The Journey of Motherhood, Reclaiming Your Power with Clinical Social Worker Emily Heilman

26/06/2025 1h 1min Episodio 4
The Journey of Motherhood, Reclaiming Your Power with Clinical Social Worker Emily Heilman

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Welcome back to Reignite with Reet! This week, we’re joined by Emily Heilman, a trauma-informed Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Perinatal Mental Health Provider (PMH-C), who brings over 18 years of experience supporting women and families through the emotional terrain of motherhood and beyond.In this episode, Reet and Emily dive into the critical need for mental health resources during the perinatal period—from preconception to postpartum, perimenopause, and everything in between. Through honest storytelling and expert insight, Emily shares how her work at Flourish is helping women feel seen, supported, and empowered in every chapter of their reproductive journey.Together, they explore:The emotional realities of motherhoodThe importance of culturally-rooted support systemsThe effects of political and economic pressures on mental health accessSelf-care for clinicians and care providersThe role of somatic work and personal therapy in navigating life transitionsIdentity shifts throughout a woman’s lifeRitual, community, and the power of vulnerabilityThis conversation is for anyone navigating fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause—or simply the ever-evolving identity of womanhood. It’s a deep, nourishing reminder: you are not alone, and your mental health matters.Learn more about Emily Heilman and Flourish Wellness: 🌐 womenscounselingchicago.com 📸 @eheilman4 on Instagram🎧 Listen to REIGNITE WITH REET Available on all major streaming platforms:Apple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon Music

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