Essentially Soulful
Welcome to Essentially Soulful—a reflective podcast where psychospiritual insight meets real-life practice, and where lived experience is honored as much as formal training.
I’m DeeAnna Merz Nagel—psychotherapist, aromatherapist, coach and spiritual teacher. In this podcast, you’ll hear me in conversation with Betty—my AI co-host and thoughtful companion—who helps draw out the insights I’ve gathered over more than 25 years in the helping and healing arts.
These episodes are conversational and candid, blending past writings, teachings, case reflections, and personal narratives. I speak both professionally and personally—offering practical wisdom for therapists, coaches, healers, and anyone drawn to soulful service.
From intuitive practice and trauma-informed care to self-reflection, spiritual growth, and burnout recovery, Essentially Soulful is a space for listening deeply and living more consciously. One week, we might dive into Jungian archetypes or soul retrieval; the next, we’ll tackle everyday wellness topics — like the hidden hazards of synthetic fragrances or how to create a healthier home with aromatherapy.
🌀 Think of this podcast as food for thought, not a prescription pad—please seek professional guidance for your unique needs.
🌀 Please note: All case examples are fictionalized and created solely for training and education. Any resemblance to real individuals is purely coincidental.
Episodes average 10 minutes and include references to original published materials and other resources when applicable.
Essentially Soulful
The Art of Socratic Questioning in Clinical Supervision: Transforming the Session
In this episode, DeeAnna explores how intentional, skillful questioning can transform the clinical supervision process. Drawing from decades of experience, DeeAnna shares practical strategies rooted in Socratic dialogue and guided discovery—offering insight into how supervisors can foster deeper reflection, ethical awareness, and meaningful growth in their supervisees. Whether you're new to supervision or refining your approach, this conversation highlights the subtle art of asking the right question at the right time.
Recommended Reading:
Overholser, J.C. (2004) The Four Pillars of Psychotherapy Supervision, The Clinical Supervisor, 23:1, 1-13.
Donders, J. (2022). The Socratic method of supervision. In D. Bodin, K. J. Stucky, & S. S. Bush (Eds.), Supervision in neuropsychology: Practical, ethical, and theoretical considerations (pp. 37–51). Oxford University Press.
Clinical Supervision Series @ the Essential Soul Care® Academy:
https://deeannamerznagel.com/courses-in-clinical-supervision/
Essential Soul Care® Academy
https://deeannamerznagel.com/essential-soul-care-academy/
