We’re excited to be kicking off 2025 with an incredible guest, Maureen Francois, for today’s episode!

Maureen Francois is a wife, mom of 4 daughters, licensed therapist based in Salina, KS, and the co-owner and founder of Wild Hope counseling therapy practice. Maureen has a love for maternal mental health; she is passionate about helping women discover their resilience, and manage their depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma in motherhood.

Maureen also specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), and is a Registered Play Therapist.

Motherhood is glorified in our society; we’re made to believe we can ‘do it all’, without help from anyone. It’s time that we CHANGE this narrative, and stop comparing ourselves to other moms who we think have it ‘all together’ (newsflash - they don’t either)!

We know you’re going to love this enriching conversation with Maureen, and be empowered to get support in ALL aspects of your health!

In today’s episode about taking a collaborative approach to maternal mental health, we’re covering:

• Maureen’s journey as a therapist + her passion for maternal mental health that led to her co-founding Wild Hope
• The importance of giving people choice when it comes to their mental health
• The significance of getting prenatal mental health support + collaborative relationships with other providers
• Seeking therapy as preventative wellness care vs. reactive care
• Reasons that may be keeping women from seeking therapy
• Shifting your view on getting support with your health + moving away from that ‘comparison’ mindset
• Realizing there isn’t one ‘thing’ that is going to change everything for you, and the process won’t always be fun or appealing
• EMDR therapy + how to know if this would be beneficial for you

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Links/Resources:

• Follow Maureen & the Wild Hope team on Instagram @wildhopekc
• Learn more about working with Maureen by visiting her website
• Follow on Instagram @the.pelvis.project
• Follow Megan on Instagram @kansaspelvichealth
• Follow Roxi on Instagram @goodlifepelvichealth
• Check out Megan's website
• Check out Roxi's website