In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast Dave Roberts interviews Kathe Caldwell, a guided imagery and hypnotherapy practitioner. Kathe shares her personal journey of discovering guided imagery after asking for a sign during a mystery illness. She discusses the benefits and different types of guided imagery, its applications in substance use treatment, and how it can help individuals connect with their inner wisdom. The conversation also delves into the role of guided imagery in promoting physical and mental well-being, and the training and target audience for this practice.

Kathe's Bio and Contact Information

Kathe Caldwell, CCHt, CADC-II, asked for a sign during a mystery illness twenty years ago, which led her to the wonderful healing tool of symbolic guided imagery. She uses guided imagery and hypnotherapy in her private practice in Newport Beach, California, as well as with groups and individuals in substance use treatment centers in Orange County. She loves teaching healing professionals these subtle yet powerful tools to assist and empower their clients, and is passionate about guiding others to discover, connect with, and utilize their own inner wisdom.

Kathe is the author of “The Guided Imagery Handbook.”

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In this episode of the Teaching Journeys podcast, Dave Roberts interviews Rebecca Imhof, a personal trainer and wellness coach, about her personal journey and transformative experience. Rebecca shares her near-death experience, the importance of nurturing mental and emotional health, and the power of gratitude and empowerment. She emphasizes the significance of dreaming big, having faith in one's dreams, and practicing gratitude to change one's mindset and find peace and fulfillment in life. Rebecca's coaching philosophy revolves around empowering individuals, urging them to embrace gratitude, and showing grace to themselves. She also discusses the importance of tapping into what one already has and finding contentment within oneself.

Rebecca's Bio and Contact Information

Rebecca Imhof is a personal trainer, wellness coach, online educator, wife and mom of two teenage girls. Having faced her own personal mental and emotional challenges throughout her life, Becky knows that living well doesn't begin and end with physical health.

Becky believes that nurturing your mental and emotional health is equally as important and just like physical health also requires a tailored, personalized, and consistent approach in order to be effective. As a personal trainer, Becky has always loved helping her clients reach their fitness goals.

But what really excited her was knowing that she was helping people to move forward and overcome their challenges. She created Incorporated Wellness so that she can support and enable more people to enhance their lives on their journey to better health. wellness and happiness.

Rebecca can be contacted through her website, www.incorporatedwellness.com, for coaching services and further information.

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In this episode of the Teaching Journeys Podcast , Dave Roberts speaks with Tonya Baillargeon, the CEO of Ginger Rose LLC and a cancer survivor. She recounts her battle with a rare and aggressive form of cancer and explains how her will to live and positive attitude played a crucial role in her recovery. Tonya also emphasizes the importance of holistic wellness and trusting one's intuition. Together, they discuss different approaches to healing, importance of mindset, and the value of humor. Throughout the conversation, they also explore the physical and emotional impacts of cancer and cancer treatments.

Tonya's Bio and Contact Information

As the CEO of the Ginger Rose LLC Tonya is on a mission to help a million people revolutionize their cancer journey, moving them from mere survival to full on thriving.

She's your go-to guide helping cancer survivors adopt the winning mindset. Build a powerhouse support team, and explore effective alternative wellness modalities. Working hand in hand with your oncologist treatment plan. She's determined to help you vanquish fear, reshape your mindset, and unleash your inner warrior.

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In this episode, Dave Roberts interviews Tammy Vincent, a coach and advocate for individuals who have navigated challenging home environments due to addiction and dysfunction. Tammy shares her own experience of growing up in a chaotic home pervaded by addiction, and her journey towards personal growth and awareness. Throughout the discussion, she emphasizes the importance of self-love, discovery, boundary setting and healing.

Tammy’s Bio and Contact Information

Growing up in a home filled with addiction and chaos, Tammy Vincent experienced firsthand the profound impact it can have on a child's life. The wounds ran deep, affecting her self-esteem, relationships, and overall well-being. However, Tammy refused to let the past define her. She embarked on a courageous journey of self-work, determined to break free from the chains of her upbringing.

Through years of personal growth, introspection, and professional training, she’s transformed her  own life. Armed with a Master's in Education, NLP certification, and expertise in addiction counseling she’s  honed my skills to become a compassionate and effective coach. Tammy’s  mission is to empower individuals who are navigating similar challenges, providing them with the tools and guidance to reclaim their lives. 

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In this episode of the Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts engages in a comprehensive conversation with special guest Pamela Downes, founder of Spirit Calling. Pamela shares her remarkable spiritual journey catalyzed by a life-altering event - the loss of her father. She explores her transformative experiences with energy healing, plant medicine, and revealing her psychic and clairvoyant abilities. Through her self-realization process, Pamela recognized the challenge and significance of support during spiritual transformation, leading her to create Spirit Calling - an inclusive community dedicated to guiding individuals on their spiritual path. Pamela also extensively discusses her interactions with the Great Council of Light that guides the Spirit Calling mission. The episode further delves into the role of community in nurturing spiritual growth, critical thoughts about near-death experiences, and the power of tapping into one's intuition.

Pamela's Bio

Pamela Downes is the visionary founder of Spirit Calling, a transformative online community dedicated to guiding individuals through their spiritual awakening. After her father's passing, witnessing his transition sparked in Pamela a profound journey to understand energy and life beyond this physical form. This exploration led her into the world of energy healing, plant medicine, and profound experiences that opened her psychic and clairvoyant abilities.

Having undergone her spiritual awakening journey alone, Pamela knows the challenges and importance of support during this transformative process. In a powerful vision during the night, Pamela received a divine calling to build Spirit Calling, a safe haven for seekers of all beliefs to come together on their spiritual path. Her personal experience became the driving force behind her mission and the creation of Spirit Calling. Pamela and the Spirit Calling community ensures that no one has to be alone during their spiritual awakening.

In the last two years, Pamela's trance channeling has connected her with spirit guides, the Great Council of Light, providing profound guidance and glimpses into the future. She finds joy in using the Council’s wisdom to guide individuals in understanding their spirit and fulfilling their soul's purpose. As the Founder of Spirit Calling, she's honored to offer a welcoming platform for those on their awakening journey.  

For inquiries, reach out to Pamela at [email protected] or visit www.Spirit-Calling.com

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In this episode of the Teaching Journeys Podcast I have a conversation with holistic occupational therapist Mandy Lubas and nurse practitioner Kristen Harte. Together, Mandy and Kristen co-founded "Holistic Therapies 4 Life." They share their educational background, personal transformative health experiences, and insights about their passion for integrative health practices. They highlight the importance of looking at the body as a whole, integrating physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects to enhance individuals' overall well-being. They also explain their services, which include transformational packages, yoga therapy, craniosacral therapy, and more. They assert that everyone has the power to heal themselves when given the right guidance.

Mandy Lubas" Bio

Mandy is a Holistic Occupational Therapist and a 2001 graduate of Quinnipiac University. She and her partner Kristen Harte opened Holistic Therapies 4 Life in 2018 after 20 years in practice working with clients across the lifespan. Mandy is a co-founder and co-facilitator of AOTA’s Integrative Health Occupational Therapy Community of Practice, the first integrative health group formally recognized by AOTA. She shares her passion by presenting and works to educate students, practitioners, educators, and colleagues on merging integrative health OT into the medical community by presenting at colleges throughout the US, at MAOT conferences, and AOTA conferences. Mandy shared her personal healing journey and the holistic approaches she uses in practice in articles published in OT Advance magazine.

Kristen Harte's Bio

Kristen is a Nurse Practitioner specializing in Women’s Health. She graduated with a Master’s degree from The University of Pennsylvania in 1990. She has been in the field of medicine since 1987. She embarked on her holistic path over 10 years ago for her own health and well-being. She is a Reiki master, a certified Acutonics practitioner and is certified in Body-Feedback with essential oils. She also practices astrology and other forms of energy medicine such as Shamanism and Intuitive Plant Medicine.

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In this episode of the Teaching Journeys podcast Dave Roberts interviews Sherrie Dunlevy, a former NBC News anchor who has since become a best-selling author, an inspirational speaker, and the founder of the Graduating Grief Academy. Sherrie shares her own story of grief after the loss of her child, and discusses how she channeled her pain into helping others. Dave and Sherrie also discuss the impact of grief on various aspects of life, the notion of graduating from grief, and Sherrie's book 'How Can I Help?' aimed at guiding people on how to support their loved ones through life's difficulties.

Sherrie's Bio 

Sherrie Dunlevy is a former NBC News anchor who served the Wheeling, Virginia area for nearly 30 years, both on television and radio.

Today, she is a best selling author inspirational speaker, and the founder of the Graduating Grief Academy and online support community, as well as host of the Graduating Grief podcast. Her number one best selling book, How Can I Help?, was written to help people know exactly what to say and do when the people they love and care about are hurting.

Sherrie has found a way to graduate from the pain of losing a child in a high profile career. And is now sharing with others how they too can learn, grow, and expand their lives after tragedies, losses, and disappointments. As a self proclaimed inspirationista,  Sherrie's passion lies in inspiring and encouraging women to step beyond the pain of their past so they can step fully into living with purpose, passion,  and joy.

Sherrie can be contacted through her website :sherriedunlevy.com Her book How Can I Help ? can be purchased there , as well as amazon.

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In this episode of the Teaching Journeys Podcast, Dave Roberts speaks with Ashley Moody and Nick Aunkst, both medical practitioners, who share their experience dealing with a life-altering event that occurred in 2022. The conversation centers around Ashley's difficult pregnancy, during which she lost seven feet of her intestines and was in critical condition for a period of time. Both Ashley and Nick share their thoughts, feelings, fears, and hopes throughout their ordeal. They emphasize the importance of physical and mental strength, preparation for the unexpected, appreciating loved ones and expressing love, and valuing life as it can change drastically and quickly. They encourage the practice of proactive wellbeing, positive outlook, and learning from difficult experiences.

Nick Aunkst's Bio

Dr. Nick Aunkst received his Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Physiology in 2009 from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Following graduation, he was a full-time Personal Trainer and a Corporate Health and Wellness Adviser in Pittsburgh, PA. It was at this time that Dr. Aunkst found a true passion for health, wellness, and helping others achieve their goals.

Dr. Aunkst is also the developer of the “Check Yourself” mobility and function seminar series, previously provided and instructed to sports teams and running groups.

In his free time, Dr. Aunkst enjoys different types of exercise including strength training, CrossFit and running/cycling. He has completed the Pittsburgh marathon, and numerous triathlons in Western Pennsylvania. He also enjoys hiking, fishing, strong coffee and working within his community.

Ashley Moody's Bio

Dr. Moody received her Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology from Upstate Medical University, and continued on to graduate as a member of Phi Chi Omega Honor Society from the New York Chiropractic College, with her Doctorate in Chiropractic. Dr. Moody accepted a position with a sports based clinic in Lincoln, Rhode Island. Here she worked as a provider helping those with chronic pain as well as athletes that participated in youth track, personal training, yoga and CrossFit. This diverse patient population has helped her developed a treatment style which is evidence based and patient centered. Originally from the Mohawk Valley, returning home to opening Climb Chiropractic Sports Health is working towards her dream of providing the best possible conservative musculoskeletal health care in Central New York.

Dr. Moody is trained in Active Release Technique (ART), ConnecTX instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization, Functional and Kinetic Treatment with Rehabilitation (FAKTR), ELDOA level 1, as well as Functional Movement Taping (levels I and II) through Rocktape. She has participated in Why Mobility, Clinical Audit Process and Motion Palpation Technique seminars. In her spare time Dr. Moody enjoys being outdoors with friends and family. She enjoys various types of exercise including yoga, hiking, strength training, CrossFit, and running.

To get in touch with Nick and Ashley, please go to : climbchirosportshealth.com

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In this episode host Dave Roberts and his brother from another mother, Kris Munsch, discuss the sadness that comes with losing a pet, acknowledging that the emotions involved can be just as intense as losing a human loved one. The pair shares personal experiences, with Kris detailing the recent loss of his pet dog Moose and how this event unearthed feelings regarding the death of his son, Blake. The conversation explores the unique relationships people develop with their pets and the invaluable life lessons our animal companions can teach us. They discuss the profound impact of grief, the mutual respect that exists despite different coping strategies and how these experiences continually shape them.

About Kris

Kris is a builder, a teacher and a repurposer of old homes. Kris also has repurposed his life and grief following the death of his son Blake over 18 years ago.

If you want to connect with Kris, you can find him on Facebook.

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Join Dave Roberts on another insightful episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast featuring guest Michael Davis, founder of Speaking CPR, LLC. They discuss the importance of storytelling in leadership and learning, the unique skill of passing knowledge from one generation to the next and how stories create emotional connections. The conversation delves into Michael's personal journey, going from a hesitant speaker to becoming a seasoned professional, and the lessons he's learned that he now shares with others

Michael's Bio and Contact Information

Michael is the founder of Speaking CPR, LLC. He helps professionals attract more clients, create efficient teams, and increase their influence through improved speaking skills.

Michael has worked with business leaders, sales professionals, and speakers on five continents. He's helped TEDx speakers create and develop talks that have achieved over 5 million views. He's written seven books about business storytelling, including the Book on Storytelling, and online courses focused on improving your presentation skills.

In his spare time, he loves to spend time with his longtime partner Linda and the overlords of their house, Chihuahuas Sky and Riley. He loves exercise, IndyCar racing, watching movies, visiting beaches, and consuming stories in every format.

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