FEATURED GUESTS: Reina Lombardi, ATR-BC, ATCS, LMHC-QS is a Registered Board Certified Art Therapist, Art Therapy Certified Supervisor, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor Qualified Supervisor. She owns Florida Art Therapy Services, LLC , a full-fee group practice, where she and a team of therapists provide in-person and technology facilitated individual and group art therapy and counseling services, contracted art therapy groups at various community agencies, supervision and continuing education programming for counselors and art therapists. She has contributed to several academic texts on the topics of art therapy and clinical supervision, and is a frequent presenter/speaker at local and national professional conferences. She also owns Creative Clinician’s Corner, LLC where she provides practice building resources and consultation services for creative arts therapists with a desire to build and scale their own private practice. She is the host of The Creative Psychotherapist Podcast where she interviews successful creative therapists about the tools and strategies they used to grow their dream practices, as well as how they have hustled to create additional streams of income using their knowledge and creativity by developing products and services that enhance their therapy practices. LISTEN & LEARN: Five mindset characteristics to help navigate challenges as a business owner. Why we need to reconsider how we define failure. Using our greatest asset - creativity - in how we approach mindset in business.  RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE SHOW: Need support in creating your practice email me for a consult: creativeclinician@gmail.com

FEATURED GUESTS: Dawn Burau, ATR-BC, LMHC worked in a therapeutic classroom for 13 years at a school in Lexington, MA. The school works with children with social, emotional, behavioral, neurological and academic struggles and their families. She is currently a therapist in their outpatient program. Dawn was core faculty at Lesley University in the Graduate School of Expressive Therapy form 2016-2023. She has given multiple lectures at local and national conferences on topics related to special education, curriculum modifications, use of arts in the school setting, and interpreting and applying neuropsychological assessments in the classroom and in the development of treatment plans. Dawn co-authored two books with Daniel Reinstein: Integrating Neuropsychological and Psychological Assessments (2014) and Applying the Results of Neuropsychological and Psychological Assessments (2017). Dawn loves nature and being outdoors, recently opening a gardening coaching business Wild Indigo Gardening. LISTEN & LEARN: How understanding the results of neuropsychological and psychological assessments can enhance your therapeutic practice. Why the Expressive Therapies Continuum provides an excellent framework for media process selection in connection with the results of assessments. The value of listening to your needs and personality as you develop your business. The role of risk tolerance and business creation. RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE SHOW: Learn more about Dawn Burau at: www. wildindigogardening.com Email Dawn at Dawn@wildindigogardening.com https://www.routledge.com/Integrating-Neuropsychological-and-Psychological-Evaluations-Assessing/Reinstein-Burau/p/book/978041570888 https://www.routledge.com/Applying-the-Results-of-Neuropsychological-and-Psychological-Assessments-A-Manual-for-Teachers-and-Specialists/Burau-Reinstein/p/book/9781138238961

FEATURED GUESTS: Juliet L. King, PhD, ATR-BC, LPC, LMHC is an Associate Professor of Art Therapy at The George Washington University and an Adjunct Associate Professor of Neurology at the Indiana University School of Medicine. Juliet has over two decades as a clinician, administrator, and educator. She developed and implemented the graduate art therapy program at Herron School of Art & Design-IUPUI, where her leadership spearheaded over 30 graduate student internships in the Indianapolis community and throughout the state. As a translational scientist, Professor King investigates the systematic integration of art therapy and cognitive neuroscience, applying her research to support those exposed to trauma across diverse populations and contexts. In 2016, she authored and edited Art Therapy, Neuroscience and Trauma: Theoretical and Practical Perspectives, with a highly anticipated second edition slated for release in early 2024. LISTEN & LEARN: How having a general understanding of neuroscience can help support stigma reduction in treatment. How helping clients to understand their nervous systems can have a positive impact on treatment outcomes. The importance of interdisciplinary or transdisciplinary collaboration in research in art therapy. Benefits of the growing body of research in support of the arts as healing practices. The Expressive Therapies Continuum's role in helping therapists select interventions to facilitate different neurological responses. RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE SHOW: Learn more about Juliet King at: www.arttherapyresearch.com Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/tertiaryprocess/ LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliet-l-king-23377529/ Art Therapy, Trauma & Neuroscience edited by Juliet King, PhD Neuroarts Blueprint https://neuroartsblueprint.org/ Arts & Mind Lab https://www.artsandmindlab.org/

FEATURED GUESTS: Robert L. Bray, Ph.D., LCSW has worked in the field of traumatic stress recovery for over 40 years. Beginning as volunteer on a crisis hot line and throughout his professional career, he has always focused on the impact of traumatic stress on the mental and physical health of individuals, families, and communities. Dr. Bray has extensive experience as a clinician helping in recovery from natural disasters, criminal acts, and domestic violence of all types. He has been training, writing, and developing Thought Field Therapy since 1996. Dr. Bray’s book “Heal Traumatic Stress NOW: Complete Recovery with Thought Field Therapy – No Open Wounds” provides a consumer-friendly self-help guide to anyone struggling with overwhelming stress. He is also an approved ICISF trainer. https://rlbray.com/ LISTEN & LEARN: How TFT engages the full person - body, mind and spirit. The crisis tapping sequence used in TFT. The role of muscle testing in TFT and how it circumvents the need for using verbal language. The integrative capacity of TFT with any other therapy modalities. History of TFT and the creator, Roger Callahan. RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE SHOW: Learn more about & Train with Dr. Robert Bray at: www.rlbray.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThoughtFieldTherapyCenter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rlbray/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/DrRobertBray Association for Comprehensive Energy Psychology https://www.energypsych.org/ No Open Wounds E-Book https://rlbray.com/product/no-open-wounds-e-book/ More on Founder of TFT Dr. Roger Callahan http://www.rogercallahan.com/callahan.php

FEATURED GUESTS: Bridget Steed is a licensed therapist, Person-Centered Expressive Arts Practitioner, and intermodal artist with a Master’s Degree in Art Therapy. She is passionate about using “art as healing” and believes that creative expression is an inner resource available to everyone. Bridget is the Arts & Recovery Team Lead for Disastershock, an international humanitarian relief organization whose goal is to help children and families affected by disaster-related stress and trauma, and she has served on the Board of Directors for The International Expressive Arts Therapy Association (IEATA) since 2020, currently acting as one of the board’s Executive Co-Chairs. After working in clinical settings, both online and in-person, with adults with intellectual and physical disabilities as well as children and adolescents dealing with poverty, abuse, addiction, and a myriad of other social and emotional issues, Bridget is now focusing on growing her private practice, Precious Cargo Expressive Arts Therapy, while living on the Yucatán Peninsula in Southern Mexico. LISTEN & LEARN: Logistical considerations for providing telehealth services while traveling. The power of creating connections through volunteer work. The benefits of showing up as we are with consistency to build opportunities in your practice. An example of a non-hustle mindset approach to marketing. Recognizing fear as a guide and the voice of historic programming designed to keep us safe at the expense of creating an impact in the world. RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE SHOW: Learn more about Bridget at: https://www.bridgetsteed.com/ Bridget's online practice at: https://preciouscargoexpressiveartstherapy.com/ International Expressive Arts Therapy Association: https://www.ieata.org/ Disastershock at: https://www.disastershock.com/

FEATURED GUESTS: Dr. Jenn's dedication to working with those transforming their lives after trauma and addiction has led her to embrace a body-first approach to healing that is grounded in over two decades of clinical practice and knowledge regarding complex trauma, psychology, neuroscience, play, and embodiment, along with her own trauma survival journey and lived experience. Her innovative and integrative approach to trauma-informed holistic healing and wellness has been amplified by her deep personal work and professional training in Ayurveda, Reiki, yoga, nutrition, strength training, and alternative expressive arts healing modalities. Dr. Jenn has been a sought-after speaker, consultant, writer, and coach, and is passionate about working with adaptive athletes, survivors of complex trauma, and those working through addiction. LISTEN & LEARN: The difference between a Body-First Approach & Bottom-Up Approach. How trauma-informed weigh-lifting and physical fitness sessions differ from mainstream models of personal training. What is Reiki? The benefits of tangible examples when teaching complex concepts to clients. RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE SHOW: Connect with Dr. Jenn at https://www.facebook.com/MoonPhoenixRising.JA Check out all 6 of Dr. Jenn's The Fabulous Fight or Flight Stress System Book Series for Kids Center for Trauma & Embodiment SESSIONS AT THE SUMMIT: June 5, 6 & 7, 2024 from 6-9pm Transforming Trauma: An Integrative Approach for the Mind, Body, Heart & Soul at the Mid-Atlantic Play Therapy Training Institute in Norfolk, Virginia. August 25-29, 2024 she will be facilitating experiences on Soul-Collage® & Shadow Work at the upcoming Summit Retreat in Sedona, Arizona . {Disclaimer: To be transparent, some links to the books/ products mentioned in the show are affiliate links. We receive a small fee if you purchase an item using the links. We use the fees to help us grow and improve the podcast. We will never use an affiliate link to a product that we don't believe in or haven't vetted ourselves. Thank you for your support.}

FEATURED GUESTS: Emery Mikel, ATR-BC, LCAT (NY), LPAT (NJ) is based in New York City and is the founder & director of Water & Stone, a Creative Arts Therapy PLLC (a contemplative creative arts therapy group practice) and Firefly & Phoenix LLC (a company supporting psychotherapists’ entrepreneurial ambitions). Emery has spent over 15 years bringing a creative and contemplative approach to her therapy work, specializing in coping with grief and loss, transforming anxiety, and creating spaces for people to find and express themselves. As she blazed her own way into private practice and found diverse ways of working, Emery developed an approach to helping other therapists that combines her business acumen with contemplative exploration. Through workshops and programs, she supports others in realizing their own dreams of how they want to work with people in the world. Emery also enjoys supervising interns, guest lecturing at George Washington University and is adjunct faculty at Nazareth University. Her first book, The Art of Business: A Guide for Creative Arts Therapists Starting on a Path to Self-Employment was published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers in 2013 and focuses on contracting with organizations while developing creative business skills as a traveling art therapist. She’s publishing a new book in 2024 that brings together the stories of over 20 creative arts therapists who have, in one way or another, found or created their own paths. This book is about making more people’s journeys visible, inspiring others, and hopefully creating a larger sense of community along the way. LISTEN & LEARN: What goes into self-publishing. Why having inspirational content by creative arts therapists is important for up-and-coming therapists. What to expect from the new Book The Art of Entrepreneurship. The benefits of having control over your published work. RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE SHOW: Connect with Emery Mikel at https://www.fireflyandphoenix.com Follow Emery Mikel on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/fireflyandphoenixmentoring/ Sign up for the Monthly Newsletter: http://tinyurl.com/EmeryNewsletter

FEATURED GUESTS: Charity graduated from Walden University with a doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC 15667 and Qualified Supervisor for Clinical Mental Health Counselor Interns, EMDR trained, Certified Integrative Mental Health Provider (C-IMHP), and a Nationally Certified Christian Counselor (NCCC). Dr. Charity Godfrey is originally from South Jersey and brings her direct, pragmatic approach to her clients therapy through applying bibliotherapy (The use of literature to process stress/life traumas), EMDR therapy, CBT, and/or Inner Child Healing Work. Charity has over 13 years of clinical experiences counseling: adolescents, adults, couples, and families in various therapeutic settings for: Couples in Crisis, Addiction, Mental Health Diagnoses, Trauma, and Grief. Charity specializes in INNER CHILD healing work through the use of Bibliotherapy, which provides context for the healing journey of inner child, outer child, and adult self. Visit the Services tab and read more under Inner Child Therapy. Transformation Life Coach: If therapy is not what you’re seeking, you may benefit from a Life Coach. If you know what you want but feel stuck to move forward, transformation life coaching is the right fit. The program provides structured steps to put your plan into actionable steps. Reach out if you would like to know more about how I can help you in your life journey to success. Personal Message from Charity: I provide a comprehensive and direct approach to helping people heal through life’s challenges in an empowering, collaborative, and honest manner. The purpose of Lifescape Integrative Therapy, LLC is to provide a safe collaborative environment in which the client can heal through self-reflective practices for long-term change. LISTEN & LEARN: The importance of taking time to envision your practice. The benefits of authenticity and transparency in communication in growing a team and connecting with your ideal clients. The power of inviting community partners into your practice. The benefit of designing your practice according to your values. Why finding an accomplished mentor with aligned values can be of benefit as you are building your practice. RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE SHOW: Learn more about Dr Charity at https://lifescapeintegrativetherapy.com/charity-ann-godfrey Connect with Dr Charity on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dr.charitygodfreylifescape LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-charity-godfrey-2a016a58 {Disclaimer: To be transparent, some of the links to the books/ products mentioned in the show are affiliate links. We receive a small fee if you purchase an item using the links. We use the fees to help us grow and improve the podcast. We will never use an affiliate link to the product that don't believe in or haven't vetted ourselves. Thank you for your support.}

FEATURED GUESTS: Mary Adkins is a writing coach and founder of The Book Incubator, a 12-month program to write, revise, and pitch your novel or memoir. She is author of the novels When You Read This (Indie Next Pick, “Best Book of 2019” by Good Housekeeping and Real Simple), Privilege (Today.com “Best Summer Read,” New York Post “Best Book of the Week”), and Palm Beach (recently named one of the New York Post’s “Best Books of 2021”). Her books have been published in 13 countries, and her essays and reporting have appeared in the New York Times, The Atlantic, Slate, and more. A graduate of Yale Law School and Duke University, she helps aspiring authors finish their books with joy and clarity. Her new memoir is due to come out in 2024. Apply for The Book Incubator by going to www.thebookincubator.com to learn how to write your own fiction novel or share your own personal memoir. LISTEN & LEARN: Why therapists are uniquely positioned to write a novel. The structure of a query letter to potential literary agents. Ranges of advances one might expect when publishing for the first time. Preparing oneself for the rejection letters when pitching for publishing. RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE SHOW: Learn more about Mary at https://maryadkinswriter.com/ Connect with Mary on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/adkinsmary or at https://maryadkinswriter.com/contact Find more resources at https://www.thebookincubator.com/apply-novel-writing-program The First Draft Club Podcast https://maryadkinswriter.com/podcast Liz Gilbert's Big Magic {Disclaimer: To be transparent, some of the links to the books/ products mentioned in the show are affiliate links. We receive a small fee if you purchase an item using the links. We use the fees to help us grow and improve the podcast. We will never use an affiliate link to the product that don't believe in or haven't vetted ourselves. Thank you for your support.}