In this powerful episode, Marielle Vaughn-Hickman, a senior mental health counselor for Sacramento County, shares her personal experiences navigating healthcare access issues, particularly in relation to menopause and chronic migraines. Marielle discusses the challenges she faced with step therapy and the often dismissive attitudes of healthcare providers, which left her feeling unheard and unsupported. Despite dealing with debilitating symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and severe migraines, she found that many doctors failed to explore alternative treatments or adequately address her concerns. Marielle emphasizes the importance of being bold and advocating for oneself in medical settings, highlighting her journey from feeling neglected to finding a physician who truly listened and took her symptoms seriously.
