Connecting Mental and Physical Health: Denise Schonwald

Welcome to the Well Mind Podcast, a space for meaningful conversations about a broad range of wellness related topics. I’m your host Dr. Ben Kohls. I am a clinical mental health counselor and counselor educator. This podcast is my effort to bring free and open access content on health and wellness. I hope that by tuning in you discover new and meaningful ways to think about your wellness and take away some actionable information. Let’s get into my conversation with Denise Schonwald. A dedicated registered nurse for over 30 years, has seamlessly transitioned into a licensed mental health counselor and published author. She is based in Sarasota, Florida. With a deep understanding of the emotional challenges faced by patients and their families, Denise’s holistic approach integrates mental and physical well-being. As a spiritual teacher and certified family mediator, she brings a unique perspective to her private practice, offering support to clients nationwide through virtual sessions. Denise is committed to nurturing both body and mind, providing flexible and accessible care for individuals, couples, families, and even young thinkers – starting at age 4. In our conversation Denise shares a bit about her journey from nursing into counseling and how she uses her training and knowledge  from both fields as she serves her clients. We dive into the deep connections between our physical and mental health and Denise shares some thoughtful insights on how we can approach our wellness from a truly holistic perspective. Notes from Episode 40 Denise’s website: https://deniseschonwald.com/ Getting Back to Happy (children's book): https://g.co/kgs/EYaqRmq  The Well Mind Podcast email: [e-mail]