Ep. 71 - Therapist, Mother, CEO: Leading Through Crisis and Cancer with Kristin Mervich, LCSW
Description
In this deeply moving and empowering episode of The Holistic Counselor Podcast, host Diana S. Rice sits down with therapist, group practice owner, and therapist-mom coach Kristin Mervich, LCSW. Kristin shares her raw and courageous journey of navigating her son’s Stage 4 Neuroblastoma diagnosis while continuing to lead a group practice, raise two young children, and coach fellow therapist-moms on how to work part-time with full-time pay.
This episode explores the intersection of motherhood, grief, entrepreneurship, and mental health with bold honesty and spiritual depth. You’ll hear about:
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Kristin’s personal journey into private practice and coaching
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The moment she learned of her son’s cancer diagnosis
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How she emotionally regulates through crisis
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Using identity journaling as a tool for hope and vision
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The myth of "balance" and why integration matters more
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How her group practice functions without traditional admin
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Coaching other therapist-moms through fear and into sustainable business models
Whether you’re a clinician, a mother, or a woman holding grief and responsibility simultaneously, this episode offers soul-level encouragement and practical strategies you can implement today.
Topics Covered:
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Emotional resilience for therapists and caregivers
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Parenting during medical trauma
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Somatic and nutritional tools for anxiety and burnout
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Creating slow mornings and sustainable schedules
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Breaking free from the guilt around money, motherhood, and ambition
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Faith, surrender, and finding God in the unknown
Key Quotes:
“It’s not about being Superwoman. It’s about integration—and creating a life that works for the person you are right now.” —Kristin Mervich
“We don’t have to freeze in fear. We can face everything and rise—even when we’re grieving.” —Diana S. Rice
Resources & Mentions:
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Kristin’s Group Practice: Outsmarting Anxiety & OCD
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Therapist Mom Coaching: @therapreneurmother on Instagram
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Free Resource: Private Practice Mom's Playbook
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Podcasts mentioned: Entrepreneurial Therapist, EmpowerHER, Millionaire Mother, Momset
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Book Mentioned: The Practice by Seth Godin
Connect with Kristin:
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Instagram: @therapreneurmother
Connect with Diana:
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Website: www.throughthevalleytherapy.com
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Instagram: @throughthevalleytherapy
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Podcast Instagram: @theholisticcounselorpodcast
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