Zessions

In Zessions Episode 14, we are sitting down with fellow therapist and Zessio Partner, Christine Henry, to talk about pet loss and the process of grieving your pet. Throughout this Zession, we talk about the complexities of understanding your pet’s needs, your own needs, and how to properly deal with the grief of losing your pet. Christine explains why it’s okay to let yourself feel the emotion of grief and how losing a pet can mean so much more than just the pet itself. 

To hear more from Christine:

Website - https://therapyforpetpeople.com/

Instagram - @therapyforpetpeople

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In Zessions Episode 13, we are sitting down with fellow therapist Julie Burke, LPC to talk about what support can look like for individuals who identify as autistic. During this Zession, we define what it means to be on the spectrum, the intersectionality between trans identities and autistic identities, and many other topics about autism’s role in society. We hope that through this Zession, you are able to learn more about how to best support individuals who identify as autistic and how it may play a role in many of the interactions you may have day-to-day.

To hear more from Julie:

Website - https://www.violetcrowntherapy.com/

Instagram - @violetcrowntherapy

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In Zessions Episode 12, we are sitting down with Cheryl Reeley, LCSW to discuss the complexity of pregnancy and infant loss. Pregnancy and infant loss often can leave parents and families feeling isolated in their grief as it is a loss that is not always talked about openly.  In this Zession, Cheryl explains how she helps clients process, grieve and cope with this challenging loss. We hope this Zession will offer validation and tips on how to manage the pain many are left to confront and experience without always having a clear direction.

To contact Cheryl visit https://www.cherylreeleylcsw.com/
Instagram: @cherylreeleylcsw


Please note: This Zession episode was previously recorded and may also reference previous/upcoming episodes with Cheryl. 

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In Zessions Episode 11, we are joined by Zessio’s Partner Zoe Thomas, Licensed Professional Counselor, to talk about people pleasing and boundary setting. In this Zession, Zoe outlines what it means to people please and why it can be damaging for us to only show up for others and not for ourselves. We also discuss the process of setting boundaries, what it can look like, as well as what it does not look like. We hope this Zession will help highlight the importance of prioritizing yourself and how setting boundaries can help not only you but also the well-being of your relationships in the long run.

To hear more from Zoe:

Website - zoezdthomas.com

Instagram - @theschoolfortherapy

Tiktok - @theschoolfortherapy

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In Zessions Episode 10, we talk with Josie Serrata, Licensed Clinical and Community Psychologist and Co-Founder of Prickly Pear Therapy and Training. In this Zession, Josie shares her expertise on neurodiversity and neuroaffirmative care. She explains her personal connection to this topic and the benefits of integrating a neuroaffirmative perspective. We also talk about the intersectionality of different identities and how individuals with neurodiversity navigate the experience within themselves and the society that surrounds them.

Neurodivergent Resources:

Books:

• Uniquely Human by Barry M. Prizant
• Unmasking Autism: Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity by Dr. Devon Price
• I Think I Might Be Autistic by Cynthia Kim

Websites and Articles:

• Understanding Executive Functioning (for parents): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFji-AO8E8L7SGVTMLg8Dq3VQ9SNhCiju
• Spoon Theory - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFY81e396ag
• Embrace Autism: https://embrace-autism.com/
• Bargiela, S., Steward, R., & Mandy, W. (2016). The experiences of late-diagnosed women with autism spectrum conditions: An investigation of the female autism phenotype. Journal of autism and developmental disorders, 46, 3281-3294.
• The Costs of Camouflaging Autism: Blog on Spectrum News, February 2018. https://www.spectrumnews.org/.../costs-camouflaging-autism/

Podcasts:

• Uniquely Human: https://uniquelyhuman.com/

To find neuroaffirmative care:

https://ndtherapists.com/

https://therapistndc.org/

To hear more from Josie:

Website: https://pricklypeartherapy.com/

Instagram: @pricklytherapy  

Podcast: @pricklycouchpodcast

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In Zession Episode 9, Zessio Co-Founders Mandi Roarke, LMFT, and Sapna Srivastava, RMFTI talk about the importance of staying curious in your relationship. While it is common for us to be curious about our partners in the first few years, this episode touches on the reason why staying curious about your partner in the long term is crucial in maintaining a connection. While it may be natural to stay on autopilot and mentally take a step back from your relationship, remaining curious helps us with intentionality, proper communication, and so many other themes explored in this episode. By listening to this Zession, we hope you'll consider curiosity as a strategy in your relationships. 

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In Zessions Episode 8 with Katie Bates, LPC, we are talking about the difference between punitive punishment and positive discipline. Katie defines what it means to positively discipline your kids and explains why it’s important to evolve into having parent-child relationships that have mutual trust and respect.

When listening to this Zession, we hope you’ll gain an understanding of how to identify your own triggers and boundaries as a parent in order to better control your emotions in order to have adaptive and growth-oriented conversations with your kids. If you feel like you and your kids are struggling to understand one another, this episode may be a great starting point to help you understand how to foster a safe space for them in order to build a better bond and help break the cycle of teaching through punishment.

Website: https://www.koseligcounselingtx.com/

Instagram: @koselig_counselingtx

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In Zessions Episode 7, we are discussing all things EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) with Rochelle Hoffler, LCSW-S. Throughout this episode, you will learn what EMDR therapy entails, how it is practiced, and the different ways in which you can personalize EMDR in order to best suit your needs. If you’re new to the world of therapy, we hope this Zession will be helpful in guiding your understanding of how personal trauma and/or distressing life events may be best treated through EMDR, and whether or not it is the right therapy for you!

To contact Rochelle visit www.Rhlcsw.com

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In Zessions Episode 6, we are sitting down with friend and fellow therapist, Kendall Campell, LMFT, to discuss the ins and outs of infidelity. In this Zession, Kendall explains what infidelity really entails, how to understand the different types of infidelity, and setting boundaries in our relationships. Kendall builds on his experience supporting clients working through the difficulties of experiencing infidelity and fostering growth through the process. This Zession can offer perspectives to help understand the warning signs of infidelity, ways to prevent it from occurring in your own relationship, or how to strengthen your relationship after experiencing it.

To contact Kendall visit www.kendallcampbell.com

Please note: This Zession episode was previously recorded and may also reference additional previously recorded episodes with Kendall that will be released on Zessions in coming months.

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In Zessions Episode 5, we are sitting down with Adriana Rodriguez to discuss collectivist culture. In this podcast, we discuss collectivist cultures versus individualistic cultures. We hope you will gain an understanding of how to balance your own identity with the one that was given to you by your family, how to balance who you were and who you are becoming, and how to even have these difficult conversations with your family. Adriana explains her own emergence from collectivist culture and how she helps others peel back ‘threads of their own rope’ and see what works for them from their culture and what they want to change in order to live a life of fulfillment and acceptance of who they are. 

Website: https://www.culturalrefugeatx.com/

Instagram: @culturalrefugecounseling 

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