You Need a Counselor Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

This week on the You Need a Counselor podcast Julie and Chrissa are joined by return guest Lisa Boehm to chat about her new book, Now What? Throughout the conversation we unpack how grief extends far beyond death to include losses like relationships, health, identity, and career changes, and how constant life transitions can leave people overwhelmed with change fatigue. Lisa introduces her RESET framework — Release, Energize, Strengthen, Envision, and Take Action — offering practical, compassionate strategies for navigating uncertainty, setting healthy boundaries, building resilience, and asking for help when life feels too heavy to carry alone. 

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Listen to Lisa’s other appearances on the show: 

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1RKg1VwHLa1mh8V1E8vhC3?si=ErVn5UGTSJ2KMdg-DjknCw

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3Ok8RhRZXAqOMhMc6pJabu?si=iEQhlSFzTtWif0lEjT_VQA

Connect with Lisa online: 

Podcast: https://www.risingstrongpodcast.com

Speaking: https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/speaking

Book: https://a.co/d/034IkydW

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

This week on the You Need a Counselor podcast Julie is and Chrissa are joined by Katie K May, licensed therapist, author, speaker, and group practice owner. Katie founded Creative Healing, a multi-location teen support center in the Philadelphia area, and wrote the #1 Amazon best-seller You’re On Fire, It’s Fine. With lived experience as a teen who turned to self-harm, Katie is one of only 11 Linehan Board Certified DBT Clinicians in Pennsylvania, the gold standard treatment for self-harm and suicidal behaviors. She equips parents and clinicians with practical, trauma-informed tools to decode behavior as survival and create lasting change.  

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Get the first chapter of Katie’s book for free at youreonfireitsfine.com

For parents of high risk teens, I wrote a book You're on Fire, It's Fine: Effective Strategies for Parenting Teens with Self-Destructive Behaviors https://geni.us/YoureonFireItsFine 

Connect with Katie online:

Book: https://youreonfireitsfine.com/

Creative Healing: https://creativehealingphilly.com/

Teen DBT: https://www.teendbtbook.com/

Web: https://katiekmay.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiekmay/

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/katiekmay

 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

This week Julie and Chriss are joined by Holly Bot. Currently an IT Solution Architect at Bot Consulting LLC, Holly found her life tragically detoured in 2010 with a long prison sentence. In this episode we catch up on Holly’s life and her recent experience being wrongfully arrested and held for two months.

Holly is an award winning writer, podcaster, biblical counselor, and published author. She desires to encourage and inspire listeners and readers.

Listen to Holly’s previous episodes with You Need a Counselor

[part 1] Wrongful Arrest: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6alKGsedgn8nH8w0wyiGIt?si=FLt3DlbbQDSIFqX_7YqGQg

Mental Health and Incarceration: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/dKWnkafjd1b

Parenting from Prison: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/P5BPY9ejd1b

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Connect with Holly

Website: https://hollybot.me/

Podcast: https://hollybot.me/podcasts/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holly.aho.14

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt2R_12DoxQaKrXo7c7IVLw

Going back to school - parenting from prison

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

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by return guest Nicole Leth. Nicole is an artist and writer working to integrate compassion and artistic kindness into public spaces in free, accessible, and often anonymous ways to offer mental health support to real human beings. 

Impacted as a teenager by the suicide of her father, Nicole has spent the last decade writing tender yet honest poem-like affirmations and imbedding them publicly around the world. Her work has received global recognition, an OBIE lifetime achievement award in 2020, and has been experienced by over 60 million people.

Through Nicole’s “My Affirmation Project” she creates and sends intimate, inspirational, words of affirmation directly to your or a loved one’s mailbox every two months. You can sign yourself or someone else up online at  myaffirmationproject.com

We want to hear from you! What has your experience been seeing random, anonymous words of affirmation? Let us know by texting or calling our anonymous number: (515)-650-3231

Connect with Nicole online at:

Sign up for a postcard: https://www.myaffirmationproject.com/

Email: hello@soft-studios.com 

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

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Erin Foster, to share updates on the Linn County Mental Health Access Center since we last spoke with her in 2021. Listen to Erin’s first episode with us here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2HsliJ9RWljjI3EhBxF9qN?si=Ggnb5hNITsOxKRBlRGRH5g

Erin graduated from the University of Iowa with a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology in 2007. After graduation, Erin was employed by the Area Substance Abuse Council as a Prevention Specialist. In 2013 she then became the Director of Prevention for Linn, Benton, and Jones County. While at ASAC, Erin worked on community policy as well as provided trainings to businesses, schools, and the community on  topics such as effective substance use prevention, related strategies, Emerging Drug trends, specific opioid related topics such as Naloxone use. 

In December of 2019, Erin left ASAC and started her current role as the Director for the Mental Health Access Center in Linn County. Ering provides leadership in the implementation and coordination of services for people with urgent or crisis behavioral health needs including both mental health and substance use disorder crises. Erin believes the Mental Health Access Center will write a new story for the community by providing both services, in tandem, for those in need.

We want to hear from you! How has an access center provided you or a loved one with needed resources?  Let us know by texting or calling our anonymous number: (515)-650-3231

Connect with the Access Center online at:

Web: https://www.linncountyiowa.gov/1423/Mental-Health-Access-Center

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Connect with Heart and Solutions online at:

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Youneedatraining

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

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Nesha Benton, a Heart and Solutions counselor. Before pursuing a career in the mental health field, Nesha served as a 911 dispatcher. She personally experienced and witnessed how consistent trauma exposure, burnout and compassion fatigue impacted her own mental health and the mental health of the dispatchers, officers, EMS personnel, and firemen that she worked with. Her passion and reason for becoming a counselor is to help end the stigma of seeking mental health care in the Public Safety community and to better the quality of life for those who are constantly risking their lives for others.

We want to hear from you! What mental health trends have you noticed in the Public Safety sector?  Let us know by texting or calling our anonymous number: (515)-650-3231

Connect with Nesha online at:

Web: https://heartandsolutions.net/providers/nesha-benton/

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

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by return guest Megan Buck, a neurodivergent Academic Coach and the ADHD Specialist at Empower Academic Coaching. In this role, Megan helps not only middle and high school students and their families create customized strategies for achieving their academic goals, but also supports adults in navigating their ADHD journey. In today’s episode we role play what an intake session with Megan might look like.

Megan also hosts a Women’s ADHD Support Group every second and fourth Friday of the month. She is JST ADHD & Life Coaching Certified and is International Coaching Federation recognized.  

Listen to Megan’s previous episode on the podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/14uYwPGuxdBGAqilzOH7Se

We want to hear from you! How have you learned to deal with executive function in your own life? Let us know by texting or calling our anonymous number: (515)-650-3231

Connect with Megan online at:

Website: https://www.empoweracademiccoaching.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empoweracademiccoaching

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empoweracademic/

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Connect with Heart and Solutions online at:

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HeartandSolutions

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

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Alicia Johnson, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing online therapy for women in Michigan, Oklahoma, South Carolina and Florida. 

She is a previously burned out therapist who is now running a successful company and helping people in meaningful ways. She specializes in women’s mental health and empowers people to take care of themselves! 

We want to hear from you! How have you seen burnout in your life? Let us know by texting or calling our anonymous number: (515)-650-3231

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Connect with Alicia online at: 

Web: https://www.aliciajohnsononlinetherapy.com/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/aliciajohnsonlmft

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065086297326

Connect with Heart and Solutions online at:

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/YouNeedaTraining

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

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Danielle Porter. Danielle is a Chicago native, but has since made her home in Atlanta, Georgia. With a BA in Business Marketing from Clark Atlanta University, she has a growing career in corporate sales and aspires to branch into brand management. 

Danielle is the Founder and President of You Go Girl Leadership Institute, an organization dedicated to destigmatizing the perception against adopted and foster girls by streamlining opportunities and resources to their communities. Danielle believes that she was purposed here on earth to inspire God’s children to trust God with their purpose. She finds fulfillment in being a bridge builder for anyone she meets. 

What do you do to make sure you’re getting the rest your body needs? Let us know by texting or calling our anonymous number: (515)-650-3231

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Connect with Danielle online at: 

Web: https://www.yougogirltoday.org/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yougogirlleadershipinstitute/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ayeyougogirl/

Connect with Heart and Solutions online at:

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/YouNeedaTraining

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

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Eva from Eva Zee Wellness. Eva is a nurse turned mind body specialist focusing on customizing self care to reduce stress. Her goal is to reduce the effects of stress that lead to burnout. 

Over the last 5 years, she has worked with many clients who have chronic illness, chronic pain, or PTSD. Eva uses a variety of modalities to help bring more calm and balance into her clients’ lives. She is well-versed in Trauma Informed care and believes kindness, compassion and nonjudgement are vital in our self talk and how we interact with others. .

We want to hear from you! How have you incorporated mindfulness into your daily routine?  Let us know by texting or calling our anonymous number: (515)-650-3231

To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. 

Connect with Eva Zee Wellness online at:

Website: www.evazeewellness.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EvaZeeWellness/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evazeewellness

Email: info@evazeewellness.com

Connect with Heart and Solutions online at:

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/YouNeedaTraining

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