The Small Town Social Workers

Episode 24: Breaking the Cycle: Understanding Generational Trauma

The experiences of previous generations often shape the beliefs, behaviors, and coping strategies we carry today. Sometimes without us even realizing it. In this episode

Episode 23: Burnout & Compassion Fatigue

Burnout and compassion fatigue have become increasingly common in helping professions, caregiving roles, and everyday life. In this episode of Small Town Social Workers,

Episode 22: Play Therapy

On today’s episode of the Small Town Social Workers podcast, we’re joined by a special guest, Christina Marsh, to explore play therapy, including what it is, why play is

Episode 21: Beyond the Sidelines: Healthy Sports Parenting Strategies

Youth sports can be a powerful space for growth, confidence, and connection. However, only when the environment is supportive. In this episode, we take an honest look at

Episode 20: Pediatric Speech Therapy - Why It Matters

In this episode of Small Town Social Workers, we sit down with speech pathologist and founder of Building Blocks Speech and Language Therapy in Jamestown, NY, Trina Pisko

Episode 19: The 5 Love Languages Explained

How do you show love and how do you know when someone feels loved? In this episode of the Small Town Social Workers, host Nathanael Ferguson and guest host Ericka Garcia-

Episode 18: Progress Over Perfection

In this episode, rather than focusing on productivity or perfection, we explore personal, parenting, and professional goals through a lens of compassion and sustainabilit

Episode 17: Holiday Stress

In this episode, we break down the common causes of holiday stress as we head into Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the New Year. We talk about family dynamics, expectations,

Episode 16: After-School Restraint Collapse

In this episode of Small Town Social Workers, we explore after-school restraint collapse. The emotional unraveling kids often experience after holding it together all day

Episode 16: Suicide Prevention

In this episode of The Small Town Social Workers, Kat & Nate are joined by the Suicide Prevention Alliance of Chautauqua County Program Coordinator, Carrie Raynor to disc

Episode 14: Back-to-School Anxiety

This episode of The Small Town Social Workers tackles the real struggles kids face when heading back to school. Kat and Nate break down the roots of back-to-school anxiet

Episode 13: Technology & Kids

In this powerful episode, hosts Nathanael Ferguson and Kat Maynard dive into the complex world of screen time and technology use in children. Exploring how digital device

Episode 12: Men's Mental Health

In this powerful episode, Nathanael Ferguson and Kat Maynard shine a light on a topic that’s too often overlooked. Men’s mental health. From societal expectations to the

Episode 11: Foster Care

In this special anniversary episode of Small Town Social Workers, hosts Nathanael Ferguson and Kat Maynard celebrate one year of impactful conversations by welcoming gues

Episode 10: Occupational Therapy

In this episode of The Small Town Social Workers, we had the pleasure of welcoming Jenna Miller, MS, OTR/L, founder of Well & Wild Child, LLC! Nathanael, Kat, and Jenna d

Episode 9: Nurturing Compassion

In this Social Work Month special, Small Town Social Workers, hosted by Nathanael Ferguson and guest co-host Holly DePerna, explores how parents, caregivers, and adults c

Episode 8: Teenage Dating

Discloser, heavier topic: In this episode of Small Town Social Workers, we discuss teenage dating, focusing on healthy boundaries, the meaning of dating, and the importa

Episode 7: Winter Blues & Cabin Fever

In this episode, Nathanael and Kat tackle the effects of winter blues and cabin fever. Tune in for practical tips and strategies tailored for parents, kids, and teens to

Episode 6: Emotional Intelligence

In this episode, hosts, Nathanael and Kat, delve into effective strategies for nurturing emotional intelligence in children and teenagers. Emotional intelligence is cruci

Episode 5: Domestic Violence Awareness

In episode 5, hosts Nathanael Ferguson and Kathleen Maynard are joined by Officer Emma Ward to discuss domestic violence awareness. Officer Ward introduces listeners to P