Coming Into Focus
34 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago -"Coming Into Focus" is a mental health podcast, hosted by Jay Wick, licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. This podcast aims to share inspiring stories of individuals who have faced significant life challenges and celebrates the resiliency we all are capable of. Episodes also feature interesting topics in the field of mental health, told by other therapists, coaches, shaman, gurus and those with an overall purpose to facilitate change and healing. www.comingintofocus.org
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Tim Lambesis - Reintegration
July 02, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 50 MBOn this episode Jay sits down with friend and colleague Tim Lambesis. Tim and Jay worked together at a treatment center some years back, and Tim also happens to be the front man for the band, As I Lay Dying. In 2013, Tim was at the center of a high profile arrest and he was later convicted and sentenced to a significant time in prison. The conversation doesn't get too deep into the circumstances of the arrest, but instead focuses more on the topic of rehabilitation and reintegration. Tim als...
Tim Lambesis - Reintegration
July 02, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 50 MBOn this episode Jay sits down with friend and colleague Tim Lambesis. Tim and Jay worked together at a treatment center some years back, and Tim also happens to be the front man for the band, As I Lay Dying. In 2013, Tim was at the center of a high profile arrest and he was later convicted and sentenced to a significant time in prison. The conversation doesn't get too deep into the circumstances of the arrest, but instead focuses more on the topic of rehabilitation and reintegration. Tim als...
Noelani Dizon - The Power of Connection
June 27, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBOn this episode Jay chats with friend and colleague Noelani Dizon. Lani and Jay met several years ago while working at a treatment center for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, and currently she is the program director for Whole Person Wellness, a program that assists individuals who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Lani and Jay discuss many of her recent accomplishments and some exciting things she has on the horizon, and they really dig into childhood and ...
Nika Hirsch - This Life Rocks
June 20, 2021 12:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBOn this episode Jay sits down with Nika Hirsch. Nika is the youngest guest so far on the podcast, at 10 years old. But, as you’ll hear, she’s one of the most inspiring guests. Nika and her mom run an Instagram account, This Life Rocks, which documents all of her amazing accomplishments and kind deeds. From a young age Nika has been dealing with selective mutism, which is an anxiety disorder that’s characterized by an inability to speak in certain social settings. So, it makes it all the more...
Jason Naylor - Creatively Positive X Positively Creative
May 19, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 53 MBOn this episodeJay chats with Jason Naylor. Jason is an award-winning artist, designer, and creative director based in Brooklyn. Jason has received global recognition for his work, contributing to such names as Pepsi, Fenty, LuluLemon, Xbox and Sour Patch Kids, to name a few, and in 2018 BUMBLE named Jason one of the 100 Most Inspiring New Yorkers. Jason has become known and sought after, for his unique colorful style that regularly contains messages of love and positivity, and this passion...
Rebecca Woolf - Embracing the Messiness
May 18, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MBIn this episode Jay chats with Rebecca Woolf. Rebecca is an extremely accomplished writer, with work in such publications as The New York Times, Time Magazine, Huffington Post, and Glamour, to name a few. She also published a memoir in 2008, and has an upcoming book release in 2022, of which the content is discussed in this particular interview. Rebecca also had a wildly successful blog, "Girls Gone Child," which ran for over a decade, and even has a feature film in the works based off of a...
Rebecca Woolf - Embracing the Messiness
May 18, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MBIn this episode Jay chats with Rebecca Woolf. Rebecca is an extremely accomplished writer, with work in such publications as The New York Times, Time Magazine, Huffington Post, and Glamour, to name a few. She also published a memoir in 2008, and has an upcoming book release in 2022, of which the content is discussed in this particular interview. Rebecca also had a wildly successful blog, "Girls Gone Child," which ran for over a decade, and even has a feature film in the works based off of a...
Ian Depew: Talking Interventions and Working with Rock to Recovery
August 19, 2020 00:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBOn this episode Jay sits down with Ian Depew. Ian is a longtime friend, who also happens to be a colleague in the mental health field, and was actually Jay's first employer when he became a therapist. Ian is extremely talented and amazing at what he does, but it’s always nice to be around someone who doesn’t take themselves so seriously... as you'll see. Ian goes into detail about the incredible program, Rock to Recovery, that he works for, and the two have a discussion about interventions a...
Dr. Laura Louis: Relationship Talk, Getting Paid to Speak, and Shaking the World
July 18, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MBOn this episode Jay sits down with Dr. Laura Louis. Dr. Louis is a licensed psychologist working out of Atlanta, GA, and the owner of Atlanta Couple Therapy. Dr. Louis is also an author, a highly sought after speaker, and a coach to other clinicians that are looking to break into the speaking arena. Dr. Louis and Jay share a love for working with couples, so you can bet they get into some great relationship conversations. The two also dig into the details of her book, her workshops and how s...
TOPIC IN FOCUS: White Privilege
June 06, 2020 22:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBWhen I started school to become a therapist, I sort of unknowingly entered a program that had a huge social justice component. I was extremely uninformed in the area of social justice, which isn’t surprising considering that as a white straight male I’m not often directly impacted by many of these issues. Being uneducated on these topics, I found myself becoming defensive often and speaking from a place of authority about things I really knew nothing about. Some of my defensiveness was direc...
TOPIC IN FOCUS: White Privilege
June 06, 2020 22:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBWhen I started school to become a therapist, I sort of unknowingly entered a program that had a huge social justice component. I was extremely uninformed in the area of social justice, which isn’t surprising considering that as a white straight male I’m not often directly impacted by many of these issues. Being uneducated on these topics, I found myself becoming defensive often and speaking from a place of authority about things I really knew nothing about. Some of my defensiveness was direc...
Andy Laub: The Benefits of Tea, Mindfulness, and Choosing Gratitude over Fear
May 29, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBOn this episode, Jay sits down with Andy Laub. Andy is a certified tea master, a mindfulness expert, and sound healing practitioner, and just an all around interesting dude. Andy also happened to be the very first guest that Jay recorded with, but for whatever reason the episode wasn't published until now. Andy, and Jay discuss the path that led him to tea, ways to develop mindfulness practices other than just sitting and breathing, which incidentally opens a discussion about a shared intere...
TOPIC IN FOCUS: Anxiety
May 19, 2020 05:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MBJay and Carlie open up about the difficulty of trying to keep up with doing the "30 Day Challenge" each month, and share about the new direction of the TOPIC IN FOCUS segments. With the continuing unfolding of all aspects of COVID-19, it seemed only fitting to discuss the topic of anxiety. Using coronavirus to open up a discussion about anxiety in general, Jay and Carlie explore multiple aspects of the nature of anxiety. The two share personal stories about anxiety, and Jay provides some psy...
TOPIC IN FOCUS: Daily Reflection (Week 1)
May 02, 2020 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBJay and Carlie (The Positive Hairstylist) reflect on the previous month's challenge of Yoga. The two share about how they felt challenged by the goal to engage in yoga multiple times a week, but overall express a positive experience from participation. The new topic of a "Daily Reflection" is introduced and Jay puts Carlie on the spot to illustrate how it's done. Details about the practice are explained in the podcast, but Carlie has created templates for people to use if you choose to parti...
John Donovan: Accountability, Demystifying Behaviors and Intentional living
April 28, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBOn this episode Jay sits down with John Donovan. Through his work as a counselor and group facilitator, a bulk of which was spent facilitating conflict resolution workshops at Folsom State Prison, John has developed a very powerful approach to help individuals develop accountability in relationships, demystify patterns of behaviors, and learn to live life with intention in order to ultimately rediscover their authentic self. John's approach can often sound a bit confusing, and John will be t...
John Donovan: Accountability, Demystifying Behaviors and Intentional living
April 28, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBOn this episode Jay sits down with John Donovan. Through his work as a counselor and group facilitator, a bulk of which was spent facilitating conflict resolution workshops at Folsom State Prison, John has developed a very powerful approach to help individuals develop accountability in relationships, demystify patterns of behaviors, and learn to live life with intention in order to ultimately rediscover their authentic self. John's approach can often sound a bit confusing, and John will be t...
TOPIC IN FOCUS: Yoga (Week 3)
April 16, 2020 03:00 - 10 minutes - 7.42 MBJay and Carlie (AKA: The Positive Hairstylist) move into the third week of yoga in this month's "30 Day Challenge," and reflect back on what they have taken away from their nw practice up to this point. Carlie shares that she has moved out of some of the initial desire to resist the practice, while Jay shares his frustrations. The two reflect on topics related to perfectionism, discipline and learning to try new things free from judgement and pressure. Jay's links: Instagram Focus Therapy ...
TOPIC IN FOCUS: Yoga (Week 2)
April 08, 2020 02:00 - 11 minutes - 7.92 MBJay and Carlie (AKA: The Positive Hairstylist) reflect on their first week of yoga in this month's "30 Day Challenge." The two discuss their experience after engaging in 5 different online yoga videos. Both discuss frustrations with their current skill level, but express optimism for what might change in the weeks to come. Jay and Carlie also share about their interesting experience with Yoga Nidra. Jay's links: Instagram Focus Therapy Website Mindfulness Blog Facebook Group Carlie's lin...
TOPIC IN FOCUS: Yoga (Week 1)
April 02, 2020 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.75 MBJay and Carlie (AKA: The Positive Hairstylist) recap on the progress from the first "30 Day Challenge" on mindfulness, and announce the topic for the month of April: YOGA! Jay and Carlie discuss what they learned and took away from the mindfulness challenge, and how that coincidentally timed up nicely with dealing with the COVID-19 global pandemic and the growing "stay at home" orders. The two also discuss what they hope to take away from the new yoga challenge and why the topic was picked. ...
TOPIC IN FOCUS: Mindfulness & Coronavirus (Week 4)
March 23, 2020 02:00 - 11 minutes - 7.68 MBJay and Carlie (Aka: The Positive Hairstylist) head into the home stretch with week 4 of their first "30 Day Challenge," focusing on mindfulness meditation. The two discuss their progress after participating for 3 weeks, and discuss changes they've noticed along the way. The two also discuss implications and importance for developing a mindfulness practice during these worrisome times with the increasing spread of the novel coronavirus. Carlie reflects on making more progress with her abilit...
TOPIC IN FOCUS: Mindfulness Meditation & Coronavirus (Week 3)
March 16, 2020 07:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBJay and Carlie (Aka: The Positive Hairstylist) embark on week 3 of their first "30 Day Challenge," focusing on mindfulness meditation. The two discuss their progress at two weeks in, and discuss changes they've noticed along the way. The two also discuss implications and importance for developing a mindfulness practice during these worrisome times with the increasing spread of the novel coronavirus. Jay briefly touches on panic/anxiety, decision making while under stress, the effect of long ...
Eric White - Depression, Shame and Perseverance to Overcome
March 12, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBIn this episode Jay sits down with Eric White. Eric is the host of another mental health podcast, titled “TheEWpodcast,” and the two met when Jay had the incredible experience of being a guest on Eric's show. Eric started his podcast after years of battling with severe depression, and after finding a therapist and other resources that benefitted him mentally, he decided to continue his quest for knowledge and share with the world. Eric and Jay explore the narrative Eric held onto that seemin...
TOPIC IN FOCUS: Mindfulness Meditation (Week 2)
March 09, 2020 10:00 - 11 minutes - 8.21 MBEach month Jay and Carlie will embark on a month long journey engaging in an activity that has been touted to have mental health benefits, or something that may strengthen and nurture relationships. Each Monday a brief "TOPIC IN FOCUS" episode will go up where the two share thoughts on their progress and share some inspiration to get your week off to a great start! Everyone who listens is welcome to join us on this journey and share your experiences on our social media, or the new "Coming I...
TOPIC IN FOCUS: Mindfulness Meditation (Week 1)
March 02, 2020 06:00 - 8 minutes - 5.83 MBThis is the introductory "30 Day Challenge!" Each month Jay and Carlie will embark on a month long journey engaging in an activity that has been touted to have mental health benefits, or something that may strengthen and nurture relationships. Each Monday a brief "TOPIC IN FOCUS" episode will go up where the two share thoughts on their progress and share some inspiration to get your week off to a great start! Everyone who listens is welcome to join us on this journey and share your experien...
Mike Koch - First Responders Support
March 02, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBOn this episode, Jay sits down with Michael Koch. Mike is currently drug and alcohol counselor, working at West Coast Recovery Centers in Carlsbad, CA, and he hosts a podcast titled Positive Connections Radio – a show intended to help break the stigma of seeking help related to mental health issues among first responders. Prior to all of this, Mike had worked in law enforcement for 19 years, spending the last 10 years as an undercover narcotics agent. After being prescribed Vicodin for an in...
Carlie Roe, Part 2: Old Narratives, Limiting Beliefs and an Alcohol Free Life
February 22, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 53.1 MBThis episode is a continuation of a previous interview with Jay’s wonderful fiancé, Carlie Roe. In the last recording, the couple explored some major obstacles Carlie has overcome to be where she is today, and in this interview they pick up where they left off on Carlie’s evolution. Carlie discusses working through old narratives and limiting belief systems that caused a lot of self-doubt while entering into her new career, and she talks about some lessons related to delayed gratification. J...
Ep. 5: Amir Karkouti - Mind Your Thoughts
February 20, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBOn this episode Jay chats with longtime friend Amir Karkouti. Amir is a master certified, transformative coach who has spent over 10 years as an advisor and mentor to fortune 500 CEO’s, military men and women, and anyone who is looking to get more out of themselves and their lives. Amir is also an author of several books, and the owner of a chain of restaurants called Surf Brother’s Teriyaki. Jay and Amir get into a conversation about Amir’s experience coming to the United States from Iran a...
Ep. 4: Carlie Roe - Relationship Talk and Overcoming Obstacles
February 09, 2020 06:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBOn today’s episode I chat with my amazingly talented finace, Carlie Roe. Carlie is without a doubt one of the most loving and kind hearted people I have ever known, which is probably what really roped me in as we initially started dating…although, I can't lie she's a total babe, too! We get into a pretty candid story of how we met and the funny story of our first date. Carlie also opens up about not graduating high school, the shame that hung over her related to that, and how she finally mad...
Ep. 4: Carlie Roe - Relationship Talk and Overcoming Obstacles
February 09, 2020 06:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBOn today’s episode I chat with my amazingly talented finace, Carlie Roe. Carlie is without a doubt one of the most loving and kind hearted people I have ever known, which is probably what really roped me in as we initially started dating…although, I can't lie she's a total babe, too! We get into a pretty candid story of how we met and the funny story of our first date. Carlie also opens up about not graduating high school, the shame that hung over her related to that, and how she finally mad...
Ep. 3: Jeff Everage - Wim Hof Method, Deep Connection, Asking for Help
February 04, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MBJay sits down with entrepreneur and ex Navy Seal Officer, Jeff Everage. Jeff is a certified Wim Hof Method instructor, and Jay actually got to attend one of his classes and get in the ice bath with everyone. Jay and Jeff discuss aspects of the breath work and cold exposure, involved in the method – and they explore the underlying theme of connection that seems to be at the center of all of the work Jeff does. One such example is the Hold Me Tight couples workshops Jeff runs with his signific...
Ep. 3: Jeff Everage
February 04, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MBJay sits down with entrepreneur and ex Navy Seal Officer, Jeff Everage. Jeff is a certified Wim Hof Method instructor, and Jay actually got to attend one of his classes and get in the ice bath with everyone. Jay and Jeff discuss aspects of the breath work and cold exposure, involved in the method – and they explore the underlying theme of connection that seems to be at the center of all of the work Jeff does. One such example is the Hold Me Tight couples workshops Jeff runs with his signific...
Ep. 2: First Year In Recovery
February 01, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBIn this episode, Jay shares about his first year in recovery. This episode can be seen as a stand alone episode that is intended to give anyone in their first year an idea of what to expect, and how to approach the journey ahead. The information may also be useful for family members with a loved one struggling with addiction. Jay touches on underlying issues that led to his personal struggle, dealing with shame, spirituality, and how he developed coping skills while not being able to afford ...
First Year In Recovery
February 01, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBIn this episode, Jay shares about his first year in recovery. This episode can be seen as a stand alone episode that is intended to give anyone in their first year of recovery an idea of what to expect, and how to approach the journey ahead. The information may also be useful for family members with a loved one struggling with addiction. Jay touches on underlying issues that led to his addiction, dealing with shame, spirituality, and how he developed coping skills while not being able to aff...
Ep. 1: Jay Wick, LMFT
January 29, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBThis is the FIRST episode of the "Coming Into Focus" podcast! "Coming Into Focus" is a mental health podcast, hosted by Jay Wick, licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and owner of Focus Therapy in Encinitas, CA. On this episode Jay is joined by guest co-host, Carlie Roe, who helps interview Jay and tell the story of how he became a therapist. Jay shares his past struggles with addiction, how he got into recovery, how the recovery process has changed for him, and some thoughts on 12-step pr...