
Naked Truth: A Therapy Podcast
By Alicja Matusiak, LISW-S PMHNP-BC
Alicja Matusiak, LISW-S PMHNP-BC, is a Polish psychiatric nurse practitioner and a social worker dedicated to helping others improve their mental health. Sophie has a BA in Psychology and produces the podcast!

Naked Truth: A Therapy PodcastMar 14, 2023

65. DMT with Entheogen Integrative Wellness
Amy and Chris of Entheogen Integrative Wellness join Alicja for a fourth episode- this time discussing DMT, the respect we must have for it, and some theories surrounding it.
Episode 40 Psilocybin Journeys (Part 1) with Entheogen Integrative Wellness
Episode 41 Psilocybin Journeys (Part 2) Second episode with Entheogen Integrative Wellness
Episode 59 Is Psilocybin Right for You? with Entheogen Integrative Wellness
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Do you have a question for Alicja, a mental health practitioner? Submit your question via Voice Message or email your question to sophie@holisticws.com. Feel free to remain anonymous.

64. Mental Health, Military, and Leadership with Author Daniel Zia Joseph, M.S.
We were honored to interview Dan, who published a book on mental health after leaving the Army as a combat engineer in 2022. A soldier in his platoon once survived a suicide attempt, and this inspired Dan to write a book to educate incoming leaders on the importance of proactively strengthening mental health and resilience. Dan shares his thoughts and the research he conducted to help military leaders and others prevent suicide in the military. His book, "Backpack to Rucksack: Insight Into Leadership and Resilience By Military Experts,” is a great read, filled with real stories about real people dealing with the trauma of combat.
TW: Suicide, Abuse
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Do you have a question for Alicja, a mental health practitioner? Submit your question via Voice Message or email your question to sophie@holisticws.com. Feel free to remain anonymous.
Official Website for Alicja's Practice in Columbus, OH

63. ADHD Specialist Kelli on ADHD and Hormones, Getting Diagnosed, and More
ADHD Specialist Kelli Skaggs, MSW, LISW-S, LCSW-QS joins us on the podcast to discuss the following:
- why getting a diagnosis can feel overwhelming
- why ADHD is more than just inattention
- menstrual cycle and ADHD
- hormones and ADHD
- unmedicated ADHD
- lifestyle changes
- the benefits of ADHD
Find Kelli Skaggs:
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62. Psilocybin Journeys, Ego Death, People-Pleasing, and Setting Boundaries
Alicja breaks down her second experience with psilocybin. This episode is more about what she felt and thought during the journey, as well as the wisdom she took from it. - Are you a mental health practitioner or in a related field? Email sophie@holisticws.com for a chance to be a guest on the podcast!
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Official Website for Alicja's Practice

61. Travel, Cultural Differences, Catching Up
Alicja and Sophie have a catch up. Alicja discusses her trip to Greece and Albania and Sophie shares about her trip to Argentina. They discuss the impact cultural changes can have on mental health as well as the benefits of experiencing a new culture. They discuss collectivist vs individualistic culture differences and wisdom we can take from each type of culture. Tune in next week for an episode all about Alicja's second psilocybin trip! This time we are getting into her realizations and the differences between this trip and the last one. - Are you a mental health practitioner or in a related field? Email sophie@holisticws.com for a chance to be a guest on the podcast!
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Official Website for Alicja's Practice

60. Unrequited and Forbidden Love: Stories from Alicja
Host alicja and editor Sophie talk about Alicja's ex experiencing unrequited love for someone and her own experience with forbidden, unrequited love. They also discuss obsessive love and karma. Enjoy this catch up episode and stay tuned for future interviews with medical professionals and more!
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Official Website for Alicja's Practice
Instagram

59. Is Psilocybin Right for You? with Entheogen Integrative Wellness
Amy and Chris join Alicja for a third episode on Psilocybin therapy. They discuss 'artificial' psilocybin, psilocybin studies, fears around psilocybin, and so much more!
First episode with Entheogen Integrative Wellness
Second episode with Entheogen Integrative Wellness
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Instagram

58. Letting Go of Outward Appearances, Flow State, Following Your Dreams: Alicja Gives Sophie an Oracle Reading
This fun, mini-episode features Alicja giving the podcast producer, Sophie, an oracle reading!
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57. Don't Miss the Signs: Savannah Returns to the Podcast
Savannah returns to the podcast to discuss grief and messages from passed loved ones. Alicja and Savannah talk about a wild coincidence that happened between them that day and Alicja explains a card reading she gave Savannah afterwards.
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56. The Gathering Girl: Interview with Author Amanda Irene Rush
Alicja talks to the author of "The Gathering Girl," Amanda Irene Rush, about the process of writing her book, parental relationships, romantic relationships, and more!
Buy a SIGNED copy of "The Gathering Girl"
Amanda's Piece with Brevity: "Shut Up and Listen"
Happy Tree and Rabbit Facebook Page
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55. Play Therapy with David Emch
The hosts discuss play therapy with David Emch LPC, CCPT, how it impacts children's mental health, how play can help adults, and more.
David Emch on Psychology Today
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54. Sleep Spark: The Sexy Way to Sleep with Founder & CEO, Simone Sexton
The hosts chat with therapist and hypnotherapist Simone Sexton about her app, Sleep Spark: The Sexy Way to Sleep. This adult wellness app helps users to relax, enjoy a sexy adult fantasy in your mind, and then fall asleep to soothing soundscapes. Sleep Spark users can customize their experience by choosing a relaxation setting, an adult fantasy, and then selecting a sleep experience. In addition, Sleep Spark can be customized for singles or couples to listen together to enhance intimacy and connection." Simone Sexton states, “Our mission is to create a safe place for adults to explore ways to relax, be the star of a sex-positive fantasy in your mind, and then drift off to sleep. We hope that we can help to reduce the stigma about sex and instead promote sexual wellness as an important part of being human.” Links for Simone Sexton, Mental Health Therapist, Hypnotherapist, and Founder & CEO of Sleep Spark: The Sexy Way To Sleep: Official Website
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53. Fatherhood, Pregnancy, and ADHD with Jeff
Jeff, a new father, discusses fatherhood, couvade syndrome, supporting his pregnant wife, being realistic with pregnancy and birth, fertility, and adhd.
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52. Hormones, Instagram Doctors, and Functional Medicine with Dr. Eric Fete
The hosts talk with Dr. Eric Fete about hormones, instagram doctors, misinformation and more! Dr. Fete talks also talks about ozempic and why certain plant milks and sugar-free food aren't always the best options.
Dr. Eric's Podcast, Relentless Vitality
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51. Spiritual Constipation with Stephen Ladd
The hosts talk with Stephen Ladd about misconceptions with meditation, change, how we may be creating our own suffering, and where thoughts might come from!
Stephen Ladd's Official Website
Stephen's Socials
IG @renegadelifecoach TikTok @coachstephenladd
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50. Autism in Adults with Dr. Sandra Webster
The hosts talk with Clinical Psychologist Dr. Sandra Webster about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, diagnosis overlaps, addictions, differing behaviors in women with autism, and more. She is currently not accepting new clients.
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49. Selective Mutism and Life Coaching with Avery Sunshine
The hosts discuss selective mutism, social anxiety, public speaking, self confidence, and more with life coach Avery Sunshine!
Find Avery Sunshine
Official Website Email: avery@sunshine-mindset.com Phone : 614-202-4421
Book a Conversation Call with Avery! LinkedIn
Audiobooks Avery Sunshine Recommended
Mel Robbins, The Five Second Rule, The High Five Habits
Viktor E. Frankl, Man Search for Meaning
Spencer Johnson, Who Moved my Cheese
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48. All About SLEEP with Dr. Saribalas
Dr. Saribalas discusses sleep prescriptions, melatonin, converting from a night owl to a morning person with the Sophie and Alicja!
Recommendations from the Episode:
SAD Light Box by Verilux
L-theanine

47. Mind-Reading Shows, Overcoming Depression, and Helping your Brain with Bill Gladwell
Sophie and Alicja chat with Bill Gladwell about his career as a critically acclaimed mentalist! Listen to hear more about Bill's life and career exploring persuasion, mind-reading, and more!
Bill’s Book: In the House of Ideas: Master the Art of Conversation, Influence, and Persuasion
Bill’s Book Recommendations
The Subtle Art of Not Giving A F*ck
Unlimited Power
Awaken the Power
Change Your Brain
Silva Method
Bill’s Upcoming Show

46. How You Can Help with Ukraine Relief with Victor of Grace Evangelical Church
GEC's Ukraine Relief Website & Contact: https://www.ukraine.visitgec.org
Any donations can be dropped off to Grace Fellowship Center at 3223 Norton Rd, Grove City, OH 43123.
Eligible donations include, but are not limited to:
- Furniture
- Appliances
- Medicine
- Food
- Hygiene products
- New/lightly used clothing
- Baby formula
- etc.
Reach out to Grace Evangelical Church (https://www.ukraine.visitgec.org) or sophie@holisticws.com if you have a job opportunity available OR are willing to take in families. Job opportunities may include medical positions, legal positions, construction, etc.
Reach out to Grace Evangelical Church if you are interested in volunteering (https://www.ukraine.visitgec.org)
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45. Church Hurt with Dr. Beverly Crump
Dr. Beverly Crump discusses finding your calling, listening to God, mental health in the bible, “Church Hurt,” how to give without being taken with the hosts of Naked Truth, Sophie and Alicja.
Dr. Beverly Crump
Tune in Mondays at 12pm-12:30pm!
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44. Psychic Mediumship with Victor Paruta
Alicja and Sophie talk to Victor Paruta about being a psychic, working with clients, and the similarities between mediumship and therapy.
Psychic Medim Victor Paruta
Victor Paruta's Official Website
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43. Archbishop Mor Cassianus: Afterlife, Energy, Meditation, and Hesychasm
Alicja and Sophie talk to Archbishop Mor Cassianus about life, astral projection, magic, and faith.
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42. Following Your Dreams and Self-Motivation
On this solo episode of the Naked Truth podcast, Alicja and Sophie discuss travel, burnout, and finding motivation. - Submit a Voice Message to Our Show or Email your question to sophie@holisticws.com Please let us know if you would like us to use your first name, a different name, or be completely anonymous. Pronouns appreciated! Alicja's Practice

41. Guided Psilocybin Journeys with Entheogen Integrative Wellness (Part 2)
Alicja, Amy Kies-Budzynski, and Chris Ryan talk about the difference between recreational and therapeutic psilocybin use. Alicja walks through her experience of a therapeutic psilocybin session.
Contact Entheogen Integrative Wellness: Entheogen.cbus@gmail.com
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40. Guided Psilocybin Journeys with Entheogen Integrative Wellness (Part 1)
Alicja, Amy Kies-Budzynski, and Chris Ryan talk about the difference between recreational and therapeutic psilocybin use. Alicja walks through her experience of a therapeutic psilocybin session.
Contact Entheogen Integrative Wellness: Entheogen.cbus@gmail.com
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39. Marcus: When Dreams Reveal the Future. Conspiracy Exploration, Narcissists from a Spiritual Perspective, Is Time Real?
Alicja and Sophie are joined by Marcus who has extensive experience and wisdom regarding spirituality. Tune in to learn about his perspectives on narcissism, time, dimensions, conspiracies, dreams, and of course, Alicja's favorite, astral projection.
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38. Courtney Hall: Pole Dancing and Empowerment, Crystals, Law of Attraction, Spellwork
Find and Support Courtney's Pole Journey and Studio + Crystal Store
Instagram @missmedusapole
Book a Private Pole Lesson Virtually or in Person with Courtney
TikTok @thepolemystic
Look out for Serpentine Fitness Studio coming soon to Ormand Beach, Florida!!
Alicja and Sophie are joined by Courtney Hall, Pole Studio and Crystal Shop owner, to discuss her journey through anxiety and depression via pole and spellwork!
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37. Ghosts of Ohio: Mental Health and Paranormal Investigations, Treating Ghosts with Care (Part Two)
Purchase Books by James A. Willis
Alicja and Sophie are joined by James A. Willis of Ghosts of Ohio to continue discussing the ins and outs of discovering friends from the other side.
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36. Ghosts of Ohio: The Realities of Paranormal Investigations, The Monetization of Hauntings and Ghosts in Pop Culture (Part One)
Purchase Books by James A. Willis
Alicja and Sophie are joined by James A. Willis of Ghosts of Ohio to discuss the ins and outs of discovering friends from the other side. James explains how he helps clients who suspect their house is haunted, among other adventures.
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35. Catherine: Witchcraft for Personal Growth, Shadow Work, Helping Clients as a Native Witch
Book a Reading or Buy Spiritual Tools from Catherine's Store
Alicja and Sophie talk to Catherine, a native witch, about witchcraft, crystals, cleansing, and more!
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34. Veena: Working with a Sperm Donor, Co-Parenting while in a Relationship, Bisexuality and Divorce
Alicja and Sophie talk to Veena about her sperm donor journey, bisexuality, co-parenting, divorce and more.
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33. Signs & Symbols, Repeating Numbers, What the "Universe" Might Be Telling You
Alicja and Sophie discuss signs and symbols in everyday life. They also complete an exercise that you can do wherever you are. This exercise will help you to find meaning in everyday items and places.
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32. Histrionic Personality Disorder, Dealing with Family Members at Events and Holidays, Depression in the Winter, SAD Lamps
Alicja and Sophie discuss surviving the past holiday season and making it through the winter. They also talk a bit about histrionic personality disorder.
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31. Religion & Mental Health with Tamia, "You should just pray about it" and Other Statements you May Have Heard about Mental Health Disorders
Tamia and the hosts of Naked Truth discuss how religion can affect views on mental health. Tamia also discusses the comments she has heard about mental health within the church and more.
Tamia's links will be added to the description as soon as her socials go live!
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30. Beliefs, Opinions, Finding Meaning in Daily Life
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29. A Response to the Last 2 Episodes.
TW: Sexual Harassment, Abuse
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28. (Part 2) Alicja is Heavily Critiqued on Her Response to a Superior’s “Aggressions”, Childless by Choice, Debating Views on Afterlife
TW: abuse, death, assault, fertility
Part 2
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27. (Part 1) Alicja is Heavily Critiqued on Her Response to a Superior’s “Aggressions”, Childless by Choice, Debating Views on Afterlife
TW: abuse, death, assault, fertility
Please excuse any audio differences! Things were recorded differently since our producer was unable to come in.
A lot of conversation was left in for the purpose of context. There will be a follow-up episode to this with a response to a lot of the things that were said. We understand this may be an intense conversation to listen to. Please take care while listening.
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26. Reiki Master tells us all about Reiki! Interview with Gina Kitzmiller, a Reiki Master in Columbus, Ohio and Co-Creator of Trikona Light Reiki
TW: Suicide, Death
Alicja Interviews Gina Kitzmiller, a Reiki Master in Columbus, Ohio! Alicja and Gina discuss past lives, energy, chakras, and other topics related to spirituality.
More about Gina's training, courtesy of her website:
"I am a Reiki Master with training in Usui Ryoho and Karuna Ki Reiki. Additionally, I am a Reiki Master-Teacher of TriKona Light Reiki ™. TriKona Light Reiki ™ is a unique Reiki energy that is primarily Lemurian in nature with a high vibration and frequency. This system was brought in through the Akashic Records by Janie MacMillan and myself in 2022. You can find more information at https://trikonalight.com/. I am currently a member of the International Association of Reiki Professionals."

25. Alicja Talks to a Friend Who Doesn’t Believe in God, News Addiction, Politics
TW: suicide depression, opioid addiction, abuse, politics, murder conspiracy
Please excuse volume changes in this episode! We had some technical difficulties with the original recording.
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24. Sophie and Alicja Disagree on a Listener’s Question, Harassment in the Workplace
TW: Sexual Abuse, Sexual Harassment
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23. Don’t Listen While Driving- We Interviewed a Hypnotherapist and He Did a Demo Hypnosis on Alicja!
TW: Weight loss
Alicja and Sophie interview Jeffrey Richards of Peak Performance Hypnosis in Columbus, Ohio about his journey being a hypnotherapist. They also discuss the line between spirituality and the kind of hypnosis he performs.
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22. Narcissists. (A Listener's Question)
TW: Abuse (Familial, Relationships)
A listener wants to know all about narcissists. Alicja and Sophie discuss their experience with people who exhibit narcissistic behaviors.
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21. Feeling “Icky” About Your Long-Term Partner, PMS and Overthinking
TW: Trauma
A listener, Alyssa, asks a question about randomly feeling weird about her partner. Is this normal to feel sometimes in a long-term relationship? Alicja and Sophie discuss it! They also discuss PMS and the many complexities that come with its symptoms.
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20. Meet Brandy, The Front Desk Office Manager at HWS, Advocating for Patients, Friendliness at your Therapist's Office, Providers Getting Paid by Prescription?
TW: Fire, Death
Alicja chats with Brandy, The Front Desk Office Manager at HWS. They discuss Brandy's experiences in the mental health field and other topics.
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19. Brain Scans, Administrative Side of Mental Health, Psychics, with Savannah from HWS
Sophie and Alicja interview Savannah, Holistic Wellness Solutions' Mental Health Customer Support Specialist. They discuss Savannah's experience of having her brain scanned as a teenager, her mental health journey, and her experience with psychics!
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18. Career Pivoting, Becoming a Mental Health Practitioner, Feeling Hopeless
TW Death, Suicide
Sophie and Alicja discuss a listener (and Sophie) debating changing careers. They also answer a second listener's question for the first time! This listener wants to know about finding meaning in life.
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17. Let’s Rant! Downsides To Therapy? Insurance, Affording Therapy
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16. Trauma in the Womb, EMDR, Somatic Therapies: Dr. Allison Newman Breaks Down Her Therapeutic Methods
Dr. Allison Newman is a licensed marriage and family therapist and Doctor of Psychology. She has received pre and postdoctoral intensive training at the University of Rochester Medical Center in Integrated Care and Medical Family Therapy. Her focus is on empowering people to create healthy relationships with self and others, and to help people develop better coping, life management and problem-solving skills. On a personal note, Dr. Newman is happily married to her husband Tom, both are longtime residents of central Ohio. They live on a horse farm with three equine therapy partners, two Dalmatians and a menagerie of nearby wildlife. Dr. Newman has served on the board of directors for several local mental health agencies and currently serves on the board of an equine rescue and adoption center in Lexington.
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