84: Navigating Healthcare: A Four-Dimensional Approach with Dr. Jacob Kendall

Heart-Centered Therapist: Elevating Practice in Mental Health, Relationships, Self-Care and Personal Growth

In this episode of the Heart Centered Therapist Podcast, host Sindee Gozansky welcomes Dr. Jacob Kendall, MSW, MPH, PhD., who shares his unique four-dimensional approach to healthcare. Dr. Kendall, a survivor of two open heart surgeries, brings a profound perspective on integrating gerontology, public health, social work, biology, and theology to improve patient care and advocacy.

Additionally, Jacob underscores the importance of macro social work, the ethical dilemmas in faith-based healthcare, and the need for social workers in diverse corporate and policymaking roles. Don’t miss our important discussion about The Versatile Social Worker and pivoting careers as a social worker. The episode is rich with insights on improving healthcare systems and social work practices.

00:00 Introduction to the Heart Centered Therapist Podcast 00:08 Meet Dr. Jacob Kendall: A Multifaceted Professional 01:17 Birding Adventures and Personal Stories 02:39 Defining Heart-Centered Living 03:20 Navigating Life with Heart Surgeries 08:44 Challenges in the Healthcare System 13:05 The Importance of a Macro Perspective 17:35 Advocating for Better Healthcare 19:46 The Role of Corporations in Healthcare 25:18 Exploring the Four-Dimensional Approach to Healthcare 25:35 Geography and Healthcare Access 26:13 Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Healthcare 27:00 Zooming In and Out: Individual vs. Macro Perspectives 27:30 The Role of Time in Healthcare Analysis 27:48 Lifespan and Aging in Healthcare 30:50 Macro Social Work: Challenges and Opportunities 32:20 The Versatile Social Worker: Career Coaching 39:10 Ethical Issues at the Intersection of Faith and Social Work 40:29 The Importance of Spirituality in Healthcare 42:54 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Connect with Dr. Jacob Kendall: https://theversatilesocialworker.com/ https://linkedin.com/in/jacobevanskendall https://jacobevanskendall.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jacobevanskendall/

Connect with Sindee:

For more information on the Couples Therapy Mentorship Group, DM me @heartcenteredtherapist on IG

Join the Heart-Centered Therapist Community FB group:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/478651669638167

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/heartcenteredtherapist/

Email Sindee: [e-mail]

Shop Mental Health Threads:

https://mentalhealththreads.com/

Interested in realigning your own practice to be more heart-centered? Join Sindee on her podcast by signing up for a Therapist Alignment Session. This brief, 15-30-minute conversation is a unique opportunity to re-align with your heart-centered approach, both in your client interactions and in the development of your practice.

Whether you're at the beginning of your career or an experienced therapist, these sessions are designed to help you gain clarity on specific issues you're facing. Sign up for your Therapist Alignment Session here:

https://calendly.com/heartcenteredtherapist/therapist-alignment-session