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Shoreside Therapies: Without The Couch

Shoreside Therapies: Without The Couch

De : Laurie Groh MS LPC SAS
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Therapy-informed conversations for real life — hosted by Laurie Groh, MS, LPC, SAS, owner of Shoreside Therapies.

Without the Couch is a therapy-informed podcast for real life — the messy, human, in-between stuff we're all navigating. Hosted by Laurie Groh, MS, LPC, SAS, owner of Shoreside Therapies, each episode brings warm, honest conversations with therapists and experts on the things that actually shape us: motherhood and matrescence, anxiety and burnout, relationships, neurodiversity, trauma and healing, identity, and change. No jargon, no pretending we have it all figured out — just grounded insight, the occasional reframe that sticks, and tools you can actually use. Whether you're in therapy, thinking about it, or just trying to understand yourself a little better, pull up a seat. You don't need a couch to do this work. New episodes regularly. Learn more at withoutthecouch.com.

Laurie Groh MS LPC SAS Hygiène et vie saine Psychologie Psychologie et psychiatrie
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  • 56 | Mind, Body, Balance: Dr. Katarina Meister’s Insights on Managing Stress and Hormone [Re-Release]

    56 | Mind, Body, Balance: Dr. Katarina Meister’s Insights on Managing Stress and Hormone [Re-Release]
    Jun 30 2025
    ⁠Join our Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join our WWP Facebook group⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Workshops and Worksheets Dr. Katharina Meister discusses the connection between hormones and sleep, including the role of melatonin and sleep-related hormones. She emphasizes the importance of sex hormones in maintaining healthy sleep patterns and the impact of sleep deprivation on hormone regulation and overall health. Dr. Meister also highlights the role of exercise in hormonal regulation and sleep quality, as well as the connection between gut health and sleep. She provides advice on when to seek professional help for sleep disturbances and shares ongoing research and emerging trends in naturopathy. Finally, she offers actionable tips for optimizing hormonal balance. In this conversation, Katarina Meister discusses strategies for managing stress and optimizing hormonal health. She emphasizes the importance of incorporating restorative activities into daily routines and recommends a 3-2-1 exercise approach, consisting of three restorative activities, two weightlifting workouts, and one hour of walking or light cardio. Katarina also highlights the significance of nutrition in regulating cortisol levels and suggests including fiber, fat, and protein in meals. She provides tips for reducing sugar cravings and advises gradually reducing caffeine intake. Katarina explains the process of an initial consultation and the potential use of adaptogens and nutritional supplements to support hormonal balance. She also mentions the benefits of genetic testing for personalized medication response. The conversation concludes with a focus on establishing a routine and taking action steps such as walking and switching to green tea. Takeaways Incorporate restorative activities into your daily routine to manage stress and optimize hormonal health.Follow the 3-2-1 exercise approach: three restorative activities, two weightlifting workouts, and one hour of walking or light cardio.Pay attention to nutrition by including fiber, fat, and protein in meals to regulate cortisol levels.Reduce sugar cravings by ensuring meals are balanced and gradually eliminating added sugars.Consider gradually reducing caffeine intake and switching to green tea for better cortisol regulation.Consult with a healthcare professional for an initial assessment and potential lab testing to identify hormonal imbalances.Explore the use of adaptogens and nutritional supplements to support hormonal balance.Consider genetic testing to understand personalized medication response.Establish a routine and hold yourself accountable to maintain healthy habits.Take action steps such as walking and switching to green tea to improve overall well-being. Lakeside Natural Medicine https://lakesidenaturalmedicine.com/practitioners/drmeister/ ⁠Hooga: Red Light Therapy⁠⁠ I am excited to partner with Hooga! 🌟 Explore their Red Light Therapy Devices for Pain Relief, Skin Health, Energy Boost, and Recovery. Let's boost wellness together! ⁠⁠Use code Wisconsin12 for 12% off⁠⁠ Equilife ⁠⁠Get A Free Bottle Of Gluten & Dairy Support On All Orders Over $149!⁠⁠ Receive a FREE bottle of Gluten & Dairy Support Enzyme on all orders over $149! Intolerance and sensitivity to gluten and dairy are some of the most common digestive issues. Many of the highly processed packaged foods we buy at the grocery store contain difficult-to-digest gluten and dairy-based ingredients. Top 5 Books on Body and Mind Connection ⁠The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma⁠⁠Somatic Internal Family Systems Therapy: Awareness, Breath, Resonance, Movement and Touch in Practice⁠⁠DAILY VAGUS NERVE EXERCISES: Learn How to Stimulate & Activate the Power of the Longest Nerve in our Body, Prevent Inflammation and Calm Anxiety⁠⁠Applied Polyvagal Theory in Yoga: Therapeutic Practices for Emotional Health⁠⁠Energy Medicine: Balancing Your Body's Energies for Optimal Health, Joy, and Vitality Updated and Expanded
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    37 min
  • 55 | Weighted Blankets, Nervous-Systems & Finding Safety in a Busy World

    55 | Weighted Blankets, Nervous-Systems & Finding Safety in a Busy World
    Jun 23 2025

    In this episode of the Wisconsin Wellness Podcast, Laurie Groh talks with Elizabeth Grojean, founder of Baloo Living, about the science and story behind her ethical weighted blanket brand. Elizabeth shares how a leap of faith to Bali turned into a thriving business—and how slowing down can lead to deep transformation. You'll also hear:

    • Why deep pressure touch helps regulate your nervous system
    • How weighted blankets improve sleep quality, reduce anxiety, and even help during trauma work
    • The importance of listening to your body over your inner critic
    • How stress isn't always bad—it can fuel purpose
    • Why sleep equity matters for kids and how Baloo supports mental health nonprofits

    🔗 Get 10% off at BalooLiving.com with code wisconsinwellness

    🎧 Listen now on Spotify:

    https://open.spotify.com/show/2pGeHlpsWqdg4sTCpAGm3G?si=e5b4bc9098da4bc0

    📚 Learn about The Pajama Program and SeaTrees

    ✅ One Action You Can Take Today:

    Try a 5-minute grounding break with a weighted blanket — even midday. Give your body a moment of stillness and see how your nervous system responds. And if you don’t have one, maybe this is your nudge to check out Baloo (10% off with code wisconsinwellness at balooliving.com).
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    30 min
  • 54 | Dad Mode Activated: Mental Health Tools for Fatherhood

    54 | Dad Mode Activated: Mental Health Tools for Fatherhood
    Jun 15 2025

    Guest: Bradley Brown, MS, LPC-IT – Therapist at Shoreside Therapies Host: Laurie Groh, MS, LPC – Shoreside Therapies

    Description: In this special Father’s Day episode, Laurie sits down with Shoreside Therapies’ Bradley Brown to talk about the evolving mental health needs of dads. From identity shifts to emotional modeling and burnout, this conversation is packed with honest insights and practical tools. Whether you're a dad, partner, or someone supporting one, you'll leave with ideas for reflection, connection, and real growth.

    What We Cover:

    • The invisible load of fatherhood
    • Why “dad guilt” is real—and what to do about it
    • How to model emotional literacy for kids
    • Breaking generational patterns in parenting
    • Navigating loneliness and building male friendship
    • Identity loss and postpartum mental health in men

    Quick, doable strategies for better mental health today

    Resources & Links: 🌊 Shoreside Therapies – Therapy for Men 👨‍⚕️ Meet Bradley Brown 📝 Free Reflective Worksheet for Dads (optional—let me know if you want this!) 🎧 Listen to more episodes: wisconsinwellnesspodcast.com
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    25 min
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