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Make the Space with AshleyWeathering the Storm: Our Shared Experiences with Depressive EpisodesWe're back with another episode and we got returning special guest, Shaq! This episode we talk about what it's like to experience a depressive episode and how we make it through one. Enjoy!
2022-09-261h 07
Make the Space with AshleyHow a Man Benefited from My AbortionMy abortion story is one of sexual assault, trauma, manipulation, coercion, and entrapment. Listen to learn how my ex benefited from my abortion rights.
2022-06-2953 min
Make the Space with AshleyLiving Life with (some) RegretsOn this episode of Make the Space with Ashley, I have special guest Kasey Rodriguez talking openly with me about regrets. We get into what regrets we have, the pain they've brought us, what we've learned and how we're moving forward. Enjoy!
2022-01-141h 14
Make the Space with AshleyProtecting your Energy with Shaq: Thoughts, Advice and InsightJoin me while I chop it up with my bestie Shaq on protecting our energy. I hope you all learn from this as much as I didš Forgive me for the technical difficulties towards the end. I tried my best to fix this but I simply couldn't. For this episode, I didn't add any music so that way you can hear the audio as best you can due to the bad connection towards the end of our recording.
2021-11-281h 25
Make the Space with AshleyMusical Therapy with Souul TruuOn this episode I'm chopping it up with Souul Truu about his experience with music as a coping skill, healing, his new album, upcoming performances and more! Tune in to get to know Souul Truu
2021-11-0559 min
Make the Space with AshleyTodo Tiene Su Final: Grieving the Loss of FriendshipsOn this week's episode of Make the Space with Ashley I will be talking about something very emotionally difficult for me; grieving the loss of a friendship. I will be talking about what the grieving process has been for me, why I find it difficult to make friends now, and how I'm doing in my current friendships. I hope you appreciate it.
2021-10-2946 min
Make the Space with AshleyKlonopin was My Friend: Substance Abuse, Withdrawal and GrowthBack in 2016, I was prescribed Klonopin for my anxiety and I would abuse the drug as an "escape". Tune in to learn more about that experience.
2021-09-1136 min
Make the Space with AshleyARTIVISM with Sir Dominique JordanSir Dominique Jordan, a spoken word poet and Hip Hop Artivist by trade, an educator and community leader, CEO of Tru2You LLC as well as a husband and father of two young boys. He aims to inspire people through his artistic gifts and guide his many mentees through the dilemmas of everyday life using creative expression and Hip Hop culture in this new digital era. Tune in for the exclusive interview.
2021-09-011h 01
Make the Space with AshleyMy Blackout Episode: August 29th 2020Last summer I was navigating motherhood, post patrum depression and anxiety, a pandemic and working from home. It was a difficult time in my life. One night, I snapped, disassociated and injured myself. Tune in to hear all about it.
2021-08-2040 min
Make the Space with AshleyBe A Vessel: Mimi Gonzalez talks business, motherhood, faith and more!On this episode we have special guest Mimi Gonzalez talking about her business @bavessel , motherhood, and how faith along with a support system is incorporated into her mental well being. Be on the lookout for the drop maƱana!
Here's a little about Mimi
Founder of Be A Vessel
Wife to my high school sweetheart and mom to a three year old mini me! I love all things Marvel and Harry Potter. All though I may fail, I strive to live like Jesus each day ššš½
2021-08-1355 min
Make the Space with AshleyHow I Overcame being Fired in a PandemicI got fired in the middle of April in a middle of a pandemic. It sucked but here's how it all went down. I'm sure some people will listen to this and think I'm full of excuses and that I deserved to be fired. That's fine. I went through A LOT of changes and struggles to adjust. At the end of the day my daughtber and mental health comes first and for that, my previous job had to suffer.
2021-07-0634 min
Make the Space with AshleyOldest Child Syndrome: This is Our StoryAutumn is back with me to talk about oldest child syndrome. In this episode we bond over our shared experiences and the pros and cons of being the oldest in our household. Enjoy!
2021-05-211h 09
Make the Space with AshleyThe Hood Hippie Love Yourself InterviewMeet Brandon Allen: Founder of The Hood Hippie Love Yourself. Played Division 1 football at Towson University and graduated with a degree in Secondary Education. I am a Social Studies teacher at Towson High School. Brandon talks to us about his mental health journey and the origins of his brand "The Hood Hippie Love Yourself"
2021-05-1457 min
Before You Kill Yourself: a suicide prevention podcast.Ashley Effrece: 3x suicide survivor, postpartum and how poetry heals.Ashley Efrece, host of Make The Space With Ashley podcast, joins me to discuss: how the poetry, talk therapy and prescription meds have helped her cope with depression and anxiety. If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go toĀ www.thrivewithleo.com.Ā Letās get to tomorrow, together.Ā National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-TALK [800-273-8255]1-800-SUICIDE [800-784-2433]Teen Line (Los Angel...
2021-05-0741 min
Make the Space with AshleyChoppin' it Up with Leo FlowersOn this episode, I'm chopping it up with Leo about colonoscopys (lol), community, doing things with intention, gratitude and more! Here's a little about Leo: A Chicago native, former Div-I college athlete, with a Masters in Counseling/Psychology, Leo Flowers moved to LA to also add stand-up comedian, actor and podcaster to his resume. Quickly working his way into major comedy clubs and colleges across the country. His delivery has been described as āsmooth and deliberate.ā No two shows are ever alike, as heās always attacking the issues of the day and revealing personal anecdotes. Infusing stand up with storyt...
2021-04-3055 min
Make the Space with AshleyA Walking Miracle: Ethan VaughnEthanās story is of overcoming a near fatal car accident. Facing 99% of death vs 1% of life.Ā Ethan, with the power of prayers, hard work, determination, and courage to reclaim his life.
2021-04-2553 min
Make the Space with AshleyA Dynamic Duo: Rooted Lancaster LLC"We are Allie Lindt LMFT and Dana Hampton LPC, dynamic duo and co-owners of Rooted Lancaster LLC, a private mental health practice based in Lancaster city that specializes in trauma, relationships, stress management, and life transitions. We believe in challenging shame, creating a strong community, and that therapy is for everyone. Listen to us unfiltered on our first podcast appearance as we discuss our journeys as therapists, doing "the work", and starting a business during a pandemic."
Check out Root Lancaster at https://www.rootedlancaster.com/
2021-04-0956 min
Make the Space with AshleyOne Year Later: How are 1st Time Mothers Doing in the PandemicFor our final episode highlighting the stories of 1st time mothers in the pandemic, we have Abby sharing her journey with us.
"Hi everyone! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor, currently working as an Outpatient Therapist with Move Forward Counseling - a boutique private practice specializing in women's issues, though open to all! I love running, spending time outside with my dogs and chickens, and hanging out with my husband. In June, 2020, I gave birth to my daughter. The last year has been a wild ride, and I am hopeful for an eventual sense of...
2021-04-0552 min
Make the Space with AshleyOh We Talking Teams!?: All about Support SystemsIn this episode I'll talk a little about my support system, what is a support system etc and how and why you should have one too!
2021-03-2734 min
Make the Space with AshleyOne Year Later: How are 1st Time Mothers Doing in The PandemicMarch marks a year of being in this pandemic. We take a look into Jillian's first year of motherhood in a pandemic. Jillian is a Boston-based mamma, personal trainer, and pizza lover! She spends her days captivated by her baby girl and has found fun and happiness in taking dance lessons to combat her postpartum struggles. Being pregnant and giving birth during a pandemic has showed Jillian the true power of women and our bodies and how love and support can conquer all.
2021-03-1253 min
Make the Space with AshleyOne Year Later: How are 1st Time Mothers Doing in The PandemicMarch marks a year of being in this pandemic. We take a look into Madison's first year of motherhood in a pandemic. "I'm Madison but I usually go by Maddy! Iām a 22 year old first time mom and my daughter and I live in West Lafayette, Indiana. I love going out in nature with my daughter, reading, yoga, and Iām a bit of a home body."
2021-03-0853 min
Make the Space with AshleyThe Man of The Hour: Jona's Mental Health JourneyTo wrap up season 1 of Make the Space with Ashley, I got my best friend Jona sharing his mental health journey with us. Jona is an Afro Latino from New York raised in Lebanon, PA. He graduated from St. John's University studying Sports Management; where a career in the Major League Baseball Industry has allowed me to work/live in Miami, PA, DR and now back to NY.
2021-02-261h 04
Make the Space with AshleyThe Power of The Mind: A Testimony of How your Mind Can Control your BodyElo is a vivacious Afro-Latina from Dominican Republic who was born and raised in NY. Since the age of 11, she has lived in the Dominican Republic, Pennsylvania, Miami, and now Tampa where she works as a Digital Marketing Specialist. Elo will be sharing with us her testimony on how her mental health has affected her physically. Her story will surprise you and open some people's eyes in seeing that mental illness is REAL and not "all in your head".
2021-02-201h 14
Make the Space with AshleyThere's No Time Like the Present: Self love, Self Work & Breaking Generational CursesEpisode 18 I have special guest, licensed therapist, Johns Hopkins graduate and creater of The Soul Reasons, Autumn Walker. Autumn will be discussing with us what is self work, why we should choose to heal, and lastly breaking generational curses. Be sure to follow Autumn on Facebook and Instagram at The Soul Reasons.
2021-02-121h 01
Make the Space with AshleyLet's Talk About It: An Open Discussion on Breaking Stigma and Reaching the BIPOC CommunityOn this episode I'm having an open discussion on breaking stigma and reaching the BIPOC community on mental health issues. We have special guests; licensed therapist Taylor Chandler and mental advocate and social media influencer Joyful Black Boy aka Kelvin Clark weighing in. Enjoy!
2021-02-051h 02
Make the Space with AshleyClean Up Time: The Things We Can do for Our Mental HygieneHey everyone! This episode I talk about what is mental hygiene and what we can do to maintain good, healthy, mental hygiene. Enjoy!
2021-01-3155 min
Make the Space with AshleyFinding the One: The Search for a TherapistOn this episode I have my friend Jennie talking to me about the journey of finding a therapist. Jennie shares her experience, insight and advice on today's topic. Enjoy!
2021-01-2455 min
Make the Space with AshleyEarth's Little Angel: My Reason for LivingI had an epiphany on motherhood during the pandemic! Tuned in to hear what I have to share.
2021-01-2130 min
Make the Space with AshleyParentification: Growing up Too FastEpisode 13 I talk about what is parentification, the signs, how to recover from it and lastly my personal experience with it.
2021-01-1057 min
Make the Space with AshleyThe COVID-19 Vaccine: What this Means for MeOn December 30, 2020 I received my first shot of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. This episode I will touch on my experience, why I'm choosing to get vaccinated and what this vaccine means to me.
2021-01-0337 min
Make the Space with AshleyFamily Estrangement: A Time to HealTonight I talk about what is family estrangement and what that looks like between my parents and I.
2020-10-2143 min
Make the Space with AshleyEmotional Support Animals: A True LifesaverThis episode I give you guys the info on everything emotional support animals and touch on my experience with mine; my pitbull Athena.
2020-10-1632 min
Make the Space with AshleyHow to Talk to Someone with Depression: The Do's and Don'tsIn this episode we talk about toxic positivity and how to tackle it as well as how to talk to someone with depression.
2020-10-0841 min
Make the Space with AshleyAfter an Attempt: Meli's Healing JourneyMeli is a 27 year old proud Puerto Rican from New York City. As a recent graduate from Queenās College Urban Affairs Masterās program; Meli found her passion working with children and young adults involved in the foster system. After her older brotherās suicide attempt 2 years ago, Meli was motivated to begin her healing journey which continues today..
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2020-09-141h 05
Make the Space with AshleyTo Medicate or Not to Medicate: My Experience with Medication and PsychiatristsToday I will be talking about the laundry list of meds Iāve tried along with my experience with some psychiatrists.
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2020-09-0739 min
Make the Space with AshleyFor the Love of Hip-hop: Music as a Coping MechanismEpisode 5 I have Sammy Rivera from Epiphany Sports sharing his mental health journey along with what hip-hop artists, songs, and albums have got us through our dark times. Enjoy!
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2020-08-311h 05Make the Space with AshleyEssential Workers: A Teacher's Experience during COVID-19Angie Hernandez, NYC 9th grade social studies gives us an inside look on how the pandemic has affected her students, colleagues and herself all while staying mentally healthy during this trying time.
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2020-08-171h 05
Make the Space with AshleyI am a Suicide SurvivorThis is my testimony about surviving my three suicide attempts, where I'm at now and why I choose to keep living.
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2020-08-1055 min
Make the Space with AshleyEmilyās TestimonyIn episode 2 we have a special guest, Emily Leonardo, discussing her experience with domestic violence.
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2020-08-0352 min
Make the Space with AshleyMy pregnancy!This episode I'll be talking about my experience with prenatal depression and postpartum depressionš
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2020-07-2630 min