Heal Your Roots Podcast

Heal Your Roots Wellness

Awaken and inspire your mind! Heal Your Roots Podcast aims to help identify our roles of who we thought we were to grow new foundations of who we want to be now. Your roots impact your future. They help determine what path to take to achieve desired results, avoid repeating mistakes, and appreciate what makes you uniquely you. As we open up to share inspiring stories and expert approaches, we’ll uncover a deeper look at the world of therapy from new perspectives. You’ll meet the therapists of Heal Your Roots Wellness practice, the supportive community being built within the practice, and trusted colleagues tackling mental well-being.We'll cover cultural and commonly stigmatized themes with topics that include trauma, depression, self-love, body image, relationships, anxiety, addiction, marginalization, communication, gender identity, and more.New Episodes are released every other Wednesday on all streaming platforms! read less

Breaking the Silence: Mental Health and First Responders with Majet Reyes, LPC
Mar 15 2023
Breaking the Silence: Mental Health and First Responders with Majet Reyes, LPC
Majet Reyes, LPC, delves into the idea of letting go of control in our lives. She discusses the challenges that arise from holding onto control, and the ways in which this can limit our ability to connect with others, experience joy and fulfillment, and grow as individuals. Drawing on her experiences working with first responders, Majet shares how the pressure to be strong and heroic can lead to trauma and burnout, highlighting the importance of self-care and vulnerability in maintaining one's well-being.Majet also emphasizes the power of taking a pause and building sustainable practices over time, rather than trying to make sweeping changes all at once. She explains how cultivating self-love and resilience can help us weather the ups and downs of life, and encourages listeners to explore these concepts in their own lives.Through her compassionate and insightful approach, Majet offers practical strategies and tools for navigating life's challenges, and reminds us of the importance of prioritizing our own well-being. Join us for an inspiring conversation on the power of letting go, and the possibilities that arise when we embrace vulnerability and self-love.**Trigger Warning**Before we begin, we want to issue a trigger warning. Today's episode includes a discussion of suicide and suicidal ideation. We understand that these topics can be difficult to hear for some listeners, and we want to make sure everyone is aware before continuing.We believe it's important to have open and honest conversations about mental health, but we also want to prioritize the well-being of our audience. If you feel like this episode might be triggering for you, we encourage you to take care of yourself first and foremost. There's no shame in stepping away and seeking support if you need it.If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or behaviors, please know that you're not alone. There are resources available to you, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, which is available 24/7 at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255).Check out the rest of the Heal Your Roots Podcast episodes at our website.
Let's Talk Sex with Maureen McCarthy, LSW
Dec 7 2022
Let's Talk Sex with Maureen McCarthy, LSW
Listen in on Episode 12 featuring Maureen McCarthy, (Licensed Social Worker/LSW), and co-hosts Kira Yakubov, LMFT (Founder and Lead Therapist), and Daniela Galdi (Health & Wellness Professional).  PART 1What we wished we learned in Sex Ed class and what we were scared to ask in school. PART 2 Let’s talk porn; From discovering what turns you on and how to express that to your partner. All the way to tips for parents on navigating conversations about porn with their kids. PART 3Learning to step outside your comfort zone in order to explore your sexuality and knowledge of sex. How to find events, classes, and workshops in your city. Some episode highlights include...Tips for parents on how to discuss the topic of porn with their kids in a healthy and non judgmental way.Reclaiming your power through words and sexuality. Tips on how to feel more confident to share your desire for sexual exploration with your partner.Resources for educational porn for adults.“Orgasm Order Form” - Sharing with partners specifically what turns you on. How to find workshops, classes, and events for sex education in your city.Learning about lube, sex toys, and visiting sex shops. Safe spaces to explore and expand your sexual knowledge within the community.Ways to invite kink into your life.SOURCES REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE:https://www.o.school/https://passionalboutique.com/collections/educationhttps://passion101.ticketleap.com/https://www.museumofsex.com/More About Maureen…Maureen McCarthy is a Licensed Social Worker based in Central Pennsylvania. She graduated from Shippensburg University with her Master’s in Social Work and is certified in ‘Affirmative Therapy for Transgender Communities’ from Widener University.Maureen has extensive experience working with gender expansive and sexually diverse individuals, including but not limited to the LGBTQIIA+, Polyam/CNM and BDSM/kink communities. In addition, to folks facing life transitions, stress, self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, and trauma.  Connect on Instagram @glowngrowtherapyConnect with Heal Your Roots Wellness  |  @heal_your_roots_wellnessReady to talk with a professional?  Schedule a Free Consultation Call***Disclaimer:  This episode contains sensitive content that is not appropriate for young listeners. This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.Check out the rest of the Heal Your Roots Podcast episodes at our website.
Navigating Substance Use and Recovery…
Nov 23 2022
Navigating Substance Use and Recovery…
Listen in on Episode 11 featuring Brooke Aymes, LCSW (Owner & Dually Licensed Therapist at Gaining Grace), and co-hosts Kira Yakubov, LMFT (Founder and Lead Therapist), and Daniela Galdi (Health & Wellness Professional).  PART 1 - Getting to know Brooke Aymes, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor in New Jersey as she shares her journey on recovery and using her experience to help others affected by substance use and addiction.  PART 2 -  Navigating Substance Use with Family and Relationship Dynamics PART 3 - How to Prioritize Ourselves and Manage Boundaries.Content Considerations: Mentions of Mental Illness. Recreational drug use recounted. Some episode highlights include...Tools to Navigate What Can and Cannot be Controlled When Supporting Mental Health Impacted by AddictionRelatability and Supportive Community Resources to Help in Making Decisions, Boundaries for FamiliesWorking with People Struggling with Addiction or Seeking Long Term Recovery from AddictionRebuilding Self-Esteem and Moving Towards Conquering Goals Understanding the Duality of Mental Illness and Substance Use DisorderMore From Brooke…“Hey! I’m Brooke, I am the owner of Gaining Grace and a licensed clinical social worker and licensed drug and alcohol counselor in the state of NJ. I grew up in New Jersey and experienced a troubled adolescence and early adulthood. By the age of 23 I had nothing to my name as a result and decided to try to rebuild my life. Somehow that decision landed me here -- I graduated college with a Masters degree in Social Work at the age of 28, worked in several substance abuse facilities, became dually licensed and now have a private practice specializing in addiction and mental illness. I am passionate about helping others put together some of the puzzle pieces of their own lives and helping them to find peace within themselves. When I am not working, I am a full time wife and mama who loves hiking mountains, sleeping in tents, hearing the waves crash on the ocean, listening to Taylor Swift and eating Chipotle.” ***Connect with Heal Your Roots Wellness  |  @heal_your_roots_wellnessReady to talk with a professional?  Schedule a Free Consultation Call***Connect with Daniela Galdi  |  @danieladoeswhatCheck out the rest of the Heal Your Roots Podcast episodes at our website.
Mental Health Support For Men...
Nov 9 2022
Mental Health Support For Men...
Listen in on Episode 10 featuring David Koppisch, LSW (Licensed Social Worker, Therapist, Community Organizer, Social Work Educator), and co-hosts Kira Yakubov, LMFT (Founder and Lead Therapist), and Daniela Galdi (Health & Wellness Professional and HYR Podcast Producer).  PART 1 -Getting to know Heal Your Roots Wellness therapist, David Koppisch, LSW, and his journey from a social impact and community policy focus  to a career in clinical therapy. PART 2 -  Men’s Mental Health, Helping Identify Emotions, and Cultivating Relationships Outside of the Household. PART 3 - The Effect of How We Were Brought up, Childhood Relationships, Development, and Growth into Adulthood by Identifying Feelings within the Body to Better Express Emotion and Needs. Content Considerations: Mentions of Mental Illness. Some episode highlights include...Tools to Navigate Transition, Particularly Within a Career Cultivating Friendships Outside of the Household and Processing Negative EmotionsBuilding emotional support and connection. Figuring out what or who is their support network outside of a romantic relationship?Expressing Emotions for Men or Men who Identify as MaleSocial Emotional Learning and The idea of/need for Emotional Education for Young Children –  What Is Social-Emotional Learning? | Committee for Children (cfchildren.org)More About David…David has been working in the social work field since 1994 when he earned his MSW from Temple University. He has spent the majority of his career as a community organizer in Philadelphia. He’s also served in policy advocacy, fundraising, and communications roles for several nonprofit organizations. He was co-founder of POWER: Interfaith Movement, a coalition that advocated for school funding equity, criminal justice reform, and living wages for service workers. He also served as director of strategy for a university-based action research center focused on student basic needs insecurity. Since 2012, David has been a teacher at the University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy and Practice.David is a licensed social worker and recently began expanding his practice to include clinical work with individuals, couples and families. David lives in Philadelphia with his wife, two children and their little dog Franny. ***Connect with Heal Your Roots Wellness  |  @heal_your_roots_wellnessReady to talk with a professional?  Schedule a Free Consultation Call***Connect with Daniela Galdi  |  @danieladoeswhatA ByVesta Production  |  @byvestaagency Check out the rest of the Heal Your Roots Podcast episodes at our website.
Communication and Connection...
Oct 26 2022
Communication and Connection...
Listen in on Episode 9 featuring Joslyn Justi, LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist), and co-hosts Kira Yakubov, LMFT (Founder and Lead Therapist), and Daniela Galdi (Health & Wellness Professional and HYR Podcast Producer).  PART 1 -Building Mindfulness on Nonverbal Cues when Communicating in RelationshipsPART 2 - Examples of How to Feel Connected to Your PartnerPART 3 - Positive and Negative Reinforcement in Relationships Content Considerations: Mentions of Mental Illness. Some episode highlights include...Tools to Navigate Conflict Resolution and Differing Opinions from a Therapist’s Point of ViewWork through Discomfort when Sharing FeelingsBuilding Deeper, Realistic, and Consistent Connection with your PartnerGottman Bids for AffectionSuggestions for Quality Time GrowthMore About Joslyn…“I began an interest in psychology when I was about 16 and watched a documentary about the girl genie who could not learn proper language due to abuse and surpassing the critical point of language learning. Earned my BA in psychology from penn state Behrend and earned my masters in clinical and counseling psychology at chestnut hill college. I’ve worked in a variety of environments and have treated multiple age groups and populations.”***Connect with Heal Your Roots Wellness  |  @heal_your_roots_wellnessReady to talk with a professional?  Schedule a Free Consultation Call***Connect with Daniela Galdi  |  @danieladoeswhatA ByVesta Production  |  @byvestaagencyCheck out the rest of the Heal Your Roots Podcast episodes at our website.
40 Years of Couples Therapy Experience...
Oct 12 2022
40 Years of Couples Therapy Experience...
Listen in on Episode 8 featuring Jean Meston, LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist), and co-hosts Kira Yakubov, LMFT (Founder and Lead Therapist), and Daniela Galdi (Health & Wellness Professional and HYR Podcast Producer).  PART 1 -Getting to know therapist, Jean Meston, LMFT, therapy professional for 40 years, speaking on her counseling journey, the impact of physiology, enjoyment in couples work, and her approach looking at what they create together through systems. PART 2 - A perspective into the Physiology that underlies the behavior, tools to use during criticisms, the Gottman Method, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Overview, and Developing the “Wise Mind.”PART 3 - Pursuance vs Withdrawal in Conflict and The Power of Mindful Meditation Content Considerations: Mentions of Mental Illness. Some episode highlights include...What led Jean to become a therapistReflecting deeper on relationship behaviorsWorking through insecurities, stress responses, and beliefsTips on Forgiveness and Rebuilding TrustMore About Jean…“My counseling career began 42 years ago, but all of my life experiences have contributed to the woman I have become as well as the counselor. I have participated in an undergraduate exchange program with traditionally Black colleges. I was a high school history teacher in a white working class community. I became a residence hall counselor at a large urban university, and became counseling psychologist at a small liberal arts college. To quote Bob Dylan,  he or she who is not busy growing is dying.I am committed to exposing myself to new approaches to doing therapy and in some cases I choose more than mere exposure. Examples of those include Emotionally Focused Therapy, the Gottman Method, Mindfulness Meditation, Internal Family Systems, and applications of neuroscience to counseling outcomes.”***Connect with Heal Your Roots Wellness  |  @heal_your_roots_wellnessReady to talk with a professional?  Schedule a Free Consultation Call***Connect with Daniela Galdi  |  @danieladoeswhatA ByVesta Production  |  @byvestaagencyCheck out the rest of the Heal Your Roots Podcast episodes at our website.
Dating...
Sep 28 2022
Dating...
Listen in on Episode 7 featuring Leeor Gal, LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist), and co-hosts Kira Yakubov, LMFT (Founder and Lead Therapist), and Daniela Galdi (Health & Wellness Professional and HYR Podcast Producer).  PART 1 -Getting to know therapist, Leeor Gal, LMFT, and how she specializes with individuals around attachment styles, dating, transitioning periods, young adults, her philosophy with each client, and the motivation behind creating her journal, Empower Your Mind, which includes prompts and understandings on gratitude, self-care, and weekly themes helping you where to start. PART 2 -   Common Issues that come up with Clients around Dating. Approaches and Healthy Management Tools for relationships and important feelings to recognize. PART 3 - Attachment styles – anxious vs avoidant vs secure …Healing Attachment wounds and understanding how to heal it. Trust issues. Communicating needs, including around sex and intimacy.Content Considerations: Mentions of Mental Illness, Discussion on STIs, Sex, and Intimacy. Some episode highlights include...What led Leeor to become a psychotherapist at age 25 and her experience confronting her parents about changing careers into a mental health-focused direction.Reflecting deeper and your self-awareness journeyInternalizing and Questioning behavior while dating or in relationships, especially when new to dating. The “intimacy dance” of the pursuer and the distancer – emotionally-focused couples therapy.What has made you who you are today?More About Leeor…Leeor is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the owner of The Therapy Gal group practice located virtually in Pennsylvania. She enjoys creating relatable therapy-related videos on both Tiktok and instagram and works towards destigmatizing mental health! She also published a journal called Empower Your Mind, which is a 12-week prompted journal.Connect with Leeor on IG @the_therapy_gal***Connect with Heal Your Roots Wellness  |  @heal_your_roots_wellnessReady to talk with a professional?  Schedule a Free Consultation Call***Connect with Daniela Galdi  |  @danieladoeswhatA ByVesta Production  |  @byvestaagencyCheck out the rest of the Heal Your Roots Podcast episodes at our website.
Movement Integration & Couple Support Through Life Transitions…
Sep 14 2022
Movement Integration & Couple Support Through Life Transitions…
Listen in on Episode 6 featuring Lindsay Bauer, LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Yoga Instructor), and co-hosts Kira Yakubov, LMFT (Founder and Lead Therapist), and Daniela Galdi (Health & Wellness Professional and HYR Podcast Producer).  PART 1 - Getting to know therapist, Lindsay Bauer, LMFT, and how she provides therapeutic connections through movement, mindfulness, and talk therapy to support individuals and couples. PART 2 - Approaches for processing emotions for Couples – Meditation and methods to help build connections to one another, rewards in  learning more about your partner, and exploring vulnerability.PART 3 - Specializing in Infertility: From personal experience to spreading understanding for others with tips to help support one another throughout infertility circumstances from her own experience as well as a professional perspective for a couple. Content Warnings: Mentions of Mental Illness, Depiction or discussion of particular kinds of consensual sexual activity, and Discussion on Infertility.Sound quality and other technical issues were beyond our control and may be experienced throughout this episode. Some episode highlights include...What led Lindsay to become a psychotherapist, yoga instructor, training in Bali, and starting a private practice.Growth during the graduate program – courses in blended families, etc., Vulnerability of your own life, classes to help normalize and navigate talking about sex, and how therapists train in their own comfort levels to help their clients.Getting in tune with emotions to better communicate through mindfulness.  Approaches for processing emotions for Couples’ –  meditation and methods to help build connections to one another and exploring vulnerability.Opening up about the difficulties in getting pregnant and how her experience is her drive towards providing a space where people can feel hope with whatever the outcome is.More About Lindsay…Lindsay is the owner and therapist at Yogology, a mind-body wellness center that provides safe, professional, and holistic healing to all people.  Yogology was opened in 2014 with the intent to help people heal in mindful, meaningful and practical ways. Yogology provides individuals and couples therapy, yoga, meditation, and breathwork. Specialties include trauma, anxiety, relationship issues and infertility. Lindsay is a compassionate therapist with a passion in the mind/body connection. “We cannot fully heal without all parts of us being tended to.”Connect with Lindsay on IG @YogologyConnect with Heal Your Roots Wellness  |  @heal_your_roots_wellnessReady to talk with a professional?  Schedule a Free Consultation Call***Connect with Daniela Galdi  |  @danieladoeswhatA ByVesta Production  |  Check out the rest of the Heal Your Roots Podcast episodes at our website.
Exploring Identities...
Aug 31 2022
Exploring Identities...
Listen in on Episode 5 featuring Elijah Jackson, LSW (Licensed Social Worker), and co-hosts Kira Yakubov, LMFT (Founder and Lead Therapist), and Daniela Galdi (Health & Wellness Professional and HYR Podcast Producer). PART 1 -Getting to know Heal Your Roots Wellness therapist, Elijah Jackson, LSW, and discussing intersectionality of identities (Race, Sexuality, Gender, Ability, Class, etc.)  PART 2 - Communities Elijah’s worked with throughout his social work including the homeless population in Long Island, NYC Child Welfare System, Foster Kids entering into adulthood, substance abuse organizations in Philadelphia and opening up on things that need to be addressed.PART 3 - The Importance of Identity and Relativity for Professional Support, Mindfulness and Accessing Safe Communities while Exploring Identities.Content Warnings: Mentions of Mental Illness. Some episode highlights include...We were “charmed” by his “silly” and sincere reasons as to why he became a Licensed Social Worker, which includes understanding more about himself, relationships in his life, trauma experiences, and more.His Licensed Social Worker Journey that supported him in clarifying his niche, recognizing his capabilities, addressing a difficulty in being vulnerable with people, and accessing emotions for himself.Acceptance as a tool; the idea of not pathologizing people’s identity; suggestions on accessing communities of acceptance.Perspectives on how to navigate your environment so you find safety while exploring identities.More About Elijah…“Hello, My name is Elijah Jackson and I'm a 27 year old Licensed Social Worker from Long Island, NY. I currently work and reside in Philadelphia, PA as a therapist working primarily with young adults in the greater Philadelphia area. In my therapy career I've worked with many different populations Including the NYC child welfare system, the Long Island homeless population, and persons diagnosed with substance abuse disorders in Philadelphia. Currently, I work primarily with the BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ population in Philly doing trauma-informed care.Connect with Heal Your Roots Wellness  |  @heal_your_roots_wellnessReady to talk with a professional?  Schedule a Free Consultation Call***Connect with Daniela Galdi  |  @danieladoeswhatA ByVesta Production  |  @byvestaagencyCheck out the rest of the Heal Your Roots Podcast episodes at our website.
Adolescence and Mental Health Management...
Aug 17 2022
Adolescence and Mental Health Management...
ADOLESCENCE & MENTAL HEALTH MANAGEMENT… Listen in on Episode 4 featuring Emily Shaw, NP (Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry), and co-hosts Kira Yakubov, LMFT (Founder and Lead Therapist), and Daniela Galdi (Health & Wellness Professional and HYR Podcast Producer).  PART 1 -Getting to know Heal Your Roots Wellness colleague, Emily Shaw, NP, and why she loves working with adolescence - the rewards gained and challenges faced.PART 2 - Conversations on Fields of Study in Therapeutic Practices and Medication Management - Psychiatrist, Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry, Psychologist, and Licensed Therapist.PART 3 - Communicating on Mental Disorders, such as ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and More Content Warnings: Mentions of Mental Illness.Some episode highlights include...Recognizing signs of mental illness during adolescence.Kira, Emily, and Daniela’s journey and struggles as teenagers. Birth order factors and how it may play into mental and emotional health.Pros and Cons and Striking a Balance of Social Media Influence on Teens.More About Emily...Emily practices in New York City and specializes in medication management and psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and young adults. She was born and raised in Connecticut and studied psychology and cognitive science at Georgetown University before obtaining her psychiatric nursing degree from Columbia.  She currently resides with her husband in New Jersey, and they are expecting a baby boy in September."I love working with teens!"Connect with Heal Your Roots Wellness  |  @heal_your_roots_wellnessReady to talk with a professional?  Schedule a Free Consultation Call***Connect with Daniela Galdi  |  @danieladoeswhatA ByVesta Production  |  @byvestaagency Check out the rest of the Heal Your Roots Podcast episodes at our website.
Couples Therapy...
Aug 3 2022
Couples Therapy...
COUPLES THERAPY… Listen in on Episode 3 featuring Joslyn Justi, LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist), and co-hosts Kira Yakubov, LMFT (Founder and Lead Therapist), and Daniela Galdi (Health & Wellness Professional and HYR Podcast Producer).  PART 1 -Getting to know Heal Your Roots Wellness therapist, Joslyn Justi, LMFT.  What to expect through the Methods and approaches Joslyn implements to her work.PART 2 - Decreasing intensity of relationship and addressing relationship scenarios like infidelity, communication, past experiences, trust, emotional growth, accountability, commitment, values, ideologies, etc. PART 3 - Understanding Mental Disorders, such as ADHD, in Relationships and Family Dynamics Content Warnings: Mentions of Mental Illness, Abuse.Some episode highlights include...Building foundations of communications with couples:  Self-Awareness and managing Emotions, coping more effectively in relationships, and coping with stressors in relationships.Joslyn’s Why:  “I began an interest in psychology when I was about 16 and watched a documentary about the girl genie who could not learn proper language due to abuse and surpass the critical point of language learning.” Working together as friends – role playing class, boundaries in communication, foundations for trust, insider look of their time in grad school and clinical practices, and maintaining separation of their own fears and doubts when working with individuals, couples, or families.An Explanation of Impostor Syndrome.An Explanation of Family Origin or Family Dynamics in regards to relationships.ADHD and other Mental Disorders and Health Themes in regards to relationships.SOURCES REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE:ADHD Book Recommendation:  ADHD & Us, Couples’ Guide to Loving and Living with ADHDMore About Joslyn..."I began an interest in psychology when I was about 16 and watched a documentary about the girl genie who could not learn proper language due to abuse and surpassing the critical point of language learning. Earned my BA n psychology from Penn State Behrend and earned my Masters in Clinical and Counseling Psychology at Chestnut Hill College. I’ve worked in a variety of environments and have treated multiple age groups andpopulations.  [I'm] trying to make change where I can to better peoples lives or make them a little bit more manageable."Connect with Heal Your Roots Wellness  |  @heal_your_roots_wellnessReady to talk with a professional?  Schedule a Free Consultation Call***Connect with Daniela Galdi  |  @danieladoeswhatA ByVesta ProdCheck out the rest of the Heal Your Roots Podcast episodes at our website.
Affirmative Therapy...
Jul 20 2022
Affirmative Therapy...
AFFIRMATIVE THERAPY… Listen in on Episode 2 featuring Maureen McCarthy, (Licensed Social Worker/LSW), and co-hosts Kira Yakubov, LMFT (Founder and Lead Therapist), and Daniela Galdi (Health & Wellness Professional and HYR Podcast Producer). PART 1 -Getting to know Heal Your Roots Wellness therapist, Maureen McCarthy, LSW.PART 2 - Basics 101: Perspectives on Bringing Awareness, Support for Communities, and How we all Interact with the World through Affirmative Therapy. PART 3 - Getting started with your therapy practice and seeking professional support for individuals and couples including areas of polyamory, non monogamous, consensual ethical/non monogamous, relationships, open relationships, swinging, and any type of relationship unique to a person.   Content Warnings: Mentions of Mental Illness. Some episode highlights include...What is affirmative therapy? Exploring coping methods, expertise, language, and more for Human Sexuality and Gender Expansive People in the Community. Laying down foundations of skills and The process therapists go through for deeper understanding.Bringing Like-minded individuals into the practice. Maureen began in the practice when she was at the crossroads of looking for change in her life.Learning more about Maureen McCarthy – passion for helping LGBTQ+ communities, interests and more.  Maureen’s work also connects to her love for dogs, rescuing and fostering them.Finding the support you need and opening up the conversations during life transitions. Working through the process of self-identification and freedom in who you are.Issues within the system and stigmatizations.Spaces to explore to find hope and a sense of self and community (friends, chosen family, online groups).Ways to invite kink into your life. More About Maureen...Maureen McCarthy, LSW & Queer Affirming TherapistCredentials: Licensed Social Worker & Therapist. Certified Therapist of Affirmative Therapy for Transgender Communities from Widener University.Hobbies & Interests: Mom, foster dog mom, being creative with hair & makeup, getting tattoos, & walking the trail by my house =)"I am SO passionate about gender and sexuality. I aim to create a space that reduce the shame and guilt that occurs when talking about sex, desire, and pleasure. I have extensive experience working with gender expansive and sexually diverse individuals, including but not limited to the LGBTQIIA+, Polyam/CNM/ENM and BDSM/kink communities, in addition to folks facing life transitions, stress, self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, and grief."Connect with Heal Your Roots Wellness  |  @heal_your_roots_wellnessReady to talk with a professional?  Schedule a Free Consultation Call***Connect with Daniela Galdi  |  @danieladoeswhatA ByVesta Production  |  @byvestaagencyCheck out the rest of the Heal Your Roots Podcast episodes at our website.
First Steps...
Jul 6 2022
First Steps...
FIRST STEPS... Listen in on Heal Your Roots Wellness' first podcast episode featuring Kira Yakubov, LMFT (Founder and Lead Therapist), Aran Ploshansky (HYRW Director of Growth & Marketing), and Daniela Galdi (Health & Wellness Professional and HYR Podcast Producer). PART 1 - Getting to know Heal Your Roots Wellness practice, and the partnership behind it with Kira and AranPART 2 - Building a therapy practice and intentional lifestyle for themselves and the teamPART 3 - Prioritizing Work/Life balance for all!Content Warnings: Mentions of Mental Illness.Some episode highlights include...The origin story of HYRW, deciding to work together as a married couple, goals and growth for their team and the mental health industry. The day-to-day in supporting and developing a thriving approach for therapists, clients, business, and lifestyle within a group practice. Wearing many hats in a therapy group practice. Uncovering elements of yourself including asking specific questions to prevent burn out.Creating support systems for therapists.  Recognizing therapists as people separate from their profession and getting to know them on a deeper level (interests, personal self-care, etc.)Building what and who you want to be on your own terms to experience growth in all areas of your life. What’s to come for the HYR Podcast…Connect with Heal Your Roots Wellness  |  @heal_your_roots_wellnessReady to talk with a professional?  Schedule a Free Consultation Call***Connect with Daniela Galdi  |  @danieladoeswhatA ByVesta Production  |  @byvestaagencyCheck out the rest of the Heal Your Roots Podcast episodes at our website.