Bridging Generations: Exploring Mental Health Together
Join us on a heartfelt journey through the complexities of mental health as we bridge the generation gap and break down the stigma surrounding it. In "Bridging Generations: Exploring Mental Health Together," this therapist father-daughter duo, Wayne Baker, a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 20 years, and Karen Baker, a LPC-Associate, supervised by Allison Eckelkamp LPC – S, delve into the world of mental health.
With their unique blend of experience, Wayne and Karen offer a compelling exploration of various mental health topics, sharing personal anecdotes, insights, and relatable stories that can resonate with all listeners. Wayne, young at heart, brings years of wisdom and professional experience as a licensed counselor, while Karen, wise beyond her years, offers a new viewpoint of a younger generation.
Together, they create a safe and supportive space for listeners to learn, reflect, and join the conversation as we find solace in the knowledge that none of us are alone.
Whether you're a seasoned mental health professional, a curious individual, or simply looking for an engaging and informative conversation, "Bridging Generations: Exploring Mental Health Together" offers something for everyone. Tune in as Wayne and Karen share their wisdom, challenge stereotypes, and foster a sense of community while exploring the ever-evolving landscape of mental health.
Join us as we explore mental health one conversation at a time, in an effort to promote understanding, empathy, and acceptance. Subscribe now and join the conversation.
Together, we can challenge barriers and build bridges to better mental health.
Bridging Generations: Exploring Mental Health Together
Trauma on the Brain Part 1 - What is Trauma?
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In part one of this series on trauma we will be discussing what trauma is and the different kinds of trauma people experience. Our hope for this episode is to give listeners more context and psychoeducation on trauma.
We'd also love to hear from you! What mental health and therapy topics are you interested in learning more about? You can email us at bridginggenerationspodcast@gmail.com or reach out through our website www.bridginggenerationspodcast.com.
As always, continue leading with curiosity.
Episode Sources and Other Resources
"In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts" by Gabor Maté
"The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel Van Der Kolk
"Tribe: Homecoming and Belonging" by Sebastian Junger
"Wisdom of Trauma" Film 2021
"Psychoeducational Aids for Working with Psychological Trauma" by Janina Fisher (For Clinicians)
"Transcending Trauma" by Frank Anderson (For Clinicians)
Content Warning: In this episode, we discuss high-level concepts around different kinds of trauma starting at 40:00. While we do not go into detail, some listeners might find it upsetting.
This podcast is not a substitute for therapy. Nor is The Bridging Generations Podcast a crisis center. If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency, please call 1-800-662-HELP.
You can learn more about Wayne Baker, LPC at www.waynebakerlpc.com and you can learn more about Karen Baker, LPC-Associate, supervised by Allison Eckelkamp LPC – S, at www.karenfaithbaker.com. Thanks for listening!
