Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

Chapters:00:00:00 - Coping with Holiday Stress and Triggers00:02:38 - Signs of Relapse During the Holidays00:05:21 - The Effects of Substance Use on the Body00:07:47 - Practicing Mindfulness During the Holidays00:10:15 - Developing Tools for a Positive Mindset00:12:49 - Dealing with Cravings and Longings00:15:27 - Potential Triggers in Old Places00:18:08 - Preparing for the Holiday Season00:20:35 - Dealing with Loneliness and Unacceptance00:23:17 - Finding Meaning in the Present Moment00:25:41 - Coping with Grief and Stress during the Holidays00:28:24 - Safeguarding Your Power and Coping Strategies00:31:13 - Managing Triggers During the Holidays00:33:54 - Finding Joy in Giving to Others During the Holidays00:36:27 - Finding Comfort in Community00:39:09 - Mindful Eating Strategies for Holiday Gatherings00:41:46 - Coping with Holiday Triggers00:44:14 - Taking care of mental health during the holidays00:46:54 - Finding Free Activities for the Holidays00:49:23 - Supporting Mental Health During the Holidays00:51:57 - Addressing Rejection, Isolation, and Failure Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Explore the complexities of relationships with individuals facing PTSD or CPTSD. The discussion delves into important topics like withdrawal, hyper-vigilance, and the impact of trauma on daily life. Learn how to support those with sleep difficulties and understand emotional numbness when navigating these challenges. The podcast emphasizes the importance of compassion for both trauma survivors and their supporters, highlighting the emotional toll on loved ones.

Chapters:00:00:00 - Life Lessons from Plants00:01:12 - The Power of Nurturing Small Ideas00:02:29 - Meeting Plant Nutritional Needs00:03:36 - Meeting Individual Needs for Growth and Development00:04:47 - The Importance of Individual Characteristics and Micro Systems00:06:02 - Adapting to Our Environments00:07:11 - Adapting to Changes in the Economy, Politics, and Social Media00:08:24 - Adaptation and Efficiency in Plants00:09:34 - The Importance of Circadian Rhythms in Sleep and Health00:10:39 - The Importance of Solid Friendships and Health00:11:52 - The Impact of Mood on Those Around You00:13:01 - The Purpose of Weeds in the Garden00:14:12 - Choking out Biodiversity00:15:18 - The Importance of Mutualism in Plant Growth00:16:26 - Taking Advantage of Different Levels of Soil Structure00:17:45 - Adapting to Different Environments00:18:59 - The Effects of Daylight on Plant Growth00:20:08 - Adapting to Survive: Lessons from Plants00:21:20 - Support the Channel00:22:26 - Pruning Weaknesses and Managing Energy00:23:37 - Vulnerability to Stress and Mental Health00:24:50 - The Healing Power of Time00:26:02 - Life cycles and energy allocation in plants00:27:12 - Thriving in Synergy with the Surroundings00:28:28 - The Role of Smell in Plant Defense and Reproduction00:29:40 - What Would Plants Do? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters:00:00:00 - Being in a Relationship with Someone with Generalized Anxiety00:00:49 - Coping with Generalized Anxiety00:01:55 - Symptoms and Support for Generalized Anxiety00:03:04 - Understanding Generalized Anxiety Disorder00:04:09 - Identifying Triggers for Worry00:05:13 - Managing Anxiety and Vulnerabilities in Different Settings00:06:19 - Understanding Irritability and Mental Awareness00:07:33 - Addressing Poor Sleep Hygiene00:08:27 - Strategies for better sleep00:09:37 - The Fight or Flight Response and Vulnerability to Threats00:10:43 - The Impact of Poor Sleep on Exhaustion00:11:48 - Restlessness and Anxiety00:12:53 - Managing Anxiety Triggers and Symptoms00:13:59 - Symptoms of Persistent Anxiety00:15:05 - The Effects of Anxiety on Physical Health00:16:17 - Managing Pain and Stress00:17:21 - Helpful Strategies for Better Focus and Productivity00:18:27 - Gut Microbiome and Upset Stomach from Anxiety00:19:35 - Supporting Your Loved One with Anxiety00:20:41 - Managing Anxiety and Anger in Relationships00:21:44 - Identifying Triggers and Vulnerabilities00:23:01 - Supporting Someone with Anxiety00:23:58 - Supporting a Loved One with Anxiety00:24:58 - Coping with Anxiety and Supporting Others Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters:00:00:00 - The Hypothalamic Pituitary Gonadal Axis and Mental Health00:02:26 - The Role of HPA Axis and HPG Axis in Affective Disorders00:05:03 - The Impact of Gonadal Hormones on Reproductive Organs00:07:32 - The Impact of Caregivers on Child Development00:09:59 - The Effects of Estrogen and Testosterone on the Body00:12:30 - The Effects of Hormones on Sexual Behavior00:15:08 - Progesterone and Cortisol in Chronic Stress00:17:45 - The effects of hormones on anxiety00:20:24 - The Dangers of Over-The-Counter DHEA00:23:00 - The Relationship Between the HPG and the HPA Axes00:25:37 - The Connection between PCOS and Depression00:28:23 - The Impact of Stress on Hormonal Regulation00:31:06 - The Role of the Endocrine System in Neurocognitive Issues00:33:43 - Addressing the underlying issues contributing to cognitive dysfunction00:36:19 - Dysfunction in the HPA Axis and PCOS00:38:49 - The Impact of Stress on Neuroprotective Hormones00:41:29 - Effects of Stress on Hormone Levels00:44:10 - The impact of insulin on cognitive function00:46:46 - The Impact of Opioids on Hormone Levels00:49:17 - Strategies for Managing Pain and Hormone Imbalances00:51:53 - Promoting Emotional Well-being Through Mindfulness and Laughter00:54:13 - The Effects of Weighted Blankets and Vests on Neurochemicals00:56:48 - Increasing Health Literacy00:59:09 - Answering Danielle's Question about Cancer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tips and strategies for supporting a partner with ADHD, focusing on managing hyper focus, communication challenges, and self-care. Discusses symptoms, impact on relationships, and practical solutions for managing ADHD symptoms like organization, restlessness, and impulsivity. Emphasizes empathy, understanding triggers, and the importance of developing personalized plans for individuals with ADHD in relationships.

Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction and Disclaimer00:02:01 - The Role of Microorganisms in Mental Health00:04:00 - The Limitations of Antidepressants and Addressing the Root Cause00:06:04 - The Influence of the Gut Microbiome on Neurotransmitters00:08:24 - The Importance of Balancing Gut Bacteria00:10:37 - The Impact of Chronic Stress on Gut Microbiome00:13:00 - Impact of gut microbiome on autism symptoms00:15:19 - The Impact of Substance Use on Gut Health00:17:39 - Gut Inflammation and Permeability00:19:55 - The Gut Microbiome and Stress00:22:15 - The Importance of a Healthy Gut00:24:48 - Shelf life and efficacy of dietary supplements00:27:10 - Leaky Gut Syndrome and Inflammatory Toxins00:29:23 - The Gut-Brain Connection and Mood Disorders00:31:51 - The Connection Between Gut Microbiome and Mood Disorders00:34:10 - The Impact of Nutrition on Mental Health00:36:22 - The Impact of Nutrient-Rich Foods on Depression Risk00:38:41 - The Effects of Vitamin C on Depression00:41:06 - The Role of Lactobacillus Acidophilus and Cannabinoid Receptors in Gut Health00:43:31 - The delicate balance of gut microbiota00:45:56 - The Benefits of Polyphenols and Gut Health00:48:28 - The Connection between Autoimmune Disorders and Depression00:50:48 - The role of T cells and the gut-brain axis00:53:17 - Sponsorship Announcement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters:00:00:00 - Signs of Trauma in Children and the Importance of Behavior as Communication00:00:52 - Understanding Trauma Responses00:01:53 - Lost Appetite as a Sign of Trauma00:02:45 - Behavioral changes in traumatized children00:03:38 - Children's Fear of Monsters and Bedtime Refusal00:04:31 - Behavioral Indications of Stress and Fear00:05:28 - Trauma and Dysregulation00:06:29 - Physiological changes in children's brains00:07:32 - Staying Safe and Protecting Yourself00:08:33 - Symptoms of Trauma and ADHD00:09:29 - The Significance of Perfectionism in Children00:10:20 - Environmental Sensitivity and Isolation00:11:22 - Recognizing the Impact of Trauma on Children's Behavior and Relationships00:12:16 - Defiance as a Form of Communication00:13:17 - Supporting Practical Tools for Everybody00:14:09 - Possible Explanations for Children's Behaviors00:15:05 - Vision and Hearing Issues00:16:01 - Effects of Change on Children00:16:59 - Recognizing Trauma in Children00:17:55 - Empowering Children to Recognize and Respond to Vulnerabilities00:18:47 - Helping Children Connect Triggers and Emotions00:19:43 - Recognizing Traumatic Experiences00:20:39 - Teaching Distress Tolerance in Children00:21:40 - The Importance of Scaffolding in Child Development00:22:34 - Mislabeling of Behaviors00:23:34 - Addressing Trauma in Children with ADHD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Exploring tips and strategies to help someone with depression in relationships. Topics include identifying triggers, vulnerabilities, managing irritability, sleep patterns, exhaustion, physical activity, grounding activities, suicidal thoughts, caregiver impact, self-care in relationships, nutritional awareness, limited energy, anger management, catastrophic thinking, and supporting individuals with depression.

Chapters:00:00:00 - Enhancing Mental and Physical Health through Lifestyle Interventions00:02:35 - The Impact of Gonadal Hormone Imbalances on Mood00:05:07 - Anxiety and Autoimmune Disorders00:07:48 - The Relationship Between Hypothyroidism and Depression00:10:29 - The Perception of Threat in Modern News Media00:13:16 - The Impact of Stress on Mental Health in Adults and Children00:15:36 - Helping Children Understand Media Messages00:18:07 - The Impact of Negative News on Emotional Responses00:20:43 - Negative Effects of Social Media00:23:18 - The Impact of Social Media on FOMO and Depression00:25:42 - The Interactive Nature of Social Media00:28:19 - The Cycle of Sleep Disruption00:30:49 - Sleep Apnea and its Effects on Sleep00:33:30 - Managing Sleep Disturbances due to Noise Exposure00:36:08 - Dealing with Noise at Night00:38:43 - Effects of Alcohol on the Body00:41:20 - The Effects of Dietary Stimulants on the Body00:43:56 - Educating about Cortisol Resistance and HPA Axis Dysregulation00:46:33 - The effects of nicotine intake from vaping00:49:08 - Challenges of Time Zone Changes00:51:33 - The Impact of Shift Changes00:54:05 - The Impact of Nutrition on Energy, Sleep, and Mood00:56:34 - Recharging with Positive Activities00:58:53 - Supporting Mental Health through Behavioral Changes and Assessments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices