102: From ICU Nurse to Mental Health Therapist: A Journey of Holistic Healing with Denise Schonwald, RN, LMHC
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth
Release Date: 02/10/2025
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
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111: Empowering Therapists: Streamlining Operations for Private Practice Success with Brie Chrisman
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth
In this episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist podcast, host Sindee Gozansky welcomes Brie Chrisman, founder and CEO of BossCo, a virtual operations management company that works exclusively with therapists, to discuss strategies to create sustainable workloads and avoid burnout. Brie, with over 15 years of experience in project and operations management, emphasizes the importance of having the right systems in place and empowering teams to ensure efficient operations. Whether you’re in solo or group practice, Brie talks about how to implement effective processes, delegate...
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110: Embracing Authenticity in Therapy: A Conversation with Sibel Ozer
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth
In this episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist podcast, host Sindee Gozansky sits down with Sibel Ozer, a psychotherapist, gestalt therapist, artist, and author. Sibel recounts her journey from working as a clinical psychologist in Turkey following the 1999 Adapazari Earthquake to her extensive experience as a trauma therapist. She elaborates on the importance of authenticity, relational work, deep caring for your clients and the role of intuition in therapy. Sibel delves into the therapeutic power of art and stresses the significance of personal work for therapists. We invite listeners...
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109: Girl Groomed: Healing from Trauma and Reclaiming Joy with Therapist and Author Carol Odell
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth
In this episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist podcast, host Sindee Gozansky chats with Carol Odell, a seasoned psychotherapist and author. Carol shares her journey from a traumatic childhood experience in the equestrian world to writing her memoir 'Girl Groomed,' which was a therapeutic process in itself. She opens up about the long-lasting impacts of trauma, how it impacted her marriage, and how rediscovering her love for horses played a crucial role in her healing. Carol also discusses the importance of movement, community, and ongoing self-care for both therapists and clients....
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108: Creating Impact Through Advocacy and Community Building with Halina Brooke, LPC
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth
In this episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist podcast, host Sindee Gozansky chats with Halina Brooke, LPC, a champion for change in the therapy world and founder of the Jewish Therapist Collective. You’ll love the energy and inspiration that Halina brings, as she shares her advocacy journey, from changing laws to guiding fellow therapists. We talk about blending personal identity with professional life, the magic of affinity groups, and how to keep balanced and avoid burnout. Halina highlights the power of community, the role of advocacy, and the importance of staying connected to...
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107: Navigating Countertransference: A Guide for Couples Therapists with Sindee Gozansky, LCPC
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth
In this episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist podcast, host Sindee Gozansky dives into the important topic of countertransference in couples therapy. She explains what countertransference is and why it's something all therapists experience. Sindee shares relatable examples like favoring one partner, feeling triggered by anger, and avoiding conflict, and offers practical tips on how to handle these situations. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, being curious, reflection and supervision. The episode reassures therapists that countertransference is a normal part of the...
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106: Reaching For Beautiful - A Mother's Journey: Love, Grief, and Healing with Sally McQuillen
A Simple Therapy Podcast: Honest Conversations on Therapy, Mental Health, Healing and Self-Growth
In this deeply moving episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist Podcast, Sindee Gozansky sits down with psychotherapist and author Sally McQuillen to talk about love, loss, and what it means to keep going. Sally opens up about her heartbreaking journey of tragically losing her son, Christopher, and how that experience shaped her as both a mother and a therapist. Sally’s new memoir, Reaching for Beautiful, is raw, honest, and full of hard-won wisdom—and this conversation brings that same depth. From addiction recovery and parenting a neurodivergent child to writing through grief and finding...
info_outlineIn this episode of the Heart Centered Therapist podcast, host Sindee Gozansky interviews Denise Schonwald, a registered nurse with over 30 years of experience who has transitioned into a nationally licensed mental health counselor and published author. Based in Sarasota, Florida, Denise discusses her holistic approach to integrating mental and physical well-being, the emotional challenges faced by patients and their families, and her unique perspective as a spiritual teacher and certified family mediator.
This episode covers a range of topics including mental health awareness, the vibrational energy of emotions, the importance of balancing work and personal life, and effective therapeutic practices for couples and first responders. Denise also shares insights from her books, offers practical advice for mental health maintenance, and emphasizes the significance of having a spiritual practice. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that bridges the gap between physical health, mental health, and spiritual well-being.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
02:04 Denise's Journey from Nursing to Therapy
03:44 Integrating Physical and Mental Health
07:00 Denise's Books and Their Impact
09:34 Balancing Professional and Personal Life
14:34 Couples Therapy Insights
17:05 Understanding Emotional Energies
26:14 Understanding Mental and Physical Symptoms
26:55 Raising Vibrational Energy
27:45 Holistic Practices for Mental Health
29:47 Impact of Devices on Mental Health
31:58 Navigating First Responder Mental Health
37:03 Supporting First Responder Families
38:46 The Importance of Simplification
45:38 Denise's Work and Resources
45:38 Conclusion and Special Offer
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