In this episode we will explore Brainspotting (BSP), which is a therapeutic modality. Brainspotting is an evidence-based therapeutic modality that uses eye positions or “brainspots” to help clients process trauma.

The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/

In this episode we will explore Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which is a therapeutic modality. CBT is an evidence-based therapeutic modality that looks at your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.

The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/

In this episode we will explore Internal Family Systems or (IFS), which is a therapeutic modality. IFS is a non-pathologizing approach to therapy which asserts that there are no bad parts, only parts forced into bad roles.

The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/

In this episode we will explore the importance of Attachment - part 2. We'll explore the elements that make up an avoidant attachment style, a disorganized attachment style, and an earned secure attachment style.

The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/

In this episode we will explore the importance of Attachment. We'll explore the elements that make up both a secure attachment style and an anxious attachment style.

The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠oakandstreamtherapy.com⁠⁠⁠

The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help, improving their mindset, and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long. However, the interview episodes are a bit longer. I want you to remember to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. You can check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode I am interviewing Shanique Victoria Edwards on the topic of Black mental health in Canada.

Shanique Victoria Edwards is a psychotherapist in Ontario, Canada. A Knowledge Translation Specialist with the Cundill Centre for Child and Youth Depression (CAMH). A mental health consultant with Black Mental Health Canada, and a public speaker. She also serves on the steering committee for The Health Research Council for People of African Descent. Her areas of research focus on racial trauma and mental health resilience. Shanique is a passionate advocate for the diverse and unique mental health needs of BIPOC individuals. 

You can find out more about her at ⁠https://www.shaniquevictoria.com/

In this episode we will explore a bit about ACEs, which stands for Adverse Childhood Experiences. We'll explore some examples of ACEs, we'll look at how your ACE score can impact your health, and if you'd like to you can do a quiz to figure out your ACE score.

The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠oakandstreamtherapy.com⁠⁠

The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help, improving their mindset, and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long. However, the interview episodes are a bit longer. I want you to remember to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. You can check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode I am interviewing Michael Fischhoff, a psychotherapist from Ontario, Canada who trains other therapists about suicide ideation.

Mike has a passion for social justice, mental wellness, and self-care. He draws upon his 12 years of working with people with trauma and is an educator within the mental health and addictions field to provide evidence-based treatments tailored to meet client and group needs. He has more than 15 years of experience working with children, youth, and their families through complex situations and scenarios.

In response to a conversation with a survivor of sex trafficking, in 2009, Mike started a work to help those caught in sex trafficking called Fight4Freedom. Through working with a team of dedicated staff and volunteers, they hope to identify and give support to individuals impacted by the sex industry and trafficking.  

You can find out more about him at www.onthejourney.life

In this episode I will share a simple relaxation and affirmation meditation. Listen to it anytime you want to let go of the stress and receive light, warmth, peace, and some words of affirmation.

The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, although this one is a bit longer. At the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠oakandstreamtherapy.com⁠⁠

In this episode I will share 3 Tips for Surviving the Holidays. For some people the holidays are a time of excitement and fun, but for others it can be a time filled with triggers, anxiety, stress, and sadness. These 3 tips may help you not just survive the holidays but thrive over the holiday season.

The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠oakandstreamtherapy.com⁠⁠