Healthy State of Mind

Healthy State of Mind is a podcast-style series focused on mental health and wellness, from better sleep to setting boundaries and improving work-life balance. Hosted by board-certified psychologist Tracey Murry, PhD, the series features candid conversations with guests across service lines, emphasizing management over prevention. By sharing expert insights from physicians and care teams, it helps bridge gaps in access to behavioral health resources and supports community well-being.

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Meet the Expert

Tracey Murry, PhD

Dr. Murry is licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists and has been on staff at Ochsner since 2019. She conducts adult psychological evaluations and science-based therapy with individuals contemplating or undergoing cancer treatments, cancer survivors and family members of cancer patients. These services are provided at the Gayle and Tom Benson Cancer Center.

Learn more about Dr. Tracey Murry.

Season 2

Ep. 14: Personality Disorders

Join Tracey Murry, PhD, and Kaitlyn Heckel as they explore personality disorders. They delve into what personality disorders are, how to recognize the signs and offer guidance on supporting people with these conditions.

Ep. 13: What is Trauma and Have I Experienced It?

Join Dr. Tracey Murry and Kaitlyn Heckel as they discuss trauma, personal trauma, what happens when we have traumatic experiences, and where and how to move on from them.

Ep. 12: Cancer Awareness

Join Tracey Murry, PhD, as she discusses how to support loved ones going through cancer treatment. We also welcome special guest Laura Finn, MD. Dr. Finn is the Associate Program Director of the Hematology/Oncology Fellowship Program and Associate Program Director of the Bone Marrow Transplant at Ochsner Health

Ep. 11: Mind Body Connection

In this episode, Dr. Murry and Kaitlyn explore the mind-body connection and how our mental state can influence physical sensations and experiences. They discuss the ways in which our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors can impact our physical health. For the first time, Dr. Murry and Kaitlyn welcome a special guest, Laura Kerns, a registered dietitian!

Season 1

Ep. 8: Do You Have Seasonal Depression?

Join Tracey Murry, PhD, as she discusses battling the holiday blues and shares tips on how to overcome feelings of depression.

Ep. 7: Levels of Anxiety

Join Tracey Murry, PhD, and co-host Kaitlyn Heckel, digital content specialist at Ochsner Health, as they discuss how to identify anxiety and get the right care.

Ep. 6: Suicide Awareness and Prevention

Dr. Murry explores the warning signs of suicide, plus offers tips to help loved ones who are struggling.

Ep. 5: Setting SMART Goals

Are your goals S.M.A.R.T.? Learn to set goals ... and actually achieve them.

Ep. 4: What is mindfulness?

Mindfulness isn't just meditation; it's being aware of what's there and not judging.

Ep. 3: Do you know how to set boundaries?

Setting boundaries can be hard, but it's essential for work-life balance and mental health.

Ep. 2: What is self-care?

We’ve all heard of self-care and know that we should always find the time to prioritize it, but how do you do it?

Ep. 1: Are you having trouble sleeping?

For further education on healthy sleeping, please visit https://www.thensf.org/. The full playlist of "Healthy State of Mind" videos can be found here.

Ep. 1: Mindfulness Meditation

Take a moment for yourself and join this mindfulness meditation led by Dr. Tracey Murry to learn to relax your mind and body and prepare for sleep. The full list of Mindfulness Meditations can be found here.

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Awards and Accolades

Best Podcast of the Year - Swaay.Health

Ochsner Health's "Healthy State of Mind" won the Swaay.Health Marketing Community Award for Best Podcast of the Year in 2024. The Swaay.Health Awards recognize those at the forefront of healthcare marketing who demonstrate creative brilliance, innovative strategies and significant contributions.

"Healthy State of Mind" is more than just a podcast; it guides those seeking knowledge and empowerment in their health journeys. Through this platform, we are making strides in educating the public on mental wellness, fostering a healthy work-life balance and more.

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"When we try to fit ourselves into this box of needing to do things, it's not necessarily a failure or success, it's a lack of fit. So, let's change the box." - Dr. Tracey Murry