You Need a Counselor Podcast

Julie Johnson
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You Need a Counselor is a podcast designed for people curious about counseling but who have barriers keeping them from experiencing the benefits of counseling. Our mission is to share stories about counseling good, bad, indifferent and spread the message that everyone can benefit from mental health and behavioral health counseling services. We are on a mission to show you all the reasons why You Need a Counselor!

  1. 2D AGO

    Wrongful Arrest, with guest Holly Bot

    This week Julie and Chriss are joined by Holly Bot. Currently an IT Solution Architect at Bot Consulting LLC, Holly found her life tragically detoured in 2010 with a long prison sentence. In this episode we catch up on Holly’s life and her recent experience being wrongfully arrested and held for two months. Holly is an award winning writer, podcaster, biblical counselor, and published author. She desires to encourage and inspire listeners and readers. Listen to Holly’s previous episodes with You Need a Counselor Mental Health and Incarceration: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/dKWnkafjd1b Parenting from Prison: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/P5BPY9ejd1b To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236.  Connect with Holly Website: https://hollybot.me/ Podcast: https://hollybot.me/podcasts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holly.aho.14 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt2R_12DoxQaKrXo7c7IVLw Going back to school - parenting from prison 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

    56 min

  2. MAR 1

    Therapy as a Mirror, with guest Ashley Casey

    This week Julie is joined by Ashley Casey, a drug and alcohol counselor and Heart and Solutions board member. Ashley is a mother of 5, 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

    54 min

  3. FEB 15

    How to Listen, with guest Randall Alifano

    This week Julie and guest co-host Tenesah are joined by Dr. Randall Alifano. Randall has a Ph.D. in clinical psychology and is an Ordained Minister with over 40 years of experience integrating psychology and spirituality in his private practice. He has worked with thousands of people at various stages of their lives, listening to their dreams and aspirations, traumas and confusions, and their desire to live life more attuned to their inner wisdom. And he has loved doing it his entire career. Over the decades, he has studied numerous theories and methodologies—both psychological and spiritual—and they have all filtered down to inform who he is and how he works. His book, Listening in the Raw, teaches how to listen from our unadulterated curiosity and beyond the commonly taught listening techniques, which ironically can inhibit deeper listening. Our sole intention and desire is to understand the speaker at an intimate level where our intentions do not get in the way of hearing so that the separation between self and other momentarily disappears. This not only serves the speaker but expands the listener's perspective beyond the confines of their filtered presumptions. This penetrates the shell of our collective isolation, eases the whirlpool of our emotional turmoil, and has a profound impact on any relationship. To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa, call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236.  Connect with Randall online: Book: https://randallalifanophd.com/book/ Website: https://randallalifanophd.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrandallalifanophd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/randallalifano/ 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

    1h 2m

  4. FEB 8

    Somatic Healing, with guests Teresa Carnegie and Geleen Antonio

    This week Julie and guest co-host Maggie 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

    51 min

  5. JAN 18

    Men’s Mental Health, with guest Adam Wilson

    This week Julie and guest co-host Tenesha are joined by Adam J. Wilson, a Mindset and Trauma Coach, speaker, and host of The Hustle & Heal Podcast. In his work he helps high achievers and everyday men heal from within and reset their lives by addressing the mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical roots of their struggles. Through powerful storytelling and faith-integrated coaching, Adam equips men to transform pain into purpose and build sustainable success from the inside out. Connect with Adam:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theadamwilson_/ Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@CoachAdamWilson 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

    52 min

  6. JAN 11

    Building and Maintaining Healthy Relationships, with guest Katie Rössler

    This week Julie is joined by Katie Rössler, a relationship strategist, licensed therapist, and creator of the REBUILD method. The REBUILD method is a transformational relationship alignment program for high-achieving, international couples. She’s the author of two books, host of the Relationship Reset podcast, and has spoken on stages around the world. With over 15 years of clinical and coaching experience, Katie guides couples from silent resentment to deep reconnection and supports women in perimenopause as they evolve into the powerful, grounded leaders they’re becoming. Connect with Katie: Goal Setting and Vision Workbook: www.katierossler.com/vision-workbook Arguing decoder:www.katierossler.com/arguing-decoder Website: https://katierossler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katie.niezgoda.5 Podcast: https://katierossler.com/podcast/ 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

    55 min

  7. 12/21/2025

    Motivated Minds, with guest Brandon Moore

    This week Julie and Maggie are joined by Brandon Moore, a certified life coach. Brandon has experience helping individuals cultivate self-awareness and navigate life’s challenges with clarity and purpose. Based in Louisville, KY, he is the founder of MotivatedMinds Consulting, a firm dedicated to leadership development and empowering teams to grow with intention. His coaching philosophy blends practical strategies with deep personal insight, guiding clients to unlock their potential and lead with confidence. Connect with Brandon Online: Web: https://www.motivatedmindsconsultingllc.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motivatedmindsconsulting Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MotivatedMinds2023 Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5qFfXXxn8176cfeGqHc6AW LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-moore-mba-msm-ba-589bb270/ 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

    55 min

  8. 12/07/2025

    The Order to Life, with guest Richard Waldman

    This week Julie is joined by Richard Waldman, author, veteran, pastor, and life coach. Richard created the Order to Life system to help individuals take control of their thinking, manage worry and fear, and live more present, fulfilling lives. Richard is also the author of Your Guide to… A Better Way of Thinking and shares practical strategies for mental clarity and personal growth. Connect with Richard Online: Web: Brainyites.com Book: https://a.co/d/94eMjQY Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachmerich/ 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

    54 min
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You Need a Counselor is a podcast designed for people curious about counseling but who have barriers keeping them from experiencing the benefits of counseling. Our mission is to share stories about counseling good, bad, indifferent and spread the message that everyone can benefit from mental health and behavioral health counseling services. We are on a mission to show you all the reasons why You Need a Counselor!

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