Amber Sirstad

Holding Space On The Mountain

Health EN ↓ 40 episoder

It's a place where we talk about grief, growth, and mental health. 

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Amber Sirstad

Kategori

Health

Podkastens nettsted

www.mountainviewcounselingllc.org

Siste episode

27. sep 2026

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Losing Vision and Finding Strength 25.10.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this moving episode of Holding Space on the Mountain , Amber sits down with her dear friend, Letea, to talk about her journey of losing vision — a diagnosis she received in her early teens after first noticing changes at age 11. Together they explore the physical adjustments, emotional challenges, and the deep resilience that comes with adapting to life in new ways. This is a s...

The Power of Acceptance 20.10.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain, Amber opens the door to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) — a mindful, compassionate approach to emotional healing. Learn how acceptance isn’t giving up, but rather making space for the full human experience while still moving toward what matters most. Through reflection and encouragement discover how to drop the tug-of-war r...

Understanding ADHD with Compassion 14.10.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we start to explore what ADHD really is — beyond the stereotypes. From how it affects attention, emotion, and daily life, to how we can show ourselves (and others) more compassion, this short episode brings clarity and hope to a misunderstood diagnosis. Support the show

The Healing Power of Sleep 12.10.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain, we explore the quiet, restorative power of sleep — and why rest is essential for healing both body and mind. When we’re grieving, anxious, or overwhelmed, it can be hard to slow down, but sleep is where our nervous system resets and our heart begins to mend. Join Amber for a gentle reflection on how sleep impacts mental health, emo...

Introduction to Attachments 07.10.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain , we explore how early connections shape the way we love, trust, and relate to others through the lens of attachment styles. Support the show

The Changes of Seasons 24.09.2025

Send us Fan Mail As the seasons shift, so do we. In this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain , I explore how the change of seasons can stir up memories of loss, impact our mental health, and remind us of the rhythms of grief. Together, we’ll lightly reflect on what it means to care for ourselves during times of transition. Support the show

The Gift Of Holding Space 18.09.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain , we lightly explore what it really means to hold space—both for yourself and for others. We’ll talk about how presence, compassion, and non-judgment can create room for healing, and why it’s just as important to extend that same care inward. Whether you’re supporting a loved one through grief or learning how to care for your own he...

Talking About The Heavy Backpack (Depression) 12.09.2025

Send us Fan Mail Depression can feel like climbing a mountain weighed down by fog and heavy packs. In this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain, Amber explores what depression is—and what it isn’t—while offering gentle, practical ways to hold space for yourself or someone you love in the midst of it. Support the show

Caring for Yourself in the First Months of Grief 03.09.2025

Send us Fan Mail In the early months after loss, even simple daily tasks can feel impossible. In this episode of Holding Space on The Mountain, Amber explores gentle, realistic ways to care for your body, mind, and spirit in the midst of grief. Small acts of survival—like drinking water, resting, or reaching out to a safe friend—become meaningful steps toward healing. Support the show

Rachelle's Story of Facing the Unthinkable at age 19 30.08.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain , I sit down with my friend Rachelle Bisbee as she shares her story of losing her mom at just 19 years old. Rachelle paints a vivid picture of the moment she walked into the hospital room and saw her mom on life support. She opens up about the ways she coped—sometimes through dark humor, sometimes by leaning on her community—and off...

When The Inner Critic Isn't Kind 27.08.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Amber begins to explore the inner critic and how to quiet it with compassion.  Support the show

The Silent Language of Grief 22.08.2025

Send us Fan Mail Amber opens the door on the topic of grief as a silent language, showing how it speaks through our bodies, memories, and rituals—and why honoring it can bring healing. Support the show

The Pressure To "Move On" From Grief 20.08.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain , Amber explores the pressure many grievers feel to ‘move on.’ She touches on why society struggles with ongoing grief, the harm of this expectation, and how to embrace moving forward in your own time. Support the show

Anticipatory Grief: Part 1 16.08.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Holding Space on the Mountain , Amber introduces the complexities of anticipatory grief. She touches on the emotions it can bring, the challenges it creates, and gentle ways to begin coping — with plans to explore each more deeply in future episodes. Support the show

A Gentle Introduction To Holding Space 16.08.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this first episode of Holding Space on the Mountain , Amber introduces the podcast and touches on several types of loss, with plans to explore each more deeply in future episodes, offering a compassionate space for reflection and healing. Support the show

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