Temporary Circumstances

On this final episode of Temporary Circumstances, we look into Gender Dysphoria and discuss its' symptoms, treatment, and more. *Gender Dysphoria is more than gender non-conformity.* Learn more about this disorder here! You can follow Olena here:Instagram: Be_Free_LLC https://www.instagram.com/be_free_llc/Youtube : https://youtube.com/channel/UCx61kmcqrT2gFZlXhBIQOKQ

On this episode, we discuss Alcohol and Other Drug(s) and more specifically Opioid Use Disorder. Listen in to learn about substance use disorders, their symptoms, and possible treatment options. You can follow Olena here:Instagram: Be_Free_LLC https://www.instagram.com/be_free_llc/Youtube : https://youtube.com/channel/UCx61kmcqrT2gFZlXhBIQOKQ

On this episode, we discuss Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), formerly known as Multiple Personalities Disorder. Learn about this controversial disorder with us, its features, and treatment considerations. You can follow Olena here:Instagram: Be_Free_LLC https://www.instagram.com/be_free_llc/Youtube : https://youtube.com/channel/UCx61kmcqrT2gFZlXhBIQOKQ

On this episode of Temporary Circumstances we cover schizophrenia. Schizophrenia is another often misunderstood disorder. Check out this episode to hear about the symptoms and treatment of this disorder. You can follow Olena here:Instagram: Be_Free_LLC https://www.instagram.com/be_free_llc/Youtube : https://youtube.com/channel/UCx61kmcqrT2gFZlXhBIQOKQ

This episode is joined by a special guest: Heather Sites, LPCC. Heather specializes in testing and working with ADHD: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Check out this episode to learn more about what this disorder looks like in children as well as adults, treatment options, and more. 

This episode focuses on OCD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Hear about the misconceptions along with stigma and symptoms on this episode of Temporary Circumstances.

On this episode, we look into 2 Personalty disorders: Narcissistic Personality Disorder and Antisocial Personality Disorder. Listen in to hear about these disorders and what their symptoms look like. 

On this episode, we demystify Borderline Personality Disorder. We discuss treatment, stigma, and statistics on this episode. You can follow Olena here:Instagram: Be_Free_LLC https://www.instagram.com/be_free_llc/Youtube : https://youtube.com/channel/UCx61kmcqrT2gFZlXhBIQOKQ

On this episode, we talk about Bipolar Disorder diagnosis. We discuss the stigma of Bipolar Disorder as well as treatment, and more. You can follow Olena here:Instagram: Be_Free_LLC https://www.instagram.com/be_free_llc/Youtube : https://youtube.com/channel/UCx61kmcqrT2gFZlXhBIQOKQ

On this episode, we discuss Major Depressive Disorder and Dysthymia (Persistent Depressive Disorder) and what their symptoms look like. You will also hear about treatment options and additional considerations on this episode.  *If you or someone you know is thinking of hurting themselves, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. You can follow Olena here:Instagram: Be_Free_LLC https://www.instagram.com/be_free_llc/Youtube : https://youtube.com/channel/UCx61kmcqrT2gFZlXhBIQOKQ

On this episode, we talk about anxiety and more specifically discuss Generalized Anxiety Disorder and its symptoms. You will also learn about treatment options (and more) on this episode.  You can follow Olena here:Instagram: Be_Free_LLC https://www.instagram.com/be_free_llc/Youtube : https://youtube.com/channel/UCx61kmcqrT2gFZlXhBIQOKQ

TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of trauma and PTSD [including  abuse and sexual assault] and may be disturbing to some listeners. * On this season of Temporary Circumstances we will discuss various diagnoses and their treatments. We start Season 3 off with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).   On this episode, we discuss what Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is, the criteria for diagnosis of PTSD, treatments, and more.

On this Season 2 finale we discuss the idea of therapists as clients themselves. Joined by a special guest, Melissa Russiano, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, we discuss this important (yet sometimes forgotten about) topic. Listen in to hear about some reasons behind therapists choosing whether or not to seek counseling themselves, some risks and benefits, and special considerations with the COVID19 pandemic. [Brene Brown on empathy versus sympathy: https://www.youtube.com/watch/KZBTYViDPlQ]

In this episode, we discuss couples and family therapy. Here, you will find how couples and family therapy differs from individual therapy, it’s benefits, and additional considerations.

In this episode, we discuss Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). This comprehensive treatment approach works with clients to address emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal skills training, mindfulness, and more. Hear about DBT, the stages of DBT, and the effectiveness of this treatment approach on this episode.

In this episode, we discuss Internal Family Systems (IFS) as a treatment protocol for therapy. Hear about this new (yet effective) approach, how it is different from others, and how it can treat mental health concerns including trauma, PTSD, addictions, self image, and more.

In this episode we discuss some of the most well known therapies - Cognitive Behavioral Therapies (and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy). Listen in to hear about risks and benefits of these therapies and how they can help you treat symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, and more.

Join us for a discussion with Lenora Evans, Primary Care Physician, regarding mental health and the role of primary care physicians in the treatment of mental health. In this episode we discuss how your doctor can help if you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns. We also talk about continuity of care and why it is important.

Last but not least of our expressive arts mini-series: music and mental health. This episode's special guest is Joshua LeBreton, musician and songwriter with the Canary Yellow project. Listen in to hear about music as a tool for mental health, and how it helped Joshua through his toughest times. Joshua LeBreton is a music artist that uses song to navigate darkness.

Our expressive arts mini-series continues with this episode on visual arts and mental health. This episode is joined by 2 special guests: Eddie Wadkins, visual artist, and Sean Shinnock, artist and illustrator and mental health advocate. Hear about overcoming mental health struggles with the help of art, how visual art(s) can help with mental well-being, and the Draw Your Monster Project on this episode.

Another expressive arts mini-series episode: writing and mental health. Check out this episode with special guest, Adrian Minotti, a writer and stylist, to hear about the benefits of writing, ways to incorporate it into your daily routine, and how it relates to mental well-being.

First one of our expressive arts mini-series: yoga and mental health. Joined by a special guest, Stacy Mills, we discuss yoga and its benefits as well as a variety of interventions and how they relate to therapy [+2 breathing techniques in this episode!].

Join us for another uncommon topic discussion - somatic therapy, energy work and healing with special guest, Bridget Lowe. In this episode we discuss what somatic therapy is, different types of somatic work and healing, and how it can help treat various conditions. TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains some discussion of trauma, PTSD, and abuse, and may be disturbing to some listeners. *

Listen in as we kick off Season 2 with this incredible treatment protocol: Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). In this episode, we provide an overview of EMDR and how it helps clients with trauma, PTSD, and more. TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains some discussion of trauma, PTSD, and abuse, and may be disturbing to some listeners. *

In this pre-season bonus episode we introduce season 2 and expressive arts therapy.

In this Season 1 Finale we cover emotional support animals and mental health. The discussion focuses on the differences between emotional support animals, service animals, and therapy animals and covers additional considerations.

TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of trauma, PTSD, abuse, and neglect, and may be disturbing to some listeners. * In this episode, we discuss the importance of mental health as it comes to the foster care system and improving outcomes for current and former foster youth.

TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of trauma, PTSD, and abuse, and may be disturbing to some listeners. * Listen along as we talk about childhood trauma, what it may look like in both childhood and adulthood, and moving forward after adverse childhood experiences.

TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of addiction and sexual addiction, and may be disturbing to some listeners. * Join us with our special guest, Bridget Lowe, Licensed Professional Counselor, for a discussion focusing on the similarities and differences between other addictions and sexual addiction; challenges; and treatment of sexual addiction.

Part 2 of our mental health and the justice system episode, with special guest, Kevin Jackson. Kevin brings a unique set of experiences to this discussion as a former mental health professional, police officer, and educator. [Please excuse some of our audio in this episode due to remote recording; we wanted to bring you this important information despite COVID].

Part 1 of our mental health and the justice system episode, with special guest, Kevin Jackson. Kevin is a former educator, police officer, and mental health professional. Here we discuss the current events in the US and the world, police, and the justice system as they relate to mental health and treatment.

TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of domestic violence, trauma, PTSD, and abuse, and may be disturbing to some listeners. * Part 2 of our episode on domestic violence and how counseling can help.

TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of domestic violence, trauma, PTSD, and abuse, and may be disturbing to some listeners. * Listen in to this episode as we discuss what domestic violence is, debunk myths, and talk about treatment.

TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of death and grief and may be disturbing to some listeners. * In this bonus episode we discuss death and grief as they relate to the current COVID19 pandemic.

TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of suicide and may be disturbing to some listeners. * In this episode we debunk the topic of suicide and focus on suicide prevention.

TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains descriptions of trauma, PTSD, abuse, and neglect and may be disturbing to some listeners. * In this episode, we provide an introduction to trauma and PTSD. We continue to debunk myths about mental health, discuss in detail what trauma and PTSD look like, and talk about treatment.

TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of various addictions and may be disturbing to some listeners. *In this BONUS episode we discuss addiction and how this population is affected by the pandemic, and provide resources.

Part 2 of our introduction to mental health, where we discuss various differences in mental health settings, providers, and treatment options.

In this bonus episode, we share specific tips and tools on managing anxiety (and more) during COVID-19.

In this episode, we discuss the impact of COVID-19 on mental health, provide specific coping skills and strategies, and share additional resources for help during this crisis. Please note: Guided imagery for relaxation starts at 14min:25secs.

Listen in to our first episode as we debunk some mental health myths and introduce our listeners to the profession of mental health.