104: Navigating the Life Cycle: From Grief to Reproductive Health with Karyn Rosenberg, LCSW

In this episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist Podcast, host Sindee Gozansky welcomes Karyn Rosenberg, a licensed clinical social worker and certified perinatal mental health clinician. We dive into Karyn's impressive career from working in hospice to becoming an expert in third-party reproduction, including her work with intended parents, surrogates, and donors.  We discuss nuances of grief, including ambiguous and disenfranchised grief, and the importance of self-care for therapists. Karyn also addresses ethical considerations in reproductive mental health and emphasizes the importance of continuing education and heartfelt engagement in therapeutic work. This episode serves as an enlightening guide for therapists dealing with these challenging areas and offers valuable insights for both professionals and clients navigating the emotional complexities of grief and fertility issues. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview 02:21 Karyn's Journey into Grief Counseling 06:05 Impact of Grief Work on Personal Life 13:22 Navigating Ambiguous and Disenfranchised Grief 16:50 Therapist Self-Care and Specializations 19:22 Introduction to Third Party Reproduction 23:36 Screening Donors and Surrogates 24:58 The Ever-Evolving Field of Fertility 27:01 Ethical Considerations in Fertility Counseling 29:05 Managing Burnout and Self-Care 33:24 Supporting New Moms with Postpartum Depression 41:59 Connecting with Karyn Rosenberg 43:03 Final Thoughts and Takeaways   Connect with Karyn: www.karynrosenberg.com https://www.instagram.com/karynlcsw   Check out Berries: Berries Referral Link: heyberries.com/?via=heart-centered Discount code: Sindee50 for $50 off your first month Connect with Sindee: Visit my website: https://heartcenteredtherapistpodcast.com/  Join the Heart-Centered Therapist Community FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/478651669638167 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartcenteredtherapist/ Shop Mental Health Threads: https://mentalhealththreads.etsy.com Interested in realigning your own practice to be more heart-centered? Join Sindee on her podcast by signing up for a Therapist Alignment Session. This brief, 15-30-minute conversation is a unique opportunity to re-align with your heart-centered approach, both in your client interactions and in the development of your practice. Whether you're at the beginning of your career or an experienced therapist, these sessions are designed to help you gain clarity on specific issues you're facing. Sign up for your Therapist Alignment Session here: https://calendly.com/heartcenteredtherapistpodcast/therapist-alignment-session Want to be a guest on the podcast? Email Sindee: [email protected] For more information on the Couples Therapy Mentorship Group, email me at [email protected]