PODCAST · health
Grow Your Path to Wellness
by Amanda Kostura & Kelsi Amerine
Welcome! Tune-in weekly to our real-talk sessions normalizing mental health as health. You'll find realistic and practical mental health information to get your brain and body moving toward optimal wellness. You can also find our our podcasts as videos on our YouTube Vlog! Be sure to like and subscribe so you don’t miss the most recent episodes! With love, Amanda and KelsiSupport our podcast: https://anchor.fm/gyptw/support
Episodes
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Emotional Health, Connection, & Behavior w/ Kevin Strauss
Today we were joined by Emotional Health & Innovation Consultant and CEO of Uchi, LLC, Kevin Strauss. We have an in-depth conversation covering the differences between emotional health and mental health and what is really driving human behavior. Kevin also emphasizes love, connection, and…
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The Family Imprint: The Impact of Family History to Transform Work with Your Clients w/Johanna Lynn
Today we welcomed Johanna Lynn to share about how much of our current behavior patterns and unexplained symptoms is rooted in our family history. You'll learn about epigenetic as a tool to self-discovery and self-healing. We also discuss the impact of our experience with love as a child can shape...
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Parenting Teens: Emotional Wellness w/ Molly Feigal
Today we had the pleasure of welcoming Molly Feigal to discuss the very relevant and needed topic of how parent's can support their teen's emotional well-being. Molly shares her insights regarding the current mental health crisis with our teens, and provides a few practical and easy-to-implement...
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Connecting All People through the Creative Process w/ Carolina Martin
*TW- grief* When her mother passed away as a result of her 6 year fight against lung-cancer, Carolina Martin turned her grief into passion and found her life's work. Carrying positive characteristics from her two artist parents, Carolina vowed to use her blessings for the betterment of our larger...
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Using Meditation for Business Success w/ Lori Saitz
Today we had the pleasure of welcoming Lori Saitz in a really passionate exploration of meditation and how it supports our overall goals in life. We de-bunk myths about meditation ("I should be doing this", "I'm not good at it", "I don't have time", and more. Lori shares how meditation can help...
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Sustaining Your Nonprofit w/ Libby V
Today we had the wonderful opportunity to bring guest Libby Villavicencio aka Libby V to share her wisdom and expertise about sustaining a nonprofit. We discuss all aspects of both organizational and community wellness related to this topic - from clarifying the differences between a for profit…
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The Importance of Communication in the Workplace w/ Kim Laughlin
Today we welcomed Kim Laughlin, Cultural Apex Coach and expert in leadership, communication, and culture in the workplace. We discuss Kim's approach to changing culture in occupational settings by first starting with the leaders, ensuring their address any barriers or triggers they have to being...
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Mother's Day Special: Recognizing the Wellness of Mothers
**TW: brief discussion of potentially activating topics including: infertility, death, difficult Mother's Day emotions. In honor of Mother's Day, Kelsi and Amanda discuss all things motherhood as they relate to holistic wellness and intersectional identities. We hold space for those experiencing...
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Art Therapy for Military & First Responders w/ Casey Frederick
Art Therapist Casey Frederick joined the show today to breakdown the benefits of engaging in Art Therapy, specifically for first responders and military populations. We discuss who Art Therapy can help, how, and what misconceptions people have. Learn more about Art Therapy: www.ArtTherapy.org…
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Reaching Peak Performance Through Your Mind w/ Lauren Ammon
Lauren Ammon of Performance Reimagined joined us to day to emphasize the importance of training your mind just as you train your body, in order to reach peak performance. She teaches us about the invisible opponent within, how to address them with 3 key principles to improve physical and mental...
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Farmacy at The Chef's Garden w/ Dr. Amy Sapola
Today we welcomed Dr. Amy Sapola to share about Farmacy at The Chef’s Garden and the connection between agricultural practices and human wellness. We discussed the how conventional and regenerative agriculture practices differ, how soil health impacts human health, and why eating food from each...
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Supporting Teen Mental Health w/ Christina Guarino
With Kelsi traveling, Amanda solo-hosted another mental health TikTok creator Christina Guarino, covering all aspects we need to be aware of related to teen mental health. Christina explained the generational differences which can impact understanding between teens and the adults in their lives,...
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A More Holistic Approach to Staying Well
With colds and bugs seemingly going around families and communities non-stop right now, Kelsi & Amanda felt it relevant to chat about the importance of taking a holistic approach to preventative wellness. We provide some education on the impact of excessive, unresolved stress on the body's immune...
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Prioritizing Purpose in Motherhood w/ Tiffany Lewis
This episode was a great build from our last one, as both focus on ensuring your are making decisions for your life in alignment with your values. We welcomed Tiffany Lewis to share both her valuable life experiences navigating motherhood and business. Tiffany's advice for tuning into your own...
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How Being in Alignment with Your True Self Creates Great Well-being w/Sabrina Lindner
With Kelsi celebrating her birthday on the beach, Amanda welcomed this today's guest Sabrina Lindner. Sabrina shares her personal story about unshackling herself, going through the process of alignment, and ultimately feeling greater well-being and happiness in her life. We discuss how to go...
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Using Insurance + Self-pay to Get the Most Benefit on a Healing Journey
Nick Angelis, CRNA who had previously joined us to talk about Psychedelic-assisted Therapy, returns today to talk about how individuals can use a combination of insurance covered services and self-pay services to optimize their wellness and healthcare experience. We discuss the unknowns about...
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Deconstructing a Lifetime of Faith: Seeking Authenticity and Freedom w/ Annie King
Today we welcomed Annie King, a fellow therapist and colleague of Kelsi's in Chillicothe, OH to share her personal journey deconstructing faith. She discusses the waves of emotions and transitions felt throughout this process, as well as the importance of remaining open. Annie provides tangible...
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How to Use Mindfulness & Meditation as Coping Tools During the Holiday Season w/ Lisa Schaefer
Lisa Schaefer graced us with her presence again as a fill-in for a last minute guest cancellation. We explore opportunities for mindfulness, curiosity, and simple coping skills throughout the potentially challenging situations we may encounter around the holidays. #Podcast #Vlog #GYPTW...
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A Seasonal Themed Wellness Check-in w/ GYPTW hosts Kelsi & Amanda
We had a guest cancellation today, so we decided to roll with it and record on a timely subject! With the weather making drastic changes for many of us in the midwest, daylight savings time changes, and upcoming holidays, we felt it appropriate to share some validation and self-care tips to get…
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Self-love Over Stress w/ Jessica Harrington
This episode Kelsi and Amanda had the pleasure of welcoming the owner of Journey to Yourself, Jessica Harrington, MPH. Tune in to learn 3 signs for identifying stress, 5 easy ways to manage stress, and how self-love specifically can reduce the impact of stress. You'll feel empowered to stop...
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Use of Psychedelics in Mental Health Treatment
*DISCLAIMER* - Information discussed in this episode is not medical advice. Please discuss your unique situation with your health provider for appropriate treatment recommendations. Owner of Ascend Health Center in Fairlawn, OH Nick Angelis, CRNA joined us today to discuss a hot topic in society...
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Let's Talk About Financial Wellness w/ Rachel Durci
Amanda welcomed guest Rachel Durci, a financial wellness coach, to share her self-taught strategies to decrease stress and increase satisfaction around money. We discuss the impact of financial stress on our physical, mental, and social wellness, and how a simple budget can get you on track for...
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Acupuncture & Mental Health w/ Dr. Julie Pyle
Today's guest is Dr. Julie Pyle, Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine and Acupuncturist. Dr. Julie shares her expertise and experience treating individuals with different mental health conditions through a holistic approach, including acupuncture. Dr. Julie discusses the scientific, modern medical...
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Self-compassion and Eating Disorders w/ Jessica Rabon
**TRIGGER WARNING** Discussion of Disordered Eating Today we are joined by Jessica Rabon, PhD, another fellow mental health creator on TikTok! Jessica shares her passion for helping others understand the importance of self-compassion, and how to implement in their daily lives. We also discuss...
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The Impacts of Trauma on the Body w/ Nikki Boggs
Kelsi solo interviewed good friend and wellness professional Nikki Boggs today for another review of how trauma impacts our body. As a massage therapist and private yoga instructor, Nikki shares how she assists individuals in recognizing and healing trauma that is stored in the fascia of the…
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Further Exploration of Levels of Mental Healthcare w/ Chris Seem
Kelsi and Amanda welcome back Chris Seem, who has so graciously shared her life-experiences in different levels of mental healthcare with us. Chris discusses her personal accounts of the differences between a locked, in-patient psychiatric hospitalization unit, and a crisis stabilization unit.…
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Treatments for Anxiety & Trauma w/ Chelsey Hamms
Kelsi and Amanda are joined today by fellow mental health Tiktok creator, licensed clinical social worker, and Ohioan, Chelsey Hamms. We discuss symptoms of anxiety and trauma, how they can overlap/appear similar, as well as the distinct differences. Chelsey shares her experience and training in...
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The Benefits of Vibeology Dance Yoga w/ Kendra Everhart
Kelsi and Amanda are joined by Kendra Everhart today as she shares the practice of Vibeology Dance Yoga. Tune in to learn the roots of this healing art, as well as the benefits for your mind, body and soul! You can find Kendra's classes at Rainbow Yoga in Chillicothe, OH:...
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Preventing Burnout in the Workplace w/ Morgan Bennett
Morgan returned to share her perspective on preventing burnout in the workplace through the lens of her own learned lessons and experience. We weave through examples of how to separate ourselves from work, setting functional work-life boundaries and how to prioritize our needs. Follow Morgan on...
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Creating Sunshine, Even When There Seems To Be None w/ Marissa Baker
Today Kelsi and Amanda welcomed Marissa Baker, host of the Sun Happens Podcast, to share her personal journey of challenges and triumph to reaching joy. Marissa vulnerably discusses being twice divorced by 30, recognizing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors in herself, taking accountability...
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Healing from Trauma: Cultivating Community for Resiliency w/ Christine Venrick
Kelsi and Amanda sat down with peer supporter Christine Venrick to talk about how critical it is to build a sense of community when working on healing trauma! We discussed different types of support systems, the mind-body connection and tools for healing, as well as how our systems around us...
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What Is Embodied Therapy? w/ Lisa Schaefer
One of our regular guests returns to share more expertise in mind-body healing, specifically through the use of Embodied Therapy. Lisa Schaefer, a clinical social worker, registered yoga teacher and reiki master joins Kelsi and Amanda to reveal the benefits of an embodied approach to life and...
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The Power of Touch and Benefits of Massage Therapy w/ Gina Goodson
While Kelsi soaks up the warmth in South Carolina for vacation, Amanda hosted good friend, massage therapist and esthetician Gina Goodson. You’ll learn about the holistic benefits of individualized massage practice because of the mind-body connection. Gina discusses why setting the intention and...
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Fear of Rejection and How It Manifests in Our Lives w/ Markerra Larkin
Markerra Larkin returned this week and she and Kelsi discussed how the fear of rejection is planted and manifests in our lives. This week’s episode builds off of Markerra’s previous episode that covered the experience of women in transitional spaces. Markerra offered her personal and professional...
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The Trauma Caused by Growing Up in The Jim Crow South w/ Judith Mudd-Krijgelmans
What a privilege it was for co-hosts Kelsi & Amanda to host Judith Mudd-Krijgelmans on today's episode! Judith graciously gave her time to share her personal story of growing up in Jim Crow South and how she found healing through self-compassion and action. Judith encouraged more togetherness and...
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Our Multi-dimensional Relationship with Money w/ Kate Harold
Another mental health creator takes the spotlight on this week's episode of GYPTW! Kelsi and Amanda hosted guest Kate Harold, a strong advocate for supporting financial wellness women and minorities. We explore the overlaps of financial wellness with other relationships and forms of wellness, and...
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Stepping into Fear to Feel the Magic of Personal Transformation w/ Heidi Gruss
Licensed therapist and breakthrough coach Heidi Gruss returns for another episode to finish the conversation on pushing past fear toward growth. With Kelsi stepping out for some personal development, Amanda and Heidi had a productive and eye-opening conversation about the breakthrough process…
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Weight Loss Lies We’ve Been Brainwashed to Believe w/ Ruth Houston
Amanda and Kelsi are joined by eat smart expert Ruth Houston today to expose lies the diet industry tells us and how these create barriers to losing weight. Ruth provides realistic, simple lifestyle habits we can implement to lose weight without restricting what/how much we eat or exercising. Go…
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Women in Transitional Spaces w/ Markerra Larkin
Kelsi is back this week joining Amanda on an interview with another clinician from Port Counseling Group, Markerra Larkin. We define what it means to be a woman in transition in a variety of life areas, and how both societal and individual circumstances factor into the experience. Find Markerra:...
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Self-love and Body Positivity w/ Dr. Katelyn Baker
Katelyn Baker, PsyD, another fellow Tiktok content creator and wellness advocate, chats with Amanda about all things self-love and body positivity near the Valentine's Day holiday. Our discussion flows from understanding the bullying experiences of larger bodied women, to taming the inner bully…
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Are You a Carrier of the "Trauma Virus" w/ Dr. Sousan Abadian
Dr. Sousan Abadian joins Amanda today to explore how trauma is weaved in our habits, families, culture and more. They discuss intergenerational trauma and directing attention toward healing and empowerment, rather than victim mindset. Dr. Sousan's bio: Dr. Sousan Abadian is currently a Fulbright...
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Boundaries in Intimate Partner Relationships w/ Miranda Campbell
Today's guest Miranda Campbell is a licensed clinical social worker and group practice owner who graced us with her presence to share her expertise related to intimate relationships and boundary setting. Our conversation flowed from the basics of why setting boundaries is important, to related...
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De-Stigmatizing Mental Health Crisis Stabilization through Hospitalization w/ Chris Seem
*Content warning** topics of suicidal thoughts, mental health crises and hospitalization experiences are discussed in this episode. Today Kelsi and Amanda had the honor of welcoming Chris Seems to share her first hand experience as a consumer of mental health crisis services. We are thankful for...
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Queerness in Mormonism w/ Kimberly Anderson
Today Kelsi and Amanda welcomed back Kimberly Anderson to share her expertise on the intersection of sexual/gender identity and religion - specifically Mormonism. Tune in as they explore everything from identity development to the spectrum from tolerating to embracing, all with Kimberly's…
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Mandown: Men's Mental Health Series w/ Josh McKivigan
Today while Kelsi takes a much deserved holiday vacation to warmer climate, Amanda had the opportunity to sit down with Josh McKivigan, a licensed professional counselor from PA. Josh was gracious to cover our Men's Mental Health Series episode this month before Amanda's husband Tommy returns in...
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Chronic Pain Ages 20-50 w/ Dr. Lesley Cook
This week Kelsi and Amanda welcomed back (for the 3rd time!!) Dr. Lesley Cook on the topic of Chronic Pain among those ages 20-50 years old. Dr. Lesley is always a pleasure to have on the show - be sure to go back and listen to her episodes on Neurodiversity and How Parents Can Support their...
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The Use of Humor in Therapy w/ Jason (NotYourTherapistDude)
This week Kelsi and Amanda welcome fellow TikTok creator and therapist Jason @NotYourTherapistDude for a discussion about humor’s place in therapy. Jason shares how humor can be both beneficial and unhelpful depending on the specific situation and timing.
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Barriers to Mental Health Treatment & Self-Advocacy w/ Katie Ridings
As we welcome Amanda back to co-host after her much needed maternity leave, she and Kelsi had the pleasure of chatting with Katie Ridings. Katie vulnerably shares her experiences along her own mental health healing journey. Tune in to learn common barriers to treatment as well as recommendations...
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Trauma and Chakra Healing Series: The Crown Chakra w/ Lisa Schaefer
In the final installment of our Trauma and Chakra Healing Series, Kelsi welcome back Lisa Schaefer to talk about the Crown Chakra. #Chakras #ChakraHealing #CrownChakra #Wellness #Healing #GYPTW #GrowYourPathToWellness
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Understanding Anxiety & Insomnia w/ Dr. Kristen Casey
Kelsi returns from her much needed vacation and hosted Dr. Kristen Casey after a last minute schedule change for this week’s episode. Kelsi and Dr. Casey talked in depth about insomnia, anxiety related to sleep, and the overall evidence-based best practice treatment for these particular…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome! Tune-in weekly to our real-talk sessions normalizing mental health as health. You'll find realistic and practical mental health information to get your brain and body moving toward optimal wellness. You can also find our our podcasts as videos on our YouTube Vlog! Be sure to like and subscribe so you don’t miss the most recent episodes! With love, Amanda and KelsiSupport our podcast: https://anchor.fm/gyptw/support
HOSTED BY
Amanda Kostura & Kelsi Amerine
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