Welcome to the first episode of The Clinical Moment. In this opening conversation, co-hosts Amy Davis and Casey Baker share why this podcast was created and what listeners can expect moving forward.

Both hosts work within Lutheran Services in Iowa, a statewide nonprofit with more than 160 years of service and a growing clinical team of over 40 therapists providing care across Iowa through in-person and telehealth services. This podcast was created to highlight the people behind the clinical work and to make mental health conversations more human, relatable, and accessible.

In this episode, Amy and Casey introduce themselves, reflect on their roles in clinical services, supervision, and education, and discuss the value of authenticity, collaboration, and ongoing growth. They share how The Clinical Momentgrew out of real conversations between colleagues and why creating space for reflection matters.

Listeners will also hear what to expect in future episodes, including monthly themes such as self-care, relationships, trauma awareness, stress, creativity, and professional development. Each episode will feature LSI clinicians sharing their practice, passions, and lived experience with an emphasis on honesty over perfection.

This podcast is for clinicians, students, clients, and anyone interested in mental health and meaningful connection. The episode closes with a preview of the first guest clinician and an invitation for listeners to engage, ask questions, and join the conversation.