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Redwood WellbeingA Peaceful Alternative to the New Year Diet.Hello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this mini episode, I discuss;The 'all or nothing' eating mindset that many women have around Christmas/New year.The unhelpful pattern of overeating at Christmas only to restrict in the New year. My personal story of new year...
2025-12-2221 minRedwood WellbeingWhy We Shouldn't Give Food Rewards to KidsHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this mini episode I discuss;Food rewards being unhelpful because they;-Encourage extrinsic motivation-Are a form of Operant Conditioning-Create a food hierachy instead of neutrality-Build an emotional link...
2025-11-2118 minRedwood WellbeingNavigating Party Food with KidsHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode, I discuss;The challenges parents face with their child and party food.Strategies to support your child before the party.Tips for handling different party food scenarios with your child and what it looks like to use...
2025-10-1343 minRedwood WellbeingHope through an Eating Disorder with Lexi CrouchHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.It's Body Image and Eating Disorder Awareness Week (BIEDAW), and in this episode I'm joined by Eating Disorder Coach, author, and former Eating Disorder sufferer, Lexi Crouch. We discuss:Her journey through Anorexia Nervosa from childhood and the...
2025-09-0555 minRedwood WellbeingThe Secret Burden of an Eating Disorder with Ashlee ThomasHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode, I'm joined by Ashlee Thomas from The Secret Burden, who is on a mission to make a change in lives of those affected by eating disorders. We discuss;Ashlee's journey with Anorexia Nervosa and her...
2025-08-2935 minRedwood WellbeingGendered Messages About Food and Body Image to our KidsIn this mini episode, I discuss:The messages we send to boys v girls about food and their bodies.How we sometimes talk about girls and food.How we sometimes talk about boys and food. How these messages impact intuitive eating.What parents can do to prevent gendered language around food and bodies.Link to Division of Responsibility episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2JGQjoTA8lPDcjbUqUP9wq?si=3pbQ1YaZREWPi0lLxcB1sgIf you'd like to be a part of the Redwood Wellbeing community, you can subscribe to my podcast, and follow...
2025-07-2517 min
Healing + Human PotentialHow To Keep Love Alive After 16+ Years — Alyssa Nobriga On Real Intimacy | EP 98 What actually keeps a relationship strong after 16+ years? In this episode, my friend Charlie interviews me about the real tools that keep love alive long-term. We talk about how to move through conflict, regulate your nervous system before hard conversations, and communicate in ways that build safety instead of shutdown. I also share personal stories from my 16+ year relationship with Emilio — how we keep the spark alive, what it means to repair after a rupture, and why most communication issues aren't about what's said, but what's left unspoken. We go into childhood patterns, triggers, and how to shift from blame to c...
2025-07-221h 00
The Spiritual RideEp. 36- How to Quantum Leap Using the Law of AssumptionIf you’ve been trying to quantum leap into your dream life but keep wondering “am I doing it right?” — this episode is for you. I’m breaking down how the Law of Assumption and Quantum Leaping work together, how I’ve used them to collapse timelines, and what most people misunderstand about “living in the end.”We’ll talk identity shifts, the truth about “feeling it real,” and how parallel versions of you are literally guiding you into the next timeline (yes, this includes my own story of a dream that changed my entire life).If you’ve ever said...
2025-07-1617 minRedwood WellbeingWhy we should meet our child's EVERY emotional needIn this mini episode, I discuss;The damaging opinion that a child's emotional needs don't always need to be validated or acknowledged.The impact emotional neglect can have on a child's wellbeing.How I try to always meet my children's emotional needs, even when it's hard.The connection between poor emotional health and food relationships.How emotional validation doesn't mean we have be permissive parents.Get your free ebook here: The Emotional Eater's Repair Guide https://www.redwoodwellbeing.com.au/freebiesIf you'd like to be a part of the Redwood Wellbeing community...
2025-07-0418 minRedwood WellbeingEmotional Manipulation at MealtimesHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this mini episode, I talk about;What emotional manipulation at mealtime meansCommon examples of emotional manipulation at mealtimesWhy emotional manipulation is unhelpful to a child's food relationshipPositive alternatives and phrases you can useSupporting yourself in making changes...
2025-06-1122 minRedwood WellbeingInspiring lifelong physical activity in kids with Georgie Trickett and Libby Trickett.In this episode I'm joined by Georgie Trickett and Libby Trickett - hosts of 'Play On' and 'Sportish' podcasts.They share with us;Their own journeys with physical activity over the yearsThe importance of kids having fun with movementThe danger of pushing a child too much in sportWhy specialising in one sport too early is detrimental to a child's long term relationship with movement.Being aware of our own motives behind encouraging our children in sportHow 'fun' looks different for every child in physical activityHow schools can better support kids in PE and sport...
2025-05-2946 minRedwood WellbeingWhat to say when your child asks; 'Is this food good for me?'In this mini episode I outline;Why kids ask if a food is 'good' for them.What do we mean by 'good'?Why answering 'yes' or 'no' to this question can be problematic.How we can respond instead without labelling food.Examples of scripts to use when talking about different foods.Why it's important to model neutral language about food around our children. You can download my free guide for parents - Explaining Nutritional Benefits of Food to Children - here:https://www.redwoodwellbeing.com.au/freebiesYou can shop my posters...
2025-05-2320 min
Deep and FunnyHeads up, life said nahPopping in to let you know there’s no new episode this week because Alyssa is moving! We’ll be back next week and back on schedule after that! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-2100 minRedwood WellbeingSupporting Your Child's Gut Microbiome with Kirsty Wirth from Kultured WellnessHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode, I'm joined by guest Kirsty Wirth, founder of Kultured Wellness. Kirsty is an expert in the field of gut health, and works passionately to help families improve their gut-brain connections through a range of supportive products and services.
2025-05-1741 minRedwood WellbeingHow are sweet food preoccupations formed?In this mini episode, I outline;What a sweet food preoccupation meansHow children exist along a continuum with their relationship with sweet foodWhat the research suggests about a genetic predisposition for sweet food preoccupationsHow a child's environment can create or enhance their preoccupation with sweet food.If you'd like to be a part of the Redwood Wellbeing community, you can subscribe to my podcast, and follow me on Instagram @redwoodwellbeingYou can also book in a free 1:1 consult for your own or your child's body image/intuitive eating on my website www.redwoodwellbeing.com...
2025-05-0816 minRedwood WellbeingEaster Q&AHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode, I answer some of your questions about your child's eating at Easter including;Can I hold off introducing chocolate to my 3 year old?Is it a preoccupation if my child compares their chocolate stash to thier siblings...
2025-04-2231 minRedwood WellbeingSupporting Your Child's Intuitive Eating at EasterHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode, I explain how to support your child's positive food relationship at Easter through;Helping to foster an abundance mindset in your child in the lead up to Easter.Reducing your child's scarcity mindset around chocolate.Preparing your...
2025-04-1334 minRedwood WellbeingEmpowering teens to build positive food relationships with Angelica PupilloHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode, I'm joined by Angelica Pupillo, a clinical nutritionist and founder of This Is Your Body who provides evidence based advice to school students to help improve their relationship with food and their body. Angelica chats with...
2025-04-0349 minRedwood WellbeingHandling lunchbox policing at school or daycareHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this mini episode I discuss;Lunchbox Policing in Schools: Schools often have food policies, but this can sometimes lead to harmful practices like telling kids what to eat or what order to eat in.Impact on Children’s Relationship wi...
2025-03-2117 minRedwood WellbeingCreating mindful mealtime routines with Jodie CrowleyHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode, I'm joined by mother of 3 and founder of Mindful Mealtime, Jodie Crowley.Jodie chats with us about;Growing her business, Mindful Mealtime and how she's helping families become more mindful as they gather together over...
2025-03-1340 minRedwood WellbeingRaising Awareness: Embracing the Beauty of Down Syndrome with Renee KerstenHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this mini episode I'm joined by mother of three, Renee Kersten, who shares with us about;Her motherhood journey with her son Julian who has Down Syndrome.His food relationship progression over the years and what is helping him...
2025-03-0619 minRedwood WellbeingWhat is Food Habituation?Hello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In today's episode, I discuss:What Food Habituation meansHow the neural pathways in the brain translate to food preoccupation The role of neuroplasticity in food habituationHow you can help your child habituate with certain foods at homeStrategies you can implement...
2025-02-2129 minRedwood WellbeingRaising Confident Daughters with Brooke RiddleHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In today's episode, I'm joined by mum of two and business owner, Brooke Riddle, who shares with us;Her body image journey transition from pre kids to motherhoodHow she parents intentionally to support her daughter's body imageThe shifts she's made...
2025-02-1342 minRedwood WellbeingSupporting Your Child's Mindfulness at MealtimesHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this mini episode, I discuss;What mindful eating meansThe ways we can encourage our child to eat mindfullySome barriers to mindful eating for children and ways to overcome these barriersIf you'd like to be a part...
2025-02-0718 minRedwood WellbeingA mum's long term goal for her child's food relationship with Emma PennellHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode I'm joined by mother of two and Holistic Nutritionist Emma Pennell from @the.thriving.life, as she shares with us how she's navigating the challenges in supporting her boys' long term food relationship. Emma shares;...
2025-01-3151 minRedwood WellbeingA mother's journey through her daughter's fear of foodHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode I chat with a friend about the tumultuous journey she's been on the past year with her daughter's struggles with eating. She shares;The ways she's been navigating her daughter's anxiety over the course of a year...
2024-12-2024 minRedwood WellbeingCreating a Positive Emotional Atmosphere at MealtimesHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode;What the emotional atmosphere at mealtime means, and what negative and positive atmospheres look likeWhy a positive emotional atmosphere is so important for a child's food relationship and the long term implications of a negative emotional climate...
2024-12-1524 minRedwood WellbeingHow to talk about nutrition labels with your childHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode I discuss;Nutrition Information Panels (NIP's) and how to explain them age appropriately.The importance of using neutral language to inform without demonising foodThe ingredient list on a packaged food and what some of the ingredients and...
2024-12-0536 minRedwood WellbeingFat is Fat and That is That with Kim LawlerHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode, I'm joined by dietician and founder of Explore Nutrition, Kim Lawler.Kim talks to us about her book she co wrote called 'Fat is Fat and That is That', which helps parents and children to neutralise...
2024-11-2128 minRedwood WellbeingA body image healing journey with HannahHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode I'm joined by my old friend Hannah, who has been on a journey of healing her poor body image since childhood. She shares with us; Her insight into how we can make supportive choices as parents so...
2024-11-1435 minRedwood WellbeingHow to handle comments from family about your child's eatingHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode I discuss;Some common comments parents receive from extended family about their child's eating.How we need to be understanding of other people's perspectives when they disagree with our parenting decisions.To be united with your spouse...
2024-11-0741 minRedwood WellbeingHow to use an authoritative approach to our child's social media use with Jemma DoleyHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode, I'm joined by Psychologist Jemma Doley, who discusses with me;The harms of social media on a child's body image and food relationshipThe addictive nature of social mediaHow restriction is not always the answerWhat parents can do...
2024-10-3132 minRedwood WellbeingHow your child's resilience connects to their body image with Lauren GoughHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode, primary school counsellor Lauren Gough joins me to discuss;Her role as a counsellor and the prevalence of anxiety in childrenThe characteristics of a child with poor resilience and strong resilienceUnderstanding the connection between resilience and body...
2024-10-2430 minRedwood WellbeingFour ways to support your child's emotional connection to foodHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In today's episode, I talk about;What emotional eating means and why it's not all badExamples of emotional eating on both ends of the continuumWhy it's important to have a healthy emotional connection to foodHow to support your child's emotional...
2024-10-1829 minRedwood WellbeingFrom tummy to table: Your child's gut health & eating habits with Bec AxonHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode I'm having a casual chat with Naturopath and Nutritionist Bec Axon about better understanding of our child’s gut health and what it means for their eating habits and food relationship. We talk about the common wrestle parents ha...
2024-10-1129 minRedwood WellbeingShould you throw your bathroom scales out?Hello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode I discuss;How despite well meaning intentions from anti diet coaches to 'ditch the scales', this doesn't help you make peace with them because keeping them out of sight isn't a long term healing strategy.How our...
2024-10-1026 minRedwood WellbeingFrom healing to coaching: My food and body Image journeyHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In my very first episode (eek!) I give you a brief insight into my own food relationship and body image history, and how it all brought me here, to start redwood Wellbeing and be a part of the change we want to see in this world.I...
2024-10-0911 minRedwood WellbeingUsing the 'Division of Responsibility' with your fussy eaterHello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode we look at;The Satter Division of Responsibility (SDOR) approach to a child's eatingThe parent is responsible for the what, when and where of eating.The child is responsible for the how much and whether.How to...
2024-10-0912 minRedwood WellbeingDo you have to be body confident to model body confidence to your child?Hello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode I discuss:What body confidence and body acceptance meanThe ultimate outcome for our child to know acceptanceThe unrealistic expectation that they feel confident at all timesWhat to share and what not to share with our children about...
2024-10-0932 minRedwood WellbeingWhat is food neutrality and why is it important for our kids?Hello and Welcome to the Redwood Wellbeing Podcast, where each week I am dedicated to supporting parents on the journey of nurturing their child's healthy relationship with food and their body image. Through practical, everyday strategies and tips, I help you to become empowered to make a lasting difference in your child's wellbeing journey.In this episode, I talk about;What food neutrality means and how it's about removing moral value we often assign to foodWhat food neutrality does NOT include Ways we can talk about food in a morally neutral wayHow to talk...
2024-10-0932 minRedwood WellbeingWelcome to Redwood WellbeingWelcome to the Redwood Wellbeing podcast. My name is Alyssa Said and I'm a certified intuitive eating counsellor, body image coach, high school health teacher, and mother. Over a decade of struggling with poor body image and eating disorders, I knew I had to heal my relationship with food and my body—not only for myself, but for my future children. I was determined to break the cycle of dieting and body loathing and raise my children to accept their bodies and follow their intuitive eating cues. Now as a mother, I've discovered that so many parents sha...
2024-09-2602 min
Not For The FaintS1Ep14: Someone Said ItEpisode 14-Giddy up, listeners! Get ready for another episode as Summer & Alyssa wrap up the case of Lauren Agee. In this part 2 of last week's episode, Summer covers the evidence surrounding Lauren's tragic case and shares where it sits today.
2024-05-061h 05
Light After TraumaWhen Weekly Therapy Isn’t Enough with Sarah TatarskiMental health missionary Sarah Tatarski joins Alyssa on this week’s episode to discuss options for when weekly outpatient therapy just isn’t enough. Sarah discussed her experiences with alternative treatment options such as partial hospitalization programs, ketamine, and alpha-Stim. She also provides new perspectives on navigating some of the major flaws in the mental health system. Sarah Tatarski's Instagram: @vulnerableandnotafraid Adult Children of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families Info on the Alpha-Stim device Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.ligh...
2022-08-0946 min
Light After TraumaBorderline Personality Disorder (BPD): End the Stigma with Alyssa Scolari, LPCBorderline Personality Disorder, or BPD, is arguably the most misunderstood and widely stigmatized mental health disorder. Alyssa is here this week to set the record straight on what this disorder looks like, how it is related to trauma, and why we need to fight the stigma. Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Instagram: @lightaftertrauma We need your help! We want to continue to make g...
2022-07-1934 min
Light After TraumaWhat to Expect from the Healing Process with Alyssa Scolari, LPCEveryone's journey to heal looks a little bit different, but it is important to have a general knowledge of what to expect as well as the beauty that comes from putting in the hard work. Alyssa pulls from both her experience as a trauma therapist and her personal experience with recovering from an eating disorder and complex PTSD to discuss patterns she has noticed as we move along in our healing journeys. Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get...
2022-07-1235 min
Light After TraumaYour Body Has Always Been A Beach Body with Alyssa Scolari, LPCAlyssa has stepped away from the podcast this week while she works on a very exciting project for you all! This week, we are reaching back into the archives with a timely episode as summer heats up in the Northern Hemisphere! REDUX: Live your best life this summer as Alyssa offers advice to those of us grappling with a fear of wearing shorts, tank tops, and bathing suits this summer. Tune in for some inspiration so that this summer can be one where you embrace the incredible body you have - at any shape and size!
2022-06-2123 min
Light After TraumaSetting and Upholding Your Boundaries with Alyssa Scolari, LPCThis week brings the final episode in a series of discussions on setting boundaries. Pulling from Nedra Glover Tawwab's book, Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself, this week's discussion centers on the following: - 6 areas where setting boundaries is necessary - 3 steps to set healthy boundaries -What to do after setting boundaries -How to manage people's reactions to your boundaries Order Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Tawwab Nedra Tawwab's Instagram: @nedratawwab Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest app...
2022-06-0737 min
Light After TraumaPushing Past Our Fears About Setting Boundaries with Alyssa Scolari, LPC In this week’s episode, Alyssa continues the important discussion from last week surrounding boundaries. Pulling from Nedra Glover Tawwab’s book, Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself, this week’s discussion centers on the following: Different ways people might react to setting boundaries Why we are often afraid to set boundaries How we can push past our fears around setting boundaries Nedra Tawwab's Instagram: @nedratawwab Order Set Boundaries, Find Peace — Nedra Tawwab Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: ww...
2022-05-2400 min
Light After TraumaThe Different Faces of Depression with Alyssa Scolari, LPCDepression might be clinically diagnosed as a very specific set of symptoms, but it is often so much more than that. Does your depression cause you to over-function? Does it cause you to under-function? Has your pain ever been invalidated because your symptoms don’t look like the stereotypical symptoms of depression? If so, you are not alone! Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Instagram: @lightaftertrauma...
2022-05-1035 min
Light After TraumaHow to Improve Your Body ImageDiet culture and weight loss tools thrive off of making us hate our bodies. The good news is that you CAN reject the societal pressure to change your body and choose to love your body instead. In this week’s episode, Alyssa breaks down the necessary steps toward loving the body you have. Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Instagram: @lightaftertrauma We need...
2022-04-1927 min
Light After TraumaFinding the Right Therapist for YouWhere do I even begin to look for a therapist? How do I know what I can afford? How can I know if I’ve found the right therapist for me? If you’re thinking about getting a therapist but are feeling overwhelmed by all of it, this is the episode for you! Alyssa discusses some simple ways to begin looking for a therapist as well as how you can feel empowered in choosing the right person to help you on your healing journey. **Every donation to Patreon for the month of March will go to Doctors Withou...
2022-03-2935 min
Light After TraumaHow EMDR Can Help You Heal with Melissa Parks, LCSWREDUX: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is one of the leading treatments for PTSD. Melissa Parks breaks down how this therapy can help you recover and why it is so highly effective. NEW: Alyssa also shares her personal journey with starting this type of treatment. **Every donation to Patreon for the month of March will go to Doctors Without Borders to help support those injured in Ukraine. Alyssa will personally match your donation. See the podcast Patreon and learn more about Doctors Without Borders below!** Patreon Learn more about Doctors Wi...
2022-03-2250 min
Light After TraumaThe Five (5) Core Wounds, Part 2 with Alyssa Scolari, LPCChildhood trauma comes in a variety of different forms – no two trauma survivors have identical histories. However, what all trauma survivors have in common are experiences with the five core wounds that have led to depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health disorders. In this episode Alyssa talks about the last two (2) core wounds and how they manifest in adulthood (to hear about the first three (3) core wounds, please listen to episode 84). Alyssa also discusses how we can begin to heal from our core wounds. **Every donation to Patreon for the month of March will go to Doc...
2022-03-0834 min
Light After TraumaThe Five (5) Core Wounds, Part 1 with Alyssa Scolari, LPCChildhood trauma comes in a variety of different forms – no two trauma survivors have identical histories. What we do have in common, however, are experiences with the five core wounds that have led to depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health disorders. In this episode Alyssa talks about the first three (3) core wounds and how they manifest in adulthood. Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Ins...
2022-03-0135 min
Light After TraumaImposter Syndrome is Keeping You from Living Your Best Life with Alyssa Scolari, LPCImposter syndrome is the overwhelming feeling that we are phony or fraudulent in different areas of our lives. This psychological phenomenon causes us to attribute our successes or achievements to external circumstances rather than internal (i.e. “I only got a raise because my cousin is the boss”, “I only got an A on that test because the teacher likes me”). Imposter syndrome not only deprives us of self-love and validation, but it also stops us from having the confidence to achieve our future goals and dreams. Tune in to learn about ways to combat imposter syndrome! Source M...
2022-02-0841 min
Light After TraumaEpisode 79: What Does "Gaslighting" Really Mean? with Alyssa Scolari, LPCOver the last several years, the term “gaslighting” has gained significant popularity among adults and adolescents alike. “Gaslighting” is a term that has been around since the 1930’s, but what does it really mean? And are we, as a society, over-using/over-simplifying this term? The fact of the matter is that gaslighting is an insidious type of abuse that causes psychological and sometimes physical wounds that may take years or even decades to heal. Medical News Today source material Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.li...
2022-01-2545 min
Light After TraumaThe Tolerance Framework May Be Doing More Harm Than Good with Kristen Donnelly, MSW, M. Div, PhDKristen Donnelly (MSW, M.Div, PhD) is a TEDx speaker, international empathy educator, and researcher with two decades of experience in helping people understand the beauty in difference and the power in inclusivity. In this episode, Kristen warns of some of the dangers of the tolerance framework when it comes to inclusion and diversity. She offers a different alternative to this framework – one that will ultimately help us as a society to have better, more effective conversations and spew less violence and hatred toward one another. Kristen Donnelly TED Talk 1 Kristen Donnelly TED Talk 2 C...
2022-01-1835 min
Business of the V2021 Recap From Alyssa & RachelAlyssa couldn't have said it any better. It's been an unbelievable year in the world of vagina's and business.
This podcast was born from a desire to educate themselves and other people about the intersection of businesses creating solutions and solving problems for vaginal health.
We've released 30 episodes in 2021 with many more to come in 2022.
We've been overwhelmed by the excitement and the response to this podcast and can't wait to share what's coming up next!
If you found this podcast useful to you, please leave us a review on your f...
2021-12-3005 min
Light After TraumaAn Alternative Approach To New Year's ResolutionsFeeling overwhelmed by the push to make a New Year's Resolution? Tune in to learn more effective ways to create and achieve your 2022 goals. Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Instagram: @lightaftertrauma We need your help! We want to continue to make great content that can help countless trauma warriors on their journey to recovery. So, please help us in supporting the p...
2021-12-2819 min
Light After TraumaWhy Trauma Recovery Must Include Somatic Healing with Kaity Rose HolsappleTrauma severs the connection between our brains and our bodies, yet so much of Western culture encourages healing only from the chin up. On this week’s episode, Kaity Rose Holsapple, a Somatic Yoga Therapist, explains the many reasons why we cannot fully heal from trauma without addressing the healing within our bodies. Kaity's Website: https://www.hertemplehealing.com/ Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with t...
2021-12-2141 min
Light After TraumaMy Battle with Endometriosis with Alyssa Scolari, LPCEndometriosis is an excruciatingly painful disease that is common among those with female reproductive organs, yet, there is little awareness on the subject. If you've ever had extremely painful periods but have been told to just take birth control, then this week's episode is for you! Alyssa breaks down what endometriosis is and shares her own personal battle with this disease. Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check u...
2021-12-1442 min
Light After TraumaHow To Help Your Bereaved Child(ren) with Michele BenyoMichele Benyo became a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist after her six-year-old son died from cancer. After witnessing her young daughter’s intense grief over the loss of her brother, she knew she had to help other parents whose children are grieving the loss of their sibling. Michelle provides incredible insight on the ways in which children grieve and she shares tips for parents who are trying to support their bereaved kid(s). Michele Benyo's website: https://goodgriefparenting.com Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest...
2021-11-3041 min
Light After TraumaTips to Beat Binge Eating during the Holiday with Alyssa Scolari, LPCHoliday gatherings are a struggle for anyone who battles with an eating disorder. With society’s ever-growing encouragement to avoid “holiday weight gain”, it can feel harder than ever to be able to enjoy yourself during big meals. Tune into this week’s episode for tips on how to manage your eating disorder symptoms this holiday season (Spoiler alert: You should NOT go all day without eating in order to prepare for a big meal!). Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Wan...
2021-11-2336 min
Light After TraumaTips to Combat Seasonal Depression with Alyssa Scolari, LPCDaylight savings time and the decreasing temperatures have some of us feeling blue, but it doesn’t have to be this way! If the lack of sunlight and cold weather have you feeling down, tune in for some tips on how to thrive this winter. Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Instagram: @lightaftertrauma We need your help! We want to continue to make...
2021-11-1633 min
Light After TraumaSetting Boundaries with Family around the Holidays with Alyssa Scolari, LPCWhether you’ve gone no-contact with your family or are feeling anxious about being around family during the holidays, this week’s episode can help you figure out the best way to keep the joy alive during this holiday season. Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Instagram: @lightaftertrauma We need your help! We want to continue to make great content that can help...
2021-11-0934 min
Light After TraumaDoes Your Therapist Really Care?At some point during the therapy process, we have likely all had the thought “My therapist gets paid to care about me – they’re not expressing genuine care or concern.” On this week’s episode, Alyssa is tackling that myth and is explaining the many reasons why this thought is untrue. Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Instagram: @lightaftertrauma We need your help! We wa...
2021-11-0227 min
Light After TraumaWas It Bad Enough To Be Labeled "Trauma"?This episode is for those moments when we find ourselves wondering if what we went through is “bad enough” to be considered trauma. Tune in for a deep exploration of what trauma is and what it isn’t, as well as the differences between being triggered and being traumatized. Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Instagram: @lightaftertrauma We need your help! We want to...
2021-10-1932 min
Light After TraumaYou’ll Be Glad You Kept Fighting: One Woman’s Journey From Child Abuse with Christina VitaglianoChristina Vitagliano shares her story from enduring child abuse to going on to start a multimillion-dollar business and publishing her own memoir. She breaks down the ripple effects that child abuse had on her life and why some of the effects of child abuse hit much so much harder in adulthood. Christina's Website Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Instagram: @lightaftertrauma
2021-10-1239 min
Light After Trauma"I Don't Deserve To Heal" with Alyssa Scolari, LPCHave you ever felt like you just don’t deserve to be happy? Or more specifically, have you ever found yourself having self-harm urges or feeling suicidal after someone is genuinely kind to you? If so, you are not alone. Tune in to understand the reasons why this might happen as well as how you can train your brain to start accepting love and kindness. Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact wit...
2021-10-0532 min
Light After TraumaLiving With Your Head Detached From Your Body with Amy GuerreroAmy Guerrero is a trauma-informed recovery coach helping people on their journey of sobriety and healing from trauma. In this episode, she talks with Alyssa about why it can be dangerous to tell people struggling with addiction to “just quit”. She also shares about her own battle with addiction and how addiction actually saved her life - at first! Tune in to hear Amy's incredible story as well as her unique approach to helping others heal via a fully somatic experience. Amy's Website:https://www.thriveinrecoverywithamy.com Check out the Light After Trauma w...
2021-09-0737 min
Light After TraumaShedding Light on Self Harm with Alyssa Scolari, LPCAlyssa shares about her own battle with self harm and why we should never be writing self harm off as merely an attention-seeking behavior. Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Instagram: @lightaftertrauma We need your help! We want to continue to make great content that can help countless trauma warriors on their journey to recovery. So, please help us in supporting the po...
2021-08-3129 min
Light After TraumaYou Are Loved & You Never Deserved It with Johnny CrowderIn this week’s episode, Alyssa sits down with suicide and abuse survivor, Johnny Crowder, to talk about the seemingly "small things” that are hugely important to have in trauma recovery. Johnny opens up about his own journey from abuse survivor to now hosting his own podcast and being the CEO and founder of an app designed to help mitigate trauma symptoms. Johnny is an amazing warrior with so much love to give! Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want...
2021-08-2448 min
Light After TraumaThe Aftermath of Murder: Spreading Awareness on Homicide Survivors with Dr. Jan Canty, PhDDr. Jan Canty is a homicide survivor who seeks to spread awareness and garner more support for other homicide survivors. In this week’s episode, Dr. Canty explores the traumatic moment when she went from living a “normal” life to finding out that her husband was missing, then murdered. She explains her experience with traumatic loss and helps us to understand why so much more support is needed for those who are survivors (but still victims nonetheless) of homicide. Dr. Canty's Domino Effect of Murder Podcast What to Do When the Police Leave: A Guide to the...
2021-08-1043 min
Light After TraumaMini Episode 2: Survived & Thrived Stories, Alyssa's EscapeIn this unique episode of Survived & Thrived Stories, Alyssa breaks her silence about escaping from an abusive relationship. Almost 8 years to the day after her escape, Alyssa opens up about how she came to know and love a man who hurt her in unimaginable ways. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Instagram: @lightaftertrauma We...
2021-07-2927 min
Light After TraumaPart 1: Holding Space for All of the Feelings with Drew AssiniThe spiritual friend and guide that we know and love, Drew Assini, is back with a two-part episode! During his last appearance on the podcast, Drew shared about his journey from addiction to world traveler and spiritual guide. On this week’s episode, Drew and Alyssa dive deep into the feelings that are coming up for him as he finds himself back in his home state. You’ll love this candid conversation about the importance of holding space for all of the trauma-related emotions and doing so can be incredibly beneficial for the healing and recovery process. Drew...
2021-07-2036 min
Light After TraumaRelationships, Dating, and the Apologies We’ll Never Get with Bethany BartonAuthor Bethany Barton joins us on the podcast this week to talk about her brand new book, Apologies I Never Got. Alyssa and Bethany dive into a discussion on the wounds left by previous partners, both shallow and deep. Bethany gives advice on how we can accept the fact that we may never get the apologies we seek. She also gives advice on how we can move forward in life and find happiness and closure within ourselves instead of waiting on someone else to give it to us. Bethany's Website: www.apologiesinevergot.com Bethany's Instagram: @a...
2021-07-0638 min
Light After TraumaPart 1: The Role of Guilt and Shame in PTSD with Rebecca Christianson, LCSWFriend of the family and friend of the podcast, Rebecca Christianson, is back with a two-part discussion on the two emotions that trip us up the most when working through PTSD: Guilt and Shame. Tune into part 1 to find out if guilt and shame may be holding you back in your recovery. Rebecca's website: www.rebelliouswellnesscounseling.com Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us...
2021-06-1527 min
Light After TraumaPurity Culture and the Church Too Movement with Brian CattonThis week's episode sheds light on the harm that is perpetuated by purity culture as well as the abuse that can take place within the church. This episode is by no means a denunciation of God or religion. Rather, Brian, who is both a survivor of abuse in the church and a follower of Jesus Christ, sits down with Alyssa to discuss some of the dangerous ways in which religion can be manipulated by humans. Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com
2021-06-0846 min
Light After TraumaA Breakdown of the Chakra System with Dr. Alison J. Kay, PhDIn this week's episode, Dr. Alison J. Kay, PhD, gives us a thorough explanation of the ins and outs of the chakra system and how it can be used to aid in healing and recovery from trauma. Visit Dr. Alison's website Dr. Alison's Books on Amazon Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Instagram: @lightaftertrauma We need you...
2021-06-0142 min
Light After TraumaYour Body Has Always Been A Beach Body with Alyssa Scolari, LPCKick off Memorial Day Weekend with Alyssa as she offers advice to those of us grappling with a fear of wearing shorts, tank tops, and bathing suits this summer. Tune in for some inspiration so that this summer can be one where you embrace the incredible body you have - at any shape and size! Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Instagram: @lightaftertrauma
2021-05-2823 min
Light After TraumaHow Neurofeedback May Help to Rewire Your Brain with Leanne Hershkowitz, LPCThis week Alyssa sits down with friend, colleague, and Neurofeedback (NFB) clinician Leanne Hershkowitz, LPC. Leanne and Alyssa dive into some of the limitations of modern psychotherapy and how neurofeedback can help to fill in the gaps. Follow Leanne on Instagram to learn more about NFB @theneurofeedbackgal Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Instagram: @lightaftertrauma We need your help! We wa...
2021-05-2539 min
Light After TraumaA Functional Medicine Approach to Treating Autoimmune Diseases with Dr. Kylie BurtonWe know that trauma, if left untreated, can lead to a host of physical ailments, including autoimmune diseases (www.acestoohigh.com). In this week's episode, Alyssa shares about her own battle with being recently diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. She and her guest, Dr. Kylie, discuss a functional medicine approach to diagnosing and treating many physical ailments including chronic fatigue, sleep difficulties, autoimmune diseases, thyroid issues, and much more. Dr. Kylie's website: www.drkylieburton.com Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www...
2021-05-1139 min
Light After TraumaEquine Assisted Psychotherapy: The Healing Power of Horses with Jeanne Mahoney, LPCThis week's episode is a lively discussion about the benefits of Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) between Alyssa and Jeanne Mahoney, LPC. Jeanne is the executive director of Equine Assisted Therapy of New Jersey. Tune in to hear Jeanne share how horses have helped her heal from trauma and have even saved her life. Jeanne talks about the ways in which horses bring so much comfort and healing into our lives, especially for those of us who have a history of trauma. Learn More About Equine Assisted Therapy of NJ Check out the Light Af...
2021-05-0432 min
Light After TraumaHow EMDR Can Help You Heal with Melissa Parks, LCSWEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy can sound overwhelming at first, but Melissa Parks, LCSW, breaks everything down on this week's episode. She talks about the benefits of EMDR, expectations during the treatment process, and why she has developed such a passion for this type of therapy. Find out more about Melissa: Melissa on Instagram and TikTok Website: Melissa Parks Therapy - Counseling Couples, Counseling Women Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Wa...
2021-03-0941 min
Light After TraumaHealing from Trauma with the Awareness 5 with Owen MorganOwen Morgan opens up about his repressed memories of childhood abuse and his recovery journey. He expresses gratitude for his pain, as it ultimately led to him to fall in love with what it means to be human. Owen is now the host of a successful podcast, The Awareness Space, where he continues to dive into the human experience with people all over the globe. Check out Owen's incredible work: https://www.theawarenessspace.com Instagram: The Awareness Space #Podcast (@the_awareness_space) Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other ep...
2021-03-0250 min
Light After TraumaDitching Your Food Rules with Colleen ChristensenThe concept of intuitive eating is undoubtedly trending right now, yet the question remains, how do we do it? Where do we start? This week Alyssa talks with Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Colleen Christensen to dive into her intuitive eating journey and the specifics of how to begin. Find Colleen: colleenchristensennutrition.com @no.food.rules on Instagram and TikTok @the_socieaty on Instagram Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content a...
2021-02-2344 min
Light After TraumaFighting Through Disability with Megan GrannanLiving with a physical disability can come with an entire host of traumatic experiences. This week, Alyssa sits down with Megan Grannan, a warrior who was born with a rare form of dwarfism called Metatropic Dysplasia. Megan is realistic about not only the challenges she has had to face throughout her life, but also her many successes and accomplishments as a result of her refusal to ever give up! Megan's Instagram: @littlemeg212 See Megan share her story on YouTube: Metatropic Dysplasia. Megan Elizabeth Grannan is our very special guest. - YouTube Check o...
2021-02-1638 min
Light After TraumaTrauma, Eating Disorders, and Poodle Science with Dietician TiannaTianna and Alyssa discuss the different types of eating disorders and how they can be linked to trauma. Tianna is a dietician that teaches people how to ditch dieting and achieve food freedom by intuitive eating. Learn more about Tianna's work at: realisticrootsnutrition.com Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Instagram: @lightaftertrauma We need your help! We want to continue t...
2021-01-1939 min
Light After TraumaLife After Losing a Spouse with Toni Uzzalino, LPCToni Uzzalino opens about her recovery after the traumatic loss of her husband while raising two young children. Toni has taken her immense pain and grief and has transformed it into a life spent helping others. To learn more about Toni and her work, please visit https://www.toniuzzalinolpc.com Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Instagram: @lightaftertrauma We need yo...
2021-01-1244 min
Light After TraumaThe Life-Saving Power of Connecting with KidsMore often than not, the "bad kids" in this world are really just traumatized kids in immense amounts of pain. Tune in to this episode with Michael McKnight, co-author of Eyes Are Never Quiet and Unwritten-The Story of a Living System, to learn about how making a connection with kids who are hurting can often mean the difference between life and death. Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us...
2020-12-1546 min
Light After TraumaConsent and Boundaries: Equipping Children with the Tools to Prevent Sexual AbuseTune in for a candid conversation with consent educator and sexual literacy advocate, Rosalia Rivera. Rosalia dedicates her life to supporting sexual trauma survivors on educating their children about pleasure, consent, and boundaries in order to prevent abuse. Whether you're a parent or not, this open discussion about sexual pleasure and the importance of knowing our bodies is useful for all of us. To learn more about Rosalia's work, visit www.consentparenting.com Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com W...
2020-12-0844 min
Light After TraumaResiliency: Bringing Out the Comeback Kid in All of Us with Rebecca Christianson, LCSW, founder of Rebellious Wellness CounselingRebecca is back for her second episode on the LAT podcast! This time, she and Alyssa shift gears and talk about concrete ways to hone skills that will make us more resilient as we head into the second wave of a pandemic on top of the holiday season. For more on Rebecca's group practice, visit: rebelliouswellnesscounseling.com Articles referenced in this episode: https://johndabell.com/2018/05/01/the-7-cs-of-resilience/ https://www.apa.org/topics/resilience https://www.everydayhealth.com/wellness/resilience/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/lifespan-perspectives/202003/seven-skills-resilience Check out the...
2020-11-2446 min
Light After TraumaTrauma and Suicide Among Law Enforcement with Sean Grannan, Retired Police SergeantRetired police Sergeant, Sean Grannan Sr., joins Alyssa to discuss the prevalence of trauma and suicide among law enforcement. He has dedicated much of his career to spreading awareness and combatting the rates of suicide and PTSD among police. Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Instagram: @lightaftertrauma We need your help! We want to continue to make great content that can help co...
2020-11-1755 min
Light After TraumaMoving Through Grief with Rebecca Christianson, LCSW, founder of Rebellious Wellness CounselingGrief does not escape any of us. Whether you're mourning the death of a loved one, the ending of a relationship, or the loss of a pre-COVID world, this episode will speak to you. Join Alyssa for an emotional conversation with her mentor, Rebecca Christianson, as they discuss the grief process as well as the start-up of Rebecca's brand new group practice - Rebellious Wellness Counseling - accepting new clients now: https://rebelliouswellnesscounseling.com/ Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.c...
2020-11-1046 min
Light After TraumaElection Day Coping Strategies: We're All Going Through It!In this solo mini-episode, Alyssa talks about the current political climate in the United States as the Presidential election draws to a close. She offers different coping strategies for ways to manage the stress of the election on top of dealing with a global pandemic. Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get more great content and interact with the show? Check us out on Instagram: @lightaftertrauma We need your help! We want to continue to m...
2020-11-0323 min
Light After TraumaWhen Art Therapy and Neuroscience Collide with Denise Wolf, MA, ATR-BC, ATCS, LPC and Juliet King, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, LMHCDenise Wolf is back at it again! This week on the podcast, Denise teams up with Juliet King to discuss the science and validity behind art therapy as well as the incredible uses of art therapy in healing trauma. For more information on Denise Wolf, visit: https://mangataservices.com To check out Juliet King's book, visit: Art Therapy, Trauma, and Neuroscience: Theoretical and Practical Perspectives Check out the Light After Trauma website for transcripts, other episodes, Alyssa's guest appearances, and more at: www.lightaftertrauma.com Want to get...
2020-10-2744 min
What She Said!Sept 16, 2018 - Kelsi Mayne, Alyssa Edwards, Meridian's Dilys D'Cruz & more- Eating disorder survivor/specialist Kyla Fox talks adrenal fatigue and has tips for #women to avoid burnout - learn more: http://www.kylafoxcentre.com/
- Why women need to take control of their financial well being with Meridian Credit Union's Dilys D'Cruz - https://www.meridiancu.ca
- Our Producer Alex Simpson chats with drag superstar Alyssa Edwards in Toronto about her upcoming Netflix docuseries 'Dancing Queen,' who she's rooting for on RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 4 and more! Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/alexsimpsononline http://www.instagram.com/alyssaedwards_1
- Musicologist Eric Alper joins us for #OnTheRecord...
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What She Said!Oct 8, 2017 - D'Ont Poke the Bear, Alyssa Baker & more- How Ontario wine maker Andrew von Teichman's experience with bullying inspired D'Ont Poke the Bear - Learn more: www.dontpokethebear.com
- Registered Dietitian Angela Wallace with tips for having a healthy relationship with food - learn more: www.eatrightfeelright.ca
- Musicologist Eric Alper's list of happiest songs ever - brought to you by www.roar-group.com
- Top 5 ways that expert #financial advice can help small businesses with Life Coach Financial Strategies' Renée Rebelo - learn more: www.mylcfs.com
- Author Sherika Powell on her new book 'A Woman Unchained' about becoming free from childhood abu...
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