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Sex, Secrets, & SassNon-Monogamy, Race & the Politics of Desire with TiffanyThis week, Tiffany returns to Sex, Secrets, & Sass for an honest conversation about what non-monogamy actually looks like when real feelings, real partners, and real-life complications enter the picture.Tiffany shares how her relationships have evolved since her first appearance, including the difference between understanding compersion intellectually and navigating jealousy when a new partner enters the picture. They talk about pacing, communication, and the emotional labor of “onboarding” someone into an established relationship.Tiffany also reflects on growing up biracial and how moving between white and Black communities shaped her identity, dating experiences, and...
2026-10-2141 minSex, Secrets, & SassWho Gets to Define Virginity? Purity, Pleasure & Power Across GenerationsVirginity is not a medical diagnosis, a moral achievement, or a measure of someone’s worth.So why are girls still taught to treat it like all three?In this episode, Angie and Krissy sit down with Rachel, a senior and communication major at UC Santa Barbara, whose zine project examines virginity, women’s pleasure, patriarchy, and the moral weight society places on girls’ sexuality.Rachel shares how a college course on sex, love, and romance led her to bigger questions: Who created the rules around virginity? Why are women expected to “lo...
2026-10-1442 min
The Bar and The Brain PodcastEp. 10 Obsession (2026): When Love Becomes Control | The Bar and the BrainIf you could make someone love you, would it still be love?In this spooky-season episode of The Bar and the Brain, attorney Tonée Earle and licensed clinical professional counselor Tayla Fawumi break down the psychological horror film Obsession and ask one uncomfortable question: Did Bear actually love Nikki, or did he just want to control her?When Bear uses the mysterious Wishing Willow to make his longtime crush Nikki love him more than anyone else in the world, he gets exactly what he asks for. But the consequences expose something much darker about e...
2026-10-1347 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyPrivate Practice Has Changed. Now What? How Therapists Can Find Clients and Stay Profitable - An Interview with Dr. Ajita Robinson, LCPCPrivate Practice Has Changed. Now What? How Therapists Can Find Clients and Stay Profitable - An Interview with Dr. Ajita Robinson, LCPC
Curt Widhalm, LMFT, and Katie Vernoy, LMFT talk with Dr. Ajita Robinson, LCPC, on how private practice has changed and how therapists can find clients and stay profitable.
Caseloads are thinning, insurance panels and directories send fewer referrals, and venture-backed platforms can book a new client by tomorrow. Yet demand for mental health care is as high as it has ever been. Curt and Katie welcome back Dr. Ajita Robinson, LCPC, grief and...
2026-10-1247 minSex, Secrets, & SassKink Without Shame: Consent, Power & Pleasure with Goddess HecateLet’s start here: having a fantasy does not make you a bad person.What matters is how you explore it and whether everyone involved is informed, consenting, and genuinely on board.In this episode, Angie and Krissy sit down with Goddess Hecate, a professional switch and fetish content creator, for an honest, funny, and uncensored conversation about BDSM, polyamory, sex work, pleasure, and building a life that actually feels authentic.Hecate explains what it means to be a switch - someone who enjoys both dominant and submissive roles - and ho...
2026-10-0742 minSex, Secrets, & SassWho Are We Now? Illness, Intimacy & Body Trust with Sara Champie, LCSWA diagnosis - or even the possibility of one - can divide life into a before and an after. It doesn’t just change a medical chart. It can change how you relate to your body, your identity, your sexuality, your partner, and the future you thought you understood.In this episode, Angie and Krissy sit down with NARM Master Therapist Sara Champie, LCSW, for a deeply personal conversation about developmental trauma, hereditary cancer risk, and staying connected to yourself when your body changes the entire damn map.Sara shares her experience of lo...
2026-09-3042 min
The Bar and The Brain PodcastEp. 9 Savior Complexes, Emotional Abuse & the Men of Imperfect WomenWe've talked about Mary, Eleanor, and Nancy. Now we're finishing our Imperfect Women series with the men—and whew, there's a lot to unpack.This week on The Bar and the Brain, Tonée Earle and Tay Fawumi break down Howard, Robert, Donovan, Robert's father, and the relationships surrounding the women at the center of the Apple TV series.Howard and Robert initially seem like completely different men. One is charming, intelligent, and seemingly devoted to his family. The other comes from enormous privilege but struggles with confidence, alcohol, and living in his father's shadow. But...
2026-09-2935 minSex, Secrets, & SassChildfree by Choice: Who Gets to Define Womanhood?Apparently, being a woman comes with a preassigned life plan: want babies, become a mother, change your last name, absorb most of the invisible labor, and eventually answer to “Grandma.”Angie and Krissy would like a word. 😂In this episode, they get honest about motherhood, choosing to be childfree, and the deeply annoying assumption that every woman either wants children or will eventually “change her mind.”Krissy shares that she knew from a young age she didn’t want children - partly because she watched how hard her mother wo...
2026-09-2336 minSex, Secrets, & SassWhy Women Cheat: It’s Not Just About SexLet’s get one thing out of the way: understanding why someone cheats is not the same as saying nobody gets hurt - or that anything goes.But reducing every affair to “a bad person did a bad thing” is lazy, and it leaves out nearly everything worth understanding.In this episode, Angie and Krissy take on infidelity through a sex-positive, nonjudgmental lens. They explore why women have affairs, how two people can have completely different definitions of cheating, and what secrecy may be trying to provide when someone feels unseen, unwanted, disconnected, or obl...
2026-09-1641 min
The Bar and The Brain PodcastEp. 8 Nancy Was Her Own Worst Enemy: Breaking Down Imperfect WomenNancy Hennessy spent her adult life building something completely different from the childhood she survived. But once she finally had the husband, money, home, status, and family she seemingly wanted, she started making decisions that threatened all of it.This week on The Bar and the Brain,Tonée Earle and Tay Fawumi continue their Imperfect Women character series by breaking down Nancy Hennessy.We start with Nancy's childhood and the trauma surrounding her mother and stepfather before looking at how those experiences may have followed her into adulthood. We discuss her marriage to Robert, h...
2026-09-1537 minSex, Secrets, & SassYour Sex Life Doesn’t Have to Be Stagnant with Amy HendersonWhat if talking about sex didn’t require awkward euphemisms, blushing, or waiting until your relationship was already in trouble?This week, Angie and Krissy are joined by therapist Amy Henderson for an open, funny, and very personal conversation about sex, intimacy, consent, and all the shame-filled messages many of us absorbed long before we were old enough to question them.Amy shares how she begins conversations about sex with teenage clients, why adults often say “intimacy” when they really mean sex, and how that one word can mean comple...
2026-09-0942 minSex, Secrets, & SassStop Romanticizing Chaos: Dating, Parts Work & Better Sex with Karina BreezerWhat happens when you’ve done enough work on yourself to recognize the red flags - yet dating somehow remains a complete shitshow?This week, Angie and Krissy are joined by therapist Karina Breezer for a funny, honest, and surprisingly deep conversation about dating in your 40s, becoming more fully yourself, and finally retiring the belief that intensity automatically equals connection.Karina shares one spectacularly bad first date that inspired a whole new set of screening questions - including whether someone has been to jail and whether they actually pa...
2026-09-0249 min
The Bar and The Brain PodcastEp.7 Mary Needed to STAND UP… But It's Complicated | Imperfect Women ReviewAt first, Mary had us yelling, “Sis, stand up!” But the deeper we got into her story on Imperfect Women, the harder it became to simply call her weak.In this episode of Bar and the Brain, Tonée Earle and Tay Fawumi break down Mary’s complicated journey—from losing herself in her marriage to Howard and obsessing over Nancy’s life to struggling with motherhood, mental health, manipulation, and a custody battle that leaves her with very few good options.We also get into the bigger questions behind Mary’s character: Was she groomed by Ho...
2026-09-0134 minSex, Secrets, & SassWomen, Infidelity & the Lies We’ve Been Told About DesireWhat if a whole lot of what we’ve been taught about women, sex, monogamy, jealousy, and desire is… well… bullshit?This week, we’re diving into Wednesday Martin’s Untrue and using it as a jumping-off point for a very Gen Sexers conversation about women’s sexuality, infidelity, shame, compersion, cultural double standards, and the stories we’ve inherited about what women are supposed to want.We talk about whether women really cheat less than men, the difference between fantasy and actually watching your partner with someone else, why women are often judg...
2026-08-2647 min
WebTalkRadio.netUnpacking and Navigating Perfectionism, Anxiety, and Trauma in Kids with Kristen Jacobsen, LCPCOn this episode of Accidental Experts, Bryce Hamilton, LSCSW, and Kristen Jacobsen, LCPC, discuss the complexities of anxiety, perfectionism, and childhood trauma. Kristen deep-dives where anxiety and perfectionism in kids start, and how they can spill into adulthood. Parenting kids with anxiety, perfectionism, OCD, or through trauma can be extremely difficult. We can make changes in our expectations as parents but it requires some “re-wiring” as well as open communication. Kristen explains that we often praise kids for accomplishing a desired outcome rather than praising the effort that goes into the task, therefore creating an environment where kids strive to p...
2026-08-2550 min
The Bar and The Brain PodcastEp 6. An Imperfect Woman: Eleanor Was NOT a Good Friend | Self Worth, Girl Code & Self SabotageCarrie Washington’s Eleanor looks like the definition of a successful woman. She comes from an affluent family, runs her own company, maintains lifelong friendships, and seemingly has complete control over her life.Then you look at her relationships.In this episode of The Bar and the Brain, Tonee Earle and therapist Tay Fawumi begin their character by character review of An Imperfect Woman by asking what exactly is going on with Eleanor.From her decades long feelings for Robert to sleeping with her deceased best friend’s husband just weeks after her deat...
2026-08-1835 minSex, Secrets, & SassEthical Non-Monogamy, Kink & Sex Work with Nicole SonnefeldtEthical Non-Monogamy, Kink & Sex Work with Nicole SonnefeldtWhat does it actually mean to practice ethical non-monogamy? What do you do when one partner wants to open the relationship and the other absolutely does not? And can we please stop pretending jealousy means you’re doing something wrong?In this episode, we’re joined by Nicole Sonnefeldt, an alternative relationship and lifestyle coach and educator, for a candid conversation about non-monogamy, kink, jealousy, sex work, communication, and all the things people are often curious about but may be afraid to actually say...
2026-08-1243 minSex, Secrets, & SassUnlocking Emotional and Relational Wellness with Couples Therapist Alanna EsquejoWhy can couples talk about schedules, bills, children, and whose turn it is to empty the dishwasher, but completely freeze when the conversation turns to sex, emotions, or unmet needs?In this episode of Sex, Secrets, & Sass, Angie and Krissy sit down with California-based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Alanna Esquejo to explore what helps couples create greater emotional safety, communicate more honestly, and understand the deeper patterns shaping their relationships.Alanna shares how family-of-origin experiences, childhood adversity, trauma, and limited emotional vocabulary can influence the way partners connect, argue, disclose...
2026-08-0533 minSex, Secrets, & SassUncovering the Impact of Unresolved Grief on Women's Sexuality and Intimacy with Dr. Carolyn AlterIn this episode of Sex, Secrets, & Sass, Angie and Krissy explore how unresolved grief and parental ghosts can influence a woman’s intimate life. Special guest Dr. Carolyn Alter, a Chicago-based clinical psychologist, shares her insights on navigating major life transitions and healing the emotional shadows that can affect intimacy, relationships, and our connection to ourselves.Key Topics Covered:• How grief related to parental loss can impact women’s emotional health and intimacy• The metaphor of emotional shadows acting like a "chastity belt" in the bedroom
2026-07-2930 min
The Bar and The Brain PodcastEp. 5. After the Hunt Review: Power, Consent, Morality & The Search for TruthSpoiler Warning!In this episode of Bar and the Brain, Tay Fawumi and Tonee Earle break down After the Hunt, one of the year's most thought provoking psychological dramas. Together they unpack the complicated intersections of power, consent, trauma, morality, academia, and justice while examining how difficult it can be to separate facts from emotions.The conversation explores professor student relationships, workplace dynamics, false accusations, accountability, addiction, privilege, and why seeking justice requires following evidence rather than assumptions.Whether you're interested in psychology, law, ethics, or simply love deep movie discussions, this episode...
2026-07-2849 minSex, Secrets, & SassFrom College Drinking to Sobriety: Angie's JourneyIn this episode of Sex, Secrets, & Sass, Angie gets personal about her relationship with alcohol and the journey that eventually led her to sobriety.What started as college drinking gradually became something much bigger. Angie shares how alcohol continued to play a major role in her life long after college, the ways it affected her relationships and mental health, and the moment she finally admitted to herself that it was a problem.She opens up about what happened next, including the role therapy, support groups, and deeper self-exploration played...
2026-07-2238 minSex, Secrets, & SassNavigating Sobriety and Sexuality: Insights with Dr. Lori NaborsAre you curious about reducing alcohol consumption but unsure where to start? In this episode, Dr. Lori Nabors, a virtual psychologist specializing in sober curiosity, shares practical insights on questioning drinking habits, understanding the impact of alcohol on women, and exploring the connection between alcohol and sex—all without shame.Main Topics Covered:Understanding sober curiosity and why it’s gaining momentum among professional womenThe concept of micro experiments: trying small changes in drinking habitsKey statistics about alcohol consumption and its effects on women’s bodiesThe difference between alcohol use disorder and being an alcoholicThe impact of alc...
2026-07-1535 minThe Bar and The Brain PodcastEp. 4. All Her Fault Episode 4 Review: Trauma, Addiction, Narcissism & JusticeTay Fawumi and Tonée Earle break down one of the most emotionally charged episodes of All Her Fault yet. This week, they dive into the lasting effects of trauma, addiction, narcissism, and family dysfunction while exploring how accountability—or the lack of it—shapes every major character.From destructive parental relationships to the cycle of generational trauma, they examine how addiction complicates recovery, why control often masquerades as love, and whether justice truly serves the people caught in these situations. They also discuss identity, abandonment, and the difficult moral questions surrounding law enforcement and accountability.If...
2026-07-1445 minSex, Secrets, & SassThe Double Life That Led Me Here (Part 2): Finding My Voice AgainThis is Part 2 of Krissy's story.Last week, Krissy shared the secret she'd been hiding for years and the impossible choice she faced when an ex threatened to expose it. This week, she picks up where that story left off.Krissy shares what happened after telling her family the truth, how she began rebuilding her life, and the winding path that eventually led her from sex work to becoming a licensed marriage and family therapist.Together, Krissy and Angie explore shame, identity, healing, and what...
2026-07-0839 minSex, Secrets, & SassThe Double Life That Led Me Here: From Sex Worker to Therapist (Part 1)Before Krissy became a therapist helping women navigate secrets, betrayal, and impossible relationship decisions, she had secrets of her own.In this deeply personal episode, Krissy shares the winding path from studying opera and musical theater to working in the sensual massage industry, living a double life, and eventually becoming the therapist she is today.We explore shame, survival, identity, boundaries, and the moments that changed the direction of her life. Krissy also opens up about what it was like carrying a secret for years, why she ultimately decided to tell...
2026-07-0142 minThe Bar and The Brain PodcastEp 3. All Her Fault Episode 3 Review: Weaponized Incompetence, Narcissism & Working MomsWhat happens when love, parenting, and mental health collide?This week on Bar and the Brain, Tonee Earle and Tay Fawumi break down Episode 3 of All Her Fault and explore one of the internet's most debated relationship topics: weaponized incompetence.Is it always manipulation, or can mental health, upbringing, and different learning styles explain some behaviors? The conversation expands into the realities working mothers face, unequal divisions of labor at home, narcissistic tendencies, accountability in marriage, and the difficult choices parents make under pressure.Along the way, they analyze Anna's vulnerability, discuss why...
2026-06-3052 minSex, Secrets, & SassSex, Patriarchy, and Women's Pleasure: Unpacking Cultural Myths and Medical MissesNote: This episode emphasizes open dialogue about female sexuality, debunking myths, and promoting personal empowerment. Listener discretion advised for explicit topics.Join Angie and Krissy as they explore how patriarchy has historically shaped perceptions of female sexuality, from medieval myths to modern medical blind spots. This episode dives into surprising facts about sexual satisfaction, the definition of sex, and the cultural expectations placed on women, offering a candid look at how societal norms influence our intimate lives.Key Topics:Impact of patriarchy on heterosexual sex and...
2026-06-2429 minThe Bar and The Brain PodcastEp. 2 Bar and the Brain | Review Series: All Her Fault — Who's Really to Blame?In this episode of Bar and the Brain, Tonee and Tay dive into Peacock's All Her Fault, unpacking the complex web of family dynamics, control, attachment, deception, and responsibility that drives the series.Through a legal and psychological lens, they explore how blame gets assigned during a crisis, the impact of societal expectations on relationships, and the difficult choices characters make in the pursuit of love, security, and control. From negligent hiring and liability questions to attachment styles and narcissistic tendencies, this conversation examines what happens when fear, power, and desperation collide.Together, they break...
2026-06-1653 min
The Climb with KelseyYour Brain Is Tired, Babe: Decision Fatigue, Boundaries & Rewriting the Success Script with Kristen Jacobsen, LCPCLet’s be real…If you’ve ever stared at your laptop for 20 minutes trying to decide what email to send, what to post, or whether you’re “doing enough” — this episode is for you.Today on The Climb with Kelsey, I’m joined by Kristen Jacobsen, LCPC — licensed therapist, author, speaker, and anxiety specialist — and we are unpacking (literally) the mental load that creatives and entrepreneurs carry every single day.We talk about:What decision fatigue actually is (and how it’s different from just being tired)Why small choices start to feel...
2026-02-1942 minThe Bar and The Brain PodcastBar & the Brain – Episode 1 | All Her Fault Character Review: Peter IrvineIn our very first episode of Bar & the Brain, we dive headfirst into the psychological and legal layers of All Her Fault, starting with a character review of Peter Irvine.Peter presents himself as calm, rational, and well-intentioned—but is he really? From a mental-health perspective, we unpack Peter’s behavior, decision-making, and the subtle red flags viewers may overlook. We explore themes of control, credibility, perception, and how media often frames certain characters as “reasonable” while ignoring deeper implications.As a family law attorney and a licensed clinical professional counselor, we break down:• Psychological warning signs and personality traits• Po...
2025-12-2451 min
Sustainable Parenting | Positive Discipline for Raising Resilient KidsOne Gentle Shift that Gets Kids to Listen MoreIf you’ve been trying so hard to stay calm, validate feelings, and reason with your child — but still end up in power struggles, meltdowns, or 20-minute debates about a broken banana — this episode is your breath of fresh air.Flora McCormick, LCPC — parenting coach, counselor, and mom of two — reveals the surprising missing piece that makes gentle parenting actually work: learning to talk less.You’ll hear a real client story of how one mom transformed morning battles simply by saying fewer words — and gain practical Positive Parenting Strategies you can use today to help...
2025-11-1910 min
Sustainable Parenting | Positive Discipline for Raising Resilient Kids3 Positive Discipline Tools to End Power Struggles With Kids, and Fights With Your PartnerIf you're having bedtime, out-the-door, or morning battles where your partner swoops in mid-meltdown, sending you into a rage, you’re not alone.In this episode, Flora McCormick, LCPC — parenting coach and host of the Sustainable Parenting Podcast — shares 3 simple Positive Discipline tools that help you end power struggles without yelling, shaming, or giving in.You’ll learn: ✨ How to use one powerful c-word to get your children to listen more quickly. ✨ How to reset the whole family system that has been right in these tug-o-wars. ✨ How to invite cooperation instead of barking orders th...
2025-11-0511 min
Sustainable Parenting | Positive Discipline for Raising Resilient KidsHow to End the Day Calmly Without Feeling Touched Out or SnappyDo you ever end the day feeling touched out, snappy, or like you’ve run a marathon no one saw you train for? This episode is your permission slip to stop trying to do it all.Flora McCormick, LCPC — parenting coach and host of the Sustainable Parenting Podcast — shares simple Positive Parenting Strategies to help you end your day calmly, without guilt or exhaustion.Instead of trying to be productive, present, and peaceful all at once (hello, burnout!), you’ll learn a gentle mindset shift that blends Kind and...
2025-10-2210 min
Sustainable Parenting | Positive Discipline for Raising Resilient Kids5 Pillars for Peaceful Bedtimes | Matthew WellingtonDoes bedtime ever feel like the longest part of your day? You’re exhausted, ready for some peace, but your child suddenly transforms into a master negotiator—asking for just one more kiss, one more drink of water, or one more story. If you’ve ever felt torn between wanting to meet those sweet requests and desperately craving your own downtime, this Sustainable Parenting episode is for you.In today’s conversation with Flora McCormick, LCPC and sleep expert Matthew Wellington, we unpack the 5 Pillars for Peaceful Bedtimes—practical, evidence-based strategies that help kids settl...
2025-09-1716 min
Doing Well: The Wellbeing Science Insights PodcastJoyce Marter, LCPC: Financial Well-Being – Understanding Healthy Financial Behavior | Doing Well #80Financial well-being is a cornerstone of overall health and happiness, yet it’s often misunderstood or neglected in pursuit of materialism. This week on Doing Well: The Wellbeing Science Insights Podcast, host Dina Sargeant interviews financial wellness expert Joyce Marter, LCPC on what healthy financial behavior looks like.
With over 20 years of experience as a licensed psychotherapist and entrepreneur, Joyce Marter, LCPC’s current mission as a speaker, corporate trainer, coach, and consultant, is to inspire others to improve their mental and financial health, work-life balance, and relationships, using proven strategies and innovative tools from psychology. The auth...
2025-06-0944 min
WTF Just Happened?!: All about the afterlife. No woo.Psychic Mediums are Not Weird with Researcher Philip Guillet, PhD, LCPC NCC Episode 135Guest: Philip Guillet, PhD LCPC NCC Full Notes on Psychic Mediums are Not Weird with Researcher Philip Guillet. PhD, LCPC NCC Episode 135 Philip Guillet, PhD LCPC NCC is a psychologist and researcher who did his dissertation on the phenomenology of evidential mediumship, focusing on the particular experience of spirit communication and exploring what it's like to interact with non-local forms of consciousness. He now concludes that a solely biological model of consciousness is insufficient in effectively explaining human existence. Join our Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Scie...
2025-05-161h 22
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-GrowthNavigating Countertransference: A Guide for Couples Therapists with Sindee Gozansky, LCPCIn this episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist podcast, host Sindee Gozansky dives into the important topic of countertransference in couples therapy. She explains what countertransference is and why it's something all therapists experience. Sindee shares relatable examples like favoring one partner, feeling triggered by anger, and avoiding conflict, and offers practical tips on how to handle these situations. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, being curious, reflection and supervision. The episode reassures therapists that countertransference is a normal part of the job and can actually help improve therapy if managed well. Tune in for some great insights an...
2025-04-2420 minA Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-GrowthNavigating Countertransference: A Guide for Couples Therapists with Sindee Gozansky, LCPCIn this episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist podcast, host Sindee Gozansky dives into the important topic of countertransference in couples therapy. She explains what countertransference is and why it's something all therapists experience. Sindee shares relatable examples like favoring one partner, feeling triggered by anger, and avoiding conflict, and offers practical tips on how to handle these situations. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, being curious, reflection and supervision. The episode reassures therapists that countertransference is a normal part of the job and can actually help improve therapy if managed well. Tune in for some great insights an...
2025-04-2420 min
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-GrowthTrust the Process: Embracing Risk and Imperfection in Therapy with Sindee Gozansky, LCPCIn this episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist Podcast, host Sindee Gozasnky discusses the importance of therapists embracing risk and imperfection in their practice. Highlighting the common fears therapists face, such as fearing incompetence, the discomfort of uncertainty, and over-reliance on clinical theories, Sindee advocates for human connection over perfection. She encourages therapists to practice self-compassion, take calculated risks, and validate their clients' experiences rather than seeking to provide scripted solutions. This personal approach fosters deeper connections and authenticity in therapy. Sindee shares examples from couple therapy and emphasizes the growth that comes from stepping into the unknown a...
2024-10-1623 minA Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-GrowthTrust the Process: Embracing Risk and Imperfection in Therapy with Sindee Gozansky, LCPCIn this episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist Podcast, host Sindee Gozasnky discusses the importance of therapists embracing risk and imperfection in their practice. Highlighting the common fears therapists face, such as fearing incompetence, the discomfort of uncertainty, and over-reliance on clinical theories, Sindee advocates for human connection over perfection. She encourages therapists to practice self-compassion, take calculated risks, and validate their clients' experiences rather than seeking to provide scripted solutions. This personal approach fosters deeper connections and authenticity in therapy. Sindee shares examples from couple therapy and emphasizes the growth that comes from stepping into the unknown a...
2024-10-1623 min
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-GrowthUnlocking the Power of Supervision of Supervision with Sindee Gozansky, LCPCIn this solo episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist Podcast, host Sindee delves into the concept of 'supervision of supervision,' a crucial, yet often overlooked, aspect in the field of therapy. She explains that many therapists receive training and certification to supervise emerging therapists but rarely seek supervision for their own supervisory practices. Sindee shares insights from her own experience and emphasizes the importance of having a trusted group of colleagues for supervision of supervision. She discusses the benefits such as personal growth, improved outcomes for supervisees and clients, enhanced cultural competencies, and emotional support. She also h...
2024-08-0819 minA Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-GrowthUnlocking the Power of Supervision of Supervision with Sindee Gozansky, LCPCIn this solo episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist Podcast, host Sindee delves into the concept of 'supervision of supervision,' a crucial, yet often overlooked, aspect in the field of therapy. She explains that many therapists receive training and certification to supervise emerging therapists but rarely seek supervision for their own supervisory practices. Sindee shares insights from her own experience and emphasizes the importance of having a trusted group of colleagues for supervision of supervision. She discusses the benefits such as personal growth, improved outcomes for supervisees and clients, enhanced cultural competencies, and emotional support. She also h...
2024-08-0819 min
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-GrowthDebunking Common Myths About Being a Therapist with Sindee Gozansky, LCPCIn this episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist Podcast, host Sindee Gozansky explores ten myths about being a therapist. She discusses the realities behind misconceptions such as therapists needing to agree with their clients, the assumption that clients are fragile, and the belief that therapists have all the answers or can fix any problem. Sindee emphasizes the importance of acknowledging clients' strengths, the significant changes happening outside therapy sessions, and the need for therapists to seek support. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:56 Myth 1: You Have to Agree with Your Clients 02:42 Myth 2: Clients Are Fragile 04:04 Myth 3: Clients C...
2024-07-0420 minA Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-GrowthDebunking Common Myths About Being a Therapist with Sindee Gozansky, LCPCIn this episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist Podcast, host Sindee Gozansky explores ten myths about being a therapist. She discusses the realities behind misconceptions such as therapists needing to agree with their clients, the assumption that clients are fragile, and the belief that therapists have all the answers or can fix any problem. Sindee emphasizes the importance of acknowledging clients' strengths, the significant changes happening outside therapy sessions, and the need for therapists to seek support. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:56 Myth 1: You Have to Agree with Your Clients 02:42 Myth 2: Clients Are Fragile 04:04 Myth 3: Clients C...
2024-07-0420 min
Sustainable Parenting | Positive Discipline for Raising Resilient KidsHow to Stop Emotional Eating When Parenting Feels Overwhelming | Meredith Ries, LCPCHave you ever noticed how stress can pull you toward the fridge instead of toward something that actually restores your energy?In this episode of Sustainable Parenting with Flora McCormick, I’m joined by Meredith Ries, a therapist and emotional eating coach, to explore why emotional eating is so common among parents. Together, we unpack the emotions behind stress eating and highlight how bringing more calm confident parenting practices into your daily life can reduce the pressure that fuels these habits.Meredith shares how acknowledging your self-worth and needs is an act of po...
2024-06-0523 min
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth77: Breaking the Stigma: Overlooked Aspects of Mental Health Awareness for Therapists with Sindee Gozansky, LCPCBreaking the Stigma: Overlooked Aspects of Mental Health Awareness for Therapists with Sindee Gozansky, LCPC In this solo episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist Podcast, host Sindee Gozansky dedicates the discussion to Mental Health Awareness Month. Sindee highlights often overlooked aspects of mental health awareness that even therapists might miss. She covers key statistics from NAMI, the importance of self-care, cultural competence, addressing internal stigma, the impact of language, the role of social determinants, ongoing education, maintaining personal boundaries, and the power of advocacy. Sindee provides practical tips and encourages continuous growth and reflection among mental h...
2024-05-3025 minA Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth77: Breaking the Stigma: Overlooked Aspects of Mental Health Awareness for Therapists with Sindee Gozansky, LCPCBreaking the Stigma: Overlooked Aspects of Mental Health Awareness for Therapists with Sindee Gozansky, LCPC In this solo episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist Podcast, host Sindee Gozansky dedicates the discussion to Mental Health Awareness Month. Sindee highlights often overlooked aspects of mental health awareness that even therapists might miss. She covers key statistics from NAMI, the importance of self-care, cultural competence, addressing internal stigma, the impact of language, the role of social determinants, ongoing education, maintaining personal boundaries, and the power of advocacy. Sindee provides practical tips and encourages continuous growth and reflection among mental h...
2024-05-3025 min
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-GrowthEmpowering Couples Therapists: Overcoming Common Fears with Sindee Gozansky, LCPCEmpowering Couples Therapists: Overcoming Common Fears In this solo episode of the heart-centered therapist podcast, host Sindee Gozansky addresses the fears therapists may encounter in couples therapy. She explores six primary fears: fear of conflict, fear of interrupting, fear of having inadequate skills, fear of not being liked by couples, fear of one partner dominating, and fear of big emotions or silence. Sindee offers strategies and insights to help therapists overcome these fears and build confidence in their practice. Highlighting the significance of therapists' work in strengthening couples' connections and its ripple effect on families...
2024-05-1625 minA Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-GrowthEmpowering Couples Therapists: Overcoming Common Fears with Sindee Gozansky, LCPCEmpowering Couples Therapists: Overcoming Common Fears In this solo episode of the heart-centered therapist podcast, host Sindee Gozansky addresses the fears therapists may encounter in couples therapy. She explores six primary fears: fear of conflict, fear of interrupting, fear of having inadequate skills, fear of not being liked by couples, fear of one partner dominating, and fear of big emotions or silence. Sindee offers strategies and insights to help therapists overcome these fears and build confidence in their practice. Highlighting the significance of therapists' work in strengthening couples' connections and its ripple effect on families...
2024-05-1625 min
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-GrowthThe Art of Simplicity in Therapy with Sindee Gozansky, LCPCMastering the Basics: A Therapist's Guide to the Art of Simplicity in Therapy In this episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist podcast, host Sindee explores the importance of simplicity in therapeutic practice. She emphasizes the need for therapists to return to foundational skills such as being present, listening actively, validating feelings, and expressing unconditional positive regard. Sindee argues that simplicity, characterized by a heart-centered, open, and available approach, enables therapists to connect more effectively with their clients. She shares insights on how maintaining a simple yet profound engagement can lead to a deeper understanding and a...
2024-04-1822 minA Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-GrowthThe Art of Simplicity in Therapy with Sindee Gozansky, LCPCMastering the Basics: A Therapist's Guide to the Art of Simplicity in Therapy In this episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist podcast, host Sindee explores the importance of simplicity in therapeutic practice. She emphasizes the need for therapists to return to foundational skills such as being present, listening actively, validating feelings, and expressing unconditional positive regard. Sindee argues that simplicity, characterized by a heart-centered, open, and available approach, enables therapists to connect more effectively with their clients. She shares insights on how maintaining a simple yet profound engagement can lead to a deeper understanding and a...
2024-04-1822 min
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-GrowthThe Heart-Centered Therapist Approach: Navigating Therapy with Empathy and Authenticity with Sindee Gozansky, LCPCIn this episode, we dive into the real, raw, and often beautiful world of therapy and what it means to take a heart-centered approach. Key Themes: Risk in therapy: Love, loss, and connection Vulnerability: Authenticity in practice Experience vs. Heart: Value beyond qualifications Skill and Heart: A powerful combination Emotional Leadership: Awareness without absorption Self-Awareness: Balancing connection and self-care Openness to Feedback: Learning from clients Therapy's Unpredictability: Embracing the 'messy dance' Check out Berries: h...
2024-02-0817 minA Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-GrowthThe Heart-Centered Therapist Approach: Navigating Therapy with Empathy and Authenticity with Sindee Gozansky, LCPCIn this episode, we dive into the real, raw, and often beautiful world of therapy and what it means to take a heart-centered approach. Key Themes: Risk in therapy: Love, loss, and connection Vulnerability: Authenticity in practice Experience vs. Heart: Value beyond qualifications Skill and Heart: A powerful combination Emotional Leadership: Awareness without absorption Self-Awareness: Balancing connection and self-care Openness to Feedback: Learning from clients Therapy's Unpredictability: Embracing the 'messy dance' Check out Berries: h...
2024-02-0817 minA Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-GrowthDiscovering Your Growing Edge in Couples Therapy with Sindee Gozansky, LCPCAre you a therapist interested in couples therapy? Or already working with couples and wanting to get more traction? Then this episode is for you! Join me as I explore the world of couples therapy and share my insights on the "growing edge" for therapists. We dive into the challenges and opportunities therapists face when working with couples. Discover how you can take your practice to the next level and provide effective therapy for couples. Growing edge in couples therapy. Creating change in empathy. Understanding the conflict cycle. Conflict cycles in relationships. Couples therapy conflict resolution. Emotional neglect an...
2024-01-1829 minA Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-GrowthDiscovering Your Growing Edge in Couples Therapy with Sindee Gozansky, LCPCAre you a therapist interested in couples therapy? Or already working with couples and wanting to get more traction? Then this episode is for you! Join me as I explore the world of couples therapy and share my insights on the "growing edge" for therapists. We dive into the challenges and opportunities therapists face when working with couples. Discover how you can take your practice to the next level and provide effective therapy for couples. Growing edge in couples therapy. Creating change in empathy. Understanding the conflict cycle. Conflict cycles in relationships. Couples therapy conflict resolution. Emotional neglect an...
2024-01-1829 min
Real Talk TherapySocial Media: the Good, the Bad, the UglyNooshin brings on guest Sara Crossley, LCPC to discuss social media and the impact on mental health and our behavior. They share some of the good sides of access to social media but also the bad.
RTT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realtalktherapypod/ RTT Website: https://realtalktherapypodcast.com/
2023-12-0436 minA Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-GrowthThriving Through Parenthood with Andrea Burkly, LCPC, PMH-CMeet Andrea Burkly, a down-to-earth therapist and podcast host, who speaks honestly about the transition to parenthood. She says that becoming parents is when the wheels fall off for many of us, and in this episode, she offers hope, humor and guidance for those navigating the challenges of postpartum and parenthood. Here's what we uncover in this episode:Key Themes Explored:
Personal Journey into Parenthood: Andrea's candid exploration of her own postpartum depression journey and how it fueled her passion for guiding others through this challenging period.
Niche Specialization: The transformative power of personal stories in sh...
2023-11-231h 00Real Talk TherapySports Fandom; How being a Super Fan Impacts Mental Health and MoreSara Crossley, LCPC (also a Bills fan) joins Nooshin and Kate to discuss the difference between being the fan of a sports team vs. an extreme fan. They chat about the pros and cons of Sports Fandom and the impacts and benefits it has on mental health.
2023-11-0740 min
Moms Without CapesMWC 165: Stay True to Yourself with Elle HartBeing a mother doesn't mean sacrificing your individuality. By staying true to yourself, embracing your strengths, and prioritizing self-care, you can feel empowered every day and create a harmonious balance between your role as a mother and your identity as an individual. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I’m talking with Elle Hart all about how to stay true to yourself and lean into your strengths so that you can feel empowered every day. Join therapist, life coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky, MA, LCPC as she seeks to inspire moms to step out of the Su...
2023-07-0544 min
Moms Without Capes165 | Empower Yourself Every Day: Embracing Motherhood and Individuality with Elle HartBeing a mother doesn't mean sacrificing your individuality. By staying true to yourself, embracing your strengths, and prioritizing self-care, you can feel empowered every day and create a harmonious balance between your role as a mother and your identity as an individual. In this episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I’m talking with Elle Hart all about how to stay true to yourself and lean into your strengths so that you can feel empowered every day. Join therapist, life coach, and mom Onnie Michalsky, MA, LCPC as she seeks to inspire moms to step out of...
2023-07-0546 min
Sustainable Parenting | Positive Discipline for Raising Resilient KidsHow to Survive the Newborn Stage Without Losing Sleep or Your Marriage | Dr. Gabe McCormickThe newborn stage can feel like one of the biggest parenting challenges you'll ever face. If you're trying to survive the newborn stage while running on little sleep, adjusting to life with a new baby, and keeping your relationship strong, you're in the right place.In this episode of the Sustainable Parenting podcast, my husband, Dr. Gabe McCormick, joins me for an honest conversation about what helped us get through those early months with babies under two. We're sharing three simple shifts that helped us protect our marriage, support each other, and bring a little...
2023-06-2114 min
Sustainable Parenting | Positive Discipline for Raising Resilient KidsHow to Calm a Meltdown in 30 Seconds or LessWondering how to stop tantrums or calm a meltdown without yelling or making things worse?On a scale of 1–10, how much panic or anxiety do you feel when you imagine your child having a meltdown at Costco—or in the middle of the park?Has that fear ever kept you from making plans with friends or family because you're worried your child might cause a scene and leave you feeling embarrassed?In this episode of the Sustainable Parenting podcast with Flora McCormick, I'll share one simple tool that can help calm big...
2023-05-1709 min
The Un-Perfected PodAll Things Postpartum with Expert Guest Allie McQuaid LCPCIn this episode of the Unperfected Pod, Brooke welcomes Allison McQuaid, LCPC, PMH-C, Allison is a Maryland-based licensed professional counselor and certified in perinatal mental health. She discusses how to implement self-care and boundaries into our lives as working moms. She dives deep into the importance of taking breaks and pauses throughout the day to recharge and remain present for our families and work without feeling depleted. She speaks about perinatal mental health struggles that mothers face during this period including anxiety, worry, body-image concerns, pressure to "bounce back", identity development challenges, lack of support, resentfulness towards the support...
2023-03-1749 min
She Matters with Leslie DavisUsing Therapy as a Safe Space for Building Healthy AttachmentThis is the final episode of She Matters. I hope you’ve enjoyed this special series about attachment styles relative to the Black single mom experience. In this episode I discuss using therapy as a safe space to build secure attachment. https://dianepooleheller.com/attachment-test/Directory of Black Therapists https://therapyforblackgirls.com/Financial assistance for therapy https://thelovelandfoundation.org/Suicide Prevention https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/Domestic Violence Resource https://ncadv.org/Are you ready to connect with other single moms? https://heartsinfaith.org/https://www.psychologytoday.com/u...
2022-02-0211 minShe Matters with Leslie DavisIdentity as a Single Mom: Know Yourself. Know Your WorthIn this episode I will share a part of my journey as a Black single mom in America as well as the importance of community and identity in being a Strong Black Woman.https://dianepooleheller.com/attachment-test/Directory of Black Therapists https://therapyforblackgirls.com/Financial assistance for therapy https://thelovelandfoundation.org/Suicide Prevention https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/Domestic Violence Resource https://ncadv.org/Are you ready to connect with other single moms? https://heartsinfaith.org/Are you ready for therapy or relationship coaching?https://l...
2022-02-0214 minShe Matters with Leslie DavisEffective Communication in Relationships Based on Your Attachment StyleIn this episode I share tips with you about effective communication based on your anxious or avoidant attachment style. I also discuss the importance of effective communication with your child's father. https://dianepooleheller.com/attachment-test/Directory of Black Therapists https://therapyforblackgirls.com/Financial assistance for therapy https://thelovelandfoundation.org/Suicide Prevention https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/Domestic Violence Resource https://ncadv.org/Are you ready to connect with other single moms? https://heartsinfaith.org/https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapistshttps://www.betterhelp.com/A...
2022-02-0214 minShe Matters with Leslie DavisEstablishing Healthy Boundaries in RelationshipsIn this episode I describe three types of boundaries (emotional, physical, and time) and leave you with three steps to establishing healthy boundaries with your partner. https://dianepooleheller.com/attachment-test/Directory of Black Therapists https://therapyforblackgirls.com/Financial assistance for therapy https://thelovelandfoundation.org/Suicide Prevention https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/Domestic Violence Resource https://ncadv.org/Are you ready to connect with other single moms? https://heartsinfaith.org/Are you ready for therapy or relationship coaching?https://leslie-davis411.clientsecure.me/Follow me on...
2022-02-0214 minShe Matters with Leslie DavisSecure Attachment in RelationshipsIn this episode I share with insight into the goal of attachment styles, secure attachment. You will also learn the secret to earning secure attachment.https://dianepooleheller.com/attachment-test/Directory of Black Therapists https://therapyforblackgirls.com/Financial assistance for therapy https://thelovelandfoundation.org/Suicide Prevention https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/Domestic Violence Resource https://ncadv.org/Are you ready to connect with other single moms? https://heartsinfaith.org/Are you ready for therapy or relationship coaching?https://leslie-davis411.clientsecure.me/Follow me on In...
2022-02-0214 minShe Matters with Leslie DavisAvoidant Attachment in RelationshipsIn this episode I share with you insight to avoidant attachment style as well as its effects on depression for the Black single mom. https://dianepooleheller.com/attachment-test/Directory of Black Therapists https://therapyforblackgirls.com/ Financial assistance for therapy https://thelovelandfoundation.org/ Suicide Prevention https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/Domestic Violence Resource https://ncadv.org/Are you ready to connect with other single moms? https://heartsinfaith.org/Are you ready for therapy or relationship coaching?https://leslie-davis411.clientsecure.me/Follow me on Instagram @lesl...
2022-02-0215 minShe Matters with Leslie DavisAnxious Attachment in RelationshipsIn this episode I provide more insight to anxious attachment style in a romantic relationship or friendship. https://dianepooleheller.com/attachment-test/Directory of Black Therapists https://therapyforblackgirls.com/Financial assistance for therapy https://thelovelandfoundation.org/Domestic Violence Resource https://ncadv.org/Are you ready to connect with other single moms? https://heartsinfaith.org/Are you ready for therapy or relationship coaching?https://leslie-davis411.clientsecure.me/Follow me on Instagram @leslie.d.lcpc--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lesliedlcpc/support
2022-02-0213 minShe Matters with Leslie DavisIntroduction to Attachment Styles in RelationshipsIn this episode I will share a brief description of three main attachment styles: anxious, avoidant, and secure. To find your attachment style profile, click on the link below.https://dianepooleheller.com/attachment-test/https://www.attachedthebook.com/wordpress/about-the-book/Directory of Black Therapists https://therapyforblackgirls.com/Financial assistance for therapy https://thelovelandfoundation.org/Suicide Prevention https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/Domestic Violence Resource https://ncadv.org/Are you ready to connect with other single moms? https://heartsinfaith.org/Are you ready for therapy or relationship co...
2022-02-0211 min
Exploring Food Allergy FamiliesReal Talk with Jo Frost (aka Supernanny) - Part 2 of 2 [Ep. 21]My guest Jo Frost (also known as Supernanny) and I chat about so many important topics in this 2-part episode, including how to live an empowered life with allergies, navigating various family/parenting dynamics including divorced/blended families, and how values can be the compass that guides you to living a safe AND full life with allergies. Jo also shares insights into how her upbringing empowered her, how her family/friends support her allergy safety, and some fun insights into the filming of her show, Supernanny!Be sure to listen to both Part 1 (Ep. 20...
2021-10-0629 minExploring Food Allergy FamiliesReal Talk with Jo Frost (aka Supernanny) - Part 1 of 2 [Ep. 20]My guest Jo Frost (also known as Supernanny) and I chat about so many important topics in this 2-part episode, including how to live an empowered life with allergies, navigating various family/parenting dynamics including divorced/blended families, and how values can be the compass that guides you to living a safe AND full life with allergies. Jo also shares insights into how her upbringing empowered her, how her family/friends support her allergy safety, and some fun insights into the filming of her show, Supernanny!Be sure to listen to both Part 1 (Ep. 20...
2021-10-0331 minExploring Food Allergy FamiliesSocial & Life Tips for Allergic Teens and Young Adults; Guest: Kortney Kwong Hing [Ep. 19]Navigating the teen and young adult years is hard enough, but managing a food allergy can make it feel even more difficult. This episode offers guidance and tips to help allergic teens, young adults and parents navigate these years. My guest Kortney Kwong Hing and I discuss the following topics: Various common social & life scenarios, tips for speaking up about safety when shy, tips on how to fit in with friends safely, how/when to talk about your allergy when dating, talking to (and showing) parents you can be trusted, and taking ownership of...
2021-07-3140 min
Get Naked with Dr. KateWhy Pronouns Matter - With Casey Tanner, LCPC @QueersextherapyWhy Pronouns Matter - Modern Intimacy Podcast - Casey Tanner, LCPC @queersextherapy - Episode 4In this episode, Dr. Kate Balestrieri and Casey Tanner, LCPC discuss the merits in understanding pronouns, how to think about them, and how to begin taking steps to changing your language to include a more expansive and inclusive vocabulary. They discuss how to ask about pronouns, how and when to declare them, and what to do if you make a mistake.Guest info: Casey Tanner, LCPC is an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist who combines evidence-based research, queer affirming care, and pleasure...
2021-07-1932 minExploring Food Allergy FamiliesTaking Fear & Trauma Out of Epinephrine Use; Guest: Fawn McNeil-Haber, PhD [Ep. 18]This episode explores dealing with fearful thoughts and a variety of emotions when just thinking about epinephrine, or when you actually need to use it. .My guest Fawn McNeil-Haber, PhD and I share strategies and tips to prepare for, actually use, and process the thoughts, feelings and trauma that are often part of the allergic reaction experience. These tips are helpful for kids, teens, adults and parents!.Take advantage of two allergy-informed behavioral health clinicians discussing strategies to deal with the very real internal experiences when using epinephrine! And please feel free to let us k...
2021-07-0237 minExploring Food Allergy FamiliesFood Allergies & ARFID: Is It Just Picky Eating?; Guest: Tiffany Taft, PsyD [Ep. 17]Many people have picky eating habits and may even avoid a number of foods, but when do these food preferences become problematic, especially for those managing food allergy? This episode explores the answers to these questions and the diagnosis of ARFID (avoidant restrictive food intake disorder) which is a diagnosis becoming more well-known in those managing chronic conditions focused on food intake. My guest, gastropsychologist Tiffany Taft, PsyD and I talk about: What ARFID is AND isn't; Differences between ARFID & picky eating habits; When to be concerned about picky eating habits; The role...
2021-06-1243 minExploring Food Allergy FamiliesSo, You Want to Be an Allergy Advocate or Professional?; Guest: Gina Mennett Lee, M.Ed. [Ep. 16]Maybe you're an allergic individual or allergy parent who wants to advocate on a larger scale? Or perhaps you're interested in learning more about what a food allergy consultant or allergy-informed therapist does and how to become one? Gina Mennett Lee, M.Ed. and I discuss food allergy advocacy, consulting and counseling, paying special attention to not burning yourself out, especially as an advocate. We offer tips on recognizing burnout, determining your own boundaries, prioritizing your advocacy efforts based on your own values, referring people to others when needed, and prioritizing a balanced approach so...
2021-05-2236 minExploring Food Allergy FamiliesComparing Moms' & Dads' Experiences - Allergy Parenting Survey Review [Ep. 15]In honor of Mother's Day this weekend, I'm reviewing the 2020 Food Allergy Mom Experiences survey results to gain better insight into how moms feel about allergy parenting. Additionally, I'll compare the data from the 2020 Food Allergy Dad Experiences survey (which asked the exact same questions), and explore similarities and differences in their experiences. [Be sure to check out Episode 2, which is all about the dads' survey results] The survey questions look at:The hardest aspects of food allergy parentingWhat allergy parenting tasks each parent felt they were more confident withWhat allergy parenting...
2021-05-0429 minExploring Food Allergy FamiliesTips for Managing Oral Food Challenge Anxiety; Guest: Fawn McNeil-Haber, PhD [Ep. 14]It's common to feel nervous or anxious in anticipation of an oral food challenge (OFC). On this episode, fellow allergy-informed therapist Fawn McNeil-Haber, PhD and I will discuss navigating oral food challenge anxiety. We will specifically explore: Tips to encourage readiness for kids, teens, parents and adultsAnxiety management strategies to practice Tips to help determine anxiety versus allergic reaction sensationsStrategies to navigate nerves during the actual OFC appointmentHow far in advance to tell your child about an OFC Answering the question "How does the allergist know what's happening in my body?"The importance of having a mantraA fun idea...
2021-04-1936 minExploring Food Allergy Families3 Things Allergists Want You to Talk with Them About; Guest: Dr. Zachary Rubin [Ep. 13]Open communication with your allergist is crucial - it helps them meet you where you're at and in turn, provides you with valuable guidance and information to help navigate life with food allergies. However, not everyone knows how to advocate for their own patient needs or when they should or shouldn't reach out to their allergist with questions. In this episode, I'll be chatting with my guest, allergist Dr. Zachary Rubin on the following topics and more: Benefits of open communication with your allergist or doctor;3 things your allergist wants you to talk to t...
2021-04-1135 minExploring Food Allergy Families4 Things You Should Know About Therapy [Ep. 12]In honor of Counseling Awareness Month in April, Season 2 kicks off with an episode focusing on therapy, because after the last 12 months, many could benefit from additional support. This episode will specifically explore: WHY (and when) people might decide to seek out therapyWHO provides counseling services WHAT some common counseling approaches are, and determining which is right for youWHERE to find therapistsRead more tips on finding allergy-informed therapists: https://www.foodallergycounselor.com/blog/how-to-find-an-allergy-knowledgeable-counseling-providerWebsites to locate therapists or co...
2021-04-0220 minExploring Food Allergy FamiliesFood Allergy Thinking Traps: What Are They & How to Get Unstuck [Ep. 11]Thinking traps, or cognitive distortions, tend to lead us into a pattern of increased anxiety, worry, or stress. In this episode, we'll explore food allergy-focused thinking traps, and strategies to challenge and deal with them. (These strategies are easily adaptable to teach children and teens as well). To learn more about thinking traps or locate the handout, check out this Food Allergy Counselor Directory & website blog post on the topic: Food Allergy Thinking TrapsCheck out the "Take Home Challenge" section on the podcast page for PDFs/handouts related to podcast episodes:
2020-09-0216 minExploring Food Allergy FamiliesThe Data About Our Feelings - Exploring CFAAR Research; Guests: Ruchi Gupta, MD & Lisa Lombard, PhD [Ep. 10]This episode focuses on understanding what research tells us about the emotional and social impacts food allergies have on individuals and families, and what upcoming CFAAR studies may further explore.Guests Ruchi Gupta, MD, MPH and Lisa Lombard, Ph.D. from the Center for Food Allergy & Asthma Research (CFAAR) join me on this episode to discuss recent studies focused on the social and emotional impacts food allergies have on individuals and families, and how this data is helping them create new studies and interventions. We explore the data gathered on....E...
2020-08-0927 minExploring Food Allergy FamiliesMoving Forward After an Allergic Reaction; Guest: Fawn McNeil-Haber, PhD [Ep. 9]It's normal to be left with a variety of thoughts and feelings after an allergic reaction, which sometimes then leads to changes in behaviors and confidence. On this episode, we will explore and share tips to help move through this normal post-reaction phase. My guest on this episode is psychologist Fawn McNeil-Haber of Brave Minds Psychological Services in Scotch Plains, NJ.Fawn and I explore the following: Common emotions experienced after a reactionStrategies to help you work WITH feelings rather than fight against themPost-reaction thoughts and what to do about themMoving through p...
2020-07-2738 minExploring Food Allergy FamiliesFood Allergy Treatments: Tips to Navigate Emotions, Decisions & Power Struggles; Guest: Marte Matthews, LMFT [Ep. 8]Whether you've just learned about, or are considering or currently taking part in food allergy treatments, this episode will offer insights into the emotional aspects of treatments - a focus not always openly explored. My guest on this episode is Marte Matthews, LMFT, a licensed marriage and family therapist in private practice who also works with allergic patients at the Sean N. Parker Center for Allergy & Asthma Research at Stanford University. Marte and I explore the following topics: Important factors to think about when considering food allergy treatmentsAssessing your own and/or y...
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Breakfast with Christine: Interviews with your Flathead Business NeighborsInterview with Jen Stebbins, LCPCJen Stebbins is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and her office is located in Kalispell, Montana. She enjoys working with teens and adults addressing depression, anxiety, high functioning autism, self-harm, grief, identity issues, substance use, peer relationship conflict, family conflict and trauma. Jen is also trained in EMDR.
To learn more about Jen Stebbins, LCPC visit her website at: https://www.stebbinslcpc.com/
Or give her a call at: 406.471.5941 or you may email her at: jennifer@stebbinslcpc.com
Breakfast with Christine- Interviews with your Flathead Business Neighbors podcast host is...
2020-06-1514 minExploring Food Allergy FamiliesTips from An Experienced Dad (Part 2); Guest: Jit Bose - [Ep. 7]We don't always hear from the dads as much as we do from the moms. Therefore, after the results of the Food Allergy Dad Experience Survey were published in Episode 2, I wanted to chat in depth with one of the dads.In this episode, the second in a two-part series, guest Jit Bose and I explore his experiences as the dad of a child with food allergies, and the insightful tips he has for other dads (and all parents, really) after 15 years on this journey.In part 2, we...
2020-06-1519 minExploring Food Allergy FamiliesTips from An Experienced Dad (Part 1); Guest: Jit Bose - [Ep. 6]We don't always hear from the dads as much as we do from the moms. Therefore, after the results of the Food Allergy Dad Experience Survey were published in Episode 2, I wanted to chat in depth with one of the dads.In this episode, the first in a two-part series, guest Jit Bose and I explore his experiences as the dad of a child with food allergies, and the insightful tips he has for other dads (and all parents, really) after 15 years on this journey.In part 1, we...
2020-06-1519 min
Breakfast with Christine: Interviews with your Flathead Business NeighborsInterview with Carrie Thiel, LCPCCarrie Thiel is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and her office is located in Kalispell, Montana. Issues she explores with her clients include: life transitions, identity and self-image, disordered eating and body image concerns, grief, depression, anxiety, mid-life issues, self-compassion, career concerns, purpose and meaning, and more. She works with adults age 18 and older.
To learn more about Carrie Thiel, LCPC visit her website at: https://thielcounseling.wixsite.com/website-2
Or give her a call at: 406-212-2016
Breakfast with Christine- Interviews with your Flathead Business Neighbors podcast host...
2020-06-0817 min
Breakfast with Christine: Interviews with your Flathead Business NeighborsInterview with Emily Swisher, LCPCEmily Swisher is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor and Equine-Specialist in Whitefish, Montana. She works with children, adolescents, and adults either at Two Bear Ranch where she facilitates equine assisted psychotherapy or her office on 2nd Street in Whitefish.
To learn more and to contact Emily Swisher, LCPC visit her website at: www.emilyswishercounseling.com, email her at: EmilyESwisher@gmail.com or you may call her at #406-200-9428.
Breakfast with Christine- Interviews with your Flathead Neighbors podcast host is Christine Hurst, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified...
2020-06-0116 minExploring Food Allergy FamiliesEmbracing the Crazy & Finding the Humor in Life, Especially Lately; Guest: Jen Burch - [Ep. 5]Let's be honest - with life feeling more stressful at the moment, we may forget to look for opportunities to laugh. But laughter can be a great coping strategy! This episode will not only remind you to embrace the crazy and find the humor in life, but will likely have you laughing and thinking "Yes, I can totally relate!" In this episode, guest Jen Burch and I chat about many moments where we could have lost our minds, but instead, welcomed the chaos instead - which changed our outlooks on the situation! We...
2020-06-0130 minExploring Food Allergy FamiliesNavigating Telemedicine & Office Allergy Appointments During COVID-19; Guest: Dr. Dave Stukus - [Ep. 4]How do telemedicine allergy appointments really work? In this episode, Dr. Dave Stukus and I chat about telemedicine and in-person appointments during this pandemic. We will explore: What to expect & how to prepare for telemedicine appointmentsStrategies to help kids engage in telemedicine appointmentsReminders to help decrease anxiety for in-person appointments during COVIDPlus, we get real and chat about individualized allergy care, and our own experiences working with patients during the pandemic. (Laughs included!). You can follow Dr. Dave Stukus on Twitter for great information (and really bad jokes of the week) at @AllergyKidsDoc
2020-05-1923 minExploring Food Allergy FamiliesFrom Doubt to Confidence: Exploring Vulnerability & Food Allergies - [Ep. 3]Vulnerability can make us feel pretty uncomfortable, but does feeling vulnerable mean we're weak? In this episode, we'll explore what vulnerability is and how it relates to managing food allergies. We'll also review 5 steps that can help you move from doubt to confidence when managing allergies. So let's explore vulnerability!Exploring Vulnerability & Food Allergies 5-Step Handout/PDF: https://www.foodallergycounselor.com/resources.html(Find it in the "Take Home Challenge" section)Learn more about the Exploring Food Allergy Families podcast: www.FoodAllergyFamilies.com
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2020-05-0425 minExploring Food Allergy FamiliesPreview Episode and Introduction - [Ep. 1]Join licensed therapist, Tamara Hubbard, as she discusses the inspiration for this podcast and what you can expect from it. Subscribe now to get updates!Learn more about the Exploring Food Allergy Families podcast at www.FoodAllergyFamilies.comTo locate an allergy-informed clinical counseling provider in your state, or to access related resources, visit the Food Allergy Counselor Directory & website at www.FoodAllergyCounselor.comConnect via social media! Connect with the Food Allergy Counselor Directory & website / Exploring Food Allergy Families podcast on Facebook: www.Facebook.com/FoodAllergyCounselorConnect w...
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