BHT Bytes – Between the Headline & the Heart: How We Respond to the News – Episode 371

The news shapes our feelings more than our opinions—don’t let it choose your mood. In this episode of BHT Bytes, hosts Peter Fenger and Sharlee Dixon unpack something we all wrestle with: our relationship with the news. In a world flooded with headlines designed to spark outrage and steal our focus, it’s easy to feel emotionally hijacked without even realizing it. But what if there’s a better way? Together, we explore the subtle yet powerful difference between reacting and responding to the news. How can we stay informed and empathetic without letting every headline raise our blood pressure? How do we stay engaged without losing our peace of mind? Let’s talk about how to reclaim our attention, guard our mental health, and choose intention over emotional autopilot.

When Words Don’t Work: Art, Access, & the Fight Against Stigma with Manami Yamamoto, LMFT – Episode 370

Healing doesn’t start with a diagnosis—it starts with feeling safe enough to be seen. In this episode, Sharlee Dixon sits down with Manami Yamamoto, MA, LMFT, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the Founder of Blue Humming Therapy—a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting holistic mental health within diverse communities. With a compassionate, culturally attuned approach, Manami works with individuals, couples, and families of all ages to foster balance, connection, and inner guidance. Her work centers on creating safe, inclusive spaces where healing can unfold in ways that honor each person’s unique path. An internationally recognized leader in the mental health space, Manami brings deep experience and heartfelt wisdom to today’s conversation. Together, we explore how she’s breaking down stigma in minority communities, using creative therapies to expand access, and addressing systemic barriers to support, education, and equity in mental health care.

Clinicians Series: Practicing Curiosity Without Judgment – The Gentle Power Behind Growth with Jon Steele, LMFT – Episode 369

Curiosity calms what judgment clenches. In this episode of the Clinicians Series, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Jon Steele, LMFT—a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in working with high performers, including athletes and professionals navigating intense pressure. Drawing from his own experience as a former collegiate athlete, Jon brings a deep understanding of both the competitive mindset and the emotional toll it can take. In his private practice, Jon supports clients through anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, and the pursuit of mental fitness. His work centers on dismantling shame, cultivating self-compassion, and developing sustainable strategies for resilience. Together, we explore the quiet power of curiosity—how shifting from self-judgment to self-inquiry can unlock healing, clarity, and true growth. Whether you're on the field, in the boardroom, or simply striving to perform at your best, this conversation offers a meaningful path forward.