Join Dr. Kimberly in welcoming Marjie Longshore, Ed.M, Executive Director of the Family Leadership Center. During this episode of Tea and Therapy, Dr. Kimberly and Marjie discuss the work conducted at the Family Leadership Center, parenting, and the Crucial C's. The Crucial C's are Adlerian concepts introduced by Amy Lew, Ph.D., and Betty Lou Bettner, Ph.D. The Crucial C's are Connect, Capable, Count, and Courage. While originally discussed in the goals of children's behaviors, the Crucial C's have been applied to numerous settings, including work and life tasks. Recommended links: pepparent.org familyleadershipcenter.org Recommended reading: Parenting with Courage and Uncommon Sense by Linda Jessup and Emory Luce Baldwin Video of Crucial C's presented by Kim Lee-Own https://youtu.be/SwBd8eYsfWw

Join Dr. Kimberly as she continues her series on Adlerian voices. During this episode, Dr. Bengü Ergüner Tekinalp ( Bengü) meets Dr. Kimberly for an informative discussion. Bengü shares her career journey from a student in Turkey (Türkiye) to a Professor at Drake University and President of the North American Society of Adlerian Psychology. Listen to learn more about Bengü's views on her experiences as an immigrant, teaching, counseling, and Adlerian Psychology. To learn more about the North American Society of Adlerian Psychology and to attend the conference June 1 - 4, please visit https://www.alfredadler.org/2023conference. Early Bird registration ends on April 22nd. Provide assistance to the relief funds in Turkey: Turkish Americans and Friends of Türkiye https://bridgetoturkiye.org/ Drake University School of Education MS: Counseling https://www.drake.edu/counseling/

During this episode of Tea and Therapy, Dr. Kimberly is joined by Pascale Brady to discuss coaching. Pascale Brady is The challenge coach. She is the founder and president of Global life coaching. Pascale provides Life coaching, Work and career coaching, Parent Coaching, Group Coaching, Executive and leadership coaching, Team and Group Coaching, and Expat coaching. For additional services, visit https://thechallengecoach.com/services-overview. "She is a life and business coach, consultant, trainer, and speaker with 30 years of professional experience, both in the corporate world and as an entrepreneur" (source: thechallengecoach.com). Join Dr. Kimberly and Pascale as they discuss the connection between Adlerian therapy and Adlerian coaching, compare and contrast coaching and therapy, and offer insight for individuals seeking a coach and those wanting to enter the coaching field. Please visit https://thechallengecoach.com/ for more information on Pascale Brady and Coaching. Coaching Links: (Source: Thechallengecoach.com) https://thechallengecoach.com/useful-links

Hobbies and interests are important in life and can be utilized as tools for stress management, increased socialization, and connection with others.  When working with clients, I often emphasize the importance of leisure activities and socialization with others.  For many trying new things can be difficult.  In those situations, I suggest clients consider activities they participated in when they were younger and continue or engage in similar activities as adults.  Often activities that we enjoy in younger years can provide us with satisfaction as years progress and situations in life change.   1. What activity did you enjoy in the past?   2. How can you continue to engage in the activity now?  During this episode of Tea and Therapy, Dr. Kimberly and her dance friends (Elaina Conrad, Jillian Godwin, Catania James) as they discuss their journey to dance and how dance has sustained them through various stages of life. Do you dance? What have been your childhood dreams?  Have you been told that you're too much or not enough for dance?  There's still time to follow your dreams!  Recommendations from guest Catania James:  Daniel Catanach : https://daniel-catanach-online.myshopify.com/ Daniel's bio from Steps on Broadway: https://www.broadwaydancecenter.com/faculty/daniel-catanach Louise Ruck from Coupé Dance studio in Rockland County, NY (https://coupedance.com/staff/instructors/ballet-and-pointe/) Teaches adult ballet in Rockland County and is very encouraging to adult students. Her corrections are great and gentle. Dance resources:  Social Media: Catania James: Thick Ballerina https://www.thethickballerina.com/   * https://www.instagram.com/thethickballerina/ Documentary: The Black Ballerina https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6245710/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk Dance Classes: Daniel Catanach (Virtual and in-person classes) https://daniel-catanach-online.myshopify.com/ Dance Studios in the DMV area:        Maryland Youth Ballet: https://www.marylandyouthballet.org/      Washington Ballet: https://www.washingtonballet.org/open-classes/      BalletNova: https://balletnova.org/

During this episode, Dr. Kimberly provides sips of tea regarding goal setting for the new year.  Bring your pen and paper to this episode as you make plans for 2023.  

Let's talk about sex, How important is pleasure?  What false narratives do you have regarding sex? What are your sexual boundaries? Am I kinky? How does body confidence impact your sexual identity and sexual experiences? During this edition of Tea and Therapy, Dr. Kimberly engages in a friendly conversation with Yael R. Rosenstock Gonzalez.   Listen in as they engage in conversation covering topics related to sex.  Want to learn more?  Be sure to follow Yael on her social media accounts!  Contact information for Yael R. Rosentstock Gozalez: https://linktr.ee/yaelthesexgeek Sexual attitude reassessment: https://instituteforsexuality.com/sar-live-classes/ Reading recommendations:   Nagoski, E. (2021). COME AS YOU ARE: the surprising new science that will transform your sex life. Simon & Schuster. Girl Sex 101 by Allison Moon Pleasure Activism by Adrienne Maree brown Speaking from the Heart: 18 Languages for Modern Love by Anne Hodder-Shipp The Body is Not an Apology by Sonya Renee Taylor People & Organizations Sex Positive Families:      An AMAZING collection of resources Sonalee Rashatwar's      Instagram @thefatsextherapist for fat justice/liberation Dr. Donna Oriowo's instagram:      Black Sexuality, Colorism, and Texturism What was the tea: Paris by Harney and Son Black and oolong tea, vanilla and black currant flavor, bergamot oil, caramel flavor. Briskness 2  Aroma 4  Body 2 ChocoMate Chai https://aahaachai.com/ ‌

During this episode of Tea and Therapy, Dr. Kimberly revisits an in-person presentation: Finding yourself in transition: mental wellness and change.   This episode includes a discussion on The various types of transitions, Stages of Transitions, Psychological conditions associated with transitions, Grief and Transitions, Stages of change, and the interplay between developmental stages and transitions/change.   Questions to explore while listening to this podcast:  What type of transition are you experiencing? What is your current transition or change? Does this transition appear within or out of your control? Where were you before? Where are you now? Where are you going/where do you need to be? What is your current stage of transition? Ending, The Void, New Beginning? What needs to be done at your current stage of transition to move to or maintain a new beginning? What emotions are you experiencing as you go through this transition? What stage of grief (if any) are you experiencing during this stage of transition? What do you need to do to feel more emotionally stable/reduce stress/feel at peace? What systems of coping can aid you in your transition? What systems need to be strengthened/increased? What is your current stage of change regarding your transition? What steps do you need to take to move to the maintenance stage of transition/change? What is your current developmental stage of transition/change? What questions do you have during this developmental stage of your life? What would you like to accomplish during this developmental stage of your life? What's next? Contacting Dr. Kimberly •www.drkimberlym.com  [email protected] •(202) 951-9942 * 317-721-9067 100 M. St. SE, Washington, DC 20003 •Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrKimberlyMMartin/ •Twitter:@drkimberlym •Instagram: drkimberlyteaandtherapy •Podcast: https://anchor.fm/Tea-and-Therapy https://linktr.ee/teaandtherapy

Be Well Sis!, join Dr. Kimberly and Dr. Cassandre as they have candid conversations on podcasting, community, sisterhood, acceptance, and parenting during a pandemic.   This podcast starts as we check in with both over their cups of tea.  Dr. Kimberly describes her morning sip of Adagio Tea's FoxTrot blend.  Dr. Cassandre's favorite tea companies are Adjourn tea https://www.adjournteahouse.com/ and Organic Spiced Ginger Yukki tea.   Spilling the TEA with Dr. Cassandra: How do you teach, empower and advocate?  Teaches: Self-care is a necessity.  Empowers: Black women that self-care is your right.  Advocates: For Black women to keep engaging in self-care.  Follow Dr. Cassandra on her web-page and podcast: https://thebewellsis.com/about Join Dr. Cassandra for the fourth Tea and Therapy Saturday, March 27th at Noon EST. Advance registration required, donation appreciated: https://teaandtherapy.info/MarchAnniversary Tea and good Book;  Dr. Cassandre's book recommendations: The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho The Four Agreements  by Don Miguel Ruiz Adagio FoxTrot tea contains a blend of Chamomile, Rooibos, Peppermint, and Vanilla. Vanilla: Sweet treat, curbs appetite and satisfies cravings. Natural Vanilla is an antioxidant and elevates mood. Chamomile: More of a bitter taste, chases blues away, and aids relaxation, and quiet moments. Soothes body aches and arthritis.  Antibacterial property can treat irritable bowel syndrome, ease indigestion, and fights E. Coli.   Peppermint: Cooling, fights nasal congestion, good for lungs, and cools inflamed joints.   Rooibos: Antioxidant qualities. 

Join Dr. Kimberly as she welcomes Kristen Swart, MSW LSW for a discussion on Brainspotting.  Kristen will join Dr. Kimberly and Kristin Tenuta LMFT on Saturday, February 26th at Noon EST for a presentation/workshop on Brainspotting.  Spaces are still available and advanced registration is recommended. https://teaandtherapy.info/Brainspotting  Tea and Therapy events are free of charge, your suggested donation of $10 helps support this community endeavor.  A portion of proceeds for this month will be donated to Prevail in Noblesville Indiana.  Prevail provides crisis intervention and restorative support services for adult, adolescent and child survivors of crime and abuse.   https://prevailinc.org/ Contact information for Kristen Swart, MSW LSW: peacecounselinggroup.com. Kristen Swart, MSW, LSW Peace Counseling Group Individual, Marital, and Family Therapist 317-966-6394 p Additional Information on Brainspotting:  https://brainspotting.com/

Following the Presidential inauguration on January 20th, 2021, Dr. Kimberly placed a call out for individuals who wanted to share their experiences of the events and the past several years.  During this podcast, Alenka Kyslik (Canadian and resident of California), and Tanisha Neely (California born and Hoosier transplant).  Together they share their lived experiences, thoughts on current events their hope, and coping strategies for the future.  Listen in as they come together for the first time for a light yet thoughtful discussion.