Finding Ourself Podcast Episode 1 with Erin Kelly

Join Cuddlist practitioners Keeley Shoup and Michelle Renee as they sit down with Erin Kelly, LCSW from https://elementalselfinstitute.com as they delve into the transformative power of touch therapy and the triadic model. Discover how their collaborative approach is reshaping healing experiences, offering new insights into trauma recovery, and fostering deeper connections. This episode explores the nuances of therapeutic touch, the importance of consent, and the journey of self-discovery.Erin E. Kelly, LCSW, REAT, RYT-500 is a trained psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, and clinical consultant based out of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Erin blends clinical modalities with arts and somatic practices to help clients navigate their healing process. She is also currently pursuing a doctoral degree, exploring components of humility and vulnerability in healing relationships. Erin works primarily with survivors of sexual violence and chronic abuse, as well as individuals from LGBTQIA2S+, kink, sex work, and poly/ENM communities. You can contact Erin through www.elementalselfinstitute.comIf you'd like more information about how therapists can work with Cuddlist practitioners, check out https://cuddlist.com/therapist.Cuddlisthttps://cuddlist.comhttps://www.instagram.com/cuddlist/https://www.facebook.com/cuddlistMERCH - https://cuddlist.threadless.com/Erin Kellyhttps://elementalselfinstitute.comhttps://www.elementalselfinstitute.com/erin-kellyKeeleyhttps://www.keeleyshoup.comhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYD5ylC_QqpkKRNaYLQGDMQhttps://www.tiktok.com/@yourcuddletherapisthttps://www.instagram.com/yourcuddletherapist/Michellehttps://www.meetmichellerenee.com/https://www.instagram.com/meetmichellereneehttps://www.facebook.com/cuddlemichellerenee/https://www.youtube.com/@MeetMichelleReneeKey Topics:Introduction to the triadic model in therapy The role of touch in healing trauma Insights into EMDR and somatic therapy Personal experiences and professional growth in therapy The importance of consent and embodied decision-making