The Chronic Illness Therapists – Détails, épisodes et analyse

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Episode summary: In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Rita Gupta, a board-certified family medicine physician and integrative medicine practitioner, to discuss why you don't have to choose between traditional medicine and holistic approaches when managing chronic pain. We explore the three types of pain (nociceptive, neuropathic, and neuroplastic), explore how fear and anxiety create real physical symptoms in the body, and tackle some controversial territory around vaccines and chronic illness. Dr. Rita shares her unique perspective as someone who's lived with chronic pain herself while working within both traditional and integrative medical models, and we discuss practical strategies like understanding your personal recovery times, the importance of pain education in changing beliefs, and why finding practitioners who see you as a whole human - not just a collection of symptoms - can be life-changing. Whether you're feeling stuck between medical approaches or struggling to make sense of conflicting health information, this conversation offers a balanced, nuanced perspective on creating your own integrated approach to healing.

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Episode Summary: In this episode, registered dietitian Louisa O'Grady shares practical, evidence-based nutrition strategies for managing EDS, POTS, and MCAS without falling into restrictive diet patterns. Louisa, who lives with these conditions herself, debunks common myths about low histamine diets (they're meant to be temporary, not lifelong), introduces important tips like using belly bands for POTS symptom management during meals, and explains why your food reactions might actually be triggered by environmental factors like stress or barometric pressure changes rather than the food itself. She emphasizes an additive rather than restrictive approach to nutrition, offering practical solutions throughout the whole episode to manage histamine levels and strategic fiber introduction for gut health. Throughout the conversation, Louisa highlights the importance of individualized care, nervous system regulation, and working with qualified professionals who understand the complex interplay between these conditions and nutrition.

Resources mentioned:

→ Harvard Healthy Plate

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Episode summary: Destiny Davis speaks with Kara Cruz, a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in women's mental health, particularly perinatal mental health and perimenopause. They discuss the importance of women trusting themselves when advocating for their health needs, as many experience being dismissed or unheard by healthcare providers. Kara shares strategies for self-advocacy, including practical approaches like symptom tracking and preparing questions, as well as emotional regulation techniques to help clients recognize bodily sensations and navigate nervous system responses during difficult healthcare interactions. They explore how past trauma and people-pleasing behaviors can interfere with self-advocacy, emphasizing that learning to trust yourself is foundational to health advocacy. Kara also highlights the importance of community support through her Women's Support Circle and discusses the need for comprehensive screening for the seven distinct perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.

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In this episode, I sit down with Mark Flanagan, LCSW who has a keen interest in exploring the intricate relationship between stress and physical health. We talk about how nature can be affirming to our nervous system and the importance of making conscious choices in our lives. We explore the concept of success and failure and how it is defined by our values. Mark shares his insights on living in accordance with your values and how that can lead to a fulfilled life. Finally, we discuss the significance of building a community and how it's not just about adding more people to your life, but rather about creating quality connections that can enrich your life.

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email: ⁠⁠destiny@destinywinters.com⁠⁠ | IG: @the.chronicillnesstherapist.com | website: ⁠⁠thechronicillnesstherapist.com⁠⁠

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FREE DOWNLOAD: “6 Ways To Help Your Partner Understand Your Chronic Illness” - download at this link ⁠⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/628c0317081c14b7b35ee9de⁠⁠

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Everything we talk about here is just meant to be general education and information. It's not intended as personal mental health or medical advice. If you have any questions related to your unique circumstances, please contact a licensed therapist in your state of residence.

SOLO Episode

In this episode, I'll share some tips on how to be reliable with your word when you have a chronic illness. I talk about the importance of being honest about your limitations, having a support system in place, and taking care of your needs/boundaries.

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email: ⁠destiny@destinywinters.com⁠ | IG: @the.chronicillnesstherapist.com | website: ⁠thechronicillnesstherapist.com⁠

***If you like any of The Chronic Illness Therapist episodes, please leave a review! Reviews tell the app, “hey, people like this! Show it in the algorithm to more people!” :)

FREE DOWNLOAD: “6 Ways To Help Your Partner Understand Your Chronic Illness” - download at this link ⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/628c0317081c14b7b35ee9de⁠

FOR THERAPISTS - FREE CONSULT GROUP every third Friday of the month from 1-2:30pm EST. Join the email list here for updates: ⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/633e2980409cbc0f983fcee8⁠

Everything we talk about here is just meant to be general education and information. It's not intended as personal mental health or medical advice. If you have any questions related to your unique circumstances, please contact a licensed therapist in your state of residence.

Do you have an art project that you’ve been working on that’s been therapeutic for you? Zara’s collecting submissions for her online magazine and wants to share your work! Link to submit: https://earthbodieszine.com

Join therapist Zara Drapkin on her journey to discovering the power of nature to connect us back to ourselves. In this insightful podcast, Zara explores the themes of feeling big, feeling small, feeling dysregulated, and the importance of finding ways to feel supported through nature. Whether you live in a big city or amongst the Redwood trees, Zara believes that we are all connected and that nature can help us make sense of the insensible. As a therapist, Zara uses narrative therapy to help her clients create stories that make sense of their experiences and find meaning in their pain. So if you're looking for a new perspective on how to navigate life's challenges, this podcast is for you. Tune in to discover how nature can be a powerful tool for healing and growth.

The "circles of support" resource Destiny mentioned https://www.chifortwo.com/resources

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email: ⁠destiny@destinywinters.com⁠ | IG: @the.chronicillnesstherapist.com | website: ⁠thechronicillnesstherapist.com⁠

***If you like any of The Chronic Illness Therapist episodes, please leave a review! Reviews tell the app, “hey, people like this! Show it in the algorithm to more people!” :)

FREE DOWNLOAD: “6 Ways To Help Your Partner Understand Your Chronic Illness” - download at this link ⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/628c0317081c14b7b35ee9de⁠

FOR THERAPISTS - FREE CONSULT GROUP every third Friday of the month from 1-2:30pm EST. Join the email list here for updates: ⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/633e2980409cbc0f983fcee8⁠

Everything we talk about here is just meant to be general education and information. It's not intended as personal mental health or medical advice. If you have any questions related to your unique circumstances, please contact a licensed therapist in your state of residence.

In this insightful episode, we explore the intricate relationships between belief systems and terminal and chronic illnesses. We explore the topic of how our relationships and bodies can be unreliable during times of health challenges and the significance of spirituality as a coping mechanism. We discuss the concept of transcendence and how it can help us find meaning and purpose in our lives, particularly during difficult times. We also touch on the importance of doing a life review at the end of life and the potential benefits of healing on biological, psychological, physical, and spiritual levels. Finally, we explore the topic of ancestral healing and its potential impact on our overall health and wellbeing. Tune in to gain valuable insights and strategies for navigating life's challenges with greater ease and grace.

Connect w/ Matthew

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/matthew-morse-new-york-ny/1047790

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*Mentally Well While Chronically Ill - Learning the art of acceptance: ⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63d2912ede520bd60dc33c35⁠

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Connect with Destiny

email: ⁠destiny@destinywinters.com⁠ | IG: @the.chronicillnesstherapist.com | website: ⁠thechronicillnesstherapist.com⁠

***If you like any of The Chronic Illness Therapist episodes, please leave a review! Reviews tell the app, “hey, people like this! Show it in the algorithm to more people!” :)

FREE DOWNLOAD: “6 Ways To Help Your Partner Understand Your Chronic Illness” - download at this link ⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/628c0317081c14b7b35ee9de⁠

FOR THERAPISTS - FREE CONSULT GROUP every third Friday of the month from 1-2:30pm EST. Join the email list here for updates: ⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/633e2980409cbc0f983fcee8⁠

Everything we talk about here is just meant to be general education and information. It's not intended as personal mental health or medical advice. If you have any questions related to your unique circumstances, please contact a licensed therapist in your state of residence.

This is my first solo episode!

Tune in as I explore the power of relationships and self-trust in our healing journey. This is a candid dialogue where I dive into the importance of connection and community in our path towards self-discovery and healing. From building trust with others to learning how to trust ourselves, this podcast will inspire and empower you to cultivate meaningful relationships and nurture your own inner wisdom.

I discuss

• How to know when to keep going or when to stop with certain treatment protocols.
• Who do you turn to when things go wrong or feel harder?
• Why it’s better to heal together rather than alone
• How we as therapists hold space for you in session

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*Mentally Well While Chronically Ill - Learning the art of acceptance: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63d2912ede520bd60dc33c35

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Connect with Destiny

email: destiny@destinywinters.com | IG: @the.chronicillnesstherapist.com | website: thechronicillnesstherapist.com

***If you like any of The Chronic Illness Therapist episodes, please leave a review! Reviews tell the app, “hey, people like this! Show it in the algorithm to more people!” :)

FREE DOWNLOAD: “6 Ways To Help Your Partner Understand Your Chronic Illness” - download at this link https://view.flodesk.com/pages/628c0317081c14b7b35ee9de

FOR THERAPISTS - FREE CONSULT GROUP every third Friday of the month from 1-2:30pm EST. Join the email list here for updates: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/633e2980409cbc0f983fcee8

Everything we talk about here is just meant to be general education and information. It's not intended as personal mental health or medical advice. If you have any questions related to your unique circumstances, please contact a licensed therapist in your state of residence.

In this enlightening episode, we delve into several topics related to physical and mental health, including

• medical gaslighting and its impact on patients.
• explore the significance of helping individuals navigate major life transitions, such as
• becoming a mother,
• going through breakups,
• and developing chronic illnesses.

Additionally, we discuss migraines and narcolepsy and their effects on the body and mind. We highlight the importance of building a strong support system when dealing with health challenges and the benefits of understanding medical terminology as a therapist working with chronically ill clients. Moreover, we emphasize the beauty of embracing imperfections and the dangers of overworking ourselves and the fear of resting. Finally, we tackle the challenges of dating with a chronic illness and offer valuable insights and strategies for overcoming them.

Connect w/ guest

Email: ginny@drkington.com

Website: www.drginnykington.com

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MEMBERSHIP WAITLIST SIGNUP

*Mentally Well While Chronically Ill - Learning the art of acceptance: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63d2912ede520bd60dc33c35

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Connect with Destiny

email: destiny@destinywinters.com | IG: @the.chronicillnesstherapist.com | website: thechronicillnesstherapist.com

***If you like any of The Chronic Illness Therapist episodes, please leave a review! Reviews tell the app, “hey, people like this! Show it in the algorithm to more people!” :)

FREE DOWNLOAD: “6 Ways To Help Your Partner Understand Your Chronic Illness” - download at this link https://view.flodesk.com/pages/628c0317081c14b7b35ee9de

FOR THERAPISTS - FREE CONSULT GROUP every third Friday of the month from 1-2:30pm EST. Join the email list here for updates: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/633e2980409cbc0f983fcee8

Everything we talk about here is just meant to be general education and information. It's not intended as personal mental health or medical advice. If you have any questions related to your unique circumstances, please contact a licensed therapist in your state of residence.

In this insightful episode, we explore several topics related to mental and physical health, including

• the benefits of play therapy for children with chronic illnesses
• the importance of allowing time to process thoughts, emotions, and fears as a means of promoting greater self-awareness and emotional regulation
• body positivity and neutrality, highlighting the importance of cultivating a healthy relationship with our bodies.
• Finally, we touch on the subjects of multitasking and low frustration tolerance and how they can impact our daily lives.

Tune in to gain valuable insights and practical strategies for improving your overall well-being. __________________________________________________ MEMBERSHIP WAITLIST SIGNUP *Mentally Well While Chronically Ill - Learning the art of acceptance: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63d2912ede520bd60dc33c35 __________________________________________________ Guest Info Sarah Erdman MEd APC https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/sarah-erdman-marietta-ga/869762 __________________________________________________ Connect with Destiny email: destiny@destinywinters.com | IG: @the.chronicillnesstherapist.com | website: thechronicillnesstherapist.com ***If you like any of The Chronic Illness Therapist episodes, please leave a review! Reviews tell the app, “hey, people like this! Show it in the algorithm to more people!” :) FREE DOWNLOAD: “6 Ways To Help Your Partner Understand Your Chronic Illness” - download at this link https://view.flodesk.com/pages/628c0317081c14b7b35ee9de FOR THERAPISTS - FREE CONSULT GROUP every third Friday of the month from 1-2:30pm EST. Join the email list here for updates: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/633e2980409cbc0f983fcee8 Everything we talk about here is just meant to be general education and information. It's not intended as personal mental health or medical advice. If you have any questions related to your unique circumstances, please contact a licensed therapist in your state of residence.