95: Navigating Self-Publishing as a Couple: A Therapist’s Workbook & A Memoir of Healing with Maureen Kane and Sean Dwyer
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth
Release Date: 10/24/2024
120: The Phoenix Within: Radical Healing and the Power of Community with José Rosario
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth
In this episode of A Simple Therapy Podcast, Sindee Gozansky sits down with José Rosario—therapist, human rights speaker, and founder of The Phoenix Empowered—for a powerful and heartfelt conversation about radical healing, identity, and the systems that shape our mental health. Born to young Puerto Rican parents and living with cerebral palsy, José’s story is one of defiance, resilience, and community. From being told as a child that he would “never accomplish anything” to becoming a leading voice in intersectional mental health, José shares his deeply personal journey of finding...
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119: Finding Peace of Mind: Courage, Connection, and Healing with Jonathan Kemp
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth
In this episode of A Simple Therapy Podcast, Sindee Gozansky sits down with Jonathan Kemp—mental health advocate, entrepreneur, and author of Finding Peace of Mind—for an honest conversation about living with undiagnosed bipolar disorder, addiction, and dyslexia, and what it means to find healing later in life. Jonathan shares the many twists and turns of his journey—from working in the Australian outback and serving in law enforcement in the UK to completing a master’s degree in international finance—all while navigating systems and self-doubt that told him he couldn’t do...
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118: Your Pain Has a Name: Identity, Healing, and Compassion with Monica DiCristina
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth
In this episode of A Simple Therapy Podcast, Sindee Gozansky sits down with Monica DiCristina, LPC, therapist, writer, and podcaster, to explore the healing power of naming our pain. Monica shares her personal journey of living with undiagnosed OCD and intrusive thoughts, and how finding a name for her struggle became the first step toward freedom. Together, Sindee and Monica talk about separating identity from wounding, why coping behaviors don’t define us, and the importance of listening to the “trauma whispers” in our daily lives. They also discuss the cultural pull toward quick...
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117: Healing the Helpers: Emotional Labor, Boundaries, and Community with Kara Cruz
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth
In this episode of A Simple Therapy Podcast, Sindee Gozansky talks with Kara Cruz, LMFT, PMH-C, a therapist, supervisor, and community builder dedicated to “healing the helpers.” Kara has created spaces like the Supervisor Circle and Therapist Group Bootcamp to support clinicians in their professional and personal growth. They dive into the emotional labor of caregiving professionals, how fear and self-abandonment keep therapists from setting boundaries, and why building supportive communities is essential to prevent burnout. Kara also shares her passion for group work, offering practical...
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116: The Human Puzzle: Trauma, Healing, and Psychedelic Therapy with Keith Kurlander
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth
In this episode of A Simple Therapy Podcast, Sindee Gozansky talks with Keith Kurlander, MA, LPC, co-founder of the Integrative Psychiatry Institute and a pioneer in psychedelic therapy education. Keith shares his own mental health journey, beginning with a near-suicide at 19, and how decades of healing led him to build innovative training programs that are reshaping the field. They dive into the growing role of psychedelic-assisted therapy, what integration really means after a transformative session, and why trauma is often the common thread in mental health struggles. Keith also explains...
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115: Betrayal and Forgiveness: Rebuilding Trust After Deep Hurt with Dr. Bruce Chalmer
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth
In this episode of A Simple Therapy Podcast, Sindee Gozansky sits down with Dr. Bruce Chalmer, a couples therapist, author, and podcaster who has spent more than 30 years helping people navigate intimacy, betrayal, and forgiveness. They explore why communication skills alone won’t save a struggling relationship, how true healing begins with the courage to face intimacy, and what Dr. Chalmer calls the “oh, shit moment” that can change everything for a couple. He also shares insights from his latest book, Betrayal and Forgiveness: How to Navigate the Turmoil and Learn to Trust Again,...
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114: Silent Trauma: The Hidden Wounds That Run Your Life with Dr. Shahrzad Jalali
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth
In this episode of A Simple Therapy podcast, Sindee Gozansky sits down with Dr. Shahrzad Jalali, Psy.D, who brings together Jungian analysis, Persian mysticism, and somatic work in the most fascinating way. We explore "silent trauma" – those sneaky childhood wounds that quietly run our adult lives and relationships. Shahrzad shares how she teaches clients the "somatic alphabet" to heal through the body when the mind feels stuck, and why we're magnetically drawn to our opposite in relationships...only to spend years trying to change them! From her personal journey through crisis to becoming a...
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113: Empowering Therapists: Marissa Wells on Building a Purposeful, Cash Pay Private Practice
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth
Empowering Therapists: Marissa Wells on Building a Purposeful, Cash Pay Private Practice In this episode of A Simple Therapy podcast, licensed professional counselor and supervisor Marissa Wells returns to focus on helping new therapists find their footing, start their own cash pay private practices, and truly lean into their purpose. Marissa discusses the importance of finding one's niche, aligning business with personal values, and overcoming financial barriers. She highlights the role of financial peace, purpose, and community support in creating a successful practice. The episode...
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112: Bridging Connection: Counseling for Aging Families with Marissa Wells
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth
Bridging Connection: Counseling for Aging Families with Marissa Wells In this episode of A Simple Therapy podcast, host Sindee Gozansky welcomes Marissa Wells, a licensed professional counselor and aging family educator from Arkansas. Marissa talks about her journey to specializing in counseling for aging families, rooted in her personal experiences with her own family. She highlights the importance of supporting caregivers and addresses the dynamics and challenges faced by families dealing with aging loved ones, including the emotional and practical aspects of role reversals and...
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Introducing A Simple Therapy Podcast: Real Conversations, Honest Healing, and the Human Side of Therapy
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth
A space for honest dialogue, soulful insights, and meaningful stories from therapists, healing humans, and mental health advocates. This trailer introduces the heart behind the rebrand—from The Heart-Centered Therapist Podcast to A Simple Therapy Podcast. Discover what’s changing, what’s staying the same, and what you can expect moving forward. Whether you're a therapist, on your own healing journey, or passionate about mental health—you’re invited. Let’s keep it simple… and keep showing up. Learn more: asimpletherapypodcast.com
info_outlineIn this episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist Podcast, we welcome back Maureen Kane and her husband, Sean Dwyer, to explore their journey of creating and publishing two impactful books—Maureen’s therapy workbook A Guide Back to You, and Sean’s memoir A Quest for Tears: Surviving Traumatic Brain Injury. Together. They dive deep into the world of creativity and self-publishing, sharing practical strategies for using Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), design tips, and ways to overcome common writing challenges.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
- The Inspiration Behind the Workbook: Maureen discusses her motivation for creating a resource that guides clients in rediscovering themselves and setting boundaries.
- Collaboration as a Couple: Learn from Maureen and Sean about how they honored each other’s strengths, and worked together with success and ease.
- Publishing Insights: Sean shares his experiences with self-publishing through Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) and offers tips for aspiring authors, including the advantages of hybrid publishing and the realities of bringing a book to market.
- Marketing Strategies: Maureen reveals her organic marketing approach, discussing how she integrates her workbook into her therapy practice and uses social media to promote both books authentically.
Whether you're a therapist, a writer, or someone interested in the creative process, this episode is packed with valuable insights, practical tips and encouragement!
00:00:00 - Introduction and Welcome
00:00:40 - Maureen's Return and New Projects
00:01:12 - Inspiration Behind the Therapy Workbook
00:02:39 - Sean's Role in the Workbook Creation
00:03:38 - Maureen's Poetry Book
00:05:00 - Sean's Experience with Publishing
00:06:05 - Sean's Memoir on Traumatic Brain Injury
00:09:25 - Challenges and Healing Through Writing
00:10:15 - Writing Process and Overcoming Challenges
00:12:23 - Tools and Techniques for Capturing Ideas
00:14:59 - Transition from Writing to Design
00:17:17 - Graphic Design Challenges
00:18:23 - Cover Design and PowerPoint Tips
00:21:01 - Unique Design Elements
00:22:18 - Working Together as a Couple
00:23:52 - Complementary Skills and Brain Differences
00:26:13 - Understanding Each Other's Work
00:26:28 - Introduction to KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing)
00:28:03 - ISBN and Distribution Considerations
00:30:05 - Print on Demand and Cost Benefits
00:32:33 - Challenges with Amazon's AI
00:34:57 - International Availability and Future Projects
00:37:01 - Alternative Publishing Options
00:39:39 - Mainstream vs. Hybrid Publishing
00:41:03 - Marketing and Ethical Considerations
00:43:12 - Awards and Recognition
00:45:24 - Self-Publishing Stigma and Quality Control
00:47:11 - Changes in the Publishing Landscape
00:48:00 - Marketing and Unexpected Audiences
00:49:07 - Feedback on the Therapy Workbook
00:50:17 - Feedback on Sean's Memoir
00:52:25 - Personal Connections and Impact
00:53:40 - Unexpected Reach of Maureen's Poetry Book
Connect with Maureen Kane and Sean Dwyer:
Maureen's therapy workbook:
https://a.co/d/1ajtRJ5
Maureen’s poetry book: https://a.co/d/hyxsYxt
Sean's book: www.seandwyerauthor.com/shop
Check out Berries:
https://heyberries.com/heart-centered
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Connect with Sindee:
Visit my website: https://heartcenteredtherapistpodcast.com/
Join the Heart-Centered Therapist Community FB group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/478651669638167
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https://www.instagram.com/heartcenteredtherapist/
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https://mentalhealththreads.etsy.com
Interested in realigning your own practice to be more heart-centered? Join Sindee on her podcast by signing up for a Therapist Alignment Session. This brief, 15-30-minute conversation is a unique opportunity to re-align with your heart-centered approach, both in your client interactions and in the development of your practice.
Whether you're at the beginning of your career or an experienced therapist, these sessions are designed to help you gain clarity on specific issues you're facing. Sign up for your Therapist Alignment Session here:
https://calendly.com/heartcenteredtherapistpodcast/therapist-alignment-session
Want to be a guest on the podcast?
Email Sindee: hello@hctpodcast.com
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