The CWN Podcast (Clinician Wellbeing Network)
By Heather McMahon
Are we able to avoid burnout and compassion fatigue? Do we understand the relationship between self-compassion and self-care? This podcast will talk about these topics and more. Applicable knowledge can result in a significant change within ourselves and the profession.
This podcast should not replace professional intervention for mental/emotional, or physical distress. Please reach out for support.
The CWN Podcast (Clinician Wellbeing Network)Apr 21, 2024
Do You Have Joy In Your Life? Meet Melissa Bloom of Joy School!
“Joy is a Practice.”
This was such a great conversation with Melissa Bloom.
Her curiosity and intention to find joy is inspiring. Her belief in humanity more than despair…leaves room for hope and Joy.
Becoming aware is the first step! Then, realize that you get to decide and change your perception in order to see your world in a new way.
I appreciate that Melissa encourages us to make these changes incrementally, knowing that a “Practice” is something that does not happen overnight.
You can find out more about Melissa and Joy School on her Website.
Get her book here and listen to her podcast, which is full of ways to find and practice joy!!!!
May you find Joy in your life today and every day.
Be Well
The CWN
Walk with Walsh: meet Wellness and Nature Expert Jennifer Walsh
“I want to change the way we look at nature, by having our conversations in nature.” - Jennifer Walsh
What an honor to record with Jennifer, she inspires us to find our best selves through natural beauty and nature. She is ready to educate and encourage all of us. My walks have been far more enriching knowing the benefits are beyond my physical health.
I am certain you will enjoy this conversation. Be sure to follow Jennifer on on Instagram and learn even more about the benefits of nature and biophilic design. Your walks will never be the same!
If you are in New York City book a Wellness Walk in Central Park with Jennifer.
Thank you for listening! Now go for a walk!
Meet the team at New Hampshire Professionals Health Program
*Welcome to a conversation with the team at New Hampshire Professionals Health Program. NHPHP
"ENCOURAGING THE WELL-BEING AND RECOVERY OF NH HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS THROUGH...COMPASSION. SUPPORT. ADVOCACY. EDUCATION. HOPE."
In this episode you will meet:
MEDICAL DIRECTOR - MOLLY ROSSIGNOL, DO FAAFP FASAM
ASSISTANT MEDICAL DIRECTOR - KATE FOLKINS, MS, APRN PMHNP-BC
CLINICAL COORDINATOR - PETE DALPRA LADC, LCS
CLINICAL ADVOCATE - MARY BEHNKE, RN BSN, RN, RXYT, HTP/A
NHPHP serves health care professionals who are licensed by the following healthcare boards: chiropractic, dental examiners, dietician, alcohol and drug board, mental health, midwifery, nursing, optometry, pharmacy, medicine (includes physician assistant), podiatry, psychology, and veterinary medicine with health problems, including medical conditions, psychiatric illnesses, substance use conditions, and/or personal problems such as family difficulties, stress or career issues. They offer support and guidance. NHPHP is a nonprofit independent organization. NHPHP’s services are free to New Hampshire-licensed professionals listed above.
Enjoy learning more from this conversation!
Maintaining participant confidentiality is an integral element of the New Hampshire Professionals Health Program (NHPHP). NHPHP operates under very strict guidelines pertaining to confidentiality and has structured the confidentiality policies after 42 CFR, Part 2 guidelines. These guidelines, which pertain to cases involving drug or alcohol use, are the strictest confidentiality guidelines that can legally be followed.
NHPHP does not (with rare exceptions regarding public safety) disclose the identity or information about any current or former participant without a written release of information. Specific questions about confidentiality should be directed to Molly Rossignol, NHPHP Medical Director – mrossignol@nhphp.org or by calling (603) 491-5036.
*NOTE: The Open house was November 6, 2023. Please forgive the late publication of this episode. That said, contact the team and they are more than happy to answer questions and share more about the program.
An Inspired Conversation with Suzanne L. Thistle MA, MLADC
We chat about all the things! Recovery, self-care, parenting, the profession and more!
What an insightful and inspiring conversation with Sue. She is an MLADC Addiction Treatment Consultant, College Educator, and Author. Suzanne's tireless contributions to the profession have been invaluable.
She is a success-driven, visionary, with a broad background in providing top-notch leadership and services within nonprofit and corporate organizations. Her expansive expertise includes, business startup/development, health and wellness consultation, and community outreach.
Sue understands the struggles faced by those who experience Substance Use Disorders and addiction. Her compassion for their stories can be found in each of her three books, with a fourth on the way.
God Is in the Addict: Alcohol and Drug Recovery Essentials for the First 90 Days Parents, Addicted Children, and Hope: Global Tools for Proactive Parents Chem-Free Sobriety: 101 Trailblazers share wisdom and insight about their natural recovery from substance use disorders
A treasury of information. Thank you Sue!
Self as Clinician and beyond with Dr. Cheryl Wilkie
What an incredibly insightful and moving conversation with Dr. Cheryl Wilkie.
Her vast personal and processional experiences create a landscape of compassionate wisdom. As former COO of Farnum Center, former NHADACA Board member, and current consultant in private practice she understand the nuances all professionals face in the field of mental health and substance use disorders.
Being honest and authentic with who we are matters! I love her honesty in stating that she is "constantly learning more about herself"
Enjoy this conversation and share this episode with others!
Take kind care of yourselves!
CWN
Meet the Team of NHADACA's Credentialing Support Partnership
The NH Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselors Association is excited to announce the launch of the Credentialing Support Partnership (CSP). The CSP partners with various NH substance use treatment programs, and other organizations that are providing substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment services, in order to provide support and ease burdens of the onsite clinical supervisor to advance licensure of clinicians.
Meet the program's team, Nick Pfeifer, Guy Torgerson, and Heather Smith as they present the Credentialing Support Partnership.
This program aims to expand behavioral health workforce capacity and access to evidenced-based treatment from licensed providers. Additionally, this program is a resource for answering questions related to all New Hampshire substance use credentials. The CSP is designed to support LADC and MLADC licensure candidates by providing the necessary supervision and other supports (skill building, mentoring, coaching, etc.) to participants as you work towards successful completion and obtain licensure.
Some of the benefits of working with the Credentialing Support Partnership include:
- 2 hours of virtual supervision, including both individual and group formats
- Access to trainings through the NH Training Institute on Addictive Disorders
- Direct guidance and support with the application process for the LADC or MLADC
- Support with IC&RC exam preparation
- Scholarship opportunities for additional trainings and workshops
- Education specific to maintaining your license once you complete the initial process
- No cost to participate!
What is the process for enrolling?
- Contact us via phone or email (credentialing@nhadaca.org)
- Complete an Application Form
- Complete required paperwork with the agency/organization in which you work
While not all applicants will be approved for the program, those that are selected will meet with a staff member to fully enroll in the program. Program enrollment includes pre-involvement survey questions, various forms, discussions with the participant as well as the participant’s work-site supervisor(s). Upon successful enrollment, you will begin your process of supervision, guidance and mentorship toward licensure as a New Hampshire LADC or MLADC.
Wellness rather than illness with Dr. Michelle Robin
What a wonderful conversation with Dr. Michelle Robin. She is a chiropractor, author, teacher, holistic healer, podcaster, and national speaker. My favorite title for her is Wellness Evangelist!
She is the Chief Wellness Officer at Your Wellness Connection. Their approach to health is at the level of wellness rather than illness or disease. Dr. Robin believes in treating the whole person. Her Kansas City-based Center for Integrative Wellness offers various services to meet the wellness needs of the community. Her Wellness NetworkSmall Changes Big Shifts is another resource offering a framework called the "Quadrants of Well-Being."
#1 Bestselling Author
The E Factor
Wellness on a Shoestring
Small Changes Big Shifts
"Wellness is a continuum. It is not static but ever-changing. We are either moving toward disease or wellness each moment we choose what to drink or eat, how we think, how we interact with others, and how we move. " ~Dr. Robin
How are you paying attention to your health? Do you invest each day in your wellness? This conversation will encourage you to do just that! Follow Dr. Robin for more health-promoting tools!
Thank you for being here today!
I would love to hear from you!
Heather
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The Work You Do!
Thank you! Thank you for showing up in the profession every day, ready to help others!
Working in the world of Substance Use Disorders and Mental Health is concurrently challenging and rewarding. You are tasked with the critical responsibility of caring for and helping others.
It is essential to recognize that clinicians, support workforce, and leaders are not immune to stress, burnout, or emotional exhaustion. Therefore, self-care practices are crucial in managing stress and maintaining mental well-being. When the work is demanding, do you recognize when you need a break? Do you know when you need support? Do you have that support in place?
This a brief chat about all of this and a "Thank You" for the incredible work you do each day!
If you have a friend or colleague who would benefit from this episode, please pass it along. We would love to hear from you. What topics would you like discussed? Your comments and reviews inform future episodes!!!
Core Principle, We need to take care of ourselves!
Get ready for an inspiring conversation about the importance of mental health and wellness with Dr. Tana Bridge. She is a professor of Social Work at Eastern Michigan University. She is recognized for her passion, expertise, and skills in engagement. Tana has a 25-year track record of excellence in teaching, service, and professional consulting. Dr. Bridge's expertise in trauma, ethical practice, and collaboration are common threads in all areas of engagement. She currently serves on many local and state-wide committees. Dr. Bridge has several awards and certifications. She is licensed in both clinical and macro practice. She holds several advanced certifications, including Advanced Certified Trauma Practitioner, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional.
Learn the power of understanding Vicarious Trauma and how to stay well in today's world. We all know how important it is to stay healthy and maintain a balanced lifestyle. It's essential for our overall well-being. However, we often don't take the time to think about how we can best achieve that. This discerning conversation offers encouragement and strategies to help you better manage your stress and take control of your mental health. You don't have to go through this alone!
Thank you, Dr. Bridge, for your time and valuable insights!
Welcome to the CWN Podcast!
Hello, and Welcome to the CWN Podcast!
A podcast for NHADACA's Clinician Wellbeing Network.
Let's talk about self-care, self-compassion, and achieving balance and contentment in our personal and professional lives.
- How do you prioritize your needs while serving others?
- What do you do for self-care?
- What must we do as a collective of professionals to support one another?
These and other topics will be discussed. We love to hear from you, the listener. Let us know what topics you would like addressed. You can reach the host, Heather McMahon, Here
heather@nhadaca.org
wellness@nhadaca.org
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Original music by Sam Kingston
Self-Compassion rather than Self-Sacrifice. A conversation with Angela Thomas Jones
This CWN Podcast episode is a conversation with Angela Thomas Jones. She illuminates the struggles many of us experience in our professional and personal lives. She is a compassionate wealth of information.
Angela wears many hats as a Clinician, a supervisor of soon-to-be clinicians, an Advocate for her profession, a winner of the Literary Titan Gold Book Award, and an Encourager to all to be aware of our self-care needs. She is unapologetic in her Bulldog tenacity in being a voice of wellness for clinicians.
Angela's book Not Too Tired to Care was the recipient of Amazon Best Seller and #1 New Release in Practice Management.
You do not have to be a first responder or someone working in Human Services to experience Compassion Fatigue or Burnout. Self-Care, Self-Compassion, and assessing our needs are vital to every single one of us.
What Can You Do:
Ask for support: Tell others if you are struggling with how you feel emotionally or physically about your personal, professional, or personal life.
Engage in Self-Care: Proactive rather than reactive self-care. This will look different for everyone.
Take The: ProQOL assessment and the Self-Compassion Quiz.
More Resources:
National Academy of Medicine, call to Action for Clinician Well-Being and Resilience.
ProQOL, Compassion Fatigue
NAMI, In Our Own Voice
NHADACA New Hampshire Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselors Association
Green Cross Standards of Care Guidelines
Rural Health Research Michael Meit
Kristin Neff Self-Compassion
I hope you find new ways to take compassionate care of yourself and others!
Be Well