Hey, You're Adopted

Passionately Interested

In this episode, Catherine and Shendelle talk through quite a few of experiences in different fandoms. We discuss the struggles of liking less socially respected things - including romance novels, romance anime, and boy bands. We chat about the joys that come from joining communities of people who share our passions. Join us for some light-hearted stories, philosophical conversations, and laughter. About our Hosts: Shendelle holds a BA in Psychology and is a Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP), who has worked in mental health services for several years. Catherine is a cancer survivor and a full-time student pursuing her BA in Asian Studies. Interested in being a guest on our podcast? Apply on our website (lifealteringsocials.com [http://lifealteringsocials.com/]). Subscribe. Rate. Review. Follow us on Twitter (@alteringpodcast) and Instagram (@lifealteringpodcast)! Podcast artwork was made by the incredible Alexander Pioske (Instagram: @alexanderpioske).

Hey, You're Adopted

In this episode, Anissa (Ness) joins hosts, Catherine and Shendelle, to share her personal experience with being adopted. She details out the story of finding out she was adopted, how this has evolved her definition of family and some of her thoughts on adoption overall. Join us for some deep conversations and wild laughs. About our Hosts: Shendelle holds a BA in Psychology and is a Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP), who has worked in mental health services for several years. Catherine is a cancer survivor and a full-time student pursuing her BA in Asian Studies. Interested in being a guest on our podcast? Apply on our website (lifealteringsocials.com [http://lifealteringsocials.com/]). Subscribe. Rate. Review. Follow us on Twitter (@alteringpodcast) and Instagram (@lifealteringpodcast)! Podcast artwork was made by the incredible Alexander Pioske (Instagram: @alexanderpioske).

This Episode is Full Chaos

In this episode, Michaela Black joins hosts, Catherine and Shendelle, to share her day to day difficulties of functioning in a society that is geared towards right-handed people. From a heated conversation about monkeys to debating the plural pronunciation of mice and ending with a factoid sound-off, this episode lives up to its title. Join us for a thoughtful conversation on bare minimum accessibility, and wild antics. This is a lighthearted episode that will definitely make you laugh. About our Hosts: Shendelle holds a BA in Psychology and is a Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP), who has worked in mental health services for several years. Catherine is a cancer survivor and a full-time student pursuing her BA in Asian Studies. Interested in being a guest on our podcast? Apply on our website (lifealteringsocials.com [http://lifealteringsocials.com/]). Subscribe. Rate. Review. Follow us on Twitter (@alteringpodcast) and Instagram (@lifealteringpodcast)! Podcast artwork was made by the incredible Alexander Pioske (Instagram: @alexanderpioske).

I Didn't Have the Words

TW/CW: This episode has mentions of disordered eating, weight stigma, and depression, and anxiety. In this episode, Shannon Gray joins hosts, Catherine and Shendelle, and takes us back to where her personal journey with therapy began. She details her persistence in seeking support for her mental health struggles and how her exposure to the mental health world changed the course of her life, even leading her to a career in psychology. Join us as Shannon takes on her life altering experience- her therapeutic journey. About our Hosts: Shendelle holds a BA in Psychology and is a Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP), who has worked in mental health services for several years. Catherine is a cancer survivor and a full-time student pursuing her BA in Asian Studies. Interested in being a guest on our podcast? Apply on our website (lifealteringsocials.com [http://lifealteringsocials.com/]). Subscribe. Rate. Review. Follow us on Twitter (@alteringpodcast) and Instagram (@lifealteringpodcast)! Podcast artwork was made by the incredible Alexander Pioske (Instagram: @alexanderpioske).

Ninety Days Notice

In this episode, Shendelle shares her experience with losing her job, in a mental health community based service, in 2018. She discusses the emotional whirlwind of trying to process her own feelings about this change, informing clients about the program’s closure, and assisting with developing transition plans in a rural community. Grab a drink and settle in as Catherine and Shendelle talk about the impact of ‘Ninety Days Notice’. About our Hosts: Shendelle holds a BA in Psychology and is a Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP), who has worked in mental health services for several years. Catherine is a cancer survivor and a full-time student pursuing her BA in Asian Studies. Interested in being a guest on our podcast? Apply on our website (lifealteringsocials.com [http://lifealteringsocials.com/]). Subscribe. Rate. Review. Follow us on Twitter (@alteringpodcast) and Instagram (@lifealteringpodcast)! Podcast artwork was made by the incredible Alexander Pioske (Instagram: @alexanderpioske).