Crowning Confidence: From Pageants to Purpose with Brooke Ashley Rose Johnson
This week on EmotionAL Support, Alessandra Torresani is joined by the radiant Brooke Ashley Rose Johnson—actress, former Miss Alaska, and unstoppable mental health advocate. From the pressure-filled world of elite athletics and pageantry to the raw reality of navigating anxiety, depression, CPTSD, and ADHD, Brooke shares how she turned her struggles into a powerful mission.
We dive into her incredible journey of resilience, from childhood misdiagnoses to discovering the overlap between ADHD and bipolar disorder. Brooke opens up about breaking down stigmas, embracing her full self, and launching Crowning Confidence, her groundbreaking program for youth that promotes mental health education, self-esteem, and bullying prevention.
With warmth, wisdom, and an unshakable sense of purpose, Brooke reminds us that vulnerability is strength—and that owning our truth is the first step to changing the world.
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Flex Your Feelings with Dr. Emily Anhalt: Emotional Fitness for Real Life
Join host Alessandra Torresani as she kicks off a new season of EmotionAL Support with a heartwarming episode featuring her childhood friend, Dr. Emily Anhalt. Dr. Anhalt, a renowned clinical psychologist and co-founder of COA, shares insights from her latest book, Flex Your Feelings, on building emotional fitness through mindfulness, curiosity, and empathy.
In this episode, Alessandra and Dr. Anhalt explore the seven traits of emotional fitness and discuss practical tips for improving mental wellness, whether you're a high-performing executive or a stressed-out parent. The episode also delves into the importance of community, the benefits of play, and how to navigate personal and professional relationships with empathy and effective communication.
Tune in to discover how you can proactively work on your mental health, learn to embrace discomfort, and find balance in everyday life. This engaging conversation is sure to inspire listeners to flex thier feelings and enhance their emotional well-being.
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38 and Reclaiming Me
Alessandra Torresani returns to EmotionAL Support on her 38th birthday with a powerful reflection on identity, motherhood, and mental health. From the red carpet of a mental health gala to the quiet chaos of mom life, she opens up about rediscovering confidence, embracing vulnerability, and the new direction of the show.
This episode is a celebration of growth, connection, and the messy magic of becoming. Because growth isn’t linear—and that’s exactly what makes it beautiful.
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NAMI's Hope Starts With Us - A Conversation with Ambassadors Alessandra Torresani and Alex Alpert
As Mental Health Awareness Month begins, NAMI is talking about ways to take the moment for our mental health. Guest host Alessandra Torresani is joined by artist Alex Alpert to explore how art can act as a coping strategy when faced with mental health challenges. The pair also discusses how communication and community can be keys to navigating life, especially when diagnosed with mental health conditions.
You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.
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Innovating Health: Conversations with Dr. Devika Bhushan
Step into the world of health innovation, resilience, and equity with Dr. Devika Bhushan, MD, as she shares her expertise and experiences as a pediatrician and public health leader. As California's former Acting Surgeon General and Chief Health Officer, Dr. Bhushan has been at the forefront of driving policy and practice innovation, particularly through initiatives like ACEs Aware, focused on healing childhood trauma.
In this episode, Dr. Bhushan invites listeners on a journey to explore trauma-informed systems, stress and resilience, mental health, and gender and health equity. Drawing from her training at Harvard and Johns Hopkins, as well as her work featured in esteemed publications like JAMA and NPR, she engages in thought-provoking conversations with experts and changemakers in the field.
As a parent, immigrant, and first-generation Indian-American, Dr. Bhushan brings a unique perspective to the table, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and compassion in healthcare. Join her as she leads discussions that inspire hope, destigmatize mental illness, and promote evidence-based insights for holistic well-being.
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Dr Devin’s Bhushan:
https://askdrdevikab.substack.com/p/deep-dive-overcoming-imposter-syndrome
https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2022-08-26/california-surgeon-general-bipolar-disorder-mental-health
https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2022/10/15/1124400056/bipolar-disorder-mental-health
Acerca de EmotionAL Support with Alessandra Torresani
Welcome to EmotionAL Support—the unfiltered space where mental health meets motherhood, identity, and everything in between.
Hosted by Actress, Mental Health Advocate and Lady’s Mom, Alessandra Torresani , EmotionAL Support dives deep into the real, raw, and often hilarious parts of being human. Whether you’re navigating postpartum emotions, reimagining your identity, or just trying to keep it together with a toddler on your hip—this podcast is your trusted place to feel it all.
Each week, Alessandra brings heart-centered conversations with psychologists, authors, comedians, and fellow moms to explore topics like:
• Mental health & emotional wellness
• Motherhood & identity
• Anxiety, depression, and neurodivergence
• Self-care that goes beyond the bubble bath
• Honest, funny, and powerful personal stories
No toxic positivity. No filters. Just real talk, real feelings, and real connection.
If you’re looking for a community that gets it—and isn’t afraid to laugh through the chaos—you’ve found your people.
✨ New episodes every Monday. Subscribe now for your weekly dose of EmotionAL Support.
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