Calm, Cool and Connected - The Guide Book to Peace of Mind artwork

Calm, Cool and Connected - The Guide Book to Peace of Mind

292 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 34 ratings

Now more than ever, we have an opportunity to be a positive force in the world. To help heal the divide…to treat each other, and ourselves, with respect and love. But with so many tools out there…..from meditation to physical training, proper nutrition, therapy, and so many others, we all need a little help navigating all the options. Join us as we share in-depth information, insights and thought-provoking discussions that will help answer your questions about how to stay calm, cool and connected during these times. No matter where you might be in your personal journey, Calm, Cool and Connected will help you find your Zen. New episodes every Monday and Wednesday.

Mental Health Health & Fitness Education Self-Improvement mental health therapy anxiety depression meditation yoga mindfulness detox peace peace of mind
Homepage Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed

Episodes

Managing the Fear of Rejection

April 04, 2022 04:00 - 4 minutes - 2.95 MB

Managing the Fear of Rejection  The fear of rejection is a powerful fear that often impacts many different areas of our lives. It is really common, but it can be a major roadblock to taking risks and achieving personal goals. So, what can we do to fix it? On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected- join Dr. Liz as she explains several ways to manage the fear of rejection. For more information on Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick, visit her website: evolvecounselingaz.com Connect with Dr. Fedrick on...

Dr. Greg Cason on Anger Management and the Will Smith Incident

April 01, 2022 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.01 MB

Anger Management’s Role in the Will Smith/ Chris Rock Fiasco As humans, we all experience a wide range in emotions. Happiness, sadness, excitement and anger to name a few. It’s all a part of a normal human experience! It becomes an issue when anger can no longer be regulated. Here to dive into anger management and the Will Smith debacle with Chris Rock during the Academy Awards is Beverly Hills psychologist Dr. Greg Cason. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Dr. Greg: Hear about D...

Dr. Greg Cason on Anger Management and the Will Smith Incident

April 01, 2022 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.01 MB

Anger Management’s Role in the Will Smith/ Chris Rock Fiasco As humans, we all experience a wide range in emotions. Happiness, sadness, excitement and anger to name a few. It’s all a part of a normal human experience! It becomes an issue when anger can no longer be regulated. Here to dive into anger management and the Will Smith debacle with Chris Rock during the Academy Awards is Beverly Hills psychologist Dr. Greg Cason. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Dr. Greg: Hear about D...

An Introduction to EMDR Therapy

March 30, 2022 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.23 MB

EMDR Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR for short, is defined as a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences. Kelly O’Horo joins Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected to talk about EMDR, and the profound benefits of this type of therapy. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s one-on-one with Kelly: • Hear about Kelly’s background and her work with EMDR in the mental...

Managing Motherhood Burnout

March 28, 2022 04:00 - 10 minutes - 6.93 MB

#TiredAsAMother (Therapy for Moms) According to a study conducted in 2021, 16% of moms reported being in a constant state of burnout. Being a mom is inherently one of the toughest jobs there is- and add a pandemic which caused moms to also have to be teachers? A recipe for disaster. Joining Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Erin Spahr. Erin is a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Therapist, and she is here to dive into the stress and anxiety that is motherhood. Ke...

The Role of Dreams in Mental Health

March 25, 2022 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.42 MB

Dream Work Dreams are a fascinating topic which have been debated about for centuries. Joining Calm, Cool and Connected today is Scott Menasco. Scott is a Doctor of Philosophy in Transformative Studies, and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s one-on-one with Scott: • Hear about Scott’s background and his current role in the mental health field • Learn what the purpose of dreams is • Discover what it means when it is said that “dreams illuminate inn...

Community and Support for Gifted Adults

March 23, 2022 04:00 - 11 minutes - 7.74 MB

InterGifted Coaching Intellectual giftedness is the term used to describe a person with an intellectual ability which is significantly higher than average. Only five percent of the population falls into this category. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected- Dr. Liz is joined by Jennifer Harvey Sallin. She is the founder of InterGifted- an organization by people and for people who are intellectually gifted. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s one-on-one with Jennifer: • Hear about the w...

Making Peace With the Past

March 21, 2022 04:00 - 5 minutes - 3.67 MB

Making Peace With the Past It happens to everyone- we all wonder how things might have gone if we did something differently. The “ifs,” “ands” and “buts” can drive us a little crazy! On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected- Dr. Liz gives us some easy ways to let go and make peace with the past. All of this and more, on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected. For more information on Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick, visit her website: evolvecounselingaz.com Connect with Dr. Fedrick on Instagra...

Understanding Sleep Paralysis

March 18, 2022 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.57 MB

Sleep Paralysis Sleep paralysis is defined as a feeling of being conscious, but unable to move. The episodes can vary in duration, but what remains consistent are the fear and anxiety associated with sleep paralysis. Simran Parekh joins Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected to dive into the frightening topic. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s one-on-one with Simran: • Hear about Simran’s background in the mental health field • Find out what sleep paralysis actually is • ...

Therapy and the Latina Experience

March 16, 2022 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.14 MB

Latina and Bilingual Therapy Research over the last few years says that only ten percent of mental health providers can provide sessions in a language other than English. Even fewer of those providers speak Spanish. Kaelly Arellano joins Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected to dive into this topic. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s one-on-one with Kaelly: • Hear about Kaelly’s background in the field • Learn how and why K&B Therapy was founded • Find out about the langu...

Revisiting: Working Through Self-Sabotage

March 14, 2022 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.42 MB

Revisiting Working Through Self-Sabotage with Tyson Derksen (Originally aired 1/10/22) Here at Calm, Cool, and Connected, every so often we love to revisit episodes that have been particularly transformative. Enjoy this retrospective episode on navigating and avoiding self-sabotage. All journeys of self-improve and transformation are bound to hit some snags. It's easy to fall into the trap of self-sabotage and walk back any progress you've made. So how do you work through the inevitable s...

Parent Coaching and Support

March 11, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.24 MB

Parenting Coaching Imagine a job where you were considered the maid, the chef, the scheduler, the chauffeur, the sleep guru, the laundromat, and more. That is just some of the duties that you take on when you become a parent! On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected, Dr. Liz is joined by Dr. Rebecca Schrag Hershberg to break down the business of parenting coaching! Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s one-on-one with Dr. Rebecca: • Hear about Rebecca’s background in the mental health fiel...

PTSD in Veterans and First Responders

March 09, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.49 MB

PTSD in Veterans and First Responders Post traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD for short, is a disorder that develops in some people who have experienced a shocking, scary, or dangerous event. Veterans and first responders are two populations who experience especially high levels of PTSD. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected- Dr. Fedrick is joined by trauma expert Joelle Rabow Maletis. Together they explore the world of PTSD in relation to veterans and first responders. Key Takeaway...

Unconventional Organisation

March 07, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 7.58 MB

Unconventional Organisation Executive dysfunction is a phrase used to describe when the brain has a hard time with the skills of attention, memory, flexible thinking, and organization/time management. Although it’s not a diagnosis in itself, it describes many of the symptoms that someone with ADHD experiences. Our guest on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Skye A. Rapson. She founded “Unconventional Organisation”, an internet based company that provides research-backed courses an...

Strengthening the Family Bond

March 04, 2022 05:00 - 4 minutes - 3.4 MB

Strengthening the Family Bond If someone were to ask you how you’re doing, odds are- your response would include the word “busy.” We live in a society that is by nature, busy! Chaos is the new normal. Often, family bonding can be left to the wayside. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick: • Learn several ways to make your family bonds stronger All of this and more, on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected. For more information on Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick, visit her website: evolvecounselingaz....

Therapy and the Asian American Experience

March 02, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.47 MB

Therapy For Asian Americans It is imperative that all mental health professionals take part in cultural trainings. It is so important to know how cultural differences can cause mental health issues. Something called microaggressions contribute to anxiety and depression among many minorities, but especially Asian Americans. Brandon Shindo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a psychotherapist. He joins Dr. Liz on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected to explore the topic of therapy ...

Therapy and the Asian American Experience

March 02, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.47 MB

Therapy For Asian Americans It is imperative that all mental health professionals take part in cultural trainings. It is so important to know how cultural differences can cause mental health issues. Something called microaggressions contribute to anxiety and depression among many minorities, but especially Asian Americans. Brandon Shindo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a psychotherapist. He joins Dr. Liz on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected to explore the topic of therapy ...

The Power of Silent Retreats

February 28, 2022 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.52 MB

Silent Retreats We live in a very noisy, fast-paced culture. Sensory overload is a common occurrence in our society. Silent retreats are defined as an event or retreat during which you remain silent. The retreat gives you an opportunity to reflect inwardly and process your thoughts in a calm, constructive way. Dr. Poornima Sharma joins us on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected to help break it down. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Poornima: • Learn about Dr. Sharma’s back...

Parenting a Perfectionist

February 25, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.01 MB

Parenting a Perfectionist If you’ve listened to any self-help or mental health podcasts lately, chances are that you have heard the term perfectionist. But something that is way less spoken about is how to parent a perfectionist. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected, Hannah Schlueter joins Dr. Liz to speak on this topic! Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Hannah: Hear about Hannah’s background in the mental health field Learn what some common concerns are that lead parent...

Diversity in the Mental Health Field

February 23, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8.01 MB

Diversity in the Mental Health Field According to Psychology.org- racial, ethnic, gender and sexual minorities often suffer from poor mental health outcomes. There are many barriers to care based on demographics in the mental health field, but why? On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected Dr. Fedrick is joined by Nina Sanyal. Nina is going to talk us through diversity in the mental health field. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Nina: • Learn Nina’s background in the mental h...

Breaking Down Toxic Relationships

February 21, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 7.82 MB

Breaking Down Toxic Relationships with Dr. Taylor Burrowes Conversation, information, and education around toxic relationships is a trend on social media. More and more people are examining their relationships and learning about boundaries and healthy dynamics. But what makes a relationship "toxic"? Is it fair to label a relationship or former partner as "toxic"? Dr. Taylor Burrowes  is a Relationship Coach, Counselor, and Matchmaker, and she joins Dr. Liz on this episode of Calm, Cool and...

The Benefits of Sound Healing

February 18, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8.1 MB

Sound Healing Sound healing has been gaining a lot of traction lately. It is said to help with anxiety, depression, even high blood pressure! But what is sound healing, and how does it help to fix our ailments? Samantha Harper is an Executive Coach and Sound Healer, and she joins Dr. Liz on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected to give us all of the information on Sound Healing. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Samantha: • Hear about Samantha’s background in the mental healt...

Conscious Leadership with Dr. Ron Stotts

February 16, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 7.69 MB

Conscious Leadership It’s often asserted that people don’t work for companies, people work for people. How employees feel about their leaders can make all the difference in productivity! Joining us for today’s episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Dr. Ron Stotts. He is going to help us understand the ins and outs of conscious leadership. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Dr. Ron: • Hear about Dr. Stotts’ background • Learn about the different stages of leadership • Find out the...

Conscious Leadership with Dr. Ron Stotts

February 16, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 7.69 MB

Conscious Leadership It’s often asserted that people don’t work for companies, people work for people. How employees feel about their leaders can make all the difference in productivity! Joining us for today’s episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Dr. Ron Stotts. He is going to help us understand the ins and outs of conscious leadership. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Dr. Ron: • Hear about Dr. Stotts’ background • Learn about the different stages of leadership • Find out the...

Destigmatizing Mental Health

February 14, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8.15 MB

Destigmatizing Mental Health  with Alexis Perkins from We Are Living Healthy Mental health is becoming something that is more and more readily discussed. But there is still stigma about this topic. Here today to talk about normalizing mental health is Alexis Perkins, the host of We Are Living Healthy. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Alexis: • Hear about Alexis’ background • Learn why Alexis feels that mental and physical health go hand in hand • Hear how being emotionally inte...

The Fundamentals of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

February 11, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 7.67 MB

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, or “DBT” for short, has been gaining a lot of popularity lately, but it is also not completely understood. Joining Dr. Liz for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Ema Grant. Ema is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in DBT, and she helps lay it out for us during this episode. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Ema: • Hear about Ema’s role in the mental health field • Learn the definition of dial...

The Three Types of Perfectionism

February 09, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8.08 MB

The Three Types of Perfectionism  Perfectionism can take such a toll on someone’s life. It can be so hard to overcome, because while perfectionism is wearing on a person, perfectionists also receive praise- which creates a vicious cycle. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected Dr. Liz is joined by Nicole Baker, a life coach. She helps break down all you need to know about perfectionism. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Nicole: • Hear about Nicole’s work and background in th...

The Three Types of Perfectionism

February 09, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8.08 MB

The Three Types of Perfectionism  Perfectionism can take such a toll on someone’s life. It can be so hard to overcome, because while perfectionism is wearing on a person, perfectionists also receive praise- which creates a vicious cycle. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected Dr. Liz is joined by Nicole Baker, a life coach. She helps break down all you need to know about perfectionism. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Nicole: • Hear about Nicole’s work and background in th...

Erectile Dysfunction and Mental Health

February 07, 2022 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.81 MB

Erectile Dysfunction and Mental Health with Andrew Reinhart from Bridgeside Medical Clinic Although Erectile Dysfunction is a physical ailment, it can have severe mental health repercussions. It can effect a man’s confidence, self esteem, happiness and overall well- being. Today we are joined by Andrew Reinhart. He works at Bridgeside Medical Clinic, where men can go to help solve this issue. Key Takeaways from Liz’s chat with Andrew: • Hear about Andrew’s background in the field • Learn...

An Introduction to Sex Therapy

February 04, 2022 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.48 MB

Sex Therapy Sex. The word might have peaked some of your interest, and others might have opted out of this episode because of it. The way we are raised impacts how we view and approach sex. Joining us for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Dr. Kristie Overstreet. She is a Clinical Sexologist who is going to break it all down for us. Key Takeaways from Liz’s chat with Dr. Kristie: • Hear about Dr. Kristie’s background and how she got into the field • Learn what exactly sex therap...

Finding Hope In Recovery From Trauma

February 02, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.53 MB

Finding Hope In Recovery From Trauma  Recovering from trauma requires time and the appropriate professional help for the individual patient. However, the utility of hope during recovery cannot be underestimated. And that is as true as ever as the ongoing pandemic exacerbates mental health issues. Joining this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Eric Christiansen, award-winning Filmmaker and Hope Ambassador. He is here to share his own experience working through trauma and his message of...

Dealing with Guilt and Shame Around Parenting

January 31, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 6.96 MB

Dealing with Guilt and Shame Around Parenting with Heidi McBain, LPC Most parents can relate to feelings of guilt or shame surrounding their abilities as a caregiver. And while this isn’t unique to women, it can often affect mothers in uniquely challenging ways. Navigating through mom-guilt can be tricky and knowing the source of these feelings can make all the difference.  Joining this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Heidi McBain, a Perinatal Mental Health Therapist. She is here to...

Dealing with Guilt and Shame Around Parenting

January 31, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 6.96 MB

Dealing with Guilt and Shame Around Parenting with Heidi McBain, LPC Most parents can relate to feelings of guilt or shame surrounding their abilities as a caregiver. And while this isn’t unique to women, it can often affect mothers in uniquely challenging ways. Navigating through mom-guilt can be tricky and knowing the source of these feelings can make all the difference.  Joining this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Heidi McBain, a Perinatal Mental Health Therapist. She is here to...

Experimenting with The Human Design System

January 28, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8.06 MB

Experimenting with The Human Design System Popular personality assessments like the Myers Briggs Type Indicator and  the Enneagram are becoming more incorporated in coaching and even counseling these days. Today's episode is all about a lesser known personality assessment called The Human Design System and how it can be used as a tool in personal development. Today’s guest, Jennifer Greiner, a Vitality Coach, Licensed Clinical Counselor, and Art Therapist is here to share how The Human Des...

Processing Trauma with Somatic Therapy

January 26, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.53 MB

Processing Trauma with Somatic Therapy   We all know about the three main trauma responses, flight, fight, or freeze, but many of us haven’t considered how those responses remain  in our bodies long after the stressor has gone away. Today's episode offers a new option for working through past traumas.  Today’s guest is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in treating trauma with Somatic therapy, trauma-informed yoga, and mindfulness. Dezryelle Arcieri joins Dr. Fedrick to...

Autism and Mental Health

January 24, 2022 05:00 - 13 minutes - 8.96 MB

Autism and Mental Health with Thomas Henley Autism is defined as “a developmental disorder of variable severity that is characterized by difficulty in social interaction and communication and by restricted or repetitive patterns of thought and behavior.” Research says that right now 1 in every 54 children is diagnosed with Autism, and that number is continually on the rise. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected- Dr. Fedrick is joined by Thomas Henley, an Autism and Mental Health Advo...

Combating Pandemic Fatigue with Community Activities

January 21, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 6.93 MB

Combating Pandemic Fatigue with Community Activities with YMCA of South Hampton Roads It goes without saying that the pandemic has had a huge impact on the overall populations’ mental health. Human interaction and physical activity are both ways to stay mentally healthy. The YMCA is a great place to both be physically active, and to interact with other members of the community! On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected we have Alex Pomozzi, the Senior Brand Experience Director for the YM...

Mental Health in the Workplace

January 19, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.27 MB

Mental Health in the Workplace with Michelle E. Dickinson As we  enter the third calendar year affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, the mental health cultures of companies across the globe are taking a significant hit. Whether from isolation due to working from home or anxiety concerning returning to the office, many employees are struggling  and employers are faced with the challenge of caring for their employees in impactful ways. Enter Michelle E. Dickinson, TedX Speaker and founder of Tr...

The Benefits and Challenges of Neurodivergence

January 17, 2022 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.76 MB

The Benefits and Challenges of Neurodivergence with Cedar Gray In the mental health world new terms come and go, but sometimes the way professionals think about certain conditions changes, too. You may have heard the term "neurodivergent," but did you know that mental health professionals are beginning to change the way they view  differences in brain processes? On today's episode Dr. Elizabeth speaks with a guest who is neurodivergent themself. Cedar Gray shares how their neurodivergence ...

The Healing Power of Flowers

January 14, 2022 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.53 MB

The Healing Power of Flowers with Katie Hess The idea of a bouquet of flowers brightening someones day is one thing, but what if flowers could be used as an effective remedy for a variety of problems?  Today Dr. Elizabeth speaks with Katie Hess, Founder and Flower Alchemist from LotusWei about the potential healing properties of flowers. While plants have always been used for medicinal purposes, the type of work Katie does as a Flower Alchemist is unique and challenges traditional views of...

Reconnecting with Authentic Self-Identity

January 12, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8.1 MB

Reconnecting with Authentic Self-Identity with Dr. Lisa-Marie Del Rio We're all familiar with the term "identity crisis," but many of us haven't considered that we've spent our entire lives in one big identity crisis. Concepts of identity are fragile and susceptible to unhealthy bases, whether that be connected to finances, physical ability, or appearance. So how does one reconnect to healthy, authentic forms of identity? Today Dr. Elizabeth speaks with Dr. Lisa-Marie Del Rio, an expert in...

Reconnecting with Authentic Self-Identity

January 12, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8.1 MB

Reconnecting with Authentic Self-Identity with Dr. Lisa-Marie Del Rio We're all familiar with the term "identity crisis," but many of us haven't considered that we've spent our entire lives in one big identity crisis. Concepts of identity are fragile and susceptible to unhealthy bases, whether that be connected to finances, physical ability, or appearance. So how does one reconnect to healthy, authentic forms of identity? Today Dr. Elizabeth speaks with Dr. Lisa-Marie Del Rio, an expert in...

Working Through Self-Sabotage

January 10, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.42 MB

Working Through Self-Sabotage with Tyson Derksen All journeys of self-improve and transformation are bound to hit some snags. It's easy to fall into the trap of self-sabotage and walk back any progress you've made. So how do you work through the inevitable setbacks or self-sabotage tendencies? Today Dr. Elizabeth is joined by special guest Tyson Derksen. A long-time health and fitness enthusiast, Tyson channeled his passions into a successful career as a weight-loss coach. He has invaluabl...

Working Through Self-Sabotage

January 10, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.42 MB

Working Through Self-Sabotage with Tyson Derksen All journeys of self-improve and transformation are bound to hit some snags. It's easy to fall into the trap of self-sabotage and walk back any progress you've made. So how do you work through the inevitable setbacks or self-sabotage tendencies? Today Dr. Elizabeth is joined by special guest Tyson Derksen. A long-time health and fitness enthusiast, Tyson channeled his passions into a successful career as a weight-loss coach. He has invaluabl...

Online Coaching for Young Professionals

January 07, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.31 MB

Online Coaching for Young Professionals Therapy is an invaluable tool, but what do you do when you need some advice or perspective between sessions? The Journal That Talks Back answers that question with an interactive coaching experience that's always there to lend you the professional support you need. Today Jonathan Friedman, co-founder of The Journal That Talks Back, shares with Dr. Fedrick the concept behind his work and how he came to it. Jonathan has personal experience with needing...

The Benefits of Group Therapy

January 05, 2022 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.85 MB

The Benefits of Group Therapy It's easy to have a  limited idea of what therapy looks like, but today's episode is a welcome reminder that there are many forms of therapy to choose from. Group therapy, for instance, offers a variety of benefits traditional one-on-one therapy can't.  Joining Dr. Fedrick for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Brittany Johnson, LPC, from the Western Tidewater Community Services Board. Brittany is the Program Director for the State Opioid Response pro...

Meditation for the Workplace

January 03, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8 MB

Meditation for the Workplace Creating a productive and healthy work environment is a challenge even during normal times. How do you create a thriving workplace when many are still working from home and still dealing with the ramifications from Covid-19? The answer might be surprisingly simple: meditation.  Joining this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Meris Gebhardt, Founder of Opulent Mindfulness. She is here to share how her experience in sales and personal history of anxiety led t...

Meditation for the Workplace

January 03, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8 MB

Meditation for the Workplace Creating a productive and healthy work environment is a challenge even during normal times. How do you create a thriving workplace when many are still working from home and still dealing with the ramifications from Covid-19? The answer might be surprisingly simple: meditation.  Joining this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Meris Gebhardt, Founder of Opulent Mindfulness. She is here to share how her experience in sales and personal history of anxiety led t...

The Keys to Healthy Relationships

December 29, 2021 05:00 - 8 minutes - 5.69 MB

The Keys to Healthy Relationships Relationships can be tricky. Many of us didn’t grow up with the best role models when it comes to healthy relationships. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected, Dr. Fedrick is going to reveal the keys to having healthy and happy relationships. Key Takeaways from Liz: • Hear how a feeling of “safety” can tell you whether or not you’re in a healthy relationship  • Find out how boundaries actually make relationships more healthy • Learn how “respect” c...

Getting Your Life Back After Trauma

December 27, 2021 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

Getting Your Life Back After Trauma Trauma has a profound effect on one’s physical, mental and emotional well-being. Trauma is defined as a deeply distressing or disturbing experience. Life after trauma is a complex yet necessary issue to tackle. Joining this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is April Lightsey, PhD and Licensed Professional Counselor. She is here to give hope and shed some light on getting help after trauma! Key Takeaways from Liz’s chat with April: • Hear about Dr. Li...

Twitter Mentions

@beth_morton 2 Episodes
@cjferguson1111 2 Episodes
@drkencarter 1 Episode
@patrickchester9 1 Episode
@jivedurkey 1 Episode
@claytonechard 1 Episode
@mpcsmith 1 Episode
@masteringmental 1 Episode
@kingofcontacts 1 Episode
@jmaletistherapy 1 Episode
@pacetogether 1 Episode