The Force for Good
The need for mental health solutions is greater than ever. The Force for Good is a podcast that breaks down topics related to our own mental health and the well-being of the communities we belong to and love. Episodes feature insightful conversations, personal experiences, expertise, and strategies covering a wide range of mental health themes. Tune in as host Rick Gertsema, Senior Mental Health Adviser at the Miller-Dwan Foundation, and his guests share transformative information that you can apply in your life.
- Update frequency
- every 36 days
- Average duration
- 28 minutes
- Episodes
- 9
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Empowering Communities Through Mental Health Advocacy
In this episode of The Force for Good, Rick Gertsema interviews Jordan Johnson, who shares his personal journey from a challenging childhood to a commitment to community service and mental health adv…
Mental Health Advocacy
In this conversation, Rick Gertsma and Ashlie Castaldo discuss the critical importance of mental health in preventing social issues such as drug usage and homelessness. Ashlie shares her personal jou…
Mental Health Healing Doesn't Need to be Complicated
In this episode of The Force for Good, Rick Gertsema, along with Traci Marciniak and Dr. Adam Brown, discuss the importance of mental health awareness and the idea that healing does not need to be co…
Championing Children's Mental Health
Tracy Litman, a public school social worker, shares her journey and passion for helping others, particularly adolescents. She emphasizes the importance of not holding oneself hostage to the past and …
The Power of Simultaneity: Creating New Possibilities
Gary Hubbell, a consultant, discusses his work with non-profit organizations and the importance of simplifying complexity, unifying teams, and embracing transformative change. He highlights the conce…
40 Years of Behavioral Health: A Journey of Compassion and Impact
Rick Gertsema, Senior Mental Health Advisor at the Miller-Dwan Foundation, shares his 40-year career in behavioral health and his passion for helping people. He discusses the importance of creating a…
Zak Williams: A Journey of Mental Health Advocacy
Zak Williams, mental health advocate and founder of PYM (Prepare Your Mind), shares his personal journey and the importance of mental health awareness and support. He discusses his own struggles with…
Community-Based Mental Health Care
Summary
This conversation explores the work of the Miller-Dwan Foundation in the field of mental health, specifically their collaboration with Dr. Brandon Kohrt and Dr. Adam Brown on the implementatio…
History + Mission of the Miller-Dwan Foundation
The conversation explores the history and mission of the Miller-Dwan Foundation, the strategic planning process, the HopeX initiative, the role of the Senior Mental Health Advisor, the multi-phase ap…