Grief in Brief

Like grief itself there are a great number of misperceptions about what goes on in a counseling session, what people get out of counseling and how counseling may not be for everyone (even though that's what others want for them). Ken Barringer speaks about some of what he's learned in his many years as a licensed mental health counselor with a specialty in grief and loss. Follow Ken on Instagram H...

In this episode, you'll hear Antonio Vargas talk about the pivot he made over twenty years ago from computer programming to working with and in nature. There is much to gain mentally and physically from walking into a landscape of plants and flowers whether you created the space or are the beneficiary of a space created by others. Landscapes naturally slow us down, and seem to demand we pay attent...

In this episode Ken talks with psychologist and author, Matt Hersh about the growing field of energy psychology. Matt has been practicing for many years using EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques). These techniques are an evidenced based treatment method. The increased use and efficacy in helping people find relief from suffering is growing within the field of mental health. Matt has also recently pu...

In this episode Ken sits with the Cofounder and CEO of Modern Loss, Rebecca Soffer. They discuss the development of the Global Community that is Modern Loss and how the telling of your story and having it validated is such a pathway to healing. Rebecca blends a warm, caring and a straightforward (at times humorous) approach to moving through grief. They also discuss how she came from a journalism...

In this episode Ken and Sabbi talk through taking a compassionate approach in connecting with others and using that same perspective to support oneself. Sabbi has a master's degree in Traditions in Yoga and Meditation from SOAS, University of London. She continues to be inspired by these traditions and brings this artistry to her yoga and meditation practice. Sabbi is also trained in Mindfulness-B...

In this episode Ken talks with Jon Hazilla who is a percussionist and professor at the Berklee College School of Music, department of Percussion and Music Therapy. They discuss how music in general, and percussion instruments in particular, can be highly therapeutic and greatly influence one's mood. Whether you're 7 or 70 you can benefit from the beats and rhythms produced by the ancient craft of...

In this episode, Ken talks with Ashley Rachel, mindset and business coach and host of Follow Your Light podcast, about how through journaling people can find focus, direction and move towards their next vision of living fully and successfully. Follow Ken on Instagram HERE  Download his free self care worksheets by clicking HERE  

In this episode, Ken meets with Marci Zeiff, founder of Creating Calm to examine the ancient practices of meditation and shamanism and the role they can play in managing grief, loss and the associated anxieties that come with them. Follow Ken on Instagram HERE  Download his free self care worksheets by clicking HERE  

In this episode, Ken meets with Kathy Seltzer, an acupuncture care specialist to describe how emotions and feelings can get stored in the body causing physical problems. Acupuncture can free up the body to release these feelings and reduce physical and emotional pain. A practitioner of Chinese medicine for over 25 years, she discusses the beauty and simplicity of the craft.   Follow Ken on Instagr...

In this episode, Ken and Jennifer Wiles, LMHC-DMT, Director of HEART play and Camp Erin, Boston talk about looking at situations through the lens of grief and using dance and movement as an expressive art. Follow Ken on Instagram HERE  Download his free self care worksheets by clicking HERE

In this episode, Ken interviews Jess Moran and RRCA level 1 certified running coach about the therapeutic benefits of a committed running practice. They discuss how running can aid in the management of intense emotions that often come with grief as well as maintaining sobriety. Follow Ken on Instagram HERE  Download his free self care worksheets by clicking HERE