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Take off the Mask with CasieCasemWhen Grief Finds You: A Conversation Between Survivors with Dr. Katie Wiggins, Ed.D, LMHC | Uprooted: Where Healing is Planted LLCWhat happens when grief isn’t something you remember—but something you’ve carried your whole life?In this deeply personal episode of Take Off the Mask, host CasieCasem sits down with Dr. Katie Wiggins, Ed.D, LMHC, founder of Uprooted: Where Healing is Planted LLC, licensed mental health counselor, and grief educator. Casie and Katie are not just professionals in the world of healing—they're survivors. Both lost a parent to homicide. Both are members of Project Cold Case. And years ago, Katie was the first grief counselor Casie ever worked with.Together, they explore...2025-04-251h 47
Take off the Mask with CasieCasemGrief, Depression, and the Journey to Healing.Grief and depression are deeply intertwined, and healing from loss is a journey that looks different for everyone. In this heartfelt episode of Take Off the Mask with Casie Casem, I sit down with my dear friend Lauren Crews, who bravely shares her experience of losing her daughter, Edie, to heart complications.Together, we explore the weight of grief, the unexpected ways depression can take hold, and the paths we can take toward healing. This conversation is raw, real, and filled with wisdom, love, and hope for anyone walking through loss.💛 If you or someone you...2025-03-112h 30
Take off the Mask with CasieCasemLived Experience and the Reality of BPDEpisode Title:"Lived Experience and the Reality of BPD"Episode Description:In this powerful episode of Take Off the Mask (TOTM), host CasieCasem dives deep into the realities of living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Joined by Saadia Ali, co-chair of NEABPD’s Lived Experience Committee and the only current NEABPD board member with lived experience, and Amber Joy Kostecki, a dedicated advocate and fellow member of the Lived Experience Committee, this conversation sheds light on the truths, struggles, and hope that come with a BPD diagnosis.Together, Saadia and Amber sh...2024-12-171h 17
Take off the Mask with CasieCasemPPD- Postpartum Depression_Segment 1 with Tresa Freeman, LCSWIn this heartfelt and informative episode of Take Off the Mask with Casie Casem, I (Casie Ellison, aka "CasieCasem") sit down with Tresa Freeman, LCSW, to explore the reality of Postpartum Depression (PPD) and shed light on a topic too often left in the shadows. Tresa brings her professional experience as a licensed clinical social worker and shares valuable insights on the challenges, symptoms, and journey toward recovery for mothers experiencing PPD.As a friendly reminder, I’m not a medical professional—I'm simply here to open up the conversation to raise awareness and break the stigma surr...2024-11-0856 min
Take off the Mask with CasieCasemSwitch- from surviving to THRIVING with guest Natalyn Lewis, founder of AscendEQEpisode Title: Flipping the Switch: From Survival Mode to Thriving – Tools for Action with Natalyn from AscendEQPodcast: Take Off The Mask with CasieCasemIn this empowering episode of Take Off The Mask, host CasieCasem dives deep into the journey from surviving to thriving with special guest Natalyn Lewis, founder of AscendEQ. Natalyn brings her wealth of experience in emotional performance coaching, offering actionable tools to help listeners shift out of survival mode and begin thriving in their everyday lives.Key Discussion Points:...2024-10-151h 13
Take off the Mask with CasieCasem2 years sober.In this powerful episode of “Take Off The Mask with CasieCasem (TOTM),” we sit down with Payton, famously known as the “Shake ‘n Bake of Sobriety,” to hear his remarkable journey of resilience and recovery. Payton opens up about his life as an addict with an addictive personality — someone who has been addicted to nearly everything, from substances to behaviors.Payton shares his raw, unfiltered story of battling drug abuse, living on the streets, and fighting to find a way out. Now, two years sober, he talks candidly about the daily struggles and triumphs of recovery, the unrelenting...2024-09-081h 36
Take off the Mask with CasieCasemCognitive TherapyIn this episode of *“Take Off The Mask with CasieCasem (TOTM),”* we dive into the transformative benefits of cognitive therapy through the inspiring story of Kelsey. Join us as we listen to Kelsey’s interview, where she shares how cognitive therapy became a powerful tool in her journey toward mental health and well-being.Kelsey opens up about her struggles with anxiety, self-doubt, and negative thought patterns, and how cognitive therapy helped her reframe her mindset, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and build healthier coping strategies. Through her story, we explore what cognitive therapy is, how it works, and why it can...2024-09-0841 min
Take off the Mask with CasieCasemSelf-ImageIn this deeply moving episode of *“Take Off The Mask with CasieCasem (TOTM),”* we explore the powerful intersection of self-image, food addiction, and depression through the heartfelt story of Scooter. Join us as we listen to Scooter’s emotional interview, where she opens up about her complicated relationship with food, her struggle with body image, and how these battles intertwined with her experience of depression.Scooter shares her journey with raw vulnerability, revealing the hidden pain behind food addiction and how it shaped her self-worth and daily life. Together, we discuss the impact of society's expectations, the intern...2024-09-081h 32
Take off the Mask with CasieCasemAddictionIn this episode of *“Take Off The Mask with CasieCasem (TOTM),”* we delve into the gripping and powerful story of Serena, a courageous individual who faced the dark reality of addiction and emerged stronger on the other side. Join us as we listen to Serena's raw and honest interview, where she shares her journey through the struggles, setbacks, and ultimate triumph over addiction.We’ll explore the profound impact addiction has on mental health, relationships, and self-identity, and discuss the often-overlooked effects it can have on every aspect of life. Serena’s story is a testament to the huma...2024-09-082h 16