William Magee Institute for Student Wellbeing
William Magee Institute for Student Wellbeing
Let's Talk Therapy
Let's Talk Therapy
Let's Talk Therapy
Tuesday 24th October 2023
Join Rev. Christie Bates on 'The Mayo Lab Podcast' as she discusses therapy, mindfulness, and breaking the stigma around mental health.
58 minutes
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William Magee Institute for Student Wellbeing
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Mindful Recovery
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
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Episode Overview
- Rev. Christie Bates shares her experiences in residential treatment settings and as a trauma specialist
- The discussion explores the stigma surrounding mental health therapy and the roles of therapists and counsellors
- Insight into brain spotting, a highly targeted mindfulness practice for addressing trauma and its applications in addiction therapy
- Reflection on the challenges of changing adult drinking culture and its impact on young people in the community
One of the things I think about in terms of families is that trauma doesn't cause addiction, but generations of family trauma keep families from responding helpfully to addiction.
Ever wondered what therapy really entails and how it can change lives? In this episode of 'The Mayo Lab Podcast', hosts Megan Rosenthal and Alexis Lee sit down with Rev. Christie Bates, a licensed professional counsellor and mindfulness-based spiritual director, to uncover the true essence of therapy. Christie, who works with individuals at various stages of recovery, shares her unique approach to blending spirituality and mindfulness with traditional therapy methods.
She opens up about her experiences in residential treatment settings and her role as a trauma specialist, offering a fresh perspective on healing. The conversation tackles the stigma often associated with mental health therapy, shedding light on the different roles therapists and counsellors play in the recovery journey. They also dive into brain spotting, a precise mindfulness technique for addressing trauma, and its applications in addiction therapy.
Wrapping up, the episode reflects on the complexities of changing adult drinking culture and its ripple effects on young people in the community. This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the transformative power of therapy and mindfulness.