Model Mentality

Andrew Hayden Kang is an Asian-American actor, model, and fitness professional who was raised in New York City.  Listen to Dr. Allie and guest co-host Kai Braden in conversation with Andrew Hayden Kang as they speak on his career path and breaking free from expectations, healing from a traumatic experience in the workplace, the role of faith, vulnerability as a strength and an ideal quality for masculinity and more. With his combined experience in modeling, fitness, and business, he is now residing in Los Angeles fully pursuing acting in TV and Film. He has a Bachelor ’s degree in Business Management and has over 6 years of consulting experience with a global firm. He is also a Men's Physique bodybuilding competitor and holds a professional title in 2x federations and is a Certified fitness instructor. Andrew’s modeling career spanned from working with clients such as Nike, Reebok, Equinox, Lifetime, and more. This episode is part of our Masculinity and Mental Health series.  Kai Braden is a model and actor and a recent guest on Model Mentality. We hope you enjoy this episode. Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links: Follow Andrew on all social media @andrewhaydenkang Website: www.andrewhhaydenkang.com Follow Kai on IG @kaibraden

Nick Denbeigh is an American Film, Television, Commercial Actor, Model and former Athlete.  Listen to Dr. Allie and guest co-host Kai Braden in conversation with Nick Denbeigh as they speak on emotions as an athlete, working in the modeling industry, traditional stereotypes of masculinity and how this may serve as a barrier to getting help, masculinity as integrity and more. Nick is best known for his leading roles in feature films as well as his campaigns for a number of international leading brands including Call Of Duty: MW, Nike, Reebok, Adidas, Old Navy, Apple, Toyota, Hyundai, Verizon, and Disney.  This episode is part of our Masculinity and Mental Health series.  Kai Braden is a model and actor and a recent guest on Model Mentality.  We hope you enjoy this episode. Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links: Follow Nick on all social media @nickdenbeigh Website: www.nickdenbeigh.com Shilo's War film: https://youtu.be/_BKtpIYdHQo  Undeniable Goods: www.undgoods.com EVRYMAN: @_evryman_  [men's peer groups] Model Alliance Support Page: modelalliance.org/support or follow @modelallianceny Follow Kai on IG @kaibraden

The following episode contains content on sexual violence that some listeners may find disturbing. Discretion is advised. Kai Braden is an actor, model, and a San Francisco native based in NYC and LA.  Listen to Dr. Allie in conversation with Kai as they discuss his cultural identity, a traumatic experience of sexual assault in the beginning phase of his modeling career, and the importance of mental fitness. As an actor, some of Kai’s roles include television shows such as “Orange Is The New Black” (Netflix), “Revenge” (ABC), “90210” (CW), and “General Hospital″ (ABC), national commercials for Crocs, Nivea, Toyota, and Dunkin Donuts, and international music videos for Katy Perry, Tata Young, and A-Mei.  As a Model with Wilhelmina as his first agency, Kai also has representation worldwide. His career has taken him around the globe to work with such clients as Men’s Health Magazine, J.Crew, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Nike, 7 For All Mankind, Lululemon, Gillette, and Samsung.  As a highly-certified and versatile Fitness Coach, Kai teaches on-demand classes for multiple virtual platforms. His coaching experience includes CrossFit and Orangetheory, with a foundation in Olympic Taekwondo. Kai’s action training compliments his work in entertainment. He also has a television production degree from Pepperdine University and serves on the Leadership Council of the labor rights nonprofit, The Model Alliance. Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links: IG @kaibraden @asian_cinema_entertainment @modelallianceny Website: https://www.kaibraden.com/ The Advocate Article: https://www.advocate.com/people/2018/7/19/exclusive-male-models-accuse-photographer-rick-day-sexual-assault References for the 'Let's Get Clinical' segment: Dube SR, Anda RF. Whitfield CL et al. Long term consequences of childhood sexual abuse by gender of victim. Am J Prev Med. 2005; 28: 430-438. 

Today on the podcast we have with us Renowned English model Karen Elson who has walked runways for everyone from Alexander McQueen to Chanel, Valentino, and Gucci, been the face of countless campaigns and graced magazine covers shot by leading photographers around the Globe. Listen to Dr. Allie and Bridget Malcolm speak with Karen on her journey with an eating disorder, emotional well-being and how she has come to a place of radical self-acceptance. In addition to being a model, Karen’s blossoming music career has seen the release of two full-length albums, The Ghost Who Walks and Double Roses, securing Elson’s position as a tour de force in the worlds of fashion and entertainment over her two decade-long career. 2020 saw the release of her first EP, Radio Redhead, Vol. 1, and book ‘The Red Flame’ with Rizzoli Publishing. She can currently be seen as the face of Moschino Resort 2022 while being a leading advocate for model rights in the workplace. Her latest song, the electric “Lightning Strikes,” was co-written and produced alongside the award-winning musical duo of Daniel Tashian and Ian Fitchuk and is a taste of what’s to come from Karen’s forthcoming third full title release, signaling a new era for her as well as direction in sound. Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links: Follow Karen Elson on IG @misskarenelson or on her website www.karenelson.com References for the 'Let's Get Clinical' segment: Garner DM, Garfinkel PE, Schwartz D and Thompson M. (1980). Cultural expectations of thinness in women. Psychological Reports, 47, 483-491. Model Health Inquiry (2007): https://www.britishfashioncouncil.co.uk/uploads/files/1/The%20Report%20of%20the%20Model%20Health%20Inquiry,%20September%202007.pdf

Heide Lindgren has been a model since the age of 13, is currently a psych tech in Boise, Idaho after completing a Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Columbia University, and grew up in Boca Raton, FL. She moved to New York and worked with Muse Models which then led to Guess campaigns, and then to the cover of GQ. She later co-founded Models 4 Water and raised money to drill water wells in Burkina Faso. She’s also involved with two initiatives in Haiti one called REBUILD Globally, where she sits on their Board of Directors, and Deux Mains Designs, an ethical fashion brand. Listen to Dr. Allie in conversation with Heide about recognizing anxiety, working as a psych tech, reflections on relationships and much more! Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links: Follow Heide on Instagram @heide_lindgren Website: heidelindgren.com Her blog: spaceforanything.com Rebuild Globally: https://rebuildglobally.org/ Deux Mains: https://deuxmains.com/ References for the 'Let's Get Clinical' segment: NIMH: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/child-and-adolescent-mental-health

The following episode contains content on sexual violence that some listeners may find disturbing. Discretion is advised. Carré Otis is a supermodel, survivor and author. Carré appeared in campaigns for Guess and Calvin Klein and on the American and International covers of Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, Marie Claire & others. Listen to Dr. Allie in conversation with Carré about her early childhood, trauma and mental health, her path to healing, and more recently her public disclosures. Carré was 17 when she was scouted and then sent from New York to Paris to live with former President of Elite Europe Gérald Marie, who repeatedly raped her. Carré recently traveled to Paris where she and a dozen other survivors testified against Marie. Carré also recently filed a civil case in New York before the state’s Child Victims Act look-back window closed. Carré, a longtime member of the Model Alliance Leadership Council, still models and is currently represented by Iconic Focus Models, an all women-owned agency. **Certain topics discussed in this episode are the subject of an ongoing criminal investigation and civil litigation. The statements and claims expressed by our guests are their own.  Model Mentality and Mind Studios LLC makes no representation or warranties related to the truthfulness or veracity of any of its guests’ statements and claims, including as they may relate to any ongoing criminal investigation or civil litigation.** Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links: Follow Carré Otis on IG @iamcarreotis.  References for the 'Let's Get Clinical' segment: World Health Organization (WHO). Global and regional estimates of violence against women: prevalence and health effects of intimate partner violence and non-partner sexual violence. Geneva: World Health Organization, 2013.

Dylan Lynch is a former model who began modeling and the age of 10 and was represented by Ford Models SF and LA, Milk Management London and Next Models Worldwide.  Listen to Dr. Allie and Bridget Malcolm in conversation with Dylan Lynch as they reflect on her early social development and modeling, her eating disorder, and substance use disorder and how control has been a central theme.  Dylan worked for brands including Abercrombie and Fitch, Pottery Barn, Nordstrom’s, Levi’s, O’Neill, Sephora, Givenchy, Selfridges, and more until the age of 19 when she retired and attended NYU University.  She recently received a degree in Sports Law and Psychology, and is currently working on social and digital media for the New York Jets. Through personal experience and past struggles with and eating disorder-bulimia nervosa, anxiety and depression, and substance abuse disorder, she plans to combine her work in Sports and her passion for recovery to work towards reducing mental health and recovery stigma for professional athletes. Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links: Follow Dylan Lynch on IG @dylanlynch_2 

Listen to Bridget Malcolm and Dr. Allie in conversation with with Krystal, a Fountain House member, on mental health, substance use, recovery and how for Krystal, Fountain House has been an invaluable partner through her recovery. Model Mentality x Fountain House: Today’s episode was created in collaboration with Fountain House. Fountain house is a national mental health nonprofit fighting to improve health, increase opportunity, and end social and economic isolation for people living with serious mental illness. Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links: Fountain House: https://fountainhouse.org/ References for the Let's Get Clinical segment: Centers for Disease Control. CDC. Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance—United States, 2019. MMWR Suppl 2020;69(1):1-83. Centers for Disease Control. CDC. https://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/substance-use/index.htm#1

Model Mentality x Fountain House: Listen to Dr. Allie in conversation with Janell, a Fountain House member who spoke during our last episode on bipolar disorder and stigma, and Melodie Monrose, a fashion model and season 1 guest as they speak on mental health and communities of color, normalizing mental health in black or brown communities, the role of fountain house in her life, choosing providers that she can relate to and more. Today’s episode was created in collaboration with Fountain House. Fountain house is a national mental health nonprofit fighting to improve health, increase opportunity, and end social and economic isolation for people living with serious mental illness. Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links: Fountain House: https://fountainhouse.org/ Collage Re-entry Program: https://collegereentry.org/ Bipolar Disorder Resources from the NIMH: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/bipolar-disorder/ Follow Melodie Monrose on Instagram @melodiemonrose Follow Fountain House on Instagram @fountainhouse  Recommended Resources for BIPOC Mental Health from the Mental Health Coalition: https://www.thementalhealthcoalition.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/BIPOC-MENTAL-HEALTH_45.pdf

Model Mentality x Fountain House: Today’s episode was created in collaboration with Fountain House. Fountain house is a national mental health nonprofit fighting to improve health, increase opportunity, and end social and economic isolation for people living with serious mental illness. Listen to Dr. Allie in conversation with with Janell, a fountain house member, on how her mental health condition directly interfered with her freshman year of college, how she was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, the role of stigma in communities of color, and reconciling the diagnosis of bipolar disorder within herself and within her family. Also be sure to catch our the next episode with Season 1 guest Melodie Monrose speaking with Janell in our Let’s Get Real format about mental health, culture and stigma. Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links: Fountain House: https://fountainhouse.org/ Collage Re-entry Program: https://collegereentry.org/ Bipolar Disorder Resources from the NIMH: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/bipolar-disorder/

Listen to Dr. Allie and Bridget Malcolm as they reflect on their conversation with Clara McGregor from the previous episode, and as they speak on their takeaways, what anxiety is, the difference between anxiety and an anxiety disorder, when and how to get help and more! Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios.

Catch this bonus conversation with Dr. Allie interviewing her co-host Bridget Malcolm about going viral on Tik Tok, opening up about mental health, why she's speaking up, and more.  Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links: Follow Bridget Malcolm on Instagram @bridgetmalcolm.

Clara McGregor is an actress, producer and model and the oldest of Ewan McGregor's four daughters.  She studied photography at NYU and is most proud of starting her own production company called Deux Dames Entertainment. Listen to Dr. Allie and Bridget Malcolm in conversation with Clara McGregor as they speak about her anxiety starting in early childhood, her family life and modeling career, an abusive relationship and recovering from Xanax addiction. Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links: Follow Clara McGregor on IG @claramcgregor References for the 'Let's Get Clinical' segment: Ghandour RM, Sherman LJ, Vladutiu CJ, Ali MM, Lynch SE, Bitsko RH, Blumberg SJ. Prevalence and treatment of depression, anxiety, and conduct problems in U.S. children. The Journal of Pediatrics, 2018.

Listen to Dr. Allie and Bridget Malcolm as they reflect on their conversation with Pamela Bell from the previous episode, and as they speak on their takeaways, emotional health, communication within a family as a daughter and as a mother with Bridget and Pamela, and more!   Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. References: - Dr. Allie referenced @drbeckyathome on IG who is now at the IG handle @drbeckyatgoodinside. - The Mental Health Coalition: Follow on IG @mentalhealthcoalition - The Mood Meter by Dr. Mark Brackett: Follow on IG @themoodmeter

Pamela Bell is an entrepreneur, founding partner of the global, iconic brands Kate Spade and Jack Spade, founder of Prinkshop, and co-founder, creative partner and board member in Kenneth Cole’s Mental Health Coalition. Listen to Dr. Allie and Bridget Malcolm in conversation with Pamela Bell as they speak about her earlier family life and mental health, her partnership with Kate Spade who tragically died by suicide, and her work with the Mental Health Coalition. Pamela Bell founded Prinkshop to prove a model she calls “creative capitalism”, which creates advocacy graphics for our most pressing social issues and then translates them on to products that allow customers to wear what they care about. An entrepreneur from the start of her career,  Pamela was a founding partner of the global, iconic brands Kate Spade and Jack Spade. Pamela, Kate, Elyce Arons and Andy Spade started the business from her jeep and their loft in Tribeca. Her role there included leading and following, depending on the year, and spanned the scope of production management, retail store development, e-commerce, merchandising, multiple product global licensing, and retail design & roll-out, product development and merchandising. She co-founded the Bowery Arts Project and also sits on the Board of The American Theatre Wing, and is a Tony Voter. She is also a Disruptor Fellow at The Disruptor Awards, a member of the CFDA, served a 5 year term as a board member of Parsons and is a newly appointed Lang Center Innovation Fellow at The Columbia University School of Business. As a passionate supporter of Mental Health care for all, Pamela Joined Kenneth as a co-founder, creative partner and board member in the movement to destigmatize Mental Health Issues July, 2019 to form The Mental Health Coalition which was announced in October 2019 and officially launched May 15th, 2020. Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links: Mental Health Coalition: IG @mentalhealthcoalition; website: https://thementalhealthcoalition.org/; Resources: https://thementalhealthcoalition.org/resources/ References for the 'Let's Get Clinical' segment: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP): https://afsp.org/ Centers for Disease Control: https://www.cdc.gov/suicide/facts/index.html;  National Institute of Mental Health: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/ (NIMH) Suicide Prevention Lifeline: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

Listen to Dr. Allie and Bridget Malcolm as they reflect on their conversation with Natasha Silver Bell, and as they speak on alcohol and recovery. Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links: Follow Mind Studios on Instagram @mindstudiosny or www.mind-studios.com. Follow Model Mentality on Instagram @modelmentality. References: DSM 5: American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Substance-Related and Addictive Sisorders. In Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (5th ed.).

Natasha Silver Bell is a former model and founder of SilverBell Coaching, a coaching service that provides discreet emotional and behavioral support, through comprehensive strategies, for eating disorders, mental health disorders and substance abuse. Listen to Dr. Allie and Bridget Malcolm in conversation with Natasha Silver Bell as they speak about her experience with Substance Use, Recovery and Coaching. Natasha started modeling at the age of 16 and was signed with Ford Models. She has worked internationally and with brands like Valentino, Hermes, and Etro. Natasha has more than a decade of experience working in the field of addiction and is a member of the International Coaching Federation. Natasha understands firsthand the importance of creating a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental environment in which healing can happen. Her own recovery is what set her on the path to developing SilverBell Coaching and her life in service. She is a single mom residing on the Upper East Side of Manhattan raising her three teenage children. She’s an active philanthropist, a yoga and meditation practitioner, and an avid reader.  In addition to the transformative work at SilverBell Coaching, Natasha is a co-founder at Due North Quest and recently co-founded Youth Prevention Mentors (YPM). Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links: SilverBell Coaching: https://silverbellcoaching.com/ References for the 'Let's Get Clinical' segment: National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA): https://www.drugabuse.gov/

Jolie Jones is an American actress, producer, singer, and author and a former fashion model best known for her work as one of the first black models to be featured on the covers of magazines in the late 1960’s including Seventeen, and Mademoiselle. Listen to Dr. Allie Sharma and Bridget Malcolm in conversation with Jolie Jones as as she opens up on the untold story of Emotions, Substances and Sobriety. Jolie is a trailblazer in the modeling world and she is the daughter of legendary Quincy Jones. Since that time, Jolie has lived many lives and her career spans from the early days of modeling, acting, singing and becoming a mother to now being an artist and a grandmother. Jolie has decided to come onto this podcast to publicly disclose her lifelong battle with substances and alcohol.  Since she started modeling in her teens, using substances such as speed, prescription pills, and alcohol became a way of life which allowed her to escape from herself. And upon reflection, she hopes that by sharing her story, she can help educate young people on healthier ways to cope with stress and emotions. Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links: Follow Jolie at www.joliejones.com Follow Mind Studios on Instagram @mindstudiosny and @ModelMentality and www.mind-studios.com References for the 'Let's Get Clinical' segment: World Health Organization, Fact Sheet on Alcohol: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/alcohol National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism: https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/alcohols-effects-health/alcohol-use-disorder

Carine Holties is a supermodel from the 80’s who is best known for walking the runways for Donna Karen, Michael Kors, Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren, Azzedine Alaia and more. Listen to Dr. Allie and Bridget Malcolm in conversation with Carine Holties as they speak on her modeling career and her career trajectory after modeling, and two specific mental health topics: skin-picking and marijuana abuse both which served as means to cope with anxiety and stress during her early years. Carine was scouted in Amsterdam in her teens and eventually came to New York City where her modeling career took off.  She graced the covers of magazine such as Harpers, Cosmopolitan and Vogue.  In her late 20’s she decided to leave her modeling career behind and move back to the Netherlands. Since then she has embarked on a career as a news anchor, she became a mother and is now an artist and ceramicist. She is most proud of graduating from the esteemed Rietveld Art Academy at age 50, raising two incredible daughters, and trusting the universe. This episode is part of our post-modelism series on looking at life after modeling.  We hope you enjoy this episode. Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links: Follow Mind Studios on Instagram @mindstudiosny or www.mind-studios.com References for the 'Let's Get Clinical' segment: American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (5th ed.). Washington, DC Arnold LM, Auchenbach MB, McElroy SL. Psychogenic excoriation. Clinical features, proposed diagnostic criteria, epidemiology and approaches to treatment. CNS Drugs. 2001;15(5):351–359. Monitoring the Future survey https://www.drugabuse.gov/drug-topics/trends-statistics/monitoring-future U.S. National Institute of Drug Abuse https://www.drugabuse.gov/

Robyn Lawley is an international fashion model who has been modeling for over a decade and was the first "plus-sized" model ever to appear both in the pages of Sports Illustrated and on the cover of an Australian publication.   Listen to Dr. Allie and Bridget Malcolm in conversation with Robyn Lawley as they speak about her experience as a "plus-sized" model, on being a mother, on her diagnosis of Lupus and on her journey to a healthier way of living. Robyn is originally from Australia and has been on the cover of Italian Vogue, French Elle and Australia’s Madison magazine, and has appeared in ads for Ralph Lauren, Calzedonia, H&M and Mango. Please note that the contents of Model Mentality are for informational purposes only.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on Model Mentality. As always, if you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you’re having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately. The views and opinions expressed by guests of the podcast are those of each individual guest and do not reflect the views and opinions of Mind Studios or Dr. Allie Sharma and do not constitute an endorsement of such views and opinions. Thank you for listening to Model Mentality.  Model Mentality is brought to you by Mind Studios. Links:  Follow Robyn Lawley on Instagram @robynlawley. Follow Mind Studios on Instagram @mindstudiosny or www.mind-studios.com References for the 'Let's Get Clinical' segment: Centers for Disease Control (CDC) on Lupus https://www.cdc.gov/lupus/facts/detailed.html#symptoms Helmick CG, Felson DT, Lawrence RC, et al. Estimates of the prevalence of arthritis and other rheumatic conditions in the United States: Part I. Arthritis Rheum. 2008;58(1):15–25. National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) on Chronic Illness and Mental Health https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/chronic-illness-mental-health/index.shtml WHO on Preventing Non-Communicable Diseases https://www.who.int/activities/preventing-noncommunicable-diseases/