Zessions

In Zessions episode 24, we are joined by our Partner Bianca Segura, M.A., LMFT, to talk about life after a breakup. Throughout this Zession, we hope you feel a greater sense of community through something that can typically feel isolating. With Bianca, we talk about all things breaking up - from knowing when a breakup is the right step to mourning losses in a breakup to finding yourself throughout the whole process and coming out stronger on the other side.

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In Episode 23 of Zessions, Co-Founders Mandi and Sapna delve into the topic of life transitions, exploring how to navigate various changes effectively. This episode offers insights into different types of life transitions, practical strategies for managing change, and personal anecdotes from Sapna and Mandi about their own significant transitional experiences. Our aim is to help you feel more at ease with the concept of life’s evolving stages, equip you with tools to adapt alongside your transitions, and embrace the inevitability of change with confidence.

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In this Zessions episode, we are joined by Zessio's Partner, Paola Ortiz, LMFT, to explore the concept of community and its impact on our lives. Paola delves into what it means to build a supportive network, how connections with others can aid in healing and the various ways we can engage with those around us. She also offers practical ideas for fostering a strong sense of community. If you're looking to prioritize creating a network where you feel safe, loved, and supported, this podcast is a must-listen.

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In this Zessions podcast episode, our Co-Founders Mandi and Sapna discuss how they help their clients in session to have vulnerable and productive conversations in their important relationships. Throughout this Zession, we hope you’ll gain insight into what it means to be vulnerable and how to understand your own emotions to navigate the relationship with yourself and others. Through this podcast, we aim to increase understanding of the potential challenges of being vulnerable along with how to plan for vulnerable conversations: finding the right time and place to have them and how to prepare emotionally to have these conversations productively.

Resources Referenced in this Zessions episode:

• Brene Brown, author and researcher on shame and vulnerability
• Books, particularly Daring Greatly and Atlas of the Heart, but also Gifts of Imperfection, and Rising Strong
• Netflix Special: The Call to Courage
• YouTube Videos: The Power of Vulnerability; Listening to Shame
• John Gottman (researcher on relationships) & The Gottman Institute: https://www.gottman.com/
• 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse: https://www.gottman.com/blog/the-four-horsemen-recognizing-criticism-contempt-defensiveness-and-stonewalling/
• Soft startup: https://www.gottman.com/blog/softening-startup/
• I-statements: https://www.firstsession.com/resources/how-to-use-i-statements
• Respond vs React Course Link: https://zessio.com/respond-vs-react-course/
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In Zessions Episode 20, we dive into the intricacies of addiction with friend and colleague, Kendall Campbell, LMFT. In this episode, Kendall defines what addiction is, different types of addiction, the spectrum it can fall on, and how to pinpoint if you may be struggling with an addiction. This episode may also be extremely helpful for friends and family of someone who may be experiencing addiction, as Kendall talks about how to help and guide those you love, as well as a detailed outline of various resources depending on the resources they may need.

To contact Kendall, visit https://kendallcampbell.com/

Please note: This Zessions episode was previously recorded and may also reference additional episodes with Kendall. 

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In Zessions Episode 19, Zessio’s Co-Founders Mandi and Sapna dive into the topic of anxiety. In this episode, we invite you to explore anxiety and how it may be playing a role in your everyday life. Sapna and Mandi talk more about the definition of anxiety, the difference between stress and anxiety, why anxiety may be present in your life, and the purpose that it serves. We hope that through this Zession, you will begin to build a healthier relationship with anxiety and use it to your benefit by utilizing strategies and tools to help put it in the passenger seat.

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In Zessions Episode 18, we are joined by Dr. Gabriela Hurtado Alvarado, Licensed Psychologist and Co-Founder of Prickly Pear Therapy and Training, to discuss trauma-informed care and suicidality. Through this Zession, you can learn about trauma, trauma-informed care, and suicidal ideations. You can also gain an understanding of how to navigate those conversations as a therapist, family member, or friend of a loved one who may be experiencing trauma and suicidal ideations. We hope that this Zession will be helpful for those who have gone through trauma, as well as those who are supporting someone who has experienced trauma.

To hear more from Dr.Gabriela Hurtado Alvarado:

Website: https://pricklypeartherapy.com/

Instagram: @pricklytherapy  

Podcast: @pricklycouchpodcast

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In Zessions Episode 17, we are joined by our Partner Kendall Campbell, LMFT to discuss grief during the holidays. In this Zession, we discuss the different types of grief one may face, supporting yourself and others through times of grief, and how therapy can be an aid in your journey through the grieving process. Through this conversation, we hope to help you find ways to support this process and encourage you to surround yourself with people who will lessen the burden of grief that you may be experiencing during the holiday season.

To Connect With Kendall:
www.kendallcampbell.com


Please note: this Zession was pre-recorded and may reference Zessions episodes to be released.

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In Zessions Episode 16, we are joined by fellow therapist and Zessio Partner Zoe Thomas, LPC to unpack all things adulting! In this Zession, we discuss the ups and downs of becoming an adult, forming your own identity, being comfortable in your own skin, and more. Regardless of how far along you are in your adulting journey, if you are struggling with adulting expectations and how to cope, this Zession may help you understand how to better support yourself and others while moving through these ever-changing stages of life. We hope this Zession helps you feel less alone in this transition.

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In Zessions Episode 15, we talk with our Partner Kendall Campbell, LMFT about how to navigate family and the holidays. Holidays with family can bring up mixed feelings and experiences and we hope this conversation is helpful as you prepare for the holidays. We discuss how you can consider your expectations, intentions and boundaries that you may need to set individually (or within your relationship) to help you have the "Happy Holidays" you deserve.

To Connect With Kendall:
www.kendallcampbell.com


Please note: this Zession was pre-recorded and references an upcoming Zession, "Grief and The Holidays."

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