The Search For Serotonin

By The Search For Serotonin

Join host Carolyn Ferrick in an exploration of happiness on The Search For Serotonin, a mental health podcast. As she embarks on a transformative chapter of her life, Carolyn invites you to be a part ... more

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The Search For Serotonin episodes:

May 16, 2022Self Compassion: Using It As An Empowering Force In Healing, Recognizing Our Emotions As Signals To Our Needs, And Mental Health In Young Women ft. Helen Ferguson
This week I was joined by qualified Specialist Trauma Therapist, Helen Ferguson. Helen works with women who have experienced childhood, attachment, developmental, PTSD, or sexual abuse trauma. We discussed self compassion, how to use it as an empowering force, recognizing our emotions as signals for our needs, and mental health in young women.
We Discuss:
Helen’s Background In Therapy Practices And Her Work With Trauma

Connecting With Self Compassion

Not Being Alone In Your Feelings

Trauma And Living In Survival Mode

Using Self Compassion As An Empowering Force In Healing

Recognizing Our Emotions As Signals For Emotional, Physical, & Psychological Needs

Tools For Young Women To Help Their Mental Health

The Brave Women Membership And The Fear To Liberation Membership

What Brings Helen Serotonin

How You Can Work With Helen
Follow Helen on Instagram @helenbferguson , her website, or her Facebook Group
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The Search For Serotonin Spotify Playlist
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FREE 5 Day Gratitude Digital Journal
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Mental Health Resources:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat
...more
35min
May 09, 2022Abortion, PTSD, And Healing Through EFT Tapping ft. Maria Bonita Welsh
TW: Abortion/PTSD/SA
This week I was joined by Fearless Fem Energy Coach, Maria Bonita Welsh! Maria shared about her experience with abortion, how she overcame PTSD through EFT tapping, and additional quick alternatives you can use to help yourself.
We Discuss:
Maria’s Experience With Getting An Abortion And How It Led To PTSD

The Work Maria Does With EFT Tapping And How She Helps Other Women

PTSD, Triggers, And The Fear Of Admitting It

Stigma, Shame, And Anxiety/Depression Surrounding Abortion

Maria’s Mistreatment At The Hospital

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Tapping And How It Helped Maria In Her Healing

How Much Time To Set Aside For Tapping

Other Quick Alternatives Methods To Help You Heal
Follow Maria on Instagram @thevidabonita , Facebook, or check out her free resources on Youtube.
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@thesearchforserotonin
The Search For Serotonin Spotify Playlist
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FREE 5 Day Gratitude Digital Journal
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Mental Health Resources:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat

Abortion Rights Petitions:
Planned Parenthood Ban Off Our Bodies
National Abortion Federation (NAF) Pro-Choice Hotline
...more
35min
May 02, 2022Self Love, Soul Purpose, And Supporting Loved Ones Who Are Struggling ft. Stephanie Zito
TW: Suicide
This week I was joined by an intuitive soul purpose coach, Stephanie Zito! Steph shares her story, and how she became an intuitive soul purpose coach. She talks about self love, soul purpose, and how we can become whole again. In addition to her work as a soul purpose coach, Steph has also been a supporter to her husband who experiences depression. Steph opens up about what it means to be a supporter to someone who is struggling. Tune in because you won’t want to miss this honest and vulnerable conversation.
We Discuss:
What Is A Soul Purpose Coach And How Steph Helps People

Self Love And The Need For External Validation

How Steph Became Aware Of Her Intuition

Chakras, Meditation, And Opening Yourself Up

Not Being Able To Love Yourself

Choosing To Move Forward And Not Staying In The Bad Moments

How We Become Separated And How We Become Whole Again

Steph’s Experiences As A Supporter For Her Husband During His Depression

Setting Boundaries, Taking Accountability, And Asking For Help

Calling The Suicide Hotline As A Supporter
Follow Steph on Instagram @_stephanie_zito
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@thesearchforserotonin
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FREE 30 Day Digital Journal
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Mental Health Resources:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat
...more
37min
April 25, 2022You Are Enough: Perfectionism, Letting Go, And Moving Forward
TW: Sexual Assault
This week I am coming to you solo! I wanted to check in with all of you, since we haven’t done a solo episode since March. This week, I am diving into a recap of my life during March/April, sharing what I learned in the past year as I prepare to turn 25, and I share the final majorly traumatic story in my own mental health journey. Strap in because it’s a heavy episode!
We Discuss:
Recapping Carolyn’s Final ADHD Evaluation Session

OCPD And Perfectionism

Catching Up On March/April

Being An Introvert And Recharging Your Social Battery

Creating A Community Around OCPD

Reflecting On 24 And Sharing What I’ve Learned

Where My Perfectionism Stems From And Taking Messy Action

Carolyn’s Final Majorly Traumatic Experience From The Past

You Are Good Enough
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FREE 30 Day Digital Journal
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Mental Health Resources:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat
...more
42min
April 18, 2022Mental Health + Disabilities: Not Fitting In, Asking Questions, And Positive Psychology ft. Kellina Powell
This week I was joined by young entrepreneur, Kellina Powell. Kellina loves to help people with their personal growth and educate others about the deaf community. Little do people know, Kellina is actually a hard of hearing person who became deaf at the age of 4. She recently graduated with a psychology degree, and is now starting her own online coaching business while finishing working on her book! Kellina and I talked about her experiences as a hard of hearing person, how she manages, and how to open up the dialog surrounding disabilities.
We Discuss:
Kellina’s Story And How She Educates People On Disabilities

The Accurate Terms To Use When Speaking To Someone Who Is Hard Of Hearing

Becoming Deaf At 4 And How That Impacted Kellina’s Mental Health

Bullying And Not Fitting In

Teacher Sabotage That Harmed Kellina’s Anxiety

Maturing Quickly And Seeing The World Different

Managing Daily Life Living With A Disability

Asking Questions And Opening Up The Dialog

Resources To Learn More

Kellina’s Business And Book

Positive Psychology
Follow Kellina @deafqueenboss and her website.
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@carolyn_ferrick
@thesearchforserotonin
The Search For Serotonin Spotify Playlist
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FREE 30 Day Digital Journal
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Mental Health Resources:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat
...more
27min
April 11, 2022Intergenerational Trauma: Women’s Trauma, Cultural Trauma, and Religious Trauma ft. Shalina Lodhia (Part 2)
TW: Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence
This week I was joined by trauma counsellor, master NLP & CBT practitioner, life & career coach, musician, producer, & live stream host of 'real&raw: Conversations with Shalina,’ Shalina Lodhia. Shalina and I continued our conversation on intergenerational trauma, and we specifically focused on women’s trauma, cultural trauma, and religious trauma.
We Discuss:
Shalina’s Reasoning Behind Her Fear Of Ubers (TW: Sexual Assault)

Women’s Trauma And Internalized Fears

Self Defense In America Vs. Australia: What’s Legal & What’s Not

Intergenerational Trauma And How That Plays Into Gender Roles

Intergenerational Trauma In Indian Culture And Domestic Violence In Marriages

Religious Trauma And The Damaging Effects Of Forced Religion

Trauma Inflicted On Children By Their Parents

Genograms And How You Can Use Them To Track Past Trauma

Holding Intergenerational Trauma Passers Accountable

Mental Health: Healing Vs. Managing
Follow Shalina @sed8_ and her Youtube.
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@thesearchforserotonin
The Search For Serotonin Spotify Playlist
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FREE 30 Day Digital Journal
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Mental Health Resources:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat
...more
31min
April 04, 2022Intergenerational Trauma: Suppressing It, Breaking The Cycle, And The Parasympathetic Nervous System ft. Shalina Lodhia (Part 1)
This week I was joined by trauma counsellor, master NLP & CBT practitioner, life & career coach, musician, producer, & live stream host of 'real&raw: Conversations with Shalina,’ Shalina Lodhia. Shalina and I discussed intergenerational trauma, suppressing it, breaking the cycle, and how the parasympathetic nervous system is connected. Shalina shares about her own trauma and how you can interrupt the threat responses to trauma.
We had such a great conversation that it couldn’t all fit into one episode. Come back next Monday for Intergenerational Trauma: Women’s Trauma, Cultural Trauma, and Religious Trauma ft. Shalina Lodhia (Part 2)!
We Discuss:
Shalina’s Indian Background & Childhood Trauma

Defining Trauma And How It Differs From Intergenerational Trauma

Suppressing Trauma And Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms

Getting Help, Seeking Therapy, & Cultural Differences In HealthCare

Parasympathetic Nervous System, Fight Or Flight, & Interrupting Threat Responses

Trauma & Anxiety

Identifying The Source Of Trauma
Follow Shalina @sed8_ and her Youtube.
SHOP MENTAL HEALTH MERCH
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@carolyn_ferrick
@thesearchforserotonin
The Search For Serotonin Spotify Playlist
Download:
FREE 30 Day Digital Journal
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Mental Health Resources:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat
...more
30min
March 28, 2022Intuitive Eating, Gut Health, And Eating Disorders ft. Caroline Green (TW: Eating Disorders)
This week I was joined by Registered Dietitian & Intuitive Eating Counselor, Caroline Green. Caroline specializes in working with clients with eating disorders, disordered eating, GI conditions, and those who want to explore intuitive eating, so they can have a healthier relationship with food. Caroline and I chatted about intuitive eating, gut health, eating disorders, dieting, and mental health.
We Discuss:
What It Means To Be A Registered Dietitian

Caroline’s Struggles With IBS And Thyroid Issues

Defining GI Conditions

Serotonin Levels And Gut Health

Foods You Can Eat To Improve Gut Health

What To Do When You Can’t Rely On Hunger Cues

The Rule Of 3s

Simplifying Eating When You Are Struggling Mentally

Defining The Mental Illness That Is An Eating Disorder

ED Stereotypes

Trauma Increasing The Risk Of ED

Social Media, Fitness Influencers, And EDs

Fad Diets

Intuitive Eating And How It Can Heal Your Relationship With Food

Tips From Caroline For If You Are Struggling
Follow Caroline @carolinegreennutrition, check out her website, and her Meal Planning & Recipes Ebook.
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FREE 30 Day Digital Journal
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Mental Health Resources:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat
...more
47min
March 21, 2022Fawning & Intimacy: Dismantling Toxic Dating Culture ft. Nischa Heron Phair
This week I was joined by author, researcher, and trauma-informed sex educator, Nischa Heron Phair. Nischa and I chatted about fawning, intimacy, toxic dating culture, and authentic sexuality. Nischa shares about how fawning is a stress response, what fawning feels like, and ways to identify red flags.

We Discuss:
Nischa’s Background And How She Became A Trauma Informed Pleasure Worker

Going From Sexual Liberation To Shameful

Relationship Hierarchy And The Stress Response That Is “Fawning”

Nischa’s Book On Fawning: When No Looks Like Yes

The 7 Stress Response Cascades

Identifying Fawning: What Does It Feel Like?

The “Get Out Of My Apartment HandJob”

CONSENT IS KEY

Erotic Media And Not Feeling Authentic

Celebrating And Modeling Healthy Love

Red Flags And Low Vibe Frequencies

Safety, Boundaries, And Being Who We Are
Follow Nischa @nischaphair, check out her website, and her book.
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FREE 30 Day Digital Journal
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Mental Health Resources:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat
...more
41min
March 14, 2022I Ain’t Ever Seen Two Mentally Stable Best Friends ft. Courtney Zellers
This week I was joined by bestie, Courtney Zellers! Courtney and I chatted about struggles with anxiety, Courtney’s stalker, setting boundaries, handling mental health in your 20s while you’re trying to balance friendships and a full time job, and body dysmorphia.

We Discuss:
Struggles With Anxiety

Childhood Struggles That Led To Mental Health Issues

Courtney’s Stalker And Being Groomed In High School

Anti-Blocking On Social Media

Full Plates: If It’s Full You Can’t Take On More

Setting Boundaries

Friendships In Your 20s

Shutting Down And Closing Off

How To Handle Mental Health And Being A Content Creator

Body Dysmorphia

The Great Cereal Debate
Follow Courtney or her dogs @c0urtneyzellers and @clive.and.olive.
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FREE 30 Day Digital Journal
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Mental Health Resources:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
National Institute of Mental Health’s Lifeline Chat
...more
42min

FAQs about The Search For Serotonin:

How many episodes does The Search For Serotonin have?

The podcast currently has 68 episodes available.