Join your host Brooke on "Transforming and Thriving" for a deeply insightful conversation with Katie Gerwel, a licensed professional counselor and the owner of Healthy Roots Counseling. Brooke shares her personal connection to Katie's work, expressing her anticipation for the episode as she navigates her own perinatal journey.In this episode, Katie shares a pivotal “before and after” moment in her life: her brave decision to leave her nine-year career in public education. She opens up about the profound feeling of not living her "why" and the barriers she faced in the school system that prevented her from truly helping others. This difficult transition ultimately led her to a new and fulfilling path—building her own private practice.This powerful conversation explores the challenges of career change and the importance of finding your true purpose. Katie shares how her journey from working with teens to specializing in perinatal and postpartum women was a natural evolution, driven by the realization that nurturing mothers leads to healthier families. She provides a wealth of knowledge and practical tips for new moms, including the importance of rest, mindfulness, and knowing when to seek professional help. Katie's story is a testament to the power of aligning your work with your purpose and turning difficult transitions into opportunities to help others thrive.Find out more about Katie Gerwel and her work:Instagram: @healthyrootscounseling.moFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Healthy-Roots-Counseling-100089949344585/Website: https://healthy-roots-counseling.com/Find us here: https://linktr.ee/transformingandthrivingWe are so excited to announce the launch of our new philanthropy initiative! We invite all our amazing listeners to help support the incredible work our former guest Susan Parmalee is doing with the Wellness & Prevention Center by raising funds for their preventative and mental health programs that benefit young people, including their brand-new allcove space in San Juan Capistrano, a place for youth to find community, support, advice, or even just a moment of pause. Your donations make a real difference, and to kick things off, we'll be matching up to $1000 in donations! DONATION LINK: Support teen mental health here!Follow them on IG at WPCoc and learn about their mission to create a culture in which young people prioritize their mental health and have access to quality care. Learn more about the new Allcove center your donations are helping to support here: allcove: find your moment. find your space. find your center.Music by https://www.bensound.com The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any affiliated organizations or sponsors. This content is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional regarding any questions you may have. Listener discretion is advised.

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