Grow Your Path to Wellness

Grow Your Path to Wellness

By Amanda Kostura & Kelsi AmerineHealth & FitnessMental Health
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Grow Your Path to Wellness episodes

  • Successfully Making a Change w/ Griffin Brown

    Today Kelsi and Amanda had the joy of chatting with Griffin Brown, LISW about the barriers to as well as how we find the motivation for making changes in our lives. Tune in to learn what you can do to help yourself or others make wanted changes in life. 

    You can find Griffin's practice information here: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/griffin-t-brown-akron-oh/262782

    33 min
  • A Woman’s Place in Leadership w/ Jean Roberts

    Today we had the pleasure of welcoming someone very integral to the start of Amanda's career in Social Work, Jean Roberts. Jean shares her journey from Consumer Psychology to Social Service work and now business entrepeneur leading teams of women. This is a MUST listen for not only women who are working their way through the web of organizational leadership, but men as well who can be important ally's alongside us.  

    Learn more about Jean's Mastermind Class 

    40 min
  • The Integrated Self: How Trauma Impacts Our Sense of Self w/ Kelsey Beil

    This week, Kelsi had the opportunity to speak with a colleague Kelsey Beil who shared how trauma, no matter the size, impacts our sense of self. Tune in to learn about how to integrate all parts of yourself to live your best and healthiest life!   

    Resources from today's episode: 

    Books: Parts Work Workbook and Illustrated Guide to Your Inner Life by Tom Holmes, Lauri Holms & Sharon Eckstein, Self-Compassion & The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook by Kristen Neff.

    You can also find Kelsey Beil at Amplify Counseling in Canal Winchester Ohio.

    47 min
  • Men's Mental Health w/ Tom Kostura
    **TRIGGER WARNINGS** suicide, some expletives
    On this post-holiday episode, we explored barriers, benefits and so much more related to Men's Mental Health with Tom Kostura. This episode went SO WELL and sparked so many ideas, we decided to make it a series! Stay tuned for monthly episodes in this new and much needed series: Mandown - Men's Mental Health.
    48 min
  • The Makings of a Social Worker w/ Heather Viering

    Today, while Amanda was out focusing on self-care Kelsi had the pleasure of speaking with the energetic and passionate Social Worker in the making, Heather Viering. Learn more about who become a Social Worker, why they become a Social Worker, and why we are SO PASSIONATE OVERALL about the Social Work Profession!      

    The book Heather mentioned is called Toxic Charity: How Churches and Charities Hurt Those They Help, And How to Reverse It by Robert D. Lupton.

    *Heather also shared about her current Winter Supply drive for basic need items for the homeless in Summit County. She is accepting donations such as waterproof gloves, hats, scarves, socks, coats, hand/feet warmers, blankets through December 27th, 2020. Items will be distributed December 28th - 29th, 2020. If you're interested in donating, please email Heather at [email protected] with the subject line "Drive".

    35 min
  • Therapist in the Wild: Who Are We at Home? w/ Kelsi Amerine
    Today we interviewed our very own show co-host, Kelsi Amerine! Kelsi graciously shared her journey from community mental health work to private practice through healthy boundary setting and self-care. Kelsi also discussed the benefits of nature for our overall health and wellness.  
    *Kelsi's Website: www.guidanceandgrowthpsychotherapy.com
    *Kelsi's TikTok: ggpsychotherapy
    *Kelsi's Facebook: www.facebook.com/guidanceandgrowth
    43 min
  • Emotional Freedom Technique w/ Tijana Coso

    Tijana Coso joined us today to share all her knowledge about how to interrupt the natural stress response to be able to think more clearly by using The Emotional Freedom Technique (aka EFT or Tapping).    

    Want to learn more about EFT? Check out the links below for more information and Tijana's contact information:   

    -Tijana'sEFT YouTube Video  

    -Tijana's Website & Email

    37 min
  • A Deep Dive into Telehealth w/ Michelle Culley

    Today Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Michelle Culley from Middle Path Counseling in Kent, OH shared the history, current practice of and pros/cons about telehealth.  

    Want to learn more about Michelle's counseling practice? Visit their website & Instagram middlepathcounseling 

    38 min
  • How Music Impacts Wellbeing w/ Nicole West
    Today Kelsi and Amanda welcomed Nicole West, LPC to share her knowledge and personal experiences using music as a wellness support for herself as well as her clients. You'll learn immediately applicable tips for working through emotions with music and your whole body through mindfulness.
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    29 min
  • Alternative Therapy Options w/ Britney Cirullo
    Today Amanda and Kelsi were thankful to talk with Britney Cirullo, LPCC, LICDC, Certified Neurofeedback Provider and owner of Alternative Therapeutics in Akron, OH. Tune in to this episode to learn and understand Biofeedback, Neurofeedback and other holistic treatment options for supporting your mental and cognitive wellness. 
    You can find more information about Alternative Therapeutics and their services here:  https://www.alternative-therapeutics.com/; follow their IG & Facebook at Alternative Therapeutics and tune into their podcast, Mindtap with Alternative Therapeutics!
    31 min

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