CWC Talks

Taylor Morris came out to himself as male at the age of 18, thus beginning a journey that he reflects on in this conversation about gender identity, the coming out process, and gender transition.

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CWC clinician Jon Parker reflects on being a Black man and a counselor. He shares his thoughts on what Black people need to know about counseling, and discusses how his childhood, racial dynamics in the US and abroad, and even time in a cult have shaped how he sees himself and connects with others.

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Anxiety is one of the leading mental health issues on college campuses. Join us to learn some tangible, easily accessible, evidence-based ways you can work on reducing your anxiety.

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What are you planning to do for the rest of your working life? No pressure--just one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. Join us as we discuss the decisions, changes, and mental health challenges of figuring out the career that’s right for you.

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Group therapy is a powerful opportunity to work on things most of us experience, like social anxiety, lack of self-confidence, public speaking, and wondering what other people are thinking. Join us to learn more about what to expect in group therapy, and why this resource might be great for you.

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In this episode, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Olivia Pitkethly shares about why the holidays can be hard, especially if you’ve lost someone. She suggests ways to take care of yourself this holiday season, and shares creative ideas for remembering your loved ones, even if they can’t be physically with you.

• The 3 Cs of Holiday Grief
• Creative Ways to Honor Your Loved One During the Holiday Season

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Dr. Peggy Rios first heard about a meditation as a college student and quickly dismissed it as not for her. At 28, she rediscovered meditation and began a journey she’s been on for decades—one that has taught her much about paying attention and what really matters. In this episode we talk about therapy, paying attention, and how spirituality, broadly defined, can help us all navigate these difficult times.

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Emotions live in the body, yet many of us spent most of our time in our heads. While the mind is a powerful tool, healing anxiety, trauma, and toxic perfectionism requires an ability to feel our emotions and reconnect with our bodies. In this episode, UF alum, counselor, and group fitness instructor Melanie Mason shares how she is learning to be in her body, challenge harsh and unrealistic expectations for herself, and help others do the same.

• The Liturgists Podcast, Embodiment – released March 8, 2018
• The Liturgists Podcast, Eating and Body Positivity with Evelyn Tribole – released April 16, 2020
• Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma by Peter A. Levine
• The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk
• Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, by Lori Gottlieb
• Tara Brach’s meditations on the topic of Embodiment
• Arielle Schwartz’s article Embodiment in Somatic Psychology

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We are living in unprecedented times, with high levels of uncertainty impacting our mental health. We invited Dr. Jillian Vella and UF CWC AWARE Ambassador Emily Oliva for a candid discussion about self-care and mental health in a culture that often promotes superficial and quick fixes. Join us as we discuss living with uncertainty and how to genuinely care for yourself amid many unknowns.

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What makes a relationship healthy or unhealthy? Is conflict good or bad? What is couple’s counseling? How can people repair connection after an argument? Today we explore these questions and more with Dr. Lisa Buning.

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