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This week we are thrilled to have therapist Dr. Sheena Revak as our guest. Dr. Revak reshapes our understanding of mindfulness, revealing how it goes beyond meditation and providing practical tips for integrating it into daily life. We discover how mindfulness can ease anxiety, combat stress, and even transform perspectives on subjects like quantum physics and near-death experiences. Join us as we break the stigma around mental health and empower a new generation to embrace well-being.

In this Episode:

• Learn how mindfulness can enhance every aspect of life, from work to meals.
• Explore how meditation complements mindfulness in reducing anxiety.
• Dr. Revak unveils the true essence of mindfulness – it's a daily practice of non-judgmental awareness.
• Practical Tips: Dr. Revak shares actionable advice for starting your mindfulness journey today.
• Dr. Revak discusses her scientific perspective on near-death experiences, including Dr. Eben Alexander's transformation.

Dr. Sheena Revak is driven by a profound passion for guiding individuals towards perceiving mental health as an ongoing journey rather than a fixed endpoint. With an extensive career spanning nearly two decades in the mental health domain, she has held diverse roles including that of a Psychology Professor, Psychotherapist, Neurotherapist, Psychometrist, Psychometrician, and Director of Research and Operations at a non-profit mental health clinic. Her wealth of expertise is a valuable asset she brings to her work.

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In this captivating conversation, Dr. Holly imparts her insights on guiding individuals through the complexities of workplace challenges and coping mechanisms. As the founder of Life First Therapy, a private practice dedicated to fostering personal growth, Dr. Holly specializes in addressing behaviors associated with process addictions and behavioral disorders. These process addictions entail intricate issues like gambling, excessive internet use, sexual behaviors, pornography consumption, shopping, and compulsive exercising—subjects that are often overlooked but hold significant importance.

Discover Dr. Holly's powerful therapeutic techniques, including motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and narrative therapy. Uncover how DBT aids in emotional regulation, replacing harmful behaviors with healthier alternatives. Dive into the world of social media and online shopping—facets of modern life that often amplify triggers for process addictions.

In This Episode:

• Learn about process addictions, such as gambling, internet use, and shopping, and how they can be as challenging to identify as substance addictions.
• Uncover effective therapeutic techniques like motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and narrative therapy.
• Gain valuable insights into how individuals resist confronting uncomfortable emotions and engage in addictive behaviors to avoid discomfort.
• Delve into the impact of social media and online shopping on process addictions.
• Discover the power of mindfulness activities, journaling, and self-care as initial steps for those not ready for therapy.

Dr. Holly is a dedicated Black female therapist, adept at aiding professional Black women in maneuvering workplace microaggressions while avoiding detrimental coping mechanisms such as behavioral addictions and substances. She holds the titles of Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in both PA and NJ, National Certified Counselor (NCC), Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS), and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC). Moreover, she holds the designation of Department of Transportation (DOT) Qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), and boasts a role as an internationally recognized mental health speaker and author. Having excelled across diverse settings including residential, outpatient, and methadone facilities, she has served as a Clinical Director and therapist.

Find Out More About Dr. Holly:Website: https://www.lifefirsttherapy.com

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In this week's episode, Dr. Alonzo steers our conversation towards the captivating realm of parenting, kids, teens, and the challenges they encounter in our modern, anxiety-laden world. A specialist in mood disorders and family relationships, with a background in forensic psychology, Dr. Alonzo has a unique perspective that's bound to captivate listeners of all backgrounds.

Tune in to discover the delicate balance between permissiveness and boundaries in parenting, and learn how to adapt your approach based on your child's temperament. And speaking of adaptation, Dr. Alonzo's emphasis on attachment theory and the importance of secure emotional connections within families will leave you inspired and motivated to foster deeper connections with your loved ones.

In This Episode:

• Discover the significance of attachment theory in fostering healthy family relationships.
• Gain insights into the rising levels of anxiety and depression among children, teens, and families.
• Learn the art of balancing boundaries and permissiveness in parenting, adapting your approach based on your child's unique temperament.
• Delve into the vital aspects of effective parent-child relationships.
• Take away the encouragement to embrace your imperfections as a parent and mend any ruptures in your relationships.

Dr. Thai Alonso holds a B.A. in Biology and Psychology from Rutgers University and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the City University of New York (CUNY) Graduate Center. Her expertise encompasses bilingual (English and Spanish) psychological assessments and therapeutic interventions for individuals across the age spectrum, spanning outpatient clinics, inpatient units, partial hospitalization programs, psychiatric emergency rooms, and private practice.

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This week on Therapy Talks we explore the fascinating world of vulnerability and OCD – both concepts that are often shrouded in mystery and misconceptions. High achievers, accustomed to logic and problem-solving, often find themselves grappling with the unfamiliar territory of vulnerability. Brittany Baker joins us to skillfully unravel the significance of vulnerability, explaining how it involves opening oneself to potential rejection, judgment, and the authentic expression of thoughts and emotions.

We also delve into the world of relationship OCD. Brittany's expertise shines as she breaks down the complexities of this condition, where distressing obsessions give rise to compulsions that seek to alleviate anxiety. She navigates the role of vulnerability in confronting relationship OCD and addresses the challenges of incorporating it into family dynamics for a comprehensive healing journey.

In This Episode:

• Gain insights into the importance of embracing vulnerability to establish genuine connections and facilitate healing.
• The role of vulnerability in confronting relationship OCD and integrating it into family dynamics for comprehensive healing.
• Exposure and Response Prevention therapy (ERP), as a powerful tool in managing distressing thoughts.
• Differentiate between common worries and OCD. By debunking misconceptions and explaining the true impact of OCD.
• Learn how individuals accustomed to logic and problem-solving might struggle with the unfamiliar terrain of opening up emotionally and authentically.

Brittany Baker is focused on creating a safe, tailored, and meaningful experience for clients, she is dedicated to fostering understanding and connection. Brittany employs various modalities including CBT, DBT, MI, EFT, Attachment Therapy, Gottman Method, Solution Focused Therapy, and Strength Based Therapy. Her extensive background encompasses aiding diverse groups dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, life transitions, substance issues, parenting, and relationship difficulties.

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Join us as we embark on an exploration of trauma, attachment, and the intricate web of emotions that shape our lives. We peel back the layers of betrayal trauma, a phenomenon that deeply affects secure attachments and self-regulation and uncover the very essence of trauma. Our guest, Jessica Lamar skillfully conceptualizes trauma as any experience that shatters our sense of nurture, leaving behind a trail of unsafe spaces within ourselves. With her unique perspective, she enlightens us on how trauma lodges itself in our bodies, often causing a confusing blend of emotions and behaviors.

Drawing from her deep knowledge of attachment theory, Jessica walks us through the dynamics of betrayal trauma and how it is intricately linked to ruptured attachments. She sheds light on the hidden impact of attachment issues in seemingly secure relationships, revealing the power of education and awareness in dismantling shame and fostering healing.

In This Episode:

• Understand how trauma is conceptualized as experiences that create unsafe spaces within ourselves, impacting both emotions and behaviors.
• Learn how trauma is often felt in the body, leading to confusion about emotions and behaviors.
• Explore the challenges of regulating trauma responses in forensic settings and the importance of promoting regulation skills.
• ETT's innovative approach using color and eye movement to neutralize trauma responses, realign emotions, and connect with the body.
• Get tips on responsible decision-making post-betrayal, emphasizing self-regulation, avoiding impulsivity, and prioritizing safety.

Jessica Lamar is a dedicated and compassionate therapist with a profound commitment to guiding individuals on their journey towards self-discovery and personal growth. With a genuine passion for facilitating healing and transformation, Jessica's therapeutic approach centers around empowering her clients to navigate their challenges and emotions with newfound clarity.

Find Out More About Jessica:Website: https://infinitytherapyservices.com/about/

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This week on Therapy Talks, we gain invaluable insights into the modalities used to help clients with chronic pain. From Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. Our guest Shirvin Lee explains how she tailors her approach to each individual, empowering them to reframe their perceptions and relationships with pain. This transformational journey is crucial to improving their overall quality of life.

Shirvin Lee joins us to explore the common misunderstandings and stigma surrounding chronic pain. Shirvin sheds light on how individuals struggling with invisible pain often face skepticism and judgment from others, making it all the more challenging for them to seek support. She introduces the revolutionary concept of the "Spoon Theory" to help communicate energy levels and limitations to those who may not fully grasp the realities of chronic pain.

In This Episode:

• The importance of validation and understanding in supporting clients dealing with chronic pain and mental health challenges.
• Strategies to unlock freedom and live a fulfilling life amidst the challenges of chronic pain and mental health.
• Shirvin provides profound insights into how different cultures approach and cope with chronic pain.
• How to use the "Spoon Theory" to foster empathy and build stronger support systems for individuals navigating chronic pain.
• The power of validation and understanding is highlighted, emphasizing how these elements play pivotal roles in supporting clients dealing with chronic pain or navigating cultural expectations.

Shirvin Lee is a dedicated Registered Clinical Counsellor, offering invaluable support to the team at Pain BC and connecting deeply with clients through her practice, Lee Counselling. Having experienced the pressures of pursuing perfection in a world with limited exposure to mental health, she utilizes her personal journey to empower clients by encouraging reframing, practicing compassion, and embracing imperfections.

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Don't miss out on free gifts from Therapy Talks! 👇Watch Along on YouTubeThis week on Therapy Talks, we dive into the profound approach known as Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP). AEDP is a therapy approach that goes beyond conventional methods by addressing the unbearable loneliness caused by emotional overwhelm. It is a bottom-up, relational, and attachment-based psychotherapy that aims to undo "aloneness" by providing healing-oriented experiences.

Join us as Yoko explains the key principles of AEDP and how it differs from top-down approaches like cognitive therapy. We learn how AEDP therapists join their clients' experiences, emphasizing what's going right and looking for the transformative power within them. Yoko guides us through the process of noticing and exploring body sensations and desires to be heard, while the therapist and client track their experiences, including transference and ***countertransference

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• Understand the key principles that set AEDP apart from top-down therapies and how it focuses on integrating the heart, mind, body, and spirit.
• How AEDP helps individuals honor and welcome all parts of their being in a compassionate and non-judgmental manner, promoting self-acceptance and growth.
• Yoko explains how AEDP therapists guide clients to fully experience and reflect on their emotions, making the implicit explicit.
• Discover how positive neuroplasticity is promoted through AEDP by focusing on new and different experiences.

In her work, Yoko brings her authentic self to create a safe and trusting alliance with her clients, honoring and welcoming all parts of their being in a compassionate and non-judgmental manner. She believes in the innate capacity for healing and focuses on integrating the heart, mind, body, and spirit, helping clients become whole by tapping into their inner wisdom and making sense of their life experiences.

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Don't miss out on free gifts from Therapy Talks! 👇Watch Along on YouTubeJoin us for an exciting episode of Therapy Talks, as we welcome therapist Tammy Reynolds, who shares invaluable insights into the power of art therapy. Discover how engaging in art therapy creates a therapeutic relationship and helps you express yourself freely. Hailey and Tammy discuss how art therapy facilitates mindfulness and self-awareness, allowing individuals to explore their inner world and embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing.

In this Episode:

• Tammy's personal story of healing through PTSD with art therapy.
• The importance of addressing the inner critic and cultivating self-esteem through creative means.
• Innovative techniques, like sculpting the inner critic using clay, that enables you to confront self-doubt and foster a healthier self-perception.
• Tammy shares stories of her clients' healing journeys.
• Discover the crucial role of proper sleep, meditation techniques, and seeking professional help in your recovery.

Tammy Reynolds, an expert in providing one-to-one counseling to individuals facing mental health challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Tammy's mission is to support clients in overcoming their mental health struggles and achieving their personal goals through a creative and supportive therapy approach.

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Are you struggling with feeling stuck in controlling patterns of anxiety and worry? Feeling like you’re stuck in a hamster wheel of completing tasks and never feeling fulfilled?

This week on Therapy Talks, we’re excited to welcome Carolyn Rubenstein, we will be talking about how to cope with everyday struggles and how to rewire your brain with proven methods. Carolyn will walk you through her 3-Part course, "Perfectly Human", which will give you a strong foundational understanding of your mental health, how to approach, reflect on, and change your thought patterns, as well as strategies to cope with common struggles you face daily. We will also discuss the importance of self-compassion, self-worth, and how to have conversations with your inner-self in order to make sure we are approaching and reflecting on life with the right mindset.

In this Episode:

• Actionable series of steps that you can take to reduce common anxieties.
• How to create an environment which allows for greater peace in your life.
• How to set boundaries to protect yourself and develop strategies for emotional regulation.
• How ‘anxious over-achievers’ can take control of mental health challenges and create more ease in your life.

Carolyn Rubenstein is a psychologist who specializes in the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders. She particularly enjoys helping anxious overachievers experience greater ease by finding worth in being, not just doing.

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Destiny Winters, joins us on Therapy Talks, this week to deliver actionable advice on how to manage chronic illness and provide insight into the importance of cultivating a support system that brings joy, and can help improve one's physical and mental outlook.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this week’s episode of Therapy Talks with Destiny Winters:

• Gain greater insight into chronic illnesses and how to manage one's tolerance window to reduce stress and pain.
• Strategies and techniques that help validate adversity and difficult emotions.
• Helpful tips to relieve struggles that come along with chronic illnesses.
• Compassionate and trust-building approaches that allow individuals to rediscover their self-assurance and reconnect with their surroundings.

Destiny is a highly skilled and compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor, specializing in the transformative approach of Somatic Experiencing to facilitate healing and personal growth for her clients. With a deep commitment to building trust and fostering a safe therapeutic environment, Destiny guides individuals in rediscovering self-assurance and restoring faith in their surroundings.

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Join us this week on Therapy Talks with therapist Shae Ferguson. We explore her approach to helping individuals and couples gain a deeper understanding of their feelings and needs, and how they can build stronger relationships. Here's what you'll learn about in this Therapy Talks episode:

• Discover how individuals approach intimacy, navigate conflict, and form emotional connections.
• Explore the depths of unconscious desires, fears, and unresolved conflicts stemming from early childhood experiences.
• Gain a comprehensive framework for understanding the unconscious processes and dynamics that significantly impact relationships.
• Uncover valuable insights on identifying both positive and negative patterns in relationships.

Immerse yourself in Shae's unique approach to assisting clients and facilitating their progress in life. Don't miss this opportunity to acquire essential strategies for cultivating healthy relationships.

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Don't miss out on free gifts from Therapy Talks! 👇Watch Along on YouTubeJoin us for an engaging and enlightening episode of Therapy Talks as we speak to Teka Johnson about her approach to therapy, her work with women of color, and the importance of seeking help for mental health. Whether you are looking to understand more about therapy or are already in the process of growth, this episode is sure to offer valuable insight. Tune in to learn more about Teka's unique style of therapy and how to create a more balanced life.

In this Episode:

• How narrative therapy can help individuals unlearn and shift negative patterns.
• The challenge of reducing the stigma of mental health in different cultures.
• Using mindfulness-based stress reduction to alleviate anxiety.

Teka Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker passionate about empowering individuals to shift their mindset, practice new habits, and create a healthy and whole life. She is specifically passionate about working with women that are seeking identity, wholeness, and empowerment.

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This week on Therapy Talks, Huda Sajjad joins us to chat about grief counseling, strategies to help cope with difficult emotions, and how to create a safe and supportive space for clients. Listen in on the discussion around how to make sure clients feel heard and understood, how to help them find meaning and purpose, and how to work with different backgrounds and cultures in counseling sessions. Hailey and Huda also explore Eastern concepts of healing, the importance of validation and empathy, and strategies to help regulate emotions.

Huda Sajjad has a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology from Simon Fraser University in BC, Canada, a Master’s Degree of Science in Psychology from Montfort College in India. Her practice is grounded in an approach that is holistic and collaborative. She likes to provide clients with the necessary research-based tools to help them achieve their goals and finds that this gives clients something to take home and practice in their daily lives.

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Join us this week with psychologist Ken Benau to learn more about shame and pride, and how they affect our relationships and our mental health. Get ready to explore the origin of shame, how it influences our relationships and how we can move from feeling ashamed towards feeling proud. Ken helps us understand how to differentiate between shame as a traumatic state and shame as an emotion and how to use body-based approaches to help us process trauma and shame. He provides insight on the transformational process from shame to pride, and share tips on how to work with clients to move from maladaptive to adaptive pride.

Tune in to gain invaluable insight on an important, yet often misunderstood, topic.

Dr. Ken Benau is a California licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in working with children and adults with learning and developmental differences and a special interest in shame and pride-informed psychotherapy with survivors of relational trauma.

Find Out More About Ken:Shame, Pride, and Relational Trauma (the book)

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This week’s episode of Therapy Talks features Meagan Hamilton, who gives us a behind the scenes look into owning a private practice, and how she helps therapists navigate the stress and overwhelm of starting in a new profession.

Meagan shares her experience of starting as new therapist feeling lonely, overwhelmed and confused. Hailey and Megan also discuss navigating client confidentiality and protecting client information, as well as how to use social media in an ethical way. Meagan also offers her top tips for running a successful private practice and how to pick one method of advertising to focus on and do well.

Tune in to hear Meagan’s inspiring story and valuable advice on how to manage a successful private practice. This episode is packed with actionable tips and advice not just for therapists, but anyone starting off in a new profession. So don’t miss out!

Meagan is a therapist and business owner who has been helping other therapists with their private practices since 2014. Meagan has created a therapy collective in a commercial space, which allowed her colleagues to have their own businesses under the umbrella of her company. She has grown to 17 team members in 3 locations across 2 cities, providing a great example of how to successfully manage a group practice.

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This week, we have the pleasure of having Bethany MacGillivray join us on the podcast! We discuss the Switch Guided Journaling Masterclass, how journaling can be directive and provide tangible strategies, the importance of self-love and self-care, and setting intentions over resolutions.

Bethany also discusses her approach to therapy, the importance of having a support system in place for clinicians, virtual and in-person collectives, art therapy, somatic therapy, and having ethical boundaries as a therapist.

Tune in to learn tangible strategies, explore different formats and facilitators, and understand the importance of emotional literacy. It will be an exciting and informative session, so don’t miss out!

Bethany is an experienced therapist who provides a holistic approach through interweaving talk therapy, art therapy, and somatic mindfulness-based practices to help people reconnect their mind-body connection. She also believes in creating a calm, warm, and empathetic space to support individuals on their journey to deeper healing and a life with meaning and purpose.

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This week on Therapy Talks, therapist Barb Gladue joins Hailey Kanigan to share her insights into sex addiction, relationship issues, and the challenges faced by parents in dealing with their children's online behavior. Listeners can expect to learn about the biological roots of sex addiction, the importance of rebuilding trust in relationships, and how psychoeducation and addiction training can help people overcome many forms of addiction. Barb's expertise and insights make this podcast a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the psychological issues that affect individuals, couples, and families. Stay tuned until the end to hear about Barb's experience as a therapist and the courageous people she has worked with over the years.

Barb Gladue brings over 20 years of experience to her practice and has her Masters Degree in Counseling. She is also a certified Sex Addiction Therapist. However, has had a lot of experience in the areas of Domestic Violence, and Relationship issues.

Find Out More About Barb:Website: https://www.bproactivecounselling.ca/

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This week on Therapy Talks, Harroop Sandhu joins Hailey Kanigan to share her passion for EMDR and how successful it can be with clients, especially when used in conjunction with the Flash Technique. The Flash Technique is used to reduce the distress connected to traumatic experiences, making it easier for clients to engage in processing them. Harroop explains that thorough history and understanding of events and experiences of individuals with complex trauma are important, and that the Flash Technique can be used to reduce distress even if dissociation is present. She also highlights that EMDR preparation phases can be used to help clients have some resources to track and notice their disturbance and distress.

We also learn about the emotional impact of trauma, how it can affect children's coping mechanisms, and how epigenetics and the brain and nervous system wiring up early in life can have a significant impact on individuals. Harroop discusses how clients who identify as having privilege may experience guilt around not having to deal with the struggles their parents had to face and how understanding attachment relationships is crucial in helping clients process their experiences.

Harroop's approach is client-centered, focusing on each client's unique strengths and perspectives. She creates a safe, compassionate, and accepting atmosphere, empowering individuals to reach their goals and strengthen their resilience. Harroop encourages clients to bring awareness to their whole self, including body, mind, and spirit, and through a process of awareness, insight, skill building, mindfulness, and warm support, her clients learn to navigate and make sense of challenges.

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Are you looking to gain insight into how to work with trauma? Join us this week as we are excited to feature a special guest, Tanya Wishlove, a highly-experienced therapist specializing in a breakthrough therapy called Somatic Experiencing.

Tanya teaches us about the somatic approach to working with trauma, which is based on a multidisciplinary approach that includes physiology, psychology, biology, neuroscience, indigenous healing practices, and medical biophysics. Tanya discusses the key components of Somatic Experiencing, such as how it assesses where people are stuck in the fight, flight, or freeze response and sets conditions to help the nervous system complete those responses.

She talks about how it helps to reintegrate trauma physiology as life energy, and the importance of building resilience and resource in trauma work. She also explores the language of the nervous system, the importance of co-regulation, and how to recognize when you are getting too involved with a client.

Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to learn from an experienced therapist about the body-focused approach to healing trauma. Listeners will gain valuable insight into how to work with trauma, and how to orient towards pleasure and resources to create a sense of safety and space.

Find Out More About Tanya:Website: https://kelownatraumatherapy.janeapp.com/locations/ktt-tanya-wishlove/book#/staff_member/7/bio

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This week on Therapy Talks, we are joined by two experienced and passionate therapists, Jen Savage and Bridger Falkenstien. On this episode, Jen and Bridger discuss a variety of topics related to EMDR and trauma-focused therapy approaches. Jen and Bridger delve into the misconceptions surrounding trauma and explore the origin story of EMDR. Additionally, they examine the evolution of EMDR from solely treating PTSD to being applied to a wide range of challenges including anxiety, depression, personality disorders, addiction, trauma, pain management, grief, physical health, and the impact of the past on the present. They also chat about the importance of establishing a deep, safe, and meaningful relationship between client and therapist, along with the inner workings of EMDR and why it can take time to reprocess and trust the newly gained insights.

Jen and Bridger share their experiences and offer insight into this powerful modality. Listeners will be sure to gain a greater understanding of EMDR and how to apply it to their own lives.Jen Savage is a trauma-focused therapist who works with openness, curiosity, and compassion to foster a secure attachment between her and her clients. Bridger Falkenstien specializes in EMDR and is passionate about teaching and equipping healers in their development.

Find Out More About Jen and Bridger:Website: https://connectbeyondhealing.com/
Instagram: @beyondhealingcenter417
Podcast: https://emdr-podcast.com/

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This week on Therapy Talks we will be discussing the challenges and benefits of adoption, how to deal with behavioral challenges, and what post-adoption support looks like. We will also be exploring the impact of trauma and how it can cause emotional dysregulation in children, the importance of secure attachment, and how emotion coaching can help children understand and manage their emotions.

Our incredible guest Heather Toews is a therapist with a passion for working with adoptive families. Heather has spent the past 10 years in the field and currently works in the area of mental health with children, youth, and families. She has developed a trauma-informed, attachment-based parenting program for parents and caregivers who have experienced trauma and attachment disruption. Heather will be talking about her trauma-informed parenting course and why it is important for parents and caregivers to have access to this type of support.

Find Out More About Heather:Website: https://www.heathertoewscounselling.com/

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Instagram: @switchresearch

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This week on Therapy Talks, host Hailey Kanigan welcomes special guest Raymond Lee to talk about the intersection of jiu-jitsu and mental health. Raymond, a jiu-jitsu instructor, with 15 years of experience, joins the show to discuss the empowering effects of jiu-jitsu practice, and how it can help students build confidence and shift the perspective of their own potential.

During the episode, Raymond and Hailey will delve into the idea of discovering one's true self under the mask of persona and talk about how being open and communicating one's frustrations can help create a safe space for problem-solving. They'll also explore how jujitsu practice can help individuals face and overcome their fears of rejection, confrontation, and disagreement, and reframe failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.

In This Episode:

• Ray’s favorite techniques for dealing with and overcoming fears of rejection, confrontation and disagreement.
• The role of communication and vulnerability in building trust and forming deeper connections.
• Discovering one's true self under the persona or "mask" through “practice” and shifting perspective of one’s self.

Raymond Lee began his journey as a full-time Jiu-Jitsu instructor in 2018, joining the North Vancouver Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu team. With the support and guidance of Ryron and Rener Gracie, he has since taken on the role of Head Instructor at Tri-Cities Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, an officially certified training center of Gracie University. Ray is dedicated to ensuring that Jiu-Jitsu is accessible to everyone, and at Tri-Cities Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, he is able to carry out this mission.

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Website: https://www.tricitiesgjj.com/ray

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Join host Hailey Kanigan as she and guest Manroop Sohal tackle the large stigma attached to mental health in Eastern cultures and the unique challenges that come with providing therapy to South Asian patients. From assumptions that the term "mental" implies there is something wrong with you, to a lack of language for discussing mental health issues, Manroop navigates the difficult barrier of cultural norms while building close connections with her patients. Tune in as we explore these issues and work towards destigmatizing mental health in Eastern cultures.

In This Episode:

• Manroop gives personal examples of cultural friction within her experiences in therapy.
• Examples of both "individualist" and "collective" culture.
• The importance of understanding a client's culture and beliefs.
• Finding your way as a first generation Canadian while embracing and respecting your cultural roots.

Manroop Sohal aims to customize therapy for each client, recognizing that each person brings unique experiences that require exploration to determine the best treatment approach and plan. Manroop's practice is based in the humanistic and psychodynamic modalities, incorporating elements of person-centered and existential therapy. She works to uncover various factors that may be impacting a client's situation and worldview, including current and childhood experiences and patterns, impact of family, culture, societal positions and more. Manroop creates an accepting, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment in which clients can engage in introspection and self-reflection.

Find Out More About Manroop:Website: https://clarityokanagan.com/our_team/manroop-sohal/

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Welcome to Therapy Talks, a podcast dedicated to exploring the various ways in which we can improve our mental health and well-being. In this episode, Hailey Kanigan and guest Jill Samycia discuss the therapeutic benefits of singing as a form of self-expression and healing. From overcoming performance anxiety to finding your unique voice, Hailey and Jill delve into the ways in which singing can help us recognize and embrace our true selves, and provide a sense of pride and accomplishment. They'll also discuss how singing can be used as a therapeutic practice outside of traditional talk therapy, and explore the difference between a unique voice and a "perfect" voice. Tune in for a discussion on the transformative power of singing as a tool for mental health on this episode of Therapy Talks.

In This Episode:
* Tips from Jill to help you find calm in the face of anxiety. * Hailey and Jill share their personal experiences with perfectionism in singing. * A glimpse into the experience of a vocal lesson by Jill. * Why trying something new can help you understand yourself better. * Christen Neff's ideas of self-compassion and common humanity.

For over 15 years, Jill has been coaching students to unlock their unique vocal sound, express themselves more fully, and sing freely. She believes that singing should be joyful and offers a safe, non-judgmental space for students to explore their sound and connect with their innate creativity.

Jill's teaching approach is integrated: applying her classical and contemporary background and extensive knowledge of the fundamentals of singing to help students connect with their bodies, minds, and spirits. This whole-being approach has allowed her students to access their authentic voices, develop their vocal skills, and share their talents with the world.

Find Out More About Jill:Website: https://singwithjill.com/
Instagram: @singwithjill

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Welcome to Therapy Talks, hosted by Hailey Kanigan and featuring guest Elspeth Robertson. This week, we’re discussing art therapy and perfectionism. We dive into the labels we get and feel like we have to live by, and how it can affect our mental and emotional health. This episode is all about how art therapy can be a powerful tool to help us heal our inner wounds and learn to let go of our perfectionism. We’ll discuss the concept of the “good kid” and what it means to be a teacher’s pet, and how art therapy can help us learn to be okay with just existing.

Art therapy is a holistic approach to healing, allowing us to express our emotions through visual art. Elspeth and Hailey talk about how art therapy can help us gain a better understanding of our feelings, and provide listeners with tips and advice on how to manage and overcome their perfectionism. Join us for an engaging conversation on art therapy and perfectionism with Hailey and Elspeth.

In This Episode:

• Elspeth and Hailey talk about their personal experiences with perfectionism
• Identifying perfectionism in children
• How competitive anxiety can lead to burnout
• Creative ways to represent and acknowledge self-growth

Elspeth is a registered clinical counselor and professional art therapist in private practice at Intrinsic Therapy. She offers therapeutic support to help folks recover from burnout, let go of perfectionism and uncover their inner creative magic.

Find Out More About Elspeth:Website: https://www.intrinsic-therapy.com/
Instagram: @intrinsic.therapy

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Instagram: @switchresearch

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Do you feel like you're constantly stressed, overwhelmed, and exhausted? You might be experiencing burnout, and it can be tough to deal with on your own. That's why it's important to seek help if you're struggling.

This week on Therapy Talks, Carolyn Rubenstein sits down with Hailey Kanigan to deep dive into burnout and anxiety.

In This Episode:

• "Quiet quitting" - what is it? and is it a good thing?
• Tips on how to notice and recognize burnout (what drains you/what fills you)
• How to help family and loved ones with compassion rather than problem solving
• Carolyn’s favorite modalities to ease and manage anxiety

Carolyn Rubenstein, PhD is a licensed psychologist in private practice in Florida specializing in anxiety, burnout, perfectionism and trauma. She particularly enjoys helping anxious overachievers experience greater ease by finding worth in being, not just doing.

If you or someone you love is experiencing burnout or anxiety please reach out to a mental health professional for more ways to ease and manage your symptoms. Don't suffer through burnout alone- help is out there!

Find Out More About Carolyn:Website: https://carolynrubenstein.com/about/
Instagram: @carolynrubensteinphd

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“The diagnosis of bipolar disorder is one of the most complex topics in contemporary psychiatry. Bipolar disorder is a disabling psychiatric illness that is often misdiagnosed, especially on initial presentation. Misdiagnosis results in ineffective treatment, which further worsens the outcome"
--The National Library of Medicine

This week on Therapy Talks, Stephanie Georgiou joins Barb Egan to talk all about Bipolar mood disorder. Barb and Stephanie discuss signs and symptoms, common mis-diagnosis of it, and how we can use therapy to create awareness of the triggering stressors, while minimizing risk and taking a proactive approach to healing.

Stephanie and Barb dive into an in-depth discussion about what Bipolar Disorder is, and how it can be mistaken for other mental health conditions. They also offer hope and practical advice for those who are struggling, and their loved ones.

In This Episode:

• Differentiating bipolar depression and unipolar depression.
• Stephanie’s favorite modes of treatment for bipolar mood disorder.
• Problems with diagnosing bipolar and why it can go unnoticed or misdiagnosed.
• Why Antidepressants don’t work with bipolar and the importance of mood stabilizers.
• What information is necessary for physicians and therapists to better understand their patients.

Stephanie is a Registered Psychologist, Board Approved Supervisor, Author and Clinical Psychology Registrar who is passionate about changing the lives of others through therapy, education and training. Her experience is extensive as she has worked in private practice, forensic settings and with adolescents, adults and groups. Her psychological assessment and intervention cover; anxiety disorders, mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders and substance use disorders.

Find Out More About Stephanie:Website: http://www.mindfoodpsychology.com
TikTok: @mindfoodsteph

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Instagram: @switchresearch

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Do you feel guilty for eating your favorite meal?
Does what you eat make you feel bad?

In some cases, an unhealthy diet can be just as harmful as an unhealthy relationship. It can lead to anxiety, stress, and even disorder.

Laura-Leigh McKenzie joins Hailey Kanigan this week on therapy talks to discuss gut health and how the food we eat affects our mental health.

In this episode:

• Laura-Leigh explains the baking soda test (a way to test the effectiveness of your stomach acid)
• A walkthrough of the digestive system and its key components
• Communication between the brain and gut
• Tips on how, where, when, and what to eat
• Understanding your personal relationship with food and why it’s unique to you

As a Certified Holistic Nutrition Consultant, Laura-Leigh supports women struggling with their digestion and mental health as the two so often go hand-in-hand. She works with women to make small, sustainable changes to both diet and lifestyle that create a foundation for long term health. Her goal is always to help make it easier for women to eat healthy/delicious food they truly enjoy and incorporate mindfulness & movement as a daily practice so they can ease anxiety & low mood, restore energy and feel more like themselves again!

Find Out More About Laura-Leigh:Website: https://www.gutconnection.ca/
Instagram: @gut.connection

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Instagram: @switchresearch

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If you're struggling to cope after experiencing trauma, you're not alone.

It's common to feel like you're not the person you used to be. But there are ways to start calming down your brain and body. Somatic techniques can be a helpful way to begin to open up and process what you're feeling.

In this episode of Therapy Talks, Summer Forlenza joins Barb Egan to chat about somatic techniques for healing trauma, “Socratic questioning,” and how post traumatic growth can help you access gratitude.

The world is opening up again after the pandemic and everyone is reacting in their own way. Some of us are feeling excited, while others may be feeling anxious or scared. No matter how you're feeling, it's important to remember that nobody is doing their greatest right now. This is a time of change and growth, so it's normal to feel like your values and priorities have shifted.

While it's natural to focus on the negative after trauma, Summer and Barb remind us of the importance of remembering that post-traumatic growth is possible.

In This Episode:

• How the Covid-19 pandemic has affected our relationships with other people.
• Why post traumatic growth offers a meaningful experience after struggle.
• Summer’s favorite form of understanding trauma: Socratic Questioning.
• Understanding our history, and learning how we are triggered in the present by past events.
• Free Resources from Summer that help healing through a mind-body approach.
• What kinds of therapists and keywords to look for when looking for a resources with a somatic approach.

Summer Forlenza is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in treating complex trauma and eating disorders. Summer is also a mental health educator who helps folks to better understand trauma, the mind body connection, and how to build better relationships with their body, brain, and fellow humans.

Find Out More About Summer:Website: www.summerforlenza.com
Instagram:@summer.the.therapist

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Instagram: @switchresearch

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Are you struggling to communicate with the opposite sex?

Do you find yourself getting frustrated because you just can't seem to get through to your partner? If you're nodding your head, then this episode is for you.

This week on Therapy Talks, Claudia Koehoorn and Barb Egan talk all about the differences between the male and female brain. They discuss how changing our words can reshape our reality and the way we communicate. We learn practical ways to change our “negative filters,” and how to navigate the space between men and women.

This podcast is a must-listen for anyone who wants to improve their relationship with themselves and the people around them.

In This Episode:

• How to stop your thoughts from becoming “automatic actions” (taking control of your unconscious thoughts)
• Claudia's practical examples of how to bridge the gap and make communication between males and females a breeze.
• Actionable advice on how to create safe and healthy relationships with our loved ones by understanding our different capacities.
• How we can be better listeners and create a safe space for all the people we interact with.

Claudia Koehoorn focuses on connection and change in her coaching and counseling practice at JouwTransformatie. Through her special mix of therapy, coaching and counseling, mixed with a large dose of humor, Claudia teaches women to reconnect with themselves and listen to their intuition.

Her mission is 'to empower and connect people with themselves'.

Hope you enjoy the episode!

Don’t forget to leave us a rating and a review!

Find Out More About Claudia:Website: https://www.jouwtransformatie.nl/en/
Instagram: jouwtransformatie.nl

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Welcome to the world of neurodivergence!

If you or your child has been diagnosed with a neurodivergent condition, you may be feeling a range of emotions. But don't worry, you are not alone.

Neurodivergence is simply a term used to describe a range of conditions that affect the brain, such as ADHD, dyslexia, and autism. These conditions can present in a variety of ways, and some people may not even realize they are neurodivergent.

This week, Mary Klovance joins Hailey Kanigan to talk about the best ways parents and guardians can address signs of neurodivergence when they appear in their children.

Mary and Hailey discuss the difficult nature of understanding and treating different aspects of the neurodivergence spectrum. They talk about labeling and diagnosing different types of neurodivergence, and therapy can be extremely effective in helping families understand and cope.

In this episode:

• Why the relationship with your child is the most important part of the whole process of labeling and diagnosing a neurodivergence.
• Understanding the “Oppositional defiant disorder” (need for control and autonomy)
• Mary’s favorite modalities to help understand and soothe what’s going on with your child
• Advice on where you can find the best research tools for better understanding neurodivergence in children and adults
• How our dopamine levels have a big impact on the way we see the world

The good news is that there is a lot of support and understanding available for neurodivergent people. With the right resources, you can learn how to manage your condition and thrive in spite of it.

Mary is the owner/operator of Victoria BC's new Neurodiversity Family Centre and specializes in parenting support and helping youth ages 14+ with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD), challenging behaviours and addiction issues. She has worked in private practice for two years, for over 5 years at Victoria's youth detox and shelter, and for over 10 years in the Victoria' School district as a school counsellor.

Find Out More About Mary:Website: www.neurodiversityfamilycentre.com
Instagram: @parentingyouthwithadhd

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If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, it's time to get help. Addiction can manifest in many forms, from smoking and drinking to workaholism and gambling. And it's not always easy to spot.

This week on Therapy Talks, Evan Lieberman joins Barb Egan to discuss the different forms of addiction and how we can learn to restore our "chemical health." Evan and Barb talk about how to identify addiction, where it comes from, and how it influences our home life, work life, and mental health.

In This Episode:

• How personality type and biology play a role in susceptibility to addiction
• Using the "stoplight method" to understand and take control of our emotions
• Pandemic drinking (negative coping in a stressful situation)
• What is addiction? (understanding the full spectrum)
• Our relationship with substances, and the boundaries we create around them
• Differentiating abuse, dependency, and addiction

Evan is a Licensed Mental Health and Addiction Professional, Educator, Author, and Entrepreneur. He is dedicated to teaching the public on the importance of mental health and addiction.

If you or someone you care about is struggling with addiction, don't miss this important episode of Therapy Talks.

Find Out More About Evan:Website: https://evanthecounselor.com/
TikTok: @evan.the.counselor
Instagram: @evan.the.counselor
Youtube: @evan.the.counselor

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Instagram: @switchresearch

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If you've ever been affected by a traumatic event, you know how confusing and difficult it can be to try and understand what happened. The brain is a complex organ that we still have much to learn about. Many of us carry the effects of trauma long after the event has passed.

Join us on Therapy Talks as we discuss Trauma and how therapists can help. Trauma is more than just a stressor, it's how that stressor is held in the body. This week, Coral Compagnoni joins Hailey Kanigan to discuss different types of trauma and how we can differentiate its causes and the ways trauma affects us.

In This Episode:

• What is trauma?
• The difference between single incident trauma and complex trauma & how they affect us differently
• Coral and Hailey explain how they use EMDR to treat trauma (and why it’s so effective)
• How trauma can build in the body through abusive experiences, insecure attachment, and dissociation.
• How trauma affects children and its long term effects

Coral Compagnoni is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist practicing in the Silicon Valley in California. She is a clinician and educator specializing in complex trauma and dissociation. Coral received her MA in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University and her bachelor’s degree at Carnegie Mellon University. Coral holds an ISSTD Advanced Certificate in Complex Trauma and Dissociation, she is a certified EMDR Therapist, and is a Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) clinician.

Find Out More About Coral:Website: https://www.therapywithcoral.com/

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Instagram: @switchresearch

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Olympic athletes are some of the most determined people in the world. They know how to set goals and overcome challenges. This week on Therapy Talks, Olympic Gold Medalist Kacey Bellamy joins Barb Egan to talk about the importance of mental health in her journey through the world of women’s hockey.

In This Episode:

• Kacey talks about learning from mistakes and recognizing when there needs to be an improvement in her work.
• Trusting the process: knowing what works and taking advice from experts
• Kacey’s favorite mental health techniques to help her regulate emotions and reduce stress
• Creating friendships and a support system that you can rely on when things get tough

Kacey is a 9-time gold medal winner, including both the Olympics and IIHF Women's World Championship, so she knows a thing or two about setting goals and staying motivated. In this episode, Kacey shares her story of overcoming mistakes and creating a healthy mindset to achieve her goals.

If you're looking for some inspiration and motivation, this is the episode for you!

Find Out More About Kacey:Website: https://kaceybellamy.com/
Instagram: @kaceybellamy22

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This week on Therapy Talks, we'll be exploring the world of therapy through the eyes of a therapist. Our guest today is Eli Weinstein, who joins us to discuss his experience in a psychiatric hospital, the challenges therapists face when taking on clients, and why it can be so hard to find balance as a therapist.

In This Episode:

• Eli's favorite therapy modalities to implement with clients
• Parenting: having compassion for yourself
• Life's biggest lesson
• Finding balance as a therapist

Eli Weinstein is a Licensed Clinical Social Work Therapist (LCSW) based in New York and Nevada. He has worked in multiple settings including a psychiatric hospital and outpatient clinic, and currently works in private practice.

As an LCSW, Eli has honed his skills in CBT, mindfulness, positive psychology, and other therapy techniques. He believes that a modern and approachable outlook on mental health is the pathway to self-awareness and inner peace for many who are struggling in both big and small ways in their everyday life.

Eli's passion and life goal is to help each and every one of his clients feel happy, confident, fulfilled, and powerful. He welcomes the opportunity to help you get there.

Find Out More About Eli:Website: https://www.eliweinsteinlcsw.com/
Instagram: @thedudetherapist

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This week on therapy talks, Mariya Javed joins Barb to discuss her personal story of addiction and trauma and how she overcame these difficult experiences. In this episode, we dive into the process of overcoming addictions, starting with the trauma that may be inciting it in the first place. Mariya talks about the major connections between trauma and addiction and the different ways we can treat it.

Mariya and Barb discuss using modalities like CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), week long intensive addiction therapy retreats, and brainspotting, a neurophysiological approach that uses bilateral stimulation to understand the threat/trauma moment. In this episode, we learn about the struggles of addiction and ways we can overcome them with the right help.

Mariya Javed is a trauma therapist, brainspotting trainer, and a Director of Behavioral Health in Minneapolis Minnesota. She specializes in healing trauma, complex trauma, addiction, generational and racial trauma, and oppression in the body.

Find Out More About Mariya:Website: awakenconsultingservices.com

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Instagram: @switchresearch

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If you're curious about how therapists choose different modalities to help their clients heal, this episode of Therapy Talks is for you. In this week's episode, Joelle Maletis and Hailey Kanigan discuss using therapy techniques, like CBT, and EMDR to help their clients reach their goals. They also chat about how the process of therapy can only be effective if we understand that each client has unique challenges and a unique process of healing.

Oftentimes when we want to heal, we have to first feel like we are capable of healing before the process of healing really starts. Joelle and Hailey discuss using traditionally later phases of therapy like EMDR early on in their sessions to help with the process to help show clients what resilience feels like and how the overall process of therapy can be effective.

In this episode, we chat about:

• Installing and implementing different parts of the therapy process in different situations depending on the client
• Using CBT in conjunction with EMDR to find trauma and then reprocess it
• Creating a space of healing and showing clients what healing feels like early on in the process to encourage the therapy process.
• The art of therapy, and why/how each client has unique challenges which lead to a unique process of healing

Joelle is a well-known author, keynote speaker, podcast host and psychotherapist. Joelle's expertise includes trauma, PTSD, eating disorders and military psychology. Her career highlights include being a guest speaker on authoring a Ted-Ed video on PTSD, ABC’s 60 Minutes: Beyond the Headlines, and several Outstanding Achievement Awards for Top Female Executive.

Joelle's passion is helping people find empowerment by discovering how to be their best (not perfect) successful self through authentic skills-based, self-discovery. As a psychotherapist, Joelle uses Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Informed techniques like EMDR, Post Traumatic Growth, mindfulness, strategic inquiry as well as encouragement! Joelle's goal is to provide feedback and interaction that allows clients to grow through informed, healthy, and compassionate decisions.

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We hope you enjoy the episode!

Find Out More About Joelle:Website: joellerabowmaletis.com/
Instagram: @official.joelle.trauma.therapy
Facebook: @JoelleRabowMaletisandAssociates
Twitter: @jmaletistherapy

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Do you feel like you're constantly in a state of stress or waiting for stress?
Does it feel like your anxiety switch doesn't get turned off?

Alana Berg joins Barb Egan this week on Therapy Talks to discuss strategies for getting out of this state and taking control of your health.

In this episode, we cover topics like:

• Chronic stress and burnout
• Taking accountability for your health
• Getting out of the hypoadrenal state
• Activating the parasympathetic nervous system

Barb and Alana examine how the pandemic has caused a loss of control for many of us and how we can focus on our responses and reactions to things we can't control, even in the midst of chaos. Together they explain how to recognize our triggers and make small changes that can make a big difference.

Everything is more difficult in this state of chronic stress and burnout, but by taking accountability for our health and making different choices, we can set ourselves up for success. Join us this week on Therapy Talks and learn how to take control of your health!

Dr. Alana Berg has been helping people achieve their optimal health since 2005. She is a highly skilled Naturopathic Physician, certified by the College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia in chelation, acupuncture, IV therapy, pharmacology, and ozone. She has also trained in neural therapy, trigger point injections, Bodytalk therapy, neuropsych kinesiology, and several other courses. Her deep passion for healthy living and desire to teach and empower others makes her a committed and dedicated practitioner.

Find Out More About Alana:Website: dralanaberg.com
Instagram: @dralanaberg
Facebook: @dralanaberg

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This week on Therapy Talks, Lisa Ann Butcher joins us to provide insight into the trauma experienced by healthcare professionals. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Respiratory Therapist, Lisa offers a unique perspective on the mental health impact of the pandemic on frontline workers. In this episode we learn the difference between “trauma” and “adverse life experiences” while exploring what techniques we can use to ease the psychological effects of working in the field of healthcare.

In This Episode:

• Recognizing trauma and its effects
• Understanding where trauma comes from
• Working in healthcare during the pandemic
• The healthcare culture, and how it can be problematic to mental health
• Techniques and modalities that can help ease trauma and anxiety
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy
  • EMDR
  • Narrative Therapy

Lisa Ann Butcher is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors and the Owner of Three Sisters Clinical Counselling in Vancouver BC. She specializes in treating frontline healthcare workers for anxiety, depression and trauma. Lisa is also a Respiratory Therapist who spent 18 years working in acute care hospitals in both Ontario and BC so she offers a unique perspective on the mental health impact of the pandemic on frontline workers.

Find Out More About Lisa:Website: www.threesisterscounselling.com
Instagram: @lisa.ann.butcher
Twitter: @LisaAnnButcher

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Instagram: @switchresearch

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This week we have a BONUS episode for you!

Lauren Mills joins Barb on this week's episode to talk about her journey as a teacher, coach, and a therapist. We learn about the different life experiences that have led to finding her place in the world of mental health.

In this Episode:

• Lauren talks about different cultures at her student and teaching career and how that helped shape her perspective.
• Unfair comparison culture of social media that exists with young students
• Implementing a mindfulness program with her students to help with anxiety, depression, and confidence.
• Making the switch from teaching to counselling
• Lauren’s personal experience with depression and burnout

Lauren is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Masters in Counselling Psychology. She brings over 6 years of experience helping youth and adolescents navigate life’s unique challenges. Lauren is passionate about counselling for teens and adults in Kelowna, BC for anxiety, stress, depression, and trauma.

Find Out More About Lauren:Website: https://alivecounselling.com/team/lauren-mills/

Learn More About Switch Research:Website: https://switchresearch.org/
Instagram: @switchresearch

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As kids spend more and more time on social media, we're left wondering what kind of impact this will have on their development. Most teenagers use social media in some way or another, but we don't always stop to think about how it's influencing them. This week, Jacob Santhouse joins us to talk about the effect social media has on adolescents' self-worth and mental health.

In this episode Hailey and Jacob discuss how our mental states can dictate the kind of content we interact with and how that works inversely as well. They explore why we might be using social media and how we can be mindful of the way it's impacting us. Join them to learn more about how to be aware of the way we interact with social media in our lives.

Dr. Santhouse is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in private practice. His primary focus is working with adolescents and young adults on self-acceptance, processing trauma, relational issues, and coping with an ever-changing world.

Find Out More About Jacob:Website: https://www.olivecounseling.com
TikTok: @drjacobsanthouse

Learn More About Switch Research:Website: https://switchresearch.org/
Instagram: @switchresearch

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Barb Egan sits down with registered dietitian, nutritionist, and therapist Alissa Rumsey to talk about our relationship with food. Using her own journey as an example, Alissa provides a fresh, non-diet approach to nutrition that is tailored specifically for you, helping you towards a healthier, happier relationship with food and your body.

As the founder of Alissa Rumsey Nutrition and Wellness, a weight-inclusive practice, Alissa is passionate about supporting people as they reclaim the space to eat and live unapologetically. Alissa and her team help people break free from body-based oppression, dieting, and cultivate a peaceful relationship to food and their bodies so they can live a more authentic and connected life. Alissa's expertise has been featured in hundreds of media outlets, and she speaks regularly at events, online trainings, and conferences around the country.

Find Out More About Alissa:Website: https://alissarumsey.com
Instagram: @alissarumseyRD

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Are you tired of feeling like you have to live up to society's expectations of what it means to be a man? Do you feel like you're not allowed to express your emotions or be yourself? Logan Cohen is here to help you fight back against those traditional values that hold you back.

"Toxic masculinity" is a term that gets thrown around a lot, but often without the male perspective. In this week’s episode of Therapy Talks we chat with Logan Cohen who aims to change that, and help you to understand and reframe the term in a way that is helpful to you. We address the social and cultural expectations of men that can often be repressive and stifling.

Logan Cohen is a highly experienced Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) who has dedicated his life's work to supporting people through difficult transitions. He is an Approved Supervisor with the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT), and has over 20 years of experience in the field.

Find Out More About Logan:Website: https://www.balancedmanplan.com
Tiktok: @healinghumanity777

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Instagram: @switchresearch

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Generational trauma can be a difficult topic to discuss, but it's so important to break the cycle. This week on Therapy Talks, Blake Blankenbecler invites us to come into greater compassion and integration with our story, our body, and our emotions.

Barb and Blake help us explore different narratives and unique tools to combat preverbal trauma. We learn how to listen to our bodies and give a voice to the different parts of ourselves, creating a safe and empowering space for personal growth.

Blake Blankenbecler, LPC is a psychodynamic therapist specializing in anxiety, trauma, and eating disorders. Having had successful practices in Los Angeles, Austin, and now Charleston, SC, she is well acquainted with the struggles of being human.

Find Out More About Blake:Website: www.blakeblankenbecler.com
Tiktok: @blakeblankenbecler.lpc
Instagram: @blakeblankenbecler

Learn More About Switch Research:Website: https://switchresearch.org/
Instagram: @switchresearch

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Have you ever wanted to be a fly on the wall for a real therapy session? The wait is over. In this series by Therapy Talks, licensed clinical therapist Joelle Rabow Maletis is joined by special guest Shelby Tessier. You all have VIP seats to sit in on Shelby’s therapy experience!

This is the 6th Episode in the series.
Check out the first 5 episodes here:
Episode 1
Episode 2
Episode 3
Episode 4
Episode 5
YouTube Playlist

Join Shelby and Joelle for the final episode in their series! They'll be recapping goals set in the first episode and outlining the progress made over the last 6 sessions. You'll also learn about thought stopping techniques and get to listen to them process examples from Shelby's life.

We hope that by sharing Shelby's story, we can help others who are struggling with similar issues.

Joelle is a well-known author, keynote speaker, podcast host and psychotherapist. Joelle's expertise includes trauma, PTSD, eating disorders and military psychology. Her career highlights include being a guest speaker on authoring a Ted-Ed video on PTSD, ABC’s 60 Minutes: Beyond the Headlines, and several Outstanding Achievement Awards for Top Female Executive.

Joelle's passion is helping people find empowerment by discovering how to be their best (not perfect) successful self through authentic skills-based, self-discovery. As a psychotherapist, Joelle uses Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Informed techniques like EMDR, Post Traumatic Growth, mindfulness, strategic inquiry as well as encouragement!

Find out more about Joelle Maletis:
Website: https://joellerabowmaletis.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/official.jo...
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoelleRabowM...

Learn More About Switch Research:
https://switchresearch.org/
Instagram: @switchresearch

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If you're struggling to process your trauma, it can feel like you're stuck in a never-ending cycle of pain. But there is hope! Gabby Ortega is a Somatic and Subconscious Reprogramming Coach, and former Trauma Therapist who has dedicated her life to researching and finding integrated and holistic ways of healing trauma.

This week on Therapy Talks, Gabby joins Barb to talk about subconscious reprogramming and somatic reprocessing, a unique approach to healing that combines talk therapy and understanding the mind-body connection. This episode is all about exploring your life timeline and finding the root of your trauma. Rebuilding your tolerance and creating the connections you need for emotional safety.

Gabby is committed to reinventing the mental health therapy system to support our humanity. If you're ready to heal and move on with your life, Gabby Ortega is here to help.

Find Out More About Gabby Ortega:Website: www.omtherapycoaching.com
Tiktok: @om_therapy_coaching
Instagram: @om_therapy_coaching

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Have you ever wanted to be a fly on the wall for a real therapy session? The wait is over. In this series by Therapy Talks, licensed clinical therapist Joelle Rabow Maletis is joined by special guest Shelby Tessier. You all have VIP seats to sit in on Shelby’s therapy experience!

This is the 5th Episode in the series.
Check out the first four episodes here:
Episode 1
Episode 2
Episode 3
Episode 4
YouTube Playlist

If you're struggling with anxiety, episode five is for you. We'll work through breathing and thought stopping techniques, and identify the core beliefs that lead to anxious and intrusive feelings. You'll come away from this episode with useful tools to help you manage your anxiety.

We hope that by sharing Shelby's story, we can help others who are struggling with similar issues.

Joelle is a well-known author, keynote speaker, podcast host and psychotherapist. Joelle's expertise includes trauma, PTSD, eating disorders and military psychology. Her career highlights include being a guest speaker on authoring a Ted-Ed video on PTSD, ABC’s 60 Minutes: Beyond the Headlines, and several Outstanding Achievement Awards for Top Female Executive.

Joelle's passion is helping people find empowerment by discovering how to be their best (not perfect) successful self through authentic skills-based, self-discovery. As a psychotherapist, Joelle uses Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Informed techniques like EMDR, Post Traumatic Growth, mindfulness, strategic inquiry as well as encouragement!

Find out more about Joelle Maletis:
Website: https://joellerabowmaletis.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/official.jo...
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoelleRabowM...

Learn More About Switch Research:
https://switchresearch.org/
Instagram: @switchresearch

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This is an audio only recording of our June 30th YouTube Live
You can watch our live streams on YouTube here!

Listen in on this stream,  as our partner therapist Hailey Kanigan discusses personality disorders and how we can identify them in ourselves.

Hailey holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology, a Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology, and is a EMDR Therapist. Hailey is a goal orientated Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) looking to welcome you to a balanced, healthy, and enjoyable lifestyle. Hailey’s experience is specialized in anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship strain, and self-development. Collaboratively, the best therapies are chosen from to meet your specific needs such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy (NT), Mindfulness and Emotion Freedom Technique (EFT).

Connect with Hailey:
@haileykanigancounselling
haileykanigancounselling.com

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Do you find yourself getting wrapped up in your partner's problems and struggling to maintain a sense of self? Do you find it hard to set boundaries and stick to them?

Shane Birkel joins Hailey Kanigan this week on Therapy Talks to discuss implementing more compassion and understanding in your relationships. Join us as we learn about the emotional response to events and actions, and how to identify when you need emotional regulation. We'll also explore the concept of self-esteem and how it can help you stand with confidence in your relationships.

Shane Birkel is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice and works primarily with couples. He is a certified Relational Life Therapist. Shane hosts a weekly podcast called the Couples Therapist Couch that is all about the practice of Couples Therapy. He has also created the Couples Therapist Inner Circle which is a membership that provides community, education, and personal support for Couples Therapists.

Find Out More About Shane Birkel:Website: https://www.couplestherapistcouch.com/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shanebirkel
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shanebirkel/?hl=en

Learn More About Switch Research:Website: https://switchresearch.org/
Instagram: @switchresearch

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Have you ever wanted to be a fly on the wall for a real therapy session? The wait is over. In this series by Therapy Talks, licensed clinical therapist Joelle Rabow Maletis is joined by special guest Shelby Tessier. You all have VIP seats to sit in on Shelby’s therapy experience!

This is the 4th Episode in the series.
Check out the first three episodes here:
Episode 1
Episode 2
Episode 3
Youtube Playlist

In the third episode we joined Shelby in understanding perfectionism and how it can lead to people pleasing habits that affect her relationship with food and her body. In episode 4 we dive deeper into people pleasing, and listen in as Joelle offers some techniques to combat Shelby's perfectionism.

We hope that by sharing Shelby's story, we can help others who are struggling with similar issues.

Joelle is a well-known author, keynote speaker, podcast host and psychotherapist. Joelle's expertise includes trauma, PTSD, eating disorders and military psychology. Her career highlights include being a guest speaker on authoring a Ted-Ed video on PTSD, ABC’s 60 Minutes: Beyond the Headlines, and several Outstanding Achievement Awards for Top Female Executive.

Joelle's passion is helping people find empowerment by discovering how to be their best (not perfect) successful self through authentic skills-based, self-discovery. As a psychotherapist, Joelle uses Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Informed techniques like EMDR, Post Traumatic Growth, mindfulness, strategic inquiry as well as encouragement! Joelle's goal is to provide feedback and interaction that allows clients to grow through informed, healthy, and compassionate decisions.

Find out more about Joelle Maletis:
Website: https://joellerabowmaletis.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/official.jo...
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoelleRabowM...

Learn More About Switch Research:
https://switchresearch.org/
Instagram: @switchresearch

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This is our first audio only YouTube Live for our podcast listeners!
You can watch our live streams on YouTube here!

In this stream, Barb Egan helps us manage anxiety with the "STOP" technique.
We learn how to pause in moments of anxiety, and work through our thoughts and emotions before proceeding.

Listen in as Barb interacts with chat and talks about anxiety stopping techniques!

Barb Egan is a certified clinical counsellor and owner of Alive Counselling in Kelowna, British Columbia.
Her Specialties include practical CBT strategies for changing irrational, negative, unhelpful thoughts that fuel our low moods (ie anxiety, stress, depression, & negative self-talk).

Find out more about Barb Egan:Website:  www.AliveCounselling.com
Instagram: @alivecounselling

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Do you feel like you're always being put down, or that your partner never really sees you? You might be in a narcissistic relationship.

Different kinds of narcissistic relationships can be tough to spot, but there are some common red flags. If you're wondering whether your relationship is healthy or not, this episode can help!

Brenda Stephens joins Barn Egan this week on Therapy Talks to teach us about narcissism and abusive relationships.

Key Moments In This Episode:

• What different kinds of narcissistic relationships look like
• What gaslighting is, and how to spot it
• Red flags to watch out for
• How to validate yourself and others in an abusive relationship
• What grief after an abusive relationship looks like
• How to come to terms with being in a narcissistic abuse relationship
• Recovery and healing process, including different types of modalities

Brenda Stephens is a registered clinical counselor who works with those battling depression, anxiety, mood disorders, impulse control disorders, personality disorders, and supporting survivors of Narcissistic Abuse.

If you're struggling in your relationship, this episode can help you understand what's going on and how to get out of it.

Find Out More About Brenda Stephens:Website: www.stephenstherapy.com
Instagram: @stephenstherapyassociates

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Have you ever wanted to be a fly on the wall for a real therapy session? The wait is over. In this series by Therapy Talks, licensed clinical therapist Joelle Rabow Maletis is joined by special guest Shelby Tessier. You all have VIP seats to sit in on Shelby’s therapy experience!

This is the 3rd Episode in the series.
Check out the first two episodes here:
Episode 1
Episode 2
Youtube Playlist

In the second episode we learned about Shelby's experiences with anxiety and stress, and how to use CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) and breathing techniques to help cope. In this episode we join Shelby as she understands perfectionism and how it can lead to people pleasing habits that affect her relationship with food and her body.

We hope that by sharing Shelby's story, we can help others who are struggling with similar issues.

Thank you for joining us.

Joelle is a well-known author, keynote speaker, podcast host and psychotherapist. Joelle's expertise includes trauma, PTSD, eating disorders and military psychology. Her career highlights include being a guest speaker on authoring a Ted-Ed video on PTSD, ABC’s 60 Minutes: Beyond the Headlines, and several Outstanding Achievement Awards for Top Female Executive.

Joelle's passion is helping people find empowerment by discovering how to be their best (not perfect) successful self through authentic skills-based, self-discovery. As a psychotherapist, Joelle uses Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Informed techniques like EMDR, Post Traumatic Growth, mindfulness, strategic inquiry as well as encouragement! Joelle's goal is to provide feedback and interaction that allows clients to grow through informed, healthy, and compassionate decisions.

Find out more about Joelle Maletis:
Website: https://joellerabowmaletis.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/official.jo...
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoelleRabowM...

Learn More About Switch Research:
https://switchresearch.org/
Instagram: @switchresearch

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If you're looking to improve communication with your partner and build a more respectful relationship, this podcast is for you. You'll learn the 4 principles of non-violent communication, how to avoid catastrophizing arguments, and the #1 thing to do when you're feeling irritated with your partner.

This week Sarah Yudkin joins us on Therapy Talks to help us gain a better understanding of relationship triggers, and how to handle relationship problems both externally and internally.

Sarah Yudkin is a Trauma-Informed Relationship Anxiety Coach who’s mission is to help people stop “should I stay or go” mentality once and for all and finally feel fulfilled in their loving relationships.v

Find Out More About Sarah Yudkin:Website:https://www.youloveandyoulearn.com/
Instagram: @youloveandyoulearn
TikTok: @youloveandyoulearn

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Have you ever wanted to be a fly on the wall for a real therapy session? The wait is over. In this episode of Therapy Talks, licensed clinical therapist Joelle Rabow Maletis is joined by special guest Shelby Tessier. You all have VIP seats to sit in on Shelby’s therapy experience!

In the first episode, we got to know Shelby and learned about thought stopping techniques she's using to combat her negative core beliefs. In this episode, we'll be learning more about Shelby's experiences with anxiety and stress, and how to use CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) and breathing techniques to help cope.

We hope that by sharing Shelby's story, we can help others who are struggling with similar issues.

Thank you for joining us.

Joelle is a well-known author, keynote speaker, podcast host and psychotherapist. Joelle's expertise includes trauma, PTSD, eating disorders and military psychology. Her career highlights include being a guest speaker on authoring a Ted-Ed video on PTSD, ABC’s 60 Minutes: Beyond the Headlines, and several Outstanding Achievement Awards for Top Female Executive.

Joelle's passion is helping people find empowerment by discovering how to be their best (not perfect) successful self through authentic skills-based, self-discovery. As a psychotherapist, Joelle uses Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Informed techniques like EMDR, Post Traumatic Growth, mindfulness, strategic inquiry as well as encouragement! Joelle's goal is to provide feedback and interaction that allows clients to grow through informed, healthy, and compassionate decisions.

Find out more about Joelle Maletis:
Website: https://joellerabowmaletis.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/official.joelle.trauma.therapy/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoelleRabowMaletisandAssociates

Learn More About Switch Research:https://switchresearch.org/
Instagram: @switchresearch

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Becoming a new mom isn’t a straightforward journey. It’s a winding road with twists and turns the whole way. This can feel like an isolating experience, but no matter where we are in our journeys, we are not alone.

Christine Champagne joins us to chat about her story of becoming a new mom and overcoming the challenges of multiple postpartum mental health issues. Together, we uncover some overlooked truths of motherhood, what it means to be a “good mom,” and dismantle the unfair expectations that society places on us (and that we place on ourselves).

Christine hosts “SuperMom in Training,” a Summit to equip new moms with the information and skills they need during the pivotal first year of motherhood and beyond.

Find Out More About Christine:Website: www.motherhoodfoundations.com
www.train-a-mom.com
Instagram: @motherhood.foundations
@train.a.mom

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Have you ever wanted to be a fly on the wall for a real therapy session? The wait is over. In this episode of Therapy Talks, licensed clinical therapist Joelle Rabow Maletis is joined by special guest Shelby Tessier. You all have VIP seats to sit in on Shelby’s therapy experience!

This is the first of a series of episodes in which we attend therapy with Shelby, get to know her, and discover how stress and anxiety manifest in her life. Together, we will learn thought-stopping techniques that Shelby can use to combat her negative core beliefs… and you can use them, too!

Joelle is a well-known author, keynote speaker, podcast host and psychotherapist. Joelle's expertise includes truma, PTSD, eating disorders and military psychology. Her career highlights include being a guest speaker on authoring a Ted-Ed video on PTSD, ABC’s 60 Minutes: Beyond the Headlines, and several Outstanding Achievement Awards for Top Female Executive.

Joelle's passion is helping people find empowerment by discovering how to be their best (not perfect) successful self through authentic skills-based, self-discovery. As a psychotherapist, Joelle uses Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Informed techniques like EMDR, Post Traumatic Growth, mindfulness, strategic inquiry as well as encouragement! Joelle's goal is to provide feedback and interaction that allows clients to grow through informed, healthy, and compassionate decisions.

Find Out More About Joelle:
website ► https://joellerabowmaletis.com/
linkedIn ► joellerabowmaletis
facebook ► JoelleRabowMaletisandAssociates
twitter ► jmaletistherapy

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Codependent relationships can be tricky to identify,  Sharon Martin joins us to talk about the worry and rumination we feel when we are negatively affected by the relationships we are in.

This week we uncover the importance of reciprocity, and compromise in relationships. Sharon explains the healing factors of creating boundaries and setting limits with your loved ones.

Sharon Martin, LCSW is a licensed psychotherapist specializing in codependency recovery with an online practice serving California residents. For the past 20 years, she’s been helping perfectionists and people-pleasers overcome self-doubt and shame, embrace their imperfections, and learn to set boundaries.

Find Out More About Sharon:
Instagram ➤ @smartinlcsw
Website ➤ https://www.livewellwithsharonmartin.com/
YouTube ➤ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYljwr_eVDrig3v9Bhq-qaw

Learn More About Switch Research:https://switchresearch.org/
Instagram: @switchresearch

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Watch Along On YouTubeAs we learned in last week’s episode, body image is something that most of us will struggle with at some point, and it can often result in having an unhealthy relationship with food. This week, we learn some of the root causes of body image issues and how to avoid falling into mal-adaptive behaviors.

Summer Forlenza joins us on Therapy Talks to delve into the spectrum of eating disorders and disordered eating, the link between trauma and EDs, and how you can support a loved one who may be struggling.

Summer Forlenza is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in treating complex trauma and eating disorders. Summer is also a mental health educator who helps folks to better understand trauma, the mind body connection, and how to build better relationships with their body, brain, and fellow humans.

Find Out More About Summer:
website:www.summerforlenza.com
instagram: @summer.the.therapist

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Body image is something that most of us will struggle with at some point in our lives, but it doesn’t have to be. We can all work towards improving our relationship with food and our bodies, regardless of what causes our struggles.

Bethany MacGillivray joins Barb on Therapy Talks to discuss the Mind-Body Connection and how it can be an important part of making peace with our bodies. Barb and Bethany also explore Art Therapy as a tool for managing anxiety and practicing self-compassion.

Bethany MacGillivray is a Registered Clinical Counselor and Professional Art Therapist of Soul-body-centered, positive psychology and mindfulness approach, specializing in body image, disordered eating, self-compassion, and empowerment.

Find Out More About Bethany:Website: soulflowtherapy.com
Instagram: @soulflowtherapy

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Anxiety disorders are some of the most common mental illnesses that people can experience, with some estimates suggesting that up to 30% of the population will struggle at some point in their lives. Today on Therapy Talks, Dr. Kevin Chapman joins Barb to discuss everything under the umbrella term of “anxiety” and how it can be addressed.

Key Moments in This Episode:

• 3 reasons why CBT is the gold standard treatment for anxiety and related disorders
• Why it’s important to be your own psychologist
• The 3 step process to master your anxiety
• How “objective recording” is essential to understanding your triggers
• The truth about thinking traps

Dr. Chapman is a Clinical Psychologist and the Founder and Director of the Kentucky Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders. His specialties include cognitive behavioral therapy including exposure for panic disorder, agoraphobia, specific phobias, and social anxiety disorders.

Social Links/Website:
Instagram: drkevinchapman
Twitter: @drkchap
Website: https://kycards.com/dr-kevin-chapman/

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Aimee Daramus joins us this week to discuss chronic mental illnesses like anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. From early childhood experiences to epigenetic tendencies, join us as we examine the roots of mental illnesses we may face into adulthood and some steps forward.

Key Moments In This Episode:

• What treating chronic mental illness looks like in a therapy setting.
• How do we know we are getting better when we are being treated for chronic mental illness?
• What steps can we take to ensure that our mental health is getting better while easing off therapy?
• What are signs that our mental health is declining?

Aimee is a clinical psychologist specializing in chronic mental illness. She is the author of Understanding Bipolar Disorder: The Essential Family Guide a part-time co-host of the Bipolar Girl podcast. 

Website: www.audeotherapy.com 

Twitter and IG: @audeotherapy

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• Mary-Beth discusses diversifying income, and social media for clinicians for the first 10 mins of the podcast.
• Skip to 10:26 for boundaries and family conflict

Whether you are trying to create healthy family dynamics at home or looking for work-life balance, we all need to learn where our emotional and physical limits are and how we can set boundaries.

In this episode of Therapy Talks, Mary-Beth Somich joins us to discuss boundary-setting for clinicians and how they can diversify their income through social media. Many therapists are trained to adopt a sort of “martyr mentality” in which working long hours and neglecting their own needs can be glorified. Diversifying can help therapists show up in a greater capacity for their clients and take care of themselves.

Mary-Beth also guides us through “enmeshment” vs “healthy differentiation” in families, introducing helpful ways to maintain closeness with your family while introducing boundaries and individuality.

Mary-Beth is a Licenced Professional Counselor with a focus in Family Therapy and the creator of InstaGrowth for Therapists.

Find Out More About Mary-Beth:yourjourneythrough.com
instagrowthfortherapists.com
instagram: @yourjourneythrough

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We will all experience grief at some point in our lives, but this painful emotion can be tied up with taboo and secrecy. Kate Schouten breaks down these walls to share a vulnerable insight into her unfiltered experience with losing a loved one.

Dealing with grief can be all-consuming, making it difficult to get through each day as we learn to live with painful memories. It shows up in many different ways in our lives, some of which are impossible to prepare for. But importantly, grief can also become an opportunity for growth.

Kate Schouten is a registered clinical counselor and founder of Next Step Counselling Group.

Join us as she shares her personal journey with grief and how it strengthened her work as a therapist.

Find out more about Kate Schouten and Next Step Counselling Group:
https://nextstepkelowna.com/

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In this episode of Therapy Talks, Krista Carlin joins us to take a deep dive into the topic of neurodivergence and ADHD.

Being around people who think differently is actually a great thing. Yet, there are barriers that make it difficult for some of us to thrive or receive the support that we need.

Krista and Hailey discuss the mind-body connection, executive function, and the link between Trauma and ADHD. They also describe some challenges we may have with neurodivergence at different stages in our lives.

No matter how our minds are wired, everyone deserves acceptance, empowerment and validation.

Krista Carlin is a Registered Social Worker and ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider. She is also the founder of the Curious Collective, a virtual psychotherapy practice based in Ontario.

Learn More About Krista Carlin:
Website:
https://www.thecuriouscollective.ca/
Socials:
https://www.instagram.com/adhd.thecuriouscollective/

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This week on Therapy Talks, Jana Glass joins Barb Egan to discuss parenthood and the challenges surrounding infertility, miscarriage, and postpartum depression. Jana is committed to creating a pathway of healing while shedding light on misinformation and disenfranchised grief.

Pregnancy is a full-body journey, so sometimes just talking about the difficult experiences isn’t enough! We dive into “Brainspotting” and how this therapy technique harnesses the brain’s natural ability to heal. When dealing with an overwhelmed nervous system, everyday experiences can elicit disproportionate reactions, but Brainspotting can help us return to a harmonious interaction with life.

Jana Glass is a Licensed Professional Counselor certified in Brainspotting, Addiction, and Perinatal Mental Health.

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In this episode, Jill Johnson Young teaches about solution-focused grief and loss, helping us to normalize the dying process. Although grieving can feel like a dark tunnel with no end, with the right resources, it can be a time for immense growth, to work on ourselves and make peace with death.

Barb and Jill explore how we can identify grief and help ourselves (or others) through the process. They encourage us to take back our power rather than letting others tell us how we “should” grieve, allowing us to honor their memory as we enter a new chapter of our life (whatever that may look like.)

After a long career in this field, including ten years as a hospice social worker and ten plus years in private practice, Jill is determined to help us understand dying, death, grief and dementia.

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https://jilljohnsonyoung.com/

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Seeking help can be daunting, especially when we don’t know where to start.

This week, Hailey Kanigan and Lauren Gaudet explore the concepts of “The Cycle of Change” and “Guided Contemplation” as tools to ensure clients are getting the help and resources they need. Hailey and Lauren discuss how to deal with relapse as a normal and expected stage of behavior change. Together, they uncover some tips and strategies for finding the right therapist for our individual needs.

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Most people think of therapy as an activity that is only necessary to work through painful trauma and mental illness; something you start doing when you have reached a critical breaking point in your life. It’s often what we are taught as children- to “suck it up” unless the situation is dire. But who decided that this exclusivity was healthy or safe for the average person?

You may remember Hailey Kanigan from #TherapyTalks episode 4. For this episode, she has returned to normalize therapy and prioritize mental health in our lifestyles. Hailey and Barb debunk some misconceptions about therapy and feeling “less than” when we ask for help. In situations where we are unable to identify and respond to our emotions and feelings in helpful ways, therapy can be the golden ticket to learning healthy coping strategies.

Join us as we uncover the value of therapy, discuss the taboo aspects of seeking help and reshape our perspectives.

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This week Maddie Spear joins Barb to discuss anxiety and trauma in children, teens, and young adults. We address the different signs and markers of anxiety and trauma as they appear in us, both physically and mentally. Maddie explains her process of using trauma based, strengths based and psychodynamic therapy methods.

Maddie has worked in foster care agencies, human trafficking safe homes, refugee mental health clinics, and mental health advocacy centers. Through this work and additional years of training, Maddie has developed a specialty of working with children, adolescents and young adults to assist in eliminating the present effects of past trauma.

Connect with Maddie:
Instagram: @loveyourlittlevictories
TikTok: @therapy_thoughts
Website: Flourish Wellness, PLLC (flourishwellnesspllc.com)

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How many of us fail to pursue our goals, dreams, and intentions due to fear of failure?

How many of us will wait until we can do it “right” before ever making a move?

You’re not alone, and it could be a sign that you’re caught in the trap of perfectionism.

This week we discuss the signs of perfectionism and how to set realistic expectations for ourselves.

Dr. Menije Boduyran -Turner explores the use of routine, and self-compassion, as tools against “the inner-critic”. We also learn about “the emotion wheel” and how it is a common tool used by therapists to expand our self-compassion.

Dr. Menije Boduryan-Turner is a licensed psychologist in private practice in Los Angeles, CA, specializing in the treatment of a variety of mental health issues, including but not limited to obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and related disorders, addiction, and codependency.

Dr. Menije is the founder of www.perfectionismuniversity.com—an online psycho-education platform for unlearning Perfectionism. She has been featured in many world-renowned and prestigious media outlets, including KTLA news, magazines Fatherly, PsychCentral, and Healthline where she talked about Atelophobia – the fear of imperfection.

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The Covid-19 Pandemic has required us all to be both resilient and empathetic. Paige Mathison has been in the middle of it all. As a psychiatric nurse, she not only tended to her clients’ mental health needs, but also those of her co-workers.

Having worked as a clinical counselor, guiding college and university students through anxiety during the pandemic, Paige brings us a perspective of building identity in the post-secondary experience. In this episode, she explains how she uses strengths-based, positive psychology with students as a guiding light towards healing.

Paige Mathison holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology.

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Terms like ‘anxiety’ and ‘trauma’ can feel like an identity - sometimes, it’s hard to imagine a life beyond the grips of these daily struggles. If you’ve felt like this, too, this episode is for you. Hailey Kanigan is on a mission to help us all live with purpose and stop defining ourselves by our anxiety.

This episode explores the mind-body connection by demystifying hot topics such as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) and how important meeting our physical needs is to our mental health. Barb and Hailey help us understand the “Window of Tolerance” concept with practical steps to reduce baseline anxiety and regulate our emotions.

Hailey Kanigan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology, a Masters of Arts in Counseling Psychology, and is an EMDR Therapist.

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Barb and Joelle Discuss PTS, PTSD, and Complex PTSD. They address differences between the three, and common misconceptions. Joelle gives us some examples of Post Traumatic Growth focused on a day to day perspective.

Joelle holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology specializing in Trauma.

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Trigger Warning: Sexual Assault, Suicide, Miscarriage
This episode contains sensitive subject matter that may be triggering to some listeners.
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Jaclyn Hawkins is the creator and owner of Women's Hockey Life.

Barb and Jaclyn discuss transitioning from a professional athlete to becoming a mother of twins,  navigating sports psychology,  and the pressures of the post secondary athlete. She tells her story of miscarriage, infertility, divorce, IVF, postpartum depression and how she fought against her challenges by building community and purpose.

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Barb Egan and Ed Weiss discuss what Narrative Therapy is, why it's important, and some best strategies to implement it at home. 
Ed Weiss is a Narrative Therapy  and Co-clinical supervisor at UBC.

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Disclaimer: Therapy Talks does NOT provide medical services or professional counseling, and it is NOT a substitute for professional medical care.