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In this episode, we’re exploring the real-world challenges and breakthroughs in child therapy and animal-assisted interventions—with insights from our incredible guest, Emily Blazic, a licensed therapist who brings deep experience to the conversation.

Whether you're a parent, a professional, or just curious about how therapy really works with kids.

Referrances or Resoures

Articles: 

1.   National Institute of Mental Health. (2020). Child and adolescent mental health. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/child-and-adolescent-mental-health

2.  Stern, C., Chur-Hansen, A., & Winefield, H. (2013). Children’s perspectives on animal-assisted therapy: The therapeutic bond. Clinical Child Psychology and Psychiatry, 18(2), 177–192. https://doi.org/10.1177/1359104512444116 

Books:

Whole Brain Child: by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson

https://www.amazon.com/Whole-Brain-Child-Revolutionary-Strategies-Developing/dp/0553386697

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Benjamin Santee MA, LPC:

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Flavio Da Silva LMSW, CAADC

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What if something deeper than fear or doubt was keeping you from therapy? What if it’s not just about finding the right time or therapist—but something harder to name? In this episode, we explore the complicated role of shame in getting to therapy and staying in it. How does shame show up in ways we don’t expect? And what happens when we finally face it? Let’s talk about it. 

Referrances or Resoures

Articles: 

1.  Harper, F. W., & Schmidt, L. D. (2016). Shame and treatment dropout: A systematic review. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 72(1), 1-14. 

2. Randles, D., & Tracy, J. L. (2013). Nonverbal displays of shame predict relapse and poorer treatment outcomes in substance use disorders. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 69(1), 1-11. 

3. Luoma, J. B., & Platt, J. J. (2015). Shame and substance use disorders: A systematic review. Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment, 48, 53-63. 

Book:

Love First 

By Jeff Jay and Debra Jay

Link:  https://www.amazon.com/Love-First-Familys-Intervention-Recovery/dp/1616499095/ref=asc_df_1616499095?mcid=8bca3bc099db3ee1b86376d439cc6a73&tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=693033695478&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14135301266194681604&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9017529&hvtargid=pla-1499905358392&psc=1  

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If you have any questions about this podcast or would like to provide comments or suggestions for its hosts, feel free to use the following links or emails:

Benjamin Santee MA, LPC:

Website: https://caringmindscounseling.net/

Email: [email protected] 

Flavio Da Silva LMSW, CAADC

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 Is therapy something you just ‘go along with,’ or do you have a say in shaping your experience? In this episode, we’re diving into the power of self-advocacy in therapy. Can you request a specific approach? What about switching therapists if the fit isn’t right? How do you voice your needs without feeling awkward? Let’s explore how speaking up can transform your therapy journey and help you get the support that truly works for you. 

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Benjamin Santee MA, LPC:

Website: https://caringmindscounseling.net/

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Flavio Da Silva LMSW, CAADC

Website: https://growingmindsgr.com/

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This episode discusses common approaches used in therapy and the application of these modalities to client needs. Removing does this help with removing the mystery to the process of therapy? 

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Claystone Clinical Associates PLC has been committed to the community for over 55 years! 

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Thanks for listening!

I hope this episode helped you in getting to therapy and utilizing therapy effectively.

If you have any questions about this podcast or would like to provide comments or suggestions for its hosts, feel free to use the following links or emails:

Benjamin Santee MA, LPC:

Website: https://caringmindscounseling.net/

Email: [email protected] 

Flavio Da Silva LMSW, CAADC

Website: https://growingmindsgr.com/

Email: [email protected]

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The episode discusses the improtance of treatment planning in therapy and highlights one of the most important elements to the treatment planning process. Tune in to find out. 

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Thanks for listening!

I hope this episode helped you in getting to therapy and utilizing therapy effectively.

If you have any questions about this podcast or would like to provide comments or suggestions for its hosts, feel free to use the following links or emails:

Benjamin Santee MA, LPC:

Website: https://caringmindscounseling.net/

Email: [email protected] 

Flavio Da Silva LMSW, CAADC

Website: https://growingmindsgr.com/

Email: [email protected]

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This podcast episode discusses what to expect at the first therapy session.  Adjusting expectations of what the first session is and understanding the role of self-advocacy.

Your support is always appreciated and Welcomed! Here is a link to support this podcast:

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Claystone Clinical Associates PLC has been committed to the community for over 55 years! 

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Thanks for listening!

I hope this episode helped you in getting to therapy and utilizing therapy effectively.

If you have any questions about this podcast or would like to provide comments or suggestions for its hosts, feel free to use the following links or emails:

Benjamin Santee MA, LPC:

Website: https://caringmindscounseling.net/

Email: [email protected] 

Flavio Da Silva LMSW, CAADC

Website: https://growingmindsgr.com/

Email: [email protected]

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This episode provides a brief overview of  what to consider when selecting a therapist or counselor.

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Thanks you for listening!

Claystone Clinical Associates PLC has been committed to the community for over 55 years! 

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Thanks for listening!

I hope this episode helped you in getting to therapy and utilizing therapy effectively.

If you have any questions about this podcast or would like to provide comments or suggestions for its hosts, feel free to use the following links or emails:

Benjamin Santee MA, LPC:

Website: https://caringmindscounseling.net/

Email: [email protected] 

Flavio Da Silva LMSW, CAADC

Website: https://growingmindsgr.com/

Email: [email protected]

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This podcast episode gives you a brief description of its hosts and why they have chose to do a podcast about the challenges to getting in and staying in therapy.

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Transript of this Episode:

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Thanks for listening!

I hope this episode helped you in getting to therapy and utilizing therapy effectively.

If you have any questions about this podcast or would like to provide comments or suggestions for its hosts, feel free to use the following links or emails:

Benjamin Santee MA, LPC:

Website: https://caringmindscounseling.net/

Email: [email protected] 

Flavio Da Silva LMSW, CAADC

Website: https://growingmindsgr.com/

Email: [email protected]

Social Media:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gettingtothecouchpodcast/?__pwa=1 

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Song Credit:  ( for all Season 1, Episodes 5 and higeher)

Name: Stronger Together

Artist: Evert Zeevalkink

License Crtificate #2239378

Courtesy of: bensound.com