The Abide Counseling Podcast

In this episode, I talk with Taylor Drapela about her journey with anxiety and intrusive thoughts. We take an honest look at intrusive thoughts and share practical wisdom on finding healing and peace.   Taylor's book recommendation: Overcoming Unwanted Intrusive Thoughts by Sally Winston    Abide Counseling: abidecounselingbcs.com    

In this solo episode, I talk about the gift and discomfort of offering space for others to feel and express their feelings without fixing and how we can give this gift to ourselves. I also share the practical details about finding a counselor, beginning the counseling process, and what counseling looks like.    The Abide Counseling website: abidecounselingbcs.com 

In this episode, I talk with Debbie Johnson about various forms of grief, her own experience in journeying through loss, and practical ways to find healing in the midst of major suffering. 

In this episode, I talk about what healing actually is. Healing is a term I use a lot, but what does it actually mean to be healed? I talk about what we need healing from, signs that we may need healing in our lives, and some ways this healing actually happens.    Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theabidecounselingpodcast?fan_landing=true   Continue the conversation on the Abide Counseling Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/682731989324441   Abide Counseling website: https://abidecounselingbcs.com   We would love your feedback! Email me at kelsey@abidecounselingbcs.com  

When we're feeling sad, upset, depressed, or scared, there's lots of ways for others to show support and help us not feel so alone. However, there's also lots of phrases we tend to say that aren't so helpful. In this episode, I have a great conversation with my sister, Emily, about her experience of anxiety and depression, how getting over the stigma around medication has helped her, and how she has found greater faith and trust in God from her mental health struggles.        Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theabidecounselingpodcast?fan_landing=true Continue the conversation on the Abide Counseling Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/682731989324441  

In this solo episode, I talk about the pitfalls of negative thinking, the importance of being aware of our feelings, and how Jesus teaches us to share our burdens.   Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theabidecounselingpodcast?fan_landing=true Continue the conversation on the Abide Counseling Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/682731989324441  

In this episode, I share more about how this podcast came to be, the start of my journey in private practice, and my journey into counseling. We talk about the origins of the name of Abide Counseling and the difference between a Catholic counselor and a counselor who is Catholic. We also discuss the journey of healing and the role of charisms in the healing process.   Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theabidecounselingpodcast?fan_landing=true   Continue the conversation on the Abide Counseling Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/682731989324441

In this episode, I talk with my uncle and godfather Gary Drapela. Gary shares the birth story of his twin sons and the emotional roller coaster of having premature twins. We talk about how his faith and support from others sustained him during this formative time. This was a special conversation for me where I took the opportunity to have a meaningful conversation with someone who has been in my life for a long time but who I never really took the time to connect with. My hope is that this conversation inspires you to do the same with someone you care about.     Link to the Abide Counseling Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/682731989324441  

In this episode, I talk with my friend and fellow counselor Tyler Kilbane. Tyler is a counselor in the midwest who currently works with clients struggling with substance use. Tyler shares about his own struggle with depression and suicidal ideation and his journey into the Catholic faith. We talk about struggling with feeling unlovable, the stigma around mental health for men, bringing our feelings honestly to God, and what to do if you don't have the time or money for counseling.      Link to the Abide Counseling Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/682731989324441

In this episode, I talk with my sister Ashley Ricketson about her battle with anxiety. We talk about her experience with performance anxiety in high school, the pressure to "do your best," and where anxiety comes from. We also discuss the difficulty in being assertive and struggles with people pleasing and how it affects relationships, our view of self worth, and our faith.    Ashley's website: https://www.locksleyworkshop.com   The Abide Counseling Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/682731989324441

In this episode, I talk with my friend Sarah Sullivan about the joys and struggles of motherhood. We talk about caring for our mental health as mothers, finding the balance between self care and selfishness, toxic positivity, decision making in parenting, and giving permission for our feelings. 

In this episode, I interview my husband, Joshua, about his take on mental health as a man. We discuss expectations put on men and the difficulties that come with caring for our emotional health. We also talk about transgender issues, parenthood, teaching our kids about their emotions, and vulnerability in friendship.      Link for the Abide Counseling Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/682731989324441     Taylor Schroll, Catholic speaker and podcast host: https://www.fortecatholic.com

In this episode, I talk with a fellow counselor and friend, Antonia Seman. We discuss the role of diagnosis in the counseling process and what it really means to receive a mental health diagnosis. We also give a counselor's perspective on the counseling process and how we help others find healing. We shed some light on the pitfalls of diagnosing and how we integrate the compassion of God into our work as therapists.   Link for the Abide Counseling Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/682731989324441  

In this episode, I talk with my sister in law & friend, Madelyn Johnson, about the life and death of her daughter, Amelia. We talk about the real emotions around losing a child to stillbirth, the messy grieving and recovery process, and grief work in counseling.    This episode is dedicated to my dear niece, Amelia Rae.    Madelyn's earring Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MidlaneMadeClay   The Abide Counseling Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/682731989324441

In this episode, I talk with Ana Glaze about her experience in counseling. We talk about how much is too much to share in therapy (spoiler alert--you can never share too much!), the power of giving ourselves permission to devote time to our own healing, and common misconceptions about therapy.   Ana & Daniel's YouTube channel: youtube.com/ThatCatholicCouple   Link for the Abide Counseling Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/682731989324441   Thank you to Becka Landry for the incredible intro & outro music!   Editted & produced by Joshua Johnson

Welcome to the Abide Counseling Podcast! In this episode, you will hear about the messy beginnings of podcast adventures and the hopes and desires for what this podcast has to offer. Thanks for being here.   Thank you to Becka Landry for the incredible intro and outro music!   Link for the Abide Counseling Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/682731989324441