Guided

In this episode of Guided, we sit down with therapist Gray Manis to explore what it means to heal from the inside out. Gray specializes in Internal Family Systems (IFS), a powerful model of therapy that helps people understand and relate differently to the "parts" of themselves—protectors, critics, wounded places—and access the calm, compassionate core that IFS calls the Self. He also works with c...

In this episode of Guided, Dr. Jones sits down with Chelsea Gibbs, LCSW, founder of Central Kentucky Creative Therapies, to explore the healing power of creativity, connection, and experiential work. Chelsea shares how she built a practice that extends beyond the traditional therapy room — integrating equine-assisted therapy, music therapy, art therapy, and other expressive modalities to help clie...

In this episode of Guided, we sit down with award-winning chef and restaurateur Ouita Michel for a powerful conversation about mental health in the culinary industry. Behind the beauty of a plated dish and the energy of a full dining room lies an intense, high- pressure culture—long hours, razor-thin margins, performance demands, and often unspoken struggles with anxiety, depression, substance use...

In this powerful episode of Guided, Dr. Jones sits down with Christian Countzler for an honest conversation about addiction, recovery, and hope. Christian shares his personal journey through addiction, the hard-earned path to sobriety, and how that experience led him to found Stable Recovery—an innovative program that helps people in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction find meaningful, stable...

In this episode of Guided , host Dr. Jones speaks with Dr. Melinda Moore, a psychologist, suicide loss survivor, and national expert on suicide prevention and postvention. Together, they explore how faith communities can play a crucial role in supporting those affected by suicide, building resilience, and fostering hope in the aftermath of tragedy. Dr. Moore shares her personal journey of loss, th...

In this episode of Guided , Dr. Jones sits down with Rachael Hudson Lanter, LCSW , Executive Director of Build Inclusion , an organization dedicated to helping people with disabilities find meaningful, sustainable employment. Rachael shares how Build Inclusion is reshaping workplaces, empowering individuals with diverse abilities, and breaking down barriers that have traditionally limited access t...

In this episode of The Guided Podcast, host Blake Jones sits down with Rob Durham, a counselor with 50 years of experience walking alongside individuals and families through their most challenging seasons. Rob reflects on the lessons learned over five decades in the field, exploring the deep intersections of spirituality and psychotherapy, and how a holistic approach to healing has shaped his work...

In this powerful episode of Guided, we visit with Anthony Delimpo—a former police officer whose journey took him from the front lines of law enforcement to the depths of addiction. After hitting rock bottom, Anthony began the long road of recovery, not only from alcohol but from the pain and anger that had taken root in his soul.   When his child became seriously ill, Anthony's faith was shaken to...

In this powerful and deeply honest episode of Guided , we sit down with T. Bruce Simpson—an attorney whose decades-long struggle with depression came to a tragic turning point in 2023 when he attempted to take his own life. Miraculously, he survived. Bruce shares his story with raw vulnerability, offering a rare glimpse into the hidden mental health crisis in the legal profession. He speaks candid...

In this episode of  Guided , we sit down with Jan Cottrell—a minister, therapist, and compassionate guide through the inner life—to explore the mysterious and meaningful world of dreams. With wisdom rooted in both spiritual tradition and therapeutic insight, Jan shares how our dreams can offer more than strange stories—they can reveal unspoken truths, buried emotions, and even glimpses of divine g...

In this episode of Guided, we get to know Paige Walker, LCSW—a licensed therapist whose journey into healing began behind the bar of a busy restaurant. Before becoming a clinician, Paige was a general manager in the hospitality industry, expertly running the show on the outside while privately battling a growing dependence on alcohol. Paige shares her story of high-functioning addiction, the turni...