What if the greatest gift you could offer others wasn’t advice—but presence?

In this episode of Working Your Way, we sit down with Dr. Kristin Long, DPsa, LP, LCAT, a depth-oriented psychotherapist, drama therapist, and educator whose work centers on trauma, embodiment, and creative healing. Kristin brings a rich background in performance, psychology, and internal inquiry to explore what it means to truly be with ourselves and one another and to build her own diverse and fulfilling career.

We talk about the projections and expectations we internalize from childhood, the lifelong process of unlearning them, and the difference between fixing and witnessing. Kristin shares how her own journey has shaped her ability to hold space with compassion and clarity. Whether you’re a leader, a healer, or simply someone craving more connection, Kristin’s grounded wisdom offers a reminder that healing doesn’t come from knowing all the answers—it comes from learning how to stay.

Resources:

Learn more at https://www.kristinlongnyc.com/

Connect with Kristin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/klongnyc

Listen - Episode 60. Building a Business on Belonging with Paul Tadalan: https://www.selfatwork.com/podcast/episode/53a35a53/60-building-a-business-on-belonging-with-paul-tadalan

Listen - Episode 71. A Guide For Leaders: Building the Foundation for Team Effectiveness: https://www.selfatwork.com/podcast/episode/57ac0ae3/71-a-guide-for-leaders-building-the-foundation-for-team-effectiveness

Connect with me:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/selfatworksandhya/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandhya-sudhakar/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@workingyourwaypodcast

Website: https://www.selfatwork.com/

Produced by NOVA: https://novapodcasting.com/