Mental Health Matters is a monthly show facilitated by Radio Cayman that hosts panel discussions on various topics related to Mental Health.  The show airs on the first Monday of every month (other than public holidays) from 12:13pm to 1:30pm.  I have been fortunate to assist with the development of the show and always enjoy the great discussions that we have, both from panelists and from listeners who call or email in.  I thank the community for the support of this show because Mental Health Matters. 🙂

To reach out to Talk Today: Talk Today on Radio Cayman

For more information on past shows: Mental Health Matters 2020; Mental Health Matters 2019; Mental Health Matters 2018; Mental Health Matters 2017; Mental Health Matters 2016; Mental Health Matters 2015

Topic, Date and Guests

Making the Most of 2021: Managing Expectations and Keeping up Hope

January 11th

• Ms. Heather Lockhart, Professional Life Coach, BHAC and The Clarity Hub
• Mr. Jason Jones, Counsellor, OnCourse Cayman
• For more info: Lessons Learning, Preparing for 2021; How Mental Health Experts are Preparing for 2021
• Missed the show? Watch it at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SThuZne1ucc

The Behavioural Approach: Assessments and Skills-Based Therapies

February 2nd

• Dr. Liezel Anguelova, Psychologist, OnCourse Cayman
• Ms. Khadija Chisholm, Assistant Psychologist, The Wellness Centre Ltd.
• Missed the show? Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCbfoDlDMbg

Sleep: Why It’s Important and How to Improve It

March 1st

• Mr. Terry Delaney, Counsellor, Private Practice
• Ms. Renee Ravazzani, Yoga and PE Teacher, Aerial Acrobat and Performer, Sannyasa Yoga
• For more info: Sleep Deprivation and Deficiency; Sleep Disorders and Problems; How to Sleep Better
• Missed the show? Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rohxVxjzH0

Sexual Abuse and its Impact across the Lifespan and Across the Community

April 5th

• Dr. Liezel Anguelova, Psychologist, OnCourse Cayman
• Ms. Carolina Ferreira, Deputy Director, Cayman Islands Red Cross
• For more info: Child Abuse and Neglect; Children Law (2012 Revision); Child Abuse – Prevention, Recognition, and Policies; Long-Term Consequences of Child Abuse and Neglect

Ethics in Mental Health

May 3rd

• Ms. Shannon Seymour, Psychologist and Director, The Wellness Centre Ltd.
• For more info: CPAM Code of Practice; Potential Ethical Violations; Ethics in Therapy; Ethics in Psychotherapy

Focus on Men’s Mental Health

June 7th

• Mr. Jason Jones, Counsellor, OnCourse Cayman
• Mr. Terry Delaney, Counsellor, Private Practice
• For more info: Men and Mental Health; Men’s Mental Health Infographic; ‘Man up’ is not the answer

Mental Health and Therapy in Cayman

July 12th

• Mr. Jason Jones, Counsellor, OnCourse Cayman
• Mr. Terry Delaney, Counsellor, Private Practice
• Mr. Shane Purcell, Fundraising Committee Chair, Alex Panton Foundation
• Ms. Zoe Conolly Basdeo, Intern, OnCourse Cayman
• For more info: Cayman National Drug Council Research; PAHO Adolescent Health and Sexuality Report (Cayman); WHO AIMS Mental Health Services Report (Cayman); Predisposing Factors to Criminality (Cayman)
• Missed the show? Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWK3T99qA2U

Working through Loneliness, Grief and Bereavement

August 2nd

• Mr. Jason Jones, Counsellor, OnCourse Cayman
• Ms. Rhonda Cornwall, Grief Coach, Hope’s Dwelling
• Mr. Terry Delaney, Counsellor, Private Practice
• For more info: Coping with Grief and Loss; Hopkins: Grief and Loss; Grief and Loss
• Missed the show? Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kj9EgqnB7SE

Loving Someone in Recovery and Addiction

September 6th

• Mr. Jason Jones, Counsellor, OnCourse Cayman
• Ms. Raquel Tobian, Psychotherapist, Infinite Mindcare
• Ms. Kimberley Febres, Programme Coordinator, Caribbean Haven
• Mr. Ivan McLean, Prevention and Information Officer, National Drug Council
• Mr. Brent Hydes, Operations Manager, Hope for Today Foundation
• For more info: Helping Someone with a Drug Addiction; How Drug Abuse Hurts Relationships; Substance Abuse and Intimate Relationships
• Missed the show? Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pjmzy1PIswc

Boundaries in the Digital Age

October 4th

• Dr. Liezel Anguelova, Psychologist, OnCourse Cayman
• Ms. Charmaine Bush-Miller, Programme Coordinator, Family Resource Centre
• For more info: Domestic Abuse: Online Safety; What is Digital Abuse; Technological Abuse
• Missed the show? Check it out:

Protective Factors and Resilience in Children’s Mental Health

November 1st

• TBD

Managing Holiday Stress and Wrapping Up the Year

December 6th

• TBD

**To provide us feedback on the show or ideas for upcoming shows, please contact me by phone at 745-6464 or email at alexandra.bodden@gmail.com.

Thanks for listening!