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On this week's episode I'm thrilled to have my friend and colleague, Dave Adamusko, join me to demystify "direct access"—a powerful technique that allows IFS practitioners to speak directly to a client's parts. Dave and I dive deep into why direct access is so essential, especially for clients with trauma histories or deeply blended parts who might struggle with more traditional "insight" methods. Dave leads me in a brief session to demonstrate explicit direct access, engaging with a part of me that was feeling annoyed and ignored, and we trace its origins back to a childhood experience. It was such a profound experience! In this episode, you'll discover: What "direct access" truly means, both for clinicians and for those of us simply navigating our inner worlds. How direct access facilitates quick unblending, befriending, and the gathering of powerful insights. Why practicing direct access, even with "easier" clients, is crucial for mastery (and something I'm always working on myself!). The fascinating connection between direct access and other experiential techniques like Gestalt empty chair and psychodrama. The important distinction between explicit and implicit direct access. And be sure to check out my extended interview with Dave exclusively on Substack.   About Dave Adamusko: Dave Adamusko, LMFT is a Certified Internal Family Systems Therapist, and approved IFS Consultant with a private practice in Mesa, AZ. He has been involved in the IFS community since 2015 and has had the privilege of being a Program Assistant for numerous Level 1 trainings as well as a frequent PA for Frank Anderson's L2 Trauma and Neuroscience training. In addition to his therapy private practice he also works as a Guide for Onsite Workshops where he combines his passion for IFS with experiential techniques to create dynamic personal growth workshops. Dave's variety of interests and ADHD have led him to create several passion projects that include (but not limited to): IFS leadership consulting, Experiential Couples Intensives, and recently added, IFS Based Post-Psychedelic Integration Groups.       Episode Sponsor: Life Architect ✨ Get access to 3 IFS webinars organized by Life Architect (featuring Einat Bronstein, Kay Gardner & Robert Falconer, and Ann Sinko) and receive a 30% discount on selected IFS workshops: https://lifearchitect.com/tammy/ ✨   About The One Inside: Check out The One Inside Substack community to access all episodes, exclusive extended interviews, meditations and exercises, and more.  Find The One Inside Self-Led merch at The One Inside store Watch video clips from select episodes on  The One Inside on YouTube Follow Tammy on Instagram @ifstammy and on Facebook at The One Inside with Tammy Sollenberger. Jeff Schrum co-produces The One Inside. He's a writer and IFS Level 2 practitioner who specializes in helping therapists create with clarity and confidence. Are you new to IFS or want a simple way to get to know yourself? Tammy's book, "The One Inside: Thirty Days to your Authentic Self" is a PERFECT place to start.  Sign up for Tammy's email list and get a free "Get to know a Should part of you" meditation on her website Tammy is grateful for Jack Reardon who created music for the podcast.  To learn more about sponsorship opportunties on The One Inside Podcast, email Tammy  

What if your anxiety wasn't something broken—but an invitation? In this episode, I'm joined by the incredible Cory Schneider (LMFT, SPHR, CDE), a queer therapist and leadership coach who brings serious depth to the conversation around identity, mental health, and healing. We talk about how we're living in an anxiety generation—where everything from our phones to our trauma histories is working overtime on our nervous systems. Cory unpacks how slowing down, tuning in, and learning to trust your gay psyche (yes, that deep, intuitive voice inside you) is more powerful than trying to hustle your way to peace. If you've ever felt like your anxiety is running the show—or like you're too “sensitive” for this world—this one's for you. You'll learn: Why anxiety isn't your enemy—it's a message How our nervous systems are in constant fight-or-flight mode Why your queer inner knowing is sacred (and how to listen to it) This isn't about “fixing” yourself. It's about coming home to the you that's already whole. About Cory Cory Schneider, LMFT, SPHR, CDE (he/him) is a nationally recognized LGBTQ+ psychotherapist, leadership and career coach, and organizational consultant with over 15 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and companies explore the intersection of identity, mental health, and belonging. With a background that bridges clinical psychology, HR, and DEI strategy, Cory works at the heart of healing and human development—supporting LGBTQ+ people in reclaiming their stories, navigating trauma, deepening relationships, and creating lives rooted in authenticity. His work is grounded in evidence-based practices, queer-affirmative frameworks, and a deep commitment to social justice. Cory specializes in working with LGBTQ+ adults and couples, guiding them through the complex terrain of internalized oppression, attachment wounding, and the emotional repair work necessary for connection and wholeness. As a former Executive Director in global consulting firms, he also partners with mission-driven organizations to foster inclusive cultures and emotionally intelligent leadership. Whether he's speaking on the psychology of identity, supporting a couple rebuilding trust, or helping an organization transform its workplace culture, Cory shows up with curiosity, clarity, and care. His goal? To help people and systems heal—from the inside out. Cory holds credentials as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), and Certified Diversity Executive (CDE). He is based in Los Angeles, and is a proud advocate for LGBTQ+ mental health, emotional literacy, and human-centered change. Connect With Cory Website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Hey Guys, Check This Out! Are you a guy who keeps struggling to do that thing? You know the thing you keep telling yourself and others you're going to do, but never do? Then it's time to get real and figure out why. Join the 40 Plus:...

Dr. Kristin Dempsey, LMFT, LPCC, provides a framework for addressing unexpected client behavior without losing your ethical footing, talking through concerns like a client being inebriated in session to boundary issues. Dr. Dempsey discusses how to uphold therapeutic integrity while adapting to real-world challenges in virtual and in-person care. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and shine with Clearly Clinical Continuing Ed by visiting https://ClearlyClinical.com.

If you've ever felt like your child is carrying the weight of the world or maybe just your own stress, you're not alone. And this episode is precisely what you need.Eli Weinstein sits down with powerhouse parenting coaches and psychotherapists Maria Evans and Ashley Graber, authors of the groundbreaking new book, Raising Calm Kids in a World of Worry. These two have trained over 8,000 mental health professionals and worked with families across the globe, and now they're breaking it all down for you.This isn't your typical “just breathe and stay positive” advice. We're talking fundamental tools for real parents dealing with real chaos.

How many times have you been told you were too sensitive? Or accused of overreacting? Maybe you've heard things like, “It's not a big deal,” “You need to calm down,” or “It was just a joke—why are you making this such a thing?” And each time, you questioned yourself. Was it really that bad? Were you imagining things? Because on their own, the comments, the criticisms, the passive-aggressive digs might seem small—hardly worth mentioning. But they kept happening. Over and over. Until you stopped trusting your own perception. That's the nature of death by 1,000 cuts. It's not the severity of one moment—it's the slow, relentless erosion of your sense of self, done quietly enough that you begin to doubt whether you're even bleeding at all. In this ninth edition of the Death by 1,000 Cuts series, Tony Overbay, LMFT, dives even deeper into the subtle ways being in a relationship with the narcissist, or emotionally immature, erodes your sense of self, one dismissive comment, one double standard, one guilt trip at a time. Tony explains how this isn't just about pain. It's about power. You'll hear real stories from real people who've endured the emotional whiplash, the rewritten history, and the gaslighting—and who are waking up to their self-worth. He explores what happens when those who were meant to love us chip away at our confidence, and what it means to finally stop apologizing for noticing. And Tony shares how to recognize eventually, and then celebrate the resilience of those who are still standing, not just after 1,000 cuts, but after every life they had to rebuild. If you've ever felt like you were the only one keeping score of the damage—or the only one still fighting to heal—this episode is for you. 00:00 A True Story Begins 00:20 The Number Nine Debate 01:28 Mark's Research and Sarah's Reaction 03:17 The Argument Escalates 05:24 Mark's Apology and Internal Struggle 06:11 Mark's Conversation with Jim 07:05 Introduction to Death by a Thousand Cuts 08:58 Understanding Emotional Abuse 11:08 Listener's Email on Validation 14:45 Financial Control in Divorce 19:21 Emotional Betrayal in Vulnerability 22:44 The Car Disagreement 32:17 Emotional Immaturity and Self-Sufficiency 34:00 The Weaponization of Humor 37:27 The Impact of Passive-Aggressive Comments 47:38 Control and Manipulation in Relationships 50:31 Emotional Triangulation and Rewriting Narratives 54:57 Healing and Moving Forward 57:59 Mindfulness Prompt: The Cut and the Healing

In this powerful episode, I'm joined by Ashley Turner, LMFT — licensed psychotherapist, psychedelic therapist, and founder of the Metamorphosis Mentorship — to explore menopause as a sacred, psycho-spiritual initiation.Ashley shares her own journey through postpartum, perimenopause, and a Dark Night of the Soul — a season of identity loss, spiritual reckoning, and ultimately, radical rebirth.Together, we go beyond the physical symptoms to name the deeper truth of this time: a dismantling of old identities, a reclamation of feminine power, and an awakening into embodied leadership.Inside this conversation:The truth about perimenopause, menopause + postmenopauseWhy hormone therapy (HRT) saved Ashley's life — and what she wants all women to knowWomb grief, hysterectomy trauma + healing our second chakraReclaiming feminine identity after the loss of cycle, libido, or societal “value”Why unhealed wounds from our Maiden years resurface at midlife — and how to meet them with graceHow psychedelic therapy is transforming personal healing and intimate partnershipThe rise of the wise woman — and why it matters now more than everThis is for the woman in the threshold. The one who knows something deeper is calling.Learn more about Ashley at ashleyturner.orgJoin my free Women's Wisdom Circle — a nourishing space for communityFire and Soul is a top 1% podcast for seekers, truth-tellers, and soul-led women awakening to who they really areFire and Soul is sponsored by LOTUSWEI: Flower essences are liquid infusions of wildflowers that carry the bioenergetic imprint of the plant's life force. Unlike essential oils, they have no scent but work on an energetic level to shift your state of mind and enhance well-being. Used consistently, flower essences support personal growth, balance emotions, and help you tap into your full potential—especially in times of stress and fatigue. Get 10% off with code FIREANDSOUL at LOTUSWEI.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this insightful episode of Regulated & Relational, hosts Ginger Healy and Julie Beem are joined by Ce Eshelman, LMFT—an expert in attachment, trauma, and therapeutic parenting. With decades of experience as a therapist and adoptive parent, Ce brings both professional depth and personal understanding to this rich conversation.Together, we explore the foundations of therapeutic caregiving, how trauma impacts a child's behaviors and relationships, and what caregivers, educators, and clinicians can do to better support healing. Whether you're a parent, therapist, or simply someone passionate about trauma-informed care, this episode is filled with wisdom, encouragement, and practical tools for supporting children from hard places.What therapeutic parenting really means—and why it worksCommon misconceptions about children with trauma historiesHow traditional parenting approaches can fall short for these childrenPractical ways professionals and extended family can support adoptive and foster familiesWords of wisdom for overwhelmed caregivers—and why there is always hopeCe Eshelman, LMFT is the founder of The Attach Place Center for Strengthening Relationships in Sacramento, CA. A passionate advocate for children from difficult beginnings, Ce is the creator of the Love Matters Parenting Program and author of two powerful books (links below). With over 35 years of clinical experience and lived expertise as an adoptive mom, Ce has helped countless families build connection, resilience, and healing.The Attach Place CenterAttachment & Trauma NetworkLove Matters Parenting Program – Learn Morehttps://www.lovemattersparenting.com/podcastDrowning with My Hair on Fire: Insanity Relief for Adoptive Parentshttps://a.co/d/6Z4MQki20 Things Children from Difficult Beginnings Wish Friends and Family Knewhttps://payhip.com/b/Y90UJ

Justin Gregory Briggs, Ph.D., LMFT and his co-hosts talk about tension, that inner strain, uncertainty, and stress that comes with being caught in between. This episode features Seth Frank and Jeannie Milan. 

Episode 272 - " The Voice in Your Head Isn't Always Right"We all have that inner narrator. You know the one—offering a running commentary on everything you do, second-guessing your choices, criticizing your every move, and catastrophizing the future before it even happens. In this episode, Michelle and Scott are pulling back the curtain on the voice in your head—and revealing why it's not always telling the truth. You'll learn how to identify the difference between your inner critic and your inner wisdom, challenge automatic negative thoughts, and finally quiet the mental noise that's been holding you back. Join them for an episode that invites you to stop letting that noisy narrator run the show—and start building a better story.Keeping Your Sh*t Together in a Stressed World is a podcast hosted by Michelle Post, MA, LMFT and Scott Grossberg, JD, CLC, CCH, NLP, and is 30 minutes of raw, irreverent, and results-oriented discussion with one purpose in mind . . . to help you cope, thrive, and survive the craziness that's going on in the world.As a reminder, our “Get Your Sh*t Together” Home Retreat can be found here:http://thinkingmagically.com/retreatReplays of prior episodes can be found at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-grossbergYou can also join our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/keepingystMichelle Post can be reached at michelle@postinternationalinc.com http://postinternationalinc.com
Scott Grossberg can be reached at sgrossberg@hotmail.com https://www.thinkingmagically.com© ℗ 2025 Scott Grossberg & Michelle Post. All rights reserved."Easy Lemon (60 second)" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0DISCLAIMER: MICHELLE IS A THERAPIST, BUT SHE IS NOT YOUR THERAPIST. SCOTT IS A RETIRED ATTORNEY, DOES NOT PRACTICE LAW, AND DOES NOT GIVE LEGAL ADVICE. AS SUCH, SCOTT IS NOT YOUR ATTORNEY. THE INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION THAT TAKES PLACE IS FOR GENERAL INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT LEGAL, MEDICAL, NOR MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE. LISTENING TO THIS PODCAST DOES NOT CREATE AN ATTORNEY-CLIENT NOR THERAPIST-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP. MICHELLE AND SCOTT ARE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY LOSSES OR DAMAGES RELATED TO ACTIONS OR FAILURES TO ACT RELATED TO ANY OF THEIR PROGRAMS OR TRAINING. IF YOU NEED SPECIFIC LEGAL, MEDICAL, OR MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE OR HELP, CONSULT WITH A PROFESSIONAL WHO SPECIALIZES IN YOUR SUBJECT MATTER AND JURISDICTION. NEVER DISREGARD THE MEDICAL ADVICE OF A PSYCHOLOGIST, PHYSICIAN OR OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONAL, OR DELAY IN SEEKING SUCH ADVICE, BECAUSE OF THE INFORMATION OFFERED OR PROVIDED WITHIN OR RELATED TO ANY OF MICHELLE'S OR SCOTT'S PROGRAMS OR TRAININGS. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY EITHER MICHELLE OR SCOTT OR BOTH OF THEM ARE OFFERED IN THEIR INDIVIDUAL CAPACITIES, OFFERED "AS-IS" AND NO REPRESENTATIONS ARE MADE THAT THE CONTENT OF ANY VIEWS ARE ERROR-FREE.MICHELLE'S AND SCOTT'S PROGRAMS AND TRAINING ARE NOT SUITED FOR EVERYONE. THEY DO NOT ASSUME, AND SHALL NOT HAVE, ANY LIABILITY TO USERS FOR INJURY OR LOSS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. THEY MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY CONCERNING ANY TREATMENT OR ANY ACTION FOLLOWING THE INFORMATION OFFERED OR PROVIDED WITHIN OR THROUGH ANY PROGRAM, COACHING, CONSULTING OR STRATEGIC WORK SESSION.

Ever feel like no matter how hard you try, you're still not good enough? Like you're outrunning a wolf that lives inside you, always whispering, “You've got more to prove”. But what if fear isn't your enemy? What if it's actually pointing you toward your purpose? In this deeply transformative conversation with bestselling author Mary Marantz, we explore how the experiences that once made us feel underestimated—and the relentless drive to overachieve—can keep us stuck in cycles of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and fear-fueled productivity.  Mary and I unpack the myths of not-enoughness, talk about the parts of ourselves that try to protect us from failure, and offer a new path forward: one where your gifts and your story become your superpowers. Get ready to look at fear differently, reclaim your confidence, and learn to move forward—not from a place of proving, but from a place of purpose. Timestamps: 00:00 – Why You're Still Not Enough (Even After All the Achievements) 02:01 – Mary's Story: From Single-Wide Trailer to Yale Law 03:55 – Why Fear Isn't the Villain You Think It Is 06:14 – The Power of Owning Your Hard Story 14:15 – When Fear Shows Up, You're Closer Than You Think 18:06 – Creativity, Fear, and the Impostor Trap 24:27 – What To Do With Fear When It Gets Loud 29:23 – Catching Fear in the Act 30:35 – A Totally Different Kind of Coaching 36:01 – Your Inner Critic Isn't Evil—It's Trying to Protect You 39:24 – Procrastination, Perfectionism, and Productivity Traps 45:55 – Underestimated: When They Miss Your Magic (and You Do, Too) 55:58 – Make Art Anyway: Excellence Without Validation 57:02 – Finding Clarity and Confidence If you feel like you're hustling for your worth—trying to prove something to someone, maybe even to yourself—it might be time for a new approach. I created Clarity and Confidence Coaching for exactly this purpose—to support brilliant, driven people just like you in shedding their limiting beliefs, getting clear on their direction, and moving forward into their dream life with confidence.  Clarity and Confidence Coaching is an incredible 8-week journey led by my team of trained therapist-coaches. It's evidence-based, transformational, and wildly affordable — just $49/session right now as part of our practicum program. You'll be guided with depth and care and use life changing coaching strategies to rewrite your inner script and start taking action — from your strengths, not your fear.

How Therapists Can Support Community-Building in Immigrant and Marginalized Populations: An Interview with Adriana Rodriguez, LMFT Curt and Katie chat with Adriana Rodriguez, LMFT, about how therapists can support clients from immigrant and marginalized communities in building and maintaining safe, affirming relationships. They explore cultural responsiveness, identity, risk appetite, and how therapists can expand their awareness and approach beyond individualistic norms. Guest Bio:Adri Rodriguez, LMFT is a therapist, educator, and host of Entre Tías y Amiguis Podcast. Their work focuses on generational healing, identity, and resilience through culturally grounded and justice-oriented approaches. Key Takeaways: Community is built on safety, belonging, and mutual understanding. Risk appetite and intersectionality must shape how clients engage with community. Therapists can use their online presence as a safety signal. Staying informed without burnout is a clinical responsibility. More Info:Full show notes and transcript available at mtsgpodcast.com Join the Modern Therapist Community • Linktree: https://linktr.ee/therapyreimagined Creative Credits: Voice Over by DW McCann: facebook.com/McCannDW Music by Crystal Grooms Mangano: groomsymusic.com

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In this episode I'm joined by Jessica Tomich Sorci, LMFT - a Level 3 Certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapist, Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional, and the creator of “Mom Parts.” Jessica brings decades of experience in maternal mental health and introduces us to the profound concept of parts work within the context of motherhood. We explore how IFS offers a radically compassionate lens through which to understand maternal distress, not as pathology, but as a protective and adaptive system. Jessica shares how her own postpartum years “blasted apart her psychological infrastructure,” and how discovering IFS brought the structure and depth she needed, both personally and professionally. We talk about her groundbreaking book When Good Moms Feel Bad (forthcoming in 2026 from Hachette Balance), which helps mothers reconnect with their inner wisdom through compassion, creativity, and curiosity. From rage and reactivity to grief, shame, and intergenerational wounds, this conversation holds space for the full range of the emotional experiences of mothers. Connect with Jessica:

This week on Ask Kati Anything, Kati Morton, LMFT, answers your deeply vulnerable questions around eating disorder recovery, abandonment, and the grief of losing a therapist. If you've ever felt “too much,” stuck in self-sabotage, or rejected by the people who should've helped—you are not alone. In this episode: What to do when your therapist wants to cut back sessions but you're not ready How to move forward when your parents knew you were struggling but stayed silent Why ED behaviors change shape—and how to finally stop the cycle How reparenting work can trigger relapse (and what to do instead) Grieving the loss of a therapist you trusted Why your body can't accept the good things—and how to heal that trauma response

Angela Brooks-Livingston, LCMHCS, explores the evolution from affirming to competent care for transgender and gender expansive clients, offering guidance on historical context, gatekeeping, letter-writing, and creating a more deliberately inclusive practice. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and shine with Clearly Clinical Continuing Ed by visiting https://ClearlyClinical.com.

Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other. In this powerful episode of the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Drs. Ryan Reyna and James Hawkins dive deep into the critical challenge therapists face when entering couples sessions without a strategic approach. They explore the pitfalls of entering therapy unprepared and provide practical insights for maintaining therapeutic effectiveness. Conversation Outline: The Therapist's Challenge Emotional complexity of couples therapy Sacrifices therapists make in helping distressed relationships Importance of professional preparedness Risks of Entering Sessions Without a Plan Potential for therapist triangulation Tendency to mediate instead of facilitating healing Danger of getting caught in reactive cycles Strategic Therapeutic Approach Understanding the couple's emotional "muscle" Developing a flexible, adaptive therapeutic plan Focusing on attachment patterns rather than surface conflicts Emotional Regulation Strategies Preparing therapist's nervous system Recognizing and interrupting destructive interaction patterns Creating safety through structured intervention Closing Summary: Your preparedness, empathy, and commitment create a transformative space where healing becomes possible—one vulnerable moment at a time. Remember: In the landscape of human relationships, you are not just a therapist, but a skilled navigator helping couples rediscover their fundamental connection. Upcoming events, if you would like to train with James or Ryan… You can do a joint Core Skills (Colorado) with Lisa J. Palmer-Olsen & Dr. James Hawkins. Core Skills Modules 1 and 2 will be held October 8-10, 2025, and Core Skills Modules 3 and 4 will be held January 7-9, 2026. You can register at https://courses.efft.org/courses/2025-core-skills-colorado. October 15-18, 2025, you can do an Externship with James in beautiful Bend, Oregon. You can register at https://www.counseloregon.com. You can train with Ryan, as well as George Faller, doing a live and some time with James, at the annual Arkansas EFT Center externship. July 29-August 1, 2025, in person, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. https://www.arkansaseft.com/events/externship We would like to invite everyone to come hang out and learn with the SV team at the first-ever SV Focus Lab. This is an advanced, EFCT training intending to push the edge with a focus on nuance in application, illuminating EFT and Sue's incredible model.” You can learn more and register by going to https://www.svfocuslab.com. Leading edge listeners who register before July 1 with the code svfocuslab.com/leadingedge get a 10% discount. To support our mission and help us continue producing impactful content, your financial contributions via Venmo (@leftpodcast) are greatly appreciated. They play a significant role in keeping this valuable resource available and are a testament to your commitment to our cause. We aim to equip therapists with practical tools and encouragement for addressing relational distress. We're also excited to be part of the team behind Success in Vulnerability (SV)—your premier online education platform. SV offers innovative instruction to enhance your therapeutic effectiveness through exclusive modules and in-depth clinical examples.  Stay connected with us: Facebook: Follow our page @pushtheleadingedge Ryan: Follow @ryanranaprofessionaltraining on Facebook and visit his website James: Follow @dochawklpc on Facebook and Instagram, or visit his website at dochawklpc.com George Faller: Visit georgefaller.com If you like the concepts discussed on this podcast you can explore our online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV). Thank you for being part of our community. Let's push the leading edge together!

Forest Benedict, LMFT - Porn Is Not the ProblemDivorced: Evangelical ChristianityCW: Frank discussion of porn, sex, and self-pleasureForest Benedict is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California and Washington states who specializes in religious trauma and sexual shame.  Forest began his career as a Christian who was passionate about helping others recover from sex and porn addiction—believing at the time that he was in recovery himself. He became a leading voice in the “anti-pornography movement,” and served as the Clinical Director of a sex addiction treatment program and trained pastors and therapists in a sex addiction certification program.  Since deconverting from Christianity, Forest has dramatically shifted his focus to helping those wounded by religious systems reclaim their sexuality and authentic sense of self. Today, he offers online therapy through his private practice and also works online with Storm Haven Counseling & Wellness in Temecula, California. Forest is active on social media and regularly shares insights through his blog.FIND FOREST: Website: ForestBenedict.com Instagram: @ForestBenedictLMFTFIND JANICE:Janice Selbie's Best-selling book Divorcing Religion: A Memoir and Survival Handbook is now available in the USA https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DP78TZZF and CANADA https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0DP78TZZFRecordings are available for the Shameless Sexuality: Life After Purity Culture conference 2025! Get your Resource Ticket now: https://www.shamelesssexuality.org/Religious Trauma Survivor Support Group is happening on Tuesdays at 5pm Pacific and Thursdays at 6pm Eastern (starting April 17). Don't miss this opportunity to connect with others for healing and support: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/servicesNeed help on your journey of healing from Religious Trauma? Book a free 20-minute consultation with Janice here: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/servicesFollow Janice and Divorcing Religion on Social Media:Threads: Wisecounsellor@threads.netBlueSky: @janiceselbie.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DivorcingReligionTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@janiceselbieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisecounsellor/Subscribe to the audio-only version here: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/religious-trauma-podcastThe Divorcing Religion Podcast is for entertainment purposes only. If you need help with your mental health, please consult a qualified, secular, mental health clinician.Support the show

Today on the Faithful & True Podcast, Elizabeth Hardesty, LPCC, CCPS and Dr. Greg Miller continue our conversation we started last week on the importance of groups in recovery.Listen as Elizabeth shares why groups are an essential tool for women healing from betrayal.Subscribe to our YouTube channel:   - https://bit.ly/FaithfulandTrueAttend a Workshop Experience   - For Men - https://bit.ly/MensJourneyWorkshop   - For Women - http://bit.ly/WomensJourneyWorkshop   - For Couples - http://bit.ly/CouplesIntensiveWorkshopContact us:   - https://faithfulandtrue.com/   - info@faithfulandtrue.com   - 952-746-3880Dr. Mark Laaser, M.Div., Ph.D., was considered one of the Christian leaders in the field of sex addiction before his death in September 2019. Mark, together with his wife, Debbie Laaser, MA, LMFT, have shared their 32 years of personal experience in sexual addiction recovery with thousands of individuals and couples through their work and resources at Faithful & True.The Faithful & True 3-Day Intensive Workshops continue to transform lives, rebuild trust, and help heal marriages.Send us a text

Episode 271 - "The Superhero Within: Unlocking Your Hidden Powers"Cape or no cape, you've got powers you're probably not using. In this high-energy episode, Michelle and Scott tap into the extraordinary abilities that often lie dormant in everyday people. Whether it's resilience, intuition, creativity, or compassion—your inner superhero is real, powerful, and ready to rise. Join them as they explore what it means to live with heroic intention in a chaotic world. They'll decode the traits of iconic superheroes (and real-life legends), share practical ways to activate your personal power, and show you how to use your “origin story” as fuel—not baggage.Keeping Your Sh*t Together in a Stressed World is a podcast hosted by Michelle Post, MA, LMFT and Scott Grossberg, JD, CLC, CCH, NLP, and is 30 minutes of raw, irreverent, and results-oriented discussion with one purpose in mind . . . to help you cope, thrive, and survive the craziness that's going on in the world.As a reminder, our “Get Your Sh*t Together” Home Retreat can be found here:http://thinkingmagically.com/retreatReplays of prior episodes can be found at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-grossbergYou can also join our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/keepingystMichelle Post can be reached at michelle@postinternationalinc.com http://postinternationalinc.com
Scott Grossberg can be reached at sgrossberg@hotmail.com https://www.thinkingmagically.com© ℗ 2025 Scott Grossberg & Michelle Post. All rights reserved."Easy Lemon (60 second)" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0DISCLAIMER: MICHELLE IS A THERAPIST, BUT SHE IS NOT YOUR THERAPIST. SCOTT IS A RETIRED ATTORNEY, DOES NOT PRACTICE LAW, AND DOES NOT GIVE LEGAL ADVICE. AS SUCH, SCOTT IS NOT YOUR ATTORNEY. THE INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION THAT TAKES PLACE IS FOR GENERAL INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT LEGAL, MEDICAL, NOR MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE. LISTENING TO THIS PODCAST DOES NOT CREATE AN ATTORNEY-CLIENT NOR THERAPIST-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP. MICHELLE AND SCOTT ARE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY LOSSES OR DAMAGES RELATED TO ACTIONS OR FAILURES TO ACT RELATED TO ANY OF THEIR PROGRAMS OR TRAINING. IF YOU NEED SPECIFIC LEGAL, MEDICAL, OR MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE OR HELP, CONSULT WITH A PROFESSIONAL WHO SPECIALIZES IN YOUR SUBJECT MATTER AND JURISDICTION. NEVER DISREGARD THE MEDICAL ADVICE OF A PSYCHOLOGIST, PHYSICIAN OR OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONAL, OR DELAY IN SEEKING SUCH ADVICE, BECAUSE OF THE INFORMATION OFFERED OR PROVIDED WITHIN OR RELATED TO ANY OF MICHELLE'S OR SCOTT'S PROGRAMS OR TRAININGS. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY EITHER MICHELLE OR SCOTT OR BOTH OF THEM ARE OFFERED IN THEIR INDIVIDUAL CAPACITIES, OFFERED "AS-IS" AND NO REPRESENTATIONS ARE MADE THAT THE CONTENT OF ANY VIEWS ARE ERROR-FREE.MICHELLE'S AND SCOTT'S PROGRAMS AND TRAINING ARE NOT SUITED FOR EVERYONE. THEY DO NOT ASSUME, AND SHALL NOT HAVE, ANY LIABILITY TO USERS FOR INJURY OR LOSS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. THEY MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY CONCERNING ANY TREATMENT OR ANY ACTION FOLLOWING THE INFORMATION OFFERED OR PROVIDED WITHIN OR THROUGH ANY PROGRAM, COACHING, CONSULTING OR STRATEGIC WORK SESSION.

What if the secret to living your best life... is remembering that it won't last forever? In this episode of Love, Happiness, and Success, I'm joined by author and mindset coach Karen Salmansohn to explore how the ancient principle of memento mori—remembering that you will die—can radically transform the way you live right now.  Together, we unpack how mortality awareness isn't morbid at all—it's deeply motivational. When you get clear on what truly matters, you can stop spinning your wheels and start living for meaning with clarity, courage, and joy. We'll explore identity-based habits, reverse-engineering your values, and how writing your own eulogy (yep, really!) can actually help you build a life you're proud to live. This isn't about bucket lists or productivity hacks—it's about being intentional and making sure your time, energy, and love are going exactly where you want them to. Timestamps: 0:00 – The Problem With To-Do Lists 3:12 – Facing the Funeral Test: What Will They Say About You? 6:38 – Memento Mori: Mortality as a Motivator 15:05 – Identity-Based Habits and Core Values 20:44 – Who Do You Need to Become? 24:18 – A Ripple Effect That Lasts Generations 27:35 – Aristotle's Happiness Formula 32:10 – The Near-Life Experience We Must Escape 36:42 – Your “To-Die” List vs Your To-Do List 40:55 – Creating Daily Habits That Reflect Who You Want to Be 44:00 – What Happens When You Align With Your Core Values 47:26 – The Marble Ritual: Measuring Time With Intention 53:18 – Monthly Reflections and Making This Summer Count 58:01 – Why Fun and Gratitude Are Core Values Too 1:02:20 – It's Not About Death—It's About Life 1:07:08 – How to Start Living for Meaning Now Don't wait for a crisis to wake you up. Choose to wake up now. Live for meaning. Be intentional. Remember that life is short, and that's what makes it beautiful. And if you're feeling stuck or overwhelmed by where to begin, I'd love to help. My Clarity and Confidence Coaching was made for moments just like this one. In this powerful work, you'll reconnect with your deepest values, rediscover your purpose, and learn how to make intentional choices that move you toward the life you truly want. Whether you're navigating a big life transition or simply ready to stop running on autopilot, coaching gives you tools, insight, and support to create lasting, meaningful change. Curious if it's right for you? You can schedule a free consultation with our team. We'll talk about where you are, where you want to go, and how clarity and confidence coaching can help you bridge the gap. Also, come hang out with me on Instagram or YouTube — I'm always sharing tips, inspiration, and behind-the-scenes real talk to help you stay connected to what really matters. Xoxo Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby www.growingself.com P.S. If this message resonated with you, think of someone in your life who might need to hear it too. Forward this article to them. Let's keep the ripple going. That's living for meaning, too.  

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In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Marley Herrera, LMFT about LGBTQ+ couples therapy. Marley first introduces herself and how she came to specialize in LGBTQ+ couples therapy. Marley then goes on to discuss the similarities and differences between couples therapy among queer couples and cis/het couples. We dive into various reasons LGBTQ+ couples may seek therapy and how broader systems impact what LGBTQ+ couples bring to therapy and the therapeutic process. Marley shares about the importance of importance of empathy, vulnerability, and communication in LGBTQ+ relationships and key components of a healthy relationship. Further, Marley shares some techniques used in therapy with LGBTQ+ couples.Connect with Marley:IG: @_marleyherreratherapist_TikTok: @marleyherrera.therapistPsychology TodayWebsite: www.thewomansclinic.netConnect with Me:Follow me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jessicaleighphd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the podcast on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@psych.talk.podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jessicaleighphd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on Threads ⁠⁠⁠@jessicaleighphd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to Group Therapy Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join my Facebook community: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grow Through What You Go Through⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ways to Work With Me:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mind Over Matter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LGBTQ+ Affirming Masterclass⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Be a guest on my podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Resources:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Anti-Racism Resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LGBTQ+ Affirming Resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Helping Professional's Guide to Boundary Setting⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Intro/Outro Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Life of Riley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ by Kevin MacLeod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music License⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

HALT and Call for Backup-Episode (118): "You Are Not Broken"Dr. Rose MaynardProgram Director-First Responder WellnessCoast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintockThis week, Jim and I sat down with Dr. Rose Maynard, LMFT, a powerhouse in trauma recovery and a passionate advocate for first responders. With advanced training in EMDR, ART, and TF-CBT, Rose brings both clinical expertise and lived understanding-shaped by her own roots in a military and first responder family. Before becoming a therapist, she spent over a decade as a massage therapist, deepening her knowledge of the mind-body connection. Now, at First Responder Wellness, she helps our brothers and sisters in uniform heal, reconnect, and remember: You are not broken.“Be Strong, Stand Up, Speak Your Truth, and Break the Stigma.”Firstresponderwellness.comMentalHealthNewsRadionetwork.compositiveconnectionsradio.comMcLintockcounseling.com

Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and those navigating major life transitions like divorce, reinvention, and rediscovery. If you're ready to shed old roles and finally put yourself first, you're in the right place.In this episode, Wendy sits down with licensed therapist and author Lynda Cash to explore how to reintroduce yourself in your relationships—whether you're newly divorced, entering an empty nest season, or simply seeking deeper connection. They explore: The “Three Relational Deal Breakers” that impact every relationship: emotional needs, wants, and likeHow to reintroduce yourself in midlife—especially after divorce, widowhood, or identity shiftsWhy toleration leads to resentment and sabotage—and how to break the cycle by reclaiming your desiresWhether you're reconnecting with a long-time partner or stepping into something new, this episode is a powerful reminder that your next chapter gets to feel good, aligned, and entirely yours.About Lynda:Lynda K. Cash, LMFT has over 16 years of clinical experience as a marriage and family therapist. Lynda has worked with individuals, couples and families to gain insight and understanding regarding unhealthy/dysfunctional behavioral life patterns. Helping her clients overcome challenges with managing their spiritual, mental, emotional, physical and financial well-being.Lynda is specialized in assisting clients with preventive, motivational and management strategies to help establish/maintain healthy and fulfilling lifestyles. She strives to create a safe and nurturing atmosphere where clients can feel supported in their efforts to grow with change and become reconnected to their strengths and life goals.Connect with Lynda:Get her book Re-Introduce Yourself here. LyndaKCash.comInstagram @lkcash22LinkedInFacebookTikTok________________________________________________________________________________________ Say YES to joining Wendy for her: Say YES Sisterhood PWH Farm StaysPWH Curated France TripsInstagram: @phineaswrighthouseFacebook: Phineas Wright HouseWebsite: Phineas Wright HousePodcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat! If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a 5-star review—it helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Healing Life's Deepest Hurts Reclaiming Your Life After Grief, Loss & Trauma With Kimberly Haar, LPC, LMFTThe wounds of grief, loss, and trauma may look different for each person, but the questions we ask and the pain we feel is very much the same.Yet hope and healing are possible.Podcast guest Kimberly Haar pulls back the curtain on her own devastating journey as a domestic violence survivor.Assaulted and kidnapped by her ex-husband, she witnessed seeing her new love shot ten times. In this raw and compassionate book, Haar guides readers through the stages of healing and combines her personal testimony with her professional experience to offer a lifeline of hope to those wrestling with seemingly inescapable pain.Navigating life's darkest seasons is possible and God has not abandoned you--even if it feels like it.Kimberly and Charlotte talk about:How to move from “Why me?” to “What now?”Transforming deep pain into joy through compassionate biblical wisdom and practical mental healthGod's ability to take our broken dreams, broken hearts, and broken lives and make something beautiful of them, no matter our story. Kimberly prays that her story serves as a beacon of hope, reminding you that you're not alone in your pain and that you cannot only survive but thrive beyond trauma.May this podcast help you find purpose that can come from pain and help you move forward with courage and resilience.To reach Kimberly:https://kimberlyhaar.com To reach Charlotte:https://charlotteguest.com

In this episode of Shared Humanity: The humans behind the headlines, host Nelba Márquez-Greene, LMFT, Yale School of Public Health Community Scholar, is joined by Dr. Bruce Perry, MD, PhD, Principal of the Neurosequential Network.   Dr. Perry's work on the impact of abuse, neglect, and trauma on the developing brain has impacted clinical practice, programs, and policy across the world. His most recent book, What Happened to You? Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing, co-authored with Oprah Winfrey, has been translated into 26 languages and has been on the New York Times Bestseller list for over 100 weeks.   He is also a primary responder to many communities that have been impacted by gun violence.   Márquez-Greene and Perry discuss shifting mental health work to a public health model, the impact of early childhood experience on long-term wellness, and healing trauma.   Links from this episode: www.neurosequential.com    Learn more about Shared Humanity: sph.yale.edu/sharedhumanity 

Laurel Roberts-Meese, LMFT, equips therapists with practical tools and essential knowledge to foster cultural competency, navigate nuanced dynamics, and provide affirming, inclusive care to queer couples, from intake to intervention. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and shine with Clearly Clinical Continuing Ed by visiting https://ClearlyClinical.com.

  In this episode, Kristen talks with Mary Dobson, psychotherapist and founder of LIFT Wellness and LiftWell Health, about the emotional and mental toll midlife can take on women and how reclaiming your sense of self is essential for long-term well-being.    www.marydobson.com www.liftwellnessgroup.com www.liftwellhealth.com   When you purchase these books through these Amazon links, you're helping support the podcast at no extra cost to you. 1. The Power of Intention https://amzn.to/43COxgR 2. Change Your Thoughts - Change Your Life: Living the Wisdom of the Tao https://amzn.to/3H8nPnK 3. Excuses Begone!: How to Change Lifelong, Self-Defeating Thinking Habits https://amzn.to/4kieV5q 4. Power of Awakening, The: Mindfulness Practices and Spiritual Tools to Transform Your Life https://amzn.to/44PMFlZ 5. Self Help: This Is Your Chance to Change Your Life https://amzn.to/4kunav5 6. The Universe Has Your Back: Transform Fear to Faith https://amzn.to/3H5ILeY 7. Becoming Supernatural: How Common People Are Doing the Uncommon https://amzn.to/3F6pFot 8. Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself: How to Lose Your Mind and Create a New One https://amzn.to/4mrsAZx 9. 12 Rules For Life An Antidote To Chaos And Beyond Order 12 More Rules For Life Jordan Peterson https://amzn.to/43GP2Xg   Subscribe and get a free 5-day journal at www.kristendboice.com to begin closing the chapter on what doesn't serve you and open the door to the real you. This information is being provided to you for educational and informational purposes only. It is being provided to you to educate you about ideas on stress management and as a self-help tool for your own use. It is not psychotherapy/counseling in any form. This information is to be used at your own risk based on your own judgment.  For my full Disclaimer please go to www.kristendboice.com. For counseling services near Indianapolis, IN, visit www.pathwaystohealingcounseling.com. Pathways to Healing Counseling's vision is to provide warm, caring, compassionate and life-changing counseling services and educational programs to individuals, couples and families in order to create learning, healing and growth.

Marla Christensen, AMFT, APCC, and Tony Overbay, LMFT, delve into Ethan Kross's "Shift: Managing Your Emotions So They Don't Manage You" for another installment of the "Virtual Couch Book Club." They explore emotional awareness, sensory shifts, and cultural influences on emotional well-being. Practical techniques, such as distant self-talk and the Whoop framework (Wish, Outcome, Obstacle, Plan), are covered, offering listeners actionable strategies for emotional management. Tony opens the episode by explaining how common parental phrases, such as "it's not a big deal" or "just don't worry about it," can unintentionally hinder emotional expression in adulthood, setting the stage for struggles with managing emotions later in life. This discussion offers valuable insights for individuals seeking to understand better and manage their emotions. 00:00 A Touching Parenting Moment 02:22 Introduction to the Virtual Couch 02:31 Book Club: Managing Emotions 03:16 The Importance of Emotional Awareness 03:37 Understanding Emotional Language 04:44 The Disconnect from Emotions 06:01 Introducing Dr. Ethan Cross's 'Shift' 06:23 Meet Marla Christiansen 07:33 Exploring Emotional Concepts from 'Shift' 07:46 The Complexity of Emotions 08:05 Practical Tools for Emotional Management 08:20 The Power of Distanced Self-Talk 08:37 External Influences on Emotions 09:02 Body Awareness and Emotions 09:12 Navigating Difficult Emotions 09:24 Impact of Social Media and Cultural Factors 09:37 Appreciating Emotions as Information 10:18 Book Club Discussion: 'Shift' by Dr. Ethan Cross 10:30 Starting the Interview with Marla Christensen 11:24 Diving into Emotional Regulation 11:43 Book Club Insights and Personal Reflections 22:58 The Law of Least Work 25:01 Exploring Low-Cost Emotional Shifts 25:40 Understanding Attention and Perspective 26:10 Navigating Emotional Avoidance and Approach 27:27 The Power of Reframing 29:29 Distanced Self-Talk: A Unique Approach 31:07 Shifting Emotions Through Environment 33:44 The Role of Relationships in Emotional Shifts 37:24 Cultural Influences on Emotions 39:37 The Impact of Comparison 42:37 Practical Tools for Emotional Mastery 44:06 Final Thoughts and Resources

Join Autumn as she interviews Mark Verkler for round 2, answering your questions about marriage, such as: Can you get remarried after divorce? How do you know you need counseling? How can we have peace in our marriage? What do I do if my marriage is struggling? and more!   Monologue: Autumn shares how God gives her a glimpse of how well she and Eddie are raising their children through their youngest, Haven.    Message: Autumn interviews Mark Verkler again, this time focusing on marriage.     Question: “If one of us has been divorced before, and we get married, will we be living in perpetual sin?”    Bible References: Revelation 3 Galatians 6:1-5 James 1:19 Matthew 18:15-17 1 Corinthians 5:9 Deuteronomy 24   More from Mark Verkler, LMFT: Samaritan's Well website: https://samaritanswell.com/mark-verkler%2C-lmft   Links from the show BOOKS: https://www.autumnmiles.com/resources SPEAKING: https://www.autumnmiles.com/speaking MERCH: https://autumnmiles.square.site   Sponsor: NuWell Online Christian Counseling https://nuwellonline.com/   If you have a suggestion for the ministry, a question for Autumn, a testimony to share, or other inquiry for the Autumn Miles Ministries, go to https://www.autumnmiles.com/contact and fill out the form, or send us an email at hello@autumnmiles.com    Join us on social media! Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheAutumnMiles/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/autumnmiles/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AutumnMiles   Join our weekly and monthly newsletters and get updates on our podcast and exclusive content here: https://www.autumnmiles.com/resources/newsletter  If you feel led to give to the Autumn Miles Ministries, go to https://www.autumnmiles.com/giving to donate. Thank you for supporting Autumn Miles Ministries!

Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other. Summary: In this episode of the Leading Edge EFT Podcast, Dr. James Hawkins and his wife Nicola explore two critical questions from EFT therapists about navigating complex couple therapy moments. The discussion focuses on validation techniques, managing partner reactions during therapeutic interventions, and the nuanced art of creating emotional safety in couples therapy. Key Topics: Validation in EFT: Validating attachment functions, not harmful behaviors Balancing validation between partners Recognizing the underlying emotional needs behind challenging behaviors Therapeutic Enactments: Navigating client resistance to sharing emotions Helping clients express vulnerable feelings in new ways Understanding the emotional landscape behind repeated communication patterns Action Items: Explore validation techniques that honor both partners' emotional experiences Practice creating safety when challenging client interaction patterns Consider attending upcoming EFT training opportunities Memorable Quote: "You can earn the right to challenge after first meeting your client with validation." Upcoming events, if you would like to train with James or Ryan… You can do a joint Core Skills (Colorado) with Lisa J. Palmer-Olsen & Dr. James Hawkins. Core Skills Modules 1 and 2 will be held October 8-10, 2025, and Core Skills Modules 3 and 4 will be held January 7-9, 2026. You can register at https://courses.efft.org/courses/2025-core-skills-colorado. October 15-18, 2025, you can do an Externship with James in beautiful Bend, Oregon. You can register at https://www.counseloregon.com. You can train with Ryan, as well as George Faller, doing a live and some time with James, at the annual Arkansas EFT Center externship. July 29-August 1, 2025, in person, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. https://www.arkansaseft.com/events/externship We would like to invite everyone to come hang out and learn with the SV team at the first-ever SV Focus Lab. This is an advanced, EFCT training intending to push the edge with a focus on nuance in application, illuminating EFT and Sue's incredible model.” You can learn more and register by going to https://www.svfocuslab.com. Leading edge listeners who register before July 1 with the code svfocuslab.com/leadingedge get a 10% discount. To support our mission and help us continue producing impactful content, your financial contributions via Venmo (@leftpodcast) are greatly appreciated. They play a significant role in keeping this valuable resource available and are a testament to your commitment to our cause. We aim to equip therapists with practical tools and encouragement for addressing relational distress. We're also excited to be part of the team behind Success in Vulnerability (SV)—your premier online education platform. SV offers innovative instruction to enhance your therapeutic effectiveness through exclusive modules and in-depth clinical examples.  Stay connected with us: Facebook: Follow our page @pushtheleadingedge Ryan: Follow @ryanranaprofessionaltraining on Facebook and visit his website James: Follow @dochawklpc on Facebook and Instagram, or visit his website at dochawklpc.com George Faller: Visit georgefaller.com If you like the concepts discussed on this podcast you can explore our online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV). Thank you for being part of our community. Let's push the leading edge together!

Is it really necessary to be a part of a group to be successful in recovery?Today on the Faithful & True Podcast, Dr. Greg Miller & Chris Hardesty, LPCC, CSAT make the case for why groups are essential for recovery. Subscribe to our YouTube channel:   - https://bit.ly/FaithfulandTrueAttend a Workshop Experience   - For Men - https://bit.ly/MensJourneyWorkshop   - For Women - http://bit.ly/WomensJourneyWorkshop   - For Couples - http://bit.ly/CouplesIntensiveWorkshopContact us:   - https://faithfulandtrue.com/   - info@faithfulandtrue.com   - 952-746-3880Dr. Mark Laaser, M.Div., Ph.D., was considered one of the Christian leaders in the field of sex addiction before his death in September 2019. Mark, together with his wife, Debbie Laaser, MA, LMFT, have shared their 32 years of personal experience in sexual addiction recovery with thousands of individuals and couples through their work and resources at Faithful & True.The Faithful & True 3-Day Intensive Workshops continue to transform lives, rebuild trust, and help heal marriages.Send us a text

TW: This episode contains a story of violence and assault. Our guest will share how she has overcome the trauma that happened to her, but if you are sensitive to stories of violence, please choose another episode for today.Even if your personal story sounds like an episode of Dateline, there is hope, healing, and forgiveness possible. Our guest, Kimberly Haar, has a story that is difficult to believe--especially since she has overcome assault, violence, and even kidnapping to give hope now to other people as a trauma therapist. Her book Healing from Life's Deepest Hurts: Reclaiming Your Life After Grief, Loss, or Trauma shares her story as well as practical tools on healing with God's help. Even if your hurts are not dramatic like Kim's, you can benefit from the help offered here. Kimberly Haar, LMFT, LPC is a trauma therapist and author based in Oklahoma. Find her online at https://kimberlyhaar.com/.Follow @soulgritresources on FB and IG and email your questions and comments to info@soulgritresources.com. Sign up at www.soulgritresources.com to be the first to know about new blogs, episodes, and more.

In this powerful episode, I'm joined by Kimberly Haar, a licensed professional counselor and author of the new book Healing From Life's Deepest Hurts: Reclaiming Your Life After Grief, Loss or Trauma. Kimberly shares her incredible testimony of surviving a multiple hour assault by her ex-husband, the attempted murder of her then-boyfriend and navigating the long road of healing from deep trauma, grief, and abuse.We talk about: • The moment her life changed forever—and how God met her there • What it looks like to walk through complex trauma as a believer • How to rebuild emotionally and spiritually after domestic violence • Why counseling, faith, and truth-telling are all part of healing • How to move forward with hope even when your past is full of painWhether you're walking through a hard season or love someone who is, this conversation will stir your faith, offer tools for healing, and remind you that God never wastes our pain.Bio:Kimberly Haar, LPC, LMFT, is a survivor of domestic violence, a licensed professional counselor, and a licensed marriage and family therapist with nearly two decades of experience helping others find healing and wholeness in life. She holds an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from Southern Nazarene University and is a featured cohost on Oasis Radio Network. Kimberly's therapy practice is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she continues to inspire hope and strength in those facing life's challenges.Anchor Verses:Psalm 23Psalm 34:18Connect with Kim:Website: https://kimberlyhaar.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/kimberly.haarFB: https://www.facebook.com/KimberlyJHaar/***We love hearing from you! Your reviews help our podcast community and keep these important conversations going. If this episode inspired you, challenged you, or gave you a fresh perspective, we'd be so grateful if you'd take a moment to leave a review. Just head to Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen and share your thoughts—it's a simple way to make a big impact!***

In this week's podcast episode, I re-release the second part of my conversation with Claire Atenian, LMFT.  Here in part 2, we focus on what it looks like to recover from betrayal trauma. Just as God uses physicians and technicians in the medical field to help us heal from physical injury, He uses professionals and trusted friends to bring healing to our experiences of trauma and emotional or relational injury.  Claire offers a lot of practical support if you're seeking clarity in your healing journey after betrayal trauma. To inquire about counseling, email Louise at Louise@louisesedgwick.com.

Justin Gregory Briggs, Ph.D., LMFT and his co-hosts talk about memory: how we form memories, why we forget, and how memories influence well-being across the life course. This episode features Seth Frank and Jeannie Milan. 

Episode 270 - "Let It Flow: Why Crying is Good for You"Tears aren't weakness—they're wisdom in motion. In this emotional and liberating episode, Michelle and Scott dive into the surprising science and sacred psychology of crying. From stress relief to emotional processing, they explore how tears are your body's built-in release valve for the things you can't always put into words. Discover why shedding a few tears isn't something to hide but something to honor—and how allowing yourself to feel deeply can be the most courageous, cleansing act of all. Whether it's grief, frustration, joy, or relief, crying connects us to our humanity—and each other. Think of this episode as your permission slip to feel it all. You're not falling apart. You're releasing the pressure so you can stand stronger.Keeping Your Sh*t Together in a Stressed World is a podcast hosted by Michelle Post, MA, LMFT and Scott Grossberg, JD, CLC, CCH, NLP, and is 30 minutes of raw, irreverent, and results-oriented discussion with one purpose in mind . . . to help you cope, thrive, and survive the craziness that's going on in the world.As a reminder, our “Get Your Sh*t Together” Home Retreat can be found here:http://thinkingmagically.com/retreatReplays of prior episodes can be found at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-grossbergYou can also join our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/keepingystMichelle Post can be reached at michelle@postinternationalinc.com http://postinternationalinc.com
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Ever looked around and thought, “I hate my life… I don't want to do this anymore”? If that's where you are right now—first of all, I'm giving you a big virtual hug. Second of all, you're not broken, you're not failing, and you're on the right track. This moment could be the best thing that's happened to you in a long time. Why? Because that awful, burn-it-all-down energy can also be your launchpad to something way, way better. In this episode of the Love, Happiness and Success podcast, I'll walk you through my step-by-step process to help you stop spiraling, get clear, and create a life you're genuinely excited to wake up to. It's time to harness the power of that personal meltdown and turn it into the catalyst for a total life upgrade. Timestamps: 0:00 – The “I Hate My Life” Moment: Why It's Actually a Gift 2:36 – Your Inner Flare Gun: Pain as Your Wake-Up Call 5:20 – Step 1: Get Honest About What's Not Working 8:12 – Step 2: Define What You Do Want (With Real Specifics) 12:47 – Step 3: The Real Reason You're Stuck—Obstacles and Skills Gaps 17:09 – Step 4: Ask the Power Question That Changes Everything 21:42 – Step 5: Build Your Action Plan (One Small Step at a Time) 25:33 – When It's More Than Frustration: Signs of Depression & What To Do 30:55 – What Comes Next: From Stuck to Strategy If you're sitting there thinking, "Yes. This is exactly where I am and I'm ready to change," I want you to know: you don't have to figure this out alone. My Clarity and Confidence Coaching is designed for moments just like this. We'll help you get unstuck, gain clarity on what you really want, identify obstacles (including sneaky internal ones), and create a plan that actually works. The best part? You can book a free consultation call right now to get matched with the right coach for you. You'll get to work with one of our expert therapists trained in coaching psychology at a fraction of the normal cost. Because money should never be the thing that keeps you stuck. Oh! And don't forget to follow me on Instagram or subscribe on YouTube. I share interviews with experts, motivational tips, and evidence-based strategies to create love, happiness, and success in your life. I'd love to see you there. Xoxo Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby www.growingself.com P.S. Know someone else who's silently thinking “I hate my life”? Be their light today. Share this video with them. You might just change everything.

Understanding Sexual Trauma and Hookup Culture in Therapy with Gay Men: An Interview with Michael Pezzullo, LMFT Curt and Katie chat with Michael Pezzullo, LMFT, about providing affirming and trauma-informed therapy for gay men. We explore common misconceptions therapists hold, the complexities of hookup culture, and how sexual trauma often shows up in subtle and misunderstood ways. We also look at how clinicians can better navigate issues of consent, drug use, and boundary violations when working with this population. Transcripts and more information for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com! In this podcast episode, we explore affirming, trauma-informed therapy for gay men We invited Michael Pezzullo to the podcast to discuss the often-overlooked nuances of working with gay men in therapy. From hookup culture to sexual trauma, Michael breaks down what therapists need to understand to avoid causing harm or misinterpreting client behavior. His perspective emphasizes the importance of clinical humility, cultural knowledge, and a collaborative approach. Common Therapist Mistakes When Working with Gay Men What Therapists Need to Understand About Hookup Culture, Risk, and Drug Use Addressing Sexual Trauma and Boundary Violations in the Gay Community Helping Gay Men in Building and Enforcing Boundaries Navigating Presenting, Shame, and the “Velvet Rage” Creating a Safe and Affirming Space for Gay Clients Using Social Media and Influencers as Cultural Education Therapist Takeaways Stay in Touch with Curt, Katie, and the whole Therapy Reimagined #TherapyMovement: Our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/therapyreimagined Modern Therapist's Survival Guide Creative Credits: Voice Over by DW McCann https://www.facebook.com/McCannDW/ Music by Crystal Grooms Mangano https://groomsymusic.com/

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That voice in your head telling you you're not enough? It's not your enemy, it's part of your "Inner Crew" trying to protect you.In this mind-blowing episode, therapist Colleen West reveals why understanding your internal parts is the key to healing trauma and conquering anxiety. She breaks down the revolutionary Internal Family Systems approach that's taking the therapy world by storm.Discover why your anxiety exists, how childhood wounds still drive your adult decisions, and why that inner critic won't shut up. Plus, learn how to access your authentic "Self", the calm center that can finally bring peace to your mental battlefield.Cody shares his own journey using IFS to understand his workaholic tendencies, while Colleen explains how even pre-verbal trauma from infancy can be healed.Stop fighting yourself. Meet your Inner Crew and transform your relationship with every part of you that's been misunderstood.ℹ️ About the GuestsColleen West is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 25 years of experience helping individuals heal from trauma. As an Internal Family Systems Clinical Consultant and former EMDR Approved Consultant, Colleen brings a depth of expertise in transformative healing approaches that go beyond traditional talk therapy.She is the author of "We All Have Parts: An Illustrated Guide to Healing Trauma With Internal Family Systems," which makes complex psychological concepts accessible through thoughtful illustrations, as well as "The IFS Flip Chart: A psychoeducational Tool for Unlocking the Multiple Mind". Drawing from her own journey of healing childhood wounds, Colleen specializes in pre-verbal trauma and has developed unique insights into how our earliest experiences shape our adult lives.Instagram: @colleenwestTwitter/X: @colleenwestFacebook: Parts Work: Trauma-Informed IFSWebsites: https://www.colleenwest.com/ and https://smarttherapytools.com/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/colleenwestiTunesSpotifyDownload as MP3

How does secondary traumatic stress (STS) affect eating disorder providers, and how can we care for ourselves without bypassing the realities of burnout, exhaustion, and systemic overwhelm? Dr. Marianne sits down with Dr. Danielle Hiestand, LMFT (@drdaniellehiestand), to unpack the intersection of STS, vicarious trauma, burnout, and disordered eating in helping professionals. Whether you're a therapist, dietitian, coach, or caregiver working in high-empathy roles, this episode explores how chronic exposure to others' pain can show up somatically, emotionally, and in our relationships with food and body. Dr. Hiestand shares research insights and lived-experience wisdom on setting sustainable boundaries, navigating ethical self-care, and creating healing spaces that also protect the healer.

This episode first aired on November 9, 2023.Unveiling Empowerment: A Therapist's Take with Amy HalversonJoin Dr. Natalie in a transformative conversation with Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Amy Halverson, as they delve into the nuances of women's empowerment, providing insights and practical tips for navigating the journey from midlife crisis to a centered and thriving life.In this special episode, Dr. Natalie engages in a thought-provoking dialogue with the insightful Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Amy Halverson. Together, they explore the dynamic landscape of women's empowerment through the lens of therapy, unraveling the layers of self-discovery, resilience, and growth. Join them on a journey of understanding and empowerment, as they share practical strategies and profound insights to inspire and guide you towards a centered life thriving.FIND Amy Halverson and her work at http://www.northwindscounseling.com and stay tuned for her upcoming Podcast release!________________________________________________________How to JOIN US at ⁠LearnToLoveYourStory.com⁠ Keywords: Women's empowerment podcast, Therapist perspective on empowerment, Midlife crisis transformation, Centered life tips, Amy Halverson interview, Dr. Natalie empowerment insights, Navigating life transitions, Thriving in midlife, Marriage and family therapy discussions, Practical tips for personal growth, Personal growth in midlife, Women's empowerment, Joyful transformation, Effortless change, Positive change, Midlife crisis solutions, Thriving in midlife, Dr. Natalie's podcast, Women's midlife challenges, Transformative journey, Fun in self-improvement, Midlife adventure, Joy in change, Midlife well-being, Empowering women, Positivity and progress, Midlife podcast________________________________________________________________________________________________DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with LearnToLoveYourStory.com and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources): National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: ⁠https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ ⁠CALL 988Crisis Text Line: ⁠https://www.crisistextline.org/ ⁠Text HOME to 741741

In this special episode Candice Thompson (MMFT, LMFT) join Phil and Mark to unpack where faith and mental health meet - and why it is not an either/or but a both/and. Candice shares her background and perspective on parts of the intersection of faith and therapy that some may see as at odds with each other, and Phil sheds light on the history behind the church and mental health, as well as sharing a bit more of his mental health journey. For more resources around mental health, see our Sound Mind series. Connect with Us | Text Us: (650)600-0402

This summer on the podcast, we're exploring how trauma and shame interact and how understanding our responses can lead to deeper healing. Trauma often leaves us with deep shame that influences how we react, even when we don't realize it. You'll hear powerful stories of transformation and hope through Jesus. To kick off the series, I'm re-releasing my conversation with Claire Atenian, a licensed marriage and family specialist. Claire shares her expertise on Betrayal Trauma, and it's a conversation that left a lasting impact. I know it will encourage you too. To inquire about counseling, email Louise at Louise@louisesedgwick.com.

Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other. This podcast episode focuses on the critical concept of "timing" in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), specifically when and how therapists should "play it" during therapeutic sessions. Hosts Dr. James Hawkins and Dr. Ryan Reyna discuss the importance of recognizing and responding to vulnerable emotions and caregiving moments in couples therapy. Main Points: Key Ingredients of a Secure Bond Vulnerable, live emotion Accessible, responsive, and engaged (ARE) caregiving system Timing Considerations Earlier in therapy: Play moments quickly (less room for vulnerability) Later in therapy: More space to let emotions develop Clinical decision-making about when to intervene Critical Moments to "Play It" When vulnerable emotion emerges When a caregiving response is present Before the moment passes or the cycle interrupts vulnerability Risks of Not Playing the Moment Clients may exit the vulnerable space Emotional opportunities can be lost Cycle of interaction can revert to negative patterns Practical Advice Catch and recognize emotional moments Make clinical decisions about intervention Prioritize creating space for emotional connection The episode includes a role-play demonstration illustrating these principles, emphasizing the importance of therapist attunement and timely intervention. Upcoming events, if you would like to train with James or Ryan… You can do a joint Core Skills (Colorado) with Lisa J. Palmer-Olsen & Dr. James Hawkins. Core Skills Modules 1 and 2 will be held October 8-10, 2025, and Core Skills Modules 3 and 4 will be held January 7-9, 2026. You can register at https://courses.efft.org/courses/2025-core-skills-colorado. October 15-18, 2025, you can do an Externship with James in beautiful Bend, Oregon. You can register at https://www.counseloregon.com. You can train with Ryan, as well as George Faller, doing a live and some time with James, at the annual Arkansas EFT Center externship. July 29-August 1, 2025, in person, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. https://www.arkansaseft.com/events/externship We would like to invite everyone to come hang out and learn with the SV team at the first-ever SV Focus Lab. This is an advanced, EFCT training intending to push the edge with a focus on nuance in application, illuminating EFT and Sue's incredible model.” You can learn more and register by going to https://www.svfocuslab.com. Leading edge listeners who register before July 1 with the code svfocuslab.com/leadingedge get a 10% discount. To support our mission and help us continue producing impactful content, your financial contributions via Venmo (@leftpodcast) are greatly appreciated. They play a significant role in keeping this valuable resource available and are a testament to your commitment to our cause. We aim to equip therapists with practical tools and encouragement for addressing relational distress. We're also excited to be part of the team behind Success in Vulnerability (SV)—your premier online education platform. SV offers innovative instruction to enhance your therapeutic effectiveness through exclusive modules and in-depth clinical examples.  Stay connected with us: Facebook: Follow our page @pushtheleadingedge Ryan: Follow @ryanranaprofessionaltraining on Facebook and visit his website James: Follow @dochawklpc on Facebook and Instagram, or visit his website at dochawklpc.com George Faller: Visit georgefaller.com If you like the concepts discussed on this podcast you can explore our online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV). Thank you for being part of our community. Let's push the leading edge together!

Let's be honest: if overthinking were an Olympic sport, I would've medaled by age ten. And attempts to stop overthinking often never work or they unintentionally make it worse. You too? Then friend, you're in the right place. As a therapist and coach, I've worked with thousands of thoughtful, high-achieving, big-hearted humans who are amazing at thinking things through—but sometimes that superpower turns into a mental trap. The good news? You can absolutely re-train your brain to work for you instead of against you.  In this episode, we'll talk about what overthinking really is, how it's different from anxiety, and the science-backed skills you can start using today to stop overthinking so you can finally find peace, trust yourself, and move forward with clarity and confidence. Timestamps: 00:00 – Understanding Overthinking: The Basics 01:23 – When Caring Becomes Overthinking: Personality Traits That Fuel It 03:06 – Is It Anxiety or Just Overthinking? Here's How to Tell 06:11 – 3 Steps to Stop Overthinking and Rewire Your Brain 09:52 – Overthinking in Relationships: How to Stop the Spiral 14:53 – Mastering Emotional Intelligence to Calm Your Mind 16:43 – When to Get Help: Coaching, Therapy, and Real Solution If you're not totally sure why you're stuck in your head all the time, my free quiz What's Holding You Back? is the perfect next step. It'll help you uncover the mental and emotional patterns that might be fueling your overthinking—and give you personalized insight to start shifting out of it. Think of it like a flashlight for your inner world. And if you're ready for real change, you don't have to figure this out alone. At Growing Self, our team of expert therapists and coaches offers support that's actually effective. Whether you need therapy to tackle deeper anxiety or evidence-based coaching to build confidence and emotional intelligence, schedule a free consultation with us to get matched with someone who's a great fit for you. No pressure. Just help. Lastly, let's stay connected! I'm always sharing new tools, insights, and behind-the-scenes goodies on Instagram and YouTube. Follow me there for weekly insights and support on your growth journey. Xoxo Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby www.growingself.com P.S. Know someone whose brain just won't shhh lately? Be a good friend and share this episode with them. It might be exactly what they need today.