Our healthcare system is littered with systemic issues that are often (intentionally) not talked about. So, let's start a conversation about it! Today, I have Abby Brockman on the podcast who is a Jewish board-certified clinical trauma chaplain. She received her Masters of Divinity from Boston University's School of Theology, completed her clinical residency at the Seattle VA hospital, and worked as a staff chaplain for many years at Seattle Children's Hospital in their Cancer Care Unit, Pediatr...
Nov 12, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Just like all interventions we can use to better our health, we all have our preferences. Some we like and some we don't and that is different for everyone. For me and my clients, tarot can be another great avenue to uncover stuckness and get guidance. Today, I go over the basics of tarot readings, cards, and what you need to know to get started! And, at the end, I pull a message for you! Did you connect with it? Let's get into it!
Oct 31, 2023•20 min•Season 2Ep. 7
As we all know, holistics emphasizes understanding people in their entirety. It is about prioritizing someone's background, culture, mental health, physical health, and so on equally with unconditional positive regard. However, holistics needs to be expanded further- specifically to past or current offenders apart of the criminal justice system who are often written off as bad people who could never change. Forensic psychology is one of the most popular specialties within psychology today. We se...
Oct 10, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 6
All the time we hear the phrase "the authentic self". It's a great buzzword, but what does it actually mean? Many of us use it to describe becoming the "best version" of ourselves or reaching our "full potential". However, what does that actually look like? Today, I discuss my own interpretation of it and how you can tangibly get there. In essence, it's about congruency. It's about identifying our values, goals, and interests and aligning those with our current behaviors. But, without a doubt, i...
Oct 01, 2023•19 min•Season 2Ep. 5
For this month’s episode, I wanted to talk about burnout. Maybe it is because I am at the end of my first year in grad school and have been feeling a little worn out. But, I also think this feeling is all too common for a lot of us. We work really hard, push our limits for too long, do not properly give ourselves a break, and then feel the weight of the world on our shoulders. It's like a marathon. We want to win and beat our competitors. But if we give too much energy at the start, we won't hav...
Sep 10, 2023•59 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Welcome back to another monthly Holistic Tips episode! This month we are discussing grief. Back in September of last year, I posted an episode also about grief called “The Grief Workshop”. If you like this episode, go check that one out as well! The guest had a wonderful story, and I learned so much from her. This episode explains how grief is more than death- how we usually think about grief. In reality, grief is more common than we think. It's about any unexpected change we experience and lear...
Sep 01, 2023•25 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Are you someone who wants to become more consistent in your meditation practice? Or, are you new to meditation and just need some supplies? For this month's episode, I met with Paige Scroger, the founder of May Be Paige, who has a passion for making mediation simpler! She makes handmade meditation kits with a variety of supplies that can help you in your meditation practice (and is located locally in the Washington State area)! She is also a Reiki Master, Sound Energy Healer (crystal and Tibetan...
Aug 13, 2023•43 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Welcome back to another monthly Holistic Tips episode! This month we are discussing the differences between masculine and feminine energy. When we talk about these energies, they do not refer to any specific sex, gender, or societal expectation of either. This energetic relationship exists in all humans which is why they are so important to become aware of so we can see when we are relying on one more than the other. Therefore, if we want to reach our most holistic selves, we must balance them. ...
Aug 01, 2023•27 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Are you interested in astrology but may not know where to start? Or, are you a seasoned astrologer and want to learn more from another expert? Maybe you are just somewhere in between and want to sharpen your skills! If you are one of these people, this episode is for you! Today I speak with astrologer, author, and journalist, Maressa Brown, who wrote the book Raising Baby by the Stars: A New Parent's Guide to Astrology where we not only talk about her wisdom in writing this book but also go into...
Jul 18, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 32
When exploring new avenues of our health, one thing to discuss is our mineral consumption. And, at least in psychology, we don't often talk about the importance of minerals, why we should care about them, and how to better incorporate them into our lifestyles. So, for this episode, I invited Tanja Shaw onto the show who is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Kinesiologist, and mindset coach who specializes in minerals. She is the founder of Fit + Vibrant Coaching Program, owner of As...
Jul 03, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Welcome back to another monthly Holistic Tips episode! This month we are discussing the differences between self-awareness and self-diagnosis, specifically, how stigmatizing self-diagnosing can be. And, although social media is a great tool for the initial understanding of topics (especially for those who do not have access or the means to seek specialty professional help), I emphasize how social media health advice and pop psychology should be taken with a grain of salt. Please always consult w...
Jun 30, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 30
One of the greatest healers of many health concerns is movement, whether that be running, going to the gym, dancing, stretching, walking, or doing yoga. We need movement in order to feel good about ourselves and our bodies. More specifically, when we are talking about yoga, it seems as though it has slowly pushed away marginalized populations from accessing it- just like many other mental health interventions. As a result, Tamika Caston-Miller joined this conversation to not only talk about her ...
Jun 19, 2023•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 29
Earlier this year, I had a CPA on the show who spoke about how our money stories could be impacting our earning potential (Manifesting Money). Since then, I wanted to learn more about how to build healthier money habits, how to have a positive money mindset, how to find balance with our money, and how we can change the way we think about money to improve our overall wellness! Today I invited Tony Steuer onto the show who is an internationally recognized financial preparedness advocate, award-win...
Jun 04, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Welcome back to another monthly Holistic Tips episode! This month we are talking about building trust (either for the first time or after it's been broken). Today, I introduce Brene Brown's BRAVING Inventory and some examples of each. Then, I explain how trust not only needs to be mutual between each person in the relationship, but it also needs to start intrinsically with ourselves. Finally, I end by posing the question: how can we ever begin to trust others if we cannot trust ourselves or not ...
Jun 01, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Relationships are an integral part of the human experience. In fact, humans are social creatures, and with that comes relationships! So whether that be friends, family members, coworkers, intimate ones, ex-partners, our kids, or our pets, we utilize partnerships to not only become closer with someone else but also as a way to grow as individuals and learn about ourselves. Today, I invited Lyndsey Fraser onto the show who is a licensed marriage and family therapist as well as a certified sex ther...
May 21, 2023•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 26
So, we have all heard that communication is key to a healthy relationship. But what does that mean? And what does that look like? Often, we think we are communicating well but, in actuality, we are not in touch with our needs or our partner’s needs. We come across as defensive and it feels like our partner isn’t listening to us. Because of this, we start to have unnecessary arguments and it becomes two partners pinned against each other instead of them fighting the problem together. We also know...
May 08, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Welcome back to another monthly Holistic Tips episode! This month we talking about Polyvagal Theory! I will first share information about Dr. Stephen Porges's theory and each of the nervous system parts that make up our bodies. After, I will share the symptoms you may experience in each. And most importantly, I will end by offering the best interventions to get ourselves out of our fight, flight, and freeze responses. Let's get into it! For More Information About This Theory: https://www.polyvag...
Apr 30, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 24
The human body is complex and interconnected. When it's thriving, we feel great, and the brain is in charge of maintaining this physiological balance. However, if we suffer an injury, especially neurologically like a traumatic brain injury (TBI), our body’s systems become dysregulated, and we can begin to struggle to try to find that previous equilibrium again. So today, I invited Dr. Michelle Eisenmann to join the show! She is a functional neurologist who has earned her doctorate degree in chir...
Apr 23, 2023•58 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Over the course of this podcast, I have brought on a variety of people sharing their expertise in services that could help you with your mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health. However, what does it mean to have a "holistic intervention"? What alternative healing methods could you try that could provide so many additional healing benefits? Today, I wanted to bring on Lacey Katzer, a current holistic practitioner with immense experience and knowledge. She is a state and nationally-cert...
Apr 09, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Welcome back to another monthly Holistic Tips episode! This month we talking about breathing! Specifically, how to breathe to better manage our anxiety and anger. I first dive into the differences between thoracic (shallow/chest) vs diaphragmatic (deep/ belly) breathing and how shallow breath could be contributing to your mental, physical, and emotional impairments. Afterward, I highlight the significance of utilizing breathing techniques to shift out of our stress response within the sympatheti...
Apr 01, 2023•28 min
One of the main reasons I began Holistic Healing and this podcast was my desire to share how alternative sources of healing are just as powerful as what is marketed to us. As I continued to be turned away and unsatisfied by modern medicine, I found myself being called to explore the outdoors. It was then I began to realize how aligning nature can be to help us become our most authentic selves. Today, I have Michelle Klatt, a Canadian content creator, onto the show who is using her platforms to e...
Mar 26, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 20
There are so many healing modalities that go untouched within the Western medical model of psychology- one of which is spiritual psychotherapy. Today, I have Casey Stevens on the show who is a licensed psychotherapist, a certified consciousness coach, and a certified clinical hypnotherapist. She offers a unique combination of behavioral sciences, psycho-education, quantum physics, clinical psychotherapy, intuitive energy practices, ancient medicine techniques, and mystical studies to guide her c...
Mar 13, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Welcome back to another monthly Holistic Tips episode! This month we talking about advancing within the world of psychology, specifically within your degree. It is tough enough to get into college but later pursuing a more advanced degree?! Today, I break down all the different degrees, job opportunities, and the differences between getting a Ph.D. and a PsyD. Let's get into it!
Mar 01, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Many of us have gone through different identities in our lifetime, whether that is within our careers, interests, relationships, etc. There is so much change and suffering we endure and that can bring up very difficult emotions and questions we have to now ask ourselves. But, ultimately, it can foster resilience, strength, and courage. Today, I bring on Luke La Flam, a friend from high school who is now a former D1 athlete, substitute teacher, and aspiring life coach who speaks about his journey...
Feb 26, 2023•56 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Since starting this podcast, I have not spoken with anyone yet who has struggled or still struggles with substance use. For many (if not all), substance use coincides with mental health. Therefore, mental health interventions can be an effective strategy for dealing with substance addictions. [TRIGGER WARNING] Some of the realities of addiction can be overwhelming to listen to. Please, listen with this in mind. Today, I wanted to bring on Caleb Newman who currently has experience being an addict...
Feb 12, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Welcome back to another monthly Holistic Tips episode! Over the last month, I have spoken to many of my clients about the importance of emotional resilience when making changes in their lives. And, to be clear, this is not about having a lack of boundaries, “putting up” with unacceptable behaviors/systemic issues, or ignoring how we feel. Emotional resilience is about having the autonomy, or the choice, to decide the impact and the intensity of the emotions that come up. Emotional resilience is ...
Feb 01, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Within the world of holistics, we talk a lot about mental health, emotional health, alternative healing options, nutrition, spirituality, and gut health. But, I wanted to expand into an area I think is also super important that we don’t often talk about which is our financial health! So today, I brought on Clare Wood who is a money mentor, CPA, writer, speaker, and fellow podcaster. As the owner of The Profit Academy, she uses proven and practical money management principles combined with powerf...
Jan 29, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Are you someone who has experienced a chronic or persistent health issue but can't find its cause? I know that has been my experience! Today, I invited Carly Mariotti to the show to share her personal journey with inflammation, digestive issues, acne, trauma, and more. After years of effort and learning, she is now helping clients become conscious of their habits, get to the root cause of their struggles, and resolve their health complications! With specialties in functional nutrition, acne, hor...
Jan 15, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Happy New Year! Welcome to 2023! A new season for new beginnings, goals, and opportunities! Holistic Healing is growing, and I want to introduce Holistic Tips, a new section of the Holistic Healers podcast, where I share information and interventions each month to help listeners with requested problems they want help with! Let's get into it! For more information about the resources mentioned: https://youtu.be/93_S0vEGE5A
Jan 01, 2023•20 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Are you someone like me who has been trying to heal your acne but just can't seem to find any answers? Today, I invited Kristin Cunningham onto the show who is a board-certified nurse practitioner who specializes in the root-cause treatment of complex acne cases. She earned her undergraduate degree from Johns Hopkins University and her master's degree from Georgetown University. She currently works full-time teaching people how to clear their skin through a comprehensive, holistic approach. List...
Dec 18, 2022•48 min•Season 1Ep. 11
