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OK State of MindDebunking Misconceptions About Men's Mental HealthIn this episode of OK State of Mind, a Family & Children’s Services podcast, Jesse Guardiola (Vice President of Community Engagement at Tulsa Area United Way), Adam Andreassen (CEO of Family & Children’s Services), and Anthony Adams (School-Based Program Administrator) have an honest conversation about the evolving definition of strength for men. They discuss the rising rates of male depression and suicide, and how outdated expectations around masculinity — from emotional silence to cultural and generational scripts — continue to put men's mental health at risk.Together, they explore how vulnerability, mentorship, and culturally responsive support can help men and boys...2025-07-141h 02
The KRMG Afternoon News with Skyler CooperFamily and Children's CEO responds to HHS policy changeFamily and Children's CEO Adam Andreassen discusses a Department of Health and Human Services policy shift potentially affecting federal funding to mental health providers.2025-07-1114 min
OK State of MindThe Hopeful Brain: A Common-Sense Look at Modern NeuroscienceIn this episode of OK State of Mind, a Family & Children’s Services podcast, Dr. Paul Baker, neuropsychologist and author of The Hopeful Brain, shares how breakthroughs in neuroscience have fundamentally shifted the way we view mental health, especially in children. Exploring core needs, rooted in neuroscience, offer a lens to understand behavior not as a problem to fix, but as a message to decode for hope.Joined by Adam Andreassen, CEO of Family & Children’s Services, and Chris Masopust, Director of Training, the conversation explores how this hopeful science is being integrated across the organization—from therap...2025-03-311h 02The KRMG Afternoon News with Skyler CooperFamily and Children's Services CEO Adam AndreassenSkyler talks with Adam Andreassen about the new north Tulsa location for Family and Children's Services.2025-03-1109 min
OK State of MindFrom Struggle to Stakeholder: A Story of ResilienceIn this episode of OK State of Mind, a Family & Children’s Services podcast, we share an extraordinary story of perseverance, adaptation, and giving back. Sean MacLeod, an engineer at a Tulsa-based energy company and a Young Professionals Advisory Council (YPAC) board member, joins Adam Andreassen, CEO of Family & Children’s Services, and Tom Taylor, Chief Development Officer of Family & Children’s Services, to discuss the power of resilience and the role of community support in transforming lives.Sean shares his deeply personal journey—growing up in a cycle of instability, facing abuse and neglect, and navigating the fost...2025-03-0338 min
OK State of MindShow up. Be honest. Let's talk: A Real Conversation about Behavioral Health and PartnershipsJoin us for a "real" conversation with two incredible leaders shaping behavioral health in Tulsa: Adam Andreassen, CEO of Family & Children’s Services, and Jim Serratt, CEO of Parkside Psychiatric Hospital.This episode isn’t just about data and strategies; it’s about the strength of partnerships and how communities can come together to make real, lasting change for people.Support and stay connected to us. First, be sure to hit that subscribe button wherever you're listening to us. Subscribing ensures you never miss an episode, and it's absolutely free...2024-09-1743 min
OK State of MindThe Intersection of Physical and Mental Health with Bruce Dart and Adam AndreassenIn today's special episode, we’re redefining the conversation around mental health and I’m honored to host two remarkable individuals at the forefront of Tulsa's health landscape. Please welcome Bruce Dart, the visionary Executive Director of the Tulsa Health Department, and Adam Andreassen, the dedicated CEO of Family & Children’s Services.Embark on a thought-provoking exploration of the intricate dance between physical and mental well-being. From the importance of holistic healthcare to the indispensable role of community partnerships, we'll leave no stone unturned.But that's not all. We'll also delve into the pressing need for da...2024-03-1539 min