Yoga in the Therapy Room: Tips for integrating trauma informed yoga

This episode is sponsored by Alma. Alma is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care by giving providers the tools they need to build thriving in-network private practices. When providers join Alma, they gain access to insurance support, teletherapy software, client referrals, automated billing and scheduling tools, and a vibrant community of clinicians who come together for education, training, and events. Sign up today at https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=holisticcounseling What are some of the scientifically proven benefits of yoga? Why is it important to find the correct yoga instructor for you and your mental health needs? Can you practice yoga in session with your client? MEET Kristine Weber Kristine Weber, MA, C-IAYT, eRYT500 is a leading world authority on the neuroscientific benefits of slow, mindful yoga and an advocate for the use of these practices as an integral part of the solution to the healthcare crisis. She is leading the charge to get slow, mindful practices to people who desperately need them through her Subtle® Yoga Revolution series of online courses and training for yoga teachers – which have been praised by thousands all over the world. She has been training mental health professionals to use yoga in their clinical practices for over a decade at the Mountain Area Health Education Center which is associated with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Find out more at Subtle Yoga and connect with Kristine on, Instagram, and Facebook Do You Want To Flourish in 2024? Join Visioning a Bright New Year: A guided journey (it's just $7). IN THIS PODCAST: Benefits of yoga for anxiety and depression Yoga as a whole is not defined by one teacher Benefits of clinician self-care with yoga for clients Benefits Of Yoga For Anxiety & Depression The German researcher Holger Kramer has conducted numerous meta-analyses and reviews of the benefits of yoga through a scientific lens to prove its effectiveness to the Western world. [Holger Kramer conducted] systematic reviews on looking at yoga for depression, for anxiety, for mental health in general, for addiction recovery … one of the things he says in one study is the best yoga is the kind of yoga that you'll do. (Kristine Weber) It has been concluded that slow, mindful yoga is one of the best treatments for depression. The world is beginning to move towards an evidence-informed practice of proving the efficiency of new treatments, which is necessary, but the yoga world does need to push more for more research credibility. There are still many people who discredit the benefits of yoga, but that is simply because science needs to find the correct tools on how to prove yoga's benefits. Yoga As A Whole Is Not Defined By One Teacher Many people have been put off by yoga or discredit the entire practice of yoga when they encounter a misinformed or brash instructor. It takes many hours of teaching a certain kind of person to lead a yoga class with patience and calmness. One cannot bring aggression or tension into the yoga space. The yoga space is the place where those things are worked out of the body, and it is not possible to relieve tension with even more tension. First of all, there is tons of good yoga going on out there, even if the teacher hasn't been trained in trauma-informed practices they could still be really good. It's more about going to classes and finding who you feel like is safe … and then refer [them]. (Kristine Weber) For trauma-informed yoga practices, it is vital for yoga instructors that assist patients with anxiety and depression to be correctly trained. It is also important for doctors who refer patients to yoga instructors to know who they are sending patients to, and if this instructor will be good for guiding them on their treatment. Benefits Of Clinician Self-Care With Yoga For Clients There is certainly a parallel process going on … what we hear over and over again is clinicians saying to us "I can't believe how good I feel when I do some yoga with my client" because we recommend that. We don't recommend that you just sit there [and instruct]. (Kristine Weber) As the clinician it is sometimes better for the client, and for you, to practice yoga in-session with your client. This creates not only a deeper connection between you and the client, but it creates a shared space of accountability. You can encourage the client to let go and be an active part of their healing by being an active member alongside them. You can use two to five minutes – brief interventions – at the beginning of the session, maybe another five in the middle of the session when there has been some traumatic sharing, and then another few minutes to close the session. In the clinician and mental health profession, self-care – as a counselor and general care provider – is imperative. Can you make your self-care as daily and as important as brushing your teeth? Connect

This episode is sponsored by Alma. Alma is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care by giving providers the tools they need to build thriving in-network private practices. When providers join Alma, they gain access to insurance support, teletherapy software, client referrals, automated billing and scheduling tools, and a vibrant community of clinicians who come together for education, training, and events. Sign up today at https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=holisticcounseling How can you begin to unlock and understand the messages from your animal spirit guides? How can these insights enhance your holistic counseling practice and your personal journey to better self-awareness? MEET Brandi Reinhardt Brandi Reinhardt is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Joy Coach, and Reiki Master who has been working in these healing professions since 2015. She combines a variety of modalities to help her clients find hope, healing, and stability; reignite their passion for life; gain independence from the things that are holding them back; accomplish their goals; connect with their purpose; or improve their relationships; and truly live their joy and be a creator in their life! She has experience in treating a variety of issues, including ADHD, eating disorders, addiction, trauma, mood disorders, and life transitions. In her coaching approach, she serves as a midwife to the client's dream life. She uses tarot, Reiki, ETT, mediumship, and traditional therapeutic approaches to assist clients. Find out more at Brandi Reinhardt and connect with Brandi on, Instagram, and Facebook Pocket Guide to Spirit Animals: Understanding Messages from Your Animal Spirit Guides by Steven D. Farmer IN THIS PODCAST: What are Spirit Animals? 4:10 What are Angel Numbers? 16:05 What do our spirit guides want to communicate with us? 22:27 What Are Spirit Animals? What spiritual gifts can animals have to offer? Intuitive guidance through animals Examples of what some animals and insects may represent Being open to a "deeper message," from spiritual practices What Are Angel Numbers? A look and what numbers may symbolize The importance of noting that the interpretation of angel numbers is subjective and based on the individual How do angel numbers resonate with you and your life circumstances? Does 666 represent evil? What do colors and feathers represent? What Do Our Spirit Guides Want To Communicate With Us? A look at the many ways that our spirit guides can communicate with us Learning to speak to your spirit guides Tips for tuning into your divine guidance Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

How does the energy in our surroundings affect our well-being? How can we begin to recognize how we respond to our environment both physically and emotionally? MEET Neal Bakshi Neal Bakshi has dedicated his life to uncovering the true nature of consciousness. He guides founders, executives, and professionals across Gen X, Y, and Z to step into their infinite potential and achieve inner peace through complete energetic and perspective shifts. As a former Goldman Sachs investment banking vice president who has meditated since the age of five, Neal's teachings combine the analytical left brain with the intuitive right brain. Since leaving the world of finance, he has become a best-selling author, angel medium, certified spiritual life coach, reiki energy healer, breathwork and meditation instructor, global transformational retreat leader, yoga studio owner, and live event producer. Find out more at Neal Bakshi and connect with Neal on, Instagram, LinkedIn, Medium, and YouTube Banking on Angels: How an Investment Banker Found Spiritual Fulfillment and Inner Peace by Neal A. Bakshi IN THIS PODCAST: The importance of being present 6:00 What is energetic Space Clearing? 7:43 How to begin to clear your energetic space 14:57 What is spirituality? 24:03 The Importance Of Being Present What it means when you experience a Spiritual Download What is our "Well of Faith?" What Is Energetic Space Clearing? Energy, frequency, and vibration How does our space energetically resonate with our own frequency? What is the impact of therapists not clearing their space between sessions? How does stagnant energy affect therapists over time? How To Begin To Clear Your Energetic Space The importance of setting an intention when clearing your space How do you want to interact with your space? What is smudging? The importance of clearing energetic space for your clients What Is Spirituality? The importance of breath awareness What is Pranayama? Meditation and ADHD Why should you meditate? Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

How can you protect yourself and your clients when integrating yoga into your holistic counseling sessions? What are the ethical considerations and training needed to safely offer this modality in sessions? In this holistic short, I will discuss the importance of ongoing training when using yoga in your holistic practice and the risks of not completing the proper training when using yoga or other modalities in your practice. Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

This episode is sponsored by Alma. Alma is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care by giving providers the tools they need to build thriving in-network private practices. When providers join Alma, they gain access to insurance support, teletherapy software, client referrals, automated billing and scheduling tools, and a vibrant community of clinicians who come together for education, training, and events. Sign up today at https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=holisticcounseling How can you achieve emotional and psychological well-being by understanding and integrating the various parts of yourself? Can the Adult Chair help you connect to your Adult part and achieve overall well-being? MEET Jenny Jansen Jenny Jansen is a Licensed Independent Social Worker of Clinical Practice (LISW-CP) and Certified Adult Chair® Master Coach. Jenny received her Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of South Carolina and worked in community mental health, later obtaining her coaching and master coaching certification in The Adult Chair® model. Jenny has always had a passion for helping and relating to others in vulnerable and meaningful ways. Walking through her own journey of healing and self-discovery, she considers herself a student of life and the love child of all she has learned and encountered, understanding each experience as a gift for her soul's unique purpose. She truly believes we were never meant to do life alone, inspiring her to demonstrate unconditional acceptance and emotional safety for all she meets. She uses a unique blend of tools and techniques, both from her mental health and coaching backgrounds, to help individuals gain self-awareness and courage to release unhealthy patterns and guide them home to their soul's purpose. She empowers her clients to find their truth, connect with their inner knowing, and confidently step into a grounded and conscious life of radical authenticity and meaningful connection with themselves and others. Jenny is the owner of Conscious Living Therapy and Coaching practice and sees individuals, couples, and families virtually on the local and international levels. She currently lives in South Carolina with her dog, Abby. Find out more at Conscious Living and connect with Jenny on, Instagram & Facebook IN THIS PODCAST: What is the Adult Chair model? 1:51 How does our Nervous System Regulation work with the Adult Chair Model? 7:53 Integrating other therapy models with the Adult Chair Model 20:44 What Is The Adult Chair Model? How do our experiences shape who we are? How can you begin to ground yourself into the healthiest version of yourself? What are the 3 stages of the Adult Chair model? How Does Our Nervous System Regulation Work With The Adult Chair Model? Learning to be more aware of how our bodies react to stress The importance of being present in your pain and your joy Does self-awareness promote healing? The importance of setting an intention Integrating Other Therapy Models With The Adult Chair Model What is Wise Mind in DBT and how does it overlap with the Adult Chair Model? How to integrate other modalities with the Adult Chair Model How to treat trauma with this model What each chair represents and how to integrate other modalities into different chairs Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

This episode is sponsored by Alma. Alma is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care by giving providers the tools they need to build thriving in-network private practices. When providers join Alma, they gain access to insurance support, teletherapy software, client referrals, automated billing and scheduling tools, and a vibrant community of clinicians who come together for education, training, and events. Sign up today at https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=holisticcounseling Do you struggle with your inner critic? How does inner work lead to positive changes on an individual and collective level? MEET Andrew Lang Andrew Lang is an educator in the Pacific Northwest, an alumnus of Richard Rohr's Living School for Action and Contemplation, and author of Unmasking the Inner Critic: Lessons for Living an Unconstricted Life. Along with writing regularly, he facilitates workshops helping people to navigate their inner lives and explore their sense of identity and spirituality. You can find more of his writings and offerings at www.AndrewGLang.com. Find out more at Andrew Lang and connect with Andrew on Instagram Unmasking The Inner Critic by Andrew Lang IN THIS PODCAST: Reasons we struggle with our inner critic 3:25 What is "Unmasking?" 10:33 Inner work and communal healing 21:39 Reasons We Struggle With Our Inner Critic Recognizing how our inner critic shows up How does capitalism feed into our collective unconscious What are constrictions? An exercise for overcoming constriction What Is Unmasking?" Examples of a mask How to begin the unmasking process How does our energy affect others? IFS and unmasking Inner Work And Communal Healing How does inner work connect with communal healing? What is Shadow Work? The benefits of journaling when doing inner work Getting in touch with the body's wisdom Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

This episode is sponsored by Alma. Alma is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care by giving providers the tools they need to build thriving in-network private practices. When providers join Alma, they gain access to insurance support, teletherapy software, client referrals, automated billing and scheduling tools, and a vibrant community of clinicians who come together for education, training, and events. Sign up today at https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=holisticcounseling What are the key principles and steps to practice energy healing with integrity? How can you offer your healing gifts in a way that is both ethical and aligns with your values? MEET Midge Murphy As an energy healing practitioner and the first attorney to receive a Ph.D. in energy medicine, Midge Murphy has a deep understanding of both the law and alternative healing arts. Her unique perspective sent her on a quest for knowledge that ultimately led her to create a guide for her fellow professionals. However, she also realized that the knowledge in the book was only the first step. The second step is for practitioners to take the exam based on the book and earn a Certificate of Completion in ethics, legal issues, and risk management strategies for practitioners of energy healing methods. By earning this certificate, practitioners receive a professional credential that demonstrates that they have an understanding of and competency in ethics and legal issues in the practice of energy healing methods. Having a Certificate of Completion not only raises the standards of the industry but also provides an extra layer of protection for practitioners because of the legal vulnerabilities that are inherent in offering energy healing services to the public. It also offers clients assurances of the level of professionalism and ethical standards of the practitioner. It becomes a means to ensure the trust that attracts more clients. Midge also has an affiliate program for energy healing training organizations. It offers a revenue opportunity for organizations that incorporate her book and exam as part of the required ethics/legal training for its students and practitioners. Find out more at Midge Murphy and connect with Midge on Facebook and LinkedIn Practice Energy Healing in Integrity: The Joy of Offering Your Gifts Legally & Ethically by Midge Murphy IN THIS PODCAST: What does integrity in energy healing mean? 5:25 Why is it important for therapists to get more training in ethics and risk management? 17:35 What Does Integrity In Energy Healing Mean? The importance of finding the right client for you What are the legal risks for licensed practitioners wanting to integrate energy healing into their practice? How to mitigate your risks The importance of having a very clear and patient-informed consent process Why Is It Important For Therapists To Get More Training In Ethics And Risk Management? The importance of finding the right training and certification for your field Ethics in marketing your services Can you use testimonials on your website and advertising? Resources for energy-based modalities in Psychotherapy Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

This episode is sponsored by Alma. Alma is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care by giving providers the tools they need to build thriving in-network private practices. When providers join Alma, they gain access to insurance support, teletherapy software, client referrals, automated billing and scheduling tools, and a vibrant community of clinicians who come together for education, training, and events. Sign up today at https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=holisticcounseling What is Equine Therapy? How can animals play a role in promoting emotional, psychological, and social well-being? MEET Amanda Graham Amanda Graham is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and her life journey has not been straight or traditional. Amanda founded Unbridled Way Forward in January 2020, leaving an 8-year position as an executive at Alliance Health, and returning to her mission of providing mental health and well-being services incorporating horses. She has been incorporating horses into her work for more than 20 years, first in Colorado where she was director of a nonprofit mental health center, and more recently here in Rougemont, North Carolina. She is also a meditation teacher and offers a variety of online and in-person options for organizations and individuals. Find out more at Unbridled Way Forward and connect with Amanda on Instagram, Facebook Wayfinding through Grief in the Company of Horses Sun, Sep 24 | Unbridled Way Farm Herd Meditation At The Farm Sun, Nov. 05 | Unbridled Farm Way IN THIS PODCAST: What is equine therapy? 4:14 How to integrate horses into meditation 12:53 What are the benefits of equine therapy? 26:29 What Is Equine Therapy? What are the different equine therapies available? The importance of understanding your client's needs when integrating horses into therapy A look at different ways to use horses in therapy Why are horses a unique animal for therapy? How To Integrate Horses Into Meditation What is "Herd Meditation?" The benefits of eco-wellness Treating clients who have anxiety with horses The importance of letting your clients know what to expect What Are The Benefits Of Equine Therapy? How to use client interaction with horses to dig deeper Finding creativity when working with horses Having a trauma-informed approach for clients as well as the animals Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

This episode is sponsored by Alma. Alma is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care by giving providers the tools they need to build thriving in-network private practices. When providers join Alma, they gain access to insurance support, teletherapy software, client referrals, automated billing and scheduling tools, and a vibrant community of clinicians who come together for education, training, and events. Sign up today at https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=holisticcounseling What is Psychotherapeutic Reiki and how can it complement holistic counseling? How can combining these therapies promote emotional and mental well-being? MEET Jodi Silverman Jodi is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Reiki Master/Teacher. Her psychotherapy practice, TheraChi Healing, is a holistic integrative healing practice with the goal of holding a safe space for people's healing, learning, and growth. As a fellow human and a consciousness guide, she is passionate about supporting people in their journey to find meaning, purpose, and connection in life through learning to trust their own intuition. She does this through a variety of psycho-spiritual and transpersonal approaches including psychotherapy, energy healing, and embodied mindfulness. She considers herself to be an integrative practitioner. Jodi also recently launched a new arm of her business, Journey with Kindred Souls, through which she offers courses, coaching, and community for the Spiritually Curious. Jodi's podcast, The Spiritually Curious Therapist is a platform through which Jodi explores the intersection of spirituality and mental health, particularly how healing practitioners integrate the two. Find out more at TheraChi Healing and connect with Jodi on Facebook Journey With Kindred Souls and Journey With Kindred Souls Facebook Join her Facebook Group and listen to The Spiritually Curious Therapist IN THIS PODCAST: What is Reiki? 8:40 How does reiki work when dealing with trauma? 14:17 What Is Reiki? What is the difference between traditional reiki and psychotherapeutic reiki? What does a reiki session look like? How can reiki be done from a distance? What does a psychotherapeutic reiki session look like? How Does Reiki Work When Dealing With Trauma? 4 tasks of psychotherapy What is corrective memory? What are the ethical concerns when using reiki and touch with clients? The importance of using trauma-informed language The benefits of psychotherapeutic reiki How to find a Reiki provider Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

How can you stay present, reduce stress, and improve your overall well-being throughout the day? How can you begin incorporating mindfulness as well as other self-care strategies into your daily routine? In this holistic short, I will discuss some quick ways that you can incorporate mindfulness into your day and the importance of starting your day with intention. We'll take a deeper look at the following questions: Am I aware? What is the attitude of my mind? How can I tune into my senses? Can I change my autonomic state? Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

This episode is sponsored by Alma. Alma is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care by giving providers the tools they need to build thriving in-network private practices. When providers join Alma, they gain access to insurance support, teletherapy software, client referrals, automated billing and scheduling tools, and a vibrant community of clinicians who come together for education, training, and events. Sign up today at https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=holisticcounseling What is Polyvagal Theory? How can learning to regulate the autonomic nervous system promote health and well-being? MEET Gabrielle Juliano-Villani Gabrielle Juliano-Villani is a licensed clinical social worker, consultant, coach, entrepreneur, and educator based in Sarasota, FL. She has been in the mental health field for over a decade specializing in stress, chronic health conditions, and trauma. After realizing her own burnout in 2021, she sold her thriving group practice and made it her mission to educate others on the impact stress has on our everyday lives. Gabrielle pulls from her experience as an EMDR and Polyvagal Informed therapist to utilize mind/body approaches to help others implement everyday strategies to manage stress and live their best lives. Gabrielle is an international speaker, and retreat leader, and has been featured in Authority Magazine, The Daily Om, Bustle, and the Everyday Woman TV Network. When she's not working, Gabrielle is teaching Zumba, surfing, or reading a psychological thriller at the beach Find out more at GJV and connect with Gabrielle on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Etsy & YouTube Medicare Consulting For Therapists IN THIS PODCAST: What is polyvagal theory? 3:25 How to work with clients who struggle with co-regulation 6:35 How does polyvagal help clients in therapy? 14:09 Self-care when dealing with fight or flight response 21:14 What Is Polyvagal Theory? Who developed polyvagal theory? What are the three states of our autonomic nervous system? What is Neuroception? How do your neuroception and trauma interact with each other? What is Co-Regulation? How To Work With Clients Who Struggle With Co-Regulation The importance of educating your clients about their nervous system Strategies for finding external support for your clients How does this approach help clients who have experienced trauma What is the Polyvagal Ladder? Safety cues vs. danger cues How Does Polyvagal Theory Help Clients In Therapy? Helping clients understand their triggers Teaching clients to listen to the information that their bodies are sending them Stress vs. burnout and where you are on the Polyvagal Ladder What are the physical symptoms of fight or flight Self-Care When Dealing With Fight Or Flight Response How to stimulate your Vagus nerve How to create a calming environment The importance of self-care as a therapist How to get out of a "shut down" response What are "Glimmers?'' Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

This episode is sponsored by Alma. Alma is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care by giving providers the tools they need to build thriving in-network private practices. When providers join Alma, they gain access to insurance support, teletherapy software, client referrals, automated billing and scheduling tools, and a vibrant community of clinicians who come together for education, training, and events. Sign up today at https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=holisticcounseling How can you begin to overcome money anxiety in your private practice? How can you begin to acquire the skills to run a successful and sustainable practice? MEET Linzy Bonham Linzy Bonham is a private practice therapist turned money coach who helps private practice owners and health professionals feel calm and in control of their finances through her coaching at Money Nuts & Bolts and her podcast Money Skills for Therapists. It all started when she saw her extremely skilled colleagues struggle with the money side of business. Some had even left private practice or were avoiding starting one because the financial side was too stressful. So Linzy decided to help therapists and health professionals develop peace of mind about their money. Since so many were never taught these skills, she focuses on the "how" of making the business side of private practice doable, and even super satisfying. Find out more at Money Skills For Therapists and connect with Linzy on Instagram Money Skills For Therapists The Podcast IN THIS PODCAST: Why are finances so difficult for some people? 4:50 What are the common mistakes that therapists make when dealing with their finances? 9:18 What are some common misconceptions that therapists have about money and finances? 12:41 Strategies to become more confident with money 18:21 Why Are Finances So Difficult For Some People? Do you have to be good at math to be good at finances? How does your personality affect the way you deal with money? Why do we avoid dealing with our finances? Understanding what your "connection" is with money What Are The Common Mistakes That Therapists Make When Dealing With Their Finances? How to find the right money management strategy for you The importance of understanding how taxes work for your individual practice Changing your mindset on owing taxes What Are Some Common Misconceptions That Therapists Have About Money And Finances? Why do we feel guilty about earning money? How do your values and money go together? The importance of identifying what your values are What is the difference between money and finances? Strategies To Become More Confident With Money Identifying what your beliefs are about money and finances Finding a system that suits your brain Dealing with clients when it comes to payments and policies Where to start when managing money and finances as a therapist Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

This episode is sponsored by Alma. Alma is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care by giving providers the tools they need to build thriving in-network private practices. When providers join Alma, they gain access to insurance support, teletherapy software, client referrals, automated billing and scheduling tools, and a vibrant community of clinicians who come together for education, training, and events. Sign up today at https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=holisticcounseling What is Tensegrity Medicine and how can it complement traditional therapy practices? How can this holistic approach connect the body's structures and systems? MEET Kelly Clancy Kelly has been practicing in the field of rehabilitative medicine for over 36 years. Her focus is not only on the physical issues that may present in disease and dysfunction but also on the relationship of stress, cognitive belief patterns, and emotions and their relationship with the physical body. She utilizes the principles of tensegrity as a foundation for the evaluation of global structural patterns, along with the implementation of targeted light touch manual therapies, movement integration, and dialoguing, as a means to understand adaptation and to create balance within the whole person. Kelly is an Occupational therapist, structural integrator, massage therapist, holistic health counselor, and an IFS practitioner. She teaches nationally and internationally on the therapeutic method she developed called Tensegrity Medicine. She is on clinical faculty at the University of Washington's rehabilitation department, where she lectures on the topics of fascia, biotensegrity, innovative light touch manual therapies, and body-mind medicine. Find out more at Tensegrity Medicine and connect with Kelly on Facebook IN THIS PODCAST: What is Tensegrity? 3:14 What is the relationship between trauma and chronic pain? 5:23 How do Internal Family Systems and tensegrity medicine work together? 8:23 What are the benefits of tensegrity medicine? 28:18 What Is Tensegrity? How to begin to discuss tensegrity medicine with clients What is the goal of tensegrity medicine? Helping clients notice where there are restrictions within their body Looking for protective patterns in our clients What Is The Relationship Between Trauma and Chronic Pain? The importance of finding the root cause of health issues How to provide safety and choices for your clients What are important self-care skills to teach your clients How Do Internal Family Systems & Tensegrity Medicine Work Together? Finding a balance between all of our systems What are our core belief systems? Teaching clients to have a dialogue with their bodies Integrating art and creativity into sessions How does tensegrity medicine integrate with mental health therapy? What Are The Benefits Of Tensegrity Medicine? How to give your clients a sense of self-agency Teaching your clients that healing comes from within How is tensegrity medicine different from traditional medicine? Mind and body interconnectedness Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

What are the benefits of integrating different holistic modalities into sessions? How can a more comprehensive care approach be beneficial for both clients and healthcare professionals? IN THIS PODCAST: In today's episode, I will discuss how utilizing more holistic modalities can benefit you and your clients in session. Traditional therapy vs. holistic therapy The importance of meeting your clients where they are What is the Polyvagal Ladder? What is a bottom-up approach in therapy? What are we missing as clinicians when we don't further our holistic education? How does spirituality come into therapy? What are the many benefits of integrating holistic practices in therapy? The importance of looking at clients as a whole person The importance of teaching clients to use these modalities outside of sessions What are some common holistic modalities? Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

This episode is sponsored by Alma. Alma is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care by giving providers the tools they need to build thriving in-network private practices. When providers join Alma, they gain access to insurance support, teletherapy software, client referrals, automated billing and scheduling tools, and a vibrant community of clinicians who come together for education, training, and events. Sign up today at https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=holisticcounseling What is Somatic therapy? How can we begin to recognize that the body and mind are interconnected and by working with the body, we can achieve emotional healing? MEET Maira Holzmann Maira Holzmann, LCSW, is a body-based, somatically trained trauma therapist specializing in helping adults heal from childhood trauma. Committed to the vision of ending the consequences of trauma from being passed on to future generations, she understands the importance of including the body as an ally in the healing process. Maira is passionate about a therapeutic touch modality called Coregulating Touch that deeply supports healing the nervous system and healing relational trauma. Maira runs a group psychotherapy practice called Somatic Therapy Partners (STP) whose focus is on healing the nervous system, nurturing resilience, and increasing a client's healthy connection with their body. Find out more at Somatic Therapy Partners and connect with Maira on Instagram & Facebook IN THIS PODCAST: What does it mean to be embodied? 3:38 What role does physical touch play in mental & physical wellness? 8:47 What are the benefits of co-regulating touch? 13:30 What are the ethical considerations when using touch in therapy? 18:26 What Does It Mean To Be Embodied? The importance of listening to the information that your body is trying to give you How to help clients come more into their body What is Joyspotting? Learning how to feel our positive lived experiences What Role Does Physical Touch Play In Mental & Physical Wellness? The importance of understanding the early impacts of trauma Creating safety when using touch with clients What is co-regulating touch? How to help clients understand how their nervous system functions What Are The Benefits Of Co-Regulating Touch? The importance of self-compassion What is attunement? Helping your clients to identify what is "safe enough," for them What Are The Ethical Considerations When Using Touch In Therapy? What are consent-based exercises? The importance of asking your clients for consent every time Recognizing what your client's body language is saying during session What are some of the misconceptions about somatic therapy? What is somatic tracking? Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

This episode is sponsored by Alma. Alma is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care by giving providers the tools they need to build thriving in-network private practices. When providers join Alma, they gain access to insurance support, teletherapy software, client referrals, automated billing and scheduling tools, and a vibrant community of clinicians who come together for education, training, and events. Sign up today at https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=holisticcounseling How can you begin to integrate astrology and other pagan practices into modern counseling? How can these unconventional tools facilitate healing and growth for your clients? MEET Vanessa Holliman Vanessa is a Rape Survivor Empowerment Coach, Holistic Nutritionist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and trauma survivor who helps her clients by creating a roadmap of success for life after sexual trauma. Each of her individualized packages of guidance and mapping encompasses actionable steps, embodiment practices, nutrition guidance, and flexible, crafted practices that any individual can take on their own journey toward wellness. As she was going through her own healing journey, there wasn't a Spiritual, Bad Bitch, Therapist to guide her, so she created her. Find out more at Being Wholistic and connect with Vanessa on Instagram IN THIS PODCAST: Integrating astrology into therapy 4:39 How do you begin using alternative modalities in practice? 11:16 Integrating Pagan practices in therapy? 29:45 Integrating Astrology Into Therapy The importance of finding out why people are coming to therapy in the first place How to utilize astrology as a blueprint for your life What does it mean to live out of alignment with our values? What does your Venus placement mean? How Do You Begin Using Alternative Modalities In Practice? The importance of making sure you are a good fit with your clients Best practices for introducing your clients to new modalities Techniques for building rapport with your clients What is Buti Yoga? Integrating Pagan Practices In Therapy Understanding how our emotional well-being works with the phases of the moon What is a poverty mindset? What is an abundance mindset? The importance of being intentional with your words when working with clients What are the ethical concerns when using different modalities? Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

This episode is sponsored by Alma. Alma is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care by giving providers the tools they need to build thriving in-network private practices. When providers join Alma, they gain access to insurance support, teletherapy software, client referrals, automated billing and scheduling tools, and a vibrant community of clinicians who come together for education, training, and events. Sign up today at https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=holisticcounseling What are the Akashic Records? Can accessing this repository of universal knowledge and insight help your clients heal? MEET Heather Ivany Heather Ivany is a renowned spiritual mentor and Akashic guide with over twenty years of experience leading innovative courses, private training, immersive retreats, and more. Harnessing a radiant warmth and decades-long immersion in spirituality, Heather facilitates life-altering transformation and growth for those who seek guidance or feel resistance aligning with their purpose. Heather's intuitive and enveloping approach awakens those who work with her to release what is limiting them and expand into the higher version of themselves. Heather's teachings have left an imprint on thousands of students, granting them the practical skills to unconditionally embrace the fullness of the human experience. With the gentle wisdom and compassion of one who understands the nuances of spiritual practice, she opens students to the joy of exploring the deep and mysterious inner landscape of the heart, mind, and body. Her acclaimed Akashic readings and training have opened the records to an entire generation of new students who are expanding the tradition of awakening consciousness. When she is not teaching, Heather can be found in nature, in the loving company of her husband and kids, or absorbing the wisdom teachings from her teachers. If you'd like to experience Heather's soothing presence in your life, learn how to build a magnetic, soul-led business of your own, or invite Heather on your podcast, reach out and book with us. Find out more at Heather Ivany and connect with Heather on Instagram IN THIS PODCAST: What are Akashic Records? 3:18 How can mental health therapists utilize Akashic Records? 11:00 How do you access the Akashic Records? 21:49 What are the ethical considerations with this practice? 28:23 What Are Akashic Records? What can you pull from Akashic Records? Akashic vs. Akasha What and who has Akashic Records? What is the origin of the Akashic Records? How Can Mental Health Therapists Utilize Akashic Records? Understanding vibrational frequencies when using different modalities Accessing the origin of a client's trauma when accessing the Akashic Records How to know if accessing your client's Akashic Records is benefiting them Clairvoyant vs. claircognizance How Do You Access The Akashic Records? The importance of trusting your downloads Working with client's clairabilities Assisting your clients in receiving messages from within their field Working with your client's strengths when accessing their Akashic Records What Are The Ethical Considerations With This Practice? Can you access other people's Akashic Records? The importance of permission when accessing others' records What is an energetic check-in? How to utilize the Akashic Records within relationships What is Incarnated Purpose? Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

What is the Adult Chair model and how can this therapeutic framework help individuals achieve emotional and psychological well-being? How can you begin your personal growth by integrating different aspects of yourself? MEET Jenny Jansen Jenny Jansen is a Licensed Independent Social Worker of Clinical Practice (LISW-CP) and Certified Adult Chair® Master Coach. Jenny received her Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of South Carolina and worked in community mental health, later obtaining her coaching and master coaching certification in The Adult Chair® model. Jenny has always had a passion for helping and relating to others in vulnerable and meaningful ways. Walking through her own journey of healing and self-discovery, she considers herself a student of life and the love child of all she has learned and encountered, understanding each experience as a gift for her soul's unique purpose. She truly believes we were never meant to do life alone, inspiring her to demonstrate unconditional acceptance and emotional safety for all she meets. She uses a unique blend of tools and techniques, both from her mental health and coaching backgrounds, to help individuals gain self-awareness and courage to release unhealthy patterns and guide them home to their soul's purpose. She empowers her clients to find their truth, connect with their inner knowing, and confidently step into a grounded and conscious life of radical authenticity and meaningful connection with themselves and others. Jenny is the owner of Conscious Living Therapy and Coaching practice and sees individuals, couples, and families virtually on the local and international levels. She currently lives in South Carolina with her dog, Abby. Find out more at Conscious Living and connect with Jenny on, Instagram & Facebook IN THIS PODCAST: What is the Adult Chair model? 3:45 Why is it so important to work with your inner child? 8:32 How do you build a relationship with your inner child? 13:30 What is keeping you from living the healthiest version of yourself? 21:24 What Is The Adult Chair Model? What does it mean to live as your healthiest adult? What are the 3 chair models within one's lifespan? What happens if someone is stuck in their adolescent chair? What does it mean to be living unconsciously? Why Is It So Important To Work With Your Inner Child? Learning to let your emotions flow through you Creating a relationship with our inner child Navigation tools for dealing with your emotions Understanding which chair you are currently living in What Is Keeping You From Living The Healthiest Version Of Yourself? Understanding your triggers and what your needs are in every situation How to allow for open dialogue with all parts What does it mean to reject a part of yourself? What if you struggle to connect with your inner child or inner adolescent Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

What is the deconstruction and reconstruction of faith? How can you begin to reevaluate your beliefs in order to transform your faith and heal from trauma? MEET Dawn Gabriel Dawn Gabriel is the founder and CEO of Authentic Connections Counseling Center, a group practice consultant, and host of Faith Fringes podcast. She is passionate about helping people achieve freedom from what is keeping them stuck and invites others to take a non-judgemental look deeper into their spirituality and faith. Dawn has 20 years of diverse experience in the clinical mental health world and currently works with group practice owners offering consultation, spiritual direction, and soul care retreats. She believes that therapists need their own sacred place to slow down and let go of all that they hold in order to continue the transformative work with others. Dawn is a chai and wine connoisseur, a hiking trail enthusiast, a wife, and a mom of two boys who all love living and adventuring in Colorado. Find out more at Faith Fringes and connect with Dawn on, Instagram, Facebook, and the Faith Fringes Podcast IN THIS PODCAST: What is a deconstruction of faith? 5:02 What is a reconstruction of faith? 12:32 Can having faith help you overcome trauma? 18:04 What Is A Deconstruction Of Faith? The importance of finding what faith means to you Giving space to clients when dealing with trauma Allowing yourself to ask the questions that are meaningful to you What is Prosperity Gospel? What Is A Reconstruction Of Faith? The importance of finding a supportive community Allowing yourself time and flexibility when reconstructing your faith How to validate faith and spirituality in your practice to help your clients How to help your clients recognize where their trauma comes from Can Having Faith Help You Overcome Trauma? Understanding where your clients are starting from in their faith and spiritual journey The importance of finding balance when deconstructing your faith The importance of letting go of your core beliefs What is a Spiritual Director? Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

How can you be more open about embracing certain holistic practices? Can fear hold you back from fully sharing your holistic knowledge with others? In this holistic short, I will discuss the common fears that therapists have when sharing holistic practices and ways to overcome them and fully embrace your holistic journey. Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

How can you be a more effective practitioner by prioritizing self-care? What are some self-care strategies that are specific for mental health therapists that you can begin utilizing today? IN THIS PODCAST: Why do you need to prioritize self-care as a therapist? 2:00 Why Do You Need To Prioritize Self-Care As A Therapist? The impact of vicarious trauma on Therapists and what is compassion fatigue The importance of finding personalized self-care Incorporating breathwork into your daily routine The importance of self-awareness and understanding what our bodies need How to incorporate journaling into your daily practice What is Silent Meditation How to set boundaries Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

How does climate change impact our mental health? As a counselor, what role do you play in addressing eco-wellness issues with your clients in session? MEET Lauren Hawkins Lauren Hawkins is a Licensed Professional Counselor in both Texas and Colorado. She works primarily with individuals who have experienced trauma and the LGBTQ+ community. Lauren received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Kentucky, and her master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Cincinnati. In 2022, Lauren published a manuscript in the Journal of Counselor Leadership and Advocacy titled "Climate Change and mental health: the counseling professional's Role." This article provides an overview of the impacts of climate change on mental health and proposes the argument that professional counselors should be on the frontlines of climate advocacy and leadership. Lauren presented on this topic at the 2023 NBCC Bridging the Gap Symposium in Atlanta, Georgia. She's also spoken on other podcasts about eco-wellness, climate justice, and social justice, and why this is a necessary part of holistic wellness for counselors to pay attention to. Find out more at JCLA and Psychology Today and connect with Lauren on, LinkedIn IN THIS PODCAST: What is eco-wellness? 4:42 Where to find resources on climate change 11:47 How to begin addressing clients with eco-anxiety 13:20 How to bring nature into therapy 17:50 What Is Eco-Wellness? What is eco-anxiety and how does it impact our mental health? The importance of connecting with nature What is the role of counselors in climate change? Who is most impacted by climate change? Where To Find Resources On Climate Change Finding reputable resources on climate change and eco-wellness Finding resources within the counseling profession How To Begin Addressing Clients With Eco Anxiety The importance of building a solid relationship with your clients How to create a thorough holistic assessment for your clients What are the Wheels of Wellness? How to recognize mental health issues stemming from eco-anxiety How To Bring Nature Into Therapy Using your 5 senses when creating ways of integrating nature into session The importance of finding out how your clients prefer to connect with nature How to bring nature indoors How to empower our clients when dealing with climate change Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

How can you begin to acknowledge and share your spiritual beliefs and practices while fully embracing your intuitive abilities to help others in their healing journey? How can embracing your intuitive gifts as a healing practitioner transform and empower you and your clients? MEET Venessa Rodriguez Venessa Rodriguez, CNS is a mama, intuitive nourishment guide, Akashic Soul Record channeler, herbalist, and clinical nutritionist. Through her holistic healing & wellness education collective, Wildly Rooted, and her podcast Feed Your Wild, Venessa's mission is to get to the root of our collective dis-ease & re-member the soul back into medicine through radical nourishment of body, mind, & spirit. Venessa has worked in private practice since 2011 combining the science + spirituality of food & herbs. She is the founder of the Wildly Intuitive Practitioner Pathway, where she helps wild-hearted practitioners, healing artists, and change-makers step into their soul-driven mission, medicine & calling through intuitive-based healing work using their unique gifts. Find out more at Wildly Rooted and connect with Venessa on, Instagram, Facebook & Feed Your Wild Podcast Dare to Shine, Healer!: Breakthrough Imposter Syndrome & Amplify Your Intuitive Gifts A Powerful Workshop for Practitioner & Healer's For Overcoming One of the Biggest Blocks Holding You Back From Your Soul Path & Medicine If you've been struggling with imposter syndrome (i.e. you don't believe you are qualified enough, intuitive enough, [insert descriptive noun here] enough...), fear of being seen, and/or procrastinating on utilizing your intuitive gifts in your healing work, this workshop is for you! Together, we go through a unique + intuitive process to: Identify the core roots behind your imposter syndrome, Unearth how it's showing up in your life, and Clarify specific action steps to not only breakthrough imposter syndrome, but begin to reclaim ALL parts of your Self, especially your intuitive gifts Link: https://www.wildlyrooted.com/impostersyndrome Coupon code: HCP IN THIS PODCAST: What is intuition? 10:49 What is stopping us from connecting with our intuition? 16:38 How to begin to trust your intuition 34:50 What Is Intuition? Understanding that there are many perspectives on what intuition is Why do we disconnect from our intuition? How to bring your intuition back online The importance of connecting with your body What Is Stopping Us From Connecting With Our Intuition? What is "Imposter Syndrome?" What are our limiting beliefs when it comes to intuition? What is the "Witch Wound?" Overcoming the fear of judgment when coming out of the spiritual closet How do you identify yourself as a therapist? How To Begin To Trust Your Intuition The importance of being open and curious What does it mean to look for evidence when tapping into your intuition? Integrating prayer into your daily life Finding support with other intuitive healers Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

What is Transformative Insight Imagery? How can you begin to bridge aspects of your conscious and unconscious mind and tap into powerful resources to guide you to greater wisdom, healing, and strength? MEET Kelli Underwood Kelli Underwood, LCSW, is a speaker, consultant, and psychotherapist. Ms. Underwood received a Master's degree in Social Work from Indiana University in 1996. She was the Director of Child and Family Programs and a psychotherapist at the Center for Contextual Change (C.C.C.) in Chicago, a nationally renowned trauma treatment center, for fifteen years. Kelli was an adjunct faculty member at the University of Chicago's Master in Social Work Program for seven years. In 2013, Kelli moved to North Carolina and launched her own business, To Be Aligned, providing speaking, consulting, and psychotherapy. Kelli treats children, adolescents, adults, and families impacted by all types of traumatic experiences. She trains clinicians and provides healing retreats in Transformative Insight Imagery, a holistic, powerful healing approach. Kelli is a behavioral and mental health consultant for school districts across North Carolina, training and consulting on restorative justice circles, trauma, and mental health. Kelli conducts numerous dynamic trainings on a range of topics to varied audiences on trauma, concerning behaviors, mental health, compassion fatigue, and organizational change. Find out more at Kelli Underwood and connect with Kelli on, Instagram, Facebook IN THIS PODCAST: What is Transformative Insight Imagery? 4:33 Who is Transformative Insight Imagery For? 10:11 Utilizing TII for chronic pain 24:09 What Is Transformative Insight Imagery? What Transformative Insight Imagery is "not"? Expanding all five senses How to work with people who have no visual memory in TII The importance of empowering the "Imager" in session What are "resources" in Transformative Insight Imagery? What are the benefits of Transformative Insight Imagery? Who Is Transformative Insight Imagery For? What age groups is this for? Who should you not use TII with? How to teach clients when and how to access their center? A Transformative Insight Imagery Walkthrough! Finding a mentor and resources Integrating TII into your client sessions Utilizing TII For Chronic Pain Understanding and being aware of where your pain is coming from Managing chronic pain through gifts and resources Body and nervous system connection The importance of integrative healing Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

How can you reconnect with your body using nature as your inspiration? How can you tap into your inner wisdom through meditation? In this holistic short, I will take you through a guided meditation where you can reconnect your mind, body, and soul through meditation. Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

Are you interested in helping your clients find healing with plant medicine? How can you begin to educate yourself on the benefits and risks of plant medicine unique to your clients? MEET Heidi Dalzell Heidi J. Dalzell, PsyD, is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, specializing in trauma and eating disorders. Dr. Dalzell has a busy private practice specializing in eating disorders, trauma, and working with the LGBTQ community. Dr. Dalzell has kept at the forefront of knowledge in the field of psychedelic medicine, training in psychedelic-assisted therapies. She has led and participated in activities to help clients reach non-ordinary states of consciousness (breathwork, drumming, meditation). Dr. Dalzell has also trained with leaders in the field, including Peter Addy, Michael Mitohoefer, Julie Holland, and Gabor Mate. She is a psychedelic sitter/guide through A Guiding Presence and has completed training in Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy. Dr. Dalzell is currently enrolled in IPI's year-long psychedelic certificate program. Find out more about Heidi at Talk To Grow IN THIS PODCAST: What are some of the common misconceptions about using plant medicine in therapy? 4:37 What are the risks of using plant medicine? 11:46 What are mystical experiences? 20:30 What Are Some Of The Common Misconceptions about Using Plant Medicine In Therapy? Understanding the difference between plant medicine and drugs? How does plant medicine affect healing? Using plant medicine in conjunction with traditional therapy The importance of having a thorough assessment of your clients before beginning the use of plant medicine What Are The Risks Of Using Plant Medicine? Understanding the risk factors and how they differ from one person to another How do you prepare your clients for a session? What is Ayahuasca? How to connect with a plant's spirit? What Are Mystical Experiences? What is the divine connection? The importance of setting an intention Creating the right setting for a medicinal journey How to reintegrate clients Can you recommend plant medicine to your clients? Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

What is Art Therapy and how can individuals explore and communicate their feelings through this therapeutic practice? Can utilizing these creative processes improve mental, emotional, and physical well-being? MEET Karen Hanlon Karen is a Certified Art Therapy Practitioner who empowers both children and adults with her Soul Care™ program. Her work has been beneficial for those with developmental delays or autism, and she's worked with counseling and recovery organizations across the country. Karen has also been actively involved in several community charities, including UPARC, The Salvation Army's Sallie House, and Grandma's House of Hope. As an abstract artist and educator, Karen recognizes the critical role creative arts play in personal growth and self-awareness. She resides in Belleair Beach, Florida with her two children. Find out more at Soul Care and connect with Karen on, TikTok, Instagram & Facebook IN THIS PODCAST: Who can benefit from Art Therapy? 3:34 How to open clients up to using art as a form of therapy 10:15 Guided art therapy 17:31 Who Can Benefit From Art Therapy? Understanding that art therapy can come in many different forms Art therapy and journaling What is the process of practicing art therapy Encouraging self-exploration and self-awareness through art How To Open Clients Up To Using Art As A Form Of Therapy Promoting a sense of accomplishment in clients when utilizing art therapy How to use journaling prompts The importance of reconnecting adults to creative expression A tool for letting go of judgment and fear Guided Art Therapy Utilizing essential oils in art therapy How to use journaling to begin art therapy Providing a positive space Positive affirmations and meditation when using art therapy What is Soul Care™? Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

How can you level up your holistic counseling sessions? What steps can you take to go beyond typical therapy approaches and optimize your client sessions? IN THIS PODCAST: What does it mean to optimize your therapy sessions? 1:28 What Does It Mean To Optimize Your Therapy Sessions? How to create the best environment for your client sessions The importance of having a thorough client assessment process How to create a clear holistic treatment plan Integrating goals into your client's treatment plans The importance of supporting without judgment Continuing professional development as a practitioner Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

What is quantum healing? Can working with the principles of quantum physics help practitioners address imbalances and promote healing for their clients? MEET Bobby Apeiron Bobby is a love-realized quantum physician. He studied nutrition and physiology at the University of Arizona and received his MD after completing allopathic medical training at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine. Six months into his residency training at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, Bobby experienced a spiritual awakening that radically shifted his understanding of creation and his place in it. He navigated the Western medicine system seeking answers to his own suffering but found only dead ends and partial solutions. This lead him to embark on a journey of the soul, to acquire deeper truths about the nature of his reality and the human condition. After an extensive period of introspection, reflection, research, and meditation, Bobby emerged to share his discoveries and revelations with the human family as a whole. He decided to shift out of the Western medicine paradigm to co-found Apeiron Eros Wellness Academy (AEWA) with his soul partner, where they offer a variety of adult and child services, modalities, and experiences including, but not limited to inspirational speaking, energy healing, quantum coaching, transformational wellness retreats, certification courses, conscious parenting, medication detoxification and removal and much more! Bobby is also a fellow podcaster and host of the Doctor Decode show where he debugs patterns of limiting belief within the collective unconscious mind programmed by societal, familial, and religious constructs. In doing so, he seeks to eradicate the viral mentality of fear, separation, and captivity to empower freedom and self-mastery of the body, mind, heart, and soul. Each of these expressions is a way that he manifests his ultimate mission and purpose, which is to accelerate the evolution of consciousness to bring heaven to earth. Find out more at Bobby Apeiron and connect with Bobby on, Instagram & Facebook IN THIS PODCAST: What does the term "quantum physician" mean? 5:15 Taking a look at different perspectives when it comes to healing 12:46 18:00 What Does The Term "Quantum Physician" Mean? Understanding what the word "quantum" is Merging the masculine and feminine energies How to make spirituality approachable for everyone Quantum healing and traditional medicine Taking A Look At Different Perspectives When It Comes To Healing How to learn from our pain in order to heal Learning not to resist our fears What happens when we create a diagnosis for our clients The importance of bringing your clients into a parasympathetic state Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

How can you get to the root cause of your symptoms and restore the balance between mind and body? How can you activate your natural healing ability through holistic approaches? MEET Zac Cormier Zac is a holistic healthcare professional with a unique perspective on health and medicine Find out more at Lucky Cat Acupuncture and connect with Zac on, Instagram & Facebook Use promo code HOLISTIC for 10% off at Meridiogram IN THIS PODCAST: What is the Meridiogram App? 11:00 How does acupuncture work? 19:15 What Is The Meridiogram App? Why is it essential to identify the root cause of your symptoms? What are the 5 systems of the Meridiogram app? The importance of understanding what your individual needs are Creating a plan with your personal results from the Merdiogram app How Does Acupuncture Work? Understanding how our muscle tissue and cells function What are facial connections? What are the effects of acupuncture? How do water and light factor into your overall well-being? What does a typical acupuncture session look like? Acupuncture for mental health Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

How can you navigate the many holistic healing modalities and find the right therapist for you? What must you know when seeking a holistic therapist that resonates with you and your unique needs? In this holistic short, I will discuss how you can find a holistic therapist. I will go over resources that you can use to begin your research in finding a holistic practitioner and what you should look for in a holistic therapist to best fit your needs. Zencare Mental Health Match Psychology Today Therapy Den Holistic Therapists in NC Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

Why is building a supportive network of mental health therapists so crucial for your professional growth, self-care, and overall well-being? What are the key steps to establish and maintain a supportive community? MEET Lisa Savinon After completing her bachelor's in psychology, Lisa worked as an elementary teacher while completing her master's in counseling. After completing her master's, Lisa initially worked as an elementary school counselor and then transitioned to secondary school counseling. During her time as a school counselor, Lisa began working as a play therapist in an agency setting and decided to take the leap into full-time private practice. Years before the pandemic, Lisa moved her in-person practice to full telehealth and has never gone back. Through her work with children and families, she noticed the need for trauma counselors. Lisa began working with adult survivors of childhood abuse, neglect, and abandonment, and sexual trauma survivors. Lisa is trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, Somatic Trauma Therapy, Polyvagal, and attachment theories. She is also certified in DBT and a Registered Yoga Teacher. Lisa is licensed in Texas, Colorado, and Nevada, and is a Florida Out of State Registered Telehealth Provider. Because of her passion for continuing education, Lisa began learning about the continuing education field and recently bought Therapeutic Perspective a podcast and NBCC-approved continuing education provider. Find out more at Vibe Counseling and Wellness and connect with Lisa on, Instagram & Facebook Use Coupon Code holisticpodcast for 10% Off Our $69.99 Unlimited NBCC CE Plan at Therapeutic Perspective Link to the "All Things Private Practice," course for anyone that is brand new to private practice or planning to start one! Join the Therapeutic Perspective FB Community & The Therapeutic Perspective For Educators IN THIS PODCAST: Addressing the issue of isolation in private practice 5:27 Self-care when dealing with difficult cases 10:41 Resources for therapists to stay more connected 18:00 Addressing The Issue Of Isolation In Private Practice Finding non-traditional methods of networking Why is it so important to be a part of a community when you are in private practice? Learning and growing in a community Ways to cultivate connection Self-Care When Dealing With Difficult Cases What is somatic therapy? How to set strict boundaries with work-life balance Resources For Therapists To Stay More Connected What is The Therapeutic Perspective? How to find in-person groups Creating your own community with like-minded people The importance of making time to connect with others Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

What are the steps you need to take to become a holistic therapist? What skills, knowledge, and credentials do you need to acquire to become a holistic practitioner? MEET Nicole Osborne Nicole Osborne is a Honolulu-based licensed holistic mental health therapist and owner of Milk & Honey Therapy, Milk & Honey Coaching, and Milk & Honey Merch. She has over 10 years of combined experience serving as a coach, mentor, teacher, and counselor to individuals of diverse backgrounds. Nicole loves to use creative and holistic approaches to help her clients overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, athlete concerns, low self-esteem, life transitions, and identity development issues. In all of the work she does, her deepest desire is to empower people to show up as their authentic selves and remind people that they have a unique purpose. Find out more at Milk & Honey Therapy and connect with Nicole on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok IN THIS PODCAST: What is holistic therapy? 5:08 What are the steps to becoming a holistic therapist? 17:02 How to decide which area of holistic therapy you want to go into 35:35 What Is Holistic Therapy? Incorporating mind, body, and spirit and layering holistic techniques The importance of learning awareness and connecting with yourself What is the goal of holistic therapy? Holistic therapy vs. traditional therapy What Are The Steps To Becoming A Holistic Therapist? What are the education requirements to become a holistic practitioner? Graduate school program comparisons and requirements Structured learning experiences through practicum and internships What does the licensing process look like? How much does it cost to receive training in other holistic modalities? How To Decide Which Area Of Holistic Therapy You Want To Go Into The importance of research and self-study Putting holistic practices into your everyday life and finding what works for you Where to find resources when becoming a holistic therapist The importance of mentorship Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

What is the importance of slowing down and embracing the present moment? How can you integrate practical strategies and mindfulness techniques into your everyday life? IN THIS PODCAST: Why do we need to slow down and embrace the present moment? 2:44 Why Do We Need To Slow Down And Embrace The Present Moment? What is a Type-A personality? The importance of keeping track of our physical response to moving too quickly through our daily routines What are the negative impacts of not slowing down? What are the benefits of slowing down and embracing the present moment Techniques for slowing down and being mindful Overcoming obstacles when making ourselves a priority Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

How do the Divine Masculine and Feminine energies interplay within ourselves and our relationships? How do we begin to recognize, honor, and integrate these energies into our everyday lives? MEET Vanessa Grace Vanessa Grace is helping women steep in their innate Divine Feminine. She is a Radiance Coach and Licensed Social Worker who transformed through the fires of becoming UnCodependent and having a Spiritual Awakening. She loves to talk about epigenetics, chakras, and why your menstrual cycle is the secret to everything. Her expertise, kind heart, and a dash of light humor help her clients heal the life experiences and trauma that created their heartache, to begin with. Vanessa joins mental health, spiritual practices, and life aspirations to help women create the lives they really want for themselves. Her private coaching, group coaching, and retreats help you truly transform from the inside. If you want to heal your soul to become a strong self, she's got you covered! Find out more at Soul Amplified and connect with Vanessa on Instagram, Facebook & LinkedIn The Soul Amplified Podcast IN THIS PODCAST: What do the terms "divine feminine" and "divine masculine" mean? 2:25 What are the traits of the wounded feminine & wounded masculine? 10:53 How can parts work be applied to understanding masculine & feminine energy? 27:37 What Do The Terms "Divine Feminine" and "Divine Masculine" Mean? Energy vs. gender when discussing divine feminine and masculine Understanding the concept of wounded feminine and masculine What are the "core" needs of the divine feminine and masculine How do the divine feminine and masculine work together in all of us What Are The Traits Of The Wounded Feminine & The Wounded Masculine? A look at the psychological framework of gender roles and when there is an imbalance What is our Core Essence? Recognizing these traits as a therapists What does the term "fawning" mean? How Can Parts Work Be Applied To Understanding Masculine & Feminine Energy? The importance of taking a look at your inner child How to be more in your divine feminine and masculine Educating clients about healing wounded feminine or masculine How do these dynamics work in relationships? Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

What are binaural beats? What are the benefits of using binaural beats for you and your clients? MEET Wayne Altman With a strong desire to make a difference to the people around him, Wayne Altman has worn many hats during his 54 years of life on planet Earth. Born in California but raised in Texas, Wayne grew up knowing he wanted to serve others. U.S. Army Veteran, Death Row Correctional Officer, Corporate Sales Trainer, and Author of 6 books on Mortgage and Credit. Wayne has traveled to 19 countries and visited 49 States teaching Credit to consumers and Loan Officers in the Mortgage Industry. He currently owns multiple (14) online businesses all designed to enrich the lives of his customers and his community. His latest business is Melody Clouds, a subscription relaxation website and app. With 8000 hours of Solfeggio, Binaural Beats, Guided Meditation, and 17,000 + Audiobooks all designed to relax and educate its subscribers at a price point other services just will not touch. Wayne has determined that the healing and beneficial effects of this technology should be available to everyone who wants it. So, Melody Clouds is translated into over 100 different languages, and its membership spans across the globe. Wayne is married to the love of his life Traci, and together they are raising three incredibly beautiful and talented daughters. Cassidy, Reagan, and Morgan. Find out more at Melody Clouds and connect with Wayne on Facebook & Instagram IN THIS PODCAST: What are binaural beats? 3:41 What research has gone into the effectiveness of binaural beats? 9:20 How do binaural beats work for chronic pain? 17:23 What Are Binaural Beats? How do our brains process binaural beats? What does it mean to block grief with binaural beats? Can binaural beats help you sleep better? What are solfeggio frequencies? What Research Has Gone Into The Effectiveness Of Binaural Beats? Using sound to manipulate emotions How do different frequencies affect different emotions? How to get our brain to recreate frequencies on its own What are some of the benefits of these different frequencies? How Do Binaural Beats Work For Chronic Pain? Finding the right frequencies for each individual Are binaural beats safe for patients with PTSD? What is Melody Clouds? How to use binaural beats and solfeggio frequency Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

What is grief yoga and how can it help individuals experiencing grief and loss? How can you use Compassionate Transformation when working with clients dealing with grief? MEET Paul Denniston Paul Denniston is the founder of Grief Yoga® and the author of Healing Through Yoga: Transform Loss into Empowerment. The mission of Grief Yoga is to use movement, breath, and sound to release pain and suffering to connect to empowerment and love. Grief Yoga combines many different forms of yoga to channel and release anger and allow unresolved grief a compassionate space to breathe and move. His gentle work creates a safe space of movement, transformation, and healing to connect to the resilient loving warrior within. Paul has taught and trained this practice to thousands of therapists, counselors, and healthcare professionals around the world Find out more at Grief Yoga and connect with Paul on Facebook & Instagram IN THIS PODCAST: What is the importance of combining sound, movement & breath? 5:44 How to overcome grief in a safe way 9:06 What are the benefits of using grief yoga?14:03 What Is The Importance Of Combining Sound, Movement & Breath? What are the many ways that we suppress grief? Creating intention when using yoga movement for dealing with grief What are some challenges of moving through grief by only using talk therapy? Understanding how grief can be trapped in our bodies How To Overcome Grief In A Safe Way Why it is essential to find what we have to support us when dealing with grief Ways to find balance and center yourself How to encourage breathwork in grief How to introduce grief yoga to clients What Are The Benefits Of Using Grief Yoga? What is compassionate transformation? A movement walkthrough to get into the body and deepen the breath Identifying where you are holding pain in your body The importance of keeping movement simple and embodying what you are doing at the moment Is grief yoga trauma-informed? Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

What is your soulful self? How can you access your divine nature and move towards self-healing? MEET Dr. Shannon South Dr. Shannon D. South, aka the "Joy Doctor", is an award-winning therapist, an Amazon best-selling author, and an inspirational speaker. As an expert in the field of spirituality and healing trauma for over 25 years, she knows how to assist people in finding wholeness and joy naturally. In 1994, Shannon had a spiritual experience during meditation that healed her debilitating anxiety and depression permanently. Since this transformative experience, Shannon has helped thousands of clients connect to their most loving, abundant, and joy-filled selves. Shannon is the founder of the Ignite Your Life! programs, Heal Your Way to Success course, and the Grow Your Business by Growing You Breakthrough Day! She is a sought out, international trainer and coach helping spiritually-minded entrepreneurs break through what is standing in their way from abundance, joy, and success! Her recent book, Grow Your Business by Growing You: The spiritual entrepreneurs guide to maximum joy, abundance, and success, is a roadmap to this unique, healing process. She also trains other clinicians on how to bring Spirit and Soul into their practice for deep and lasting healing for their clients. Shannon loves dancing, being in nature, and a rowdy game of volleyball. Find out more at Dr. Shannon South and connect with Dr. Shannon on Facebook & Instagram For a free discovery call to see how she can help align you with your highest potential, go to www.drshannonsouth.com Soul Shine Membership Program - Email Promo Code: HEAL IN THIS PODCAST: What does the word "soul" really mean? 2:55 What is the Higher-self? 10:31 What Is The Protective Personality? 16:15 What Does The Word "Soul" Really Mean? What are the common themes of the soul? What is stopping us from accessing our souls? The importance of embodying our strength What are some of the factors that can block us from truly embodying our soul? Do you have to be religious to believe in a soul? What Is The Higher Self? Why soul-embodiment is unique to each individual Practices that people use to connect with their higher self What does it feel like to disconnect from our soul? Opening up the channels of the soulful self to begin healing What Is The Protective Personality? How do we instinctively protect ourselves? The importance of being in the present Recognizing your soulful, wisest self? What does it mean for your soul to be aligned? Resources for self-healing Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

How can you combine multiple strategies and modalities into your practice to address mental health concerns? How can integrative solutions help connect mind, body, and spirit and start focusing on holistic well-being? MEET Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge A mental health trailblazer, media personality, and founder of The Global Institute of Children's Mental Health and Dr. Roseann, LLC, who is on a mission to change the way we view and treat mental health, showing people it's gonna be ok with science-backed tools that calm the brain. With her trademarked BrainBehaviorReset™ Program, she has helped thousands address the most challenging conditions affecting kids and families today, including PANS/PANDAS, OCD, anxiety, mood/behavior, and ADHD/executive functioning. Find out more at Dr. Roseann and connect with Dr. Roseann on Facebook & Instagram It's Gonna Be OK! Podcast IN THIS PODCAST: The importance of integrating holistic solutions into your practice 6:48 Focusing on the mind, body, & spirit connection 15:14 What is layering in therapy? 19:37 Types of holistic modalities to get started with 30:09 The Importance Of Integrating Holistic Solutions Into Your Practice Helping your clients understand how their nervous system responds to trauma The importance of calming the brain before beginning talk therapy Why is psychoeducation a crucial component of therapy? What is qEEG Brain Mapping? Focusing On The Mind, Body & Spirit Connection What do integrative solutions mean in therapy? Finding brain techniques that will work best for each individual's clinical condition What is the best approach to teaching your clients about how their brain works? Focusing on therapeutic relationships What Is Layering In Therapy? The importance of educating your patients and establishing boundaries How to start using integrative holistic modalities as a clinician? What are your ethical boundaries when practicing holistic integrative therapy? Finding modalities that align with you Types Of Holistic Modalities To Get Started With The importance of sleep and the types of foods we consume Giving your clients options and the autonomy to choose what they are comfortable with in order for treatment to be more sustainable Resources for discovering new holistic modalities How to recommend supplements to your clients Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

What does it mean to be a holistic therapist? How can you start to embrace being a holistic practitioner? In this holistic short, I will discuss the difference between traditional and holistic therapy. I will go over why a holistic approach can benefit your clients in connecting all parts of themselves and the importance of connecting with other holistic therapists. Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

What does it mean to be an HSP? What challenges come with being an HSP and what holistic strategies can you use to overcome the overwhelm of being highly sensitive? MEET Erika Belanger Erika is a yoga teacher, somatic coach, and the host of the On & Off Your Mat Podcast. For the last 8 years, Erika has helped sensitive women let go of overwhelm and overthinking by learning to manage their thoughts, feel their feelings, and heal their nervous system through mind-body-spirit practices. She's living proof of the power of self-healing as she herself has grown and worked through eating disorders, chronic illness, addiction, mental illness, patterns of self-sabotage & self-abandonment, and childhood trauma. She teaches online and in-person, for week-long retreats bringing her students and clients on a journey of awareness, compassion, embodiment, and transformation. Find out more at Erika Belanger and connect with Erika on Instagram & Facebook On & Off Your Mat Podcast IN THIS PODCAST: Recognizing the signs that you may be an HSP 3:18 Finding and understanding the source of your overwhelm 15:00 What are some holistic practices that can help HSP? 19:32 Recognizing The Signs That You May Be An HSP Understanding the energy cycle of being highly sensitive The importance of understanding how your body reacts to stress What does it mean to widen your window of tolerance How each HSP is unique in their symptoms Finding And Understanding The Source Of Your Overwhelm Are you more prone to anxiety as an HSP? The importance of accepting and embracing yourself as a highly sensitive person Finding ways to stay within your window of tolerance What Are Some Holistic Practices That Can Help HSP? The importance of integrating many practices and touching on all aspects of your wellbeing How do your thoughts affect your emotions? What is a "Thought Protocol?" Bringing your emotions back into your body and integrating movement and being present What is an "Orienting Practice"? Integrating spirituality into your holistic approach Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

Why is it so essential to create a holistic space that aligns with your holistic self? What questions should you ask yourself when creating your holistic space? In this holistic short, I will discuss what goes into setting up a space that suits your holistic needs. I will go over some important questions that you should always ask yourself when setting up your space and why it is so important to set your intention before you begin the process. Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

Do you suffer from the impact of migraines? Can incorporating yoga into your daily routine alleviate your migraine symptoms? MEET Adriane Dellorco Adriane Dellorco (RYT200) is one of the world's leading experts on yoga for migraine. She is the founder of Yoga for Migraine, an online community that offers transformational yoga and coaching programs to people living with migraine and headache disorders. She is a lifelong dancer and yoga practitioner who has been living with migraines since 2007. Adriane has been featured in the 2021 Migraine World Summit, Migraine.com, the National Headache Foundations For Head's Sake Podcast, HealthCentral, and Healthline. Her certifications in Pain Reprocessing Therapy and Pain Care Aware Yoga have given her cutting-edge skills to help clients with chronic migraine reduce their chronic pain symptoms and feel more empowered in their daily lives. In addition to offering migraine-friendly yoga practices in her online classes and group coaching programs, Adriane makes yoga accessible to the wider migraine community in collaboration with organizations like Miles for Migraine and RetreatMigraine. She is proud to advocate Congress every year in Headache on the Hill and to be a finalist in Wego Health's 2022 Social Health Awards in the Creative Contributor category. Adriane is a member of the Education Council for Headache Online, an Accessible Yoga Ambassador, and is pursuing her IAYT yoga therapist certification. As a mother of two and a former public school teacher, she brings her life experience living with migraine into her healing yoga practices. Adriane's mission is to help others decrease their own migraine pain and increase their quality of life with yoga. Find out more at Yoga Migraine and connect with Adriane on Facebook & Instagram IN THIS PODCAST: What are the negative impacts of migraines? 3:56 Making lifestyle changes when dealing with migraines 9:01 Overcoming fear when experiencing migraines 15:53 What Are The Negative Impact Of Migraines? Understanding that migraines affect everyone differently Taking a holistic approach to dealing with migraines The importance of finding the right combination of care to deal with your specific needs Seeking community when dealing with migraine symptoms Making Lifestyle Changes When Dealing With Migraines What is SEEDS? Incorporating gentle yoga moves into your daily routine Learning to adjust the intensity of your daily movement Finding tools to calm our nervous system Overcoming Fear When Experiencing Migraines Finding your migraine triggers How to integrate breathwork with gentle movement What is Restorative Yoga? How to be more proactive and ask yourself the right questions about your self-care Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

What are the mental health benefits of traditional indigenous medicine? How can these healing practices be integrated with holistic practices to care for your clients? MEET Caara Lovick Caara Lovick serves as a healing facilitator and translator for a project called "Traditional Medicine'' based out of Miami, FL. "Traditional Medicine '' is a unique project with the Q'ero community to connect their world-renowned Q'ero healers with people who want their services. Caara is also the host of a podcast called "Traditional Medicine Podcast with Caara Lovick," which aims to educate and help people feel closer to these healing traditions. Caara has volunteered for various healers, including both Traditional Indigenous Amazonian and High Andean Healers of Peru, for over nine years. In addition, Caara builds community improvement projects in Miami, with a particular interest in developing worker-owned cooperative businesses. Find out more at Traditional Medicine and connect with Caara on Instagram & Facebook IN THIS PODCAST: What is traditional indigenous medicine? 5:33 Who are the Q'ero? 10:53 What kind of issues can traditional medicine help? 13:10 How can you experience traditional indigenous healing? 17:02 What Is Traditional Indigenous Medicine? Why do people have reservations about traditional indigenous medicine? What are the limits of western medicine? The importance of having support from both western medicine and traditional medicine What is energetic vs. physical? Who Are The Q'ero? Amazonian healer vs. Q'ero What are Coca readings? What Kind Of Issues Can Traditional Medicine Help? Recognizing energetic complications before they become physical complications The importance of recognizing and acknowledging any discomforts that we feel What is Kambo? How Can You Experience Traditional Indigenous Healing? The importance of getting to the root of your problem What are the many High Andean Healing Modalities? What is Ayahuasca and how is it different from Kambo? What should mental health providers know before referring clients to traditional indigenous medicine? Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

How can you begin to prioritize your self-care? How can incorporating self-soothing strategies into your daily routine not only help you but your clients as well? IN THIS PODCAST: How to incorporate self-soothing strategies into your day-to-day routine 1:40 Techniques to become more self-aware 4:10 How To Incorporate Self-Soothing Strategies Into Your Day-To-Day Routine What does self-soothing do for your mind and body? The importance of regulating our emotions to better serve our clients What does it mean to be "preventative" when it comes to self-soothing?" Finding what works for you and recognizing your individual needs Techniques To Become More Self-Aware Identifying your triggers and how you respond to them The importance of making a list of priorities and sticking to it What is bottom-up processing? Grounding technique walk-through Self-soothing technique walk-through Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

What is therapeutic dance? How can you integrate physical and emotional aspects of the body to promote healing and overall well-being? MEET Gabrielle Rivero Gabrielle Rivero is the founder of the Lenae Release Method, a technique to guide participants through releasing emotions stored in their bodies to help reduce stress and anxieties and improve their well-being. She is the founder and CEO of Express & Release Therapeutic Dance, which creates safe spaces for the community to learn to accept their emotions, express them through movement, to release them from the self. She holds a MA in Theology, where she focused on the Euro-American rejection of movement and the body to better understand how we can embrace and embody movement within our American culture. She holds a BA in Recreation and Event Management with a double minor in dance and nonprofit leadership. She is a dancer with over 15 years of experience learning the benefits of engaging with the body to release, emote, and heal from traumatic and stressful events. She has a dedication and commitment to helping people learn to use dance for self-expression, stress relief, and emotional regulation. Through her workshops, classes, and community engagement she hopes to cultivate healthier societies that foster better relationships with the self and the community. For people to feel empowered to freely express themselves through movement and not feel afraid to feel overwhelming emotions. Find out more at Express & Release and connect with Gabrielle on Facebook IN THIS PODCAST: Why do people tend to reject dance & movement? 4:36 Why is movement so important in releasing emotion from the body? 17:35 Why Do People Tend To Reject Dance & Movement? How do we engage with the world through movement and dance? What is your own internal dance? What does it mean to allow your body to have control? Strategies for removing distractions when practicing dance and movement Movement walkthrough Why Is Movement So Important In Releasing Emotion From The Body? How to engage with trauma in order to remove it from our bodies? What is Express & Release? Utilizing movement to help children express themselves Integrating dance into therapy Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

Do you struggle to accept the process of aging? What are the physical and mental impacts of midlife? MEET Lisa Mustard When I turned 40, I had a wake-up call. I was tired of going through the motions of my life and career as a therapist and wanted to pivot my skill set and do new things. Yet, I didn't know what those things would be, so I began testing out ideas and business opportunities. Some were busts, while others were successes! Along the way though, I have learned incredible lessons: First, when I work in alignment with my highest values and priorities, work is effortless and fun. Second, is that failing at something isn't a death sentence. Failures are learning experiences. There is no failing, there's only learning and growing! Third is that I need to be flexible in the methods I use while staying laser focused on my goals. Combining all these lessons has brought me to where I am today - Podcaster and Coach. The Therapy Show With Lisa Mustard helps talk therapists learn clinical information and skills, introduces them to others who are doing incredible work in the field, and teaches them professional development and much more. I started the podcast because I was bored with the traditional modes of continuing education and professional development. I yearned for convenient education that was fun, interesting, inspiring, helpful, and easily accessible anywhere, anytime. And I couldn't find what I was looking for, so I decided to create it. Find out more at Lisa Mustard and connect with Lisa on Facebook & Instagram Lisa Mustard Podcourse - Coupon: HOLISTIC 1 PER CUSTOMER - ONE FREE PODCOURSE OF YOUR CHOICE - EXPIRES 6/1/2023 IN THIS PODCAST: What is midlife and what brings us to this transition in our lives? 3:03 What are the psychological impacts of aging? 8:13 Assessing your highest priorities & values 13:53 What Is Midlife And What Brings Us To This Transition In Our Lives? Understanding that each person's midlife is unique to them Learning to recognize and acknowledge when an existential situation occurs in our lives The importance of pivoting and relying on the skills you've acquired throughout your life What Are The Psychological Impacts Of Aging? How to embrace the freedom of allowing your body to go through changes Finding what works for you when taking care of your health and wellness Ways to find your purpose as you age Assessing Your Highest Priorities & Values The importance of making a list of your highest values How to incorporate self-care into your daily routine The benefits of taking the time to reprioritize your values What are the positive aspects of midlife? Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

Are you hesitant to integrate more holistic modalities into your practice? How can you overcome your fear of introducing and practicing holistic therapy without worry or restraint? In this solo episode, I discuss why clinicians are hesitant to introduce new holistic modalities to their practice, and how to overcome these very common fears. I also go over the importance of seeking consultation to build confidence and expertise when using new modalities and what the impact is of not embracing your holistic self. Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

What are the emotional and mental impacts of perimenopause and menopause? What are some of the holistic solutions to dealing with the symptoms of menopause? MEET Adina Middleman Adina Middleman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been a therapist for nearly 20 years. She currently serves adults and couples but began her therapy journey as a child therapist. Adina serves a diverse population and has an eclectic approach encouraging the client to "steer the ship". She was a foster care social worker, an intensive reunification case manager, a teacher in a psychiatric hospital, and a preschool teacher (to name a few) prior to going to graduate school. Adina has been married for 23 years and has two sons who are hopefully graduating college and high school this year. Find out more about Adina at New Hope Counseling IN THIS PODCAST: What are some of the symptoms of perimenopause & menopause? 2:45 The importance of having an open dialogue about menopause 14:40 Holistic strategies for dealing with menopause symptoms 24:10 What are some of the symptoms of perimenopause & menopause? What are the "stereotypical," symptoms of menopause? What are some of the overlooked symptoms? Adapting your self-care when going through menopause Finding resources for managing symptoms The Importance Of Having An Open Dialogue About Menopause Reducing the stigma associated with menopause The importance of seeking a support system and sharing your experiences with others Increasing awareness in order to improve healthcare for women Understanding your risk factors when seeking treatment for menopause symptoms Holistic Strategies For Dealing With Menopause Symptoms Combining different holistic practices into your routine The importance of finding a practice that suits your unique needs Researching and partnering with your healthcare provider for effective treatments Avoiding information overload when researching menopause treatment and care and finding a safe place to discuss your experiences Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)

What is holistic layering and what are its benefits? How can you integrate mind, body, and spirit into every one of your therapy sessions? In this first holistic short, I'm going to discuss what holistic layering is and how it can help you in your client sessions. I will discuss how to begin your holistic layering sessions, understanding your clients individual needs, and the importance of working these techniques along with your client and I will take you through a quick holistic layering walkthrough. Connect With Me Download the Free guide: How to build confidence and competence bringing yoga into the therapy room The Yoga in Therapy Collective —where therapists learn, grow, and get support with yoga-informed practices Explore the Yoga Basics for Therapists course—designed to help you confidently and ethically integrate yoga into therapy Yoga Basics: The Therapist's Guide to Integrating Trauma-Informed Yoga into Sessions Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58 Join the Free Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy Room Facebook group Leave a review and subscribe to this podcast Self-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)