Season 1: Episode 1: Kickstarting Midlife Mavens: Meet Your Hosts and Discover Our Journey

Introduction to Midlife Mavens Podcast: Navigating Midlife Challenges and Conversations In this introductory episode of the Midlife Mavens podcast, hosts Marci Burroughs and Carol O'Saben, both psychologists specializing in relationships and sexuality, provide an overview of the podcast's focus. They discuss key themes such as dating, menopause, family dynamics, and healthcare concerns for women in their 30s to 60s and beyond. The hosts share their personal stories, professional backgrounds, and the motivation behind starting the podcast. They emphasize creating a safe space for candid discussions on often-taboo subjects and aim to offer support, insights, and expert advice. The episode also touches on the logistical challenges faced in launching the podcast and invites listener engagement through their Facebook page. 00:00 Introduction to Midlife Mavens 01:26 Meet Your Hosts: Marci and Carol 04:14 The Journey to Psychology 05:58 Reconnecting and Starting Private Practices 07:28 The Birth of the Podcast Idea 09:00 Creating a Safe Space for Conversations 13:25 Navigating Midlife Challenges 15:57 Engaging with the Community 19:09 Upcoming Episodes and Final Thoughts If you are looking for a therapist and would like to reach out to Marci or Carol, take a look at their websites: Marci: https://marciburroughsphdcst.com Carol: https://drosaben.com Other therapist directories you can use to help you find therapy include: Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA2JG9BhAuEiwAH_zf3t-0UINw_4OW6at282-_LwDMJ8KY0O6FFvJVl-r065Bax-HjMYrTORoCv6AQAvD_BwE Mental Health Match: https://mentalhealthmatch.com/ American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists: https://aasect.org iTherapy: https://itherapy.com/about_our_counselors/