Interview with Dr. Kati McNamara
Nov 01, 2023
In this episode of the Leading with Heart Podcast, host Christina Mattison interviews Dr. Kati McNamara, a USAF social worker, behavior change expert, educator, and researcher. Dr. McNamara currently serves as the Director of Behavioral Medicine and an Assistant Professor at the Uniformed Services University. She delves into the critical topic of mental health within the military.
Dr. McNamara not only shares her personal mental health experiences but also offers valuable advice on therapy and how to find the right therapist tailored to individual needs. The conversation sheds light on the prevailing stigma surrounding mental health in the military and emphasizes the importance of eradicating feelings of shame or stigma associated with mental health conditions and seeking help.
Listeners gain practical insights into techniques for regulating the nervous system, for a more happy, content, and joyful life. The conversation covers a spectrum of topics, from navigating the landscape of military mental health care to the efficacy of specialized therapies like Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma. Dr. McNamara emphasizes the significance of proactive involvement in therapy and advocates for individuals to be their own advocates in finding the right therapist.
If you want to chat more about this topic, I would love to continue this conversation with you, over on Instagram, or in my Facebook community!
Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
Military OneSource - Non-Medical Counseling
www.leadingwithheartpodcast.com (https://www.leadingwithheartpodcast.com/)
More about Christina Mattison and the Leading with Heart Podcast
Hey there! I'm Christina Mattison, an Air Force Officer, yoga teacher, dedicated wife, and proud mother of two. But most importantly, I'm here as a wellness and leadership coach for women in the military. I want you to know something: It doesn't have to be this way.
I've walked in your combat boots, and I understand the chaos that often accompanies military life. But I'm here to share a powerful truth with you: You have the innate ability to transform your own life. I've personally experienced this transformation, and I've witnessed it in the lives of countless clients I've had the privilege to guide.
Deep within you, lies the strength to design a life filled with joy, peace, and profound fulfillment. You don't have to conform to the mold of an overachieving robot to achieve success in the military. You can be authentically you and thrive.
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