Psychotherapist Unplugged: Phyllis Leavitt on Healing from Within & "America in Therapy"
- Psychotherapist Unplugged: Phyllis Leavitt on Healing from Within & "America in Therapy" Enough-ism 20:01
The healing process involves unearthing both negative experiences that lead to poor coping mechanisms and positive strengths within us. Phyllis Leavitt, MA, a seasoned psychotherapist with 34+ years of experience and author of “America in Therapy”, shares insights on effective therapy and the importance of exploring our past to understand our present. Drawing parallels between individual healing and national transformation, Phyllis explores how unresolved Trauma affects societies. She advocates for compassionate care and deep listening to heal collective wounds and foster connection.
Show topics: The Core Elements of Effective Psychotherapy, Exploring Conditioning Elements from the Past , Uncovering Negative Experiences and Coping Mechanisms, Emphasizing Strengths and Positive Influences, Applying Healing Principles to the Country, Understanding the Effects of Unresolved Trauma, Compassionate Care for Those Who Perpetrate Harm, Embracing Our Imperfections and Creating Safe Spaces, Practical Insights for Limited Access to Therapy, The Importance of a Collective Commitment to Mental Health, The Desire to Feel Heard, Loved, and Valued, The Impact of a Lack of Love and Belonging, Fostering a Sense of Community and Connection, Healing and Understanding through Deep Listening, Seeking Hope and Inspiration in Books and Nature, Addressing Societal Neglect and Promoting Healing | ABOUT THE PODCAST: This minimalist wants more. Enough-ism is about having enough, already. The world is experiencing an awakening. This podcast about mindfulness, Meditation, and Minimalism is your modern toolkit to keep your spirit right and your soul bright. One candle can light a fire. | JOIN OUR FREE VIRTUAL GUIDED MEDITATION AND JOURNALING COMMUNITY OF 1.4K MEMBERS: https://www.meetup.com/enoughism-podcast/ | ABOUT THE HOST: Rev. Yugen Bond is a retired material girl and producer and host of the Enough-ism Podcast, with over two decades of experience as a journalist, editor, content director, and professor. As the author of “Enough-ism: This Minimalist Wants More”, Rev. Bond once thought meditation was lame, had both too much and nothing to wear, and didn’t know how to slow down her mind. She created the Enough-ism Podcast to challenge modern perceptions of mindfulness, meditation, and minimalism. What a journey it’s been. Time to share it with the world, especially with you. | CONTACT INFO: Follow @IAmEnoughism on Twitter and visit IAmEnoughism.com | Support the show: Buy the “Enough-ism: This Minimalist Wants More” e-book now on Amazon Kindle! For business inquiries, media opportunities, guest requests, new show ideas you’d like to hear more about, and speaking engagements, email enoughismpodcast@gmail.com. | GIVE THANKS: Support the show over on Venmo at @Enoughism or make a Meetup donation on https://www.meetup.com/enoughism-podcast/ | LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST AND PURCHASE HER BOOK, AMERICA IN THERAPY: https://phyllisleavitt.com/
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