Community Routes
Psychology & Relationships
About
Community Routes is a podcast of conversations with therapists about mental and emotional health. ”Off the Beaten Path” features interviews with the community.
Episodes
- Deep Breath 44: Self Worth
Join Sarah as she dives into the idea of self worth, inspired by Sharon Martin's post here . -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about men…
- Episode 115: Celebrate Through Hard Times
Join us as we discuss how to be resilient and practice mindfulness through hard times. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental he…
- Deep Breath 43: A Moment of Connection
Mom talks more about everything converging at once. What can you focus on when that happens? Listen more to find out! -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to…
- Episode 114: When Everything is Converging at Once
We've had a rough go of things lately. What is this emotion? What can I do to feel better? Join the crew as we discuss. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get t…
- Deep Breath 42: Begin Anew
Join Julie as she connects the act of meditation to positive habit building. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reac…
- Episode 113: Holiday Help 2025
A Holiday Help episode to get you through a tough week. Our theme is Holidays, but it could be used for a variety of different experiences. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all t…
- Deep Breath 41: Present Moment
Join Julie as she provides a deep breath about being present in the moment. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach…
- Episode 112: Changing of the Seasons
We wanted to reach out in a time of seasonal change. Sending love from the CR family! -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify ! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental he…
- CR Touchbase
Howdy neighbors! We wanted to let you know we're present and here with you. I hope you find relief in these difficult times. Reach out if you want to start a conversation; we'd love to chat! -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes…
- Deep Breath 40: Election, Holidays, and Family Dynamics
-- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify ! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and start a conversation with us! We would love to hear from you on Fa…
- Episode 111: Emotional Gifts and Activation (Joy)
Join Sarah, Julie, and Samuel for a joyous episode on joy! What are the benefits? What happens when there's excess? -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify ! We need all the help we can get to s…
- Deep Breath 39: On Election Day 2024
We wanted to come together as a community to extend our support through a very stressful election cycle. Join the whole crew as we take a pause together, as a community, and remind you that we can do hard things. -- Our links: https://link…
- Deep Breath 38: Restorative Movement
Take a deep breath and stretch! This is a great time to feel and listen to your body. Whether you are standing or sitting, join Julie in being mindful while you stretch and take up space. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Ple…
- Episode 110: Emotional Gifts and Activation (Pain)
This is a tough episode, but an important one! Join the community as they sit down and talk about pain. What are the positives of pain when it's well managed? What are the negatives when it's out of control? -- Our links: https://linktr.ee…
- Deep Breath 37: How to Find Calm
Whew, we've had a few deep episodes in a row! Sarah explores how to regain your "breath" and how she has been finding calm. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify ! We need all the help we can…
- Episode 109: Emotional Gifts and Activation (Anger and Fear)
The positives to anger? The negatives to joy? It may sound strange but understanding both the benefits and limitations to our emotions is life giving. Join Sarah, Julie, and Samuel as they open the series on Emotional Gifts to anger and fe…
- Deep Breath 36: Attachment to Time
Sit down with Julie as she talks about a secure attachment to time, a concept by Linda Tai. Finding that secure attachment to time can come in "small doses that bring healing and life." Make this episode one of those moments! -- Our links:…
- Episode 108: Anger
CR gets down to business with this episode about Anger and how it impacts our day-to-day. How does anger affect us? What do different types of anger feel like? -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Sp…
- Deep Breath 36: Diaphragmatic Breathing
A deep breath about breathing! Join Sarah as she talks about "belly breathing" to help bring you back to home base. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify ! We need all the help we can get to s…
- Episode 107: Off the Beaten Path with Dr. Stuart Palmer (Part 2)
Join Julie and Samuel as they welcome Dr. Stuart Palmer to the show. In Part 1 ( Episode 101 ), Stuart and the crew discussed concepts about psychodynamic therapy. This week we dive into the application of psychodynamic approaches and how…
- Deep Breath 35: Feeling Body Sensations
Join Julie for this week's episode on slowing down and taking notice of your body. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify ! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental healt…
- Episode 106: Children's Books that Inspire Your Brain
Big pictures? Word searches? Crayons? Count me in! Join us this week as we talk about great kids books for your brain. We talk about "Good Night to Your Fantastic Elastic Brain" and it has some fantastic resources for kids and adults alike…
- Deep Breath 34: Welcome the Light! (Attachment)
Join Julie as she talks about the new year, welcoming light and warmth, being responsive to our needs and counterbalancing when we notice something...all of that is attachment! -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us…
- Episode 105: Therapy AI
-- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify ! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reach out and start a conversation with us! We would love to hear from you on Fa…
- Episode 104: Unpack ”Every Memory Deserves Respect”
Join Julie as she unpacks " Every Memory Deserves Respect ," an indepth look at EMDR. Julie discusses the book and unpacks the patient and therapists' perspective. Julie has recently gotten EMDR certified and CIT certified through EMDRIA.…
- Deep Breath 33: Feeling Stuck
Join Mom as she talks about the struggles of feeling stuck and how to cope. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify ! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reac…
- Episode 103: Trail Mix (Spiritual Mystical Bananas)
Alternate Title: Listening to the Body Join Samuel, Julie, and Sarah as they do a trail mix on how to listen to your body and how to check in. Julie gives out some good tips while Sarah and Samuel provide some real world experiences. -- Ou…
- Deep Breath 32: Micro Moments to Refuel
Join Julie for an important talk on being present. How can you find micro moments in your day? Remind yourself it is good to pause. Find awareness in your times of pause. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iT…
- Episode 102: Changing Seasons
Join Samuel, Julie, and Sarah for an episode about the changing seasons, how to stay positive, and how to thrive in unfavorable weather. Check out Samuel and Julie on Guy Macpherson's Trauma Therapist . Check out Steve Dodge's new single:…
- Deep Breath 31: A Thought about Refocusing and Presence
Join Samuel as he discusses refocusing, specifically when there is a lot happening. Check out our Holiday Help episodes! 1 2 3 -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify ! We need all the help we c…
- Episode 101: Off the Beaten Path with Dr. Stuart Palmer
This week Julie and Samuel sit down with a very influential Dr. Stuart Palmer. Stuart takes complex concepts about psychodynamic therapy and we connect it to some of the concepts we have been talking about this season. You can reach Stuart…
- Deep Breath 30: The Change of the Seasons
Join Samuel as he observes the ebb and flow that exists within life. (Also bonus poem) -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify ! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental h…
- Episode 100: We did it! (Not Done Yet)
Join Samuel, Julie, and Sarah for our HUNDREDTH episode! We talk old memories, what 100 episodes feels like, and how real life is lived with our community (including you!). Thanks for joining us on this journey so far; we are looking forwa…
- Deep Breath 29: You are Unique
Join Samuel as he celebrates our individual perspectives on the world. It's like taking a walk with Samuel and hearing the reflections on his mind, while your heart gets filled up with a dose of authentic encouragement for your day and wee…
- Episode 99: Off the Beaten Path with Dr. Rick Butts
Samuel and Julie welcome a familiar friend to the show, Dr. Rick Butts. Rick has been a huge influence on Julie and you'll get to hear how Pia is connected to the group as well. We discuss family of origin work and how to be an authentic a…
- Deep Breath 28: Teachers
Join Julie as she takes a moment to reflect on the transition back to school and the influential teachers who have impacted our lives. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify ! We need all the h…
- Episode 98: Unpack That ”Trauma Made Simple”
Join Julie as she unpacks a book from one of our favorite guests, Dr. Jamie Marich! Julie unpacks " Trauma Made Simple ," which is a guide that covers everything from assessments to things regarding addiction and grief. Julie covers things…
- Deep Breath 27: Recovery and Being Present
Join Julie for some awesome thoughts about bringing yourself to the present moment. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify ! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental heal…
- Episode 97: Off the Beaten Path with Dr. Jamie Marich and Dr. Steve Dansiger
Join Julie as she welcomes Dr. Jamie Marich ( www.jamiemarich.com) and Dr. Steve Dansiger as they discuss trauma, the 12 Steps, recovery, and some great resources to support your healing and growth! Dr. Marich and Dr. Dansiger have a great…
- Deep Breath 26: Intentional Pause
Take a deep breath with Sarah as she leads you through a guided session of breath and affirmation. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify ! We need all the help we can get to spread the word ab…
- Episode 96: Off the Beaten Path with Jenny Hughes
Join Samuel and Julie as they go off the beaten path with licensed clinical psychologist Jenny Hughes. Jenny specializes in the treatment of trauma and PTSD. As a clinician, she practices EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged E…
- Deep Breath 25: Self Care Check-in
Join Sarah for a fantastic deep breath; check in with yourself and find some self reflection with her. -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify ! We need all the help we can get to spread the wor…
- Episode 95: Off the Beaten Path with Nita Sweeney
Join Samuel and Julie as they sit down with the brilliant Nita Sweeney; author, runner, and dog mom. A lot of good discussion is had as they talk about movement and healing, daily mindfulness, and a lot more. Mindfulness coach Nita Sweeney…
- Deep Breath 24: Growth
Join Samuel for a quick breath of encouragement. Celebrate your resilience! -- Our links: https://linktr.ee/communityroutes Please rate us on iTunes and Spotify ! We need all the help we can get to spread the word about mental health. Reac…
- Episode 94: ReEngage
The gang gets together after a long break for Samuel and what it feels like to be back. We discuss reengaging, what that feels like, and some ways to succeed. The poem Sarah shared: Wild Geese You do not have to be good. You do not have to…
- Deep Breath 23: Container
Join Julie as she talks about a new term this week! Container is a practice to strategically let something wait for now. It is knowing our limitations so that we don't do too much too fast and re-traumatize ourselves. There are lots of pra…
- Deep Breath 22: Calm Safe Place
Join Julie for a new tool to help in those times of overwhelm. Calm Safe Place is a feeling that gives you strength, peace, comfort. A Room of Requirement so to speak. What does that look like for you? How does it change? -- Our links: htt…
- Episode 93: Off the Beaten Path with Holly Jedlicka
Join Julie, Sarah, and guest Holly Jedlicka and learn about Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) at PBJ Connections. These licensed professionals partner first and foremost with mental health care in their work, with horses as one modality…
- Deep Breath 21: Light Stream
Join Julie in this guided visualization that can be used to energize you, empower you, calm you or soothe you. Human brains love creativity and imagination! Light, colors, sounds, and slow left right bilateral taps can give your nervous sy…
- Episode 92: Off the Beaten Path with Angela Sillas Green
Join Julie and Sarah as they sit down with Angela Sillas Green, a licensed professional counselor and trainer. Join Angela as she discusses relationships, mindfulness, being embodied, authenticity, and play therapy! Find more about Angela…