Eyes Wide Open: From Psych Rx Researcher to Holistic Psychotherapist a conversation with Kelli Foulkrod

Send us Fan MailUnlock the transformative power of holistic mental health as we sit down with Kelly Foulkrod, a licensed holistic psychotherapist from Austin, Texas. Kelly takes us through her innovative therapeutic approach that marries internal family systems, somatic experiencing, and psychodynamic methods with the healing essence of nature and organic farming. Discover her trailblazing project to develop an intensive outpatient program on a farm, designed to reconnect individuals with the earth as a path to mental well-being.Peek behind the curtain of the pharmaceutical industry with us as Kelly exposes the unsettling practices that often remain hidden from the public eye. Through gripping personal anecdotes and professional insights, we reveal how ethical compromises in pharmaceutical research can impact mental health treatment. The discussion sheds light on the long-term consequences of dependency-inducing medications and underscores the urgency of seeking transparent, alternative healing practices.Venture into the historical context and current challenges of psychiatry, particularly its roots in America and the pervasive influence of mainstream medicine on perinatal mental health. Kelly’s personal journey, from battling medical misinformation to advocating for holistic care, serves as an inspiring narrative on the importance of a mother’s intuition and the need for support groups among therapists. Engage with a wealth of actionable insights and heartfelt stories that promise to enrich your understanding of mental health care.We're recruiting for a first-of-its-kind psychiatric medication withdrawal research study. If you've experienced psychiatric medication withdrawal, you may be eligible to participate.  Email [email protected] to learn more.  Savorista Coffee is offering our listeners 25% off their premium craft decaf and half caf blends with bold flavors, ethically sourced beans, and natural decaffeination. Small-batch roasted for exceptional taste. EUse promo code GASLIT at checkout! https://savorista.com/discount/GASLIT 💊 Ready to Deprescribe Your Psych Meds?Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.Support the showAre you tired of being gaslit and want to DEEP THROAT some more truth? We want to hear from you!  Message us your gaslit stories at [email protected] you are at it, Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @thegaslittruthpodcast.  Be sure to Hit that subscribe button and get alerts for more episodes! Thanks for listening!Follow Us individually atDr. Teralyn:Instagram @Dr_TeralynFacebook  @DrTeralynTik Tok @Dr_TeralynTherapist Jenn: Instagram @TherapistJenTikTok @Jenn.Schmitz