Mental Health Matters: A Cornerstone Behavioral Health Podcast

In this episode of Mental Health Matters, we sit down with Brad Justice, LISW at Cornerstone Behavioral Health, who specializes in grief, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. Together we explore what he wishes more people understood about your inner critic, therapeutic rapport, and when to consider scheduling a counseling appointment.

We discuss:
0:00 Introduction
2:56 Who Brad was before becoming a therapist
3:42 How Brad became interested in the field
7:06 What keeps Brad motivated
8:50 The biggest surprise about being a therapist
12:17 Brad’s therapeutic style
15:30 What Brad wants his clients to feel in their first session
17:45 What it’s like to work with Brad 
21:16 Clients with the strongest connection to Brad
22:44 What is surprising about working with Brad
25:44 Brad’s passion for self esteem
29:37 What does meaningful progress look like with Brad?
30:49 Specific diagnoses Brad is most passionate about
33:41 What Brad hopes his clients will feel after a few months of sessions
34:56 What Brad wishes potential clients knew

This conversation is part of our commitment to sharing what providers wish clients knew about mental health, so you can navigate your own path with more clarity and confidence. Learn more about Brad here: https://www.cornerstonebehavioralhealth.org/bradleyjustice

What is Mental Health Matters: A Cornerstone Behavioral Health Podcast?

Mental Health Matters is a podcast that brings you the conversations, insight, and human stories your providers wish you knew about mental health. The show is hosted by Caleb Folkerts, licensed psychotherapist and founder of Cornerstone Behavioral Health. Each episode highlights the people who support mental health in Ohio. These include therapists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, primary care partners, intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization teams, and community professionals who form the larger system of care.

Each episode gives you a clear look into the work these providers do, the truths they have learned, and the wisdom they share. The goal is to help you understand your own mental health and choose the right support for your journey.