Breaking Sad

I end the podcast. I discuss other resources for your journey in finding a mental health professional. We review how letting go is sometimes the beginning of growth. Thanks to everyone who listened along the way. Check out podcasts by The Angry Therapist and Therapy for Black Girls.

Stepping into your greatness is easier than hiding behind feeling unlovable and undeserving. Don’t settle and think abundantly not scarcely.

Today we practice square breathing in order to facilitate forgiveness of self and improve our mood.

Today I discuss why I started the podcast, being genuine in therapy, and the evolving future of this podcast and myself.

In this episode we discuss resources for finding a therapist. We review various methods of payments, the woes of Psychology Today profiles, getting therapy for free and resources for minorities seeking therapy. We also practice a loving kindness meditation to help increase feelings of calm and relaxation ***Make sure you aren’t driving or operating heavy machinery when listening to the guided meditation**** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we go into more detail about trauma and trauma treatment. Enjoy skill time where we engage our five senses and learn to stay present when we’re overwhelmed. Please take some time to review the work and research of Bessel Van Der Kolk, Pat Ogden, Janina Fisher, Judith Herman, Barbara Rothschild, and polyvagal theory! Thanks for listening, and take care of yourselves! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we learn about different treatment modalities and interventions in which your clinician may have expertise. We give a brief overview of evidence based specialities that work for depression, anxiety, a history of trauma, impulsive negative behaviors, and/or difficulty managing a wide range of emotions. As always, we have a question from a very special guest and we learn a skill to hopefully help break the cycle of sadness.

In this episode we will review various types of providers and clinicians in the mental health field. A special guest will ask a question. Lastly, we’ll learn and practice a mindfulness breathing exercise. *To ensure your safety, please don’t operate any heavy machinery or drive while listening to the mindfulness portion of the podcast* Thanks for listening Breaking Sadders! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app