In this episode of the Flourishing Flame podcast, host Leah Brown interviews Dr. Benjamin Keyes, a seasoned expert in trauma and counseling. They discuss the various roles of counselors, the importance of seeking help, and the challenges faced during therapy. Dr. Keyes introduces his HEART model, which integrates spirituality with psychological practices, emphasizing the significance of forgiveness and personal growth in healing from trauma. The conversation also covers how to find the right counselor and the dynamics of the therapeutic relationship, including when to persist or seek a new therapist.

Chapters

Keywords:

counseling, trauma, therapy, mental health, HEART model, forgiveness, spiritual healing, finding a counselor, personal growth, PTSD

In this episode of the Flourishing Flame podcast, Leah Brown reaches the last of the five relationships that help you meet your goals by exploring the role of therapists. She discusses the types of mental health professions that would be considered therapist and differentiates between therapy and counseling. Leah discussing various therapeutic modalities and provides guidance on when to seek therapy as well as how to find the right therapist. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the therapeutic process and the various professionals involved in mental health care.

Keywords:

therapy, counseling, mental health, therapist, modalities, mental illness, emotional support, psychological services, self-help, personal growth

• A consultant provides expert guidance from an outside perspective.
• Consultants specialize in various industries to offer tailored insights.
• The consulting process includes observation, evaluation, and implementation.
• Hiring a consultant can free up time for focusing on core business activities.
• It's essential to vet consultants before hiring them to ensure a good fit.
• Consultants can help identify and solve specific problems effectively.
• Understanding the difference between consulting and coaching is crucial.
• Consultants can provide actionable plans to achieve goals.
• Follow-up is an important aspect of the consulting process.
• Real-life examples illustrate the effectiveness of consulting relationships.

• Coaching offers diverse perspectives and methodologies.
• Kristin transitioned from education to coaching after realizing her passion for development.
• She emphasizes the importance of intentional motherhood alongside professional growth in her own life.
• Coaching can help solopreneurs and organizations identify blind spots and improve strategies.
• Individual coaching allows for deep dives into personal challenges, while group coaching fosters shared learning.
• Personal coaching is valuable for those seeking change in their lives.
• Investing in coaching can lead to significant personal and professional growth.
• Exploring coaching as a career involves talking to current coaches and understanding the lifestyle.
• Kristin's podcast focuses on the balance of motherhood and entrepreneurship.

Learn more about Kristin here: https://kmbcoaching.com MomLife Balance Podcast

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Keywords: coaching, personal development, motherhood, entrepreneurship, group coaching, individual coaching, coaching methodologies, work-life balance, coaching certification, leadership development

In this episode of the Flourishing Flame podcast, host Leah Brown interviews Megan Nilsen, a Kingdom Life Coach, who shares her personal journey from school counseling to coaching. Megan discusses the importance of counseling in her growth, the transition to coaching, and how to find the right coach. She emphasizes the value of accountability in coaching and offers practical tips for those interested in pursuing a coaching career. The conversation highlights the diverse experiences in coaching and the significance of personal development through faith-based practices.

You can learn more about Megan and her coaching, podcasts, and books at meganbnilsen.com.

Takeaways

• Counseling can provide essential support for personal growth.
• Investing in coaching can signify belief in oneself.
• Finding a coach requires trust and a personal connection.
• Coaching is unregulated; seek recommendations from trusted sources.
• Accountability is a key benefit of working with a coach.
• Coaching can help navigate transitions in life and career.
• Coaching offers real-world education without formal schooling.
• Life experience is valuable in the coaching profession.

Keywords

coaching, personal growth, counseling, life coach, spiritual coaching, mentorship, accountability, career transition

In this episode of the Flourishing Flame Podcast, Leah Brown explores the concept of coaching, its various forms, and its significance in personal development. She discusses the differences between coaching, mentoring, and counseling, emphasizing the unique strengths and weaknesses of coaching. Leah also provides insights on how to effectively work with a coach, identify personal coaching needs, and the transformative impact coaching can have on individuals and teams.

Takeaways

• Only about 9% of people who make goals actually achieve them.
• Coaching is primarily a present to future orientation.
• The client holds the power in a coaching relationship.
• Coaching is an unregulated industry, offering many choices.
• You can work with a coach as an individual or in a group.
• Identify your goals before seeking a coach.
• Different coaches offer different types of support.
• Coaching can challenge your thinking and assumptions.
• Coaching helps you experience transformation.
• Working with a coach can help you grow as an individual.

Keywords: coaching, personal development, life coaching, executive coaching, mentorship, goal achievement, self-improvement, coaching relationships, coaching strengths, coaching weaknesses

In continuation with the topic of meaningful connections and specifically mentorship, Leah interviews friend and fellow counselor, Thomas Delaney and shares his career experience as a priest and as a counselor.

As the two discuss mentorship, they start with the origin of the word mentor and how there are two sides of mentorship, being the mentor and being the mentee. Thomas explains what it takes to be a good mentor as well as a good mentee, and they discuss the overlap and parallel between discipleship and mentorship.

Since there were many opportunities for mentorship within priesthood and counseling, Leah asks Thomas about one of his greatest experiences with mentorship. He shares about being under supervision while becoming a counselor and how his supervisor turned mistakes into learning experiences.

In a more personal mentorship outside of the professional world, Thomas shares about his experience mentoring a youth in a church where he was a youth pastor and how important having a good relationship is within mentorship.

Leah and Thomas then reminisce on how they have both been mentors to each other over the years and how they’ve gone to each other for advice. They discuss the benefits of mentorship and define more of what mentorship is.

If you’re interested in learning more on how to pick a counselor or therapist and how to maximize your results in counseling or therapy, Leah and Thomas discuss these topics in some special episodes that you can request through this link.