The Acorn - Oak and Stream Therapy Podcast

In this episode, I will be talking about why 'It's time to take a rest!'The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the lifelong learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode, you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, I will be talking about 'If You Procrastinate, This Might Be Why!'The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/⁠⁠⁠

In this episode I will be talking about 'Self-Compassion vs. Self-Improvement' and whether you need both.The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/⁠⁠⁠

In this episode I will some postive self-talk with you. Listen to it anytime you want to boost your confidence and emotional well-being.The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, I will be giving you four easy hacks to help regulate your nervous system using the acronym H.A.L.T.The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠*Disclaimer: The content on this podcast is for information purposes only. Please consult a mental health professional with any specific questions.

The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help, improving their mindset, and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long. However, the interview episodes are longer. I want you to remember to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. You can check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠In this episode I am interviewing Melissa Johari, a psychotherapist from Ontario, Canada who specializes in helping couples strengthen their friendship, improve their communication, and manage conflict.Melissa is the Founder and Clinic Director of The Couple Wellness Experts. Melissa is a Registered Social Worker who has been in the field for over 20 years. She is a Certified Gottman Therapist and works with couples, supervises practitioners, and facilitates workshops. She also runs ‘7 Principles for Making Marriage Work" all inclusive weekend retreats, and these retreats help couples to build healthy and fulfilling relationships.You can find out more about Melissa at: https://thecouplewellnessexperts.com

The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help, improving their mindset, and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long. However, the interview episodes are longer. I want you to remember to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. You can check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠In this episode I am interviewing Felicia Fischhoff, a psychotherapist from Ontario, Canada who specializes in treating racial trauma.Felicia is a Registered Psychotherapist and the founder and practice owner of Rooted in Resilience Psychotherapy & Wellness, a growing Ontario-based practice dedicated to creating safe, affirming space for Racialized and marginalized communities to heal and thrive. She focuses on treating trauma, racial trauma, PTSD, family dynamics, and relationship challenges. And her work is rooted in culturally responsive and trauma-informed care, honouring the unique experiences of each client.Felicia has a decade of experience in nonprofit, and co-founded a charitable organization supporting survivors of sex trafficking. Her passion lies in empowering individuals and communities to reconnect with their strength, break cycles of pain, and build lives rooted in resilience. She’s also a devoted mom to two wonderful boys. You can find out more about Felicia at: www.rootedinresilience.ca

In this episode I will share a mindful breathing exercise. Listen to it anytime you want to refocus back to the present moment. The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, I will be giving you five easy hacks on how to reset your Vagus Nerve. The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/⁠⁠⁠ *Disclaimer: The content on this podcast is for information purposes only. Please consult a mental health professional with any specific questions.

The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help, improving their mindset, and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long. However, the interview episodes are a bit longer. I want you to remember to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. You can check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this episode I am interviewing Mya Moran, a psychotherapist from Ontario, Canada who specializes in chronic illness and perinatal mental health. Mya is a Registered Psychotherapist and the founder of Mindful Steps Therapy. Her journey to therapy has been shaped by over a decade in healthcare, which informs her client-centered approach. She believes in honoring each person’s unique path and supporting their authentic self through compassionate, non-judgmental care. In practice she supports clients navigating challenges like chronic pain and illnesses, trauma, perinatal mental health, grief and loss, anxiety related disorders, relational issues, professionals in high-performance and stress jobs, family conflict and big life transitions, co-creating a safe space for self-exploration and personal growth. Mya has focused her professional development and ongoing training in somatic therapy, IFS, ACT, and family systems. And she is in the final phase of her certification, ready to sit for the exam for Perinatal Mental Health through the Postpartum Support International. You can find out more about Mya at https://mindfulstepstherapy.ca/

In this episode we will be talking about the Importance of Gratitude. I'll be giving you some easy tips on how to get into the habit of practicing gratitude daily. The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/⁠⁠ *Disclaimer: The content on this podcast is for information purposes only. Please consult a mental health professional with any specific questions.

In this episode we will explore three helpful back to school tips. We will touch on topics about routines, safety, and personal growth. The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/⁠ *Disclaimer: The content on this podcast is for information purposes only. Please consult a mental health professional with any specific questions.

In this episode we will explore Intergenerational trauma which is also known as known as multigenerational trauma or trans-generational trauma. We will explore how it's passed on, and what it looks like to be a cycle breaker. The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/

In this episode I’ll be sharing a guided meditation called, "A Compassionate Hand". This was adapted from The Reality Slap, by Dr. Russ Harris. The music I will play under this meditation will be using bilateral stimulation which will activate both hemispheres of your brain. Be sure to put on your headphones or pop in your earbuds so you can optimize the experience.   The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/

In this episode we will explore Brainspotting (BSP), which is a therapeutic modality. Brainspotting is an evidence-based therapeutic modality that uses eye positions or “brainspots” to help clients process trauma. The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/

In this episode we will explore Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which is a therapeutic modality. CBT is an evidence-based therapeutic modality that looks at your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/

In this episode we will explore Internal Family Systems or (IFS), which is a therapeutic modality. IFS is a non-pathologizing approach to therapy which asserts that there are no bad parts, only parts forced into bad roles. The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/

In this episode we will explore the importance of Attachment - part 2. We'll explore the elements that make up an avoidant attachment style, a disorganized attachment style, and an earned secure attachment style. The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com/

In this episode we will explore the importance of Attachment. We'll explore the elements that make up both a secure attachment style and an anxious attachment style. The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠oakandstreamtherapy.com⁠⁠⁠

The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help, improving their mindset, and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long. However, the interview episodes are a bit longer. I want you to remember to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. You can check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this episode I am interviewing Shanique Victoria Edwards on the topic of Black mental health in Canada. Shanique Victoria Edwards is a psychotherapist in Ontario, Canada. A Knowledge Translation Specialist with the Cundill Centre for Child and Youth Depression (CAMH). A mental health consultant with Black Mental Health Canada, and a public speaker. She also serves on the steering committee for The Health Research Council for People of African Descent. Her areas of research focus on racial trauma and mental health resilience. Shanique is a passionate advocate for the diverse and unique mental health needs of BIPOC individuals.  You can find out more about her at ⁠https://www.shaniquevictoria.com/

In this episode we will explore a bit about ACEs, which stands for Adverse Childhood Experiences. We'll explore some examples of ACEs, we'll look at how your ACE score can impact your health, and if you'd like to you can do a quiz to figure out your ACE score. The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠oakandstreamtherapy.com⁠⁠

The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help, improving their mindset, and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long. However, the interview episodes are a bit longer. I want you to remember to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. You can check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://oakandstreamtherapy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this episode I am interviewing Michael Fischhoff, a psychotherapist from Ontario, Canada who trains other therapists about suicide ideation. Mike has a passion for social justice, mental wellness, and self-care. He draws upon his 12 years of working with people with trauma and is an educator within the mental health and addictions field to provide evidence-based treatments tailored to meet client and group needs. He has more than 15 years of experience working with children, youth, and their families through complex situations and scenarios. In response to a conversation with a survivor of sex trafficking, in 2009, Mike started a work to help those caught in sex trafficking called Fight4Freedom. Through working with a team of dedicated staff and volunteers, they hope to identify and give support to individuals impacted by the sex industry and trafficking.   You can find out more about him at www.onthejourney.life

In this episode I will share a simple relaxation and affirmation meditation. Listen to it anytime you want to let go of the stress and receive light, warmth, peace, and some words of affirmation. The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, although this one is a bit longer. At the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠oakandstreamtherapy.com⁠⁠

In this episode I will share 3 Tips for Surviving the Holidays. For some people the holidays are a time of excitement and fun, but for others it can be a time filled with triggers, anxiety, stress, and sadness. These 3 tips may help you not just survive the holidays but thrive over the holiday season. The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠⁠oakandstreamtherapy.com⁠⁠

In this episode we will explore a bit about EMDR, which stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is a therapeutic modality that helps people process traumatic experiences using specific eye movements.  The Acorn is the podcast at ⁠Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic⁠. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are around 3-5 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠⁠oakandstreamtherapy.com⁠

Learning about trauma can be quite insightful. In this podcast episode, you will discover the difference between little “t” trauma and big “T” trauma, some symptoms of trauma, and a few effective modalities to help treat trauma. The Acorn is the podcast at Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are around 3-5 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: ⁠oakandstreamtherapy.com⁠

Knowing a bit about your Window of Tolerance can be really helpful when learning to self-regulate. In this podcast episode, you will discover some key ways to move into your optimal zone where you can think more clearly, communicate more effectively, and connect in healthy ways with others.  The Acorn is the podcast at Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal. Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at: oakandstreamtherapy.com

Finding the right therapist for you or a loved one can sometimes be challenging. In this podcast episode, you will discover three simple steps that may help you in discerning how to find a therapist that could be a good fit for you. The Acorn is the podcast at Oak & Stream Therapy clinic. This podcast is for the life-long learner who is interested in self-help and personal growth. Most episodes are under 10 minutes long, and at the end of each episode you will be reminded to pause, breathe, hope, and heal.  Check out more podcast episodes and blog posts at Oak & Stream Psychotherapy Clinic. Reside in Ontario, Canada and looking for a therapist? Hop over to book a free 20-minute consultation with Charlene and see if you’re a good therapeutic fit. All of this is can be done at: http://oakandstreamtherapy.com

Welcome! Curious about therapy? Consider yourself a life-long learner? Then, check out this episode because this podcast might be just for you.