Episode 116: Embracing the Pause: Reflections on a Season of Soul Care
Release Date: 05/23/2024
Episode 118: Understanding Attachments and Inner Movements in Soul Care (Discernment Process Part 1)
Soul Care for Therapists
Exploring Spiritual Discernment: Understanding Consolation and Desolation In this solo episode, host Dawn Gabriel delves into the concepts of spiritual direction, formation, and soul care, focusing on discernment, specifically consolation and desolation. Drawing from her two-year course in Ignatian spiritual direction, Dawn provides insights into how these practices can help individuals, particularly therapists, understand their internal spiritual movements. She explains the significance of recognizing attachments and differentiates between healthy and unhealthy ones. The episode also...
info_outline
Episode 117: In Search of You with Kasey Compton
Soul Care for Therapists
Finding Fulfillment: An Interview with Kasey Compton In this episode of the 'SoulCare for Therapists' podcast, host Dawn Gabriel welcomes author and entrepreneur Kasey Compton. They discuss the launch of Kasey's new book 'In Search of You,' a journey through her personal and professional life, and the struggles of finding fulfillment despite success. Casey vulnerably shares her story of navigating personal turmoil, including a sudden divorce, and her path to self-discovery and therapy. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-care for therapists and business owners, touching on...
info_outline
Episode 116: Embracing the Pause: Reflections on a Season of Soul Care
Soul Care for Therapists
Returning with Reflection: Navigating Challenges and Finding Renewal In this episode of Soulcare for Therapists, host Dawn Gabriel shares her journey through a four-month hiatus, addressing personal challenges, burnout, and the unexpected departure of key therapists from her practice. Despite these trials, she reflects on the growth and insights gained during this period, including the importance of detachment and reevaluation of her attachments, particularly concerning her business and team dynamics. Dawn opens up about the spiritual and emotional processes that aided her through these times,...
info_outline
Episode 115: My Podcasting Intermission for a Soulful Reset
Soul Care for Therapists
Pausing for Soul Care In this episode, we explore the story behind the decision to take a break from the Soul Care for Therapists podcast. Dawn Gabriel opens up about the importance of prioritizing self-care and provides insights into her own journey of recognizing signs of burnout and the need for soul care. She emphasizes the significance of setting boundaries and offers support to listeners during her hiatus. The podcast concludes with a reminder to listeners to prioritize self-care and invites them to explore previous podcast episodes and connect with Dawn through various channels. ...
info_outline
Episode 114: The Therapeutic Power of Hiking for Therapists with Dr. Dawn Brukenhoefer
Soul Care for Therapists
The Therapuetic Power of Hiking with Dr. Dawn Brukenhoefer Dr. Dawn Bronkenhofer joins Dawn Gabriel, host of the Soul Care for Therapists podcast, to discuss the importance of self-care for mental health therapists. Dr. Bronkenhofer owns a group practice and utilizes her counselor education background to design retreats and educational opportunities for therapists. Specializing in hiking retreats, she explores the physical and psychological benefits of overcoming challenges in nature. These retreats pushes therapists to face their fears, helping them build resilience and stamina. The tougher...
info_outline
Episode 113: God as my business partner series (4 of 4), with Katie Kroening, LCSW, CADC
Soul Care for Therapists
In this podcast episode, host Dawn Gabriel converses with Katie Kroening, a licensed clinical social worker and owner of a faith-based counseling practice. Katie provides insight into her faith's influence on her career, starting with her decision to seek a career in social work and setting up her own counseling practice in 2018. She emphasizes the importance of waiting upon the Lord and aligning one's professional decisions with spiritual convictions. She shares a personal story about the tragedy her husband faced and how the experience reinforced her trust in God. Katie also discusses her...
info_outline
Episode 112: God as my business partner series (3 of 4) with Nathan Hansen, LPC
Soul Care for Therapists
Incorporating Faith into Owning a Private Practice: A Conversation with Nathan Hanson In this podcast, Nathan Hanson is invited to discuss his career as a licensed professional counselor (LPC), husband, father, and owner of a private practice. He takes pride in his role as a business owner and places importance on his personal life as a husband and a father. He emphasizes the importance of a balance between personal and professional life, namely putting family first and work second. Nathan mentions his faith throughout the conversation, expressing how he prays for his clients and his practice...
info_outline
Episode 111: God as My business partner series (2 of 4), with Lisa Franklin, LCSW
Soul Care for Therapists
Introduction: In this blog post, we will delve into the inspiring journey of Lisa Franklin, a licensed clinical social worker, and her experience of having God as her business partner. Lisa's story showcases her unwavering trust in God's guidance and how it has led her to professional success. We invite you to join us on this journey and explore how faith can play a significant role in our entrepreneurial ventures. Finding Clarity and Making Connections: Lisa shares how she had always felt a deep sense of knowing that she was meant to go into counseling and open a private practice. Even when...
info_outline
Episode 110: God as my Business Partner Series (1 of 4), with Cindy Isaac, LPC
Soul Care for Therapists
In today's fast-paced and competitive business world, finding a sense of purpose and meaning in our work can be a challenge. Many business owners strive to build successful ventures while navigating the pressures and uncertainties that come with entrepreneurship. However, some entrepreneurs have discovered a unique approach to a therapy business—one that involves seeing God as their business partner. In this blog post, we explore the concept of God as a business partner and how it can transform both personal and professional aspects of our lives. Meeting Cindy Isaac, LPC In a recent podcast...
info_outline
Episode 109: The Spirituality of Hiking with Jenna Quinn Lancor, LCSW
Soul Care for Therapists
Being in nature is often thought of as a form of therapy itself. The serenity and calmness it imparts, and the tranquility one feels when surrounded by nature, is unparalleled. Dawn Gabriel sat down with the founder and CEO of Head First Health, Jenna Quinn Lancor, to discuss the spiritual side of hiking. Meeting Jenna Quinn Lancor With a notable presence in the field of therapy, Jenna Quinn Lancor chatted brilliantly about the connections between spirituality and nature. Through her virtual group practice, Head First Health, her team specializes in treating millennial women dealing with...
info_outlineReturning with Reflection: Navigating Challenges and Finding Renewal
In this episode of Soulcare for Therapists, host Dawn Gabriel shares her journey through a four-month hiatus, addressing personal challenges, burnout, and the unexpected departure of key therapists from her practice.
Despite these trials, she reflects on the growth and insights gained during this period, including the importance of detachment and reevaluation of her attachments, particularly concerning her business and team dynamics.
Dawn opens up about the spiritual and emotional processes that aided her through these times, highlighting a meaningful retreat and her continuous dedication to her spiritual practice. She also announces plans for expansion and the renewed direction for her group therapy practice, emphasizing the importance of resilience, faith, and the continuous cycle of learning and healing for therapists and within their practices.
Show Highlights
- 00:00 Welcome Back: A Personal Journey of Growth and Pause
- 01:56 The Power of Taking a Break: Reflections and Realizations
- 02:40 A Spiritual Retreat: Rejuvenation and Divine Encounters
- 03:53 Navigating Challenges: Group Practice Dynamics and Personal Growth
- 08:12 Healing and Leadership: A Journey of Renewal
- 13:20 Embracing Vulnerability: Lessons from the Grand Canyon
- 17:21 Looking Ahead: New Beginnings and Continued Growth
- 18:14 Closing Thoughts and Invitations for Engagement
Links and Resources
-
Sacred Space Community Groups - with Dawn
-
Soul Care Retreats: Exclusively for therapists who want to recharge deeply and be fulfilling. You will engage in your own spiritual journey, find some release from your work, and connect with other therapists while enjoying the beauty of Colorado at a secluded and peaceful retreat center. Limited to 6-8 therapists
-
Show Notes and Podcast Production by Course Creation Studio