Insight Mind Body Talk

Do you like to pick stuff up and set it down? Have you noticed the emotional benefits of moving your body in new and challenging ways?  In Trauma-informed Weight Lifting , Jess (she/her) and her guest Mariah Rooney (she/her), talk weight lifting and how building strength not only builds resilience but helps resolve past trauma.  Trauma-informed weight lifting is asking each of us to be curious, to...

Abby Kearns, LCSW and parent coach, joins Jess to talk about parenting.  Follow along as Jess and Abby answer questions submitted directly from listeners about those tricky teenage years. The time when our kiddos (very appropriately) want to run, leap, dive (!) out of the family nest. It's a time of transition, of uncharted territory, and it can leave parents, grandparents, aunties, uncles –...

In today's world of technology, many people are choosing to turn off their screens and get back to nature.  In this episode of Insight Mind Body Talk, Jessica Warpula Schultz, LMFT, and her guest, Ariyanna Toth,  MEd, RYT-200, discuss where this shift is coming from, why being outdoors is so important to the psyche, and how the listener can improve both their physical and mental health throug...

In this episode of Insight Mind Body Talk, Jeanne talks with certified yoga therapist Nikki Cook about what makes trauma-informed yoga unique. The language, the environment and the emphasis on the mind-body connection are crucial for healing. But what about fun? Nikki and Jeanne talk about the importance of play and joy, which you can find on the mat or in the air. With aerial yoga, you can fly (s...

In Supporting Our LGBTQ+ Population: What Therapists Should Know , Jess (she/her) is joined by Lisa Koenecke (she/her). As an experienced and energetic Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) professional speaker and facilitator, Lisa specializes in counteracting unconscious bias and LGBTQ+ inclusion in business. Often, therapists play an integral role in supporting the LGBTQ+ population and it&apo...

In this episode of Insight Mind Body Talk, Jeanne talks with Kelly Gardner, a licensed mental health therapist and certified yoga therapist, about using the concepts of Ayurveda to improve mental and physical health. Ayurveda, the "sister science" of yoga, is a system that relies on the elements of nature -- air, water, earth, fire and ether -- to bring our lives into balance. They talk...

In The Toxic "New Year, New You" Mentality , Jess and her guest, Janice Antoniewicz-Werner, RDN, discuss the damage caused by diet culture and what we can do to challenge the "cult"ural expectations to weigh less, exercise more, and "be healthy" at all costs.  Janice provides fresh, and much needed, reboots for creating enjoyable and flexible relationships with food a...

Mare Chapman, mindfulness-based psychotherapist, mindfulness teacher, consultant, and author building on 40 years of clinical experience and 30 years of studying and practicing mindfulness, joins Jess on Insight Mind Body Talk. They discuss women's mental health and how cultural conditioning trains women to disconnect from their authenticity, thereby by losing their voice and power.  Mare sha...

Jeanne and Jess, both licensed mental health professionals and body-centered therapists, explore one of Jeanne's favorite topics, the subtle energy system, otherwise known as the chakras. They talk about psychology, trauma, energy, and share all sorts of interesting ways to integrate the mind, body, and spirit to bring forth a deeper sense of balance in life. Continue Learning Anodea Judith h...

In Healing Your Inner Child, Jessica Warpula Schultz, LMFT, and Jeanne Kolker, LPC, look at the prevalence of trauma and how every adult has a wounded child within.  They discuss theories that help to explain how our behaviors, thoughts, and feelings are influenced by the Inner Child.  And as always, they provide mind-body tips and strategies to begin re-parenting your wounded, younger self. AVAIL...

Habits! Why is it so hard to break the bad ones while maintaining the good ones?  Jeanne and Jess try to answer just that. They explain the process of habit formation and the neuroscience behind it; as well as, why certain habits are easier to keep than others.  They discuss the path to breaking bad habits and share simple steps for building new ones.  If you're looking for change, your habit...

Tara Rollins, LPC, DC-DMT, joins Jess on Insight Mind Body Talk to discuss the unique psychotherapy method of Dance Movement Therapy (DMT).  Dance/movement therapy (DMT) integrates the creative process, movement, and verbal processing to help strengthen the body-mind connection.  Jess and Tara explore what DMT is, the difference between Dance Movement Therapy and regular, talk therapy, as well as...

In this episode of Insight Mind Body Talk, we're focused on how yoga can help our military service members heal from trauma.  Jeanne welcomes Shaye Molendyke, a retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel who holds a master's in counseling. Shaye is a Certified Yoga Therapist and the creator and director of YogaFit for Warriors, a trauma-informed yoga teacher training program. Shaye and Jeanne...

In Relationship with Food and Body, Jess and her guest, Alison Manley, LPC, SUDS, provide a brief introduction to eating disorders.  They discuss the difference between the various types of eating disorders, how to differentiate between eating for health and wellness and eating in a manner that has become disordered, and what the roles are of health providers on an eating disorder treatment team....

Amanda Bauer joins Jessica Warpula Schultz, LMFT, CFT, on Insight Mind Body Talk.  Amanda is a certified oxygen advantage coach, and breathing, running, and kettlebells expert.  She and Jess discuss a new brain-based approach to running. Amanda gives tips on breathing correctly and assessing the neurological connection between breath and your running pattern. Amanda and Jess explore the strategy o...

The Coming In of Coming of Coming Out explores the feelings of pride and shame experienced by members of the LGBTQIA+ community.  Jess and her guest Alexander Einsman, LMFT, discuss identity, relational wounding, shame, and the development of pride both in community and within one's relationship with Self.  Alexander, who specializes in psychodynamic therapy focused around LGBTQIA identity, t...

Jess and her guest, Victoria Ellington-Deitz, LPC, RSMT, talk Somatic Expressive Therapy (SET).  A model of psychotherapy that brings the body ("somatic") and movement/journaling/the arts ("expressive") into the therapy process.  Victoria shares insight into the benefits of SET and how listeners can benefit, even from home. Continue Learning      -Somatic Expressive Therapy    ...

In today's episode, Jeanne and Jess talk about why we as humans, struggle with being kind to ourselves and explore the many benefits of self-compassion. Increased motivation, increased health outcomes, and even finding the right mate! Learn how to set the critical voice inside your head and lean into compassion. Continue Learning Kristin Neff, PhD https://self-compassion.org/ Brene Brown, PhD...

Harkening back to their 80's roots, Jess and Jeanne use the world of Cobra Kai, the hit Netflix show, to bring you original content explaining the Polyvagal Theory; the simple-yet-complex survival system all humans automatically use to bring balance to their lives. With passion and heart, J & J explore the childhood trauma of Johnny Lawrence and Daniel LaRusso. Looking with great detail a...

In today’s episode, Jess and her guest Annie Forest talk MOVEMENT.  Movement isn't just about fitness! It is a full brain - body - mind experience that opens us up to deep connection, healing, and growth.     Annie is the owner of Forest Coaching and Studios.  She is 200 Hour Registered Yoga Teacher, a Strong First Level II Kettlebell Instructor, and Certified TRX instructor.  She'll sha...

In a two part conversation, Jess and her guest, Kate Lauth, MSW, LCSW, talk about bringing the body into therapy. By using the body’s experience as the entry point to treatment, they bring insight and information about the sensorimotor processing system and trauma resolution. Listeners will learn about a body-centered model called sensorimotor psychotherapy and the key concepts SP uses to create h...

In a two part conversation, Jess and her guest, Kate Lauth, MSW, LCSW, talk about bringing the body into therapy. By using the body’s experience as the entry point to treatment, they bring insight and information about the sensorimotor processing system and trauma resolution. Listeners will learn about a body-centered model called sensorimotor psychotherapy and the key concepts SP uses to create h...

Adults living with ADHD, an "ADHD MythBusters". Jess and guest Lynn Hyland, clinical psychologist,  explore the experiences of someone with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). What it is, how the body and mind are influenced, and identify common misconceptions of people living with ADHD. Lynn provides tools to help manage ADHD symptoms and feel more confident moving through...

Jess and her guest, Kelly Kendricks, have a conversation about the mental health of student athletes and the psychology of sports. While also looking at how the mind/body connection influences the athlete in all us. Kelly, a coach with 30 years of experience, discusses how families can support children and youth in developing their athletic potential.  Continue Learning:   Roberta Ann Smith (Kendr...

Jess and Jeanne, both licensed mental health professionals, talk about mindfulness, trauma, and body-brain healing.  As "recovering fitness professionals", they deep dive into evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches for difficulties with food, movement,  and stress management.  Listeners will also learn about mindfully healing the inner child, using mindful awareness to cultivate self...