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Self-Care is Dope Though Jul 27, 2020

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Join Kristin and Dr. Ashley Elliott as they talk about how Covid-19 is impacting her counseling and advocacy work.
Dr. Ashley Elliott is Doctor Vivid. She enhances lives and visions one creative step at a time. She is a Doctor, a Mental Health Specialist, a Consultant, and a Motivational Speaker.
Twitter: @DoctorVivid
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The Healing Power of Grounding Jul 23, 2020

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You may have heard of grounding as a spiritual practice, but did you know that grounding legitimately has positive effects on the body? Listen to Kristin, and co-host Georgia, speak with Laura Koniver, MD about her book, "The Earth Prescription: Discover the Healing of Nature with Grounding Practices for Every Season," and the health benefits of grounding. We hear how science reflects an ongoing practice of grounding your body to the Earth has incredible physical and mental health benefits. Dr. Koniver discusses further how helpful grounding is for anxiety and depression, even your circadian rhythm.
Laura Koniver, MD, is an artist, author, holistic physician, and internationally recognized grounding advocate. Koniver has been featured as an expert in four motion pictures about grounding, and is also the author of the children's book, "From the Ground Up."
https://www.intuition-physician.com/
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Deconstructing the Mental Health of First Responders During Civil Unrest Jul 23, 2020

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Join Kristin and Christy as they talk about how civil unrest is impacting our first responders. Christy is the host of one of our network podcasts, Firefighter Deconstructed.
Christy Warren is a retired Fire Captain from the Berkeley (California) Fire Department. She has twenty-five years of service as a professional paramedic, with seventeen years as a professional firefighter. She was diagnosed with PTSD in 2014 and spent several years recovering. Since retiring from the fire service, she has completed a triathlon, the Escape From Alcatraz swim, and a bachelor’s degree in business from Washington State University. She is a volunteer at the West Coast Post Trauma Retreat and works as a substitute teacher at Juvenile Hall in Martinez. She lives in Pleasant Hill, California with her wife Lisa and her dog Harriet.
https://firefighterdeconstructed.com/
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The Financial Side of Mental Health and Addiction Recovery Organizations Jul 22, 2020

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Join John Pallies and Kristin for an in-depth discussion on the business side of mental health organizations.
Mr. Pallies is responsible for accounting, budgeting, information systems and internal controls. His goals include devising planning and performance management systems, and providing expertise in financial reporting and control to assist management in the formulation and implementation of strategy.
To accomplish this he works with the rest of the management team to ensure that resources are efficiently and effectively acquired, maintained, and deployed in the best interests of all of JBRC’s stakeholders.
Mr. Pallies has more than 20 years’ experience as a senior financial manager in non-profit organizations serving low-income populations experiencing challenges with homelessness, mental health and addiction.
He has a Master of Science in Management from the University of Pennsylvania, a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Rutgers University and is a Certified Management Accountant.
www.jbrcnj.org
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Anxiety and Agoraphobia with Drew Linsalata Jul 21, 2020

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Kristin and cohost, Georgia, speak with Drew about living life and working through life with anxiety and agoraphobia.
Drew is the creator and host of The Anxious Truth, a slightly unorthodox anxiety podcast that’s been in full swing since 2015. With over 500,000 downloads (and growing), The Anxious Truth has spawned a large, vibrant and engaged social media community of amazing humans supporting, inspiring, encouraging and empowering each other to overcome anxiety and fear.
Having suffered with anxiety, panic disorder, agoraphobia, and depression several times over a 20 year period, Drew got it together once and for all in 2008. Since then life has been happy, productive, and “normal” (although we’d all be hard-pressed to define normal at times).
For the last 15 years Drew has been active in the online anxiety community, working to use his experience and understanding to help those that are following down the path he’s traveled. His no-nonsense approach to these problems and willingness to provide direct, actionable advice even when it might not be easy to hear, has established him as a unique voice in the community.
https://theanxioustruth.com/
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Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Riding You Through a Pandemic Jul 15, 2020

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Join Dr. Lisa Day and Kristin as they talk about how Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs can play a role in how well all of us deal with Covid-19, social distancing, mask wearing, and our mental health.
Dr. Lisa Day is a clinical psychologist and registered nurse. She has been working with Meier Clinics for over 25 years.
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Fashion and YOUR Mental Health Jul 14, 2020

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Join Alexandra and Kristin as they talk about fashion and how adaptive fashion lines have grown to include Mental Health!
Alexandra Herold about the importance of adaptive clothing for persons with disabilities.
Patti + Ricky is the Adaptive Fashion Marketplace adults and kids with disAbilities, chronic conditions, hidden disabilities such as sensory processing, anxiety, autism to aging seniors, and caregivers.
Shopping does not typically include or embrace differences and individuals with disAbilities. Patti + Ricky changes this with an inclusive shopping experience for all.
https://www.pattiandricky.com/
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Behind the Scenes of Entertainment Employment and Mental Health Jul 13, 2020

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Join Kristin and her guests, Lori and Jennifer, discussing how behind the scenes workers in the entertainment industry (the people who build the sets, hold the cameras, set up the lighting, etc.) are so heavily stigmatized when it comes to mental health.
Lori Rubinstein is the Executive Director of the Behind the Scenes Foundation, a 501(c)3 charity which she has been with since its founding in 2005. Lori has been in the entertainment industry for over 40 years. She was the Executive Director of the Entertainment Services and Technology Association, an industry trade association, for almost 30 years until her retirement in 2018. During her tenure she oversaw the creation and development of the ANSI-accredited Technical Standards Program and the Entertainment Technician Certification Program among other initiatives. Her experience in the industry also includes working as a professional dancer, as a lighting designer and stage manager for dance, symphony, theater and musicals, and for industry businesses including a theatrical lighting supply company, a theater consultancy firm, and a manufacturer of entertainment products.
www.behindthescenescharity.org
Jennifer Leff, LCSW is a Senior Director at MusiCares, the charity of the Recording Academy. Prior to her work at MusiCares over the past ten years, Jennifer had a private practice in New York City for 13 years where she worked with adults and couples, many of whom were in the creative arts world. Prior to her private practice, she worked in hospital settings with individuals living with chronic and severe and persistent mental illnesses and was also the director of an outpatient mental health clinic.
www.musicares.org
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The Effects of Colorism on Mental Health Jun 24, 2020

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One of our most downloaded guests, counselor Steven Welch joins us to discuss the topic of Colorism.
1. What is colorism ?
2. Why do we need to know about colorism as mental health practitioners?
3. What are some examples of colorism?
4. What is the connection between colonialism and colorism?
5. What are your automatic thoughts when you see a dark skinned black man?
6. How does colorism impact self-esteem?
7. What are some examples of colorism in the media?
8. Where else is colorism practiced around the world?
9. How is colorism expressed in your household?
10. What are some resources to learn more about colorism?
Steven Welch is a seasoned psychotherapist with over 27 years of experience in the areas of addiction, HIV, LGBT, adult and adolescent care.
As a Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, ACSW, CCTP and Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC), he is able to adapt his clinical knowledge to support clients in a wide spectrum of life stressors.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/steven-p-welch-new-york-ny/56740
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Music Therapy and Mental Health with Jon Samson Jun 16, 2020

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Jon and Kristin talk about the importance of music as a therapeutic modality in mental health. Jon shares his unique way of working with children and adults to help them get comfortable and let the healing in!
In Johannesburg, South Africa, Jon grew up hearing that “children should be seen and not heard” which helped inspire his life’s work. In addition to be a leading advocate for music therapy and education reform, his ultimate goals are to help children to have a larger platform to be listened to and understood while also inspiring the Child Archetype in people of all ages, particularly adults; parents, teachers, care givers, mental health professionals and beyond.
Rooted in indie pop, the music of his Grammy winning Ageless: Songs for the Child Archetype consists of playful and imaginative arrangements which are thoughtful and complex yet deliver a simple message about striving for balance and harmony. The Child Archetype is always being expressed, as Jon puts it “either through shadow (childish) or light (child like).” This unique project offers a beautiful sensory experience that is full of heart and serves a guiding message to ignite personal growth, positivity and creative expression. Children from Jon’s private practice are featured on the album, which provided a fantastic opportunity to empower them with a chance to be heard by many. His recent interview on Andrew and Polly’s Sirius XM Kids Place live show has sparked enthusiasm throughout the community.
Jon Samson is the first native South African to win the award for Best Children’s Album. His other accolades include taking first place twice in the International Songwriting Competition, Parents Gold Choice, and receiving the John Lennon Songwriting Contest grand prize.
LISTEN: JON SAMSON - AGELESS: SONGS FOR THE CHILD ARCHETYPE
Stream: https://soundcloud.com/jonathan-18-1/sets/ageless-songs-for-the-child-archetype-by-jon-samson/s-mMMUA
Special artists and guests on the album include: Marty Beller (They Might Be Giants), Bess Rogers, Chris Kuffner and Hannah Winkler (Ingrid Michaelson Band) Wouter Kellerman, Grammy winning flutist from South Africa, 6 year old cellist Darius Kalantari, son of last years Grammy Winner for Best Children’s Album, Lucy Kalantari, and Andrew Futral known best for his work with Field Mouse.
Ingrid Michaelson, Musician, on Ageless "Jon Samson has a way of writing songs for kids that are really for all of us. If you have a child, a dog, a friend, a stuffed animal ... you NEED to listen to this. It’s too important."
Caroline Myss, best selling author and teacher on Ageless: “Jon’s music is just enchanting for children, but even more so for adults to nourish their Child Archetype within. He is truly a gifted artist, teacher and visionary.”
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