Wedgwood's Coffee Break Conversation

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Wedgwood's Coffee Break Conversation

Helpful and hopeful conversations about mental and behavioral health. So, take a break, grab a cup of coffee (or tea), and relax as you gain insight from the experts.

  1. Preventing Burnout: Strategies for Self-Care and Growth w/ Emily Nykamp

    OCT 30

    Preventing Burnout: Strategies for Self-Care and Growth w/ Emily Nykamp

    Send us a textHillary talks with Emily Nykamp, a therapist within Wedgwood's Counseling Team, about her passion for helping clients—especially kids and teens—find creative ways to overcome challenges, build resilience, and grow.Emily explains burnout as a result of prolonged stress, especially in fields like healthcare, education, and caregiving, where people often feel overworked and undervalued, especially post-pandemic. They discuss recognizing burnout early and managing it through self-re...

    21 min
  2. Faith and Mental Health: Finding Balance in Life’s Challenges w/ LeRae Kuperus

    OCT 16

    Faith and Mental Health: Finding Balance in Life’s Challenges w/ LeRae Kuperus

    Send us a textHillary sits down with LeRae, the Director of Spiritual Formation, to explore the connection between faith and mental health. LeRae shares insights on how spiritual health can enhance mental well-being and offers practical advice for balancing faith with mental health challenges. Together, they discuss how spirituality can help find meaning in both joyful and difficult seasons, the importance of compassion, and how to navigate challenging conversations during stressful times lik...

    31 min
  3. Understanding Adolescent Substance Use: Challenges and Solutions w/ Nick Bayer

    SEP 25

    Understanding Adolescent Substance Use: Challenges and Solutions w/ Nick Bayer

    Send us a textIn this episode, Hillary and Nick Bayer explore the rising trend of substance use disorders among adolescents, focusing particularly on marijuana use. They discuss the environmental and mental health factors contributing to this trend and highlight the importance of addressing these issues to provide effective support for individuals struggling with addiction. The conversation covers the complexities of addiction recovery, including recognizing signs of addiction, addressing und...

    33 min
  4. Reframing Suicide: A Public Health Perspective w/ Brina Tiemeyer

    SEP 11

    Reframing Suicide: A Public Health Perspective w/ Brina Tiemeyer

    Send us a textIn this episode, Hillary and Brina Tiemeyer discuss the critical topic of framing suicide as a public health issue. They highlight the importance of using language that de-stigmatizes suicide and providing trauma-informed care. The conversation covers the need for understanding and intervening in suicidal thoughts, particularly among teenagers and adolescents, and emphasizes approaching the topic with empathy and sensitivity. Brina and Hillary address the challenges of discussin...

    25 min
  5. Supporting Teens in the Digital Age w/ Gina Boscarino

    AUG 28

    Supporting Teens in the Digital Age w/ Gina Boscarino

    Send us a textIn this episode, Hillary and Gina Boscarino discuss the complex challenges of raising teenagers in the digital age. They discuss the importance of creating safe spaces for teens to talk about the issues they face and offer guidance on navigating social media and technology use. Emphasizing the need for strong relationships with teachers, classmates, and community members, they explore strategies to help teenagers build resilience. The conversation also highlights the importance ...

    18 min
  6. The Back to School Routine w/ Katrina Newman

    AUG 14

    The Back to School Routine w/ Katrina Newman

    Send us a textIn this episode, Hillary and Katrina discuss the unique challenges that back-to-school transitions pose for both kids and adults, particularly for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Katrina offers practical tips for helping children prepare, such as communication, preparation, and setting expectations. The discussion emphasizes the importance of empathy, understanding, and support for raising neurodivergent children. They also touch on the need for accommodations in s...

    15 min
  7. Cultural Awareness in Mental Health Support w/ Asha Upakrwoth

    JUL 31

    Cultural Awareness in Mental Health Support w/ Asha Upakrwoth

    Send us a textIn this episode of "Coffee Break Conversation," Hillary sits down with Asha to discuss the unique challenges faced by diverse communities in accessing mental health care. The conversation emphasizes the importance of cultural sensitivity, education, and community engagement. Asha shares her personal journey of becoming a mental health therapist, shedding light on the specific obstacles encountered by people of color within the foster care system and the mental health field.The d...

    17 min
  8. How's it Really Going? w/ Maranda

    JUL 17

    How's it Really Going? w/ Maranda

    Send us a textJoin Hillary for a special episode of Wedgwood’s Coffee Break Conversation as she sits down with Maranda, a beloved figure in the West Michigan community, and long time partner with Wedgwood. In this episode, Maranda shares her experiences and passion for empowering kids and families through her work in local media. With nearly 40 years of experience working for WOODTV8, Maranda discusses the evolving challenges children face today, from cultural shifts to mental health issues, ...

    29 min
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Helpful and hopeful conversations about mental and behavioral health. So, take a break, grab a cup of coffee (or tea), and relax as you gain insight from the experts.

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  • Creator
    Wedgwood Christian Services
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    65
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2024 Wedgwood's Coffee Break Conversation
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