Grow Your Path to Wellness

Today Kelsi and Amanda had a much needed educational and validating conversation with Dr. Lesley Cook on the very complex and often misunderstood neurodevelopmental disorder, ADHD, especially in children. We touched on misconceptions about ADHD, how parents can support their children in obtaining an ADHD diagnosis, living with ADHD as an adult, and misdiagnosis of ADHD in people of color! Follow D...

This week's episode focuses on the connection of mind-body-soul within modern medicine. Our guest Dr. Nicole Goddard shares how her own personal journey finding the importance of the mind-body connection informed the work she does to incorporate mental and emotional wellness in her orthopedic and sports medicine practice. We also touched on how illness, disease, and injuries impact both our physic...

!CONTENT INTENDED FOR AUDIENCE OF 18 YEARS OLD + ONLY!  Today's episode includes mature, adult-only content including sex, BDSM, kink, and more. Kelsi and Amanda had the opportunity to have guest Kira Bailey share her 19+ years of experience in "the lifestyle" of kink & BDSM. Learn the basic terminology, what considerations those with mental health and/or trauma should take into account when enter...

**Trigger warning: trauma & addiction discussed.** Today Amanda flew solo interviewing Evan the Counselor, while co-host Kelsi enjoyed much-deserved self-care time. Amanda and Evan had an open discussion regarding the different types of trauma people can experience and be impacted by, as well as how he defines addiction on a spectrum. Evan shares a "formula" for individuals to start their healing...

In this soul-touching, energy-vibrating episode, Kelsi & Amanda sat down with Ryann King to learn the connections between unresolved emotions and illnesses/disease in the body. Learn how emotions are stored within our bodily organs and how to harness your natural Kundalini energy for self-healing. Ryann graciously shared her story of awakening with us and provided realistic ways you can begin...

On our first episode in this unique series focused entirely on Men's Mental Health, we welcomed back Amanda's husband Tom Kostura, along with his friend Rico Natareno. In this episode, both men so graciously shared personal experiences of trauma and instability in childhood, and how these impact them in the present currently. We are thankful for the opportunity to host this much needed discussion...

Have you ever considered just how much power and influence that books have on our overall wellness? Whether you answer yes or no, you won’t want to miss this weeks episode! Amanda and Kelsi chatted with Stef Schiefer, Librarian and avid book lover about the role of books in our wellness, her personal experiences, and tips for those who may struggle with sitting down to read.

This episode was hands-down one for the books! Kelsi and I learned so much from Rebecca Ray about what intimate partner betrayal is, how it impacts both partners in a relationship, and how the healing process is facilitated through concrete action steps. We explored the differences between sex addiction and addiction to alcohol/drugs, the intersection of trauma wounds and so much more!⁣ Resources...

Rarely do we find the worlds of psychotherapy and the metaphysical enter the same dialogues. On today's episode, we welcomed Lisa Schaeffer to share how truly related these worlds of mental health, social work, and mind-body theory and practice intertwine from an evidence-based perspective. Lisa, Amanda & Kelsi delve into the understanding of the 7 Chakras of the body and how understanding these e...

With today's episode being aired on Valentine's Day, Amanda and Kelsi wanted to use this opportunity to explore what self-love truly looks like. Tune in to hear them break down traditional expectations of these holidays, and recommend you to listen to what is best for your own body and individual relationship needs instead!

Kelsi and Amanda had the pleasure to sit down with LaToya Logan, a fellow social worker and had a open and much needed dialogue all about the topic of young black males. In this conversation you will hear everything from underlying roots to black males’ mistrust of authority to generational expressions of trauma and how all of these subtopics impact overall wellness of black males in America today...

Kelsi and Amanda had the pleasure of sitting down with Emma Kulbis, a licensed counselor and addiction professor to chat all things related to decision making. This conversation led to common areas of discussion you'll hear on the podcast related to listening to your body, managing expectations and even how social media can help or hinder our wellness.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, our scheduled guest was unable to be present today. Kelsi and Amanda are committed to our community, and wanted to be sure to remain consistent with episode releases! Tune into this impromptu chat between them talking all things from snowy weather, to pets as emotional support and TikTok as a springboard for mental health healing!

On today's episode, our very own co-host of Grow Your Path to Wellness Amanda Kostura allows the community in for a deeper understanding to her own personal journey in life. Focusing on gut instinct, values and wellness rather than expectations of others, Amanda shares how others can find their own true path in life as well. 

Today Kelsi and Amanda had the joy of chatting with Griffin Brown, LISW about the barriers to as well as how we find the motivation for making changes in our lives. Tune in to learn what you can do to help yourself or others make wanted changes in life.  You can find Griffin's practice information here: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/griffin-t-brown-akron-oh/262782

Today we had the pleasure of welcoming someone very integral to the start of Amanda's career in Social Work, Jean Roberts. Jean shares her journey from Consumer Psychology to Social Service work and now business entrepeneur leading teams of women. This is a MUST listen for not only women who are working their way through the web of organizational leadership, but men as well who can be important al...

This week, Kelsi had the opportunity to speak with a colleague Kelsey Beil who shared how trauma, no matter the size, impacts our sense of self. Tune in to learn about how to integrate all parts of yourself to live your best and healthiest life!    Resources from today's episode:  Books: Parts Work Workbook and Illustrated Guide to Your Inner Life by Tom Holmes, Lauri Holms & Sh...

**TRIGGER WARNINGS** suicide, some expletives On this post-holiday episode, we explored barriers, benefits and so much more related to Men's Mental Health with Tom Kostura. This episode went SO WELL and sparked so many ideas, we decided to make it a series! Stay tuned for monthly episodes in this new and much needed series: Mandown - Men's Mental Health.

Today, while Amanda was out focusing on self-care Kelsi had the pleasure of speaking with the energetic and passionate Social Worker in the making, Heather Viering. Learn more about who become a Social Worker, why they become a Social Worker, and why we are SO PASSIONATE OVERALL about the Social Work Profession!       The book Heather mentioned is called Toxic Charity: How...

Today we interviewed our very own show co-host, Kelsi Amerine! Kelsi graciously shared her journey from community mental health work to private practice through healthy boundary setting and self-care. Kelsi also discussed the benefits of nature for our overall health and wellness.   *Kelsi's Website: www.guidanceandgrowthpsychotherapy.com *Kelsi's TikTok: ggpsychotherapy *Kelsi's Facebook: www.fac...

Tijana Coso joined us today to share all her knowledge about how to interrupt the natural stress response to be able to think more clearly by using The Emotional Freedom Technique (aka EFT or Tapping).     Want to learn more about EFT? Check out the links below for more information and Tijana's contact information:    -Tijana's EFT YouTube Video    -Tijana's Webs...

Today Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Michelle Culley from Middle Path Counseling in Kent, OH shared the history, current practice of and pros/cons about telehealth.   Want to learn more about Michelle's counseling practice? Visit their website & Instagram middlepathcounseling  

Today Kelsi and Amanda welcomed Nicole West, LPC to share her knowledge and personal experiences using music as a wellness support for herself as well as her clients. You'll learn immediately applicable tips for working through emotions with music and your whole body through mindfulness.     Don't forget to like, comment & subscribe so you don't miss the latest episodes! WE love feedback and put i...

Today Amanda and Kelsi were thankful to talk with Britney Cirullo, LPCC, LICDC, Certified Neurofeedback Provider and owner of Alternative Therapeutics in Akron, OH. Tune in to this episode to learn and understand Biofeedback, Neurofeedback and other holistic treatment options for supporting your mental and cognitive wellness.  You can find more information about Alternative Therapeutics and their...

Today Mallory Edwards, local Kindergarten teacher in Ohio, came as a guest to share how she encourages focused on mind-body wellness in her classroom and life as an educator.  **Resources mentioned by Mallory in today's episode:  -Go Noodle educational website: www.gonoodle.com   -Diverse Book List: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Diverse-Book-List-5638016