Today on beyond the pelvis we are thrilled to have Machiel Klerk, Machiel is a psychotherapist , author of DREAM GUIDANCE and founder of the Jung Platform. He is known for integrating Jungian psychology with dream work to inspire personal development. Machiel empowers individuals and organizations to nurture their relationships with dreams and as a result break through limiting beliefs and experience rich, balanced lives filled with joy. Listen to today's podcast to discover a simple method to use your dreams to find solutions for your chronic pain. Find more information about Machiel on his website or instagram and purchase his book Dream Guidance!
David D. Clarke, MD is President of the Association for Treatment of Neuroplastic Symptoms. He is also Assistant Director at the Center for Ethics and Clinical Assistant Professor of Gastroenterology Emeritus both at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) in Portland, Oregon, USA. He is board-certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine and practiced Gastroenterology in Portland from 1984 to 2009. During that time, he diagnosed and treated over 7000 patients whose symptoms were not explained by organ disease or injury. Dr. Clarke has lectured extensively on Neuroplastic Symptoms to health care professionals, graduate students, and the public across North America and in Europe. His book for patients, They Can’t Find Anything Wrong!, was praised by a president of the American Psychosomatic Society as “truly remarkable” and named one of the five best mind-body books ever written by Brit & Co. He was the lead editor for the professional textbook Psychophysiologic Disorders and the companion textbook A Diagnostic Guide for Psychophysiologic Disorders. He has done hundreds of interviews for TV, Radio, and podcasts and was an Executive Producer of three documentary films about Neuroplastic Symptoms. Find more information https://www.symptomatic.me and purchase his book They Can't Find Anything Wrong!
Today on beyond the pelvis we are privileged to have Carrie Bennet. Carrie is one of the leading educators in the emerging field of quantum biology. She combines deep research and clear explanations of the complex quantum mechanisms at play in the human body to teach people how to use light, water, and nature to thrive. Listen to her inspiring story how she used her expertise to reset her body and nervous system from pain to peace. You can find Carrie on Instagram or her Website.
In this episode, we speak with the founder of Flowy, Celine Tien. Flowly is a virtual clinic designed for the 1 in 5 Americans living with chronic pain. Our 12-week program focuses on nonstructural pain, empowering patients to manage pain, anxiety, and stress in their day-to-day lives. Flowly integrates behavioral health support through licensed therapists trained in pain psychology, along with a proprietary at-home VR and biofeedback system that enables self-guided practice. Providers can partner with Flowly to offer their patients on-demand access to the latest in pain psychology and therapeutic techniques, easing the burden on clinics by supporting patients' mental and emotional health from home. Celine Tien is founder and chief executive officer of Flowly. In her role, Celine leads a team focused on delivering the latest in pain science in an accessible and comprehensive way for people with chronic pain. Celine got her start in VR as the director and writer of the award-winning film, Pippa’s Pan 盼, one of the world’s first immersive virtual reality hybrid live-action films. Prior to Flowly, Celine grew up as a film/TV actor and model, and later worked in feature development at Oriental DreamWorks in Shanghai and DreamWorks Animation in Los Angeles. Celine is also the founder of the nonprofit education-based organization: Zoom for Kids! Celine studied English and Film at Yale University. To learn more information, go to the Flowly website or connect with them on IG, FB, or YouTube. Disclaimer: The information presented in this episode and all other episodes for information and educational purposes only. It is not meant to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease or condition. Please consult with your medical provider if you need medical attention.
In this episode, we are joined by Amanda, a Craniosacral Therapist. Amanda is owner of Find Relief Therapy, a private Occupational Therapy practice, located in East Hanover, NJ. She treats infants, children and adults with a variety of developmental and chronic pain conditions using her extensive training and clinical experience in Craniosacral Therapy and RooT Fx. She is NJ’s only OT with this skill set. Amanda received her Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy from The University of Scranton in 2002 and has built a diverse OT career of mental health, pediatrics and physical disabilities work experience. As an OT, Amanda believes in working one on one with each client to help them relieve their pain, retrain their body and restore their functioning in life. She is passionate that the unique therapy she provides gives each client the knowledge and support to help them engage in their own healing and make permanent changes in their body’s functioning. Connect with her on IG or online at her website.
In this episide, we sit down with Camara Rajabari, The Ancestral Psychotherapist. We speak out how she came into this space with personal and professional experience, how and why ancestral work can facilitate healing, and how psychedelics can be used to overcome physical and emotional conditions. Camara Meri Rajabari, is an arts-based, psychedelic-assisted, ancestral psychotherapist based in Oakland, California (ancestral lands of the Chochenyo and Ohlone peoples) and Santa Fe, New Mexico (ancestral lands of the Pueblo and Tiwa people). Her practice specializes in anxiety, depression, and intergenerational trauma. She integrates non-ordinary states of consciousness with ancestral wisdom, ancient archetypes, dreams and imagination. She is the co-author of the pivotal chapter "Invoking the Numinous” in the psychedelic textbook Integral Psychedelic Therapy and is a featured voice on NPR’s Life Kit. Beyond therapy, Camara is a spiritualist, AfroFuturist, and artist. From the Bay Area to the sacred lands of New Mexico, she facilitates paths of healing and ancestral connection for Black, Indigenous and People of Color. Connect with her on Instagram or find her online. Disclaimer: This and all episides are for informational, entertainment, and/or educational purposes only and should not be relied upon for any medical or diagnostic purpose, or for the treatment of any condition or symptom. Please do your own research into substance use laws in your area.
In the episode, we sit down with Jeannie Kulwin to discuss her journey with fibromyalgia and how that experience created an opportunity to rethink her life. Jeannie is a Stress + Chronic Pain Coach - helping overwhelmed professionals reduce stress and/or chronic pain so they can have guilt-free fun and make more money + impact. Connect with her on IG , facebook, or visit her website. **Please note that this and every episode of Beyond the Pelvis is for educational and/or enterterainment purposes only and should not be used as medical advice including treatment or diagnosis. **The views of our guests may not represent the views of your hosts. Thanks for tuning in this week. Enjoy! Dr. Kenael and Laura
In this episode, internal medicine doctor Dr. Brad Fanestil, founder of The Boulder Institute for Mind Body Medicine, shares how he treats anxiety, depression, and chronic conditions with neuroscience. His techniques are simple but powerful. He shares many of them during our conversation. Here's what Dr. Brad has to say about his experience. "I’ve been a board certified Internal Medicine doctor for 33 years. After completing my Internal Medicine residency at UCLA, I began working in a public clinic in Los Angeles from 1990-1992. For the next 17 years I had a traditional Internal Medicine practice just outside of Boulder. I had been doing my best to help patients deal with their chronic pain and prescribing medications, but many saw no improvement over decades. In 2018 I began reading about the new neuroscience of pain and the brain, and I started applying some of these new ideas to my own primary care patients with chronic pain. " Connect with Dr. Brad to learn more about his classes and offerings. Best of health and thank you for your support. Dr. Kenael and Laura
In this week's episode, we are joined by Tara King, head of coaching operations at Lin Health. She shares her personal story of dealing with chronic pain as well as how she used that as inspiration to help herself and others. Tara is a doctor of physical therapy (DPT) specializing in pelvic health and chronic pain. After recovering from decades of chronic pelvic pain, back pain, neck pain, and headaches, Tara turned her clinical practice towards empowering others to do the same. She now heads up operations at Lin Health, a digital health clinic that uses behavioral health and cognitive pain reprogramming to help people recover from chronic pain. Connect with her online at Here Now Body for resources, yoga classes, and more. Peace and blessings.
In this episode, we are joined by Tanner Murtagh from Pain Psychotherapy Canada. Their mission is to help clients greatly reduce or eliminate their chronic pain or symptoms and improve their mental health by using specific psychotherapeutic approaches. Here's what Tanner shares about himself: "I am a therapist who primarily works with clients who have chronic pain or symptoms, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I am trained and experienced in treating chronic pain that has no structural cause, typically called neuroplastic pain or tension myoneural syndrome (TMS). I utilize Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Polyvagal Theory, Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy, Somatic Experiencing (beginner level), and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) to support my clients in eliminating or greatly reducing their pain and symptoms." "In my early 20s I began to experience anxiety, depression, chronic back pain, hip pain, leg pain, shoulder pain, arm pain, and headaches. At the time I was told I had fibromyalgia and several other conditions, and I felt deeply confused because doctors and healthcare providers could not agree upon what was physically wrong with me. After several years of suffering in daily pain and anxiety, and having little success with various treatments, I realized through my own research that nothing was structurally wrong with my body and in fact I had neuroplastic pain. Utilizing the same techniques I use with my clients, I recovered from having symptoms of chronic pain, anxiety, and depression." Listen for more on his personal and professional experience. Connect with him on IG, Facebook, and Youtube. This episode is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please seek care from a qualified professional if you need help. Best, Dr. Kenael Segal and Laura Haraka
In this episode, we are joined by Dan Buglio, the man behind Pain Free You. He shares his story about how he overcame chronic pain, his approach to recovery of all chronic conditions, including pelvic pain. Dan is a chronic pain coach with a specialty in TMS and Mindbody resolution for pain or other symptoms. His experience first began 25 years ago with 13 years experiencing back pain and Sciatica. Once he beat it, he continued to learn, study and eventually coach others on how to get out of pain themselves. Dan teaches various concepts through daily videos posted on Facebook and YouTube on his Pain Free You channels. With over 1780 videos posted over the past nearly 5 years, Millions of views on YouTube and Facebook, Dan has helped thousands around the world. He also runs a group coaching program where people with pain and symptoms can get direct access to him up to 4 times a week. Connect with him on Instagram as well.
In today's episode, Dr. Kenael and Laura discuss the added challenge of experiencing pain in a melanated body vs a non-melanated body. We also discuss some free and easy resources anyone can do, at anytime, to help manage pain. This episode is for educational purposes only and does not replace care from your medical provider. Please seek medical treatment when you need medical treatment and care. And always seek the counsel of your primary medical professional for guidance before starting any new program. Enjoy the episode and happy black history month!
In this episode, we are joined by Emily Rae Davies to discuss the important role of attuning to our sexuality and how embodiment practices can be used as a healing modality. Emily Rae Davies is an ordained priestess of body and sexual mysteries in service to a global community of women who are on a journey of physical, sexual and spiritual activation living through the heart. She's been a student of spirituality, yoga, sacred sexuality, eastern philosophy, and natural healing for over 20 years (and lifetimes more) and a teacher for 10 years. She offers online courses and community for women on a journey for physical, sexual and spiritual activation. Follow her on social media on Instagram and Facebook. Enjoy!
In this episode, Dr. Kenael and Laura talk with Charlie Merrill, PT to discuss the symbolism of pelvic pain and how uncovering the emotional blockages is one of the missing keys to relieving your symptoms. Charlie Merrill is a Physical Therapist (PT) and the founder of Merrill Performance in Boulder, CO. He's synthesized treatment of the mind and body for over 20 years to support people in returning to a high level of performance in their lives. In his practice, Charlie combines traditional hands on manual therapy and movement with a novel mind-body approach to treat a wide range of clients including some of the best runners, cyclists, rock climbers, and Cross Fitters in the world. Charlie co-created the course "Beyond Pain Education" with Dr Howard Schubiner, MD to educate and mentor clinicians who are traditionally body oriented how to transition toward a more psychosocially informed approach to pain and function. He’s about to launch a 12 week immersive course for athletes looking to unlearn and overcome chronic symptoms (“Unlearning Pain For Athletes” 1st cohort starts Jan 7, 2024), Charlie is a clinical consultant with Lin health, a digital health platform working to scale access to modern pain care. He’s a content creator appearing on Podcasts, his channel on YouTube, and is active on social media supporting people in pain. Charlie is actively involved in clinical research and consults in the digital health technology space. He also serves on the medical advisory board for "The Better Mind Center". Charlie is a lifelong competitive athlete in a variety of disciplines and lives in Boulder, Colorado with his wife and three teenage kids. To stay connected to Charlie visit his website or follow him on social media. Website: https://www.mperformance.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliemerrill YouTube: @charliemerrill. https://youtube.com/@charliemerrill Send in a voice message: http://podcaster.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondthepelvis/message
This is part 2 of getting to know your hosts. In this episode, Dr. Kenael Segal shares her story of how intuition led her to become the PT and healer she is today. To stay connected with Dr. Kenael Segal, visit her website or follow her on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lotuspelvicpt/?hl=en LinkedIn: dr-kenael-segal-70350b37 Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@lotusphysicaltherapyandwel1209
This is part 1 of getting to know your hosts. Laura Haraka shares her story of how chronic pain happened for her and served as the catalyst for major life changes. To stay connected with Laura, visit her website or follow her on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feel.to.heal.wellness Facebook: feel.to.heal.wellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/feeltohealwellness/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@feel.to.heal.wellness Be sure to follow us and leave a review if you're enjoying the content. Tell us what you love or want to learn!
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Michael Hodge shares his transformative journey through five years of severe pelvic pain and his exploration of mind-body medicine. Michael discusses the importance of understanding the root causes of pelvic symptoms, the challenges of distraction in healing, and the balance between physical modalities and emotional healing. Michael also introduces his programs designed to support individuals on their healing journeys.Connect with Michael: https://www.transformpelvichealth.com/Connect with Laura: https://www.feeltoheal.live/Join the Pelvic Healing Circle: https://www.feeltoheal.live/the-pelvic-healing-circle
Host Laura Haraka talks with Simone Holderbach, a neurology-based manual therapist and Pain Reprocessing Therapy coach, about what it means to reclaim joy after years of living with chronic pain. Simone shares her personal and professional journey of helping others recover from persistent symptoms while navigating her own path back to feeling joy. Connect with Simone Holderbach: http://www.themindbodyapproach.com Join Simone's community: http://www.community.mindbodyjoy.org Connect with Laura Haraka: https://www.feeltoheal.liveDiscover the Pelvic Healing Circle: https://www.feeltoheal.live/the-pelvic-healing-circle
Laura Haraka welcomes Steven Blake, therapist and founder of Old Pain to Go. Steven shares how his groundbreaking approach helps people recover from chronic pain conditions like fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. He explains complex pain science in relatable ways and highlights research supporting his work. Tune in for fresh hope and clarity on healing neuroplastic pain.Connect with Steven: https://oldpain2go.com/Connect with Laura Haraka: https://www.feeltoheal.liveJoin the Pelvic Healing Circle: https://www.feeltoheal.live/the-pelvic-healing-circle