In this episode, Valeea Sutton, dually licensed Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner; Tanesha Rivers (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist Associate) along with host Parker Tompkins (Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialalist Associate) come together for an honest, clinician-led conversation about mental health, psychotropic medications, and how the two intersect in real-world treatment.

The discussion explores how medications support brain functioning, when medication may be helpful, common misconceptions and stigma, and the importance of pairing medication with therapy and holistic care. The panel also breaks down how informed decision-making, collaboration with prescribers, and individualized treatment plans lead to better outcomes for clients.

This episode is designed to educate, normalize, and empower listeners-whether you're navigating your own mental health journey, supporting a loved one, or working in the mental health field.

Healing Out Loud _ Season 2, Episode 1 is a powerful season premiere for Solutions for the Sole: This episode feature Cherish Fields, MSW, LCSWA, LCASA and Parker Tompkins, MSW, LSWA, LCASA as they open the conversation on what mental health really looks like in everyday life.

In this episode, these two dynamic women explore how healing isn't always private; sometimes it's loud, messy, uncomfortable, and courageous. In this episode they talk about the reality of showing up while still processing, rebuilding, and learning how to protect your peace while becoming the person you're called to be.

Together, they will break down:

• ​ What mental health truly means beyond diagnoses
• ​ The pressure people feel to "look okay" while struggling internally
• ​ How to identify burnout, emotional exhaustion, and silent suffering
• ​ Why vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness
• ​ What it means to truly "Heal Out Loud"

Healing out loud means choosing honesty over image.

It means you don't have to be fully healed to start living differently. You just have to be willing to tell the truth, learn the tools, and keep going.

This season is about growth, resilience, and real conversations that remind you: you are not alone and healing is possible.

In this episode of Solutions for the Sole Podcast, hosts Cherish Fields, LCSWA, LCASA and Tanesha Rivers, LCMHCA, LCASA, break down what narcissism really is beyond the buzzword. They explain the difference between narcissistic traits and Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), uncover myths and misconceptions about narcissism, and discuss how it impacts relationships, families, and mental health. You’ll also learn practical strategies to recognize red flags, set healthy boundaries, and protect your well-being when dealing with narcissistic behaviors.

If you have ever wondered “What is a narcissist?” or how to navigate toxic relationships, this episode gives you real clinical insight and actionable tools that you can use for your own well being.