In this episode of Midlife With Courage, your host Kim introduces Zulma Williams, a licensed clinical social worker and mental health therapist.
Zulma shares her courageous journey from Buenos Aires, Argentina to Henderson, Nevada, detailing her experiences with skydiving, leaving an abusive job, and battling breast cancer.
Despite numerous challenges, Zulma pursued her dream of becoming a therapist, starting her studies at 42 and eventually establishing her private practice. Known as 'The Swearing Therapist,' Zulma's candid and direct approach resonates deeply with her clients. She emphasizes the importance of doing the work in therapy and not shying away from difficult self-discoveries.
Zulma's story is one of resilience and determination, offering inspiration and motivation to women navigating midlife challenges.
00:00 Welcome to Midlife With Courage
00:25 Meet Zulma Williams: Licensed Clinical Social Worker
01:05 Zulma's Journey from Argentina to America
09:31 Pursuing a Dream: From Accounting to Therapy
11:22 Overcoming Cancer and Continuing the Dream
16:13 The Role and Impact of Therapy
25:06 Guiding Friends to Realizations
25:39 Recognizing and Changing Patterns
26:08 The Painful Process of Therapy
28:10 Building a New Life
29:58 Life Experience Enhancing Therapy
30:44 Cultural Sensitivity in Therapy
33:58 Challenges and Barriers in Therapy
39:28 The Swearing Therapist
46:26 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
You need to follow Zulma on her Instagram account HERE. She shares her adventures and messages in a humorous and insightful way. (And with a little swearing mixed in.)
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Kim Benoy is a retired RN, Certified Aromatherapist, wife and mom who is passionate about inspiring and encouraging women over 40. She wants you to see your own beauty, value and worth through sharing stories of other women just like you.
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