talk therapy

Talk Therapy is a program where we invite licensed professionals to discuss matters that affect the Food and Beverage industry and society at large.

*This is not therapy

 
 

Contributors

 
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Laura L. Green, Mpa

Laura has a background in Education, Community and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. When her article, 'Substance Abuse is a Community Issue' was published in 2016, the trajectory of her career changed. Laura integrates her clinical and academic experiences into her work in beverage by directing her research and professional focus towards spirits education, the mental health and wellness of food & beverage professionals, and the holistic health of the beverage industry.

 
 
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DJ Watson, AMFT

DJ received his B.S. in Environmental Science from the University of Central Arkansas. He earned his M.A. (with honors) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northeastern Illinois University. Prior to joining Pinnacle, DJ worked as an outpatient clinical counselor treating couples, families, and individuals who struggled with anxiety, depression, anger management, sexuality and gender, substance use, grief, and PTSD. DJ also has extensive knowledge in the fields of secondary education and college readiness.

 
 

Talk Therapy Episodes:

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Election, Inauguration, and Anxiety with Laura Louise GreenJanuary 25, 2021

Election, Inauguration, and Anxiety with Laura Louise Green

January 25, 2021

Making Lifestyle Changes In Non-Traditional work Environments with DJ WatsonDecember 16, 2021

Making Lifestyle Changes In Non-Traditional work Environments with DJ Watson

December 16, 2021

Protecting Ourselves and Others When Discussing Trauma and HealingJune 5th, 2021

Protecting Ourselves and Others When Discussing Trauma and Healing

June 5th, 2021

 

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Talk Therapy is a program where we invite licensed professionals to discuss matters that affect the Food and Beverage industry and society at large. This weeks topic will focus on managing personal anxieties leading up to the inauguration and dealing with the uncertainty of the election for the remainder of the year.

 

Healthy Pour

HEALTHY POUR IS AN ORGANIZATION THAT PROVIDES CONSULTATION AND EDUCATION TO BARS, RESTAURANTS, HOTELS, BRANDS, NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS, AND MENTAL HEALTH THERAPISTS REGARDING THE MENTAL HEALTH AND SUPPORT OF INDIVIDUALS WORKING IN AND AROUND THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY.

Healthy Pour also looks to develop community interventions through ongoing research and community engagement.