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Some people spend their whole lives affirming the fact that they shouldn't get any more than what they have. They are told to be quiet and be grateful that they have more than their parents, and to forget their own aspirations. They believe what is essentially a lie, a spell to keep you complacent. But it doesn't have to be this way! You can break the spell and get everything you've ever wanted. And to do that, I've invited an author who has broken the spell of unworthiness so many times and given herself the life she's always dreamed of. Christine Gutierrez, MA, LMHC, is a Latina licensed psychotherapist, self-worth expert, and thought leader. Gutierrez is also the author of the book I Am Diosa: A Journey to Healing Deep, Loving Yourself, and Coming Back Home to Soul and the affirmation deck Wisdom Del Alma. Christine has a Bachelor's degree from Fordham University in human behavior and development and a Master's degree from City College of New York in mental health counseling with a focus on prevention and community. Through her work, Christine offers group coaching, corporate wellness, transformational retreats such as her annual Diosa Retreat in Puerto Rico, and soul-based business mentorship in her annual Madre Diosa Legacy Council. In addition, Christine is the founder of the forthcoming app DIOSA, a global community where like-hearted women gather to meet soul sisters, gather in circle, and rise together. She has been featured on the Kelly Clarkson Show, Latina Magazine, Yahoo Health, Ebony, Cosmopolitan for Latinas, Oprah Magazine, Entertainment Online, Telemundo, and others. For more information, head to www.christineg.tv and follow her on Instagram, where she is most active: www.instagram.com/cosmicchristine In this week's episode, we are breaking the spell of unworthiness that has been holding you back. With help from her brand new book, I Am Worthy, Christine Gutierrez talks about why unworthiness is a lie that you can stop believing in. So many of us have been walking around believing lies that were created to keep us quiet and small, when in reality, we have always had big dreams. Listen to Christine's episode to learn how to break the unworthiness spell, reject the lie, and start embracing the spell of worthiness. You can have everything you've ever wanted, as long as you believe you are worthy of it. And the most amazing thing is - you already are. Follow Christine on: IG: @cosmicchristine Website: www.christineg.tv Purchase I Am Worthy: Break the Spell of Unworthiness, Reclaim Your Divinity, and Unearth Your True Power by Christine Gutierrez here! Resources Mentioned: EP. 185: The BFF Method: Manifest Anything by Rewiring Your Mind Follow Erika on: Instagram @theerikacruzTikTok @theerikacruzLinkedIn Website: http://www.theerikacruz.com How to work with Erika: Sign up for the free webinar “The Magnetic CEO Method” here! Join the waitlist for the Courage Driven Latina program here. Join the waitlist for the Magnetic Mastermind here. Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST, an Afro-Latina-owned boutique podcast production and copywriting studio.
Woke By Accident- Sambaza Podcast Collaboration Episode Details Guests: Sambaza (Host, Sambaza Podcast), Denise D. Moore, LMHC "Breaking the Silence- Suicide Prevention in Our Communities" You can contact Denise here: Website: gettherapy.org Instagram: grow_empower_transform_therapy Facebook: Grow, Empower, Transform Therapy, LLC Linkedin: Denise Moore, LMHC Twitter: GETLMHC Youtube: The Healing Session: Heal, Empower, Release TikTok: heal.empower.release Sambaza's Content https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sambaza/id1520678096 https://www.instagram.com/sambazapodcast/ Sambaza Affirmation I give myself permission to create boundaries with family. The African proverb Do not blame God for having created the tiger, but thank Him for not having given it wings. Podcast Information Website: www.wokebyaccident.net Streaming Platforms: Available on all your favorite streaming platforms Sponsors Poddecks: https://www.poddecks.com?sca_ref=1435240.q14fIixEGL Affiliates Buddys Pet Referral Link: 30% discount https://buddyspet.net/?ref=JENSBUDDY Opus Clips: https://www.opus.pro/?via=79b446 StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5989489347657728 Curtsy: Use code JEND87 for $10 off first order of $20 or more https://heycurtsy.com/BLN7Be4kUzb Whatnot: https://whatnot.com/invite/jendub Poshmark: https://posh.mk/bDYu5ZMwbTb (Receive $10 to shop using this code) Music Soul Searching · Causmic Last Night's Dream — Tryezz Funkadelic Euphony- Monz
Welcome solo and group practice owners! We are Liath Dalton and Evan Dumas, your co-hosts of Group Practice Tech. In our latest episode, we chat about what you should know when clients use AI for therapy. We discuss: the risks and benefits of clients using AI in a therapeutic manner how clinicians can approach conversations about AI practices with clients why clients are turning to AI for therapeutic purposes, and what clinicians can do to support them safely Listen here: https://personcenteredtech.com/group/podcast/ For more, visit our website. Resources APA article: Using generic AI chatbots for mental health support: A dangerous trend Article: Illinois' ban on AI therapy won't stop people from asking chatbots for help Article: Using Generative AI for therapy might feel like a lifeline – but there's danger in seeking certainty in a chatbot Article: AI chatbots are becoming popular alternatives to therapy. But they may worsen mental health crises, experts warn NPR story: He said, she said, it said: I used ChatGPT as a couple's counselor. How did we fare? Article: AI Therapist Goes Haywire, Urges User to Go on Killing Spree Psychiatric Times: Preliminary Report on Chatbot Iatrogenic Dangers Stanford University article: Exploring the Dangers of AI in Mental Health Care PCT Resources Free handout resource: Clinician Conversation Starters: Bringing Client AI Use Into the Therapy Room Practical prompts and responses to help clinicians talk with clients about AI use in ways that are safe, constructive, and clinically grounded. Free handout resource: Clinical Leadership Checklist: Guiding Teams in Addressing Client AI Use A step-by-step guide for clinical supervisors and directors to make client AI use considerations an intentional part of practice culture, including team awareness, policy updates, and supervision strategies. On-Demand CE course: Law & Ethics of the Clinical Use of Artificial Intelligence: Implications in Clinical Practice This 3 CE credit training with attorney and mental health counselor Eric Ström, JD, PhD, LMHC explores the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence in behavioral health. Learn how AI tools are being applied in clinical practice, what legal and ethical standards apply, and how to confidently evaluate whether and how to integrate new technologies. Participants gain practical strategies for aligning AI use with HIPAA, professional ethics codes, and client care standards—empowering you to implement AI tools responsibly and effectively in your practice. **Useful for all clinicians and practice leadership** Group Practice Care Premium weekly (live & recorded) direct support & consultation service, Group Practice Office Hours -- including monthly session with therapist attorney Eric Ström, JD PhD LMHC + assignable staff HIPAA Security Awareness: Bring Your Own Device training + access to Device Security Center with step-by-step device-specific tutorials & registration forms for securing and documenting all personally owned & practice-provided devices (for *all* team members at no per-person cost) + assignable staff HIPAA Security Awareness: Remote Workspaces training for all team members + access to Remote Workspace Center with step-by-step tutorials & registration forms for securing and documenting Remote Workspaces (for *all* team members at no per-person cost) + more
Today I'm joined by DFCN counselor, Bri, as we unpack a question all the way from Stephanie from Guatemala, who is struggling to keep physical boundaries in her relationship with her boyfriend. What do you do when you're struggling with sexual temptation, but you want to honor God in your relationship? I know Stephanie isn't alone in this question, because our episode on Physical Boundaries is one of our most downloaded episodes of all time! Tune into this important episode and we'll give you three things to keep in mind as you're trying to maintain these important boundaries in your relationship. Book a session with Bri Franklin, LMHC today! You can also watch the full episode on YouTube. Featured Podcast Episodes: Physical Boundaries: We're Saving Sex For Marriage How Far is Too Far? Physical Touch Before Marriage Talk To Me: The Debra Fileta Podcast Extras: The Debra Fileta Counselors Network: Book a counseling session at the Debra Fileta Counselors Network and get started on your healing journey from the inside out TODAY! DEBRA FILETA is a Licensed Professional Counselor, national speaker, and founder of the Debra Fileta Counselors Network. She is the bestselling author of eight books including Choosing Marriage, Are You Really OK?, RESET, and Soul Care. Debra is the host of the popular podcast and nationally syndicated radio show Talk To Me where she facilitates on-air authentic counseling-style sessions with notable pastors and leaders. You may also recognize her voice from her appearances on national television and radio, including Better Together, The Kirk Cameron Show, Focus on the Family, The 700 Club, and many others. She reaches millions of people each year with the message of mental, emotional, and relational health. Connect with her on Instagram or at DebraFileta.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nicole Laurent, MA, LMHC, is a licensed mental health counselor, nonprofit founder of Brain Fog Recovery Source, and clinical innovator in metabolic psychiatry. Nicole specializes in the targeted use of ketogenic metabolic therapy (KMT) to achieve remission in psychiatric disorders traditionally labeled treatment resistant. Through her clinical practice, peer reviewed articles, educational blog, continuing education programs for psychotherapy professionals, and nonprofit initiatives, Nicole challenges conventional psychiatric paradigms and increases access to evidence based ketogenic interventions for low income and government disabled populations globally. She reframes how mental health clinicians conceptualize and implement treatments, moving the field toward genuine remission and improved patient outcomes. Timestamps: 00:00 Trailer 00:31 Introduction 06:15 Nutrition's role in chronic disease 10:25 Effect of supportive guidance on health outcomes 14:00 Challenges of deprescribing medications 17:13 Transdiagnostic mental health intervention 20:14 Ketogenic diet in metabolic psychiatry 22:49 Dietary consultation 27:47 Psychotherapy and ethics 29:48 Metabolic psychiatry's growing influence 32:22 Nonprofit expands treatment access 38:27 Personal experience fuels advocacy 41:22 Inpatient support for mental illness 44:17 Where to find Nicole Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthketo/ X: https://x.com/KetoCounselor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nicolelaurentLMHC Other: https://mentalhealthketo.com/brain-fog-recovery-source-501c3/ Website: https://www.every.org/brain-fog-recovery-source/f/metabolic-psychiatric Join Revero now to regain your health: https://revero.com/YT Revero.com is an online medical clinic for treating chronic diseases with this root-cause approach of nutrition therapy. You can get access to medical providers, personalized nutrition therapy, biomarker tracking, lab testing, ongoing clinical care, and daily coaching. You will also learn everything you need with educational videos, hundreds of recipes, and articles to make this easy for you. Join the Revero team (medical providers, etc): https://revero.com/jobs #Revero #ReveroHealth #shawnbaker #Carnivorediet #MeatHeals #AnimalBased #ZeroCarb #DietCoach #FatAdapted #Carnivore #sugarfree Disclaimer: The content on this channel is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider.
Ryan Soave, LMHC, a renowned addiction treatment specialist with decades of clinical experience and his own recovery story, sits down to share the conversations that typically happen behind closed doors in treatment centers. As someone working on the front lines helping people with addictions and their families daily, Ryan brings both professional expertise and personal understanding to help families move from reactive crisis mode to intentional healing- for everyone involved. Highlights The 94.7% Reality - Understanding why most people with addiction don't perceive they need help, and how this statistic actually explains the resistance you're experiencing (it's not about you or your efforts) Motivational Interviewing for Families - How treatment professionals help people build internal motivation for change, and what families can learn about meeting their loved one where they are, not where they wish they were The Substance as Solution Perspective - Why viewing the addiction as your loved one's attempt at solving discomfort (rather than just destructive behavior) can transform your approach and reduce your frustration The Family System Impact - How addiction creates functioning patterns where everyone plays a role, and why understanding your part isn't about blame but about empowerment to create change When the "Patient" Gets Healthier Than the Family - Why families often struggle more when their loved one enters treatment, and how to prepare for and navigate this challenging but hopeful phase The Serenity Prayer in Practice - Concrete ways to identify what you can and cannot control, including how your reactions contribute to the family system's functioning Age and Responsibility Considerations - Different approaches for families dealing with a 14-year-old versus a 35-year-old, while maintaining consistent principles about boundaries and support The "Built-in Forgetter" Phenomenon - Understanding why your loved one returns to using even after experiencing severe consequences, and why this baffles everyone (including them) Treatment Fatigue Reality - Why people often stop participating in treatment when they start feeling better, and how families can support sustained engagement without becoming codependent Modern Challenges for Recovery - The unprecedented availability and potency of substances today, including the fentanyl crisis and how social media impacts both addiction and recovery Individual Goals Within Family Systems - How family members can identify personal goals that have nothing to do with their loved one's addiction, and why this benefits everyone The Spiritual Component of Healing - How recovery involves returning to an authentic self rather than finding something new, and what this means for family healing Meeting People Where They Are - Practical ways to support your loved one's actual goals rather than imposing your own, while still maintaining healthy boundaries Codependency as Addiction - Understanding how families can become "addicted" to their loved one's wellbeing, and healthy ways to redirect that energy toward personal growth The Lucky Ones Perspective - Why families dealing with addiction, despite the pain, often have opportunities for profound growth and connection that others may never experience This conversation offers something rare: honest, practical wisdom from someone who helps families navigate these waters every day. Ryan's shares that while addiction affects the whole family system, everyone has the capacity for healing and growth. You're situation isn't hopeless, even when it feels that way. Links and Resources from this Episode https://whyintervention.com/ https://twitter.com/whyintervention https://www.facebook.com/whyintervention/ https://www.instagram.com/whyintervention/ TIME SENSITIVE, FREE RESOURCE: The Connected Response™ Method: My gift to parents concerned about teen substance use - a prevention and early intervention framework providing the exact scripts needed to address concerns while preserving your relationship with your child. Access your special gift here: CLICK HERE FOR YOUR "CONNECTED RESPONSE™ METHOD" MINI-COURSE Connect with Ryan Soave https://ryansoave.com/about/ Call to Action Schedule a Call Free Resources Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Subscribe with RSS
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom.Most children will experience bullying at some point. What can parents do to help protect their children and to help their children cope if they are bullied? Host Dawn Davenport, Executive Director of Creating a Family, the national infertility & adoption education and support nonprofit, interviews Brooke Randolph, LMHC, a child and family therapist and author of The Bully Book: A Workbook for Kids Coping with Bullies; and Debora Gish, LCSW, with Adoption Connection with 20 experience working with kids and families.In this episode, we discuss:What is bullying?Distinction between bullying and typical childhood cliquish behavior or “mean girl” behavior or kidding around behavior of middle school boys.How to help kids not be over-sensitive to teasing or taunting. For example, a first grader having a hard time distinguishing between name-calling meant to bully and the kind of taunts that are part and parcel with schoolyard games like tag (e.g., he went to the teacher over “na na na na na na, you can't get me”).What children are at greater risk for bullying?Why do children bully?CyberbullyingBullying on the school bus.How effective are the classic things we tell kids about how to handle bullies?Effective tips for helping kids handle bullying.Support the showPlease leave us a rating or review. This podcast is produced by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are a national non-profit with the mission to strengthen and inspire adoptive, foster & kinship parents and the professionals who support them.Creating a Family brings you the following trauma-informed, expert-based content: Weekly podcasts Weekly articles/blog posts Resource pages on all aspects of family building
You may think that postpartum depression covers all aspects of perinatal mental health issues that new mothers face. The fact is that there are other kinds of mood changes, some that are talked about and some that are relatively unknown and uncommon. Today's show focuses on one specific problem that some mothers experience: it's called D-Mer, which stands for Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex. Heidi Koss, MA, LMHC, is a psychotherapist in private practice in Redmond, WA. She specializes in perinatal (pregnancy and postpartum) mood disorders, birth trauma, sexual abuse, and parent adjustment issues. Heidi has been the WA State Coordinator for Postpartum Support International www.postpartum.net, and has volunteered for over 20 years with Perinatal Support Washington www.perinatalsupport.org. She served as past board member for PATTCh – the Prevention and Treatment of Traumatic Childbirth, www.pattch.org. Heidi is active leading trainings for clinicians on appropriate assessment and treatment options for perinatal mood disorders and birth trauma. She leads monthly clinical consult groups mentoring mental health care providers to develop their competency and expertise in perinatal mental health issues. Heidi was a co-founder of the Northwest Association for Postpartum Support (NAPS, www.napsdoulas.com) a postpartum doula organization as well as the recipient of the Doulas of North America (DONA) Penny Simkin Doula Spirit and Mentorship Award. Prior to her psychotherapy career, Heidi was a Postpartum Doula and Certified Lactation Educator for 12 years. Show Highlights: Heidi's work as a mother and perinatal mental health therapist and lactation educator: ”Helping moms with mind, body, and breast” Why D-Mer is not often talked about and often misunderstood What D-Mer is: Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex. It occurs when milk onset/letdown happens and lasts a few seconds or minutes D-Mer is a strange emotional phenomenon with negative emotions of sadness, dread, despair, nervousness, anxiety, and irritability D-Mer can be severe, with fleeting suicidal thoughts and urges for self-harm The biochemical connection is with two hormones, dopamine and oxytocin, in which they “go rogue,” misfire, or become overactive No studies have shown who is more predisposed to experience D-Mer For some women, D-Mer symptoms ease as the baby ages, but some have no change until weaning D-Mer symptoms might be harder to treat and control in women who already have a diagnosed anxiety or depression disorder What D-Mer is NOT: nausea, postpartum depression, anxiety, breastfeeding aversion---”It's NOT the mom's fault.” The best treatment is to educate women about D-Mer How some women can “talk themselves through” D-Mer episodes Ideas for easing symptoms include rewiring the stress hormones, making positive associations with breastfeeding, and positive touch (massage) General good habits for life will ease D-Mer symptoms, like mindfulness, meditation, good sleep and self-care, reduced stress, and managing blood sugar fluctuations To target dopamine, nursing locations should be aesthetically pleasing to make a pleasant mental and physical experience for the mother Some women find D-Mer intolerable and decide to wean, while some can deal with the symptoms and continue to breastfeed Wellbutrin works for some women to ease the symptoms How to find support: Find a lactation consultant and pursue therapy with a perinatal mental health therapist Resources: www.d-mer.org www.heidikoss.com Email Heidi: heidi@heidikoss.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aja Evans, LMHC joins me in today's episode to talk about her upcoming book on money in therapy—how it shows up in the room, and why it matters for both therapists and clients. We dig into common financial struggles faced by therapists (especially women), gaps in financial education during grad school, and how social media can distort our sense of financial reality. Aja also shares her take on wealth, class, and power dynamics in the therapy world, plus what she hopes readers take away from the book. We wrap up with a personal chat about housing, future goals, and what's next for her. Visit ajaevanscounseling.com for Aja's book Feel Good Finance. Attention Abundance Community members: Aja is our Abundance Community trainer for August 2025. For details on the live training via Zoom, email the HelpDesk or check out the event listing in our private Abundance Community Facebook group. Sponsored by TherapyNotes®: Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free
For more information and support, visit https://www.thecirsgroup.com/membership/ In this episode of The CIRS Group podcast, hosts Jacie and Barbara discuss various adjunct therapies they find beneficial to use alongside the Shoemaker Protocol. They dig into anti-inflammatory diets, the importance of electrolytes, supplements, the benefits of sunshine and grounding, and detox techniques like saunas and hot baths. They also highlight the importance of working with trauma-informed therapists, doing limbic retraining, and maintaining positive connections with friends, family, pets, and/or supportive online communities. For more information and support, visit us at https://www.thecirsgroup.com TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction and Disclaimer 0:38 Adjusting diet to lower inflammation 5:58 Electrolytes 8:13 Checking vitamin levels and supplementing 10:27 Sunshine, fresh air, and grounding 13:05 Support your detoxing pathways 13:54 Therapy and recovering from trauma 20:24 Limbic Retraining, Gratitude journaling 22:38 The importance of connection 24:40 Community Resources HELPFUL LINKS: Redmond's Relyte: https://redmond.life/pages/re-lyte LMNT's recipe at home: https://science.drinklmnt.com/electrolytes/best-homemade-electrolyte-drink-for-dehydration CIRS knowledgeable therapists: Brenda Stewart, LMHC, NCC, CTH with Untamed Iona: https://www.untamediona.com/therapy Mindy Mastruserio at Healing Connection Counseling: https://healingconnectioncounseling.org/ Our episode on trauma and CIRS: https://youtu.be/i6QD0eQqELw?si=RmhC7Ocm3AhGmfaH Gratitude app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/morning-gratitude-journal/id1455594587 CIRS Communities: The CIRS Group! https://www.thecirsgroup.com/membership/ Jenny Johnson's group: https://simplifiedwellnessdesigns.com/cirs-healing-collective Christian Navarro-Torres' group: https://www.cirslab.com/ Meditation Community: https://thepracticeportal.circle.so/c/practice-portal-home/cirs-only-package Breathwork Community: https://mokshaembodied.com/ Order Jacie's book! The 30 Day Carnivore Bootcamp: https://a.co/d/7MgHrRs The CIRS Group: Support Community: https://thecirsgroup.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecirsgroup/ Find Jacie for carnivore, lifestyle and limbic resources: Jacie's book on the Carnivore diet! https://a.co/d/8ZKCqz0 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladycarnivory YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LadyCarnivory Blog: https://www.ladycarnivory.com/ Find Barbara for business/finance tips and coaching: Website: https://www.actlikebarbara.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actlikebarbara/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@actlikebarbara Jacie is a Shoemaker certified Proficiency Partner, NASM certified nutrition coach, author, and carnivore recipe developer determined to share the life changing information of carnivore and CIRS to anyone who will listen. Barbara is a business and fitness coach, CIRS and ADHD advocate, writer, speaker, and a big fan of health and freedom. Together, they co-founded The CIRS Group, an online support community to help people that are struggling with their CIRS diagnosis and treatment.
Beyond The Claim Podcast #020 - Featuring Kelly Crowe In this episode of Beyond The Claim, Vince Perri sits down with Kelly Crowe, LMHC, founder of Pathways of Florida and a licensed mental health counselor with over 20 years of experience helping people move through trauma, burnout, and emotional exhaustion. Kelly shares how entrepreneurs, leaders, and parents can name their inner critic, identify limiting beliefs, and reclaim mental clarity using powerful, science-backed mental health tools. Vince opens up about his own rock-bottom moment and how therapy helped him bounce back stronger. This conversation is a masterclass in emotional regulation, subconscious rewiring, and building resilience without sacrificing your sanity or your business. What You'll Learn: - Why naming your inner critic creates emotional distance - How subconscious beliefs sabotage business and relationships - Visualization techniques to rewire your brain - Why burnout recovery starts in the body, not the mind - The truth about entrepreneur anxiety, stress, and self-worth - How ketamine-assisted therapy is transforming trauma healing Guest Info: Kelly Crowe, LMHC Founder of Pathways of Florida Email: kcrowe@pathwaysofflorida.com Website: www.pathwaysofflorida.com #BeyondTheClaim #MentalHealth #Entrepreneurship #BurnoutRecovery #VincePerri #KellyCrowe #PublicAdjusters #TherapyForLeaders #InnerCritic #emotionalhealth
In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Mary-Frances Moore, LMHC, CCTP-II about the psychological impacts of bariatric surgery. Mary-Frances starts the discussion by sharing what got her interested in the psychological impacts of bariatric surgery, what bariatric surgery is, and who is a good candidate for bariatric surgery . She discusses the purpose of a psychological evaluation before bariatric surgery and what such an evaluation entails. Mary-Frances describes ways individuals can psychologically prepare for bariatric surgery, as well as the psychological impacts of bariatric surgery. We discuss psychological pieces individuals miss or do not consider when it comes to preparing for bariatric surgery, as well as post-operatively, in addition to gaps when it comes to support available for those preparing for or who have gone through bariatric surgery. Further, Mary-Frances shares mental health supports individuals should consider before, during, and after bariatric surgery. Connect with Mary-Frances:IG: @the.btrcWebsite: https://thebtrc.comConnect 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
Disclaimer: This episode includes discussion of sensitive topics, including abuse, sexual abuse, and childhood sexual abuse. Although there are no explicit descriptions of child sexual abuse during the episode, please take care of yourself as you listen. If this content feels overwhelming or triggering, we encourage you to pause or take a break. Your safety and well-being matter more than anything we share here.In this potent and deeply personal episode, Cara and Rythea sit down with Abigail Gunn, MsEd, LMHC, LPC, licensed therapist and founder of People Make Sense. Abigail is changing the way we talk about childhood trauma, dissociation, and recovery—with compassion, sharp clarity, and a commitment to truth.This conversation explores how parenting can become a powerful catalyst for facing your trauma. Abigail shares how having children of her own helped surface repressed memories, and how her time in Al-Anon played a key role in awakening her from long-standing dissociation.Rythea also shares her experience of retrieving her own repressed memories through dreams, writing, and reenactment in therapy. Together, Cara, Rythea, and Abby explore what happens when a child is forced to choose between their own humanity and the perceived humanity of the adults around them. They discuss how trauma shapes the developing brain, and how dissociation becomes a survival strategy that can last long into adulthood.Key Topics:Childhood trauma as a profound and formative experienceThe myth of “false memory syndrome” and its negative impact on survivorsTrauma as neurodiversity—and what it teaches us about the brainHow trauma interrupts development and distorts the crucial stage of reality testingThe weaponization of attachment, care, pleasure, and love performed by perpetratorsParenting as a trigger and pathway to memory retrievalReclaiming self-worth by placing responsibility on abusersThe body's role in healing and bringing forth memoriesAbigail shares how recovering memories of her own childhood sexual abuse led her to challenge dominant narratives in psychology, including the myth of “False Memory Syndrome.” She brings a fierce softness to the conversation—grounded in lived experience—and reminds us that trauma is not a disorder, but a normal response to harm.Get to know Abigail Gunn and People Make Sense https://peoplemakesense.comFollow Abigail Gunn on Instagram & TikTok @people.make.senseSupport YKDS https://buymeacoffee.com/yourkidsdontsuckSupport the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/yourkidsdontsuckWe (Rythea and Cara) are white, cis-gender, straight, middle-class women living with financial and societal privilege. Our perspectives are limited and do not reflect the realities of all our listeners. We're committed to featuring guests who differ in gender, race, class, ability, sexuality, and lived experience in order to broaden this conversation and reflect more voices. 25% of proceeds from this podcast go to creators of color who have shaped our growth and healing.Rate & Review: Moved by this episode? Leave a review and help us reach more parents and survivors walking this path. Healing is possible—and no, your kids don't suck.
Meditation is a practice that intimidates many people. Silence, coupled with the act of observing rather than acting, often evokes emotions such as despair and loneliness. But what if we applied the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM©) to the experience of meditative silence? On this episode of Transforming Trauma, host Emily Ruth is in conversation with Alli Malnik, a NARM-trained mental health counselor who frequently assists with large meditation events held worldwide. The pair discuss Alli's professional journey and the role that NARM played in her personal healing. Alli also shares observations from her event work on efforting and discomfort and explains how she incorporates NARM themes of connection, curiosity, and trust to extend the meditative benefits beyond these organized gatherings. About Alli Malnik: Alli Malnik, MS, LMHC, is a NARM-trained therapist licensed in Florida and Colorado. Her current specialties focus on complex trauma, relational aspects, attachment difficulties, anxiety, and depression. She's also trained in EMDR and assists her clients by creating a safe space to explore effective ways to relate to others. Originally from Miami Beach, Alli attended Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, where she received a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. She later earned a master's in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University in 2016, after working as a fourth-grade teacher. In her free time, Alli enjoys the beach, hiking, football, meditation, her dogs, and spending time with her three children. Learn More: AM Counseling Instagram To read the full show notes and discover more resources, visit https://complextraumatrainingcenter.com/transformingtrauma SPACE: SPACE is an Inner Development Program of Support and Self-Discovery for Therapists on the Personal, Interpersonal, and Transpersonal Levels offered by the Complex Trauma Training Center. This experiential learning program offers an immersive group experience designed to cultivate space for self-care, community support, and deepening vitality in our professional role as therapists. Learn more about how to join. *** The Complex Trauma Training Center: https://complextraumatrainingcenter.com View upcoming trainings: https://complextraumatrainingcenter.com/schedule/ The Complex Trauma Training Center (CTTC) is a professional organization providing clinical training, education, consultation, and mentorship for psychotherapists and mental health professionals working with individuals and communities impacted by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Complex Trauma (C-PTSD). CTTC provides NARM® Therapist and NARM® Master Therapist Training programs, as well as ongoing monthly groups in support of those learning NARM. CTTC offers a depth-oriented professional community for those seeking a supportive network of therapists focused on three levels of shared human experience: personal, interpersonal & transpersonal. The Transforming Trauma podcast embodies the spirit of CTTC – best described by its three keywords: depth, connection, and heart - and offers guidance to those interested in effective, transformational trauma-informed care. We want to connect with you! Facebook @complextraumatrainingcenter Instagram @complextraumatrainingcenter LinkedIn YouTube
In this raw and revelatory episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik is joined by Bianca Thomas—licensed mental health counselor, co-founder of Evolve Ventures, and a leading voice in trauma recovery and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Bianca unpacks the silent epidemic of "performative confidence" and walks us through how trauma shapes beliefs like “I'm not good enough.” She shares how CBT can help untangle those deep-rooted narratives and provides actionable tools for self-awareness, emotional safety, and self-empowerment. This is a must-listen if you've ever struggled with self-doubt, perfectionism, or silently questioned your worth. About the Guest:Bianca Thomas, LMHC is the co-founder of Evolve Ventures and the Director of Therapy for Evolve Venture Technologies. With deep expertise in CBT and trauma-informed care, she has helped hundreds of clients and thousands of listeners dismantle limiting beliefs and step into real, grounded confidence. Her podcast, Evolve Ventures, is a hub for healing, emotional intelligence, and growth-centered conversations. Key Takeaways: Many high-functioning people silently battle the belief, “I'm not good enough.” Confidence isn't performance—it's embodiment, cultivated through daily inner work. CBT isn't about “thinking positive” but reframing core beliefs rooted in trauma. Exposure therapy and intentional reflection are key tools in healing. Healing is not about fixing yourself but finding yourself—with compassion. Connect with Bianca Thomas:Website: www.evolveventurestech.comInstagram: @evolvewithbiancaFacebook, TikTok, and more via her site and social links Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM – Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us!• YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife• Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod• Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod• Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind• LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #MentalHealthAwareness #CBTTherapy #TraumaHealing #ConfidenceBuilding #MindfulnessMatters #EvolveWithBianca #SelfDiscovery #GrowthMindset
Elyan Rosenbaum, LMHC, NCC, founder of Rosenbaum Therapy, discusses how Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy helps uncover the relevance of past trauma on dating and relationships. She offers valuable opportunities for personal growth and healing.Hosted by Anna Krausz.
Davina talks to Michele Forinash DA, MT-BC, LMHC about her experiences working with AIDS patients in hospice in the 1980s, topics around white supremacy and colonialism in music therapy, Michele's experiences as a queer music therapist, and the decolonisation of research and practice. This is a rich and inspiring interview with a music therapist with deep insights from a long and varied career to date. Michele is Professor & Director of the PhD program in the Expressive Therapies Department at Lesley University, Cambridge, MA. Michele, a white, cis, Queer woman, has been involved in music therapy since 1981. Michele's research and publications have focused on supervision, doctoral education, LGBTQIA+ topics, arts-based research, and music therapy history. Michele is a former President of the American Music Therapy Association and former Chair of the National Coalition of Creative Arts Therapy.
In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Dr. Jessica Lamar about betrayal trauma. Dr. Lamar defines for listeners what betrayal trauma is and how she came to specialize in working with betrayal trauma. Dr. Lamara discusses the symptoms one may experience with betrayal trauma, as well as impacts of betrayal trauma, both on the individual experiencing it and their relationship with the person who betrayed them. Further, we discuss sexual bereavement and disenfranchised grief in the context of betrayal trauma. We end the episode by discussing some ways individuals can cope with betrayal trauma, as well as therapeutic interventions that are helpful. Connect with Dr. Jessica:IG: @the.btrcWebsite: https://thebtrc.comConnect 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
Today on One Life Radio, Bernadette is joined by Andrew Colsky, “The Sleep Science Guy,” They covered some of the latest trends in getting a good night's rest.Andrew Colsky, JD, LPC, LMHC, (Juris Doctor, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor) is a nationally recognized behavioral sleep expert with over 15 years of clinical experience.He specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and nightmares (CBT-N), holds a mini-fellowship in sleep science from The University od Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medcine, and is the founder of the National Sleep Center.As the creator and host of “Sleep Science Today,” Andrew merges education, advocacy, and media to bring the science of sleep to the public in an accessible, engaging way.Andrew is trusted by healthcare leaders and loved by everyday listeners for his ability to cut through the noise and deliver actionable advice - backed by real science.Learn more about Andrew at sleepscienceguy.comInstagram: @sleepscienceguy & @sleepsciencetoday
Confidence, Mindset, Beliefs with Bianca Thomas LMHC | CBT TherapistBianca Thomas is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, the Co-Founder of the Evolve Ventures podcast and business, and the Director of Therapy for Evolve Ventures Technologies, LLC. Bianca is on a mission to help people heal from trauma, build real confidence, and transform their lives using evidence-based tools. She's worked with hundreds of clients one-on-one, reached thousands globally through her podcast, and led seminars focused on mental and emotional growth. Once someone who only looked confident on the outside, but lacked it internally, Bianca has done the deep work to embody true confidence from within — and she's here to share how you can do the same.Link:https://evolveventurestech.com/evolve-ventures-coaching/therapy-2/Support PEG by checking out our Sponsors:Download and use Newsly for free now from www.newsly.me or from the link in the description, and use promo code “GHOST” and receive a 1-month free premium subscription.The best tool for getting podcast guests:https://podmatch.com/signup/phantomelectricghostSubscribe to our Instagram for exclusive content:https://www.instagram.com/expansive_sound_experiments/Subscribe to our YouTube https://youtube.com/@phantomelectricghost?si=rEyT56WQvDsAoRprRSShttps://anchor.fm/s/3b31908/podcast/rssSubstackhttps://substack.com/@phantomelectricghost?utm_source=edit-profile-page
306 | [Healing Series] Money and Worth with Marta Isabella Sierra Cifuentes, LMHC For our last episode before our summer break, we're talking about adoptees and money! Marta Isabella Sierra Cifuentes, LMHC is back and teaching us all about money, worthiness, the obvious commodification of children, the basics. Marta said it best in this episode, ”if you're adopted, it's not even about the money. It's about belonging, respect, feeling seen, feeling acknowledged, mattering to the other people and equality.” Full Show Notes and Transcript Here Join our adoptee community on Patreon here Check out our upcoming live events here! This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing stated on it, either by its hosts or any guests, is to be construed as psychological, medical or legal advice. Please seek out professionals in those fields if you need those services. The views expressed by the hosts of Adoptees On or any guests are their own and do not represent the opinions of any organization or other person unless otherwise stated.
In today's episode Carol interviews gifted psychotherapist and energy healer, Michelle Poverman. We discuss the power of boundaries as the secret weapon or gateway to reaching your health goals, your well-being, and becoming your true, best self.We cover:People PleasingBoundaries within yourselfBoundaries with othersHow to Communicate your boundaries effectivelyand more! Tune in today for this special episode.Connect with Carol Perlman:Website: http://www.carolperlman.com/ | http://healthy4lifebycarolperlman.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carol.w.perlmanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carol-perlman-8a735513/Email: carol@healthy4lifebycarolperlman.comMichelle on IG: @michellepoverman50 minute Workflow/Habit Audit with Dr. Perlmanhttps://www.sendowl.com/s/wellness/50-minute-habit-audit-by-carol-perlman-phd90-Day Course: https://itsabouttimemanagement.com/metime/45-Day Course: https://itsabouttimemanagement.com/tm/Master Your Email Mini-Course:https://sowl.co/s/boRa8P
On this week's episode we were joined by Daniel Rinaldi of Bedlight for Blue Eyes a band you may remember from the early 2000s emo scene. We had so much fun chatting with him about Bedlight and their experience on Trust Kill Records, stand out moments on tour, what made him decide to become a therapist and so much more! We had such a wonderful time chatting with him and we hope you enjoy the conversation we had as much as we did!
Ever feel cut off from your emotions? Discover how understanding your internal parts can lead to deeper, more fulfilling relationships with attachment trauma expert, Serena Yeager.03:00 Understanding Attachment Trauma and Parts Work in Therapy09:41 The Role of Protectors and Exiles17:09 Attachment Cry and Helping Partners Understand Attachment Trauma20:48 Window of Tolerance in Relationships24:49 Navigating Attachment Wounds and The Importance of Boundaries in Relationships30:10 Challenges in Polyamorous Relationships33:44 Self-Help Practices for Internal Parts Exploration41:47 Recommended Resources for Attachment and Parts WorkSerena Yeager is a trauma-informed psychotherapist and relationship educator specializing in helping LGBTQ+, kink, and non-monogamous communities heal attachment wounds and create fulfilling relationships. Using parts work and the mind-body connection, she empowers individuals, couples, and multi-partner relationships to overcome reactive patterns and deepen authentic connections.Connect with Serena YeagerPractice website - Expansive Counseling - serenayeager.com Education and courses - Expansive Education - expansiveeducation.podia.com Connect with Paige BondInstagram: @paigebondcoachingFacebook: @paigebondcoachingTikTok: @paigebondcoachingWebsite: https://paigebond.comPaige Bond specializes in helping individuals, couples, and intentionally non-monogamous partnerships feel grounded, confident, and connected in their love life. She is also the founder of Sweet Love Counseling providing therapy in CO, FL, SC, and VT. Paige loves educating people about relationships through being the host of the Stubborn Love podcast, hosting workshops, and speaking at conferences.Free Jealousy Workbook: http://www.paigebond.com/calm-the-chaos-jealousy-workbook-download Free People Pleasing Workbook: https://www.paigebond.com/people-pleasing-workbook Attachment Dynamics Workshop:https://www.paigebond.com/attachment-dynamics-workshop-sign-upDisclaimer: This podcast and communication through our email are not meant to serve as professional advice or therapy. If you are in need of mental health support, you are encouraged to connect with a licensed mental health professional to receive the support needed.Mental Health Resources: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255SAMHSA's National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, 24/7 crisis counseling.Intro music by Coma-Media on pixabay.com
Learn about the transformative power of Hold Me Tight Workshops based on Sue Johnson's work and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) from licensed counselor and couples therapist, Mark Beck. Mark dives into attachment science in nurturing healthy relationships and addressing conflict. 04:12 The Power of Couples Workshops07:48 Understanding Attachment Science and EFT11:07 The Impact of Safe Connections in Relationships and Navigating Relationship Conflicts14:14 The Hold Me Tight Workshops: A Deeper Dive17:21 Experiential Learning in Couples Workshops24:09 Therapy vs. Workshops31:14 Transformative Conversations37:40 Boosting Therapy with WorkshopsMark Beck has been a licensed counselor since 2001 and is also an ordained Protestant minister. Mark's private practice is based in Inverness, FL and his passion lies in working with couples. He also co-facilitate couples weekend workshops four times a year in Orlando with his colleague and fellow counselor, Vicki Kennedy.Connect with Mark Beckwww.PairsCare.comHMT workshops: www.couplesworkshopsofflorida.com Connect with Paige BondInstagram: @paigebondcoachingFacebook: @paigebondcoachingTikTok: @paigebondcoachingWebsite: https://paigebond.comPaige Bond is an open relationship coach who specializes in helping individuals, couples, and intentionally non-monogamous relationships with feeling insecure in their relationships. She is also the founder of Sweet Love Counseling providing therapy in CO, FL, SC, and VT. Paige loves educating people about relationships through being the host of the Stubborn Love podcast, hosting workshops, and speaking at conferences.Free Jealousy Workbook: http://www.paigebond.com/calm-the-chaos-jealousy-workbook-download Free People Pleasing Workbook: https://www.paigebond.com/people-pleasing-workbook Attachment Dynamics Workshop:https://www.paigebond.com/attachment-dynamics-workshop-sign-upDisclaimer: This podcast and communication through our email are not meant to serve as professional advice or therapy. If you are in need of mental health support, you are encouraged to connect with a licensed mental health professional to receive the support needed.Mental Health Resources: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255SAMHSA's National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, 24/7 crisis counseling.Intro music by Coma-Media on pixabay.com
On this episode of the Victim Service Podcast, we explore the importance of trauma-informed care and its role in a survivor's healing journey. In the first segment, Tamara Nelson, LMHC and Certified Trauma-Informed Yoga Therapist will be discussing trauma-informed care – an understanding in the way that trauma affects the way a person thinks, feels and behaves. Trauma-informed care means creating a world that can foster growth, resiliency, and healing. It is also anticipating how trauma survivors may respond to our words and actions and doing our part to create a world that does not cause further harm. In the second segment, VSC Victim Advocate and Crisis Counselor Tish Olasande will be sharing what a trauma-informed crisis response looks like. At the Victim Service Center, Advocacy and Crisis Counselors are the first person that a victim meets with. There are several sessions the victim goes through – starting with an intake and other sessions include forming a crisis plan, creating personal goals and helping victims navigating the judicial system. Victim Advocates and Crisis Counselors help lay the foundation for the healing journey. Let's hold space, listen, learn and heal together. Below are hotlines we recommend:VSC Helpline:(407) 500-4325National SexualAssault Helpline (RAINN): 1-800-656-4673Florida AbuseHotline: 1-800-962-2873 OR visit myflfamilies.com to report onlineVictim Service Center of Central Florida, Inc.2111 East Michigan Street, Suite 210Orlando, Florida 32806Marketing@VictimServiceCenter.orgFacebookYouTubeInstagramLinkedInTikTok
Conversations of the Heart w/ T. Till Real Dialogue With Real People
In this deeply resonant conversation, Dr. Lori M. Nixon- Bethea, PhD, LPC, LMHC, NCC, ACSand I explore what it means to live through—and ultimately transcend—the slow burn of chronic disappointment. We begin by sharing the gulf between the lives we built and the dreams we once held, acknowledging the grief that comes from unmet expectations. Dr. Lori recounts her own journey from frustration and self‑reproach to a place of steadfast peace, grounded in the profound realization that life is co‑authored by God, not solely directed by our own hands.As she reflects on seasons when God felt silent, Dr. Lori offers compassionate wisdom: struggle can be a divine instructor, teaching us patience and attuning us to God's perfect timing rather than our hurried agendas. Together, we shed light on a common but overlooked phenomenon—high‑functioning grief. So many of us soldier on, outwardly composed yet inwardly fractured, deploying church‑speak and religious ritual as shields against our own pain.We unpack the phrase “I don't claim that,” often brandished as spiritual armor to deny reality—whether in physical health, mental well‑being, or relational struggle—and examine the hidden cost of such avoidance. Truthfulness, we agree, is the catalyst that begins genuine transformation. By naming our wounds instead of whitewashing them, we break the cycle of compounding trauma that festers when left unaddressed.Recognizing a gap in support systems, we advocate for expanded mental‑health resources and financial‑literacy programs within the church—initiatives that would not only fortify congregants but also protect pastors from burnout. Our dialogue then turns to gendered experiences of therapy: the unique obstacles men face when their struggles are minimized or dismissed, and the critical need for individual counseling before embarking on couples work. We consider how men and women can better bridge their differing emotional landscapes through open communication and mutual understanding.Ultimately, this episode is an invitation—to be honest about where we are, to lean into the hard truths, and to trust that, in our vulnerability, we begin the work of healing and renewal.About Dr. Lori M. Nixon‑BetheaDr. Lori M. Nixon‑Bethea, PhD, LPC, LMHC, NCC, ACSFounder and Owner, Intentional Hearts Counseling Services, LLC (Monmouth County, NJ)With over seventeen years of professional experience, Dr. Nixon‑Bethea provides individual and group counseling to adults, couples, families, and at‑risk youth in both New Jersey and Florida. Her expertise spans work with the chronically mentally ill, foster‑care youth, and individuals in crisis.Education:- BA in Psychology, Monmouth University- MA in Psychological Counseling & Post‑Master's Certificate in Professional Counseling, Monmouth University- PhD in Counseling (Marital & Family Counseling specialization), Barry UniversityClinical Credentials:Licensed Professional Counselor (NJ)Licensed Mental Health Counselor (NY)Nationally Board‑Certified Counselor & Approved Clinical Supervisor, Center for Credentialing and EducationAcademic Role: Assistant Professor of Psychology and Counseling (tenure track), Georgian Court UniversityResearch Interests: Marital and relationship success, mental‑health advocacy for dancers, and issues impacting Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.Publications & Media:Author of Riley's Worry Away (2019), a children's book addressing childhood anxietyQuoted in Cosmopolitan, Verywell Health, and ShapeFun Facts: Former Miss New Jersey USA delegate, graduate of the Olphelia DeVore School of Charm, and lifelong dancer. Dr. Nixon‑Bethea resides in Monmouth County with her husband and their dog.Keep up with Dr. Lori:https://drlorinixon.com/linktr.ee/Dr.LoriGrab a copy of Dr. Lori's children's book:Riley's Worry Away: A children's book about worrying
A Couple of Multiples: The Reality of Living with Dissociative Identity Disorder
Drew & Garden System have a candid conversation with Amy Wagner, LMFT/LMHC! Amy Wagner is an EMDRIA approved consultant and they all discuss the many dos and don'ts of using EMDR when clients live with dissociative identity disorder. They discuss the eight phases, resourcing skills, and what to do when clients dissociate or switch during session. You won't want to miss this amazing discussion!Thank to our sponsors for this episode:Alix Amar with Dissociative Creative ExplorationsHealing Selves TherapeuticsAmy Wagner, is a Holistic Trauma Transformation therapist who helps people reclaim the intuitive and connected relationships in the most important parts of their lives. She is an EMDRIA Approved Consultant and Advanced EMDR Topics Trainer. She owns a boutique group trauma therapy practice in Orlando, specializing in working with clients who experience complex and developmental trauma. Amy loves to use EMDR and Expressive Arts to help clients on their healing journey.Amy lives a multi-faceted life, both internally and externally. After dropping out of college to begin a dance studio at age 19, Amy helped dancers get to their big stage for 15 years. When life pivoted, she began a real estate career as she raised her two children. A spiritual calling and her own inner healing led her back to college and then grad school to become a relationship and trauma therapist as her children went off to college. As a therapist, Amy has been transformative in helping other therapists learn to reduce stigma and embrace the healing journey of trauma transformation for their clients. Her course, Soul of Dissociation, sold out during the first two offerings. Amy is on a mission to help healers embrace collective healing by reducing the stigma of “othering”. Amy is passionate about the interplay of intergenerational trauma, peak performance and athlete mental health which she discusses in the book in progress, “Cart Path Only”.When not working, Amy travels the world with her professional golfer daughter, visits her son and daughter-in-love in VA, and spends abundant time with her family. She lives in Windermere, FL with her husband and sweet golden retriever.Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @acoupleofmultiples, @note_to_selves, @seidi_gardensystem Follow us on TikTok: @seidi_gardensystem, @note_to_selves Follow us on Facebook: A Couple of Multiples - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556823127239 Visit our website: acoupleofmultiples.com to sign up for our mailing list, join our private, on-line community Hearts Multiplied, register for peer coaching, consultations, and workshops!
This week we hung out with Daniel Rinaldi to talk about Bedlight For Blue Eyes, Mental Health, and MAJOR NostalgiaYou NEED to listen to this one! You will love it!JOIN OUR COMMUNITYhttps://www.patreon.com/unsignedpoppunkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/unsignedpop...TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unsignedpoppunkDiscord: https://discord.gg/gVtQ3Ngy3zWebsite: https://www.unsignedpoppunk.comTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/unsignedpoppunkTwitter: https://twitter.com/unsignedpoppunkYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/unsignedpoppunkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/unsignedpoppunk__________LISTEN AND WATCH Daniel Rinaldi:https://danielrinaldilmhc.com/__________NEED SOME NEW MERCH?Stop by the Unsigned Pop Punk Merch Store and pick up a new shirt, hat, hoodie, or one of our awesome compilations. All proceeds go back into helping us continue to do this full time!__________Big thank you to GFUEL!Go to www.GFuel.com and pick of some amazing drinks! Use our code at check out to save 20% your order! That's a good freakin deal!Use code: UNSIGNEDPOPPUNKThank you so much to Chattanooga Beard Co. for sponsoring todays episode! Use our code "UNSIGNEDPOPPUNK" at checkout to save 15% off of your order!www.chattanoogabeard.co @chattanoogabeardco.9873 Thank you to Open Your Ears Records for partnering with us! This week you need to be checking out Wild Truth and their latest Single "See Myself"www.openyourearsrecords.comhttps://linktr.ee/wildtruth
In this tender episode, Luis Javier Madrigal, LMHC, invites us to explore what it means to stay soft in a world that constantly pushes us to harden. Through personal stories, reflective questions, and practical tools, you'll learn how vulnerability isn't weakness — it's a quiet, powerful revolution. Whether you're learning to set kind boundaries or just want permission to feel deeply, this space is for you.
Send us a textThyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DOShow Notes Episode 40; Recorded: 5-16-2025Guest: Dr. Trevor Cates, NaturopathHost: Dr. Angela Mazza, DOCo-host: Dawn Sheffield I'm Dr. Angela Mazza, D.O., a thyroid, endocrine, and metabolism specialist with a private practice in Central Florida. My goal for this podcast is to define and demystify the thyroid gland, and thyroid-related medical conditions. By providing information in an easy-to-understand format, we hope to help patients better understand the ways in which their bodies work, and to help them thrive. Here's some of what we covered today, not necessarily in this order:· Tips for dry and itchy skin;· The trouble with troubled skin;· Autoimmune thyroid conditions and the skin;· Skin--our biggest organ--reflects our inner health;· Gut and skin microbiomes--separate yet connected;· “Skinflammation”; nutrition and skin; sensitive skin;· Harsh ingredients; the impact of hormone imbalances on skin,· And best of all we learned that we CAN impact our thyroid health!My book, Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health, is available on Amazon. For information on the related Webinar and online master course, see thrivethyroid.com. Or forward your name and email to thyroidtalk.mazza@gmail.com or to our website: metaboliccenterforwellness.com The webinar coordinates with the online master class. The master class has modules that cover topics like diagnosis of thyroid issues, personalized treatment, gut healing, and much more--plus some bonuses. Visit the Wellness Store at metaboliccenterforwellness.com regarding supplements mentioned in various episodes of this podcast. Send your comments, show ideas, and questions to thyroidtalk.mazza@gmail.com We may disclose your general location on air (the city or town, for example), but we will NOT read your name NOR your address on the show. We reserve the right to edit your input as necessary. Please stay in touch; send us your questions! See the website at metaboliccenterforwellness.com; our YouTube channel (Dr. Angela Mazza), Facebook, and Instagram. We're excited to announce that in our next episode, number 41, we'll interview Jennifer Sierra, LMHC, therapist and owner of Holistic Mental Health Counseling in Orlando, FL. Citations, references, additional information: Dr. Cates' books: Clean Skin from Within and Natural Beauty Reset – both available on AmazonDr. Cates' websites: DrTrevorCates.com and TheSpaDr.comMazza, A. Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Optimal Thyroid Health. Available now on Amazon.Ask your healthcare provider about specific questions regarding your wellness. This podcast is meant for educational purposes only.Copyright 2025 Dr. Angela Mazza DO. Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza, DO. All rights reserved. Check out our YouTube channel - Dr. Angela Mazza, our website at Metabolic Center for Wellness, our FaceBook and our Instagram page.
Episode first aired July 19, 2023.In this empowering episode of "Midlife Crisis to a Centered Life Thriving," our host, Dr. Natalie, sits down with the brilliant Brittany Bennett, LMHC, to delve into the empowering nature of self-care and how putting the "self" in selfless can lead to a thriving life.Join the conversation as Brittany shares her insights from her groundbreaking book, "Self-ish is the New Selfless," which challenges traditional notions of sacrifice and celebrates the power of nurturing oneself first. Brittany illuminates the journey of personal growth and how women can discover their true potential by embracing self-love.Dr. Natalie and Brittany explore the pressures women often face to put others' needs before their own, especially during life's chaotic midlife moments. Through engaging anecdotes and relatable stories, they reveal how incorporating self-care and self-compassion can be transformative in navigating life's challenges and embracing personal growth.Tune in to this candid interview that will leave you inspired and ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Get ready to shift your perspective from selfless to "self-ish" and embrace a life where thriving begins with taking care of yourself first!HOW TO FIND Brittany Bennett, LMHC and HER WORK - @hannahbrittany on InstagramWEB: www.botwservices.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahbrittany/Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-h-bennett-55a84b52/_____________________________________________________________How to JOIN US at LearnToLoveYourStory.comDisclaimer: The content in this 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/ 1-800-273-8255Crisis Text Line: https://www.crisistextline.org/Text HOME to 741741
Have you or somebody you care about ever been in a toxic relationship? If so, it's possible that it was a trauma bond. Knowledge is power, and understanding and recognizing the signs of this type of relationship can be life-changing. In this show, host Gretta interviews Jordanne Sculler, LMHC, about trauma bonds and ghosting. Jordanne is a licensed therapist and mental health expert in New York City, and is dedicated to helping individuals and couples unlock their potential for growth, self-awareness, and authentic connection. Tune in to Discover:• The Trauma Bond Stages: love bombing, trust and dependency, criticism, gaslighting, emotional addiction, loss of self, and resignation• Why ghosting happens in trauma bonds and toxic relationships• How to break out of a trauma bond and heal To anyone out there who is healing after being in a trauma bond: You can get better. Please take it one day at a time. Connect With GrettaFree & Private Facebook Support Group | Instagram | YouTube | copingwithghosting.comHost Gretta Perlmutter, MA, a Certified Post Betrayal Transformation® Coach, delivers evidence-based strategies for turning personal betrayal into a powerful catalyst for growth and healing.Connect With Jordanne Website | InstagramMusic: "Ghosted" by Gustavo RamosDisclaimer: This information is designed to mentor and guide you to cope with Ghosting by cultivating a positive mindset and implementing self-care practices. It is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools. Coping With Ghosting does not provide health care or psychological therapy services and does not diagnose or treat any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or registered professionals.Please take my survey: I'm launching a low-cost membership for those of you who want deeper support after being ghosted or betrayed. Nothing's set in stone yet — I want you to help shape it.
When a narcissist cheats, the affair often has little to do with love or connection. It's about power. In this episode, I sit down with psychotherapist Lauren LaRusso, LPC, LMHC, to unpack why narcissists have affairs and how their motivations are different from what most people expect. Why do they always seem to have someone waiting in the wings? Why is there so little remorse when they're caught? And why does the person who's been betrayed so often end up feeling like the one to blame? Lauren and I talk about how narcissists use affairs to stay in control and protect their image. These betrayals aren't usually about emotional disconnection. They're about manipulation, dominance, and supply. We also get into what it's like for the person on the receiving end: the self-doubt, the confusion, the isolation. And we talk honestly about why leaving is so complicated. Sometimes there are kids involved. Sometimes it's about safety. Sometimes it's about survival. If you've been through this, or you're still in it, I hope this conversation brings you clarity. You're not imagining it. You're not overreacting. And most importantly, you're not alone. Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Why Narcissists Cheat 03:25 What Counts as an Affair 04:52 Gender Differences in Infidelity 12:06 Can an Affair Stabilize a Marriage? 16:47 Why People Don't Just Leave 23:24 Affairs in Narcissistic Relationships 27:38 The “Perfect” Narcissist and Secret Lives 30:10 Lack of Accountability 33:07 How Narcissistic Abuse Shows Up in Therapy 38:01 The Danger of Blaming the Betrayed Partner 40:07 Affairs as a Survival Strategy 42:03 Healing After Narcissistic Relationships In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, ALL virtual courses AND apparel on my website are 20% off for the month of MAY with CODE: MHAM20 Explore on-demand courses here: http://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/workshops Shop apparel here: http://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/apparel Links Connect with Lauren LaRusso, LPC, LMHC: website: www.theaffairconsultant.com Instagram @LaurenLaRusso Connect with Dr. Z: https://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/ https://www.zgrouptherapy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dr.z_psychologist/ https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.z_psychologist https://www.youtube.com/@DrJaimeZuckerman Order my workbooks! *Find Your Calm / Find Good Habits* http://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/books Get my FREE breathing exercise here: http://www.drjaimezuckerman.com/newsletter Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm
In this heartfelt episode, we're joined by our dear friend and fellow therapist, Helen Keeling-Neal, as she bravely shares her journey through grief after the sudden loss of her husband. Helen opens up about the profound and unexpected challenges that come with navigating life as a young widow and single mom, all while finding ways to heal, grow, and embrace a new path forward. Whether you've experienced a similar loss or simply want to support a loved one going through grief, Helen's story is full of insights, compassion, and real-life wisdom.We explore the complexities of grief, from the early shock and survival mode to the ongoing journey of healing and finding purpose. Helen discusses the tools and support systems that helped her, including therapy and community, and she offers invaluable advice on how to be there for someone experiencing loss. Episode Highlights:[0:00] - Introducing Helen Keeling-Neal and her story of sudden loss.[2:00] - The immediate impact of losing a spouse and going into “survival mode.”[3:26] - Dealing with the “business of death” and the logistics of loss.[6:54] - Finding support: How friends, family, and community showed up.[9:36] - Coping strategies: Therapy, EMDR, and the importance of avoiding quick fixes.[12:58] - Raising young children through grief and balancing career shifts.[17:51] - Understanding attachment and compound grief in the healing process.[23:31] - Moving forward in new relationships and dealing with fears of loss.[29:19] - Top tips for navigating grief and healing after losing a loved one. Resources:For EMDR therapy: https://www.emdria.org/For ART: https://acceleratedresolutiontherapy.com/To find a therapist for grief near you: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
Have you ever experienced conflict in a relationship? Of course you have, because we all experience conflict in relationships. This is a normal part of life. Relationships can be messy, they can be difficult sometimes, they can be painful, but with the right tools, our relationships can, in fact, be healing, joyful, and places that make a life worth living. In today's podcast, we talk about managing relationships and what to do when we find ourselves being treated by other people. This can be very difficult, but it is important to remember that most often when someone is treating you poorly, it's not about you, it's about them. When true people treat you poorly. It's usually because of their unmanaged pain, anger, worldview, and hurt. This has been a healing lesson for me in my walk and in my relationships. Listen and share about how to maintain healthy relationships. In today's podcast we discuss 6 keys to better management of the relationships that are most important to you. In addition, we discuss thoughts from the therapy room and how I "the therapist" work to manage relationships and teach about relationships in therapy. God Bless! Crystal Ridlon, LMHC, LPC
Melissa Comeau, Ed.S., LMHC, LMFT, NCC is a therapist, supervisor, and founder of Heartfelt Counseling Center — a Florida-based virtual practice offering relationship counseling and in-person retreats for Black women and Black couples. With 15+ years of experience, Melissa brings a deep commitment to healing, leadership, and culturally responsive care.She's a Qualified Supervisor, Adoption Competent Therapist, and coach for fellow therapists growing their practices. Melissa currently serves as President of the Central Florida Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and was honored in 2024 as one of Legacy South Florida's 40 Under 40 Leaders of Today and Tomorrow.
In this episode, licensed mental health counselor and performance coach Ellin Gurvitch teaches us how to pursue high performance with more balance and less burnout!Sign up for Ellin's free newsletter! https://mentallyfitwithellin.substack.com/Visit Ellin's website to learn how she can help you increase your performance and wellbeing through mental fitness: https://mentallyfitwithellin.com/Check out Ellin on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/ellin-gurvitch-new-york-ny/1310854Connect with Ellin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentallyfitwithellin/Connect with Ellin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellingurvitch/
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In this insightful episode, we sit down with Beth Gulotta, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and host of the Quiet the Clock podcast, for a discussion around the intricate relationship between emotional health and fertility. Beth shares her personal fertility journey and offers expert guidance on how stress and emotional suppression can affect reproductive health. We unpack societal pressures and the psychological toll of delayed family planning, while offering tools for navigating emotional well-being in the context of fertility. Whether you're trying to conceive, considering your reproductive future, or supporting someone on their journey, this episode is packed with wisdom on tuning into your body, managing stress, and fostering emotional clarity. Beth Gulotta, LMHC is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, the founder of NYC Therapeutic Wellness, and the host of Quiet the Clock, a podcast dedicated to breaking societal timelines around relationships, fertility, and personal fulfillment. Practicing in the heart of New York City, Beth specializes in helping individuals navigate anxiety, life transitions, and the pressures of modern life.Beth's journey into mental health counseling was deeply personal. After initially pursuing a career in finance and feeling disconnected from her true calling, she embarked on a path of self-reflection that led her to earn her Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Manhattan College. She gained extensive clinical experience in outpatient settings before founding NYC Therapeutic Wellness, where she fosters a collaborative and personalized approach to therapy.SHOW NOTES:0:39 Welcome to the podcast!3:17 About Beth Gulotta, LMHC4:05 Welcome her to the show!6:04 How fertility is affected by stress9:50 Bridging physiological & psychological health11:49 The Immune-Reproductive Connection17:39 Self Health Questionnaire20:25 Fear around infertility22:08 Primary vs Secondary emotions25:53 Using the emotion wheel 27:32 The most common emotions for women30:18 Beth's fertility journey32:20 Emotions as cues33:33 *ALIGN MAT*35:14 *PIQUE TEA*37:28 Processing stressful emotions40:48 Co-regulation vs Loneliness42:26 Establishing the window of tolerance46:28 Social media and your nervous system52:09 Regulation techniques for women58:17 Shifting Perspective around fertility1:00:13 Advice for women starting a fertility journey1:03:20 Her final piece of advice1:04:06 Where to find herRESOURCES:Website: Quiet the ClockInstagram: @quiettheclockpodTik Tok: quiettheclockpodAlign Mat - code: BIOHACKERBABES to save $250Pique Tea PuoriEffecty - Save $50 with code BIOHACKERBABESOur Sponsors:* Check out Effecty and use my code BIOHACKERBABES for a great deal: https://www.effecty.com* Check out Puori: https://Puori.com/BIOHACKERBABESSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Elizabeth Abbruzza, licensed therapist and clinical director of the Bellevue Trauma Recovery Center about Emotional Transformation Therapy (ETT). Elizabeth discusses what ETT is, including the four types of brain stimulation ETT uses. She discusses the various presenting problems ETT can be used for, as well as beneficial outcomes she has seen in her clients. We discuss why Elizabeth decided to get trained in ETT over other trauma therapies, how clinicians can get trained in ETT, and how clients can find an ETT trained therapist. In our discussion, Elizabeth also shares a fun fact about McDonalds related to the psychology of color, a theory used in ETT. Connect with Elizabeth:IG: @the.btrcWebsite: www.thebtrc.comEmail: eabbruzza@thebtrc.comResources mentioned in this episode:www.etttraining.comConnect 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
In this powerful conversation, counselor Breeze Potts, LMHC, addresses the mental and emotional struggles that often hold women back from stepping into their God-given purpose. From insecurity and self-doubt to the lies we believe about our worth, Breeze unpacks the unhealthy mindsets that trip us up and offers practical, compassionate tools for moving from unhealthy thinking patterns to healthy, life-giving ones. With years of experience helping women navigate their inner battles, Breeze brings clarity, encouragement, and actionable advice for anyone wanting to show up more fully and freely as a woman of impact.Key Takeaways:How insecurities and negative self-talk sabotage your calling.Practical steps to replace lies with truth and embrace your God-given worth.The power of mindset: why shifting your mental habits can transform your life and impact.How to recognize and confront the “psyching out” that happens in daily life, keeping us from pursuing our purpose.The importance of building a healthy mental foundation to live as a woman of impact.Ad: Our All the Best Devotional will help you connect with Jesus and find peace and restoration. Through guided reflection on the story of Mary and Martha in Luke 10, you'll gain insight into how to overcome distractions, worry, comparison, and more.The Women of Impact Online Course provides teaching and inspiration from women making a huge impact in the world as they tap into God's purpose for their lives in the sectors and spaces they've been called to. Get inspired and equipped to make an impact with YOUR life.Use code “IMPACT” for 50% off the course! Follow Willow: Website | Instagram | Facebook
In this episode, we delve into the grief experiences of children and teens with autism. Our guest, Jennifer Wiles, M.A., LMHC, BC-DMT, FT - Director of the HEARTplay Program and a dance movement therapist with decades of experience - joins us to discuss how children with autism process grief and how parents and others in their lives can support them. Drawing on her background in both nonverbal forms of expression and grief support, Jennifer shares compassionate, practical insights rooted in her work with families. This conversation is both timely and essential, especially during Autism Acceptance Month, as it highlights the importance of expanding how we understand and support grief beyond more traditional approaches rooted in words. We discuss: The importance of using direct, concrete language when talking about death Common misconceptions about how kids with autism express grief Why behaviors often interpreted as indifference may be expressions of deep emotion How sensory overload and disrupted routines can intensify grief reactions The powerful role of nonverbal communication—movement, gesture, rhythm, and ritual—in grief expression How social stories and structured activities can prepare kids for events like funerals Grief rituals for significant days like anniversaries and birthdays The impact of other losses, including changes in routine, missed milestones, and the death of service animals Resources mentioned: Toolkit from the National Alliance for Children's Grief (NACG): A resource for supporting children of all abilities who are grieving Books: I Have a Question About... series by Meredith Polsky & Arlen Gaines Understanding Death and Illness and What They Teach About Life by Catherine Faherty A Kids Book About Grief by Brennan Wood HEARTplay Program: Free downloadable social stories and grief support Have feedback or a story to share? Email us at griefoutloud@dougy.org Visit dougy.org for grief support resources, activity sheets, and past episodes.
My guest is Ryan Soave, LMHC, a leading expert in addiction recovery with extensive experience helping people heal from all types of substance and behavioral dependencies. We discuss actionable tools for breaking out of the addictive cycle and staying free of obsessions and compulsions. We also examine the relationship between trauma and addiction. We explore the full recovery process—from detoxing and physical stabilization to building distress tolerance. We review evidence-supported tools to structure your life at each stage of recovery and highlight the power of learning “self-directed state shifting” through yoga nidra (NSDR), breathwork, meditation and prayer. We explain how to recognize signs of addiction in yourself and others, and the treatment options available across all levels of resources, from residential programs to 12-step. If you or someone you know is struggling with any kind of addiction, this episode offers practical steps to break free and stay free. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/huberman Levels: https://levelshealth.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman Waking Up: https://wakingup.com/huberman Timestamps 00:00:00 Ryan Soave 00:01:32 Addiction, Addictive Behaviors, Relief 00:06:10 Rehab, Detox, Physical & Emotional Stability 00:13:33 Sponsors: BetterHelp & Levels 00:16:08 Recognizing Addition; Video Games, Parents & Responsibility 00:23:38 Experiencing Real Life vs Addictive Behavior; Dopamine Dynamics 00:29:38 Drugs & Feelings; Reordering Your Life; Roles, Kids vs Parents 00:40:03 Sponsors: AG1 & LMNT 00:43:13 Tool: 30 Days Abstinence & Addiction; Impact 00:46:10 Creating a Life Post-Addiction, Jellinek Curve 00:55:30 Tool: Emotional Weather Forecast, Gratitude, Plan, Strivings 01:02:48 Connection with Others, Mental Willpower Throughout Day, Defining Best Self 01:08:39 Emotional Weather Map, Navigating Life 01:10:16 Sponsor: Function 01:12:03 Tolerating Stress, Sailing Analogy, Discomfort 01:16:03 Building Distress Tolerance, Proactive Behaviors, Cold Plunge 01:23:55 Stilling Leads to Seeing, Tool: Recognizing Stress Response; Relationships 01:30:56 Yoga Nidra, Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NDSR) 01:38:54 Yoga Nidra & Authenticity, Breaking Patterns 01:45:45 Yoga Nidra Timing, Regulation of Autonomic Nervous System; Breathwork 01:52:53 Sponsor: Waking Up 01:54:28 Alcoholism, Social Acceptability, Community, AA, Powerlessness 02:02:23 Gambling, Kids & Susceptibility 02:08:58 Transmuting Energy, Running, Dopamine, Feelings 02:15:41 Cocaine, Amphetamine, Stimulant Addiction 02:18:21 Overcoming Porn Addiction, Shame 02:30:03 Struggle, “Discomfort Appetite” 02:36:09 Addiction Treatment, Detox, Rehab Centers, 12-Step Meetings, AA 02:46:54 Is Addiction the Problem?, Trauma, Stress & Addiction Cycle 02:49:05 GLP-1 Agonists & Addiction Treatment?, HALT; Addicted to Stress? 02:52:44 Sugar Addiction, Caffeine; Ibogaine, Psylocibin & Considerations 02:59:56 Helping Someone With Addiction 03:04:58 Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow & Reviews, Sponsors, YouTube Feedback, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures
In this Healthy, Wealthy & Smart Podcast episode, host Dr. Karen Litzy welcomes Alicia Murray, a licensed therapist and group practice owner based in New York. Alicia shares insights into her practice, Convenient Counseling Services, a fully virtual practice that serves clients across New York, including those in upstate regions. With a team of five clinicians, Alicia's practice specializes in a variety of areas, including men's mental health, anxiety, life transitions, depression, trauma, and grief. They discuss Alicia's journey into therapy, her motivations for entering the field, and the unique aspects of running a virtual practice. Tune in to learn more about the world of therapy and the importance of mental health support. Time Stamps: [00:01:37] Journey into private practice. [00:05:00] Motherhood's impact on career. [00:08:39] Hiring based on performance metrics. [00:14:19] Importance of balance in leadership. [00:17:49] Imposter syndrome in entrepreneurship. [00:22:53] Qualities of good leadership. [00:24:49] Self-compassion in entrepreneurship. [00:30:04] Building a Therapy Business. [00:31:29] Educating clients about therapy. [00:36:03] Taking risks in therapy practice. More About Alicia Murray: Alicia Murray, LMHC, LPC, NCC opened her private practice in 2019 when she realized that community mental health wasn't going to offer what she needed or wanted in terms of balancing her career as a therapist with her desire to be a mom. In 2021, she began scaling her private practice into a group practice, and starting in 2024, began publishing guides, workbooks, and courses to help other therapists achieve their own time and financial freedom through private practice. Through it all, she has remained the primary caregiver for her two boys while balancing entrepreneurship. Resources from this Episode: The Therapist HQ Free Resources Alicia on Instagram Convenient Counseling Services Jane Sponsorship Information: Book a one-on-one demo here Front Desk @ Jane Mention the code LITZY1MO for a free month Follow Dr. Karen Litzy on Social Media: Karen's Twitter Karen's Instagram Karen's LinkedIn Subscribe to Healthy, Wealthy & Smart: YouTube Website Apple Podcast Spotify SoundCloud Stitcher iHeart Radio
In today's episode I chat with Dr. Connie Zollner, licensed therapist, about sex addiction. Dr. Connie starts the episode by discussing her journey into specializing in sex addiction and defines for listeners what sex addiction is. We discuss risk factors for developing a sexual addiction, as well as some warning signs that someone is experiencing a sex addiction. Dr. Connie addresses some of the common misconceptions about sex addiction, as well as discusses sex addiction in neurodivergent clients. We discuss the treatments for sex addiction and Dr. Connie ends the episode by providing some words of advice and encouragement for those experiencing sex addiction and partners of those experiencing sex addiction. Connect with Dr. Connie Zollner:IG: @the.btrcWebsite: www.thebtrc.comConnect 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
Send us a text First responders—police officers, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and emergency room personnel—face unique psychological stressors that extend far beyond trauma exposure. In this insightful Podcourse, I'm joined by Steve Bisson, LMHC, to explore the complexities of first responder mental health and how therapists can effectively support this population.Purchase this Podcourse here!You will gain an in-depth understanding of the unique challenges first responders encounter, including PTSD, acute stress disorder (ASD), depression, and substance abuse. Steve shares real-world insights and practical strategies for overcoming the barriers first responders face when seeking mental health support.SEE THE FAQ on Podcourses HERE! (scroll to the bottom of the page)This episode will equip mental health professionals with evidence-based therapeutic interventions, such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and prolonged exposure techniques, tailored to address the specific needs of first responders. Additionally, listeners will learn how to develop comprehensive treatment plans that incorporate trauma-informed care principles, crisis intervention strategies, and referral resources to enhance the mental well-being of their clients.If you're a clinician looking to deepen your expertise in working with first responders, this Podcourse is an essential resource.Remember, while you can listen to the show for free, those seeking continuing education credits can purchase them here. Learning Objectives:Analyze and describe the unique psychological stressors and challenges faced by first responders, including but not limited to PTSD, acute stress disorder (ASD), depression, and substance abuse.Apply and demonstrate evidence-based therapeutic interventions, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and prolonged exposure techniques, to address the specific needs of first responders.Develop and design comprehensive treatment plans that incorporate trauma-informed care principles, crisis intervention strategies, and referral resources to effectively support the mental health and well-being of first responders. Support the showYouTube Channel For The Podcast
Send us a textJessica Jamison returns to our studio, unfolding her transformative journey from the weight loss industry to becoming a dedicated advocate for those battling eating disorders. Her shift aligns deeply with her personal values, shedding societal expectations and embracing authenticity. Jessica's story highlights a powerful transition, illustrating how past experiences of rejection and fear can shape self-perception. Together, we navigate the intricate relationship between trauma, food, and body image, exposing the cycle of shame and guilt that many face.Our conversation explores the concept of food-related trauma, challenging the notion that trauma must fit a specific mold to be valid. We discuss the unique challenges surrounding food as both a necessity and potential source of distress. Jessica shares her personal experiences with weight loss medications, tackling misconceptions about eating disorders head-on. By shifting focus to intuitive eating and movement, we advocate for breaking free from disordered habits, emphasizing the importance of joy and authenticity in physical activity.Jessica introduces the innovative concept of "movement therapy," blending her skills as a mental health counselor and personal trainer. This approach not only champions a healthy relationship with food and fitness but also embraces client autonomy and consent. Our dialogue touches on the evolution of personal fitness, advocating for enjoyment and alignment with individual interests. As we wrap up, Jessica's heartfelt journey serves as an inspiration for authenticity in both personal and professional realms.Support the showYouTube Channel For The Podcast