In this special episode of Holding Space, Dr. Christopher Barker opens up about the unique challenges men face with their mental health, especially during Men’s Health Awareness Month. Citing sobering statistics—like men’s shorter life expectancy and significantly higher suicide rates—Dr. Barker addresses the powerful stigma preventing many men from seeking the help they deserve. Sharing his personal journey with depression and anxiety, he discusses the “wounded healer” perspective and emphas...
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In this special episode of Holding Space, Dr. Christopher Barker opens up about the unique challenges men face with their mental health, especially during Men’s Health Awareness Month. Citing sobering statistics—like men’s shorter life expectancy and significantly higher suicide rates—Dr. Barker addresses the powerful stigma preventing many men from seeking the help they deserve. Sharing his personal journey with depression and anxiety, he discusses the “wounded healer” perspective and emphas...
Finding Harmony After Trauma: Jackie Briggs’ Journey Through Hearing Loss, Healing, and Hope
Holding Space with Dr. Barker
23 minutes
3 weeks ago
Finding Harmony After Trauma: Jackie Briggs’ Journey Through Hearing Loss, Healing, and Hope
In this powerful episode of Holding Space, Dr. Christopher Barker welcomes Jackie Briggs, a professional singer whose life changed forever after a devastating car accident left her deaf in one ear. Jackie opens up about her journey through trauma, healing, and rediscovering her mental health after loss. Despite doctors advising her to give up her dream of music, Jackie persevered — earning two master’s degrees and dedicating her life to helping children with hearing loss find connection and j...
Holding Space with Dr. Barker
In this special episode of Holding Space, Dr. Christopher Barker opens up about the unique challenges men face with their mental health, especially during Men’s Health Awareness Month. Citing sobering statistics—like men’s shorter life expectancy and significantly higher suicide rates—Dr. Barker addresses the powerful stigma preventing many men from seeking the help they deserve. Sharing his personal journey with depression and anxiety, he discusses the “wounded healer” perspective and emphas...