Guards Down - Overcoming Complicated Grief and PTSD through Culturally Sensitive Therapy Hosted by Greg Washington
64 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsComplicated grief and PTSD are not something that only veterans deal with when coming home from war. Anyone who has been through or witnessed a traumatic experience can have PTSD or complex grief. But what we do need are veterans who have dealt with PTSD and complicated grief and have found ways to cope and get through. This podcast is devoted to helping people who need support, encouragement, and advice. PTSD and complicated grief now have a voice of healing. Listen to these veterans and experts as we breakdown the treatment options, theories, tools, and techniques that help people get unstuck, overcome suicidal or negative thoughts. Listen and know that your not alone.
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Episodes
Can You Just Pray it Away
July 05, 2021 16:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBIn this episode Greg speaks with Jasmin Hurley, a lawyer and fellow graduate of West Point. She shares her knowledge and experiences on various topics such as education, race and the military, and trauma and grief. Connect with Jasmin: E-Mail: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jasmin.smithhurley Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasminjhurley/ Get Connected with Guards Down: Website: www.guardsdown.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareguardsdown/ Faceb...
The Gift and Curse
June 21, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 49.5 MBGreg Speaks with Patrick Mather, and they share their experiences of being in combat and dealing with the collateral damage of the grief afterwards. Check out this episode as Greg and Patrick break down the difference between guilt and shame and actionable steps you can take to improve your mental health. Connect with Patrick: E-Mail: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/patrick.mather.92 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-mather-0328b072/ Get Connected wit...
Shame or Guilt. Which is Worse?
June 07, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBGreg Speaks with David Hoffmaster where they both break down their passion for helping our veterans dealing with trauma and grief from their service and family life. Connect with David: E-Mail: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/david.hoffmaster.9 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidhoffmaster/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidhoffmaster11/ Get Connected with Guards Down: Website: www.guardsdown.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareguardsd...
Victim or Victor
May 24, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MBIn this episode Greg speaks with former Marine Stephen Colon. Stephen is able to share stories and advice from his past to give people hope while going through challenging times. Greg and Stephen touch on many topics from traumatic upbringings to transitioning out of the military. Connect with Stephen: E-Mail: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephen.colon.52 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenjcolon/ Website: www.knucklehead.agency Instagram: htt...
What if That's Me?
May 10, 2021 16:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBIn this episode Greg speaks with Eric Upchurch, a military veteran and owner of Active Duty Passive Income. Eric speaks on transitioning out of the military and his efforts to add value to others and veterans. Connect with Eric: E-Mail: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eric.upchurch.7 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericupchurch/ Get Connected with Guards Down: Website: www.guardsdown.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareguardsdown/ Faceboo...
Surrender To The Process
May 03, 2021 16:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MBOn this episode Greg brings on his old friend Jerome Myers, and they discuss how a serious accident can cause a ripple effect in your life. Jerome also is able to take lessons from his accident and apply it to everyday life. Connect with Jerome: E-Mail: [email protected] Website: Www.jeromemyers.co Linkedin: Www.linkedin.com/in/jeromemyers Get Connected with Guards Down: Website: www.guardsdown.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareguardsdown/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com...
Surrender To The Process
May 03, 2021 16:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MBOn this episode Greg brings on his old friend Jerome Myers, and they discuss how a serious accident can cause a ripple effect in your life. Jerome also is able to take lessons from his accident and apply it to everyday life. Connect with Jerome: E-Mail: [email protected] Website: Www.jeromemyers.co Linkedin: Www.linkedin.com/in/jeromemyers Get Connected with Guards Down: Website: www.guardsdown.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareguardsdown/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com...
Looking Up to my Heroes
April 26, 2021 16:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBGreg speaks with Kimberly Spacek, the founder of the United States of Camo. Kimberly speaks about her family's rich military history and how it inspired her to start an organization to raise awareness for our veterans. Connect with Kimberly: E-Mail: [email protected] Website: https://www.unitedstatesofcamo.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/unitedstatesofcamo Get Connected with Guards Down: Website: www.guardsdown.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareguardsdown/ Facebo...
Not My Child!
April 19, 2021 16:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MBIn this episode Greg speaks with Helene Rennervik and they discuss the power of hope as she had to go through her son getting diagnosed with cancer at a young age. Connect with Helene: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helenerennervik/ E-Mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.helenerennervik.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100014932537497 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenerennervik/ Get Connected with Guards Down: Website: www.guardsdow...
Escape With my Addiction
April 12, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 74.2 MBGreg chats with Colin Wells, an army vet about his story dealing with grief and trauma, and how he was able to turn it around and create a safe space for veterans to interact and explore alternative healing options. Connect with Colin: Instagram: @veteranswalkandtalk E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.veteranswalkandtalk.com Get Connected with Guards Down: Website: www.guardsdown.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareguardsdown/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gu...
Are You Willing To Hurt Someone Else
April 05, 2021 14:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBGreg has an amazing talk this episode with Kimesha Coleman, a motivational speaker that speaks on her story of surviving domestic and teen violence along with molestation. Kimesha shares her story as well as what got her out of it and into a place to turn it around and to help others that may have similar experiences. Connect with Kimesha: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimeshacoleman/ E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.coachingbykimesha.com Facebook: https://www.facebook...
Giving Myself Grace
March 29, 2021 14:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBIn this episode, Greg speaks with Ranesha Cooper, as she shares her story of dealing with her parent's divorce at a young age. Ranesha lets us in on her amazing journey of learning how to give herself grace as she works through childhood traumas and focuses on her mental health as an adult. Connect with Ranesha: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_khaotikstyles/ E-Mail: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ranesha.cooper Get Connected with Guards Down: Website: www....
Last Act of Love
March 22, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 50 MBGreg speaks with Dr. Eboni Ervin, as she details her stories of wrestling with trauma and grief. Dr. Ervin talks about the tragic loss of her younger brother and how she was able to overcome the pain and how she is now able to help others. Connect with Dr. Ervin: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_eb_erv/ E-Mail: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ebony.ervin.7 Website: www.drebcoaching.com Get Connected with Guards Down: Website: www.guardsdown.com Instagram: htt...
Being Intentional
March 15, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 65.3 MBGreg speaks with an old West Point friend Seneca Vaughn, where they discuss their time together in school and the state of the world. Seneca also dives into the topics of trauma and grief and how she applies her studies of East Asian medicine to help others and herself. Connect with Seneca: Instagram: https://www.instvagram.com/senecaraevaughn/ E-Mail: [email protected] Website: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seneca.stephens.5 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seneca-vaughn-3...
The Reality of My Limits
March 08, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBGreg speaks with Tanya Gauthier, as she shares her story of surviving a traumatic brain injury. Tanya was able to overcome her accident, graduate college and start a non-profit organization that helps out other people dealing with the repercussions of TBIs. Connect with Tanya: Instagram: @TBIncredible E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.tbincredible.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TBIncredible Get Connected with Guards Down: Website: www.guardsdown.com Instagram: https://www.insta...
Having Capacity
February 15, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 61 MBIn this episode Greg speaks with Leslie Porter, a wholistic wellness expert and she speaks on how trauma and grief effects the body as well as ways to help yourself get out of it. [00:01 – 2:48] Opening Segment [2:48 – 24:55] Trauma, Grief and the Effects on the Body Greg and Leslie discuss how trauma and grief can affect the body as well as shape your life Greg and Leslie also go over “collateral damage” and how it could be created because of your trauma and grief [24:55 – 1:03:57] ...
Cultured to Grief and Dancing
February 08, 2021 17:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBIn this episode Greg has a conversation with Gabrielle Fernandez about trauma and grief and her experiences. She also goes into detail on how she uses dance to help herself and others through the coping process. Connect with Gabrielle: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.d.fernandez.7 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elladancefit/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-fernandez-4a37863a/ E-Mail: [email protected] Get Connected with Guards Down: Website: www.gu...
Why Cannabis?
January 25, 2021 17:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBIn this episode Greg speaks with an expert on CBD and Cannabis, Dr. Mary Clifton. Listen to find out everything you need to know on healthy and safe usage. Connect with Dr. Clifton: Website: https://www.cbdandcannabisinfo.com; https://tiocm.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/instituteofcannabinoidmed/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmaryclifton/ E-Mail: [email protected] Get Connected with Guards Down: Website: www.guardsdown.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wea...
Afraid of Being Weak. Can't Be Me
January 19, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBIn this episode Greg brings in his close friend Mary Tobin, and that chat about a variety of topics. They range from leadership, to helping others with their trauma and grief, and encouraging veterans that they are more than their rank. Connect with Mary: Website: https://www.maryltobin.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charisma715/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaryTobin15 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryltobin/ E-Mail: [email protected] Get Connected with Guards ...
What's Real and What's Fake - Brian Anderson
December 28, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBIn this episode Greg chats with Brian Anderson, and they talk about his amazing redemption from being homeless as a child, drug addiction and suicide attempts. Now Brian is able to turn all of that around and help other people that have similar stories. Connect with Brian Anderson: Website: http://www.beautiful-scars.org/non-profit-behavioral-health-care-about-us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000291800792 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-anderson-49545b95/...
It's This Thing Called Moral Injustice - John Gronski
December 21, 2020 17:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBGet Connected: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareguardsdown/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guardsdown Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/guards-down/ Buzzsprout: https://693874.buzzsprout.com/693874 Support the show
Will You Be Here When I'm Ready - June Copeland
December 14, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 77.3 MBSupport the show
Learning on the Fly - Stephen Davis
December 07, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBIn this episode Greg chats with an old friend, Stephen Davis, on how he learned to deal with grief on the fly. Get Connected: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareguardsdown/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guardsdown Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/guards-down/ Buzzsprout: https://693874.buzzsprout.com/693874 Support the show
When Talking Doesn't Help - Bridgette Bell
November 05, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 53.9 MBSupport the show
The Voice of The Unheard - Howard Conyers
November 03, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBSupport the show
Labeled And Misunderstood - Kimberly Caldwell
November 03, 2020 12:00 - 52 minutes - 35.7 MBSupport the show
Can't Explain What You Never Felt - Tawnya Scott-Bouma
November 03, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MBSupport the show
Personal Growth And The Limits Of Blind Anger - Luke Wade
November 03, 2020 11:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MBSupport the show
The Need For Second Chances - Juwan Griffith
October 14, 2020 10:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBGrowing up in a single-parent home, Juwan Griffith has exhibited trauma and grief signs since the early years of his childhood. He enrolled as a cadet at the United States Military Academy at West Point but couldn’t finish it. Picking himself up from the darkness, Juwan rose and put his life back on track. [00:01 – 04:24] Opening Segment I welcome the guest, Juwan Griffith Juwan talks about his background Sports Performance Coach at Varsity House Gym [04:25 – 18:58] Dealing with Trauma ...
The Different Battlefields of Life - Joe Bogdan
October 07, 2020 10:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBJoe Bogdan is a Chief Master Sergeant in the US Air Force and has been serving for 19 years. Born in Songtan, South Korea, they migrated to the USA when he was still an infant. He is a USAF Senior Enlisted Leader, Professor of Leadership Studies, Co-Founder of Llama-Leadership.com & Llama Lounge Podcast. [00:01 – 11:57] Opening Segment Joe Bogdan gives a little bit of background about himself Chief Master Sergeant in the Air Force Been serving for 19 years Joe talks about his childhood ...
Behavior Will Tell You Who You Are - Tom Satterly
September 28, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 53.4 MBTom Satterly is one of the most highly regarded Special Operations operators in American military history. In today’s episode, Tom shares his war stories and personal battle with PTS. [00:01 – 09:55] Opening Segment Tom Satterly talks about his background and his history in the military He served 25 years in the military Taking somebody else’s dream and making it his reality [09:56 – 13:36] The Military Culture We talk about the military culture A whole different culture in itself ...
Leading Through Trauma - Nate Hunterton
September 07, 2020 22:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBToday I had the pleasure of speaking with West Point Alumnus and Executive Territory Manager at Terumo Medical Corporation, Nate Hunterton. Let’s dive into Nate’s story of how he leads his men in dealing with their trauma and grief. [00:01 – 06:05] Opening Segment Nate gives a little bit of background about himself Served for five years in the army We reminisce our days at the academy together [06:05 – 11:49] Dealing with Trauma and Grief Nate talks about his childhood growing up Had...
Reaching Your Boiling Point - Eric Owens
August 31, 2020 22:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MBToday I had the pleasure of speaking with the military, and program manager at Veritiv Corporation, Eric Owens. Let’s dive into Eric’s story of how important acceptance is in your process of healing. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 – 04:14] Opening Segment Eric talks about his background Went to West Point Academy Served in the military Now works in corporate America [04:15 – 27:23] Dealing with Trauma and Grief Growing up, were you taught how to deal with trauma and g...
Living On The Other Side - Jason Holzer
August 24, 2020 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBToday I had the pleasure of speaking with storyteller, speaker, teacher, and basketball coach, Jason Holzer. Let's dive into Jason's story of how learning forgiveness is the first step toward moving forward. [00:01 – 2:00] Opening Segment Jason gives a little bit of his backstory [02:01 – 10:33] Dealing with Trauma and Grief Growing up, were you taught how to deal with trauma and grief? Jason weighs in on the cultural differences in coping with trauma [10:34 – 16:46] The Collateral Da...
Learning About Purpose - Ben Bateman
August 17, 2020 13:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBI had the pleasure of speaking to my good friend and West Point classmate, Ben Bateman. Ben was deployed twice overseas, then took off from the military and is currently working at Los Alamos National Laboratory to help with the Nuclear Deterrence mission. Let’s dive into Ben’s Story and learn how he found his purpose outside of service. [00:01 – 07:25] Opening Segment Ben talks about his background Ben talks about his inspiration to pursue his path in the military [07:26 – 22:10] Deali...
My Demons are My Friends - Erik Mineo
August 10, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 47.3 MBI had the pleasure to speak with a dear friend and United States Military Academy West Point Alumni, Erik Mineo Let’s dive into Erik’s Story and learn he embraced his demons and found love through trauma. [00:01 – 09:20] Opening Segment Erik talks about his background Erik shares his various careers after his years in the military [09:21 – 35:12] Dealing with Trauma and Grief Erik talks about his childhood the influence of his parents Enduring, learning, and finding love through trau...
The Meaning of Moral Injury - Alton McCallum
August 05, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBAlton McCallum was a Field Artillery Officer deployed in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Kuwait. Overall, Alton served a total of 11 years in the military before opening up a critical mental health counseling center. Let’s dive into Alton’s Story and learn how he overcame Trauma and become a mental health counselor [00:01 – 05:06] Opening Segment Alton talks about his background After his time in the military he helped other veterans with his mental health counseling center Alton talks about his...
Embrace The Process - John Thurman Jr.
July 27, 2020 22:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MBToday I had the pleasure of speaking with public speaker and family medicine physician at Great River Health System, Dr. John Thurman, Jr. Let’s dive into John’s story about how recognizing that you have a problem and embracing the process is the beginning of healing. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 – 04:07] Opening Segment John talks about his background Born and raised in Medlin, Texas Went to medical school after serving in the army [04:08 – 20:48] Dealing with Traum...
Living in Misery - Tiffany Montgomery
July 20, 2020 10:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBToday I had the pleasure of speaking with an alum of the United States Military Academy West Point, Tiffany Montgomery. Let’s dive into Tiffany’s story about how important it is never to feel sorry for yourself. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 – 05:27] Opening Segment Tiffany talks about her background Went to West Point – a military academy Got a scholarship to attend medical school at Boston University Tiffany talks about getting into a car accident [05:28 – 16:59] De...
Sanctuary - Jas Boothe
July 13, 2020 22:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBToday I had the pleasure of talking with entrepreneur, speaker, and US army veteran, Jas Boothe. Let’s dive into Jas’ story of how learning to accept things as they are, will help you in dealing and coping with even the most difficult experiences in life. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 – 05:07] Opening Segment Jas talks about her background and how her journey began Played basketball for Mississippi Valley State University Studied mass communications in college before e...
Reach - Anthony Coaxum
July 06, 2020 10:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBToday I had the pleasure of speaking with the former military and NFL coach, Tony Coaxum Let’s dive into Tony’s story of how important it is to never give up on yourself. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 11:34] Opening Segment Tony gives a little bit of background about himself He served in the military He got a coaching job in the NFL and won a Super Bowl Tony talks about developing young talents Difficulties of helping these kids during this COVID-19 pandemic Do not...
Who is the Problem - Chris Larsen
June 29, 2020 10:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBToday I had the pleasure of speaking with the Entrepreneur, podcast host, and founder of the Next-Level Income, Chris Larsen. Let’s dive into Chris’s story of how seeking the right help can help you cope up with grief. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:16] Opening Segment Chris talks about his background and journey into real estate He did cycling races Grew his single-family portfolio into a multifamily property [04:17 - 11:48] Dealing with Trauma and Grief Chris ta...
Soldier Up - Tres Artis
June 22, 2020 10:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBToday I had the pleasure of speaking with Sergeant 1st Class and serving for 17 years in the US Army, Tres Artis. Let’s dive into Tres’ story of dealing with trauma and finding a way that works for you. [00:01 – 2:44] Opening Segment Tres talks about his background and experiences in the army Served 5 tours 3 to Iraq, 1 to UAE and 1 to Afghanistan [02:45 – 10:57] Dealing with Trauma and Grief Tres shares about being diagnosed with Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Tres talks abo...
That's All I Am - Sean Patton
June 15, 2020 10:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBToday I had the pleasure of speaking with former US Military founder of Stronger Leaders Stronger Profits, Sean Patton. Let’s dive into Sean’s story of how trauma affected him and continuously fighting against it. [00:01 – 5:26] Opening Segment Sean shares a little bit about his background Served in the military Got his MBA after and now owns a martial arts company A quick shout out from Sean His company and social media accounts. See below for links [5:27 – 16:04] Dealing with Traum...
Going Unnoticed - Donte Smith
June 08, 2020 10:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBToday I had the pleasure of speaking with former Navy Veteran, and now a financial advisor, Donte Smith. Let’s dive into Donte’s story of how therapy helped him in coping up with trauma. [00:01 – 05:35] Opening Segment Donte talks about his time in the US Navy and a little bit of himself Was in the navy’s medical corps for 5 years [05:36 – 14:35] Dealing with Trauma and Grief Donte talks about how he grew up in a broken family His parents separated when he was young Mother remarried ...