On Episode 43, Rachael Fowler chats with Alex Ni, a leading neurotechnologist and CEO of Divergence Neuro, discussing the fascinating world of neurofeedback and biofeedback. Alex explains how these technologies can support mental health—not only for those facing challenges but also as powerful tools for prevention and performance enhancement. The conversation explores how biofeedback and neurofeedback are helping athletes improve their game and how Alex’s technology has been used to sup...

On episode 42, Rachael sits down with Corrie Elliott, a Registered Psychotherapist and children's author who brings her wealth of experience working with children, couples, families, and individuals in private practice to the world of storytelling.Corrie shares the journey behind her books, Ellie’s Emotional Adventure and the newly released Ellie’s Emotional Adventure with Fear. These books are not just captivating stories for children—they are also mental health resources for caregivers, edu...

On Episode 41 we are thrilled to welcome Kelly Spencer, a mindful life enthusiast involved in many different roles. Kelly is an award-winning businesswoman and the proud owner of Indigo Lounge Wellness + Eatery, a beloved community space she’s nurtured for over 13 years.As a mindfulness specialist and empowerment speaker, Kelly has inspired countless individuals through her transformative work. In 2023, she added another impressive title to her résumé: founder of Red Door Publishing House. Af...

On episode 40 Michele gathers with author and yoga educator; Sarah Ezrin, to unpack principles of parenting and delve into concepts of her book ‘The Yoga of Parenting: 10 Yoga-Based Practices to Help You Stay Grounded, Connect with your Kids, and Be Kind to Yourself.’ On the episode we discuss:The structure and flow of her book – containing postures, breath breaks, 'parenting in practice' and from 'mat to family'Nervous system needs as a unique and variable experience Modelling usin...

On Episode 39, Matt is joined by guest Carrie Haynes who is a Licensed Professional Counsellor, group facilitator, podcaster, adjunct professor and mentor focusing on assisting clinicians and guides in leading impactful groups. Carrie is the host of the podcast- 'The Art of Groups' and has a wealth of experience in training and guiding fellow therapists in developing and integrating group work into their practices. On this episode we discuss:The benefits and efficacy of group therapyThe ...

On Episode 38, Matt is joined by guest Jerry Reynolds PhD, LSW, MSW who is an assistant professor in the Social Work department at Ball State University and is the current president of the Alliance of Social Workers in Sport (ASWIS). Jerry has a doctorate in social work with 20 years of experience in the field and his experience as an athlete, coach, researcher, professor and social worker has led to a wealth of knowledge on social workers working in sports. On this episode we discuss:Th...

On Episode 37, host Rachael Fowler explores the remarkable impact of therapeutic gardening for individuals with dementia alongside guest Rebekah Churchyard, MSW, RSW, PMP. Join us as we delve into Green Care Farms Inc.'s mission to foster purpose, belonging, and vitality through sustainable, organic practices. Our guest, Rebekah Churchyard, shares her journey spearheading this initiative, which is driven by her extensive experience in social work and geriatric services. Rebekah's commit...

On Episode 36 Matt is joined by Clinical Psychologist- Dr. Elizabeth McMahon Ph.D. who has been practicing for over 40 years and is a pioneer in the use of Virtual Reality (VR) for treating Anxiety, Fears and Phobias. Elizabeth worked for Kaiser Permanente Medical Group for 32 years and has since worked in private practice in San Francisco while also writing two treatment workbooks:For Clients: Overcoming Anxiety and Panic- Interactive Guide For Therapists: Virtual Reality Therapy for Anxiety...

The time has come for a new season of the podcast! Matt is back after a long hiatus with some updates on the show including new hosts, a quick snapshot of his 2 year absence and a reflection on how the show has impacted his life and career. Stay tuned for more episodes coming for Season 5!If you like the show- let us know, subscribe, give us a rating and check us out on INSTAGRAM

On Ep 35 guest host- Michele McPherson is back with another episode in a mini series on mental performance and athlete mental health. You may recognize Michele from our first ever episode and again on Ep 14 where she discussed the use of EMDR and Yoga. Michele is a Social Worker, Yoga Instructor and program head of a Mental Performance Program called Perform through Southwest Counselling Services in Sarnia, ON. Michele chats with Eric Corda who is a Registered Massage Therapist in Sarnia...

On Ep 34 guest host- Michele McPherson is back with another episode in a mini series on mental performance and athlete mental health. You may recognize Michele from our first ever episode and again on Ep 14 where she discussed the use of EMDR and Yoga. Michele is a Social Worker, Yoga Instructor and program head of a Mental Performance Program called Perform through Southwest Counselling Services in Sarnia, ON. Michele sits down with Carolyne Prevost who was born and raised in Sarnia, On...

On Ep 33 guest host- Michele McPherson is back with another episode in a mini series on mental performance and athlete mental health. You may recognize Michele from our first ever episode and again on Ep 14 where she discussed the use of EMDR and Yoga. Michele is a Social Worker, Yoga Instructor and program head of a Mental Performance Program called Perform through Southwest Counselling Services in Sarnia, ON. Michele sits down with Jordan Todd who is a former high level hockey player t...

On Ep 32 Michele McPherson takes over the hosting duties. You may recognize her from our first ever guest on Ep 1 and again on Ep 14 where she discussed the use of EMDR and Yoga. As a Social Worker, Yoga Instructor and program head of a Mental Performance Program-Michele is taking over the podcast to do a mini series on connecting with athletes, coaches, and health professionals to talk about the highs and lows of performing at the elite level in sports.Her first interview is special as she h...

Social Work Me is back after a long hiatus with the first episode in a series on Mental Health & Performance in Sports. Originally recorded in November 2021, Ep 31 features Amy Mausser who shares her experiences as an athletic therapist working with elite level junior hockey players. She is the former Sarnia Sting OHL Hockey Athletic Therapist and is a Certified Athletic Therapist, Certified Strength and Conditioning specialist, Registered Massage Therapist and former athlete. A...

On Episode 30 Matt sits down to chat with Kate Becker who is a certified EMDR therapist, Trainer, Consultant, Yoga instructor and Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist based out of Glastonbury, Connecticut. Kate has been providing Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy for the past 5 years using Ketamine and Psilocybin in both individual and group settings. She is also an MDMA therapy trainee and splits her time between Connecticut and Jamaica where she assists with the facilitation of psilocybin ...

On Episode 29 Matt is joined by 2nd Year Psychology Student Quinn Bisson to interview King’s University Social Work Professor Dr. Rick Csiernik. Quinn has been working with the homeless population and his interests in mental health and addiction have led him to develop a focus on Social Work. Coupled with the experience of taking a class from Dr. Rick, his focus is now on transitioning into the BSW program. With that in mind, Quinn and Matt decided to do an episode on the different degre...

On Ep. 28 Matt is joined by Clinical Psychotherapist, Psychedelic Specialist and Author- Daniel McQueen. Daniel is the co-founder and executive director of The Center for Medicinal Mindfulness in Boulder, Colorado and we take a deep dive into all things Cannabis assisted psychotherapy. On the show we cover a wide range of topics including :Underground vs. Legal psychedelic workGroup and individual psychedelic workCannabis: terpenes & cannabinoid profilesProtocols involving cannabis a...

On Episode 27, Social Worker/Psychotherapist and Author- Linda Hochstetler joins the show to talk about her new book- 21 Days to Die: The Canadian Guide to End-of-Life as well as a wide range of topics surrounding death and dying. On this episode we cover:Linda’s path in Social WorkPersonal Experiences with death Death cafes (CBC Article)Eastern vs. Western views/culture around death Role of social workers at end-of-lifeImportance of planning around deathMysticism surrounding d...

On Ep. 26 Matt connects with the hosts of the Guerrilla Social Work Podcast- Jeff Moore & Mace Warren to discuss all things forensic psychotherapy and their practice Alpha Counselling in Utah. On this episode we cover:-Risk assessments with sexual offenders-Phallometric testing-Pornography + implications with sex offenders-Canadian vs. US laws/practices-Sex dolls + Child sex dolls-Individual and group therapy with offenders-Language + approaches in psychotherapy -Intersection of trauma an...

Episode 25 dives into the crossover between creativity, mindfulness and social work. Joined by Jorie Morrow who is a registered social worker, psychotherapist, certified mindfulness meditation coach/facilitator and professional actor, playwright and producer from Toronto, Ontario. On this episode we cover: -Working in community mental health setting + generalized practice-Open Access counselling-Intersection of creativity and social work-How to achieve higher levels of creativity-Mindfulness ...