You Need a Counselor Podcast

This week Julie, and Chrissa are joined by Samantha Bickham (she/her), a licensed trauma therapist, certified EMDR provider, and founder of Calming Tides Counseling. With over a decade of experience supporting individuals navigating complex trauma, eating disorders, and maternal mental health, Samantha blends somatic approaches, EMDR, and parts work to help clients reconnect with themselves and heal from the inside out. Her work is rooted in body liberation, attachment healing, and a deep belief that we are not broken—we're adapting.

Connect with Samantha online: 

Web: https://www.calmingtidesfl.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamanthaBickhamLMHC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samantha_bickhamlmhc/

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-bickham-lmhc-ceds-qs-086339124

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Connect with Heart and Solutions online at:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2dWKD6TenIMIC76ctq21YN

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPmrcmi5HUINpWEjHfHzTnQ/featured

Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouNeedaCounselor

Heart and Solutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Heartandsolutions

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/you_need_a_counselor/

Web: http://www.heartandsolutions.net

This week Julie, and Chrissa are joined by Margo Priestly, medical researcher and founder of Hush Hormones, a hormone-supportive wellness brand born from personal experience and professional frustration. After years of being misdiagnosed, her symptoms constantly dismissed as stress or trauma, Margo set out to change the way women are heard, treated, and supported.

She’s also a mum of six, including two children she’s raised in the wake of an extremely high-profile criminal case. Her story is raw, complex, and grounded in a deep belief that women deserve better care, better answers, and better options. Through speaking, writing, and building Hush Hormones, Margo is opening up conversations about health, healing, and what happens when women refuse to be dismissed.

Connect with Margo: 

Web: https://www.hushhormones.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577761450977

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hushhormones/

TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/hushhormones/

Email: [email protected]

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Connect with Heart and Solutions online at:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2dWKD6TenIMIC76ctq21YN

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPmrcmi5HUINpWEjHfHzTnQ/featured

Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouNeedaCounselor

Heart and Solutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Heartandsolutions

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/you_need_a_counselor/

Web: http://www.heartandsolutions.net

This week Julie, and Chrissa are joined by Heart and Solutions BHIS Supervisor Mia Barajas. During the episode Mia shares her experience obtaining both her bachelors and masters at an accelerated pace, along with her experience growing up in a home with a sibling facing mental health struggles. 

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Connect with Heart and Solutions online at:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2dWKD6TenIMIC76ctq21YN

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPmrcmi5HUINpWEjHfHzTnQ/featured

Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouNeedaCounselor

Heart and Solutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Heartandsolutions

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/you_need_a_counselor/

Web: http://www.heartandsolutions.net

Trigger Warning due to discussions of suicide.

This week Julie, and Chrissa are joined return guest Christopher Birstler,

Christopher has survived multiple suicide attempts while having to navigate through systems filled with abelism and stigma to seek the care and support he needs. He coined the hashtag #SuperAdvocate to describe how advocacy is at the core of his heart. As a survivor of trauma and abuse Christopher boldly proclaims that everyone should at least try therapy with an open mind even if they do not think they will benefit. The founder of a not for profit organization and a learning obsessed growth minded individual just scratches the surface of who Christopher is and who he is meant to be.

Connect with Christopher:

Phone: 718-883-0004

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryans_world_in_perspective/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cryan0

Blog: https://substack.com/@cbirstler

Web: https://5ef373090eebb.site123.me/

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa, call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Connect with Christopher online at: 

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Connect with Heart and Solutions online at:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2dWKD6TenIMIC76ctq21YN

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPmrcmi5HUINpWEjHfHzTnQ/featured

Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouNeedaCounselor

Heart and Solutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Heartandsolutions

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/you_need_a_counselor/

Web: http://www.heartandsolutions.net

This week Julie, and Chrissa are joined by two return guests, Geleen Antonio and Teresa Carnegie! 

Geleen empowers women to transform their lives through solo travel.  A former neuroscience and healthcare professional, she left the corporate world to explore the globe.  Her decade of experience as a digital nomad led to self-discovery, connection, and a deep love for travel.

Teresa is a writer and self-publishing coach who first started writing during her own season of pursuing healing. Having developed a passion for mental wellness, Teresa has since published a mental wellness workbook and journal that takes a holistic approach to daily life.

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa, call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Connect with Geleen online at: 

Podcast: https://www.travelnottoescape.com/podcasts/travel-not-to-escape

Play Personality Quiz: https://www.travelnottoescape.com/play 

Passport to Connection:https://www.travelnottoescape.com/friends

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/travelnottoescape/

Website: https://travelnottoescape.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geleenonthego/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geleenantonio

Connect with Teresa online at: 

Workbook: https://amzn.to/3XyVe0o

Website: https://dapsile.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teresa.carnegie

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/coachesselfpublishing

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teresa_carnegie_author/

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Connect with Heart and Solutions online at:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2dWKD6TenIMIC76ctq21YN

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPmrcmi5HUINpWEjHfHzTnQ/featured

Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouNeedaCounselor

Heart and Solutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Heartandsolutions

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/you_need_a_counselor/

Web: http://www.heartandsolutions.net

This week Julie, and Chrissa are joined by Jessica Tepas, a successful speaker, writer, entrepreneur, director, executive, and investor. An expert at being a beginner, Jessica is passionate about inspiring and empowering others to move forward into their bright future, even if it's only an inch at a time.

Holding a Master's in Biological Sciences, Bachelor's in Marketing, and Minor in British Literature, she recognizes the power of combining art and science to make big things happen. It is through this potent combination that Jessica is able to embolden others to see what is possible with the right habits and a strong dose of resilience.

Connect with Jessica online at: 

Website: https://jessicatepas.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicatepas

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@femalefoundersplaybook

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Connect with Heart and Solutions online at:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2dWKD6TenIMIC76ctq21YN

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPmrcmi5HUINpWEjHfHzTnQ/featured

Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouNeedaCounselor

Heart and Solutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Heartandsolutions

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/you_need_a_counselor/

Web: http://www.heartandsolutions.net

This week Julie, and Chrissa are joined by return guest Mariah Hudler, owner of Koru Financial Therapy. In this episode we discuss sudden wealth syndrome and take a critical look at the TV show Schitt’s Creek to discuss the money beliefs seen in the show. 

Listen to Mariah’s previous episodes here: 

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6juskSG4Ti7Qxm3gS9f3eu?si=TpU5cBo9S8yv_RrKR0zI-A

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4zsdjsG5IqYOgesPAVJdRC?si=lEsX3y7bTPKLvNKJKzaGUg

https://open.spotify.com/episode/60Rm4vw9w46gmdHxhrV1e4?si=3bYWxPTjRpOGfpW2ctUV5g

Find Mariah’s E-guide, You Me & Money: A Couple’s quick start guide to building financial rhythm online at: https://www.mariahhudler.com/you-me-money-couples-guide 

Connect with Mariah online at: 

Website: https://www.mariahhudler.com/

Koru Financial Therapy: http://korufinancialtherapy.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/letstalkfinancialhealth

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letstalkfinancialhealth/

Koru Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/korufinancialtherapy

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Connect with Heart and Solutions online at:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2dWKD6TenIMIC76ctq21YN

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPmrcmi5HUINpWEjHfHzTnQ/featured

Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouNeedaCounselor

Heart and Solutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Heartandsolutions

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/you_need_a_counselor/

Web: http://www.heartandsolutions.net

This week Julie, and Chrissa are joined by Ashley Casey, a drug and alcohol counselor and Heart and Solutions board member. Ashley is a 38-year-old mother of 4, Licensed alcohol and drug counselor and a current Graduate student in mental health at Texas A & M. Little of Ashely’s life has been ordinary, from losing her mom to a drunk driver when she was 2 years old to walking through life with loved ones in active addiction, having a child who has experienced psychosis and many hospitalizations and trying almost every avenue in the mental health world for solutions. Today, Ashley is extremely proud of where life is for her family because of counseling.

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Connect with Heart and Solutions online at:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2dWKD6TenIMIC76ctq21YN

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPmrcmi5HUINpWEjHfHzTnQ/featured

Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouNeedaCounselor

Heart and Solutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Heartandsolutions

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/you_need_a_counselor/

Web: http://www.heartandsolutions.net

This week Julie, and Chrissa are joined by return guest Lisa Boehm, a speaker, podcaster and author. Lisa was a content mother, wife, and healthcare professional when the unthinkable happened and her 17 year old daughter died in a car accident. Her life quickly became divided into 2 distinct timelines: before and after. Focusing on holding her little family together seemed like the right thing to do, but Lisa lost herself to darkness and suicidal ideation for a while until she allowed herself the space and time to feel her pain. In this episode we dive into Lisa’s experience with burnout while educating and helping others in their own grief. 

Listen to Lisa’s first appearance on the show here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1RKg1VwHLa1mh8V1E8vhC3?si=ErVn5UGTSJ2KMdg-DjknCw

Connect with Lisa online: 

Podcast: https://www.risingstrongpodcast.com

Speaking: https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/speaking

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Connect with Heart and Solutions online at:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2dWKD6TenIMIC76ctq21YN

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPmrcmi5HUINpWEjHfHzTnQ/featured

Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouNeedaCounselor

Heart and Solutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Heartandsolutions

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/you_need_a_counselor/

Web: http://www.heartandsolutions.net

This week Julie, and Chrissa are joined by return guest Alyssa Decker, a coach for women in high conflict relationships, to talk about boundaries. Pulling on her own experience of being in and then leaving an abusive marriage, Alyssa spends her days helping other women succeed.

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Connect with Alyssa online at: 

Monthly challenge: https://peacefulresolve.com/speak-your-truth

Web: https://coachingwithalyssa.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachingwithalyssa614/

Book: https://a.co/d/fXekK74

Connect with Heart and Solutions online at:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2dWKD6TenIMIC76ctq21YN

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPmrcmi5HUINpWEjHfHzTnQ/featured

Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouNeedaCounselor

Heart and Solutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Heartandsolutions

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/you_need_a_counselor/

Web: http://www.heartandsolutions.net