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LIFE IS ABOUT MORE THAN LIVINGWORDS OF HOPE FOR A BLEEDING AMERICA A Conversation with Phyllis LeavittThe greatness of America lies not in being more enlightened than any other nation, but rather in her ability to repair her faults.-Alexis de Tocqueville French Historian 1805-1859Phyllis brief bioMy name is Phyllis Leavitt. I have been a psychotherapist for over thirty years and I wrote a new book called "America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis," on Amazon https://a.co/d/2Lba95N is about the urgent need for addressing both our individual and collective mental health as the greatest resource for h...
2025-12-0344 min
Mindful YouMindfulness, Active Listening, and the Path to Inner Peace with Phyllis LeavittWelcome to another enlightening episode of the Mindful You Podcast! Today, your host Alan Carroll sits down with Phyllis Leavitt, a seasoned therapist, author, and seeker of spiritual connection from Taos, New Mexico. Together, they dive deep into the heart of mental health, exploring the difference between living from your ego and operating from your essential self or soul. Through candid conversation, Phyllis Leavitt shares her personal healing journey and the transformative power of mindfulness, self-awareness, and nonjudgmental listening.From overcoming childhood conditioning to embracing meditation, creativity, and authentic connection, you’ll hear insights on self-regulation, compassion, an...
2025-11-1150 min
Kultivation with Kevie: A Self-Empowerment Podcast | Cultivating Courage, Confidence, Consistency & CreativityHealing a Nation: Phyllis Leavitt on Trauma, Spirituality & America in Therapy | Next Level Voices Ep. 11 | #WisdomWednesdaysWelcome to Episode 11 of the Next Level Voices Series on Kultivation w/ Kevie!In this deeply healing conversation, I sit down with author and psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt to discuss her inspiring journey from childhood trauma to spiritual awakening — and how her latest book, America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis, uses the lens of family therapy to help us understand the roots of collective pain, violence, and disconnection.Together, they explore how personal healing contributes to social transformation, how trauma shapes the human spirit, and why lo...
2025-10-2940 min
Retrieving Sanity: Mental Health Recovery from Addictions and TraumasPutting the Nation in Therapy with Phyllis LeavittSummary
In this episode of Retrieving Sanity, host Keegan Read engages with psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt, who advocates for a national therapy approach to address the collective trauma and dysfunction in society. They discuss the importance of understanding personal and societal trauma, the role of communication in healing relationships, and the necessity of accountability and love in fostering a healthier community. Phyllis emphasizes that healing begins at the individual level and can ripple out to affect families and society as a whole. The conversation also touches on the significance of hope, kindness, and the need for systemic change...
2025-09-2257 min
Message In The MiddleAmerica in Therapy: Healing Ourselves to Heal Our Nation with Phyllis LeavittIf you’ve been feeling the weight of the world lately, wondering how we got here, why everything feels so divided, or how to reconnect to yourself in a culture that seems more disconnected than ever, this episode offers a thoughtful, healing perspective.In this soulful and timely conversation, Marianne sits down with Phyllis Leavitt, a seasoned psychotherapist, spiritual seeker, and author of America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis. Drawing from more than 30 years of clinical experience and her own healing journey, Phyllis explores the idea th...
2025-09-0644 min
The Other Side Of PotentialEpisode 352: Best Of: Healing Childhood Trauma and Building Healthier Futures with Phyllis LeavittIn this moving episode, Dr. Sharon Spano sits down with Phyllis Leavitt, a psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience helping individuals and families heal from trauma. Phyllis shares her personal journey of navigating childhood trauma and how it led her to a lifelong mission of guiding others toward healing and wholeness.She also discusses her book America in Therapy, where she explores how the dynamics of family trauma reflect the larger dysfunctions we see in society today. Phyllis makes the case that by addressing and healing trauma at the individual and family level, we can also begin...
2025-09-0349 min
The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Vicki NoethlingPhyllis Leavitt on a New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis🎙️ Episode Description
A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis
What if the same principles that heal broken families could also heal a broken nation? In this powerful episode of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling sits down with Phyllis Leavitt, psychotherapist, author, and expert in healing trauma, abuse, and dysfunctional family dynamics.
Drawing from over three decades of counseling experience and her latest book America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis, Phyllis shares profound insights into the root...
2025-08-2733 min
Perspective with VivHow To Heal A Nation (And Why It Starts With You) with Phyllis LeavittEp. 157. In this episode, I sit down with retired psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt to explore the urgent need for healing, in our personal lives and across America as a nation. Drawing from her decades of experience in trauma therapy, Phyllis reveals how personal healing is the foundation for national recovery, and how the same patterns of family dysfunction, abuse, and neglect we see in homes also play out not only in America but in nations worldwide.This conversation is about breaking cycles of abuse, reconnecting to yourself through what you love, and recognizing that every person has the...
2025-08-1528 min
Simply SatisfiedFrom Darkness to Light: Phyllis Leavitt’s Journey of Healing and HopeIn this deeply moving episode, author and therapist Phyllis Leavitt opens up about her lifelong path from childhood trauma to profound healing. Blending spirituality, psychology, and her own lived experience, Phyllis shares how poetry, therapy, and spiritual awakening helped her reconnect with her true self.We dive into her book America in Therapy, exploring how personal wounds mirror systemic issues—and why individual healing is the foundation for meaningful societal change. With compassion at the core, Phyllis offers wisdom on creating safe spaces, embracing our inner child, and using awareness to break cycles of pa...
2025-08-091h 02
Holistic Healing PodcastHealing a Nation’s Wounds with Phyllis LeavittWhy does it feel like we’re breaking apart as a nation, and what can we do to heal?In this inspiring episode of the Holistic Healing Podcast, Luam shares the mic with psychotherapist and author Phyllis Leavitt, who explores how the wounds we carry as individuals mirror the dysfunction we see in our society. Drawing from decades of therapeutic experience and her book America in Therapy, Phyllis shares how abuse, neglect, blame, and disconnection shape not only our families but also our schools, workplaces, and governments. She explains how the principles of healing can be scaled fr...
2025-07-2840 min
Politically High-Tech291- Healing America's Fractured Soul With Phyllis LeavittSend us a textAmerica's mental health crisis extends beyond individuals to our national discourse, creating escalating divisions that threaten our collective well-being and future. Psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt explains how applying family systems therapy principles to our societal problems could create pathways for healing our fractured nation.• Mentally healthy people don't want to hurt each other - they seek relationship repair, listening, and taking responsibility rather than blame• Our political system currently models behaviors we wouldn't tolerate in schools, workplaces, or families• The win-lose dynamic dominating our politics has reached a dangerous point where...
2025-07-281h 05
The T.R.O.N. PodcastPhyllis LeavittPhyllis Leavitt is a seasoned psychotherapist with over thirty years of experience working with children, families, couples, and individuals. A graduate of Antioch University with a Master’s in Psychology and Counseling, she co-directed a sexual abuse treatment program before running her private practice. Phyllis is the author of A Light in the Darkness, Into the Fire, and her newest book, America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis, which explores how applying principles of Family Systems Therapy can help heal America’s deep divisions and growing violence. Now mostly retired in Taos...
2025-07-1529 min
Adult Children In Recovery - Moving From Insanity To SerenityTrust & Safety For The Inner Child with Phyllis Leavitt | adult child in recovery podcastSend us a textIn this latest adult child in recovery podcast, I sat down with returning guest and psycho-therapist Phyllis Leavitt, the author of America In Therapy. We talked about the potential danger when untreated childhood wounds go unaddressed and how this may create a toxic sense of entitlement and misuse of power that can destroy innocent lives and your closest relationships not only in America but globally. Phyllis spoke about her own childhood trauma and shared practical and profound insights on how to move from survival mode and embody inner resilience. The theme...
2025-07-1237 min
UnwrittenTherapist Says Our Country is in Crisis… And She’s Not Wrong - Phyllis Leavitt - #121Phyllis Leavitt was once a child grappling with deep trauma. Today, she’s a therapist, author, and global voice for healing. She shares how her past pain pushed her toward a bigger mission. She wants to help people, ideally the world, regain their mental and emotional health.In this raw episode, Phyllis unpacks the hidden impact of childhood conditioning, the silent crisis of generational trauma, and how these personal wounds mirror the deep divisions within our society. Drawing from her book America in Therapy, she argues that the emotional health of a nation starts at home—in the family, in t...
2025-05-211h 22
Mastery Podcast with Dr. SasHow Childhood Trauma Shapes Society: Psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt on Healing AmericaCan personal trauma ripple out into national dysfunction?In this eye-opening episode of the Mastery Podcast with Dr. Sas (Dr. Sasitorn Sukkasem), retired psychotherapist and author Phyllis Leavitt shares how the emotional wounds we carry as individuals can mirror—and even fuel—the crises we face as a society. Drawing from her 30+ years of clinical experience and her book America in Therapy, Phyllis explores how unhealed childhood trauma contributes to division, violence, and a lack of empathy in our culture.We also dive into her personal spiritual journey, divine down...
2025-05-1350 min
The Elisha ShowHealing America Starts at Home: Phyllis Leavitt on Transforming Family Systems Through Inner WorkIn this powerful episode, Amb. Elisha sits down with seasoned psychotherapist and author Phyllis Leavitt, who shares her transformative journey from trauma to healing.
With over 30 years of experience, Phyllis discusses how her personal and professional paths intertwined, leading to the creation of her latest book, America in Therapy.
Discover how family systems mirror the larger dynamics of our society—and how deep inner work can restore both personal and national well-being.
A must-listen for those passionate about healing, leadership, and making a lasting impact.
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2025-04-2325 min
Soul Elevation: Guiding Your Ascension to New Heights425. Deeper Insights on the Chakras from Higher Consciousness Beings - Phyllis LeavittI found this conversation with guest Phyllis Leavitt profoundly delightful. With 50 years of spiritual seeking and 30 years as a psychotherapist, Phyllis shares her transformative experiences, which include automatic writing from a higher consciousness and being illuminated from within with golden light. This episode explores vital topics such as the chakra system, shadow work, and spiritual bypassing. Phyllis shares direct insights she has received about the chakras from this higher consciousness intelligence, including the concept of a chakra triangle. Discover how divine guidance has shaped Phyllis's journey and gain insights into psychological healing and...
2025-04-1040 min
Wild Souls76. Psychology Meets Spirit: Healing Ourselves to Heal the World w/ Phyllis LeavittIn this episode of Wild Souls, I’m joined by the wise and deeply insightful Phyllis Leavitt—a seasoned psychotherapist, author, and visionary voice in the field of emotional and spiritual healing. With over three decades of experience working with individuals, couples, children, and families, Phyllis has spent her life exploring the intersection of trauma, dysfunction, healing, and the soul’s capacity to transform.We explore themes from her newest book, America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis, and talk about how individual and collective healing are intric...
2025-04-0444 min
The Next Chapter with Charlie#356 Phyllis Leavitt: America in TherapyShow Notes Our special guest today is psychologist and author, Phyllis Leavitt. I like what Amazon wrote about her most recent book, America in Therapy: The review said… In the first book of its kind, Phyllis Leavitt highlights a crucial missing piece from national political discourse – the declining state of America's mental health – and the book emphasizes that addressing our nation's ills from a psychological perspective takes us beyond partisanship altogether. Today we will get into her new book and its psychological contribution to national healing as well as the spiritual side of...
2025-03-241h 00The Next Chapter with Charlie#355 Phyllis Leavitt: America in TherapyShow Notes Our special guest today is psychologist and author, Phyllis Leavitt. I like what Amazon wrote about her most recent book, America in Therapy: The review said… In the first book of its kind, Phyllis Leavitt highlights a crucial missing piece from national political discourse – the declining state of America's mental health – and the book emphasizes that addressing our nation's ills from a psychological perspective takes us beyond partisanship altogether. Today we will get into her new book and its psychological contribution to national healing as well as the spiritual side of...
2025-03-211h 00
Healing HorizonsFrom Trauma to Divine Voice: Phyllis Leavitt on Spiritual Healing & Inner TransformationIn this profound episode of Healing Horizons, host Saima welcomes Phyllis Leavitt, a seasoned psychotherapist, author, and spiritual seeker, who shares her transformative journey from healing childhood trauma to embracing divine guidance. Phyllis recounts early mystical experiences—such as out-of-body moments and deep connections with nature—that sparked her innate curiosity about the spiritual realm. Over time, she began receiving clear messages from a divine source, urging her to transform ego-driven patterns into a life filled with love and wisdom. By exploring her inner world and unlocking blocked chakra energies, particularly in the throat, Phyllis discovered that speaking her trut...
2025-03-0926 min
AmazingYou Podcast with Dr Rani ThanacoodyEpisode 141: Healing and Thriving – Yes, It’s Possible! with Phyllis LeavittEpisode 141: Healing and Thriving – Yes, It’s Possible! with Phyllis Leavitt 🎙️ In this episode of Amazing You, we welcome Phyllis Leavitt, a psychotherapist and author with over 34 years of experience helping individuals heal from abuse, trauma, and dysfunctional family dynamics. 📖 Phyllis has authored three books, including "America in Therapy," where she explores healing at both personal and societal levels. Her work focuses on restoring safety, connection, and hope in our lives and communities. 📲 Connect with Phyllis Leavitt:Website: phyllisleavitt.com Stay Connected with me:
2025-03-0737 min
Awaken Your Soul's JourneyAmerica in Therapy: Phyllis Leavitt on Healing a NationIn this episode of the 'Awaken Your Souls Journey' podcast, I interview Phyllis Leavitt, a psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience, who discusses the intersection of spiritual development and psychological healing. Leavitt shares her personal journey of overcoming childhood trauma through inner child work, meditation, and psychotherapy, which led to profound spiritual awakenings and divine guidance. She explains how psychological healing and spiritual practices can address deep-seated emotions and issues, including past life traumas, and emphasizes the collective impact of individual healing on societal issues like hatred, divisiveness, and violence. Leavitt also discusses her book 'America in Therapy...
2025-03-0338 min
Beyond the BestsellerAmerica in Therapy: Healing a Nation Through Mental Health with Phyllis LeavittHow can the principles of therapy help heal a nation? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Phyllis Leavitt, psychotherapist and author of America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis. Phyllis brings her decades of experience in family systems therapy to explore how collective mental health is the missing piece in addressing national crises like divisiveness, inequality, and violence.
We explore:
Why America functions like a family system and how systemic issues mirror dynamics within families.
The connection between mental health, societal challenges, and healing on a na...
2025-02-2423 min
Metaviews to the Future38: Healing America: A Conversation on Interdependency with Phyllis LeavittJesse Hirsh engages in a thought-provoking dialogue with Phyllis Leavitt, focusing on the critical theme of interdependency in today's society. Leavitt emphasizes that embracing interdependency is essential for healing both individual and collective wounds, suggesting that a lack of listening and vulnerability has led to societal dysfunction. As they explore the implications of mental health on politics, the conversation underscores the need for compassion and empathy in addressing the pervasive issues of violence and societal division. Leavitt also advocates for a transformative approach to American culture, proposing that the nation collectively undergo "therapy" to confront its challenges and foster...
2025-02-011h 00
Awakening#331 Phyllis Leavitt EXPOSES the Abusive System's Darkest SecretsPhyllis Leavitt has treated children, families, couples, and individual adults for 34 years, and has worked extensively with abuse and dysfunctional family dynamics, their aftermath, and some of the most important elements for healing------------------Find a Virtual Assistant at va.world------------------- Upgrade Your Brain Unleash & Use Your Uniqueness https://braingym.fitness/ http://partnerco.world/ All about Royhttps://roycoughlan.com/------------ Speaking Podcast Social Media / Coaching My Other Podcasts https://roycoughlan.com/ ------------------ About my Guest Phyllis Leavitt:Phyllis Leavitt has a Masters’ Degree in Psychology and Co...
2025-01-1356 min
Broke Up, Not Broke(n)™Emotional Recovery and Financial Stability Post-Divorce with Phyllis LeavittJamie M. Lima is joined by Phyllis Leavitt to explore the emotional recovery process and necessary mindset shifts during divorce, particularly focusing on the impact on children. The discussion emphasizes maintaining integrity and the benefits of mediation. Strategies for achieving financial stability and health post-divorce are shared. Phyllis introduces her book, discussing family dynamics and the importance of integrity in conflict resolution. Closing thoughts offer reflections on navigating divorce with dignity and the importance of prioritizing well-being for both individuals and their families.
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2025-01-0832 min
Speaking and Communicating PodcastWhy We Need Therapy w/ Phyllis Leavitt, M.A.Why do we need therapy?Meet Phyllis Leavitt, M.A.!When Phyllis became a psychotherapist, she never imagined she would one day be entering a “political” arena. But the more she worked with widespread family dysfunction and its horrifying legacy of pain and violence, the more she realized that the greatest threat to our survival as a country and as a species is our declining mental health.Phyllis knew that what we have learned about healing family violence can and must be applied to healing America. She felt compelled to leave the...
2024-12-2341 min
Speaking PodcastPhyllis Leavitt EXPOSES the Abusive System's Darkest SecretsPhyllis Leavitt has treated children, families, couples, and individual adults for 34 years, and has worked extensively with abuse and dysfunctional family dynamics, their aftermath, and some of the most important elements for healing
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2024-11-2756 min
And All the Things...54. Healing America: Finding Unity in a Time of Division with Phyllis Leavitt & All the Things✨In this episode of And All the Things, I sit down with Phyllis Leavitt, a psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience and the author of America in Therapy. Phyllis brings a unique perspective to our collective mental health, examining America’s divides through the lens of family dynamics. Together, we explore how the same principles that foster healthy, compassionate relationships within families can also be applied on a national scale to address polarization and promote unity.
Our conversation delves into the critical role that mental health and emotional awareness play in healing societal rifts, especially in the wa...
2024-11-141h 01
Off the Fence with Karen Covy: Mastering Decision Making, Divorce & MorePhyllis Leavitt: How to Handle Conflict Without Creating More PainHow amazing would your marriage, your family, and your community be if you had the tools to transform conflict into connection? In this podcast episode, psychotherapist and author Phyllis Leavitt dives deeply into the complex topic of conflict resolution and decision-making within personal relationships, families, and communities. She breaks down the dynamics of both healthy and unhealthy family relationships and talks about strategies you can use to improve your own ability to resolve conflicts in a healthier way.Beyond healing our individual relationships, Phyllis also reflects on America’s current cultural divide, noting the way we...
2024-11-1345 min
Awake InsightsHealing America: Mental Health Crisis and Social Change with Phyllis LeavittIn this insightful episode, Henk sit down with Phyllis Leavitt, a seasoned psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience specializing in abuse and family dysfunction. Phyllis discusses her book, 'America in Therapy,' which explores the application of therapeutic healing principles to national issues.
She delves into the dynamics of abuse, the critical link between individual mental health and societal wellbeing, and the urgent need for a collective approach to healing the cycles of violence and dysfunction in America. Tune in for a deep dive into family dynamics, mental health, and the path to a more peaceful and cohesive society.
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2024-11-071h 20
Lawyers & Mediators International PodcastEP263 Post Election Discussion with America in Therapy Author Phyllis Leavitt
After the non-consecutive re-election of Donald Trump in the United States, psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt (phyllisleavitt.com) joined Mac Pierre-Louis (macpierrelouis.com) for part 2 of their discussion over her book America in Therapy.
Original blog post: https://lmipodcast.com/america-in-therapy-2-phyllis-leavitt/
2024-11-0726 min
Calming the ChaosChaos in America with Phyllis LeavittNervous about today’s Election? We help you calm your chaos about the election with Licensed Mental Health Therapist and Author Phyllis Leavitt. She discusses the Psychology and Mental Health of America on the eve of the 2024 Election. Phyllis seeks to understand America, the system we are in, and how the psychology of America can be viewed from a Family Systems perspective. The problems of America are discussed, as well as possible solutions we can employ within ourselves to help heal from violence and divisiveness. Phyllis Leavitt has a Masters’ Degree in Psyc...
2024-11-0541 min
The Edges of LeanEp 134 Continuous Improvement in a Time of Political Turmoil with Phyllis Leavitt
It’s election season in the United States, and it affects us all, no matter how involved we are in politics. Deep fractures run through our families, neighborhoods, and workplaces, affecting our ability to live and work with each other. Phyllis Leavitt’s new book, America in Therapy, directly addresses this problem and what we can do about it. She joined me at the Edges of Lean to talk about the intersections of political division and continuous improvement.
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Phyllis Leavitt’s journey into psychology began long before her formal education. Growing up in a c...
2024-10-1742 minLawyers & Mediators International PodcastEP261 American in Therapy with Psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt, MA
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Join Phyllis Leavitt as she diagnoses the collective mental illness of the "American Family" and outlines six steps crucial to repairing relationships in the US, especially by driving home the need to shift from a win-lose mindset to a win-win paradigm to heal societal divides.
2024-10-1238 min
Scenic Route, Social Change and Mental Health for Tired PerfectionistsThe Psychology of Conflict: Healing Society from the Inside Out with Phyllis LeavittHow do our personal relationships shape the way we engage with society? Can psychology offer solutions to the deep divisions we see today?In this thought-provoking episode of The Scenic Route Podcast, host Jennifer Walter sits down with Phyllis Leavitt, acclaimed psychologist and author of America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis. Together, they explore the powerful link between family dynamics and societal conflict—and how we can use psychology to heal division, foster understanding, and create lasting change.🎧 Listen now and disco...
2024-10-081h 02
Page ChewingFriday Conversation | Ep 134: Healing a Divided Nation: Applying Psychotherapy Principles with Phyllis LeavittIn this insightful episode, we sit down with psychotherapist and author Phyllis Leavitt to discuss her powerful new book, America in Therapy. Leavitt explores how the principles of psychotherapy can be applied not only to personal healing but also to address the deep divides in our nation. She shares her own journey of healing and highlights the critical importance of addressing unhealed trauma in both individuals and society.Throughout the conversation, we delve into the harmful policies that perpetuate division and conflict, and how they mirror dynamics found in abusive families. Leavitt also emphasizes the role of...
2024-09-2745 min
Deconstructing YOUHow Family Dynamics Marr You and the Collective, Healing Needed with Phyllis LeavittPhyllis Leavitt has a Masters’ Degree in Psychology and Counseling from Antioch University. She co-directed the Parents United sexual abuse treatment program in Santa Fe, New Mexico for two years and then went into private practice full time. Phyllis has treated children, families, couples, and individual adults for 34 years, and has worked extensively with abuse and dysfunctional family dynamics, their aftermath, and some of the most important elements for healing. She has two previous books, A Light in the Darkness and Into the Fire. Her latest book, America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Na...
2024-08-2250 min
The Thought Snob Podcast with Paula SwopePhyllis Leavitt- America in TherapyPhyllis Leavitt is a psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience. She specializes in dysfunctional and abusive family dynamics. In her new book, America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis, she addresses the nation's mental health crisis, proposing psychological insights can heal our deep seeded psychological wounds.
Today, she joins Paula on The Thought Snob Podcast. This recording took place just days after former president Donald Trump's attempted assassination. In it, they discuss what lead to this point and how we as a country can heal the wounds which lead...
2024-07-301h 15
Health and Wellness TrailblazersHealing Self and Relationships with Phyllis Leavitt
Welcome to the Health & Wellness Trailblazers Podcast! In this episode, we explore the journey of healing from past wounds and how it can transform both your relationship with yourself and with others.
Phyllis Leavitt has a Masters’ Degree in Psychology and Counseling from Antioch University. She co-directed the Parents United sexual abuse treatment program in Santa Fe, New Mexico for two years and then went into private practice full time.
Phyllis has treated children, families, couples, and individual adults for 34 years, and has worked extensively with abuse...
2024-07-2919 min
Resilient Minds 365Phyllis Leavitt discusses therapy, mental health and childhood – E75Welcome back to Resilient Minds 365. On today’s episode, Cleoni Crawford interviews Phyllis Leavitt. Phyllis Leavitt has a Masters’ Degree in Psychology and Counseling from Antioch University. She co-directed the Parents United sexual abuse treatment program in Santa Fe, New Mexico for two years and then went into private practice full time. Phyllis has treated children, families, couples, and individual adults for 34 years, and has worked extensively with abuse and dysfunctional family dynamics, their aftermath, and some of the most important elements for healing. She has two previous books, A Light in the Darkness and Into the Fire. Her latest...
2024-07-1723 min
Free Thinking with MontelHealing America’s Division with Phyllis LeavittWelcome to another thought-provoking episode of Free Thinking with Montel. In this episode, Montel speaks with Phyllis Leavitt, a psychotherapist with over 34 years of experience and author of the compelling new book, America in Therapy.Phyllis believes that while partisanship and aggression threaten our country, there's still hope. She envisions America as a patient in dire need of therapy and argues that addressing our nation's mental health crisis is crucial for our survival.Episode Highlights:Understanding America's Mental Health Crisis: Phyllis elaborates on why deteriorating mental health is the greatest threat to our country's...
2024-07-1751 min
Words of Love with Dr DwayneWhy We Need a New Approach to Healing Societal Abuse with Phyllis LeavittWhen you see or hear of a child being abused, your instinctive reaction is one of condemnation, right? We see abusive dynamics play out and hurt untold numbers of people on a national scale. Yet unlike with an abused child, too many in this country not only tolerate it but condone it.Highlighting this issue is long overdue and my guest Phillis Leavitt is bravely taking it on. She’s an author and psychotherapist with over 34 years of experience working extensively with abuse and dysfunctional family dynamics. Her latest book, America in Therapy, explores the roots of di...
2024-07-0241 min
Couples Therapy In Seven WordsAmerica in Therapy: An Interview with Phyllis LeavittThe video of this episode is at https://brucechalmer.com/phyllis-leavitt/.
How might the insights of psychology help heal our country? How does unhealed trauma lead to the polarization and discord we’re experiencing? Our guest in this episode, Phyllis Leavitt, has applied her knowledge and experience as a psychotherapist for three decades to those issues, and written a book, America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis.
Phyllis’s website is https://phyllisleavitt.com/.
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2024-06-2142 min
More Than RichPhyllis Leavitt - Healing America: Psychotherapy's Role in National RecoveryPhyllis Leavitt, a retired psychotherapist, is an accomplished author whose profound personal experiences have deeply influenced her work. Her journey of self-discovery and healing, catalyzed by direct communication with a Divine Voice during a critical period of personal turmoil, is detailed in her book series, The Road Home. This series explores her transformation and offers insights into the human soul's journey towards healing and understanding.In her pivotal works, Phyllis discusses her unique perspective on psychology, transformed through divine communications that expanded her understanding beyond traditional therapy practices. These insights are reflected in her...
2024-06-141h 45
PHILOSOsheAMERICA NEEDS THERAPY PT.2! Feat. Psychotherapist, Phyllis LeavittI chat with long time psychotherapist, Phyllis Leavitt about her most recent book "America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis". We discuss questions such as, "How does America suffer if women are suffering?" and "How can we heal as a nation in crisis?".FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM! PHILOSOshe: https://www.instagram.com/philoso.she/Micayla:https://www.instagram.com/micaylarie/Phyllis Leavitthttps://www.instagram.com/phyllis_e_leavitt/https://phyllisleavitt.com/
2024-06-1433 minPHILOSOsheAMERICA NEEDS THERAPY PT.1! Feat. Psychotherapist, Phyllis LeavittI chat with long time psychotherapist, Phyllis Leavitt about her most recent book "America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis". We discuss questions such as, "What is the correlation between the mental health of the individual family and the Family of America?" and "What are the dynamics of dysfunctional families that are being played out in America and how can psychotherapy and psychology help heal abuse and dysfunction from the bottom up and the top down?".FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM! PHILOSOshe: https://www.instagram.com/philoso.she...
2024-06-0743 min
Therapy: DeconstructedThe Lens of a Family System: Contribute to Society by Healing Yourself and Your Relationships with Phyllis LeavittWe are wired to be dependent, to connect, to love, and to feel a sense of belonging.Phyllis Leavitt is a podcaster, author, and psychotherapist for over three decades. In her book, America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis, she discusses in-depth how abusive family dynamics are playing out in America, especially in politics, and how we can use the best of what we have learned from psychology, Family Systems, and Family Therapy to interrupt the escalating cycle of hatred, divisiveness, and violence, and begin to...
2024-06-0537 min
Even Tacos Fall ApartWhy We ALL Need Therapy & the Benefits of Collective Healing with Phyllis LeavittDive into the raw truth about therapy and collective healing with MommaFoxFire and Phyllis Leavitt – an unfiltered conversation for anyone seeking real talk about mental health.
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In this episode, MommaFoxFire interviewed Phyllis Leavitt, exploring various aspects of therapy, mental health, and the importance of collective healing. The conversation began with a focus on the courageous step folks take when they choose therapy as a path towards healing emotional pain. Phyllis emphasized that while the choice of therapy method is important, the crucial el...
2024-06-041h 22
The Audacious Living PodcastA New Approach to Hope and Healing Featuring Phyllis Leavitt“What helps individuals could help our country and what we know hurts individuals also hurts on a national level.”
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Phyllis Leavitt is a retired psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience who now focuses on writing. Her work centers around helping individuals heal from emotional wounds and understand the correlation between psychological health on both individual and national levels.
Phyllis joins Audley on The Audacious Living Podcast to emphasize the importance of recognizing and addressing internalized trauma and behavioral patterns to foster healing and create a safer environment for individuals and society as a whole.
Listeners can conn...
2024-05-3135 min
Everything is PersonalAmerica in Therapy: A Conversation with Phyllis Leavitt on Trauma and HealingIn this episode of 'Everything Is Personal,' psychotherapist and author Phyllis Leavitt shares her personal journey that led to a career in psychology and her voyage to heal our nation with her latest book, "America In Therapy." Leavitt shares the impact of her traumatic experiences of sexual abuse, the importance of therapy, and the process of healing by understanding and unpacking past traumas. The conversation delves into larger societal issues - mental health in America, the impact of social media, and the roles of love and community in individual healing. Leavitt emphasizes the significance of human connection, proper...
2024-05-301h 10
The Renowned Leadership Podcast - Leadership, Progression, and Life AdviceMemorial Day Special: Healing Trauma and Empowering Change with Phyllis LeavittSchedule your free consultation with me today! Click HERE!
Stephen sits with therapist and author Phyllis Leavitt for an insightful and deeply moving conversation about trauma, mental health, and societal healing in this Memorial Day Special episode of the Renowned Leadership Podcast.
Phyllis shares her journey through therapy and early childhood trauma, highlighting the crucial importance of addressing mental health issues. She introduces her book, "America in Therapy," which offers a fresh perspective on hope and healing for a nation in crisis, emphasizing the significant impact of psychology on the country's current state.
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2024-05-2758 min
THE EMBC NETWORKAmerica in Therapy A New Approach to Hope and Healing with Author and Psychotherapist Phyllis LeavittJoin Phyllis Leavitt MA, Author, and Psychotherapist, as she discusses her new book "America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for A Nation in Crisis" on the TALKSHOW WITH HURRICANE H. Drawing from her extensive experience in psychotherapy, Phyllis sheds light on the urgent need to address the escalating hatred, divisiveness, and violence in our country. Through personal stories, client case studies, and professional expertise, she explores how the principles of psychotherapy can help heal our nation and create a more loving and sustainable world. Discover how we can interrupt the cycle of violence and work...
2024-05-071h 33
THE EMBC NETWORK Featuring: ihealthradio and Worldwide PodcastsAmerica in Therapy A New Approach to Hope and Healing with Author and Psychotherapist Phyllis LeavittAmerica in Therapy A New Approach to Hope and Healing with Author and Psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt
Join Phyllis Leavitt MA, Author, and Psychotherapist, as she discusses her new book "America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for A Nation in Crisis" on the TALKSHOW WITH HURRICANE H. Drawing from her extensive experience in psychotherapy, Phyllis sheds light on the urgent need to address the escalating hatred, divisiveness, and violence in our country. Through personal stories, client case studies, and professional expertise, she explores how the principles of psychotherapy can help heal our nation and...
2024-05-071h 33
WV Uncommonplace : Uncommon ConversationsPhyllis Leavitt's Journey: From Trauma Survivor to PsychotherapistPhyllis Leavitt, a distinguished psychotherapist and author, has a profound personal connection to the topic of mental health crisis and therapy. Her journey commenced with childhood trauma, which she bravely confronted through therapy, ultimately inspiring her to pursue a career in psychotherapy. Through her own healing process and rediscovery of her intrinsic goodness, Phyllis developed a passion for assisting others in navigating similar challenges. Her book, "American Therapy," not only reflects her personal experiences but also delves into broader societal issues, shedding light on the impact of family systems on individuals. With a comprehensive understanding of the interconnectedness of...
2024-04-2540 min
PODCAST With SHEILA - (Sharing Uplifting & Impactful Real Life Stories)PHYLLIS LEAVITT || America In Therapy 🇺🇸Episode 101: PHYLLIS LEAVITT - America in Therapy: A New Approach To Hope And Healing For A Nation In Crisis.
In this thought-provoking episode of PODCAST with SHEILA, we welcome Phyllis Leavitt, MA, a seasoned psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience, and the author of the compelling book *America in Therapy: A New Approach To Hope And Healing For A Nation In Crisis*.
Phyllis discusses the urgent need to bring our whole country into therapy to address the current crisis of escalating hatred, divisiveness, and violence. Drawing from her extensive experience as both a client and therapist, she shares how the...
2024-04-2439 min
Nerds of Joy PodcastHuman Psychology - Tools We Can Use To Heal Trauma & Live Better Lives with Psychotherapist Phyllis LeavittJoy speaks with Phyllis Leavitt, psychotherapist of 30 years about the fracture in society, great trauma and suffering in the world that stops us from reaching our greatest desires. Phyllis provides answers and solutions to questions from an Aussie outsider. We talk about healing human relations, with a focus on America. We explore why greater understanding is critical to know what drives the devastating actions we see on the perpetual scroll of social media and how we can play our part to heal. This episode challenges the listener to think in different ways. To u...
2024-04-211h 11
Fitness Reborn with SeannFitness Reborn with Seann, E93: The Healing of America with Phyllis LeavittMy guest this week is Phyllis E. Leavitt.Phyllis Leavitt is a retired psychotherapist, a published author, and a sought after speaker.As a psychotherapist, Phyllis has treated children, families, couples, and individual adults for 34 years, and has worked extensively with abuse and dysfunctional family dynamics, their aftermath, and some of the most important elements for healing. She has published two books, A Light in the Darkness and Into the Fire.Phyllis’ most recent book, and the subject for much of our discussion, is America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and He...
2024-04-081h 05
Gratitude Geek202: Phyllis Leavitt Explains Why America Needs TherapyAs an author, Phyllis Leavitt brings a wealth of experience to her literary endeavors. With over 30 years as a psychotherapist and a Master’s Degree in Psychology and Counseling from Antioch University, she has dedicated her professional life to treating children, families, couples, and individuals. After specializing in addressing abuse and dysfunctional family dynamics, Phyllis retired from her psychotherapy practice, shifting her focus to writing Phyllis has authored three books, "A Light in the Darkness" and "Into the Fire" and recently completed her latest work, "America in Therapy." Connect with 🌐 Website: https://www.phylli...
2024-01-0252 minGratitude Geek202: Phyllis Leavitt Explains Why America Needs TherapyAs an author, Phyllis Leavitt brings a wealth of experience to her literary endeavors. With over 30 years as a psychotherapist and a Master’s Degree in Psychology and Counseling from Antioch University, she has dedicated her professional life to treating children, families, couples, and individuals. After specializing in addressing abuse and dysfunctional family dynamics, Phyllis retired from her psychotherapy practice, shifting her focus to writing Phyllis has authored three books, "A Light in the Darkness" and "Into the Fire" and recently completed her latest work, "America in Therapy." Connect with 🌐 Website: https://www.phylli...
2024-01-0252 min
The MisFitNation🌟 Exploring Life's Transitions with Phyllis Leavitt: Art, Nature, and the Journey to Writing 📚🌟 Exploring Life's Transitions with Phyllis Leavitt: Art, Nature, and the Journey to Writing 📚 The MisFitNation Show, hosted by Rich LaMonica, welcomes the remarkable Phyllis Leavitt. Residing in the enchanting landscapes of Taos, NM, Phyllis is a passionate lover of art, nature, and gardening. Her journey is one of evolution, marked by a career in psychotherapy, a devotion to family, and now, a dedicated pursuit of writing.🏞️ A Love Affair with Nature: Phyllis finds solace and inspiration in the natural world. Her deep connection to the environment around her serves as both a source of t...
2023-12-2244 min
The Radio Show ATLThe Aftermath: Phyllis LeavittIn this installment of The Aftermath we have guest host Dr E (The Break Room) and M-16 talking to author and psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt about her journey of dealing with her own mental health and how she took ownership of not only fixing her issues but learning from them. Later we get into the stigma of caring for your mental health and how more attention is being brought to keep your mind healthy and opposed to in the past. Phyllis then discusses her two books The Fire & Light In The Darkness and the journey it took to write them...
2023-11-1439 min
Take 30 with Erykah KimoraS2: Episode 36: America needs Therapy with Psychotheripist Phyllis LeavittHey guys, I am back with a brand new episode. I am chatting with Phyllis Leavitt. She is a psychotherapist and an author of the book America in Therapy. Today's episode is all about issues that are happening around the world and mental health in crisis happening in America. To connect with Phyllis: Instagram: phyllis_e_leavitt Website: https://phyllisleavitt.com/ To connect with me: Podcast instagram: @thetake30podcast Personal instagram: @holloway_erykah99 threads.net: thetake30podcast Facebook: thetake30podcast Youtube: Take 30 with Erykah --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erykah2/message
2023-10-3135 min
Take 30 with Erykah KimoraS2: Episode 36: America needs Therapy with Psychotheripist Phyllis LeavittHey guys, I am back with a brand new episode. I am chatting with Phyllis Leavitt. She is a psychotherapist and an author of the book America in Therapy. Today's episode is all about issues that are happening around the world and mental health in crisis happening in America.
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2023-10-3135 min
Intuitive InsightsConversations with Kim: Guest Phyllis Leavitt MA - Ep #33Show Notes:Today I welcome Phyllis Leavitt MA onto the show. She has been a psychotherapist treating children, families, couples, and individual adults for over 30 years, focusing extensively with abuse and dysfunctional family dynamics, their aftermath, and some of the most important elements for healing. Phyllis is a published author of two books, “A Light in the Darkness and Into the Fire” and coming soon “America in Therapy”.She has a passion for using her knowledge from healing human relations, as a psychotherapist, and finding ways to spark the conversation to find ways to heal o...
2023-10-0331 min
Hopeful and Wholesome: Wellness, Nutrition, Inner Healing and Self-Improvement for High Achieving Women and EntrepreneursAmerica in therapy and how we can collectively heal the cycle of violence with Phyllis LeavittSend us a textPhyllisgraduated from Antioch University with a Masters’ Degree in Psychology and Counseling in 1989. She co-directed a sexual abuse treatment program called Parents United in Santa Fe, New Mexico until 1991 and had a small private practice before going into private practice full time. She has been a psychotherapist treating children, families, couples, and individual adults for 32 years, and she has worked extensively with abuse and dysfunctional family dynamics, their aftermath, and some of the most important elements for healing. Phyllis has also published two books, A Light in the Darkness and Into the Fire, and...
2023-09-2646 min
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2023-09-2557 min
Blossom Your AwesomeBlossom Your Awesome America In Therapy With Phyllis LeavittBlossom Your Awesome America In Therapy With Phyllis LeavittPhyllis Leavitt joins us for episode #182.Phyllis is a psychotherapist for more than 30 years. She is also the author with a third book coming out titled America In Therapy.Phyllis believe that all of the hatred and violence in the nation is a direct result of a collective severe mental health crisis. It is a powerfully insightful conversation. To learn more about Phyllis go to her website here. To see more of my work including self-improvement and s...
2023-09-1549 min
Enough-ismHow Journaling Can Transform Your Life: Psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt on Writing with IntentionPhyllis Leavitt, MA, a seasoned psychotherapist with 34+ years of experience and author of “America in Therapy”, is back to teach about two simple yet profound journaling techniques that can improve the greater quality of your life. | ABOUT THE PODCAST: This minimalist wants more. Enough-ism is about having enough, already. The world is experiencing an awakening. This podcast about mindfulness, meditation, and minimalism is your modern toolkit to keep your spirit right and your soul bright. One candle can light a fire. | CONTACT INFO: YouTube and Venmo @EnoughismPodcast Learn more: https://enoughism.carrd.co/ | Support the show: Buy the "Enough-ism: This...
2023-08-3007 min
The Josh Bolton ShowA Breakdown of Societal Trauma and Healing with Psychotherapist Phyllis LeavittSend us a textImagine growing up in an environment devoid of love, support, or even basic respect. Now, imagine the coping mechanisms one might develop in such an environment, only to find that these mechanisms are not beneficial in the long run. That's what we delve into with seasoned psychotherapist, Phyllis Leavitt. From tracing the roots of societal issues back to familial or community-based trauma, we dissect the impact of discrimination, abuse, and neglect on an individual and society at large. We highlight the urgent need for more psychological education to understand and navigate these dynamics...
2023-08-251h 06
The Nightly RantPhyllis Leavitt and Americas Divisive Human RelationsAbout The Guest(s):Phyllis Leavitt is a psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience. She is the author of the book "America in Therapy" and is passionate about applying the principles of psychology to heal the destructive and divisive relationships in our country.Summary:Phyllis Leavitt, a psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience, joins the show to discuss her book "America in Therapy" and the urgent need to apply psychological principles to heal our country's most destructive and divisive relationships. She emphasizes the importance of understanding family dynamics and how they shape individuals...
2023-08-1833 min
The More Sibyl Podcast성적 학대로부터의 치유|The One with Phyllis Leavitt - On Unveiling Silence and Healing from Sexual Abuse: Episode 22 (2023)The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: 성적 학대로부터의 치유|The One with Phyllis Leavitt - On Unveiling Silence and Healing from Sexual Abuse: Episode 22 (2023)DISCLAIMER❗ This episode contains elements that some individuals may find disturbing and triggering. Viewer discretion is advised.This week, we are excited to have retired psychologist and therapist Phyllis Leavitt join us on the show. With a background in psychology from Antioch University and experience as a co-Director of the Parents United sexual abuse treatment program in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Phyllis has been a professional psychotherapist for over 30 years. Her expertise lies in treating children, f...
2023-08-121h 09
The More Sibyl Podcast성적 학대로부터의 치유|The One with Phyllis Leavitt - On Unveiling Silence and Healing from Sexual Abuse: Episode 22 (2023)The More Sibyl Podcast Presents:
DISCLAIMER❗: This episode contains elements that some individuals may find disturbing and triggering. Viewer discretion is advised.
This week, we are excited to have retired psychologist and therapist Phyllis Leavitt join us on the show. With a background in psychology from Antioch University and experience as a co-Director of the Parents United sexual abuse treatment program in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Phyllis has been a professional psychotherapist for over 30 years. Her expertise lies in treating children, families, couples, and individuals, especially those dealing with dysfunctional family dynamics and the aftermath.
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2023-08-121h 09The More Sibyl Podcast성적 학대로부터의 치유|The One with Phyllis Leavitt - On Unveiling Silence and Healing from Sexual Abuse: Episode 22 (2023)The More Sibyl Podcast Presents:
DISCLAIMER❗: This episode contains elements that some individuals may find disturbing and triggering. Viewer discretion is advised.
This week, we are excited to have retired psychologist and therapist Phyllis Leavitt join us on the show. With a background in psychology from Antioch University and experience as a co-Director of the Parents United sexual abuse treatment program in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Phyllis has been a professional psychotherapist for over 30 years. Her expertise lies in treating children, families, couples, and individuals, especially those dealing with dysfunctional family dynamics and the aftermath.
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2023-08-121h 09
Life's CheckmarkFrom Personal Trauma to National Healing: Exploring Mental Health in America with Psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt | EP 40From Personal Trauma to National Healing: Exploring Mental Health in America with Psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt | EP 40 In this thought-provoking podcast episode, Phyllis, a seasoned psychotherapist of nearly 35 years, joins the host to share her transformative journey from a troubled upbringing to becoming a beacon of healing. Her upcoming book takes center stage, as listeners are invited to delve into her personal narrative of self-discovery and growth. Reflecting on her own experiences as a high-functioning child harboring hidden turmoil, Phyllis recounts how a profound encounter with psychotherapy changed the trajectory of her life. She paints...
2023-08-0842 min
The Sober By Design PodcastEpisode 018 - Phyllis LeavittIn this episode I talk to Phyllis Leavitt about mental health, our own and that of our nation. Phyliss is a trained psychotherapist and author on a mission to heal the collective mental trauma of our nation. The conversation touches on micro and macro issues, politics, social media, how recovery/substance abuse can effect our ability to interact in the world. This is a juicy episode and one worth diving into to get you to think a bit about what you are doing to help heal the collective.The recommendations for the episode, Ted Lasso again! #sober #soberbydesign #soberpodcast #soberlife...
2023-07-311h 08Enough-ismHow Does Unresolved Trauma Impact Society? Psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt on Healing from WithinThe healing process involves unearthing both negative experiences that lead to poor coping mechanisms and positive strengths within us. Phyllis Leavitt, MA, a seasoned psychotherapist with 34+ years of experience and author of “America in Therapy”, shares insights on effective therapy and the importance of exploring our past to understand our present. Drawing parallels between individual healing and national transformation, Phyllis explores how unresolved trauma affects societies. She advocates for compassionate care and deep listening to heal collective wounds and foster connection. Show topics: The Core Elements of Effective Psychotherapy, Exploring Conditioning Elements from the Past , Uncovering Negative Experiences and Copi...
2023-07-2820 min
Chats from the Blog Cabin339: Chatting about How America Needs Therapy with Phyllis LeavittIn this thought-provoking episode, join Phyllis Leavitt as she delves into the urgent need for America to seek therapy. Through engaging conversations and insightful analysis, discover how our collective emotional well-being impacts society at large. From the pressures of modern life to the deep-rooted traumas that shape us, this eye-opening discussion will leave you yearning for a healthier nation. Don't miss out on gaining a fresh perspective - watch now!
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2023-07-2447 min
Becoming Bridge BuildersEmbracing Pain and Promoting Healing: Overcoming Trauma and Fostering Love and Connection with Phyllis LeavittSend us a Text Message.How often do we find ourselves struggling with fear and traumatic experiences? Can embracing pain, rather than fighting it, lead to healing and growth? Join us as we explore these powerful questions with our guest, Phyllis Leavitt, a retired psychotherapist, and author, who shares her personal journey of overcoming trauma and finding love and compassion through therapy and spirituality.In today's world, it's no secret that violence and neglect are pressing issues that need to be addressed. Phyllis sheds light on how we can end this destructive cycle by reconnecting...
2023-07-1336 min
The Lean to the Left PodcastPhyllis Leavitt: Confronting Violence & Divisiveness in AmericaAmerica continues to deal with a tide of unprecedented violence and divisiveness that is tearing at the soul of our country.It is an epidemic of abuse and neglect, according g to psychotherapist and author Phyllis Leavitt, who believes America needs a good therapy session or two.Leavitt is the author of a new book, “America in Therapy,” and believes some of the basic principles of good therapy can help heal the divisiveness that is besetting our country today.She graduated from Antioch University with a Masters’ Degree in Psychology and Counseling in 1989. Initially, she co...
2023-06-1252 min
Wheel With It PodcastHow do we heal this great divide? Do we care enough to try? w/ Phyllis LeavittHow do we heal this great divide? Do we care enough to try? Those are lyrics from Dolly Parton's new song. In this episode, Phyllis Leavitt joins us to discuss how to do just that.
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2023-06-0126 min
The Mindset and Self-Mastery ShowBringing America To Therapy With Phyllis Leavitt“There was no talk of you know, higher consciousness. There was not even any talk of therapy.”
In this episode, Nick speaks with Phyllis Leavitt about bringing therapy to America and how her work with children and families as a psychotherapist for over 30 years has shed light on how important therapy is for everyone. She’s worked extensively with abuse and dysfunctional family dynamics and has a new book coming out that’s going to be full of wisdom with the goal of opening the doors to therapy for families throughout the country and the globe.
What t...
2023-06-0138 min
"You Are Not Your Trauma" on The Dr. Wendy Rhodes ShowPsychotherapist Phyllis LeavittPhyllis Leavitt speaks on the importance of mental health mattering. There is no reason to stereotype, but getting the help needed to heal from past and present traumas is important.
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2023-05-091h 07
disembodiedinterview with phyllis leavittPhyllis Leavitt has written two books about her spiritual journey, A Light in the Darkness and Into the Fire, and she just completed a third book about bringing the US into therapy as a country. Both her inner work and her psychological experience over many years have taught her that, for the most part, we are as emotionally, mentally, and spiritually healthy as our human environment and the family systems we live and participate in. Some of us make it out of the most abusive conditions despite a lack of support or a map to follow, but many of...
2023-05-0452 min
LIFE WELL LIVED BY OMOBOLA STEPHENE307:BRINGING AMERICA BACK TO THERAPHY WITH PHYLLIS LEAVITTPhyllis Leavitt has been a psychotherapist for over thirty years and currently writing a book on what it would mean to bring America to therapy. So many people ask how America has come to a place of such toxic divisiveness and increasing politically sanctioned violence. "I believe these questions can be answered by examining the state of our collective mental health." says Phyllis. Phyllis shared her thoughts with the audience of Life Well lived on this great topic with host, Omobola Stephen. Sit back and take a listen. Phyllis is writing a new book titled "America in...
2023-04-2928 min
Lost in the Groove#122 - Interview with Phyllis LeavittIn this episode of our podcast, we explore the life and work of Phyllis Leavitt, a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience. Known for her innovative techniques and work with trauma survivors, we discuss her background, approach to therapy, and impact on mental health in America.
Whether you're a mental health professional or someone interested in mental health, this episode offers valuable insights. So join us as we delve into the world of Phyllis Leavitt, psychotherapist extraordinaire.
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2023-04-271h 14