Join me for an enlightening conversation with Mrs. Gitty Francis LMSW. Gitty Francis grew up in Crown Heights, Brooklyn and currently lives in Houston, Texas with her husband and children where they serve as Chabad Shluchim. Gitty is a staff member of the Behavioral Mental Health Service team under clinical board approved supervision, at Jewish Family Service in Houston. Gitty is also a member of the clinical advisory board of The Wellness Institute and a consultant for mental health initiatives in Jewish Orthodox schools and Chabad Houses.

In this episode “I am asking for a friend,” to a friend, questions that you want to ask but have not been able to ask about mental health challenges with children and teens alike. Gitty brings her wisdom and life experiences and shares with us some wonderful tips and tools. Gitty can be reached at [email protected]

Join a Positive Podcast for another interesting conversation with Mrs. Devora Shabtai, LCSW, PhD candidate is VP of Clinical Development at Onward Living, an addiction rehabilitation program which caters to the specific needs of Orthodox Jewish men in recovery.

In addition to clinical work, Devora has a strong interest in empirical research on Judaism and mental health and has authored several peer-reviewed articles and book chapters on relationships between Religion, spirituality, and psychological wellbeing. Devora lives in Boca Raton with her husband and daughters. This interview addresses, among other things, religious trauma as a part of what can be the crisis ,and also the solution for the addict. Devora takes us into the the Treatment Center wolrd and gives us the background as to how someone might get themselves there, and on to the road of recovery. Devora can be reached at [email protected]

Codependency, boundaries, and enmeshment are three words that I have been curious to learn more about. Who better to speak with on this topic, than Dr. Brad Reedy. Join me for an insightful conversation with Dr Brad Reedy as we dig deeper into these concepts , specifically about parenting with healthy boundaries, and what that actually looks like in our frum lifestyle. I think you will find this conversation to be insightful and helpful. For more information about sponsoring a podcast or setting up your own coaching consultation, go to www.apositivecoach.com . In addition Dr. Brad Reedy can be reached through Instagram at drbradreedy or through his email at [email protected]

Somatic healing/experience is all the rage right now, and seems to be one of the more effective forms of trauma therapy. In episode #26 I sit down with Mrs. Helana Herman to discuss everything Somatic. Unlike standard mental health therapy that focuses prominently on the mind, somatic therapy incorporates body oriented modalities to support clients through their healing journeys. Helana shares with us the background and benefits of somatic experience. In addition she gifts us with a five minute exercise , Where she models for us all what somatic experiencing can look like. This episode will leave you intrigued and interested to find out more about the Somatic healing experience. Helana can be reached at [email protected] or by phone at +1 (919) 637-6833

Join me for a fascinating conversation with Yochanon Polter founder of Fresh Start Retreat Center. We discuss a variety of topics leading to his personal journey that led to his establishment of this center, as well as his incredible insights and reflections on what is a HSP and how we can help them flourish and grow!

Explosive interview with Rabbi Shimon Russell, LCSW & Chief Clinical Consultant of Fresh Start Retreat. Rabbi Russel discusses the importance of connection and unconditional love as the ONLY effective way to raise Frum, emotionally healthy , and stable children. He speaks openly and candidly about his own personal journey which ultimately lead to the last 25 years of his holy work. He speaks frankly and unapologetically about fundamental flaws in our parenting styles and community establishments . Sit back listen and be ready to be exposed to a radically different approach!

In todays episode I speak with Mrs Tzivie Greenberg, Shlucha in Vancouver Washington, as we discuss an important topic,Gam Zu Litovah & Toxic Positivity.

In a  culture of Gam Zu Litovah- This too is for the good- How do we avoid toxic positivity? It's so easy to simply say, this too is for the good, but are we really helping ourselves process our lived experiences or are we just pushing our feelings away in an unhealthy manner. What does Torah and chassidus have to say about these ideas, and what is the best way to step up and deal with our life experiences & challenges. I think you will find this conversation to be insightful and helpful. Plese share your feedback, comment and insights on this episode. You can reach me through my website apositivecoach.com or through instagram at a positive coach.

Join me for a fascinating conversation with Mrs Tzivie Greenberg, Shlucha in Clark County Washington, as we discuss an important topic. In a culture of Gam Zu Litovah- This too is for the good- How do we avoid toxic positivity? It's so easy to simply say, this too is for the good, but are we really helping ourselves process our lived experiences or are we just pushing our feelings away in an unhealthy manner. What does Torah and chassidus have to say about these ideas, and what is the best way to step up and deal with our life experiences & challenges.

If you’d like to sponsor an episode, or set up a free coaching consultation,please reach out through my website www.a positive coach.com .or through instagram at a positive coach.

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A discussion with Dr. Craig Heacock understanding what happens in the body for those who struggle with ADHD both in children and adults as well as anxiety. Which medicines help, how & why they help and the side effects. If you enjoy any or all of my shows, please consider making a donation to support this show. Thank you!

In today's episode I interview Tamar Shames, Tamar is a certified trainer in Collaborative Problem Solving, an evidence-based model of care that helps adults focus on identifying the problems that are causing concerning behaviors in kids and solving those problems collaboratively and proactively. Tamar has a wealth of knowledge on this topic and really understands this method which makes it easier to learn and internalize these ideas. She is passionate about this approach and i personally have found this approach to be very helpful along my parenting journey. I think you will find this conversation to be insightful and helpful! To hear more about this parenting approach you can check out these websites and books. Dr Ross’s website: livesinthebalance.org,Dr Ablon’s website: thinkkids.org  Books: Lost at School- Ross  Raising Human Beings- Ross Changeable- Ablon. Dr Ablon’s Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zuoPZkFcLVs&t=4s. Tamar can be reached at [email protected]