Wisdom Traditions

07/23/2025

Love this moment! Meet our 2025 Interns — all active-duty : Stephanie DiPiazza, Chelsea Jones & Ariel Hu. Because of the massive amount of experience they're bringing in, we fast‑tracked them into direct service roles—twice as fast as usual—and they jumped right in supporting active-duty, veterans, and first responders in our Wisdom Warriors Program.

In our case, the Mission is mental health, resilience, and healing—and they’re already succeeding!

Social workers bring a unique worldview—centered on service, social justice, dignity, and deep human connection.
Our interns have stepped into those Core Values and made an immediate impact.

To Stephanie, Chelsea, and Ariel: thank you for your professionalism, curiosity, and courage. You are pure mission‑driven souls—and we’re so damn proud.

Here’s to service, healing, and badass teamwork. ✨

07/20/2025

At Wisdom Traditions, we believe that healing works best when science and compassion meet. That’s why our counselors and clinicians are trained by our founder, Dr. Michael DeMolina, in evidence-based Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT Tapping)—alongside other trauma-informed approaches like Brainspotting and mindfulness-based care.

For many of us, EFT isn’t new—it’s been part of our toolkit for decades. What’s exciting now is the science catching up. Recent brain imaging studies, peer-reviewed research, and even features in Oprah Magazine confirm what clinicians have been seeing for years:
EFT helps people regulate their nervous system, reduce stress, and release trauma in ways that feel safe and lasting.

Our colleague Mary Sise recently sat down with Dr. Peta Stapleton—an internationally recognized researcher and professor—to talk about the neuroscience of EFT, why it’s becoming a mainstay in trauma-informed care, and how it’s transforming clinical practice.

At Wisdom, we’re proud to offer tools that not only support emotional healing but are also backed by research. Because everyone deserves care that works.

For more about Mary Sise LCSW: https://marysise.com/For more about Peta Stapleton PhD: https://petastapleton.com/

07/15/2025

07/08/2025

Think of your mind like a snow-covered hill.
Every thought is just a sled gliding down.
The more it travels the same path, the deeper the groove gets.
That’s how habits form. That’s why it gets hard to turn.

It’s something Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris (UCSF neuroscientist) calls **the entropic brain theory**—and it’s one of the guiding lights behind the work we do in our Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) program here at Wisdom Traditions.

Now here’s the twist I love—the Yogic tradition said this thousands of years ago.
They called it saṃskāra...like a rut in the road that you can't get your tires out of, 'cause they're dug in too deep. Same idea. Repeating patterns.
But they also said… You’re Not Stuck!

Sometimes what we need isn’t to "fix" ourselves—
It’s to shake the snow globe. Let fresh snow fall fill in the grooves.
To get one clear, open moment where something new becomes possible.

KAP isn’t magic. It is not a spiritual or emotional bypass. You still have to "Do The Work!"
But it can create a space where that work can occur.
And in that space, maybe the path changes.

If that hits for you, maybe you’re already halfway there.

07/04/2025

Freedom means a lot of things.
For some, it’s fireworks and family. For others, it’s the quiet, sacred moment of realizing—I’m finally okay.

At Wisdom, we believe true freedom means breaking the stigma around mental health—and offering hope, connection, and safety for everyone.

So here’s to team spirit, family ties, and the Freedom to be FULLY OURSELVES. Wishing you a day filled with joy, healing, and the courage to lean into support when you need it most.

Together, we shine brighter!

— Team Wisdom 🇺🇸

06/25/2025

🗳️ VOTE Wisdom Traditions for Best of Alaska 2025

🌿 A weighted blanket is not enough…

Sometimes, what we really need is to dig deep—into the roots of our emotions, our communication patterns, and our nervous systems.

At Wisdom Traditions, our integrative therapy approach offers just that:
🧠 Verbal & nonverbal communication practice
🗣️ Skill-building games like “Say It Another Way” and “Two Truths and a Conflict”
🎯 Communication Bingo (yes—it’s a thing and yes—it’s amazing)
💭 Emotional reflection + self-validation
💬 Assertive rephrasing and boundary-setting

✨And when words feel like too much?
We drop into the body:
🌬️ Guided breath
🖐 Hand tracing
🧘 Mindful movement (Tai Chi, Qigong)
🌌 Somatic awareness + co-regulation with nature

Whether it’s one-on-one therapy or group sessions, we believe in whole-person healing—from your nervous system to your soul.

🗳️ Vote Wisdom Traditions for Best of Alaska 2025
Because healing doesn’t just happen on the surface. Sometimes, we need to merge with the soil—and each other.

How to vote:
1️⃣ https://www.adnbestofalaska.com/vote #/gallery?group=505324
2️⃣ Category: Behavioral & Mental Health Provider
3️⃣ Select Wisdom Traditions
4️⃣ Add your email and submit!

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06/24/2025

💛 People of Wisdom Spotlight 💛
As we celebrate the heartbeat of Wisdom Traditions during this year’s Best of Alaska campaign, we’re thrilled to shine the light on two incredible women who bring both warmth and power to everything they do: Sophia and Ruth.

✨ Sophia is charismatic, compassionate, and full of laughter—the kind that fills a room and lifts spirits in an instant. Whether she’s connecting with clients or encouraging her team, Sophia has a gift for making people feel at ease, understood, and genuinely cared for.

✨ Ruth brings a compassionate heart, determined spirit, and friendly energy to every interaction. She’s the kind of person who gets things done—while also making sure everyone feels included, respected, and supported along the way. Her presence is pure comfort and quiet strength.

These two are the kind of people who make you believe in the work we do. Their humanity shines in every conversation, every moment of care, and every smile they share.

🌟 Let’s vote for Wisdom Traditions—not just for what we do, but because of who we are.


🗳️ Vote here:
1️⃣ https://www.adnbestofalaska.com/vote #/gallery?group=505324
2️⃣ Find Behavioral & Mental Health Provider
3️⃣ Select Wisdom Traditions
4️⃣ Add your email and submit!

06/23/2025

🌟 Meet the Magic Behind the Mission 🌟

✨ Brooke, our phenomenal Administration Manager, is the quiet force that makes it all run smoothly. Organized, thoughtful, and always ready with a solution (and a smile), Brooke ensures our providers are supported and our clients feel seen when they walk in the door. Her care reaches everyone, even when they don’t realize it.

✨ Uju, our brilliant Case Manager, is the embodiment of calm strength and deep compassion. Whether she’s walking someone through a care plan or holding space during life’s toughest moments, Uju shows up with integrity, wisdom, and love. She’s a fierce advocate for our clients and a gentle soul in every room she enters.

These two make Wisdom a place of healing, hope, and real human connection. 💛

Let’s vote for Wisdom Traditions—because people like Uju and Brooke are what excellence looks like.

🗳️ How to vote:
1️⃣ Click here → https://www.adnbestofalaska.com/vote #/gallery?group=505324
2️⃣ Scroll to Behavioral & Mental Health Provider
3️⃣ Select Wisdom Traditions
4️⃣ Enter your email—it takes 30 seconds!

Let’s show Alaska the heart behind our healing.

06/20/2025

💥 The Secret Sauce? OUR PEOPLE. 💥
Alaska, it’s time to vote—and we believe Wisdom Traditions deserves your vote because of one simple truth:

✨ We have the most amazing, compassionate, and incredibly awesome team around! ✨

From the front desk to our clinicians, from medical to behavioral health—every human at Wisdom is here because they care deeply and show up wholeheartedly every single day. 💛

Help us celebrate Anna Mae by voting us Best of Alaska 2025!

Here’s how ⬇️

1️⃣ Click this link → https://www.adnbestofalaska.com/vote #/gallery?group=505324
2️⃣ Scroll to Behavioral & Mental Health Provider
3️⃣ Click Wisdom Traditions
4️⃣ Enter your email and hit submit!

This vote isn’t just for a business—it’s for the humans who help others heal, grow, and thrive. Let’s give them the recognition they deserve! 🏆

06/19/2025

🌟 To the Beautiful People of Wisdom 🌟

As we celebrate another year of showing up with heart and purpose, we want to take a moment to shine the spotlight on two radiant stars in our Wisdom Traditions galaxy: Shannan and Uju. 💫

✨ Shannan brings grounded wisdom, steady compassion, and a soul-soothing presence to everyone who walks through our doors. Whether she's holding space in session or lifting up a colleague, she embodies trauma-informed care with grace and clarity.

✨ Uju is a powerhouse of brilliance and warmth. Her insight, laughter, and light ripple through the clinic every day. She meets people with deep respect and fierce kindness, offering care that is both clinically sharp and spiritually profound.

These two remind us why we do what we do—and how we want to do it: with courage, curiosity, and love.

Let’s lift them up—and everyone who makes Wisdom what it is—by casting our votes in this year’s Best of Alaska awards! 🗳️

Vote for Wisdom Traditions:
1️⃣ https://www.adnbestofalaska.com/vote #/gallery?group=505324
2️⃣ Category: Behavioral & Mental Health Provider
3️⃣ Click Wisdom Traditions
4️⃣ Add your email—it’s quick and powerful!

We are who we are because of the extraordinary humans who make this place more than a clinic—it’s a community. 🧡

03/21/2025

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02/18/2025

Celebrating Our Dynamic Dream Team at the 2025 Wisdom Management Strategic Retreat! 🌟

This week, our dedicated and innovative leadership team is gathered to chart the future of Wisdom Traditions Clinic and our new nonprofit, The WSDM Network. Together, we’re committed to fostering transformative growth and delivering exceptional care to our community.

Meet the Trailblazers:
• Veronica Hernandez & Alondra Hernandez: Our co-billing managers, ensuring seamless operations.
• Rachel Fowke: Our Clinical Director, leading with compassion and expertise.
• Cynthia Moreno-Tuohy: Our Executive Consultant, enriching our retreat with her invaluable insights.
• Betsy Douds-Paczan: Championing primary care and women’s health with unwavering dedication.
• Dr. Kathie Gillet: Our Executive Director, joining virtually with her visionary leadership.
• Wendy DeGraffenreid: Our Nursing Manager, ensuring top-notch patient care.
• Aleta Wilson: The Administrative Manager, orchestrating our daily successes.
• Brooke Rodkey: Our Office Manager, keeping everything running smoothly.
• Brigitte Lewis: The Executive Administrative Assistant, providing essential support.
… and me taking the picture, Michael DeMolina president & founder of this wonderful work family, now entering our 20th year! 

Together, we’re engaging in strategic planning, setting ambitious goals for the next one, three, and five years. Our focus remains on innovative solutions, collaborative growth, and enhancing patient experiences.

A special shoutout to Cynthia Moreno-Tuohy, past executive Director of NAADAC The addiction professionals association, who is facilitating week-long training and consultation pivotal in creating our roadmap for the future!

Here’s to a year of passion, purpose, and unparalleled service. Grateful for this exceptional team and the collective impact we’re poised to make!