Yoga in the Therapy Room: Strategies for Mental Health Therapists – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode, we explore the vital concept of self-compassion, specifically tailored for therapists. Learn about why self-compassion prevents burnout and compassion fatigue, backed by research studies from pioneers like Kristen Neff and Mark Leary. Discover simple, practical yoga-based self-compassion exercises to integrate into both personal self-care routines and therapy sessions with clients. 

"The more we do these, the more we are changing our neural pathways to move towards more self-compassion. It's going to take some time, so give yourself grace.”

• The Importance of Self-Compassion for Therapists
• Defining Self-Compassion
• Self-Compassion Practices for Therapists
• Self-Compassion Exercises

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In this episode, we explore the integration of polyvagal theory with yoga practices to enhance therapeutic approaches. Joined by Dr. Arielle Schwartz, a recognized expert in trauma-informed care, the discussion delves into the benefits of combining gentle yoga movements, breathwork, and mindfulness to help clients achieve safety, connection, and calm. Dr. Schwartz shares her journey into yoga and polyvagal theory, its application in therapy, and practical tools for therapists to incorporate these practices safely and ethically. 

MEET Dr. Arielle Schwartz

Arielle Schwartz, PhD, CCTP-II, E-RYT, is a licensed clinical psychologist, certified complex trauma professional, EMDR Consultant, and Kripalu yoga teacher. She is an internationally sought-out speaker, a leading voice in the field of trauma recovery, and the author of eight books including The Complex PTSD Workbook, EMDR Therapy and Somatic Psychology, The Post-Traumatic Growth Guidebook, and Applied Polyvagal Theory in Yoga.   As the founder of the Center for Resilience Informed Therapy, she offers an integrative, mind-body approach to therapy that includes relational therapy, somatic psychology, EMDR Therapy, parts-work therapy, and therapeutic yoga for trauma. She specializes in applied polyvagal theory which focuses on addressing imbalances within the autonomic nervous system that underlie most mental and physical health conditions.   Dr. Schwartz provides informational mental health and wellness updates through her writing, public speaking, social media presence, and blog. She believes that the journey of trauma recovery is an awakening of the spiritual heart. Learn more at www.drarielleschwartz.com and www.resilienceinformedtherapy.com

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• Exploring Polyvagal Theory and Yoga
• Daily Yoga Practices and Polyvagal Theory
• Phases of Trauma Recovery
• Mindful Mobilization and Sympathetic Nervous System
• Client-Centered Approach in Therapy
• Ethical Considerations in Therapeutic Practices

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In this episode, we explore the transformative effects of combining EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) with yoga for trauma healing. We discuss the science behind EMDR, its protocols, and the benefits of integrating mindful movement, breathwork, and body awareness practices from yoga. This episode will share a practical yoga session and examples of how these modalities enhance therapeutic outcomes, fostering a sense of empowerment and embodiment in clients.

MEET Paula Soto

Paula Soto LCSW, LISW-CP, ERYT200, YACEP/Paula owns Intersections Wellness and Intersections Wellness Intensive Treatment. She offers EMDR intensives, adjunct EMDR therapy, trauma-focused yoga instruction, consultation, continuing education, and program development. Paula serves therapy clients in PA and SC. 

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•  Integrating Yoga and EMDR in Therapy
• The EMDR Reprocessing Session Explained
• Challenges and Considerations in EMDR Therapy
•  Integrating Yoga with EMDR Therapy
• Tailoring Yoga Practices to Client Needs
• Chair Yoga Demonstration

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How do the Divine Masculine and Feminine energies interplay within ourselves and our relationships? How do we begin to recognize, honor, and integrate these energies into our everyday lives?

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Vanessa Grace is helping women steep in their innate Divine Feminine.  She is a Radiance Coach and Licensed Social Worker who transformed through the fires of becoming UnCodependent and having a Spiritual Awakening.  She loves to talk about epigenetics, chakras, and why your menstrual cycle is the secret to everything.  Her expertise, kind heart, and a dash of light humor help her clients heal the life experiences and trauma that created their heartache, to begin with.  Vanessa joins mental health, spiritual practices, and life aspirations to help women create the lives they really want for themselves.  Her private coaching, group coaching, and retreats help you truly transform from the inside.  If you want to heal your soul to become a strong self, she’s got you covered!

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IN THIS PODCAST:

• What do the terms “divine feminine” and “divine masculine” mean? 2:25
• What are the traits of the wounded feminine & wounded masculine? 10:53
• How can parts work be applied to understanding masculine & feminine energy? 27:37

• Energy vs. gender when discussing divine feminine and masculine
• Understanding the concept of wounded feminine and masculine
• What are the “core” needs of the divine feminine and masculine
• How do the divine feminine and masculine work together in all of us

• A look at the psychological framework of gender roles and when there is an imbalance
• What is our Core Essence?
• Recognizing these traits as a therapists
• What does the term “fawning” mean?

• The importance of taking a look at your inner child
• How to be more in your divine feminine and masculine
• Educating clients about healing wounded feminine or masculine
• How do these dynamics work in relationships?

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What are binaural beats? What are the benefits of using binaural beats for you and your clients?

MEET Wayne Altman

With a strong desire to make a difference to the people around him, Wayne Altman has worn many hats during his 54 years of life on planet Earth. Born in California but raised in Texas, Wayne grew up knowing he wanted to serve others. U.S. Army Veteran, Death Row Correctional Officer, Corporate Sales Trainer, and Author of 6 books on Mortgage and Credit.

Wayne has traveled to 19 countries and visited 49 States teaching Credit to consumers and Loan Officers in the Mortgage Industry. He currently owns multiple (14) online businesses all designed to enrich the lives of his customers and his community.

His latest business is Melody Clouds, a subscription relaxation website and app. With 8000 hours of Solfeggio, Binaural Beats, Guided Meditation, and 17,000 + Audiobooks all designed to relax and educate its subscribers at a price point other services just will not touch.

Wayne has determined that the healing and beneficial effects of this technology should be available to everyone who wants it. So, Melody Clouds is translated into over 100 different languages, and its membership spans across the globe. Wayne is married to the love of his life Traci, and together they are raising three incredibly beautiful and talented daughters. Cassidy, Reagan, and Morgan.

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IN THIS PODCAST:

• What are binaural beats? 3:41
• What research has gone into the effectiveness of binaural beats? 9:20
• How do binaural beats work for chronic pain? 17:23

• How do our brains process binaural beats?
• What does it mean to block grief with binaural beats?
• Can binaural beats help you sleep better?
• What are solfeggio frequencies?

• Using sound to manipulate emotions
• How do different frequencies affect different emotions?
• How to get our brain to recreate frequencies on its own
• What are some of the benefits of these different frequencies?

• Finding the right frequencies for each individual
• Are binaural beats safe for patients with PTSD?
• What is Melody Clouds?
• How to use binaural beats and solfeggio frequency

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What is grief yoga and how can it help individuals experiencing grief and loss? How can you use Compassionate Transformation when working with clients dealing with grief?

MEET Paul Denniston

Paul Denniston is the founder of Grief Yoga® and the author of Healing Through Yoga: Transform Loss into Empowerment.

The mission of Grief Yoga is to use movement, breath, and sound to release pain and suffering to connect to empowerment and love.

Grief Yoga combines many different forms of yoga to channel and release anger and allow unresolved grief a compassionate space to breathe and move. His gentle work creates a safe space of movement, transformation, and healing to connect to the resilient loving warrior within.

Paul has taught and trained this practice to thousands of therapists, counselors, and healthcare professionals around the world

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IN THIS PODCAST:

• What is the importance of combining sound, movement & breath? 5:44
• How to overcome grief in a safe way 9:06
• What are the benefits of using grief yoga?14:03

• What are the many ways that we suppress grief?
• Creating intention when using yoga movement for dealing with grief
• What are some challenges of moving through grief by only using talk therapy?
• Understanding how grief can be trapped in our bodies

• Why it is essential to find what we have to support us when dealing with grief
• Ways to find balance and center yourself
• How to encourage breathwork in grief
• How to introduce grief yoga to clients

• What is compassionate transformation?
• A movement walkthrough to get into the body and deepen the breath
• Identifying where you are holding pain in your body
• The importance of keeping movement simple and embodying what you are doing at the moment
• Is grief yoga trauma-informed?

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What is your soulful self? How can you access your divine nature and move towards self-healing?

MEET Dr. Shannon South

Dr. Shannon D. South, aka the “Joy Doctor”, is an award-winning therapist, an Amazon best-selling author, and an inspirational speaker. As an expert in the field of spirituality and healing trauma for over 25 years, she knows how to assist people in finding wholeness and joy naturally. In 1994, Shannon had a spiritual experience during meditation that healed her debilitating anxiety and depression permanently. Since this transformative experience, Shannon has helped thousands of clients connect to their most loving, abundant, and joy-filled selves. Shannon is the founder of the Ignite Your Life! programs, Heal Your Way to Success course, and the Grow Your Business by Growing You Breakthrough Day! 

She is a sought out, international trainer and coach helping spiritually-minded entrepreneurs break through what is standing in their way from abundance, joy, and success! Her recent book, Grow Your Business by Growing You: The spiritual entrepreneurs guide to maximum joy, abundance, and success, is a roadmap to this unique, healing process. She also trains other clinicians on how to bring Spirit and Soul into their practice for deep and lasting healing for their clients. Shannon loves dancing, being in nature, and a rowdy game of volleyball.

Find out more at Dr. Shannon South and connect with Dr. Shannon on Facebook & Instagram

For a free discovery call to see how she can help align you with your highest potential, go to www.drshannonsouth.com 

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IN THIS PODCAST:

• What does the word “soul” really mean? 2:55
• What is the Higher-self? 10:31
• What Is The Protective Personality? 16:15

• What are the common themes of the soul?
• What is stopping us from accessing our souls?
• The importance of embodying our strength
• What are some of the factors that can block us from truly embodying our soul?
• Do you have to be religious to believe in a soul?

• Why soul-embodiment is unique to each individual
• Practices that people use to connect with their higher self
• What does it feel like to disconnect from our soul?
• Opening up the channels of the soulful self to begin healing

• How do we instinctively protect ourselves?
• The importance of being in the present
• Recognizing your soulful, wisest self?
• What does it mean for your soul to be aligned?
• Resources for self-healing

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How can you combine multiple strategies and modalities into your practice to address mental health concerns? How can integrative solutions help connect mind, body, and spirit and start focusing on holistic well-being?

MEET Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

A mental health trailblazer, media personality, and founder of The Global Institute of Children’s Mental Health and Dr. Roseann, LLC, who is on a mission to change the way we view and treat mental health, showing people it's gonna be ok with science-backed tools that calm the brain. With her trademarked BrainBehaviorReset™ Program, she has helped thousands address the most challenging conditions affecting kids and families today, including PANS/PANDAS, OCD, anxiety, mood/behavior, and ADHD/executive functioning. 

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It's Gonna Be OK! Podcast

IN THIS PODCAST:

• The importance of integrating holistic solutions into your practice 6:48
• Focusing on the mind, body, & spirit connection 15:14
• What is layering in therapy? 19:37
• Types of holistic modalities to get started with 30:09

• Helping your clients understand how their nervous system responds to trauma
• The importance of calming the brain before beginning talk therapy
• Why is psychoeducation a crucial component of therapy?
• What is qEEG Brain Mapping?

• What do integrative solutions mean in therapy?
• Finding brain techniques that will work best for each individual’s clinical condition
• What is the best approach to teaching your clients about how their brain works?
• Focusing on therapeutic relationships

• The importance of educating your patients and establishing boundaries
• How to start using integrative holistic modalities as a clinician?
• What are your ethical boundaries when practicing holistic integrative therapy? 
• Finding modalities that align with you 

• The importance of sleep and the types of foods we consume
• Giving your clients options and the autonomy to choose what they are comfortable with in order for treatment to be more sustainable
• Resources for discovering new holistic modalities
• How to recommend supplements to your clients

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What does it mean to be a holistic therapist? How can you start to embrace being a holistic practitioner?

In this holistic short, I will discuss the difference between traditional and holistic therapy. I will go over why a holistic approach can benefit your clients in connecting all parts of themselves and the importance of connecting with other holistic therapists.

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What does it mean to be an HSP? What challenges come with being an HSP and what holistic strategies can you use to overcome the overwhelm of being highly sensitive?

MEET Erika Belanger

Erika is a yoga teacher, somatic coach, and the host of the On & Off Your Mat Podcast. For the last 8 years, Erika has helped sensitive women let go of overwhelm and overthinking by learning to manage their thoughts, feel their feelings, and heal their nervous system through mind-body-spirit practices. She's living proof of the power of self-healing as she herself has grown and worked through eating disorders, chronic illness, addiction, mental illness, patterns of self-sabotage & self-abandonment, and childhood trauma. She teaches online and in-person, for week-long retreats bringing her students and clients on a journey of awareness, compassion, embodiment, and transformation.

Find out more at Erika Belanger and connect with Erika on Instagram & Facebook 

On & Off Your Mat Podcast

IN THIS PODCAST:

• Recognizing the signs that you may be an HSP 3:18
• Finding and understanding the source of your overwhelm 15:00
• What are some holistic practices that can help HSP? 19:32

• Understanding the energy cycle of being highly sensitive
• The importance of understanding how your body reacts to stress
• What does it mean to widen your window of tolerance
• How each HSP is unique in their symptoms

• Are you more prone to anxiety as an HSP?
• The importance of accepting and embracing yourself as a highly sensitive person
• Finding ways to stay within your window of tolerance

• The importance of integrating many practices and touching on all aspects of your wellbeing
• How do your thoughts affect your emotions?
• What is a “Thought Protocol?”
• Bringing your emotions back into your body and integrating movement and being present
• What is an “Orienting Practice”?
• Integrating spirituality into your holistic approach

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