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In this episode, we explore how yoga practices such as self-awareness, movement, and breath can help navigate grief. Edy shares her personal journey and how it guided her to develop therapeutic practices for others. The discussion includes how grief manifests in the body, the importance of movement and breath in emotional release, and practical tools for therapists to aid clients. We discuss innovative concepts like the Liberation Protocol and sexual grief, offering listeners insightful strategies to handle grief. MEET Edy NathanEdy Nathan MA, LCSWR is an author, public speaker, and licensed therapist. She is an AASECT-certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist, and certified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. Edy earned degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She practices in New York City. In her expertise as a grief therapist, she interweaves her formal training as a psychotherapist with breathwork, guided imagery, ritual, and storytelling. Trauma, abuse, and grief cause the soul to become imbalanced: The goal of the work is to find emotional calibration or balance to defy the depth of darkness and the grip grief often has on the psyche. She believes that everyone experiences grief throughout their lives. Grief is not just about the death of a loved one, but the losses we experience in life.Find out more at Edy Nathan and connect with Edy on Facebook, X, and InstagramUnmasking the Pain of Loss: Helping Clients Identify & Work with Grief Trauma-Informed Yoga for Therapists: A Practical ApproachUnderstanding how the body holds griefThe concept of sexual griefEmpathy and self-awareness in griefPractical breathing techniques for anxietyUnderstanding anxiety and the nervous system The power of journaling for griefBreath work practices for self-regulationConnect With Me Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58Facebook: Yoga In The Therapy PodcastJoin the private Facebook Group: Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy RoomTikTok: @YogaChris58Rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, and Spotify

Harness Resilient Thinking and Rewrite Your Story with Hope Kelaher In this episode, you'll hear: How to harness resilience in relationships, breakups, and career challenges The power of reframing perspectives and finding a balance between letting go and caring Techniques to deepen personal awareness and break free from limiting narratives Practical framework for setting and achieving meaningful goals with confidence Hope Kelaher is a licensed clinical social worker with a private practice in lower Manhattan, specializing in individual, couple, and family therapy. A graduate of Johns Hopkins University and Columbia School of Social Work, Hope brings over a decade of experience helping individuals and families navigate challenges like loss, addiction, trauma, and poverty. Her background includes roles at Children's Aid and the Mental Health Association of New York City, where she worked extensively with children and adults facing serious mental health issues, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and relationship challenges. Hope has advanced training from the Ackerman Institute for the Family, as well as certifications in Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. In this episode, Mathew, Dr. Frank, and Hope discuss the transformative power of resilience, exploring how to build and resource it in the face of life's challenges, including relationships, breakups, and career struggles. They discuss the importance of reframing perspectives, letting go without apathy, and gaining personal awareness to navigate adversity with strength. The conversation highlights how the narratives we tell ourselves can either propel us forward or keep us stuck, and introduces a practical framework for setting and achieving meaningful goals. Hope also shares insights from her new book, The Resilience Workbook for Women: A Transformative Guide to Discover Your Inner Strength, Conquer Adversity, and Achieve Your Goals, offering actionable strategies for growth and self-reliance. “Fear and hope come from the same place, the unknown, and you get to choose.” Follow the podcast:  Listen on Apple Podcasts (link: https://apple.co/3s1YH7h)  Listen on iHeart (link: https://ihr.fm/3MEY7FM)  Listen on Spotify (Link: https://spoti.fi/3yMmQCE)    Resources: Hope Kelaher Website Hope Kelaher Instagram Dr. Frank Bevaqua  The Resilience Workbook for Women: A Transformative Guide to Discover Your Inner Strength, Conquer Adversity, and Achieve Your Goals by Hope Kelaher Under the Tuscan Sun (Film)   Connect with Mathew Blades:  Twitter - twitter.com/MathewBlades Instagram - instagram.com/MathewBladesmedia/  Facebook - facebook.com/mathewbladesmedia/  Website - learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com/   Additional Credits: LFPWLI is managed by IMS LLC

In this episode, Judye discusses growing up in a family where her father was a psychoanalyst and became interested in the field. In graduate school, she became interested in family therapy, and worked at a youth guidance center in Massachusetts, but didn't find working with children and play to be a way she really wanted to work. Her supervisor had trained at the Ackerman Institute in New York City and had her start working with families, which really fit well for her and her work. She explained she moved to California and worked at Xanthos, now Alameda Family Services, and studied with Alan Leviton, one of the founders of the Association of Family Therapists of Northern California. Additionally, she started teaching at California Institute for Integral Studies in San Francisco, where she taught family therapy by having the students bring in their families to have a family therapy session, or role play if the family was unable to come in. She discussed her work and how she ended up writing a book about her approach called Core Focused Family Therapy. She discussed one of her strategies in the beginning of a family session was to do some dyadic work with two members of the system who were not the central focus, which seemed to help open up conversation and soften stuck systems, and then moving on to the focus on the areas the system might be struggling. Judye explained that one of the reviewers of her book wrote that her approach is love and truth, using a warm, but direct approach. She explained another strategy is to move the focus off of the identified patient, and look at how the whole system is involved with the difficulties that are happening, so they can make a systemic change, which she calls increasing the surface area of the problem. She discussed connecting with he vulnerabilities behind the defenses, and in helping the dyad that seems most open, the rest of the system then usually also become more open to vulnerabilities. She talked about using this model to make significant changes in the family system in a short period of time. She discussed how she focuses on working with families with adult children, and the variety of clients who reach out to her, with family cut offs being a common issue clients are seeking help in repairing their family. Judye Hess, PhD, has worked with families since 1974 when she began her family therapy career at Worcester Child Guidance Center in Worcester, Mass. In 1977, Judye moved to the west coast and found a home at Xanthos, a family counseling center in Alameda, CA, where she worked for the next three years. In 1984, she began teaching at the California Institute of Integral Studies, where she was on the core faculty and taught family dynamics, couples counseling and group process until 2015. She is the author of Core Focused Family Therapy: Moving From Chaos to Clarity and she is now Professor Emerita from CIIS, and since then has maintained a private practice, seeing couples and families of adult children exclusively.

What makes someone emotionally intelligent? Today, Kirsten is joined by Jessica Montague, a relationship expert with over twenty years of experience helping people improve their relationships with themselves and others. She is also the co-founder of the soon-to-be-launched Relatable app. Relatable provides relationship skills and practice for all relationships, big and small, through accessible, bite-sized sessions followed by ways to practice IRL. She has a master's in clinical social work from Columbia University and an advanced family and couples therapy certification from the Ackerman Institute for the Family. She's also certified in emotionally focused therapy and supervises and teaches other therapists. The State of California endorses her as an Infant and Family Early Childhood Mental Health Specialist. Today we dive into emotional intelligence looking at what it actually is and how we can cultivate it. We also talk through identifying other people's emotional intelligence and what it means for our relationships. Find Jessica here:InstagramFacebookWebsiteAny thoughts? We'd love to hear about them on our private community page, The Light Path Community, on Facebook.Find all the practitioners and their amazing services at The Light Path CollectiveInterested in taking your rituals to a new level and supporting the podcast? Visit The Ritual EmporiumRemember, the best way to work with Kirsten is via the Moon Membership - join here for your first 30 days free!Follow us on Instagram@thelightpathcollective@theritualemporiumFollow Us on TikTok@thelightpathcollective@theritualemporium Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jorge Fernandez, an LCSW and private practice owner, joins me to discuss facing fears and embracing the journey of entrepreneurship in the mental health field. 3 key takeaways: Face Your Fears Head-On: Jorge and I delve into common fears therapists have about liability and financial stability when considering private practice. We emphasize the importance of betting on oneself and not allowing these fears to hold you back from building a fulfilling career. Know Your Business Inside and Out: Whether it's understanding the nitty-gritty of billing or the broader aspects of business management, knowing every part of your practice is crucial before you can effectively delegate or outsource tasks. Embrace Imperfection: As small business owners, it's easy to get bogged down by the desire for perfection. Jorge highlights the value in focusing on serving clients to the best of our ability and not being paralyzed by the minutiae of every decision. Note from Jorge: My parents both emigrated from Cuba as teenagers to flee from Fidel Castro's rule. My father worked incredibly hard to ensure I had what I needed for my education, while my mother was present for every school event that needed a volunteer. They taught me the value of helping others and showing respect. My career began in the Little Havana section of Miami in the late 1990s providing therapy to children and families in their homes in the exclusively immigrant population. I then moved to New York City, where I provided individual and group therapy to teenagers in two high schools. I later oversaw therapy with both families of teens abusing drugs and alcohol and families accused of abuse or neglect of their children. I also helped bring yoga classes for kids and Spanish-language parenting classes to these communities. I came to Connecticut in 2014 and, before private practice, ran one of only three programs in the state providing therapy inside the home for families of adolescents who were demonstrating inappropriate sexual behaviors. I now run a solo private practice serving all of Connecticut through in-person and telehealth sessions with individuals and families. I also offer clinical supervision and coaching to therapists. I have training from the Ackerman Institute for the Family, the Salvador Minuchin Center for the Family, the Jewish Board of Family & Children's Services' Advanced Training Program, and problem sexual behavior training from MST Associates. Website: nuevodiafw.com Facebook: facebook.com/nuevodiafw –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Youtube https://youtu.be/jrVtei7Pnto https://susanweissbachfriedman.com Susan Weissbach (Friedman) is a psychotherapist with a specialty in women's issues, family therapy, and trauma-focused therapy. A graduate of Hamilton College, Boston University's MSW/MPH program, and the Ackerman Institute for Couples and Families, she is also EMDRIA certified and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), and has been a practicing clinician for more than twenty-five years (she is not accepting new clients). Originally from Long Island, she now lives in Westchester County, New York, where she enjoys practicing yoga and mindfulness, going for walks in nature, listening to music, and spending time near the ocean. Susan has been married to her husband for thirty years and has two daughters in their twenties. Klara's Truth is her first novel.

ENVISIONing Gender Authenticity with Jean Malpas. Jean Malpas is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor, founder of the Gender Family Project, at the Ackerman Institute for the Family in NY. He was born in Belgium. With a radio and TV news editor father; and a social worker mother, in a family where divorce, chronic illness, developmental disabilities, and differences of identities and opinions gave him his earliest and most valuable training in family dynamics and problem-solving. He knew early on that he was gay and, after experiencing gender expression-based bullying in middle and high school, he moved to Brussels to attend college and open his horizons. There He discovered a vibrant academic and professional life and the thrill and beauty of queer communities. With the support of the Belgian American Education Foundation (BAEF) scholarship, he moved to New York City for a postgraduate year of research and study at NYU. What was supposed to be a year abroad turned out to be the beginning of his career and life in the big city. Twenty years later, he is proud to call NYC his home. Jean's site  |  IG  Here is the link for the NEW BEGINNING workshop. https://www.auroramorfin.com/new-beginning-workshop-self A self-paced recorded workshop, with an open community during the course, including a live call midway and another at the end. Last year, I received many requests for different times, days, and languages. I heard YOU, and with the location of my wide audience being miles apart, I wanted to find a solution. Latinos, Americans, Europeans, or else, it doesn't matter where you are; what matters is that you want to live life differently! That you want to give space to yourself! You want to keep your cup full to be able to lovingly give to the chaotic world! We need US to live life in a way our hearts know is possible. If you are looking for change a NEW BEGINNING may be for you. In peace and in love gorgeous visionaries!

Dr. Tepfer received his doctoral degree from The Graduate Center, CUNY and advanced training at The Beck Institute, the Albert Ellis Institute, The William Allison White Institute, The Ackerman Institute for the Family, The Psychodrama Institute, and The Gottman Institute. He extensively trained with experts in the field of family therapy and couple infidelity and is a certified sex addiction and multiple addictions therapist (CSAT, CMAT). He is also a certified sex therapist (AASECT). Currently, Dr. Tepfer maintains his full time private practice in Cedarhurst, Brooklyn, and is the founding director of Arbor Intensives. Dr. Tepfer serves as a supervisor for the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP), and is professionally affiliated with The Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health (SASH), and Nefesh International. He currently resides in Nassau County with his wife and children. -- Related episodes: R' Scott Kahn: Orthodox conundrums; marital intimacy, and other hard conversations we should be having! Marriage, Mikvah, and Intimacy Secrets with Rochel Goldbaum and Devorah Buxbaum Freedom, Femininity, and Family: Passover Insights with Rabbi Yonah Sklare -- Please rate and review the Empowered Jewish Living podcast on whatever platform you stream it. Please follow Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum and the Lev Experience on the following channels: Facebook: @shlomobuxbaum Instagram: @shlomobuxbaum YouTube: TheLevExperience Pick up a copy of Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum's second book, "The Four Elements of Inner Freedom: The Exodus Story as a Model for Overcoming Challenges and Achieving Personal Breakthroughs". You can order a copy on Amazon, in your local Jewish bookstore, or right here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://levx.org/event/the-four-elements-of-freedom⁠⁠

Hope Kelaher originally pursued environmental engineering at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore but quickly realized that she preferred helping people. She worked in the college's career center as a career coach and had the opportunity to go to Cuba to study their public health system. After attending Johns Hopkins, Hope completed some internships with the World Health Organization (WHO) in Geneva on postpartum depression. This was her initial entry into the world of psychology as she “did a lot of work in Inner City Baltimore at the Hopkins School Public Health doing family and child health research.” She then had the opportunity to go into the Peace Corp, where they commissioned her to Uganda doing AIDS Hospice work. However, when getting her physical, her doctor looked at her and said “why are you going to Uganda? You could do so much good here in Baltimore, why don't you stick around?” Her doctor told her that hospice work is really hard and “I don't really think this is the best thing for you.” Hope's uncle also said the same thing. So, she decided to stay in Baltimore and worked at The Annie E. Casey Foundation, which was started by one of the founders of UPS, Jim Casey, and exists to help children thrive and survive in underdeveloped and low-income communities by providing services and grants to those in need. She also worked with the NECC Foundation and the Children's Aid Society. In this podcast, Hope shares her academic and professional journey, discusses why she went into social work and some of the requirements to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of New York. She also discusses her private practice, Hope Kelaher Therapy, located in Lower Manhattan, NYC. Hope received her bachelor's degree in public health and sociology from Johns Hopkins University and her Master of Arts in Social Work from Columbia University. She conducted her post-graduate study in Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling at the Ackerman Institute for Family in NY. Those interested in a career in social work or psychology may find that schooling can be expensive. In addition to internships, scholarships, grants, and other funding opportunities to help offset the cost of schooling, Hope shares how she attained funding from the Children's Aid Society to help fund half of her tuition while attending Columbia University. Hope shares “so, Columbia and my agency had this agreement where I could, you know, go to school part-time and then work full-time, so that's what I did.” She continues by stating “any recommendation I can give to people going into social work, social work does not pay a lot of money, so wherever you can find a deal, take it, right?” After graduating from Columbia, she decided to pursue family therapy, so she attended Ackerman Institute for Family. When reflecting on her journey, Hope shares “so really, my journey into private practice and being more of a clinical person happened while I was working in a nonprofit agency.” After she completed the Ackerman Institute for Family's clinical externship, she remembers doing a lot of hard work, working really long hours, and not getting compensated fairly “and so, that's something that people have to really think about when they do this work.” Therefore, Hope started her own very small private practice in 2018 while she was still working full-time. She explains that, in New York, a licensed clinical social worker can do therapy whereas in some other states, you have to have a PsyD or PhD. At this point, we discuss some of the requirements for becoming a LCSW in New York and share some valuable information and websites for those interested in this career path. Hope discusses some of the biggest challenges associated with opening your own private practice and provides helpful advice including making sure you “get a lot of experience working with many different people before you go into private practice because you never know who will show up.

In this episode of How We Heal, Corban David Jenai speaks with Edy Nathan. Edy is a writer, psychotherapist, and speaker who specializes in grief, trauma, and sexuality. In their conversation they explore a wide range of topics including, living in New York as an outlier and creative, presence and personas, spontaneity, and the cost of burying emotions. They also discuss her agoraphobia, how working with pottery became the first release and expression of the pain she'd experienced, a subway ride which led to a pivotal transformation, and artistry that came out of a need for self-expression and healing.   Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR is an author, public speaker, and licensed therapist. She is an AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist, and certified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. Edy earned degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She practices in New York City.Learn more about Edy on her website: https://edynathan.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/EdyNathanPsychotherapy/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/edynathan/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/edynathan1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/edynathan Learn more about HopeGuide and Ryan Pink Join us on YouTube to watch full episodes Help us amplify the message!Please subscribe on your favorite podcast app!Please Rate and Review the podcast on Apple and Spotify!

Alex Dayton has an impressive history in the mental health field including serving as the Clinical Director for Freedom Institute and the Chief Clinical Officer of Veritus. In this revisited episode, he joins us today to talk about addiction treatment and recovery for licensed professionals. Because of their license, professionals like doctors, lawyers, and judges are  more reluctant to seek treatment. The program offered by Veritus, which uses technology, helps to make treatment more a accessible.to this population. Listen to today's episode as Alex talks about the correlation among addiction, wealth, and success, explains dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)T, and shares exciting trends in the mental health field.   IN THIS EPISODE   [01:46] Similarities and differences between licensed professionals and the average person getting  support for substance use. [06:22] How doctors compare to other patients in treatment [09:54] How treatment for lawyers is specialized [12:54] The correlation among  addiction, success, and wealth [18:21] An explanation of DBT [23:42] Alex shares what he is looking forward to in the field in the coming years   KEY TAKEAWAYS   Technology is being used in the mental health field making treatment more accessible and offering different solutions for clients. DBT is an effective therapy technique because it is applicable in real-time. Doctors, lawyers, and other licensed professionals often have a hard time seeking help for substance use because they are afraid it will affect their license. Veritus and the Freedom Institute both aim to help treatment be more accessible to this population.   RESOURCES:   Beyond the Balance Sheet Website   Veritus Website   BIO:   Alex Dayton is a Psychotherapist in private practice and an advisor to several organizations helping to support mental healthcare programming and strategy. Alex served for several years as the Clinical Director for Freedom Institute, an outpatient treatment program located in New York City.. In addition, Alex served as the Vice President of clinical strategy and business development for Freedom Institute. Alex served as Chief Clinical Officer of Veritus, a virtual intensive outpatient program he helped launch and design to treat medical professionals, lawyers, and judges struggling with substance use disorder. Alex remains a consultant for both Freedom Institute and Veritus as a senior advisor. In addition to his Masters degree from New York University, Alex has received intensive training in DBT, and advanced practices in DBT from Marsha Linehan at Behavioral Tech. He  has received training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) from the Beck Institute, completed the Foundations in Family Therapy Program at The Ackerman Institute for The Family, and completed training in advanced practices for Motivational Interviewing from MINT. Alex  completed training at Bellevue hospital and at FEGS, working with adults who have both chronic mental illness and addiction. He has worked with adults, adolescents, and children at the Brooklyn Center for Psychotherapy and on a research team at New York University conducting HIV and substance use research.  

In this episode, Kate is joined by sex and relationship therapist, Ian Kerner.Please be aware that this episode contains sexual references so you might want to listen out of earshot of any children Ian Kerner (PhD, LMFT) is a licensed psychotherapist and nationally recognized sex therapist who works with individuals and couples on a range of relational issues that often lead to distress. Ian is regularly quoted as an expert in various media, with recent features in The New York Times, The Economist and NPR amongst others. Ian contributes regularly on the topic of relationships for CNN. He lectures frequently, with recent presentations for the Psychotherapy Networker Symposium, the Ackerman Institute, Tony Robbins, Goop, and TED 2021. Ian is the New York Times best-selling author of She Comes First (Harper Collins) which has been translated into more than a dozen languages, as well as the recently published So Tell Me About the Last Time You Had Sex (Grand Central). In addition to being a Clinical Fellow of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT), Ian is certified by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists and is also a member of the American Family Therapy Academy (AFTA). Kate and Ian kick the episode off by discussing common problems which long-term couples tend to struggle with when it comes to sex. Later, they delve into various topics including intimacy issues, loss of attraction and practical tips to help relight that flame and get your physical relationship back on track.

Kate Brookes (a.k.a. Transister Mom) is an award-winning TV reporter/anchor turned producer/filmmaker who, as field produced for The Discovery Channel, has interviewed celebrities like Beyonce to Barbara Walters. She's written for Today.com, and emcees galas, live events, and webcasts for non-profits and Fortune 500 companies. As a mom to one 13-year-old son and one 13-year-old transgender daughter, Kate is engaged in the trans community at home in NYC and nationwide, producing videos for the Ackerman Institute's Gender and Family Project, and formalizing her role as a trans ally and advocate bringing her heartfelt message of hope, acceptance. Her family story chronicled in her book, Transistor: Raising Twins in a Gender-Bending World, is a key resource for parents of a trans child. "The key messaging for any parent I talk to is around the fact that your support is protective. Don't burden a young person with educating us."

Isn't it ironic and kind of sad that having kids can wreak havoc on a marriage and your sex life? Today, get ready to get your mojo back and rekindle the spark with your spouse thanks to renowned licensed psychotherapist and nationally recognized sex counselor Ian Kerner. Ian Kerner, who is a PhD and LMFT specializes in sex therapy, couples therapy and working with individuals on a range of relational issues that often lead to distress. Ian is regularly quoted as an expert in across all media outlets. He's a regular on the Today Show and in CNN HealthThe Atlantic, The New York Times, The Economist and NPR. He gives lectures on sex and relationships, with recent presentations at NYU, Yale, Princeton, the Ackerman Institute and TED 2021. Ian is the New York Times best-selling author of She Comes First (Harper Collins) which has been translated into over a dozen languages. His new book, So Tell Me About the Last Time You Had Sex was recently published by Hachette. Ian lives in New York with his wife, two sons and two dogs. He maintains a private practice in NYC dedicated to honoring the centrality of sexuality in his patients' lives. Meet My Guest: WEBSITE: IanKerner.com FACEBOOK: /IanKernerLMFT Mom Haul: CORAL MOBILE APP: Relationship Self-Care App WE VIBE: Couples' Vibrator OMGYES.COM: The Science of Women's Pleasure

On today's podcast episode, Josie Rosario shares key mindset adjustments every entrepreneur needs to make to succeed in business! Josie is a visionary and masterful facilitator of powerful transformations. Her superpower lies in calling out outdated ways of being and thinking and calling in reimagined possibilities. This fervor comes from her lived experiences: as a Black Dominican-American woman and clinically-trained coach in family systems, Josie understands the power of trading generational cycles of suffering for an intentionally curated legacy. She believes that conscious entrepreneurship is a vehicle to that legacy and an important link to our personal and collective liberation. A proud New York City native who now calls Charlotte, North Carolina home, Josie is a two-time graduate of Columbia University, having graduated with distinction from the School of Social Work. She's certified in couples and family therapy from the renowned Ackerman Institute for the Family. When she's not coaching entrepreneurs on business, love, or life, you can find her traveling, hiking, or expressing her love through food. WHAT JOSIE DISCUSSED: - Why it's crucial to adopt a growth mindset given today's rapidly evolving business dynamics - Common mindset limitations that entrepreneurs often face, and how they can overcome them to achieve greater success - How entrepreneurs can embrace failure, cultivate a resilient mindset to navigate challenges, and bounce back from setbacks - Her top three mindset adjustments that every entrepreneur should make right now to thrive in the current business world AND MUCH MORE HOW TO KEEP UP WITH JOSIE: - Via her website for one-on-one entrepreneur performance coaching: www.josierosario.com - Instagram: Instagram.com/thejosierosario - Tune into her podcast, Healing Meets Hustle everywhere you listen to your podcast episodes ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

In this episode, Martha Fling, President and CEO at Ackerman Institute for the Family, discusses what the Ackerman Institute for the Family is, why it was created, how it has evolved since it was first founded, how low reimbursement rates for providers are exacerbating the mental health crisis, and much more.

Sexual grief has many dimensions and is defined by therapist and grief expert Edy Nathan as "a natural response to an unnatural sexually traumatic event or experience that makes you feel as if you are being held hostage."  It is through this lens that this episode explores a wide range of aspects about sexual grief including survivor experiences of rape, sexual violence, sexual abuse, disenfranchised grief from the loss of a partner, the impact of pornography, and more. We also take an in-depth look at healing sexual grief and related trauma through self-regulation methods like breathwork, labyrinth exploration, talk therapy, and using more precise language when discussing experiences of grief. Listen to the end of the episode for information about a special event with Edy Nathan coming up in September 2023: The Inner Voyage Women's Empowerment Cruise with specific workshops by Nathan focused on sexual grief.Edy Nathan is an author, public speaker and licensed therapist. She is an AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist and certified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. Edy earned degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She practices in New York City.

In many ways, our society has become more accepting of LGBTQ individuals in recent decades. But a current spike in hateful rhetoric and acts of violence against LGBTQ youth has derailed some of that progress and shaken the security of many vulnerable young people. Most of these young people already have faced challenges of bullying and isolation, as well the common fear and anxiety around coming out to their family, friends, teachers and faith community. So, what will help these young people establish security, confidence, and resilience in the face of these challenges? And what will help parents and other family members sustain loving connections with their child through what may be a difficult transition for everyone?   This week's Mom Enough guest, Derrick Jordan, is Director of the Gender and Family Project at the New York-based Ackerman Institute for Family, one of the top mental health providers and trainers of individual and family therapists since 1960. Derrick, both a licensed social worker and a pastor with a Master of Divinity degree, brings unique perspectives and experiences to his work with LGBTQ youth – and to his rich conversation with co-hosts Marti & Erin. Derrick describes his work as “navigating the complexities of faith and spirituality at the intersection of race, ethnicity, culture, gender identity and sexuality." Tune in and appreciate Derrick's warmth and compassion, along with the practical tips and helpful resources he offers.   WHAT CAN WE DO TO BETTER SUPPORT THE MENTAL HEALTH OF LGBTQ YOUTH? What did you find most interesting, helpful, or thought-provoking in this discussion about the mental health needs of LGBTQ youth? Wherever you live, work, worship, or play, what small steps could you take to help LGBTQ youth and their families feel safe, cared for and respected?   WANT TO LEARN MORE? ❉ PARENTING TRANSGENDER YOUTH: INSIGHTS FROM LESLIE LAGERSTROM & DR. ELIZABETH REEVE. Mom and blogger Leslie Lagerstrom (creator of Transparenthood) and child and adolescent psychiatrist Elizabeth Reeve join Marti & Erin for a candid and informative discussion on raising a transgender child. Tune in to learn how to help family and friends accept and support the child and develop a deeper understanding of both the risks and protective factors that influence mental health outcomes for transgender youth.   ❉ PARENTING TRANSGENDER YOUTH OR GENDER NONCONFORMING INDIVIDUALS. When young people question their gender identity or reveal that they are not comfortable with the identity they were assigned at birth, it is a deeply emotional time for the young person, parents and other family members. What parental responses will help or hinder the young person's health and well-being? What interventions, both psychological and medical, are available and appropriate? What are common feelings and concerns for parents as they navigate this major and complex change? And at what age – and to what extent – can young people be certain that gender change is the true path for them? Jenifer McGuire, Ph.D., Associate Professor and Extension Specialist in the Department of Family Social Science at the University of Minnesota, who joins Marti & Erin for a candid and informative discussion of this important topic.  

Studies tell us that on average, humans spend more than 30% of their lives at work.Given that work is such a significant aspect of our lives, it is important that we work in an environment where we feel valued and appreciated.But how can we ensure that we work in a healthy environment where we can thrive?In episode 810, we discuss this topic with our guest, Dr. Melba Nicholson Sullivan, CEO of Freedom Flow Solutions. Melba believes that creating a culture where individuals feel seen and heard is the first step toward achieving a healthy work environment. With her clinical psychology background and passion for the performing arts, she customizes a solution based on each organization's unique challenges, recognizing that different industries require different approaches.If you want to find out more about Dr. Sullivan's distinctive approach to a sustainable workplace, tune in to this episode!Thriving Points:Avoidance is one of the key ways that we navigate trauma. - Melba Nicholson Sullivan, Ph.D.We're very committed to creating a space for wisdom that sits in every seat. - Melba Nicholson Sullivan, Ph.D.When I'm working with somebody individually, I'm working with them to navigate the impact of a work environment that needs to change. When I'm working with the organization as the client, I'm changing the context in which that individual is working. - Melba Nicholson Sullivan, Ph.D.Get to Know the Guest:Dr. Melba Nicholson Sullivan is a licensed clinical community psychologist, Executive Coach, and vocalist. She uses theater arts, contemplative practice, and body-based approaches to navigate systemic oppression while promoting resilience and liberation. Melba grew up as one of 3 Black children in her graduating class of 300 in Deerfield, IL. She earned her BS in Psychology from Howard University and her Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She completed postdoctoral studies in child and family trauma and social policy at Duke University, as well as global mental health at Harvard Medical School/Istituto Superiore di Sanità. Prior to creating her own companies, Melba worked for more than 20 years in nonprofit leadership and as clinical faculty at Northwestern University, Bellevue Hospital Center, NYU School of Medicine, and Ackerman Institute for the Family. She created a university counseling center at the American University of Nigeria, in Yola, Nigeria. She lives with her family in Brooklyn, NY.Connect with Melba Nicholson Sullivan, Ph.D.:WebsiteLinkedInAbout the Show:     Women Thriving in Business features candid unscripted conversations with entrepreneurs, business experts, authors, and academics aimed at contributing to business success. This weekly show provides interviews with business leaders who have built, grown, and are thriving in business. Nikki A. Rogers, host of the show, also discusses achievements, lessons learned, and advice for aspiring business owners to develop the mindset, strategies, and connections necessary to thrive in business. Whether you are just starting or you have been in business for decades, WTiB offers inspiration, strategies, and resources to help you THRIVE in business.Connect with Nikki:LinkedInInstagramYoutubeA Team Dklutr Production

In this episode, we will be joined by a licensed clinical psychologist, DR. Edith Shiro who has written a groundbreaking book titled "The Unexpected Gift of Trauma" published by Harper Collins. DR. Edith Shiro will share her expertise on how people can not only survive but also thrive after experiencing trauma. DR. Edith Shiro is a licensed clinical psychologist with a private practice in Miami, Florida, where she specializes in trauma, posttraumatic stress (PTSD), and posttraumatic growth (PTG). Recognized as an expert in the field of posttraumatic growth. Dr. Shiro has spoken at the American Psychological Association conferences and has given workshops on trauma with the Ackerman Institute for the Family in New York City post-9/11. She also held a conference on trauma during the pandemic for 8,000 people associated with the American Heart Association. DR. Edith Shiro will draw from her extensive experience working with trauma survivors to explain how trauma can be an unexpected gift. She will discuss the ways in which trauma can provide an opportunity for growth, resilience, and even transformation. She will also delve into the various factors that can contribute to a person's ability to recover from trauma, including social support, coping skills, and individual differences. Throughout the episode, DR. Edith Shiro will provide practical strategies and tools for those who have experienced trauma, as well as for those who are supporting someone who has. She will discuss how mindfulness practices, therapy, and other forms of self-care can help individuals process and heal from trauma. She will also address common misconceptions about trauma and provide guidance on how to effectively communicate with someone who has experienced trauma. Listeners will come away from this episode with a deeper understanding of the complex nature of trauma and the potential for growth and healing that can arise from it. They will also gain valuable insights and tools for supporting themselves or loved ones who have experienced trauma. Don't miss this enlightening and empowering conversation with DR. Shiro, as she offers hope and guidance to those impacted by trauma. Purchase her amazing book, Unexpected Gift of Trauma on Amazon, Barnes and Noble or any bookstore in person or online. You can also buy her book on her website at https://dredithshiro.com/ *** This podcast is sponsored by Happybeingwell.com - Your online store for natural self-care products. We carry the best in creative leggings that are highly fashionable and high quality to express yourself. Use code: Podcast25 to get 25% off any legging including free shipping within the USA at https://happybeingwell.com/collections/leggings Get youthful & glowing skin with Happy Being Well's collection of 100% natural facial masks, lit up your life with all-natural candles and salt lamps. Get those happy vibes with crystals and smell your way to happy vibes with Happy Being Well's large collection of natural essential oils, feel luxurious after each shower or bath with Happy Being Well's collection of natural bath soaps & bath time goodies to add to your bath! Drink delicious herbal teas! See more self-care goodies at Happybeingwell.com Download a Free Self-Care Journal with journal prompts to get to know yourself better from Happy Being Well at https://happybeingwell.com/collections/resources/products/self-care-journal Take our free wellness quiz to discover your zen here: https://happybeingwell.com/collections/take-our-wellness-quiz-to-discover-your-zen/products/take-our-wellness-quiz-to-discover-your-zen Get a Free Essential Oils Guide Here: https://happybeingwell.com/collections/resources/products/essential-oils-guide Download more free wellness e-books in our Resources section here: https://happybeingwell.com/collections/resources (banish limiting beliefs e-book, banish imposter syndrome, plant-based recipes, essential oils guide and more) ***

What is sex therapy and how is it different from other forms of therapy? What are some common concerns explored through sex therapy? What should you expect from a sex therapist and sessions alone or with partner(s)?In this episode, Effy and Jacqueline chat with nationally recognized sex therapist and the author of She Comes First and So Tell Me About the Last Time You Had Sex, Dr. Ian Kerner. They discuss the advantages of sex therapy for those who are looking to address struggles around erotic intimacy and sexuality, solo or with partners. Ian shares his practical and solutions-focused approach, which takes a closer look at people's sexual scripts by analyzing the last time they had sex.To learn more about Ian KernerIan Kerner, PhD, LMFT is a licensed psychotherapist and nationally recognized sex therapist who works with individuals and couples on a range of relational issues that often lead to distress. He lectures frequently on topics related to sex and relationships, with recent presentations for the Psychotherapy Networker Symposium, the Ackerman Institute, Tony Robbins, The Society for Sex Therapy and Research and TED 2021. Ian is the New York Times best-selling author of She Comes First (Harper Collins) which has been translated into more than a dozen languages and more recently So Tell Me About the Last Time You Had Sex. He is the co-founder and co-director of the Sex Therapy program at the Institute for Contemporary Psychology. He lives with his family in New York City. Website: iankerner.comResource: aasect.orgSupport the showConnect with us on IG and more:Curious Fox @wearecuriousfoxesEffy Blue @coacheffyblueJacqueline Misla @jacquelinemisla Email us: listening@wearecuriousfoxes.comLeave us a voicemail: 646-450-9079 Join the conversation: fb.com/WeAreCuriousFoxes

JJ Rieder, LCSW graduated from Wurzweiler School of Social Work in 2006 and then completed his post-graduate training at The Ackerman Institute for the Family. JJ spent the early part of his social work career helping children and families through Ohel, JBFCS, Shalom Task Force, and other community mental health organizations in New York. He  is currently in private practice in Howell NJ, and helps couples and families dealing with various challenges and dynamics. JJ lives in Edison NJ with his wife and kids and is focused on family and community matters.To reach JJ you can email him at jjrieder@gmail.com.For more episodes check us out on....Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2aPCiuzsIoNKYt5jjv7RFTApple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brainstorm-with-sony-perlman/id1596925257YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe0UpNhJMB7ORkqSYHqXYKgInstagram https://www.instagram.com/brainstormwithsony/?hl=enBuzzsprout https://www.buzzsprout.com/1872993/episodesTo learn more about Our Village Sober Living please visit our website at https://ourplaceny.org/our-village/ or email us at Office@OurVillageNY.org

This is an essential episode because Social Emotional Learning is not just for students with special education needs - everyone needs social-emotional learning skills! Social-Emotional Learning, also called SEL, is an integral part of education and human development. It helps students and adults develop healthy identities, manage emotions, and feel empathy for others. SEL gives students the skills they need to build supportive relationships. Students learn the skills, attitudes, and knowledge surrounding social-emotional learning to make responsible decisions. By establishing trusting and collaborative relationships, rigorous and meaningful curriculum and instruction, and ongoing evaluation, SEL helps schools, families, and communities achieve educational equity and excellence. Through SEL, we can help address various forms of inequality and empower young people and adults to create thriving schools. It's helpful to start with a clear definition of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL). A school-wide SEL program equips students of all ages with skills to achieve their own unique goals. It includes understanding and managing their emotions, nurturing positive relationships, making informed decisions, and feeling empathy. Learning SEL is critical to students' success, both in and out of the classroom. Dr. Judy Grossman joins me today to discuss what social-emotional learning is, why it is important, and why it is for all students! Dr. Grossman is the Associate Director of the Center for the Developing Child and Family at the Ackerman Institute for the Family. She is also an Adjunct Professor at NYU. Previous academic appointments include Yale School of Medicine and SUNY – Downstate Medical Center. Dr. Grossman has conducted special education policy research for the NYS and NYC Departments of Education and school districts in Fairfield County. She lectures nationally and internationally on the topics of family resilience, mental health consultation, and special education family-centered services. Dr. Grossman is an occupational therapist, public health educator and consultant, and she maintains a private practice in couples and family therapy, specializing in neurodiverse children. She is also a member of the Smart Kids with LD Board of Directors. TRANSCRIPT (not proofread) SUMMARY KEYWORDS child, parents, social emotional learning, children, feelings, piece, school, understand, kids, feel, terms, iep, regulate, grossman, special ed, episode, people, academic, learning, behavior SPEAKERS Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW, Dana Jonson Dana Jonson 00:09 Okay, welcome back to Special Ed on Special Ed, thank you so much for tuning in today. I'm very excited for today's episode, because we have Dr. Judy Grossman, who is the Associate Director of the Center for the Developing Child and Family at the Ackerman interests Institute for the family. I got it all out that time. And we're gonna talk about social emotional learning. So stay tuned, I'm going to run my disclaimer before we say a word. And then we'll jump right into it. The information in this podcast is provided for general informational and entertainment purposes only, and may not reflect the current law in your jurisdiction at the time you're listening. Nothing in this episode creates an attorney client relationship. Nor is it legal advice, do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any information included and accessible through this episode without seeking appropriate legal or other professional advice on particular facts and circumstances at issue from a lawyer or service provider licensed in your state country or other appropriate licensing jurisdiction. Great, Dr. Grossman, thank you so much for joining me today, I was able to get out your very long title. But I would love it if you would give us a little background on you and why you are the one that I need to have teach me about social emotional learning. Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 01:19 Okay, first of all, thanks for having me thrilled to be talking to the parents that are listening or whomever actually started my career as an OT. And then went into academia and did some policy research in special ed and became a family therapist. I mean, like I've had many, many different experiences, my area of focus has always been family resilience, even before we we use that term. You know, years ago, we only talked about risks and deficits. But you know, there's been a change a long time coming, and looking at strengths and resilience. And I started a project for family therapists to work, specifically with families with neurodiverse children. And that's because all my experience has taught me that there are layers to the work. So you may be a very competent family therapist, or a maybe an excellent educator and special ed. But you need the whole package. So if you're doing clinical work, that's more than the area of mental health, you have to understand the IEP and the different diagnoses. And on top of interested in family resilience, very, most of my work deals with the parents, because parents are so significant. And situations can be so stressful. And they often search for skills or strategies to help them manage their child's behavior, or even keep themselves regulated when they're getting upset. So social emotional learning, and I'd say it's a term that's been around since the 90s. There's a consortium, researchers, policymakers, educators, clinicians, everybody that's interested in evidence based practice, in terms of social emotional learning. And after the pandemic, or I shouldn't say that we are still in the pandemic, actually, right. We're not sure how it's over yet. I'm actually getting up at COVID. Right now myself. So we are, Dana Jonson 03:45 I think we're over the initial shock of the pandemic, maybe that's what we're thrilled with the initial shock. Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 03:51 That's the one thing we've learned a couple of things. One is children are struggling with anxiety and depression. And for some even PTSD, this has been very challenging and continues to be very challenging for students. Second thing we learn, which I know, the past 40 plus 50, long time is that parents are so important in supporting their child's total development, but particularly the social emotional development because you're the model. You're the coach. A lot of it has to do with your own development of social emotional skills. And I think that the pandemic has raised awareness that it's so important for schools to partner with parents. Dana Jonson 04:47 Yeah. And I think that's, I mean, that's how I sort of came to it was I had an older child who was neurodiverse, who was not able to identify her own emotions and feelings. And so as a family, we sort of had to learn to talk in this way of explaining ourselves and explaining our emotions and our feelings as they were happening in sort of a way to help educate her. And what I learned was I have three of my five children are have a traumatic background, and they're adopted. And and so but what I learned through this process was, it was significantly benefiting my bio, no typical child. And I mean, I don't know that anyone in my house is neuro neurotypical, but whatever you get, the idea is that these pieces, these pieces that I was putting into place for a specific reason for a specific disability for a specific need, actually applied to everybody in the house. And that's how I started to sort of identify that and now that as you say, the pandemic brought much more awareness to the forefront. And, and I agree with you, I think it's critical that we, as parents understand our role in that. Because when you tell a child you need to be doing this, but you're not doing it yourself. That's always my favorite when parents like Well, I'm definitely getting them into therapy. And I'll say, Well, do you have a therapist, and parents will say, Well, no, I don't need one. Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 06:21 So you've made a couple of really good points, then that one is, this is universal. Every child and adult will have better live success, if they have good social emotional awareness. They understand can live with our own feelings, they can begin to identify feelings and others and develop empathy. They have good relationships, and most importantly, particularly with neurodiverse children that the child can regulate. So emotional regulation, meaning, you know, that don't have these uncontrollable outbursts, but they can find ways to self soothe, and cope. And another piece of that is CO regulation. So children who aren't able to do that, the parent has to sort of be their prefrontal cortex and help them regulate. So there are a lot of different dimensions to social emotional learning. But the way that the state of the art so to speak is that there are many curriculum, and many of them are endorsed by Castle, which is this consortium for collaborative social, emotional educational learning, and their school wide. So you know, a school might be interested in paying more attention to social emotional learning, and we can talk about what the research says, and more and more schools are adopting different curriculums. So it's helpful for parents to know, you know, what is your curriculum, and social emotional learning? Dana Jonson 08:05 The why would that be important for a parent to understand the specific curriculum? Is it that the language is different depending on the curriculum? Or how does that fit into what's going on at home? Okay, Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 08:17 so it actually is less about which one, but knowing that they have one. Okay. I think that what goes on at home should complement the language that they're using in school. So there's not a disconnect, in many, many ways to do this. I mean, I often do, training people to do groups with parents and their children to learn these skills. And the earlier the better. I mean, you can, you know, start social emotional learning, with infants. Yeah. In terms of how you help them. And your narrative, your storytelling always includes failing words. So in terms of the steps in social emotional learning, the the, I would say the first step is just labeling feelings, yours, their husbands or partners, the other children in the family, and, you know, take advantage of 24/7 teachable moments. Oh, wow, we see those people there. They're having an argument. They, they look like they're so angry at each other. Are you watching a movie, when he's still kind because he keeps trying to help his friends, so forth and so on. So this is something that can be done, woven into family life. If you have a child and has difficulty labeling feelings, you become curious. And let's say you're watching your child doing homework and they're having a hard time. You can say I'm wondering if you're frustrated. I mean, you're looking frustrated to me, then how are you feeling? So you don't tell the child, how he or she is feeling. But you probe who has a question. And eventually children will be able, there'll be more in touch and be able to name how they feel. And once you have a name, there's a terminal name entertainment, that helps you feel more in control. You know, if they just have this amorphous, let's say you feel anxious, but you don't really know that that's anxiety. Right? You're uncomfortable, you might have bodily signals, and you don't know what they mean. And you might say, every night, my tummy hurts, my tummy hurts. And well, that might be the signal for that child that that means that you're worried that you're just Dana Jonson 10:54 yeah, there's there's that goal responses that it's not, I think that's an important piece, too, is to understand, especially for kids in school, when you see a child, when I see a child who visits the nurse a lot. My first thought is okay, that's anxiety. That's, you know, they're fearful of something, they're worried about something they're escaping from something like that, to me is the first sign right? That that they've removed Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 11:20 themselves, actually, they, they may want to avoid something, or escape, or they may just be overstimulated. And they don't understand that. They just know they need a break. So that's really the first step. I mean, until someone has some self awareness. And when I work with parents, I always encourage a lot of self reflection, because there's a term meta emotion. how people feel about feelings. Yeah, so so people are not comfortable with angry feelings that are not express them. Some people have a lot of trouble handling when their child seems sad. Feelings are feeling, Dana Jonson 12:08 I think that's our natural response, right? Our child is that I want you to feel better. So I'm just going to immediately try to make you feel better. And Kelly, you you feel better. And that's not a big deal. It's not upsetting. Don't worry about it. But what I'm saying is your feelings don't matter. And that's where you'll have to parent right, that's Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 12:23 dismissive, which is unethical. Because either say, your feelings don't matter, or this feeling is like a feeling that we want to talk about or notice. Dana Jonson 12:35 And I find for parents, sometimes it's hard to see when it wasn't our intent to harm a child, it's really hard to acknowledge that what we did, because they think in the back of our mind that So the worst thing we could do is harm a child. That's that's like our natural reaction is to not do that. That concept is so overwhelming, that our first response is to be like, no, no, I didn't mean that. So it didn't happen well, Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 13:01 right? That's right. But the other piece to it is harming a child is a strong word, no parent ever gets it all right all the time. So sometimes it's about the repair. So you know, if you're learning some of these skills yourself about our how to label your carrier feeling and help your child label how he or she was feeling, it's, the parent becomes more skillful. And if you recognize that you did something that retrospectively feel you didn't handle, well, you can be transparent. And say, you know, I was just thinking about what happened this morning. And I'm really sorry, because you are looking so sad, and I didn't really give you a chance to tell me more about it. Would you like to do that? And the time, I'd say yes or no, yeah, the thing is, a very important piece of social emotional learning is this self regulation. And some parents are not well regulated. And it my work, and my work includes research and clinical, academic teaching and so forth. I always start with helping the parent regulate, because if the parent gets triggered by the child's behavior, and then they get upset, and they sort of get aroused and Rabat, that's only gonna create this child's dysregulation, essentially. So no matter what the first step is for the parent, to stay calm. And I think it's very helpful for parents to be explicit about it. Like let's say, you know, you ask your child 10 times to do something, they didn't do it and you're getting annoyed and you know, you're just sort of going up the scale. You can say, you know, yeah, I'm going up the scale or I use the monitors, killing thermometers, but whatever we want to talk about. And I don't want to start yelling, you know, that's not going to help us. So I'm gonna take a minute because I know it helps me, if I take a few deep breaths. So you are you're modeling for the child that you are working on controlling your reactions. So rather than being reactive, you want to be responsive. But you're modeling that. And, you know, you have to have a strategy. One, one part is noticing when you get aroused, or the parent, being able to monitor and knowing what's the point of no return, so to speak, and at some point, forget it. They can't really talk about it in a logical way. But then you have to know what to do. And so, you know, I usually have family activities, where everybody talks about the different ways they control themselves, or calm themselves down, or cope with stress. That's a very, very important piece Dana Jonson 16:13 is a parent understanding themselves and being able to control and regulate? Yeah, and it's, it's, it's, I find almost impossible for me to identify myself, I have to be able to rely on, we have this thing, and I'm very, like, I'm loud. My hands are always going I'm all over the place. And my husband's like, super chill. And so my yelling and his yelling are two different things. I remember he wants raised his voice once, and the kids don't yell at Mommy. And he his response was she yells at me. And they said, Yeah, but that's how she talks. And it was funny for me to be like, Oh, they so differentiate between us, like how I am compared to myself, not how I am compared to him. And I just thought that was fascinating to me that they had picked up on that little bit that they they were aware, they didn't think I was yelling all the time, you know, because there has been my personality. And I just, to me, that was showing me how in tune. Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 17:19 The kids are. Exactly. Kids are incredibly attuned to the parents, emotional state. And like even toddlers, you could see a toddler, if he sees the mom looking sad, go over, and you know, sort of comfort the parent. Now, they don't even really understand what they're doing. But it's, it's in the air. It's an exquisite skill that children have. And, you know, parents might try to mask it, which is hard. I mean, I'm working with a very depressed mom right now. You know, she's doing her best to function normally. But I can't imagine her children don't pick something up. Dana Jonson 18:11 Yeah. And I hear that a lot too, with parents when they either they have something major to tell their kids, whether it's a divorce, or separation or move or what have you. And they've been waiting to tell them for some reason. And I always ask them, like, did they know? Like, did they know where they have set? And, you know, a lot of the time it's like, oh, they had a sentence, or they were relieved that whatever was was said, because they knew something was coming. You know, like, they're just, I think we as adults like to pretend that we're tricking them, but we're really not. You know, we've we've trained them to tell us what we want to hear. Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 18:46 Yeah. And, you know, we we want to protect them. Yes. That's just an instinct. Can always, you know, that doesn't mean that you can help them deal with, I often say anxiety is catching. You know, it might be situation where were you just a word about it? And say, you know, yeah, you know, you recognize that, you know, this is normal behavior for mommy, which is different than normal behavior for daddy. And that's fine. People are different. You know, the thing about social emotional, oh, join us. Good question. I'm sorry, I Dana Jonson 19:36 was I was muted. I was just saying I think it's important for them to be able to distinguish between personality and emotion and feeling and my oldest is neurodiverse as nonverbal learning disabilities so so it's very difficult for her to identify any of those social cues that we take for granted. You know, but so to be able to distinguish between them That's your personality, you're fiery, and you're loud versus someone who's fiery and loud as me, or mad or angry or right. however you define it, it's much more complicated than we think. And we still take it for granted. I'm curious, how do you approach families, because sometimes I run into this where families say, they just need to suck it up. They just need to get through, they need to get a tougher skin. And I've been that parent, where I said, Oh, my God, my kids are snowflakes, what is happening, but at the same time, I think about the pain that I experienced, not being able to share my emotions with somebody or not being able to identify them myself. So I'm coming from that perspective. But how do you reach a parent who maybe doesn't see that the benefit necessarily they know their kid needs it, but they're not internalizing it? Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 20:58 Well, that goes back to the research of what we're learning. So social emotional learning, which is the title that have sole users this consortium, it could be called Emotional intelligence, or emotional literacy. It's also referred to as non cognitive skills, and in our schools are all about academics, and cognitive development, language development, and achievement, which all plays into it, right. But if a child is not regulated, the child is distracted. If a child is in a stress response, if a child is feeling anxious, they're not taking in the information. They're not absorbing, and integrating what the teacher is saying. So there have been over 20 years of research, I mean, way more short term and long term studies, showing that there is a relationship between better social emotional skills and academic performance. There is relationship between social emotional skills, and relationships, and self awareness, and behavior, in school and at home. So I consider it What should I say, I never said this before the word just came into my mind, like a nest, ah, this is social emotional learning. And then you build all the academic cognitive skills. But if you're not pressing, right now, you're not really learning optimally. Dana Jonson 22:51 Yes. And I, we actually experienced that as well, one of one of my children, who, between evaluations, their IQ went up, and I'm using air quotes that you can't see right now went up 16 points. And at her age, that's not your IQ doesn't make that kind of lead BNL in that short period of time, and she had gone from an environment that was not safe to her in her mind, and had to spend not just to enter into a safer environment, she had to spend a great deal of time in that safer environment, before she became available for learning. And that's how we looked at it because I was like, there's not suddenly this, what was I, what I was thrilled about her educational environment at the time is that it was meeting those safety needs. And that was my only priority for her at the time. And the academics came, you know, like, everything went up when we only focused on making sure she felt safe. And that was our only priority. That's when she did well academically. Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 24:03 Well, you're you're exactly right. And, you know, safety is. What could I say? Without that? Yeah, any of this is not going to develop. So you know, children that experience a lot of trauma. Number one need safety and trust in relationships. Another thing about you know, trauma and how it relates to this. I think we underestimate the amount of trauma people have in life. I mean, there's a lot of studies about this now from trauma informed cares, like the name of the game. It's a cat two days, it's the buzz phrase, right? But let's just say your child has ADHD, there's a separate from trauma, the extra energy that they need to pay attention to stay seated to, especially if they're have the hyperactive pace to modulate their body It is exhausting. And so even that takes away from Dana Jonson 25:05 learning. Right. And I think people forget that when kids are exhausted, they don't roll over and go to sleep, they tend to have a fit, you know, they tend to keep going in their exhausted state. They're not aware enough to rest. And I think we forget Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 25:23 that. Yeah. And also, we see it in the transition from school to home. Because, you know, the teacher will say, here's a behavior problem, and we've been doing fine, and he has some friends, you know, and then the child comes home and opens the door, and he has a temper tantrum and totally escalates. And the parents thing that's going on? I mean, is this different kids? In my family child that's in school, very common number that I hear that all the time? Dana Jonson 25:56 How do you help schools bridge that gap? How do your parents and schools how do you, you know, I have that happen a lot. Obviously, with my clients, I have my clients or children with disabilities, and a lot of the time they are holding it together to the best of their ability from morning to dismissal, and then they get home. And there's nothing left. There's, you know, emotional control, there's no making the child happy. There's no nothing like they've just been pushed over the edge. But the school is seeing a great kid that's being social and talking to friends and doing their work. And I'm in the parents are seeing a kid that's about to blow, how do we help bridge that gap? Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 26:41 Well, a couple of ideas. One is, because this is so common. One knows what you can do at home. So to be articular Babbitt and then have maybe a transition ritual with the child, because you're anticipating, and you make that obvious and you know, the ritual might be what's the most common thing you can do with the child at that moment? Is it to give them something to eat? Or is it to have them do some kind of physical, aerobic kind of activity, whatever it is, but make it over and think about, this is just what the parent can do think about creating a coming home ritual. As a therapist, when I work with families, everything is a suggestion, because we never really know what's going to work. A lot of it's trial and error. But for some families that works in terms of the school. And I've been doing this work a long time, I mean, training related service providers, because I'm also rotate training related service providers and training, special educators and changing psychologist and you know, people from different domains in this area with different perspectives. Yeah. And the, there are so many more opportunities for parents to get information that could help them. I always say, don't pass the OT what she's doing to help the child regulate in the classroom, because maybe she has some ideas for you. I mean, there's not enough transparency and communication between well, some parents and some schools do this very well. I mean, you know, I did some studies in Fairfield County, and there are some school districts, some districts, but there's some communities that do it very well. I was still my work was in New York City, and Dana Jonson 28:53 different animal in New York City. Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 28:56 And so, sometimes there's absolutely no communication and cancer or our have a right to information. And they would benefit a great deal because they want other ideas. Are there strategies? Is there something that's working in school because there's a behavior plan seemed to work in schools, that's something we should try it at home? Dana Jonson 29:23 Right. And from a, you know, from a specialist attorney perspective, I would also look at that as you know, parent training from a school perspective. Another thing that I often recommend for parents is evaluations. And if they think that they are seeing a completely different child than their school district, and they're not able to bridge that gap, that either bringing in the private therapists that they're working with to give their input or collaborating with the school to get an outside evaluation, maybe somebody who isn't in school because of people in school aren't seeing But the parents are staying and the parents aren't seeing what school is seeing the maybe we need somebody completely separate, to come in and tell us where all these pieces connect. And I find that to sometimes be the hardest thing. And once we can make that connection, and everyone can see how all those pieces work together and how home is impacting school and vice versa, then we can start putting pieces into place. How would you advise parents or teachers who think you know, we have a gap, we need to bridge bridge this gap? Where can we get the information we need? Who should they be going to for that assessment or Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 30:40 instruction? Well, you're talking about quite a few different things. So that's probably, so let's see if I can answer it in a way that's helpful. Schools are mandated to every child has an IEP to decide on placement and services to enhance their academic performance. That's as a threatened. I'm suggesting academic performances is not as narrow a lane, as they say, I did special ed policy research for a decade. And, you know, there's such variability in terms of a school district partnering and believing in strength base, partnering with parents in understanding what the parents concerns are, what their priorities are, as opposed to, you know, let's look at the IEP and look at the various specifics skill. Now, sorry, think about all the trial, right. So parents have a right to request a meeting, if a child has an IEP, parents have a right to have the child evaluated, if they feel there's a problem. Usually it comes from the school, suggesting to the parent, however, I know, parents instinct, lets them know something's not quite right. And so they need the validation. They may feel for years. I just think there's something that he he's not getting. And then grade three, you still can't read. He's very frustrated. And he has a lot outburst in the parent knew, right and we are diagnosing earlier and earlier or diagnosing. I mean now, where it is approved to diagnose children as young as four with ADHD, which was not the case before, but I know into a preschool and look in the classroom and identify two to three children that are neuro diverse. And yeah, I'm a preventionist. I mean, my doctorates and a couple of Cal, but I'm all about prevention. And if a child has a neurobiological disability, you really can do prevention work in terms of his emotional life, and not feeling I'm not good enough. I'm a bad boy. You know, I hear those things from children all the time, and they're devastating for parents. Dana Jonson 33:30 Yeah. But I think we don't realize too, that by calling a child a good boy, indicates to the other children, then they are bad. Like, I think they're little pieces of language that we we've become very careless with our language, I think. And I think that is part of our social emotional problem. Because when you're careless with your language, you're sending messages that maybe you didn't intend to send. And, and I think it's in my lifetime, that we've actually as a society started to acknowledge that kids have feelings. You know, I know, when I was little that was at the forefront of the conversation, you know, and even my mom talks about when she was pregnant, there was only one patient. Yeah, it was the mom. Right. So it started right from there. So, you know, I think that we are definitely coming into a new understanding even though these ideas and concepts and knowledge have been around forever. I think as a society, we have not been taking it seriously. Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 34:31 Well, I think you're absolutely right. The power of language. Good, bad, you know, really, you want to describe behavior, you know, Oh, you did you finish that assignment very well. And you know, that was great because you're being a good student or whatever. You you talk about the behavior. I had an experience in 1971, which gives A little bit of indication of how long I've been in the parenting field. And we were doing a prevention program in Spanish Harlem with little kids. And everything was about the children know that colors, they know, shapes, and it was all conquer cognitive and language. And I have worked in mental health. And so this was a research project that really funded until I started saying to the parents, what do you like about your child? I'm telling you, they struggled with answers. So this piece of recognizing someone's emotional life and how much that impacts performance and relationships. I mean, even I do a lot of work and Headstart programs, and 1965, the purpose of Headstart was to help children develop social competence. It was an academic readiness. Because if you think about right, you know, what do you need to be a successful adult? Well, you may not need algebra, as much as getting along with your co workers are having a decent round. Dana Jonson 36:18 Yes. And I had that conversation, an IEP meeting the other day for a kid who's super smart. And I thought, yeah, he is. But he also can't make eye contact. If he doesn't like how you look, he will tell you like, there are things that are not acceptable in society that this child does. And regardless of the cognitive abilities, they won't be successful. And that is what we're looking at when you talk about education being much more global than academics. And it is, and that's something that I remind IP teams of all the time, you know, for a middle school, we're talking about a middle schooler, and this kid does not have any friends, that is not typical. And that is going to be more important to that student than anything else. So if we're not taking seriously what kids take seriously, then we're not acknowledging their feelings, their thoughts, what's going on in their lives. And I mean, they're human too, right? They this is their brains are developing to what they're going to be as adults, now's the best time for them to learn how to do all that stuff. I just don't believe that kids have to be in pain to learn what makes it hard to learn. Yes, I think we have that, right. Like if somebody if a kid is enjoying their class, there's this question like, are they actually learning anything? They seem like they're having too much fun? You know, we have to think that's sort of a weird thing. Well, thank you, I so appreciate all of this information. I think it's so important for families and schools to understand that this this social emotional learning piece, and you did touch on it, but it's also a little different than emotional IQ, or those pieces like how will you know yourself. It's more about social emotional learning, it builds, these things can be learned skill develop, to Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 38:11 be modeled back to be practiced. I think the good takeaway for whoever's listening to this is becoming more comfortable with emotional coaching. And that's a term comes from John Gottman, which really means no matter what's going on, you connect emotionally with the child first. So you say, you know, I say you're really angry because you're raising your voice, and I get it, because your sister keeps taking your toys. So you're validating how the child feels, no matter how they feel a feeling is the feeling needs to be respected. So before you say, but don't hit your sister. First, say, you know, label of feeling validated. If you don't really understand if you can't make the connection say, but what what's going on? Tell me what I don't understand why you're so frustrated. And then you can give the couldn't give guidance, you can make a demand, you can make a request. It just means that the child feels understood, and they will listen to you. And this goes for all relationships. Dana Jonson 39:36 It takes them off the defensive. Yeah, Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 39:39 I mean, everybody wants to feel understood. And Oh, Mommy gets it. Yes. And, you know, mommy's that. I should. I can't hit her. Okay. That doesn't mean it's not going to hit her. It means that he has to substitute right a different action for demonstrating has Question for just sister. Dana Jonson 40:02 I love that the way you phrase that it's it's about finding a different way to express it. Right? You're identifying. I see you feel that way I get it. That's valid. But doing that when you feel that way is not how we do it. When you feel that way, you've got to do something different. Let's figure out what that something different is. And yeah, so it's looking at what's, what's the outcome? I've said that to you before I do want the child to feel bad about themselves? Or do you want to change the behavior, which is the goal? And thinking of it that way? Because I think sometimes we feel like that's character building as an adult, right. Going through those tough things and toughing it out. But, you know, wouldn't it be better to have the tools to get through it rather than have it out? I'm not too proud to use, though. Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 41:01 It's complex, but it is Dana Jonson 41:03 it is. So So Dr. Grossman, tell me if somebody is listening to this, and they're saying, Oh, my gosh, you speak my truth. You're the only person who gets me and I need to talk to Dr. Grossman, how are they going to find you, and reach out to you and find your world, Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 41:18 I am only practicing on Zoom. Now. Since the pandemic, I gave up my office in the city and I had to have an office here. I'm taking select cases, because I also teach and so forth and so on. But I can be reached at Judy.Grossman928@gmail.com Dana Jonson 41:43 Great. And I will have that information in the show notes along with the other other links to some things that we've discussed during this episode. And I can't thank you enough it really this is such an important a hot topic. And I came across it because I was I attended a presentation that you gave and and I think that was well attended as well. I really think that social emotional learning is on the swing. Thank God in our community in our on our society. So thank you so much for all the work you do, and for sharing this information with parents. Judy Grossman, PhD, MSW 42:16 Oh, my pleasure. My pleasure. I'm happy to do it. Dana Jonson 42:20 Thank you so much for joining me today. Please don't forget to follow this podcast so you don't miss any new episodes and leave a review and you have a chance. If there's anything you want to hear about or comment on. Please go to my Facebook page special ed on special ed and find me there. I'll see you next time here on special ed on special ed. Have a fabulous day. The views expressed in this episode are those of the speaker's at the time of the recording and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer or company or even that individual today.

Alex Dayton has an impressive history in the mental health field including serving as the Clinical Director for Freedom Institute and the Chief Clinical Officer of Veritus. He joins us today to talk about addiction treatment and recovery for licensed professionals. Because of their license, professionals like doctors, lawyers, and judges are  more reluctant to seek treatment. The program offered by Veritus, which uses technology, helps to make treatment more accessible to this population. Listen to today's episode as Alex talks about the correlation among addiction, wealth, and success, explains dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and shares exciting trends in the mental health field.    IN THIS EPISODE  [01:46] Similarities and differences between licensed professionals and the average person getting  support for substance use.  [06:22] How doctors compare to other patients in treatment  [09:54] How treatment for lawyers is specialized  [12:54] The correlation among  addiction, success, and wealth  [18:21] An explanation of DBT  [23:42] Alex shares what he is looking forward to in the field in the coming years    KEY TAKEAWAYS  Technology is being used in the mental health field making treatment more accessible and offering different solutions for clients.  DBT is an effective therapy technique because it is applicable in real-time.  Doctors, lawyers, and other licensed professionals often have a hard time seeking help for substance use because they are afraid it will affect their license. Veritus and the Freedom Institute both aim to help treatment be more accessible to this population.    RESOURCES:  Beyond the Balance Sheet Website  Veritus Website  BIO:  Alex Dayton is a Psychotherapist in private practice and an advisor to several organizations helping to support mental healthcare programming and strategy. Alex served for several years as the Clinical Director for Freedom Institute, an outpatient treatment program located in New York City.. In addition, Alex served as the Vice President of clinical strategy and business development for Freedom Institute. Alex served as Chief Clinical Officer of Veritus, a virtual intensive outpatient program he helped launch and design to treat medical professionals, lawyers, and judges struggling with substance use disorder. Alex remains a consultant for both Freedom Institute and Veritus as a senior advisor. In addition to his Masters degree from New York University, Alex has received intensive training in DBT, and advanced practices in DBT from Marsha Linehan at Behavioral Tech. He  has received training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) from the Beck Institute, completed the Foundations in Family Therapy Program at The Ackerman Institute for The Family, and completed training in advanced practices for Motivational Interviewing from MINT. Alex  completed training at Bellevue hospital and at FEGS, working with adults who have both chronic mental illness and addiction. He has worked with adults, adolescents, and children at the Brooklyn Center for Psychotherapy and on a research team at New York University conducting HIV and substance use research. 

Grief is something that makes us extremely uncomfortable, but is a part of our life where it can be an intimate partner. Kara and Edy talk about how we need to invite grief in for a conversation. It's a place where if we interact with the uncomfortable, we can be transformed.  Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR is an author, public speaker and licensed therapist. She is an AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist and certified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. Edy earned degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She practices in New York City. In her expertise as a grief therapist, she interweaves her formal training as a psychotherapist with breathwork, guided imagery, ritual and storytelling. Trauma, abuse, and grief cause the soul to become imbalanced: The goal of the work is to find emotional calibration or balance to defy the depth of darkness and the grip grief often has on the psyche. She believes that everyone experiences grief throughout their lives. Grief is not just about the death of a loved one, but the losses we experience in life. Grief is hard to talk about. Edy teaches you to dance with your grief, To know it as a way to know yourself. Whether it is the loss of a loved one or the loss of a limb or the loss of the life you once knew, it is your soul that offers the answers to relief. An essential element in her practice is to offer clients the chance to combine psychotherapy with a deeper, more spiritual understanding of the self. She is dedicated to helping people understand their grief, cope with the fear and struggle that holds them back, and learn to live fully. https://edynathan.com/

One of the common notions here is that behavioral health is the same as mental health. Even though both are interchangeable, mental health is a term that comes under behavioral health. One silver lining amid all the disruption and issues is the normalization of these challenges at work. Behavioral health focuses on one's behavior that contributes to one's well-being. These can even be physical health issues like obesity or mental issues like depression that contribute to behavioral health. Edy Nathan discusses the importance of behavioral health in the workplace. She further suggests techniques on how to get rid of such conditions among many employees today.  Edy Nathan is an author, public speaker, and grief therapist. And in her expertise, she interweaves her formal training as a psychotherapist with breathwork, guided imagery, ritual, and storytelling. Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR is an author, public speaker, and licensed therapist. She earned her degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She practices in New York City.  

In this episode of Real Talk, KJK Student Defense Attorneys Susan Stone and Kristina Supler are joined by Dr. Michael C. Reichert, an Executive Director of the Center for the Study of Boys and Girls at the University of Pennsylvania and a Supervising Psychologist at the Haverford School.  They discuss how to raise boys.  The conversation includes how Dr. Reichert pioneered a groundbreaking discovery about boys and the key to their learning, why time and society along with it has revolutionized gender stereotypes and the fundamentals of raising a boy that every parent should know. Links Mentioned In the Show: KJK Student Defense Dr. Michael Reichert's Website https://www.michaelcreichert.com  Show Notes: (03:11) A shocking commonality that Dr. Reichert and Niobe Way discovered about boys and their relationships (03:37) How a theory of voice education was pioneered (04:04) The essential factor required for boys to engage in learning  (04:42) A shocking finding about boys and relationships that baffled even educational and psychological veterans with 50 years of experience combined (07:22) Transformative relationships: do boys become too dependent on their friends? (08:00) How culture and society has caused the context of title IX cases involving males to evolve over time. (09:40) How Kristina and Susan utilized their certification in restorative justice as a means of conflict resolution (11:14)  Why masculinity has historically grown to be weaponized involving title IX cases  (12:38) The turning point of society: finally acknowledging the humanity of males (17:07) Breaking the stereotype: the shift in parenting and their expectations from their male children (21:32) What every parent, particularly mothers, needs to do for their sons before sending them off to college and throughout it.  (22:10) Why the, “Mama's Boy Myth,” has been busted.  (23:58) What every single mom raising a son needs to bear in mind (25:00) We are living in the era of redefining emotional strength Transcript: Susan Stone: Today's podcast, Kristine and I are going to, again, explore how to raise boys. Now I know you guys out there who pay attention to our podcast are wondering didn't you just do that with Niobi Way talk about boys. Didn't we?  Kristina Supler: We did. But you know, we've really had the pleasure of reading quite a few books recently on this topic. And given that in our law practice, while we represent male and female students, we tend to see and deal with cases with boys mostly.  Susan Stone: Yeah. I mean, you have to wonder, especially in hazing cases we represent mm-hmm fraternity members. We have never met, represented a, a sorority sister.  Kristina Supler: Not true. We have, what did don't forget that? Oh, you did.  Susan Stone: oh my gosh. Showing my age, showing my age. Kristina Supler: But you are correct in that 99.9% of the time, our hazing cases are male students.  Susan Stone: Yeah, thanks for calling me out there. That's awesome. But why don't you introduce our speaker? That is your job.  Kristina Supler: Today, we are joined by Michael Reichert, who is a psychologist who has worked in a variety of clinical school, community and research settings over the course of his career. He serves as the executive director of the center for the study of boys and girls lives a research collaborative at the University of Pennsylvania. And he is also a supervising psychologist at the Haverford school, which is outside of Philadelphia. Susan Stone: Very pretty area, Kristina and I were there gorgeous  Kristina Supler: area, gorgeous, fine institutions in that area of the country. Michael has writing has been published in many prominent. Periodicals the Atlantic New York times, Washington post. And today he's joining us to discuss his book, entitled how to raise a boy, the power of connection to build. Good men. Welcome.  Welcome. So we're gonna start with the first question, Michael, in how to raise a boy, you address society's narrow conception of what it means to be a real boy. We had Niobe Way author of Deep Secrets. Talk about how boys crave real friendships, which fade over time as boys hit their teenage years. Can you add anything else to that concept and maybe give us a fresh look about boys, maybe something we don't know about them, even though you guys are 50% of the population. Dr. Michael Reichert: good morning, Christina. Good morning, Susan. thank you for having me. And I'm glad to be here and, and particularly glad to be following my good friend and colleague Niobe. You know, um, I was talking with Niobe recently and we were, we're getting ready to host a webinar. We began the conversation with each other, talking about what has surprised us in our research. What led us to the positions that were, were both in respectively and Niobe's way Niobe's study was about friendship and what she discovered that surprised her was that boys indeed have tremendously intimiate relationships with each other relationships that they would die without they feel my research that, that wound up in a very similar destination came from a very different source. I investigated teaching and learning in schools around the world. and we began our large scale survey, 18 countries, 1500 boys ages 12 to 19, and about a thousand of their teachers. And we asked a very simple question. We asked what's worked, trying to build a theory of voice education inductively from the ground up. And what we found was completely unexpected. Not mentioned at all by the teachers that we interview, we, we surveyed and interviewed, came exclusively from the boys themselves. And essentially what the boys said was we depend upon a connection with our teacher or our coach in order to engage in learning. The vulnerable act of learning from somebody requires that we believe this person cares about us and wants to help. now my part, my research partner, and I, we had 50 years at that point between us in the trenches of boys education, we were unprepared for how powerfully boys described themselves as relational learners. And we realized that there was this fog of stereotype that kept us from seeing boys clearly, not just us, but folks in the trenches and some of the finest boys schools around the world. we all had trouble naming this phenomenon that boys are relational. Fundamentally Niobe found something similar. She found that we have this shroud of, of, of misconception that, you know, what she calls false stories that keep us from recognizing how capable of intimacy boys are in their friendships. I arrived at a similar place looking at boys' relationships with their teachers and coaches. Kristina Supler: That's interesting because this, this subject or this topic of relationships, Susan, and I see it so often at the beginning of episode, Susan mentioned fraternities and hazing, of course, but there's a lot of positive that can come from fraternities in those relationships. And in your book, you talk about this idea of brotherhood being a distinct and integral. Facet in boyhood and you discuss how it's ever present in institutions of boyhood like recess, sports teams, clubs, fraternities. When we represent young men in college title IX cases, we do that work across the country and typically our clients are accused male students. And so often Susan and I have these really difficult conversations. With our clients, these young men who are absolutely heartbroken and shocked when they not only receive the news that, they're respondent in a Campus Title IX case, but they learn that they've been asked to leave or been kicked out of their fraternity. And they're friends with whom they thought they had this deep connection. They're now on an island alone. What can you tell us about this? Or what are your thoughts on why that happens. Susan Stone: Other than the legal aspect? Because we always wonder. Is it really the boys or the boys that succombing to pressure from their chapters saying, mm-hmm we, we don't want our charter revoked. You gotta get that kid out and suspend them and it  Kristina Supler: make it begs the question. How real are the friendships? Yeah. And then that's a painful, uh, ugly dose of reality that these young men are, are navigating on top of everything else. So, Michael, what are your thoughts?  Susan Stone: Are boys really good time, Charlies?  Dr. Michael Reichert: Well, you're saying you're packing a lot into your question. So it, I, I think I need to unpack it a little bit or answer from different angles. Number one boys friendships are uh, transformative just as their relationships with teachers and coaches can be transformative. You know, that's what Niobe Ways research established was that these are relationships in which boys can live. They can breathe, they can be themselves and absent those relationships. Their mental health is, is considerably diminished they're alone. So you know, the feeling that your clients have expressed when they get canceled by their fraternity. Of being at a complete loss. I think that's very real and painful. That's number one, but number two, you know, we are in an era, almost a pendulum swing era in which the realities of title IX and me too are seeping into the culture in ways that I think are largely. There's been this culture, this bro culture that has existed in uh, male development that has been tacitly the dominant, a dominant theme for generations and to be called out now historically, uh, about where aggression in intimate, uh, relationships crosses a line. I think that's actually really healthy and important. And, and it, you know, it sets a bar that I think boys need to recognize and take account of, I think a lot about integrity and what what enables a, a young man to retain his human integrity, his humanity. In the context of a culture that does so much puts on puts so much pressure on boys to lose themselves, you know, this idea, for example, that for most boys, their introduction to their sexuality is in pornography. You know, we're not really, some folks are talking about that, but it's not nearly a pervasive enough conversation, particularly in families raising boys. I, I think that. These, the implementation of title IX rules on campus is I think that is in my mind, historic swing. Do boys at the same time as they're being called out, need to be called in, in some restorative justice context? I do believe that I feel strongly about that. Susan Stone: So do we, you should know that many, many years ago. Uh, Kristine and I went to Swarthmore, your neck of the woods, and we were certified in restorative justice. And you know, we talk about it for years. Kristina Supler: It's a wonderful approach to conflict resolution, repairing but  Susan Stone: harm. But I will tell you by and large, we don't get to employ those skills. We're typically hired to be advisors in a more traditional hearing setting, but we always pitch it. And I'm still waiting for the day where someone's gonna ask us to serve as advisors in a restorative justice setting. Hasn't happened yet. When did we go to Swarthmore?  Kristina Supler: Oh gosh, years ago. I don't remember, but it, it's interesting to see academic institutions embrace restorative justice more for title nine, of course, now that that's permitted with the regulations or student general student misconduct cases, but it's, it has not caught on everywhere. And there's still many students who are very, very resistant to the idea and, and view it as a process that isn't going to help resolve whatever the, the harm in question is. Susan Stone: But we're not, we're not given up on that. Michael, we, we believe in it. ,  Dr. Michael Reichert: My son went to Swarthmore, by the way. And maybe during the time that you were taking your training, your certification,  Susan Stone: you have to ask him and did he see two fabulous women walk across campus? Cause I'm sure it was us. I'm sure Dr. Michael Reichert: The arc of history here is really important to acknowledge, you know, that's really what I was trying to say. Mm-hmm and I do look forward to a time. I believe there will be a time in which you will be asked less to defend young men in these accusations and more to help restore some kind of res you know, some resolution to  I think I mentioned in my notes before your interview today that I'm launching a new study of younger men, 18 to 30 years old in partnership with an organization based in DC, Equa Mundo. We're about to launch a state of American men survey. Probably, uh, within a month or two.  We're very aware of the fact that we're taking, we're undertaking this study in a context in which Senator Holly is coming up with a new book. Uh, and Tucker Carlson is coming up with a new book, both about men and both about sort of celebrating traditional masculinity. The weaponization of masculinity is unfortunately one of the characteristics of our time and your legal practice, my work as a developmental psychologist, a consulting psychologist, and an a researcher it's taking place in this historic context, what I will say. And one of the reasons we're focusing on 18 to 30 year old guys is I don't think there's ever been a better time to be a young man. To be raising a son or educating a son. I think it's actually the first time I, I get grandiose here, Kristina and Susan, and I say, I think the first time in all of human history, in which we're really able to acknowledge the full humanity of male male beings. And in particular, the relational and emotional natures of males I think is for the first time really coming under popular scrutiny. All of these athletes, for example, who are saying, indeed I struggle with anxiety or depression or whatnot, the legitimation of males as people who have deep feelings in relationships have intimacy needs who have lots and lots of feelings and need to express those feelings. I think that's how I. This historic time and we're in a contest for what view of men is going to prevail. We're gonna have a, kind of a militaristic masculinity, you know, a throwback masculinity touted in the public square from some very loud voices. And, uh, I think that in your work defending young men who have been called out fairly or unfairly I'm I'm sure. You know, you get, you get both.  Susan Stone: We do get both. Um, and we see that there is no one flavor of a male respondent. We've had many men tell us that they don't like hooking up. They want the relationships to be deeper than sex. They don't like partying. We've had that. We've had situations where there was rough sex and it was not introduced by the male. It was introduced by the female. So we do see a lot of young men cry. Oh  Kristina Supler: yeah. I mean, it's Michael, it's so interesting to hear you say, uh, that it's such a wonderful time to examine these issues and raise young men because when Susan and I are meeting with young men every day and talking to their families, the constant refrain we hear from parents who are sitting in our office, you know, in tears about whatever the situation at hand is, because they're just in this nightmare that they never envisioned involving their child is it's such a hard time for young men on college campuses in particular.  Susan Stone: I'm gonna throw a question that I we've prepared our questions that occurred to me. um, and this is gonna be a really controversial question. I'm seeing almost the opposite where it used to be, that people would say that their boys need to toughen it up and their girls were allowed to be vulnerable. And lately we're almost seeing a shift in parenting where parents of girls assume that the girls are competent and will take care of things. And that their boys are so fragile that if Kristina and I push hard, for example, when we do mock cross examination to get students ready for a hearing, we hear their boys are gonna break. And so we're actually seeing wouldn't you agree like eggshell males and warrior women?  Dr. Michael Reichert: I love that.  Kristina Supler: yeah, it it's it. You never know that. And that's actually, what I love about what we do for a living is you never know what you're gonna deal with on, on the day to day something new comes in. And just when you think you have a certain conception of how someone acts or responds to a situation you're confronted with something new. But I mean, what are your thoughts, Michael?  Susan Stone: Yeah, because I'm gonna tell you what we're speaking. We, we get asked to speak at the during his places and Wednesday we've been invited into someone's home with a group of young men and their moms before they go off to college, it's coming up, summer's almost over. And we're gonna talk about things that they should be concerned about. Of course we will give you credit, Michael, but can you give us a little something extra to share that we can talk to these boys and their moms about before these boys go off to college?  Dr. Michael Reichert: I'm still thinking about pondering your phrase eggshell boy, eggshell men and warrior women, Susan. I like that. That was  Kristina Supler: a good one. A little. Yeah.  Dr. Michael Reichert: In a nutshell, what I would say is this in a, in a survey that launched. Boyhood campaign global boyhood initiative. Equa Mundo did a survey and, uh, focus group research project. And when they surveyed parents of boys, what they found was that one of the values that parents placed cherished most importantly in their sons is something that they called emotional. and there's different ways of defining that, that I think really does illustrate my point. That there's never been a better time to be a boy to raise a son. Traditionally, emotional strength has been defined as stoicism. Suck it up. Don't show any feelings. Keep it to yourself. Rise above it, be rational. The problem is that that doesn't work particularly well. It comes at a tremendous personal cost that we've just hidden, we haven't really openly acknowledged it's coming out now that football players and star basketball players and all kinds of public figures, have been suffering and quietly believing that they need to some. Rise above that suffering. When in fact, the solution as a therapist, someone in clinical practice for a long, long time, what I know is that the solution to those kinds of struggles is the opposite of keeping it inside. It's letting it out, getting it off your chest, relieving yourself of de tension by finding someone that can quote unquote, hold you, listen to you care about you understand. We're built to cleanse our minds of suffering and struggle, but not by keeping it inside and what the current generations are doing. What younger men are figuring out is that they need to be able to do that. They need the right, the permission to do that. I teach an emotional literacy course that, that boys school outside of Philadelphia, the Haverford school mm-hmm , I've been doing it now for close to 30 years. When we first started out it was suspect. And only a kind of a self-selected few would find their way into the voluntary program. Now, 2022, that program has become what the boys call the best program in the school. The room fills with people coming. And maybe they're coming for the pizza, but I believe they're also coming for the opportunity and it's a drop and a bucket opportunity, you know, but the opportunity to talk to their friends in a real way, and the kinds of profound ways that boys will share stories about what's going on in their lives. Kristina Supler: Your comments are making me think about, of course we're located in Cleveland, Ohio. And so I'm thinking of the Cavalier's player. Kevin Love, who is, well, I'm thinking of Julia. Yes, huge. And everyone loves him for a variety of reasons. But when he came out about his struggles, I. Believe it was depression and anxiety. He, number one, it was so brave of him to share and be vulnerable with the whole country and talk about that. And I think he drew a lot of attention to the issue, but it was also curious to hear people talk about like, gee, how could this. famous, rich superstar athlete have these issues. That's so shocking. And I know Susan, I, I mean, I heard people making comments along those lines and I thought like, of course they do. I mean, this is what we see every day is a certain, you know, conception of masculinity they're struggling and they have these issues and challenges.  Susan Stone: Yeah. I just wanna circle back Michael to our talks with moms and boys, from what, tell me if you agree with this. From what I'm hearing, we really need to say that we know the transition to college is gonna be difficult. So for moms and parents of males going off to college where you are alone, and it's a long haul, that freshman year is hard to make sure that there are outlets for those males to express home sickness and loneliness and fear. Is that the message you think we should send on Wednesday night and in future talks?  Dr. Michael Reichert: Yes. I would say it a bit differently. Would I say to parents who are about to launch their sons to college freshman years? I say what you want is for your son to have you in his hip. If the attachment process in these primary relationships has gone well, so that the boy has a secure sense of being quote unquote, well held by his mom or his dad or both. What we want is for that boy to have easy access to the resource of that relationship, no matter what he's facing. Now the fear is always, you know, we have this phenomenon that Kate Lombardi Stone wrote about in her book. Mama's Boy Myth. We have this fear that many moms carry that if they keep their sons too close, they'll somehow undermine his, his individuation as a masculinity. They'll turn 'em into a mama's boy. And what I say to moms, when I talk to him, Susan, is that's nonsense. It's just the opposite. boys will want to be autonomous and independent and strong, but we don't understand separation any longer in developmental psychology as turning away from relationships or giving up on them, we actually grow in relationships, not out of them. And so boys will use their mothers as sounding boards or as stress relief valve. When they need to provided that the channel for communication is kept clear. Now, a lot of moms do, they're the ones that initiate the calls. They, they can't deal with the separation at their end. That's a different phenomenon. yeah. That's a different conversation. well,  Susan Stone: I actually am reflecting because I have two girls and one boy, and ironically, I do speak to my son more than my two daughters combin.  Kristina Supler: that is true. You say that it's very true. Yeah. Just as an outside observer.  Susan Stone: Yeah. I'm thinking and reflecting. I, I was a single mother raising three kids, and I will say, I always believed in my mind that it's much harder for a mother to raise a son without a dad present that it is a daughter. And there are a lot of single mothers out there. Do you have advice for single mom?  Dr. Michael Reichert: Okay. I have to, um, refer you to a wonderful book written by a famous Ackerman Institute, family therapist, Olga Silverstein. The book is titled the courage to raise good men. And it's a book that's based on her experience as a single mom raising her son. But essentially Susan, what she says that I, I wholeheartedly agree with is. You build this relationship with your son in which essentially you promise him, that you will always be in the background of his life there for him supporting him, loving him, knowing him, willing to hold him when he needs, needs to reveal something that's hard. And there's nothing about becoming a man that requires that your. To turn away from that or give up on that or somehow go without that strength comes from connection, not from separation. And that's the thing. I think that we, psychologists folks like Niobe Way and myself, what we're trying to redefine is what is emotional strength. And it actually is having the courage to acknowledge. I'm scared. I feel bad. I'm upset. And, and acknowledge that in the face of a culture that might derogate you if you reveal those feelings. But that's the good news here, you know, less and less. That's true. It's an exciting time.  Kristina Supler: Well, Michael, this has been a really wonderful, oh my God episode. It's really such a pleasure to talk with you and hear what you have to add to the discussion that you put in your book, how to raise a boy, the power of connection to build good men. And we encourage our listeners to check out the book and thank you so much for joining us today.  Susan Stone: Michael, we could talk to you further, but I think it's really good to end on a note where my mind is just racing because with all the pain going on the world, mm-hmm, leaving on a note that this is a great time to raise a boy. It's a great time to be a male in the face of everything. And that men are more comfortable being more emotional, that bodes well for both men and our daughters and women. So  Dr. Michael Reichert: thank you. Yeah. Yeah. Good luck in your parenting um, thank you both. Thanks for talking with you. Thank you. Susan Stone: Thank you.

On this encore episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye is joined by Maggie Craddock. Maggie Craddock is an executive coach with over 20 years of experience working with clients at all levels of the professional spectrum. She is best known for her work with Fortune 500 CEOs and senior management teams. Maggie and discusses her new book, Lifeboat: Navigating Unexpected Career Change and Disruption. This book is a page turner, and an excellent career coaching tool. Maggie uses the metaphor and lessons from the tragic, maiden voyage of the Titanic. The stories of heroism and being able to step up and take on a leadership role in the midst of chaos are readily applicable to guiding your career. More than that, Maggie Craddock is a seasoned Marriage and Family Therapist, having studied at the famed Ackerman Institute in New York City. She is able to combine her wisdom as a family therapist, with her experience of having worked in finance. This book is applicable to life lessons across a broad range of human endeavors and relationships.The Psychology Talk Podcast is a unique conversation about psychology around the globe. Your host Dr. Scott Hoye discusses psychology with mental health practitioners and experts to keep you informed about issues and trends in the industry. https://psych-talk.comhttps://www.instagram.com/psychtalkpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/psychtalkpodcast

Being intimate with someone who came from a different background comes with it inevitable issues. Most often than not, couples are not even aware that these issues exists. To help us identify and overcome intimacy issues, join Jason and Tina Marie with their guest, Wendi Sanyour Dumbroff, in this another exciting episode of Loving Beyond the I Do. Wendi is a licensed professional counselor who specializes in Couples Therapy. She is currently pursuing further studies in Sex Therapy. Stay tuned!Here's a breakdown of what to expect in this episode:Her passion storyWendi on Sex and intimacyBeing a therapist and its positive effect on her familyMindfulness therapyWhat to do when your partner would not say sorryThe Golden gem in marriageAnd so much more!~About Wendi:Wendi Dumbroff is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She works with individuals, couples, and families who are dealing with many different kinds of problems. These include depression, anxiety, couples conflict and affairs, family conflict, divorcing families, raising adolescents, parenting issues, parent/child relationships (including parents and adult children), LGBTQ issues, sexual issues, and so much more.She views counseling as a collaborative process that is co-created between therapist and client(s). There is no one “truth” that fits for everyone, as each individual and each relationship are unique and special entities. She believes it is important not only to address the things that are not working for clients, but also, to bring forth the many strengths and positive qualities they possess.She had specialized training in family and couples therapy, which she obtained through a post-graduate program at the “Ackerman Institute for the Family” in New York City. She is currently pursuing post-graduate certification in the area of sex therapy. Sexual issues are very prevalent in her work with couples as well as individuals, whether they identify as heterosexual, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer, and whether their sexual preferences are more mainstream or kinky. She will provide you with a safe, sex positive environment to discuss your most personal issues.~You can find Wendi Sanyour Dumbroff on . . .Website: https://wendidumbrofftherapy.com/ ~Connect with Jason and Tina Marie!Loving Beyond the I Do Website: www.lovingbeyondtheido.comLegendary Relationship Website: www.legendaryrelationship.comInstagram: @legendaryrelationshipJason's Instagram: @mrjayscottTina's Instagram: @tinamarie_8Facebook Page: @legendaryrelationshipFacebook Group: @marriagebossYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCriE1bLih4npMYVPd4mTxiAGet your free ebook

Jess and Jess love to talk about grief. So this week's conversation with licensed grief therapist, Edy Nathan, around her bestselling book, "It's Grief," where she examines the emotional and devastating impact of loss and trauma.Grief is hard to talk about- but in this conversation, grief is framed within the context of the Hero/Shero's journey- a state of true transformation. She says there is nothing normal about-never has been, never will be- but that it can become an ally as we find a new normal in that space in our lives that is ready to be changed. Meet Dr. Edie:Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR is an author, public speaker and licensedtherapist. She is an AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist andcertified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. Edy earned degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She practices in New York City. In her expertise as a grief therapist she interweaves her formal training as a psychotherapist with breathwork, guided imagery, ritual and storytelling. Trauma, abuse, and grief cause the soul to become imbalanced: The goal of the work is to find emotional calibration or balance to defy the depth of darkness and the grip grief often has on the psyche. To learn more about Edy and her work visit:  https://edynathan.com/Support the show

Join Kimber as she talks with Edy Nathan– licensed therapist and author of It's Grief: The Dance of Self-Discovery Through Trauma and Loss. In this episode our discussion is focused around the following questions: What is grief? When do we experience grief? How do we learn to navigate a landscape of grief? How do we interact with and support people who are grieving? How do we learn to embrace and dance with our grief as a partner in life? What is sexual grief? What is the difference between using medication and self-medicating to help us cope with grief? Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR, CST is a public speaker, licensed therapist, and author of the book It's Grief: The Dance of Self-Discovery Through Trauma and Loss. She is an AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist and certified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. Edy earned degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She practices in New York City. Grief is hard to talk about. Edy teaches you to dance with your grief, To know it as a way to know yourself. Whether it is the loss of a loved one or the loss of a limb or the loss of the life you once knew, it is your soul that offers the answers to relief. An essential element in her practice is to offer clients the chance to combine psychotherapy with a deeper, more spiritual understanding of the self. She is dedicated to helping people understand their grief, cope with the fear and struggle that holds them back, and learn to live fully. Follow Kimber on instagram @justbeyourbadself or join the JBYBS facebook community here for more interaction! For guest bios, episode transcripts or to leave a review, please visit: www.justbeyourbadself.com Resources for further study Find out more about Edy, or purchase her book here: https://edynathan.com/

Evan Imber-Black, PhD, is currently Professor and Program Director of the Marriage and Family Therapy Masters Program at Mercy College, and was a professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx. Evan was a longtime faculty member at the Ackerman Institute and former Director of Ackerman's Center for Families and Health. In this episode, she sits down with Eli to discuss her early career influences and why she became a therapist, her proudest memories from her time as editor of Family Process, and the concepts of family rituals and family secrets. Eli and Evan discuss what makes a good family ritual, how to create family rituals, and finally the delicate balance between the need for privacy and the impact of family secrets.

Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR is an author, public speaker and licensed therapist. She is an AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist and certified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. Edy earned degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She practices in New York City. In her expertise as a grief therapist she interweaves her formal training as a psychotherapist with breathwork, guided imagery, ritual and storytelling. Trauma, abuse, and grief cause the soul to become imbalanced: The goal of the work is to find emotional calibration or balance to defy the depth of darkness and the grip grief often has on the psyche. She believes that everyone experiences grief throughout their lives. Grief is not just about the death of a loved one, but the losses we experience in life. Contact Edy Nathan: https://edynathan.com/ Contact Kendra Rinaldi: https://www.griefgratitudeandthegrayinbetween.com/

Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR is an author, public speaker and licensed therapist. She is an AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist andcertified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. Edy earned degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She practices in New York City. In her expertise as a grief therapist she interweaves her formal training as a psychotherapist with breathwork, guided imagery, ritual and storytelling. Trauma, abuse, and grief cause the soul to become imbalanced: The goal of the work is to find emotional calibration or balance to defy the depth of darkness and the grip grief often has on the psyche. She believes that everyone experiences grief throughout their lives. Grief is not just about the death of a loved one, but the losses we experience in life. Contact Edy Nathan: https://edynathan.com/ Her book: It's Grief: The Dance of Self-Discovery Through Trauma and Loss Contact Kendra Rinaldi: https://www.griefgratitudeandthegrayinbetween.com/

In this episode Matt L. Roar speaks with one of his mentors, Atash Yaghmaian, an experienced psychotherapist specializing in childhood trauma. They discuss her journey from escaping an arranged marriage in Iran to becoming a clinical social worker in NYC public schools. Plus, they answer listener questions about isolation, fear of death, and navigating a difficult conflict with a parent. To learn more about Atash Yaghmaian and her work go to https://www.atashyaghmaian.com If you'd like to contribute a question visit @dearshredder on Instagram where you can fill out an anonymous form. Disclaimer: Listening to this podcast does not constitute therapy/mental health care. If you or someone you know are having a mental health emergency, dial 911 or visit the nearest emergency room. Below is a list resources: Resilience Lab: Offering therapy where ever you are, online or in New York City where our offices are welcoming, inclusive spaces where you can relax, open up and learnhttps://resiliencelab.usAckerman Institute for the Family: Founded in 1960, the Ackerman Institute for the Family is one of the premier institutions for family therapy and one of the best-known and most highly regarded training facilities for family therapists in the United States. The Institute serves families from all walks of life at all stages of family life.https://www.ackerman.orgBrooklyn Center for Psychotherapy: Recognizing the growing treatment needs of the substance abusing population, New Directions was founded in 1988 to service this community. Licensed by the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services, it has grown to be a cornerstone of chemical dependency treatment in Brooklyn.https://newdirectionsbrooklyn.comSwell Season Surf Radio is recorded by NewsStand studios at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is Distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio NetworkFor more info go to www.swellseasonsurfradio.com

Josie Rosario, LMSW, MSEd, RYT is an NYC-based licensed therapist and Bruja who specializes in guiding womxn to break generational trauma patterns and rewrite their legacies. Outside of that, Josie is a business coach for therapists in private practice. Regardless of her role, her purpose is a throughline in everything she does: a disruptor who calls out how the status quo no longer works, and invites you to realign with your highest self to create what does. Josie identifies as a Black, Dominican-American, bilingual and bicultural, cis-gendered, heterosexual woman; her pronouns are she/her/hers. She's a two-time graduate of Columbia University, and graduated with distinction from the School of Social Work. She is currently a trainee in Couples and Family Therapist at the Ackerman Institute for the Family in NYC. Main Points: The Intersection of Therapy and Spiritual Work Spiritual Bypassing Healing and Chakras Trauma A Reclamation of the term Bruja Colonization, Religion, and Spirituality The Importance of Ritual To learn more, visit http://nikkinovo.com/ (NikkiNovo.com) Resources: https://www.josierosario.com/ (Visit Josie's Website) https://www.instagram.com/josierosarionyc/ (Follow Josie on Instagram) https://www.instagram.com/nikkinovo/ (Follow Nikki on Instagram) https://www.instagram.com/mysoulcollective/ (Follow the Soul Collective Instagram) https://www.instagram.com/nikkinovo/ (Follow Nikki on Instagram) https://www.instagram.com/mysoulcollective/ (Follow the Soul Collective Instagram) My free community: https://nikki-novo.mn.co/ (Soul Collective) Develop your intuition with my courses: https://www.mysoulacademy.org/ (Soul Academy)

Welcome back to Season 4 of the Recovering Perfectionist Podcast! In this episode, it's Christine & Justine! Justine Carino is a licensed mental health counselor, anxiety treatment specialist and host of “Thoughts from the Couch: Podcast. She helps individuals and families improve symptoms of anxiety and depression, move through feelings of grief, and health from dysfunctional family relationships. Justine has over 10 years of experience and uses both cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and Bowenian family systems techniques when working with her clients. She is a graduate of the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology of Yeshiva University and has post graduate training from the Ackerman Institute for the Family, the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and The Family Institute of Westchester where she is currently a clinical fellow. APPLY for FREEDOM MINDSET ACADEMY: https://www.freedommindsetacademy.com/the-academy CONNECT WITH JUSTINE: The Path to Peace, for perfectionists, launching in 2022: http://www.carinocounseling.com Thoughts From The Couch Podcast: https://thoughtsfromthecouch.libsyn.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/_thoughtsfromthecouch_ CHRISTINE BAR NOEL: Join the FREE community with live weekly trainings here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/liveyourlife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recoveringperfectionistpodcast All The Things!: https://beacons.ai/christinebarnoel --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/recoveringperfectionist/support

 Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR is an author, public speaker and licensed therapist. She is an AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist and certified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. Edy earned degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She practices in New York City.In her expertise as a grief therapist she interweaves her formal training as a psychotherapist with breathwork, guided imagery, ritual and storytelling. Trauma, abuse, and grief cause the soul to become imbalanced: The goal of the work is to find emotional calibration or balance to defy the depth of darkness and the grip grief often has on the psyche. She believes that everyone experiences grief throughout their lives. Grief is not just about the death of a loved one, but the losses we experience in life.What you will Hear/Learn[0:53] Edy's intro[2:50] Find out what it means to “refrain from grief”.[3:48] Edy expound on the 3 stages of The Hero's Journey[7:05] Edy talks about how everyone grieves differently. [9:43] Edy talks about Suicide grief.[13:10] Edy shares with us tips for dealing with grief.[16:52] Why  Breathworks is a great tool that you can use while grieving.[19:03] Why exercise is a very good tool to use while grieving.[22:37] Edy advice on how we as a society can get the grief conversation started.Hey there!  I hope you enjoyed the episode!  If you would, I could use your help in reaching more people who can also get value from this podcast and that would be when you leave a 5star review!  This helps get the podcast ranked and found by more people just like you! Also, I know I don't need to tell you but we all go through tough times and challenges in our lives.  We can feel overwhelmed, burned out, and just like we don't know where to go next in our lives.  THIS I can help you with!  I've been trained in both brain and body-based healing modalities and can absolutely get you where you want to be…. And if you “don't know” I can help with that too! My Burnout to Bliss Coaching program will help you rewire negative thinking so that you stop finding yourself on loop, and release any blocks in your body that keep you feeling stuck and just not yourself so you can find the bliss you have been searching for!Let's hop on a call and chat.  Just click the Burnout to Bliss Coaching link below to schedule a time for a FREE 30 min consultation! Quote“Everybody grieves in their own way and no one does it according to any type of rule ” Edy Nathan.Connect with Edy                                                      Website: https://edynathan.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edynathan/ 

Sex is the peak of human pleasure, however, it's a fine line between pleasure and....... under performing....Ian is fresh out of a Tony Robbins couples retreat where he talks about the top 6 tips for couples and singles to know when it comes to having great sex.We cover a range of different topics on intimacy, sex, pleasure, self pleasure, porn and mindset techniques.Ian is one of these best sex therapists in the world and his message and knowledge ege clearly demonstrate that.I hope you enjoy this podcast as much as I did.If you have any questions please reach out.Ian Description:Ian Kerner, PhD, LMFT is a licensed psychotherapist and nationally recognized sexuality counselor who specializes in sex therapy, couples therapy and working with individuals on a range of relational issues that often lead to distress. Ian is regularly quoted as an expert in various media, with recent features in The Atlantic, The New York Times, The Economist and NPR amongst others. Ian contributes regularly on the topic of sex for CNN Health. He lectures frequently on topics related to sex and relationships, with recent presentations for the Psychotherapy Networker Symposium, Ackerman Institute, Tony Robbins, Goop, and TED 2021. Ian is the New York Times best-selling author of She Comes First (Harper Collins) which has been translated into more than a dozen languages. In addition to being a Clinical Fellow of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT), Ian is certified by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists and is also a member of the American Family Therapy Academy (AFTA) and the Society for Sex Therapy and Research.-------------------------------------------------------------------------Podcast Guest Links:► The Last Time You Had Sex: https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B08NRD5JQH/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i2► She Comes First: https://www.amazon.com.au/She-Comes-First-Ian-Kerner/dp/0060538260► Websites: https://www.iankerner.com/-------------------------------------------------------------------------Corey's Links:► APPLY TO WORK WITH ME HERE: apply here: https://aboutwellbeing.net/application► PODCAST HERE: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1336942►INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/coreyboutwell/?hl=e► YOUTUBE : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4n51XKnn_m-9-rHy-oM4yw►SUBSCRIBE WEBSITE: https://www.coreyboutwell.com/► RECIPE EBOOK TO UPGRADE YOUR EATING: https://aboutwellbeing.net/recipeebook► Bone Broth Discount: https://theherbaldoctors.com/discount/Corey12-------------------------------------------------------------------------Podcast Discount Link►ETERNUM LABS FOUND HERE: https://eternumlabs.com.au/ (Corey)--------------------------------------------------------------------------Eternum Labs Health, longevity and performance supplements eternumlabs.com.auYou can find my website and all my links here:https://linktr.ee/CoreyJBoutwellCorey's website www.coreyboutwell.comEternum Labs Health, longevity and performance supplements Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coreyboutwell)

Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR is an author, public speaker and licensed therapist. She is an AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist and certified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. Edy earned degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She practices in New York City. In her expertise as a grief therapist she interweaves her formal training as a psychotherapist with breathwork, guided imagery, ritual and storytelling. Trauma, abuse, and grief cause the soul to become imbalanced: The goal of the work is to find emotional calibration or balance to defy the depth of darkness and the grip grief often has on the psyche. She believes that everyone experiences grief throughout their lives. Grief is not just about the death of a loved one, but the losses we experience in life. In this episode we discuss Covid as a collective archetype, what Covid has instigated within us in the form of learning and shadow work, how Covid represents the Hero's Journey, how grief manifests itself and what the psyche is. www.edynathan.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/edy-nathan/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/EdyNathanPsychotherapy Instagram https://www.instagram.com/edynathan/ Twitter https://twitter.com/edynathan1 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZqna_h82vXcfkVsK07owA If you have a weird or unusual experience/story and would like to be on the show, email me at contactstargazingangel@gmail.com. Visit us on Facebook www.facebook.com/myweirdestexperiencepodcast and show your support by liking our page and our check out our website www.tinakinneyclarke.com/my-weirdest-experience-podcast.html Music: Once Again by Bensound --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/myweirdestexperience/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myweirdestexperience/support

This week's episode is one I don't think you will ever forget. I am talking with the incredibly inspirational Jodie Patterson.  Jodie Patterson is an author, activist, beauty explorer, and mother of five. She holds the position of Chair of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation Board, our nation's largest LGBT organization. she sits on the Board of Directors for The Shabazz Center - which upholds the legacy and teachings of Malcolm X, as well as the Mount Sinai's Institute for Health Equity Research Task Force, the Advisory Board of the Ackerman Institute's Gender & Family Project, and Mount Sinai's Center for Transgender Medicine and Surgery Advisory Board. The United Nations recognized Patterson as a Champion of Change.Today we talk about her children, the role of being a mother (can this include having sex on the kitchen counter?) Most profound is her story of when her three-year-old son announced “Mama I'm not a girl. I'm a boy.” From that moment on, Jodie set out to inform herself, shift her own bias and change the way her community understood gender. Patterson chronicled that journey in her memoir, The Bold World: A Memoir of Family and Transformation - hailed by Alice Walker as “Marvelous”.Simply put Jodie is a true badass, teacher, and a voice we should all be listening to if we really want to experience freedom. Website: www.georgiany.comBooks: The Bold World: A Memoir of Family and Transformation, Born Ready: The True Story of a Boy Named PenelopeHuman Rights FoundationThe Shabazz CenterMount Sinai Institute for Health EquityMount Sinai Transgender SurgeryAckerman Research ProjectLearn more about Molly Carroll here: https://molly-carroll.com/Get your free Body Emotion Map: https://mollycarrollprograms.com/mapFree Monthly Training: https://mollycarrollprograms.com/freetrainingFind me on SocialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollycarrollinc/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Molly-Carroll-Writes-420796934793507/ 

Welcome to The Bliss Project Podcast! In today's episode, we chat with our friend, Psychotherapist, Author and Life Coach Sarah Brokaw. Like all worthwhile endeavors in life, the path to becoming a psychotherapist and certified coach was long, challenging and incredibly rewarding. They have shaped her into the effective practitioner she is today. After graduating from Duke University, she earned my master's in social work from New York University and her license in clinical social work in New York and California., She underwent eight years of specialized training in family and couple therapy at The Ackerman Institute a two-year postgraduate program at Fielding University, for personal coaching. She has completed the National Institute for Psychotherapies psychoanalytic year-long training and completed three levels of training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy. She also completed two levels of training in Trauma Resiliency Model—at the Trauma Institute, and received specialized instruction in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy under Marsha Linehan, PhD, ABPP. A major highlight of her career was her time at Four Winds Hospital, where she worked with a team of psychiatrists, nurses, and mental health professionals to develop and implement the most effective inpatient treatment plan for a group of latency-age children residing there. Another significant moment was providing group therapy for individuals directly impacted by the 9/11 attacks. During the process of writing Fortytude, she was inspired by the remarkable women she met and launched a discussion series called Wise Women of LA. Women of diverse backgrounds met and supported one another in achieving major professional and personal goals. She also created Shared Secrets, a podcast amplifying the healing power of shared vulnerability. Her volunteer work has brought her to many amazing countries, including Rwanda, Bosnia and Haiti. She currently serves as a volunteer therapist for Homeboy Industries, which provides hope, training and support to formerly gang-involved and incarcerated men and women. In this episode we discuss: Sarah's story and her journey as a therapist What led her to doing this work more specifically working with couples and families Her journey across the country in writing Fortytude Social media.. the positive and negative influence it can have Her own personal journey in becoming a mom How she is continuing to expand in her work today Connect with and learn more about Sarah here: Website: www.sarahbrokaw.com Learn More About The Bliss Project and Us: www.theblissproject777.com Connect with us here: theblissproject777@gmail.com Instagram: @TheBlissProject777 @noelteubner @msuar12 Music By Mark Adler --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theblissproject/support

Isn't it ironic and kind of sad that having kids can wreak havoc on a marriage and your sex life? Today, get ready to get your mojo back and rekindle the spark with your spouse thanks to renowned licensed psychotherapist and nationally recognized sex counselor Ian Kerner. Ian Kerner, who is a PhD and LMFT specializes in sex therapy, couples therapy and working with individuals on a range of relational issues that often lead to distress. Ian is regularly quoted as an expert in across all media outlets. He's a regular on the Today Show and in CNN HealthThe Atlantic, The New York Times, The Economist and NPR. He gives lectures on sex and relationships, with recent presentations at NYU, Yale, Princeton, the Ackerman Institute and TED 2021. Ian is the New York Times best-selling author of She Comes First (Harper Collins) which has been translated into over a dozen languages. His new book, So Tell Me About the Last Time You Had Sex was recently published by Hachette. Ian lives in New York with his wife, two sons and two dogs. He maintains a private practice in NYC dedicated to honoring the centrality of sexuality in his patients' lives. Meet My Guest: WEBSITE: IanKerner.com FACEBOOK: /IanKernerLMFT Mom Haul: CORAL MOBILE APP: Relationship Self-Care App WE VIBE: Couples' Vibrator OMGYES.COM: The Science of Women's Pleasure

Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR is an author, public speaker and licensed therapist. She is an AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist and certified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. Edy earned degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She practices in New York City. In her expertise as a grief therapist, she interweaves her formal training as a psychotherapist with breathwork, guided imagery, ritual and storytelling. Trauma, abuse, and grief cause the soul to become imbalanced: The goal of the work is to find emotional calibration or balance to defy the depth of darkness and the grip grief often has on the psyche. She believes that everyone experiences grief throughout their lives. Grief is not just about the death of a loved one, but the losses we experience in life. Grief is hard to talk about. Edy teaches you to dance with your grief, To know it as a way to know yourself. Whether it is the loss of a loved one or the loss of a limb or the loss of the life you once knew, it is your soul that offers the answers to relief. An essential element in her practice is to offer clients the chance to combine psychotherapy with a deeper, more spiritual understanding of the self. She is dedicated to helping people understand their grief, cope with the fear and struggle that holds them back and learn to live fully. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/new-mind-creator/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/new-mind-creator/support

Ep 42: How Conflict Can Become a Catalyst For Good Within The Family Enterprise  Listen in on another Family Biz Show as we talk all things conflict! Kathy Holub* & Greg McCann* join us as we discuss how it can actually become a catalyst for good within the family enterprise.  During this live episode, you'll learn:  The three components of a thriving family enterprise.  The cost of not dealing with conflict  How changing our mindset can better frame your family's involvement with the business.  This Weeks Guests  Kathy Holub*  Kathy Holub is a consultant and coach who helps families resolve conflicts over inheritance, estates, family enterprises, and other common sources of tension.  She specializes in helping families use their differences as a catalyst for solving problems and strengthening relationships.  She also coaches individuals on how to navigate conflict when family members aren't interested in facilitation or mediation – or when wild horses couldn't drag them in.     Kathy's twenty years of experience in conflict resolution are grounded in her love of teaching.  She is a Lecturer at Harvard and Columbia Law Schools, where she has taught negotiation for many years.  She is a seasoned negotiation trainer who has helped thousands of CEOs, senior executives and professionals become better negotiators.  She has conducted programs for Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, the Brunswick Group, Naspers, Cleary Gottlieb, FINRA, the Clinton Foundation, Columbia University, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Montefiore Medical Center, and the New York City Council, among others.  She has also advised business owners on specific negotiation challenges.  She is a frequent speaker on negotiation-related topics and has delivered many Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs on negotiation.    A former journalist and Pulitzer Prize-winner, she has edited four books, including “Bargaining With the Devil: When to Negotiate, When to Fight,” by Harvard Law Professor Robert H. Mnookin (Simon & Schuster 2010).  She holds a JD from Yale Law School and a bachelor's degree from Harvard University.  She clerked for then-Judge Sonia Sotomayor in the Southern District of New York and practiced law for two years before moving into teaching and consulting.  She is based in New York City.  Kathy can be reached at kathy@kathyholub.com and through her website, www.kathyholub.com.  Professional certifications:  Family Firm Institute: dual certificate in Family Business Advising & Family Wealth Advising   Stalder Mediation: advanced mediation  The Center for Understanding in Conflict: mediation  Ackerman Institute for the Family: Foundations in Family Therapy  New York Peace Institute: mediation   Memberships:  Family Firm Institute  New York City Bar Association  Greg McCann*  As an author, educator, coach, consultant, and speaker, Greg McCann works with family enterprises in the areas of leadership, team building, succession, communication, conflict resolution, and with a special emphasis on helping the next generation succeed in their careers and lives. Greg has coached leaders, executives, and the rising gen for over 20 years and is certified in Leadership Agility, Challenge of Change in Resilience and Myers-Briggs Type Indicator.   As a consultant McCann has helped numerous family enterprises transition to future generations. By including all involved members of the family and the business in the consulting process, he ensures that all perspectives are considered. Thus, his clients are able to identify key issues, which can then be addressed directly and honestly in the context of long-term family relationships.   As a speaker McCann addresses national trade associations, universities and family business forums on Leadership, Character, Generational Opportunities and Family Enterprise. He also speaks about Vertical Leadership Development and Coaching and Mentoring. He speaks with the voice of experience—in an approachable and humorous, yet highly focused style.   As a thought leader and author, McCann has published many valuable works on family enterprise. His most recent book, Who Do You Think You Are? is about aligning your character with your reputation. His previous book, When Your Parents Sign the Paychecks, deals with the challenges faced by the next generation in family business. The work received a bronze medal in the career category at the 2008 Axiom Business Book Awards. Along with James Hughes, in 2017 he co-created a Chief Learning Officer learning community.  McCann is certified in, has presented extensively, and has written about the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator as well as Leadership Agility, including their special applications to coaching individuals and family enterprise. As a coach, McCann has worked with family enterprise leaders, executives, and members of the rising gen since 1998. His approach combines greater self-awareness with creating more effective action and richer relationships. This includes working to align your character with your reputation.   McCann, now retired after 27 years in academia, was founder and director of the Family Enterprise Center at Stetson University, where he led the effort to develop the nation's second minor and first undergraduate major in Family Enterprise. He coached his students for over 17 years. He also was the EMBA Cohort Coach.  McCann is a graduate of Stetson University and the University of Florida, College of Law (J.D.) and has served on the Board of Directors of the Family Firm Institute (FFI) (2005-2008). He was awarded the institution's 2016 Interdisciplinary Award for outstanding achievement in the advancement of interdisciplinary services to business families and the 2006 Barbara Hollander Award acknowledging him for a lifetime of achievement in family enterprise education. He is a FFI Fellow and is certified in Family Business and Family Wealth Advising from FFI. He proudly serves on the InnerWill Board of Directors as well as the Cornell University's Family Business Center Board of Advisors.  McCann and Associates is a boutique firm that has worked over the last two decades with family enterprises throughout the U.S. We help cultivate the commitment to family, greater trust, values-based decision making, and longer-term thinking that are vital strengths in well run family enterprises. For more information: www.greg-mccann.com  ----------------  *Not affiliated with Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp.  Michael Palumbos is a registered representative of Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp.   Securities and investment advisory services offered through Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp., a broker/dealer (member SIPC) and registered investment advisor. Insurance offered through Lincoln affiliates and other fine companies.   Family Wealth and Legacy LLC is not an affiliate of Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp.  CRN-3754845-091021

Martha Edwards, Ph.D, is the Founder and Director of the Ackerman Institute's Center for the Developing Child and Family and the Institute's Director of Research. She created the Bright Beginnings Parent-Child Program, which works with families and parents of toddlers to improve children's mental health and well-being, and is based on her research as a clinician. In 2015, she received the “Innovative Contributions to Family Therapy” award by the American Family Therapy Academy for her work. She has also served as a Board Member and Vice-President for the American Family Therapy Academy.   In today's episode, host Shay Beider welcomes Martha to talk about her experience in family healing and how a healthy emotional foundation can create a fundamentally sound family. She closely examines the relationship between race, ethnicity, and gender, and explores how they all come into play in the therapeutic process. Martha shares the importance of emotional availability in parents and how this leads to better connections between a child and parent. She also speaks on the role of emotional intelligence in parents and the importance of creating healthy boundaries in parenting.   Transcripts for this episode are available at: https://www.integrativetouch.org/conversations-on-healing    Show Notes: Read more on the Ackerman Institute's Center for the Developing Child and Family Find out about NY Zero to Three Network here Details on Bright Beginnings Parent-Child Program ANAM CARA by John O'Donohue Pema Chodron, the Buddhist Nun Dr. Brené Brown Eleanor Roosevelt Madame Marie Curie    This podcast was created by Integrative Touch for Kids (ITK). ITK is working to change the way people experience healthcare. ITK supports families whose children have any type of special health or medical need. This includes kids with cancers, genetic conditions, autism, cerebral palsy, traumatic stress, and other serious health issues. We have pioneered a new therapy called Integrative Touch™ and reach 3500 people each year in the hospital and community settings. We engage communities in support of families struggling with special medical needs and offer unique Telehealth programs to families and healthcare providers during this challenging time. Thanks to the incredible support of our volunteers and contributors, individuals are able to receive our healing services at little or no cost.

This week, Hilaria and Alec Baldwin chat with Jodie Patterson, an author, activist, mother of 5 and Chair of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation Board, the largest LGBTQAI+ advocacy group and political lobbying organization in the United States. Jodie is also on Mount Sinai's Institute for Health Equity Research Task Force, the Advisory Board of the Ackerman Institute's Gender & Family Project, and Mount Sinai's Center for Transgender Medicine and Surgery Advisory Board. The United Nations has recognized her as a Champion of Change. At the age of 3, Jodie Patterson's son announced, "Mama, I'm not a girl. I'm a boy." As a result, Jodie wrote the book, “The Bold World: A Memoir of Family and Transformation” which was published in 2019. Her new book is titled “Born Ready: The True Story Of A Boy Named Penelope."In this conversation, Jodie discusses what life is like as the parent of a transgender child. She talks about how her family reacted and grew through this experience and gives advice to parents who might be navigating similar complicated waters.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Featured This Episode: Benjamin Meyer, LCSW-R specializes in helping English and Spanish speaking individuals and couples with learning differences to manage workplace challenges, relationships, and friendships. He was selected as a social ambassador for the NVLD project in New York City and has published multiple articles, presented at university campuses, and co-presented with Sheri Perlman, OTR LCSW, for the Learning Disability Association of New Jersey. He has been interviewed for podcasts on autism, social media use, and dating by Tosha Rollins, LPC, and on adapting to the workplace with NVLD by Susan Micari, BCET, and Annalisa Perfetto, Ph.D., of Edtherapy NYC. He writes regularly for a blog on his website, benjaminmeyerlcsw.com, and has also co-published in a peer-reviewed journal, The Educational Therapist. He maintains a private practice and he is licensed to see clients in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. He has earned a certificate in psychodynamic psychotherapy from the Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy, as well as completed the Foundations in Family Therapy and Live Clinical Supervision course at the Ackerman Institute for the Family. Benjamin also offers workshops on developing dating and professional skills for neurodiverse young adults. More information can be found about his services and offerings on his website. His initial interest in psychotherapy stems from his international experience providing trauma relief to victims of the Salvadoran Civil War and Chilean dictatorship. He also has experience providing culturally informed individual, couple, and family psychotherapy to Spanish speaking clients of all ages, and most recently was invited to speak in Havana, Cuba, regarding family therapy techniques for individuals with learning differences. This episode is transcribed via OTTER.AI & will be available at autisminactionpodcast.com Please visit autisminactionpodcast.com for more information. Find us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/AUTISMINACTIONPODCAST/ JOIN OUR FB GROUP at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2433480950016553 Instagram is our Jam at https://www.instagram.com/autisminactionpodcast/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIVxtEr2KYi3jVEKq_P7_3Q --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/autisminaction/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autisminaction/support

Guest Speaker Helen Hyun-Kyung Park joins Danielle and Adele to discuss her response to the violence happening in Asian communities. She dives into how we can bring the warrior spirit into our lives and the importance of healing in relationship and community. The hosts also dig into Helen's expertise on different therapeutic, somatic, and indigenous modalities for healing personal and racialized trauma in the body. Helen closes the show by leading us through a beautiful meditation practice called the Seven Homecomings.  Show Notes:  Guest Speaker Helen Hyun-Kyung Park (LCSW, MFA) is a therapist, clinical social worker, and meditation teacher. She currently serves as Director of Community and International Training and Clinic Therapist at the Ackerman Institute for the Family in New York City. As a clinical social worker and family therapist, Helen draws upon her experiences in the arts, contemplative practice, and social justice activism to create a way of working with clients that is integrative, holistic, and anti-oppressive. She is currently pursuing clinical training in Indigenous Focusing-Oriented Therapy, as well as facilitating a think tank with fellow therapists, artists, and technologists to explore possibilities for transdisciplinary practice and communities of care. She teaches meditation and maintains a small private practice in New York City. Prior to becoming a family therapist, Helen was an arts educator and program facilitator in New York City public schools. In this field, she created innovative learning programs and curricula for BIPOC, LGBTQ, and neurodiverse students. As a media artist, Helen created community-based projects that fostered critical dialogue and collective healing. Helen received her MSW from New York University, MFA from University of California, Santa Cruz, and is a Fulbright Fellow alumna (Republic of Korea). More information about her practice: https://www.mindfulfamiliesproject.com/index.html  Lama Rod Owens is a teacher and author. Information about his teachings and books:  https://www.lamarod.com/  Resmaa Menakem is a trauma specialist, healer, and author. Information about his books and somatic abolitionism and healing:   https://www.resmaa.com/  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dAAWgpokvo  https://educationforracialequity.com/offerings/foundations-in-somatic-abolitionism/  Resources about the Vulnerability Cycle in relationships: http://www.kfr.nu/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Vulnerablility-Cycle.pdf  Resources about Indigenous Focusing Oriented Therapy:  https://focusinginternational.org/about/aboriginal-focusing-oriented-therapy-initiative/  https://www.focusingtherapy.org/for-clients/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F--2UES2N8w Resources about Spiritual Bypassing:  https://tricycle.org/magazine/human-nature-buddha-nature/  https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-spiritual-bypassing-5081640 Seven Homecomings Practice & Meditation with Lama Rod Owens: https://austinzencenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Seven-Homecomings-Practice-Lama-Rod-Owens.pdf 

Swell Season Presents: Dear ShredderEpisode 2 of Dear Shredder features shaper and former substance use counselor, Jimmy O Brien. Dear Shredder is hosted by Matt L. Rohrer, a licensed psychotherapist practicing in NYC who just happens to be a skateboarder, surfer, writer & musician. Dear Shredder looks at mental health issues through a shredder's lens and shredding issues through a mental health lens. It also aims to reduce stigma around mental illness/mental health care in skate and surf communities. In the second episode, Matt is joined by Jimmy O'Brien, a shaper, surfer, and former counselor in a sober living environment. They discuss Jim's experiences with addiction and recovery, the role that surfing played, and answer questions from listeners around increased use during the pandemic, struggles in relationships, and more.If you'd like to contribute a question visit @dearshredder on Instagram where you can fill out an anonymous form. Swell Season Surf Radio is recorded by NewsStand studios at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is Distributed by WAX.Radio Disclaimer: Listening to this podcast does not constitute therapy/mental health care. If you or someone you know are having a mental health emergency, dial 911 or visit the nearest emergency room. Below is a list resources: Resilience Lab: Offering therapy where ever you are, online or in New York City where our offices are welcoming, inclusive spaces where you can relax, open up and learnhttps://resiliencelab.usAckerman Institute for the Family: Founded in 1960, the Ackerman Institute for the Family is one of the premier institutions for family therapy and one of the best-known and most highly regarded training facilities for family therapists in the United States. The Institute serves families from all walks of life at all stages of family life.https://www.ackerman.orgBrooklyn Center for Psychotherapy: Recognizing the growing treatment needs of the substance abusing population, New Directions was founded in 1988 to service this community. Licensed by the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services, it has grown to be a cornerstone of chemical dependency treatment in Brooklyn.https://newdirectionsbrooklyn.com

Josie Rosario, LMSW, MSEd, RYT is an NYC-based licensed therapist who specializes in helping individuals and couples break relational and generational patterns through therapy and ancestral healing. Outside of that role, Josie is the Founder and CEO of The Healing Strategy, a business coaching company exclusively for mental health therapists. The company’s signature offering is the Therapist Marketing Lab, a 4-month program designed to help therapists achieve 5-figure months without increasing their caseload or reducing their fees. Josie identifies as a Black, Dominican-American, bilingual and bicultural, cis-gendered, heterosexual woman; her pronouns are she/her/hers. She graduated with distinction from Columbia University’s School of Social Work and is currently training to be a Certified Couples and Family Therapist at the Ackerman Institute for the Family in NYC. In this episode, we discuss the lessons and hardships that may come with unlearning and breaking generational cycles, the reality of healing, losing relationships through change, boundaries with family, feelings of guilt and loss that may come up, the importance of self-compassion, and more. FOLLOW JOSIE: INSTA: @josierosarionyc ; @thehealingstrategyWEBSITES: https://www.josierosario.com/ ; https://www.thehealingstrategy.com/STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: tara@tara-mont.com

How do you talk to your partner about money? How about your kids? Many of us are afraid to discuss our finances, so we avoid the subject altogether. But what if you had a new way to initiate the money conversation with your family? Judith Stern Peck is the Director of the Money and Family Life Project at the Ackerman Institute for the Family, where she serves as Senior Faculty. She has 40 years of experience as a family therapist and family business consultant, helping people break through the barriers of talking about money. Judith is also the author of Money and Meaning: New Ways to Have Conversations About Money with Your Clients—A Guide for Therapists, Coaches and Other Professionals. On this episode of Divorce Dialogues, Judith joins Katherine to explain why money is still such a taboo subject for most people and describe why it’s challenging for many divorcing couples to have explicit discussions about their finances. She introduces us to her framework for talking about money, walking us through an exercise for recognizing when your spending contradicts your values. Listen in for Judith’s insight on getting educated around your household finances and learn a new approach to communicating with your family about money. Topics Covered How money carries many different subconscious meanings for people How to communicate money decisions to your children Why money is still such a taboo subject for most people The challenge of talking about money when a couple has established the provider-distributor dynamic Why the shift from an implicit contract to explicit discussions about money feels uncomfortable for divorcing couples What people can do to start having better conversations around money Judith’s exercise for aligning your financial decisions with your values Recognizing when your spending contradicts your values and having a conversation about it Judith’s advice for people in families where money is used to control or manipulate behavior Why getting educated about the use of money in your family is the first step toward spending with intention and taking ownership of financial decisions Connect with Judith Stern Peck Judith at Ackerman Institute for the Family: https://www.ackerman.org/faculty/judith-stern-peck-lcsw/ Connect with Katherine Miller The Center for Understanding Conflict: http://understandinginconflict.org/ Miller Law Group: https://westchesterfamilylaw.com/ Katherine on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kemiller1 The New Yorker’s Guide to Collaborative Divorce by Katherine Miller: https://www.amazon.com/New-Yorkers-Guide-Collaborative-Divorce/dp/0692496246 Email: katherine@westchesterfamilylaw.com Call (914) 738-7765 Resources Judith’s Money and Family Life Research: https://www.ackerman.org/faculty/judith-stern-peck-lcsw/ Money and Meaning: New Ways to Have Conversations About Money with Your Clients—A Guide for Therapists, Coaches and Other Professionals by Judith Stern Peck: https://www.amazon.com/Money-Meaning-Conversations-Clients-Professionals/dp/0470083425

Swell Season is excited introduce a new series for the legions of the stoked, Dear Shredder: An advice podcast exploring mental health issues in the surf and skate communities. The series is hosted by Matt L. Rohrer, a licensed psychotherapist practicing in NYC who just happens to be a skateboarder, surfer, writer & musician. Dear Shredder looks at mental health issues through a shredder’s lens, and shredding issues through a mental health lens. It also aims to reducing stigma around mental illness/mental health care in skate and surf communities. On the premiere episode, Matt is joined by Swell Season host Karen Song, and their guest is pioneering surf photographer Sachi Cunningham, an acclaimed documentary filmmaker and Professor of Multimedia Journalism at San Francisco State University. They discuss Cunningham’s career and experiences with mental health needs, and they answer questions from listeners. We hope you enjoy this new series on Swell Season Surf Radio. If you’d like to contribute a question visit @dearshredder on Instagram and click the link in the bio, where you can fill out an anonymous form. Swell Season Surf Radio is recorded by NewsStand studios at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is Distributed by WAX.Radio Disclaimer: Listening to this podcast does not constitute therapy/mental health care. If you or someone you know are having a mental health emergency, dial 911 or visit the nearest emergency room. Below is a list resources:Resilience Lab: Offering therapy where ever you are, online or in New York City where our offices are welcoming, inclusive spaces where you can relax, open up and learnhttps://resiliencelab.usAckerman Institute for the Family: Founded in 1960, the Ackerman Institute for the Family is one of the premier institutions for family therapy and one of the best-known and most highly regarded training facilities for family therapists in the United States. The Institute serves families from all walks of life at all stages of family life.https://www.ackerman.orgBrooklyn Center for Psychotherapy: Recognizing the growing treatment needs of the substance abusing population, New Directions was founded in 1988 to service this community. Licensed by the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services, it has grown to be a cornerstone of chemical dependency treatment in Brooklyn.https://newdirectionsbrooklyn.com

Rabbi Shimon Russell, LCSW, talks to Rabbi Shais Taub about the topic of religious trauma in the observant Jewish community. Rabbi Shimon Russell is a psychotherapist in private practice in Jerusalem. He holds an MSW from Rutgers Graduate School of Social Work and completed the Clinical externship program at the prestigious Ackerman Institute for Family […]

Rabbi Shimon Russell, LCSW, talks to Rabbi Shais Taub about the topic of religious trauma in the observant Jewish community. Rabbi Shimon Russell is a psychotherapist in private practice in Jerusalem. He holds an MSW from Rutgers Graduate School of Social Work and completed the Clinical externship program at the prestigious Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy in NY. For more information about the Fresh Start Retreat Center visit www.thefsrc.com or call 888-373-7481.

In this episode of "Keen On", Andrew is joined by Darby Fox, the author of "Rethinking Your Teenager", to discuss the moral and biological state of teenagers. Darby Fox has been a therapist for over 20 years providing individual and group therapy in both non-profit and private settings. She currently divides her time between pro-bono work for Horizon's, a non-profit agency working with at-risk kids, and private practice. She received a BA from Middlebury College, graduating cum laude in Sociology and Biochemistry. After Middlebury she went on to graduate from Columbia University summa cum laude, earning her Master's degree in Social Work. Since Columbia she's pursued extensive post master's specialized training from Columbia University, Yale Child Study Center, NYU Silver School of Social Work, Mel Levine's All Kind's Of Minds Institute, Harvard Medical School and The Ackerman Institute for the Family. Darby grew up with 5 siblings in a small town in the Rocky Mountains. Before settling in Connecticut, she lived in Vermont, New York, Texas, and New Jersey. She has raised 4 children: 2 girls and 2 boys, ages 24, 23, 21, and 17. Her experiences have given her a deep empathy for children and families from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR is an author, public speaker and licensed therapist. She is an AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist and certified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. Edy earned degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She practices in New York City.https://edynathan.com/

On womanhood, excellence, Blackness, and our crucial collaborations in parenting, partnership, and creativity. Rebirthing many times throughout life [3:57] Women, Southern culture and power [5:15] Demonstrating Black Excellence [12:10] Seeking out Black culture [18:14] Not letting the dominant culture confuse you [21:52] A different kind of leadership [24:55] Detaching from things that define us. Coming back different [29:51] Finding the upside of the split [38:11] Representation matters. How we treat people is cultural [42:05] Penelope’s poem. Listening fully when people tell us who they are [52:38] Author, activist, beauty explorer and mother of 5, Jodie holds the position of Chair of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation Board, our nation’s largest LGBT organization. As a globally recognized activist, she speaks on topics of radical parenting, identity, and gender. When her son announced at the age of 3 “Mama I’m not a girl. I’m a boy”, Jodie set out to inform herself, shift her own bias and change the way her community understands gender. Chronicling that journey in her memoir, The Bold World: A Memoir of Family and Transformation, hailed by Alice Walker as “Marvelous." Cosmopolitan Magazine filmed a mini-documentary on her family in 2016, garnering over 11 million views. Jodie's second book, Born Ready: The True Story Of A Boy Named Penelope allows her childrens' voices to be heard. They show us how an entire community can be flexible and change for those they love. She's also a long-standing entrepreneur, co-founding two beauty companies, receiving Beauty Skin Expert of the Year award by Cosmopolitan Magazine. Jodie co-owns Joe’s Pub at the Public Theater, the iconic live performance venue in NYC. Along with the work she does with the Human Rights Campaign, Jodie is on Mount Sinai’s Institute for Health Equity Research Task Force, the Advisory Board of the Ackerman Institute’s Gender & Family Project, and Mount Sinai’s Center for Transgender Medicine and Surgery Advisory Board. The United Nations has recognized me as a Champion of Change. Jodie lives in Brooklyn where she co-raises her children with love, education and family solidarity. RESOURCES Jodie Patterson The Bold World, Jodie Patterson Born Ready, Jodie Patterson The Human Rights Campaign Points of Pride Ackerman Institute for the Family Jazz Jennings

On this episode of the Psychology Talk Podcast, Dr. Hoye is joined by Maggie Craddock. Maggie Craddock is an executive coach with over 20 years of experience working with clients at all levels of the professional spectrum. She is best known for her work with Fortune 500 CEOs and senior management teams. Maggie and discusses her new book, Lifeboat: Navigating Unexpected Career Change and Disruption. This book is a page turner, and an excellent career coaching tool. Maggie uses the metaphor and lessons from the tragic, maiden voyage of the Titanic. The stories of heroism and being able to step up and take on a leadership role in the midst of chaos are readily applicable to guiding your career. More than that, Maggie Craddock is a seasoned Marriage and Family Therapist, having studied at the famed Ackerman Institute in New York City. She is able to combine her wisdom as a family therapist, with her experience of having worked in finance. This book is applicable to life lessons across a broad range of human endeavors and relationships.

Loss can embed itself more deeply in the empath’s highly sensitive nervous system. In this powerful and empowering conversation with Grief Therapist Edy Nathan, we talk about how to lean into our losses and heal our hearts. Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR is an author, public speaker and licensed therapist. She brings a personal conversation to the topics of grief, loss and trauma as a survivor of abuse and the loss of her partner when she was in her 20’s. Edy’s expertise as a grief therapist is informed by her formal training as a psychotherapist as she interweaves this training with breathwork, guided imagery, ritual and storytelling. She sees grief as an Unexpected Ally, causing people to grow and learn from their losses. Edy earned degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. Her book, “The Dance of Self-Discovery through Trauma and Loss” is used by many to help them navigate through the many phases of grief. Grief is a hero’s journey. You move from who you were into a new ordinary. She practices in New York City. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR is a licensed therapist, AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist, and certified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. She has degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute of Family Therapy.In her NEW book, It’s Grief: The Dance of Self-Discovery Through Trauma and Loss, Edy Nathan examines the emotional and devastating impact of loss and trauma. It identifies the intricacies of the dark and unfamiliar effects on the self. The book illuminates how the brain holds the complex circuitry of grief.  An insightful conversation on how her own trauma both sexually and mentally leads her to help others with not only anxiety but also sexual traumas and issues. Bringing hope to embracing and real thinking our traumas with a bright sense of humor. This is Edy Nathan in her own words on Knockin' Doorz Down. For more on Edy Nathan, her book and free services links below.  http://edynathan.com/https://www.instagram.com/edynathan/https://www.facebook.com/EdyNathanPsychotherapy/https://twitter.com/edynathan1https://www.youtube.com/user/edynathanFor Carlos Vieira's autobiography Knockin' Doorz Down  https://www.kddmediacompany.com/  For more on the Knockin' Doorz Down podcast and to follow us on social media https://www.kddmediacompany.com/podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/knockindoorzdown/https://www.facebook.com/knockingdoorsdown/https://twitter.com/kddmediacompanyFor more information on the Carlos Vieira Foundation and the Race 2B Drug-Free, Race to End the Stigma, and Race For Autism programs, visit:https://www.carlosvieirafoundation.org/https://www.facebook.com/CVFoundation/https://www.instagram.com/carlosvieirafoundation/For more information on the 51FIFTY LTM lifestyle brand https://51fiftyltm.com/https://www.facebook.com/51FIFTYLTMhttps://www.instagram.com/51fiftyltm/

Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR is an author, public speaker and licensed therapist. She is an AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist and certified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. Edy earned degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She practices in New York City.” https://edynathan.com/ ----------------------------------------------- Be sure to use coupon code PODCAST25 to take 25% off the first 3 months of Path 11 TV. Discover over 75 hours of video content from Path 11 at path11tv.com

I think this is one of the most interesting episodes we’ve done. Today, on the show, we are joined by Dr Suzanne Iasenza. Suzanne, is a practising psychologist that specialises in couples sex therapist and is a faculty member at the Ackerman Institute in New York City. Suzanne also writes on topics like human sexuality. She’s just released her latest book ‘’Transforming Sexual narratives.’’ Which is what this conversation is all about. We discuss these secret sexual stories that we carry, the implications that online dating has had on the modern world, whether Suzanne is still optimistic or not about relationships after 25-years of clinical practise. We also discuss whether you can have sex without desire, whether there needs to be an orgasm for sex to be pleasurable and so much more. This was such a pleasure to be able to speak with someone who has the level of expertise and experience that Suzanne has, and I really think that this episode will blow your mind. No pun intended. Topics Discussed: - Can we have sex without desire? - Does there need to be an orgasm for sex to be pleasurable? - What are sexual narratives? - What is Suzanne's view on modern dating & relationships? - The impact of online dating apps - Why all sex is group sex If you enjoyed this episode, please like, share and subscribe. It really does help! Links: Suzanne's latest book Transforming Sexual Narratives: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/0367205750/ref=tmm_pap_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1590338052&sr=8-1 https://www.suzanneiasenza.com/ https://www.facebook.com/IasenzaS/ https://twitter.com/IasenzaSuzanne https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-iasenza-phd-8b53562b/ Instagram.com/freedompact YouTube.com/freedompact

The NSPC sit down with the author of the best selling book..She Comes First. You can figure out what this episode is all about! It is perfect for the better lover May! This guest and episode, is kind of a big deal! Ian Kerner, PhD, LMFT is a licensed psychotherapist and nationally recognized sexuality counselor who specializes in sex therapy, couples therapy and working with individuals on a range of relational issues. Ian is regularly quoted as an expert in various media, with recent features in The Atlantic, The New York Times, The Economist and NPR amongst others. Ian contributes regularly on the topic of sex for CNN Health. He lectures frequently on topics related to sex and relationships, with recent presentations at New York University, Yale, Princeton and the Ackerman Institute. Ian is the New York Times best-selling author of She Comes First (Harper Collins) which has been translated into more than a dozen languages. In addition to being a Clinical Fellow of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT), Ian is certified by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists and is also a member of the American Family Therapy Academy(AFTA).

We’re now 2 months into the quarantine and as we see the curve flattening, we’re hopeful that we can soon move on to our “new normal”.  A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of meeting with a fellow therapist to talk about different ways there are to help people to cope throughout the pandemic and isolation.  On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, I am thrilled to welcome my friend Edy Nathan. Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR is an author, public speaker and licensed therapist. She is an AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist and certified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. Edy earned degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She practices in New York City. In her expertise as a grief therapist Edy interweaves her formal training as a psychotherapist with breathwork, guided imagery, ritual and storytelling. Trauma, abuse, and grief cause the soul to become imbalanced: The goal of the work is to find emotional calibration or balance to defy the depth of darkness and the grip grief often has on the psyche. She believes that everyone experiences grief throughout their lives. Grief is not just about the death of a loved one, but the losses we experience in life. Authentic Touch Points: Edy’s career path took a turn.2:40 Take your fears and put them into gear.6:25 Listen to your “self-talk”.12:00 Learning to slow down.15:45 Creating connection without contact.20:35 Virtual touches help when you’re alone.25:00 Changing ineffective coping methods.31:20 Stepping into mindfulness.37:30 Grief is hard to talk about. Edy teaches you to dance with your grief, to know it as a way to know yourself. An essential element in her practice is to offer clients the chance to combine psychotherapy with a deeper, more spiritual understanding of the self. She is dedicated to helping people understand their grief, cope with the fear and struggle that holds them back and learn to live fully. With many of us working from home and spending most of our time with family, I encourage you to reach out with thoughts or questions.  Click here to contact me at your convenience or click the link below to book a call with me. Thanks! Roxanne Links:  Edy’s website:  https://edynathan.com/ Edy’s book:  https://edynathan.com/its-grief-self-discover-through-trauma-loss/ Sign up for Edy’s newsletter and mention hearing this podcast with Roxanne to receive Edy’s CD download at no charge!Roxanne’s previous podcasts: https://roxannederhodge.com/blog/   Book a call with Roxanne: https://calendly.com/roxanne-8

Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR is an author, public speaker and licensed therapist who has been featured on NBC, CBN, Psychology Today, PsyCom and more. She is an AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist and certified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. Edy earned degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She practices in New York City. In her expertise as a grief therapist she interweaves her formal training as a psychotherapist with breathwork, guided imagery, ritual and storytelling. Grief is not just about the death of a loved one, but the losses we experience in life. Grief is hard to talk about. Edy teaches you to dance with your grief, To know it as a way to know yourself. Whether it is the loss of a loved one or the loss of a limb or the loss of the life you once knew, it is your soul that offers the answers to relief. An essential element in her practice is to offer clients the chance to combine psychotherapy with a deeper, more spiritual understanding of the self. She is dedicated to helping people understand their grief, cope with the fear and struggle that holds them back, and learn to live fully. Edy's links: Website, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn. Join MSE’s growing podcast community on social media Instagram and Facebook: @msepodcast. Visit bygracenp.com to see more and you can also tune in through the free By Grace Not Perfection mobile app on Apple and Android devices. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myse/support

Katherine is the founder of Miller Law. Katherine Eisold Miller is a Collaborative Lawyer and mediator with more than 30 years' experience. She is the founder of The Miller Law Group, a director and trainer at the Center for Understanding in Conflict and also teaches mediation at the Ackerman Institute. Katherine is a past president of the New York Association of Collaborative Professionals. Katherine hosts the radio show and podcast Dialogue on Divorce on WVOX radio and iTunes. Katherine is co-author of the #1 Amazon bestseller A Cup of Coffee with 10 of the Top Divorce Attorneys in the United States and author of the New Yorker's Guide to Collaborative Divorce.

56: Sacred Stress. A conversation with George Faller. George is an outstanding person to connect with during this virus crisis because while when it comes to whether or not the virus is here, we do not have any choice in the matter. However, we can choose how to respond to the chaos and sense of disconnection that it brings. George's role with the New York City Fire Department positioned him as a first responder to the Twin Towers on 9/11/2001. In the aftermath of this trauma, through education, training, and personal exploration, he began to understand his mission and purpose to be supporting others through crisis and trauma. Currently, as a marriage and family therapist, speaker, and writer, George works to bring his message to others. The most simplified form of this message is that we usually find the sacred within the stressful. But first, we need to find out which kind of stress we are talking about in the first place. In this conversation, George and I explore the two different kinds of stress - distress and eustress- the value within the function of the various ways in which we approach stress both approach and withdrawal, the hidden costs of our attempts to protect and defend ourselves, misconceptions surrounding our interpretation of stress, the influence between our individual perceptions of stress and the physiological consequences to that stress, the science behind coming together for support even when the larger part of our defenses are oriented to retreat, post-traumatic growth and the meaning that often accompanies the most devastating moments of our lives. Bio: Prior to a career in the field of mental health, George spent 20 years as a NYC Firefighter and NYC Police Officer. George received his M.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Iona College, where he graduated at the top of his class. He holds a B.A. in Political Science from Queens College. His experience as a FDNY Peer Counselor, particularly following the events of 9/11, sparked his passion to help those impacted by trauma. He is a certified Trainer/Supervisor/Therapist in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and founder of the New York Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy where he serves as President. He is a Supervisor with the American Association for Marriage & Family Therapy (AAMFT) and teaches classes at the Ackerman Institute for the Family in Manhattan. He is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist currently practicing in Connecticut and New York. George is the director of training at the Greenwich Center for Hope & Renewal in Connecticut and is on the Board of the Porter Cason Institute at Tulane University in New Orleans. George brings a unique and varied experience to his practice. Whether he is providing marriage therapy to Wall Street executives, leading a conference for the United States Military or equipping therapists from around the globe, his ability to inspire is far-reaching. George is also committed to bringing EFT to underprivileged populations and pushing the leading edge of effective therapy. https://www.georgefaller.com https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/foreplay-radio-couples-and-sex-therapy/id1083324677 Band of the Week: Keanu Leaves https://www.facebook.com/Keanuleavesband/ Music Page: https://music.apple.com/us/album/antigravity-machine-single/1475012751 Theme music provided by: http://www.modernnationsmusic.com Brought to you by: https://www.thecenterforhas.com Website for The Sacred Speaks: http://www.thesacredspeaks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesacredspeaks/ @thesacredspeaks Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesacredspeaks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesacredspeaks/

In It’s Grief, Edy Nathan examines the emotional and devastating impact of loss and trauma. It identifies the intricacies of the dark and unfamiliar effects on the self. The book illuminates how the brain holds the complex circuitry of grief. It then provides choices to help deal with the complexity of grief. It’s Grief unravels the mysterious dimensions of this journey with a clarity that transforms grief into one of life’s great teachers. A profound read, It’s Grief: The Dance of Self-Discovery through Trauma and Loss, offers a unique approach to the personal ebb and flow of the passages and endings that occur and exist on a soul level. The grief experience is as individual as a fingerprint. Edy introduces the Eleven Phases of grief; they move into and out of one another based on one’s distinct needs, and do not need to adhere to a specific timeline or order to be understood or used. They are based on who you are in your grief. Once you identify how you interact with the world — as an introvert, extrovert, or ambivert, the tools that help you help yourself become more abundant and clear. Featuring a compelling mix of science-based knowledge with heart-centered compassion, Edy Nathan shares a deep understanding of how grief can affect people at every level of their being. She offers workable tools from two decades of experience to help you actively shift moods, crippling thoughts, and behavior. This book is supportive without sugar- coating. The corresponding workbook features practical exercises to help without preaching or dictating how to grieve. Take your grief, engage with it, and allow the experience to be a time of insight and growth. Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR is a licensed therapist, AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist and certified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experi- ence. She has degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She practices in New York City. https://edynathan.com/bio/ (https://edynathan.com/bio/)

Host Stacy Francis welcomes attorney and social worker, Kristen Lyndaker to this week’s show. Kristen holds a Master’s degree in Social Work and has worked in the foster care and adoption field. She is also a practicing matrimonial attorney who specializes in Collaborative Family Law and Mediation. This area, she says, is a niche in law where she could combine her social work skills and family and child knowledge with the legal system to help people. Stacy asks Kristen how her experience with social work as well as mediation changes the way she looks at the divorce process. She responds that she looks at what’s best for the family as a whole instead of advocating for one client. She empowers her clients by showing them all the options at their disposal. An adversarial approach is rarely necessary, she says, as it does not serve most couples’ and families’ needs. [4:24] Kristen explains the difference between mediation and collaboration and why collaboration is being used more and more these days. [6:19] Mediation and collaboration is voluntary, Kristen says. Even if you do litigate, most likely your case will end up in settlement, usually 18 months and thousands of dollars later. You can have the same result, plus save time and money, by choosing alternative dispute resolution. You also walk away feeling empowered, knowing that you made meaningful decisions for your children and your future. [10:13] Kristen shares some practical tips she uses to keep couples from falling into litigation, including looping and taking notes. [13:32] You can take five routes to divorce, and for each route, you give up a certain amount of control: Litigation - you give up total control because the court decides your future. Collaboration - you work through an attorney who looks to you for guidance about what’s best for you. Mediation - you have more control but less legal guidance and structure. Do It Yourself - all the control but no guidance. [17:42] Kristen advises you to align yourself with a professional who has your best interest at heart, and who you feel comfortable working with. [19:35] Going to court might be the best option if there is distrust and a lack of transparency. It’s also the right choice in cases of abuse and domestic violence. [20:37] Stacy asks how children can be protected through the divorce process. Kristen says parents should remember that their children love them both. She urges listeners to follow the Children’s Bill of Rights as well as the Parents’ Bill of Rights, to protect children during and beyond this scary period. When children are older and they start asking questions, answer them in an age-appropriate manner without disparaging the other parent. Always let them know that they are safe, loved and protected. She recommends speaking with a mental health professional and praises the work of the Ackerman Institute. [22:27] Children love routine and consistency, so try to maintain the status quo as much as possible. However, things might have to change and it may not be ideal, but do the best you can in your situation and move forward. [29:32] If your relationship is looking like it will end in divorce, don’t let fear and anger take over. This is just a temporary situation and you’re going to move past it, Krista reminds listeners. Take care of yourself. Treat yourself like you would treat your best friend. [32:33] We’re all trying to do the best we can. As we get older and have more experience, we grow and learn more about ourselves. [36:53] Resources Kglmediation.com The Children’s Bill of Rights The Parents’ Bill of Rights The Ackerman Institute  New York Association of Collaborative Professionals Find out more about the Second Opinion program  FrancisFinancial.com Stacy Francis: Stacy@Stacyfrancis.com Phone: 212-374-9008

Discover what Collaborative Divorce is and why it is such a powerful option for anyone. 95% of divorces settle before going to court and so why not settle with a positive, respectful outcome? Katherine Miller shares with Mike Domitrz all about this form of divorce.   * You are invited to join our community and conversations about each episode on FaceBook at https://www.facebook.com/MutuallyAmazingPodcast and join us on Twitter @CenterRespect or visit our website at http://www.MutuallyAmazingPodcast.com**     Katherine’s BIO:  Katherine Eisold Miller is a Collaborative Lawyer and mediator with more than 30 years’ experience.  She is the founder of The Miller Law Group, a director and trainer at the Center for Understanding in Conflict and also teaches mediation at the Ackerman Institute.  Katherine is a past president of the New York Association of Collaborative Professionals.  Katherine hosts the radio show and podcast Dialogue on Divorce on WVOX radio and iTunes.  Katherine is co-Author of the #1 Amazon bestseller A Cup of Coffee with 10 of the Top Divorce Attorneys in the United States and author of the New Yorker’s Guide to Collaborative Divorce.        Links to Katherine: www.westchesterfamilylaw.com www.divorcedialogues.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katherine.e.miller1 Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/kemiller Instagram: katherineemiller271 Twitter: @keisoldmiller     Books Recommended by Katherine: Challenging Conflict by Gary J. Friedman and Jack Himmelstein Powerful Nondefensive Communication by Sharon Strand Ellison     YOUR HOST: Mike Domitrz is the founder of The Center for Respect where he helps educational institutions, the US Military and businesses of all sizes create a culture of respect throughout their organizations. From addressing consent to helping corporations build a workplace free from fear (reducing sexual harassment and helping employees thrive by treating them with respect every day), Domitrz engages audiences by sharing skill sets they can implement into their lives immediately. As an author, trainer, keynote speaker and coach, Mike Domitrz loves working with leaders at all levels. Learn more at http://www.CenterForRespect.com

HMMM… YOU DO WHAT? In this latest episode of Wise Women @ Work, Felicia speaks with Wendi Dumbroff, a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with individuals, couples, and families dealing with, among other things, couples conflict, family conflict, divorce, parent/child relationships (including parents and adult children), sexual issues, and much more. Much of her work is in the area of sex therapy. And curious minds want to know. Listen as she shares some of the reactions she has received when describing the unusual nature of her work. WELL, IT’S COMPLICATED As a sex therapist, Wendi must delve into the challenges couples face in their relationships. Ever sensitive to the delicate nature of this work, she explains how she identifies her clients’ triggers to help her evaluate their unique situation, helps her clients discover who they are sexually, and educates them as to how their past may impact their current intimate relationship. As a thoughtful listener, Wendi supports her clients as they identify the underlying meaning and feelings behind their frustrations. Listen how she supports couples as they learn how to communicate effectively and heal from their past to develop healthier relationships. As she says, “I help them untangle the web.”   BUT, HOW DID YOU START? Wendi didn’t start out as a therapist. She describes how she started in pharmaceuticals, and how she made the shift in her career after she had children. She knew she wanted to become a therapist; after that, it was her desire to help couples with their relationships that spurred her onto working in this taboo subject area. But first she had to go back to school. She encourages others to do the same if it will bring them professional fulfillment. OHM Wendi offers courses on mindfulness and meditation. She describes how these disciplines support her work as a therapist. “Through mindfulness and meditation you can take a pause and be present,” she suggests. To those who aren’t sure, Wendi describes the difference between meditation and mindfulness. As an added bonus, she takes us through a session on mindfulness. THAT’S GOOD ADVICE To women who may be considering counseling as a career Wendi comments, “Don’t be afraid to go back to school if needed; and remember to take care of yourself before you try to take care of someone else.” “Find what you love to do, and to never stop learning.” About Wendi: Wendi Dumbroff is a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with individuals, couples, and families who may be dealing with, among other things, depression, anxiety, couples conflict, family conflict, divorce, parent/child relationships (including parents and adult children), LGBTQ issues, sexual issues, and much more. She has specialized training in family and couples therapy, which she obtained through a post-graduate program at the “Ackerman Institute for the Family” in New York City. She is currently pursuing post-graduate certification in the area of sex therapy. She strives to provide her clients with a non-judgmental, open, and safe environment where they can share some of their most personal and intimate issues. Her mission to help create positive change in the lives of her clients.         Connect with Wendi

We often focus--rightly--on the needs of victims and survivors. But "Secondary Survivors" are the supporters and loved ones of any victim of sexual violence, who may themselves become traumatized. In this episode, we focus on the healing needs of everyone around the victim, to recognize and understand how sexual violence impacts #FamiliesToo. #HealMeToo Festival hit show Growing Wild, created and performed by Broadway's Shona Tucker, tells the story of a family's inter-generational quest to heal from the trauma of a mysterious sex crime. Hear Shona share in-depth with expert family therapist Fiona True of the Ackerman Institute for the Family, about different ways the members of her family have been impacted by the murder of her older sister, a victim of organized crime, while employed in sex work. Fiona shares insights about the work families can do to heal, foster resilience, and become a resource for each other.Learn more about Growing Wild, and read Shona and Fiona's bios, on the details page for this episode at healmetoopodcast.com. The #HealMeToo Podcast is hosted by Hope Singsen--the artist, creativity researcher and survivor-activist who founded the #HealMeToo Festival in NYC this Spring. You can watch excerpted work from the Festival on the #HealMeToo Festival performance video page, and sign up on our email list to hear about future pop-up #HealMeToo Festival events.Subscribe now. Let's talk about how we can #HealMeToo.Find the #HealMeToo Podcast on Apple Podcasts at bit.ly/hm2pod. Or visit healmetoopodcast.com to find links to other platforms.The recording facilities and engineer for this episode were provided through the generous support of Fr. James Hauver, Pastor of St. Columba Church, and Fr. Walter Niebrzydowski of The Fr. Walter Outreach, inc., a nonprofit organization working to repair the effects of sexual violence and gender oppression. You can learn more about their mission to promote the true, the good, and the beautiful through spirituality, media, and technology at fatherwaltersparish.org.Recorded & Engineered by Corey KaupEdited by Hope SingsenMusic performed by Micah Burgess:If I Can by Hope Singsen & Dillon KondorRockabye by Hope Singsen, Dillon Kondor & Micah BurgessGorgeous Fire by Hope Singsen & Dillon KondorSupport the show (https://fundraising.fracturedatlas.org/healmetoo-festival)

Ep. 235: Rorri Geller-Mohamed created U Power Change for families who are navigating some super challenging stuff.  She used her professional background as a therapist to develop U Power Change but raising a multiracial family is also very personal to her. Having grown up in a multiracial family that was formed through adoption when her Mexican-American brother joined her family and now as a white mom raising children in a multiracial, multicultural, and multifaith family, after marrying her husband who is Guyanese, she is extremely passionate about helping our children to feel supported in their identity and thrive. Professionally, she's been doing this work for over 15 years with youth, parents, and families in a variety of school, community, and clinical settings. For her, it always goes beyond just working with families, as she sees it as a necessity to advocate for racial and social justice often by working with leadership and organizations to create systemic change.  Her dream is that the next generation can thrive in a safe, equitable, and inclusive world. As a white person, she also believes it is part of her responsibility to reach out, support, and organize to bring more white people into anti-racism and racial equity work. She received her Masters degree in Social Work from Columbia University and have post graduate training in family therapy from the Ackerman Institute. For more on Rorri, please visit - https://upowerchange.com/about/ For more on host, Alex Barnett, please check out his website: www.alexbarnettcomic.com or visit him on Facebook (www.facebook.com/alexbarnettcomic) or on Twitter at @barnettcomic To subscribe to the Multiracial Family Man, please click here: MULTIRACIAL FAMILY MAN PODCAST Huge shout out to our "Super-Duper Supporters" Elizabeth A. Atkins and Catherine Atkins Greenspan of Two Sisters Writing and Publishing Intro and Outro Music is Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons - By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

I'll just call Jodie "A Mother", and there is so much more to that! Check out her website https://www.georgiany.com/About/ where she writes: I’m an author, a mother of five and an active LGBTQAI advocate who has been recognized for my activism by Hillary Clinton, GLAAD, Family Circle magazine, Cosmopolitan magazine, Yahoo, Refinery29, and numerous other outlets. I’m a regular speaker at national and international conferences on a variety of topics including identity, business, parenting and gender. In 2017 I gave a TEDx Talk in Germany entitled, Gender is Obsolete. I hold the position of Board Director with the Human Rights Campaign, and work closely with HRC’s Parents for Transgender Equality Council. I also sit on the Advisory Board of the Ackerman Institute’s Gender & Family Project, where I advise on strategic partnerships and overall goals for the organization. As well, I sit on the advisory teams of both Mount Sinai’s transgender health center and Community of Unity, a not-for-profit that provides Social Emotional Learning (SEL) programs for underserved kids in NYC public schools. Professionally, I’m a recognized entrepreneur and distinctive voice within the beauty industry, having co-founded two companies, Doobop—an online beauty marketplace catered to women of color—and Georgia by Jodie Patterson—an all-natural line of skin care. Both brands have garnered wide media attention over the years. “I’m just crazy about this new website,” said Oprah Winfrey when Doobop launched in 2014. My brands have appeared in almost every major mainstream publication, including the New York Times, Glamour, Vogue, Japanese Vogue, Teen Vogue, More, Essence, Ebony, Uptown, and Domino. In 2014, Cosmopolitan awarded me Beauty Skin Expert of the Year. Before entering the beauty industry, I served as Director of PR for fashion designer Zac Posen, where I oversaw press outreach, public appearances, speech writing, and Fashion Week management for the designer. For a number of years, I ran my own boutique PR agency, working closely with formidable brands like Nike, Virgin Records, Sean John, and Lincoln Center. I’m also the co-owner of the acclaimed Joe’s Pub at the Public Theater and helped develop the marketing and promotion strategy for its groundbreaking launch. In 2017 I was appointed by the United Nations as a Champion of Change for my advocacy. In 2012, I was honored to be chosen as one of Dell Computers’ “Dell Inspire 100”—a select group of world changers in the fields of entrepreneurship, philanthropy, education and media. Also on my resume: I’m a former circus acrobat who performed with the Big Apple Circus. I live in Brooklyn, New York, where I raise my children with love, education, and family solidarity.

In this episode, Kayla chops it up with Josie Rosario! Josie was born to help individuals live their lives on their own terms. After serving as a teacher, coach, and assistant principal for ten years, Josie courageously transitioned to serve as a therapist and social worker, using healing to empower others to live out their purpose. Passionate about wellness and with a deep belief in an integrative approach to healing, Josie completed a 200-hour yoga teacher training and is certified in trauma-informed yoga. Josie splits her time between serving individuals and couples as a therapist, speaking at organizations on all things wellness, and leading the Healing Strategy. Josie earned a bachelor's degree from Columbia University, a master's degree in education from Hunter College, and graduated with distinction from Columbia University's School of Social Work. Josie was an early participant of Business Essentials at Harvard Business School as well as a participant of the Design Studio at Columbia Business School. She is also a trainee in family and couples therapy at the Ackerman Institute for the Family. Josie is a native New Yorker, a proud Black Dominican-American woman, a die-hard Golden Girls fan, and deeply committed to continuing to manifest her ancestors' wildest dreams. In this episode we discuss: Managing anxiety How to know you're experiencing anxiety Navigating micro agressions in the workplace and what to do when you're experiencing them The difference between talk therapy and other types of therapy And so much more! Resources: Josie's Website Follow Josie on Instagram at @josierosario_ If you like this episode, please leave a rating and review on iTunes. Keep in touch with Kayla on Instagram @kaylanedza and find her on her website.  

Marissa Moore is a licensed psychotherapist who specializes in couples therapy. As an integrative psychotherapist she blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and insight oriented therapy. Her work is relational, goal directed and future oriented. She creates a warm, empathic and supportive environment where clients’ strengths are used to foster hope and motivation toward achieving goals. As a biracial, multicultural clinician of color she is attuned to race, racism and oppression. Marissa understand’s issues that clients bring to therapy through a social justice lens. For example, she supports interracial couples in navigating and understanding how cultural differences, intersectionality and power and privilege impact their dynamic. She also supports biracial and multiracial clients in exploring their racial identity development. She owns a group practice called Therapy Brooklyn in Greenpoint, has an online coaching business and teaches family therapy at the Ackerman Institute for the Family. https://www.jimmyallencoaching.com/ Jimmy Alle on Instagram Jimmy Allen on Twitter Jimmy Allen on Facebook https://www.jimmyallencoaching.com/ My website is: www.therapybrooklyn.com I also have a coaching website: www.inloveagaincoaching.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapybrooklynnyc Twitter: https://twitter.com/TherapyBrooklyn --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jimmyallen/support

Dr. Ian Kerner joins me today in the Everlast studio for an exciting and very different episode then what we are all used to!.Ian Kerner, PhD, LMFT is a licensed psychotherapist and nationally recognized sexuality counselor who specializes in sex therapy, couples therapy and working with individuals on a range of relational issues. Ian is regularly quoted as an expert in various media, with appearances on The Today Show, The Dr. Oz Show, and NPR. He lectures frequently on topics related to sex and relationships, with recent presentations at New York University, Yale, Princeton and the Ackerman Institute. .When it comes to sex and relationship problems, many of us are leading lives of quiet desperation. Sometimes you can be lying in bed next to someone and feel a million miles apart. Talking about sex and relationships is hard, but self-silencing can be even harder in the long run..Website: www.neuroathletics.com.auEmail: hello@neuroathletics.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thediamondboss_Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neuroathletics_Personal Website: www.thediamondboss.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/thediamondbosss

Amy Miller Cohen, Ph.D. received her doctorate in Psychology in 1975 from Teachers College,  Columbia University and did post-doctoral work at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She has previously taught at Brooklyn College for  several years and was a psychologist for Head Start in Newark, New Jersey while she lived in New York City. In 1979 Amy moved to Bethlehem, PA. She was widowed in December 2016 after a 42 year marriage. Amy has two adult children, two grandchildren and two golden doodles. Amy works with people of all ages and stages of life who come to her with a variety of concerns and challenges through her creative processes including SoulCollage, photography, and writing.

Jodie Patterson, social activist and author of The Bold World connects with us about: The unconscious biases we hold about gender - when can gender be obsolete? How we can celebrate and support a non-conformist, diverse “lab” of a family The beauty of self-identified labels that can promote fluidity and acceptance Why we struggle to distinguish body from spirit, physicality from identity How we can consciously work to create a legacy for our kids Why oppression is oppression, be it gender, race, sex or age The opportunities we have to support our burgeoning disruptors / activists Why we should bravely ask ourselves “am I capable?” How we can “transition” to best ally with the transgender community Visit: www.jodiepatterson.com to learn more about Jodie, her story and The Bold World, now available at any bookseller. Follow @jodiepatterson on Instagram to stay up to date on her inspiring activism, events and speaking engagements. Relevant links: The Bold World, Human Rights Campaign, Ackerman Institute for the Family, Palaces For The People, Jazz Jennings. Today’s episode is supported by Primary, a baby and children's clothing brand offering quality-made, gender-neutral basics. Primary’s rainbow color wheel of simple basics is ethically manufactured and OEKO-Tex Standard 100 certified, meaning it’s free from harmful chemicals. Support Upbringing by visiting www.Primary.com and stop by our Partner’s page: www.upbringing.co/partners. Visit our website, www.upbringing.co to learn more about us and sign up for our newsletter! Watch our Empowerment Happy Hour Conversations on our Videos Page or on Youtube. Submit your Dear Upbringing challenges via email or DM. We want to hear your thoughts. We care deeply about what you think and how you’re doin’, so get in touch -- we’re better together. Email us: info@upbringing.co Follow UpBringing on: Instagram: @up_bringing Facebook: @jointheupbringing And: Youtube

I believe that education is a lifelong pursuit that occurs in and outside the classroom. I graduated from Duke University, earned a Masters in Social Work from New York University, and received my License in Clinical Social Work in both New York and California. But I didn’t stop there. I also received specialized training in working with families and couples from the esteemed Ackerman Institute, and finished a postgraduate program at Fielding University for Executive Coaching. Additionally, I am a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and have completed the National Institute for Psychotherapies psychoanalytic training. I also recently completed Levels 1, 2, and 3 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy as well as specialized instruction in TRM (Trauma Resiliency Model), a mind-body approach for treating affairs and trauma. My professional experience includes therapy for latency-aged children at Four Winds Hospital and group therapy for individuals who either worked in the World Trade Center or were nearby during the 9/11 attacks. Inspired by the remarkable women I met while researching Fortytude, I launched a discussion series called Wise Women of LA in which women of diverse backgrounds could meet, share and support each other in achieving their professional and personal goals. Of course, women don’t have a monopoly on hard-won wisdom. So recently, I created a podcast series called Shared Secrets in which men and women with wisdom to share graciously let us in on their secrets. I hope these enlightening discussions empower you to share your own secret wisdom. My work to help men and women harness their internal power and pursue their goals continues in my volunteer work, which has taken me to locations including Rwanda, Bosnia and Haiti. I serve on the board of Equality Now, an organization whose aim is to end violence and discrimination against women around the world.

Welcome to episode twenty-seven of the Honest Mamas Podcast! Today, we speak to Avi Klein, LSCW, about the emotional states he regularly sees in couples expecting a baby, how he gets couples to connect through this difficult period, and how to improve intimacy after having a child. Avi is a psychotherapist, father of two, and lifelong New Yorker practicing in Union Square. He has been working with men, women and couples since 2009 after graduating from the Columbia University School of Social Work. Ten years ago, he began working with homeless families in San Francisco and realized how powerful it was to work on behalf of people—hearing their stories, witnessing their resilience, and participating in their growth and healing. He became a psychotherapist after experiencing firsthand the power of a strong therapeutic relationship. As his practice developed, he came to recognize how fundamental relationships are to the way people make sense of their world and has focused on helping people nourish themselves and their relationships. While studying at the Ackerman Institute for the Family, Avi also worked in outpatient mental health clinics in Chelsea and Upper Manhattan. Prior to starting his own practice, Avi helped run one of the first programs dedicated to working specifically with young adults with severe mental illnesses—St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital. While there, he also co-lead a yoga and meditation group and began to appreciate the importance of working with both mind and body as a psychotherapist. Avi is trained in AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy) and EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy), two forms of therapy that emphasize the power of emotion, healing & transformation in relationships. His work also borrows from narrative therapy, mindfulness and body-oriented therapies. He has a special interest in supporting new families and is currently working on a workshop to support new and expectant parents as well as other educational programs for adults to support emotional well-being.   What you’ll hear in this episode  The emotional states Avi regularly sees from couples expecting a baby How Avi gets couples to connect through this difficult period The ways in which Avi helps couples to show up authentically to each other The need for vulnerability to help with communication How to clear some of the issues that have arisen in the past The need to have repair between a couple Navigating arguments and not letting them get nasty How to improve intimacy after having a child Learning to be grateful and thankful to each other Resources https://www.aviklein.com https://www.instagram.com/thecompassproject

David Dachinger is a New York-based composer who has scored inspiring music for America's most celebrated sporting events and television shows. Over 1 billion people have heard his music on CBS broadcasts of the Super Bowl, The Masters and the NFL. A Grammy Award nominee, David has been a mixing engineer and producer on numerous albums with artist such as Usher, Celine Dione and The Isley Brothers. But nothing could have prepared David for the unexpected news that he had stage-4 cancer. Thankfully, he and his wife, Tamara Green, a Certified Social Worker, Meditation Facilitator, Individual and Couples Psychotherapist, Hypnotherapist and Love Mentor® (trained by Diana Kirschner, PhD), were well-trained in mindful meditation and other healing modalities. Together, they not only survived the experience, but now help other couples and individuals going through cancer. Tamara and David share their reactions, lessons, and the daily practices that helped them find calmness in the midst of the storm. Tamara leads us through a meditation exercise that is proven to reduce anxiety and is also great for minimizing nausea. David and Tamara also share about their newest book “Live Calm With Cancer (and Beyond)”, which was written from both the patient and the caregiver's perspective. Peaceful, inspiring and passionate about helping people manage successfully through cancer, regardless of the outcome, Tamara and David are transforming the lives of cancer patients and caregivers around the world through their books, workshops and loving meditations app. Key Takeaways 1) Be an active participant in your healing. Ask yourself quality questions – who do I choose to be in this moment? 2) The power of mindfulness in managing through the darkest storms.   3) Break it down into manageable bites – have a picture in your mind of how you'd like it to turn out, and then take it moment by moment. 4) Label your feelings to release your emotions. 5) Appreciate your body throughout the process. 6) Learn to receive on a deeper level. Free Meditations & Additional Resources Loving Meditations App www.calmcancerstress.com Live Calm With Cancer (and Beyond) Book www.livecalmwithcancer.com   Tamara Green, LCSW: Tamara Green is licensed in New York State as a Certified Social Worker and a member of the National Association of Social Workers since 1991. She worked as a psychiatric social worker at New York Presbyterian Hospital for 18 years and is now a recognized psychotherapist and life coach in private practice. Elle Magazine dubs Tamara “The Soul-centered Love & Relationship Expert.” She is an author, speaker, Meditation Facilitator, Individual and Couples Psychotherapist, Hypnotherapist and Love Mentor® (trained by Diana Kirschner, PhD). Tamara combines her many years of professional training and life experience to create powerfully effective guided meditations that have helped thousands to achieve peace, love and well-being. Her educational degrees include a Bachelors of Science in Public Administration from the University of Southern California, and a Masters in Social Work from Fordham University. She attended Ackerman Institute for Couples and Family Therapy for her postgraduate training. Tamara's background and training in mental health, certified hypnotherapy, and beliefs management allows her to employ effective techniques such as hypnosis, guided meditation and experiential exercises. She regularly lectures and facilitates teleconference groups and workshops. David Dachinger: David Dachinger is a New York-based composer who has scored inspiring music for America's most celebrated sporting events and television shows. Over 1 billion people have heard his music on CBS broadcasts of the Super Bowl, The Masters and the NFL. A Grammy Award nominee, David has been a mixing engineer and producer on numerous albums with artist such as Usher, Celine Dione and The Isley Brothers. David has survived head, neck and lymphatic stage-4 cancer. As a patient, he had first-hand experience undergoing imaging diagnostics, radiation, chemotherapy and surgery. David is an international bestselling author featured in Cancer: From Tears to Triumph, a book filled with inspiration from survivors, health care and support professionals, caregivers and loved ones, available on Amazon. A true man of service, David is also a New York State and Connecticut Certified Firefighter, AEMT, Fire Service instructor I, Fire Officer I & II, Rescue Technician. As an advanced EMT, he delivers patient care in emergency settings and interfaces with healthcare professionals in several tri-state hospitals. David has also been making his contribution to inspirational change by producing music and video for awakening and motivational media including Access Consciousness, Masters of Quantum Healing, Miracle Mondays Meditations and Loving Meditations. Connect with David and Tamara www.lovingmeditations.com   

Mel Wymore is trasngender but that hasn't stopped him from running for New York City Council. In this episode we talk Mel about the unique challenges faced when transgender people choose to get involved politically. We also discuss why LGBT people need to be involved in their communities and how you can get started.  Check out Mel Wymore's website. Plus some great articles about his campaign from LGBTQ Nation and NBC News.      Social services organizations for the LGBTQ person without resources and support: Yes Institute in Miami, New York's LGBT Center, and the Ackerman Institute for the Family.   

Recorded live via Kpiss.fm, in which Chip, Sugar Tits, and Boomer join the Victator as we all touch NuBritt's breastesies and discuss boobs, nipple play, masturbating in porta potties, idiots on the internet, Backstreet Boys vs. 'Nsync, boobie parties, nipple clamps, boob induced orgasms, sexual post-game recaps, those who like nip play and those who do not, squirting, whether straight dudes can be attracted to the Victator, Chip's break up, vampires and bisexuals on Law & Order SVU, how Queens is hella gay, and the awful attack against a transgender woman at Stonewall. Check out Chip's blog, Boobs of Bushwick and go to A Night of a Thousand Genders, a gala benefit for the Ackerman Institute’s Gender & Family Project.

Divorce can bring out sides of ourselves we didn’t know were there. Depression is common, as is rage. And many divorcing couples are surprised by these feelings of extreme anger or sadness and isolation. The question becomes, how do you process these emotions and deal with them in a healthy way? Elana Katz is a psychotherapist and collaborative divorce professional based in Manhattan. She also serves as senior faculty at the Ackerman Institute for the Family, where she teaches advanced family therapy and directs the Family and Divorce Mediation Program. Elana presents nationally and internationally on family therapy, mediation and collaborative divorce, and she has been quoted by the New York Times, the Associated Press and NPR. Today, Elana joins Katherine to explain how the experience of divorce can serve as a triggering event for depression. She walks us through attachment theory, describing how we process separation as a danger cue. Elana also addresses the other common post-divorce emotion, rage. She speaks to the triggers for extreme anger as well as techniques for dealing with these very strong emotions. Listen in for Elana’s insight on reframing the divorce experience and learn how to use the time to develop self-awareness and consider what really matters. Topics Covered How the experience of divorce serves as a triggering event for depression How post-divorce depression may catch people off guard How divorcing couples demonstrate attachment theory • Process separation as danger cue • Come out swinging, curl in or both The best way to provide support for a friend, family member during divorce How to set appropriate boundaries for your own self-care How feeling enraged, easily provoked is a common post-divorce emotion Elana’s advice around dealing with strong emotions during/after divorce • Make sense of emotions • Practice self-compassion • Identify, articulate previous successful transitions • Moderate physical exercise Elana’s insight on reframing the divorce experience • Seize as time to develop greater awareness • Reboot and consider what really matters How to leverage coaching to be present and proactive in the divorce process The difference between Elana’s role as mediator vs. collaborative coach Elana’s guidance around carefully considering process choice Elana’s take on how anger can be either mobilizing or debilitating How to handle the rage you may be feeling in the divorce process Connect with Elana Katz Ackerman Institute for the Family: http://www.ackerman.org/ Email ekatz@ackerman.org Call (212) 879-4900 Resources Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself by Dr. Kristin Neff: https://www.amazon.com/Self-Compassion-Proven-Power-Being-Yourself/dp/0061733520 Connect with Katherine Miller The Center for Understanding Conflict: http://understandinginconflict.org/ Miller Law Group: https://westchesterfamilylaw.com/ Katherine on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kemiller1 The New Yorker’s Guide to Collaborative Divorce by Katherine Miller: https://www.amazon.com/New-Yorkers-Guide-Collaborative-Divorce/dp/0692496246 Email: katherine@westchesterfamilylaw.com Call (914) 738-7765

As humans, we are wired to connect. So, if you are beginning to question your partner’s support, you are likely to feel a ‘primal panic’ that sets up a fight-or-flight response. Taking steps to repair the relationship early on can heal that disconnect, but many couples wait too long and find themselves trapped in a heightened conflict dynamic. How do you know when the bonds are too fractured to be fixed? What should you consider in making the difficult decision to divorce? Ann Jackler is a psychotherapist specializing in individual and couples treatment. Her expertise is focused on issues related to premarital, marital, separation and divorce therapy, and she has led several separation and divorce psychotherapy support groups through the years. Ann has a master’s degree in social work and post-master’s training from the Ackerman Institute as well as the Family Institute of Westchester. She serves as an adjunct lecturer at the NYU School of Social Work and the Fordham School of Social Service. Ann has 30-plus years of experience in private practice, and her office is located in Scarsdale, New York. Today, Ann sits down with Katherine to discuss the factors couples should consider in making the decision to divorce. She offers insight on the foundational issues that lead to disconnect in a relationship and explains why she invites couples to slow down before choosing divorce. Ann walks us through the components of a successful marriage and describes how a therapist can help you repair the fractured bonds or navigate the loss if you do make the decision to divorce. Listen in to understand the significance of exploring your relationship story and learn how the collaborative divorce option incorporates mental health professionals who provide support during this vulnerable time. Topics Covered What leads couples to make the decision to divorce How a breakdown in communication leads to conflict Ann’s insight on the disconnect between couples 1. Are you there for me? 2. Do my feelings matter to you? 3. Do you make me feel safe? Why Ann invites couples to slow down before choosing divorce How our ‘primal panic’ sets up a fight-or-flight response The protective measures of blame, contempt, defensiveness and withdrawal The components of a successful marriage • Ability to negotiate differences • Foundation of friendship, humor The significance of seeking counseling as soon as the bonds begin to fracture How the decision to divorce heightens a couple’s conflict dynamic Examining your own participation in the breakdown of a relationship How mental health professionals can support you in the divorce process • Work through renegotiation of roles, new family structure • Help grieve separation and loss Connect with Ann Jackler Call (914) 725-7985 Connect with Katherine Miller The Center for Understanding Conflict: http://understandinginconflict.org/ Miller Law Group: https://westchesterfamilylaw.com/ Katherine on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kemiller1 The New Yorker’s Guide to Collaborative Divorce by Katherine Miller: https://www.amazon.com/New-Yorkers-Guide-Collaborative-Divorce/dp/0692496246 Email: katherine@westchesterfamilylaw.com Call (914) 738-7765

Over the years Javier has developed his own aesthetics by observing the nature and architecture of the world's great cities. Adopting ancient sacred geometry as his photographic vision allows him to translate organic objects and architectural details into symbolic geometric patterns, to create bold color-centric abstract works that in a surreal way become Universal. Javier strives to create images that access our subconscious understanding of ratio and geometric forms, thereby enhancing our connection with the spiritual and natural world. By blurring the lines between nature and abstract, he is able to go through the gamut of color, volume and texture, to create images that are otherworldly. His work seeks to uncover the subtle beauty of coincidence and anomaly found in nature. Javier's proclivity towards this process is the key to understanding why people have observed that his photography is so hypnotic. Throughout Javier's work is a sense of de-familiarization and detachment from everyday ephemera while trying to connect us to our true self, creating awareness of the balance that should exist between mind body and spirit. Javier has had solo exhibitions around the world including in: New York City, Paris, Monaco, Tokyo, Madrid, Seville, Beirut, Hong Kong, and Art Basel. He has also published two monographic books, “Dimensions” (2010) and “Visual Vibrations” (2012). His clients and collectors include luminaries Bill Clinton, Pelé, Michael Bloomberg, Colin Cowie, Dr. Phil and brands such as FENDI Casa and BVLGARI. Javier is also dedicated to giving back and helping people from all walks of life. He is involved with several non-profit organizations to which he donates his time and talent. These include: United Cerebral Palsy of New York City, Ackerman Institute for the Family, Lumiere and colour 93 in Paris, and The American Parkinson Disease Association.

Spotlight interview to announce new podcast! Edy Nathan MA, LCSW is a licensed psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience specializing in the integration of psychotherapy and the world of spirituality. For two seasons she was the therapist on the A&E TV Show, “Psychic Kids”. She holds Masters from both New York University and Fordham University. She has post-graduate training from the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy, The Gestalt Center and the Jungian Institute. She is a certified EMDR practitioner, regression therapist, certified hypnotherapist and grief expert. To find out more, visit EdyNathan.com.