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We are a bunch of therapists trying to make sense of this beautiful, f-ed up world! We are four mental health professionals who want to make talking about mental health fun! We will also cover politics, pop culture, social issues and maybe a funny story or two while doing it! Come and have a session…

WeAreNotYourTherapistPodcast

  • May 3, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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  • 22 EPISODES


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We Didn't Come Here to Make Friends Corona Catch up 1

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2020 74:16


In these trying times, our podcasting in person has become extinct...but that doesn't mean we can't! Liana and I did a virtual call in and chatted about the last month in isolation. So if you are as bored and restless as we are, take a listen as we gab about all things quarantine and even the reemergence of Lindsay Lohan! Hope you enjoy this virtual episode of We Didn't Come Here to Make Friends.

We Are Not Your Therapist 2.0 The Coronavirus Epidemic

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2020 30:24


It's official! We are back! It's We Are Not Your Therapist 2.0, our newly refreshed podcast talking about all things mental health. In light of the Coronavirus epidemic being in full swing, we felt it was necessary to contribute to the conversation and provide resources for everyone as we get through this very uncertain and scary time. In this episode, we discuss how you can protect your mental health and be up to date on the progression of the epidemic. It feels great to be back and we can wait for you to take a little time and enjoy the podcast.

We Didn't Come Here to Make Friends Ep.4 Remember When?

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2020 60:54


Sometimes it's nice to just go back to the good old days right?? In this episode, Liana and Matt take a stroll through all the nostalgic moments of our childhood and discuss all things 90's and 2000's. Take a stroll through memory lane and enjoy this flashback episode that's totally rad!

We Didn't Come Here to Make Friends Ep. 5 DIY Disaster

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2020 67:20


WARNING! This Episode is really loud... please use caution in listening with headphones. So we set out to have a craft day....and document the process...then things just took a turn....these are our stories...bum bum. In probably the most random bout of content we've ever produced, we present the very first DIY disaster episode of We Didn't Come Here to Make Friends...If there ever was a time to jump on board this ship....it's definitely now..

We Didn't Come Here to Make Friends Ep. 3 Random Streams of Consciousness

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2020 60:14


Sorry for the delay, but episode 3 is here! We just have a random chit-chat about anything and everything. So if you love our goofy rabbit hole-esque conversations, this one's for you!!!

We Didn't Come Here To Make Friends Ep 2: New Year..New Us

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2020 47:28


It's a brand new year...and being the sometimes basic people we are...Let's talk all things 2020...we are out with the old (Bye 2019) and discuss things happening, and all the things we hope 2020 brings...and we laugh doing it. Please enjoy another fun filled episode and let us know what you think!!!

We Didn't Come Here to Make Friends Ep 1 The Great Elevator Adventure

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2020 52:09


We Are....Trying something new!! This is an all new podcast where Liana & Matt talk about stories in their lives and travel down thoughts of consciousness. These will come out on weeks that We Are Not Your Therapist does not so...it's bonus content. Please give us feedback on if this is a show you would enjoy long term and please don't forget to like, rate, and subscribe! In this episode, we discuss an unfortunate accident in Matt's ancient elevator and the days long process of reclaiming Liana's iPhone! Welcome to We Didn't Come Here to Make Friends!

Episode 16: Sessions of the Queer Variety: How Counseling Needs to Evolve in an LGBTQ+ World

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2019 72:55


We are here and we are talking about all things Queer! We discuss the LGBTQ+

Ep 15: Gun Ownership & The Mental Health Debate Pt. 2

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2019 68:36


We are back for part 2 on the gun ownership and mental health debate with our guest Lee! If you thought part 1 had a lot of information, well you are in for a treat! We continue the discussion around misconceptions of gun laws and gun ownership, as well as continue to discuss what is the solution to this whole issue. Join us for another informative and hot topic episode of We Are Not Your Therapist Podcast!!

Episode 14: Gun Ownership & The Mental Health Debate Pt.1

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2019 58:15


With all the recent mass shootings in the U.S., we wanted to discuss the history of gun ownership laws and the psychology behind mass shootings. We also discuss potential solutions that could be implemented in order to see a decrease occur. Join us for part one of this two part discussion with our extra special guest Lee as we delve into history to gun law to understand how mental health practitioners can do our part to see healthy shifts in debate on this hot button topic.

Episode 12: A Split, Single White Attraction: How Mental Health is Portrayed in the Media Pt. 2

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2019 61:19


It's our first two-parter! In this second half of our thoughts on how Mental Health is portrayed in the media, we continue with Girl Interrupted and discuss some of the good and the bad influences everyone's perceptions of what Mental Health really is. We try to demystify all the Hollywood magic to discuss how these depictions can be hurtful to the Mental Health Community. Join us for another episode of WeAreNotYourTherapist! Please like and subscribe and if you are listening on iTunes or Spotify, please give us a rating and leave comments.

Episode 11: A Split, Single Attraction: How Mental Health is Portrayed in the Media Part 1

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2019 46:29


From psychological thrillers to empowering stories of growth, we are covering it all! We delve into how the media has portrayed mental health and look at the good, the bad, and the ugly that has been put out for our enjoyment. In this first part of our very first two parter, we dish on our favorite movies, books, and TV shows and why you should watch them to better understand what true Mental health looks like in our society. So get your lists ready and see if they match with ours on this fun and exciting episode of We Are Not Your Therapist.

Episode 10: Love Me Tinder: A Discussion on Online Dating Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2019 64:37


Whether you are swiping right, matching, or Netflix and Chilling, online dating can be a very draining experience on your mental health. In this episode, we discuss how mental health plays a role in dating culture and even give you a little insight into our dating experience. From Craiglist to Bumble, we dish about how our society has changed and how we need to take care of ourselves in the online dating world. Join us for another fun-filled episode of We Are Not Your Therapist!

Episode 9: The Second City's Second Chance: Addressing Issues in Chicago

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2019 59:19


Hey Chicago what do ya say? In this episode, your favorite 4 therapists discuss living in Chicago and addressing the issues everyone hears about. We attempt to shatter misconceptions and advocate for why we love our beautiful city. We also discuss what we want to see happen and how the conversation about the Windy City needs to change. Join us for this very personal episode of We Are Not Your Therapist.

Episode 8: Battle in the Trenches: How Can Counselors Combat the Opioid Crisis

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2019 56:22


Reunited and it feels so good! We are all finally reassembled with Sarah back and ready to talk about one of the biggest mental health crises in our country today. Join us as we have a very honest discussion about the Opiate epidemic, the facts, and what counselors need to do to help fight the fight to end this growing national public health crisis. We are excited for you to spend another hour with us on We Are Not Your Therapist.

Episode 7:So You Want to Be a Therapist?: What You Should Take Away From Your Education

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2019 72:48


Have you ever thought about therapy as a profession? We discuss the reality of what it means to be a therapist and look at the good and the bad that comes with working as a mental health professional. We are once again joined by our guest cohost Marissa and we talk about everything from education to job hunts to shattering every preconceived notion about being a therapist we had. Come have a session with us on another exciting episode of We Are Not Your Therapist

Episode 6: It's Actually You Not Me!: When to Break Up With Your Therapist

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2019 63:36


In this exciting episode, your favorite therapists are reunited and reassembled to dish about how & when to end the therapeutic relationship between client and therapist. With the help of our lovely guest cohost Marissa, we delve into why people have difficulty ending therapy and what you can do to empower yourself if you choose to. Also we provide some nifty sound effects due to our battle against the new equipment set up!

Episode 5: Category is...Pop Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2019 62:17


Matt and Liana are back and we decide to talk about all things pop culture. Reminisce with us over the biggest pop culture moments and discussing the fandoms that you all know and love. It's another lighthearted episode of Wearenotyourtherapist.

Episode 4: Among Us Walks A Sociopath: Confronting Media Tropes On Sociopathy

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2019 61:03


It's just the two of us and if we can make it through an episode on Sociopaths, we will not build castles in the sky. In this episode, Matt and Liana discuss the stigma around personality disorders as well as dispelling the media's misinformation about them. We also discuss serial killers, emotions, and even the Met Gala. Enjoy a fun and engaging session of We Are Not Your Therapist!

Episode 3 The Face of Many Faces: Bullying in the Digital Age

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2019 74:21


Hot off the presses we bring you Episode 3! We dish about recent events, and talk about the development of Cyberbullying in this established digital age. From Myspace to LinkdIn, we talk about the development of social media and how it's not always a good idea to like and subscribe. If you need a laugh or two and want to get some good information, join us for a session today :)

Episode 2: Who Counsels the Counselors? An Honest Discussion about Burnout & Trauma Exposure

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2019 65:25


Your four favorite therapists are back! In Episode 2, we discuss the concept of burnout and stress. We talk about our own experiences, and some of what we think the field should do to combat this crisis. We also talk about our love of Justin Timberlake and other random tangents in this exciting second episode of We Are Not Your Therapist! Please leave us comments and ratings and also connect with us via our socials.

Episode 1: So What Brings You In? Common Misconceptions & Myths About Seeking Therapy

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2019 65:22


Welcome to our very first episode of We Are Not Your Therapist! In this session, of our show, we laugh, we panic, and we let you know a little bit about us... We seek to discuss the barriers and misconceptions around seeking treatment and work closer to end stigma around mental health. Need a laugh? Or maybe some good information? Well pull up a chair and have a session with us today!

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