J. Flowers Health Institute
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Podcasts
Dr. Louise Stanger – The Family Whisperer: The Importance Of Good Family Work [Episode 77]
Clinician, social worker, best-selling author, keynote speaker and interventionist, Dr. Louise Stanger returns to the show to share the work she is doing to help individuals and families thrive.
Dr. Louise explains the process of ‘family mapping’ and why she is so passionate about doing really good family work. She talks about the importance of taking care of yourself both mentally and physically and shares her ‘why.’
The Psychology Behind Medical Weight Loss with Dr. Jon Stevens
Dr. Jon Stevens is triple board-certified in adult psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, and obesity medicine. With a strong background in psychopharmacology and advanced diagnostic tools, Dr. Stevens strives to blend the art and science of psychiatric care.
Today, Dr. Jon joins the show to discuss the psychology behind medical weight loss, the game changing interventions available today in obesity medicine, and best practices we all can implement to lead healthier and happier lifestyles.
Harry Chau Stafford & Mel Arenas – Creating Life-Changing Development [Episode 75]
Mel Arenas is a respiratory therapist, personal trainer, healthcare consultant and Principal CoFounder at BreatheFit Training. Harry Chau Stafford is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer, Principal Owner & CoFounder at BreatheFit Training.
Today, Harry and Mel join the show to discuss the work they both do at BreatheFit Training, rehabilitation cases they’ve worked on recently, and the connection between mind and body.
Dr. Clay Ardoin And Moe Schlachter – Understanding Your ‘Why’ To Sustain Healthy Habits [Episode 74]
Dr. Clay Ardoin is a physical therapist who uses his manual therapy skills, teachings in physical therapy, continued studies in functional movement diagnostics, as well as strength and conditioning, to bridge the gap between rehabilitation and returning to performance training.
Moe Schlachter is a registered nutritionist and dietician who obtained his Masters of Nutrition degree at Texas Woman’s University. He is a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES formerly known as CDE).
Today, Dr. Clay Ardoin and Moe Schlachter join the show to discuss New Year’s Resolutions, strategies to maintain those resolutions throughout the year, the importance of nutrition and exercise and how to differentiate between pain and soreness when working out.
Dr. James Flowers addresses the impact of traumatizing social media posts
Topics of Discussion: Recent live streams and posts of graphic content online have made it possible to become traumatized from browsing on social media. Celebrity psychotherapist, Dr. James Flowers, addresses how we can protect ourselves and our families from this harmful content.
Your Health First: At the Leading Edge of Liver Transplant Medicine with Dr. Joseph Galati
Dr. Joseph Galati is a liver disease expert, speaker, radio host, entrepreneur, and author devoted to the care of patients with all facets of liver diseases, obesity, fatty liver, and related disorders. Since 2003, Dr. Galati has been a familiar voice on Texas radio airwaves, producing and hosting Your Health First every Sunday evening on the program’s flagship station, 740 KTRH in Houston.
Today, Dr. Galati joins the show to share what inspired him to specialize in the liver, the incredible leading-edge work he is doing in liver transplant medicine, and to debunk the stigma behind diseases such as hepatitis and cirrhosis.
Brenda Valiente – Transforming Society, One Woman, Child, And Family At A Time [Episode 72]
Brenda Valiente is a nonprofit leader dedicated to the advancement of all people and transforming society into a place without poverty and homelessness. With her leadership and passion for serving the women and children of Miriam’s House, Brenda has helped expand the base of support for the organization and helped provide a safe, sober home for more than 350 families.
Today, Brenda joins the show to share the origin story of Miriam’s House as well as some of the amazing success stories she’s had the privilege of witnessing during her time there. Brenda speaks to her own experience becoming a mother, upcoming charity events and how others can help support Miriam’s House.
Maintaining Mental Health in Uncertain Times – Dr. Flowers NBCLX Interview
Dr. Flowers explains how to manage mental health in the face of challenging times.
Dr. Harvey Rosenstock And Daniel Shepley – Somewhere Over The Rainbow: Trust, Understanding & Relationships In Psychiatry [Episode 71]
Dr. Harvey Rosenstock has practiced psychiatry for more than sixty years. He also became an ordained rabbi at the tender age of 73. Daniel Shepley is currently a contract specialist for the United States Navy, has two degrees from Penn State, and is the author of The Other Side of Sanity.
Today, they both join Dr. James Flowers to share the incredible story of how they entered each other’s lives, what inspired Dr. Harvey to pursue psychiatry and why comprehensive diagnostic evaluations are key to healing.
Passion, Inspiration & Strengthening Mother-Daughter Relationships With Lacey Tezino [Episode 70]
Lacey Tezino is an experienced technology leader with a passion for promoting healthier mother-daughter relationships. Lacey believes that technology can be used in beautiful ways to enhance our lives and make mental health care more accessible and convenient. She has worked as the Director of IT and Clinical Applications Manager for the Menninger Clinic, one of the top 10 psychiatric hospitals in the country.
Today, Lacey joins the show to speak to the work she is currently doing pouring every creative ounce into the success of Passport Journeys, a company focused on the mother-daughter relationship through teletherapy, live events and more.
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Official Biography for Dr. James Flowers
For nearly three decades, Dr. James Flowers has been one of the most recognized and respected names in the field of chronic pain, addiction, and pain recovery. With his broad educational background and extensive experience in evaluating and treating mental health, chronic pain, and co-occurring addiction, he is recognized as an expert.
Dr. Flowers has completed several fellowships in behavioral pain management and has completed clinical rotations at the top healthcare institutions in the country.
He developed mental health, pain, and addiction recovery programs for some of the country’s best-known healthcare and addiction treatment centers. He directed medical and clinical programs integrating evaluation, diagnosis, and healthcare planning with treatment to promote successful recovery.
Dr. Flowers co-founded several well-known, exclusive treatment programs throughout the country, dedicated to his passion – that of designing multidisciplinary mental health and addiction treatment with medical and clinical protocols – to help individuals suffering from mental health, addiction, chronic pain, and other underlying disorders, successfully recover. With a demonstrated commitment to creating positive change in the lives of his clients, he is dedicated to progressive healthcare, human healing, and developing healthcare systems that best serve this population.
Dr. Flowers has been executing the protocol for assessments and evaluations for many years. Still, in founding J. Flowers Health Institute, he has advanced the process to satisfy a great void – to provide truly comprehensive assessment and evaluation for those who need a diagnosis and develop post-evaluation treatment recommendations. Having spent over 28 years in the medical and clinical community, Dr. Flowers is uniquely qualified to assemble some of the finest health care professionals in the world to perform these evaluations and provide treatment.
Over the years, Dr. Flowers’ passion and dedication to his clients, as well as his unique approach, has earned him an exceptional reputation as one of the nation’s premier experts. He is a popular public speaker and lecturer to audiences across the United States and abroad and has led an exceptional and distinguished career.
Dr. Flowers’ latest endeavor is hosting his weekly podcast “Understanding the Human Condition.” In each episode of Understanding the Human Condition, Dr. Flowers and his most-admired mentors, respected colleagues, and VIP guests share valuable insight into underlying health causes, conditions, and issues. These in-depth yet approachable episodes are an excellent resource for both private individuals and industry professionals.
“Everything is about you. Everything is about your health.” – Dr. James Flowers
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