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Things You Learn in Therapy — 258 episodes
Ep179: Mya and I Talk Through the Real Transition to College
Ep178: OCD In Kids, Explained Clearly with Sierra Dator
Ep177: You Can Teach Coping Skills and Still Struggle with Dr. Gerry Novak
EP176: The First Two Minutes
Why Boundaries With Your Parent Can Feel Impossible with Jessica Van Der Merwe
Parenting In The Scroll Era with Nicole McNelis
Ep173: What If Your Calm Is the Real Product? with Barbara Sheehan-Zeidler
Ep 172: What If Your Body Remembers More Than You Do with Scott Stolarick
Ep171: What If Summer Had Just Enough Structure?
Ep170: Sometimes the Best Conflict Skill is Shutting Up with Paula Yost
Ep 169: Grief Is Not Just Death with Jillian Oetting
Ep 168: Stop Telling Yourself to Calm Down with Laura Sgro
Ep167: When High Achievement Hides Emotional Burnout with Dr. Akua K. Boateng
Ep166: When One More Thing Is Too Much with Jacque Tyrrell
Ep165: The Healing Fantasy with Jessica Van der Merwe
Ep164: Who Do You Become When You Scroll? with Nicole McNelis
Ep 163: Therapy Without Silos with Essence and Emily
Ep 162: You Can’t Help People for Free If You Want to Keep Helping with Nicole Liloia
EP 161: If You Can Name It, You Can Handle It with Tatiana Rojas
Ep 160: Reigniting Desire and Pleasure in Midlife with Brooke Bralove
Ep 159: Seeing What We Miss in Love with Liz Polinsky
Ep158: Holding Space: Why Therapy Still Matters with Michele Mani
Ep157: From ABCs To EQ: Rethinking Kindergarten Readiness
Ep 156: From Fawning to Self-Trust: Healing Family Wounds with Jessica Van der Merwe
Ep155: Why Doing Everything for Everyone Leaves You Exhausted and How to Stop with Megan MacCutcheon
Ep154: Chronic Illness, Ethical Care, And Realistic Boundaries with Destiny Davis and Dr Victoria Rodriguez
What To Say When Emotions Run High
Practical Phrases That Build Trust With Kids
Ep 153: From Telehealth to Moral Injury: How Therapy Is Changing and What Clinicians Need Now with Marie Sloane
Ep 152: From Timeouts to Teaching Skills: What Works for Kids
Ep151: From Meltdowns To Meaning: Practical Tools For Preschoolers And Teens
Rethinking the New Year's resolution with Dr. Michael Alcée
Ep 150: Enough Already: A Kinder Take on Resolutions
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Ep 149: A birthday miracle: How letting people in led to relief and renewal
Ep 148: Depression In Kids, Decoded
Ep 148: How To Respond When Your Teen’s Anxiety Feels Big
Ep 147: 3 Unhelpful Things We Say to Kids
Ep 146: Raising Trustworthy Kids Through Predictable Parenting
Ep 145: Halloween Expectations Made Easy
Ep 144: ADHD Myths, Facts, And Next Steps
Ep 143: Maternal Rage: The Message Behind the Meltdown with Nicole McNelis
Ep 142: Hormone Havoc and Honey, We Need to Talk with Brooke Bralove
Ep 141: Are You Okay Enough Now? with Barbara Sheehan-Zeidler
Ep 140: The Double-Edged Sword of Mental Health Labels in the Age of Social Media with Dr. Tim Hess
Ep 139: Breaking the Silence: How Modern Men Navigate Emotional Challenges with Dr. Tim Hess
Ep 138: Are we playing enough? The critical role of play across childhood with Kim Feeney
Finding Your Own Path: What Schools Want Students to Know
Ep 137: Birds, Bees, and Awkward Conversations: A Parent's Guide with Sierra Dator
Ep 136: Voice Matters: Turning Your Passion into a Podcast with Phil Quinn
Ep 135: Mom Guilt? More Like Mom Truth! with Megan MacCutcheon
Hot, Hungry, and Away from Home: The Party and Vacation Survival Guide
Ep 134: What If You're Wrong About Your Relationship? with Rachel Elder
Ep 133: The Trap of Toxic Positivity with Jacque Tyrrell
Ep 132: Beyond Bad Behavior: Understanding Children's Messages with Jillian Oetting
Ep131: Navigating the Ebb and Flow of Invisible Illness: How to Support Without Judgment with Dr. Victoria Rodriguez
Ep 130: You Can't Vacation Your Way Out of Burnout with Laurel Roberts-Meese
Ep 129: Regulating in an Unregulated World with Marie Sloane
The Introverted Therapist's Nightmare
Ep 128: Coming home to a changed self with Kindall Tyson
Beyond ABCs: The Hidden Skills Your 5-Year-Old Needs
Ep 127: The Art of Clarity: How Discernment Counseling Helps Couples in Limbo with Lianna Purjes
Dirty Socks and Good Deeds: Growing Kids Who Step Up
Finding Your Rhythm: Lessons from the Pool Lane
Cooperation: Going Farther Together
Resilience: The Art of Getting Back Up
Uniqueness: Learning About Others to Discover Yourself
Hope Is Not Just Wishing for Pizza
INAEYC conference and early childhood focal points
Ep 126: Navigating Mom Rage: Finding Community in Chaos with Nicole and Megan
Ep125: Nurturing Positive Body Image and Healthy Eating Habits in kids and teens with Christy Tunnell
Ep 124: Navigating Teacher Support, Coping Skills, and Relationship Dynamics with Desiree Argentina
Ep123: Exploring Religious Trauma: Insights with Dr. Essence Rivers
Ep122: Unlocking Effective Clinical Supervision: Insights from Michele Mani
DEBRIEF Episode: Kaya Spicer
Ep 121: Therapists in Therapy: Navigating Vulnerability, Self-Care, and Creative Exploration with Marie Sloane
Rethinking New Year's Resolutions: Embracing Growth with Dr. Michael Alcee
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Ep 120: Strengthening Partnerships in the Early Days of Parenting with Tatiana Rojas
Ep119: Overcoming Perfectionism to Build Inclusive, Psychologically Safe Environments with Kindall Tyson
Ep118: Breaking Barriers: Empowering Conversations on Sexual Health with Kaya Spicer
DEBRIEF: Megan's episode - Building Emotional Resilience and Exploring the Science of Happiness
Ep117: Navigating Trauma and Emotions: Insights and Tools for Emotional Resilience with Megan MacCutcheon
Creating a Joyful and Safe Halloween for the Whole Family
Ep 116: Practical Self-Care in the Age of Social Media with Jacque Tyrell
DEBRIEF - Maureen Clancy's episode - Embracing Authenticity: Moving Beyond Labels for Personal and Professional Growth
Ep115: Embracing Imperfections: Therapists Share Their Human Side with Maureen Clancy
DEBRIEF: Insights and Reflections from Nicole McNellis
Ep 114: Understanding and Managing Maternal Rage: Insights and Strategies for Mothers with Nicole McNelis
DEBRIEF episode Chrissy Rife and Substance use treatment
Ep 113: Unveiling Substance Use Disorders: Diagnosis, Bias, and Recovery Insights with Chrissy Rife
DEBRIEF - The Art of Therapy with Barbara Sheehan-Zeidler
Ep 112: Unlocking Healing Through Therapeutic Presence and Play: Insights with Barbara Sheehan-Zeidler
DEBRIEF Catch up :) Chronic Illness, Teen Vaping, High Conflict Families, and Overcoming Negative self-talk
Ep 111: Overcoming Negative Self-Talk: Strategies for Cultivating Self-Compassion and Awareness with Laura Sgro
Ep 110: Navigating Divorce: Co-Parenting and Family Therapy Challenges with Dr. Tara Egan
Ep 109: Exploring Youth Vaping: Practical Strategies for Parents and Educators with Elisa Worland
Ep 108: Unpacking Chronic Illness and Medical Trauma: Insights from Victoria Rodriguez
DEBRIEF episode of Dr. Michael Alcee on Creativity, Empathy, and Emotional Mastery
Ep 107: Unveiling the Hidden Strengths of OCD: A Compassionate Approach with Dr. Michael Alcée
DEBRIEF - Lianna Purjes episode on Neurodivergence in relationships
Ep 106: Embracing Neurodiversity in Relationships: Understanding and Navigating the Unique Dynamics of ADHD and Autism with Lianna Purjes
Ep 105: Exploring Types of Rest: Beyond Sleep for a Balanced Life
Ep 104: Setting Your Kids Up for School Success: Practical Tips and Strategies
Ep 103: Harnessing the Power of Confrontation for Personal Development and Effective Communication with Dr. Deborah Miller
Ep 102: Balancing Dreams and Duties: Tanya Walden on Running a Business While Caring for Aging Parents
Ep 101: Laughter and Love in the Caregiver's Journey
Ep 100: Celebrating 100 Episodes: Insights from Things You Learn in Therapy
Ep 99: Fostering Growth Through Everyday Parenting
Ep98: Practical Tips for Engaging with Your Teenager
Ep97: Summer Goal Setting: Practical Advice for a Fulfilling Season with Dr. Beth Trammell
Welcome to Summer 2024!
Ep 96: Cultivating Patience: Strategies for Parents and the Power of Empathy with Leslie Bolser and Dr. Beth Trammell
Ep 95: Unlocking Emotional States with Brain Spotting: A Transformative Journey into Healing and Resilience with Jessica Van der Merwe, LMHC, LPC
Ep 94: Navigating the Waves of Grief: Comforting and Understanding the Bereaved
Ep 93: The Surprising Impact of Undivided Attention on Parent-Child Connection
Ep 92: Unveiling Life's Hidden Lessons: Caffeine, Social Media, and Feminine Product Disposal
Ep 91: Nurturing Resilience and Independence in Children: A Conversation with School Counselor Katie Preston
Ep 90: The Impact of Our Words on Children: Rethinking Parental Language
Ep 89: Harnessing Emotional Intelligence: Strategies for Nurturing Your Child's Character and Communication
Ep 88: Navigating Teen Social Anxiety: Guidance and Support for Parents
Ep 87: Turning Passions into Professions: Guiding Teens on the Journey to a Fulfilling Career
Ep 86: Crafting Stronger Bonds in the Face of Teenage Adversity
Ep 85: Guiding Young Adults Through the University Experience: Insights into University Counseling Centers with Dr. Tim Hess
Ep84: Nature's Blueprint for Balance and Connection in Therapy with Dr. Kelly Savery
Ep83:The Unseen Journey of Grieving Parents and Their Children with Michelle Benyo
Ep 82: Compassionate Care and the Dance with Suffering with Dr. Nick Lee
Ep 81: Embracing the Paradox of New Year's Resolutions: A Balanced Approach to Personal Growth with Dr. Michael Alcee
Ep80: Terrains of Grief and Healing: Unpacking Pregnancy Loss, Infertility, and Maternal Mental Health with Dr. Corie Hess
Ep79: Overcoming Perfectionism and People-Pleasing: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Growth
Ep78: Cultivating the Spirit of Generosity in Children: From Sharing Skittles to Meaningful Giving
Ep77: Fostering Gratitude: Redefining Relationships and Interactions with Our Children
Ep76: Transforming Relationships Through Child-Directed Play
Ep75: Harnessing Behavior Strategies to Keep Recess in Schools
Ep74: Understanding The Magic Of Play Therapy With Dr. Colleen Martinez
Ep73: Exploring Wholeness: Interconnectedness, Balance, and the Power of Storytelling
Ep72: Mastering the Art of Setting Boundaries in Relationships with Dr. Essence Rivers
Ep71: Rewriting Narratives: The Power of Accelerated Resolution Therapy
Ep70: Navigating Sex and Intimacy in Relationships: A Candid Conversation with Therapist Liz Polinsky
Ep69: Crossover! Teaching Kids and Teens About Friendships: A Conversation with Leslie Bolser
Ep68: Exploring the Power of Play: Transforming Routine into Learning Opportunities
Ep67: Unmasking Imposter Syndrome: Exploring its Root Causes and Overcoming Achievemaphobia
Ep66: Revolutionizing Well-being: The Power of Play and Pleasure
Ep65: Breaking the Silence: Understanding Suicide, Intervention Strategies, and the Impact on First Responders
Ep64: Embracing Single Motherhood by Choice: A Journey of Intention and Support
Ep63: Exploring Trauma: From Understanding to Healing with Therapist Jessica Van der Merwe
Ep62: Empowering Teen Girls: Navigating Body Image, Emotional Health, and Fashion Trends
Exploring Creativity as a Healing Force for Collective Trauma
Redefining Sleep: The Key to Overall Wellness
Ep58: Harnessing the Power of Thoughts
Ep57: Exploring the Invisible Load: Women's Emotional, Cognitive, and Mental Labor in Relationships
Ep56: Finding Wellness in the Face of Burnout
Ep55: Comfort as a Radical Act: Prioritizing Wellbeing and Navigating Medical Trauma
Ep54: Improving Emotional Communication: Moving Beyond Clichés and Platitudes
Ep53: Redefining Joy: Finding Happiness in the Everyday Moments
Ep52: Unlocking the Secret Strengths of Anger and Finding Happiness
Ep51: Understanding the Joys and Hurdles of LGBT+ Family Life with Laurel Roberts-Meese
Ep 50: Embracing Life's Seasons: Navigating Change with Mindfulness and Self-Compassion
Welcome Summer 2023
S3 E10: Self-disclosure PART 2 with Michele Mani
S3 E9: Tips for talking about teen suicide and depression with Sierra Dator
S3 E8: All about self-disclosure with Michele Mani Part 1
S3 E7: Imposter syndrome with Kindall Tyson
S3 E6: ADHD in Women with Danielle Peters
S3 E5: Radical self-compassion and self-inquiry with Dr. Akua Boateng
S3 E4 : Learning what healthy dependence in relationships looks like with Liz Polinsky
S3 E3 : The what and how of friendships with Dr. Jerry Novack
S3 E1: To do or not to do the New Year’s resolution with Dr. Michael Alcée
S2 E17: All things MONEY with Nicole Liloia - Part 2
S2 E16: All things MONEY with Nicole Liloia - Part 1
S3 E2 : Creating & maintaining our parenting identity as our kids get older with Marie Sloan
S2 E15: So much to know about ADHD with Lindsay Webster
S2 E14: Desiree Argentina
S2 E13: Self-care through the lens of physical comfort with Victoria Rodriguez
S2 E12: The "Modern" therapist: Tradition versus taboo with Amanda Kostura
S2 E11: Making meaning from a therapist's lens with Dr. Paula Kline
S2 E10: All the ways we are burnt out with Maureen Clancy
S2 E9: Supporting parents of neurodivergent kids with Danielle Peters
S2 E8: Rachel Elder's take on CONFLICT in our relationships
S2 E7: The unfortunate conversations about school shootings with Jacque Tyrrell
S2 E6: A vulnerable, powerful story about alcoholism with Lianna Purjes
S2 E5: Things to say (and not say): Pregnancy edition with Megan MacCutcheon
S2 E4: The superpower that is OCD with Dr. Michael Alcee
S2 E3: Right-sizing your life with Nicole McNelis
S2 E2: "Am I doing therapy right?" with Sunnie Allen
WE.ARE.BACK! Season 2
S2E1: Mindfulness and Distress Tolerance skills with Dr. Paula Kline
S1 E22: Supervision and SEUS with Michèle Mani
S1 E21: The real deal on boundaries with Tatiana Rojas
S1 E20: Building and maintaining a healthy relationship with Rachel Elder
S1 E19: Making sense of a world that doesn't make sense with Dr. Paula Kline
S1E18: Megan MacCutcheon and ALL things prenatal and early years of parenthood
S1E17: EMDR (+ more) in the therapy room with Dr. Jen Blanchette
S1E16: Embracing change with Dr. Akua Boateng
S1E15: Learning to come to yourself from a place of understanding with Nicole McNelis
S1E14: Anxiety and wellness with Sierra Dator
S1E13: Communication strategies for every relationship with Jacque Tyrrell
S1E12: Remembering that your brain believes everything you tell it - with Amanda Kostura
S1E11: The art of listening and being attuned to others and the world around you with Dr. Michael Alcee
S1 E10: How your career and your mental health are interconnected - and what to do about it! with Kali Wolken
S1E9: How humans are like (and can learn from ) TREES! with Dr. Kelly Savery
S1E8: The journey to recovery, wellness, and wholeness with Christina Rife
S1E7: When two psychologists talk about things that matter: Jerry "Sunshine" Novack
S1E5: Tackling the hard conversations - Divorce
S1E4: Small things that make a big difference at home
S1E6: When you are around kids...
S1E3: Grief and the many ways it comes up
S1E2: The power of the monthly meeting (and so much more!)
S1E1: A must-listen primer on our nervous system's daily impact
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