Ep. 19: Living With an Undefended Heart with The Holistic Counseling Center Founder Kim Burris
Welcome Kim Burris!
In this episode, I am speaking with my friend, Kim Burris, a licensed psychotherapist, author of The First 90 Days After Birth, and founder of The Holistic Counseling Center, who offers evidence-based treatment with a heart-centered approach that honors the mind, body, and spirit connection.
Kin shares her desire to work in the field of transpersonal psychology at the age of 21 and how her own healing drove her to become a therapist. Then, Kim dives into why she wants to live life with an “undefended heart” and how the evolution of her practice supports the investment in community. Plus, Kim details how interconnected relationships keep our nervous system regulated—and why she weaves Human Design, the Enneagram, the Yoga Sutras, and her perspective on polyvagal theory into her practice as a blueprint for understanding ourselves.
Topics Covered
(2:30) Listen to hear how Kim’s mantra inspired the name of this episode
(5:54) Kim shares about her first interest in transpersonal psychology at age 21
(15:05) Kim shares an overview of the difference between traditional psychology and transpersonal psychology
(22:48) Listen as Kim describes the role yoga played in her spiritual awakening
(28:00) Kim’s rock polisher moment of seeking the divine in life’s experiences in big cities rather than retreating to a cave.
(37:46) Hear how Kim uses Human Design, the Enneagram, and astrology with her clients
(47:16) Kim shares her recommended reading booklist
(50:21) Kim talks about her guided journal book, The First 90 Days After Birth
(58:44) Kim gives her perspective on New Year’s resolutions and shares directly from the template she uses with her accountability buddy
PLUS:
Listen at (3:55) to hear the story of how the Universe crossed Kim and Marisa’s paths at yoga…where else?! 🧘♀️🧘♀️🧘♀️
Tune in at (10:32) to hear Kim describe why she designed her practice to feel like a retreat center.
Listen at (11:53) when Kim shares why she also considers herself a therapist matchmaker!
Don’t miss Kim’s quick overview of polyvagal theory at (32:23)!
Listen in at (43:07) when Kim shares tips for attuning to the nervous system and finding ways to regulate it.
Tune in at (54:29) where Kim shares her perspective on the creating process and how TikTok helps her inner recovering perfectionist. 📱📱📱
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photo by Emilie Bers | cover art design by The Wave Podcasting | fonts and colors by Sophia Studio Co.
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💫 Sending love, light, and hugs from,
Marisa
Hope you enjoy! I can't wait to hear what resonated with you the most. Perhaps you feel inspired to learn more about polyvagal theory, take a deep dive into your Human Design archetype, or look at your spiritual, mental, and emotional health through a more holistic lens. Drop me a comment below or email me hello@marisalavalette.com.
