Why Therapy?

We start out discussing a restorative trip to Jamaica, emphasizing the importance of choosing compatible travel companions. Then we move into a discussion about our career paths as therapists, highlighting the different experiences and motivations that led us into the field. We explore the differences between counseling and psychology, including the varied training and specialties within the professions. We also cover the most common barriers to seeking therapy, including the significance of readiness, financial considerations, and overcoming stigma, particularly within the black community. We offer guidance for individuals seeking therapy, including how to find a therapist (hint: good ol' GOOGLE) and what questions to ask. We emphasize the importance of understanding a therapist's credentials and specialties to ensure a good fit. This episode's Tap In or Tap Out' segment answers a listener question about what aspects of our upbringing do we bring into -or consciously drop- from our toolbox as we raise our own children.Tap in with [email protected] Chapters:00:00 Welcome to Tap In with Tiffany01:03 Summer Adventures and Travel Tips01:47 Navigating Group Travel Dynamics04:11 Therapy Talk: Our Journeys into the Field11:28 Understanding Counseling vs. Psychology15:56 Finding the Right Therapist for You24:48 Working with Different Client Populations31:42 The Value of Personal Experience in Counseling32:31 Challenges in Substance Use Counseling35:34 Understanding Client Needs and Boundaries38:15 Barriers to Starting Therapy42:58 The Importance of Long-Term Therapy48:49 Finding the Right Therapist52:53 Tap In or Tap Out? Parenting: Lessons and Reflections01:02:07 Conclusion Hosts: Dr. Tiffany Darby, Dr. Tiffany Monroe-Hurd, Dr. Tiffany Hairstonhttps://www.instagram.com/tapinwithtiffany/[email protected] Produced By: Lumen Vision Sound https://www.lumen-vision-sound.com/podcasts