You Need a Counselor Podcast

Julie Johnson
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You Need a Counselor Podcast

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. 4 DAYS AGO

    Healing Through Writing with guest Dr. Adina Silvestri

    This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Dr. Adina Silvestri. Adina is a licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, and Certified Brainspotter in Richmond, Virginia who works with children and families. She specializes in treating women with substance abuse issues and in helping children who have experienced trauma lead full and productive lives. Dr. Silvestri helps women with Binge Eating issues recover from shame and find hope and healing.  Dr. Silvestri’s clinical work includes providing supervision to counselors-in-training.  Dr. Silvestri is an innovative counselor educator; she teaches aspiring counselors the skills needed to become empathetic and creative.  In addition to her clinical work and teaching, Dr. Silvestri is the host of Atheists in Recovery podcast which works to address the spiritual and scientific belief systems of people in long term recovery. She writes for publications such as the Dr. Oz show, American Counseling Association, Richmond Family Magazine, and other recovery and wellness publications.  In her spare time, she mentors students through Blue Sky Fund and her hobbies include sailing, running and learning Japanese.  Connect with Adina online at:  IFS Journal: https://tinyurl.com/ifsjournal Website: https://adinasilvestri.com/ Podcast: https://adinasilvestri.com/atheists-in-recovery/ 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

    30 min

  2. NOV 10

    Courageous Inner Beast with guest Tina Hoang

    This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by return guest Tina O. Hoang, a disabled recovering people pleaser, lifetime traveler, and podcaster. Tina strives to ensure women have the space to choose themselves and share their courageous stories. Whether it is changing how you are perceived within a family dynamic, leaving a comfortable 9-5, or advocating for yourself when a stranger is being rude. She believes women of color are allowed to take the first step and don't need permission.  After someone told her that her passivity was unattractive, she took it and decided to become assertive and courageous as she can ever be! With a background in career counseling, Tina also understands the hardship of career changes and the components of how it can involve family and friends. She knows that even if when we are scared of making that first step, we need to say "F*ck it" and do it anyways. To make that choice despite the paralyzing and roaring feeling growing within them. She also loves to travel, read, and be present with nature. Her favorite national park so far is Glacier National Park.   Listen to Tina’s podcast The Courageous Inner Beast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2LZ7zMXRFUHW9Hqy2nVefe?si=c4bbae5390454d39 We want to hear from you! Where do you see people pleasing pop up most in your life? Let us know by texting or calling our anonymous number: (515)-650-3231 Connect with Tina online at:  Podcast: The Courageous Inner Beast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2LZ7zMXRFUHW9Hqy2nVefe?si=4f48e50b8ed340b5 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tinaohoang Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/tinaohoang Website: www.tinaohoang.com

    49 min

  3. NOV 3

    Taking Responsibility with guest Caurel Richards

    This week Julie, and Chrissa are joined by return guest Caurel Richards. Caurel is a dynamic and creative individual with a wealth of knowledge and experience having worked in multiple service industries in the last 14 years. One of the biggest lessons she learned in those years was the importance of mental health and how unhealed trauma can keep you stuck and away from the life you’ve dreamed of.  In 2021, after completing her training with Marisa Peer to become a Hypnotherapist and a Rapid Transformational Therapy Practitioner, she founded the company In Divine Thyme Transformational Services. Her mission is to help clients with Complex Childhood Trauma break down barriers and release unhealthy habits and patterns to rediscover freedom and peace of mind. Her goal is to get you excited about life again by empowering you with a fresh perspective.  Listen to Caurel’s previous episodes here:  https://open.spotify.com/episode/0v52u0YFSz5k6wafJtHKFp https://open.spotify.com/episode/0HSp41miNGnvVCB4FPfhZm https://open.spotify.com/episode/77NN14LDwgP7UYHmxWuNos Connect with Caurel online at: Web: https://indivinethyme.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/indivinethyme/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/indivinethymeservices/ 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

    56 min

  4. OCT 27

    Talking to Kids About Suicide with guest Brianna Banowetz

    Content Warning: Discussion of self harm and suicide This week Julie, and Chrissa are joined by Heart and Solutions BHIS Supervisor, Brianna Banowetz. Brianna is from Maquoketa, IA and currently lives in Cedar Rapids. She has been working for Heart and Solutions for less than a year but is excited to start her next adventure as a BHIS Supervisor. Outside of work, she loves her pets, which includes her dog, Odi, two cats, Lily and Lyla, and a gecko named Greg. Brianna also enjoys doing outdoor activities and reading!  Connect with Brianna Online: Web: https://heartandsolutions.net/providers/provider-brianna-banowetz/ 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

    57 min

  5. OCT 20

    Handling Stress with guest Eva ZobianWolf

    This week Julie, and Chrissa are joined by return guest Eva ZobianWolf.  Eva is a nurse turned mind-body specialist and certified yoga therapist, her goal is to reduce the effects of stress that lead to burnout. Over the last 5 years, she has worked with many clients with chronic illness, chronic pain, or PTSD.  Join us for Eva’s upcoming CE-Eligible training, Trauma Informed Communication, on November 14th. https://heartandsolutions.net/product/trauma-informed-communication/  Connect with Eva Online: Web: https://www.evazeewellness.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evazeewellness/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EvaZeeWellness/ To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa, call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236.  Connect with Eva online: Website: https://www.ccccnola.com/ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/cccc.nola Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cccc.nola/ 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

    49 min

  6. OCT 13

    College Scholarships with guest Christen Arafeh

    This week Julie, and Chrissa are joined by Christen Arafeh, a self proclaimed scholarship enthusiast. As a high school freshman Christen realized that if she wanted to go to college, as a first generation student, she would have to earn scholarships to afford tuition. She went on to earn more than $900,000 in scholarships, essentially getting paid to go to college. With a deep understanding of what works in the world of college and scholarship applications, she founded her own college consulting company to share that knowledge and support college-bound students in navigating the challenging journey of college admissions. Her mission is to empower students and their families, providing them with the tools to make informed decisions about their education and future, all while emphasizing the importance of affordable higher education and leveraging scholarships to achieve their academic dreams. To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa, call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236.  Connect with Christen online: Website: https://www.ccccnola.com/ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/cccc.nola Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cccc.nola/ 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

    58 min

  7. OCT 6

    Exploring Brainspotting with guest Natasha D’Arcangelo

    This week Julie, and Chrissa are joined by return guest Natasha D’Arcangelo. Natasha is  a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the states of Florida, Oregon and Washington, a Florida Qualified Supervisor and Compassion Fatigue Educator and Professional.She received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University, Sarasota. She is the clinical director for Lakewood Residential Treatment and an adjunct professor for Purdue University Global. Her previous experience includes 15 years as an educator, an inpatient psychiatric unit, community mental health work and private practice. She has presented on various topics including Destigmatizing Mental Health Care, Compassion Fatigue and Effective Techniques for Working with Teens. To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa, call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236.  Connect with Natasha online: Website: https://natashalmhc.com/ 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

  8. SEP 29

    Baby Loss with guest Amy Watson

    This week Julie, and Chrissa are joined by Amy Watson, a certified Life after Babyloss coach and David Kessler Certified Grief Educator. She combines her own experiences of stillbirth, miscarriage and pregnancy after loss with holistic mind and body practices to help loss parents heal their hearts. She is the host of the Smooth Stones Podcast where she shares everything you need to build a beautiful life even without all your babies in your arms. Amy has spent more than a decade supporting families through volunteer work including sewing thousands of tiny diapers and hats and offering in person support in the hospital after the death of a baby. When she’s not coaching she enjoys spending time with her family, baking yummy treats, and doing DIY projects. Amy is the mom of six living children and two babies in Heaven. To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa, call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236.  Connect with Amy online: Website: https://smoothstonescoaching.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smoothstonescoaching Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amy.smoothstonescoaching/ Podcast: https://smoothstonescoaching.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
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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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