Empowered Through Compassion

Therapy Wisdom through DBT: Castlebrook’s Kerrie Toole

In this episode, I am speaking with Executive Director of Castlebrook Counseling Center (and my boss) Kerrie Toole about her journey in DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy). Although this is not specifically IFS or EMDR, there is a lot of convergence between all of these models. Truth is truth, whatever names or models we use to understand it! I hope you enjoy this first Episode of 2024 as much as I do!

IFS Through Awakening The Hippocampus: My Consultant Bruce Hersey

This episode was a special treat to make. I was given a chance to interview my consultant Bruce Hersey, the founder and creator of Syzygy. At the Syzygy Institute, Bruce (and other carefully selected professionals who have been trained in EMDR, IFS, and his model) teach "IFS informed EMDR." What is special about Bruce Hersey? Come along with me on this interview, to hear some of his wisdom. He was a pleasure to speak with!  

Finding the Way Through What’s In the Way: Getting Unstuck with Beau Laviolette

Welcome to another wonderful episode. I had the pleasure of speaking with Beau Laviolette. He is a highly recommended EMDR/ IFS consultant and trainer. He leads classes at the Syzygy Institute, where teaches "IFS Informed EMDR." As you can hear in this episode, he has lots to share when it comes to how these two models fit together to support healing!  

IFS Through Inner Wisdom: Talking IFS With Tisha Shull

Today I had the oportunity to speak with Tisha Shull, a co-host on the successful Podcast "IFS-Talks." We discuss some of her interests, which span from the incredible heights of rock climbing to the inner depths of past life exploration. I hope you find this conversation as fascinating and helpful as I did! 

IFS Through Mindfulness: Having A Self-Led Intention With Justin Wilford

I am speaking with my IFS colleague and classmate Dr. Justin Wilford, who is the Co-Founder and Director of Programs at the Yes Collective and the Co-Founder and Director of research and Wellness Programs of the MaxLove Poject. Through our mutual appreciation of the IFS model, we explore how this model has allowed both of us to be more mindful of ourselves, and the universe within. 

Working with OCD Through EMDR and IFS: Amanda Steed

A beautiful conversation with Amanda Steed, where we were able to speak about her journey into EMDR, IFS and OCD. We spoke about neurodiversity, and how these two models are able to offer some support for people who are neurodiverse. I hope you enjoy hearing some of Amanda's wisdom, as I did!  

Helping Through Structure: Navigating Trauma with Kendhal Hart

Speaking with Kendhal Hart about how she combines EMDR and IFS to help people heal from trauma. She discussing how these models provide a map, which helps provide structure for her and her clients. 

Helping Through Structure: Pre-interview with helpful terms

This is an introduction to my interview with Kendhal Hart. I share some important EMDR and IFS terms, that Kendhal and I speak more about. 

Journey Through Therapy: Introduction to Podcast

This is an introduction to some of my goals for this podcast project. What is "Empowered Through Compassion?"