You Need a Counselor Podcast

This week on the show, Julie and Chrissa are joined by return guest Suzanne Culberg. In this episode we learn more about her program Why W8, where she helps women break the cycle of putting themselves last and instead build the confidence to set boundaries. Suzanne’s passion for helping women is fueled by her own experiences of over-giving, over-consuming, and overdoing everything. She’s on a miss...

This week on the show, Julie and Chrissa are joined by return guest Maria LaquerreDiego, LMFT from New Mexico. Maria specializes in addressing trauma with clients of all ages. Her current passion is in supporting therapists in doing their best clinical work, which she pursues through offering supervision, consultation and trainings. Maria enjoys spending time with her family, watching Star Wars an...

This week on the show, Julie and Chrissa are joined by Kendra Gliem, a BHIS provider and supervisor with Heart and Solutions. To her job, Kendra brings a background of theater performance and theater for youth. In this episode, you’ll hear how she transfers those skills and concepts to behavioral health.  We want to hear from you! How has theater helped you to pursue healing or greater mental heal...

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Carrie Brauninger, LCSW. Carrie is a Social Worker, Life Coach, and is childless not by choice. In her work, she partners with other individuals who, by no choice of  their own, are childless. She helps them to design a life that is meaningful, purposeful, and fun. What’s your experience with childlessness?  Let us know by texting or calling our anonymous...

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Danielle Porter. Danielle is a Chicago native, but has since made her home in Atlanta, Georgia. With a BA in Business Marketing from Clark Atlanta University, she has a growing career in corporate sales and aspires to branch into brand management.  Danielle is the Founder and President of You Go Girl Leadership Institute, an organization dedicated to desti...

Joining the show this week is Ruth Gladwyn-Nash, a BHIS Counselor at Heart and Solutions serving the Ames, Ankeny and Waukee communities. While pursuing her degree in English from Iowa State University, Ruth found herself in a mental health crisis which resulted in a Bipolar II diagnosis. She has since found that her own mental health struggles have only helped her work more effectively with child...

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Megan Buck, a neurodivergent Academic Coach and the ADHD Specialist at Empower Academic Coaching. In this role, Megan helps not only middle and high school students and their families create customized strategies for achieving their academic goals, but also supports adults in navigating their ADHD journey. She hosts a Women’s ADHD Support Group every secon...

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by John Sovec, MA, LMFT. John is a nationally recognized expert on the topic of creating affirmative support for the LGBTQ community and is the author of Out: A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Your LGBTQIA+ Kid Through Coming Out and Beyond. He is also the host of OutTalk, a monthly web series for OutCare Health that is dedicated to discussing important topics i...

In this episode Julie and Chrissa are joined by Dr. Terri Bly from Ellie Mental Health, and host of the Podcast When Therapists Watch TV. Come along as we chat about buzz-worthy TV shows and movies and how they take on important mental health topics. Connect with Dr. Bly online at: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3KKOtUYBQNFFoImrCtqOW6 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wh...

In this episode Julie and Chrissa are joined by Dr. Gloria Lee, psychologist and award winning author. For over 24 years, Dr. Lee has been an authority on relationships and personal development. She has worked with thousands of individuals, couples, families, and organizations in improving their relational and mental health. Dr. Lee is passionate about all things relationships and believes that he...

In this episode Julie and Chrissa are joined by Anthony Quarles. Anthony is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing virtually in Arkansas, Massachusetts, Ohio, and Virginia. As a therapist, it’s his goal   to meet clients where they are, to provide a safe, judgment-free space that allows people to feel welcome and comfortable with sharing their life experiences. Connect with Anthony...

In this episode Julie and Chrissa are joined by Julia Nepini, clinical and forensic social worker based in Massachusetts. Julia is the founder of Compassionate Counseling Company, a multidisciplinary group practice, and founder of the Compassionate Consulting Company, a consulting business where she helps clinicians start, expand, and diversify their practices. She is also  host of the new po...

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Alex Rohn, Director of Therapeutic Programs at Please Pass the Love. The mission of Please Pass the Love is to transform school mental health through leadership, social justice and collective change. Alex graduated from the University of Iowa with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology with minors in Human Relations and Health Promotion. She then attended and g...

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Jane Pilger, a binge eating and body trust coach for women. Jane empowers women who feel out of control around food to develop food freedom and body trust. She helps women who have been struggling, often for decades, to find the missing link to go from fighting with their bodies to working with them. Whether you are a binge eater, someone who doesn't trust...

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Paris, entrepreneur, blogger, and mother balancing a full time job while raising 3 amazing kiddos. Paris is also the creator of SisterSoulMotherhood, a space where women can show up as themselves: imperfect, messy and all. This is a space to connect with other women and talk about the real life issues they face daily. She talks about everything from how to...

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Vicki Smith, a psychotherapist and coach specializing in people pleasing and perfectionism. Vicki enjoys seeing people discover their true nature and share it with the world. Vicki blends her experience as a mindfulness meditation teacher with her background in body-centered yoga therapy to help clients get to know the whole of their being. Her mission is...

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Courtney Michel,  a board certified music therapist, worship leader, office administrator, music teacher and stay-at-home-mom. She received her undergraduate degree in music therapy and psychology and is beginning a masters in mental health counseling with an emphasis on grief and trauma. Courtney is passionate about people, music and ministry. She be...

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Caitlin Belden, a BHIS counselor at Heart and Solutions in the Waterloo and Grundy Center areas. In this episode, get a peak into what BHIS sessions can look like, Caitlin’s future plans to pursue becoming a registered Play Therapist, and some of Caitlin’s experiences seeing both counselor and psychiatrist. To start behavioral or mental health services in...

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by return guest, Tenesha Gatson. Tenesha is a Heart and Solutions board member and online voice teaching parents the ins and outs of advocating for their children, navigating IEPs and 504 plans, and much more. View the 504 vs IEP graphic Tenesha mentioned Connect with Tenesha: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@spice2yurlife Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pr...

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Trameka Woods, founder of Express N Flow, and board member of How about H.O.P.E. Express N Flow works with youth and adults to use creative writing and journaling to express their thoughts, emotions and ideas. Connect with Trameka: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057681482053 Email: tramekawoods@gmail.com Phone: 563-271-8958 To start b...

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Cathy Spaas, an expert in working with highly sensitive and gifted people. Cathay knows from experience what it’s like to get overwhelmed by the challenges faced in the upper echelons in combination with a brain that processes information on a deeper level. Cathy is a published author with Beverly Hills Publishing, and her book ‘Spotlight Stress’ will be r...

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Tanya J Miller, a Coach, Author and Speaker based in Texas. Tanya is passionate about helping people and organizations figure out how to do life and leadership unapologetically on purpose. Connect with Tanya at: Web: https://www.tanyajmiller.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingwithtanya/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingwithTanya/ You...

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Suzanne Culberg, The Nope Coach. Suzanne is an international mindset coach, speaker and author who helps over-givers and people pleasers learn to say ‘No’ without hesitation. Through her signature online program Why W8? She helps women break the cycle of putting themselves last and instead build the confidence to set and uphold boundaries. Connect with Suz...

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Caurel Richards, a hypnotherapist and Rapid Transformational Therapy Practitioner. Caurel is a dynamic and creative individual with a wealth of knowledge and experience having worked in multiple service industries in the last 14 years. One of the biggest lessons she learned in those years was the importance of mental health and how unhealed trauma can keep...

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Mary Kate, a Licensed Master Social Worker at Heart and Solutions. Mary Kate graduated from Iowa State University with degrees in Child, Adult, and Family Services and History in 2015. While working at a residential facility for children in Des Moines, Mary Kate decided to pursue an advanced degree to better be able to serve children and families strugglin...