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133: How to Break Cycles that Started Before You Were Born (aka Intergenerational Trauma) with Dr. Mariel Buqué Jan 08, 2024

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This one's for the cycle breakers, and in this episode we're unpacking intergenerational trauma.

Dr. Mariel Buqué, trauma-informed Psychologist and author of the book BREAK THE CYCLCE: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational Trauma breaks it down for us.

Together we explore how to recognize when generational trauma is impacting us today, identifying unhealthy patterns that get passed down in families, how trauma shows up in our bodies and our nervous systems, and steps we can take to break the cycles we're caught in that started before we were born.

You deserved someone to protect you from generational pain and break the cycle, that always remains true. Now, let's take steps to get the support you need to be the cycle breaker for yourself, your family, and the next generation.

You can learn more about Dr. Cassidy's private practice at https://www.drcassidymft.com/

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132: How to Help Your Toddler Play Independently with Susie Allison from Busy Toddler Nov 13, 2023

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In this episode you get to witness my conversation with Susie Allison, M.Ed., of @busytoddler, in which I share our 3 year olds current struggles with independent play, and the impact it's having on our whole family.

Susie talks me through the proven strategies to support independent play and guess what...they worked!

Susie shares the benefits of independent play for your child's development and for the whole family system...and how we can still feel present and connected even with more independent play happening in our homes. This is an episode you won't want to miss!

Looking for more independent play support from Susie, including some of her favorite toys? Check out her independent play blog post here!

Susie Allison is a former teacher with a Master's in Early Childhood Education and a mom to 3 kids. Her mission is to bring hands-on play and learning back to childhood, support others in their parenting journey, and help everyone make it to nap time. Visit her at www.busytoddler.com or on Instagram @busytoddler.

*Become a client of Dr. Cassidy's by visiting www.drcassidymft.com (CA residents only).

*Not based in California but looking for more support? Click here for steps on how to find a therapist in your area!

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131: When Both Parents Struggle Postpartum with Tessa Ritchie Oct 30, 2023

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In this episode I invited fellow therapist Tessa Ritchie to join me in sharing the challenges of postpartum for BOTH parents, the impact these struggles can have on our relationship, and how to feel better together!

Tessa shares her own personal story of experiencing postpartum anxiety and rage, her partner's struggles with depression postpartum, and the communication tools and strategies they used to heal and feel more present with each other and in parenthood.

*Become a client of Dr. Cassidy's or Tessa by visiting www.drcassidymft.com (CA residents only).

*Not based in California but looking for more support? Click here for steps on how to find a therapist in your area!

Join Dr. Cassidy and her cozy era by visiting www.cozyearth.com! Be sure to check out their pajamas made with viscose from bamboo. Use code DRCASSIDY35 for 35% off sitewide!

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130: Disability Parenting and Finding the Right Support with Casey Mouton Oct 23, 2023

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I am so excited to introduce you to Casey Mouton, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and mom.

Casey was the first therapist I hired to join my group practice, and today you get to hear her story.

Casey is a survivor of postpartum depression and anxiety, and in today's episode she shares how that experience showed her the kind of support she truly needs. Learning about the type of support SHE needs became protective later on when her son unexpectedly had a stroke and she found herself navigating parenting a child with a disability. She shares how her partner had different needs in terms of support, the mental load of parenting a child with a disability, and steps you can take to feel less alone in your own parenting journey.

TW: this story includes a medical emergency associated with Covid and discussions of postpartum depression and anxiety. Sometimes listening to someone else's story is exactly what we need, and sometimes we're not in a space yet to witness someone else's experience, and that's ok.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

Napa Center

Disability Resource Guide

PSI Support Groups

*Become a client of Dr. Cassidy's or Casey by visiting www.drcassidymft.com (CA residents only).

*Not based in California but looking for more support? Click here for steps on how to find a therapist in your area!

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129: How to Embrace Softness in a Hard World with Dr. Akilah Cadet Oct 16, 2023

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Let's talk about softness, and being soft in a world that can be so hard.

What does it mean to be soft? I invited Dr. Akilah Cadet to share in this conversation about softness as a human. Together we explore the beauty of connecting with softness, within ourselves and in our relationships. We identify how softness can get squashed and the benefits of connecting with the parts of us that are soft. We unpack the complexity of being a human in a hard world, the dance between anger and softness, harmony over balance, and Dr. Cadet offers a bridge into accessing our agency and power when faced with hardship within ourselves and the oppressive systems around us.

Dr. Cadet is the Founder and CEO of Change Cadet. As a Forbes Next 1000 Entrepreneur her work is behind some of the biggest brands you use everyday. Dismantling white supremacy through storytelling is at the core of her work as a leader, speaker, creative director, producer, writer, editor and author of forthcoming book White Supremacy is All Around: Notes From a Black Disabled Woman in a White World. You can also learn from her through her podcast Soft Black Women.

Links to connect with Dr. Cadet's work:

Website: https://www.changecadet.com/

Book: https://www.changecadet.com/book

Instagram @changecadet

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128: How to Support Speech While Connecting with Your Child: An Episode for Parents AND Kids with Wee Talkers Oct 02, 2023

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This is a Holding Space first! In today's special episode with speech therapists Carly and Katie of Wee Talkers, we are inviting your little one to tune in too!

In the first half of the episode Carly and Katie offer supportive (and simple) ways you can support speech everyday with your children. Ever find yourself more stressed from all the information about child development out there? This conversation will leave you feel informed and empowered, without the pressure. You don't need to be a speech therapist to support your child's speech while having fun!

Towards the end of the episode we invite your little one to join in with some fun song time! Consider this a connection opportunity, with some hidden speech support thrown in. I also share a connection ritual song that I sing every night with our kids that has proven to help us accept the hard feelings from the day too.

Wee Talkers teaches parents of babies and toddlers how to support their child’s language and communication development. They offer connection-driven language resources via online education, courses and memberships.

You can learn more from Wee Talkers at https://www.weetalkers.com or on Instagram @weetalkers.

*Become a client of Dr. Cassidy's private practice by visiting www.drcassidymft.com (CA residents only).

*Not based in California but looking for more support? Click here for steps on how to find a therapist in your area!

Join Dr. Cassidy and her cozy era by visiting www.cozyearth.com! Be sure to check out their pajamas made with viscose from bamboo. Use code DRCASSIDY35 for 35% off sitewide!

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127: How to Rest (Realistically) as a Modern Parent with Ashley Neese Sep 18, 2023

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How do we actually experience restorative rest as busy parents? What are the layers that can get in the way when it comes to resting? Why is rest so important?

We are diving in for some rest talk in today's episode with Ashley Neese, author of the book Permission to Rest.

Ashley was previously on the podcast, episode 38: How to Breathe, following the release of her first book all about the power of breath. She is a breathwork teacher who has spent over a decade working at the intersections of embodiment, transformation, and renewal.

I can't wait to share more of her work with you through this conversation, and hope this episode and her book support you in reclaiming rest because you are so worthy of it, just as you are.

Get her book Permission to Rest here!

*Become a client of Dr. Cassidy's private practice by visiting www.drcassidymft.com (CA residents only).

*Not based in California but looking for more support? Click here for steps on how to find a therapist in your area!

Join Dr. Cassidy and her cozy era by visiting www.cozyearth.com! Be sure to check out their pajamas made with viscose from bamboo. Use code DRCASSIDY35 for 35% off sitewide!

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126: How to Rely on Your Partner (and Others) with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish Sep 04, 2023

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Do you find it hard to ask for support and rely on others? Does this struggle show up in your partner relationships? Are you hoping to break this pattern and set a strong model/foundation of autonomy AND interdependence for your kids? Well, i'm so glad you're here!

In this episode I share my conversation with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish all about breaking these cycles, getting the support we need from our partners, and finding the balance between intimacy and autonomy in our relationships.

Dr. Tracy Dalgleish is a clinical psychologist and relationship expert who is on a mission to help couples break old relationship cycles and find joy in their relationships again.

Her forthcoming debut book, I Didn’t Sign Up for This: A Couples Therapist Shares Real-Life Stories of Breaking Patterns and Finding Joy in Relationships...Including Her Own (September 12, 2023), features case studies from her practice and her own relationship. Be sure to check out her book I Didn't Sign Up For This and her I'm Not Your Shrink Podcast!

*Become a client of Dr. Cassidy's private practice by visiting www.drcassidymft.com (CA residents only).

*Not based in California but looking for more support? Click here for steps on how to find a therapist in your area!

Join Dr. Cassidy and her cozy era by visiting www.cozyearth.com! Be sure to check out their pajamas made with viscose from bamboo. Use code DRCASSIDY35 for 35% off sitewide!

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125: Self-Care for Skeptics with Taylor Elyse Morrison Aug 21, 2023

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In this episode we honor that self-care sounds great, but how does it realistically fit into our busy lives?

I sat down with Taylor Elyse Morrison, author of the book Inner Workout, to discuss self-care for skeptics. With the wellness world booming, why are so many of us still struggling?! Tune in and walk away with a deeper understanding and practical tools you can start using today!

*Become a client of Dr. Cassidy's private practice by visiting www.drcassidymft.com (CA residents only).

*Not based in California but looking for more support? Click here for steps on how to find a therapist in your area!

Join Dr. Cassidy and her cozy era by visiting www.cozyearth.com! Be sure to check out their pajamas made with viscose from bamboo. Use code DRCASSIDY35 for 35% off sitewide!

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124: Motherhood and Sibling Bonds: A Candid Conversation with Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt Aug 07, 2023

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In this episode we dive into the world of sibling relationships. Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt, a New York Times bestselling author, philanthropist, and mother, shares her unique perspective and experiences on this often complex and cherished bond.

In this candid conversation, Katherine opens up about her own relationship with her siblings, highlighting the joys and lessons learned along the way. From childhood adventures to adult camaraderie, she shares heartwarming anecdotes that resonate with anyone who has shared a special bond with their brothers or sisters.

We explore the dynamics that can shape sibling relationships, the impact of birth order, and how nurturing these connections can contribute to personal growth and emotional well-being. As a mother herself, Katherine also offers valuable insights into helping children build strong sibling bonds and fostering a sense of unity within the family. Join us as we celebrate the power of sibling connections and gain valuable wisdom with Katherine.

Be sure to check out Katherine's children's book Goodnight, Sister and her Instagram Live series Before, During, After Baby!

*Become a client of Dr. Cassidy's private practice by visiting www.drcassidymft.com (CA residents only).

*Not based in California but looking for more support? Click here for steps on how to find a therapist in your area!

Join Dr. Cassidy and her cozy era by visiting www.cozyearth.com! Be sure to check out their pajamas made with viscose from bamboo. Use code DRCASSIDY35 for 35% off sitewide!

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