Holistic Inner Balance: Natural Mental Health Podcast
Merging modern science with ancient wisdom, this podcast is your go-to resource for natural mental health and wellness strategies to become the expert of your own emotional and physical wellbeing. With Dr. Nicole Cain’s expertise in clinical psychology and natural mental health, and cohost, Hadlee Garrison, MPH of Happy Healthy Hadlee’s, zone of genius in Ayurveda and building healthy habits, they offer a unique take on mental health with every episode. The heart of this podcast is to teach you how to be your own natural mental health expert (although there may be dabbling in other topics as well), to uncover, discover and come back to your truest self. You can expect these conversations to be filled with fun and laughter, while shedding light on the amazing wisdom at our fingertips.
Episodes

Tuesday Nov 08, 2022
75. The Missing Piece: Therapeutic Self Massage
Tuesday Nov 08, 2022
Tuesday Nov 08, 2022
Therapeutic self massage is an underrated self care technique and today we'll be telling you what it is, how to do it, the best oils for your dosha and more!
Here's a sneak peek:
What is self massage?
The health benefits of self massage
A case for self massage being more powerful than going to get a massage
How to overcome the discomfort that can come with self massage
The various uses of oil in Ayurveda
The basics of self massage using oil
Which oils are best for each season and each dosha
Transforming the relationship with your body in the process
👉 Take the 8 Types of Anxiety Quiz to help narrow down what solutions are right for you
👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health
👉 Click here to learn more about Dr. Nicole’s Holistic Wellness Collective, a membership designed for the mental health warrior that provides holistic protocols to find balance in your health and wellness journey
👉 Click here to learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals
👉 Order Supplements Here
💻 Check out the available online courses:
Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success
Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper
💕 Stay connected with us:
Dr. Nicole on Instagram
Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram
Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a nationally renowned expert in natural mental health, helping people transform their mental health naturally by uncovering the root cause. She has been published by Salon Magazine, Well + Good, Psychology Today, quoted in Forbes and more!
Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.
Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
74. How Do We Evolve the Party? A Case for Alcohol Freedom
Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
Halloween is coming up, along with other holidays.
You know what that means? Holiday parties.
And what usually comes with holiday parties? Alcohol.
Now, this podcast episode isn't asking you to give up alcohol. We are asking for an open conversation on the use of alcohol and overall how can we evolve the party and make life more enjoyable! So stick with us for this episode. ( :
Here are some highlights:
Alcohol is the only drug you have to justify not doing
Hadlee's story of being alcohol free
It is okay to drink, but be curious about that. What is the WHY being wanting to drink?
How can we make life more enjoyable in general
What is your relationship with alcohol, what role is it playing in your life?
How to go out with friends and not have an alcoholic drink
Ways to respond when people ask why you are not drinking
#evolvetheparty
👉 Take the 8 Types of Anxiety Quiz to help narrow down what solutions are right for you
👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health
👉 Click here to learn more about Dr. Nicole’s Holistic Wellness Collective, a membership designed for the mental health warrior that provides holistic protocols to find balance in your health and wellness journey
👉 Click here to learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals
👉 Order Supplements Here
💻 Check out the available online courses:
Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success
Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper
💕 Stay connected with us:
Dr. Nicole on Instagram
Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram
Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a nationally renowned expert in natural mental health, helping people transform their mental health naturally by uncovering the root cause. She has been published by Salon Magazine, Well + Good, Psychology Today, quoted in Forbes and more!
Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.
Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

Tuesday Oct 11, 2022
73. Strategies for Allergies (+ cold and flu symptoms)
Tuesday Oct 11, 2022
Tuesday Oct 11, 2022
I don't know about you, but our bodies are struggling right now with allergies and cold symptoms. What a nice warm welcome into fall...
We've been implementing our favorite holistic strategies and thought why not share what we do with you all! So here we go, some highlights of what we're talking about in this episode of Holistic Inner Balance:
- Ayurveda's approach to allergies- The different symptoms for each dosha- Strategies for kapha imbalances with allergy, cold and flu symptoms- Strategies for pitta imbalances (addressing inflammation - fire)- Strategies for vata imbalances (addressing chills, feverish - air)- How the gut plays a role in immune health- Tri-doshic healing protocol that anyone can use!!
You can find some of the suggested products here: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/ncain
(you will need to create a login to search)
👉 Take the 8 Types of Anxiety Quiz to help narrow down what solutions are right for you
👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health
👉 Click here to learn more about Dr. Nicole’s Holistic Wellness Collective, a membership designed for the mental health warrior that provides holistic protocols to find balance in your health and wellness journey
👉 Click here to learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals
👉 Order Supplements Here
💻 Check out the available online courses:
Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success
Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper
💕 Stay connected with us:
Dr. Nicole on Instagram
Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram
Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a nationally renowned expert in natural mental health, helping people transform their mental health naturally by uncovering the root cause. She has been published by Salon Magazine, Well + Good, Psychology Today, quoted in Forbes and more!
Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.
Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

Tuesday Sep 27, 2022
72. 4 Herbs Everyone Tapering Benzodiazepines Should Know About
Tuesday Sep 27, 2022
Tuesday Sep 27, 2022
Benzodiazepines (Xanax, Ativan, Valium etc.) are a very effective prescription medication for anxiety, sleep and seizures. However, they are incredibly habit forming and difficult to get off of. Here's what we'll be talking about:
Dr. Cain's #1 herb when taking/tapering benzos
The benefits of each of these herbs
Focusing on restoring brain health and nervous system
Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper
👉 Take the 8 Types of Anxiety Quiz to help narrow down what solutions are right for you
👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health
👉 Click here to learn more about Dr. Nicole’s Holistic Wellness Collective, a membership designed for the mental health warrior that provides holistic protocols to find balance in your health and wellness journey
👉 Click here to learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals
👉 Order Supplements Here
💻 Check out the available online courses:
Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success
Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper
💕 Stay connected with us:
Dr. Nicole on Instagram
Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram
Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a nationally renowned expert in natural mental health, helping people transform their mental health naturally by uncovering the root cause. She has been published by Salon Magazine, Well + Good, Psychology Today, quoted in Forbes and more!
Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.
Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.
*The statements made herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. If you have any concerns about your own health, you should always consult with a physician or healthcare professional.

Tuesday Sep 13, 2022
71. Breaking the Cycle of Anxiety using Spirituality with Brandon Yuenger
Tuesday Sep 13, 2022
Tuesday Sep 13, 2022
In this episode, we welcome our guest, Brandon Yuenger!
Brandon is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with over 10 years of experience treating chronic pain. He is proficient in a wide variety of manual therapies, neurologic re-education techniques and energy medicine including shamanic healing. He has seen first hand the dramatic transformations that come from tapping into our energetic body and facilitating spiritual healing for people who are considered "medical mysteries". Brandon's goal is to bridge the gap between science and spirituality to help individuals and communities heal.
Here's what you can expect in this episode:
How did Brandon go from just the science side into spiritual side of health
Acupressure, cranial sacral therapy as a way to transform lives
Real like healing experiences Brandon has with his patients
Why do we end up with heavy pain to begin with?
How to find a healer that you trust
Signs of soul sickness, when might spiritual help be needed
3 things to help someone dial in on their spiritual self
Connect with Brandon:
https://www.stepforwardwellness.org/
https://www.instagram.com/stepforwardwellness/
👉 Take the 8 Types of Anxiety Quiz to help narrow down what solutions are right for you
👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health
👉 Click here to learn more about Dr. Nicole’s Holistic Wellness Collective, a membership designed for the mental health warrior that provides holistic protocols to find balance in your health and wellness journey
👉 Click here to learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals
👉 Order Supplements Here
💻 Check out the available online courses:
Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success
Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper
💕 Stay connected with us:
Dr. Nicole on Instagram
Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram
Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a nationally renowned expert in natural mental health, helping people transform their mental health naturally by uncovering the root cause. She has been published by Salon Magazine, Well + Good, Psychology Today, quoted in Forbes and more!
Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.
Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

Tuesday Aug 30, 2022
70. Psychobiotics are the New Probiotics - why you may consider switching
Tuesday Aug 30, 2022
Tuesday Aug 30, 2022
Psychobiotics are probiotics for your brain. Psycho = psychology/psychoactive acts on your brain, biotics = bugs in your gut, good bugs for your brain.
Here's an overview of what this episode entails:
the story of how psychobiotics helped someone with debilitating anxiety
we inherit the bugs in our gut, the gut is like a fingerprint, everyone's is different
your gut regulates your mood, immune system, hormones
7 key strains of probiotic for panic and anxiety
swapping your broad spectrum probiotic for something per personalized
how much time to give a new probiotic for it to make changes within your gut
Dr. Nicole Cain's peanut butter jelly sandwich approach to healing
Resources:
Gut Brain Blog Series: Psychology Today
Book: Psychobiotic Revolution
My Favorite Psychobiotic Brand: Omnibiotics (Get 15% off with code: DrCain15)
👉 Take the 8 Types of Anxiety Quiz to help narrow down what solutions are right for you
👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health
👉 Click here to learn more about Dr. Nicole’s Holistic Wellness Collective, a membership designed for the mental health warrior that provides holistic protocols to find balance in your health and wellness journey
👉 Click here to learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals
👉 Order Supplements Here
💻 Check out the available online courses:
Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success
Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper
💕 Stay connected with us:
Dr. Nicole on Instagram
Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram
Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a nationally renowned expert in natural mental health, helping people transform their mental health naturally by uncovering the root cause. She has been published by Salon Magazine, Well + Good, Psychology Today, quoted in Forbes and more!
Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.
Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

Tuesday Aug 16, 2022
69. It’s Getting Hot in Here - How to Stay Cool in Hot Weather
Tuesday Aug 16, 2022
Tuesday Aug 16, 2022
Record breaking heat is happening right now, how does this impact our mind and bodies? Let's talk about!
Here's an overview of our conversation:
Alternatives to staying cool without blasting the A/C
Why A/C isn't as good for us as we think it is
Causes of heat
Impacts of heat on the body (mental & physical)
What happens physiologically when you overheat
Which dosha's is more susceptible to heat (take the quiz - find out your dosha)
What types of foods typically makes you feel better during the heat of the summer (and what typically makes you feel worse)
Herbs and gems to keep you cool
👉 Take the 8 Types of Anxiety Quiz to help narrow down what solutions are right for you
👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health
👉 Click here to learn more about Dr. Nicole’s Holistic Wellness Collective, a membership designed for the mental health warrior that provides holistic protocols to find balance in your health and wellness journey
👉 Click here to learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals
👉 Order Supplements Here
💻 Check out the available online courses:
Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success
Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper
💕 Stay connected with us:
Dr. Nicole on Instagram
Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram
Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a nationally renowned expert in natural mental health, helping people transform their mental health naturally by uncovering the root cause. She has been published by Salon Magazine, Well + Good, Psychology Today, quoted in Forbes and more!
Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.
Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.

Tuesday Jul 19, 2022
67. #ThatGirl Trend
Tuesday Jul 19, 2022
Tuesday Jul 19, 2022
#thatgirl trend, morning routines, body image, wellness culture, and dopamine dressing.
What is the #thatgirl trend? Have you seen this viral wellness trend on social media? Does this create unrealistic expectations? Is it all aesthetics? Is it actually helpful? Let's dive in!
What Dosha is most prevalent for you:
https://drnicolecain.com/welcome-dosha-quiz/
What to learn more about Ayurveda? Take the online course by Dr. Nicole Cain and Hadlee!
👉 Take the 8 Types of Anxiety Quiz to help narrow down what solutions are right for you
👉 Discover your Ayurveda mind-body constitution so you can work to balance it and optimize your health
👉 Click here to learn more about Dr. Nicole’s Holistic Wellness Collective, a membership designed for the mental health warrior that provides holistic protocols to find balance in your health and wellness journey
👉 Click here to learn more about Hadlee’s Happy Healthy Habits Coaching Program, a step-by-step program you've been searching for to actually follow through on your health and wellness goals
👉 Order Supplements Here
💻 Check out the available online courses:
Ayurveda: The Key to Your Success
Mapping Out Your Benzo Taper
💕 Stay connected with us:
Dr. Nicole on Instagram
Happy Healthy Hadlee on Instagram
Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA is a nationally renowned expert in natural mental health, helping people transform their mental health naturally by uncovering the root cause. She has been published by Salon Magazine, Well + Good, Psychology Today, quoted in Forbes and more!
Hadlee Garrison, MPH is an Ayurvedic expert, academic, healer and her mission is to teach people how to transform their habits, health, bodies, energy, confidence, and all of the other things in order to lead less stressed and more joyful lives.
Disclaimer: This podcast was created by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH for educational purposes only. These are the opinions of Dr. Nicole Cain, ND, MA and Hadlee Garrison, MPH and should not be taken as the “definitive opinion” or “absolute medical opinion” on any subject. This podcast is not a substitute for medical, psychological, counseling or any other sort of professional care. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with.