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Episode 60: Dissociation Made Simple

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In this weeks episode of What Your Therapist is Reading, Jessica Fowler speaks with Jamie Marich, Ph.D. about her book Dissociation Made Simple: A Stigma-Free Guide to Embracing Your Dissociative Mind and Navigating Life. In our discussion, Dr. Marich explores what dissociations is, examples and various treatments.  
Highlights include:
4:02 Dr. Marich shares the 101 of what dissociation is
6:53: Examples of dissociation
9:54 Aspects of self
12:58 Dr. Marich shares that this book is for the general public but does have sections specifically for therapists.
16:38 We explore the importance of learning from those with lived experience
20:02 A discussion about the importance of being comfortable working with dissociation
About the author:
Jamie Marich, Ph.D. (she/they) speaks internationally on EMDR therapy, trauma, addiction, dissociation, expressive arts, yoga, and mindfulness, and runs a private practice and online training network in her home base of Akron, OH. Dr. Marich has written numerous books, notably Trauma and the 12 Steps: An Inclusive Guide to Recovery, Dissociation Made Simple: A Stigma-Free Guide to Embracing Your Dissociative Mind and Navigating Life, and most recently, You Lied to Me About God: A Memoir. She has won numerous awards for LGBT+ and mental health advocacy, specifically in reducing stigma around dissociative disorders through the sharing of her own lived experience.

Episode 59: Tales of a Black Therapist

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In this weeks episode of What Your Therapist is Reading, Jessica Fowler speaks with Chris Gamble about his book Tales of a Black Therapist. In our discussion, Chris shares how he uses storytelling to highlight the unique challenges and perspectives of Black therapists.
Highlights include:
4:10 Chris shares about the premise of the book and how although a novel wanted to share some of the lessons he was learning in community mental health work, although the stories are fictional.
10:55 Systemic issues in mental health care.
12:57 Chris shares who this book is for and how he provides book club questions.
16:55 We discuss how often students are not made away of what it is like to really work in the mental health field.
About the author:
Chris Gamble is a Licensed Professional Counselor and author in Washington, D.C. Through his publishing company, Blank Passage, he aims to use storytelling and education to shift the narratives shaping our systems of mental health care.
Connect with Chris on instagram

Episode 58: The Integrated Entrepreneur: Actualize Your Potential and Fulfill Your Purpose

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In this weeks episode of What Your Therapist is Reading, Jessica Fowler speaks with Raeanne Lacatena about her book The Integrated Entrepreneur: Actualize Your Potential and Fulfill Your Purpose.  We cover a lot in this weeks episode, far beyond being an entrepreneur. 
Highlights:
4:43: Raeanne shares about how the book is about helping people understand that business is about doing the internal work to get the external results.
6:45: Raeanne shares about the decision to include client stories but also her own.
11:04: Maslow's hierarchy of needs.
17:19 Exploring our own beliefs about money.
About the author:
Raeanne Lacatena helps experienced entrepreneurs and small business owners reach their greatest expectations while living their happiest, healthiest, and wealthiest lives. Among the business owners she serves are restaurateurs, brick-and-mortar offices like those of physicians and therapists, and online businesses for authors, artists, speakers, and coaches. Raeanne is a Holistic Certified Professional Business Coach, Licensed Registered Mental Health Practitioner, and Reiki Master with two decades of experience in the business coaching and professional development fields. Raeanne is also a mother of three children under seven who help her understand and live the principles she teaches more deeply everyday!
Connect with the author on instagram.

Episode 57: Devout:: A Memoir of Doubt

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*Trigger warning for episode and book as the author does share about struggles with mental health.
In this episode of What Your Therapist is Reading, Jessica Fowler is speaking with Anna Gazmarian about her book Devout: A Memoir of Doubt.  Anna shares how traditional views of faith and mental illness can be at odds, and explains how she redefined her spirituality to see God in moments of safety and love.  This conversation dives into themes of spiritual trauma, the intersection of faith and therapy, and the resilience of individuals with mental illness. Anna’s perspective offers hope and insight, showing that thriving with faith and mental illness is possible.
Highlights:
3:29 Anna shares how it was difficult to reconcile her faith with her diagnosis.  She shares how the book chronicles her experience.
5:21: Anna shares what her mental illness is like for her.
7:45: Anna shares how treatment was a miracle for her.
11:26: Anna sharing how she had to redefine what faith was for her.
 
About the author: 
Anna Gazmarian hold an MFA in Creative Writing from the Bennington Writing Seminars. Her essays have been published in The Guardian, The Rumpus, Longreads, The Sun Magazine and Quarterly West.
 

Episode 56: Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're the F-ing Worst

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In this episode of What Your Therapist is Reading, Jessica Fowler is speaking with Laura Belgray, an award-winning copywriter, founder of Talking Shrimp, and author of Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're the F’ing Worst. The discussion covers Laura’s unconventional journey to success, the themes in her book, and relatable personal stories.
Key Highlights:
-We discuss how Tough Titties explores Laura’s coming-of-age story and her winding path she took to find herself and her career through chapters that chronicle her life in NYC in a vulnerable, yet relatable way.
-Laura shares about a bully in 6th grade and lessons learned.
-Laura shares about having a father as a therapist and what that experience was like for her.
-Laura touches on different life experiences as she tried to find herself and what she would say to her younger self.
-Laura shares how she wants this book to help readers feel less alone.
About the author:
Laura is an award-winning copywriter, founder of Talking Shrimp, and author of Tough Titties: On Living Your Best Life When You're the F'ing Worst. (Hachette) She's written TV spots for clients like NBC, Fandango and Bravo; and she helps entrepreneurs find words that make buyers go bananas. Her course with Marie Forleo, The Copy Cure, helps you find your voice and sell your anything.

Episode 55: Trauma Impacts: Repercussions of Individual and Collective Trauma

*Trigger warning for this episode as we are discussing trauma.
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This episode is for those in the helping professions.
In this episode of What Your Therapist Is Reading, Jessica Fowler is speaking with Jessica Stone, Ph.D., RPT-S, and Clair Mellenthin, LCSW, RPT-S, two of the authors of the book, Trauma Impacts: Repercussions of Individual and Collective Trauma. The episode focuses on the multifaceted effects of trauma, both on individuals and communities, and how these impacts ripple through generations.
 
Highlights include:
10:04 Shares how the book is set up including the 3 sections which include the impacts of trauma, trauma impacts with specific populations, and future implications.
13:01 Exploring relationships within the systems and need for healing.
18:19 Generational Trauma.
20:15 When the helper is in crisis too.
21:01 Trauma and neurodiversity.
27:03 Who this book is for.
About the authors:
Jessica Stone, Ph.D., RPT-S, is a licensed psychologist working in a private practice setting. She has been a practitioner, professor, presenter, mentor, and author for more than 30 years. Dr. Stone’s interest in therapeutic digital tools, specifically using virtual reality, tablets, and consoles and AI, has culminated in clinical mental health use and research for mental health, medical, and crisis settings. She is the co-creator of the Virtual Sandtray App for iPad (VSA) and the Virtual Sandtray for Virtual Reality (VSA-VR). Dr. Stone is the past Chief Psychology Officer for AscendantVR, is a member of various boards, and serves as an affiliate of the East Carolina University College of Education Neurocognition Science Laboratory.
Clair Mellenthin, LCSW, RPT-S, is a renowned clinical supervisor, international speaker, and acclaimed play therapist. As the author of best-selling books like "Attachment Centered Play Therapy," she brings unparalleled expertise to the field. With a wealth of experience as a play therapist and professor, Clair has significantly impacted the lives of numerous children and families. Recognized for her contributions, she is a sought-after expert in media, frequently sharing insights on children and family issues at both local and national levels.
Dr. Robert Jason Grant is the creator of AutPlay® Therapy. He is a therapist, supervisor, and consultant and utilizes several years of advanced training and his own lived neurodivergent experience to provide affirming services to children and their families. He is an international trainer and keynote presenter and multi-published author of several articles and books. He is currently serving on the board of directors for the Association for Play Therapy.

Episode 54: You're on Fire, It's Fine: Effective Strategies for Parening Teens with Self Destructive Behaviors

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Trigger Warning: In this episodes, we discuss self-destructive behaviors, self-harm and suicide.
In this episode of What Your Therapist Is Reading, Jessica Fowler is joined by Katie K. May, LPC, to discuss her book You're on Fire, It's Fine: Effective Strategies for Parenting Teens with Self-Destructive Behaviors.
Highlights include:
What it means to be an "emotionally sensitive" teen 
Self-destructive behaviors as coping mechanisms
The importance of parental regulation
Practical strategies for emotional regulation
Building trust and communication
About the author:
Katie is the owner and executive director of Creative Healing, is a national speaker and trainer specializing in therapy for teens with depression, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts. As one of only eleven Linehan board-certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) clinicians in Pennsylvania, she's an expert in this gold-standard treatment for life-threatening behaviors. Katie is committed to helping teens feel accepted for who they are while teaching them skills to build a life they love.

EMDR Workbook for Kids

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In this weeks episode, Jessica Fowler is speaking with Christine Mark-Griffin about her book, EMDR Workbook for Kids. 
Highlights:
4:23 Christine describes EMDR therapy.
8:14 Christine shares how the book aligns with the 8 phases of EMDR therapy.
9:54 Christine describes how she involves parents in the book and how parents can be a part of the process including what to expect from your child who is receiving EMDR therapy.
15:12 We explore how play can be involved in EMDR therapy and it isn't just for kids.
About the author:
Christine Mark-Griffin is a licensed clinical social worker, EMDRIA approved consultant and advanced trainer. As an EMDR consultant & trauma-conscious yoga therapist, Christine passionate about playfully combining her love of music, movement, fitness & yoga with clinical practice to help children learn, grow and heal. She is the owner of Spark All Wellness, a small group practice located in San Francisco, California specializing in EMDR and trauma therapy with women and children. Additionally, she is the author of “EMDR Workbook for Kids” & founder of EMDR for Kids. The mission at EMDR for Kids is to empower therapists, parents, and children of all ages with resources, tools, and training to overcome trauma & adversities.
 

Birth Story for Loss

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Trigger warning: This book is on various forms of perinatal loss and we are discussing that in this episode.
IN this weeks episode, Jessica Fowler is speaking with Emily Souder, LCSW-C, PMH-C about her book Birth Story Held for Loss: A Guide for Reflecting on Your Fertility Experience, Miscarriage, Abortion, TFMR, Stillbirth and Infant Loss.
Highlights include:
4:40 Types of perinatal loss.
6:28: Discussing the prompts in the book.
8:21 Emily sharing why she wrote the book and the need that she saw.
10:09 The concept of holding is explored.
About the author:
Emily Souder is a therapist and social worker licensed in Maryland. She is certified in perinatal mental health and has written books to help readers explore and reflect on their birth and perinatal loss experiences, and on finding amusement and intuition in their daily lives. She enjoys time spent with her husband and two kids, and time reading, writing, and exploring small surprises in nature.
 

Episode 51: Dyslexia Advocate!

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In this weeks episode, Jessica Fowler is speaking with Kelli Sandman-Hurley, Ed.D, about her book Advocate! How to Advocate for a Child with Dyslexia within the Public Education System.  
Highlights include:
Discussing what dyslexia is and the signs.
Supports for middle and high school students.
Exploring some of the myths about dyslexia.
The mental health impacts of dyslexia.
About the author:
Kelli Sandman-Hurley, Ed.D. is the author and founder of the Dyslexia Training Institute. She co-created and produced “Dyslexia for a Day: A Simulation of Dyslexia,” as well as writing the well-received books, Dyslexia Advocate! How to Advocate for a Child with Dyslexia within the Public Education System, Dyslexia & Spelling: Making Sense of it All and The Adult Side of Dyslexia.