A Positive Podcast is a podcast where conversations are had with a variety of guests to inform the community about all matters related to mental health. This podcasts include conversations on specific mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, bipolar ADHD and less specific disorders such as HSP's .Any listener that wants to get more educated about how to be a better parent, spouse,person, live a more "positive" existence will gain by listening to the wide array of topics. Raizel s ...
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Gimmel Tamuz Farbregen with Rabbi Alter Bukiet
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Part one: In this special episode, join me, my husband, and Rabbi Altie Bukiet, as we commemorate the 30th anniversary of the passing of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. We delve into Rabbi Bukiet’s personal experiences, his profound connection with the Rebbe, and the impactful shifts before and after this significant day. Tune in for an enlightening convers…
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“Marriage Matters: Keys to a Thriving Relationship with Dr Tamar Perlman “
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In this episode of "Marriage Matters," I sit down with Dr. Tamar Perlman, an esteemed marriage therapist, to delve into the essentials of building a strong and resilient relationship. We explore effective conflict resolution strategies, how to fight better, and overcome differences and challenges. Dr. Perlman shares her expert insights on enhancing…
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"Unpacking 'Why the Kids Aren't Alright': with Dena Schusterman & Dena Gorkin
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In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the complex world of contemporary youth, inspired by Bari Weiss's discussion with Abigail Shrier on why today's kids are facing unprecedented challenges. With a keen eye on the issues presented and a heart towards understanding them through the lens of Torah and Chassidus, we embark on a journey of e…
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"Wisdom in a Nutshell: Life, Marriage, Parenting, and Raising Teens with Rabbi Aron Moss"
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In this episode, Rabbi Moss shares his profound insights on navigating life's most intricate facets: marriage, parenting, and the tumultuous journey of raising teenagers. With a remarkable ability to distill complex questions into concise, actionable answers, Rabbi Moss provides listeners with invaluable wisdom and clarity. From unraveling the myst…
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Episode #65 "The Soulful Synthesis: Exploring the Intersection of Chassidus and Psychology with Devory Nussbaum"
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Join us in this fascinating episode where we explore the deep connections between Chassidus and psychology. Devory Nussbaum, a skilled psychotherapist and Chassidus teacher, guides us through the intersection of these two worlds. Together, we unravel the wisdom of Chassidic teachings and how they relate to our everyday experiences. Discover the com…
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Episode #64 - “Special Minds, Sensitive Hearts” Living a wholesome life while being “different”
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“Special Minds, Sensitive Hearts” living a wholesome life, while being “different“Rabbi Shais Taub's Journey into NeurodiversityIn this compelling episode, join us as we sit down with Rabbi Shais Taub to delve into the intricate landscape of “neurodiversity” AKA Being different/sensitive/special. Together, we explore the journey of parenting childr…
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Episode #63 "From Laughter to Light: Zeya's Journey to Becoming a Chabad Chassid"
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In this insightful episode, join Zeya Comedy on a heartfelt and humorous exploration of her personal journey to embracing religious life as a Jewish woman and becoming a Chabad Chassid. With a unique blend of comedy and sincerity, Zeya shares the twists and turns of her spiritual path, discussing pivotal moments, challenges, and the joy she found i…
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Episode #62 “Voices for Israel” - with Chaya, Gali & Menachem
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In this compelling podcast episode, I engage in a meaningful dialogue with three dedicated individuals from the impactful company Charidy. As a powerful tool for marketing and fundraising, Charidy enables organizations to create platforms for crowd-sourced funds, ultimately amplifying their ability to make a significant difference. One of my guests…
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Episode #61 -Voices For Israel - With Adele of Life's Looking Good
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Welcome to a special edition of our podcast, "Voices for Israel." In this unique series, we're stepping away from our usual themes like mental health, parenting, marriage, and self-improvement to focus on a matter of great importance – the situation in Israel. We understand this shift in content might be unexpected, but the current situation in Isr…
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Episode #60 "Voices For Israel" with Bruria Efune
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Welcome to a special edition of our podcast, "Voices for Israel," where we're shifting our usual focus to bring you something incredibly important to all of us. Typically, we explore topics like mental health, parenting, marriage, and self-improvement. However, for the next two episodes, our hearts and minds are united in thinking about Israel, a s…
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Episode #59 -"Navigating the Storm: Parenting through the crisis in Israel & Finding connection with G-D amidst chaos"
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In this special episode, we delve into the complex landscape of parenting during a time of crisis in Israel. The first conversation features a parenting coach Mushka Gopin of https://mymotheringmindset.com/ where we discuss how to address the current situation with our children and guide them through these challenging times. As well as how we can h…
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Episode #58- "Celebrating Yomtov : A Journey from Resentment to Joy”
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In this thought-provoking podcast episode, we embark on an insightful journey through the rich tapestry of the Jewish month of Tishrei and all of the yomim tovim. First I sit down with Mrs. Shterna Ginsburg, a mentor and teacher. She passionately discusses the beautiful ways in which we can help ourselves reframe and reset ourselves in order to sho…
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Episode #57- "Anxiously Acing School: Insights from an Educator and a Therapist"
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In this compelling episode, we delve into the complex issue of school-related anxiety in students, featuring in-depth discussions with a seasoned teacher educator Mrs. Esty Kugel, and a compassionate therapist Katherine Beattie. Together, we explore the various facets of anxiety that students may encounter during their educational journey and provi…
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Episode #56 - Navigating Residential Treatment Programs: Insights from Devora Shabtai LCSW
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In this episode, I sit down with Devora Shabtai LCSW and we delve into the world of residential treatment programs. Devora sheds light on what these programs entail and she dispels common misconceptions. We explore the goals and dynamics of these programs, offering valuable insights for individuals and families seeking effective rehabilitation solu…
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Episode #55 - Enriching Your Marriage: Insights from Imago Educators Rabbi Pinney & Helana Herman
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Welcome to our latest podcast episode, where we delve into the world of Imago Therapy and its transformative impact on marriages. In this captivating discussion, we sit down with the renowned Imago Educators, Rabbi Pinney and Helana Herman, to explore how this approach can revolutionize relationships.Imago Therapy, an innovative and powerful therap…
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Episode #54 - Exploring Mental Health Through Halacha
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Welcome to Episode #54 of A Positive Podcast, where we delve into the crucial topic of mental health and its connection to Halacha, the Jewish law. Join us as we gain insights from Rabbi/Dr. David Fox, a forensic psychologist, who helps us understand how Jewish law approaches mental health issues. Through his expertise, we explore the origins of th…
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Episode #53 "Journey to Healing: Nurturing Mental Health in Parenting- a conversation with Leigh Ioffe
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In this powerful episode, Leigh Ioffe and I sit down and take a deep dive into the realm of mental health challenges and the vital role of parental support. With empathy and personal experiences, we engage in an open conversation addressing various aspects of mental well-being Through discussions, we explore the nuances between suicide ideation, su…
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"Thriving with Anxiety" - A conversation with Dr Rosmarin
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Thriving with Anxiety: A Deep Dive into Managing and Supporting Mental Well-beingJoin us for a fascinating episode of our podcast as we delve into the complex world of anxiety with renowned psychologist and author, Dr. Rosmarin. In this episode, we explore the crucial topic of anxiety from various angles, providing valuable insights, effective mana…
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Episode #51 Navigating the World as a Highly Sensitive Person (Part II)
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In this episode, we return to the conversation with Yochanon Polter, the founder of the Fresh Start Retreat, and together we delve even deeper into the complexities and nuances of being highly sensitive.Building upon our previous discussion two years ago, where we first explored the unique experiences of highly sensitive individuals, we have been h…
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Episode# 50 Why connected parenting isn’t “woke” it’s the essence of chassidus
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In todays episode Rabbi Schusterman & Raizel interview Rabbi YY Jacobson in a powerful conversation. They discuss the importance of staying connected with your children through parenting. In this episode, they explore the difference between woke liberalism’s approach to parenting and Chassidus approach and how to differentiate between the two. They…
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Episode #49 - From Boys To Men - A conversation with Dr Shloimie Zimmerman
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Todays episode is a conversation between Dr Shloimie Zimmerman and Rabbi Nechemia Schusterman on a challenging topic that all parents struggle with, the topic of supporting our sons regarding sexuality, puberty, body changes, marital intimacy & more. Dr Shloimie Zimmerman authored a book titled From Boys To Men, this book integrates the Torah’s wis…
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Episode #48 - “Exploring the compatibility of gentle parenting with Torah & Chassidus “
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In this podcast episode, you will hear a fascinating conversation between the host and Shterna Ginsburg, who is an author, teacher, and educator on Chasidus and Torah. The main topic of discussion is whether gentle parenting is compatible with the values of Torah and Chassidus. The conversation delves into the principles of gentle parenting, which …
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Episode #47 Raising & Teaching the future generation - a conversation with Rabbi Rosenblum
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In this podcast episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Rabbi Rosenblum, a renowned educator and leader in Jewish education. Throughout our conversation, we delve into various topics related to parenting and classroom management, exploring current trends in parenting and effective ways to create a productive and positive learning environment…
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Episode #46 From Awareness to Action: Educating our youth on Addiction
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In episode #46, titled "From Awareness to Action: Educating our youth on Addiction," you will hear a conversation between myself and Lianne Forman about the important work of the CCSA - (communities confronting substance use and addiction )to educate high school students about the dangers of addiction and the hope and healing of recovery. The discu…
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Episode #45 ADHD part 3 -A conversation with Avigail Gimpel
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Avigails Book- HyperHealing: The empowered Parent's complete guide to raise a healthy child with ADHD symptoms - Link to purchasehttps://a.co/d/bdMBgsQAvigail's second book - HyperHealing, Show Me the Science: Making Sense of Your Child’s ADHD Diagnosis - Link to purchase - https://a.co/d/bDq4bSxAvigail can be reached at info@hyperhealing.org--- Su…
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Episode #44 -Tips & Tools To Understand & Manage ADHD Better -with Dovid Becker LCSW
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Episode #44 Tips & Tools To Understand & Manage ADHD Better with Dovid Becker Dovid Becker is an LCSW, writer, and public speaker who is passionate about helping families with ADHD. He is the Program Director of the Wurzweiler School of Social Work Men's Program. Dovid's contact info is info@dovidbecker.com A positive podcast is powered by OKclarit…
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Episode #43 Tips & Tools To Understand & Manage ADHD Better -with Eda Schottenstein ADHD coach MHC
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Part one of a two part series on ADHDPart 1- with Eda Schottenstein- ADHD coach MHCPart 2- with Dovid Becker -LCSW-CCSP ADHD Websites :https://www.additudemag.comWww.viacharacter.orghttps://add.org/adhd-questionnaire/A Positive podcast is powered by OKclarity.com. OKclarity.com is THE place for any Jew - no matter how frum or religious you are - to…
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Episode #42- kosher Intimacy For The Modern Day
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In honor of Hey Teves, I share with you all this Episode with these two incredible & wise women, Mrs. Sara Morozow & Mrs. Rivka Slonim . I purposely released this epiosde today on Hey Teves "A Yomtov of the books". One of the ways we celebrate this special day is by purchasing new sefarim/books for our homes. May I suggest the perfect book for your…
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Episode # 41-Positive Theology & Positive Psychology with Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson
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Join me as I sit down with Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson and discuss all things Positive. We discuss the differences between Positive Psychology and Positive Theology. Rabbi Mendel shares his process and journey of putting together this incredible book Positivity Bias. You can purchase this book on Amazon https://a.co/d/bHyUd0s If you would like to be a s…
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Episode #40 - Overall Mental health with Divi Bogart
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Today's episode is sponsored by Toveedo. Toveedo is a website and app that has hundreds of original and quality videos for Jewish boys and girls. It's designed to be a safer and simpler place for Jewish kids entertainment, so that you can literally hand it to your child and be comforted knowing that there are no ads.As parents, we can all commisera…
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Episode #39 Addiction, Recovery & Healing- A couples perspective
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One of the goals of this podcast is to bring awareness , education , language and understanding around mental health and addiction. In todays episode Moshe Dov Chanin and his wife Chaya Chanin show up in a real authentic way, to share their story of hope and healing. From the young age of twelve Moshe Dov used alcohol and later drugs to deal with h…
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Episode #38- Marriage Matters with Moshe Zev Lamm LCSW
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All the questions you have wanted to ask a marriage counselor but haven't had the chance. Join Rabbi Nechemia Schusterman , Raizel Schusterman and Mr. Zev Lamm LCSW as we sit down and discuss important marriage ideas. Moshe Zev Lamm, LCSW is a couple’s therapist with a private practice in Monsey, NY. He has lectured extensively on the topic of marr…
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Episode #37 DBT- Dialectical Behavior Therapy Explained
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Join me for a fascinating converstaion with DBT therapist Alexis Santiago-Autar who specializes with working with children and teens. (DBT) is a type of cognitive behavioral therapy, that tries to identify and change negative thinking patterns and pushes for positive behavioral changes. DBT may be used to treat suicidal and other self-destructive b…
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Episode #36- Why God Why- How to believe in Heaven when it hurts like hell
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Episode #36- Join me for a interesting conversation with the author of Why God Why? How to believe in heaven when it hurts like hell- Rabbi Gershon Schusterman. Rabbi Schusterman who happens to be my father in law,knew all the textbook answers when comforting bereaved community members who asked him "Where is God ?if God is loving how could this ha…
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Episode #35- Relationshift -with certified marriage coach Hindi Kalmenson
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Join me for the first of many episodes on the topic of marriage & relationships. In this episode I sit down with certified relationshift Marriage coach Hindy Kalmenson, where we discuss the ideas and concepts of the relationshift approach to marriage. Hindi is a deeply insightful marriage and relationship coach. Her gentle coaching and clear direct…
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Episode #34- There is no such thing as an EMERGENCY
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Do you ever wonder how some people are always so calm despite the storms of life that are raging around them? Join me as I discuss this very question with veteran therapist/addiction expert, Sony Perlman about how there is no such thing as an emergency/crisis once you know a couple of rules.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p…
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Episode #33 - EMDR Therapy Eplained with licensed psychologist Mrs . Sharon Saul
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Join me, as we hear the stories of people helped with successful EMDR treatment and talk with licensed psychologist Sharon Saul. Sharon has been treating adults in private practice for more than 40 years. With a background in CBT, Interpersonal therapy and Hypnotherapy, Sharonhas come to specialize in the treatment of psychological trauma in the la…
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Episode #32 - TLR - A look into the incredible community resource THE LIVING ROOM with Menachem Poznanski
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In this fascinating episode Raizel interviews Menachem Poznanski on an incredible community resource, The Living Room otherwise known as TLR. It is a fascinating conversation that goes deep into the wold of recovery and the different ways that TLR supports so many in our community. Menachem is a clinical social worker, lecturer and author. He has w…
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Episode #31- What Does Change Actually Look Like? With Rabbi Shais Taub
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This podcast focuses on the practical applications of these new (to many) ideas of “ The times have changed“ and “the nature of people has changed“ how these ideas are implemented in the classroom the camp and other settings.A positive coach asks some very hard hitting questions and Rabbí Shais Taub does not disappoint with some very strong and cle…
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Episode # 30 BIPOLAR - with Dr John/ Yaacov Guterson
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Join a positive podcast as we talk with Dr. John/ Yaacov Guterson about all things bipolar. A beginner‘s guide to understanding what bipolar is, how it is treated, and what long-term effects it may have on your family.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/apositivepodcast/support…
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Episode #29- Asking for a friend - with Gitty Francis LMSW
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Join me for an enlightening conversation with Mrs. Gitty Francis LMSW. Gitty Francis grew up in Crown Heights, Brooklyn and currently lives in Houston, Texas with her husband and children where they serve as Chabad Shluchim. Gitty is a staff member of the Behavioral Mental Health Service team under clinical board approved supervision, at Jewish Fam…
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Episode #28- The roadmap to recovery with Devora Shabtai
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Join a Positive Podcast for another interesting conversation with Mrs. Devora Shabtai, LCSW, PhD candidate is VP of Clinical Development at Onward Living, an addiction rehabilitation program which caters to the specific needs of Orthodox Jewish men in recovery. In addition to clinical work, Devora has a strong interest in empirical research on Juda…
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Episode #27 A candid conversation with Dr. Brad Reedy on the benefits of boundaries
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Codependency, boundaries, and enmeshment are three words that I have been curious to learn more about. Who better to speak with on this topic, than Dr. Brad Reedy. Join me for an insightful conversation with Dr Brad Reedy as we dig deeper into these concepts , specifically about parenting with healthy boundaries, and what that actually looks like i…
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Episode #26 Everything Somatic with Helana Herman
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Somatic healing/experience is all the rage right now, and seems to be one of the more effective forms of trauma therapy. In episode #26 I sit down with Mrs. Helana Herman to discuss everything Somatic. Unlike standard mental health therapy that focuses prominently on the mind, somatic therapy incorporates body oriented modalities to support clients…
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HSP - Highly Sensitive People/Children
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Join me for a fascinating conversation with Yochanon Polter founder of Fresh Start Retreat Center. We discuss a variety of topics leading to his personal journey that led to his establishment of this center, as well as his incredible insights and reflections on what is a HSP and how we can help them flourish and grow! --- Support this podcast: http…
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Episode #6 -Interview with Rabbi Shimon Russel-
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Explosive interview with Rabbi Shimon Russell, LCSW & Chief Clinical Consultant of Fresh Start Retreat. Rabbi Russel discusses the importance of connection and unconditional love as the ONLY effective way to raise Frum, emotionally healthy , and stable children. He speaks openly and candidly about his own personal journey which ultimately lead to t…
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Episode #25 - Gam Zu Litovah -This too is for the good & Toxic Positivity
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In todays episode I speak with Mrs Tzivie Greenberg, Shlucha in Vancouver Washington, as we discuss an important topic,Gam Zu Litovah & Toxic Positivity.In a culture of Gam Zu Litovah- This too is for the good- How do we avoid toxic positivity? It's so easy to simply say, this too is for the good, but are we really helping ourselves process our liv…
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Episode #24 Everything ADD/ADHD & Medication- with Dr. Craig Heacock
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A discussion with Dr. Craig Heacock understanding what happens in the body for those who struggle with ADHD both in children and adults as well as anxiety. Which medicines help, how & why they help and the side effects. If you enjoy any or all of my shows, please consider making a donation to support this show. Thank you!--- Support this podcast: h…
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Episode #23 Collaborative Parenting Solving Approach- with Tamar Shames
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In today's episode I interview Tamar Shames, Tamar is a certified trainer in Collaborative Problem Solving, an evidence-based model of care that helps adults focus on identifying the problems that are causing concerning behaviors in kids and solving those problems collaboratively and proactively. Tamar has a wealth of knowledge on this topic and re…
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Episode #22 Life is better with friends - A Deep dive into Joy!
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In honor of Rosh Chodesh Adar -Beis, I facilitated a conversation/ Farbrengen with good friends on one of my favorite topics, the topic of Joy and happiness. In this conversation we dig deep into the meaning of happiness and share our understanding of how to tap into true happiness . --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show…
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