Paths with Healing

Paths with Healing

By Deborah E. Padilla, LMSW, CTPHealth & FitnessMental Health
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Paths with Healing episodes

  • E4: The Great Depression

    In the fourth episode, we sit down with Vicki Ferreira founder of "New York Tristate Lady Hiker Goddesses Group", Masters Olympic Weightlifter and avid hiker.

    Vicki talks about her experiences with severe depression, love for hiking, and her reflection on the simple things. As she continues the conversation surrounded by the severity of her depression, Vicki reflects on how she climbed out of it, on and off the trails.

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    Support this Podcast: ⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hikingpodcast⁠⁠

    HIKING IS MY THERAPY IG: @hikingismytherapypodcast

    Vicki's IG: @vickif49

    New York Tristate Lady Hiker Goddesses Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/1252931101756365/

    31 min
  • E3: Keep Your Eyes On the Pink Skies

    In the third episode, we sit down with Dawn Rivera, founder of "Sunset Chasers", Wyanokies/Ramapo West Local Trails Chair for New York-New Jersey Trail Conference, featured on ABC 20/20, The Star-Ledger, Daily Record, mother of two college boys, healthcare professional, Moderator of "Hike New Jersey", and volunteer superhero. Dawn talks about her experiences with losing a child and how hiking allowed her to navigate through the stages of grief.

    Dawn also discusses how signs from the universe have lit up the sky to help her find her way back to her son.

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    Support this Podcast: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hikingpodcast⁠

    HIKING IS MY THERAPY IG: @hikingismytherapypodcast

    Dawn's IG: @hikingchick19

    24 min
  • E2: Stop! In the Name of Anxiety

    In the second episode, we sit down with Tyrone Welch, creator of "Hiking While Black", and Podcast Host of "It's Just Different With Tye". He talks about his experiences with childhood trauma, violence, poverty, and anxiety.

    Tye continues the conversation by discussing how he has learned to recognize anxiety-induced triggers and, most notably, how hiking has continually impacted that process.

    Please support this podcast and subscribe: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠ and ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠.

    Support this Podcast: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hikingpodcast⁠

    HIKING IS MY THERAPY IG: @hikingismytherapypodcast

    Tyrone's IG: @hikingwhileblackny

    Tyrone's FB: @hikingwhileblackny

    Tyrone's Website: ⁠https://hikingwhileblackny.com⁠

    Tyrone's YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwdb3lW9wN4dxoeceSV0IyQ⁠

    28 min
  • E1: Every Path Has a Silver Lining

    In the first episode, we sit down with our host, Deborah E. Padilla, LMSW, CTP, founder of PATHS WITH HEALING Inc. 501(c)(3), therapist, author, board member, social worker to discuss who she is and what this podcast is about.

    Based out of New York and New Jersey, Deborah discusses her mental health and hiking experiences throughout the years; and how that has positively impacted her success. In addition, she highlights how others have had similar experiences and how they can be found in this podcast.

    Subscribe: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠.

    Support this Podcast: ⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hikingpodcast⁠⁠

    HIKING IS MY THERAPY IG: @hikingismytherapypodcast

    Deborah's IG: @pathswithpadilla

    Deborah's FB: @deborahepadilla

    Deborah's Website: ⁠⁠https://www.deborahepadilla.com

    15 min

About Paths with Healing

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Paths with Healing is an inspiring podcast exploring the intersection of mental health, nature, and adventure. Each episode features real, raw, and inspiring stories from individuals who have found healing, resilience, and personal growth through the outdoors. From hiking and climbing to camping and swimming, discover how nature and outdoor experiences can be transformative tools for mental well-being.