Finding Fulfillment: An Interview with Kasey Compton

In this episode of the 'SoulCare for Therapists' podcast, host Dawn Gabriel welcomes author and entrepreneur Kasey Compton. They discuss the launch of Kasey's new book 'In Search of You,' a journey through her personal and professional life, and the struggles of finding fulfillment despite success. Casey vulnerably shares her story of navigating personal turmoil, including a sudden divorce, and her path to self-discovery and therapy. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-care for therapists and business owners, touching on themes of vulnerability, over-functioning, and the challenges of balancing personal ambitions with internal happiness. The episode offers valuable insights for therapists on normalizing resistance to therapy and the need for self-awareness and soul alignment in their practice.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:24 Casey's Background and Journey

02:45 The Vulnerability of Launching a Book

04:09 Exploring Unfulfillment and Overfunctioning

08:35 Casey's Personal Struggles and Turning Point

13:01 The Writing Process and Book Structure

14:23 Impact and Reception of the Book

17:41 Challenges and Vulnerability in a Conservative Community

26:01 Advice for Therapists and Personal Growth

27:55 Looking Ahead and Final Thoughts

• In Search of You - Get more info on the book and Kasey’s story

• Kasey’s Social Media on Facebook and Instagram:@HiKaseyCompton

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• Soul Care Retreats: Exclusively for therapists who want to recharge in a deep and fulfilling way. You will engage in your own spiritual journey, find some release from the work you do, as well as connect with other therapists all while enjoying the beauty of Colorado at a secluded and peaceful retreat center. Limited to 6-8 therapists.

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Returning with Reflection: Navigating Challenges and Finding Renewal

In this episode of Soulcare for Therapists, host Dawn Gabriel shares her journey through a four-month hiatus, addressing personal challenges, burnout, and the unexpected departure of key therapists from her practice.

Despite these trials, she reflects on the growth and insights gained during this period, including the importance of detachment and reevaluation of her attachments, particularly concerning her business and team dynamics.

Dawn opens up about the spiritual and emotional processes that aided her through these times, highlighting a meaningful retreat and her continuous dedication to her spiritual practice. She also announces plans for expansion and the renewed direction for her group therapy practice, emphasizing the importance of resilience, faith, and the continuous cycle of learning and healing for therapists and within their practices.

Show Highlights

• 00:00 Welcome Back: A Personal Journey of Growth and Pause
• 01:56 The Power of Taking a Break: Reflections and Realizations
• 02:40 A Spiritual Retreat: Rejuvenation and Divine Encounters
• 03:53 Navigating Challenges: Group Practice Dynamics and Personal Growth
• 08:12 Healing and Leadership: A Journey of Renewal
• 13:20 Embracing Vulnerability: Lessons from the Grand Canyon
• 17:21 Looking Ahead: New Beginnings and Continued Growth
• 18:14 Closing Thoughts and Invitations for Engagement

• Sacred Space Community Groups - with Dawn

• Soul Care Retreats: Exclusively for therapists who want to recharge deeply and be fulfilling. You will engage in your own spiritual journey, find some release from your work, and connect with other therapists while enjoying the beauty of Colorado at a secluded and peaceful retreat center. Limited to 6-8 therapists

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Pausing for Soul Care 

In this episode, we explore the story behind the decision to take a break from the Soul Care for Therapists podcast. Dawn Gabriel opens up about the importance of prioritizing self-care and provides insights into her own journey of recognizing signs of burnout and the need for soul care. She emphasizes the significance of setting boundaries and offers support to listeners during her hiatus. The podcast concludes with a reminder to listeners to prioritize self-care and invites them to explore previous podcast episodes and connect with Dawn through various channels.

• 00:07 Introduction to Soul Care for Therapists Podcast
• 01:00 The Need for a Break: Recognizing Signs of Burnout
• 01:28 The Importance of Self-Care and Taking Time Off
• 02:36 The Power of Community and Permission to Pause
• 03:23 The Plan for the Break and Future Expectations
• 04:35 Continued Availability and Encouragement for Self-Care
• 05:29 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

• Sacred Space Community Groups - with Dawn

• Soul Care Retreats: Exclusively for therapists who want to recharge in a deep and fulfilling way. You will engage in your own spiritual journey, find some release from the work you do, as well as connect with other therapists all while enjoying the beauty of Colorado at a secluded and peaceful retreat center. Limited to 6-8 therapists.

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The Therapuetic Power of Hiking with Dr. Dawn Brukenhoefer

Dr. Dawn Bronkenhofer joins Dawn Gabriel, host of the Soul Care for Therapists podcast, to discuss the importance of self-care for mental health therapists. Dr. Bronkenhofer owns a group practice and utilizes her counselor education background to design retreats and educational opportunities for therapists. Specializing in hiking retreats, she explores the physical and psychological benefits of overcoming challenges in nature. These retreats pushes therapists to face their fears, helping them build resilience and stamina. The tougher retreats are described as 'tours', emphasizing the intense physical demand they impose. While the process is not always easy, participants ultimately gain a sense of accomplishment, inner development, and greater mental strength. Dr. Bronkenhofer shares how she uses hiking to prevent burnout, and encourages therapists to partake in the spiritual practice of being still in nature to promote overall wellness.

00:08 Introduction and Welcome

00:08 Meet the Host: Dawn Gabriel

01:23 Guest Introduction: Dr. Dawn Bronkenhofer

03:12 Dr. Dawn's Journey into Hiking Retreats

05:28 The Healing Power of Nature

06:56 The Dynamics of Hiking Tours

10:03 The Impact of Hiking Tours on Therapists

14:24 The Importance of Self-Care for Therapists

25:45 The Practice Class: Upcoming Tours and Retreats

32:25 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

• Podcast Web Page

• Social Media Handles: @thepacticeclass

• The Practice Class: Innovative counselor education trainings and retreats for therapists of all levels wanting more

• Sacred Space Community Groups - with Dawn

• Soul Care Retreats: Exclusively for therapists who want to recharge in a deep and fulfilling way. You will engage in your own spiritual journey, find some release from the work you do, as well as connect with other therapists all while enjoying the beauty of Colorado at a secluded and peaceful retreat center. Limited to 6-8 therapists.

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In this podcast episode, host Dawn Gabriel converses with Katie Kroening, a licensed clinical social worker and owner of a faith-based counseling practice. Katie provides insight into her faith's influence on her career, starting with her decision to seek a career in social work and setting up her own counseling practice in 2018. She emphasizes the importance of waiting upon the Lord and aligning one's professional decisions with spiritual convictions. She shares a personal story about the tragedy her husband faced and how the experience reinforced her trust in God. Katie also discusses her recent decision to open a second location of her practice, which came after years of prayer and waiting. Katie and Dawn talk about the challenges in dealing with the fear of reducing their practices' size or altering their offering due to faith-related decisions. They conclude with a conversation on overcoming the fear of judgment, maintaining cultural values, and balancing business decisions with spiritual commitments, encouraging listeners to stay true to their values and persevere in their journey. View the full show notes on the webpage. 

• 00:08 Introduction and Welcoming Guest
• 00:32 Getting to Know Katie Kroening
• 00:41 Katie's Professional Journey and Personal Life
• 02:04 Discussing Katie's Specialization and Practice
• 03:17 God as a Business Partner
• 03:30 Katie's Faith Journey and Career Aspirations
• 06:54 The Importance of Waiting on the Lord
• 07:28 Katie's Personal Story and Challenges
• 07:41 Katie's Business Growth and Expansion
• 09:06 The Power of Faith and Patience
• 19:15 The Role of Fear in Decision Making
• 21:13 The Importance of Aligning with Values
• 22:57 The Struggles and Rewards of Running a Practice
• 31:36 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement

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• Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/Katiekroeningctr4crg/
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• Soul Care Retreats: Exclusively for therapists who want to recharge in a deep and fulfilling way. You will engage in your own spiritual journey, find some release from the work you do, as well as connect with other therapists all while enjoying the beauty of Colorado at a secluded and peaceful retreat center. Limited to 6-8 therapists.

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Incorporating Faith into Owning a Private Practice: A Conversation with Nathan Hanson

In this podcast, Nathan Hanson is invited to discuss his career as a licensed professional counselor (LPC), husband, father, and owner of a private practice. He takes pride in his role as a business owner and places importance on his personal life as a husband and a father. He emphasizes the importance of a balance between personal and professional life, namely putting family first and work second. Nathan mentions his faith throughout the conversation, expressing how he prays for his clients and his practice regularly. He holds onto the belief that his practice is God's business too, and it's this faith that has helped him grow his practice over the years. Also, Nathan shares how he prioritizes honesty, integrity, compassion, and grace, which are core tenets of his faith, in his practices. Visit the web page for full shownotes. 

• 00:07 Introduction and Guest Background
• 02:32 The Journey to Becoming a Practice Owner
• 03:11 Balancing Personal Identity and Professional Role
• 03:54 The Role of Faith in Personal and Professional Life
• 06:58 The Decision to Incorporate Faith into Practice
• 09:09 The Impact of Faith on Client Relationships
• 14:30 The Practice of Inviting God into the Workspace
• 16:32 Understanding Our Relationship with God
• 17:30 The Concept of Pleasing God
• 18:39 God's Perception of Us
• 19:34 The Unique Place of Humans in Creation
• 20:56 God's Unconditional Love for His Children
• 21:05 God's Role in Our Professional Lives
• 23:41 Balancing Trust in God and Business Efforts
• 26:53 The Importance of Humility and Trust in God
• 28:04 Praying for Clients and Trusting God's Provision
• 29:23 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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• Sacred Space Community Groups - with Dawn

• Soul Care Retreats: Exclusively for therapists who want to recharge in a deep and fulfilling way. You will engage in your own spiritual journey, find some release from the work you do, as well as connect with other therapists all while enjoying the beauty of Colorado at a secluded and peaceful retreat center. Limited to 6-8 therapists.

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In this blog post, we will delve into the inspiring journey of Lisa Franklin, a licensed clinical social worker, and her experience of having God as her business partner. Lisa's story showcases her unwavering trust in God's guidance and how it has led her to professional success. We invite you to join us on this journey and explore how faith can play a significant role in our entrepreneurial ventures.

Lisa shares how she had always felt a deep sense of knowing that she was meant to go into counseling and open a private practice. Even when faced with obstacles and uncertainties, she relied on her faith to provide her with the clarity she needed. Through her personal experiences with counseling her own children and the lack of options available for middle-class families, Lisa found her purpose. She knew that she wanted to create a practice that catered to the needs of the community she cared about.

Like any entrepreneur, Lisa encountered roadblocks along her journey. From the struggles of working in community mental health to the challenges of starting her own practice, she faced moments of doubt and frustration. However, Lisa's unwavering trust in God's plan kept her going. She leaned on her faith to persevere through difficult seasons, even when her sister opened a group practice down the street from hers. Lisa's ability to surrender the outcome and trust in God's timing allowed her to find peace amid competing circumstances.

As Lisa transitioned her practice into a group practice, she learned the importance of unity within her team. She prayed for cohesive relationships and trust among her employees. Lisa's team members, including those who initially had reservations, recognized her leadership and chose to trust her. Their ability to see her vision and trust in her decisions brought about a strong bond within the group practice.

One of the key takeaways from Lisa's journey is the practice of surrender. She emphasizes the need to surrender the outcome of our plans and trust in God's greater plan for our lives. Lisa advises finding consistent and grounding practices, such as morning reflection or prayer, to nurture this trust. By aligning ourselves with God's nature and character, we can face the challenges of entrepreneurship with a grounded sense of purpose and confidence.

Lisa Franklin's story serves as an inspiring reminder of the importance of faith in our entrepreneurial endeavors. Through her unwavering trust in God's guidance, she has built a successful group practice that caters to the needs of her community. Lisa's journey showcases the power of surrender and unity, as well as the significance of finding grounding practices rooted in faith. As you embark on your own entrepreneurial journey, may you find inspiration from Lisa's story and embrace the idea of having God as your business partner. Trust in His plan, surrender the outcome, and watch as your professional success unfolds.

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• Sacred Space Community Groups - with Dawn

• Soul Care Retreats: Exclusively for therapists who want to recharge in a deep and fulfilling way. You will engage in your own spiritual journey, find some release from the work you do, as well as connect with other therapists all while enjoying the beauty of Colorado at a secluded and peaceful retreat center. Limited to 6-8 therapists.

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