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This week Raj and Noah welcome licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. Dr. Esther Boykin to talk all about the difference between forgiving and reconciling, the necessity of apologies, and all the dimensions of the value we call forgiveness.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Esther Boykin joins Dr. Alexandra for an expansive conversation around the intersection of mental health and our careers. Esther highlights the difference between self-care and self-compassion, and points us towards using self-compassion as an essential tool for improving both our personal and work lives. When we bring self-compassion to our careers, we prevent burnout by opening up a deeper connection to our common humanity. Together, Esther and Dr. Alexandra then respond to a listener who thinks her relationship is being held back by her partner's ambition.Relevant links:Connect with Esther online and on InstagramLearn more about Therapy Is Not A Dirty Word and the Compassion CollectiveWho Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork by Dan SullivanReimagining Love episode: "Talking about the Future: Navigating a Pace Discrepancy"Order Dr. Alexandra's new book, Love Every DaySubscribe to Dr. Alexandra's NewsletterSubmit a Listener Question Get tickets for "Creating Your Best Relationship Ever" with Dr. Alexandra on March 21st in Washington D.C.

In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Esther Boykin, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Tedx Speaker, and Author. Tune in as we share insights on how to make your life feel great, instead of just looking great. We also talk about how relationships can be a rich environment for learning and practicing vulnerability and self-compassion, as well as feeling unconditionally worthy.IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT…Esther's  self-worth journey: Reaching a turning point at the end of her marriage & Finding balance between caring for herself and others.Why it's so difficult to show your imperfections to people you're closest to.How to become more vulnerable and authentic in your relationships.Ending a relationship/marriage amicably, in a way that honors each person.Esther's favorite self-compassion practice.and more!If you enjoyed this discussion, share it with a loved one, then…Leave a Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to show your love to The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast!Stream & Download The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast NOW for FREE on Apple Podcast, Google, Stitcher, Pandora, and Spotify!To connect further with Esther Boykin:Visit her website: https://estherboykin.com Follow her on Instagram: www.instagram.com/estherbmftConnect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estherbmftListen to Esther's Tedx Talk: The Antidote to Laziness Isn't What You Think: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97jYgIC8MO0 To connect further with me:Visit my website: https://www.dradiagooden.com Connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dradiagooden Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dradiagooden Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adia-gooden-4b26751b Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/47GHOD1t2AoRead the show notes and transcript here:  https://dradiagooden.com/episodearchive/64This episode is sponsored by Crys & Tiana, a podcast production company helping you take the guesswork out of launching and growing your podcasts. Book a strategy call today and start turning your podcast dreams into reality!Get 25% off your first launch strategy session at https://www.crysandtiana.com/launchstrategy.This episode was produced by Crys & Tiana.Learn more at https://www.crysandtiana.com. 

Esther Boykin is a psychotherapist who wants to live in a world where everyone believes that Therapy Is Not A Dirty Word.  As the CEO of Group Therapy Associates, a private practice in the DC metro area, she works every day to make mental health accessible, innovative, and culturally relevant for all people.In 2017 Esther launched Therapy Is Not A Dirty Word, a brand new division of GTA designed to bring mental health conversation outside the traditional office setting and into the community through media, webinars, social events, and retreats. In addition to her role as  a licensed marriage & family therapist and CEO, Esther is also an adjunct professor at Virginia Tech teaching the business of therapy, author of The Date Deck, and a sought-after relationship and mental health expert.  She was recently named a top 21 relationship expert to follow by Cosmopolitan magazine and has appeared on Bravo's Real Housewives of Potomac, HuffPost, Good Morning Washington, the Wall Street Journal, Refinery 29, and a myriad of other media outlets.Support the show (https://pod.fan/the-dude-therapist)

S2 Ep11: It's officially Summer! Queue the beach, bikes and brunches...but wait what if you are not ready to jump back into the social scene just yet? Perhaps you have a lil anxiety about re-entering the world from your safe pandemic bubble. Whether it's home, work or play - join Mimi Jacks and Esther Boykin, LMFT of Group Therapy Associates, LLC as they chat about how to overcome some of that post pandemic anxiety! Be sure to let us know what you liked most about this episode and what you have already or plan to put into action to set boundaries about what you are comfortable with as you make your hot girl (or warm girl) summer plans! MProper Mimi loves to hear back from all the listeners on much you enjoyed the show as well as what you need to hear on upcoming shows as well. Remember we are here to share Black stories and speak our MProper Minds together. Love ya! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mpropermimi/support

Dating in itself can be very difficult. Add on the fact that we've all essentially been on lockdown with not much human interaction as we're used to for the past 18-19 months and it gets that much more difficult. With that being said, we welcomed one of our favorite people, Family and Marriage Therapist, Esther Boykin to the podcast. We discussed why people are finding it difficult to sit in solitude, combatting the fear of dating, how we've been using the love language in the wrong way, finding love in a global pandemic, and more. Esther Boykin is a psychotherapist who wants to live in a world where everyone believes that Therapy Is Not A Dirty Word. Whether in her role as CEO of Group Therapy Associates, a coach, consultant, author, or media expert, she works daily to make mental health accessible, innovative, and culturally relevant for all people. Guest IG: @estherbmft Guest Website: https://estherboykin.com/ Everybody's Juice Website: https://everybodysjuice.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dosomethinggoodtoday/support

It's officially Summer! Queue the beach, bikes and brunches...but wait what if you are not ready to jump back into the social scene just yet? Perhaps you have a lil anxiety about re-entering the world from your safe pandemic bubble. Whether it's home, work or play - join Mimi Jacks and Esther Boykin, LMFT of Group Therapy Associates, LLC as they chat about how to overcome some of that post pandemic anxiety! Be sure to let us know what you liked most about this episode and what you have already or plan to put into action to set boundaries about what you are comfortable with as you make your hot girl (or warm girl) summer plans! MProper Mimi loves to hear back from all the listeners on much you enjoyed the show as well as what you need to hear on upcoming shows as well. Remember we are here to share Black stories and speak our MProper Minds together. Love ya! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mpropermimi/support

Today I am talking with Esther Boykin, LMFT, about Mental Health + Well-Being in a post COVID era. This conversation focuses on navigating mental health & life after isolation, dispelling the myth of “why ppl go to therapy”, how you want to show up in the world & practicing self-compassion. Esther Boykin is a psychotherapist who wants to live in a world where everyone believes that Therapy Is Not A Dirty Word. As the CEO of Group Therapy Associates, a private practice in the DC metro area, she works every day to make mental health accessible, innovative, and culturally relevant for all people. In 2017 Esther launched Therapy Is Not A Dirty Word, a brand new division of GTA designed to bring mental health conversation outside the traditional office setting and into the community through media, webinars, social events, and retreats. Get to know more about Esther and follow her work on Instagram @estherbmft and catch her “Friday Feels” IG Lives @ 5pm every Friday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

No matter where you are on your healing journey, this episode has much to offer about therapy and setting boundaries. It highlights a gentle way to approach long term healing and reinforces the value of discerning and setting boundaries that keep our selves safe and deepen our relationships. Relationships are foundational to our individual and collective wellbeing. Generation after generation of intergenerational trauma have imparted messages that tell us it's selfish/unsafe to focus on our selves. In this episode, we explore how compassionate self inquiry helps expand our understanding of boundaries beyond protection and walls towards invitations for deeper closeness. Healthy relationships feel expansive. Therapy helps us become more expansive, healthier humans, more connected to our full messy, authentic, human selves, to others, and more present in the world. As Esther Boykin says, “therapy is not a dirty word.” RESOURCES:Esther Boykin is a psychotherapist who wants to live in a world where everyone believes that Therapy Is Not A Dirty Word. Whether in her role as CEO of Group Therapy Associates, a coach, consultant, author, or media expert, she works daily to make mental health accessible, innovative, and culturally relevant for all people. Find Esther online at https://estherboykin.com/ (estherboykin.com), https://www.grouptherapyassociates.com/ (grouptherapyassociates.com), https://therapyisnotadirtyword.com/ (therapyisnotadirtyword.com), and on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/estherbmft/ (@estherbmft). https://connectfulness.com/ (connectfulness.com) If you enjoyed this episode and want to dive in deeper, consider joining one of Rebecca's online offerings to deepen your relational skills and expand your Self care. Learn more at https://connectfulness.com/offerings (connectfulness.com/offerings) Also, please check out the new http://whydoesmypartner.com/ (WHY DOES MY PARTNER) short form weekly podcast. This podcast is not a substitute for counseling with a licensed provider.

It's Mental Health 101, baby! And this week we're answering the question on everyone's mind: How the heck do you find the right therapist?! Marriage and Family Therapist Esther Boykin joins us to provide some helpful tips and tricks. We discuss everything from different theoretical orientations to whether or not your therapist should be from the same cultural background as you. She also gives some money saving suggestions before diving into our new segment, Three Questions! Turns out, putting yourself first isn't selfish! Who knew!  Trigger warning: There is discussion of eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, and other mental health issues in this episode. Please take care while listening. Transcription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zXFDpJNcdN7YEPeFH_R4VEfGCzXW-bQiSa0CcmMTNa8/edit?usp=sharing This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex Ramsey To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus Check out video clips of our podcasts on Youtube at youtube.com/foreverdogteam And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog NewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/just-between-us/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's Mental Health 101, baby! And this week we're answering the question on everyone's mind: How the heck do you find the right therapist?! Marriage and Family Therapist Esther Boykin joins us to provide some helpful tips and tricks. We discuss everything from different theoretical orientations to whether or not your therapist should be from the same cultural background as you. She also gives some money saving suggestions before diving into our new segment, Three Questions! Turns out, putting yourself first isn't selfish! Who knew! Trigger warning: There is discussion of eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, and other mental health issues in this episode. Please take care while listening.This has been a Forever Dog production Produced by Melisa D. MontsExecutive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex RamseyTo listen to this podcast ad-free Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plusCheck out video clips of our podcasts on Youtube at youtube.com/foreverdogteamAnd make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog News

It's Mental Health 101, baby! And this week we're answering the question on everyone's mind: How the heck do you find the right therapist?! Marriage and Family Therapist Esther Boykin joins us to provide some helpful tips and tricks. We discuss everything from different theoretical orientations to whether or not your therapist should be from the same cultural background as you. She also gives some money saving suggestions before diving into our new segment, Three Questions! Turns out, putting yourself first isn't selfish! Who knew!  Trigger warning: There is discussion of eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, and other mental health issues in this episode. Please take care while listening. This has been a Forever Dog production  Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex Ramsey To listen to this podcast ad-free  Sign up for Forever Dog Plus at foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus Check out video clips of our podcasts on Youtube at youtube.com/foreverdogteam And make sure to follow us on Twitter, instagram and Facebook at ForeverDogTeam to keep up with all of the latest Forever Dog News

Esther Boykin is a psychotherapist who wants to live in a world where everyone believes that Therapy Is Not A Dirty Word.  As the CEO of Group Therapy Associates, a private practice in the DC metro area, she works every day to make mental health accessible, innovative, and culturally relevant for all people. In 2017, Esther launched Therapy Is Not A Dirty Word, a brand new division of GTA, designed to bring mental health conversation outside the traditional office setting and into the community through media, webinars, social events, and retreats. In addition to her role as  a licensed marriage & family therapist and CEO, Esther is also an adjunct professor at Virginia Tech teaching the business of therapy, author of The Date Deck, and a sought-after relationship and mental health expert. She was recently named a top 21 relationship expert to follow by Cosmopolitan magazine and has appeared on Bravo’s Real Housewives of Potomac, HuffPost, Good Morning Washington, the Wall Street Journal, Refinery 29, and a myriad of other media outlets. In this episode, we touch on the importance of accessibility and representation in the mental health field , how self-awareness improves the quality of relationships, relationship tips, such as check-ins and respecting boundaries, exploring attachment styles, and more.FOLLOW ESTHER:INSTA: @estherbmft ; @therapyisnotadirtyword WEBSITE: https://estherboykin.com/ ; https://therapyisnotadirtyword.com/STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: tara@tara-mont.com

Are you looking for a new way to market your private practice? We've got a great idea for you! Utilizing TV appearances, such as morning news shows or reality TV, can be a great benefit for your practice. There are a number of ways to get your foot in the door to get started in TV, and we're here to help!This week, Julie sits down with Esther Boykin to discuss TV appearances and how it's helped her grow her private practice! Esther Boykin is a psychotherapist who wants to live in a world where everyone believes that Therapy Is Not A Dirty Word. As the CEO of Group Therapy Associates, a private practice in the DC metro area, she works every day to make mental health accessible, innovative, and culturally relevant for all people. In 2017, Esther launched Therapy Is Not A Dirty Word, a brand new division of GTA designed to bring mental health conversation outside the traditional office setting and into the community through media, webinars, social events, and retreats. In addition to her role as a licensed marriage & family therapist and CEO, Esther is also an adjunct professor at Virginia Tech teaching the business of therapy, author of The Date Deck, and a sought-after relationship and mental health expert. She was recently named a top 21 relationship expert to follow by Cosmopolitan magazine and has appeared on Bravo's Real Housewives of Potomac, HuffPost, Good Morning Washington, the Wall Street Journal, Refinery 29, and a myriad of other media outlets. Episode Highlights:If you want to get started, just say YES!Focus on social media to make connections - Follow TV hosts and their crew (producers, content creators, marketers, etc.) and introduce yourself. Expand your network and present opportunities to collaborate.If someone reaches out to you, step out of your comfort zone and say yes (even if it is something completely new to you!)Utilize freelance services to build up your skillsYou can use services, such as Help A Reporter Out, to connect with professionals that are looking for experts to quote in their work. This will help you develop talking points and become more confident speaking about your profession.Remember, YOU are the expertAs you are reaching out (and people start to reach out to you), keep in mind that you are the expert in the segments you're being featured in. Confidence and energy are key.Links & Resources:Esther BoykinGroup Therapy AssociatesTherapy Is Not A Dirty WordThe Business of TherapyThe Date Deck by Esther BoykinThe E-Myth by Michael E. GerberHelp A Reporter Out (HARO)GreenOak AccountingTherapy For Your Money Podcast

Angry moments versus anger issues. Is there a difference? We uncover how to deal with anger from all aspects. Monique's therapist and marriage counselor, Esther Boykin, joins Monique, Chris and Aly for this week's episode.

Episode 17: There comes a time in our lives ladies, when we need to set boundaries. Whether it is at home, work or with our friends boundaries help to keep us safe and they protect our sanity! Esther Boykin, LMFT and CEO of Group Therapy Associates returns from Season 1 - Episode #2 when she and host Mimi Jacks talked about the Myth of the Strong Black Woman. Now join us as we talk about why setting boundaries is so important for self care and what some of the perceptions are of Black women in particular when we attempt to put those boundaries in place. Some people may label us as selfish, not a team player or aggressive when we have the audacity to speak up for ourselves. Be sure to listen then share with others! Please feel free to leave comments or a message as well...who knows your comments may be featured on a future episode! You can find Esther at grouptherapyassociates.com and on IG at @estherbmft and #therapyisnotadirtyword We also mentioned Eloquent Rage, written by Brittney Cooper  If you love listening to MProper Mimi and all the topics we cover you can become a supporter for as little as $.99 or more! It's just a little way to show your appreciation and to help MProper Mimi to keep bringing you awesome content. Check Mimi out at MProperMimi.com. Thanks! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mpropermimi/support

Episode 17: There comes a time in our lives ladies, when we need to set boundaries. Whether it is at home, work or with our friends boundaries help to keep us safe and they protect our sanity! Esther Boykin, LMFT and CEO of Group Therapy Associates returns from Season 1 - Episode #2 when she and host Mimi Jacks talked about the Myth of the Strong Black Woman. Now join us as we talk about why setting boundaries is so important for self care and what some of the perceptions are of Black women in particular when we attempt to put those boundaries in place. Some people may label us as selfish, not a team player or aggressive when we have the audacity to speak up for ourselves. Be sure to listen then share with others! Please feel free to leave comments or a message as well...who knows your comments may be featured on a future episode! You can find Esther at grouptherapyassociates.com and on IG at @estherbmft and #therapyisnotadirtyword We also mentioned Eloquent Rage, written by Brittney Cooper  If you love listening to MProper Mimi and all the topics we cover you can become a supporter for as little as $.99 or more! It's just a little way to show your appreciation and to help MProper Mimi to keep bringing you awesome content. Check Mimi out at MProperMimi.com. Thanks! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mpropermimi/support

In our quest for love, what are the best ways to put love for self first? What are the patterns that keep us from surrendering? And are emotional intimacy and vulnerability interchangeable?

Have you ever doubted yourself as an entrepreneur? Or played the comparison game? Or overextended yourself by putting others first? If so, then today's episode is one that you won't want to miss! My friend, Esther Boykin, joins me to chat about relationships, self-love and what you can be doing to uplevel your life and business. We talk about: How to deal with relationship stress caused by being forced to stay at home. Ways to keep your life and business running during uncertain times. One thing that Esther struggles with mentally that you'll all relate to (and what to do about it). The real reason why you find it difficult to trust (whether it's other people, success or yourself) and how you can step into trust today! If you want the trifecta (making more money while cultivating loving relationships AND having time for yourself) then you MUST prioritize this! What it means to “connect with yourself” in a TANGIBLE way and exercises you can put into practice NOW to know yourself better and live a more meaningful life! This surprising reaction can be an indicator of your readiness for success! What Esther is doing to destigmatize therapy, why it's important and what you can do to help! and so much more!   In 2004 with a Master of Science from Virginia Tech and a vision of making mental health widely accessible to all, Esther Boykin began her career as a marriage and family therapist.  With her passion for therapy and relationships growing, Esther opened Group Therapy Associates a psychotherapy practice in the Washington, DC metro area. Now, nearly 15 years, GTA has grown to include multiple office locations and Esther has extended her reach to other projects to further her mission for healthy relationships and accessible modern mental health.  As CEO of Group Therapy Associates, Esther launched Therapy Is Not A Dirty Word, which hosts events and retreats and is also engaged in philanthropic efforts with Sidewalk Talk and Black Love Industry Professional (BLIP). She also co-hosts With That Being Said, a podcast with Erica Turner, and is featured regularly as an expert on shows like Good Morning Washington and the Real Housewives of Potomac .In between her myriad of projects Esther also provides professional consulting to mental health clinicians, weekend intensives for couples and families, and is often hired as a speaker for events on topics like dating and relationships, self-care, emotional intimacy, and various mental health topics. When she's not leading her amazing team of therapists, helping others grow their businesses, or working with folks to have better relationships, Esther geeks out on interior design, cooking, wine, coffee, and relaxing with family and friends.  Find her on Twitter, IG, FB to book connect or book an appointment or invite her to your next event CEO, Group Therapy Associates + Therapy Is Not A Dirty Word Follow me on Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Useful links to help you connect with me:   Book a Therapy Appoinment with me or an associate Learn more about my Singles Retreat Schedule a Weekend Instensive Contact my assistant about an Interview & Media Requests Schedule a Call With Me     Episode 28: The Dark Side of Success (and What I've Gone Through Recently) Episode 7: How Leaps of Faith Helped Dawn Barton Beat Cancer, Build a Seven-Figure Business and Cultivate Unstoppable Joy Episode 1: How I Turned a Breakup Into a Six-Figure Business Feelings Chart Join me in my FREE private Facebook community, the All-In entrepreneur: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theallinentrepreneur/ Connect with me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/ritagoodroe

Today I'm bringing back a frequently requested episode… the very first episode of the podcast where I share about going on 35 dates in 35 days and the breakup that led to that experience. Even if you've heard me talk about that story before and how I turned that into a six-figure business, you haven't heard the WHOLE story.   In this pilot episode of The Rita Made Me Do It Show two of my friends, Esther Boykin, Lindsay Sarvadi, and I sit together and chat about the whole story behind my journey from life as an attorney, to the infamous 35 dates in 35 days, to a successful six-figure business as a dating coach and now a business strategist.   We are digging into the questions you need to hear and the real information about what it takes to step into that next level version of yourself and your business including:   How I developed new ways of thinking and mindset shifts to really become successful in my business Self doubt and entrepreneurship Relationships and self-esteem What really happened between my breakup and 35 dates in 35 days The new habits I created to replace old, unhelpful, ones Why trust in yourself is essential to your growth as an entrepreneur How I learned to be comfortable being uncomfortable   Let's dive in!   Find out more about the Reset Retreat: https://ritamademedoit.lpages.co/resetretreat/   Read all about my 35 Dates in 35 Days:  https://ritasquest.wordpress.com/tag/35-dates-in-35-days/   Join me in my FREE Facebook group, The All-In Entrepreneur: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theallinentrepreneur/ Episode 20 - The Most Valuable Lessons in Entrepreneurship: 10 Women, and Me, Share Lessons Learned in 2019 and How You Can Use Them to Grow Your Business in 2020: http://ritamademedoit.libsyn.com/the-most-valuable-lessons-in-entrepreneurship-10-women-and-me-share-lessons-learned-in-2019-and-how-you-can-use-them-to-grow-your-business-in-2020

Stand Out QuotesI think therapists need to be more visible outside their offices and be seen as accessible warm people.We forget how important belonging is to almost every aspect of our wellness.Part of how we define who we are in the world is through our connection to other people.Esther Boykin was the very first city leader outside of California to bring listening to her community. Sidewalk Talk turned into an organization, if you really think about it, because of Esther nudging Traci to bring Sidewalk Talk out to the East Coast.   Esther is a psychotherapist, a group practice owner, leads Sidewalk Talk in the DC area, as well as runs a project called “Therapy is Not A Dirty Word”. She listens because she believes love needs to be the centerpiece of her community and at the root for her, sitting out on the sidewalk and offering to listen to members of her community is the way to make that happen. Listening on the sidewalk is unique because unlike therapy, you don’t self-select who you are going to listen to based on a person’s background, religious beliefs, and political stance.  Esther believes that is important because we can get caught in political conversations or policy conversations and forget that there are real people with real stories that we have to hear to really do right by people. Part of why Esther became a therapist is because she believes our wellness is tied to our connection with one another and when we can broaden those connections the better we become. If you want to support more leaders like Esther bringing love and connection back to the world, consider becoming a monthly investor in Sidewalk Talk.  It is #GivingTuesday on December 3 and we need 100 monthly investors to sustain the impact of Sidewalk Talk across 92 locations and 15 countries in 2020.  Find out more here.And you can learn more about Esther Boykin and her work at Therapy Is Not A Dirty Word, Esther Boykin, and Group Therapy Associates.

Maybe you've heard me talk about the breakup that led to me going on 35 dates in 35 days and how that turned into a six-figure business before, but you haven't heard the WHOLE story.   In this pilot episode of The Rita Made Me Do It Show two of my friends, Esther Boykin, Lindsay Sarvadi, and I sit together and chat about the whole story behind my journey from life as an attorney, to the infamous 35 dates in 35 days, to a successful six-figure business as a dating coach and now a business strategist.   We are digging into the questions you need to hear and the real information about what it takes to step into that next level version of yourself and your business including:   How I developed new ways of thinking and mindset shifts to really become successful in my business Self doubt and entrepreneurship Relationships and self-esteem What really happened between my breakup and 35 dates in 35 days The new habits I created to replace old, unhelpful, ones Why trust in yourself is essential to your growth as an entrepreneur How I learned to be comfortable being uncomfortable   Let's dive in!   Find out more about the Reset Retreat: https://ritamademedoit.lpages.co/resetretreat/   Read all about my 35 Dates in 35 Days:  https://ritasquest.wordpress.com/tag/35-dates-in-35-days/   Join me in my FREE Facebook group, The All-In Entrepreneur: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theallinentrepreneur/

As we settle into our second season of the podcast, Esther and Erica finally decide it's time you get to know more about them! Tune in to find out what makes Esther Boykin, LMFT really tick. Here are Esther's 5 most influential books: Slaughter House 5, Kurt Vonnegut - https://amzn.to/2DiJmb2 Temple of My Familiar, Alice Walker - https://amzn.to/2SGLPR2 Their Eyes Were Watching God, Zora Neal Hurston - https://amzn.to/2yMF9IT The Gift of Therapy, Irvin Yalom - https://amzn.to/2QbY9qU The 8 Habits of Love, Ed Bacon - https://amzn.to/2QbY9qU --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/WithThatBeingSaid/support

Relationship and Family Therapist Esther Boykin (@estherbMFT) is back on #MindOverMatterPod. We talked about the importance of being intentional in dating, how “wasting your time” in dating is a myth, how avoiding heartbreak is a recipe for getting your heart broken and knowing when it’s time to move on from an old relationship, and more. Please press play and enjoy this episode. You can find Esther on the following social media networks: Twitter - @estherbMFT Instagram - @estherbMFT You can find me on the following social media networks: Twitter - @kingnaj Twitter - @MindOvrMatter_ Instagram - @kingnaj

Did you miss this episode of The Dating Advisory Board's - The Best Damn Lunch & Learn EVER?! I had the brilliant Esther Boykin, LMFT on the show talking about..

Did you miss this episode of The Dating Advisory Board Best Damn Lunch & Learn EVER ?! I had the amazing and brilliant Esther Boykin on the show talking about..

You don't want to miss this episode of The Dating Advisory Show! Rita Goodroe & Esther Boykin share their wisdom on dating especially regarding online dating profile tips that help you stand out in the dating world. Below are some of the points we covered during our segment: What are some non-negotiables that we should be considering when looking for a partner? Dating Profile Tips Talk to us about How Therapy Is Not a Dirty Word The divorce rate is around 60%. What are the factors leading to this staggering number? Is traditional marriage doomed? Top issues for entrepreneurs starting a business? Advice when people get stuck in rut and procrastinate. How can we get out of a fear-based mindset? In 2011, Rita Goodroeleft her life as a business attorney (which she led for over 10 years) and became a dating & relationship coach. Her first year in business, she was asked to tour as an expert panelist and speaker, serve as an expert for The Washington Post and was a finalist for Best Dating Coach in the iDate 2014 Awards. She began coaching entrepreneurs on starting and building their businesses and has since founded the Women's Business Garden, a global community of women who are creating new futures for themselves, their communities and the world through entrepreneurship. The mission of Women's Business Garden is to catalyze women's entrepreneurship and sustainable business growth and success through powerful education, mentorship, and community. In June 2016, Women's Business Garden was nominated and selected as a change-making company by the State of Women Summit, convened by The White House. Esther Boykin is a licensed marriage and family therapist, relationship coach, and expert, her simple yet effective tips and philosophies on relationships and self-care has been featured in a variety of TV, digital, print, and radio media outlets, including: Good Morning Washington, Fox 5 DC, The New York Times, Sirius XM, Bustle,RealSimple.com, HitchedMag, Redbook, and Glamour.

We're talking break ups with Esther Boykin because we had to start getting folks in formation before you walk into the new year with a raggedy and stressful situation! lol! Ya'll know we got to let them go! Esther Boykin is licensed marriage and family therapist, relationship coach, and expert. Esther’s passion to change the face of mental health and emotional wellness drives her to continuously find innovative ways to reach her community. She is the creator and host of Therapy Is Not a Dirty Word , a series of happy hour style events bringing local therapists and the community together for fun and informative conversations across the country. You can check her out at: http://www.estherboykin.com/ ______________________________________ ALSO! Insecure clothing Swap Happening on Sunday, Sept. 10 from 2-4! RSVP at vagesteem@gmail.com ________________________ So what are you waiting for? Listen, download, subscribe, comment and rate!!! (like for real, I need you to do that) and get in touch with me at www.vagesteem.com or on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/vagesteem instagram: http://instagram.com/vagesteem Facbeook: https://www.facebook.com/vagesteem

The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible version of ourselves. This week's episode is an On the Couch Episode all about Molly from HBO's hit show, Insecure. My special guest therapist is Esther Boykin, LMFT from Group Therapy Associates in Washington, DC. We discussed the reluctance that Black women sometimes have to beginning therapy, dating dilemmas that often drive one's desire to begin therapy, and how to ask for the difficult feedback you may need to hear to help you truly have an honest assessment of yourself.   Resources Mentioned The Gifts of Imperfection by Dr. Brene Brown Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff 55 Gentle Ways to Take Care of Yourself   Where to Find Esther estherboykin.com Twitter Facebook Instagram   The hashtag for the podcast is #TBGinSession. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Find more information and resources at therapyforblackgirls.com If you have questions or inquiries, email us at podcast@therapyforblackgirls.com

We've got a fresh new look and are busy recording some fresh new episodes!  Check out the new look while catching up on our original episodes for the next several weeks.     With That Being Said is a long conversation about life, love, and everything in between. Hosted by therapists and relationship experts Esther Boykin and Erica Turner this podcast dedicated to giving listeners smart, fun, insightful advice on life, love, and everything in between. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/WithThatBeingSaid/support

In this episode of Mind Over Matter, we spoke with Relationship and Family Therapist Esther Boykin (@estherbMFT). We talked about how monogamy can be ruined by, realistic relationship goals, being vulnerable and communicating with your partner, and why a growth phase is necessary to have a successful relationship. Please press play and enjoy. #MindOverMatter

My husband and I talk to a renowned couples therapist about marriage and personal growth while parenting. The wonderful Esther Boykin, LMFT weighs in on how to support connection between partners and within the entire family. We also talk about being naked around our kids and how to handle parenting disagreements without resentment. She also tells us the 2 most important elements that will help us be better partners and better parents. Hint: it's all about working on ourselves first.   S h o w   N o t e s   Esther is the CEO of Group Therapy Associates located in the Washington D.C., Maryland, Virginia region. GTA is a boutique counseling and coaching agency for people who want to live happier and healthier lives. But, more importantly GTA is "a safe place to let out your fears and frustrations and actually start to change your life for the better.   She is also working on a really cool project called Therapy Is Not A Dirty Word. It's a Q&A Happy Hour featuring great food, great drinks, and great conversation with real psychotherapists and mental health professionals. The goal is to remove some of the stigma and mystery from the process of psychotherapy and rewrite the narrative on what mental health and therapy are really all about. Some of her other social and community based therapy projects include:  Sidewalk Talk DC Conversations Off The Couch   You can find Esther on Twitter | Instagram | Facebook   Website me:  www.htgawp.com   Email me:  htgawppodcast@gmail.com  Tweet me: @htgawp Rate and review me: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-get-away-with-parenting/id1084576130

We all agree that dealing with HOA's, property managers, and irate homeowners can take it's toll on anyone...that is why Tab and Z need some therapy and brought in a professional to help them! Esther Boykin is a licensed marriage and family therapist with Group Therapy Associates out of Haymarket, VA.  She is also an author and host of her own podcast "With That Being Said"   Show also features Bob Gourley of Ask Mister Condo who tackles a parking ticket fine dilemma...do you have the right to dispute it or do you just "Pass Go" and go "Straight to Jail"?! Find out more about Esther Boykin MFT at: www.grouptherapyassociates.com  You can also download and listen to her podcast at:  www.estherboykin.com   Don't forget to check out parking ticket guru Bob Gourley at www.askmistercondo.com  

Group Therapy Associates {GTA for short}!  We are a boutique style counseling and coaching agency for people who want to live happier and healthier lives. On the surface? We're you're typical therapy practice dedicated to good mental health and wellness and helping our clients have amazing relationships. But dig a little deeper and you'll find that we're different. We believe that our job is to do more than listen… we're here to give you a comfortable place to be heard and understood.  A place to find answers to the questions that  maybe you've been afraid to ask anywhere else. GTA is designed for people who are ready for change but aren't sure where to start — maybe you struggle to believe that anyone can truly understand your situation and provide solutions that don't just work but fit into your busy lifestyle.   I'm here to tell you that we can. If your looking for a safe place to let out your fears and frustrations and actually start to change your life for the better- then I think you'll find we're a perfect fit. By working with us, you will discover … : that change, no matter how big or small, is always easier when you have the right team in your corner; : and you're capable of creating the life and relationships you desire… all you need is a little help from some experts who really understand you and your goals.  

Join us as Esther Boykin shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Esther gives relationship advice on making date night work for your relationship. Esther Boykin is a licensed marriage and family therapist and relationship expert who is passionate about helping people build healthier and happier relationships. She believes that meaningful emotional connections start by knowing and loving yourself. She is co-founder of Group Therapy Associates, a mental health practice in Northern Virginia, and together with her business partner hosts a free monthly web series called Q & A with GTA where they answer viewer questions on life, love, and parenting. Esther is passionate about making mental health and personal growth accessible and offers couples and individuals a variety of ways to work with her to reach their goals including, traditional therapy, relationship classes and coaching services.

We know the it's important that married couples continue to carve out time to nurture their relationship. This week, marriage and family therapist, Esther Boykin, discusses her new book, 'The Date Deck.'