On this episode of The Hanley Effect, Dr. John Dyben and Dr. Rachel Docekal are joined by Patrick McNamara, President and CEO of Palm Health Foundation—a true champion for community brain health in Palm Beach County.

Join us on The Hanley Effect as we sit down with Patrick McNamara, President & CEO of Palm Health Foundation, to explore the groundbreaking work happening in Palm Beach County around brain health, mental wellness, and addiction prevention.

Patrick shares how Palm Health Foundation is transforming community health through innovative initiatives like the “Brain Coast” vision—a movement to make South Florida a world leader in brain science, research, and healing. Discover the pillars of brain health (sleep, nutrition, exercise, stress management, and social connection), the power of prevention, and how lifestyle changes can reduce the risk of dementia and support recovery from substance use disorders.

We dive into community-driven solutions with the “Healthier Together” program and the exciting field of NeuroArts, which leverages art, music, and movement to promote mental and emotional well-being. Whether you’re a clinician, a parent, someone in recovery, or simply interested in optimizing your health, you’ll find practical tips and inspiration in this episode.

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In this eye-opening episode of The Hanley Effect, hosts Dr. Rachel Docekal and Dr. John Dyben welcome a pioneer in the field of mental and sexual health, Dr. Rachel Needle, for a refreshingly candid and empowering conversation about sex, addiction recovery and mental health. A licensed psychologist, certified sex therapist, educator, and founder of several institutions including Modern Sex Therapy Institutes and Palm Beach University, Dr. Needle brings humor, depth, and expertise to topics that are often stigmatized—including sex, trauma, substance use, and recovery.

Dr. Needle shares her personal journey into the field, shaped by her family’s experience with addiction and her early exposure to women’s health education. She dives into the intersections of sexual health, mental wellness, and substance use disorder, highlighting why open communication is critical for healing and connection.

The conversation also covers:

• The importance of starting sex education early and using proper terminology
• Reframing “sex addiction” and discussing compulsive sexual behavior with nuance
• Why therapists need continued education, mentorship, and self-care
• The power of empathy and advocacy in the mental health space
• Dr. Needle’s popular social series Sex Tip Saturday and how she uses social media to destigmatize difficult topics

Whether you’re a parent, professional, or someone on the path of recovery, this episode offers insight, laughter, and a much-needed push toward normalizing conversations around sexual and mental health.

About Our Guest: Dr. Rachel Needle, Psy.D., is a licensed psychologist, certified sex therapist, author, educator, and the founder of Modern Sex Therapy Institutes and Palm Beach University. She specializes in trauma, sexual health, substance use disorder, and relationship wellness. Dr. Needle is also known for her engaging and educational social media content and has been featured in national media outlets including Glamour, Men’s Health, and The Washington Post.

📍 Learn more about Dr. Rachel Needle’s work at modernsextherapyinstitutes.com

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In this episode of The Hanley Effect, hosts Dr. Rachel Docekal and Dr. John Dyben welcome longtime educator and community leader Marcia Andrews. A proud Palm Beach County native and four-time elected member of the Palm Beach County School Board, Mrs. Andrews shares her journey through nearly five decades in education, starting as a teacher and rising to the role of Chief of Human Resources before joining the School Board in 2010.

Listeners will hear how her unwavering commitment to equity, literacy, and opportunity has shaped generations of students, particularly in underserved communities. From helping build three new schools in the Glades to launching the Glades Career Readiness Roundtable, Mrs. Andrews speaks about the importance of early literacy, mental health services in schools, and access to vocational and technical education. She also shares insights from her role as Chair of the Council of the Great City Schools and her collaboration with national education leaders.

With heart, humor, and hope, Marcia Andrews reminds us of the power of showing up for kids and families—every day, in every zip code. Don’t miss this conversation with one of Palm Beach County’s most beloved and impactful public servants.

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