The Mental Mile

In this episode Kristi and Kjersti interview Amy Shull, LPC & LMFT about the role of mentorship.  Amy Shull was a supervisor and mentor to both Kjersti and Kristi during their training years as young therapists.  Amy now has a private practice based in Fort Collins, Colorado.  Amy discusses the difference between therapy and mentorship and how the two are interlaced.  She discusses key qualities to look for in a mentor, and the responsibilities of the mentee.  Amy draws from her personal and professional experiences and expertise. 

To learn more about Amy Shull's private practice please visit her listing on Psychology Today.

Current favorite instagram accounts:  Please Faith Broussard Cade @fleurdelisspeaks & Suzy Reading @suzyreading

Books by Kjersti and Kristi: Running for Mental Health A How-To Guide & Self-Care 101 for Busy Parents.

Connect with Us: Podcast @thementalmile, Kristi @parentselfcare, Parent Self-Care Blog, Kjersti www.kjerstinelson.com @kjersti_running_therapy,

A deep dive into distance learning. We share our top tips and resources to stay sane while homeschooling your children during a pandemic.

Featured in this Episode: Door Monkey lock, Surge Capacity article, Growth Mindset Back-to-School care package PDF, creating a Growth Mindset homework corner, GoNoodle, Cosmic Yoga + calming glitter jars

Books + Podcasts: The Joy of Movement, We Live for the We + The Longest Shortest Time parenting podcast

Power Up Songs: Greatest Love of All, I Wanna Dance with Somebody + Higher Love by Whitney Houston

Our Recent Favorites: Kjersti’s DIY favorites for kids on Pinterest + Kristi’s new bath time obsession from @mothercould

Books by Kjersti and Kristi: Running for Mental Health A How-To Guide & Educator Wellness During Uncertain Times

Connect with Us: Podcast @thementalmile, Kristi @parentselfcare + Parent Self-Care Blog, Kjersti www.kjerstinelson.com + @kjersti_running_therapy

Behind the scenes scoop about creating the podcast and how two moms and therapists are coping during a global pandemic: creating, side hustles, learning new things, staying connected, home routines, social justice, core values, introspection, mindfulness + self-care.

Featured in this Episode: Graphic Designer Emily Doliner @emilydolinerart, Therapist + Artist Lindsay Braman @lindsaybraman, Mindfulness Expert + Author Shauna Shapiro, Ph.D. @drshaunashapiro + “Good Morning, I Love You” mindfulness book

Our Recent Favorites: “Too Much and Never Enough How My Family Created the World’s Most Dangerous Man” by Mary L. Trump, Ph.D + "Such a Fun Age" by @kileyreid

Connect with Us: Podcast @thementalmile, Kristi @parentselfcare, Parent Self-Care Blog, Kjersti www.kjerstinelson.com @kjersti_running_therapy, "Running for Mental Health" book by Kjersti

Welcome to The Mental Mile where we talk about all things parenthood, wellness + career. Get to know your hosts Kristi Yeh + Kjersti Nelson, and hear more about to expect when you tune in every other week. We chat about how we met over a decade ago, the evolving concept of wellness, and the different ways people can heal and grow.

Connect with Us: Podcast @thementalmile, Kristi @parentselfcare + Parent Self-Care Blog, Kjersti @kjersti_running_therapy + "Running for Mental Health" book by Kjersti