Recovery isn’t just about sobriety—it’s about rebuilding identity, regulating the nervous system, and learning how to live with radical honesty. Automotive business owner and radio personality Dave Riccio, also known as the “Automotive Therapist,” joins to share how his journey through sex addiction, multiple sclerosis, and deep-rooted shame became a path to healing. As co-host of Bumper to Bumper Radio and owner of Tri-City Transmission, Dave opens up about meditation, movement, community, and vulnerability as the cornerstones of sustainable recovery—and why health, not hustle, is the new success.

Is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) the revolutionary mental health treatment you've been hearing about, or just another fad? Dr. Robert Westerman, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a seriously powerful backstory from Camelback Integrated Health and Wellness, joins Tim Westbrook to cut through the BS and give it to us straight. In this episode, we ditch the medical jargon and get real about how TMS actually works, using magnets—not electricity like those scary ECT movies!—to fire up neurotransmitters and tackle issues like depression, anxiety, OCD, and PTSD. Dr. Westerman, who's seen it all and treated thousands, breaks down why this could be a game-changer for folks struggling with those "treatment-resistant" conditions, plus spills the tea on the different ways you can access this treatment, making it more flexible and affordable than you might think.

Personalized parent coaching and effective intervention strategies offer a vital lifeline for families grappling with addiction, paving the way for hope and healing. In this episode, we're honored to feature Christopher Doyle, the dedicated Founder of Why Intervention, who brings an authentic and deeply compassionate perspective to the complexities of addiction recovery. Chris, a retired New York City firefighter and former Head Substance Abuse Counselor for the FDNY's Employee Assistance Program, shares his unique journey and the impactful "Stop Dreaming Framework" and "Four-Part Connection Formula" he's developed to guide families through crisis. Tune in as we delve into the realities of addiction, the power of leverage, and the crucial role families play in leading their loved ones toward a path of sobriety and a brighter future.

Psychiatric nurse practitioners are revolutionizing mental health care from the inside out—and Dr. Lindsay Hill is at the forefront of this movement. With a dual lens as both clinician and entrepreneur, she shares how nurse practitioners can lead the next chapter of behavioral health innovation. As President of the APNA Arizona Chapter, founder of PMHNP Bootcamp™, and a consultant in AI and digital health, Dr. Hill unpacks the clinical, financial, and personal pressures providers face—and how to overcome them with strategy, support, and systems. From her own experience with TMS therapy to the healing power of DBT and the urgent need to end the martyrdom culture in mental health, this conversation is a roadmap for anyone building a sustainable, purpose-driven life in psychiatric care.

Because society glorifies the grind so much, many people find themselves embracing and normalizing a workaholic lifestyle. Although this means more profit, it ultimately kills your well-being and destroys your relationships. Tim Westbrook explores the right way to get rid of this self-destructive lifestyle with Barry Garapedian, President and CEO of MAG7 Consulting. Barry looks back on how his relentless work ethic nearly cost him everything, including his 16-year marriage. He shares how he overcame this rigid mindset, rebuilt his life, and is now coaching young people to reach their full potential – all while teaching them how to avoid the mistakes he made.

Going out to travel is not only about leisure and excitement, but also about expanding oneself by visiting places outside your comfort zone. Author and entrepreneur Pardis Mahdavi, PhD understands the transformative power of healing journeys, and so she built her business around that. In this conversation, she talks about her wellness company Entheon, which focuses on transformational retreats and coaching programs for personal growth. She explains how immersing in new cultures and traditions can help you discover new things about yourself. Pardis also delves into the benefits of plant medicine, which she describes as the intersection between science and spirituality.