The BIO Girls Blog
Small Towns & Mental Health | Feat. Rebecca Undem
A heartfelt conversation spotlighting mental health, community strength, and the nurturing of local networks. Rebecca and her honest insights lead us through the challenges and joys of enhancing rural life and mental health. Get inspired as we explore how to build a brighter, more supportive tomorrow together.
Navigating Family Talks | feat. Dr. Ender Raghib
Dive into the art of non-confrontational communication with Dr. Ender Raghib. Get expert insights on fostering mental wellness in families, dealing with children's emotions, and balancing assertiveness with empathy. Tune in and equip yourself with the tools for building stronger, happier family bonds.
Transforming Trauma | feat. Laurie Robinson Sammons
Explore the physiological and intergenerational impacts of trauma, and discover pathways to resilience and healing through a blend of personal stories and expert insights with our guest speaker Laurie Robinson Sammons.
Proactive Mental Health Strategies for Adults and Kids | feat. Tiffaney Holm
Dive deep with Tiffaney Holm as we unravel the stigma behind mental health and explore proactive strategies for both adults and children. Tiffaney sheds light on harnessing resources for support and the power of opening up. Tune in for an empowering dialogue on mental well-being!
Overcoming Adversity: A BIO Girl's Journey to Empowerment | Missy Heilman & Gabby Wolf
Dive into Gabby Wolf's inspiring story, a BIO Girls participant who transformed from a shy kid to a mentor. In this heartwarming episode, Gabby discusses overcoming school struggles, the impact of mentorship, and paying it forward.
Navigating Social Media's Impact on Mental Health | feat. Dr. David Harari, MD, MSB & Amber Blomberg
Dive into an insightful conversation on the profound relationship between social media and mental wellness, especially during Mental Health Awareness Month. Discover the balancing act between the benefits and pitfalls of our digital lives in this episode with Dr. David Harari, MD, MSB & Amber Blomberg of BCBS ND!
Helping Parents Understand and Talk about Sexual Abuse and Exploitation | The BIO Girls Podcast
Laurie Robinson-Sammons has spent 50 years in the education field as a teacher, curriculum specialist, and adjunct university professor of education. In this episode, Laurie spends time helping parents understand and talk about sexual abuse and exploitation.
Adopting a Growth Mindset in Extracurricular Activities | The BIO Girls Podcast
Dr. Erin Haugen is a Licensed Psychologist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant. She is joining us again for an episode covering growth mindset and tools to help your teen adopt this mindset when it comes to extracurricular activities.
Use of Technology in Families | The BIO Girls Podcast
Dr. Ender Raghib is a Pediatrician and the owner of Pinnacle Health Care. In this episode, Ender covers the topic of technology use in families.
Suicide | The BIO Girls Podcast
Melissa Dahl is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor at Mindful Healing & Consulting. In this episode, Melissa covers the topic of suicide.
Weinmann Family | The BIO Girls Podcast
The Weinmann Family episode includes four Weinmann family members. Kaaryn is an Elementary School teacher who is mentoring for her third year with BIO Girls. She’s joined by her three daughters.
Mental Health of Girls: Why BIO Girls Is Needed | The BIO Girls Podcast
Dr. Stephanie Hanson is a Pediatrician. In this episode, Dr. Hanson covers the state of mental health in girls in North Dakota and what she sees in her line of work, how she discovered BIO Girls, and her personal experience with the program.
High-Achieving Girls | The BIO Girls Podcast
Dr. Erin Haugen is a Licensed Psychologist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant. In this episode, Erin covers the topic of high-achieving girls, with tangible takeaways for parents on how to support them.
Nutrition and Mental Health Connections | The BIO Girls Podcast
Jennifer is a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner and Certified Nurse Midwife at Essentia Health. In this episode, Jen covers the many connections between nutrition and mental health and shares tips for parents, families, and individuals alike.
Mind-Body Connection | The BIO Girls Podcast
Amanda is a Mental Health Therapist. In this episode, Amanda covers the mind-body connection and outlines ways to help motivate kids to exercise.
Mental Health Awareness Month with Pediatrician Dr. Becca Bakke
Dr. Bakke has been a board-certified pediatrician for 11 years. She’s currently working at Sanford Health. She is a wife and mother to four kids including two BIO Girls. This episode covers important information that parents should know about mental health and their children including the prevalence of mental illness and some possible strategies for preventing or helping cope with mental health problems.
Mental Health Awareness Month with Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Christina Smestad-Schmaltz
Christina is a licensed marriage and family therapist at the Village Family Service Center in Moorhead, MN. She provides individuals, couples, and family therapy for people of all ages who are struggling with a wide variety of challenges.
Mental Health Awareness Month with Licensed Clinical Therapist Dr. Kathryn Gordon
Dr. Gordon is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy. She’s also the author of “The Suicidal Thoughts Workbook: CBT skills to reduce emotional pain, increase hope, and prevent suicide.” This episode covers suicide.
Mental Health Awareness Month with High School Counselor Laura Baker Stenerson
Laura is a school counselor at Sheyenne High School in West Fargo, ND. Before being a counselor at Sheyenne, Laura worked as the elementary school counselor for Richland #44 school district in Abercrombie, ND 2019-2021 serving kids from pre-k through 6th grade.
Mental Health Awareness Month With Family Nurse Practitioner Sarah Gustafson
Sarah is a Family Nurse Practitioner. She provides clinical care including mental health care at Student Health Services on the University of North Dakota campus. She has over 18 years of health care experience, and is passionate about mental well-being and educating others on recognizing signs and symptoms of mental illness and looking at all available treatment options. Sarah is a past BIO Girls Mentor and a member of the TEARS* Advisory Board at Altru Health System.