Healing Gals Podcast

• S4 Ep 6 What is Biokinesiology?

  This week Molly sits down with two members of the Biokinesiologists Association of Ireland, Gena Smyth and Catriona Kelly. Caitríona Kelly is the founder of Blueberry Holistics and Chairperson of the BioKinesiology Association of Ireland. With a Master’s in Biomedical Science and a background in the medical device industry, she brings a unique blend of science and holistic healing to her work. Caitríona specialises in supporting clients with gut health, hormone support, stress, and immune health through BioKinesiology, Reflexology, and Sound Healing. Based in Wexford, she offers in-person and online sessions, creating a compassionate space for deep, personalised healing. Gena Smyth is passionate about combining natural and medical health solutions to provide truly holistic care. She is the founder of The Holistic Nurse and serves as the Secretary of the Biokinesiology Association of Ireland (BKAI). After earning a degree in psychiatric nursing and a master’s in Mental Health: she has spent 11 years working with vulnerable adults and young people, gaining deep insight into the limitations of conventional healthcare.In 2018, she completed her Master’s in Mental Health: Psychosocial Interventions, which deepened her commitment to holistic healing and furthered her knowledge of therapeutic approaches to mental health. In addition, she also undertook intensive yoga teacher training in rural India, where she learned powerful tools like mindfulness, meditation, breathwork, and stress management. In 2022, following her sister’s battle with cervical cancer and a period of profound personal loss, Gena opened her wellness practice in Wicklow, offering natural, root-cause-focused healing. She is currently expanding her therapeutic toolkit with EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) training to support clients navigating trauma and deep-rooted stress.Healing Gals podcast is not a replacement for therapy, this show is for entertainment purposes only. If you have been affected by anything discussed in this episode please access support services in your local area. Click this link for a list of support services that may be of use to you:https://www2.hse.ie/mental-health/services-support/supports-services/Lashdolls Academy of Beauty is the main sponsor of Healing Gals Podcast. Lashdolls Academy of Beauty is Ireland's leading provider of beauty courses. Karen Grehan, CEO, is a huge champion of women, and one of her main goals is to support women in achieving financial independence through skills-based learning, which is why she is such a good fit as the main sponsor of Healing Gals Podcast. You can get the list of courses on www.lashdolls.ie or follow on Instagram @Lashdolls_Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• S4 Ep5 Listener's Dilemmas with Aisling Power

  Molly and regular contributor, Aisling Power, discuss some dilemmas sent in by listeners. Trigger warning: domestic abuse is discussed. Healing Gals podcast is not a replacement for therapy, this show is for entertainment purposes only. If you have been affected by anything discussed in this episode please access support services in your local area. Click this link for a list of support services that may be of use to you:https://www2.hse.ie/mental-health/services-support/supports-services/Lashdolls Academy of Beauty is the main sponsor of Healing Gals Podcast. Lashdolls Academy of Beauty is Ireland's leading provider of beauty courses. Karen Grehan, CEO, is a huge champion of women, and one of her main goals is to support women in achieving financial independence through skills-based learning, which is why she is such a good fit as the main sponsor of Healing Gals Podcast. You can get the list of courses on www.lashdolls.ie or follow on Instagram @ Lashdolls_Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• S4 Ep4 Being The Cycle Breaker

  Molly continues the incredible discussion with psychotherapist, Bairbre Kelly. Bairbre is a mental health advocate, women's rights advocate, facilitator and Counselling Psychotherapist who runs her own private practice in Drogheda, Co Louth. She explains her unconventional approach to counselling as a reflection of her “outside of the box” neurodivergent perspective, having received an ADHD and dyslexia diagnosis at the age of 47.Topics covered:Being a cycle breakerKeeping your relationship with your kids while navigating phonesMuch moreHealing Gals podcast is not a replacement for therapy, this show is for entertainment purposes only. If you have been affected by anything discussed in this episode please access support services in your local area. Click this link a list of support services that may be of use to you:https://www2.hse.ie/mental-health/services-support/supports-services/Lashdolls Academy of Beauty is the main sponsor of Healing Gals Podcast. Lashdolls Academy of Beauty is Ireland's leading provider of beauty courses. Karen Grehan, CEO, is a huge champion of women and one of her main goals is to support women in achieving financial independence through skills based learning, which is why she is such a good fit as the main sponsor of Healing Gals Podcast. You can get the list of courses on www.lashdolls.ie or follow on Instagram @ Lashdolls_Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• S4 Ep 3 Dysfunctional Family Dynamics and Neurodivergence with psychotherapist Bairbre Kelly (Part One)

  Molly discusses a recent dysfunctional family dynamic where she noticed some real growth in herself and shares the tools she learned in counselling to navigate the dysfunctional dynamics that seem to be popping up like whack-a-mole. Molly then interviews psychotherapist, Bairbre Kelly. Bairbre is a mental health advocate, women's rights advocate, facilitator and Counselling Psychotherapist who runs her own private practice in Drogheda, Co Louth. She explains her unconventional approach to counselling as a reflection of her “outside of the box” neurodivergent perspective, having received an ADHD and dyslexia diagnosis at the age of 47.Topics covered:Finding your career later in lifeAnger as a motivator for advocacyNeurodivergenceLate ADHD diagnosischildhood experiences and how the messaging of those shapes our beliefsraising good menFeminismSex education for teens, consent etc.Tune in for Part Two next week!Healing Gals podcast is not a replacement for therapy, this show is for entertainment purposes only. If you have been affected by anything discussed in this episode please access support services in your local area. Click this link a list of support services that may be of use to you:https://www2.hse.ie/mental-health/services-support/supports-services/Lashdolls Academy of Beauty is the main sponsor of Healing Gals Podcast. Lashdolls Academy of Beauty is Ireland's leading provider of beauty courses. Karen Grehan, CEO, is a huge champion of women and one of her main goals is to support women in achieving financial independence through skills based learning, which is why she is such a good fit as the main sponsor of Healing Gals Podcast. You can get the list of courses on www.lashdolls.ie or follow on Instagram @ Lashdolls_Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• S4 Ep2 Jennie's Law with Jason Poole

  Molly sits down with Jason Poole to discuss gender based violence. Jason Poole is the brother of the late Jennifer Poole. Jennifer was murdered by her partner in April 2021 at 24 years of age. Jennifer was a victim of domestic violence and coercive control, which eventually led to her being stabbed to death by her ex-partner. Jason is now a strong advocate for changes in law that will protect women from suffering the same fate. Jason is a secondary school teacher and all-around incredible man that is working tirelessly to get Jennie's Law passed. Jennie's Law would allow for a domestic abuse register for repeat offenders and those with convictions. A Right to Ask policy, so individuals can check if a partner has a history of abuse. A Right to Know system, allowing Gardaí to warn those at risk proactively. Sign the petition here: https://my.uplift.ie/petitions/protect-lives-create-jennie-s-law-a-domestic-abuse-register-for-ireland?source=homepage&utm_medium=promotion&utm_source=homepageJason mentions the following important topics that you might want to read about:- 8 steps to domestic homicide https://www.dvact.org/post/do-you-know-the-8-step-timeline-in-domestic-abuse-homicides- Valerie's Law "Valerie's Law," proposed in Ireland, aims to address a legal loophole where parents convicted of murdering their partners retain guardianship of their children. This legislation, named after Valerie French, is intended to prevent individuals who have caused a family's trauma from continuing to influence their children's lives. The law seeks to safeguard children by removing the abuser's legal rights, including access to their children's details and the ability to make decisions from prison. Triangle of violence: Information on the epidemic of gender based violence: https://www.un.org/en/academic-impact/preventable-pandemic-sexual-and-gender-based-violenceNetflix documentary My Lover, My Killer Episode 5.Healing Gals podcast is not a replacement for therapy, this show is for entertainment purposes only. If you have been affected by anything discussed in this episode please access support services in your local are. Click this link a list if support services that may be of use to you:https://www2.hse.ie/mental-health/services-support/supports-services/Lashdolls Academy of Beauty is the main sponsor of Healing Gals Podcast. Lashdolls Academy of Beauty is Ireland's leading provider of beauty courses. Karen Grehan, CEO, is a huge champion of women and one of her main goals is to support women in achieving financial independence through skills based learning, which is why she is such a good fit as the main sponsor of Healing Gals Podcast. You can get the list of courses on www.lashdolls.ie or follow on Instagram @ Lashdolls_Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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