The Healing Podcast

In this episode Monique Owe, LCSW discusses a reflection of the last 25 years. The tendency is to  only focus on the negative things but if you really look you've come far. Even if you're not at your desired place in life. You are not where you were years ago.

In this episode Monique Owe, LCSW discusses putting a stop to coming to the rescue monetarily. Yes, sometimes people need the help but other times people know that you will come to the rescue. 6:10 - The Situation Segment - A business owner has to let one of their employees go and they are feeling bad about it.

Monique Owe, LCSW discusses being ok with what is for the holiday season. It's ok if things don't go exactly how you may have planned. It's also ok if you don't have the capacity to do anything. Be understanding to your needs. 7:17 - The Situation Segment - A lady is desiring to get back out into the world of dating after divorce.

Monique Owe, LCSW and Dr Amber Mohn PhD, discuss mothers that are not the ones people usually expect. Mothers are generally associated with being nurturing and caring. Then there are  mothers that are not the loving and caring type. Some mothers promote toxic behavior or create toxic environments. They can make it a challenge to be around them.  8:50 - The Situation - A couple experiences a concer...

Monique Owe, LCSW and Dr Amber Mohn PhD discuss the pull a person feels to get even once they are hurt or feel slighted. Will it bring the person satisfaction/peace if they do get "even"? 10:04 - The Situation - A woman is offered a position that pays a higher salary. The company is ran by her ex. Her current partner does not feel comfortable with this and does not want her to take the j...

Monique Owe, LCSW and Dr Amber Mohn, PhD discuss the negative things that people are taught or things that are passed down through generations. Things that keep a person bound and under the belief that things will "always" be a certain way.  6:26 - The Situation - A mother has a disagreement with a neighbor that has now caused their children to stop being friends. Is the mother wrong? Is...

Monique Owe, LCSW and Dr Amber Mohn, PhD discuss waiting for an apology from someone being something that can take a long time. The waiting can potentially hinder you and keep you stuck. It is beneficial to find ways to move on without waiting on someone to apologize. Moving on does not mean you are excusing what they have done but it allows a person to be free of the burden caused by the hurt and...

Monique Owe, LCSW and Dr Amber Mohn, PhD discuss things a couple should be aware and things they should do before they commit to marriage. Marriage is a beautiful thing. Finding a person you want to spend the rest of your life with is something special. People however, should do a few things before that kind of commitment.  11:36 - The Situation - A person is struggling with rehashing things from...

Monique Owe, LCSW and Dr Amber Mohn, PhD discuss the feeling of being able to do things on your own. Independence can be freeing and beautiful. 8:01 - The Situation - A person wants to know if they are possibly experiencing Anxiety. They randomly have moments of uneasiness that come over them.

Monique Owe, LCSW and Dr Amber Mohn PhD discuss taking on the Healing process at the right pace. Not rushing through it but at the same time not lingering in the pain.  7:07 - The Situation - Is someone owing you money reason enough to cut someone off?

Monique Owe, LCSW and Dr Amber Mohn, PhD discuss how people that are unhappy with their life or their circumstance desire for others to feel the way they feel. 7:46 - The Situation discusses NDAs (non disclosure agreements) and is it offensive if you mate asks you to sign one.

In this episode Monique Owe, LCSW discusses taking time out for things other than the stressors of life. Life is full of ups and downs. Why not take time to just do something you enjoy? 7:30 - The Situation - A husband is concerned that his wife may be cheating. In the past he cheated and is concerned that this may be her getting him back for that.

In this episode Monique Owe, LCSW discusses the challenge it can be to hold back honesty. Sometimes you have to ask yourself why are you not being honest? Why does holding back the truth appear easier? 8:40 - The Situation - A person is about to get married but having some second thoughts due to finances. They are not sure if it's the actual ceremony causing the thoughts or the actual step of...

In this episode Monique Owe, LCSW discusses life becoming cluttered with things or issues and it keeping you stuck. It feels like no visible path forward.  8:22 - The Situation - A teacher writes in about being drained but not sure what career to pursue next. Is retirement an option?

In this episode Monique Owe, LCSW simply wants you to ask yourself "Are You Taking Care of Yourself?" Life has twists and turns, highs and lows, peaks and valleys. With all of things that occur sometimes we as people don't take care of ourselves the way we should or give ourselves grace.  6:45 - The Situation - A lady finds out that her father may have potentially cheated on her mot...

In this episode Monique Owe, LCSW discusses when the intent is not to hurt someone or for them to hurt you but the hurt and pain still happens anyway. Did they or you do it on purpose? Probably not but since it happened now what? 12:30 - The Situation - A woman is wondering if she should end her engagement due to the issues that are coming up with her fiancée and also the lack of respect and/or co...

In this episode Monique Owe, LCSW and Dr Amber Mohn PhD discuss poor communication and the effects it can have on a person's life. It can cause the person harm or suffering. It can also cause the people in their lives to experience challenges when interacting with them. 8:50 - The Situation - Discusses someone that does not like their family. They prefer their spouse's family. Are they w...

In this episode Monique Owe, LCSW and Dr Amber Mohn PhD discuss people's thoughts, feelings and intentions in your life. If you're not careful you can spend time, money and energy on folks that are not as well intentioned and as invested as you may be in their lives. 13:35 - The Situation - A father discusses a child that passed away a few years ago. The child's mother whom he is no...

In this episode Monique Owe, LCSW and Dr Amber Mohn, Ph. D discuss being broken hearted from a relationship and wondering if you will be able to express lovoe for someone else again. Is it possible to love someone after you have truly loved someone else that has hurt you? Yes, it is possible but it will take some work. 12:07 - The Situation - Discusses a gentleman and a lady that met online. They...

In this episode Monique Owe, LCSW and Dr Amber Mohn Ph,D discuss when people compare their lives to what they see on social media. This can sometimes be good and used for inspiration. Then there are other times when doing this can lead to feelings of depression, anxiety. 10:53 - The Situation - A man that is engaged has an issue with an ex continuing to contact him. He has blocked her etc but she...

In this episode Monique Owe, LCSW and Dr Amber Mohn discuss normalizing being a parent but needing a break. Yes, you are a loving parent but sometimes it is ok to say you need a break. 8:05 - The Situation - An older sibling does a background check on the man their sister is dating. Do they tell the sister what they found or did they cross a boundary.

In this episode Monique Owe, LCSW and Dr Mohn PhD discuss what it means to Love Someone from a Distance. Why it is sometimes necessary to set boundaries and love a person  but not fully interact with them. 10:30 - The Situation - Discusses a woman who is engaged but concerned about her mother's health. Will moving her mother in cause the end of her relationship?

In this episode Monique Owe, LCSW discusses how people can be influenced by listening to the wrong feedback. The wrong person in a person's ear is not always someone negative or someone that doesn't mean well. It's the information shared at a particular time that is wrong. Take your time, use wisdom, excercise patience to determine. 10:43 - The Situation - A couple loves each other...

In this episode Monique Owe, LCSW and Dr Amber Mohn PhD discuss those thoughts people sometimes have about their Ex. People tend to think about the good times and then want to re-visit the past. However, people may need to consider when the times were not so good. It is possible to rekindle the relationship but really weigh out what is best for you 5:05 - The Situation - A man and a woman have a c...

In this episode Monique Owe, LCSW and Dr Amber Mohn, PhD discuss couples making the decision to stay in a relationship for the children. Is it possible to do? Yes. Is it healthy to do? You be the judge. Doing so can be toxic if the couple does not have good communication. 8:00 - The Situation - A couple has an adult daughter they have been financially supporting since the pandemic but they can no...