Parenting Coaching Imagine a job where you were considered the maid, the chef, the scheduler, the chauffeur, the sleep guru, the laundromat, and more. That is just some of the duties that you take on when you become a parent! On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected, Dr. Liz is joined by Dr. Rebecca Schrag Hershberg to break down the business of parenting coaching! Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s one-on-one with Dr. Rebecca: • Hear about Rebecca’s background in the mental health field • Lear...
Mar 11, 2022•11 min
PTSD in Veterans and First Responders Post traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD for short, is a disorder that develops in some people who have experienced a shocking, scary, or dangerous event. Veterans and first responders are two populations who experience especially high levels of PTSD. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected- Dr. Fedrick is joined by trauma expert Joelle Rabow Maletis. Together they explore the world of PTSD in relation to veterans and first responders. Key Takeaways from ...
Mar 09, 2022•11 min
Unconventional Organisation Executive dysfunction is a phrase used to describe when the brain has a hard time with the skills of attention, memory, flexible thinking, and organization/time management. Although it’s not a diagnosis in itself, it describes many of the symptoms that someone with ADHD experiences. Our guest on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Skye A. Rapson. She founded “Unconventional Organisation”, an internet based company that provides research-backed courses and coac...
Mar 07, 2022•11 min
Strengthening the Family Bond If someone were to ask you how you’re doing, odds are- your response would include the word “busy.” We live in a society that is by nature, busy! Chaos is the new normal. Often, family bonding can be left to the wayside. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick: • Learn several ways to make your family bonds stronger All of this and more, on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected. For more information on Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick, visit her website: evolvecounselingaz.com Conne...
Mar 04, 2022•5 min
Therapy For Asian Americans It is imperative that all mental health professionals take part in cultural trainings. It is so important to know how cultural differences can cause mental health issues. Something called microaggressions contribute to anxiety and depression among many minorities, but especially Asian Americans. Brandon Shindo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a psychotherapist. He joins Dr. Liz on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected to explore the topic of therapy for Asi...
Mar 02, 2022•11 min
Silent Retreats We live in a very noisy, fast-paced culture. Sensory overload is a common occurrence in our society. Silent retreats are defined as an event or retreat during which you remain silent. The retreat gives you an opportunity to reflect inwardly and process your thoughts in a calm, constructive way. Dr. Poornima Sharma joins us on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected to help break it down. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Poornima: • Learn about Dr. Sharma’s background a...
Feb 28, 2022•12 min
Parenting a Perfectionist If you’ve listened to any self-help or mental health podcasts lately, chances are that you have heard the term perfectionist . But something that is way less spoken about is how to parent a perfectionist. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected, Hannah Schlueter joins Dr. Liz to speak on this topic! Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Hannah: Hear about Hannah’s background in the mental health field Learn what some common concerns are that lead parents to bri...
Feb 25, 2022•10 min
Diversity in the Mental Health Field According to Psychology.org- racial, ethnic, gender and sexual minorities often suffer from poor mental health outcomes. There are many barriers to care based on demographics in the mental health field, but why? On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected Dr. Fedrick is joined by Nina Sanyal. Nina is going to talk us through diversity in the mental health field. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Nina: • Learn Nina’s background in the mental health fi...
Feb 23, 2022•12 min
Breaking Down Toxic Relationships with Dr. Taylor Burrowes Conversation, information, and education around toxic relationships is a trend on social media. More and more people are examining their relationships and learning about boundaries and healthy dynamics. But what makes a relationship "toxic"? Is it fair to label a relationship or former partner as "toxic"? Dr. Taylor Burrowes is a Relationship Coach, Counselor, and Matchmaker, and she joins Dr. Liz on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connec...
Feb 21, 2022•11 min
Sound Healing Sound healing has been gaining a lot of traction lately. It is said to help with anxiety, depression, even high blood pressure! But what is sound healing, and how does it help to fix our ailments? Samantha Harper is an Executive Coach and Sound Healer, and she joins Dr. Liz on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected to give us all of the information on Sound Healing. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Samantha: • Hear about Samantha’s background in the mental health field ...
Feb 18, 2022•12 min
Conscious Leadership It’s often asserted that people don’t work for companies, people work for people. How employees feel about their leaders can make all the difference in productivity! Joining us for today’s episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Dr. Ron Stotts. He is going to help us understand the ins and outs of conscious leadership. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Dr. Ron: • Hear about Dr. Stotts’ background • Learn about the different stages of leadership • Find out the importa...
Feb 16, 2022•11 min
Destigmatizing Mental Health with Alexis Perkins from We Are Living Healthy Mental health is becoming something that is more and more readily discussed. But there is still stigma about this topic. Here today to talk about normalizing mental health is Alexis Perkins, the host of We Are Living Healthy. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Alexis: • Hear about Alexis’ background • Learn why Alexis feels that mental and physical health go hand in hand • Hear how being emotionally intelligent c...
Feb 14, 2022•12 min
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, or “DBT” for short, has been gaining a lot of popularity lately, but it is also not completely understood. Joining Dr. Liz for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Ema Grant. Ema is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in DBT, and she helps lay it out for us during this episode. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Ema: • Hear about Ema’s role in the mental health field • Learn the definition of dialectical,...
Feb 11, 2022•11 min
The Three Types of Perfectionism Perfectionism can take such a toll on someone’s life. It can be so hard to overcome, because while perfectionism is wearing on a person, perfectionists also receive praise- which creates a vicious cycle. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected Dr. Liz is joined by Nicole Baker, a life coach. She helps break down all you need to know about perfectionism. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Nicole: • Hear about Nicole’s work and background in the mental ...
Feb 09, 2022•12 min
Erectile Dysfunction and Mental Health with Andrew Reinhart from Bridgeside Medical Clinic Although Erectile Dysfunction is a physical ailment, it can have severe mental health repercussions. It can effect a man’s confidence, self esteem, happiness and overall well- being. Today we are joined by Andrew Reinhart. He works at Bridgeside Medical Clinic, where men can go to help solve this issue. Key Takeaways from Liz’s chat with Andrew: • Hear about Andrew’s background in the field • Learn exactly...
Feb 07, 2022•10 min
Sex Therapy Sex. The word might have peaked some of your interest, and others might have opted out of this episode because of it. The way we are raised impacts how we view and approach sex. Joining us for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Dr. Kristie Overstreet. She is a Clinical Sexologist who is going to break it all down for us. Key Takeaways from Liz’s chat with Dr. Kristie: • Hear about Dr. Kristie’s background and how she got into the field • Learn what exactly sex therapy is • F...
Feb 04, 2022•9 min
Finding Hope In Recovery From Trauma Recovering from trauma requires time and the appropriate professional help for the individual patient. However, the utility of hope during recovery cannot be underestimated. And that is as true as ever as the ongoing pandemic exacerbates mental health issues. Joining this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Eric Christiansen, award-winning Filmmaker and Hope Ambassador. He is here to share his own experience working through trauma and his message of hope f...
Feb 02, 2022•11 min
Dealing with Guilt and Shame Around Parenting with Heidi McBain, LPC Most parents can relate to feelings of guilt or shame surrounding their abilities as a caregiver. And while this isn’t unique to women, it can often affect mothers in uniquely challenging ways. Navigating through mom-guilt can be tricky and knowing the source of these feelings can make all the difference. Joining this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Heidi McBain, a Perinatal Mental Health Therapist. She is here to offer ...
Jan 31, 2022•10 min
Experimenting with The Human Design System Popular personality assessments like the Myers Briggs Type Indicator and the Enneagram are becoming more incorporated in coaching and even counseling these days. Today's episode is all about a lesser known personality assessment called The Human Design System and how it can be used as a tool in personal development. Today’s guest, Jennifer Greiner, a Vitality Coach, Licensed Clinical Counselor, and Art Therapist is here to share how The Human Design Sys...
Jan 28, 2022•12 min
Processing Trauma with Somatic Therapy We all know about the three main trauma responses, flight, fight, or freeze , but many of us haven’t considered how those responses remain in our bodies long after the stressor has gone away. Today's episode offers a new option for working through past traumas. Today’s guest is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in treating trauma with Somatic therapy, trauma-informed yoga, and mindfulness. Dezryelle Arcieri joins Dr. Fedrick to talk...
Jan 26, 2022•11 min
Autism and Mental Health with Thomas Henley Autism is defined as “a developmental disorder of variable severity that is characterized by difficulty in social interaction and communication and by restricted or repetitive patterns of thought and behavior.” Research says that right now 1 in every 54 children is diagnosed with Autism, and that number is continually on the rise. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected- Dr. Fedrick is joined by Thomas Henley, an Autism and Mental Health Advocate. ...
Jan 24, 2022•13 min
Combating Pandemic Fatigue with Community Activities with YMCA of South Hampton Roads It goes without saying that the pandemic has had a huge impact on the overall populations’ mental health. Human interaction and physical activity are both ways to stay mentally healthy. The YMCA is a great place to both be physically active, and to interact with other members of the community! On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected we have Alex Pomozzi, the Senior Brand Experience Director for the YMCA of ...
Jan 21, 2022•10 min
Mental Health in the Workplace with Michelle E. Dickinson As we enter the third calendar year affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, the mental health cultures of companies across the globe are taking a significant hit. Whether from isolation due to working from home or anxiety concerning returning to the office, many employees are struggling and employers are faced with the challenge of caring for their employees in impactful ways. Enter Michelle E. Dickinson, TedX Speaker and founder of Trifecta M...
Jan 19, 2022•11 min
The Benefits and Challenges of Neurodivergence with Cedar Gray In the mental health world new terms come and go, but sometimes the way professionals think about certain conditions changes, too. You may have heard the term "neurodivergent," but did you know that mental health professionals are beginning to change the way they view differences in brain processes? On today's episode Dr. Elizabeth speaks with a guest who is neurodivergent themself. Cedar Gray shares how their neurodivergence has imp...
Jan 17, 2022•13 min
The Healing Power of Flowers with Katie Hess The idea of a bouquet of flowers brightening someones day is one thing, but what if flowers could be used as an effective remedy for a variety of problems? Today Dr. Elizabeth speaks with Katie Hess, Founder and Flower Alchemist from LotusWei about the potential healing properties of flowers. While plants have always been used for medicinal purposes, the type of work Katie does as a Flower Alchemist is unique and challenges traditional views of healin...
Jan 14, 2022•12 min
Reconnecting with Authentic Self-Identity with Dr. Lisa-Marie Del Rio We're all familiar with the term "identity crisis," but many of us haven't considered that we've spent our entire lives in one big identity crisis. Concepts of identity are fragile and susceptible to unhealthy bases, whether that be connected to finances, physical ability, or appearance. So how does one reconnect to healthy, authentic forms of identity? Today Dr. Elizabeth speaks with Dr. Lisa-Marie Del Rio, an expert in heali...
Jan 12, 2022•12 min
Working Through Self-Sabotage with Tyson Derksen All journeys of self-improve and transformation are bound to hit some snags. It's easy to fall into the trap of self-sabotage and walk back any progress you've made. So how do you work through the inevitable setbacks or self-sabotage tendencies? Today Dr. Elizabeth is joined by special guest Tyson Derksen. A long-time health and fitness enthusiast, Tyson channeled his passions into a successful career as a weight-loss coach. He has invaluable expe...
Jan 10, 2022•11 min
Online Coaching for Young Professionals Therapy is an invaluable tool, but what do you do when you need some advice or perspective between sessions? The Journal That Talks Back answers that question with an interactive coaching experience that's always there to lend you the professional support you need. Today Jonathan Friedman, co-founder of The Journal That Talks Back, shares with Dr. Fedrick the concept behind his work and how he came to it. Jonathan has personal experience with needing suppo...
Jan 07, 2022•11 min
The Benefits of Group Therapy It's easy to have a limited idea of what therapy looks like, but today's episode is a welcome reminder that there are many forms of therapy to choose from. Group therapy, for instance, offers a variety of benefits traditional one-on-one therapy can't. Joining Dr. Fedrick for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Brittany Johnson, LPC, from the Western Tidewater Community Services Board. Brittany is the Program Director for the State Opioid Response program whe...
Jan 05, 2022•13 min
Meditation for the Workplace Creating a productive and healthy work environment is a challenge even during normal times. How do you create a thriving workplace when many are still working from home and still dealing with the ramifications from Covid-19? The answer might be surprisingly simple: meditation. Joining this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Meris Gebhardt, Founder of Opulent Mindfulness. She is here to share how her experience in sales and personal history of anxiety led to her f...
Jan 03, 2022•12 min
