Building a Path to Wellness: The Gold Counseling Approach

In this episode of the Lift and Make Lighter podcast, host Tom Telford interviews Debbie Gold of Gold Counseling in Utah. Debbie shares her journey from a challenging upbringing in Northern California to leading a significant mental health organization. She discusses her path to addiction recovery, her education, and her extensive career in health and human services, particularly in fostering mental health services for children and adults in Utah. The conversation touches on her family's involvement in mental health services, her husband and children's roles, and the importance of family dynamics in her practice. Debbie emphasizes the need for genuine connection, understanding, and joy in relationships and discusses the challenges couples face in maintaining these elements. They discuss themes such as financial disagreements, the importance of independence, and effective communication in relationships, while also addressing broader societal issues like the stigma around mental health. Debbie stresses the significance of staying grounded and finding joy through life's complexities.For more information about Debee and Gold Counseling, visit https://goldwellness.com/The Lift and Make Lighter podcast is presented by, LÉVO, a mind care company specializing in comprehensive mental health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Our approach includes personalized plans that may involve therapy, responsible medication management, and additional tools to help navigate a path to better mental health.