Worthy Pieces

This episode is unlike any other.. you do not want to miss this interview! Nick shares his inspiring story of how he started the organization, Mind. and what encouraged him to begin talking about mental health. He describes his own shame, fear and judgements towards himself which inspired his passion of sharing the stories of others. In this episode Nick vulnerably shared his own truths about his past and set clear intentions for the vision of his future. Stand up. Speak Up. We Are Mind. We are Mind: https://wearemind.org/. Instagram: @wearemind_ Nick Stagge & Levi Lindsay

Searching for a therapist is the hardest part of going to therapy! Most people have no idea where to start when looking. Well, start here! I break down how to find a therapist. Learn what questions to ask, how to navigate those first few sessions and where to look for a best fit therapist!

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

Grounding & Mindfulness doesn't have to be scary. It's easier than you think - just get comfortable and use your senses! Learn more about how to ground, how to set intentions to help you manage your emotions and practice techniques.

What is anxiety? Do you really know what yours is and how it causes the daily dysfunction? After listening to this episode you will gain better insight and understanding your anxiety and how you are affected by it. Learn to cope and explain your symptoms by expanding your emotional intelligence! Anxiety does not have to be scary and debilitating but you need to learn how to identify and cope in healthy ways!

https://feelingswheel.com/ - Emotional Wheel

Alexa shares her incredible personal story with postpartum and her experience with each of her two sons. She shares her journey of the emotional roller coaster that her depression and anxiety has taken her on. She shares her story with the intention to bring hope and light to all women who have experienced something similar.

Links to Additional Help:

https://www.postpartum.net/ - Postpartum International offers free phone & email support to chat or talk with someone. Also can be helpful in finding additional resources located around you. Utah Chapter: https://www.psiutah.org/ 

https://healthcare.utah.edu/hmhi/treatments/maternal-mental-health/ - Counseling or Group Support for Women

https://doulaexperience.com/resources - More information regarding Doula's and other birthing experts

https://utahdoulas.org/postpartum-preparation/ - Utah Doula Association

In this episode, I share a little insight on my life, my story and my perspective. Your story matters and it's important that we never let others diminish our feelings about a situation. Remember the pieces to your puzzle matter and each one play an important part in being whole!

I have the pleasure of interviewing Cassandra Riding, ACMHC who is fellow therapist that works in my office (Healing Feathers Therapy). She talks about her life as a therapist and why she loves helping people. She also explains what DBT therapy is and why it's important to incorporate in our self-healing.

*Trigger Warning* Understanding the hidden facts of what emotional abuse is and how to become more aware of the signs within a relationship.

https://udvc.org/: Utah Domestic Violence Coalition

https://www.ywcautah.org/; Local YWCA; Resources, Housing & Support

https://www.namiut.org/; NAMI Utah Chapter

DV Hotline: (800) 799-7233 or Text: 88788

The know-all explanation of what EMDR is and how it can be effective as part of your treatment plan in therapy! YES, you can change, YES, you can process and heal!

When life happens we get angry, we get discouraged, and we want to give up. This episode talks about all the curve balls of life and how we can change that mindset.