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The Awakened Therapist

The Awakened Therapist

By: Harmony Kiwker MA LPC ACS
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 The Awakened Therapist Podcast is for transpersonal counselors who want to explore deeper dimensions of their clinical work. In each episode, host Harmony Kwiker, MA, LPC, ACS, connects with a different guest therapist to discuss topics related to spirituality, consciousness, and the human condition. As an author, psychotherapist, and teacher, Harmony brings a wealth of wisdom to inspire you to awaken to the magic of psychotherapy. Listeners will be reminded of the sacred nature of the therapeutic process and learn how to honor their client's innate spirituality as the catalyst of their healing. Join the Awakened Therapist Community at https://www.patreon.com/c/TheAwakenedTherapist Learn more at https://awakenedtherapist.com/© 2025 Institute for Spiritual Alignment Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Spirituality
Episodes
  • S1E6: Working with Personality Disorders in Transpersonal Counseling | Harmony Kwiker

    S1E6: Working with Personality Disorders in Transpersonal Counseling | Harmony Kwiker
    Jun 29 2025
    Working with clients who present with symptoms of personality disorders can be especially challenging for many therapists. When we view successful treatment as changing a client’s personality traits, we may unintentionally reinforce their over-identification with the mind. In contrast, a transpersonal approach invites clients to awaken to their patterns rather than attempt to change them—offering […]
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    22 mins
  • S2E5: Cultural Reflexivity and Liberation Therapy | Nicole Xenos, PhD

    S2E5: Cultural Reflexivity and Liberation Therapy | Nicole Xenos, PhD
    Jun 22 2025
    Understanding how systems of oppression affect individual well-being is essential for any culturally reflexive psychotherapist. In this episode, Harmony is joined by liberation therapist Nicole Xenos, PhD, for a powerful conversation on the systemic nature of oppression and its profound impact on the therapeutic process. Nicole speaks to the importance of cultural reflexivity, recognizing personal […]
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    25 mins
  • S2E4: Countertransference as Intuition in Disguise | Harmony Kwiker

    S2E4: Countertransference as Intuition in Disguise | Harmony Kwiker
    Jun 15 2025
    While countertransference is often framed as something to avoid in traditional clinical training, transpersonal counseling views it as a doorway into the intuitive therapeutic field. The Taoist principle of Wu Wei, or effortless action, is embedded into gestalt theory. When we allow actions and responses to arise naturally, in harmony with the unfolding moment, we […]
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    31 mins
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