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Rediscover JoyLiving Fully, Dying Well, A Conversation with Emily ChadbourneIn this episode, I sit down with Emily Chadbourne, a coach, speaker, author, and now, a death doula to explore what it really means to live a life that’s true, and to die with presence.Emily (Em) brings a vibrant energy to a space that’s often muted and clinical. Her journey is anything but linear: from empowerment coaching and style storytelling to sobriety, burnout, and ultimately, soul-aligned death work.We talk about:Why she nearly shut down her business overnight, and what she found insteadHer raw experience losing her mum and the less...2025-06-0352 min
Rediscover JoyHealing Through Creativity with Carissa GeorgeIn this heartfelt episode, Cait sits down with artist and healer Carissa George, whose work is deeply rooted in supporting women across Queensland through creativity, connection, and culture.Carissa is not just an artist, you’ll find her weaving healing into every brushstroke, blending her knowledge with the power of creative expression. Her work on Instagram caught Cait’s eye, and after following along with Carissa’s journey, this conversation was destined to happen.Together, they explore:How Carissa uses art as a tool for healing and cultural storytellingThe role creativity plays in emo...2025-04-3039 min
Rediscover JoyMy Journey: From grief therapy to Creative healingIn this episode, I sit down with my Online Business Manager, Catherine Mason, who turns the tables and interviews me. We talk about my journey, how I started in grief therapy, the experiences that shaped my work, and the exciting shifts happening in my business now.For years, I’ve supported people through loss, helping them process grief with compassion and understanding. But what many people may not know is that I’m now bringing more and more creativity into my work, offering workshops and online programs to support the healing process in a new way.In...2025-03-1439 min
Rediscover JoyRediscovering Joy: My Heart-to-Heart with Di on compassion and empowermentRecently, I have had the pleasure of sitting down with Di Geddes, a warm, caring registered nurse with nearly 40 years of experience who’s all about spreading compassion and joy. In January 2021, Di founded Exceptional Care For You, and she’s been transforming disability care ever since by putting both carers and clients at the heart of everything she does.A Bit About Di:Di has dedicated almost 40 years to nursing, working across hospitals, community care, corporate roles, and aged care.She started Exceptional Care For You purely on word-of-mouth referrals, and it’s been g...2025-02-2449 min
Rediscover JoyPatrick Monette Shares His Emotional Story About Losing His Dad During Covidn this emotional episode, Patrick Monette opens up about the profound loss of his father during the Covid-19 pandemic. He shares the challenges he faced organising a funeral under strict restrictions and the isolation of grieving during a lockdown. Patrick’s story offers a heartfelt glimpse into the pain of loss and the resilience required to navigate such a difficult time.About Patrick MonettePatrick is a licensed mental health and addiction counsellor, trauma specialist, and certified life coach based in Northern New York. With extensive experience in trauma-informed care, Patrick is:A Ce...2024-12-1941 min
Rediscover JoyMeet Katie Duncan – Death Care CoachToday’s guest is Katie Duncan, a Nurse Practitioner, End of Life Coach, Doula, Educator, and Speaker. She’s the Founder & CEO of Death Care Coach, where she helps people better understand death and dying through consultations, family education, and online training programs.Katie is also an accomplished author of two popular books:The Dying Process: Your Essential Guide to Understanding Signs, Symptoms & Changes at the End of Life (Find it here)Dear Caregiver, It’s Your Life Too: 71 Self-Care Tips to Manage Stress, Avoid Burnout and Find Joy Again While Caring For A Loved OneK...2024-12-1645 min
Rediscover JoyJane from Tranquillo Place – Trauma-Informed Healing and Holistic CareToday’s guest is Jane, founder of Tranquillo Place, a trauma-informed counselling practice in Mona Vale. With years of experience and professional training, Jane supports people through trauma recovery, anxiety, stress, grief, and loss. Now based in the Adelaide Hills, Jane continues to connect with her Sydney community through online sessions and periodic in-person counselling.Jane’s ApproachJane’s eclectic style integrates traditional counselling with body-focused, trauma-informed practices, influenced by Polyvagal Theory and yogic studies. Her offerings include:Counselling and supervision (in person and online).Trauma-aware support groups and training.Grief Conver...2024-12-1242 min
Rediscover JoyHow to navigate Christmas while grievingWelcome back to Rediscover Joy. In this episode, I’m exploring something that weighs heavily for many of us—the holidays can be a tough time, especially when you’re grieving. Christmas often brings up memories of loved ones we miss, and I want to share ways to approach this season with gentleness, creativity, and maybe even a touch of joy.In This Episode, I Cover:Giving Yourself Permission to Grieve: Grieving during the holidays is absolutely okay. I talk about ways to honour your feelings without forcing happiness, like taking quiet moment...2024-11-0411 min
Rediscover JoyInside the Mind of Sally Williams – A Nutritionist’s Journey to HealthIn this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Sally Williams, a dedicated clinical nutritionist who is passionate about empowering people through the healing power of food. Sally opens up about her personal journey, including how she overcame food anxiety and mastered the art of nutrition and dietetics.We dive into her expert tips on gut health, sustainable weight loss, and practical ways to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Sally’s insights are not only informative but also incredibly motivating for anyone looking to improve their well-being through better nutrition.If you’re keen to lear...2024-10-2547 min
Rediscover JoyMatt Jacobson – Building Lifebooks.io to Preserve Family Memories ForeverIn this episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Matt Jacobson, the founder of Lifebooks.io, a platform dedicated to preserving family memories through beautifully printed books. Matt shares his inspiring journey, from his roots in Temecula, California, to the creation of Lifebooks, which was born out of a desire to honor his father’s legacy after his passing.During our conversation, Matt talks about the importance of preserving family stories and how Lifebooks helps ensure that legacies are never forgotten. We dive into the motivation behind Lifebooks.io and how it can help families keep th...2024-10-2142 min
Rediscover JoyAn Insightful Journey with Elizabeth Trevan – From Celebrant to Funeral DirectorIn this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Elizabeth Trevan, who brings over 20 years of experience as a Funeral Celebrant here in Sydney. Since 2016, she has transitioned into the role of Funeral Director with Our Funeral Director, where her compassion and care continue to shine through as she supports families during their most difficult times.Elizabeth and I talk about her personal journey, what it’s like to move from celebrant to funeral director, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. We also explore what it’s like to work as a funera...2024-10-1446 min
Rediscover JoyRediscovering Joy – Expressing Grief Through CreationIn this episode, I discuss how to embrace the messiness of grief, recognising that everyone's journey is different. Even during the darkest moments, there are still glimpses of joy. I believe acts of creation, like dancing and cooking, can help us express and process grief in ways words cannot. By connecting with our emotions through creativity, we also strengthen our bond with lost loved ones.Key Takeaways:Grief is Messy: There’s no right way to grieve—your journey is unique.Joy Amidst Grief: Moments of joy can still be foun...2024-10-0406 min
Rediscover JoyUnderstanding Autism with Chelsea LukerIn this episode, we sit down with Chelsea Luker, a dedicated psychologist living in Northern NSW, Australia, who proudly acknowledges Bundjalung Country. Chelsea’s work through her practice, Connect Us Psychology, is focused on supporting Autistic and ADHDer individuals. Drawing from her own lived experience as an Autistic and ADHD individual, Chelsea provides unique and profound insights into neurodivergent lives.Chelsea’s passion extends to her book Square Me, Round World, where she explores the complexities of navigating life as a neurodivergent person. As a mother to two neurodivergent children, Chelsea is dedicated to creating a world wher...2024-09-2546 min
Rediscover JoyGrief, Healing, and Mental Health Advocacy with Jack Davisn this heart-wrenching yet powerful episode, I sit down with Jack Davis as he opens up about the immense grief he faced after losing his girlfriend, Ellie, to suicide. Jack shares his deeply personal journey of emotional healing and how it led him to become a mental health advocate. Through his initiative, "It's Cool to Cry," Jack is breaking the stigma around mental health discussions and promoting open conversations about emotional well-being.This episode sheds light on the importance of understanding mental health, embracing emotional expression, and seeking proactive care. If you’ve been affected by loss or...2024-09-2446 min
Rediscover JoyBreaking the Taboo: Funeral Planning and Life Reflections with Lisa HerbertIn this episode, I sit down with Lisa Herbert, a renowned author and journalist, to explore the often-taboo topic of death conversations and funeral planning. Lisa’s unique approach blends humor and respect, helping individuals reflect on life while preparing for the inevitable. Her work is reshaping the way we think about death, offering a refreshing perspective on funeral planning and life storytelling.Join us for a meaningful discussion on how you can start your own journey of reflection, and why planning for the future is an act of love for those you leave behind. Lisa's wisdom an...2024-09-1645 min
Rediscover JoyCalming Your Mind: Meditation Techniques with Liz Tobin | Cait WotherspoonIn this episode, I'm joined by the incredible Liz Tobin, a seasoned meditation teacher and mental health consultant. Liz has a deep passion for helping people unlock the power of meditation to calm their minds, especially when navigating grief and complex emotions. Throughout our conversation, Liz shares practical meditation techniques you can incorporate into your daily routine to enhance your mental well-being and emotional resilience.If you've been searching for ways to manage your mental health or seeking solace during difficult times, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Liz’s wisdom on mindfulness, grief support, and me...2024-09-0935 min
Rediscover JoySarah Roberts: Navigating Involuntary Childlessness and Founding The Empty CradleIn this episode, I am joined by Sarah Roberts, a lived experience counsellor, trainer, and founder of The Empty Cradle, an online counselling and support service for women transitioning from hopeful of motherhood to permanent involuntary childlessness. Sarah founded The Empty Cradle in 2017 in Australia after her personal 10-year journey of trying to conceive, including IVF, and ultimately transitioning to life without a cherished child.Drawing from her extensive professional background in counselling, child protection, and more, Sarah is currently completing a Masters of Social Work with a focus on grief, the transition to permanent involuntary childlessness...2024-09-0244 min
Rediscover JoySonja Pototzki-Raymond: The Search Queen and Fertility AdvocateIn this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Sonja Pototzki-Raymond, known to many as Sonja - The Search Queen. Sonja is a CEO, Google search expert, keynote speaker, and passionate fertility advocate. In 2018, she founded The Search Republic, a Google-accredited digital agency that has become one of Australia's most in-demand agencies. Over the last five years, Sonja's expertise has generated over $700 million in sales for her clients, earning her a reputation as a force to be reckoned with in the digital marketing world.With an impressive 19-year career in global marketing and advertising, Sonja has...2024-08-2627 min
Rediscover JoyChris Bogue's Journey: Comedian, Family Historian, and DigitisationJoin me as I engage in a captivating conversation with Chris Bogue, a unique blend of comedian, business owner, and family historian. In this episode, Chris shares his incredible journey of digitising his family's old films, turning nostalgic memories into a digital archive.We dive into the heartwarming and humorous stories, from recognising family resemblances in old footage to tackling life's big questions with wit and wisdom. Chris also offers practical advice on how you can start digitising your own family films at home.Topics Covered:Comedy Meets Grief: How...2024-08-1935 min
Rediscover JoyDanielle Snelling's Journey: Building Motherless Daughters Australia (MDA)In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Danielle Snelling, who faced the profound loss of her mother, Rosa, to cancer at 23. Struggling to find support tailored to daughters grieving maternal loss, Danielle co-founded Motherless Daughters Australia (MDA). This charity now connects over 13,000 women, offering a supportive community through online groups, programs, events, and resources. Danielle shares her personal journey, the impact of her mother’s death, and how MDA has become a lifeline for many.Topics Covered:Danielle’s Experience: An intimate discussion on maternal loss.Impact on Daughters: Expl...2024-08-1928 min
Rediscover JoyKaren Bieman's Resilient Journey Through Grief and HealingIn this episode, our guest, Karen Bieman, shares her deeply personal journey through grief, beginning with the tragic loss of her second child just hours after birth. This devastating event, marked by a finding of gross negligence, set Karen on a long path towards rediscovering joy and hope.Karen opens up about her personal losses, including her father's battle with cancer and the end of her marriage, and how these experiences have profoundly shaped her work as a grief and relationship counsellor in Melbourne. Her story is one of resilience, transformation, and the enduring human spirit.2024-08-1134 min
Rediscover JoyNamrata Rohack: Healing Through Yoga TherapyNamrata Rohack, a dedicated yoga therapist in training, shares her 8-year journey of practicing and 3 years of teaching yoga. Visit my website for more: https://caitwotherspoon.com.au/Namrata turned to the tools of yoga to navigate her personal grief and discovered their immense support during challenging times. She now aims to help other women integrate yoga into their lives to manage grief-related stress. When not teaching, Namrata enjoys exploring new places with her husband and gardening.Connect with Namrata:Instagram: / tranquillotusyoga Facebook page: / tranquil.lotus.yoga Website: https://www.tranquillotusyoga.com...2024-07-2229 min
Rediscover JoyNoelene Brown's Inspiring Sobriety Coaching Journey in Rural AustraliaNoelene Brown, with 20 years of personal struggle with alcohol, now channels her experience and expertise as an accredited sobriety coach to aid people in rural and remote Australia. Visit my website for more: https://caitwotherspoon.com.au/Understanding the unique challenges of country living, she offers online group and individual coaching. Noelene's approach is heart-centered, non-judgmental, and aimed at empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their alcohol use and embrace an alcohol-free life.You can contact Noelene Brown on these links:https://www.ruralsobriety.com.au/https://www.ruralsobriety.com.au...2024-07-0839 min
Rediscover JoyDalya Shaw: Transforming Grief into StrengthDalya Shaw faced the unthinkable in 2017 with the sudden loss of her only child Ben at just 15 years old. Visit my website for more: https://caitwotherspoon.com.au/Transforming her pain into a mission, Dalya passionately supports young people and parents grappling with similar heartbreak. As a skilled communicator, she combines her love for writing and motivational speaking to uplift, inspire, and empower others facing adversity, embodying the message of resilience and inner strength.The video is about Dalya Shaw: Transforming Grief into Strength but also tries to cover the following subject:Enduring...2024-06-2337 min
The Heal My Health Podcast64. Moving Through Grief With Cait WotherspoonCait Wotherspoon is a grief and bereavement therapist. Early in her life Cait completed a Bachelor of Nursing and became certified in Oncology and Palliative Care. Cait had experienced grief and loss through her late 20’s and felt called to be a healer. So later on, she would gain a Bachelor in Teaching and a Bachelor in Education and be trained as a Transactional Analyst in psychotherapy. Cait opened up a counselling practice in Penrith where she helps people with their bereavement so they can rediscover joy. She completed a graduate Diploma of Psychology and continues enhancing her own lea...2023-09-021h 28
Jane Anderson Show PodcastEpisode 81 - Grief Therapist, Anxiety and Depression Therapist, Keynote Speaker, Author, Cait WotherspoonIn today's episode of The Jane Anderson Show, I am excited to get to interview an amazing woman, named Cait Wotherspoon. Cait is one of Sydney’s leading grief consultants and guides. With a lifetime of various lived and learned experiences behind her, she has helped thousands of clients move through their grief and rediscover the joy in their lives. Cait’s aim is to ensure that her clients view their grief as a natural part of life’s cycle, to be unashamed of the grieving process and to have a healthy guilt-free outlook on grief. Cait has a...2023-06-1334 min
Friday Night Feels with Patrick MonetteFriday Night Feels with Patrick Monette and Guest Co Host Cait WotherspoonFriday Night Feels is a show that focuses on a variety of wellness related issues such as mental health, addiction, health concerns, stress management, anger management, relationship struggles, mindfulness, and much more. The focus of this show is to create connection during difficult times and be able to talk about issues that affect us all and how to be the healthiest versions of ourselves that we can be. Each show I will invite a guest co -host/s to join me and answer people’s questions and issues. My Guest Co Host this week is Cait Wotherspoon, grief and lo...2022-01-221h 00
Soulfilled Sisterhood52: Healing through storytelling of grief and lossGuest Cait Wotherspoon is a psychotherapist who specializes in grief, loss, and bereavement. She has multiple degrees in nursing, teaching (from Elementry School to adults), art therapy, sandplay therapy, psychology, and psychotherapy. She has a wealth of knowledge that has been gathered from practicing in all these fields over the past 45 years. She has a thriving private practice in Penrith, in the western suburbs of Sydney, Australia, where she's helped thousands of clients navigate through their grief to live healthy lives, understanding that grief is now a part of their life. In this episode, we discuss the...2019-05-1443 min
The Australia Counselling Podcast069: An Unbearable Pain: Grief and Loss Counselling for When a Child DiesWhen parents experience the death of their child, no one can truly know the depths of their grief and despair unless they have lost a child of their own.
In today's society, many people don't know how to respond to others when they go through such a tragic loss. As a result, parents can feel alone, isolated and unsupported in their grief. This is where professional counselling support can be critical for grieving parents and families.
Cait Wotherspoon is a counsellor and psychotherapist who specialises in working with the parents and families who are grieving...2015-01-2800 min