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How Did We Get Here?
by Dr. Adrian Mesa, CEO AMP Mental Health
Welcome to the Punched in the Face Podcast, hosted by Dr. Adrian Mesa. Inspired by Mike Tyson’s words, “Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face,” we explore the raw and authentic stories of the human experience. Each episode features guests sharing their journeys through unexpected life circumstances that challenge their resilience. These stories of struggle and hope remind us that we all face our own metaphorical punches. Join us as we aim to inspire, break the stigma surrounding mental health, and create a space for honest conversation, connection, and healing.
Episodes
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Vincent Michael | Firefighter | NYC | Life Lessons |
What a story to tell. From growing up in New York City and have nothing going on in life, no plans, no path, to becoming a firefighter and a role model for his family and kids. Dealing with all sorts of family and personal matters, Vincent rises up to the task and today he shares his story. Full...
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FIU Free Game | Conversation With Students | NP | Experiences | Questions | Mental Health
As these two students get closer to the end of their time at FIU, with graduation at their doorsteps, they are full of questions regarding the actual job. What is like to be a Nurse Practitioner? Pediatrics or Adults? A conversation filled with insights coming from a lot of years of experience....
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103RD Street Tire Center | The Family's Business | 3 Generations In the Works | Life Lessons
This video is somewhat more personal. Welcome to my family's business. The Tire Shop has been operating since 1989, nonstop, everyday. 3 Generations taking care of this places. What started with my grandfather, passed down to my father and now my brother. Enjoy this episode on all platforms.
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Melissa Rivera | Type 1 Bipolar Disorder | Suicide Survival Story | Mental Health Advocate
With a really hard story to tell, Melissa sits in the Podcast Room a year after she was first hospitalized. Dealing with her own thoughts, not really sure of what to do and carrying the weight of a mental disorder, Melissa pulled through the dark times. An inspiring story filled with emotions and...
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Klaus Blandon | Neuro Physical Therapist | Entrepreneur | Gaitway PT
It all started with the desire to know more, to have answers as to how to treat minor discomforts that often occur during personal training. Now, Klaus is a Physical Therapist who specializes in patients who had a brain injury and as a result their motor abilities have been disrupted or lost....
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Sheryl Hidalgo PART 2 | Miami Native | Nurse Practitioner | Entrepreneur
From ER to Empowerment: Sheryl Hidalgo in Conversation with Dr. Adrian MesaIn this heartfelt and uplifting episode, Board Certified Nurse Practitioner Sheryl Hidalgo reconnects with her former professor, Dr. Adrian Mesa, for a conversation that goes far beyond the exam room. Born and raised in...
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Paulina De Valensart | Fitness Coach | Nutrition | Hard Work vs Short Gratification |
Paulina De Valensart has a great story to tell, starting from the change in eating habits after her arrival to the US to her realization regarding the methods she needed to implement to stay healthy and fit. A passion for exercise, nutrition and the desire to help others achieve their goals. Her...
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Eduardo Mauri | Stage 3 Cancer | Holistic Treatment | Cancer Recovery | Life as a Cancer Patient
Welcome to a new episode of the Podcast. This episode hits close as I have a very good conversation with Eduardo Mauri, a friend who is currently battling with Stage 3 Rectum Cancer.If you would like to support Eduardo and his family through this difficult time, please leave a donation on his Go...
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Ep 49: Sheryl Hidalgo | Miami Native, Nurse Practitioner, Aesthetic Entrepreneur
From ER to Empowerment: Sheryl Hidalgo in Conversation with Dr. Adrian MesaIn this heartfelt and uplifting episode, Board Certified Nurse Practitioner Sheryl Hidalgo reconnects with her former professor, Dr. Adrian Mesa, for a conversation that goes far beyond the exam room. Born and raised in...
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Ep 48 Guest on First Alarm Foundation with Carolyn Acosta and Jen Herrera
Today, I had the incredible honor of being a guest on the @firstalarmfamilyfirst Podcast with the hosts @carolynacosta and @mrsjenherreratv . We dove deep into the vital topic of mental health—an issue that affects us all, yet often remains in the shadows. During our conversation, we explored the...
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Ep 47 Jessica Tagle | Why Wait Til Friday Founder, Marriage and Family Therapist, Entrepreneur
Welcome to today's episode of the "Finding Balance Podcast," hosted by Dr. Adrian Mesa and proudly sponsored by AMP Mental Health. At AMP Mental Health, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care, including therapy and psychiatric services. Our services are available both...
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Ep 46 Antonello Bonci | Gia Healthcare Co-Founder, TMS Specialist, Former Scientific Director of National Institute for Drug Abuse
AMP Mental Health proudly sponsors the "Finding Balance" podcast. In the upcoming episode, Dr. Adrian Mesa, APRN, founder of AMP Mental Health, sits down with Antonello Bonci, an Italian-American neurologist and neuropsychopharmacologist renowned for his pioneering research on the long-term…
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Ep 45 Dr. Adrian Mesa | On Entrepreneurship
In the latest episode of the Finding Balance podcast, Dr. Adrian Mesa, the visionary behind AMP Mental Health, shifts the spotlight onto entrepreneurship. This insightful discussion delves into multifaceted topics, from prioritizing patient and employee well-being to navigating personal…
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Ep 44 Dr. Adrian Mesa | AMP Mental Health| Solo Talk on Starting Over
In this episode of the Finding Balance podcast, Dr. Adrian Mesa, the visionary behind AMP Mental Health, offers profound insights into the art of embracing fresh starts in life. As he explores the theme of starting over, Dr. Mesa delves into the intricacies of leaving behind the past and…
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Ep 43 Sean Casey | Owner of Raw Fit 305 | Former Inmate | Self Proclaimed "Best Trainer in the World"
Welcome to the Finding Balance Podcast, brought to you by AMP Mental Health, a leading Miami-based mental health practice offering therapy and psychiatry services across Florida. In this episode, Dr. Adrian Mesa sits down with the remarkable Sean Casey, a Miami native with a powerful story of...
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Ep 42 Dr. Cesar Delgado Afaneh | Plastic Surgeon from Caracas Venezuela, Cofounder Elementhal Spa
In the upcoming episode of the "Finding Balance" podcast, Dr. Adrian Mesa, the founder of AMP Mental Health, engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Cesar Delgado Afaneh, a plastic surgeon practicing across multiple cities in Venezuela, including Caracas, Barquisimeto, Acarigua, and San...
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Ep. 41 Erick Passo | Serial Entrepreneur, Hustler, Key Biscayne Native, Family Man
In the upcoming episode of the Finding Balance Podcast, hosted by Dr. Adrian Mesa and proudly sponsored by AMP Mental Health, we have the pleasure of featuring Erick Passo. Originally born in Brazil and raised in Key Biscayne until his teenage years, Erick embarked on a journey of…
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EP. 40 KEN COATS | CEO of KENTECH, Background and Investigative Expert, Chicago Native, Mentor, Innovator
In this latest episode of the Finding Balance podcast, hosted by Dr. Adrian Mesa and proudly sponsored by AMP Mental Health, we engage in a captivating conversation with Kenn Coats, the founder of Kentech, a global investigative firm specializing in background checks for various entities…
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EP. 38 Crystal Varellas | GROUP FITNESS TRAINER, DANCER, FOUNDER OF TOTALL TRANSFORM
In the latest episode of the "Finding Balance" podcast, sponsored by AMP Mental Health and hosted by Dr. Adrian Mesa, the spotlight turns to Crystal Varellas—a dynamic individual serving as a group fitness trainer, social media influencer, and the visionary behind "Totall Transform." This unique...
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Ep. 37 Jesse Tarr | Father, Entrepreneur, Certifified GC, and Owner of City Permit
In the latest episode of the "Finding Balance" podcast, Dr. Adrian Mesa engages in a riveting conversation with Jesse Tarr, the mastermind behind "City Permit," a company revolutionizing the permit game for contractors. A dual force as a General Contractor and a single father, Jesse's narrative...
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Ep. 36 Diego Day | "King of the Rizz"- Followers 1M TIK TOK , 300K YOUTUBE, 500K IG FOLLOWERS
Welcome to another episode of the Finding Balance Podcast! I'm Dr. Adrian Mesa, CEO, owner, and founder of AMP Mental Health, where we're dedicated to helping people from all walks of life find their balance through therapy and psychiatry. Today, we have a fascinating guest who's making waves on...
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Ep. 35 Dr. Denise Suarez | Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor, Acupuncturist, Herbal Medicine Specialist
Join us in this insightful episode as we dive into the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine with Dr. Denise Suarez. A seasoned practitioner specializing in herbal medicine, acupuncture, and precise lab interpretation, Dr. Suarez shares her unique journey—from owning a CrossFit gym to becoming a...
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Ep. 34 Jose Antonio "Tony" Firpi | CEO/ Founder- Devious Elements Apparel
Join us in this episode of Finding Balance as we sit down with Jose Antonio "Tony" Firpi, a seasoned Photographer, Graphic Designer, and Art Director with over 12 years of creative expertise. In this episode of Finding Balance, Tony introduces us to his unique creation—Shark Boards, charcuterie...
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Ep. 33. Dr. Marcos Mendez | Doctor of Pharmacy , Childhood Friend, 2Pac Impersonator, A Real One
What up!!! Marcos, your'e probably the one person that is gonna listen to this (Lmao). Here we are shooting the shit with my childhood homie, a man's name who is synonymous with Tupac, Dr. Marcos Mendez, a Pharm D who's as Hialeah as cafecito and croquetas. We're diving into the wild times we had...
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Ep. 32. Pauline De Valensart | Certified Personal Trainer/ Functional Medicine Health Coach
Join us on a transformative journey with Pauline De Valensart, a functional medicine health coach and certified personal trainer. Originally from Belgium, Pauline shares her unique perspective on health and wellness after relocating to the vibrant city of Miami. In this episode, we explore her...
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Solo Rant- Entrepreneurship
My name is Dr. Adrian Mesa. I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner, a father, a photographer, a fitness enthusiast, an Army veteran, a former professor at the University of Miami, and en entrepreneur. I am the CEO and Founder of AMP Mental Health. We are a mental health office based in Miami,...
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Ep. 31. Paola Lopez | Doctoral Candidate in Clinical Psychology, Researcher, Mental Health Advocate
In this insightful podcast episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Paola Lopez, a doctoral candidate in psychology at Albizu University. Born in Colombia and having migrated to the USA at a young age, Paola's personal journey informs her professional focus on Trauma-Informed Care (TIC)....
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Ep. 30. Chef Richard Ingraham | Celebrity Chef, Author, Hustler
In this episode, we dive into the captivating journey of Chef Richard Ingraham, a Miami native with a lifelong passion for culinary arts. Trained at the Art Institute of Atlanta, he embarked on his career as a private chef. Not only is he responsible for planning the diet of Miami Heat star…
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Ep. 29. Nelson Cuadras | Podcaster, Writer, Handstand Extraordinaire
Nelson Cuadras, the host of the Daily Practice podcast, joins me on the Finding Balance podcast. In this episode, we dive into the power of vulnerability, the significance of seeking therapy, and the value of complete transparency in the therapeutic process. Nelson shares his journey to sobriety...
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Ep. 28. Alex Roque | Certified Personal Trainer, Former Bartender, My Brother from another Mother
Alex and I catch up at our one year anniversary of the podcast. We do what we always do, talk life, lift each other up, share vulnerabilities, and make one another better men. I wouldn't be where I am today without this guy. He's definitely someone pursuing life, embracing the struggle of...
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Ep. 27. Isa Otero | Fitness Model, Digital Creator, Fitness Enthusiast, Survivor
In this episode of the "Finding Balance Podcast," we introduce you to Isa Otero, a bikini model on Instagram whose life took a dramatic turn after being hit by a car while running. This accident didn't break her spirit; it ignited a fierce determination to embrace life to the fullest. Following…
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EP. 26 Giselle Gonzalez | Licensed mental health counselor, alligator trainer, mixed martial artist.
In today's episode, we are thrilled to have the opportunity to speak with Gisele Gonzalez, a licensed mental health counselor, alligator trainer, and mixed martial artist. Gisele's diverse range of interests has taken her on an extraordinary journey. From completing her masters-level training in...
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Ep. 25 Melissa Rivera | Videographer, Photographer, Author & Mental Health Advocate
Melissa Rivera is a multi-talented individual who wears many hats as an author, videographer, photographer, and mental health advocate. Melissa specifically reached out to Dr. Adrian Mesa to come on the Finding Balance Podcast and, for the first time, publicly discuss her experience of living…
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Ep. 24 Cameron Adams | Personal Boxing Trainer / Model
In this inspiring episode of our podcast, we sit down with Cameron Adams, a personal boxing trainer who has worked with some of the most prestigious gyms in the country, including Anatomy, Gotham, Lion Heart, and Rumble. Not only is Cameron an accomplished trainer, but he is also a professional...
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Ep. 23 Darryl Stingley | Professional Parkour Athlete
We had the incredible honor of hosting Darryl Stingley, a world-renowned parkour athlete, on our podcast. You can find Darryl on Instagram under the handle @iamwavezilla, where he showcases his jaw-dropping skills in parkour. Darryl's passion for superheroes and comic books inspired him to pursue...
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Ep. 22 Interviewing Dr. Klaus Blandon | Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Klaus Blandon is a Doctor of Physical Therapy. He has a vast array of experience working with patients with neurological conditions, such as strokes or brain injuries, but is also well versed in orthopedics and sports injuries. Additionally, Dr. Blandon is a trained wellness coach and aims to...
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Ep. 21 Interviewing Andrea Arostegui | Wedding Photographer and Cohost of The Breaking Bread Podcast
Andrea Arostegui is a wedding photographer, a creator, and a DIY extraordinaire. She builds, designs, photographs and creates. She does it all! In fact, Andrea and her friend Dubraska launched a podcast of their own called "The Breaking Bread Podcast" which you should definitely check out! She’s...
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Ep. 20 Interviewing Gabriel Robledo (XIII) | Music Producer, Videographer/Photographer
Gabriel Robledo is a Music Producer by the name XIII, Videographer & Photographer. With a musically inclined family, his love for music began in 6th grade through to obtaining a Bachelor's in Audio Production. His journey is one for the books! After working an entire decade at Apple, he parted…
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Ep. 19 Ramses Principe | Destined for Greatness, the journey of an online fitness pioneer.
This episode of AMPed Up podcast bring us to one of Miami's biggest fitness influencer and entrepreneur, Ramses Principe. We cover his journey beginning in the University of the Cumberlands in Williamsburg, Kentucky where a career ending injury torpedo his dreams of becoming a pro at the NFL.…
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Ep. 18 Hector Mendez | From Real Estate to the Music Business.
In this episode we get to talk one of my oldest friends, the one and only Hector Mendez. We begin by reminiscing about our upbringing in Hialeah and by asking the question that has been on my mind for a long time. How the hell does Hector makes a living? As an entrepreneur, Hector oversaw the...
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Ep. 17 Gabriel Russo | The challenges of a young entrepreneur.
On this episode of AMPed Up Podcast we sat down with Gabriel Russo, a young entrepreneur and co-host of “ The Mindset Podcast”. We discuss themes in entrepreneurship such as hard work, setting an example as a leader and quality of life over monetary value. We also explore Gabe’s personal journey....
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Ep. 16 Dr. Juan Guzman | Becoming a Physical Therapist, the shifting practice of physical therapy & the personal and societal costs of sedentary lifestyles.
This episode of AMPed Up Podcast brings my friend and my most trusted Physical Therapist, Dr. Juan Guzman. Dr. Juan Guzman has been in the fitness industry for the past 12 years and has worked in many different facilities as a coach as well as consultant, including: Orangetheory fitness, Barry’s...
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Ep. 15 Irwin Rivera | Becoming a UFC fighter, experiencing psychosis, redemption at Eagle FC
This episode of AMPed Up Podcast brings us another long awaited guest: Irwin Rivera. Irwin is a mixed martial artist currently competing in the Bantamweight division of Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Eagle FC. He’s a former Titan FC champion and former UFC fighter. In this episode, we talk with Irwin…
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Ep. 14 Dr. Lina Haji | Becoming a Forensic Psychologist & working in the prison system
This episode of the AMPed Up Podcast brings us the person behind one of our team’s favorite psych accounts to follow: Dr. Lina Haji, licensed clinical psychologist and the face of @rise_psychological_services Dr. Lina Haji specializes in “psychodiagnostic assessment, forensic assessment, dual...
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Ep. 13 Mojo | Raising a teenager, becoming a professional artist & healing through art
On this episode of AMPed Up Podcast we sat down with Mojo, a professional contemporary artist based in Miami. To be honest, we thought this episode was going to be focused on art, but it took a pleasantly surprising turn right from the start as Mojo opens up about all things fatherhood. From...
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Ep. 12 Dr. Juan Lesende | The Dark Night of the Soul, depression, becoming a psychologist
Today’s episode brings us our office neighbor, Dr. Juan Lesende, or Juan, as he prefers. Juan is a psychologist and the CEO and founder of Adaptive Center, an IOP (intensive outpatient treatment) center in Miami that focuses on depression, anxiety and depression. A Cuba native, Juan recounts what...
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Ep. 11 Vikina | Life after Reina De La Cancion, being a Latin EDM pioneer, empowering women through music
This episode of AMPed Up brings us Miami singer and actress, Vikina. Vikina has been performing and writing music for over 10 years. Most recently, she was a semi-finalist on Reina De La Cancion, a singing contest on Univision produced by Daddy Yankee and featuring judges Joss Favela, Natti…
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Ep. 10 Marly Q | The importance of kindness, social entrepreneurship, & the true meaning of self-care
On this episode of AMPed Up Podcast we’re covering all things kindness, mental health, and self-care with Marly Q. A self-proclaimed Kindness Influencer, Marly is an event planner, personal/professional development coach, founder of The Park Project, and host of Time To Be Kind. From the…
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Ep 09. Nedal Ahmad | Entrepreneurship mindset, life after Pincho Factory, parenthood, men's mental health
For this episode of AMPed Up Podcast we brought on Nedal Ahmad, an entrepreneur and lifelong childhood friend of Dr. Mesa. This intimate conversation covers everything from Nedal’s time in Palestine as a child, parenthood, business, men’s mental health and more. A co-founder of Pincho Factory…
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Episode 08. Ashley Vega
Ashley Vega is the newest addition to AMP Group's marketing team–literally, this was her first day! We're thrilled to kick-off her role as Social Media Coordinator at AMP with this impromptu episode alongside Dr. Adrian Mesa. While a shorter episode than what audiences are used to, this...
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Welcome to the Punched in the Face Podcast, hosted by Dr. Adrian Mesa. Inspired by Mike Tyson’s words, “Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face,” we explore the raw and authentic stories of the human experience. Each episode features guests sharing their journeys through unexpected life circumstances that challenge their resilience. These stories of struggle and hope remind us that we all face our own metaphorical punches. Join us as we aim to inspire, break the stigma surrounding mental health, and create a space for honest conversation, connection, and healing.
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Dr. Adrian Mesa, CEO AMP Mental Health
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