Wonders & Worries: WonderCast

Guest Hosts: Wanda Montemayor, LPC-S-AT, ATCS, RPT-S, ATR-BC – Director and Founder of Community Arts Therapy & Meagan Butler, M.Ed, LPC – Chief Care Model Officer at Lucero In this episode we visit with Wanda Montemayor and Meagan Butler to discuss healing-centered engagement, art therapy, and the incredible ways that art can support community care. […]

In this episode, we explore the powerful intersection of nature, peer support, and healing for men facing cancer. Stan Golub shares the inspiring journey of how Reel Recovery was founded, the unique structure of their retreats, and the profound impact of combining fly fishing with emotional support. This episode emphasizes the importance of specialized support programs that address the unique need...

In this conversation, Jodi O'Donnell Ames shares her personal journey with ALS, beginning with her husband's diagnosis and the subsequent impact on their family. She discusses the founding of Hope Loves Company, a nonprofit organization that provides resources and support for families affected by ALS. Jodi emphasizes the importance of community support, the need for hope, and the unique challenges...

May is the National ALS Awareness Month. In this heartfelt interview, Christina shares her family's journey with her husband Brian's ALS diagnosis, exploring the emotional, practical, and community support aspects of living with a terminal illness. The conversation highlights the importance of honesty, resilience, and maintaining normalcy for children and families facing ALS. 

April is the National Month of the Military Child. This episode features a military family sharing their journey through medical challenges, relocations, and resilience. They discuss navigating healthcare overseas, supporting military children, and maintaining hope amidst adversity.

April is the National Month of the Military Child: In this episode, Stacey Malcolm, a Child Life Specialist and military spouse, shares insights on supporting military families through illness, injury, and deployment. She discusses her private practice, resources, and strategies for fostering resilience and connection amidst frequent moves and challenges. 

Celebrating Child Life Month - Insights from a Child Life Specialist Supporting Families and Healthcare Teams: In this episode, Becca Schuetz shares her journey as a Child Life Specialist, discussing her diverse roles in hospitals, private practice, and community support through Wonders and Worries. We explore the unique challenges faced by professionals in this field, the importance of mentorship...

In this podcast, we are joined by Shani Thornton, CCLS as she collaborates to share a Child Life Specialist’s take on Oprah’s Favorite Things. Resources in the community, favorite calming techniques, the best things about supporting kids...it’s all in there.

In this episode, we meet Kristin Malaer, a Certified Transplant Social Worker in Houston, TX and cohost of the podcast, Beats by Social Work. As February marks the beginning of American Heart Month and a space to focus on cardiovascular health, listen in as we highlight in this episode the social work profession and its specific roles and supports for families navigating heart transplants. 

In this episode we meet Shaleena Tareen, the founder and president of Childhood Matters, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families navigating childhood mental health challenges. Throughout the conversation, Shaleena provides valuable insights into building emotional intelligence in children, the significance of open communication within families, and the role of community support....

In this conversation, Sarah Behm Guillén discusses her work at Eluna Resource Center, focusing on grief support for children and families impacted by loss and addiction. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing ambiguous loss, which includes non-death losses such as illness and estrangement. Sarah shares various coping strategies, including the Seven Cs model and the significance of community...

2025 was such a special collection of voices, national resources and incredible tools. We are so grateful. Join us today as we take a WonderCast™ glance at the greatness of 2025... in review.