Best Lauren Fractor Podcasts (2024)

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Finding the Root Cause: Defeating Your Limiting Beliefs and Regulating your Nervous System with Melissa Hiemann 51:35

3M ago51:35

51:35

On this episode.. Her background and what led her to pursue trauma informed care What led Melissa and her partner to start the Centre for Healing How limiting beliefs are created and manifest from childhood through adulthood What a dysregulated nervous system looks like and how to find safety resources to move through stress and/or traumatic experi…

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It’s Never Too Late To Be Yourself: Transition Journey with Wendy Cole 1:09:35

4M ago1:09:35

1:09:35

On this episode... Her life experiences and gender transition journey from childhood to now Having a supportive therapist and how that helped shape who she has always been Embracing the life she has always known and getting comfortable as Wendy Her experiences with surgery, dating, and her work as a transition mentor helping parents of kids who are…

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Know Yourself: Breaking Through Codependency with Rachel Sievers 55:21

4M ago55:21

55:21

On this episode... Her journey into the mental health field and pivoting her career What codependency is and how it develops How codependency can vary amongst relationships and upbringings Codependency vs. independency Building skills to move away from codependency Codependency on social media Connect with Rachel Sievers: Rachel's Website Rachel's …

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Letting Go and Building Vulnerability: Navigating Men’s Mental Health with Nicholas Moore 49:26

6M ago49:26

49:26

TW: Topics around sexual assault and abuse, listener discretion advised On this episode... Nick’s life story and how it shaped his views of his upbringing Tapping into your vulnerability and taking baby steps to be more open and personal with loved ones Finding tangible ways for men to shed societal norms to be more emotional and vulnerable How men…

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Healing The Mother Wound: Learning to Self-Mother, Move Forward, and Heal From your Maternal Relationship with Sian Crossley 42:31

7M ago42:31

42:31

On this episode... What is the mother wound? Building awareness around the mother daughter relationship How the mother wound manifests in our lives Learning to self-mother in order to heal Deciding how to move forward with your maternal relationship Connect with Sian Crossley instagram.com/breakthecycle_coaching Find on her Instagram Mother Wound C…

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Finding a Therapist, Preparing for Sessions, and Knowing When to End Therapy 34:18

7M ago34:18

34:18

On this episode: How to find a therapist that fits your preferences Good practices and boundaries for clients in the therapy room Our own personal boundaries as therapists in the therapy room Knowing when it is time to end therapy or transition to a new one Preparing for sessions Check us out on socials! Instagram @dopeshttherapypod email us at dop…

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Treating the Whole Body: Utilizing Eastern Medicine to Treat Depression and Anxiety with Guljan Nurmuradova 43:50

8M ago43:50

43:50

On this episode: Guljan's journey to pursuing acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine The origins of traditional Chinese medicine and how it works How different organs in our body influence our mental health and what we can do about it How acupuncture supports depression and anxiety What a traditional acupuncture session looks like and the exp…

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Transformation Starts with Compassion: Putting Your Sh*t Behind you Using Shadow Work and Gratitude with Winnie Chan Wang 47:52

10M ago47:52

47:52

On this episode: Winnie’s story of how she got into acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine Origins of shadow work and working through the unconscious mind Digestion, weight gain and eating with gratitude Ways to find compassion in our lives and how to tap in to transform How to navigate discomfort and safety with shadow work Winnie's website …

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Why Do We Second Guess Ourselves? Finding Safety and Security Within Yourself 36:11

10M ago36:11

36:11

On this episode: Celebrating our 3 year pod anniversary and our experience as podcasters Navigating safety and security within yourself How families influenced our decision-making growing up Separating others experiences with your own Our experiences in stepping out of our comfort zones and how we trust our decisions Check us out on socials! Instag…

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Breakup Recovery: Building Self-Worth & Self-Forgiveness with Tal Yardeni 56:01

11M ago56:01

56:01

On this episode: How she got into working as a breakup recovery coach The difference between self-love and self-worth When a good time to “breakup is” Working through a breakup you “never saw coming” Steps towards healing through a breakup Developing a healing routine Connect with Tal Yardeni www.instagram.com/thetalyardeni Send her a dm, to work w…

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Emotional Resolution: Overcoming Lasting Emotional Trauma with Cedric Bertelli 40:04

11M ago40:04

40:04

On this episode... Emotional Resolution Technique Being present with your emotions in order to heal Neuropsychology behind emotions Emotional patterns that impact our lives and how to resolve them Why we don't need to know where the emotion comes from in order to move forward Exploring emotions and coping mechanisms of ww2 trauma survivors. Connect…

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Retraining Your Brain with Psychedelics: How the Use of Ketamine & Psilocybin Can Assist with Healing Your Mental Health with April Pride 46:51

1y ago46:51

46:51

On this episode: April’s mental health journey that led her to finding alternative therapies The differences between ketamine and psilocybin and the benefits of each in supporting mental functioning How ketamine has been used as a tool to help with depression and suicidal ideation How micro-dosing psilocybin has been used as a tool to help with PTS…

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Exploring The Healing Magic of Plant Medicine: Destigmatizing Cannabis with David Miller of FlowGardens 41:22

1y ago41:22

41:22

On this episode... •The benefits of using cannabis for health and wellness •David’s personal experiences leaving the finance world and joining the cannabis business •Research being done on alternative cannabinoids and their benefits • Mental Health and cannabis use, benefits and concerns •Why FlowGardens is focusing on CBDs and their alternatives o…

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The Mind-Body Connection: Breaking the Pain-Fear Cycle Through Therapy and Regulating Your Nervous System 41:01

1y ago41:01

41:01

On this episode we talked: Her journey through traditional therapy training and alternative modalities Her work with clients suffering from chronic pain What pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is and how it’s used in working with chronic pain How her own chronic pain led her to work with this population PRT tangible tools and what is used in sessions …

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Spring Cleaning Your Mental Health: Tips and Tricks for Creating a Balanced Life 32:31

1y ago32:31

32:31

On this episode: Life updates from Lauren & Ryanne Why it’s important to “spring clean” your mental health Professional, personal, home, and lifestyle tips to organize and prioritize Simple tricks to physically and mentally “clean” your space Check us out on socials! Instagram @dopeshttherapypod email us at dopeshttherapypod@gmail.com Logo artwork …

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What to do When Someone You Loves Chooses Death: Navigating Grief and Destigmatizing Suicide 48:42

1+ y ago48:42

48:42

On this episode Alexandra's personal story on the loss of her husband to suicide What supports are available for people who have lost a loved one The language around suicide Common misconceptions about suicide The 3 phases of grief Check out Alexandra Wyman on socials and purchase her book Website: https://www.forwardtojoy.com/ Instagram @Forwardto…

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Why Self-Help Needs an Overhaul: Stop Doing More and Start Going Inward with Jen Hershey 46:58

1+ y ago46:58

46:58

On this episode: Her journey towards becoming a therapist Self-care and self-help routines and tools, helpful or harmful? Her self-care routine and what helps her regulate How and why she created her mental health app, “How We Ge Thru” Her app giving a platform for therapists through courses The accessibility of “How We Get Thru” and user experienc…

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Empowerment and Intentionality in Dating: Ditching Self-Doubt & Building Self-Love with Lily Womble 1:09:39

1+ y ago1:09:39

1:09:39

On this episode, we discussed: Her journey towards becoming a feminist dating coach How to “ditch the apps” and meet someone IRL Dating rules that need "rewriting" How to be more intentional when dating Navigating the “scary” early parts of dating Her thoughts on the “yellow cab theory” Q&A with our listeners Connect & work with Lily: Podcast: http…

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Not Another New Year's Episode: A Look Back at 2022 32:27

1+ y ago32:27

32:27

On this episode, we: Reflected on the past year and our 2022 goals & what we accomplished/what we are still working on Shared the way we are setting new goals and choosing to step away from self-help guidance & wellness overload Explored new goals for 2023 and what we are looking forward to working on Discussed our tarot card pulls from 2022 and ho…

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Hot Takes: Answering Listener's Questions 38:31

1+ y ago38:31

38:31

Check us out on socials! Instagram @dopeshttherapypod Tik Tok @dopeshttherapypod email us at dopeshttherapypod@gmail.com Logo artwork by Peach and Bean Studio instagram.com/peachandbeanstudio Check out our sponsor Own Your Stigma Use our discount code for 15% off: dopest*tpod ***Disclaimer*** Dope Sh*t My Therapist Says Podcast is not a replacement…

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Where the Hell did my Friends go?: Learning How to Navigate Friendships as an Adult 32:07

1+ y ago32:07

32:07

Try Magic Mind: Use or code Dope14 for 20% off magicmind.co/14daysofmagic Check us out on socials! Instagram @dopeshttherapypod Tik Tok @dopeshttherapypod email us at dopeshttherapypod@gmail.com Logo artwork by Peach and Bean Studio instagram.com/peachandbeanstudio Check out our sponsor Own Your Stigma Use our discount code for 15% off: dopest*tpod…

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The “How” is Possible: Exploring Career Paths, Working Through Mental Blocks, and Stepping into Alignment in Your Career with Katherine DiMaggio 58:24

1+ y ago58:24

58:24

On this episode... Her journey towards career coaching How to find purpose in your career Common mental blocks stopping you from achieving your dream career or job Taking baby steps toward a career shift Asking for your worth & compensation Getting a clearer vision for what you want as a career Connect with Katherine DiMaggio Check out this free re…

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I am Deserving: Connecting to Your Intuition and Getting Rid of Limiting Beliefs with Hypnotherapist Lynnsey Robinson 57:44

2y ago57:44

57:44

On this episode... Defining limiting beliefs and why they occur How limiting beliefs hold us back from expansion What is Hypnotherapy and how can it help The misconceptions of Hypnotherapy Connect with Lynnsey Robinson Website: www.lynnseyrobinson.com Instagram.com/lynnseyrobinson Her free gift to your listeners: 7 days FREE Inside AYM membership: …

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I’m Not “FINE”: Giving Yourself Grace and Coping with High Functioning Depression with Katie Green 37:32

2y ago37:32

37:32

On this episode: Her mental health career path and her untraditional journey How she has been building her current passion for helping others Challenges she has faced including perfectionism, lack of coping skills, and why she “looked like she had it all together” The impact of high-functioning depression on Katie’s life A conversation around depre…

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I Can’t Cope: Why Your Coping Tools Can’t be the Only Option 37:03

2y ago37:03

37:03

On this episode we talked about: Life updates from Ryanne and Lauren What our coping journeys have looked like Untraditional coping tools and what that looks like (ex: anger and sadness) Getting to a coping place and dealing with big emotions Why communication & boundaries are key in coping Special Shoutout to "Own Your Stigma" @ownyourstigma We ar…

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Are We "Bad" Therapists?: The Ins and Outs of Being a Therapist with Allie Joy & Kathryn Esquer 1:05:26

2y ago1:05:26

1:05:26

On this episode we talked about: Their unique, respective journeys as therapists How our relationships are impacted as therapists Showing up as “humans” first, therapists second Challenging elements of being a therapist Pros and cons of being on social media as a therapist IG polls & astrology chat Socials: Am I a Bad Therapist? Podcast: @abadthera…

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Moving Towards Healing: Addressing Trauma, Family Dynamics, and Mental Health Pt 2 with Matthias Barker LMHC 41:55

2y ago41:55

41:55

***Trigger Warning-Trauma, Topics of Abuse, Substance Abuse-Please listen at your own discretion*** On this episode... How Family Trauma impacts our own mental health Integrating the parts of us that are hurt Managing our responses to trauma Viewing our parents in a new light in order to heal our pain Healing the inner child Find Matthias Barker on…

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Moving Towards Healing: Addressing Trauma, Family Dynamics, and Mental Health with Matthias Barker LMHC 34:33

2y ago34:33

34:33

***Trigger Warning-Trauma, Topics of Abuse, Substance Abuse-Please listen at your own discretion*** On this episode... How our deep hurts are showing us what really matters to us On the early experiences of being a therapist What trauma looks like for different people Feeling hurt, disappointed, or traumatized by family dynamics Find Matthias Barke…

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Recovering People Pleaser: Boundaries and Struggles of Millennial Women with Laura Sgro LCSW 55:11

2y ago55:11

55:11

On this episode we talked about: People pleasing, why it happens, and how to work on these behaviors People pleasing Vs. being kind Common boundary challenges that many folks experience Why boundary setting can be hard and how to work on setting better boundaries Tangible ways to set boundaries in work and your personal life Saying "I’m sorry" and …

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New Decade, Same Sh*t: The Struggles of Turning 30 36:13

2y ago36:13

36:13

On this episode... Life updates from Lauren and Ryanne Where we thought we’d be at 30 vs. where we actually are Self comparison and why it’s not necessary in this day and age Single at 30 and the ups and downs Positives during year 30 and how to make the most of it in this new decade of life Self-worth and how you don’t need to have it all together…

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High Achieving, High Anxiety: High Functioning Anxiety and First Generation Therapy with Selene Burley LMFT 46:01

2y ago46:01

46:01

On this episode... What is High Functioning Anxiety How does it show up in our lives? How to and how not to cope with it Using EMDR therapy as a treatment Navigating being first generation to seek out therapy You can find Selene Burley LMFT at the following Instagram-tacosandtherapy Website-Brighter Thinking Therapy Check us out on socials! Instagr…

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What's Your Type?: Rigidity, Personality Types, and the Importance of Being Flexible 35:34

2y ago35:34

35:34

On this episode... Lauren and Ryanne shared life updates Our predisposition to rigidity and when it can cause harm Control and how it can be hard to let go and be flexible Ways that we are leaning into flexibility in our own lives Flexibility vs. boundaries and the differences Different personality types and what category we fall into How these per…

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Understanding Eating Disorders: Breaking the Stigma and Challenging Your Self Care Routine with Hilary Weinstein LCSW 42:51

2y ago42:51

42:51

On this episode... Talking to your doctor about your eating disorder Hilary's journey with an eating disorder How the pandemic has impacted peoples struggles with eating disorders Societal stigma around eating disorders, weight gain and weight loss Men and eating disorders Body image How social media can negatively impact our mental health, self es…

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Welcome to LA: Building a Home, Finding Friends, & Lessons from Moving with Ashleigh Hansen and Katie Dessin 58:59

2+ y ago58:59

58:59

On this episode, we talked about: Their move to Los Angeles, meeting each other via social media, and forming their podcast and friendship Katie's journey moving to different cities throughout the years and navigating each one Ashleigh's wild ride moving from LA from Canada during a pandemic Their adjustment to living in LA; the good, the bad, and …

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Life of an Anxious Dater: Breaking Dating Rules & Navigating Dating Anxiety with Ilana Dunn 1:00:54

2+ y ago1:00:54

1:00:54

On this episode Ditching dating rules Following your intuition in dating Building communication around anxiety Navigating your anxious dating style Why dating isn’t one size fits all Dating apps and modern dating How therapy helped her break toxic dating patterns Find Ilana Dunn Instagram:Seeing Other People Instagram:Ilana.dunn Tik Tok: Seeing Oth…

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Dope Discussions: Netflix's Love is Blind ft. Leslie Grant 1:21:02

2+ y ago1:21:02

1:21:02

Disclaimer: We realize that these are real humans with unique upbringings and experiences. Our clinical perspective on them is based solely on what has been shown on the show, which we realize is edited for entertainment purposes. Without truly knowing these people more, we can't make real diagnoses, only assumptions on what we see. On this episode…

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Getting Attached: Understanding your Attachment Style and Navigating Romantic Relationships with Jeff Guenther LPC 1:05:33

2+ y ago1:05:33

1:05:33

On this episode... -What is an attachment style and what types are there? -How do we end up with our unique style -How our attachment style can change and exist on a spectrum -Why certain attachment styles attract each other -Finding the pros and cons in our attachment style -How our attachment styles show up in relationships 48 minutes starts list…

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I Surrender: Journey & Recovery from Sex and Love Addiction with Brianne Davis 55:05

2+ y ago55:05

55:05

On this episode, we talk with Brianne about... What sex and love addiction REALLY is Why being an actor/actress is the "worst job" for a sex and love addict Her journey leading up to her realization that she had a sex and love addiction Her recovery journey, attending SLAA meetings, and why she puts her recovery before everything else in her life S…

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How to Choose Yourself: A Conversation Around Self-Love and Prioritization 22:58

2+ y ago22:58

22:58

On this episode... Why choosing yourself and prioritizing your needs are number one Why choosing yourself isn't selfish Feeling guilt around rescheduling plans and changing your mind Recognizing when it's time to preserve your energy and make decisions that fit your current needs Steps to take toward prioritizing yourself, including boundaries Chec…

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Exploring a Sober Lifestyle: The Alcohol Free Movement and Building a Happier Healthier Self with Karolina Rzadkowolska 1:00:03

2+ y ago1:00:03

1:00:03

On this episode... Karolina's personal story about how she decided to live alcohol free How living in the grey zone can still be a great place to choose to be alcohol free How to navigate social life and events when you are sober How to communicate to others about your alcohol free choices The health risks and benefits of ditching alcohol Alcohol's…

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Fa La La La Lonely: Coping With the Holiday Blues and Why We Don't Like New Years Resolutions 53:51

2+ y ago53:51

53:51

On this episode: Our own personal goals for 2021 and how we managed to meet most of them A discussion of both of our 2021 tarot cards pulls that represented our entire year Why we don't like the term "new years resolution" How we navigate the "holiday blues" How we each cope with loneliness during this time of year Answering listener questions abou…

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If The World Was More Accommodating: Discussions on Disability Affirming Therapy and Pursuing Higher Education with Dr. Marco Gomez 50:08

2+ y ago50:08

50:08

On this episode... What it’s like pursuing a doctoral program in Psychology What he’s learned about himself and how his views have changed since finishing his PsyD program What it’s like to be a male therapist The importance of creating a disability affirming therapy practice How individuals with physical disabilities can find a therapist that’s a …

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Therapy Is For Everyone: Building Self-Compassion & Self-Acceptance While Managing Anxiety with Amber Benziger 49:47

2+ y ago49:47

49:47

On this episode, we talked with Amber about: Showing up on social media and setting boundaries Her mental health journey navigating anxiety and showing up for her clients in an authentic way The basics of anxiety and what type of anxiety she sees most often in her practice Tangible ways to reduce anxiety and break rumination cycles Toxic positivity…

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Dope Sh*t My Single Therapist Says: Dating Intentionally, Our Dating Growth Journey and Knowing When to Close the Door on Relationships 34:02

2+ y ago34:02

34:02

On this episode... Lauren’s recent breakup and what it’s like to walk away from a loving relationship that isn’t working What Ryanne has learned in her dating journey and the lessons she has been navigating What dating intentionally looks like for both of us What we’ve learned from dating in the last 5 years and how we’ve evolved Stories of recent …

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Treat me Like a Person, Not a Patient: Living with an Invisible Illness with Katie O’ Leary 53:33

2+ y ago53:33

53:33

On this episode... Her story of living with the “most painful illness on the planet” Her story being diagnosed with RSD after surgery Toxic positivity and misunderstandings of others who live with invisible illnesses How she has managed her mental health in the face of pain How to best support those who have an invisible illness Her coping strategi…

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Anxiety is Just Another Feeling: Tips for Coping with Anxiety, Battling Imposter Syndrome, and Breaking the Stigma with Erica Zisman 59:54

3y ago59:54

59:54

On This Episode... Real Life Techniques for Coping with Anxiety Pandemic Anxiety Building a Routine to Combat Anxiety Imposter Syndrome High Functioning Anxiety Being Kind to Yourself when You're Struggling Physical Symptoms and Anxiety Normalizing Anxiety as an Emotional Experience About Erica: Erica is a licensed clinical social worker with years…

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On A Soul Level: Breathwork, The Akashic Records, and Healing with Alyse Bacine 50:38

3y ago50:38

50:38

On this episode, we talked with Alyse about.... Her transition from school counselor to breathwork specialist and trauma healer. Knowing when it's time to quit a job and switch careers to hone in your passion How she uses breathwork, the akashic records, and her psychic abilities to help people move through trauma. A deeper look into breathwork and…

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The End of an Era: What We've Learned In Our 20's 40:07

3y ago40:07

40:07

On this episode... Our respective growth journey in our 20's and what we have learned since grad school. Normalizing how difficult it is to build a life in your 20's. Generational differences and how millenials have made an impact in society. Life lessons that we have worked through and some we are still working towards. Check us out on socials! In…

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The Joy of Living: Conscious Conversations, Fostering Confidence and Intentionality with Helen Denham 1:06:52

3y ago1:06:52

1:06:52

On this episode... Finding herself through the use of various health and wellness practices Her journey with spirituality, including her experience with psilocybin Her perspective on mental health in youth and childhood Reiki and how it helps the mind, body and soul through energy (chakra balancing) Her ideal wellness routine and how she incorporat…

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Just your Average Spiritual Therapists: Exploring Spirituality and Tarot in the Therapy Room with Luna and Shannon of the Tarot Diagnosis 1:02:59

3y ago1:02:59

1:02:59

On this episode... Their journey to becoming therapists What led them to start their podcast “The Tarot Diagnosis” How therapy has helped their mental health journey Using Tarot with clients in sessions (when and when not to) Working with clients and how they utilize multiple modalities Developing spiritual practices that can help with healing Show…

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