The Spiritually Curious Therapist

Jodi Silverman, LCSW

The Spiritually Curious Therapist podcast is an exploration of the intersection between spirituality and healing in the context of psychotherapy and other healing arts practices. Hosted by Jodi Silverman, Psychotherapist, Reiki Practitioner and Consciousness Guide. Jodi is wildly curious about the human journey towards wholeness and seeks to understand all the ways in which human beings learn, heal and grow. Each episode will dive into conversations with fellow therapists, spiritual teachers and thought leaders with a few solo episodes interspersed with the goal of exploring how the therapist's spiritual practice impacts their identity as a healer.

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Football, Flow States and Feelings with Bryan Cohen, Licensed Psychologist

The Spiritually Curious Therapist

07/25/23 • 46 min

In this episode I interview my long term mentor, friend and colleague, Bryan Cohen. Bryan is a Licensed Psychologist and has had a vibrant and rewarding 40-year career in social services. He is currently semi-retired working part time as a psychotherapist. His passion is working with men and adolescent males and the interface of psychology and spirituality.
Bryan's spiritual journey started with a football pass from his brother which lead to an interest in Sports Psychology ultimately landing him in a Transpersonal Psychology program where he learned about presence, authenticity and what it means to have an ego. In this interview he talks about how these and other teachings have guided him personally and professionally culminating in who he is today and how he shows up for his clients in his psychotherapy practice.
Show Notes:
In the show Bryan refers to several authors and leaders in the field of Psychology and Spirituality. Below are links to information about each of them as well as more information about Transpersonal Psychology.
Irvin Yalom is an existential psychiatrist who is best known for Group Work as well as Death and Dying.
https://www.yalom.com
James Bugental was a psychotherapist and one of the founding fathers of Humanistic Psychology. He also created existential-humanistic psychotherapy.
https://www.bugental.com
Ram Dass was a spiritual teacher, yoga guru and author well known for his inaugural book "Be Here Now".
https://www.ramdass.org
Ken Wilber is a philosopher and author known for his "theory of everything".
https://integrallife.com/who-is-ken-wilber
Transpersonal Psychology is a psychological approach that combines western psychological concepts with spirituality, individual experiences and development beyond the adult ego stages.
https://www.atpweb.org
Bryan Cohen can be reached at [email protected]
website: bhctherapy.com
Jodi Silverman can be reached at [email protected]
website: therachihealing.com
journeywithkindredsouls.com
Therapists who are interested in being interviewed for the podcast can email [email protected]
Are you interested in how to use Chakra Theory in psychotherapy?
Join our 8 session seminar beginning October 2023 on Chakra Theory and Psychotherapy.
Email [email protected] for more information on the course and CEU approval. Registration begins in August 2023

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You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW at
www.therachihealing.com
www.journeywithkindredsouls.com

Are you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?
Join our facebook group at
www.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforclinicians

Are you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share? Reach out to be considered for the podcast
[email protected]

"Wherever We Go, There We Are"

The Spiritually Curious Therapist

06/16/23 • 15 min

Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Spiritually Curious Therapist. This is a solo episode in which I introduce myself and the impetus for this podcast. I share parts of my journey and where I am today including an intro to my "spiritual seeking" part who hates to take a back seat and has been the driver for the launch of this podcast and infinite deep dives into all things spiritual, metaphysical and holistic. This ultimately lead me to make a conscious decision to embrace my spiritual quest as part of what makes me an attuned and curious therapist.
After listening to the episode in full and considering questions to ask interviewees, I realized that I did not adequately socially locate myself so I am adding here. In addition to being a Social Worker, Psychotherapist, Psychotherapeutic Reiki Practitioner and Spiritual Seeker I am a Cis White Female who uses She/Her pronouns. I am also a mom, wife, sister, daughter and friend!
If you are curious about anything having to do with healing, spirituality, psychotherapy, metaphysics or holistic and how they intersect with mental health and wellness subscribe now so you don't miss an episode! I promise each one will be enlightening, mystical and will either satisfy or spark your Spiritual Seeking part.
If you are a therapist, healer, spiritual teacher or spiritual thought leader and you have a story to share about how spirituality intersects with your healing practice please contact me at
[email protected]
You can learn more about my psychotherapy practice at
therachihealing.com
You can learn more about my course offerings at
journeywithkindredsouls.com
If you are a therapist interested in learning more about Psychotherapeutic Reiki and joining a community of like minded therapists please join our facebook group at
facebook/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforclinicians

Introduction to Chakra Theory and Emotional Wellness

The Spiritually Curious Therapist

09/07/23 • 9 min

Have you ever experienced a day (or maybe several) where everything seems to be going wrong and you can't quite find the ground beneath you? Maybe you feel untethered, disconnected or fearful for no known reason. If so, it might be because your root chakra is unbalanced. This is one example of how our chakras can effect how we feel in day to day life.
In this brief solo episode I introduce the overlay of Chakra Theory and social/emotional development. Understanding how our chakras develop, what they do, and how we can tend to them on a daily basis is key to a successful physical, emotional and spiritual wellness diet.
If you are a therapist or healer and interested in learning more, consider taking my upcoming course, The Chakras and Psychotherapy.
More information at https://journeywithkindredsouls.com/courses/the-chakras-and-psychology/
Jodi's websites
journeywithkindredsouls.com
therachihealing.com
If you currently use Chakras in your psychotherapy practice and would like to contribute to this podcast please reach out to [email protected]

The Value of Human Design in Therapy with Martha Delafield, LCSW

The Spiritually Curious Therapist

02/27/24 • 49 min

Have you ever wished you had a user manual for your unique self and soul purpose? What if you knew your inherent energetic design and the best way for you to move through the world? As a therapist, would it be helpful to know this information about your clients so that you could hold space for their unique design and purpose?
In this episode I interview Martha Delafield, LCSW. Martha has been in private practice for over 30 years during which time she has accumulated an impressive amount of training and experience in a myriad of approaches and techniques including Neuro Optimal Neurofeedback, Energy Psychology, Safe and Sound Protocol, clinical hypnosis and Human Design. As a well rounded and intuitive clinician, Martha relies on Human Design in particular to assist her in understanding how to best support and guide her clients on their individual and unique healing and transformative journeys.
For more information on Human Design:
https://www.humandesignamerica.com/
https://quantumhumandesign.com/
I am currently running a special for March offering Human Design Chart Readings for just $75.
Visit https://journeywithkindredsouls.com/quantum-human-design-tm/ to schedule (limited spots available - sign ups through March 10 will be honored at $75 rate even if scheduled into April)
During this episode Martha and I reference the Association of Comprehensive Energy Psychology (ACEP). More information about ACEP can be found at https://www.energypsych.org/
For more information about Martha visit her website at https://marthadelafield.com/ or she can be reached at [email protected]
For more information about The Spiritually Curious Therapist please email Jodi at [email protected]
or visit
journeywithkindredsouls.com
therachihealing.com

Transmute to Heal: Music, Elements, and the Alchemy of Transformation with Lindsey Teuteberg

The Spiritually Curious Therapist

12/18/24 • 37 min

In this episode, I'm joined by Lindsey Teuteberg, MMT, MT-BC, WMTR a board certified music therapist and practicing green witch, for a fascinating conversation about the intersection of music therapy, witchcraft, and the power of transmutation for healing. Lindsey shares how both practices- seemingly different on the surface - are deeply connected through their ability to transform energy and facilitate healing.
Connect with Lindsey:
Website: resonancemusictherapyllc.com
Instagram: @resonance_mt

Psychotherapeutic Reiki for Grief, Loss and Bereavement with Elizabeth (Liz) Hides

The Spiritually Curious Therapist

06/26/23 • 53 min

Are you curious about the use of Reiki in a traditional psychotherapeutic setting?
In this episode I interview Elizabeth (Liz) Hides, a fellow Social Worker, Reiki Master/Teacher and Kindred Soul. Liz and I connected in the summer of 2022 when she found me while doing an internet search for Psychotherapeutic Reiki. We clicked immediately and have since joined forces in developing a community of practitioners who use Psychotherapeutic Reiki as a modality for healing within a psychotherapy practice. Listen in as Liz talks about how spirituality played a part in her own healing including how she came to know that Social Work is her Soul's path and how she came to use Reiki to support her clients in moving through their grief.
You can find Liz at https://healthy-directions.ca
Email [email protected]
For more information about Jodi Silverman visit her websites
therachihealing.com
journeywithkindredsouls.com
If you are a therapist or healer interested in being interviewed for the podcast please contact me at [email protected]
If you are a therapist interested in Psychotherapeutic Reiki please join our facebook group at facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforclinicians

Spiritual Bypassing and Why We Need to Know About It

The Spiritually Curious Therapist

07/05/23 • 11 min

In this solo episode I introduce the concept of Spiritual Bypassing as an important aspect to consider in the intersection of spirituality, mental health and healing. Spiritual Bypassing is a term coined by John Welwood, a transpersonal psychologist and author. It refers to a practice by which we may use spiritual ideas, beliefs, rituals, etc as a way to avoid dealing with difficult situations, emotions, feelings or thoughts.
As therapists and healers it is our responsibility to recognize this practice in both ourselves and our clients. Spiritual wellness involves connecting to ourselves and others in authenticity, being open to the present moment and the ability to sit with difficult situations, emotions, feelings and thoughts knowing that they do not define who we are. Our spiritual practices in essence support us in these moments rather than take us away from them.
If you are a practitioner who would like to be interviewed around the concept of Spiritual Bypassing please reach out to me at [email protected]
You can learn more about me and my offerings at therachihealing.com and journeywithkindredsouls.com
If you are a therapist interested in psychotherapeutic reiki please join our facebook group at facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforclinicians
Referenced in this episode
John Welwood's book Towards a Psychology of Awakening
https://www.amazon.com/Toward-Psychology-Awakening-Psychotherapy-Transformation-ebook/dp/B00K6HLAYM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1548277681&sr=8-1&keywords=welwood
Rumi Poem The Guest House
This being human is a guest house.
Every morning a new arrival.

A joy, a depression, a meanness,
some momentary awareness comes
as an unexpected visitor.

Welcome and entertain them all!
Even if they’re a crowd of sorrows,
who violently sweep your house
empty of its furniture,
still, treat each guest honorably.
He may be clearing you out
for some new delight.

The dark thought, the shame, the malice,
meet them at the door laughing,
and invite them in.

Be grateful for whoever comes,
because each has been sent
as a guide from beyond.

Releasing Responsibility Through Spirituality with Kara Bailey Mifflin, LPC, Certified IFS Therapist

The Spiritually Curious Therapist

08/15/23 • 38 min

As a therapist/healer are you sometimes overwhelmed by a feeling of responsibility for healing or helping others?
Join me in this episode as I talk with Kara Bailey Mifflin, LPC and Certified IFS Therapist about how spirituality has allowed her to release the responsibility of fixing others and in turn be fully present, compassionate and expansive with herself, her clients and all of their combined parts.
Kara has had a 30 year career in mental health and recently opened her own private practice in 2021 during the pandemic. Although she has been a therapist for many years, it wasn't until she entered her own recovery process through Adult Children of Alcoholics and Family Dysfunction 8 years ago, that she found spirit, a "power greater than ourselves", in healing. This spiritual journey as well as her own IFS therapy has opened opportunities for radical growth and connection with her parts, especially her inner child, which has led to expansion and joy in her own life as well as the work she does with others.
Show Notes
Kara Bailey Mifflin can be reached at [email protected]
For more information on Adult Children of Alcoholics and Family Dysfunction
https://adultchildren.org/
For more information on Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS)
https://ifs-institute.com/
Therapists who are interested in being interviewed for the podcast can email [email protected]
Are you interested in how to use Chakra Theory in psychotherapy?
Join our 8 session seminar beginning October 2023 on Chakra Theory and Psychotherapy.
More information available at journeywithkindredsouls.com

Riding the Grief Rollercoaster and Letting Go of Outcomes with Lisa Mesecar, OTR

The Spiritually Curious Therapist

08/27/23 • 46 min

In this episode I talk with Lisa Mesecar, OTR. Lisa is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist who has worked with children in several different settings throughout her 25 year career. Currently she works within a school district which is something she thought she would never do. Her work is not only with the children but also the parents, the teachers and the system as a whole. She is also the mother of a child who developed a disability in late childhood. As his needs became more complex she found herself on the other side of the fence, experiencing for herself the rollercoaster of emotions that go along with the unpredictability of having a child with a disability. Lisa talks about how her spiritual practice has allowed her to stay grounded as both a parent and a professional in this data driven world where outcomes don't necessarily mean healing, and healing doesn't mean fixing.
If you are a parent or a professional interested in reaching out to Lisa for more information she can be reached at [email protected]
Therapists who are interested in being interviewed for the podcast can email [email protected]
Are you interested in how to use Chakra Theory in psychotherapy?
Join our 8 session seminar beginning October 2023 on Chakra Theory and Psychotherapy.
More information available at journeywithkindredsouls.com and therachihealing.com

Bridging the Science and Spirituality Gap through the Chakras with Isabel Wells

The Spiritually Curious Therapist

09/19/23 • 46 min

Have you heard of the Chakras but haven't quite been able to grasp what they actually are? Maybe you have "opened" or "balanced" chakras in a yoga class or meditation but aren't really sure what that means.
In this episode I chat with Isabel Wells aka Izzy. Izzy currently serves as the Director of ReikiCafe University which is a spiritual institute offering trainings in Shamanic Reiki, coaching and spiritual entrepreneurship. As a former student of nursing and psychology turned Reiki practitioner, Izzy works to bridge the gap between science and spirituality busting the myth that Chakras are too "woo" for mainstream healing culture.
In our conversation she shares how her own health crisis led her on a journey to Eastern and Ancient approaches to healing when Western medicine fell short. It was here that she came to know the Chakras and learned how they can be used holistically to address psychological, spiritual and physical disEase.
Izzy shared a bunch of resources for us, all of which are listed below:
ReikiCafe Radio Podcast: https://reikicaferadio.buzzsprout.com
ReikiCafe University: https://www.reikicafeuniversity.com/
ReikiCafe Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ReikiCafe

Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/izzy.intothedeep/
My Website: https://www.welcometothedeep.com/
Book a Session: https://calendly.com/into-the-deep/schedule

Izzy's Favorite Chakra Books: https://www.amazon.com/Anatomy-Spirit-Seven-Stages-Healing/dp/0609800140
https://www.amazon.com/Eastern-Body-Western-Mind-Psychology/dp/1587612259/ref=asc_df_1587612259/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312115051380&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=4395948276898679872&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1012908&hvtargid=pla-433764800770&psc=1

Chakra Blog + Podcast: https://www.reikicafeuniversity.com/blog/physicality-spirituality-of-the-chakras
Are you interested in how to use Chakra Theory in psychotherapy?
Join our 8 session seminar beginning October 2023 on Chakra Theory and Psychotherapy. More information available at journeywithkindredsouls.com

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