Podcasts about therapeutic process

In this episode, I open up about my journey of self-discovery, the ups and downs, and how I learned to create a vision for my life that truly aligns with my heart. We're diving into everything from the magic of vision boards to the importance of self-love, authentic relationships, and embracing community. I'll share personal stories about overcoming fears, finding connection, and how surrendering to the process changed everything for me.From Vision to Victory: Action Steps for a Meaningful LifeLet go of control and embrace self-love and acceptance.Make a vision board—it's not just art, it's therapy for your dreams.Stop fearing judgment—your dreams are worth the risk.Invest in your relationships; they fuel your personal growth.Face your fears; they might be the bridge to a stronger family bond.If you're ready to reflect, dream big, and start living a life that feels real to you, hit play now. And hey, don't forget to follow me on Instagram (@itsgeorgebryant) for more inspiration and behind-the-scenes moments. Let's grow together!–We weren't meant to do this alone… Whether it be business, relationships, or life. This is why this is an invitation for you…to join us inside the Relationships Beat Algorithms Alliance!!!Click here for a summary of the Alliance because if you're coming here into the show notes, there's a good chance you already know! ;)—We've made it easy to see George's top 10 book recommendations! Click here to find George's top 10 recommended books for mindset, customer journey, and relationships. —Questions or comments about the episode? I'd love to hear from you! Send me a DM over on Instagram @itsgeorgebryant or pop on over to our free Facebook community, Relationship Beat Algorithms. —Links not showing? Hop on over to our podcast blog, mindofgeorge.com/podcast for all the links from the show notes.—What do we talk about in this episode?00:23 Personal Vision Board Journey01:22 Reflections on Vision and Self-Acceptance01:55 Inspiration from Annie Downs03:26 Facing Fears and Building Vision04:14 Creating the Vision Board04:52 Therapeutic Process and Reflections05:25 New Year, New Approach06:57 Embracing Gratitude and Present Moment11:36 Family and Connection12:48 Reconnecting with Family14:44 Navigating Challenges and Staying True23:30 Invitation to Reflect and Create Vision

ShelbyRADIO Episode 670: Reclaiming Innocence & Healing Family Dynamics What part of your past, if reclaimed and honored, could help you reconnect with your authentic self and bring you a sense of healing and freedom? In this deeply personal episode, Shelby dives into the emotional journey of reclaiming her childhood memories, including her baby photos and cherished memorabilia, as a way to heal old wounds and rediscover her authentic self. Facing an estranged relationship with her mother and navigating the loss of her father, Shelby found strength in creating her own baby book and scrapbook—a powerful ritual to honor the past, embrace her inner child, and reclaim her sovereign energy. Through this experience, Shelby learned the profound impact of holding onto memories, confronting family dynamics, and how reconnecting with our own stories can bring peace and closure. Whether you're dealing with grief, healing from family trauma, or simply interested in the therapeutic power of memory, this episode will resonate with anyone on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth. Tune in to explore: The power of reclaiming childhood memories for healing How family dynamics shape our paths to self-sovereignty The catharsis of creating personal rituals through photos and keepsakes  Time Stamps: 00:00 Welcome to Episode 670 01:09 Reflecting on Recent Losses 04:52 Revisiting Childhood Memories 08:42 Family Dynamics and Awakening 12:43 Confronting Family Betrayal 15:28 Reclaiming My Innocence 19:49 The Journey to Retrieve Baby Pictures 29:36 Emotional Liberation and Reflection 37:30 Family Dynamics and Personal Reflection 38:06 Rediscovering Childhood Memories 40:08 Creating a New Baby Book 40:52 The Therapeutic Process of Scrapbooking 41:52 The Significance of the Kitchen Set 46:10 Selling the Kitchen Set 50:06 Reclaiming Personal History 01:07:43 Honoring the Past to Embrace the Future Even if your own family or society fails to recognize your light that you carry, you can still always reclaim your power and write your own story – Shelby Carino  If this episode resonated with you, visit www.shelbycarino.com to explore Shelby's 12-course curriculum designed to support your journey of self-discovery and growth. Sign up for Energy Updates to stay connected with insights on navigating life's ups and downs. Feeling inspired? Share this episode on your social media and tag #ShelbyRADIO—let's create a community that rises together. Connect with Shelby Carino Ø Wesite: https://www.shelbycarino.com/ Ø Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShelbyCarinoShelby/ Ø Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shelbycarino/ Ø YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thequeenoftotalwellness Ø LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelby-carino-666b39256/    

Send us a textThe post-COVID era has brought unprecedented changes to community mental health, and our recurring guests, The Mental Men, are here to share their unique insights! Discover how mental health professionals have navigated the shift from in-person to remote practices, transforming the way they interact and support each other. We'll discuss the challenges and creative adaptations that have emerged, offering a window into the current state of therapeutic practices and the mental health landscape.What has happened to the luxurious and reflective training environments of the past? Join our conversation as we reminisce about the good old days and contrast them with today's fast-paced, often less supervised training methods. Dennis Sweeney, Patrick Rice, Andrew Kang, Chris Gordon, And Robert Cherney share personal stories that highlight the importance of supervision, mentorship, and creating safe, empathic spaces for clients. From the evolution of clinical training to the critical role of team-based therapeutic approaches, we uncover how therapists are developing their skills in these changing times.Hybrid therapy models are on the rise, but are they truly effective? We explore the pros and cons of combining in-person and virtual sessions, emphasizing the benefits of flexibility for both therapists and clients. Learn about the transformative impact of recording therapy sessions and the importance of focusing on clients' strengths to foster healing. Tune in for an enriching discussion that celebrates the resilience and adaptability of the mental health community.Freed.ai: We'll Do Your SOAP Notes!Freed AI converts conversations into SOAP note.Use code Steve50 for $50 off the 1st month!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showYouTube Channel For The Podcast

In this episode host Von discusses the therapeutic use of ketamine with licensed clinical worker Candace Curzon and medical provider Austin Francom. They explore the benefits of ketamine therapy and delve into the administration methods, safety protocols, and the importance of mindset. The discussion highlights the role of music in therapy sessions and emphasizes the need for continued work post-therapy to integrate the experiences gained during treatment.Chapters:(00:00) Introduction to Ketamine Therapy(03:30) Understanding Ketamine: Properties and Uses(06:26) The Therapeutic Process of Ketamine Administration(09:23) The Role of Music in Ketamine Therapy(12:35) Navigating Addiction and Ketamine Therapy(15:19) The Integration of Ketamine Therapy with Traditional Therapy(18:37) The Experience of a Ketamine Therapy Session(21:31) The Importance of Setting and Support in Therapy(24:23) Long-term Management and Self-Care After Therapy(29:54) Exploring Ketamine and Ayahuasca: A Comparative Insight (37:24) Considerations and Precautions for Ketamine Therapy(40:43) Finding the Right Clinic for Ketamine TreatmentKetamine Therapy SLC linktreeFollow Me on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/thevoncastshow/ https://www.instagram.com/shibavon/ https://www.tiktok.com/@wowshibavonhttps://www.iamvon.net/

In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Aaron Fein.Aaron Fein is a mixed media sculptor whose work plays with perceptions, both luminant and psychosocial. Inspired by the fading colours of American flags after 9/11, Fein embarked on a project to create white flags that represented grief and unity. He initially experimented with bleaching and sewing, but eventually discovered the power of machine embroidery. Over the course of several years, he created 193 white flags, each representing a different country. The project became a therapeutic process for Fein and allowed him to explore the possibilities of embroidery as an art form. He later expanded his work to include intricate geometric designs and installations. Timestamps: 00:00:12 - Intro00:02:22 - Aaron's Background00:04:32 - Creating the White Flags00:09:23 - Discovering Machine Embroidery00:16:22 - The Evolution of his Art00:22:52 - Taking Art out into the Public Realm00:31:22 - The Therapeutic Process of MakingLinks:Website: aaronfein.comInstagram: aaronfein_artistIntro music is Silly Simon by TAGE via Epidemic Sound.About NeedleXChange:NeedleXChange is a conversation podcast with embroidery and textile artists, exploring their process and practice.Hosted by Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers, it is an in-depth showcase of the best needlework artists on the planet.Visit the NeedleXChange website: https://www.needl.exchange/Sign up for the NeedleXChange Newsletter here: https://bit.ly/NeedleXChangeIf you want embroidery inspiration and regular doses of textile art, visit the Mr X Stitch site here: https://www.mrxstitch.comIf you're looking for modern cross stitch designs, then XStitch is the magazine you need!Subscribe to XStitch Magazine here: https://xstitchmag.com/modern-cross-stitch-magazine/And follow Mr X Stitch on all the usual social media channels!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MrXStitchTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/MrXStitchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/MrXStitchPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mrxstitch/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrjamiechalmers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Brook, Jussi and Bryson have a complicated discussion around the reasons and solutions for not only solving the difficulties of children resisting conjoint therapy but the reasons for the resistance. The discussions explore some very uncomfortable topics for parents to explore and own and how the court, attorneys and therapists can be more informed and better help these families. Enjoy!!! Jussi and Bryson can be contacted through their website at https://www.newgrowthcounseling.com Please download or free booklet "When Co-Parenting Doesn't Work" @ https://www.highconflict.net/booklet  and join our mailing list  @ https://www.highconflict.net/emails For classes or one on one consults with Brook please visit our https://www.highconflict.net to register

This episode is an adapted version of a presentation that Adam Barfoot, M.Ed., LPC-MHSP, gave at the 2024 Tennessee Licensed Professional Counselors Conference in Nashville, Tennessee on June 15th, 2024. In this episode, Adam discusses the therapeutic skill of encouragement, the Adlerian philosophical concepts of how all actions are purposeful, phenomenology (which means therapists understanding their clients' perspectives), and lifestyle (which means the client's blueprint for facing challenges in life). Adam also discusses the 4 phases of Adlerian therapy in this episode. While this episode, is not a complete overview of Adlerian therapy, this episode is about how Adam specifically implements Adlerian therapy with clients who are in recovery from addiction. Adam's website: https://www.adambarfoottherapy.com/ Email: counselingandfunctionalfitness@gmail.com Books mentioned in this episode: Introduction to Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy by Dr. Timothy Barclay, Adlerian Psychotherapy by Jon Carlson and Matt Englar-Carlson, Theory and Practice of Counseling and Psychotherapy by Gerald Corey, Why Therapy Works by Louis Cozolino, The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey Research articles mentioned in this episode: An Adlerian Perspective on Cognitive Restructuring and Treating Depression by Peter Emerson, Gary Gintner, and John West, Adlerian "Encouragement" and the Therapeutic Process of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy by Dale Pietrzak and Richard Watts, Adlerian Counseling: A Viable Approach for Contemporary Practice by Richard Watts --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/counselingandfitness/support

In this episode, our founder, Dr. Jordan Robertson ND, shares a key paper in the nutritional management of Graves' disease that explains why patients experience rapid weight gain after treatment.  She discusses the metabolic rate changes that happen at diagnosis, 1 and 6 months after treatment, and how patients can be euthyroid but experience weight gain after ADT.  This episode is a snapshot of our full Graves' medical topic that supports clinicians with decision-making around supplementation, exercise and conventional treatments.  The Confident Clinician membership supports hundreds of practitioners every day in practice through our integrative medicine database and standards of care. Our membership opens twice per year, with July 2024 being our next enrolment opportunity for Naturopathic Doctors, Medical Doctors and Nurse Practitioners who practice evidence-based Integrative Medicine.    Hayashi, A. et al. Short-term Change in Resting Energy Expenditure and Body Compositions in Therapeutic Process for Graves' Disease. Intern. Med. 59, 1827–1833 (2020).

Welcome to a profoundly insightful episode of the Endless Possibilities Podcast, hosted by Eva, where we delve into the remarkable journey of spiritual teacher Blaise Kennedy. Join us as we explore Blaise's path from battling drug addiction to embracing spiritual enlightenment, sharing his profound experiences and the lessons learned along the way.

TAKEAWAYSAlternative wellness and the use of psychedelic medicine for mental health treatmentPersonal journey and founding of Nushama, a legal psychedelic therapy clinic in New York CityProcess and benefits of ketamine treatment for conditions such as depression and PTSDHistory and potential of psychedelic medicine in the context of mental health and wellnessReasons behind the historical suppression of psychedelic medicineTherapeutic process at Nushama and the importance of mindset and settingResults of a study demonstrating the reduction in PTSD symptoms among participants who underwent ketamine treatmentImpact of psychedelic therapy on addressing the mental health crisis and the need for alternative solutions to traditional psychiatric medicationsFuture plans for Nushama and its growth, including the potential use of psilocybin, MDMA, and LSD in treating various psychiatric indicationsInvitation to visit Nushama in New York for treatment and where to learn more about the clinic and psychedelic medicineTIMESTAMPSIntroduction (00:00:00) Introduction to the Vibe Science podcast, focusing on holistic wellness and alternative wellness approaches.Discussion on Alternative Wellness (00:01:17) The hosts talk about the importance of holistic wellness and the shift from alternative to mainstream wellness practices.Jay Godfrey's Journey (00:03:28) Jay Godfrey shares his personal journey, including his career shift from fashion to psychedelic therapy, and his experience with talk therapy.Psychedelic Medicine's Potential (00:02:43) The potential of psychedelic medicine in mental health treatment is discussed, including its history and future prospects.Psychedelic Medicine's History (00:10:43) The historical and political reasons behind the restriction of psychedelic medicines are explained, including the impact of the drug war and government policies.Psychedelic Medicine's Benefits (00:15:45) The process and benefits of ketamine treatment at Nushama are described, including the medical intake, treatment protocol, and therapeutic experiences.Results of Ketamine Treatment (00:22:13) The positive outcomes of ketamine treatment for PTSD are highlighted, including the reduction and elimination of diagnoses.Importance of Mental Health Treatment (00:23:32) The importance of making mental health treatment, including psychedelic therapy, a standard of care and accessible to those in need is emphasized.Ketamine Therapy (00:25:39) Discussion on the impact and personal experiences of ketamine therapy for mental health treatment.Mental Health Statistics (00:28:55) Exploration of the alarming mental health statistics in the United States, including the prevalence of depression and its impact on physical health.Psychedelic Medicine Future (00:32:19) Jay Godfrey discusses the future plans and ambitions of Nushama, envisioning a multi-site psychedelic wellness center with various treatment modalities.Nushama Information (00:34:09) Information about Nushama and psychedelics can be found on their website, Instagram, and YouTube, as well as the exciting future of alternative mental health treatment. Follow us on Instagram: @Vibe.Science Subscribe to our YouTube Page: www.youtube.com/@Vibe.Science

Does this sound familiar? You've been told to just cut back on alcohol to see results, but it's only left you feeling more lost and stuck in the cycle of addiction. You're not alone. The struggle is real, and the pain of not getting the desired results is overwhelming. But what if I told you there's a way to break free from this cycle and find the life you truly want? Let's uncover the surprising benefits of quitting alcohol and reclaiming your self-worth through positive changes. It's time to take that first step towards a healthier and more fulfilling life. In this episode, you will be able to: Discover inspiring stories of individuals who have overcome alcohol addiction and transformed their lives. Uncover the surprising benefits of quitting alcohol and how it can lead to a more fulfilling life. Explore the impact of alcohol on productivity and relationships and learn how to make positive changes. Learn effective strategies for reducing alcohol consumption and regaining control of your life. Gain insight into the economic and social impact of alcohol and how it affects communities and individuals. My special guest is Duncan Bhaskaran Brown Duncan Bhaskaran Brown, a seasoned professional in overcoming alcohol addiction, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the discussion. After two decades of battling with alcohol, Duncan's journey of self-discovery led him to quit and embark on a path of personal growth. His extensive training and research, coupled with his own transformative experience, make him a relatable and credible resource for anyone seeking to make positive changes in their relationship with alcohol. Through his work and personal story, Duncan emphasizes the potential for improved self-worth and a fulfilling life after quitting alcohol, offering valuable insights and inspiration to those navigating similar challenges. Connect with Duncan Bhaskaran Brown… Website: https://www.bhaskaranbrown.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BhaskaranBrown Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soberwarriorcoach/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncanbhaskaranbrown/ Connect with Dwight Heck! Website: https://giveaheck.com (Free Book Offer) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/give.a.heck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dwight.heck Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Giveaheck YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@giveaheck LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dwight-raymond-heck-65a90150/TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@giveaheck The key moments in this episode are:00:00:02 - Meet Duncan Bhaskaran Brown 00:01:24 - Embracing Sobriety 00:07:14 - The Normalization of Alcohol 00:11:35 - Changing Associations 00:13:35 - Maintaining Sobriety 00:13:59 - Navigating Associations While Recovering 00:15:17 - Finding Balance in Activities 00:18:25 - Mental and Emotional Strength During Recovery 00:23:56 - The Role of Mentorship and Reflection 00:27:38 - Balancing Security and Tough Love 00:28:57 - Recognizing Readiness for Change 00:31:04 - Hope for Everyone 00:35:35 - Reflection and Adaptation 00:40:38 - Pathways to Change 00:41:16 - Unique Journey to Sobriety 00:42:31 - Alcohol Abuse in College Graduates 00:43:15 - Men's Dominance in Drinking 00:44:39 - Alcoholism and Business Executives 00:53:15 - Structural Changes and Solutions 00:56:14 - The Tragic Impact of Alcohol 00:59:09 - The Clear Solution for Drink Driving 01:02:40 - The Therapeutic Process of Writing a Book 01:07:00 - The Influence of Alcohol in Media 01:10:22 - The Dangers of Drinking and Driving 01:11:58 - Subconscious Influence of Product Placement 

In this simple, minute and a half guided meditation by Lorraine Pentello, you're invited to find immediate comfort wherever you are, whether sitting or lying down, and to explore the profound connection between your body and the world around you. Take a few moments to breathe and simply notice the sensation of support beneath you, allowing yourself to fully arrive in the present moment.We've kept it clean so you can listen uninterrupted whenever you like. This meditation is an excerpt from Lorraine's Episode Erotic Grief & Sexological Body Work with Lorraine Pentello & Ali MezeyMORE ALI MEZEY:Website:  https://www.alimezey.comPersonal Geometry® and the Magic of Mat Work Course information:https://www.alimezey.com/personal-geometry-foundationsTransgenerational Healing Films: https://constellationarts.com/MORE LORRAINE PENTELLO:www.lorrainepentello.comBIO:Lorraine Pentello (she/he/they)Lorraine is a Somatic Therapist and bodyworker specialising in sexuality and trauma. They have worked in the field of sexuality for the past 26 years, starting in entertainment then shifting to healing & embodiment in 2014. Certified in Sexological Bodywork, Embodied Counselling, Craniofacial Bodywork, Myofascial Bodywork, STREAM Scar Remediation, EMDR, EFT Tapping for Trauma, Inner Child Healing and Ego State therapy, Lorraine works holistically 1:1 with clients, both online and in person. Helping them heal emotional and physical pain. HELP US SHARE OUR MESSAGEOur events remain free as part of our mission to awaken people to the boundless potential of our bodies, inviting them to explore the profound knowledge, memory, brilliance & capacity within. By delving into the depths of our bodily intelligence as a healing resource for not just ourselves, but as a part of the larger, global body, we have the potential for meaningful change and experiences as bodies. Join us in this journey of transformation as we redefine our understanding of the human body and its infinite capabilities. While our events remain free, any contributions are deeply appreciated and are seen as a generous gesture of support and encouragement in sharing our messages with the world. ENCOURAGE US!: Donate $5  THE WIND BENEATH OUR WINGS. DONATE $25+ [From time to time, a word or phrase goes wonky. Please forgive my wandering wifi.]

Content Advisory: This episode contains discussion of childhood sexual trauma in a therapeutic contextIn this episode, therapist Rythea Lee introduces the episode's focus on navigating bedtime struggles with her 12-year-old daughter. Rythea explores how her childhood trauma currently impacts her relationship to bedtime triggers, and discusses how it challenges her ability to problem-solve or think clearly about the issue. She takes herself through a process called Inner Bonding®, an emotional, psychological modality that helps resolve wounded patterns from the pastThis episode is aimed to give parents an example of what a therapeutic process looks like and how it leads to personal accountability, and then closeness with our children. Rythea shares the deep, painful roots of reactivity that surfaces at night when it is bedtime. This is a template for processing any issue that can arise with our kids.Rythea goes through the six steps of the Inner Bonding® process to show you how it works:Main Content:1. Understanding Inner Bonding®:- Step 1: Tuning into feelings and how it connects to the body- Step 2: Moving into an intent to learn about feeling- Step 3: Dialogue with the inner child and finding out the false beliefs- Step 4: Connecting with higher self and getting the truth about the false beliefs in the present time- Step 5: Taking loving action- Step 6: Evaluating the effectiveness of actions, returning to the process if needed2. Application in Real-Time:- Rythea shares her experience of applying Inner Bonding® during bedtime struggles- Cara asks insightful questions and offers reflections to deepen Rythea's understanding of her process3. Update on Progress:- Rythea provides an update on how Inner Bonding® has impacted her bedtime interactions with her daughter- Despite challenges, she notes a significant shift in their dynamic towards more understanding and connectionAdditional Resources:- Link to Inner Bonding steps: [Inner Bonding - The Six Steps] (https://rythea.com/inner-bonding-the-six-steps)

"It's medicine; it's an invitation into the medicine of expansion, contraction, but also where might you be invited into a different energy.” We are thrilled to offer this incredibly special episode! Courtney had the opportunity to sit with rebel therapist, Debbie Mediate, and explore the intersections, parallels, benefits, and compatibilities of Western psychotherapy and "woo" practices: in this case, specifically astrology and tarot. At the conclusion of this robust conversation, Debbie pulls out her deck and offers Courtney a tarot reading! You'll have to stay tuned to the postscript to find out the impact that reading had on Courtney's career explorations! From our guest: I have never had a sense of fitting in. I have always leaned into my love of adventure and rather impulsive nature. I am curious about most everything and love to explore my inner and outer worlds. Thus was the birth of my private practice, Rebel Therapy. My love of wisdom traditions and divination has been lifelong. What began as curiosity has, over the decades, become a deep knowledge and understanding of the power of tarot, astrology, and shamanic work to assist us with deepening our understanding of self. My own journey with these tools is an ever-present guide. I am, by education and training, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My career has taken me to both the west and east coast and has included working on acute inpatient psychiatric units, in residential facilities for folks living with schizophrenia, as a member of a mobile crisis team, and most recently as a psychotherapist for several private practice groups, an outpatient mental health clinic, and my own private practice. With my own private practice, I have clinical expertise in traditional modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed work, solution-focused therapy, and psychodynamic therapy, all offered with compassion and warmth in a safe and empowering environment. My passion for the metaphysical combined with my expertise and love of insight therapy brings me to this offering and a change to meet you on your journey to gaining and trusting your inner wisdom. You can find Debbie at the following places: Rebel Therapy: https://www.rebeltherapy.net Instagram: https://www.instagram.com › rebel_therapy Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/debbie-mediate-kingston-ny/848868 Listeners, you can always reach the show at courtney@shineandsoar.com! We'd love to hear from you. Please share with a friend and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you are listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pragmaticalchemy/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pragmaticalchemy/support

Father Bill continues a series centered on Dr. Harry Tiebout, the first psychiatrist to recognize why AA worked while so many other methods (including his own) had failed. Tiebout also treated Bill Wilson for his depression and later served as an AA Trustee. The series uses Hazelden's book: Harry Tiebout: The Collected Writings as a source and, where available, adds pdf articles in the Show Notes. In this episode Fr. Bill explores Tiebout's 1949 article: The Act of Surrender in the Therapeutic Process. A free pdf version is available. Show Notes: Tiebout's Collected Writings Tiebout's article: The Act of Surrender in the Therapeutic Process in pdf  What Is a Psychic Change Podcast Episode – William James Stages of Change Tiebout Quote: “The dilemma of the alcoholic is now obvious. The unconscious mind rejects, through its capacity for defiance and grandiosity what the conscious mind perceives. Hence, realistically, the individual is frightened by his or her drinking and at the same time is prevented from doing anything about it by the unconscious activity that can and does ignore or override the conscious mind.” --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fatherbillw/support

When I say there's a palpable spiritual quality running through Anne's chat with Dr. Isha McKenzie-Mavinga, it's not me getting all woo-woo as I'm wont to do. Dr. Isha is an integrative transcultural psychotherapist, trainer, and supervisor in the UK with over three decades of professional experience. She's a lecturer, writer, and Reiki master as well as a published author, poet, editor, and, as Anne puts it so well, an amazing human.  The profoundly intimate cadence of this conversation no doubt stems from Dr. Isha's role as Anne's mentor. But the mentee has to meet the mentor halfway; they have to pick up what the mentor is putting down. GUEST BIO Dr. Isha McKenzie-Mavinga has thirty-three years experience as a Transcultural Psychotherapist, Supervisor, Lecturer, Writer, and Reiki Master. As a published writer & poet, she is the author of ‘Black Issues in the Therapeutic Process' (2009) and ‘The Challenge of Racism in Therapeutic Practice' (2016). She also co-authored an autobiography, contributed papers and poetry to several anthologies, and most recently co-edited and presented in ‘Therapy in Colour' (2023). Let's be friends! You can find me in the following places… Website: www.headheartbiztherapy.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeadHeartBizTherapy/ Instagram:  @headheartbiztherapy NEW: Check out our cute new merch items!https://tinyurl.com/CWHmerch

In this episode, Dan connects with marketing strategist, researcher, author, and sought-after brand therapist Evelyn J. Starr, whose strategic insights have been instrumental in the revitalization of household names including Dunkin' Donuts, Hasbro, Gilette, Veryfine, and more. Through decades of research and work helping brands in stagnation, she saw a pattern: brands in distress share characteristics that look a lot like rebellious, sullen, angry, confused, overconfident, misguided teens. In other words, brands go through adolescence, and it can take some serious therapy, nurturing, and guidance to help them reach successful adulthood. She lays it all out in her recent book,  Teenage Wastebrand: How Your Brand Can Stop Struggling and Start Scaling, and in their discussion, she and Dan discuss some of the highlights, including the eight symptoms of brand adolescence, how to diagnose brand issues, the importance of solid values, and much more. Listen in and learn how to: Investigate the value of carving out a unique niche for a standout brand image. Recognize the potential hazards of ego-driven business practices and how to avoid them. Examine the relationship between well-defined values and a supportive company culture. Design a brand strategy anchored in purpose and value-driven principles. Excel in maintaining an authentic and dependable brand presence through effective messaging and actions. Here's what you can expect from the show: Corporations and brands are just like people which is why they all have life cycles.  How companies can correctly identify and diagnose their brand issues if they've stalled.  Understanding attitudes and behaviors and how they impact buyers.  Fear and misunderstanding of marketing and how it can limit business leaders and brand growth. Marketing is a risky investment because the ROI can often be ambiguous, but it's a risk worth taking. Business owners must learn how to parent their brands through the various stages of life.  How to identify the eight symptoms of brand adolescence. Being brave enough to have hard conversations with your brand about your brand.  Brands have life cycles, and so do customers.  Discipline is necessary to determine your niche.  The need to protect the integrity of your brand through the people you hire. The importance of making a list of values you want to be a part of your culture and your brand.  Notable Quotes “During a summer internship I learned more about what I did not want to do than what I did want to do.” – (10:02)- Evelyn. “When someone says, ‘I hate marketing', I'm not running from that, I'm digging a little bit deeper” – (13:20) – Evelyn.  “I started to try to find ways to explain marketing in non-marketing terms” – (14:15) - Evelyn. “You can't see things when you're too emotionally close” – (15:55) - Evelyn. “As my brand grows, I'm going to become more of a coach and less of a controller.” – (19:05) - Evelyn. “Identity crisis is the most common one (symptom) I see.” – (23:40) - Evelyn. “In order for a brand to get known and grow, it needs to be focused at least during the beginning.” – (37:15) - Evelyn. “Brands can fall out of favor very quickly due to their self-centered behavior being revealed” – (50:15) - Evelyn. “People bring their values to work, and you want to attract people who subscribe to the way you would like to serve your customers.” – (55:06) - Evelyn. “You cannot be crappy to your employees and great to your customers and not have that get out.” – (1:02:10) - Evelyn. Resources and Links The Dan Nestle Show  The Dan Nestle Show Daniel Nestle | LinkedIn The Dan Nestle Show | Facebook Dan Nestle (@dsnestle) / Twitter Evelyn Starr E. Starr Associates Evelyn Starr | LinkedIn Teenage Wastebrand: How Your Brand Can Stop Struggling and Start Scaling Timestamped summary of this episode (Generated by Capsho): 00:00:00 - Introduction,  Dan Nestle introduces the podcast and talks about the importance of understanding the life cycle of brands. Dan shares his concerns as a parent and how it relates to building a successful brand. He introduces his guest, Evelyn Starr, a marketing leader and brand therapist, and author of the book "Teenage Waste Brand." 00:01:20 - Evelyn Starr's Background, Evelyn Starr talks about her background and how she started her career in market research. She worked for companies like Very Fine Products, Dunkin Donuts, and Hasbro. She shares how she started working with small and medium-sized companies to help them with their marketing. 00:08:45 - The Life Cycle of Brands, Dan Nestle asks Evelyn Starr how she got interested in helping brands in their teenage years. Evelyn shares that many business owners don't understand marketing and are fearful of investing in it. She explains how she helps them understand marketing in non-marketing terms. She talks about the different phases in the life cycle of brands and how they can face issues during their turbulent adolescence. 00:17:41 - Identifying Brand Issues, Evelyn Starr talks about how to identify brand issues and how to diagnose them. She talks about the importance of understanding the customer and their needs. She shares examples of how she has helped companies identify their brand issues and how they have overcome them. 00:25:18 - Branding in the Digital Age, Dan Nestle asks Evelyn Starr about branding in the digital age. Evelyn 00:15:00 - Identity Crisis, The first symptom of brand adolescence is an identity crisis. Like in human adolescence, the brand must determine who they want to be and how they want to be perceived. A brand purpose that transcends a particular product and brand attributes that resonate with customers must be determined. 00:23:35 - Symptom Not Stages, Evelyn Starr emphasizes that the symptoms are not sequential, but rather different characteristics of adolescent brands. Each brand may experience some or all eight symptoms at different times. 00:25:23 - Purpose and Attributes, The brand's purpose and attributes are key in resolving the identity crisis symptom. The brand must have a purpose that is transcendent and attributes that resonate with customers. Research and feedback from customers can help define these. 00:28:45 - Therapeutic Process, Similar to a therapeutic process, the brand must go through analyses of the why and what to solve the identity crisis. Exercises like stickies and whiteboards can help in brand discovery, purpose discovery, and attribute discovery. Evelyn Starr provides a step-by-step guide in her book. 00:29:55 - Dealing with Complexity, The conversation begins with Dan asking Evelyn how brands deal with complexity, specifically in a house of brands where there are multiple product brands under a corporate brand. Evelyn explains that each brand needs to know who they are before they can contribute, and the parent company needs to have a unifying purpose for putting the brands together. 00:35:30 - Finding a Niche, The topic of finding a niche comes up in relation to solving the symptom of "suffering from FOMO" or fear of missing out. Evelyn explains that in order for a brand to grow, it needs to be focused and known for something, at least in the beginning. Choosing a niche allows a brand to gain expertise and credibility, and finding a new niche can help a brand expand and grow. 00:39:17 - Fear and Innovation, Fear is a common obstacle for business owners who are afraid of leaving money on the table or missing out on opportunities. Evelyn discusses the importance of leaving fear behind and being open to new directions and innovations. She shares the example of Amazon, who started by focusing on one product (books) before expanding to other products. 00:41:49 - Box Three Solution, Dan shares his experience with directed innovation and the Box Three Solution, which involves finding new audiences, changes to the product, business model, or value chain. Evelyn notes that finding new niches can combat various symptoms of adolescence, including the need to assert independence, make new friends, or overcome fear of missing out. 00:46:06 - Finding Your Niche, Evelyn advises against copying someone else's business model and suggests drilling down further to find an untapped idea. She emphasizes the importance of doing research and discovering new things that align with your brand. 00:48:41 - Self-Centeredness, Evelyn discusses the risk of building a brand solely for profits and not serving the audience. She explains how this behavior can lead to mistrust, loss of productivity, and wasted resources. The solution is to revisit company values that align with serving the customer and the employees. 00:51:20 - The Importance of Company Values, Evelyn explains how values guide behavior and behaviors create culture. She emphasizes the importance of codifying values from the beginning and recruiting people who share those values. A strong company culture leads to a strong brand. 00:54:05 - Trust and Culture, Evelyn explains the connection between trust, culture, and brand. Self-centered behavior can damage a brand's reputation, making it hard to regain trust. A clear set of values that align with serving the customer and the employees can prevent this. 01:01:36 - The Employee Culture, Evelyn discusses how the employee culture is a vital part of the brand. She stresses that the employer brand and the customer-facing brand are all one and the same and that treating employees well is just as important as treating customers well. A strong employee culture leads to a strong brand. 01:02:22 - The Importance of Employee Experience, Businesses should prioritize the well-being of their employees as much as their customers and consumers. The kind of internal culture a company has affects its overall external brand reputation. 01:04:07 - Transparency in Branding, Social media has made it easier for people to share their opinions about a company's internal culture, making transparency in branding more important than ever. It's crucial for marketers and business leaders to recognize that employees are a core stakeholder and audience that must be treated with the utmost care. 01:06:08 - The Impact of Teenage Wastebrand, Evelyn Starr's book, 'Teenage Wastebrand,' highlights the signs of a company that is stuck in a state of adolescence, including a lack of purpose, values, and identity. These brands struggle to stand out in a crowded market and often do not resonate with their intended audience. 01:08:00 - Evolving Your Brand, Evelyn Starr's brand is evolving as she incorporates developmental editing of business books into her work as a consumer insights expert and brand therapist. She helps business owners make confident marketing decisions and aligns her purpose with theirs. 01:14:50 - Why You Should Read 'Teenage Wastebrand,' 'Teenage Wastebrand' is an easily accessible, relatable, and practical guidebook that helps businesses identify their purpose, values, and niche. The book also emphasizes the importance of employee well-being and how transparency in branding is necessary

You can watch this podcast over on Youtube too https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh7HBW11XdL1jxAyDWwG8mg The Therapy Show - Behind Closed Doors. Celebrating the first anniversary of 'The therapy Show' podcast. * Do you want to know what actually happens behind closed doors of the therapy session? * Do you want to explore the mind of a master psychotherapist and demystify the therapeutic process? * Do you want to know about the various models of psychotherapy and counselling and how they are implemented within the therapeutic hour? * Do you want to know the makings of a professional psychotherapist and how to achieve that goal? Bob Cooke, an international Psychotherapist , Trainer and Supervisor, talks with Jacci Jones about the world of therapy and counselling. Jacci Jones is herself a Psychotherapist and Coach. These podcasts are for anyone interested in the questions above and psychotherapy in general. The podcasts are aimed at people who are curious in psychotherapy and counselling, how therapy works, and how therapy helps you towards a more healthy sense of self, both mentally and spiritually. The podcasts will also be of interest to students of therapy and counselling and what it takes to be a psychotherapist and counsellor in the 21st century. Bob Cooke, who is the Founder of the Manchester Institute of Psychotherapy - UK - will through the conversations with Jacci Jones help “demystify” the therapeutic hours and therapy session. Finally, the podcasts will also be aimed at people who might be interested in the variety of methods and techniques of the various different therapeutic models such as Transactional Analysis, Person Centred Counselling, Gestalt Psychotherapy and Integrative Psychotherapy. So please join us on this voyage of discovery and co-creative conversations. https://bobcooke.org/ https://jaccijones.co.uk/ #borderlinepersonalitydisorder #BPD #bpd #therapy #psychotherapy #livinglifebeinghuman #positivethoughts #positivemind #positivelife #dailymotivation #keepmovingforward #personalgrowth #mentalhealthawareness #helpothers #innerstrength #believeinyou #endthestigma #breakthesilence #talkaboutit #stopthestigma #mentalillnessawareness #anxietyrecovery #mentalhealthrecovery #anxietysupport #createyourownhappiness #selfhelp #anxiety #anxietyawareness #recoveryispossible #healing #gratitude #selfcare #selflove #endthestigma

How does discomfort drive the therapeutic process? Is it required to successfully navigate our uniquely difficult stations of life? This week, I am joined by Tessa Jacques, LMFT to discuss how therapeutic solutions are being harshly impacted by the instant gratification of the modern era. Join me as Tessa and I discuss the nuances of how modern culture creates a weakness in patients by discounting the need to face yourself on the quest to heal. Tessa pursued her undergraduate education in child development and spent several years serving underprivileged families and children in the Head Start program. She later decided to obtain her MA in Clinical Psychology specializing in Maternal Mental Health. Tessa has been working in private practice since 2016 helping new moms adjust to motherhood. Recently Tessa has noticed the mental health industry has been progressively leaning left, watching most clinicians follow suit. Tessa founded Motherlode Counseling in Auburn, CA in 2019 where she currently works with individuals and couples as well as supervising pre-licensed therapists and training them to build their own practices. Recently, Tessa has shifted her focus to advocating for clients and clinicians who do not feel served by this new trend on her Instagram @theuncensoredtherapist. If you enjoyed this conversation, please rate & review it on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Share this episode with a friend, or on social media. You can also head over to my YouTube channel, subscribe, like, comment, & share there as well.To get $200 off your EightSleep Pod Pro Cover visit EightSleep.com & enter promo code SOMETHERAPIST. Take 20% off your entire purchase of nourishing superfood beverages at Organifi with code SOMETHERAPIST.Be sure to check out my shop. In addition to wellness products, you can now find my favorite books!MUSIC: Special thanks to Joey Pecoraro for our theme song, “Half Awake,” used with gratitude and permission. www.joeypecoraro.comPRODUCTION: Thanks to Eric and Amber Beels at DifMix.comPLUS: early access to the documentary I'm proud to be a part of, Affirmation Generation, is now available! Stream now, check out the trailer & more at affirmationgenerationmovie.com. Follow Affirmation Generation on Twitter @2022affirmation or Instagram @affirmationgeneration. Please consider making a small donation to support the costs of production.Have a question for me? Looking to go deeper and discuss these ideas with other listeners? Join my Locals community! Members get to ask questions I will respond to in exclusive, members-only livestreams, plus other perks TBD. Get your first month free with promo code GRANDFATHER; after that, it's only $8/month. Check it out at somekindoftherapist.locals.com. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Becky Barber is a master life and relationship coach. She specializes in helping people who are struggling with a difficult relationship. Becky helps them drop the guilt and find the freedom to be happier in their own lives. She lovingly helps women evaluate what they want from their relationship and how to get there.   For the first 35 years of her life, Becky struggled with a difficult mother. Through spirituality, healthy boundary-setting and a continual practice of self-love, Becky was able to break free from that toxic relationship and now helps other women to do the same. Some will limit or cut contact altogether; others leave the relationship as-is. All of us have the same goal: to learn to love and respect ourselves despite this damaged relationship with her mom. Reference Link: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/tryselflove  

Therapist Directories: https://www.psychologytoday.com/ushttps://therapyforblackgirls.com/https://www.melaninandmentalhealth.com/Connect with Mo:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/molivesonpurpose/Email me with questions and/or feedback: molivesonpurpose@gmail.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/molivesonpurposeBeat provided by http://freebeats.io, titled, "Summer in Cali" (Produced by White Hot) 

How can we integrate self awareness, personality, and self care into a life that feels comfortable for us. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/confessionsofacounsellor/support

Jordan's book, “Father Figure; How to Be a Feminist Dad” takes on a number of narratives about parenthood and gender and offers a set of frameworks to challenge a lot of common understandings of parenting and fatherhood. This episode is for you if you're ready to geek out at the intersection of Archetypal Psychology and Feminist thought. It's for you if you're a Dad struggling to make sense of what's happening with your kids. It's for you if you're determined to not reproduce some of the damaging messages  you may be carrying about what it means to be a 'Father Figure' in your kids lives. 4:30 - How our culture is being challenged to reimagine core ideas around agency, autonomy, and personal growth. 7:00 - Looking at Joseph Campbell's Hero's Journey with new eyes 10:00 - Using the Hero's Journey to draw distinctions around where we fit in and where we push back against cultural norms.13:45 - Learning to parse the useful … and the not so useful.15:00 - How do we find meaning? 30:00 - What does it mean to be a Feminist Dad? 38:00 - But without the old narrative, isn't it just chaos? 42:00 - Learning to reflect when you're in the ‘Fall-Back' Position.43:00 - The Four Frames of Responsive Fathering / Responsive Parenting 47:00 - Recognizing that we're in conflicting myths. 55:30 - The Value of Emotions / Catharsis / and the Therapeutic Process. Learn More: https://www.jordanshapiro.org/Books Referenced in the Episode: Father Figure: How to Become A Feminist Dad by Jordan ShapiroThe New Childhood: Raising Kids to Thrive in a Connected World by Jordan ShapiroThe Hero with A Thousand Faces by Joseph CampbellPhallacy: Life Lessons from the Animal Penis by Emily Jane Willingham The Will to Change by bell hooksTeaching to Transgress: Education as the Practice of Freedom by bell hooksSupport the show (https://bit.ly/mankindpodcast)

Sean Illing talks with David Hamilton, a scientist and former research chemist turned author, about his new book Why Woo-Woo Works, in which he offers a scientifically-grounded defense of alternative practices like meditation, crystals, and the law of attraction. They discuss the placebo effect and its far-reaching consequences for our understanding of the mind-body connection, the therapeutic potential of positive thinking, and why so much of what is called "woo-woo" still lies mostly outside the bounds of conventional Western medicine. Host: Sean Illing (@seanilling), Interviews Writer, Vox Guest: Dr. David R. Hamilton (@DrDRHamilton), author References:  Why Woo-Woo Works: The Surprising Science Behind Meditation, Reiki, Crystals, and Other Alternative Practices by David R. Hamilton, PhD (Hay House; 2021) The Magic Power of Your Mind by Walter M. Germain (1940) "The mechanism of placebo analgesia" by J.D. Levine, N.C. Gordon, H.L. Fields (Lancet; Sept. 1978) How Your Mind Can Heal Your Body by David R. Hamilton, PhD (Hay House; 2018) The British Society of Lifestyle Medicine "Effects of Colorants and Flavorants on Identification, Perceived Flavor Intensity, and Hedonic Quality of Fruit-Flavored Beverages and Cake" by C.N. DuBose, A.V. Cardello, O. Maller (Journal of Food Science 45; 1980) "Writing About Emotional Experiences as a Therapeutic Process" by James W. Pennebaker (Psychological Science; 1997) "Psychology's Replication Crisis Is Running Out of Excuses" by Ed Yong (Atlantic; Nov. 19, 2018) Enjoyed this episode? Rate Vox Conversations ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear the next episode of Vox Conversations by subscribing in your favorite podcast app. Support Vox Conversations by making a financial contribution to Vox! bit.ly/givepodcasts This episode was made by:  Producer: Erikk Geannikis Editor: Amy Drozdowska Engineer: Paul Robert Mounsey Deputy Editorial Director, Vox Talk: Amber Hall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFT Origin Stories welcomes Maalavidaa 1:06 Origin Story 8:38 The Therapeutic Process 13:00 Discovering Graphic Design 17:30 Writing her Thesis  23:39 Pushing Boundaries Through Art 28:30 Naming Maalavidaa 34:10 Entering the NFT space 45:56 Signature Essence of Maalavidaa 51:50 Heal The Deal 1:04:50 The Lightning Round Episode Mentions: Fesq; Aeforia; toomuchlag; Billelis; SuperRare; MakersPlace; NiftyGateway; Daniel Taylor / @danieltaylorart; Omnimorphs; wuyiwei / @wuyiwei97; Foundation; 888 The New World; 0x Society; NFT.NYC Maalavidaa https://maalavidaa.com/ https://twitter.com/maalavidaaa @maalavidaaa https://www.instagram.com/maalavidaa/ @maalavidaa https://healthedeal.club/

In this bonus episode, Haesue Jo, expert, licensed therapist and director of Clinical Operations at Betterhelp discusses how we can better understand cultural and gender differences in shame, and how we can become more resilient to shame by starting the journey of discovering ourselves, our perspectives and our abilities. Talk of Shame is a Womena Production. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“This disease does not discriminate and it’s really hard to get sober.” -Nicole Bifano Today, Ben and I are chatting to Nicole Bifano, a primary worker at Rock Recovery Center and an LCSW, about the therapeutic process, the steps of detoxification, and the details of AL-ANON membership. Why Nicole Chose to Work with Recovering Addicts Nicole felt called by God to work in the realm of addiction treatment. Working at a treatment center was her only option when she graduated. Although Nicole didn’t plan on working in an alcohol and drug rehab center, she fell in love with her job. “I was able to discover who I was in the process as I had an attachment to this disease since I grew up around it.”  Nicole’s Perspective on Counseling Addicts She realizes that it’s not about the substance; for addicts, it’s the underlying emotional imbalance that brings them into addiction. “For me, it’s about identifying with people on a human level.” Nicole looks to connect with those in recovery to show them that they are loved and cared for as human beings. “Connecting with people on their level gives you the ability to help them.” Breaking Through the Addictive Mindset Clients have a range of issues, and sometimes they are still in the party and drugging stage. By looking at their past life history and experiences, Nicole can get a good insight into the source of their addiction and work with them to move past their emotional grief. Many of her clients don’t feel loved or that they don’t belong, and addiction to drugs gave them a feeling of inclusion.  Listen in and find out the multiple facets of addiction, how Nicole facilitates the healing process, and how she guides her patients through the recovery process. Check out our new website where you can download any episode along with other useful information for those in recovery. Share this podcast with a friend and leave us a review! Show Notes: [04:14] Why Nicole chose to work with those recovering from addiction. [06:15] Her approach to counseling those with addiction issues. [10:30] Nicole's treatment approach with her counseling. [12:51] Common elements across patients with drug addiction. [18:45] How time is spent working with clients during counseling. [20:27] Creating connection through a relationship built on trust. [25:05] Resources to support your loved one through their healing process. [32:55] Tangible Al-Anon takeaways and why Nicole uses them as a resource. [39:33] The importance of relinquishing control as an addict. Episode Links and Resources Real Recovery Live Chat Real Recovery Talk on the Web Real Recovery Talk on YouTube Leave Real Recovery Talk a review on iTunes Rock Recovery Center Real Recovery Talk on Facebook Find out more about Al-Anon and how this resource can support your family Ideas for a show? Email us tom@realrecoverytalk.com and ben@realrecoverytalk.com Podcast editing and show notes by Pro Podcast Solutions  

In this episode i'm joined by Myira Khan, Accredited Counsellor, Coach and Supervisor. Myira delivers workshops and presentations internationally through her wellbeing coaching organisation Grow To Glow. This conversation highlights not only the importance of self- care in anti-racism work, but the complexity of self-care in practice. Myira has kindly shared a reading list for those interested in exploring some of these ideas further: Reading List Whiteness and White Privilege in Psychotherapy by Andrea L. Dottolo & Ellyn Kaschak Me and White Supremacy by Layla F Saad White Privilege by Kalwant Bhopal The Dynamics of Power in Counselling and Psychotherapy by Gillian Proctor The Challenge of Racism on Therapeutic Practice by Dr Isha Mckenzie-Mavinga Biased by Jennifer L. Eberhardt Sway (Unravelling Unconscious bias) by Pragya Agarwal Transcultural Counselling by Zack Eleftheriadou Difference and Diversity in Counselling by Sue Wheeler Black Issues in the Therapeutic Process by Dr Isha Mckenzie-Mavinga Race, Culture and Counselling by Colin Lago Racial Identity, White Counsellors and Therapists by Gill Tuckwell

In this episode, I have a discussion with Anastasia Canfield, MM, MT-BC, NLC, a board certified music therapist in Denver, CO. We discuss disability culture as well as identity, accessibility, and using cultural humility in music therapy practice. Check out Anastasia here: https://www.creativeremediesllc.com https://www.facebook.com/creativeremediesllc https://www.instagram.com/creativeremediesllc/ anastasia.mtbc@gmail.com More resources from Anastasia: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/554575/in-sickness-and-in-health-by-ben-mattlin/ https://www.oxfordhandbooks.com/view/10.1093/oxfordhb/9780199639755.001.0001/oxfordhb-9780199639755-e-1 https://autisticadvocacy.org/resources/https://books.google.com/books/about/Microaggressions_and_Marginality.html?id=7WZxpPnnjzkC https://www.wiley.com/en-us/Counseling+the+Culturally+Diverse:+Theory+and+Practice,+8th+Edition-p-9781119448242 https://artofaccessdenver.com/ https://disabilitymarch.com/ https://books.google.com/books/about/Culture_and_the_Therapeutic_Process.html?id=AzGXeWDSEJEC Transcription available here: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode-9 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The first episode of our second collection features ‘An Exercise in Apologies as Partial Fulfilment of the Therapeutic Process’ by Diarmuid Hickey. Diarmuid is a writer from Tipperary, living in Cork. His fiction has previously featured in the Stinging Fly, Banshee and the Incubator magazine.The story is read by Peter Corboy, an actor from Wexford, currently living in London. Usually he acts in theatres with his whole body, but since lockdown he’s mostly been acting with just his voice, confined in a duvet fort studio of which he has grown a resounding fondness.Featured tracks on today’s episode include Meta No. 4 by Conor Thornton, Stalker by Stephen Star, Cheese from Wisconsin by Classic Yellow, Ode to Wiseau by Powpig and Sinatra by Paddy Hanna.Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @_lippykids_ and check out our playlist on Spotify by searching Lippy Kids Collective

My hypothesis is that if we deliberately put humility back into the system, we do two things. One, we take away the natural conflicting element of the therapeutic process, the natural elements of conflict. There are two humans. There are two egos. They're in a room, and because of the context, it becomes like tennis. It becomes like boxing. It becomes like some competitive sport. Nobody means for it to be that way. It's just that, whether you're the coach or the therapist or the client in this scenario, the dumb shaved monkeys that we are, we kind of lean towards playing dominance games, whether we want to or not. That's just the way it goes. So before you know it, you're playing ping pong over your depression, you're playing tennis over your anxiety. You're in a boxing match with your coach, with your therapist, over the dynamics of the grieving process, or whether you're doing the right kind of work to help you to grieve for the death and the loss of your last relationship, as an example of a common thing that people would see a coach or counselor for. So number one, the humility takes away from that dynamic. It reminds us consciously and with intent, "Look, this is just a conversation between two adults. It's not surgery. I'm not under general anesthetic. Nobody can cut the anxiety out of me." So it kind of reminds us that it's like a Socratic process. It's like philosophy. In fact, we already know it's known that you can trace the roots of psychology back to philosophy. But this dynamic of two people talking, I mean is that not the essence of a philosophical method? Is that not like the Socratic method? You're basically debating with the hope that you're going to have a positive outcome. So as well as taking away from this ego versus ego fight, it also reminds us that this is not magic and this is just a conversation between two consenting adults, where it is presumed that we have the same goal in mind, which is to feel better at the end of it. Right? The second thing that I think bringing this level of humility in is, it kind of moves the ego out of the way, and when I say ego in this context, obviously it is implicit. I'm not talking about the healthy ego. I'm talking about that side of the self that clings to dominance, that wants to be right, that wants to be in charge, that wants to be in control, that secretly loathes the therapeutic process, secretly loathes the humbling of having to come and ask another adult for help, where the part of life that the ego, one part of the ego is going to be going, "You should be able to do that." And if we remind ourselves of our Sanskrit, that side of the ego is the ah Hum kaya. In Sanskrit, it was the ahamkara It is the ahamkara spoken of in Hinduism and Buddhism. That's the ego that we don't want. (00:37) Ego Based Issues in the Therapeutic Relationship (01:07) Humility Necessary for Change (02:02) Asking for Help (02:45) Step by Step Advice for Clients/therapists to Integrate Humility (04:07) How Does It Make You Feel to Ask for Help With the Issue? (04:32) My Hypothesis on How Putting Humility Back Into the System Accelerates Therapeutic Progress (05:59) Consciousness and Intent (07:28) Secret Hating of Therapy as Its Humiliating (09:43) The Thai Buddhist Monk as Therapist (12:08) Purifying the Intent of the Therapeutic Relationship (13:22) Guilt of People Leaving Narcissistic Cults (14:23) Running From Love for Fear of Vulnerability (14:59) Necessity of That Vulnerability and Rapport for Therapy to Work (15:39) Key Technique to Move Beyond Apparent Self Sabotage (16:28) Integrating the Ideas in This Video Into Therapy To join the new trauma recovery list click here https://forms.aweber.com/form/27/353806527.htm

On this episode of Play Time, we dive into the process of Child-Centered Play Therapy, name what that process is, and discuss difficulties clinicians can have in holding and believing in the power of play and relationship which is the bedrock of healing for children.As always, I can be reached at barnettchildtherapy@gmail.com. Check out barnettchildtherapy.com for more audio, video, and to learn about the child-centered children's book series.

The post Episode 13: Pacing of Therapeutic Process appeared first on Notice That.

The post Episode 13: Pacing of Therapeutic Process appeared first on Notice That.

In Episode 29. Luke talks to music therapist and GIM practitioner/trainer Martin Lawes. Martin qualified as a music therapist in 1999. Since then his work has been in special needs education, in adult mental health (including eating disorders, acute and forensic psychiatry) and in palliative care. He is a BAMT registered supervisor and has been visiting lecturer on several of the music therapy MA trainings. Martin is additionally qualified in Guided Imagery and Music, GIM. He is a former chair of both the Education and Training Committee, and the board of the European Association of Music and Imagery, EAMI. Martin is also an approved GIM trainer and founder of the London based Integrative GIM Training Programme which is delivered by a team of experienced GIM trainers and researchers from the UK, Europe and the US. Martin’s aspiration is that GIM will gradually become as established in UK music therapy as it is in some other European countries, with therapists equipped to use a range of research-based GIM and simpler Music and Imagery, or MI methods, that complement their existing ways of working and extend what they have to offer clients. Martin has published a number of articles. One is about the evaluation of music therapy with children with autism. Others are about the application of contemporary psychoanalytic thinking to music therapy and about GIM. Martin currently has an article in press in the BJMT about the therapist’s use of reverie, or ‘dreaming in music’ as he calls it, in improvisation-based music therapy. Luke and Martin talk about the music experience which led Martin to train in music therapy, about GIM and MI, and about ‘dreaming in music’. Information about GIM Information about GIM and training in it can be found at: www.integrativegim.org Publications Lawes M (2001) Aesthetic Experience and the Healing Process: The story of a Therapist's Rediscovery of Music. British Journal of Music Therapy, 15(1). Lawes M (2002) Beauty, Emotion and Music: Aesthetic Encounter in the Therapeutic Process. In J. Fachner & D. Aldridge (Eds.), Dialogue and Debate - Conference Proceedings of the 10th World Congress on Music Therapy, Oxford, England (pp. 1040-1068). Witten, Germany: MusicTherapyWorld.Net. Available at: http://www.wfmt.info/WFMT/2011_World_Congress_files/Proceedings%20Oxford_2002.pdf Lawes M (2012) Reporting on outcomes: An adaptation of the ‘AQR-instrument’ used to evaluate music therapy in autism. Approaches: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Music Therapy, 4(2), 110-120. Available at: http://approaches.gr/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Approaches_422012_Lawes_Article.pdf Lawes M (2013) Meaning, dreaming, relating and levels of consciousness in music psychotherapy: a psychoanalytic, developmental and transpersonal paradigm. Journal of Music and Meaning, 11:  85-132. Available at: http://www.musicandmeaning.net/articles/JMM11/LawesJMM11.pdf   Lawes M (2016) Perspectives on the real, the imaginary and the music in GIM. Journal of the Association for Music and Imagery, 15, pp. 93-124. Lawes M (2017) Music as dynamic experience of unfolding wholeness in Guided Imagery and Music (GIM): A psychoanalytic, musical, transpersonal and trans-scientific paradigm. Approaches: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Music Therapy, Special Issue 9(2): 275-299. Available at: http://approaches.gr/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/8-Approaches-9-2-2017-lawes-a20171222.pdf Lawes M (in press) On Improvisation as Dreaming and the Therapist’s Authentic use of Self in Music Therapy. British Journal of Music Therapy.

Shawn is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified Addiction Counselor (CACII). Over the past 14-years, he has facilitated more than 9,000 therapy sessions, mostly focused on addressing male rage, anger and violence. Our conversation retraces Shawn's personal journey in becoming a therapist & how anger grows out of emotional repression, trauma and fear. We also discuss the positives and negatives of the therapeutic process + the dangers of becoming a "healer" of any kind before addressing ones own personal healing. Shawn's Book Recommendations: The Body Never Lies by Alice Miller & The Wild Edge of Sorrow by Francis Weller. Find Shawn at nd4life.com. Song featured: "Hot Tears" by Leif Vollebekk  How to support the show: Rate, review and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! Support my work on Patreon and get access to bonus episodes & more! Find me on Instagram Get full access to A Millennial's Guide to Saving the World at anyakaats.substack.com/subscribe

What the therapeutic process is and how to make it work for you.

Therapy is a powerful tool for anyone, and today we’ll focus on the role of therapy for someone who is struggling with addiction. My guest, Josiah, is a licensed therapist who has been in the addiction industry for around five years. He has a past history of addiction, so he deeply understands this topic from various angles. Early in our conversation, we’ll take a deep dive into why asking whether a therapist has struggled with addiction is the wrong question. This is a common question for addicts to ask, but we compare it to asking an oncologist whether she has ever had cancer before letting her treat yours. We’ll also explore the importance of vulnerability, what to expect when you start going to a therapist for the first time, and much more. Show Notes [01:23] Tom introduces today’s guest, Josiah, a licensed therapist. [01:59] Josiah tells listeners a bit about himself and explains how he got into therapy and the addiction industry. [03:15] What does Josiah say to the opinion that a therapist should have personal experience with addiction? [05:23] Josiah shares something else that he tells people who are concerned about their therapist having had an addiction problem. [07:18] We hear Josiah’s thoughts on the root behind the question of whether a therapist has a history of addiction. [11:18] Why would someone want to see a therapist? [14:37] Tom elaborates on the role of vulnerability in what Josiah has been talking about. [16:39] Outside of drug addiction and alcoholism, who should really see a therapist? [19:45] We learn about the #1 thing that Josiah tries to do in his therapy practice. [21:40] Tom points out that you need to get through the uncomfortable to have growth. [23:25] “What you put into therapy is what you’re going to get out of it,” Josiah explains. [25:20] What should someone expect if they’re walking into a therapist’s office for the first time? [28:20] The length of therapy is determined between the therapist and the client, Josiah points out. [29:35] Tom talks about people’s expectations of the length of therapy, and how it relates to holding onto control. [31:08] Josiah talks more about the potential expectations when you start therapy, and why they’re problematic. [33:55] How do you know when you’re done with therapy? [37:01] Josiah shares his final thoughts for listeners, pointing out that therapy isn’t about whether there’s something wrong with you. Links and Resources: Al-Anon

Elizabeth Winkler, MFT incorporates mindfulness and meditation in her therapy work to help accelerate her client’s productivity, personal growth, ability to create better personal relationships and deepening the therapeutic process exponentially. Elizabeth calls mindfulness the “bullet train to freedom.” She works in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles with individuals, couples and families. Two years ago Elizabeth founded and created a mindfulness process called “Heart Surgery”. She has taught the Heart Surgery process to many children around the nation, and recently brought Heart Surgery to Sierra Leone, Africa for Tiffany Person’s nonprofit organization, Shine On Sierra Leone. Additionally, Elizabeth has provided therapy on BRAVO and OWN Oprah’s Network, and is a featured blogger on Laura Wasser’s divorce platform, IT’s Over Easy, and has brought her mindfulness teachings into classrooms, homes, to athletes across the country, mothers, children. Elizabeth shares her struggle with her own postpartum experiences after the birth of her two children and discusses what helped her through that challenging time, especially as a woman who's mother died while in the first year at college. Elizabeth has offered to send the first 5 people who reach out to her through her email, elizabeth@elizabethwinkler.com, a Heart Surgery Kit. Some of the Apps and websites Elizabeth and I mentioned in the podcast:Bright Minds app, Insight Timer App, Calm App, and The Love Experiment. And to find out more about her "snow globes" with mantra cards, please email her.   Email: elizabethwinkler.com Heart Surgery Kit Email: heartsurgerykit.com IG: heartsurgerykit  IG: ewinklertherapy If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe! And take a moment to leave a positive comment - thank you, and Namaste

Intro: the failure of therapy. Intensity trumps taste (3:30). Why women laugh at groin shots (8:45). Why Russians are the best gymnasts, and what this teaches us about psychology (11:00). The five stages of the therapeutic process (18:30). (education, awareness, acceptance, process, action) Gobekli Tepe aside (38:30). What to do when your girlfriend withholds sex (41:45). Whether Stoicism is about being emotionless (45:00). Why you get more anxious at night (49:30).animus AT animusempire DOT com

In this adventurous conversation with sex-worker and workshop facilitator Seani Love, the conversations draws many parallels and connections between therapy and kink.  This is a conversation deep in the details of how to use kink for liberation and empowerment in a way that probably isn’t for everyone, but can do laps around ‘talk therapy’ when […]

In a rebroadcast of episode two,  we explore the breadth and depth of emotions so listeners can use what we discuss to help enrich lives or help protect from or reduce harm.  We focus on the roles #emotion #credibility and #deception play in the workplace. In this episode we talk with SJ Lennie who is a DI at Greater Manchester Police who is taking a sabbitcal to complete her PHd at Manchester Metropolitan University.  Her area of research, emotional inauthenticity and the psychological impact of emotional labour of police officers.  Having been a police officer for 15 years with a successful career at Hampshire and Greater Manchester Police and a detective inspector. We talk about the impact that organisational rules and culture have on both the emotions that you are allowed to display and to feel.  This conversation boradens out into the coping mechanisms and strategies that police officers use to help navigate the emotional labour (the emotions they feel) and the emotional work (working with others emotions) that is required in their job.  Some examples of these coping mechanisms include; suppression, repression, alcohol and acting.  Interestingly, SJ's personal experience and her research is showing that the majority of strategies that are used are psychologically unhealthy for the officers. Finally we bring the conversation together to think about what we the listeners can learn and take from this into our daily lives or into our workplaces. We talk with each other about a variety of research papers and books and you can find links to them all here:   Goffman, E. On facework http://anthropology.msu.edu/anp420-us14-ss1/files/2012/06/4.-Goffman-On-Face-work.pdf Hochschild, A. R. (2003) The Managed Heart. The commercialization of human feeling. 20th Anniversary Edition ed., London: University of California Press. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Managed-Heart-Commercialization-Human-Feeling/dp/0520272943/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1494404818&sr=8-3&keywords=Arlie+hochschild Stevens, A. (2001) Jung: A very short introduction. Oxford: Oxford University Press. http://learningsources.altervista.org/Jung_a_short_introduction.pdf Pennebaker, J.W. (1997) ‘Writing about Emotional Experiences as a Therapeutic Process’. Psychological Science, 8(3) pp. 162 - 166.https://www.researchgate.net/profile/James_Pennebaker/publication/243785750_Writing_About_Emotional_Experiences_as_a_Therapeutic_Process/links/571e3c1a08aed056fa226995/Writing-About-Emotional-Experiences-as-a-Therapeutic-Process.pdf?origin=publication_detail Pennebaker, J.W. and Seagal, J.D. (1999) ‘Forming a Story: The Health Benefits of Narrative’. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 55(10) pp. 1243 - 1254.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11045774 Liberman, M.D., Eisenberger, N.I., Crockett, M.J., Tom, S.M., Pfeifer, J.H. and Way, B.M (2007) ‘Putting Feelings Into Words: Affect Labeling Disrupts Amygdala Activity in Response to Affective Stimuli’. Psychological Science, 18(5), pp. 421 - 428. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17576282

You know that feeling you get when someone puts you down? How about when you feel like you're doing everything right but that one person tells you how you're doing it wrong?   In segment one, I read an email from someone who gives me some critical feedback about how I communicate my message over the airwaves. He also tells me something I'm doing blatantly wrong. I share my reaction and the emotions I went through, and what you yourself probably go through when someone points out something that you did wrong as well. Sometimes there is truth in what they say. It can hurt and help at the same time. And, more importantly, can we see a bit of ourselves in the critical person?   In segment two, I read a message from someone who has no idea how to start a therapeutic process. He isn't sure where to begin with his many challenges and isn't sure how anyone could even help him. I outline the steps to starting a journey of getting help for whatever issues you are dealing with, giving you questions to ask yourself and resources to utilize.   In segment three, what happens to you after going through a lot of emotional pain from the death of loved ones? One listener says it's like damage to your soul that can never be repaired. Is it repairable? How can you deal with a lot of death in your life? When does the grieving end? There are always ups and downs to grieving but hopefully after listening to this episode there will be more ups.   The soul, or spirit, or psyche, however you want to see it, can feel like it's missing something. It's time to rebuild what's missing. It's not replacing it, it's nurturing that part of you that needs it most.   Today's episode is sponsored by Casper Mattresses. Visit and use the promo code brain for $50 off a mattress today.

This podcast is about sharing ideas, insights, research and experiences around emotion in the workplace.  Here we explore the breadth and depth of emotions so listeners can use what we discuss to help enrich lives or help protect from or reduce harm.  We focus on the roles #emotion #credibility and #deception play in the workplace. In this episode we talk with SJ Lennie who is a DI at Greater Manchester Police who is taking a sabbitcal to complete her PHd at Manchester Metropolitan University.  Her area of research, emotional inauthenticity and the psychological impact of emotional labour of police officers.  Having been a police officer for 15 years with a successful career at Hampshire and Greater Manchester Police and a detective inspector. We talk about the impact that organisational rules and culture have on both the emotions that you are allowed to display and to feel.  This conversation boradens out into the coping mechanisms and strategies that police officers use to help navigate the emotional labour (the emotions they feel) and the emotional work (working with others emotions) that is required in their job.  Some examples of these coping mechanisms include; suppression, repression, alcohol and acting.  Interestingly, SJ's personal experience and her research is showing that the majority of strategies that are used are psychologically unhealthy for the officers. Finally we bring the conversation together to think about what we the listeners can learn and take from this into our daily lives or into our workplaces. We talk with each other about a variety of research papers and books and you can find links to them all here:   Goffman, E. On facework http://anthropology.msu.edu/anp420-us14-ss1/files/2012/06/4.-Goffman-On-Face-work.pdf Hochschild, A. R. (2003) The Managed Heart. The commercialization of human feeling. 20th Anniversary Edition ed., London: University of California Press. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Managed-Heart-Commercialization-Human-Feeling/dp/0520272943/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1494404818&sr=8-3&keywords=Arlie+hochschild Stevens, A. (2001) Jung: A very short introduction. Oxford: Oxford University Press. http://learningsources.altervista.org/Jung_a_short_introduction.pdf Pennebaker, J.W. (1997) ‘Writing about Emotional Experiences as a Therapeutic Process’. Psychological Science, 8(3) pp. 162 - 166.https://www.researchgate.net/profile/James_Pennebaker/publication/243785750_Writing_About_Emotional_Experiences_as_a_Therapeutic_Process/links/571e3c1a08aed056fa226995/Writing-About-Emotional-Experiences-as-a-Therapeutic-Process.pdf?origin=publication_detail Pennebaker, J.W. and Seagal, J.D. (1999) ‘Forming a Story: The Health Benefits of Narrative’. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 55(10) pp. 1243 - 1254.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11045774 Liberman, M.D., Eisenberger, N.I., Crockett, M.J., Tom, S.M., Pfeifer, J.H. and Way, B.M (2007) ‘Putting Feelings Into Words: Affect Labeling Disrupts Amygdala Activity in Response to Affective Stimuli’. Psychological Science, 18(5), pp. 421 - 428. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17576282

Welcome to episode 68 of the Therapy Chat Podcast with host Laura Reagan, LCSW-C. This is the third episode in the integrative mental health series featuring Lisa Mitchell. She became a therapist 20 years ago — and for the first 10 years of her private practice, taught thousands of therapists how to integrate art into their work safely and effectively. As she walked along her teaching path, she made a surprising discovery. Most of the therapists she met already identified as “creative types” — but most were nervous about incorporating “creativity” into their work, with clients.  In the episode, Lisa talks about the work she does, working in her private practice in Sacramento, California. Her two niche categories of people she works with are teens and professional women, she helps them to work more with art to understand themselves better and to find experiences that help them resolve the issues going on in their lives. She also touches upon of the five stages of the creative process and how the therapist and client can embrace the vulnerable space of being curious, open and collaborative, helping to navigate the creative process together.  Resources http://www.innercanvas.com Creativity as Co-Therapist: The Practitioner's Guide to the Art of Psychotherapy (Book)  Visit Therapy Chat website at Http://therapychatpodcast.com and send host Laura Reagan a voice message letting her know what you think of Therapy Chat! Did you like this episode? Did you dislike it? Let her know! Thank you for listening to Therapy Chat! Please be sure to go to iTunes and leave a rating and review, subscribe and download episodes.

008 – Real-World Counselling – Hidden Conditions – Immediacy – Therapeutic Process In the eighth episode of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Ken Kelly and Rory Lees-Oakes discuss how counselling in the real world differs from skills practice in the classroom. ‘Theory with Rory' looks at the hidden conditions of Carl Rogers, and Ken examines the skill […] The post 008 – Real-World Counselling – Hidden Conditions – Immediacy – Therapeutic Process appeared first on Counselling Tutor.

008 – Real-World Counselling – Hidden Conditions – Immediacy – Therapeutic Process In the eighth episode of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Ken Kelly and Rory Lees-Oakes discuss how counselling in the real world differs from skills practice in the classroom. ‘Theory with Rory’ looks at the hidden conditions of Carl Rogers, and Ken examines the skill… The post 008 – Real-World Counselling – Hidden Conditions – Immediacy – Therapeutic Process appeared first on Counselling Tutor.

with Sylvia Brinton Perera, MA Just as earth is source, support, and home to humankind, so the mother’s body is source, support, and home of each infant. When the individual’s primal bond is scarred by basic faults, therapy often involves the female analysand’s falling through the painful wounds of the…Read MoreMother Earth Body Self: Therapeutic Process as Return and (Re-) Emergence

This podcast is a continuing conversation from the previous podcast. I'm speaking with black therapist and trainer, Patmarie Coleman and white therapist and trainer, Niki Cooper about their experience of supplementing their previous psychotherapy training with learning concepts and ideas that support their empathic approach to their black and Asian trainees. My guests will also be talking about the challenges and rewards of undertaking this important journey. www.baatn.org.uk

In this podcast I'm speaking with a black therapist, Kris Black and a white therapist and trainer, Celia Levy about their experience of supplementing their previous psychotherapy training training with learning concepts and ideas that support their empathic approach to their black and Asian clients and students. My guests will also be talking about the challenges and rewards of undertaking this important journey.

This edition of the podcast features a conversation with Dr Isha Mckenzie-Mavinga who is an Integrative Transcultural Psychotherapist, Reiki practitioner, trainer, and supervisor. She is also author of ‘Black Issues in the Therapeutic Process’ and ‘In Search of Mr Mckenzie’. She gives us a very intimate and personal narrative of her life as a child in care and her life as a young woman fighting to keep her baby from adoption and from having the life she had in care. She then goes on to talk about her experience of finding her voice during her training as a counsellor and later when she became the trainer coming to the realisation that white people hurt too in this space. She also talks about her book, which is about the process of dialogue around black issues as well as her future projects.