Here to Heal with Elizabeth Gillette, LCSW

In today’s bonus episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Chelsea Rae Verslues (she/her) with Nourish and Flourish Network Care located here in Asheville, NC. This powerful episode is filled with inspiration, love and wisdom! Dr. Chelsea Rae shares her healing journey along with her passion for empowering others to heal, tune into their bodies and live their best life.  RESOURCES: NOURISH & FLOURISH WEBSITE: https://nourishflourishnow.com/ NOURISH & FLOURISH INSTAGRAM:  @nourishflourishnow HEIRLOOM COUNSELING WEBSITE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING PODCAST EPISODE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/blog/episode16   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING ONLINE OFFERINGS: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/online-offerings

In the Season 1 finale, Elizabeth shares more about her own personal healing—her continued process around her cancer diagnosis earlier in her life, her journey with fertility, and some exciting news! She also explores some of what she has learned throughout Season 1 related to healing and our continued growth individually and collectively. Elizabeth also shares her deep gratitude for YOUR support of the podcast. Season 2 will be here before you know it! Be sure to subscribe for updates and to stay in the loop! And don’t forget—you can access Elizabeth’s blog and online courses on her website, www.heirloomcounseling.com

In today’s episode, I’m speaking with Ada Volkmer (she/her) and Monse Ramirez (she/they) who have come together through interpreting, language work and supporting social justice in Asheville, NC. Language justice is a tool that is used for connection, where someone doesn’t have to be afraid or feel shame around finding the “right word” and can speak freely with someone who understands them. Ada and Monse share their stories of experiences with language barriers, finding communities that resonate with their authentic selves, the importance of self-care and how they share their gifts with their communities.   RESOURCES:   Language Justice: CENTER FOR PARTICIPATORY CHANGE: https://www.cpcwnc.org/   Se Ve Se Escucha PODCAST: https://www.seveseescucha.com/   Se Ve Se Escucha IG: @seveseescucha   ANTENA HOUSTON: https://antenaantena.org/antena-houston/   ANTENA LOS ANGELES: https://antenaantena.org/antena-los-angeles/   LA CURA PODCAST: https://mijente.net/lacura/   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING WEBSITE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING PODCAST EPISODE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/blog/episode14   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING ONLINE OFFERINGS: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/online-offerings

Today I’m sharing about emotional availability. Do you know what messages you’re sending to others about your willingness to “go there”?  We all crave deep meaningful connections and it can be uncomfortable to show up and move towards growth and expansion. Let’s talk about the importance of emotionally availability in individual relationships and also on the community level. Suggestions for being more emotionally available: Learn to be present with the pain. Learn to process your emotions. Have difficult conversations with your people. Learn to sit with discomfort. I can’t wait to explore this with you! HEIRLOOM COUNSELING WEBSITE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING PODCAST EPISODE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/blog/episode13   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING ONLINE OFFERINGS: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/online-offerings

In today’s episode, I’m talking with Asheville native Kayla Pittman as she shares with us the hard truths about her healing journey. Kayla gets real about how she can be the “queen of hating”, but also knows how important it is to do the healing work. Kayla shares how she has shifted her social media presence from posting all the happy things to getting really honest, open and vulnerable about her healing journey. In turning her pain into power she has inspired her community and created deeper connections. KAYLA’S RESOURCES: SM HANDLE: @honey.iknow BOOKS: You Are a Badass® The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck Attached Come as You Are   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING WEBSITE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING PODCAST EPISODE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/blog/episode12   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING ONLINE OFFERINGS: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/online-offerings

In today’s episode, I am getting real about a question that has come up for me: “Can all wounds be healed?” As I sat with my emotions, my privilege and my skills I came to the answer “yes”, with a caveat. I’m sharing about the connection between individual experiences and the need for healing in the collective, as well as how I create hope when I’m feeling lost. I can’t wait for you to tune in! HEIRLOOM COUNSELING WEBSITE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING PODCAST EPISODE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/blog/episode11   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING ONLINE OFFERINGS: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/online-offerings

In today’s episode, I’m talking with Monica Leblanc (she/her) as she shares about the Enneagram, how it has been a tool in her healing journey and how she incorporates it into her practice.   Monica believes the most painful parts of healing illuminate how we are showing up in the world and in our relationships, revealing an invitation to our true purpose. She also reminds us that healing is a process of unfolding--it isn’t always easy and we are certainly not alone.    MONICA’S WEBSITE:https://www.cardinalrivercounseling.com   EMPOWERED ENNEAGRAM WEBSITE” https://empoweredenneagram.com   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING WEBSITE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING PODCAST EPISODE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/blog/episode10   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING ONLINE OFFERINGS: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/online-offerings   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING BLOG:https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/blog

On today’s episode, I am sharing about how relational patterns are passed down from generation to generation, the impact of the healthy adults in children’s lives and how we can be empowered with tools, skills, and knowledge to change our lives and the history of our families. HEIRLOOM COUNSELING WEBSITE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/ HEIRLOOM COUNSELING PODCAST EPISODE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/blog/episode9 HEIRLOOM COUNSELING ONLINE OFFERINGS: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/online-offerings HEIRLOOM COUNSELING BLOG:https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/blog

In today’s episode, I’m talking with Michele Ashley (she/her). Michele shows up in the world as a conscious change agent, yoga teacher, life mastery coach and conscious business consultant. She is devoted to creating sacred space for others to expand, explore and engage with higher consciousness in order to step out of fear, step into their power and step up to their destiny in life. Michele shares with us how she healed through her divorce, the importance of having boundaries, of being still, honoring what comes up in the stillness and knowing that everything we seek already lives within us. A must-listen if you’re ready to step into more alignment in your life and feel motivated to live your truth!   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING WEBSITE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING PODCAST EPISODE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/blog/episode8   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING ONLINE OFFERINGS: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/online-offerings

I often share in my practice we are here to take care of each other--and today I’m exploring more about this belief in relationship to our communities. Secure attachment is the focus of healthy relationships, and our large scale relationships need some love and care. We all deserve love, dignity, and respect, and what we do in relationship matters. How are you showing up for your community? If you’re interested in being the best community member you can be, tune in!   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING WEBSITE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING PODCAST EPISODE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/blog/episode7   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING ONLINE OFFERINGS: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/online-offerings

In Episode 6, I’m talking with Aurora Gantz, an artist who loves connecting with nature and is super into personal growth! Aurora shares with us the importance of connecting with and holding space for ourselves, self-care practices, their connection with tea through presence and intuition, and how all of these have an impact on how we show up in relationship with others. They also remind us that healing is a journey. Step by step. Day by day. Breath by breath. AURORA’S INSTAGRAM: @broodyblossom AURORA’S RESOURCES: The internet! Connect with people you can relate to and have conversations with. Read book! Anything related to transformation, growth, shadow work, etc... HEIRLOOM COUNSELING WEBSITE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/ HEIRLOOM COUNSELING PODCAST EPISODE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/blog/episode6  HEIRLOOM COUNSELING ONLINE OFFERINGS: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/online-offerings

We all have patterns in relationships—some of them are easier for us to spot than others. Have you ever wondered where these patterns come from or why it’s so hard to change them? In today’s solo episode, I’m talking all about the concepts of adult attachment theory. From the anxious style to the avoidant style to the style we are all working toward (secure!), we are covering the basics of relationships patterns in order to support one another in amplifying what’s working and switching up what doesn’t. None of us are stuck in these patterns permanently, but we do need to know and understand why we fall into them so easily so we can utilize the right tools and strategies to manage them differently. Ready for more awareness in your relationships? This episode is for you!   ATTACHMENT QUIZ FROM DIANE POOLE HELLER:https://dianepooleheller.com/attachment-test/   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING WEBSITE:www.heirloomcounseling.com   HEALING ANXIOUS ATTACHMENT ONLINE COURSE:www.heirloomcounseling.com/healing-anxious-attachment UNDERSTANDING AVOIDANT ATTACHMENT ONLINE COURSE:www.heirloomcounseling.com/understanding-avoidant-attachment-online-course

On today’s episode, I am sharing my healing journey and what healing means to me. I take you through my tangle with cancer at 21, facing my own mortality, moving across the country for graduate school, the loss of my father, my commitment to social justice, my healing and how I am continuing to heal.   The Uses of Sorrow by Mary Oliver (In my sleep I dreamed this poem) Someone I loved once gave me a box full of darkness. It took me years to understand that this, too, was a gift.   HEIRLOOM COUNSELING WEBSITE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com HEIRLOOM COUNSELING PODCAST EPISODE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/blog/episode4 HEIRLOOM COUNSELING ONLINE OFFERINGS: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/online-offerings  

Today I am talking with Bianca Gragg, LCSWA. Bianca is a community member and revolutionary mother in Asheville NC. Born and raised in the border city of El Paso Texas, Bianca has ancestral roots in Mexico, Germany, and Spain and identifies as part of the Latinx community. Bianca is deeply invested in supporting the healing of others in community as well as her own healing—-recognizing their interconnection. She most recently served as a school based therapist and has co-developed a local initiative that is aiming to disrupt systemic bias and racism in our local school systems, Colorful Pages Coalition (formerly the Colorful Pages Project, as she discusses in this podcast). This initiative addresses racial equity issues in schools by bringing books that feature children of color written by authors of color for our youth to see themselves positively portrayed and amplified. Bianca shares her healing journey, how she has found strength through recognizing the value of our own self-work and how it ripples out into our community and into the world. She also encourages everyone to educate themselves on racial equality, have the hard conversations and be willing to make mistakes. Bianca is currently raising multi racial and ethnic children with her supportive husband in the Appalachian mountains. COLORFUL PAGES COALITION WEBSITE: https://colorfulpagescoalition.org/ COLORFUL PAGES COALITION INSTAGRAM: @colorfulpagescoalition ASHEVILLE RACIAL EQUITY TRAINING: https://www.racialequityinstitute.com/new-events/2019/9/20/phase-1-asheville-nc RACIAL EQUITY INSTITUTE (REI): https://www.racialequityinstitute.com/

In this episode, I’m sharing the principles of healing I use in my therapy practice and daily life! These principles capture the important aspects of healing and remind us that we are all here to heal--regardless of where we’ve been or what we’ve experienced. Guiding principles of this podcast: Principle 1: Healing is unique to each person. There is no one right way to heal. Principle 2: Healing is for everyone. Whoever you are, you have the opportunity to heal. Principle 3: Healing sometimes hurts. The expectation to be perfect keeps us stuck and trapped in our old patterns. Also, growth is just really uncomfortable sometimes. Principle 4: We heal in service of our future selves. We heal for those who come before us and those who come after us. Principle 5: Healing happens in relationship and community. We are here to learn and grow with each other! How did this episode land with you? I would love to hear from you! HEIRLOOM COUNSELING BLOG: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/blog BLOGS ON ATTACHMENT https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/blog/2017/6/12/scripts-for-soothing-anxious-attachment-adaptation https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/blog/2017/8/17/scripts-for-soothing-avoidant-attachment-adaptation ONLINE OFFERINGS https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/healing-anxious-attachment https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/understanding-avoidant-attachment-online-course https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/supportbundlefordisconnection https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/highly-sensitive-people

Welcome to the Here to Heal podcast! I’m so excited because today we are launching the show and diving into deep healing work together. Please join me as I share my passion for healing work and my vision for the Here to Heal podcast. The pillars of my practice and this podcast are attachment, connection, and community. I will be talking with real people that are doing genuine healing work in the world throughout our time on the show. The intention of each episode is for you to feel seen, refreshed, inspired and deeply understanding we are wired for healing and connection. HEIRLOOM COUNSELING WEBSITE: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com HEIRLOOM COUNSELING BLOG: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/blog HEIRLOOM COUNSELING RESOURCES: https://www.heirloomcounseling.com/favorite-resources