This is a podcast filled with therapists, psychologists, authors, and regular people where we talk about mental and emotional health. We take complex topics and break them down, often over snacks and coffee. Our goal is to provide free, digestible mental health discussions to help build a more healthy, supportive community. Join Samuel, Sarah, and Julie every other week on Tuesdays (or whenever you feel like listening)! Our segments: “Off the Beaten Path” is a special episode that features i ...
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Take a deep breath and stretch! This is a great time to feel and listen to your body. Whether you are standing or sitting, join Julie in being mindful while you stretch and take up space. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reac…
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Episode 110: Emotional Gifts and Activation (Pain)
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This is a tough episode, but an important one! Join the community as they sit down and talk about pain. What are the positives of pain when it's well managed? What are the negatives when it's out of control? -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about…
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Deep Breath 37: How to Find Calm
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Whew, we've had a few deep episodes in a row! Sarah explores how to regain your "breath" and how she has been finding calm. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and start a conversation with us! We would love to hear fr…
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Episode 109: Emotional Gifts and Activation (Anger and Fear)
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The positives to anger? The negatives to joy? It may sound strange but understanding both the benefits and limitations to our emotions is life giving. Join Sarah, Julie, and Samuel as they open the series on Emotional Gifts to anger and fear. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help …
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Sit down with Julie as she talks about a secure attachment to time, a concept by Linda Tai. Finding that secure attachment to time can come in "small doses that bring healing and life." Make this episode one of those moments! -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spr…
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CR gets down to business with this episode about Anger and how it impacts our day-to-day. How does anger affect us? What do different types of anger feel like? -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and start a conversati…
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A deep breath about breathing! Join Sarah as she talks about "belly breathing" to help bring you back to home base. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and start a conversation with us! We would love to hear from you o…
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Episode 107: Off the Beaten Path with Dr. Stuart Palmer (Part 2)
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Join Julie and Samuel as they welcome Dr. Stuart Palmer to the show. In Part 1 (Episode 101), Stuart and the crew discussed concepts about psychodynamic therapy. This week we dive into the application of psychodynamic approaches and how to identify it in relationships and in the therapy room. We talk about affects, Jenga, difficult conversations, t…
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Join Julie for this week's episode on slowing down and taking notice of your body. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and start a conversation with us! We would love to hear from you on Facebook or Instagram or you ca…
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Episode 106: Children's Books that Inspire Your Brain
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Big pictures? Word searches? Crayons? Count me in! Join us this week as we talk about great kids books for your brain. We talk about "Good Night to Your Fantastic Elastic Brain" and it has some fantastic resources for kids and adults alike. We also discuss "The Brain Colouring Book," which is a fun activity book that combines learning about your ne…
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Join Julie as she talks about the new year, welcoming light and warmth, being responsive to our needs and counterbalancing when we notice something...all of that is attachment! -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and s…
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-- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and start a conversation with us! We would love to hear from you on Facebook or Instagram or you can email us at communityroutes.pod@gmail.com Special Thanks to Julie Richards for ho…
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Episode 104: Unpack ”Every Memory Deserves Respect”
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Join Julie as she unpacks "Every Memory Deserves Respect," an indepth look at EMDR. Julie discusses the book and unpacks the patient and therapists' perspective. Julie has recently gotten EMDR certified and CIT certified through EMDRIA. She brings that perspective as well. There are some absolute gems in this episode so it's worth a listen! "Unproc…
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Join Mom as she talks about the struggles of feeling stuck and how to cope. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and start a conversation with us! We would love to hear from you on Facebook or Instagram or you can email…
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Episode 103: Trail Mix (Spiritual Mystical Bananas)
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Alternate Title: Listening to the Body Join Samuel, Julie, and Sarah as they do a trail mix on how to listen to your body and how to check in. Julie gives out some good tips while Sarah and Samuel provide some real world experiences. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can ge…
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Join Julie for an important talk on being present. How can you find micro moments in your day? Remind yourself it is good to pause. Find awareness in your times of pause. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and start a…
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Episode 102: Changing Seasons
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Join Samuel, Julie, and Sarah for an episode about the changing seasons, how to stay positive, and how to thrive in unfavorable weather. Check out Samuel and Julie on Guy Macpherson's Trauma Therapist. Check out Steve Dodge's new single: Can't Dodge This -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need a…
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Join Samuel as he discusses refocusing, specifically when there is a lot happening. Check out our Holiday Help episodes! 1 2 3 -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and start a conversation with us! We would love to hear…
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Episode 101: Off the Beaten Path with Dr. Stuart Palmer
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This week Julie and Samuel sit down with a very influential Dr. Stuart Palmer. Stuart takes complex concepts about psychodynamic therapy and we connect it to some of the concepts we have been talking about this season. You can reach Stuart at www.slpcounseling.com. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify…
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Join Samuel as he observes the ebb and flow that exists within life. (Also bonus poem) -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and start a conversation with us! We would love to hear from you on Facebook or Instagram or yo…
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Episode 100: We did it! (Not Done Yet)
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Join Samuel, Julie, and Sarah for our HUNDREDTH episode! We talk old memories, what 100 episodes feels like, and how real life is lived with our community (including you!). Thanks for joining us on this journey so far; we are looking forward to the continued walk together in this adventure called life. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroute…
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Join Samuel as he celebrates our individual perspectives on the world. It's like taking a walk with Samuel and hearing the reflections on his mind, while your heart gets filled up with a dose of authentic encouragement for your day and week. What could be better? -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! …
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Episode 99: Off the Beaten Path with Dr. Rick Butts
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Samuel and Julie welcome a familiar friend to the show, Dr. Rick Butts. Rick has been a huge influence on Julie and you'll get to hear how Pia is connected to the group as well. We discuss family of origin work and how to be an authentic author. You can check out more of Dr. Rick Butts at https://www.drrickbutts.com/ and Healing Our Core Issues Ins…
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Join Julie as she takes a moment to reflect on the transition back to school and the influential teachers who have impacted our lives. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and start a conversation with us! We would love…
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Episode 98: Unpack That ”Trauma Made Simple”
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Join Julie as she unpacks a book from one of our favorite guests, Dr. Jamie Marich! Julie unpacks "Trauma Made Simple," which is a guide that covers everything from assessments to things regarding addiction and grief. Julie covers things like "Has trauma become a buzzword?" and the importance of letting our wounds heal. We just had Jamie on our sho…
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Join Julie for some awesome thoughts about bringing yourself to the present moment. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and start a conversation with us! We would love to hear from you on Facebook or Instagram or you c…
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Episode 97: Off the Beaten Path with Dr. Jamie Marich and Dr. Steve Dansiger
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Join Julie as she welcomes Dr. Jamie Marich (www.jamiemarich.com) and Dr. Steve Dansiger as they discuss trauma, the 12 Steps, recovery, and some great resources to support your healing and growth! Dr. Marich and Dr. Dansiger have a great book coming out soon! Preorder here: https://www.northatlanticbooks.com/shop/trauma-and-the-12-steps-the-workbo…
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Take a deep breath with Sarah as she leads you through a guided session of breath and affirmation. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and start a conversation with us! We would love to hear from you on Facebook or Ins…
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Episode 96: Off the Beaten Path with Jenny Hughes
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Join Samuel and Julie as they go off the beaten path with licensed clinical psychologist Jenny Hughes. Jenny specializes in the treatment of trauma and PTSD. As a clinician, she practices EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure therapy. Jenny has published a workbook designed for clients to use on their own or with their therapis…
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Join Sarah for a fantastic deep breath; check in with yourself and find some self reflection with her. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and start a conversation with us! We would love to hear from you on Facebook or…
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Episode 95: Off the Beaten Path with Nita Sweeney
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Join Samuel and Julie as they sit down with the brilliant Nita Sweeney; author, runner, and dog mom. A lot of good discussion is had as they talk about movement and healing, daily mindfulness, and a lot more. Mindfulness coach Nita Sweeney is the bestselling wellness author of the award-winning running and mental health memoir, Depression Hates a M…
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Join Samuel for a quick breath of encouragement. Celebrate your resilience! -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and start a conversation with us! We would love to hear from you on Facebook or Instagram or you can email…
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The gang gets together after a long break for Samuel and what it feels like to be back. We discuss reengaging, what that feels like, and some ways to succeed. The poem Sarah shared: Wild Geese You do not have to be good. You do not have to walk on your knees For a hundred miles through the desert, repenting. You only have to let the soft animal of …
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Deep Breath 23: Container
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Join Julie as she talks about a new term this week! Container is a practice to strategically let something wait for now. It is knowing our limitations so that we don't do too much too fast and re-traumatize ourselves. There are lots of practical things that can serve as a container, but also some more creative ways for hard things to be held -- in …
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Join Julie for a new tool to help in those times of overwhelm. Calm Safe Place is a feeling that gives you strength, peace, comfort. A Room of Requirement so to speak. What does that look like for you? How does it change? -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread …
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Episode 93: Off the Beaten Path with Holly Jedlicka
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Join Julie, Sarah, and guest Holly Jedlicka and learn about Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) at PBJ Connections. These licensed professionals partner first and foremost with mental health care in their work, with horses as one modality to support the healing and growth of the client. PBJ Connections uses a team approach for all ages and is an LG…
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Join Julie in this guided visualization that can be used to energize you, empower you, calm you or soothe you. Human brains love creativity and imagination! Light, colors, sounds, and slow left right bilateral taps can give your nervous system a great reset. It's a practice you can keep coming back to and see how it changes your perspective. -- Our…
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Episode 92: Off the Beaten Path with Angela Sillas Green
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Join Julie and Sarah as they sit down with Angela Sillas Green, a licensed professional counselor and trainer. Join Angela as she discusses relationships, mindfulness, being embodied, authenticity, and play therapy! Find more about Angela here! Other links mentioned: Synergetic Play Therapy StandUP Community Outreach -- Our links: https://linktr.ee…
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Join Julie for a Deep Breath of Nature! Julie will guide you along to feel grounded while hiking or taking a walk. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and start a conversation with us! We would love to hear from you on…
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Episode 91: Off the Beaten Path with Timberlee Harris
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Join Julie and Sarah as they sit down with Timberlee Harris, an art therapist from our very own Columbus, Ohio. Timberlee shares about her process in learning about herself through art, reducing the inner critic, and gives practical ideas for finding your flow. Find more about Timberlee here! -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please r…
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Julie reminds us how to find the calm in what may feel like a storm. Finding solid ground and finding home base can be the difference maker. Julie talks real physical things you can do to help in those situations. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word…
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Episode 90: Trail Mix! Right Brain and Connecting with Your Body
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We've talked about a lot of deep topics lately and the gang felt it was time for a trailmix! Join Samuel, Julie, and Sarah as they discuss right brain questions, how to love yourself, and a little sprinkle of Sarah's connection with horses. Take away what you like best or enjoy it all! -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us …
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Join Julie as we appreciate our brain, body and nervous systems in how they work together to help us engage in the world in ways that are meaningful and life giving! This body scan supports us cherishing aspects of being human that we might not always think of! --- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! W…
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Episode 89: Yoga and a Healthy Mind
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Join Samuel, Julie, and Sarah as we talk about a very inspiring topic...Yoga! Join Sarah and Julie as they share their experiences with yoga and how they have benefited from it. Sarah and Julie talk about their favorite instructor, Adriene. You can find more of Yoga with Adriene here. New to yoga? No worries! Samuel asks a plethora of basic questio…
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Mindfulness is present moment awareness without judgment. Create space to notice and pause. Julie shares five things that you can use to develop your mindfulness muscles. --- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and start …
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Episode 88: The Heart of Trauma
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Join Julie as she unpacks The Heart of Trauma by Bonnie Badenoch. How are your body and mind connected? How do your conscious and unconscious interact? What does it feel like to live with trauma and how do we heal? Learn about "right brained questions" to tap into your body's answer. Julie drops a lot more on this Unpack That! Follow Bonnie's work …
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Join Julie as she takes a deep breath and embraces expressive arts and creativity. How can being creative help your brain? What are ways you can find opportunities for creativity? --- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out a…
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Episode 87: Off the Beaten Path with Rotem Brayer
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Join Julie and Samuel as they sit down with EMDR specialist Rotem Brayer. Rotem sheds a lot of light into the significance of EMDR. The gang goes into detail with Rotem about how EMDR can actually reverse the effects of PTSD. Join Samuel as Rotem blows his mind with amygdala and amygdalae, as well as other interesting benefits of EMDR. Check out Ro…
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Join Julie as she talks about experiencing the breath. What do you feel in the moments of breath? How can you feel the breath in your body? Join Julie as she explores this concept with you! --- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. R…
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Episode 86: Dissociation
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This week the gang dives into a really interesting discussion about dissociation and how we all frequently use dissociation as a tool. Wild, right? Julie sheds light on what dissociation looks and feels like, as well as some reasons for why we use dissociation. --- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! W…
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