Episode Description

In this episode of Resilience Radio, Irvin Eisenberg and Rob Steffke explore ketamine-assisted therapy, trauma, non-ordinary states of consciousness, and the healing power of relationship and connection. This conversation looks at how ketamine may support therapeutic work, why "set and setting" matter, and why the medicine itself is only one part of the process.

Key topics include:
✅ What makes ketamine-assisted therapy different from recreational ketamine use
✅ Set and setting, intentionality, and the role of the therapeutic relationship
✅ Trauma, depression, the observer mindset, and non-ordinary states of consciousness
✅ Why integration before and after a session may be as important as the session itself
✅ The importance of not having to move through difficult experiences alone
✅ The limits of one-on-one therapy and the need for broader community support
✅ Practical considerations, including readiness, collaboration with an existing therapist, insurance, and cost

Rob Steffke, MA, LMFT is a psychotherapist whose work includes training therapists, ketamine-assisted therapy, body-oriented approaches, and an interest in how non-ordinary states of consciousness can support healing and personal change.

Rob Steffke:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/rob-steffke-nevada-city-ca/269308

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Music Credit:
"Some Biological Process" by Aaron Marcus
https://aaronmarcus.bandcamp.com/track/finlays-menopausal-fridge-some-biological-process

SHORT EPISODE SUMMARY
Rob Steffke joins Irvin Eisenberg to discuss ketamine-assisted therapy, trauma, non-ordinary states of consciousness, and why healing often depends on relationship, preparation, integration, and the experience of not being alone.

In this episode of Resilience Radio, Irvin Eisenberg and Amy LePage explore parenting stress, co-regulation, and practical ways to calm yourself while helping soothe a baby. This conversation looks at how a caregiver's body mechanics, breath, voice, and nervous system state can shape the energy of an interaction, and how small shifts can sometimes help both parent and child settle.

Key topics include:
✅ Co-regulation and why soothing a baby often starts with the adult nervous system
✅ Practical body mechanics while holding or calming a baby, including widening the stance and shifting the bounce downward
✅ Using tone of voice, sound, and simple vowel sounds to support regulation
✅ Reducing shame and perfectionism for overwhelmed parents and caregivers
✅ What parents can learn from babies about attention, movement, and nervous system flexibility

Amy LePage is a movement teacher and bodyworker whose work includes pregnancy, birth preparation, postpartum support, and helping people find more ease and connection in their bodies.

Amy LePage:
https://www.emergewithamylepage.com

Listen on Libsyn:
https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/resilience

Watch on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@ResilienceOTRadio

Book an Appointment with Irvin:
https://scheduling.go.promptemr.com/onlineScheduling?w=356&s=DL

Music Credit:
"Some Biological Process" by Aaron Marcus
https://aaronmarcus.bandcamp.com/track/finlays-menopausal-fridge-some-biological-process

SHORT EPISODE SUMMARY
Amy LePage joins Irvin Eisenberg to discuss parenting stress, co-regulation, and practical ways to calm yourself while soothing a baby, including body mechanics, voice, movement, and gentle nervous-system support.

In this episode of Resilience Radio, Irvin Eisenberg and Amy LePage explore the role of rest, recovery, and nervous system awareness—especially in the context of busy lives and new parenthood.

They discuss how rest is often misunderstood, why tuning into your body matters more than rigid routines, and how small moments of intentional recovery can have a meaningful impact on health and resilience.

Key topics include:
✅ The difference between rest and sleep
✅ Listening to your body vs. following strict protocols
✅ Nervous system regulation in daily life
✅ Recovery strategies for parents and busy professionals
✅ Building sustainable habits without burnout

Amy shares practical insights from her work that help bridge structured programs with intuitive body awareness.

Learn more about Amy LePage:
https://www.emergewithamylepage.com
https://www.emergewithamylepage.com/courses

Book an Appointment with Irvin:
https://scheduling.go.promptemr.com/onlineScheduling?w=356&s=DL

Music Credit:
https://aaronmarcus.bandcamp.com/track/finlays-menopausal-fridge-some-biological-process