Small Talk is a series of conversations hosted by Bridgette "Sam" Graham, dedicated to exploring insights and strategies at the intersection of mental health and disability. Within each episode, Sam will engage with guests who bring diverse perspectives and expertise to the table.
Through thoughtful discussion and discourse, Small Talk promises to become a resource allies of the disabled community and anyone seeking to enhance to better navigate the complexities of today's society.
In this special episode, Sam and Alex are joined by Austin and Janae Oller to discuss what it's like to be in a relationship in the dwarfism community. Austin and Janae share their experience, their relationship over time, and how their identity of dwarfism plays into their relationship. This was an incredibly special discussion to be a part of. Supportive and loving relationships are another key element in analyzing the sociology of dwarfism. Enjoy!
22 Sept 2023
6. Josh Maudlin
Sam welcomes her audience back to Cerebro Therapy: Small Talk for the final chapter of her mini-series focused on dwarfism and mental health in 2023. In this episode, Sam welcomes Josh Maudlin to the studio for a far-reaching interview on intersecting identities, Josh's role on the LPA committee Social Workers Talking (SWAT) for the benefit of attendees at the national conference for little people.
Sam and Josh talk about substance abuse, client reactions to their disability in their respective careers, as well as some areas of research they would like to collaborate with the LPA on. This far-reaching interview with Josh is one you will not want to miss.
If you think you may want to work with the team at Cerebro Therapy, please provide Bridgette with your contact information (https://www.cerebrotherapy.org/connect) and a member of the team will reach out to you promptly to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. We are delighted to welcome you to Cerebro Therapy: Small Talk!
22 Sept 2023
5. Jackson Santy
Sam invites listeners back to Cerebro Therapy: Small Talk for another wonderful chapter in her mini-series focused on the intersectionality of dwarfism and mental health in 2023. In this episode, Sam welcomes Jackson Santy (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackson-santy-98721099/) to the studio for a deep-dive interview. Sam and Jack tackle many topics together. Jack discusses why he chose to pursue a career in social work, his personal experience with the Little People of America (LPA) organization, as well as troubling memories of harassment he has been faced with during his youth.
Sam and Jack talk about substance abuse, client reactions to their disability in their respective careers, as well as some areas of research they would like to collaborate with the LPA on. This far-reaching interview with Jack is one you will not want to miss.
If you think you may want to work with the team at Cerebro Therapy, please provide Bridgette with your contact information (https://www.cerebrotherapy.org/connect) and a member of the team will reach out to you promptly to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. We are delighted to welcome you to Cerebro Therapy: Small Talk!
22 Sept 2023
4. Olivia Acuff
Sam welcomes her listeners back to Cerebro Therapy: Small Talk and to the third part of a mini-series focused on the intersectionality of dwarfism and mental health in 2023. In this episode, Sam welcomes Olivia Acuff (https://www.linkedin.com/in/olivia-acuff-m-ed-20aabb1aa/)to the recording studio. Olivia and Sam spend their hour together discussing some hard issues and concerning behaviors that are prevalent in the LP community and especially at the annual conferences.
Sam and Olivia talk about the positives that come with being located near to a fellow LP amidst a sea of average-height (AH) peers. They discuss how in-person connection with another person facing similar struggles as them played a significant role in their development as working professionals. Both having been born into AH families, Olivia and Sam reminisce on what that experience was like and advice they would offer to AH parents of LP infants today.
If you think you may want to work with the team at Cerebro Therapy, please provide Bridgette with your contact information (https://www.cerebrotherapy.org/connect) and a member of the team will reach out to you promptly to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. We are delighted to welcome you to Cerebro Therapy: Small Talk!
22 Sept 2023
3. Taylor Merritt
Sam welcomes her listeners to another episode of Cerebro Therapy: Small Talk and to her second conversation as part of a mini-series focused on the intersectionality of dwarfism and mental health in 2023. In this episode, Sam welcomes Taylor Merritt into the studio. To kick things off, Taylor discusses disability and representation in the school environment. Leaning on her professional experience as a schoolteacher, Taylor dives into the support programs available to the disabled community and how she has sought to support her students.
Sam then pivots the conversation to the national conference hosted by the Little People of America (LPA) organization and asks Taylor for feedback on the role this annual event plays in her life. Taylor and Sam together close the conversation by providing their wisdom for young-adults of the LP community who may be struggling with mental health. This conversation amongst two close friends is one you will not want to miss!
If you think you may want to work with the team at Cerebro Therapy, please provide Bridgette with your contact information (https://www.cerebrotherapy.org/connect) and a member of the team will reach out to you promptly to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. We are delighted to welcome you to Cerebro Therapy: Small Talk!
22 Sept 2023
2. Courtney Simross
Sam welcomes listeners to the second episode of Cerebro Therapy: Small Talk and the first part of a mini-series focused on the intersectionality of dwarfism and mental health in 2023. In this episode, Sam welcomes Courtney Simross to the studio. Together, Sam and Courtney discuss careers and how their visual disability of dwarfism can often cause hardship in career progressions.
Later in the episode, Courtney discusses her loving marriage and how dwarfism has played a role in romantic relationships in her life. Courtney and Sam spend some time discussing what they would like to see the Little People of America (LPA) organization include as part of their advocacy programs going forward.
If you think you may want to work with the team at Cerebro Therapy, please provide Bridgette with your contact information (https://www.cerebrotherapy.org/connect) and a member of the team will reach out to you promptly to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. We are delighted to welcome you to Cerebro Therapy: Small Talk!
3 Sept 2023
1: Bridgette Sam Graham, LMHC
Bridgette (Sam) Graham, Founder/CEO and her partner Alex welcome listeners to the inaugural episode of Cerebro Therapy: Small Talk. In this introductory conversation with Alex, Sam will give her community an introduction to Cerebro Therapy (https://www.cerebrotherapy.org/)and will go into detail on her inspiration for creating her therapy practice.
If you think you may want to work with the team at Cerebro Therapy, please provide Bridgette with your contact information (https://www.cerebrotherapy.org/connect) and a member of the team will reach out to you promptly to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. We are delighted to welcome you to Cerebro Therapy: Small Talk!
Links from the Episode:
Seattle Children's (https://www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics/psychiatry-and-behavioral-medicine/)
Charlie Health (https://www.charliehealth.com/)
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