Podcasts about group therapy associates

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)

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

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

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.

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

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

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

Why did you start your business? Was it because you were tired of trading hours for dollars or because you wanted more flexibility in your life to do the things that light you up from the inside out? But what happens when you think you've reached success in business only to feel sad and depressed? In this episode, I share my story of what I have been going through personally while at the height of my business success. This episode is for you if you want to learn: What the 3 F trifecta is in your business, why you want it, and how you can have them all The foundational step you must take to get the freedom and flexibility you desire The unconventional thing you need to do TODAY if you want to take your business to the next level How I had the most successful quarter of my business to-date and the unintended consequences it had (and how you can avoid them) Two surprising steps that changed almost everything in my life for the better (and I would have never thought of these on my own) The way you REALLY get control of your time AND income How to work less and still generate the revenue you want The truth about what happened when I obtained the coveted “freedom lifestyle” and why it almost sabotaged my business and life Why my quest to find a personal hobby was the WRONG thing to do and what I did instead that has increased enjoyment and fun in my life and so much more!   She's All-in Segment:  Esther Boykin Marriage and Family Therapist Founder, Therapy's Not a Dirty Word Her company: Group Therapy Associates  Www.Grouptherapyassociates.Com www.TherapyIsNotaDirtyWord.com Instagram/Twitter/Facebook - @estherbmft   My Talkspace affiliate link for $250 off your first month: https://www.talkspace.com/invite/1632455?p=1 Creating Money: Attracting Abundance (Earth Life Series Book 5) 2020 ONE-YEAR POWERSHEETS INTENTIONAL GOAL PLANNER Episode 27: You Can't Always Get What You Want: Comedian Ethan T. Berlin on How to Overcome Rejection (and Use it to Experience Big Success) Episode 25: Client Success Story: How Publicist Katie Riess Helps Entrepreneurs Grow Their Business While Scaling Her Own Episode 22: Everything I DIDN'T Do to Hit $20K Months in My Business (and What I Did Instead) Episode 1: How I Turned a Breakup Into a Six-Figure Business Schedule a complimentary 30 minute clarity call with me: https://RitaMadeMeDoit.as.me/claritycall 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 

Episode 2: Can we really do it all? In this episode, MProper Mimi is joined by Esther Boykins, LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) from Group Therapy Associates and #Therapyisnotadirtyword. We talk about mental health in the black community and the stigma that is often associated with it. Why are people hesitant to seek out therapy the way we seek out a specialist doctor for our body?  We also talk about about the pitfalls of being labeled as a strong black woman and the pressures that comes with that, including dating! For more information about the events Esther mentions in this episode check out http://www.grouptherapyassociates.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mpropermimi/support

Episode 2: Can we really do it all? In this episode, MProper Mimi is joined by Esther Boykins, LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) from Group Therapy Associates and #Therapyisnotadirtyword. We talk about mental health in the black community and the stigma that is often associated with it. Why are people hesitant to seek out therapy the way we seek out a specialist doctor for our body?  We also talk about about the pitfalls of being labeled as a strong black woman and the pressures that comes with that, including dating! For more information about the events Esther mentions in this episode check out http://www.grouptherapyassociates.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mpropermimi/support

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.

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

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.