In this heart-to-heart conversation, your hosts, the dynamic mother-daughter duo Cynthia Garrett (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) and Madeline Farquharson (Certified Professional Coach), along with their esteemed guest, Ellie Lane (Leadership Coach and LICSW), dive into a topic that touches many but is spoken about by few: the complexities and sensitivities surrounding mental health conversations. This episode is not just a discussion; it's a journey into understanding the shame and awkwardness that often shroud mental health topics, the challenges in suggesting loved ones seek support, and the hurdles in finding the right kind of help. If you've ever wanted to be a beacon of support in the lives of those you care about, or if you're looking to break down the barriers of mental health stigma, this episode is your guiding light.

Key Takeaways with a Twist:

• The Grocery Store Encounter: What would you do if you ran into your therapist at the grocery store? We discuss the nuances of such interactions and how we like to navigate them.
• Tackling the Awkwardness: Understand why discussions about mental health can be inherently awkward and how to approach these conversations with sensitivity and empathy.
• Why Does It Matter Anyway? We chat about why therapy, coaching and other forms of support are so important.
• Decoding Industry Jargon: We dive into the often confusing world of therapy and coaching jargon, offering insights on how to make sense of it all and communicate more effectively with professionals.
• Approaching Mental Health Support as a Standard Recommendation: Discover why it's crucial to treat the search for mental health support with the same seriousness as we would for any other professional service, and how this perspective can transform our approach to mental wellness.

Did this episode hit a little close to home?

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Hosts & Guests

Cynthia Garrett, LMHC  Host

Madeline Farquharson, CPCC   Host

Ellie Lane Guest

More about Ellie

I’m an LICSW, a certified business & leadership coach, trusted advisor, and the founder of Ellie Lane Coaching, a sanctuary for women who are superb at creating lots of things-- except space for themselves.

Working in the field of personal and professional development as a therapist and coach for nearly 30 years, I’ve worked with thousands of clients on a wide range of life issues, and I am passionate about and focused on guiding women with a track record of success to advance at work while sustaining joy-filled lives.

My approach combines deep listening with a perceptive, holistic and action-oriented style to help clients see blind spots, shift perspectives and create new choices in order to sustain both external and internal growth. Coaching programs are uniquely tailored for the individual or organization and offered individually, in groups, and through seminars. Several key programs are communication, resilience, mindset, and self-leadership.

Information

Show: The Knomii Podcast

Published 12/04/2023

Season 1

Rating: Clean

Frequency: Updated Bi-monthly

Length: 37 min

Episode 33

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