Dr. Shari Corbitt, Psy.D., CEO and founder of Awakenings, offers a grounded, compassionate look at what it truly takes to support healing in ourselves and others on the Clear Mind Treatment Podcast. 

Mental health and recovery are complex journeys, and Dr. Corbitt, a licensed clinical psychologist, brings decades of expertise in trauma, addiction, chronic pain, and the nuanced impacts of modern stressors on the brain. This episode isn’t just for clinicians, it’s for anyone who wants a deeper understanding of how mental health intersects with everyday life.

Beyond Symptoms: Understanding the Whole Person

Dr. Corbitt discusses how trauma and addiction often go hand-in-hand, and why it’s so important to view mental health through a holistic, trauma-informed lens. The conversation highlights how experiences shape brain function, behavior, and emotional regulation — and why empathy and evidence-based care are essential to recovery.

Emerging Concerns: Cannabis & Mental Health

Another major thread in the discussion centers on the increasing concern among clinicians about how certain patterns of cannabis use — especially high-THC products — may relate to psychotic symptoms in vulnerable populations, particularly adolescents and young adults. Although not everyone who uses cannabis experiences these effects, rising clinical observations suggest the need for more awareness and research in this area.

Trauma, Resilience & Support

Throughout the episode, Dr. Corbitt emphasizes that healing isn’t one-size-fits-all. Instead, she encourages personalized care strategies that integrate neuroscience, clinical expertise, and compassion — helping individuals move from survival to growth.

Listen & Learn

Whether you’re navigating your own mental health journey or supporting someone else, this podcast offers practical insights and hope. Listen to the full interview on the Clear Mind Podcast — because understanding is the first step toward healing. Watch/listen here: https://youtu.be/UNVRJ0VirxA