Therapist Voices @ ReachLink

In this episode of  Therapist Voices @ ReachLink , we speak with Amanda Martin, PhD, LMFT-S, LPC, BCN-L, a specialist in complex trauma and an expert in integrating modalities like EMDR, neurofeedback, and equine-assisted therapy. Amanda shares how her highly individualized approach allows her to treat complex clinical presentations without fragmenting care across multiple providers. We explore th...

In this episode of Therapist Voices @ ReachLink, we speak with Madeline Maldonado, LCSW-R, President and Founder of Minnette Psychotherapy Services and Executive Director of the Minnette Foundation, about the realities of building a private practice, the gaps in graduate training, and what it truly takes to succeed as both a clinician and a business owner. Madeline shares her journey from an early...

In this episode of Therapist Voices @ ReachLink, we speak with Jodi Mullen, PhD, LMHC, RPT-S, about child-centered play therapy, working effectively with children in therapy, and why most clinicians aren’t fully trained to treat kids. Jodi shares how she discovered play therapy after struggling with traditional, structured approaches—and how shifting to a child-led model transformed her work. We e...

In this episode of  Therapist Voices @ ReachLink , we speak with MeKenzie Russell Lane, LPC/MHSP, Owner & Therapist at Bloom Well Counseling, about grief work, trauma integration, and building meaningful community support systems for those navigating loss. A unique highlight of this conversation is MeKenzie’s integration of therapy animals into her practice. She shares how her French bulldog,...

In this episode of Therapist Voices @ ReachLink, we speak with Meghan Sunayna Mehta, LCSW, clinical director and owner of Little Brown Therapy, about cultural competence in therapy, trauma-informed care, and expanding access to mental health services for underserved communities. Meghan shares how her work centers on decolonizing traditional therapy models and creating spaces where clients’ lived e...

In this episode of Therapist Voices @ ReachLink, we speak with Dr. Suzette Fagan, LCSW, DSW, CEO and Founder of Door-to-Door Therapy, about trauma-informed care, accessibility in mental health, and meeting clients where they are—literally and emotionally. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Fagan shares how her personal journey shaped her mission to remove barriers to care and create flexible, c...

In this episode of Therapist Voices @ ReachLink, we speak with Eva M. Gordon, LCSW, founder of Life Guide, about culturally responsive care, burnout, and helping Black professional women reconnect with themselves through therapy. Eva shares her journey from child welfare work in Brooklyn to becoming a psychotherapist, and how a pivotal moment with a young client inspired her to pursue a career in...

In this episode of Therapist Voices @ ReachLink, we speak with Jasmine Young, founder of ONE80 Health and Wellness, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals who have experienced trauma and helping communities better understand how trauma impacts identity, behavior, and healing. Jasmine shares the personal experiences that led her into trauma-informed work. After going through a...

In this episode of  Therapist Voices @ ReachLink , we speak with Jacob L. Cooper, LCSW, psychotherapist and bestselling author of  Life After Breath  and  The Wisdom of Jacob’s Ladder . Jacob shares how a near-death experience at three years old profoundly shaped his life and ultimately led him to pursue a career in mental health. Jacob discusses how his work integrates psychological and spiritual...

In this episode of  Therapist Voices @ ReachLink , we speak with Dr. Tina Fornwald, founder of the nonprofit Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. Tina, about grief, widowhood, and the journey of rebuilding life after losing a loved one. Dr. Tina explains how her organization connects people through social media, podcasts, grief resources, and in-person events designed to help individuals process grief whi...

In this episode of  Therapist Voices @ ReachLink , we speak with Natasha D'Arcangelo, QS, LMHC, NCC, CCTP, CCFP, a trauma-informed therapist and compassion fatigue educator, about the emotional toll that helping professionals face. Natasha D'Arcangelo shares how the COVID-19 pandemic sparked her deeper work in compassion fatigue education and how clinicians can better understand the impact of seco...

In this episode of  Therapist Voices @ ReachLink , we speak with Wendy Wollner, Founder and CEO of Balancing Life’s Issues (BLI), about employee assistance programs, work-life balance, and the evolving role of workplace mental health support. With more than 25 years of experience in the EAP field, Wendy shares how personal life challenges shaped her mission to help individuals and organizations be...

In this episode of  Therapist Voices @ ReachLink , we speak with Dr. Joel Bennett, PhD, founder and CEO of Organizational Wellness and Learning Systems (OWLS), about therapist burnout, vicarious trauma, and the growing mental health demands placed on providers. Dr. Joel Bennett shares research insights and real-world experiences working with behavioral health professionals who face overwhelming wo...

In this episode of  Therapist Voices @ ReachLink , we speak with Jeff Mangrum, CEO of SST Learning and Development, about addiction recovery, workplace safety, and the role of education in helping individuals rebuild their lives after substance-related violations. Jeff shares his personal recovery journey and how it led him to create innovative education programs focused on addiction awareness and...

In this episode of  Therapist Voices @ ReachLink , we speak with Timothy Logsdon, LMHC, a licensed mental health counselor in New York with over 40 years of experience in the helping professions. Timothy Logsdon, LMHC shares insights into addiction counseling, family dynamics, and the evolving role of telehealth in supporting people struggling with substance use and behavioral addictions. We explo...

In this episode of  Therapist Voices @ ReachLink , we speak with Lee Lucian Shadeck, a licensed professional counselor in Pennsylvania, about the evolution of therapy, the rise of online counseling, and the importance of authenticity in therapeutic relationships. He shares his unconventional journey into the helping profession and how decades of experience working in crisis intervention, disabilit...

In this episode of  Therapist Voices @ ReachLink , we speak with Charity Anderson, Licensed Professional Counselor, about her powerful journey from addiction and incarceration to becoming a therapist helping others heal. Charity shares how her lived experience shaped her passion for mental health counseling and explains why understanding trauma and coping skills is essential in therapy. We explore...

In this episode of  Therapist Voices @ ReachLink , we speak with Leslie Moya, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, about one of the most important and challenging skills therapists must develop: learning how to sit with discomfort. For many mental health professionals, the instinct to fix problems quickly or reduce emotional distress can be strong. However, Leslie explains why the most meaningful ther...