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What happens when the version of you that has always been capable, productive, responsible, and able to get things done suddenly can't keep going in the same way?My guest, Natasha Ramlall, calls this an identity rupture -that unsettling space between who you have been and who you are becoming.Natasha spent 25 years working with newcomers and refugees settling in Canada before eventually recognizing that the work she had once loved no longer felt the same. She followed the pull toward something new, but instead of immediately feeling energized by the change, she found herself exhausted, overwhelmed, and unable to function in some of the ways that had always defined her.That experience led her to look more closely at the relationship between identity, the nervous system, embodiment, safety, and the patterns we develop to move through the world.In our conversation, we explore:What an identity rupture can look and feel likeWhen being highly capable and productive becomes part of our sense of safetyHow to recognize pushing, functional freeze, and moments of surrender in the bodyWhy slowing down can actually feel uncomfortable or unsafeThe guilt and shame that can arise when we aren't being productiveThe difference between something being unsafe and simply being unfamiliarWhy our nervous system may resist an identity that feels more authenticThe tension between attachment and authenticityResourcing and developing a felt sense of safetyLearning to experience emotions we may have once needed to suppressWhy being witnessed and accepted as our authentic selves can create a different experience of connectionAt one point in our conversation, I found myself expanding on the question we often associate with the nervous system: Am I safe?What if there's another question underneath it?Am I safe enough to be fully myself?For those of us who have learned to find safety through being productive, helpful, responsible, agreeable, or the person everyone else can depend on, that can be a much bigger question than it initially appears.This conversation is an invitation to get curious about the identities we've built, what they may have done for us, and what can happen when we begin listening to the parts of ourselves that are asking for something different.Connect with Natasha RamlallVisit Natasha's website to learn more about her work and access the free resourcing practice mentioned in the episode. https://www.humanistcoaching.ca/If you enjoyed this conversation, subscribe to The Spiritually Curious Therapist and share the episode with someone who might be navigating a transition of their own.Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

What if healing isn't about thinking your way through your past...What if it's about learning to listen to your body?In this episode of The Spiritually Curious Therapist, I sit down with somatic bodywork practitioner Crystal Clear for a thoughtful conversation about trauma, nervous system regulation, embodiment, and the profound wisdom our bodies hold.Crystal shares her own healing journey—from growing up in an abusive home and years of traditional talk therapy to discovering the transformative role of yoga, somatic practices, and trauma-informed bodywork. Along the way, we explore why so many of us become disconnected from our bodies, how those adaptations once helped us survive, and what it takes to gently reconnect.We also spend time unpacking the word tantra—a term that is often misunderstood. Rather than focusing on sexuality, Crystal describes tantra as a practice of presence, awareness, and learning to expand our capacity to be with all of our human experience.In this episode, we explore:How early life experiences shape our nervous systemThe difference between understanding our story and experiencing healing in the bodyWhy embodiment is an essential part of emotional healingWhat tantra really means—and why it's often misunderstoodEmotional literacy and learning to recognize what your body is communicatingSelf-abandonment, boundaries, and creating safety from withinWhy healing happens in relationship and through attunementHow nervous system regulation expands our capacity for both joy and painThe connection between chronic stress, suppressed emotions, and physical symptomsWhy, sometimes, the way out is to go inOne of my favorite moments came when Crystal said:"The work isn't the work. I'm the work."That simple statement captures so much of what we explored together. Healing isn't about finding the perfect technique. It's about cultivating the presence, awareness, and capacity to meet ourselves honestly—and allowing that relationship with ourselves to become the foundation for everything else.Connect with Crystal Clear🌿 Sensaura Sanctuary: https://sensuarasanctuary.com📱 Follow Crystal on social media.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sensaura_sanctuary Threads: https://www.threads.com/@crystal_tantra Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/crystal-tantra.bsky.social TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crystal.clear.tantra X: https://x.com/crystal_tantra LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/crystal-clear-a62a943a6 Sensaura Sanctuary Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SensauraSanctuaryIf this conversation resonated with you, I'd love for you to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who might be curious about the connection between the body, the nervous system, and healing.Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

What if power isn't about having control over others...What if it's simply the capacity to act?In this episode of The Spiritually Curious Therapist, I sit down with Maritza Schaefer, founder of Bruja School and creator of the Liberation Magic Method. Raised in Chile in a family of witches, Maritza offers a perspective on spirituality that invites us to look beyond stereotypes and consider magic as the practice of transforming our lives with intention.As our conversation unfolded, we found ourselves exploring questions that extend far beyond witchcraft. We talked about the relationship between spirituality and religion, the role of community in healing, how our mind, body, subconscious, nervous system, and spirit work together, and why so many of us forget the power we already have.One idea, in particular, stayed with me:Power is the capacity to act.It's a simple definition, but one that has the potential to change how we think about healing, agency, and creating meaningful change in our lives.In this episode, we explore:What it was like growing up in a family of witches in ChileWhy Maritza believes magic is "the craft of transforming reality"The difference between religion and a personal spiritual practiceWhat it means to reconnect with your own powerHow the conscious mind, subconscious, body, nervous system, and spirit influence changeWhy awareness opens the door to new possibilitiesThe importance of daily practice over quick fixesFinding your unique "medicine" and sharing it with the worldWhy healing is easier when we walk alongside othersWhether you're deeply spiritual, curious about consciousness, or simply interested in new ways of thinking about healing and transformation, this conversation offers an invitation to pause, reflect, and consider what becomes possible when we reconnect with ourselves.Connect with Maritza Schaefer🌿 Bruja School: https://brujaschool.comInstagram: @maritza.a.schafer Facebook: maritza.a.schafer Youtube: @Maritza.Schafer Substack: https://maritzaschafer.substack.com/If you enjoyed this conversation, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might enjoy exploring the intersection of spirituality, psychology, and what it means to live with intention.Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

What if you were never "too much"?For years, Lisa Richer believed the messages she heard growing up, that she was too emotional, too loud, too talkative, too sensitive. It wasn't until adulthood that she discovered she was neurodivergent, and with that understanding came something far more valuable than a diagnosis: permission to finally understand herself with compassion.In this deeply moving conversation, Lisa shares her journey from growing up undiagnosed to becoming a neurodiversity consultant who helps families, educators, professionals, and organizations create environments where people can thrive instead of simply survive.Together, we explore what happens when we stop asking, "What's wrong with me?" and begin asking, "What is my nervous system trying to tell me?"Along the way, we discuss:Why hearing "you're too much" can shape a lifetime of self-doubtThe hidden cost of masking and people-pleasingGrowing up neurodivergent before anyone had the language for itHow elite gymnastics became both a refuge and a window into understanding her nervous systemThe surprising discovery of a visual processing difference decades laterWhy a diagnosis is information, not an identityHow curiosity creates connection while judgment creates shameThe importance of helping others understand how your brain worksRemembering who you were before you learned to hide parts of yourselfMoving from remembering… to returning… to reclaiming your authentic selfOne of my favorite moments came when Lisa shared the phrase that has become her personal mission:"Free to be me."Whether you're neurodivergent, love someone who is, or have ever questioned whether you were somehow "too much," this conversation offers hope, validation, and a powerful reminder that understanding ourselves is often the beginning of healing.Connect with Lisa RicherWebsite: https://journey2bloom.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LisaLazarRicher LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaricher/Instagram: @journey2bloomYoutube: @journey2bloom📖 Confident You: Raw Conversations, Real Stories of Courage, Healing, and Redefining Confidence(Lisa's chapter: Unbecoming to Become: Finding Clarity in the Chaos)Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

We often think healing begins when the crisis is over.But what if that's actually when the real work begins?In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with Colleen Clifford, author, health coach, commercial fisherwoman, and alcohol-free advocate, to explore the hidden survival patterns that shape our lives and the courage it takes to face them with honesty and compassion.Colleen shares her deeply personal story of binge drinking, the devastating loss of her husband to alcohol-related suicide, and the complicated journey through grief, guilt, and healing that followed. Together, we explore not only how alcohol affects our brains and our relationships, but also what happens to the nervous system after prolonged stress, trauma, and loss.One of the moments that stayed with me most was Colleen's realization that it wasn't during the crisis that she unraveled, it was after everything had settled. Once the distractions were gone and survival mode came to an end, she found herself face-to-face with the emotions she had been carrying all along.In this episode, we explore:• The difference between binge drinking and alcohol dependence and why many people don't recognize the signs• The impact of alcohol on judgment, memory, and decision-making• Loving someone struggling with depression and alcohol use• Navigating the heartbreak of suicide loss and the guilt that often follows• The nervous system's shift from survival into collapse after prolonged stress• Why we so often cope by staying busy, and what happens when life finally becomes quiet• Self-forgiveness, resilience, and rebuilding trust with ourselves• The importance of talking openly about suicide, mental health, and asking for helpThroughout our conversation, Colleen reminds us that healing doesn't happen through shame. It happens through curiosity, compassion, and the willingness to tell the truth about our lives.Whether you've struggled with alcohol yourself, loved someone who has, experienced profound grief, or simply recognize yourself in the tendency to stay busy to avoid your pain, I hope this conversation reminds you that healing begins not by judging ourselves—but by understanding ourselves.Resources mentioned in this episode:• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (Call or Text 988 in the U.S.)• Mental Health First Aid• Kevin Hines' advocacy work on suicide preventionConnect with Colleen CliffordWebsite: LifeBeyondTheBinge.com                Purepotential.healthBook: Life Beyond the Binge: A Commercial Fisherwoman's Journey HomeInstagram: Purepotential.health Facebook: Purepotential healthIf this episode resonates with you, please share it with someone who might need to hear this conversation. Talking openly about grief, addiction, and mental health helps reduce shame, and reminds us that none of us have to navigate life's hardest moments alone.Until next time, stay curious.Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

What if healing isn't about becoming someone new?What if it's about remembering who you've been all along?In this deeply reflective conversation, I sit down with Wren Morrow.  Wren is an outdoor boudoir and erotic adventure photographer whose work extends far beyond photography. Through immersive experiences in nature, Wren invites individuals and couples to reconnect with their bodies, release shame, and experience themselves with fresh eyes.As our conversation unfolds, we move far beyond cameras and photographs. Together, we explore the lasting impact of purity culture, the courage it takes to leave behind an identity that no longer fits, the wisdom of the nervous system, and the remarkable way nature reflects us back to ourselves without judgment.One of my favorite insights from this episode is the idea that photographs aren't the healing, they're reminders. They become keys that unlock the memory of an experience in which we felt fully alive, fully embodied, and completely ourselves.In this episode, we explore:• Leaving purity culture and reclaiming personal freedom• The courage to walk away from an identity that no longer fits• Why nature is such a powerful regulator of the nervous system• How shame begins to unravel in the natural world• The relationship between embodiment, photography, and healing• Predictive processing and the stories we tell ourselves about our bodies• Why asking better questions can shift long-held beliefs• The difference between seeing ourselves through shame and seeing ourselves through curiosity• Photography as a corrective experience for the nervous system• Remembering who we are beneath the expectations, stories, and conditioning we've carriedWhether you're a therapist, a helping professional, or someone on your own healing journey, this conversation offers a gentle invitation to slow down, step outside, and reconnect with the part of yourself that has always been there.Connect with Wren:Website: www.wrenmorrow.comInstagram: @_wrenmorrowShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

What if healing isn't about fixing yourself?What if it's about learning how to listen?In this deeply thoughtful conversation, I sit down with trauma-informed wellness expert, author, and educator Laura Khoudari to explore the intersection of trauma, strength training, embodiment, self-trust, and desire.Laura shares her personal journey from experiencing PTSD to developing a trauma-informed approach to strength training that helps people reconnect with their bodies, build nervous system capacity, and cultivate a deeper relationship with themselves.As our conversation unfolds, we move beyond exercise and into something much bigger:✨ How we learn to feel our feelings without becoming overwhelmed✨ Why nervous system regulation is a practice, not a destination✨ The role of boundaries, agency, and self-trust in healing✨ What strength training can teach us about staying present under stress✨ How eating disorder recovery opened the door to exploring desire✨ Why so many of us know what we don't want—but struggle to identify what we do want✨ The powerful shift from controlling the body to being in relationship with itOne of my favorite moments in the conversation is Laura's insight that healing often begins with something deceptively simple:"It's okay to want."Whether we're talking about food, relationships, movement, creativity, or life itself, learning to reconnect with our desires may be one of the most profound acts of healing available to us.This episode is an invitation to slow down, listen inward, and explore what becomes possible when we learn the language of our own bodies.About Laura KhoudariLaura Khoudari is a trauma-informed wellness educator, writer, and author of Lifting Heavy Things: Healing Trauma One Rep at a Time. Her work explores the intersection of trauma, embodiment, strength training, eating disorder recovery, desire, and self-relationship.Connect with LauraWebsite: laurakhoudari.comSubstack: The Desk and StoveBook: Lifting Heavy Things: Healing Trauma One Rep at a TimeShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

Dr. Georgia Tetlow, MD, ABOIM, ABPMR, FMCP-M is the Founder & CEO of Philadelphia Integrative Medicine, an Integrative & Functional Medicine PhysicianClinician Mentor and Bravewell Fellow of Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine.Dr. Tetlow, knew long before medical school that she wanted to practice medicine differently. In this thoughtful and deeply human conversation, we explore what it means to care for the whole person, not just their symptoms.Dr. Tetlow shares her journey from yoga teacher to physician, the intentional inner work that helped her stay connected to her values throughout traditional medical training, and why nervous system support is often the missing ingredient in healing. Together, we discuss the importance of practitioner self-care, emotional boundaries, therapeutic relationships, and the role of human connection in an increasingly technological healthcare landscape.Whether you're a healthcare professional, therapist, healer, or someone navigating your own health journey, this episode is a powerful reminder that healing doesn't happen through information alone, it happens through relationship, regulation, and being truly seen.In This Episode We Explore: Dr. Tetlow's path from yoga to integrative and functional medicine  Staying connected to your values within conventional systems  Why healing requires more than symptom management  The role of nervous system regulation in lasting change  Supporting healthcare practitioners from the inside out  Self-care as a clinical responsibility, not a luxury  Boundaries, relationships, and the art of patient care  The future of medicine in the age of AI  Why human connection remains one of the most powerful healing tools we have Ways to get in touch with Dr. Tetlow:Website: https://philly-im.com/Facebook: PhilaIntegrativeMedicineInstagram: phillyintegrativemedicineX: GeorgiaTetlowMDYouTube: georgiatetlowmd-philly-imLinkedIn: philadelphia-integrative-medicineShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

What happens when an experience is so profound that it changes the way you understand reality itself?In this thought-provoking conversation, I sit down with Michael Monk, spiritual teacher, healer, and founder of the Avatar Energy Mastery Institute. Michael shares a series of extraordinary experiences that began with what he describes as a direct communication from God and led him on a decades-long exploration of consciousness, healing, spirituality, and human potential. Together, we explore mystical experiences, God consciousness, energy healing, out-of-body experiences, personal transformation, and the challenges of integrating extraordinary spiritual experiences into everyday life.Whether you find yourself deeply resonating with Michael's perspective, questioning it, or simply feeling curious, this conversation invites us to explore one of humanity's oldest questions:What is possible when we move beyond our ordinary understanding of ourselves and reality?In This Episode We Explore: Michael's early spiritual experiences and awakening  The role of faith and direct spiritual experience  Different understandings of God consciousness  Mystical and out-of-body experiences  Energy healing and human potential  The relationship between spirituality and self-empowerment  Discernment on the spiritual path  Integrating extraordinary experiences into everyday life  Curiosity, consciousness, and the mystery of being humanWant to know more about Michael?  Website: www.michaelmonk.bioFacebook: Michael MonkYoutube: Michael Monk AvatarTik Tok: @michaelmonkavatarShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

Many of us can explain our patterns, understand our trauma, and tell the story of what happened—yet still find ourselves feeling stuck.In this episode of The Spiritually Curious Therapist, I sit down with Jessica Maitri, LCSW, brainspotting consultant, certified yoga therapist, breathwork practitioner, intuitive energy healer, and creator of the Yothera Method, to explore what happens when healing moves beyond insight and into embodiment.Jessica shares her journey from therapist burnout to developing an innovative approach that integrates yoga therapy, somatic awareness, intuition, and brainspotting. Together, we explore why healing isn't simply about understanding our experiences intellectually, but about creating new experiences within the body and nervous system.We also dive into the role of permission, choice, movement, and attunement in trauma recovery, and discuss how practitioners can support deeper transformation by learning to let go of the agenda and trust the healing process.In this conversation, we discuss:• Jessica's journey from traditional talk therapy to embodied healing work• Why therapist burnout can be an invitation to deeper alignment• The principles of yoga therapy and how it differs from a traditional yoga class• How brainspotting and yoga therapy complement one another• The importance of nervous system regulation in trauma healing• Why choice and permission are essential ingredients for healing trauma• The connection between embodiment, intuition, and transformation• How the Yothera Method was born during a period of deep creative inspiration• The difference between understanding our stories and living a new one• Why healing often requires us to get out of our own wayWhether you're a therapist, helping professional, or someone navigating your own healing journey, this episode offers a thoughtful exploration of what becomes possible when we stop trying to think our way through healing and begin listening to the wisdom of the body.Connect with Jessica:Website: www.yothera.comEmail: [email protected]: @yothera_methodYothera Method Facilitator Training 26 CE's: (Self-study or Live cohort): https://www.yothera.com/ymft-spProfessional Mentorships and Brainspotting Consultation:https://www.yothera.com/mentorship/professionalshttps://www.yothera.com/brainspottingShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

What if chronic pain isn't always a sign that something is broken?In this episode of The Spiritually Curious Therapist, I sit down with certified nutritionist, hypnotist, energy healer, and Pain Reprocessing Therapy coach Georgia Thelen to explore the growing field of mind-body healing and neuroplastic symptoms.After developing long COVID and a host of chronic symptoms herself, Georgia found her way beyond diagnoses, medications, and endless medical appointments into a deeper understanding of the nervous system's role in chronic pain and illness. Together, we discuss how fear, stress, hypervigilance, and nervous system dysregulation can contribute to persistent symptoms, and how healing may begin when we learn to relate to those symptoms differently.Whether you're living with chronic pain, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about the connection between the brain, body, and emotions, this conversation offers both insight and hope.In This Episode:Georgia's personal journey through long COVID and chronic painWhat neuroplastic symptoms are and how they developThe connection between fear, stress, and persistent painWhy nervous system regulation matters for healingHow Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) worksUnderstanding the fear-pain cycleThe difference between acute and chronic painWhy symptoms can persist long after an injury has healedThe role of somatic tracking and safety reappraisalHow emotions, stress, and unresolved experiences may influence physical symptomsWhy healing often requires curiosity rather than fearResources Mentioned:Dr. John SarnoAlan Gordon and The Way OutPain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT)Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET)Boulder Back Pain StudyConnect with Georgia Thelen:www.healyourchronicpain.orgInstagram - @goodmoodnutritionistFacebook- @ Peachy Keen Wellness and NutritionShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

How do we know what is truly ours?Our thoughts.Our fears.Our beliefs.Our reactions.In this thought-provoking conversation, I sit down with transformational teacher, intuitive development guide, and author Gwyneth Flack to explore the role intuition plays in helping us reconnect with ourselves beneath the noise of conditioning, expectation, and fear.Gwyneth shares stories from her childhood, including a near-death experience that shaped her understanding of consciousness, her early awareness of the deeper layers of people beyond their outward appearance, and how she learned to distinguish her own feelings from the emotions she was absorbing from others.Together, we explore:What intuition actually is—and what it isn'tThe difference between intuition and anxietyWhy highly sensitive people often carry emotions that don't belong to themHow conditioning can disconnect us from our inner knowingThe importance of embodiment in spiritual growthGrounding practices that help us access intuition more clearlyThe relationship between presence, awareness, and healingWhy learning to ask "Is this mine?" can be transformationalThroughout the conversation, we examine the connection between intuition, self-awareness, and living a more aligned life.Whether you're a therapist, healer, highly sensitive person, or simply someone curious about the relationship between mind, body, and spirit, this episode offers an invitation to slow down, listen inward, and reconnect with the wisdom that may already be within you.About Gwyneth FlackGwyneth Flack is a transformational teacher, soul-body alignment guide, and author of Limitless: Transform Your Life with Intuition and Creativity. Since 2007, she has helped thousands of people develop their intuitive abilities, strengthen self-trust, and create more authentic and fulfilling lives through private sessions, courses, and retreats.Connect with GwynethWebsite: gwynethflack.comBook: Limitless: Transform Your Life with Intuition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gwynethrflack/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554714303930Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this follow-up conversation, Nahum Vizakis returns to The Spiritually Curious Therapist to go deeper into the philosophy behind his book, The Biohacker’s Guide to Spiritual Bodybuilding.If you missed part one (released April 20), I highly recommend going back and listening first. In that episode we explored Nahum’s story and the experiences that shaped his path. This time, we move into the deeper questions:What happens when the pursuit of strength is driven by pain? Where is the line between discipline and self-abandonment? And what changes when the body shifts from something we control… to something we listen to?Nahum shares his journey from competitive bodybuilding, military life, and performance enhancement into bodywork, somatic experiences, spirituality, and what he now calls spiritual bodybuilding—not building muscles, but building consciousness, embodiment, and self-mastery. We explore:✨ Ego versus embodiment in fitness culture ✨ Bodybuilding as a hero’s journey ✨ Identity, external validation, and the search for worth ✨ Performance-enhancing drugs and their physical, emotional, and developmental impacts ✨ Masculinity, body image, and social media pressures on young men ✨ Somatic release, stored emotion, and the body as messenger ✨ Learning to move from intellectual understanding into lived experience ✨ Nervous system regulation and the importance of slowing down ✨ Acceptance, self-mastery, and the path back to the heart ✨ Why Nahum believes “spiritual bodybuilding” is really about mastering body, mind, and consciousness This episode also touches on something I care deeply about in my own work:How we widen our capacity to be with discomfort, move toward fear instead of away from it, and learn to listen to what the body has been trying to say all along.Whether you come from the world of fitness, trauma healing, nervous system work, spirituality, or simply being human… there is something here.Links & Resources📖 The Biohacker’s Guide to Spiritual Bodybuilding – Nahum Vizakis🌐 Nahum’s website and socials: IG: Spiritual_Bodybuilder Youtube: Spiritual Bodybuilder Tiktok: Spiritual BodybuilderWebsite: www.optimizinghuman.com🎙️ Missed Part One? Go back to the episode released April 20 where we explore Nahum’s story and the experiences that shaped this work. Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this episode of The Spiritually Curious Therapist, I sit down with Emily Young, a trauma-informed personal trainer, somatic therapist, and founder of The Embodied Trainer, for a conversation about movement, embodiment, trauma, and the nervous system.This conversation explores something that feels increasingly important to me:the idea that healing cannot happen through the mind alone.Emily shares her own journey of integrating the worlds of therapy and personal training after experiencing burnout, chronic pain, and a growing realization that many people are deeply disconnected from their bodies, even while actively exercising them.Together, we talk about:what it actually means to be embodiedthe relationship between trauma and movementnervous system-informed fitnesschronic stress, chronic pain, and overtrainingwhy “pushing harder” can disconnect us further from ourselvesmind-muscle connection and interoceptionmovement as relationship rather than punishmentco-regulation, safety, and sustainable healinghow slowing down can actually expand capacityEmily also shares insights from her newly released book, Trauma-Informed Bodywork, co-authored with Chelsea Haverly, which explores trauma-responsive approaches to movement and body-based healing practices.One of the things I appreciated most about this conversation was the reminder that our bodies are not obstacles to overcome and that they are constantly communicating with us.If you’ve ever struggled with burnout, disconnection from your body, chronic symptoms, or a complicated relationship with exercise and performance, I think this episode will resonate deeply.You can connect with Emily at:TheEmbodiedTrainer.comInstagram: @theembodiedtrainerAnd if this conversation speaks to you, Emily encourages listeners to consider purchasing Trauma-Informed Bodywork through a local independent bookstore whenever possible.As always, thank you for listening, sharing, and being part of these conversations exploring the intersection of nervous system healing, embodiment, spirituality, and human experience.Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

What if the way you’ve been trying to get healthy… is actually keeping your nervous system stuck?In this episode, I sit down with trauma-informed personal trainer Gabi Varga to explore the often-overlooked relationship between fitness, trauma, and the nervous system.Because here’s the thing, so many people are doing all the “right” things: working out, staying active, pushing themselves to be disciplined…but underneath it, their system doesn’t feel safe.And when that’s the starting point, even healthy behaviors can become part of a pattern of overdrive, disconnection, and burnout.Gabi shares her personal journey—from overtraining, unsafe patterns, and disconnection from her body… to discovering somatic work and building a completely different relationship with movement, health, and herself. Together, we explore what it really means to be embodied and why that matters more than any workout plan.In this episode, we talk about: Why over-exercising can reinforce nervous system dysregulation  The connection between trauma, validation, and body image  What “mind-muscle connection” actually means (and why many people don’t have it)  Dissociation and how it shows up in fitness and daily life  Why slowing down is often the key to real progress  The difference between pushing your body and listening to it  How embodiment leads to greater health, fulfillment, and connection  Why weight loss is a byproduct—not the goal A key takeaway:Your body isn’t working against you. It’s responding to patterns—many of which started long before you were aware of them.  And those patterns are changeable.Want to go deeper?If this conversation resonates, I’m hosting a workshop:✨ Your Body Isn’t Broken: Understanding Neuroplastic Pain and SymptomsWe’ll explore how the nervous system creates and maintains symptoms—and how to begin working with your body instead of against it.👉 https://jsilverman.systeme.io/workshopConnect with Gabi:Website: thetraumainformedpt.comInstagram: @thetraumainformedptTik Tok: @thetraumainformed ptYoutube: http://www.youtube.com/@thetraumainformedptShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this episode, I sit down with Denise Schonwald, a nurse, mental health counselor, and author whose work bridges physical health, emotional healing, and spiritual awareness.We start with Denise’s journey, from 20 years as a critical care nurse to stepping into mental health, and how she began noticing something that would shape her entire approach: physical symptoms and emotional patterns are not separate.They tell a story together.From there, we explore the connection between mind, body, and energy, and what happens when we ignore the signals our system is constantly giving us.  We explore the chakra system, the mind-body connection, how unprocessed emotions show up as physical symptoms, and why your inner knowing is not the same thing as your anxious mind. If you've ever wondered whether that stomach issue, back pain, or fatigue might be connected to something deeper, this conversation is for you. We talked about:How Denise went from ICU nurse to holistic mental health counselorWhy a psychiatrist who was also a shaman changed the direction of her careerHow unprocessed emotions show up in specific areas of the body through the chakra systemThe difference between the fearful mind and the quiet inner knowingWhy the language we use about our problems actually affects our nervous systemDenise's work bridges physical health, emotional healing, and spiritual awareness, and she has a gift for seeing how the body communicates what the mind has not yet processed.Learn more about Denise and her books at  deniseschonwald.com. She is offering a free book to any listener who reaches out and mentions The Spiritually Curious Therapist podcast.You can also find Denise on her socialshttps://www.facebook.com/deniseschonwaldllc https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-schonwald https://www.instagram.com/deniseschonwald https://www.youtube.com/@deniseschonwald/videos Share what resonated for youShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

This is one of those conversations that stays with you.In this episode, I sit down with Nahum Vizakis—combat veteran, bodybuilder, and healer—whose journey spans trauma, identity loss, nervous system overwhelm, and a deep dive into both physical and spiritual transformation.We explore what it actually means to “build” yourself… not just physically, but emotionally, neurologically, and spiritually.We talk about: How early trauma and lack of safety shape the nervous system  The role of fear and how it can become a compass instead of something to avoid  The intersection of biohacking and nervous system regulation  Spiritual experiences, embodiment, and the importance of integration  What “spiritual bodybuilding” really means (and what it doesn’t) We also begin to unpack the ideas behind his book, The Biohacker’s Guide to Spiritual Bodybuilding—a framework that blends physical training, nervous system work, and inner transformation.This conversation opens a lot of doors… and we’re not done.We’ll be bringing Nahum back for a follow-up episode focused more deeply on the book—and we want to include your questions.💬 Call for Questions What are you curious about?After listening, what questions came up for you?We’re especially interested in exploring: What does “spiritual bodybuilding” actually look like in real life?  Where is the line between growth and pushing too hard?  How do you work with fear without overwhelming your system?  Can biohacking support healing—or can it become another form of control?  How do we integrate intense experiences (physical or spiritual) in a grounded way? Send your questions to me at thespirituallycurioustherapist.comYou can learn more about Nahum here:IG: Spiritual_Bodybuilder Youtube: Spiritual Bodybuilder Tiktok: Spiritual BodybuilderWebsite: www.optimizinghuman.comShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

What happens when we stop talking about our inner world and start stepping into it? This week, I sit down with Karen Carnabucci, LCSW-TEP, therapist, trainer, and founder of the Lancaster School of Psychodrama, to explore the transformative power of action methods in healing.Karen shares how psychodrama, sand tray, family constellations, and tarot can reach places that insight and words alone cannot. Together, we explore how the nervous system responds to enacted experience just as powerfully as real-world events, and why that matters deeply for healing.In this episode:What psychodrama actually is (and why you don't need to be an actor)The nervous system science behind "do-overs" and enacted healingHow the "knowing field" in Family Constellations connects to somatic and ancestral experienceEpigenetics and what we carry from generations before usSand tray as a gentle on-ramp to embodied workUsing tarot as a therapeutic image tool — without the fortune-tellingPractical tips for therapists wanting to introduce more body-based workResources & Links:Karen's website: realtruekaren.comKaren's trainings: https://www.realtruekaren.com/training.htmlKaren's socials: www.facebook.com/lancasterpsychodramawww.instagram.com/realtruekarenwww.threads.net/realtruekarenwww.linkedin/in/karencarnabucciwww.substack.com/@realtruekarenpsychodramacertification.org — find certified trainers nationwideShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this episode, I’m joined once again by Blakey Hastings - a mystic, yogi, and somatic practitioner whose work beautifully bridges the body, breath, and spiritual embodiment.If you heard our first conversation on craniosacral therapy, you’ll love where this one goes.Blakey shares how her work has evolved from hands-on healing into something even more empowering—helping people access their own healing through the breath.And this isn’t just about “taking a deep breath to calm down.”We explore the full spectrum of breathwork—from foundational functional breathing to expanded states of consciousness—and why building capacity, safety, and embodiment is essential for true transformation.This conversation weaves together nervous system science, somatic healing, and spiritual insight in a way that feels both grounding and expansive.We talk about: Why breath is more than a regulation tool—it’s a pathway between body, mind, and soul The difference between release vs. true transformation Why safety and embodiment are required for healing to actually integrate  What it means to trust your felt experience as your inner authority How many of us are unknowingly breathing in ways that create anxiety The power of functional breathing as a foundation for deeper healing work  Why healing doesn’t come from analyzing the story—but from allowing the body to complete what’s unfinished One of my favorite takeaways: 👉 You already have everything you need inside of you. The breath is how you access it.🌿 Work With BlakeyBlakey is offering a 4-week Functional Breathwork Course starting in May—a live, guided experience where you’ll learn: How to breathe in a way that actually supports your nervous system  The foundations of functional breathing (yes—most people are doing it wrong)  How to use your breath to shift your state—both up and down How to build the capacity needed for deeper somatic and transformational work This is not just a class—it’s a relationship with your breath.👉 Learn more + sign up: https://www.northstarsomaticarts.com/group-sessions Connect with Blakeyhttps://www.northstarsomaticarts.com/Facebook: northstarsomaticartsIG: northstarsomaticartsShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this deeply expansive and grounding conversation, I sit down with author, educator, and yoga therapist Cynthia Abulafia to explore what it truly means to come home to the heart.Cynthia’s work bridges sacred texts, embodiment practices, and the often-overlooked wisdom of the divine feminine. Her debut book, Embodying the Goddess: How to Awaken Curiosity and Reverence on the Spiritual Path, invites us to question the ways spirituality has been shaped by separation—and to rediscover a path rooted in wholeness, curiosity, and lived experience. Together, we explore: What non-duality actually means (beyond the buzzword)  Why many spiritual frameworks subtly reinforce a sense of separation and “not enoughness” The difference between being “triggered” vs. activated—and why language matters How curiosity becomes a healing force that allows us to slow down, feel, and integrate  The concept of “cleaning the instrument of the heart” as a living spiritual practice  How to recognize the difference between reverence and compulsion in our daily lives  The role of the body and the earth in reconnecting us to wholeness  Why so much of what we’re seeing right now—personally and collectively—is a breakdown of old paradigmsOne of my favorite takeaways from this conversation is Cynthia’s simple but powerful invitation:👉 “Notice what you notice.”Because when we begin there—without judgment, without rushing to fix—we open the door to something deeper: curiosity, presence, and ultimately, a return to the heart.This episode is for you if you’re: Feeling disconnected from yourself and craving a deeper sense of embodiment Curious about the intersection of spirituality, nervous system work, and healing Ready to shift from striving and fixing into listening, sensing, and allowingYou can find Cynthia's, Embodying the Goddess: How to Awaken Curiosity and Reverence on the Spiritual Path book hereConnect with CynthiaCynthiaAbulafia.com@embodyingthegoddessbook, @cynthiaabulafiayoga, (YouTube) Embodying the Goddess, (Substack) @embodyingthegoddessShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this solo episode of The Spiritually Curious Therapist, I explore one of the most important concepts in nervous system healing: the window of tolerance.  I realized it's something I don't talk about enough and with so much information circulating about nervous system regulation, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed trying to figure out what actually works. ISo in this episode, I break down what we’re really talking about when we talk about “regulating the nervous system” and why the goal isn’t to stay calm all the time, but to expand the range of experiences your system can hold.You’ll learn how the nervous system moves between activation and shutdown, why these responses are protective rather than pathological, and how small experiences of safety can gradually widen the window of tolerance over time.Drawing on Polyvagal Theory, trauma-informed somatic work, and years of clinical experience, I explain why healing isn’t about thinking your way into regulation, it’s about experience, sensation, relationship, and repetition.I also offers a simple practice you can try immediately to begin supporting your nervous system.This episode is for therapists, healers, and anyone curious about how the body and nervous system shape our emotional and physical well-being.Stay up to date on offerings by joining our newsletter hereComing Up!  Join me in a FREE 90 minute talk: What is All Of This Nervous System BS Anyway? A no-nonsense conversation about feeling good in your own skin.  Register HereWe are also launching an 8 week nervous system reset for professionals.  Learn more and register hereShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this episode of The Spiritually Curious Therapist, I sit down with therapist, coach, and researcher Micah Saviet, MSW, LCSW-C, NBC-HWC to explore the powerful intersection of nervous system regulation, Neurodivergence, trauma, and chronic illness.  Micah is a therapist and board-certified health and wellness coach who specializes in working with adults at the intersection of trauma, ADHD, and chronic illness. His integrative somatic approach draws from mindfulness, energy psychology, emotional freedom techniques (EFT), brainspotting, somatic experiencing, and parts work to support lasting healing and nervous system regulation.Micah shares his personal story of living with ADHD and navigating years of unexplained chronic illness before discovering the role of nervous system dysregulation and limbic system patterns in driving both emotional and physical symptoms. Together, we dive into why traditional top-down therapies sometimes fall short, and why body-based approaches that work directly with the nervous system can create deeper and more sustainable healing.We also explore how many neurodivergent adults spend years compensating and masking before their systems begin to break down, and how therapy can help restore regulation, self-trust, and embodied awareness. If you’re interested in the connection between the nervous system, spirituality, embodiment, and trauma healing, this episode will open up an entirely new perspective.Micah is also the co-author of the upcoming book:Flourishing with Adult ADHD: The Evidence-Based Guide to Client Wellbeing for Therapists and CoachesThe book offers a strength-based, research-informed framework to help clinicians support wellbeing, agency, and self-determination in neurodivergent adults.Connect with Micah:Webiste: www.adulttraumaandadhdsolutions.comLinkedIn: @MicahSaviet; @Adult Trauma and ADHD SolutionsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/adulttrauma_adhdsolutionsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/adulttraumaandadhdsolutions AND https://www.facebook.com/micah.saviet/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AdultTraumaandADHDSolutionsShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

For years, I’ve spoken about spirituality, nervous system regulation, somatics, Reiki, and embodiment.But I’ve never shared the story underneath all of it....because I didn't know it existed.This episode is not my credentials. It’s not my training history. It’s the lived experience that I know understand shaped everything I do and everything I teach.From being born four pounds, fifteen ounces… To proprioceptive challenges and chronic clumsiness… To finding regulation through gymnastics… To surviving placenta accreta and three months of pain absorbing what my body refused to release… To miscarriage, faith, dissociation, and coming home through movement…This is the story of how my body became, and continues to be the curriculum.If you’ve ever felt like your nervous system was working harder than everyone else’s… If you’ve understood your patterns but still felt stuck… If you’ve sensed that embodiment is the missing piece…This episode is for you.—Psychotherapeutic Reiki Fundamentals is rooted in this lived experience: the belief that when the therapist’s nervous system is regulated, the field changes. Enrollment is open.Learn more here: https://jsilverman.systeme.io/fundamentals—From Lock to Liberation isn’t something I invented. It’s the map my body has been drawing for 55 years.Thank you for listening.Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this conversation, I sit down with therapist and Ayurvedic student Kara Mifflin to explore a powerful idea:Just because something is common… doesn’t mean it’s natural.So many of us accept chronic stress, fatigue, digestive issues, anxiety, and disconnection as simply “part of life.” But what if many of the symptoms we’ve normalized are actually signs of imbalance — not our natural state?In this episode, we explore how Ayurveda, nervous system awareness, and spiritual connection can help us return to a more balanced, energized, and aligned way of living.Kara shares how small shifts — beginning with something as simple as breakfast — transformed her own health and how she now integrates Ayurvedic principles into her clinical work. Together, we talk about digestion not only as a physical process, but as our capacity to metabolize emotions, stress, and life experiences.We also explore the connection between energy, mental health, and spirituality — and how reconnecting with something greater than ourselves can support healing, safety, and meaning.This conversation is an invitation to question what we’ve been taught to accept as “normal”… and to rediscover what it means to feel truly well.✨ In this episode we explore:Why “normal” doesn’t always mean healthy or naturalAyurveda as a holistic system for balance and wellbeingDigestion as the foundation of physical and emotional healthHow undigested experiences can show up as symptomsSimple daily practices that support nervous system regulationThe role of energy and spiritual connection in healingWhy we may be meant to feel far better than we think🌿 Key takeawayWe often adapt to feeling unwell because everyone around us feels the same.But our natural state is not constant stress and depletion — it’s balance, clarity, and vitality. When we begin tending to digestion, energy, and self-connection, we don’t just manage symptoms — we start to feel how good we were always meant to feel.🔗 Connect with Kara [email protected] TodayIFS DirectoryShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this episode of The Spiritually Curious Therapist, I am joined by Juliana Sloane, a Buddhist teacher, hypnotherapist, and depth-oriented healer who blends ancient wisdom traditions with modern neuroscience and client-centered neuroplasticity.Together, we explore how altered states of consciousness, including hypnosis, shamanic journey work, and meditation, can support deep healing without overwhelming the nervous system. This conversation bridges spirituality, trauma-informed care, and practical nervous system regulation, offering a grounded alternative to “more intense” healing experiences.In this episode, we explore:Why altered states can support healing beyond talk therapyThe nervous system’s role in safety, fear, and symptom persistenceHow hypnosis and shamanic journey work differ from (and complement) psychedelic experiencesWhy bite-sized, paced healing matters for integrationHow trance states support neuroplasticity and regulationWorking with chronic pain, chronic illness, and life-altering diagnoses through relationship—not resistanceThe idea of “practical mysticism”: staying embodied while engaging expansive consciousnessHow to choose the right modality based on safety, capacity, and readinessThis episode is especially meaningful for therapists, healers, and spiritually curious humans who feel they’ve “done the work” but sense there is something deeper calling—without wanting to overwhelm their system in the process.Juliana also offers online meditation classes, in-person teaching throughout the Southwest, and seasonal retreats for those seeking deeper immersion.If healing feels overwhelming, this conversation is a reminder that safety—not intensity—is what allows transformation to last. You don’t have to force change; your nervous system already knows the way when it feels supported.🌿 Learn more about Juliana’s work: Website: https://julianasloane.comUpcoming Women's Retreat: https://offgridretreats.org/events/april2026deeprestInstagram: instagram.com/julianasloaneShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this episode of The Spiritually Curious Therapist, I sit down with fellow psychotherapist, Reiki practitioner, and holistic educator Kanjana Hartshorne for a deeply grounded and expansive conversation about what it truly means to treat the whole person in therapy.Kanjana shares her journey from cancer care and hospice work into building a somatic- and energy-informed private practice — and eventually a growing ecosystem of trainings, retreats, and clinician support spaces. Together, we explore the gap many therapists feel between traditional clinical training and the lived practices that actually sustain us as humans and healers.This conversation weaves together nervous system regulation, intuition, movement, meaning-making, neurodiversity, and the importance of practitioner embodiment — reminding us that therapy is not just something we do, but something we are.✨ In this episode, we explore:Why words alone are often not enough in trauma, grief, and chronic illness workThe importance of practitioner self-regulation and embodimentHow intuition is a developed skill, not an innate talent you either have or don’tUsing movement, yoga, and somatic awareness ethically in therapy sessionsWhy nervous system regulation does not mean being calm all the timeThe role of co-regulation — and why it can’t be replaced by self-paced programs or AIPersonalized nervous system care vs. one-size-fits-all interventionsSupporting neurodivergent nervous systems with flexibility, choice, and permissionIntegrating meaning-making, consciousness, and regulation for deeper healingHow therapists can move beyond the couch while staying ethical, grounded, and attuned🌱 About KanajanaKanjana Hartshorne is a psychotherapist, Reiki practitioner, yoga therapist, and educator who specializes in integrative, somatic, and nervous-system-informed care. She is the founder of Healing Hearts Wellness and the creator of Wander Home — offering CE trainings, retreats, and innovative tools to help clinicians work more holistically and sustainably.🔗 Connect with Kina:Practice & Therapy: HealingHeartsWellness.comTrainings, Retreats & CE Programs: WanderHomeRetreats.com (launching soon)Instagram: @healingheartswellness @wanderhome.tlcMom Rage - Jan 23rd - https://healingheartswellness.com/maternal-mental-health-training/Body Compassion Retreat - May 15-17 - https://healingheartswellness.com/the-body-compassion-project-2026-retreat/Revolutionary Practice Summit - https://counselingcomm.kartra.com/page/kanjana Self Study Courses - https://healingheartswellness.com/professionals/Interested in Psychotherapeutic Reiki Fundamentals?  More information and application can be found here.Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this episode of The Spiritually Curious Therapist, I’m joined by Lauren Messina, a board-certified classical homeopath whose mission is healing generations one family at a time.Lauren shares her deeply personal journey into homeopathy, shaped by a lifetime of chronic illness, autoimmune diagnoses, and a profound desire to approach healing differently, both for herself and for her children. What unfolds is a powerful conversation about the body’s innate intelligence, the meaning behind symptoms, and how true healing happens when we stop suppressing signals and start listening.Together, we explore how homeopathy works as a whole-person system of medicine, addressing mental, emotional, physical, and even spiritual layers of experience. Lauren explains the Law of Similars in accessible terms and describes how individualized remedies gently signal the body to restore balance—much like helping the nervous system recognize safety after long-standing misfires.From grief manifesting as physical illness, to why chronic symptoms require patience and skilled case management, this episode bridges homeopathy with nervous system regulation, trauma-informed care, and relational healing. It’s a conversation especially resonant for therapists, healers, and anyone curious about approaches that honor the body’s wisdom rather than override it.In this episode, we explore:What homeopathy is—and what it isn’tWhy symptoms are messengers, not enemiesHow chronic illness reflects imbalance rather than failureThe role of safety, regulation, and collaboration in healingWhy individualized care matters (and protocol approaches often miss the mark)How homeopathy complements psychotherapy and nervous-system-based workThe spiritual and generational ripple effects of true healingLauren also shares insights into her clinical process, the importance of patience in chronic healing, and why homeopathy often finds people exactly when they’re ready.🔗 Connect with LaurenTo learn more or schedule a discovery call, visit: https://www.heirloomministries.orgShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this deeply poetic conversation, I sit down with writer, photographer, and intuitive storyteller April Isaacs, creator of Power Story Tarot Readings and author of The Ecstatic Wanderer. From years spent living nomadically in her van “Firefly” to discovering myth as a mirror for the soul, April shares how story, tarot, and wilderness have become her way of helping others reclaim their personal power.Together, Jodi and April explore:TThe difference between being “read to” and being witnessed and why the latter transforms.The origin of Power Story Readings and how mythic archetypes can awaken inner guidance.Why seeking curiosity instead of certainty can regulate the nervous system and create safety for the soul to remember.How storytelling in community (like Way of Council circles) restores collective regulation and belonging.Practices for tuning in to your body’s stories through myth, dreams, and ritual.April reminds us that story is medicine, and being witnessed is sacred. Whether through tarot, myth, or dream, each of us holds a story that wants to be remembered, one that can lead us home to ourselves.Connect with April Isaacs: 🌐 ecstaticwanderer.com 📰 The Ecstatic Wanderer SubstackShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

What happens when the healer becomes the one who needs healing?In this moving and illuminating conversation, I sit down with Amy Marohn, a spiritual hypnotherapist, channel, and former rehabilitation professional whose own “mystery illness” and near-death experience became the catalyst for her soul’s unfolding.Amy shares how years of chronic illness, medical dismissal, and despair led her to a life-changing moment of surrender and how that surrender opened the door to spiritual guidance, intuitive awakening, and a completely new way of understanding healing.Together we explore:The sacred turning points that awaken healers to their deeper purposeHow chronic illness and loss of control can become spiritual initiationsWhy the most powerful medicine we offer clients is our authentic presenceHow to release the chase for “more certifications” and trust your own inner guidancePractices to attune your frequency, clear your channel, and remember the healer withinThis episode is a heartfelt invitation for therapists, healers, and helpers to slow down, listen inwardly, and rediscover the quiet frequency of authenticity that allows true healing to unfold, both for ourselves and for those we serve.Resources MentionedAmy Marohn’s book: Whispers Beyond the Veil: Channeled Teachings Inspired by the Spirit WorldAmy Marohn's Website: sensoriumhypnosis.comYou can follow Amy on her socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amymarohn.spiritualhypnosis/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmyMarohnSpiritualHypnosis#YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@amythehypnotist-HigherSelfHelpShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this inspiring conversation, I sit down with Tammy Waldron, founder of Towanda Wellbeing and the RISE Intuitive Healing Arts Center. Tammy shares her powerful story of being adopted at five days old, the lifelong impact of her primal wound, and how energy healing opened the doorway to deep transformation as it touched places that traditional talk therapy could not.Together, we explore:The hidden wounds of adoption and intergenerational trauma.Why traditional “mindset work” can’t fully resolve survival responses.The transformative potential of Theta Healing, Silent Counseling, and other spirit-led practices.How therapists and healers can prevent burnout by learning to regulate their own systems.The role of intuition as a precision clinical tool for therapists and practitioners.The power of presence, playfulness, and holding life’s challenges lightly.Tammy also previews her upcoming presentation at the 2025 IFS Institute Conference on integrating Theta Healing with IFS, and she offers listeners a free gift to begin practicing nervous system regulation today.Learn more and connect with Tammy at towandawellbeing.comShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this episode of The Spiritually Curious Therapist, I sit down with Dr. Nadine Macaluso (“Dr. Nae”)—therapist, author, and survivor—to explore the complex reality of trauma bonds and the pathways to healing. Drawing on her personal story and professional expertise in somatic psychotherapy, Dr. Nae reveals how trauma bonds erode identity, how spirituality and surrender open the door to freedom, and why holistic practices like vagal toning, meditation, and ritual support nervous system repair.Together, we discuss:The hidden power dynamics and intermittent reinforcement at the heart of trauma bonds.How survivors can reconnect with their authentic selves through body-based and spiritual practices.The role of surrender, meaning-making, and community in the healing process.Practical tools—from vagus nerve toning to ritual practices—that support nervous system regulation.Why resilience cannot be built in isolation and the importance of safe, supportive community.This conversation is a must-listen for therapists, healers, and anyone seeking holistic pathways out of relational trauma and toward liberation of the soul.You can find Dr. Nae at the following socials:Instagram: @therealdrnadineTikTok: @drnaelmftFacebook: @drnaelmftX: @therealdrnadinePinterest: @DrNadineMacalusoLinkedin: Dr. Nadine (Dr. Nae) MacalusoYoutube: @TheRealDrNadineWebsite: https://drnae.com/Learn more about the Survthriver community herePurchase Dr. Nae's book,  Run Like HellShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this episode of The Spiritually Curious Therapist, I sit down with the inspiring LeNaya Smith Crawford, licensed therapist, holistic educator, business mentor, sound healer, and founder of the Holistic Therapist Academy.LeNaya shares her journey of weaving together clinical expertise, ancestral wisdom, and somatic/spiritual practices to create a truly holistic approach to mental health. From navigating the pressure of “staying in your lane” to reclaiming authenticity in the therapy room, she offers both practical insights and soulful reminders for therapists and healers.Together, we explore:Why authenticity is non-negotiable in healing workHow to ethically and confidently integrate holistic modalities into clinical practiceThe impact of colonization and code-switching on self-expression and burnoutTrauma-informed facilitation and the importance of autonomy and safetyThe role of community healing alongside individual therapyThe vision behind the Holistic Therapist Academy and the upcoming Holistic Therapist ConferenceWhether you’re a therapist, healer, or seeker, this conversation will expand your perspective on what it means to show up fully—and walk into every room like you were sent there.Connect with LeNaya Smith Crawford:Holistic Therapist Academy Info Session: https://lenaya-crawford.mykajabi.com/holistic-therapist-academy-info-sessionLeNaya’s General Website: https://www.lenayasmithcrawford.com/Holistic Therapist Conference 2025: https://lenaya-crawford.mykajabi.com/holistic-therapist-conference-2025The Healers’ Bali Retreat: https://www.lenayasmithcrawford.com/thehealersretreatFollow LeNaya on SocialsTikTok @lenayascrawford, Instagram @lenayascrawfordShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this expansive and heartfelt episode of The Spiritually Curious Therapist, I sit down with Joseph Drumheller, clinical hypnotherapist, spiritual teacher, and founder of JDH Academy. With over 30 years of experience and a rich personal journey through mystical awakening, Joseph invites us into the deeper terrain of healing where talk therapy meets quantum energy and soul-level transformation.Together, we explore:How hypnotherapy can uncover and release subconscious emotional imprintsThe therapist’s role in holding space when clients experience unexpected shiftsWhat it means to facilitate healing without “fixing”How unprocessed emotion creates repeating patterns—and how to move through themJoseph’s global silent meditation group and spontaneous experience with new energy transmissionNature as co-regulator, healer, and guideThe four spiritual pillars that raise personal vibration: compassion, self-acceptance, forgiveness, and gratitudeNavigating spiritual awakening without bypassing the pain that can come with itThis conversation is a deep affirmation for therapists, healers, and seekers who feel called to hold space for more than words—for energy, awakening, and the soulful unknown.✨ Learn more about Joseph and his offerings and to sign up for his weekly meditations: https://jdhacademy.orgShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

What happens when a seasoned therapist reaches the edge of burnout—and instead of quitting, answers the call of his soul?In this deeply heartfelt episode of The Spiritually Curious Therapist, I sit down with Chris Hancock, LCSW, to explore his powerful journey from conventional talk therapy to a transformative practice grounded in mysticism, divine partnership, and transpersonal IFS.Chris shares:His dark night of the soul and how surrender led to profound spiritual awakeningHow he co-created Multidimensional Divine Light Transmission (MDLT) and Transpersonal IFSHis sacred partnership with Mother Mary and other divine beingsHow he integrates spirit-led guidance with IFS to support deep inner healingThe daily practices and discernment that help him stay grounded and ethical in this workReflections on collective transformation, post-pandemic shifts, and why now is the time to lead with our wholenessThis is a must-listen for therapists, healers, and seekers feeling the nudge to do things differently. Whether you’re standing at your own edge or just curious about soul-aligned therapy, Chris’s wisdom will meet you where you are—with reverence, humor, and the gentlest invitation to come home to yourself.Connect with Chris HancockWebsite: therapyoutsidethebox.com Instagram: @therapyoutsidetheboxShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this episode of The Spiritually Curious Therapist, I’m joined once again by the wise and compassionate Ayla Ault for part two of our conversation on supporting neurodivergent clients—particularly those who are late-diagnosed and high-masking.Together, we explore the healing potential of weaving clinical skill with intuitive, holistic presence. We talk about the deeply personal ways neurodivergent individuals experience the world, through unique communication styles, sensory sensitivities, and inner landscapes that are often overlooked or misunderstood.We also explore how special interests and affirming communities—like Dungeons & Dragons, BDSM, and spiritual groups can become vital sources of safety, identity, and belonging.This conversation is a heartfelt invitation to meet neurodivergent clients with attuned curiosity, softness, and deep respect so they can feel truly seen, honored, and supported on their healing journey.You can learn more about Ayla here:www.aultholistictherapy.com@aultholistictherapy (IG, Youtube)Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this soulful episode of The Spiritually Curious Therapist, I’m joined by the wise and grounded Paula Scatoloni, a teacher of Somatics, Psychology, Spirituality, and Sound, with over two decades of experience integrating modern science and ancient wisdom into transformational healing practices. Together we dive into the beautiful intersection of body, sound, and spirit.Paula shares her journey weaving somatic psychology, spirituality, and sound into a deeply integrative healing approach. We explore her work with Somatic Experiencing, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and sound-based tools like the Safe and Sound Protocol—highlighting how frequency, resonance, and rhythm can help us connect with the deeper layers of the nervous system and the soul.This conversation is a gentle reminder that healing isn’t just cognitive, it’s energetic, embodied, and relational. We talk about the importance of therapists doing their own inner work and how sound can be a bridge into greater regulation, coherence, and transformation.Whether you're a therapist, a healer, or someone walking your own path of recovery, this episode invites you to slow down, listen deeply, and remember the wisdom your body already holds.You can find Paula at the following links:www.paulascatoloni.com instagram @paulascatolinifacebook is Paula Scatoloni, Transformative Harmonics You Tube podcast is Transformative Harmonics® or can find us on Apply, Spotify, or I-Heart RadioShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

We’re kicking off Season 3 with an episode that’s as insightful as it is soul-stirring. I’m joined by Ayla Ault, a licensed clinical social worker and marriage and family therapist who specializes in working with neurodivergent clients — especially late-diagnosed ADHDers and Autists.Ayla brings a powerful blend of clinical wisdom and intuitive insight, weaving together polyvagal theory, attachment-based practices, somatics, Reiki, and intuitive readings to support healing on every level.Together, we explore how neurodivergent folks often carry a deep intuitive sensitivity — and why learning to ground that energy is essential for discerning intuition from anxiety.This conversation is a rich dive into the ways holistic and spiritual practices can regulate, nourish, and empower neurodivergent nervous systems — and how we, as therapists and healers, can show up more consciously and creatively for our clients.✨ Whether you're a practitioner or just wildly curious, this episode is full of gems you won't want to miss.You can learn more about Ayla here:www.aultholistictherapy.com@aultholistictherapy (IG, Youtube)Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

Welcome back to The Spiritually Curious Therapist! In today’s deeply enriching episode, I’m joined by my dear friend and colleague, Elizabeth “Liz” Hides, as we dive into the heart of Psychotherapeutic Reiki—what it is, how it's evolving, and why it's transforming psychotherapy practices across the field.Liz and I have been on a shared journey for the past several years, integrating Reiki with clinical psychotherapy and co-creating training experiences for therapists looking to ethically and confidently bring energy healing into their work. In this episode, we reflect on:🌿 How we moved beyond the Reiki table and into an embodied, integrative therapeutic presence🌀 The powerful impact of using Reiki to support clients navigating grief, loss, trauma, and emotional healing💡 Why embodied presence and personal energetic practices are foundational to this work🧭 How to ethically and practically bring Reiki into your therapy room—yes, even if you’ve struggled with the "how" before🛠️ What distinguishes Reiki-assisted psychotherapy from community Reiki, and how we help clinicians stay aligned with their boards🔍 Why the Psychotherapeutic Reiki Foundations Course is the course we wish we had when we were starting outWe also break down the differences between Reiki-assisted psychotherapy (our umbrella term) and Psychotherapeutic Reiki (based on Dr. Richard Curtin’s protocol)—and how we use both to hold space for profound healing, spiritual alignment, and nervous system safety in clinical settings.✨ Whether you're Reiki-attuned and unsure how to integrate it into your clinical work, or a seasoned practitioner ready to deepen your impact, this conversation will inspire and inform.👥 Ready to Join Us? Our next Foundations Cohort begins Fall 2025, and we’re also developing an asynchronous option for more flexibility. To learn more and apply, visit the link below.🔗 Click here to learn more and apply for the Foundations Course (Must be Level 2 Reiki attuned and either licensed as a mental health professional or working in a clinical setting.)Click here for Elizabeth (Liz) Hides Join our Facebook Community HereShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this episode of the Spiritually Curious Therapist podcast, I interview Carol Ann Brayley, MSW, RSW, SEP, an internationally recognized expert in delivering the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) and Rest and Restore Protocol (RRP). Carol Ann discusses her extensive background in trauma work, the transformative power of somatically-oriented therapies, and her journey with SSP and RRP. We explore the integration of these protocols into therapeutic practice, the role of intuition, and the profound shifts that can occur through deep listening and physiological regulation. We also touch on Carol Ann's unique experiences using these approaches with pets, highlighting the universal applicability and effectiveness of SSP and RRP across different beings.For more information about Carol Ann and her offerings visit her website and instagram below.sspyoda.com Instagram: @SSPYoda Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this final episode of a 4 part series I discuss the journey of healing from relational trauma and rebuilding self-trust. I highlight the invisible wounds of emotional neglect and soul fragmentation, explain how trauma affects self-trust, and offers practical steps to reconnect with lost parts of oneself. Through body awareness, questioning the origin of self-doubt, creating a trust timeline, and using heart-focused breathing techniques, listeners are guided towards reestablishing an inner sense of trust and compassion. The episode is the final part of a four-part series, aimed at deepening the listener's inner companionship with their true self and providing practical tools for relational trauma recovery.💫 Ready to deepen your healing journey? Join the waitlist for my upcoming mini-course, Healing Relational Trauma with Heartmath : https://journey-with-kindred-souls.kit.com/1aad607d92🔗 Links & Resources:Waitlist: https://journey-with-kindred-souls.kit.com/1aad607d92Connect on IG: @HolisticHeartHealingLearn more at: therachihealing.com and journeywithkindredsouls.comWant to learn more about Trauma Bonds?  Check out this blog post.Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this episode of the Spiritually Curious Therapist, I welcomesHeather Corbet, spiritual advisor, Reiki teacher, brainspotting consultant, and occupational therapist. Heather shares her journey of integrating spirituality and clinical practice, discussing the profound impact of brainspotting—a therapeutic technique that emphasizes where you look affects how you feel. Heather elaborates on the synergy between brainspotting and Reiki, the importance of intuition in therapy, and how these practices elevate the healing process. The conversation delves into the scientific and spiritual aspects of brainspotting, collective consciousness, and how aligning with one's spiritual gifts can bring deeper meaning to life and therapy.For more information about Heather and her amazing offerings visit:websites:heathercorbetspiritualadvisor.comheathercorbet.comsocial media:All of Heather's social media can be found hereEmail:[email protected] what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

Welcome back to Heart and Soul Recovery: Healing Relational Trauma from Within.In Episode 3, we step beyond the psychological and into the energetic and spiritual layers of trauma recovery. Because healing relational trauma isn’t just about understanding—it’s about reconnecting with the parts of yourself that had to go into hiding to survive.✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:How relational trauma fragments our energy and spirit—not just our mindWhy emotional disconnection, numbness, or feeling “not like yourself” are signs of survival, not failureWhat soul fragmentation is—and why calling back your lost parts is essential for true healingHow practices like Reiki, HeartMath, intuitive movement, and sacred rituals can support nervous system regulation and soul reconnectionHealing is not about fixing. It’s about remembering. It’s about reweaving the threads of your heart, body, energy, and soul into wholeness.💫 Ready to deepen your healing journey? Join the waitlist for my upcoming mini-course, Heart and Soul Recovery: Healing Relational Trauma from Within here: https://journey-with-kindred-souls.kit.com/1aad607d92🔗 Links & Resources:Waitlist: https://journey-with-kindred-souls.kit.com/1aad607d92Connect on IG: @HolisticHeartHealingLearn more at: therachihealing.com and journeywithkindredsouls.comWant to learn more about Trauma Bonds?  Check out this blog post.Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In Episode 2 of Heart and Soul Recovery: Healing Relational Trauma from Within, we go deeper into the emotional terrain of relational trauma.This episode is about compassionate understanding—for the parts of you that had to survive in emotionally unsafe environments. We’ll explore how deeply relational trauma shapes our identity and nervous system, and how we adapt in ways that are wise, even when they later become painful.✨ You’ll hear:How emotional inconsistency and betrayal create nervous system chaosThe overlooked pain of emotional neglect and the patterns it breedsWhy your coping strategies are signs of your strength—not your flaws💫 This is not about fixing yourself. It’s about remembering who you were before the hurt—and reclaiming your way home.👉 Ready to go deeper? Join the waitlist for my upcoming course, Heart and Soul Recovery: Healing Relational Trauma from Within https://journey-with-kindred-souls.kit.com/1aad607d92🔗 Links & Resources:Waitlist: https://journey-with-kindred-souls.kit.com/1aad607d92Connect on IG: @HolisticHeartHealingLearn more at: therachihealing.com and journeywithkindredsouls.comWant to learn more about Trauma Bonds?  Check out this blog post.Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

Welcome to a brand-new solo series: Heart and Soul Recovery: Healing Relational Trauma from Within.In this 4-part journey, I’ll walk you through the deeper layers of healing relational trauma—not just from a psychological lens, but from a spiritual and nervous system-informed perspective. Together, we’ll explore how healing happens when we reconnect with the body, regulate the nervous system, and remember who we truly are beneath the pain.In this first episode, I share what makes relational trauma unique—and why it can be so hard to identify and walk away from. Unlike single-event trauma, relational trauma is often subtle, repeated, and rooted in the people we trusted most. Whether it’s emotional neglect, betrayal, or abuse, these wounds run deep—and they often fracture our connection with ourselves.But this isn’t just about what's broken. It's about what’s waiting to be reclaimed.You’ll hear:The difference between relational trauma and other forms of traumaHow betrayal, neglect, and emotional abuse impact your sense of selfWhy trauma healing is not about fixing or controlling others but a journey back to your true selfThe concept of trauma bonds and betrayal blindness and why they keep us stuck✨ Plus, I’ll guide you through a gentle practice to set the foundation of reconnection with your best friend and trusted guide - Your own Heart.💫 Want to go deeper? Join the waitlist for my upcoming mini-course: Heart and Soul Recovery: Healing Relational Trauma from Within Get exclusive early access, bonuses, and support at https://journey-with-kindred-souls.kit.com/1aad607d92🌀 Resources & Links:Join the waitlist: https://journey-with-kindred-souls.kit.com/1aad607d92Connect on Instagram: @HolisticHeartHealingLearn more about Reiki-assisted psychotherapy + courses: journeywithkindredsouls.comMore information about the ACEs Study💖 If this episode spoke to your heart, I’d love for you to share it with someone who might need it. And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss the rest of the series.Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this episode of the Spiritually Curious Therapist podcast, I chat with Erin Diedling, a clinical psychotherapist specializing in somatic experiencing for trauma repair. We discuss Erin’s background in spirituality, psychic gifts, and her passion for healing developmental trauma and attachment issues. The episode delves into the integration of psychic work, including clairvoyance and past lives, and how spiritual gifts are emerging and becoming more acceptable among clinicians. We explore the importance of bringing light to darkness in therapy and the role of regulated nervous systems in healing. Erin also shares her experiences working in an integrated medical setting and offers insights on how therapists can cultivate and manage their spiritual gifts.You can find Erin at the following links:www.ErinDiedling.com https://www.youtube.com/@erindiedling2295 Instagram @CrossTownPsychic00:00 Introduction to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast01:07 Meet Erin Diedling: Clinical Psychotherapist and Spiritual Guide02:45 Erin's Early Spiritual Experiences07:05 Integrating Spiritual Gifts in Therapy10:54 Challenges and Insights in Trauma Work20:09 The Role of Family and Ancestral Helpers23:08 Exploring Past and Future Lives23:57 Exploring Past, Present, and Future Lives26:05 The Role of Healers and Clinicians28:28 Integrating Past Lives in Therapy34:54 Energy Work in Clinical Practice41:28 Guidance for Therapists Cultivating Their Gifts46:28 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this episode of the Spiritually Curious Therapist podcast, I welcomes Ann Russo, a therapist and thought leader specializing in healing religious trauma, sexual empowerment, ethical non-monogamy, and queer identity. Anne shares her unique journey from growing up in a non-traditional household to becoming an advocate and healer. We discuss the importance of understanding and integrating spirituality into therapeutic practices, navigating high control religious environments, and facilitating sexual empowerment. Anne also introduces her upcoming book and the Religious Trauma Treatment Model (RTTM), emphasizing the significance of identity reconstruction, self-trust, and emotional regulation. The conversation delves into how therapists can provide culturally competent care, address biases, and uphold ethical standards while working with marginalized communities. Anne offers insights into the concept of 'enthusiastic consent' and the complexities involved in ethical non-monogamy. The episode highlights the need for holistic approaches in mental health that consider the spiritual and religious backgrounds of clients.00:00 Introduction to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast01:01 Meet Anne Russo: Advocate and Thought Leader02:29 Anne's Unique Upbringing and Early Experiences03:57 Exploring Religion and Sexual Orientation04:53 Academic Pursuits and Spiritual Awakening11:08 Integrating Spirituality into Therapy14:25 Navigating Religion and Spirituality in Therapy16:49 Judaism and Personal Spiritual Practices21:33 The Religious Trauma Treatment Model22:39 Discovering a New Treatment Model23:07 Identity Reconstruction and Emotional Regulation24:00 Addressing Religious Trauma24:41 The Importance of Intake Questions25:36 High Control Religious Environments26:36 Integration vs. Moving Away27:30 Sexual Empowerment and Religious Beliefs31:04 Ethical Non-Monogamy33:24 Enthusiastic Consent37:06 Building Self-Worth and Personal Insight39:23 Conclusion and ResourcesYou can find Ann Russo at the following links:http://www.annrusso.orghttps://www.amrtherapy.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/annrussolcsw/ https://www.youtube.com/@annrussolcsw The course referenced in the podcast can be found at  https://coursesempower.annrusso.org/Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this episode, my sister, Lisa Mesecar, OTR, and I explore the Telepathy Tapes Podcast and the powerful messages it carries. We discuss the profound impact of these tapes on conscious connection, intuition, and the ways they challenge our understanding of communication. Most importantly, we dive into the urgent call to action from the children—voices that remind us of our role in shaping a more compassionate and awakened world.  We discuss in depth the importance of presumed competence and the power of choosing to believe in things we don't understand. This conversation is both thought-provoking and deeply moving, inviting listeners to tune into higher awareness and respond to the wisdom coming through. Join us for a journey into telepathy, transformation, and the messages we can’t afford to ignore.Lisa can be contacted at [email protected] the telepathy tapes here.4oShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this special Reiki-infused HeartMath experience, we explore how to bring the heart, mind, and nervous system into coherence using a blend of HeartMath techniques, Reiki energy healing, and somatic awareness.Discover how to:✨ Shift from stress to coherence using simple, science-backed HeartMath techniques✨ Understand the nervous system through a Polyvagal lens and how coherence affects emotional regulation✨ Experience Reiki-infused coherence activations, helping you feel grounded, present, and heart-centered✨ Engage in an interactive energy experiment to sense the difference between dysregulation and coherenceThrough guided breathwork, Reiki energy transmission, and heart-focused practices, this session helps you feel what true coherence is like—a state of ease, connection, and flow.🔗 Watch the related YouTube video here: https://youtu.be/pC7cPpvsMns🔗 Learn more about my work: www.therachihealing.com                                                         www.journeywithkindredsouls.com💫 If this experience resonated with you, share it with someone who could use a moment of heart-centered healing!Share what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this episode of The Spiritually Curious Therapist, I sit down with Ruchika Mehta, a psychospiritual teacher and seasoned psychotherapist, to explore the intersection of psychology, spirituality, and embodied healing.Ruchika shares her transformational journey—from software engineering to transpersonal psychology—and how she integrates Diamond Logos Teachings, body-based practices, and spiritual wisdom to guide others toward deep healing and self-discovery.✨ What we explore in this episode:🔹 How spiritual bypassing can prevent true healing🔹 The role of Diamond Logos Teachings in bridging psychology and spirituality🔹 How dissociation can be a sign of seeking rest—and how to find true nourishment instead🔹 Why presence and embodiment are essential for healing🔹 Reconnecting with our inner essence beyond ego structuresWhether you're a therapist, healer, or seeker, this conversation will deepen your understanding of what it means to heal holistically—mind, body, and soul.You can find Ruchika at the following links:Www.ruchikamehta.com www.linkedin.com/in/ruchikamehtaShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast

In this episode, I'm joined by Lindsey Teuteberg, MMT, MT-BC, WMTR a board certified music therapist and practicing green witch, for a fascinating conversation about the intersection of music therapy, witchcraft, and the power of transmutation for healing.  Lindsey shares how both practices- seemingly different on the surface - are deeply connected through their ability to transform energy and facilitate healing.Connect with Lindsey:Website: resonancemusictherapyllc.com Instagram: @resonance_mtShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast