Bringing Intimacy Back

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Dr. Jada Jackson is an author, counselor, and talk show host. Jada Jackson is known for her transparent, practical style of communicating and training. Her ultimate goal is to guide her clients in a meaningful and purposeful living, particularly in the areas of spiritual growth, personal & professional development, emotional management, and behavioral modification. Jada is the President of Total Life Counseling Center – Dallas. Jada is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida and a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. Additionally, Jada currently works as counseling psychology professional and mental strength counselor for the National Basketball Association & National Basketball Players Association Health Education Program. She also works as an Educational Trainer and Peak Performance counselor for the Major League Baseball Association and the WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) Organization.

If you would like to Connect with Dr. Jada Jackson:

www.jadajackson.com

www.facebook.com/DrJadaLMHC

www.linkedin.com/in/jadajacksonhill

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Purchase Dr. Jada Jackson's Book: https://www.amazon.com/ReFrame-Developing-Perspective-Massive-Success/dp/1974444589?SubscriptionId=AKIAIOCEBIGP6NUBL47A&tag=&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=1974444589

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Joan Childs, LCSW, has been in clinical private practice as a psychotherapist since 1978, specializing in couple's therapy. In addition, she is an expert in Codependency, Inner Child Work, Original Pain Work, and Second Stage Recovery.

Joan is also an author, writing THE MYTH OF THE MAIDEN: On Being a Woman and WHY DID SHE JUMP?  My Daughter's Battle with Bipolar Disorder is under contract for a movie presently in pre-production. In the past, Dr. Childs has had her own TV series called SOLUTIONS, which was dedicated to the memory of her daughter, Pamela Anne Glassman focusing on patients and families who have loved ones suffering from mental health disorders. She is also the founder of the Pamela Anne Glassman Educational Center located in South Florida.

I HATE THE MAN I LOVE: A Conscious Relationship is Your Key to Success is Joan's third book which was released on October 11, 2020

Joan Childs has appeared on many national radios and TV shows including The Oprah Winfrey Show.

For more info on connecting with Joan Childs:

https://joanechilds.com/

https://www.facebook.com/joanechildslcsw/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanechilds/   

To order books by author Joan Childs:

https://www.amazon.com/Books-Joan-E-Childs-LCSW/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3AJoan+E.+Childs+LCSW

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Dr. Sara Rosenquist is Board Certified Clinical Health Psychologist. She is the author of "After the Stork:  The Couple's Guide to Preventing and Overcoming Postpartum Depression", enjoys working with clients from her office in Cary, NC. On the show, Dr. Sara Rosenquist will touch on the topic of Infertility and Intimacy in relationships and breakdown tips on how to work through your relationship and emotional stress that comes with it all when it comes going toward the path of making a baby. If you would like to reach out the Dr. Sara Rosenquist:

https://www.drsara.com/

https://www.facebook.com/DrSaraRosenquist

To purchase Unraveled: A Mother and Son Story of Addiction and Redemption by

Laura Cook Boldt and Tom H. Boldt, check out Amazon or everywhere books are sold.

https://www.amazon.com/Unraveled-Mother-Story-Addiction-Redemption/dp/1632993198

https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-boldt-35708163

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Tammi Pickle was literally born to be a matchmaker! She is the Vice President and partner of Elite Connections International, which is a family owned business for more than 26 years. Tammi has been featured on countless magazines, TV, Radio and news publications as a matchmaker and coach in dating. During this time of COVID and dating being difficult finding the right person that you vibe with, sometimes ladies and gentleman, we may need a little help, so If you are interested in finding a good match for you, a friend or even a family member, check out Elite Connections International.

www.eliteconnections.com

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https://www.instagram.com/eliteconnections_/

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Jessica Sagastume is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Bilingual and Immigration Counselor who has made it her mission to support and help Hispanics and Immigrants to help them to “trust the process” as they embark upon their therapeutic journey of healing and self-discovery within themselves and with their relationships. Jessica integrates various treatment interventions. 

For more information:

www.restoringhopeswfltherapy.org

https://www.facebook.com/jessica.sagastume.9

https://www.instagram.com/capecoraltherapist_rhc/

Call: (407) 545-3250

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Recently on the Bringing Intimacy Back show, we had a special guest Kathy Kates, a pelvic floor therapist, and bilingual family nurse practitioner. Kathy Kates works with women, men, transgender, and non-gender non-conforming patients experiencing chronic pelvic pain and other pelvic floor dysfunction. On the show, Kathy Kates will discuss how intimacy and, having pelvic floor dysfunctions affects your life with you and your partner, as well as tips to enhance your intimacy with your partner.

For More information on Kath Kates and her services:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathy-kates-pelvichealth/

https://www.instagram.com/pelvicfloornp/

https://pelvichealthsupport.com/

Phone: (617) 651-1436

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Dr. Talal H. Alsaleem is an award-winning marriage counselor and researcher. Dr. Talal is the author of the acclaimed book, Infidelity: The Best Worst Thing that Could Happen to Your Marriage. Dr. Talal is the founder of the Infidelity Counseling Center. On the show, Dr. Talal will provide the audience with essential information to broaden their understanding of infidelity, as a construct as well as its causes and impact.

For More Information on Dr. Talal H. Alsaleem:

http://talalalsaleem.com/

https://www.facebook.com/DrTalalHAlsaleem

https://twitter.com/DrTalalAlsaleem

https://www.instagram.com/dr.talal.h.alsaleem/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/infidelityrecoveryexpert/

You can order Dr. Talal Alsaleem: "Infidelity: The Best Worst Thing that Could Happen to Your Marriage" On his website.

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Special Guest Rev. CJ was born and raised in the Adirondack Mountains in New York, Rev. CJ and his husband Richard have a home there for a summer retreat.  Rev. CJ and Richard have been partnered twenty-seven years and were married in 2004. They have two adult sons.  Rev. CJ has served congregations in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. He served as Director of Religious Education for eight years in a Massachusetts congregation. He has served as a hospice chaplain and a chaplain in a forensic unit of a Massachusetts state hospital. Rev. CJ describes his ministry as pastoral, stating that he receives the greatest satisfaction from being in a relationship with congregants and offering care, support, and guidance. 

Re Cj's mission:  "All Faiths Unitarian Congregation is a welcoming, caring community seeking diversity, practicing openness, and encouraging personal and spiritual growth."We are working toward a just, free, peaceful, and compassionate world."

 For more information on Rev. CJ and services:   

www.facebook.com/allfaithsuc

 https://www.allfaithsuu.org/

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On the Bringing Intimacy Back show, we had special guest Elizabeth Martin. Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern and Addictions Counselor Ms. Elizabeth Martin, the owner of Advanced Counseling of Fort Myers, LLC., is a Master’s level Mental Health Counselor who is currently pursuing her State license in Mental Health Counseling. Ms. Martin has worked in a wide variety of environments such as a psychiatric hospital and mental health and substance use treatment centers. Elizabeth has four years of experience working at an inpatient psychiatric hospital. Two years working in Felony Drug Court for Lee County. Elizabeth discussed how addiction can become the “Other” Lover in your relationship. How substance can take over your whole world and destroy relationships. Elizabeth gives tips on taking steps to recovery as a couple and as an individual and, in possibly saving your relationship.

For more information on how to connect with Elizabeth Martin:

https://www.facebook.com/Advanced-Counseling-of-Fort-Myers-LLC-529750310788352/

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