Season 1: Episode 9 - Trust & Authenticity: Healing Through Connection with Kimia Anderson and "B" (Part 1)

In this episode of the Alter’d Life Podcast, Michael Castanon delves into a compelling conversation between therapist Kimia Anderson and her client, B, exploring the transformative power of trust and authenticity in their therapeutic relationship. Through their genuine connection, they navigate addiction, trauma, and the profound impact of feeling truly cared for in the healing process.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

The Importance of Trust: Establishing and maintaining trust is foundational in any relationship, particularly in therapy. It requires commitment and genuine care to foster and preserve trust.

Authentic Communication: Being authentic and real allows for deeper connections and enables individuals to explore profound healing spaces within themselves.

HIGHLIGHT QUOTES

"People don't really care what you know until they first know that you care."

"Our personalities just meshed together. It was very easy to talk to her, feel like I can tell her anything without being judged."

"Being authentic and real will allow you to go deeper and experience a more powerful connection with the other person."

Find out more about Kimia Anderson:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimia-anderson-13b483b0

Connect with Michael and Alter Behavioral Health:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-castanon-3a51748/
Website: https://alterbehavioralhealth.com/

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