslit Truth Podcast as we dive deep with That Functional Nurse into the story of seven years of psychiatric harm and a lifetime of neurochemical changes, all sparked by one panic attack.🧠 This is a must-listen for anyone navigating the complexities of psychiatric medication. 💬 Have you or someone you know faced these challenges? Share your story in the comments below and join us in raising awareness about this important issue.🚫 One key aspect we'll discuss is having to change your entire lifestyle to support yourself due to the impacts of withdrawal when going through a medication taper.🚨 TRIGGER WARNING: If you believe that it’s not possible to experience severe cystic acne, periorbital dermatitis, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, and a myriad of other medical symptoms from the SSRI Lex@pr0- then find yourself another podcast because this shit is real and That Functional Nurse is living proof of it.  We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailCan proper nutrition revolutionize addiction treatment? Discover the hidden nutrient deficiencies that could be the missing link in effective recovery, especially for women who consume alcohol. We delve deep into the neurochemical roots of addiction, examining how nutrient imbalances, particularly involving folic acid, can exacerbate both physical and mental health issues. Learn why addressing these deficiencies is essential for treating the chemical imbalances at the heart of addiction.Uncover the groundbreaking approaches in addiction recovery that prioritize brain health, featuring a transformative program from Stewart, Florida. We explore the benefits of amino acid therapy, holistic practices, and nutrition-focused strategies like IV therapy and individualized supplement plans. Hear about practical skills for long-term success, such as preparing nutrient-dense smoothies, and why focusing on nutrition might offer more effective outcomes than conventional cognitive behavioral therapy. Discover the crucial role of detoxification in overcoming brain fog and cognitive impairment during withdrawal.Explore the expansive impact of psychiatric medications and substances on neurotransmitter pathways and how they disrupt overall neurochemical balance. We share personal stories of addiction to prescription medications, highlighting the potential of nutrient-based interventions to alleviate suffering and improve recovery outcomes. We also address the cost and sustainability concerns of integrating brain health and nutrition-based programs into recovery centers nationwide. Despite technical difficulties, our passion for educating on brain health in addiction treatment shines through. Thank you for joining us on this enlightening journey; stay connected with us on all major podcast platforms and social media, and feel free to reach out with your thoughts and questions. Traditional addiction treatment often focuses on cognitive, psychiatric, and behavioral interventions. While these approaches are valuable, expecting a nutrient-depleted brain—already struggling with mental fog and neurological issues—to fully absorb and benefit from these methods seems unrealistic. 🌫️ Instead, what should come first? Replenishing the brain and body with essential nutrients for mental clarity and overall well-being! 🌟Join Brain Health Experts Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn on The Gaslit Truth Podcast as we set aside traditional treatment methods and delve into the neurochemical foundations of addiction treatment. Discover why prioritizing nutrient restoration might be the key to a more effective recovery. 🧠💡 Don't miss this eye-opening episode!  💬 Have you or someone you know faced these challenges? Share your story in the comments below and join us in raising awareness about this important issue.🚫 One key aspect we'll discuss is that psychological, physical and chemical dependence from addiction can ALL be explained from a neurochemical standpoint. 🚨 TRIGGER WARNING: If addiction has been a part of your life in some way - please note that the ideas presented here are likely different than what you have previously learned. This episode requires that you allow yourself to be curious about the neurochemical basis of addiction and the idea that the addiction brain is nutrient-depleted.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailCan a non-traditional path to alcohol recovery be more effective than established methods? Join us on the Gaslit Truth Podcast as Jen and Dr. Teralyn break the ice with a lively chat about their quirky outfits and playful brand endorsement dreams leading to a heartwarming discussion about her husband's unconventional recovery journey. This episode sets out to challenge deeply ingrained beliefs about addiction and recovery, showing how personal experiences can influence professional insights.As we shift gears, we tackle the emotional and intricate topic of addiction from both personal and professional angles. We highlight the shortcomings of traditional treatment programs and stress the importance of being open to alternative perspectives. By sharing our stories and expertise, we aim to call attention to the need for better, more effective solutions that go beyond just completing a program. We also critique the damaging stigma that paints addiction as an unchangeable life sentence, advocating for a more compassionate and understanding approach.Finally, we dissect the criteria for alcohol use disorders and make thought-provoking comparisons with the use of prescription medications like Lexapro and Zoloft. We shed light on the often-overlooked patterns of misuse and the societal pressures to "white knuckle" through withdrawal. This episode is a call to rethink how addiction is perceived and treated, emphasizing the need for a broader, less judgmental perspective. Make sure to stay tuned for part two, where we'll dive even deeper into these critical discussions and uncover the missing pieces in the narrative around addiction and recovery.🚨 Take it from two Whistle-Blowing Shrinks: The phrase "once an addict, always an addict" is manipulative and hinders true healing. Traditional addiction treatment often relies heavily on cognitive and psychiatric interventions, shaming practices, and labels that stick for life, missing out on functional and integrative medicine approaches. 🌱 Join Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn on The Gaslit Truth Podcast as we challenge conventional views and explore the truth about addiction as a neurochemical process that requires a different kind of treatment.  💬 Have you or someone you know faced these challenges? Share your story in the comments below and join us in raising awareness about this important issue.🚫 One key aspect we'll discuss is the actual diagnostic criteria for substance use disorders and why hinging a diagnosis on only these criteria can be harmful. 🚨 TRIGGER WARNING: If addiction has been a part of your life in some way - please note that the ideas presented here are likely different than what you have previously learned. This episode requires that you allow yourself to be curious about the neurochemical basis of addiction - and no we are not just talking about dopamine! We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailDid you know that psychiatry is based on the debunked chemical imbalance theory? Despite this, many prescribers still push psychiatric medication as the first line of treatment. 🌐 Try this idea on for size:  mental health disorders can be more effectively treated with holistic and integrative methods like nutrition, supplements, addressing vitamin deficiencies,  lifestyle coaching, trauma healing and adaptogenic herbs? 🌿Are psychiatric medications doing more harm than good? Dr. Kendra Campbell, a trailblazing holistic psychiatrist, shares her radical transformation from a conventional psychiatrist to a leading advocate for alternative mental health approaches on this episode of the Gaslit Truth Podcast. You’ll hear about her experiences on TikTok, where she creatively engages with critics, turning online hostility into meaningful dialogues that promote healing and understanding. Dr. Campbell’s journey emphasizes the crucial need to validate diverse mental health experiences and showcases the profound impact of empathy.Dr. Campbell recounts her evolving perspective on psychiatric practices, rooted in her firsthand experiences as a psychiatric technician and emergency room doctor. She observed the limitations and potential harms of conventional treatments, which led her to challenge the status quo and eventually found Free Range Psychiatry. This chapter of her life underscores the importance of empowering patients to make informed choices about their mental health, particularly when it comes to the controversial topic of psychiatric medication dependence and the often-misunderstood distinction between addiction and dependence.Get ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about mental health treatments. We delve into the complexities of deprescribing medication, the role of lifestyle changes like diet and exercise, and the critical need for informed consent in psychiatric care. Dr. Campbell also addresses the evolving societal attitudes towards neurodivergence and dismantles the outdated chemical imbalance theory. Tune in to discover how a holistic and trauma-informed approach can transform mental health care, empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools they need for true healing.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailDr. Leslie Korn takes us on an unforgettable journey from the heart of Boston during the Vietnam War to the lush jungles of Mexico, where she discovered the profound healing powers of traditional medicine. Her unique blend of meditation, yoga, and lessons from local healers shapes her pioneering approach to mental health and wellness. This episode of the Gaslit Truth Podcast offers a deep dive into Dr. Korn's groundbreaking work, revealing how integrative medicine can transform modern mental health care.Our conversation doesn't shy away from the harsh realities of mental health treatment in marginalized communities. We tackle the systemic racial injustices within the prison system, focusing on the overmedication and misdiagnosis of Black inmates and the specific challenges faced by middle-aged women. Dr. Korn and I dissect the broader implications of misdiagnosing mental health conditions and stress the necessity of adopting a trauma-informed, holistic approach to treatment. This eye-opening discussion is crucial for understanding the complexities of mental health care and the urgent need for systemic change.Nutrition's impact on mental health and the contentious role of therapists as frontline educators is another hot topic we cover. Dr. Korn argues for integrating nutritional knowledge into therapy, emphasizing that therapists are ideally positioned to educate clients about their overall health. We also discuss the critical issues surrounding psychiatric medications, exploring the myths about SSRIs and the significant side effects many patients experience. This episode advocates for a more holistic, informed approach to mental health care, empowering both therapists and clients on their journey toward a healthier, more authentic life.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhen therapist Jenn began her psychiatric medication journey at 18, she never imagined the complexity and challenges she would face years later while attempting to taper off. Join us on the Gaslit Truth Podcast as we explore her courageous story, from initial diagnosis and medication prescriptions to the intricate process of gradually reducing her dosage. Jen, a dedicated therapist and marathon runner, reveals the often-overlooked aspects of psychiatric care, emphasizing the importance of holistic approaches that consider factors like diet, exercise, and overall well-being.You'll hear firsthand about the emotional and psychological upheaval of reconnecting with raw emotions after years of medication. Jen's candid recount of her struggles with grief, loss, and joy underscores the necessity of experiencing life's emotional spectrum to fully engage with the human experience. Her journey of tapering off, fraught with severe irritability, memory issues, and debilitating symptoms, reflects the profound impact of medication on one’s mental and physical health.This episode offers deep insights into the complexities of psychiatric medication withdrawal, advocating for a personalized, patient-centric approach. Jen’s story serves as a critical reminder of the importance of advocacy and support within the medical system, especially when it comes to managing and withdrawing from psychiatric medications. Listen in to understand the long-term implications and the necessity of informed, cautious tapering processes to safeguard mental and physical well-being.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailCurious about the silent battle first responders face every day? Our latest episode features AK Dozanti, a first responder wellness coach who shares her gripping journey through burnout, depression, and PTSD, and her eventual rise as a beacon of hope for others in the field. AK’s transformative story—from her early years in law enforcement at 19 to establishing Lifesaver Wellness—reveals the raw realities and urgent need to prioritize mental health over the grueling demands of the job.We tackle some tough topics, including the stigma surrounding mental wellness in male-dominated environments and the grueling 12 stages of burnout. AK, alongside our hosts, sheds light on the nuanced struggles of compassion fatigue, brain fog, and the critical importance of understanding neurobiology for effective stress management. By sharing personal anecdotes and insights, we emphasize the necessity of education and support in high-stress professions to prevent generational trauma and promote mental well-being among first responders.The episode also redefines resilience, moving beyond the notion of merely pushing through adversity. Discover practical tools like breath work and grounding techniques that can foster genuine resilience and self-awareness. From the emotional challenges of maintaining professional stoicism to the complexities of effective communication under extreme stress, we cover it all. Join us for a compelling conversation designed to inspire and equip first responders with the knowledge and tools to navigate their high-stress roles more effectively and sustainably.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailHow far would you go to understand the true impact of psychiatric medication on a loved one's life? On this heart-wrenching episode of the Gaslit Truth Podcast, we share the poignant story of Joey Marino, an actor cherished for his role on the TV show ER. Carley, Joey's close friend and advocate, joins us to recount Joey's arduous journey through anxiety, the aftermath of his father’s sudden death, and the perilous path of overmedication that worsened his condition. We uncover the eerie similarities between Joey's fate and that of basketball legend Pistol Pete Maravich, adding a haunting layer to this narrative.Imagine facing severe neurological disorders and not knowing whom to trust. We walk you through Joey's trials with dystonia, akathisia, and tardive dyskinesia, highlighting his struggle to place his faith in healthcare providers. Through Joey’s story, we emphasize the importance of looking beyond visible symptoms to truly understand the person behind the suffering, challenging societal stigmas along the way.Consent isn't just a formality—it's a lifeline. Carly spotlights the grave oversight in psychiatric care where patients are often advised against understanding their medication side effects. We delve into the ethical quandaries of withholding vital information, underscoring the significance of being well-informed advocates for our mental health. Join us as we navigate the emotional and psychological toll on both patients and their caregivers, advocating for a compassionate, transparent approach to mental health care that honors Joey's legacy.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when the medication meant to help you spirals into a nightmare? Today, we share the courageous journey of Renee Schulz-Jacobson, who faced unimaginable challenges after ceasing Klonopin, a drug she was prescribed for seven years. Her story brings to light the invisible yet devastating symptoms of psychiatric withdrawal, from neuropathy to seizures, and underscores the importance of informed consent. Renee's road to recovery led her to explore art as therapy and become a certified peer recovery advocate, educating others on the perilous side effects of psychiatric drugs.We then turn the clock back to the 1980s, a time when trauma was misunderstood and often dismissed. Renee shares the heartbreaking story of growing up in a religious Jewish family and the life-altering impact of being raped at summer camp in 1985. This poignant discussion illuminates the medical and emotional aftermath she faced, including pregnancy and AIDS testing, and the stark lack of psychological support available at the time. Renee's narrative is a powerful reminder of how societal expectations and inadequate trauma treatment have long-lasting effects on mental health and well-being.Finally, we delve into the broader implications of early childhood sexual trauma. Renee opens up about the anxiety, depression, and avoidance behaviors that shaped her life choices, including academic overachievement as a coping mechanism and the complexities of relationships deeply affected by unresolved trauma. Her transformative journey through holistic health practices and artistic discovery provides a beacon of hope. Through her newfound talent in painting, Renee now raises awareness about the harms of psychiatric medication and inspires others to turn life's challenges into opportunities for healing and growth. Join us on the Gaslit Truth Podcast for an episode that promises to enlighten and empower.In this compelling episode of the Gaslit Truth Podcast, listeners are taken on a profound journey of pain, resilience, and artistic awakening with Renee Schultz-Jacobson. Titled "From Klonopin Nightmare to Artistic Awakening!," the episode delves into the harrowing experience of psychiatric withdrawal, early childhood trauma, and the transformative power of creativity.The episode opens with a stark revelation: the very medication prescribed to Renee to alleviate her anxiety led her into a living nightmare. Klonopin, a drug she was on for seven years, turned her life upside down when she ceased its use. Renee's experience underscores the often invisible and devastating symptoms of psychiatric withdrawal, including neuropathy, seizures, and cognitive challenges. This chapter is a powerful reminder of the importance of informed consent before starting any psychiatric medication.Listeners are transported back to the 1980s, a time when trauma was largely misunderstood and dismissed. Renee shares the deeply personal and heartbreaking story of being raped at a summer camp in 1985. The medical and emotional aftermath of this assault, coupled with the societal expectations and lack of psychological support, paints a vivid picture of the long-lasting impact of trauma. This segment sheds light on the inadequate trauma treatment available during that era and its lasting effects on mental health.The discussion then shifts to the broader implications of early childhood sexual trauma. Renee opens up about how her experiences shaped her life choices, leading to anxiety, depression, and avoidance behaviors. Her narrative highlights the coping mechanisms she adopted, such as academic overachievement, and the complexities of relationships affected by unresolved trauma. This chapter emphasizes the importance of addressing and healing from trauma to prevent its pervasive influence on one's life.The conversation takes a turn towards hope and recovery as Renee shares her transformative journey through holistic health practices&We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan Mail🎙️🆕 The Face of MALpractice: From Amateur Athlete to Benzo & Psych Rx Injury Survivor. The Malissa Pistillo StoryHave you ever suffered a medical condition only to find that psychiatric interventions are being offered as the fix?💥 From a structural brain injury to a synthetic brain injury, leaving her 98% disabled and fighting for her life - that’s the Malissa Pistillo story. Once an amateur boxer embodying peak physical and mental health, now a victim of polypharmacy-induced disability. Who is Malissa Pistillo now? A symbol of resilience and strength in the fight against psych med and Benzo injuries! 💪A woman whose voice will never be hushed and a symbol of reverence that will forever remain in the minds of those who caused her harm.Join your Whistle-Blowing shrinks at The Gaslit Truth Podcast as we humbly offer the mike to Malissa and allow her TRUTH to be told. Doctors overlooked her pleas, and ignorance overshadowed real discussions on informed consent. It's time to hear her powerful story. 🌟Discover the gripping story of Malissa Pistillo, a passionate benzo and psych drug awareness advocate, who visits the Gaslit Truth Podcast to share her life-altering journey with psychiatric medications. As an accomplished amateur Muay Thai boxer, Malissa had no prior mental health issues until a traumatic brain injury in 2018 led her to an unexpected and perilous encounter with SSRIs and SNRIs and then Benzodiazepines prescribed by her doctors. Despite her athletic background and high serotonin levels, the lack of proper medical guidance plunged her into a struggle for recovery that she candidly recounts in this powerful episode.We pull back the curtain on the alarming ease of obtaining psychiatric medications online, revealing the troubling absence of proper oversight and patient safety. Through personal stories and expert insights, we expose the hazards of both online and in-person mental health care systems. From initial prescriptions to the arduous process of discontinuation, we emphasize the essential need for thorough medical evaluations and guidance. Malissa’s courageous disclosure of her experiences sheds light on the emotional and physical toll of psychiatric drugs, serving as a crucial reminder of the importance of self-education and advocacy.Malissa shares startling video evidence from her TikTok, vividly contrasting her life before and after these medications, showing the extensive impact on her daily functioning and quality of life. Her encounter with her doctor, detailed in the episode, underscores the critical necessity of respecting personal experiences with medication. Join us for an eye-opening discussion that challenges the status quo, and follow Malissa’s continuing journey on TikTok at "the face of Mal." Plus, we invite listeners to share their experiences with us at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.com. This episode is not just a story; it's a call to action for a more informed and holistic approach to mental health care.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan Mail🎙️🆕 The Exploitation of Therapists & Clients: Big Tech Mental Health Platforms Ca$h in Ever noticed how celebrities such as our mystery guest start endorsing new ”products” just when mental health awareness month comes around? 😔 It's one thing to exploit our insecurities, but preying on our mental health is a whole new level. And Big Tech? They’re leading the charge. 🚨🧠These giants care little about the quality of mental health services you receive. They don't bother to vet or honestly represent the clinicians they hire. It’s all about the benjamins$$$. 💸Can questioning the automatic prescription of psychiatric medications change your life? Hear a heartfelt story from one of our listeners who did just that and found empowerment in exploring alternative ways to handle major life events. This episode kicks off with Jen sharing an inspiring encounter that reaffirms the importance of curiosity and self-advocacy in personal health decisions. We stand with anyone facing similar challenges and encourage you to reach out and explore all your healthcare options.Do big tech companies genuinely care about your mental health? We stir the pot with a heated discussion on the ethics of big tech's involvement in the mental health industry, sparked by Tom Brady's role as a spokesperson for BetterHelp. We scrutinize the superficial vetting processes of large platforms and the commodification of mental health services, contrasting them with more personalized telehealth practices. Listen to our personal experiences and concerns about profit-driven motives overshadowing genuine care for both therapists and clients.Is online therapy compromising the integrity of mental health care? Discover the complexities and ethical concerns surrounding online therapy platforms like BetterHelp. We delve into the unrealistic expectations placed on clinicians, the undervaluation of mental health care, and the financial struggles faced by therapists. We question the ethics of high-profile advertising and emphasize the importance of seeking help from licensed professionals. Join us as we wrap up the conversation, highlighting the need for fair compensation for therapists and the challenges of sustaining a modest wage in this field. Engage with us on social media and stay tuned for insights from our top-tier celebrity guest.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan Mail✨ Do you ever look in the mirror and feel unhappy with the image staring back at you? Do you compare your beauty to others and wonder if fad diets, excessive exercise and weight loss drugs are the solution?  STOP! ✋Your Mental Mavericks at The Gaslit Truth Podcast have created an episode that unveils the hard truths about diet culture, beauty standards, and the weight loss drug GLP1. 💥🧠Tune in as Dr. Teralyn, Therapist Jenn and BODY AUTHORITY Victoria Kleinsman empower you with the knowledge to break free from these harmful solutions. 💪✨ 💬 Have you or someone you know faced these challenges? Share your story in the comments below and join us in raising awareness about this important issue.🚫 One key aspect we'll discuss is the weight loss drug GLP1 and the statistics on side effects that are harmful to mental and physical health.🚨 TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, Dr. Teralyn shares openly her battle with weight and worth which led to her use of GLP1’s. TMI is on the table as Dr. Teralyn shares the violent physical reactions and changes in medical health as a result of GLP1 use. What if the quest for the perfect body is costing you more than just time and money? In this eye-opening episode of the Gaslit Truth Podcast, Therapist Jen and Dr. Teralyn welcome special guest Victoria Kleinsman, who shares her powerful story of overcoming eating disorders and moving towards a life of self-love and food freedom. With her Real Recovery Roadmap, Victoria offers hope and actionable advice for anyone struggling with body image issues. We examine the pressures exerted by societal norms and the damaging message that thinness equals worthiness, all while sharing personal stories that underscore the emotional toll of this obsession.As we navigate the minefield of diet and beauty culture, the conversation veers into the world of TikTok influencers and the ethical quagmire of promoting weight loss products. Are these influencers just the latest incarnation of a long history of profit-driven diet culture, or is there something uniquely insidious about today's landscape? The discussion gets candid about how these ideals have affected our lives since childhood, even pointing fingers at cultural behemoths like Disney. From sacrificing essential pleasures to questioning our self-worth, the dialogue is both relatable and deeply unsettling.Finally, we shed light on the often under-reported side effects of GLP-1 medications used for weight loss, including severe gastrointestinal issues and the risk of triggering eating disorders. Is the promise of weight loss worth the physical and emotional costs? We tackle this question head-on, emphasizing the need for informed consent and caution. The astronomical financial burden of these treatments, especially when prescribed to children, is scrutinized alongside the broader cultural issue of associating pleasure with guilt. Join us for a heartfelt conversation that aims to empower and uncover the often gaslit truths about our quest for the perfect body.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan Mail🚨 Calling all sugar lovers! 🚨Pause your Starbucks run and take a break from that box of Honey Smacks cereal. 🥣 Did you know that innocent-looking sugar could be wreaking havoc on your brain chemistry? It's true! From inflammation to anxiety and depression, sugar's influence runs deeper than you might think. 😱Join us, your Mental Mavericks Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn, on The Gaslit Truth Podcast as we unravel the frightening realities of sugar's impact on your brain and mental well-being. 🧠 Don't miss out on this eye-opening discussion! 💬 Have you or someone you know faced these challenges? Share your story in the comments below and join us in raising awareness about this important issue.🚫 One key aspect we'll discuss is the negative impacts that sugar consumption has on the brains of individuals diagnosed with ADHD.🚨 TRIGGER WARNING: This episode talks about how various outfits such as the FDA benefit from identifying higher levels of suggested daily sugar intake and that BIG FOOD profits from this.Ever felt like your sugar cravings were controlling you, rather than the other way around? I certainly have, and let me tell you, it was a wake-up call. Join Dr. Tara Lynn and Therapist Jen on the Gaslit Truth Podcast as we unravel the complex relationship between sugar consumption and mental health. We're not sugarcoating the truth here; instead, we're facing the stormy weather of technical glitches to bring you a candid conversation on how those sweet treats might be affecting your mood, focus, and even your sleep.Facing a bowl of cereal or a can of soda, did you ever stop to think they could be contributing to mood swings or brain fog? As your hosts, we share personal battles with sugar detox and reveal the hidden sugars lurking in everyday foods. You'll be surprised where the sweet stuff hides, and we're pulling back the curtain on the food industry's influence on our dietary choices. Therapist Jen shares insights on the impact of sugar on our brains, drawing parallels between sugar addiction and substance abuse, and how it’s not just our waistlines that are at risk.But don't despair, we're not all about doom and gloom. We offer hopeful strategies and simple dietary tweaks that can enhance your mental acuity and overall well-being. You'll hear inspiring stories, such as a school district that improved students' alertness by reducing sugar in menus, and learn why protein-rich snacks could be your new best friends. So, tune in, and let's explore how the sweet life might not be so sweet for our mental landscapes.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailPlease welcome Brooke Siem to our show! Brooke Siem (@brookesiem) is both a chef to professional athletes and the surprising face of psychiatric drug withdrawal awareness and advocacy. Her book, MAY CAUSE SIDE EFFECTS won the 2023 BIBA Prize for memoir and was named as one of Good Morning America's most anticipated reads. Her work on antidepressant withdrawal has also appeared in The Washington Post, New York Post, Psychology Today, and more. She is a Food Network "Chopped" Champion, founder of the newsletter Happiness Is A Skill, and creator of the Fuckit Bucket™. Navigating the treacherous waters of mental health treatment and antidepressant withdrawal requires courage and insight—a journey all three of us have personally trekked for over two decades. As we wade through the realities and controversies surrounding long-term SSRI use, we engage in a raw discussion that spans from the trials of book promotion fatigue to the extraordinary responsibility of advocating for mental health without overmedication. Our conversation sails towards the humorous shores of Bob Ross, using his calming painting sessions to illustrate the nuanced art of balancing creative output with meaningful dialogue.The heart of our discussion beats with the pulse of challenging established norms, as we contemplate the ethical dilemmas of prescribing medications, especially to children. We share stories of the emotional upheaval akin to a 'second puberty,' faced when stepping away from years of medication dependency. Our discourse leads us to examine the societal pressure to endure side effects for promised future gains, questioning the practice within the context of informed consent. This episode isn't just about my own experiences; it's an open forum inviting others, into the fold to discuss and debate the complexities of mental health care, including proposals of over-the-counter antidepressants.This episode paints a portrait of self-discovery and personal growth, exploring the profound impact that medications can have on our emotional development. We dissect the potential for drugs to hinder our journey towards self-actualization, with a focus on how this can affect personal growth and understanding of social cues. Recognizing the weight of these issues, we extend a heartfelt invitation for our guests to return, ensuring that this conversation is not a monologue but a chorus of voices striving for a greater understanding of mental health care. Tune in for a riveting exploration of these topics and join us in fostering a community where personal agency in mental health is not just encouraged but celebrated.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan Mail🎙️🆕 Whisper of Shame: A Journey of Bravery, Burnout and Breaking free with Annalie Howling Seeking liberation from feelings of inadequacy, unworthiness, and self-doubt? 🌟Don't navigate the maze of commercialized solutions alone—find your path to HEALING TRUTH with Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn on The Gaslit Truth Podcast. It's time to break free from the constraints of self-imposed limitations! 🎙️ Join us as we sit down with the Unapologetic Annalie Howling to delve into transformative insights. Together, we'll drown out the whispers of shame and amplify a symphony of empowerment! 🔥Ready to embark on your journey towards self-acceptance and empowerment? Tune in now! 🎧When life presents us with a fork in the road, it often takes a catalyst for transformation to courageously embark on the unknown path. Annalie Howling, our guest this week, is the epitome of such bravery. Her personal evolution from a tumultuous upbringing to navigating the pressures of a corporate career, and ultimately facing a life-altering burnout, offers a raw and compelling narrative that redefines success. Her insights extend a lifeline to anyone standing at their own crossroad, contemplating the tough decisions that lead to true fulfillment.As we peel back the layers of Annalie's story, the complexities of the human experience become strikingly evident. Together, we explore the intricate web of relationships that evolve or dissolve during significant life transitions, the internal battles waged between shame and identity, and the valiant pursuit of personal happiness against societal tides. This conversation, rich with vulnerability and authenticity, acts as a beacon for those navigating their way through the murky waters of change, searching for the shores of self-discovery and liberation.Yet, healing is not a journey walked alone, and as Annalie imparts her wisdom on the challenges of accessing quality mental healthcare, we are reminded of the collective effort required to support those in need. This episode not only ignites the flame of personal reclamation but also casts a spotlight on the societal structures that can both hinder and help us along our way. Prepare to awaken the dormant dragon within you, as Annalee Howling's journey through the fire teaches us to breathe our own flames of transformation.💬 Have you or someone you know faced these challenges? Share your story in the comments below and join us in raising awareness about this important issue.🚫 One key aspect we'll discuss is that we are left to our own devices to treat pain points in an overly commercialized space leading people to big box band aid resources that are not healthy. 🚨 TRIGGER WARNING: Three empowered women are speaking very candidly and honestly about shame and the harm that it has caused. The reality of abuse, trauma and shame bonds are all openly discussed.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan Mail🎙️🆕 DSM-V BURN BABY BURN, WHEN THERAPISTS QUESTION THE RULE BOOK DROPS TODAY!Do you feel lost in a maze of conflicting diagnoses? It’s as if each time you see a provider, you are given another label and you wonder “How is this possible? I am still the same person - right?” 🌀 Struggling under the weight of labels that don't quite match your experience is the reality for many leading patients to more confusion than clarity.Have you ever found yourself questioning the rulebook? That's exactly what Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn did in our latest conversation where we lit a literal match to the DSM-5. It wasn't just a rebellious act; it was the beginning of a deep dive into how mental health diagnoses need a serious overhaul. We share stories from the trenches—both the humorous and the harrowing—about the realities of diagnosing without the necessary tools that should be provided in our training, and why that's sending the wrong message to the next generation of therapists.The conversation took an earnest turn as we uncovered the often hidden world of on-the-job learning that therapists undergo. From our early days in correctional facilities to our transitions into private practice, we've seen firsthand how varying environments can reshape our understanding of mental health issues. But it's not just about where we work; it's also about the challenging predicacies within the field itself. We opened up about the struggles we face, from the daunting task of assessing inmates swiftly, to the dilemmas of overdiagnosis and the murky waters of diagnostic criteria expansion.Wrapping things up, we didn't shy away from confronting the controversies that keep us up at night. The late diagnosis of ADHD, the over-reliance on symptom checklists, and the pharmaceutical industry's impact on the tools we use—it's all up for scrutiny. We took a step back to observe the changing tides of mental health trends, from the rise of TikTok self-diagnoses to society's shifting focus. With a call to remain curious and critical, Dr. Teralyn, Therapist Jen, and I invite our listeners to stay engaged in the conversation about how we can all better navigate the complex landscape of mental health and wellness.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan Mail🧠 Dive into the truth about brain health! FACT: What you consume and apply to your body impacts the aging process of your brain. TRUTH: Post-menopause, women are at a heightened risk of Alzheimer's due to hormone shifts. 🌸 Join Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn on The Gaslit Truth Podcast for an eye-opening conversation with Dr. Josh Helman. Discover how prioritizing bioidentical hormones, alongside nutrition, exercise, sleep, and mindfulness, can be powerful tools in preventing and even reversing Alzheimer's. Let's empower ourselves with holistic approaches to brain health!  💬 Have you or someone you know faced these challenges? Share your story in the comments below and join us in raising awareness about this important issue.🚫 One key aspect we'll discuss is the importance of uncovering the root causes of mental health symptoms and why simply adding a psychiatric diagnosis does more harm than good.  🚨 TRIGGER WARNING: This episode requires listeners to think OUTSIDE the Western medical model box and consider how “BIOHACKING” may change your brain health trajectory. Lifestyle factors are playing a role in your wellness, and if you're not willing to get curious about this, then this is not the podcast for you. Prepare to be enlightened as Dr. Josh Hellman MD, a maverick in emergency and lifestyle medicine from the hallowed halls of Harvard and MIT, joins us on the Gaslit Truth Podcast. We're not just discussing health; we're unraveling the complex tapestry of lifestyle choices that shape our wellbeing, punctuated with Dr. Josh's captivating journey from personal health battles to a trailblazing integrative medical practice.This episode is a trove of insights on the pervasive impact of modern living on our health, from the perils of processed diets to the underestimated power of sleep. Dr. Hellman brings to the forefront the dire consequences of a sedentary lifestyle, especially as it pertains to brain health and chronic diseases like Alzheimer's. Listen closely as we dissect the human penchant for quick fixes over substantial lifestyle modifications, and the importance of an individualized approach to health amidst a sea of one-size-fits-all advice. It's a conversation that promises to equip you with the discernment needed to navigate the murky waters of health information.Rounding out our discussion, we delve into the oft-overlooked realm of hydration and brain health, challenging the conventional wisdom and emphasizing the need for attuned personal care. As we toast to the breaking down of professional silos in medicine, our guest spotlights the collaboration across specialties for the sake of patient care. It's an invigorating call to action for a more personalized, preventative, and integrated approach to health, one that blurs the lines between conventional and holistic practices. Fill your glass, settle in, and prepare for a transformative conversation that just might redefine the way you think about health and wellness.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailDoes this sound familiar when you are attracted to an influencer's post/product: "How genuine is her smile? She seems so trustworthy. I feel a connection and want to learn more about her!" Have you ever felt irresistibly drawn into the realm of influencers, where it's not the product but the charming personality endorsing it that captures your emotions? YOU are a victim of Attraction Marketing! But fear not!  Your Mental Mavericks Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn are here TODAY to steer you towards your TRUTH in influence. 🌟 Together, we'll unravel the complexities of these marketing tactics, empowering you to see through the veneer. You're not just a follower - you hold the power to discern authenticity from ILLUSION.  💬 Have you or someone you know faced these challenges? Share your story in the comments below and join us in raising awareness about this important issue.🚫 One key aspect we'll discuss is that BIG Marketing teams influence us not by the product, but by the captivating persona selling it. KNOW, LIKE and TRUST are the basis of their tactics. 🚨 TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses several BIG NAME authors, podcast hosts and television show hosts that you may admire and TRUST. Be open to the idea that these individuals may perpetuate false ideals and live untruthful stories simply to promote their brand.In this eye-opening video, we delve into the world of influencers like Jay Shetty, Oprah Winfrey, Rachel Hollis, and Mel Robbins, exploring the psychology behind their influence. These individuals have amassed millions of followers, but are they truly guiding us towards enlightenment, empowerment, and success, or are we being blinded by their charisma and authority?We'll uncover the techniques these influencers use to captivate our minds and influence our behaviors. From storytelling to relatability, we'll examine how these strategies affect our perceptions and decisions.Join us as we uncover the truths behind the allure of influencers and discover how to navigate their influence with a critical eye. It's time to see beyond the surface and understand the psychology behind the influencers that shape our world.Welcome to a journey through the intricate maze of influence and authenticity, where we converse with none other than therapist Jen and myself, Dr. T, about the power of personal truth discovery. Ever caught yourself questioning the genuineness of high-profile influencers or the pressures they face to maintain their crafted personas? We tackle this head-on, scrutinizing the impact influencers like Jay Shetty and Mel Robbins have on shaping our mental health perspectives, and how the allure of a curated online presence can sometimes lead us away from our genuine selves.Navigating the digital age's vast ocean of opinions and personalities isn't simple; it's a world where social media magnifies every voice, sometimes blurring the lines between expertise and entertainment. We dig into the weighty consequences of influencers stepping into roles traditionally held by mental health professionals, evaluating how such guidance resonates with those seeking advice. Our conversation evolves into a reflective discussion about our own professional experiences, the delicate balance of presenting a true image versus delivering what's expected, and the bravery it takes to stay grounded in one's authenticity amidst a culture of constructed narratives.Finally, we contemplate the essence of what binds an influencer to their audience. Is it the humility in their approach, their relentless pursuit of knowledge, or the depth of their personal connection to their story? We commit to wielding this influence with integrity and invite our listeners—yes, you superheroes of your own epic narratives—to engage with us in this space of open dialogue and truth-sharing. Tune in, share your thoughts, and let’s redefine the voices that guiWe're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan Mail🎙️Are you taking two or more psychiatric medications to treat the same pain point? Have you been taken off multiple psychiatric medications at the same time and assured that THE NEW YOU will emerge? Join your Whistle-Blowing Shrinks Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn TODAY on The Gaslit Truth Podcast as we talk TRUTH about polypharmacy and medication washing as dangerous treatment strategies that cause HARM. 💬 Have you or someone you know faced these challenges? Share your story in the comments below and join us in raising awareness about this important issue.🚫 One key aspect we'll discuss is that medication washing is presented to patients as a “new baseline” from which the NEW YOU emerges. What’s not shared with patients is that the NEW YOU cannot be established for months or even years as the brain and body go through withdrawal. The sad solution - ADD more medication. 🚨 TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses research and personal experience around how we are GASLIT by providers to believe that medication stacking is going to fix mental health struggles. Suppose you are taking multiple medications to manage the same mental health condition. In that case, you are the definition of polypharmacy which may trigger anger and feeling helpless at the hands of prescribers. Click the LINK in BIO to hear more!Embrace a journey of connection and revelation as Jen and I tear down the walls of distance through our first in-person meeting in over a decade, in the sanctuary of a library. We unpack the layers of a virtual relationship that thrives on empathy and understanding, and the strange irony of therapists seeking therapy. Our conversation uncovers the beauty and challenge in the work we do, and its profound effect on not just our clients, but us as well, sometimes moving us to tears. Through personal stories and experiences, we venture into the heart of therapeutic impact and the shared human condition in our quest for healing.Navigating the murky waters of polypharmacy, we confront the hard truths of mental health treatment and the fine line between help and hindrance that multiple prescriptions can represent. With anecdotes of dependency spirals and blurred lines between symptoms and side effects, the discussion calls for a paradigm shift. We advocate for a holistic approach to mental wellness that champions nutrition and lifestyle, and dare to question the status quo of our healthcare's communication failures, particularly in addiction recovery. It's an eye-opening examination of a system in dire need of reform, and a reminder that sometimes, less is more.The complexity of mental health management doesn't end with prescriptions—it extends into the treacherous territory of medication tapering and washout. We shed light on the misunderstood quest for a medication-free baseline and the compassionate approach needed during withdrawal. With a personal glimpse into the challenges of tapering off medications and the stigmatization surrounding addiction, we stand in solidarity with those enduring this battle. By inviting our listeners to participate in shaping future conversations, we reinforce our commitment to not just talk about brain health, but actively contribute to its betterment.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWhen our bodies whisper tales of discomfort, it's our minds that often scream out in response. This isn't just poetic musing but the thrust of our latest Gaslit Truth Podcast episode, where the often-ignored nexus of inflammation and mental health takes center stage. With the insightful guest therapist Jen by our side, we tackle the Western medical model's shortcomings, offering a fresh lens to view conditions like depression as not just psychological battles but also physical ones. We wrangle with the idea that your mood might be more deeply entwined with inflammation than you've ever considered, and that the usual prescription pad approach might need a rethink.Witnessing a seizure recently threw me back into the past, dredging up memories that I thought were long buried. It was a powerful, unwelcome reminder of how our past shadows our present, physically and mentally. In this conversation, we weave personal narratives with discussions on 'toxic positivity', the intricate dance between our thoughts and our body's inflammatory responses, and therapeutic avenues like EMDR that can help intercept this cycle. We break down the barriers between mind and body, investigating how our internal dialogue can send ripples throughout our physiology, potentially derailing our mental health journey.We wrap up this deep dive with a look at the often-overlooked pillars of mental health: digestive health, detoxification, and diet. It's not just about the food on our plates but the words that feed our minds. As we piece together the puzzle of mood disorders, we highlight the two-way street between the gut and the brain, encouraging a dialogue that extends beyond our episode. We invite you to join us on this exploration of the self, sharing your stories and adding to the tapestry of experiences that shape the Gaslit Truth Podcast community.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailDiscover the disturbing truths and hidden controversies of the mental health field as Dr. Teralyn and therapist Jen join us for an unflinching examination of the discipline's murky past. This episode peels back the curtain on the profession's earliest days, revealing how the shadows of eugenics and the asylum system continue to loom large over modern practices. As we dissect the legacy of figures like Freud and spotlight the stark omissions in our educational curriculum, we promise a journey that will not only inform but also provoke a critical re-evaluation of the mental health narrative.The annals of psychiatric care are marred by interventions that now seem barbaric, and our conversation takes a hard look at the life-threatening surgeries performed by Dr. Cotton, whose work was once praised. These grim tales serve as stark reminders of the necessity for ethical practices in mental health care. With Dr. Terri Lynn and therapist Jen as our guides, we reflect on the enduring implications of historical treatments and emphasize the need for empathy and patient-centered approaches in the wake of ego-driven agendas that have tainted our field's history.Wrapping up our episode, we probe the complexities of current psychiatric research and practice, challenging the integrity of studies that influence our understanding of treatments such as ECT and antidepressants. With a critical eye, we discuss the importance of transparency in psychiatric research and the honoring of patient experiences. By the end of this thought-provoking dialogue, listeners are urged to consider the implications of past practices on the present and to recognize the vital role of ethical standards in shaping the future of mental health care.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailImagine walking through a maze, where every turn is dictated by the complex intricacies of mental health and therapy—this episode is your guide to navigating that maze. We're genuinely touched by your responses to our discussions, which prove just how vital it is to give airtime to the less-discussed aspects of mental health care. Your stories resonate deeply, fueling our passion to dissect iatrogenic effects and the holistic approaches that are often overlooked in treatment.In a world where teen mental health is a burgeoning concern, we question interventions that may miss the mark. We question interventions that hurt you, rather than help.  It's called Iatrogenics. From the paradoxical outcomes of well-intentioned programs to the impact of social media on mental health, Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn, don't shy away from the ethical quagmires in therapeutic practices. We consider the delicate balance between aiding recovery and fostering dependency, both in therapy and through medication. The power dynamics at play between therapist and client are given a spotlight, as we share real-life tales from the clinical frontlines, emphasizing the critical importance of tailored treatment.Wrapping up, we underscore the profound influence mental health care has on individuals from all walks of life. We invite you to reflect on these multifaceted issues and engage with us in this ongoing dialogue. Whether you're a fellow clinician, someone navigating their own mental health journey, or simply an interested listener, your insight is a cornerstone of the Gaslet Truth. Join us as we continue to explore, challenge, and enlighten on the lesser-spoken truths of mental wellbeing.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailEver felt like a square peg being forced into a round hole of mental health treatments? Our latest episode peels back the curtain on the stigmatizing label of "treatment-resistant" in mental health care, revealing the systemic flaws that place undue blame on patients for the shortcomings of treatments. We join forces with experts to dismantle the disheartening narrative that often accompanies this term, shining a light on its pervasive use across various conditions, and the concerning rise of medication dependence, particularly in vulnerable populations like children and women. We're not just critiquing; we're calling for a paradigm shift that focuses on the adequacy of care rather than patient labeling.Navigating the stormy seas of treatment-resistant depression can be a desolate journey, but we're not charting these waters alone. We share raw, firsthand experiences with antidepressants like Effexor, exposing the often-dismissive responses patients encounter, along with the distressing side effects. With our listeners as our co-navigators, we dissect the insidious ways medical marketing shifts blame onto those seeking help and scrutinize the medical literature for how it presents non-medication treatments. It's not just a discussion—it's a revelation of the hidden forces at play in the treatments offered to people grappling with persistent depression.Wrapping up our voyage, we dare to confront the controversial Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) and its role in the narrative of treatment-resistant depression. We don't shy away from examining the weighty implications of such labels and treatments, placing a spotlight on the psychiatrists' role, potential financial motivations, and the underexplored non-medical approaches that often get overshadowed by invasive procedures. As we delve into the power dynamics within psychiatry, we advocate for a practice rooted in ethical standards and patient autonomy. Join us for this critical and timely discussion that challenges the status quo and champions a more compassionate and empowering approach to mental health care.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailEmbarking on a journey to taper off SSRIs can feel like navigating through a dense fog—challenging and fraught with the unknown. My co-host, therapist Jen, and I, Dr. Teralyn, pull from our own stories of medication withdrawal to shed light on the resources that are crucial during this process. While a good laugh about our telehealth wardrobe mishaps lightens the mood, our conversation takes a serious turn as we unravel the importance of professional medical advice, the power of a supportive community, and the necessity of understanding what lies ahead when reducing or stopping medication.Neurotransmitters, those tiny messengers within our brains, hold immense power over our well-being, particularly serotonin and dopamine. They're also central characters in our in-depth chat about the delicate dance of tapering off medications. We dig into the science behind addiction and mental health therapies, sharing personal insights to highlight the role of diet, lifestyle, and amino acids in achieving a balanced state of mind. It's an eye-opener—reminding us that a pill isn't always the panacea, and the road to recovery often requires a more holistic approach.If you've ever felt alone in the struggle of antidepressant withdrawal, let this episode serve as your companion and guide. We tackle the nitty-gritty of "discontinuation syndrome," the impact of medications on neurotransmitters throughout the body, and the empowering act of sharing patient stories. As we discuss the insights from "Prozac Backlash" and other resources, we cement the significance of being an informed and empowered patient. Your story matters, and we invite you to join us in creating a dialogue around mental health and medication complexities, fostering a community that understands and supports one another through every step.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailAs I, Dr. Teralyn sat with my dear friend and therapist, Jen, our conversation took a turn toward the deeply personal. We wound through the complex path of antidepressant use during pregnancy, weighing the delicate scales of maternal mental health against fetal development. This heart-to-heart isn't just about sharing our stories—it's about illuminating the often hushed dialogues surrounding medication, mental well-being, and the intricate dance of decision-making that expectant mothers face. Navigating pregnancy while managing mental health can feel like walking a tightrope, and this episode doesn’t shy away from that reality. We peel back the layers on the impact of healthcare professionals' guidance, and the profound weight their words carry in the informed consent process. You'll hear firsthand how the ripples of our experiences extend to the little ones we bring into the world as I recount my son's early developmental hurdles—a tale that underscores the need for clear, comprehensive communication and the empowerment of patients to ask challenging questions.In the tender realm of motherhood, the implications of medication use ripple into the postpartum period, touching on breastfeeding and child development. Alongside Jen, we tackle the emotional and practical challenges faced by mothers striving to nourish their newborns, the need for awareness among healthcare providers, and the importance of informed discussions on the effects of psychiatric medications. This conversation is an advocacy for knowledge, a call for compassionate healthcare dialogue, and a journey toward empowerment in the most vulnerable chapters of parenthood.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailUnveil the hidden truths behind the glossy veneer of Big Pharma's marketing with Dr. Teralyn and therapist Jen, as we investigate the chasm between the feel-good narratives of medication commercials and the harsh realities of side effects and efficacy. Our exploration kicks off with an analysis of a recent Pfizer Super Bowl commercial, peeling away the layers of its inclusive message to question the true impact of these drugs on our health and society. We confront the unsettling evidence presented in a JAMA study, which suggests that the drugs we're bombarded with through high-budget ads might not be the ones that best serve our health needs.Strap in for a candid discussion on the precarious practice of medication stacking in psychiatric care, as we contrast it with the precise nature of treatments like insulin for diabetes. Listeners will gain frontline insights into the therapist's role in navigating the complexities patients face with psychiatric medications, and we'll tackle the criticism of openly discussing such issues. Our conversation extends to 'Big Pharma Friday' events, exposing the tactics used to curry favor among healthcare professionals and the implications for patient care.To close, we cast a critical eye on the financial might of the pharmaceutical industry, scrutinizing Pfizer's spending on advertising versus research and the potential conflicts arising from their lobbying efforts. We invite you to consider the integrity of the medical advice we receive and ponder the influence of Big Pharma's deep pockets on the treatment options presented to us. Join us for a session that promises not just to inform but also to challenge your perspective on the pervasive power of pharmaceutical marketing in our healthcare system.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWeaving through the delicate intricacies of how antidepressants shape the emotional and intimate landscapes of our lives, Dr. Teralyn, along with therapist Jen, embark on a candid exploration that many shy away from. Ever felt that tug in your chest, the one that pulls at the threads of connection between you and your partner as you navigate the waters of mental health treatment? We've been there, and in this episode, we unveil the raw and often unseen effects of medications like sertraline and Lexapro on love, longing, and the longing to connect.Emotions run deep as we peel back the layers of postpartum depression and the hushed struggles mothers face, particularly when antidepressants enter the picture. Delving into our own battles with intrusive thoughts and the scarcity of protective factors for new mothers, we aim to dismantle the stigma and spark discussions that could pave the way for better support and understanding. And it doesn't stop there; we probe the parallels of withdrawal, both from antidepressants and the bonds that sustain us, considering how these medications color our personal narratives and the fabric of our relationships.As we wrap up this profound conversation, we contemplate the potential ripple effects of antidepressant use on societal trends, including the unsettling correlation with rising divorce rates. By sharing the multifaceted journeys of our hearts and minds, we seek to illuminate the need for resilience, the grace of apology, and the unending pursuit of balance in mental health treatment. Join us as we share more than just experiences; we share a call to re-evaluate the interplay between medication, mental wellness, and the enduring human quest for connection.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailHave you ever felt your voice drowned out by the environment you were meant to thrive in? Join Dr. Teralyn and Jen, two therapists daring to challenge the status quo, as they recount the twists and turns of their careers in mental health. Woven through our personal narratives, this episode reveals the subtle yet pervasive ways in which professionals can become gaslit in their workplaces and the wisdom we've unearthed from these experiences. Reflecting on the instinctual cues we ignored and the mentorships that molded us, we aim to spark a light of awareness and advocacy within you.The journey through the mental health field is neither straight nor narrow, as Jen and I can attest. We share our trials of proposing innovative solutions met with resistance and recount the crossroads that led us to divergent paths within the same organization. Our discussion is vulnerable as we delve into the traumatic stints in supervisory roles and the critical moments that beckoned us to step away from suffocating work environments. This conversation isn't merely a recount; it's a testament to the transformation that's possible when you choose your identity and happiness over the comfort of conformity.As we close this episode, we dissect the intricate web of inadequacy and the struggle to maintain critical thinking against the grain of suppressive systems. Our professional pivots—from traditional settings to the autonomy of private practice—uncover the ongoing challenges beneath the surface of being one's own boss. We invite our listeners to join us as whistleblowing informants, engage with us beyond these audio waves, and let's kindle a collective movement toward genuine change in the landscape of mental health care.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email DrTeralyn@DrTeralyn.com to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the dark underbelly of sanity! Unleash your inner rebel as Dr. Teralyn and Therapist Jenn take you on a rollercoaster ride through the twisted corridors of the mind. Buckle up, because this is the GASLIT TRUTH – where the sacred oath to spill it all meets a fearless descent into the chaos within.Your whistle-blowing shrinks are here to "deep throat" the unfiltered, raw reality, stripping away the comforting veneer of societal norms. Brace yourself for a mind-bending journey that explores the shadows of truth, leaving no stone unturned, no secret safe.In a world drowning in delusion, these edgy mental mavericks are on a mission to dismantle the illusions, break down the walls, and expose the uncomfortable, often chilling, but undeniably liberating GASLIT TRUTH. Get ready for an audacious podcast that doesn't just scratch the surface – it dives headfirst into the abyss of human psyche.Warning: This is not your grandma's therapy session. Prepare for an adrenaline-fueled exploration of the mind's darkest corners, where the only rule is there are no rules. It's time to embrace the uncomfortable, challenge the conventional, and confront the truths that society would rather keep hidden. Welcome to the GASLIT TRUTH – where the therapy is unfiltered, and the revelations are explosive. Open your ears, buckle up, and get ready to be gaslit!Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at thegaslittruthpodcast@gmail.comWhile you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz