The Cultured Therapist

Responding to Shame

In this episode of the Cultured Therapist podcast, Melissa Bowen, a licensed professional counselor supervisor from Louisiana shares her journey from a 20-year career in the restaurant industry to becoming a counselor and business owner. The discussion highlights the importance of empathy, vulnerability, and community in therapy. Melissa emphasizes the significance of owning one's story, addressing shame, and helping clients live authentic lives. She also delves into the challenges and rewards of supervising emerging counselors and running the Authenticity Center, a space for fostering healing and connection. Contact: Email: melissa@theauthenticitycenter.com Website & Socials: https://www.theauthenticitycenter.com/ [https://www.theauthenticitycenter.com/] https://www.instagram.com/theauthenticitycenter/ [https://www.instagram.com/theauthenticitycenter/] https://www.facebook.com/TheAuthenticityCenter/ [https://www.facebook.com/TheAuthenticityCenter/] https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissabowenlpc/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissabowenlpc/] https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/the-authenticity-center-lafayette-la/1222875 [https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/the-authenticity-center-lafayette-la/1222875Book Discussed: ] Book Discussed: I Thought It Was Just Me (But It Isn't): Making the Journey from "What Will People Think?" to "I Am Enough" by Brené Brown [https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/162578.Bren_Brown] https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/19996676-i-thought-it-was-just-me-but-it-isn-t [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/19996676-i-thought-it-was-just-me-but-it-isn-t]

DBR, CPT, Infidelity, Sex Addiction, and Heart

In this episode of The Cultured Therapist, licensed professional counselor Callie Wilson discusses her unique journey into the mental health field. Driven by her own OCD diagnosis, Callie has cultivated a deep sense of empathy and understanding towards those struggling with the condition. She shares insights into the often misunderstood variations of OCD, like those involving intrusive and shame-inducing thoughts. Callie also introduces listeners to Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR), a promising new modality targeting preverbal trauma responses, which enhances the healing impact beyond traditional therapies like EMDR by focusing on the brainstem's activation and bodily sensations. In addition, she covers information about her experiences working with couples and infidelity, paraphilias, and attending conferences. All of it centering on how her values, beliefs, and heart guide her in working with others in the helping profession. Website: https://www.wilsoncounseling.co/ [https://www.wilsoncounseling.co/]

Helping Dissociation Through EMDR and IFS

In this episode Marilyn Brown, a seasoned licensed clinical social worker in Louisiana, shares her personal and professional journey into the field of mental health, highlighting experiences with dissociative amnesia and trauma after the tragic death of her brother. Her path led her to explore several therapeutic modalities, including EMDR, IFS, and CBT. During her journey, Marilyn overcame doubts about EMDR, ultimately embracing it after a transformative training experience, and now includes the insights of IFS (Internal Family Systems modality) to attend to dissociation with her clients. Today, she passionately shares her insights helping explain how she addresses trauma with her clients using empathy, craft, and understanding. www.marilynbrownlcsw.com [http://www.marilynbrownlcsw.com] Marilyn Brown, LCSW EMDRIA certified therapist/clinical social worker Marilyn Brown LCSW, LLC 321 Travis St, Suite 10B Lafayette, LA 70503 Marilyn.brownlcsw@gmail.com [Marilyn.brownlcsw@gmail.com]

Healing from Sexual Trauma and the Power of Trauma-Informed Massage

In this episode of the Cultured Therapist, Christine Bordelon, a licensed massage therapist, shares her journey of healing from childhood sexual trauma and addiction. With a background in psychology and a passion for alternative healing modalities, Christine utilizes non-sexual therapeutic touch and scientific and spiritual understanding of her practice to help others rediscover comfort in their own bodies. She discusses the body's remarkable ability to store trauma and the importance of nurturing, trauma-informed massage therapy in the healing process. Christine's personal and professional experiences illuminate the path to recovery, underscoring the necessity of a holistic approach to healing emotional and physical wounds. Email: Hey@helloalignwellness.org [Hey@helloalignwellness.org] Websites: https://www.alignwchristinebordelon.org [https://www.alignwchristinebordelon.org] https://hopehealingjoy.com/christine-bordelon [https://hopehealingjoy.com/christine-bordelon]

Suicidality and Grief

In this episode of the Cultured Therapist, host R.C. Winters interviews Reginald Lemelle, a licensed professional counselor from Louisiana. After overcoming personal tragedies*, Reggie managed to transform his life's challenges into a career dedicated to helping others. Through humor and a deep understanding of vulnerability, Reggie connects authentically with his clients, encouraging them to embrace their own journeys. He discusses the importance of discomfort, both in life and therapy, and how it can lead to growth and healing. With an emphasis on transparency and collaboration, Reggie opens up about his journey and how it shapes his approach to therapy. *If you or someone you know is suicidal, don't take it lightly. Get help now. Below is the suicide hotline as a start, but you can tell a trusted wise friend, or any safe person you trust, and even attend a hospital emergency room to stay safe. You are not alone. It can get better. But the first step is let others know - don't wait, reach out. Suicide Hotline: 988 Mr. Lemelle's Information Reginald's Email: reginald@treeoflifecoun.com Tree of Life: 337-703-2806 Website: www.treeoflifecoun.com [www.treeoflifecoun.com] Instagram: @tolcoun Reference The Suicidal Mind by [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/888044.The_Suicidal_Mind]Edwin S. Shneidman [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/888044.The_Suicidal_Mind]