Navigating Mental Health – Angie Osborn

In today’s episode of Compassion & Courage, Marcus Engel speaks with Angie Osborn, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, discussing her journey in mental health, the importance of compassionate communication, and the need for integrated care. They explore the impact of mentorship, the stigma surrounding mental health, and the significance of active listening in supporting others. Angie shares her insights on managing emotional triggers and emphasizes the importance of kindness and understanding in healthcare and personal relationships. Key Moments00:00 – Introductions00:45 – Angie's Journey in Mental Health03:05 – Mentorship and Leadership in Healthcare05:10 – The Importance of Compassion and Grace09:12 – Witnessing Compassion15:45 – Understanding Mental Health Stigmas18:30 – Active Listening as a Tool for Support23:00 – Managing Triggers and Emotional Responses32:05 – “We are all, really, the same and we need be kinder to each other” Resources for you: More communication tips and resources for how to cultivate compassion: https://marcusengel.com/freeresources/Connect with Marcus on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcusengel/Connect with Angie on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/angie-o-b692a223aLearn more about Unwind Your Mind Psychiatry Clinic: UYM-Clinic.comLearn more about the Mom & Mitchell Foundation: https://momandmitchell.org/Learn more about Marcus’ Books: https://marcusengel.com/store/Subscribe to our podcast through Apple: https://bit.ly/MarcusEngelPodcastSubscribe to our podcast through YouTube: https://bit.ly/Youtube-MarcusEngelPodcast More about Angie:Angie Osborn, APRN, PMHNP-BC, is the founder of Unwind Your Mind Psychiatry & Wellness in Yukon, where she delivers compassionate, inclusive, and nonjudgmental mental health care to individuals ages 5 to 99, with a special focus on children and adolescents. With nearly 20 years of nursing experience, Angie's journey began at 17 when she enrolled in an LPN program, graduating in 2006. This marked the start of her dedicated career in nursing and mental health.Determined to advance her education, Angie earned an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) in 2010. Despite facing various challenges, she persevered with resilience and determination—a trait inherited from her mother. Initially focusing on critical care and cardiac issues, she soon recognized a significant lack of support for the mental health community, particularly in Oklahoma, which inspired her to address this gap.Angie values the importance of having healthcare providers who reflect and understand the diverse communities they serve. In 2015, she completed her bachelor's degree and discovered a passion for psychiatry. Driven by the critical need for mental health resources in her community, she earned her master's degree in psychiatry from Maryville University in 2022.Her psychiatry experience began in 2023 at an urgent care and primary care clinic in Yukon, Oklahoma, where she honed her skills in comprehensive patient care and developed a deeper understanding of diverse health needs. Angie launched her clinic in October 2025, offering medication management and psychotherapy services. Her dedication to fostering a supportive environment for mental wellness continues to inspire her work.2/10/2025 Compassion & Courage: Conversations in Healthcare Ep 161 – Navigating Mental Health – Angie Osborn