Mindful Elevation

In this powerful episode, breathwork practitioner Leo Marrs joins us to explore how something as simple—and profound—as the breath can lead to deep healing, emotional regulation, and inner strength. We discuss the science and spirit of conscious breathing, how it impacts the nervous system, and why breath is the key to unlocking presence and personal power. Whether you're new to breathwork or looking to deepen your practice, this conversation offers insights, guidance, and inspiration—one breath at a time.   **Leo Marrs guides listeners through a 10 breath sequence in this episode. Please only follow along in a safe environment.**   Resources: https://www.leomarrs.com/ Instagram: @theleomarrs YouTube: @LeoMarrs TikTok: @theleomarrs Facebook: @leomarrs.personal App Ethr: https://www.ethr.one/ Ken Wilber and Integral Theory: https://integrallife.com/who-is-ken-wilber/ The Body Keeps the Score: https://www.besselvanderkolk.com/resources/the-body-keeps-the-score      If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation  Website: www.elevate-counseling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!    

Back-to-school season can be exciting, but it can also bring a whirlwind of schedules, emotions, and new routines. In this episode, Allyson Balara, LMHC, shares mindful strategies to help both parents and students navigate the transition with ease. You’ll learn how to create calm, grounded mornings, set realistic expectations of the day, and add stress reducing tools to both your and your child's toolbox. Whether you’re sending your child to kindergarten or high school, these tips will help your family approach the school year with focus, balance, and a little more peace.   Resources: Name It to Tame It: https://contextualconsulting.co.uk/resources/name-it-to-tame-it-worksheet-for-working-with-childrens-emotions  Breathing Exercises for Kids: https://www.therapistaid.com/therapy-worksheet/belly-breathing-instructions Check In's: https://www.bgca.org/news-stories/2023/July/emotional-check-ins-for-kids/ Invisible String: Invisible String on Amazon Kissing Hand: Kissing Hand on Amazon      If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation        Website: www.elevate-counseling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!  

In this enlightening episode, Mas Mike Zeleznick shares the transformative power of Vibravision—a rare martial arts practice that unlocks the potential of breathwork, energy awareness, and intuitive perception. We explore how training in Vibravision can connect you to your inner self, enhance your sixth sense, and awaken a deeper level of consciousness. Join us as we dive into the intersection of martial arts, energy psychology, and inner wisdom, and discover how to access the unseen through focused breath and mindful intention.   Resources: Website: https://vibravision.com/ Instagram: @VibravisionUSA YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Vibravision  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mas-mike/ IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm14733557/     If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation    Website: www.elevate-counseling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!  

How do we move from internalized shame to a place of self-acceptance and safety? In this episode, trauma-informed therapist Ann Russo, LCSW, joins us to discuss the impact of shame on the body and mind, particularly within queer and marginalized identities. Through mindfulness practices like body scans and self-compassion, we explore ways to challenge negative beliefs and cultivate healing. Whether you’re on a personal journey of self-discovery or supporting others, this conversation offers insight, validation, and practical tools for reclaiming your sense of wholeness.   Resources:  https://www.amrtherapy.com/ https://marlenewinell.net/ CEU: https://www.annrusso.org/courses/    If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation      Website: www.elevate-counseling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!

Becoming a mother can be beautiful—but it can also be overwhelming, isolating, and emotionally challenging. In this episode, we invite Carrie Stone, LMHC, PMH-C; and Megan O'Toole, LMHC, ATR, PMH-C to explore the critical topic of maternal mental health and why honest conversations are so important. You'll learn the difference between common “baby blues” and the more serious postpartum depression (PPD), and why so many women suffer in silence. We’ll also discuss how loved ones can offer meaningful support and how mothers can ask for help without shame. Whether you're a parent, partner, friend, or health professional, this episode will equip you with the tools to advocate, support, and speak up—because maternal mental health matters.   Resources: https://postpartum.net/ https://www.mcpapformoms.org/ Pregnancy and Postpartum  Reading and Workbooks     If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation  Website: www.elevate-counseling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!

Chronic pain isn’t just physical—it’s shaped by our thoughts, emotions, and past experiences. In this episode, Stacey Roberts, PT, MBA, MSN, RN reveals the blind spots of conventional medicine and how changing our narrative around pain can open the door to deep healing. We explore key insights from her new book "The Pain Free Formula: Solving the Puzzle of Muscle and Joint Pain Without Surgery, Drugs, or Injections," and break down her three-step process for lasting relief. If you're looking for a fresh, holistic approach to pain, this episode is a must-listen.   Resources:  The Pain Free Formula: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-pain-free-formula-stacey-roberts/1147270708https://www.amazon.com/Pain-Free-Formula-Solving-Injections/dp/0998183717 https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ https://softwavetrt.com/    If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation  Website: www.elevate-counseling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!    

Grief is a profound and personal journey, but healing is possible in ways we may not expect. In this episode, we welcome Leigh-Ann Larson, LMHC - a grief educator, intuitive, retreat facilitator, and Induced After-Death Communication (IADC) practitioner. Leigh Ann shares her insights on how these transformative approaches can help individuals process loss, reconnect with love, and find deeper healing.   Resources: Retreats: https://www.leigh-ann-larson.com/retreats  Leigh-Ann's Grief Community: https://leigh-ann-larson.myflodesk.com/griefcommunity  Leigh-Ann Larson: https://www.leigh-ann-larson.com/ David Kessler: https://grief.com/ Joe Dispenza: https://drjoedispenza.com/ Bruce Lipton: https://www.brucelipton.com/energy-psychology-changes-how-you-think/  Alan Botkin, PsD: https://www.iadctherapy.com/aboutiadc    Raymond Moody, PhD: https://www.lifeafterlife.com/    Association for Comprehensive Energy Psychology: https://www.energypsych.org/        If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation      Website: www.elevate-counseling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!  

We are so excited to welcome back Hannah Campbell, LICSW, on Mindful Elevation to talk about the intersection of mental health, trauma and yoga. Today's episode explores the transformative practice of trauma-sensitive yoga, designed to create a safe and supportive environment for individuals healing from trauma. This episode delves into the principles of trauma-informed teaching, the importance of choice and empowerment in movement, and how this approach fosters healing. Whether you're a seasoned yogi, teacher, or someone curious about mindful recovery, this conversation offers insights into the profound connection between the mind, body, and trauma.   Resources: Hannah's Self-Care Course: CLICK HERE!  (Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off, or try a free trial!) The Body Keeps the Score - Bessel van der Kolk https://www.traumasensitiveyoga.com/  Yoga Renew Teacher Training https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5404814/  Essential Guide to Trauma Sensitive Yoga by Lara Land   Related Mindful Elevation Episode: Body Neutrality and Movement with Kim Hollister   If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation      Website: www.elevate-counseling.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling  Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store  Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!

Start your year with clarity and purpose in this calming guided meditation. Release the weight of the past year, embrace gratitude for growth, and set intentions for the year ahead. Through mindful breathing and visualization, you'll create space for renewal and step confidently into a fresh chapter. Perfect for finding balance and starting the new year with a clear mind and open heart.     If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation      Website: www.elevate-counseling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!  

In this episode, we invite Sharon Fortier-O'Dea LMHC-ATR onto the podcast to explore the transformative power of art therapy in group settings. Discover how creative expression can foster connection, promote healing, and empower individuals to share their stories in a supportive environment. We’ll delve into practical techniques, age-appropriate interventions, and expert insights on harnessing the therapeutic magic of art to foster healing on a community level. Whether you’re an artist, therapist, or simply curious about the intersection of creativity and mental health, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable tips.   Check out Sharon's art therapy group here:  Who: Ages 10-13 When: Mondays from January , 2025 to February 3, 2025 from 6:15-7:45 PM Where: Elevate Counseling, 117 Eastman St, South Easton, MA 02375 Contact: (508) 297-1491 or intake@elevate-counseling.com   Check out the Artful Minds Flyer !!       If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation      Website: www.elevate-counseling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!  

In this educational Energy Elevator, we’ll explore the seven main chakras—the powerful energy centers within us that shape our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. From grounding at the Root to higher consciousness at the Crown, you’ll learn what each chakra represents, how it affects your life, and simple ways to keep these energies balanced. Perfect for beginners, this guide will give you the foundation you need to start your journey toward inner harmony and self-awareness.   Check out these past Mindful Elevation episodes regarding chakras! -Chakras with Leigh-Ann Larson, July 2023 -Reiki 101 with Leigh-Ann Larson, January 2024     Resources: https://www.healthline.com/health/fitness-exercise/7-chakras    If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation      Website: www.elevate-counseling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!  

In honor of Veterans Day, this Elevator delves into how mindfulness practices support veterans in healing from the mental and emotional challenges they face after service. Listeners will hear practical tips on incorporating mindfulness into daily routines, learn about its proven benefits for mental health, and gain insight into how veterans are finding calm, focus, and healing through these practices.  Keep listening to the end of the episode to tap into a grounding meditation designed to help veterans reconnect with the present moment, reduce anxiety, and foster emotional resilience.       Resources: https://www.va.gov/  https://www.militaryonesource.mil/benefits/help-for-veterans/  https://mindfulwarriorproject.org/  https://www.operationwarriorresolution.org/    If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation      Website: www.elevate-counseling.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling  Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store  Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!  

In this meditation, we’ll explore ways to find calm and acceptance in the face of uncertainty. Through gentle breathwork and mindful awareness, we’ll soften our responses to fear and worry, embracing the unknown with courage and compassion. Join us as we cultivate a deep sense of peace and openness, allowing ourselves to rest in the present moment, no matter what life brings.   If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation      Website: www.elevate-counseling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!  

CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses topics related to pregnancy and infant loss, which may be emotionally challenging for some listeners. Please take care while listening, and feel free to pause or skip if needed. We are here to hold space for these conversations with compassion and sensitivity.   In this episode, we welcome Carrie Stone, LMHC to share her wisdom and clinical experience surrounding the grief of pregnancy and infant loss. Carrie brings her  professional expertise to the table, offering heartfelt insights on coping, remembrance, and finding resilience. Our conversation touches on the importance of acknowledgment, community, and the ways we can support ourselves and others through the deep pain of loss. Join us as we discuss how to hold space for grief and honor these profound experiences with compassion and understanding.   Resources:  Round Table: https://youtu.be/60WExISYRk8 https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/loss-grief-in-pregnancy-postpartum/  https://pregnancyafterlosssupport.org/  https://www.pregnancyloss.org/  www.postpartum.net/get-help/provider-directory/    If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation    Website: www.elevate-counseling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!

In this episode, we dive into five stages of grief—denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance—as originally introduced by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross. We’ll explore how these stages help us understand our emotional responses to loss and how they guide us through the healing process. We also introduce the groundbreaking work of grief expert David Kessler, who expands on the original model with the concept of "meaning making." Kessler argues that finding meaning in loss is a critical, often overlooked step in grieving, allowing us not only to heal but also to transform our pain into personal growth and deeper connection.      Resources: https://www.ted.com/talks/david_kessler_how_to_find_meaning_after_loss?subtitle=en https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK507885/  https://www.ted.com/talks/nora_mcinerny_we_don_t_move_on_from_grief_we_move_forward_with_it?subtitle=en      If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation    Website: www.elevate-counseling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!

In this special episode for Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day, we hold space for those navigating the complex emotions of loss, grief, and healing. Through a guided meditation, we offer a gentle path toward peace and mindfulness, providing comfort and reflection. Join us as we explore compassionate ways to support ourselves and others on this journey of love, loss, and renewal.   Resources:  https://www.october15th.com/      If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation    Website: www.elevate-counseling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!

In today's Energy Elevator, we explore using meditation as a powerful tool for accessing our inner wisdom and deepening our self-awareness. Drawing inspiration from Sue Patton Thoele’s The Woman’s Book of Courage, we dive into meditation to help quiet the mind, connect with our true selves, and nurture the courage to trust our inner guidance.   Resources: https://www.suepattonthoele.com/      If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation  Website: www.elevate-counseling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!

Take a few moments (six minutes!) out of your busy day to reconnect with your body and mind. In this episode, we guide you through a series of gentle stretches, mindful breathing exercises, and relaxing movements designed to release tension and bring calm to your mind. Whether you’re at your desk, in your living room, or just starting the day, this mini movement break is perfect for recharging your energy and resetting your focus. No equipment needed—just a little space and an open mind.     If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation    Website: www.elevate-counseling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!  

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions about suicide, including detailed conversations on warning signs and prevention. We understand this may be a difficult or triggering topic for some listeners. If you or someone you know is struggling, please consider seeking support from a mental health professional or contacting a suicide prevention hotline (988). Your well-being is important, and there are resources available to help.   In today's episode, we invite back Ashley Luongo, LMHC to discuss the sensitive yet important topic of suicide. We'll discuss common misconceptions, identify key warning signs, and highlight the resources available for those in need. By breaking the silence, we can reduce stigma, increase awareness, and ultimately save lives. We also reflect on our experience at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Out of the Dark Overnight Walk in Boston from this past October. Join us as work to create a world where no one feels alone in their darkest moments.   Resources: https://988lifeline.org/  https://afsp.org/ Overnight Walk: https://www.theovernight.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=536 https://samaritanshope.org/ https://suicidepreventionnow.org/ https://suicideprevention.nv.gov/Youth/Myths/       If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation        Website: www.elevate-counseling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store   Use code MINDFULELEVATION for 15% off courses!!  

In this Elevator, we dive into the fascinating world of mindfulness and the brain. Discover how mindfulness meditation physically changes your brain, improves focus, reduces stress, and enhances emotional regulation. We’ll explore the latest scientific research and break down how this ancient practice is backed by modern neuroscience. Learn what’s really happening in your brain when you’re present, and why it matters!   Resources: https://www.nature.com/articles/nrn3916 https://neuro.wharton.upenn.edu/community/winss_scholar_blog2/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9896358/     If you love Mindful Elevation, spread the love by following and sharing! #mindfulelevation    Website: www.elevate-counseling.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_counseling_services/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecounselingservices YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevate-counseling Courses: https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/store Use code MINDFULELEVATION for