Episode Description:

Feeling burned out? Struggling to make the impact you know you’re capable of? If you’re a psychiatric nurse practitioner, psychologist, or female healthcare executive, you’re not alone.

In Season One of the Brain Health Hook-up, we tackled the frustrations of conventional mental health care—overbooked schedules, rushed med checks, and the struggle to provide true quality care. But knowledge alone isn’t enough.

So, what’s next?

In Season Two, we’re revolutionizing mental health care.

We’re talking about a new model: shared medication management appointments with integrated psychotherapy. Imagine a practice where clients co-regulate, support one another, and experience healing together—while you step into a leadership role that brings more revenue, more impact, and more joy.

Key Takeaways:

• The biggest challenges in mental health care—and why traditional models are failing both providers and patients.
• How shared medication management appointments create better outcomes while reducing clinician burnout.
• The power of GROOVE SESSIONS® in routine care to rewire the brain, reducing inflammation, and restoring emotional resilience.
• Why female psychiatric nurse practitioners and psychologists are uniquely positioned to lead this movement and build thriving, values-driven practices.
• What’s coming in Season Two—practical strategies, expert insights, and a roadmap to transforming your practice.

Action Items:

• Make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss season two!
• Join the WellTuned Woman program (Get Reboot Weekend as a BONUS): https://groove-for-health.myflodesk.com/texasq12025
• Visit the Brain Health Hook-up website: podcast.welltunedwellness.com

DISCLAIMER: Brain Health Hook-up Podcast, GROOVE THERAPY™, GROOVE SESSIONS®, and WellTuned Wellness LLC may benefit health, but are not substitutes for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by a qualified healthcare provider. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider.

Music for this Podcast is provided by: Kevin "Aries" Lee and Troy "Big Baby" Capers

You can subscribe to podcast.welltunedwellness.com for weekly updates, breaking research, and the opportunity to work with Laurel to unlock the path to flourishing!

Episode Description:

Ever feel like your body is betraying you? Strange aches, phantom sensations, and symptoms no doctor can explain? You’re not alone—and you’re not imagining things. In this episode, Laurel Hurst uncovers the missing link between emotional experiences and physical symptoms, revealing why traditional approaches often fall short.

You'll learn how your nervous system, particularly the vagus nerve, plays a powerful role in your wellbeing, and why emotional trauma can manifest as real, physical pain. If you've been told "nothing is wrong" but still feel off, this conversation will be a game-changer.

Key Takeaways:

• Emotional trauma can get "stuck" in the nervous system, leading to chronic pain, dizziness, digestive issues, and other unexplained symptoms.
• The vagus nerve plays a crucial role in transmitting emotional distress into physical sensations.
• Many people suffering from these symptoms have been dismissed by traditional medicine, leaving them feeling unheard and hopeless.
• Somatic healing techniques, such as GROOVE THERAPY, EMDR, and movement-based practices, can help retune the nervous system and restore balance.
• You are not broken—your body is simply communicating in ways that some healthcare providers may not yet fully recognize.

Action Items:

If you’ve been searching for answers and want to learn more about how Laurel's GROOVE THERAPY approach and other somatic healing methods can help, join the WellTuned Woman program and experience a transformative 90-day journey to better sleep, mood, and energy.

• Join the WellTuned Woman program (Get Reboot Weekend as a BONUS): https://groove-for-health.myflodesk.com/texasq12025
• Visit the Brain Health Hook-up website: podcast.welltunedwellness.com

DISCLAIMER: Brain Health Hook-up Podcast, GROOVE THERAPY™, GROOVE SESSIONS®, and WellTuned Wellness LLC may benefit health, but are not substitutes for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by a qualified healthcare provider. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider.

Music for this Podcast is provided by: Kevin "Aries" Lee and Troy "Big Baby" Capers

You can subscribe to podcast.welltunedwellness.com for weekly updates, breaking research, and the opportunity to work with Laurel to unlock the path to flourishing!

Can music truly heal? Drummer, producer, and worship leader Kevin Aries shares his journey from school band percussion to music production and how rhythm connects to personal and collective healing.

In this episode, we sit down with Kevin Aries, a multi-talented musician, to explore the role of music in personal transformation. Kevin opens up about how drumming shaped his identity, helped him process life’s challenges, and ultimately led to his first EP, Case One: Uncover. We discuss the storytelling and social commentary woven into his music, the creative process behind his upcoming album Invisible Friends, and how groove is more than just rhythm—it’s a force for growth and change.

Key Takeaways:

• Music as Healing: Kevin shares how music became his refuge during childhood, helping him navigate uncertainty and self-discovery.
• Finding Your Groove in Life: Just like in music, life has layers and complexities. Learning to sync different energies can create harmony both on and off the stage.
• Creative Process & Finding Your Sound: Kevin talks about the patience required to develop an authentic musical style that resonates deeply.
• The Power of Live Performance: The unique energy of live music allows musicians to tap into a higher level of creativity, connection, and improvisation.
• Groove as a Common Experience: Whether you're a musician or just a listener, groove speaks to the soul, allowing everyone to find their own rhythm in life.
• Join the WellTuned Woman program (Get Reboot Weekend as a BONUS): https://groove-for-health.myflodesk.com/texasq12025
• Visit the Brain Health Hook-up website: podcast.welltunedwellness.com
• Follow Kevin Aries on social media for updates on his latest music, covers, and live performances. Just search for The Drummer Kevin Aries!

DISCLAIMER: Brain Health Hook-up Podcast, GROOVE THERAPY™, GROOVE SESSIONS®, and WellTuned Wellness LLC may benefit health, but are not substitutes for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by a qualified healthcare provider. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider.

Music for this Podcast is provided by: Kevin "Aries" Lee and Troy "Big Baby" Capers

You can subscribe to podcast.welltunedwellness.com for weekly updates, breaking research, and the opportunity to work with Laurel to unlock the path to flourishing!