In this episode, Jesie and Brooke explore the ways we can be stuck in uncertainty when decisions need to be made. Releasing the pressure of outcomes and being attached to the "right or wrong" answers, Brooke and Jesie offer suggestions to release ourselves from certainty. This week's letter writer wonders if he should be a dad and if he has what it takes to "be a good one." Join Jesie and Brooke as they broaden the conversation to allow space for the unknown. 

Brooke and Jesie understand the courage and bravery it takes to share one's story. If you'd like to share yours, submit here: https://www.riverbendcolorado.com/podcast

In this episode, Jesie and Brooke are joined by Riverbend Collective Member Phyllis McComb. 

This week's letter writer finds themself battling what feels like a never-ending pattern of self-sabotage. Phyllis joins Brooke and Jesie in exploring some of the reasons we can get in our own way, and how the familiarity of unhelpful behaviors can be so compelling. Providing realistic and practical skills, this episode offers a road out of self-sabotage. 

To find out more about Phyllis and other Riverbend Collective Therapists, visit the website: https://www.riverbendcolorado.com/

Brooke and Jesie understand the courage and bravery it takes to share one's story. If you'd like to share yours, submit here: https://www.riverbendcolorado.com/podcast

In this episode, Brooke and Jesie talk about the human body as a whole system. Discussing the connection between our mind and body, and the ways in which stress can impact us on all levels. This week's letter writer asks curiously about how the mind and body are connected, and how what is happening to us on an emotional or mental level can have such deep impacts on our bodies. Join Brooke and Jesie as they untangle the mind-body connection. 

Brooke and Jesie understand the courage and bravery it takes to share one's story. If you'd like to share yours, submit here: https://www.riverbendcolorado.com/podcast

In this episode, Jesie and Brooke face conflict in relationships head-on. Exploring why conflict can feel so scary, what to do about those emotional and physical responses, and even how to appreciate them. In this episode, Brooke and Jesie propose the idea that relationships can actually improve with conflict, and that closeness can even increase when we bravely step towards discomfort. 

Brooke and Jesie understand the courage and bravery it takes to share one's story. If you'd like to share yours, submit here: https://www.riverbendcolorado.com/podcast

In this episode, Jesie and Brooke welcome back Licensed Clinical Social Worker Erica Henkel to the podcast for part two on healthy sexuality! Erica specializes in taking a holistic approach to engage a mind-body connection and treating spiritual and religious trauma. Erica also specializes in working with individuals, particularly women, deconstructing ideas around their sexuality as a result of influences like purity culture.

This week Brooke, Jesie, and Erica continue the discussion around how to merge emotional love with a healthy sexual relationship. Providing tangible tips, and clear parameters around healthy sexuality, this episode holds space for both those consciously choosing abstinence and those looking to improve their sexual relationships and understanding of themselves. 

To find out more about Erica and her work, follow her on Instagram @truenorthholisticcounseling or check out her website: https://linktr.ee/Ericahenkel.lcsw

Brooke and Jesie understand the courage and bravery it takes to share one's story. If you'd like to share yours, submit here: https://www.riverbendcolorado.com/podcast

In this episode, Brooke and Jesie welcome Licensed Clinical Social Worker Erica Henkel to the podcast! Erica specializes in taking a holistic approach to engage a mind-body connection and treating spiritual and religious trauma. Erica also specializes in working with individuals, particularly women, deconstructing ideas around their sexuality as a result of influences like purity culture. 

This week's letter writer asks why the sexual intimacy in her marriage is difficult, despite having "done it right" by waiting until marriage to have sex. Erica, Jesie, and Brooke draw from personal and professional experience to help sift through helpful and unhelpful ideas around sexuality. 

To find out more about Erica and her work, follow her on Instagram @truenorthholisticcounseling or check out her website: https://linktr.ee/Ericahenkel.lcsw

Jesie and Brooke understand the courage and bravery it takes to share one's story. If you'd like to share yours, submit here: https://www.riverbendcolorado.com/podcast

In this episode, Jesie and Brooke welcome Riverbend Collective Member Phyllis McComb to the podcast! Phyllis specializes in working with women who are navigating early childhood and attachment traumas. Phyllis works with a variety of therapeutic interventions, including hypnotherapy.

This week's letter writer finds herself battling with the stigma around accessing mental health support and how to navigate her family's resistance to her needing a therapist. Phyllis helps Jesie and Brooke debunk some of the most common myths around mental health, and answers that nagging question of what exactly hypnotherapy is. 

To find out more about Phyllis and other Riverbend Collective Therapists, visit the website: https://www.riverbendcolorado.com/

Brooke and Jesie understand the courage and bravery it takes to share one's story. If you'd like to share yours, submit here: https://www.riverbendcolorado.com/podcast

In this episode, Jesie and Brooke welcome Riverbend Collective Member Jeanne Wickham to the podcast! Jeanne specializes in the treatment of addiction and trauma through gentle and respectful intervention. In recovery herself, Jeanne shares openly with our listeners about her journey and how her expertise can help this week's letter writer. 

This week's letter writer finds himself recently sober and confused as to why his wife and family are hesitant to allow him to come close. Through a balanced approach of internal responsibility and community support, Jeanne, Brooke, and Jesie untie the confusion around how families respond to new behavior. 

To find out more about Jeanne and other Riverbend Collective Therapists, visit the website: https://www.riverbendcolorado.com/ 

Jesie and Brooke understand the courage and bravery it takes to share one's story. If you'd like to share yours, submit here: https://www.riverbendcolorado.com/podcast

In this episode, Jesie and Brooke challenge the ideas of "singleness as a waiting season" and the notion of "soulmates." This week's letter begs the question "how can I find the person that is my missing piece?" Taking a closer look at how we choose partners, Brooke and Jesie offer the insight that perhaps it's about character and aligned values. Jesie and Brooke invite you to ditch the "checklist" in exchange for an open mind about love. 

Jesie and Brooke understand the courage and bravery it takes to share one's story. If you'd like to share yours, submit here: https://www.riverbendcolorado.com/podcast

In this episode, Brooke and Jesie unpack the middle ground between selfishness and selflessness. This week's letter writer worries if they'll still be seen as "good" if they stop doing "everything for everyone." Pulling from personal experience and concepts around identity and boundary setting, Brooke and Jesie offer a fresh perspective on finding the beautiful middle in how we can show up for others, after first showing up for ourselves. 

Jesie and Brooke understand the courage and bravery it takes to share one's story. If you'd like to share yours, submit here: https://www.riverbendcolorado.com/podcast