Episodes

What if your brain isn’t actually broken after a brain injury—but responding, adapting, and changing? In this episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions, we explore the science and lived reality of brain injury recovery, neuroplasticity, and rebuilding life after a traumatic brain injury. Kiley Como, Legal Nurse Consultant with Shane Smith Law, is joined by Michelle Taschereau, founder of Atlas Brain Health and a certified brain injury specialist trainer with nearly two ...

Have you been taking care of everyone else for so long that you've lost sight of your own needs? In this episode of Mind Matters, Kiley Como, Legal Nurse Consultant at Shane Smith Law, talks with author Maryna Bilousova about people-pleasing, emotional exhaustion, unhealthy relationship patterns, and why constantly putting others first can cause you to lose yourself. They also discuss how setting healthier boundaries and reconnecting with your own needs can help you build greater emotional balan...

What if your drive to succeed is actually costing you your health? You work hard, push through exhaustion, and keep telling yourself you just need more rest—but what happens when a full day off or even a vacation still leaves you feeling completely drained? In this episode of Mind Matters, Kiley Como, Legal Nurse Consultant at Shane Smith Law, sits down with Maryna Bilousova, a human dynamics specialist who works with founders, executives, and high achievers dealing with chronic pressure and b...

What if the pain or physical tension you’re pushing through is actually preventing your body from fully recovering? In this episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries & Concussions, Kiley Como, Legal Nurse Consultant at Shane Smith Law, sits down with Ken Moench of Moench Method Body Works to explore pain, physical tension, and recovery—from infants who can’t tell us where they hurt to adults living with long-term physical limitations. Ken shares his experiences working with babies who ...

Head injuries in kids are serious, and today, we’re breaking it all down. I’m Kiley Como, legal nurse consultant at Shane Smith Law, joined by Dr. Ruby from Family First Pediatrics. We’ll discuss pediatric traumatic brain injuries—how they differ from adult cases, symptoms to watch for, and the importance of early diagnosis. Stay tuned as we dive into the critical details every parent needs to know! Family First Pediatrics Dr. Ruby Board certified Pediatrician and Brain Injury Specialist DrR...

What if your brain could literally rewire itself after trauma, burnout, anxiety, PTSD, or even chronic pain? In this fascinating interview, brain health expert Tanja shares her incredible journey from experiencing severe burnout to leading groundbreaking research in neuroplasticity and brain health innovation. Discover how modern neurotechnology, infrared light therapy, vibration therapy, and other emerging brain-based treatments are helping people recover from traumatic brain injuries, PTSD, c...

A house fire is one of the most terrifying and unpredictable emergencies anyone can experience. But what happens when the person facing that crisis is a traumatic brain injury survivor? In moments where most people think only about escape, survival, and getting to safety, a brain injury can affect how someone processes danger, priorities, and decision-making under extreme pressure. Today on Mind Matters, we're joined by Jayme Severance , a traumatic brain injury survivor who previously shared ...

A life-changing brain injury can take everything you know—but for some, it also reveals a completely new mission in life. In this episode of Mind Matters, hosted in partnership with Shane Smith Law, legal nurse consultant Kiley Como speaks with survivor Kim Jutus about her journey from devastating brain injury to advocacy, purpose, and rebuilding identity after trauma. In Pain? Call Shane! (980) 999-9999 Do you need an attorney? https://hubs.li/Q04fHBBj0 Been in a Charlotte Car Accident? ht...

What if the worst pain of your life was dismissed as nothing serious? In this powerful episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions, legal nurse consultant Kiley Como sits down with brain aneurysm and concussion survivor Kim Jutus. At just 35 years old, Kim was thriving professionally, financially, and personally—until a sudden ruptured brain aneurysm changed everything. Kim shares her incredible survival story, the warning signs that were missed, the life-threatening misd...

Trevor Turner is sharing his powerful and deeply personal story of survival after what began as a simple headache turned into a life-threatening medical emergency. At a young age, he went from normal life to fighting for his life in an ambulance and spending a month in a coma after suffering two brain bleeds. In this video, Trevor opens up about his journey through intensive rehabilitation, the challenges of brain injury recovery, and how he rebuilt his identity and purpose after trauma. This is...

What does it take to rebuild your life after a severe traumatic brain injury? In this powerful episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions, Kiley Como sits down with traumatic brain injury survivor, author, and advocate Jamie Severance. After a devastating car accident during his senior year of high school left him in a months-long coma with a severe diffuse axonal injury, Jamie faced extraordinary challenges including memory loss, impaired executive functioning, speech di...

In this emotional episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions, host Kiley Como sits down with traumatic brain injury survivor Tiffany Netter to discuss the life-changing effects her injury continues to have years after the accident. Tiffany shares how she lost much of her short-term and long-term memory, including memories of meeting and marrying her husband, raising her children, and speaking Spanish fluently. She explains the daily challenges of living with seizures, cogn...

In this episode of Mind Matters, we're diving into the personal journey of Tiffani Netter, a survivor of traumatic brain injury. Tiffani shares her powerful story of surviving a car accident, the challenges she faced in the aftermath, and the steps she took toward healing. From dealing with memory loss and seizures to the support of a service dog, Tiffani's experience sheds light on the complex reality of living with a brain injury. 00:00:00 Tiffani's Introduction and Initial Accident Details ...

Brain injuries from domestic violence often go unnoticed, leaving survivors to navigate hidden trauma alone. Today, we’re diving deep into the intersection of trauma, domestic violence, and brain injury. If you missed our first discussion, be sure to check it out. We're unpacking the challenges survivors face—from medical misdiagnosis to legal barriers—and what can be done to support them. Let’s get into it.

What if the crash that nearly killed you became the reason you started living with deeper purpose? In this episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions, legal nurse consultant Kiley Como continues his powerful conversation with Jeff Marconette Jr, an international speaker, author, and traumatic brain injury survivor. After surviving a life-changing traumatic brain injury (TBI) at just 17 years old, Jeff transformed his experience into a mission to help others live intentio...

A normal day changed everything. At just 17 years old, Jeff Marconette Jr's life took a devastating turn when a violent car crash left him with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and in a coma for two and a half months. Doctors weren’t sure if he would survive—or if he would ever recognize his family again. In this episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions, Kiley—legal nurse consultant with Shane Smith Law—sits down with Jeff to hear his powerful story of survival, recovery...

Can your brain really heal itself after a concussion? Today, Dr. Brody Miller shares his 90-day step-by-step Rebound Method to reduce brain fog, improve memory, and restore function—without pills or surgery. In Pain? Call Shane! (980) 999-9999 https://www.shanesmithlaw.com/in-pain-call-shane/ Want $25.00? Sign up for our Weekly Newsletter for weekly chances to win trivia: https://share.hsforms.com/1PcBq_o9nQ3Ckxg1OdHek6Adjoe3 Do you need an attorney? http://22753083.hs-sites.com/referral h...

Can the brain truly heal after a traumatic brain injury? In this episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions, Kiley Como from Shane Smith Law sits down with Dr. Brody Miller, a PhD researcher specializing in brain rehabilitation and neuroplasticity. After suffering a devastating brain injury that led to seizures, brain surgery, and years of debilitating symptoms like brain fog and memory loss, Dr. Miller transformed his recovery journey into groundbreaking research on how ...

What happens after a traumatic brain injury when the hospital stay ends and the real recovery begins? In this episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions, Kiley Como from Shane Smith Law sits down with TBI survivor and author Christopher Dittrich to discuss his powerful journey of recovery after a devastating car accident at just 18 years old. After spending weeks in a coma and months in rehabilitation, Chris had to relearn how to walk, think, and rebuild his life. Today,...

What happens after a traumatic brain injury when the hospital stay ends and the real recovery begins? In this episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions, Kiley Como from Shane Smith Law sits down with TBI survivor and author Christopher Dittrich to discuss his powerful journey of recovery after a devastating car accident at just 18 years old. After spending weeks in a coma and months in rehabilitation, Chris had to relearn how to walk, think, and rebuild his life. Today,...

What do elite athletes, NFL-level spins, and concussion recovery have in common? More than you think. In this episode of the Mind Matters podcast, Kiley Como sits down with vestibular expert Shelia Thelen to uncover how balance training used by professional athletes is transforming concussion and TBI rehabilitation. From inner ear function and anxiety to sleep, cognition, and fall prevention, we explore how vestibular system training can dramatically improve recovery outcomes — and even strength...

You’ve been cleared after your car accident… but something still feels off. The dizziness. The brain fog. The balance issues. What if the real problem isn’t your neck or muscles — but your brain’s vestibular system? In this episode of Mind Matters, Kiley Como, Legal Nurse Consultant with Shane Smith Law, sits down with Shelia Thelen, President of Vestibular Training Services, to break down how spinning-based vestibular training is helping concussion and traumatic brain injury patients regain ba...

Ever wonder how neurologists turn thousands of medical pages into a clear story the court can understand? I’m Kiley Como, legal nurse consultant at Shane Smith Law, and in this episode of Mind Matters, Dr. Claudia Munoz breaks down her role as a medical expert in traumatic brain injury cases—what’s behind the scenes, why objectivity is key, and how attorneys can best work with experts. Let’s dive in. In Pain? Call Shane! (980) 999-9999 https://www.shanesmithlaw.com/in-pain-call-shane/ Want $...

Brain injuries and concussions are often misunderstood — especially in legal cases where scans may look “normal.” In this Mind Matters episode, a board-certified neurologist explains why traumatic brain injury (TBI) evidence goes beyond imaging, how neurologists evaluate hidden symptoms, and why expert medical insight can change the outcome of a legal claim. If you’re dealing with a head injury case, this expert breakdown is essential. In Pain? Call Shane! (980) 999-9999 https://www.shanesmit...