Podcasts about therapists

Zach Brittle is a couples therapist certified in the Gottman Method and Relational Life Therapy, so naturally I put him in a room with Bert and me. We talk about why Bert needs so much approval, the very different ways we show love, what I actually need more of from Bert, and whether our weird little marriage system is working. Zach also explains the behaviors that can predict divorce, the 5-to-1 rule for healthy relationships, and why you don't have to wait until your marriage is in crisis to try couples therapy. Follow Zach Brittle https://zachbrittle.com/ https://www.instagram.com/marriagetherapyradio/?hl=en https://marriagetherapyradio.com/ Sponsor Quo - Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/WIFE. Our next book club is Ms. American Dream by Patricia Williams-Lee Amazon - https://amzn.to/4zIThzs Bookshop - https://bookshop.org/a/97615/9781668044216 Call (818) 949-8536 to leave a voicemail with a question for LeeAnn (and sometimes Bert) that might be answered in a future episode! Fully Loaded at Sea 2026 Tickets bertkreischercruise.com/presale Stream LUCKY on Netflix https://www.netflix.com/title/81713944 PERMISSION TO PARTY WORLD TOUR is on sale now: http://www.bertbertbert.com/tour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you ever feel like you're just… bad at marketing?You don't want to become an influencer. You don't want to post every day, chase an algorithm, manufacture hot takes, or turn every part of your life into content.And maybe that's not actually a problem.In this solo episode of Selling the Couch, Mel explores why conventional marketing advice can feel so uncomfortable for therapists, and why the very skills clinicians have spent years developing may actually be some of the most valuable content skills in an increasingly AI-generated world.Therapists are trained to listen deeply. To notice nuance. To build trust slowly. To center the other person. To sit with complexity instead of rushing toward a simple answer.Conventional online marketing often asks us to do nearly the opposite.So what if you stopped trying to market like an influencer and started creating content more like a therapist?In this episode:Why Mel has no desire to become a therapist or social media influencerWhy conventional marketing can feel especially uncomfortable for cliniciansThe difference between performing online and genuinely connectingWhy AI-generated content may make real human perspective even more valuableWhat therapists already understand about building trustWhy depth can matter more than content volumeHow podcasts can create familiarity and trust over timeWhy consistency doesn't have to mean posting every dayHow specificity helps people feel genuinely seenWhy your clinical training can become an advantage when creating contentThe belief that may actually be keeping therapists from sharing their ideasThree questions to ask yourself before creating your next piece of contentOne of the biggest ideas in this episode is simple:You're not trying to build an audience. You're building trust.And those require very different approaches.Instead of asking how you can create more content, Mel offers a different model.So if you've ever thought, “I'm just not good at marketing,” this episode may help you rethink what good marketing can actually look like for a therapist.--Ready to build income and impact beyond the therapy room?Haven is our small, intentional community for therapists who want to turn their expertise into work that can reach and serve more people — without simply adding more clients or more hours to their calendar.Whether that looks like writing, speaking, podcasting, YouTube, a course, or something else entirely, Haven gives you thoughtful frameworks, practical support, and a community of colleagues to help you build it in a way that feels sustainable for your life.Haven is open for enrollment - join us: sellingthecouch.com/haven

Fired! Raven's therapist fired him! Not really, but he is winding down his practice and leaving him.  But is Raven the problem? Is he the reason his therapist is over the industry?  Is running into an ex uncomfortable or no big deal? Anna has a story about running into a man that nearly ruined her life. Raven tends to let bygones be bygones, but Anna is holding this grudge until she dies.  Producer Sophia found a deceased mouse in her house. Disgusting! Even worse was where it was found! Let's hear those mouse-in-the-house stories!  Oh how times have changed! What did your parents do back in the day that would get them absolutely cancelled these days?  When was the last time you left a 1-star review? Were there any repercussions? A couple, owners of an ice cream shop, got arrested for attacking a reviewer.  Yikes. Raven is a big reviewer, and Anna is not. Are you?Couples Court:  Rachel and Sam took on Sam's sister's dog after she was evicted from her home. Now, their apartment building has sent a letter saying that if they plan on keeping the pet in their apartment, they need to pay an $800 annual fee. Rachel wants to give the dog back, tell his sister that they can't take the dog and to find another option. Sam says she's living in her car and this is a favor, they have to just pay it. Rachel never wanted a pet and says that this is how his sister is, irresponsible and constantly needing to get bailed out of trouble. It's not fair to them. What do you do? Cheryl has a chance to win $1500!  All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia in Can't Beat Raven!

Do you ever go to bed wondering if you did enough as a mom today?If you've ever second-guessed your parenting, compared yourself to other moms, or felt crushed by the pressure to get motherhood right, this conversation is for you.In this encouraging episode, Willow sits down with counselor and author Heather Harrison to unpack why so many mothers struggle with shame and self-doubt, and how we can begin to trust ourselves and trust God in the motherhood journey. Heather shares four essential types of trust every mom needs, practical ways to quiet the noise of comparison, and wisdom gathered from hundreds of mothers reflecting on what they wish they had done differently. This episode is a gentle reminder that your children don't need a perfect mom, they need you, present, imperfect, and deeply loved by God.In This Episode You'll Learn:Why so many moms struggle with shame and feelings of inadequacyThe impact of comparison and social media on motherhoodHeather's four types of trust and how they apply to parentingHow to distinguish thoughts from facts when self-doubt creeps inWhy self-care isn't selfishPractical ways to be present with your children, even in busy seasonsWisdom from older mothers on what they would do differentlyHow to parent with your long-term relationship with your children in mindWhether you're rocking a newborn, navigating the teen years, or simply longing for reassurance that you're not alone, this conversation will remind you that you were uniquely designed to be your child's mother, and that being present matters far more than being perfect.

How trauma therapists can apply polyvagal theory to recognize physiological cues, understand survival responses, and use co-regulation to support safety, connection, and re-embodiment. If psychotherapy is about reconnecting to a genuine expression of self, how do we support connection and embodiment in clients who've experienced complex trauma?  One noted clinician believes that polyvagal theory offers vital tools for this journey, provided therapists can hold space for vulnerability during the process of co-regulation. On this episode of Transforming Trauma, host Emily Ruth welcomes back Stephen Porges, Ph.D., the renowned behavioral neuroscientist, professor, and author who, in 1994, originated the polyvagal theory framework: a systems-level, pathway-specific model of autonomic regulation. This conversation explores:  Compassion in the context of the nervous system How physiological state drives behavior How to reinterpret trauma responses as supportive, evolutionary nervous system reactions, not maladaptive strategies The concept of neuroception (the body's automatic threat-detection process)  How co-regulation, emotional availability, and prosodic voice help clients feel safe Transforming Trauma is grateful to Stephen Porges for once again sharing his life's work with our community and supporting trauma patients on their journey back to somatic understanding of self.  To read the full show notes and discover more resources, visit https://complextraumatrainingcenter.com/transformingtrauma SPACE: SPACE is an Inner Development Program of Support and Self-Discovery for Therapists on the Personal, Interpersonal, and Transpersonal Levels offered by the Complex Trauma Training Center. This experiential learning program offers an immersive group experience designed to cultivate space for self-care, community support, and deepening vitality in our professional role as therapists. Learn more about how to join. *** The Complex Trauma Training Center: https://complextraumatrainingcenter.com View upcoming trainings: https://complextraumatrainingcenter.com/schedule/ Join us for this a transformative 2-day Intro to NARM® online workshop: https://bit.ly/narmintro *** The Complex Trauma Training Center (CTTC) is a professional organization providing clinical training, education, consultation, and mentorship for psychotherapists and mental health professionals working with individuals and communities impacted by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Complex Trauma (C-PTSD). CTTC provides NARM® Therapist and NARM® Master Therapist Training programs, as well as ongoing monthly groups in support of those learning NARM. CTTC offers a depth-oriented professional community for those seeking a supportive network of therapists focused on three levels of shared human experience: personal, interpersonal & transpersonal. The Transforming Trauma podcast embodies the spirit of CTTC – best described by its three keywords: depth, connection, and heart - and offers guidance to those interested in effective, transformational trauma-informed care. We want to connect with you! Facebook @complextraumatrainingcenter Instagram @cttc_training LinkedIn YouTube

In this episode, I'm sharing practical ways therapists can make room for political stress in the therapy room without allowing the session to become a debate. I also created a FREE quick-reference guide, Political Stress in Therapy: 10 Client-Centered Questions to Use in Session. It includes practical questions to help you move beyond the political headline and explore the emotions, values, boundaries, and next steps underneath a client's distress. Download it free here: lisa-mustard.aweb.page/free-political-stress-guide Politics can affect our clients' sense of safety, identity, belonging, relationships, and hope for the future. I talk about how to move from the headline to its deeper meaning; validate a client's emotional experience without endorsing every opinion; help clients regulate, set boundaries, and take values-aligned action; and notice our own reactions as therapists. I also address what to say when prospective clients ask where you stand politically and why it is okay for clients to decide they need a therapist who feels like the right fit for them. For additional support, I mention How to Navigate Politics in Session Without Taking Sides, which offers structured prompts and guidance for ethical, client-centered conversations. I also share my Political Stress Ebook Workbook: Coping Strategies for Therapists, a downloadable, client-facing ebook that therapists can customize and rebrand with their own information. Whether your clients are doomscrolling, fighting with family, feeling afraid about the future, or overwhelmed by the intensity of the news cycle, I hope this episode offers a grounded, practical way to respond. Need CE contact hours? Explore my NBCC-Approved Podcourses & CE Courses Try Berries for FREE! Get $50 off your first month with code THERAPYSHOW50  

Have you ever caught yourself bragging about how long something took you, as if the hours themselves were the accomplishment?In this episode, I'm breaking down how my seven figure team uses AI employees and custom agents to handle the first 70 to 80% of the work, so the humans on my team spend their time on strategy, relationships, and refinement instead of the blank page.You'll learn:What a task that eats your hours is saying about your systemsHow old programming ties your worth to effort and makes easy wins look suspiciousWhat the gender bias stats reveal about how women get judged for using AIHow my AI employees build sales pages and content in my brand voice before a human ever touches themWhat our two-week team efficiency audit changed about how we workHow to start delegating to AI for free or $20 a month, even as a brand new business ownerHow mom entrepreneurs can use this same leverage at home with calendars and schedulesWhy the outcome of the work counts more than the hours behind itIf you've been searching for business leverage in the AI era, and a way to work smarter in your online business, this episode is exactly what you need. To being heard and seen, Carly

Some doors close so that others can open: when Katie didn't get accepted into the original Master's Education in Counselling program she wanted, it was disappointing.  However, she ended up following another piece of her passion, and got her Master's in Teaching and Education. Then, once she had graduated, she pursued her second Master's in Counselling Psychology, achieving the degree she was initially looking for!    Today, Katie runs her fully booked private practice where she combines her passion for education and psychology into one. Join us today as we discuss how she opened her practice, strategically marketed it with networking to become full, and built community to support her goals. MEET KATIE Katie is a Registered Provisional Psychologist in Calgary with a "just do it" attitude. She launched her private practice in November 2025 and has a bustling practice focusing on ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, and perinatal care. She is also the co-host of the Happiness of the Commons Podcast. Learn more about Katie on her private practice website, Psychology Today, Instagram accounts, and podcast.  In this episode:  Why Katie decided to start a private practice  Registering as a Psychologist  Completing two Master's degrees: Teaching and Psychology  Marketing the practice Why Jane App makes private practice easier Why Katie decided to start a private practice  While Katie loved working at a group practice initially for her provisional hours, once she was qualified and certified, she wanted to open her own Canadian private practice.  Ultimately, for Katie, opening her own private practice meant two things: bringing more income home and having more freedom in her schedule.  Registering as a Psychologist  In Alberta, you can register as a psychologist with only a Master's degree: you go through a provisional period, which includes 1600 hours working under supervision with a registered psychologist.  Once Katie's hours are completed, she won't have to pay for supervision any longer. She also has her Master's in Education, so Katie explains that she'd like to teach.  Completing two Master's degrees: Teaching and Psychology Katie has always had a passion for psychology, so she completed her undergraduate degree in psychology. While studying, she worked in student affairs for some time, which included leadership, mentorship, and event planning, and it was something she really loved.  Initially, Katie applied to complete her Master's of Education in Counselling. Unfortunately, she wasn't accepted into that course, but she was accepted into a Master's of Education in Teaching and Learning because, at that time, she was working in higher education. However, later on she was accepted to complete her Master's in Counselling Psychology.  It was back-to-back Master's degrees, and Katie took six months off of school afterwards!  Marketing the practice Now, Katie's practice is full, and her biggest and most successful marketing strategy has been networking.  Katie puts a lot of effort into networking with therapists adjacent to her practice, because she knows that when the relationship is strong and solid, people trust and depend on each other, and can easily send referrals between practices. Why Jane App makes private practice easier  Katie lists plenty of the reasons why she enjoys using Jane App in her private practice and encourages listeners to do the same:  Clients can book sessions online directly, including a series of appointments a few weeks in advance  Clients can also book many sessions in advance and can cancel one if they need to at least 24 hours before the session is due to begin  Billing is incredibly easy  Taxes are easy to manage  All data is centralized in one spot  Katie's advice to listeners  Private practice is not impossible. There are challenges, but it can be done. Don't underestimate it, but you don't need to overestimate it either: with a good mentor or membership community, you can definitely open your own practice!  Connect with me: Instagram Website  Resources mentioned and useful links: Sandra Karlin: From Tech to Therapist in Private Practice | EP 201 Learn more about the tools and deals that I love and use for my Canadian private practice Sign up for my free e-course on How to Start an Online Canadian Private Practice Jane App (use code FEARLESS2MO for two months free) Get started with Hushmail here and get one month for free! Learn more about Katie on her collective practice website, private practice website, Psychology Today, Instagram account, and podcast Rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, and TuneIn

What does self-worth really look like when we stop trying to be perfectly secure? Dr. Ann Kelley talks with psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Marisa G. Franco about her new book, Worth: The New Science of Self-Esteem and Secure Attachment. Dr. Franco challenges the idea that healing means becoming perfectly “secure,” arguing instead for becoming “secure-ish”—learning to acknowledge insecurity, shame, vulnerability, and other difficult emotions without judging or rejecting those parts of ourselves. She explores the difference between self-esteem and true self-worth, why some people struggle to receive love or positive feedback, and how our deeply held stories about ourselves can shape the relationships and experiences we seek out. The conversation also navigates into the science of memory and memory reconsolidation, including how past experiences can continue to influence our emotions and reactions even when we don't consciously remember them. “Being a steward of self-worth for self and for others is about allowing people to make mistakes and be imperfect.” – Dr. Marisa G. Franco Time Stamps for Secure-ish: Rethinking Self-Worth & Attachment with Dr. Marisa G. Franco (312) 01:57 Why friendship matters more than we think 04:01 The problem with attachment styles as status symbols 08:00 Memory as the database of self-perception 13:58 The role of implicit and explicit memory 25:59 The role of body sensations in healing 31:59 Overcoming self-criticism and building resilience 36:07 The Science of Memory and Emotional Triggers 40:02 Addressing detachment and dissociation 47:57 Practical tools for lasting change 49:55 The Future of Self-Worth and Emotional Freedom About our Guest – Dr. Marisa G. Franco An enlightening psychologist, international speaker, and New York Times bestselling author, Dr. Marisa G Franco is known for digesting and communicating science in ways that resonate deeply enough with people to change their lives. She works as a professor at The University of Maryland and authored the New York Times bestseller Platonic: How The Science of Attachment Can Help You Make—and Keep—Friends and Worth: The New Science of Self-Esteem and Secure Attachment. She writes about friendship for Psychology Today and has been a featured connection expert for major publications like The New York Times, The Telegraph, and Vice. She speaks on belonging and self-worth at corporations, government agencies, non-profits, and universities. For tips on friendship, you can follow her on Instagram (DrMarisaGFranco), or go to her website, www.DrMarisaGFranco.com, where you can take a quiz to assess your strengths and weaknesses as a friend & reach out for speaking engagements. Dr. Marisa G. Franco professor, speaker, and author of Platonic and the forthcoming Worth: The New Science of Self-Esteem and Secure Attachment.   Resources for Secure-ish: Rethinking Self-Worth & Attachment with Dr. Marisa G. Franco (312) Worth: The New Science of Self-Esteem and Secure Attachment – Marisa’s book, get your copy! Dr. Franco’s LinkedIn – Profile @DrMarisaGFranco – Instagram profile Newsletter – Subscribe to receives yours Website – Information, speaking engagements and more Please support our sponsors – they keep our podcast free and accessible to all!  SimplePractice is an all-in-one EHR that is HIPPA compliant, HITRUST certified and built specifically for therapists. If you are ready to simplify the business side of your practice, now is a great time to try SimplePractice. Start with a 7-day free trial, then get 50% off your first three months. Just go to SimplePractice.com to claim the offer. Beyond Attachment Styles – Deepening Security in Yourself and Fostering More Secure Relationships Course available NOW! Everyone’s heard of attachment styles – but you likely don’t know how much the popular press gets wrong and what the science actually says about how to improve your relationships long term (including how we relate to ourselves).  This course is for anyone wanting to more deeply understand attachment (styles vs patterns), unconscious defense activation patterns, implicit scripts… and most importantly, what to do once you do get activated!  Online, Self-Paced, Asynchronous Learning with Quarterly Live Q&A’s! Earn 6 Continuing Education Credits – Available at Checkout. Ready to dive deeper into Secure Relating? Grab the book or explore the course, and use code BAS15 for a limited-time listener discount. Or read Marriott & Kelley’s critically-acclaimed book, Secure Relating: Holding Your Own in an Insecure World (HarperCollins,2023) for the most in-depth experience of learning about Secure Relating. Therapists love it, but it’s accessible to everyone.  If you aren’t interested in the background science, just start at Part 2 and we will be talking directly to you – it’s fun! Attention self-proclaimed Neuronerds!

As a parent, how are you intentionally — or unintentionally — shaping your children's relationship with money?In this co-hosted episode, Linzy and Diane cover a thoughtful topic requested right from the Money Skills community: parenting and money.Together, they swap stories about what they were taught about money growing up, the values and skills they strive to impart to their own kids around money, and how these conversations naturally evolve as relationships with money shift over time.They also dive into entrepreneurship and parenthood, exploring how the freedom and responsibility of business ownership has impacted them while raising kids across different seasons of life. This episode will encourage you to think about how you talk about money with your children, what you hope to instill in them, and the ways money serves as a powerful tool to provide for them, meet their needs, and help them thrive in whatever stage they're in.Timestamps:02:40 – Imparting values, skills, and evolving perspectives around money 07:10 – The importance of not burdening children with financial stress09:25 – Teaching kids about choice, agency, and allowance 15:30 – Entrepreneurship and parenthood: time freedom and personal responsibility25:20 – Abundant seasons in business and investing in kids' wellness and quality of lifeWant to feel more calm and confident about your money? Join one of Linzy's online workshops for private practice owners to shift your money mindset, transform your relationship with money, and gain practical tools and strategies to manage your business finances with greater clarity and ease. Explore upcoming workshops and sign up to save your spot or register to receive the replay.You can also join the private WhatsApp community to connect with other therapists, health practitioners, and listeners of Money Skills for Therapists: The Podcast. Submit your request to join the community today.Ready to stop feeling like an overworked, stressed and underpaid group practice owner and become the confident and empowered financial leader of your group practice? Register for our Fall 2026 cohort of Money Skills for Group Practice Owners.Are you a solo practice owner who wants to move from money confusion, worry, shame, and uncertainty — to confidence and peace? Join the Money Skills for Therapists waitlist to hear when enrollment opens for our January 2027 cohort.About Diane Webber:Diane Webber is a licensed professional counselor and certified financial social work counselor with a fully online private practice in Northeastern Pennsylvania. She's also a proud member of the Money Skills for Therapists coaching team.About Linzy Bonham:Linzy Bonham is a therapist turned money coach who helps private practice owners and health professionals feel calm, confident, and in control of their finances through her podcast, workshops, and comprehensive programs: Money Skills for Therapists and Money Skills for Group Practice Owners. You can learn more about Linzy here.Connect with Linzy:LinkedInInstagramFacebook

I recorded this from my car on the way to a networking event because I couldn't wait. It started as a rough morning with my middle son && turned into the most important realization I've had in a while. The habit that's making my life harder these days is a perspective problem. && I caught myself teaching my son something I clearly needed to hear myself.TOPICS WE EXPLOREA rough school morning && what my son was really scared ofThe seed metaphor I used with him && how it landedVulnerability begets vulnerability: how to actually get to the root with your kidWhat we focus on grows, for better && for worseI have to vs I get to && why the difference is everythingWhere I caught myself watering the wrong weedsHow victim mentality shows up without looking like victim mentalityWhat this has to do with the reclamation I'm in the middle ofTHE POINTWhat you focus on grows. && if you've accidentally been living in “I have to” instead of “I get to,” everything starts to feel like a weight you're dragging instead of a life you're building. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEEpisode 208: Shamelessly Reclaiming My EdgeEpisode 209: Shamelessly Practicing Ambition AgainMIXTAPE waitlist (MIXTAPE is open now through September 30th. Waitlist only.)Work with AshAre you loving it? Send Ash a text! MORE ABOUT ASHI'm Ash McDonald — the Entrepreneur's Therapist. Trained therapist, seasoned entrepreneur, mom of 3, && the person you call when your business coach doesn't get your brain && your therapist doesn't get your business.I built the thing I couldn't find anywhere else: whole-picture support that holds your strategy && your humanity in the same conversation at the same time. LINKS:Work with me 1:1 → Deep CutsFast-track your results → The Green RoomSolve one thing right now → Studio SessionsBurnout-proof your life && business → MixtapeGet your free podcast playlists → The SoundcheckWeekly emails that tell you what your business coach won't && your therapist can't → Subscribe to The BeatWebsite: ashmcdonaldmentoring.com

Who gets to call the shots in your private practice?Because whether you realize it or not, there are plenty of outside forces that would be happy to answer that question for you.

In the September 2026 month-in-review episode of Through a Therapist's Eyes, host Chris Gazdik and the panel reflect on three major topics previously covered on the show. They revisit their conversation on weed normalization (Ep. 370), breaking down common myths, physical risks like Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome, and whether public perception has moved faster than the science. Next, they re-examine the tragic Lindsay Clancy case (Ep. 371) to look back at the realities of postpartum psychosis, exploring how severe mental illness impacts accountability and where clinicians draw the line between crisis and legal responsibility. Finally, the team recaps their discussion on deportation anxiety (Ep. 372), reviewing practical ways families cope when living under chronic fear and how to stay grounded when a threat is real rather than imaginary. Tune in to see the September Month in Review.

WHEN SOMEONE INTRODUCES THEMSELVES INITIALLY MENTIONING THAT EVERYTHING THEY OWN IS COVERED IN PAINT, I HAD TO SMILE. I THOUGHT ‘HOW REFRESHING.' HEALING PROPERTIES OF ART, COMEDY, SELF WORTH AND VALUE, LONGING FOR A MOTHER'S LOVE, REGRETS AND HOPES, RELATIONSHIP WITH MONEY, SIGNIFICANCE OF LAUGHTER AND IMPROVISATION-THOSE ARE JUST A FEW OF THE TOPICS WE'LL BE SPEAKING ABOUT  THROUGHOUT THIS CONVERSATION. ANJL RODEE IS THE CREATOR, CEO AND FOUNDER OF “BRUSHCAPADES”-AN ONLINE CREATIVE STUDIO WITH VIRTUAL ART LESSONS IN ACRYLIC PAINTING, WATERCOLOR, SKETCHING AND CARICATURE DRAWING. RAISED BY A SINGLE MOM, ANJL NOW FINDS HERSELF IN THE MIDDLE OF AN EMOTIONAL STRUGGLE WHICH IS MORE COMPLICATED THAN EXPECTED. ANJL FIGURED OUT THAT SHE HAD TO LET GO OF THE HURT AND THE ANGER IN ORDER TO MOVE FORWARD IN HER LIFE AND HER CHILDREN'S LIVES AS WELL AS HER GRANDCHILDREN'S LIVES. MORE INFORMATION-LINKS FOR ANJL: https://www.brushcapades.com https://anjlrodee.com FACEBOOK: BRUSHCAPADES & ANJL RODEE,  INSTAGRAM: @ANJLKR & @BRUSHCAPADESSEATTLE   LINKEDIN: BRUSHCAPADES   "Should Have Listened To My Mother" is an ongoing conversation about mothers/female role models and the roles they play in our lives. Jackie's guests are open and honest and answer the question, are you who you are today because of, or in spite of, your mother and so much more. You'll be amazed at what the responses are.Gina Kunadian wrote this 5 Star review on Apple Podcast:SHLTMM TESTIMONIAL GINA KUNADIAN JUNE 18, 2024“A Heartfelt and Insightful Exploration of Maternal Love”Jackie Tantillo's “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast is a treasure and it's clear why it's a 2023 People's Choice Podcast Award Nominee. This show delves into the profound impact mother and maternal role models have on our lives through personal stories and reflections.Each episode offers a chance to learn how different individuals have been shaped by their mothers' actions and words. Jackie skillfully guides these conversations, revealing why guests with similar backgrounds have forged different paths.This podcast is a collection of timeless stories that highlight the powerful role of maternal figures in our society. Whether your mother influenced you positively or you thrived despite challenges, this show resonates deeply.I highly recommend “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast for its insightful, heartfelt and enriching content.Gina Kunadian"Should Have Listened To My Mother" would not be possible without the generosity, sincerity and insight from my guests. In 2018/2019, in getting ready to launch my podcast, so many were willing to give their time and share their personal stories of their relationship with their mother, for better or worse and what they learned from that maternal relationship. Some of my guests include Nationally and Internationally recognized authors, Journalists, Columbia University Professors, Health Practitioners, Scientists, Artists, Attorneys, Baritone Singer, Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist, Activists, Freighter Sea Captain, Film Production Manager, Professor of Writing Montclair State University, Attorney and family advocate @CUNY Law; NYC First Responder/NYC Firefighter, Child and Adult Special Needs Activist, Property Manager, Chefs, Self Help Advocates, therapists and so many more talented and insightful women and men.Jackie has worked in the broadcasting industry for over four decades. She has interviewed many fascinating people including musicians, celebrities, authors, activists, entrepreneurs, politicians and more.A big thank you goes to Ricky Soto, NYC based Graphic Designer, who created the logo for "Should Have Listened To My Mother".MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SHLTMM PODCAST:Link to website and show notes: https://shltmm.simplecast.com/ and https://www.jackietantillo.com/Or more demos of what's to come at https://soundcloud.com/jackie-tantillo Listen wherever you find podcasts: https://www.facebook.com/ShouldHaveListenedToMyMotherhttps://www.facebook.com/jackietantilloInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/shouldhavelistenedtomymother/https://www.instagram.com/jackietantillo7/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-tantillo/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@ShouldHaveListenedToMyMother

Can faith and therapy work in harmony? How should Christians decide when to consult a pastor versus a therapist? How has the popularization of "therapy speak" changed the way we talk about spiritual topics? Dr. Jeff Cook, director of psychology and mental health studies for George Fox's Accelerated Online Degree program, addresses these questions and more in a special episode recorded live at George Fox University's Welcome Weekend.Dr. Jeff Cook is a Licensed Professional Counselor.Dr. Brian Doak is an Old Testament scholar and professor.If you enjoy listening to the George Fox Talks podcast and would like to watch, too, check out our channel on YouTube! We also have a web page that features all of our podcasts, a sign-up for our weekly email update, and publications from the George Fox University community.

Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!She fired four counselors. Now ChatGPT is her therapist.Not every therapist is good, so fire the bad ones. But four times, and every time right at the moment the accountability turned toward her? That's not discernment. That's shopping for an answer until something finally gives you the one you wanted.And AI will always give it to you, because you're the one supplying the facts.Here's the part I can prove. When I push back on ChatGPT or Gemini, it reverses. Six to twelve minutes and it's arguing the opposite of where it started. Then I ask it why it told me the first thing, and it won't answer. It tells me I sound frustrated.

I was a trained marriage and family therapist when I got divorced. I understood attachment theory. I knew the language of relationships. And I still couldn't prevent my own divorce.For a long time, that felt embarrassing. But it taught me something I needed to understand about divorce healing: knowing what's happening in your mind is different from feeling safe enough to live differently.In this episode, Joy, Coach Tiffini, and I get personal about the gap between insight and change. We talk about the coping patterns we could recognize but kept repeating, why deeper healing felt frightening, and what helped us begin to trust ourselves and other people again.Tiffini shares what survival mode looked like for her as a newly divorced single mom—and why she feared that opening up her pain might make it harder to care for her daughter. Joy talks about knowing a habit wasn't helping while feeling like it was all she could manage in that moment. And I reflect on what my training couldn't teach me about moving through divorce in my own body and life.We also talk about holding a boundary after you've drawn it, receiving honest feedback from someone you trust, and finding people who can hear the parts of your story you've been afraid to say out loud.If you've done the therapy, read the books, and learned your attachment patterns but still find yourself asking, “Why am I doing this again?”—come listen. We're talking about what can help the work begin to land.In this episode:Why knowing your patterns doesn't automatically change themThe fear of falling apart if you begin deeper divorce healingHow survival mode can narrow the choices you feel able to makeWhat support, boundaries, and honest relationships changed for usWhy feeling safe enough to be seen matters when you're learning to trust yourselfWant a place to keep practicing? Join us in Cocoon to connect and ask questions. VIP members also get our Thursday healing episodes and a monthly workshop with Coach Tiffini. Find the links in the show notes.Support the showJoin Cocoon VIP - "The Room Where It Happens"For just $5 a month, you can access all thursday eps where we apply the concepts we cover on Tuesday. You will also be invited to attend monthly live workshops with Coach Tiffini and other exclusive content. Can't attend the live workshop? No problem! You'll get access to all the recordings plus handouts that help you DO the healing work you need!Real Conversations. Real Regulation. Real Relief.

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Have you ever done something that went against everything you believe about yourself? Maybe you think of yourself as an honest person, but you round up hours on your timesheet. Or maybe you say family is the most important thing in your life, but you spend the entire weekend working. Or maybe it's something bigger — something you still can't fully explain, even though it happened years ago. Most of us assume that when we act against our values, it's because we're weak. But there's evidence that shows even mentally strong people might sometimes lie, cheat or break their own rules. My guest is Dr. Glenn Hutchinson, a psychologist who has spent years studying why people's behavior isn't always in line with their values. Some of the things we discuss are: Why the explanations we come up with for our own behavior are often completely wrong (and the famous 1977 study that proved it) Why we judge other people more harshly than we judge ourselves for the exact same behavior Why willpower fails almost everyone eventually What the new GLP-1 medications reveal about how unconscious urges actually work Why happily married people can still be unfaithful and the ancient brain systems that operate independently of our values The dangerous "I've already blown it" thinking that turns one small slip into a full-blown spiral The story of the man who left an inpatient facility convinced he was a narcissist when he wasn't even close The chilling examples of how our conscious mind fails us Why insight and behavior change are two completely different things The two questions to ask about any bad habit The Therapist's Take: My top three strategies for getting your behavior in line with your values Related Episodes ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 132 — Understand Your Habits by Uncovering the Emotional Thread That Drives Your Behavior ⁠49 — 7 Boundary Mistakes That Damage Relationships Links & Resources ⁠⁠⁠Unfaithful Minds Connect with the Show Buy a copy of⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Amy on Instagram —⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@AmyMorinAuthor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign Up for My Newsletter —⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amymorinlcsw.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsors AG1 — Save 20% on your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at ⁠⁠⁠DrinkAG1.com/mentallystronger⁠⁠⁠. Lola Blankets — Head to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LolaBlankets.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code STRONGER to get 40% OFF your order. AirDoctor — Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AirDoctorPro.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and use promo code STRONGER to get UP TO $300 off today! One Skin — Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠oneskin.co/STRONGER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code stronger to get up to 30% off your first 3 subscription orders Quince — Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/stronger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns! Square — Get up to $200 off Square hardware at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠square.com/go/STRONGER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mentally Stronger Premium⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content like weekly bonus episodes, mental strength challenges, and office hours with me. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the way people respond to you is being shaped before you say a word? In this episode, Dr. Andrew Miles explores how heart rate variability (HRV), nervous system regulation, and emotional synchrony may influence trust, conflict, and connection. From couples caught in escalating arguments to people who naturally draw a group's attention, Andrew looks at how our bodies can affect the rhythm of an interaction. He discusses how stress and low HRV may shape the way we read facial expressions and tone, and how calm, breathing, and regulation can help people feel safer and more connected. In this episode, you'll hear about: - How heart rate synchrony can begin before a conversation - The role of emotional contagion in both conflict and connection - How HRV relates to social stress, loneliness, and nervous system regulation - Why some people seem to set the rhythm of a group - The connections Andrew draws between breath, posture, the vagus nerve, and HRV - His use of HRV sensors and EEG headsets in his Chinese medicine practice in Chengdu Andrew also shares traditional Chinese medicine and Taoist perspectives on resonance and the heart's capacity to rest. He closes with ways to observe HRV over time and discusses the customized support offered through his practice. For more about Botanical Biohacking and Andrew's work, visit botanicalbiohacking.com and chorusforlife.com. Want to know if we will be a good fit to work together? Schedule a 15 minute call: Here: https://scheduling.chorusforlife.com/dashboard     References: Cardiac physiological synchrony as a component of social behavior. Autonomic Neuroscience & Disorders, 2025. Mimicry, emotion contagion and HRV synchrony; stronger in close partners; heart-rate synchrony as a trust marker. Physiology & Behavior, 2024. Bidirectional HRV coupling in conversation. PMC, 2026. Therapist regulation transferring to clients; synchrony above chance. Family Process, 2026. HRV synchrony during marital conflict and daytime inflammation. Psychoneuroendocrinology, 2018. Loneliness and blunted HRV reactivity; loneliness induction and brain-heart interaction. Biological Psychology, 2024; Social Neuroscience, 2025. Resting HRV governed by the vagus. Biological Psychology, 2024. HRV in Spleen-qi deficiency as a differentiation biomarker. J Acupunct Meridian Stud, 2019; acupuncture vs. moxibustion on HRV in qi deficiency. Zhongguo Zhen Jiu, 2017. Breath-based HRV biofeedback for anxiety and depression, 2020-2025 evidence. European Psychiatry, 2026. Artwork: Sapho And Erinna by Simeon Solomon

Pastor and counselor Chris Legg returns to talk about something he sees in nearly every grad student who arrives for training at Aletheia Family Counseling Center: fear. After 25 years of training new therapists from seminaries, secular universities, and everything in between, Chris says most show up convinced a lawsuit is coming the moment anyone learns what they personally believe.We start with the phrase "check your values at the door," and Chris shows why it collapses under its own logic. He tells the story of a local university that stopped sending students to Aletheia after an intern wrote that she was glad she wasn't required to counsel same-sex couples, and what happened when he asked the professors whether a survivor of assault should be required to treat abusers.We also look at what the record actually shows about therapists getting in trouble for declining certain clients, why the process is so often the punishment, and why some talented clinicians are giving up their licenses to work as coaches. I explain why I kept my license but do my work as a coach.Then Chris speaks directly to grad students and interns: you matter to the therapeutic process, and you don't have to practice in constant fear. What does it look like to expose your faith without imposing it? And where can counselors with conservative or religious values find mentorship?Pastor Chris Legg, LPCs, and his wife Ginger have been living out the parable of God's love for His people since 1993 and have been blessed with five great kids. He is the Lead Pastor at South Spring Baptist Church in Tyler, TX (www.southspring.org) and is also the founding owner and clinical director of Alethia Family Counseling Center (www.alethiacounseling.com), which offers training, counseling, speaking and business consulting in several locations in Texas. He and his son, Mark, are the authors of the book Sex and Marriage, which is intended to restore to marriages the power God intended. Learn more about SSBC at www.southspring.org. More about Alethia at www.alethiacounseling.com.Contact Chris, read any of his articles, and look for other resources at his website at www.chrismlegg.com and at https://chrismlegg.substack.com/[00:00:00] Start[00:03:35] Why Grad Students Fear Their Own Values[00:08:08] University Cuts Ties Over Same-Sex Couples Policy[00:11:34] Competency, Referrals, and Therapist Boundaries[00:20:43] Do Therapists Really Lose Licenses Over Refusals[00:24:55] Board Complaints: The Process Is the Punishment[00:30:44] Aletheia's Bylaws: Therapy as Protected Speech[00:32:44] Why Therapists Trade Licenses for Coaching[00:42:12] Chris's Message to Anxious New Therapists[00:55:07] Imposing vs. Exposing Values in Therapy[00:59:53] How Conversion Therapy's Meaning Shifted[01:02:17] Advice for Therapists in Blue States[01:10:27] Cross-State Licensing Laws and PSYPACTROGD REPAIR Course + Community gives concerned parents instant access to over 120 lessons providing the psychological insights and communication tools you need to get through to your kid. Now featuring 24/7 personalized AI support implementing the tools with RepairBot! Use code SOMETHERAPIST2026 to take 50% off your first month.PODCOURSES: use code SOMETHERAPIST at LisaMustard.com/PodCoursesPRODUCTION: Looking for your own podcast producer? Visit PodsByNick.com and mention my podcast for 20% off your initial services.MUSIC: Thanks to Joey Pecoraro for our song, “Half Awake,” used with gratitude & permission. ALL OTHER LINKS HERE. To support this show, please leave a rating & review on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe, like, comment & share via my YouTube channel. Or recommend this to a friend!Learn more about Do No Harm.Take $200 off your EightSleep Pod Pro Cover with code SOMETHERAPIST at EightSleep.com.Take 20% off all superfood beverages with code SOMETHERAPIST at Organifi.Check out my shop for book recommendations + wellness products.Show notes & transcript provided with the help of SwellAI.Special thanks to Joey Pecoraro for our theme song, “Half Awake,” used with gratitude and permission.Watch NO WAY BACK: The Reality of Gender-Affirming Care (our medical ethics documentary, formerly known as Affirmation Generation). Stream the film or purchase a DVD. Use code SOMETHERAPIST to take 20% off your order. Follow us on X @2022affirmation or Instagram at @affirmationgeneration.Have a question for me? Looking to go deeper and discuss these ideas with other listeners? Join my Locals community! Members get to ask questions I will respond to in exclusive, members-only livestreams, post questions for upcoming guests to answer, plus other perks TBD. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

What happens when you have policies in your practice but don't actually follow them? I learned that lesson after ignoring my own first-time client prepayment policy and ending up in an empty treatment room with lost time and lost income. In Episode 311, I'm breaking down Standard 9 of the Fully Booked Therapist Standards: fully booked therapists have clearly defined and enforceable policies. I'll explain why policies matter before a cancellation or no-show happens, how consistency builds trust with clients, and what your cancellation system should include. We'll also talk about why policies should be created when you're calm and thinking clearly, how a simple decision tree can take emotion out of the moment, and why a practice that runs with ease isn't free from problems. It has systems that tell you what to do when those problems happen. Ready to Get Fully Booked? The Get Fully Booked Challenge is coming November 9th through the 13th, and we're spending five days working on how you run your hands-on business. I'll walk you through a clear path toward keeping your calendar booked, leading your clients with confidence, and making real money doing the work you love. If you're building a practice, close to starting one, or already booked and ready to build something stronger, this challenge is for you. Block off November 9th through the 13th on your calendar and make sure you're on my email list at https://themfrcoach.com/mailing-list  so you'll be the first to know when it's time to grab your seat.   **This podcast is not medical advice and is not a substitute for consultation with an appropriate medical professional. We make no representations as to any physical, emotional, or mental health benefits that may be derived from listening to our podcast. Likewise, we do not make any representations or guarantees as to any possible income, business growth, additional clients, or any other earnings or growth benefits that may be derived from our podcast. Any testimonials, examples, or other results presented are the experiences of one client. We do not represent or guarantee you will achieve the same or similar results. You understand and agree you are solely responsible for any decisions you make from the information provided.**   The Fully Booked Therapist Podcast includes affiliate links in its show notes. This means we may earn a commission if you click on or make purchases via the links in our show notes.

It's way too common for therapists to feel confused and frustrated with their model. Many counselors feel like their models work for some but feel hopeless with certain clients. Worst of all is when therapists feel like a "rent-a-friend" instead of a catalyst for change. I'm Dr. Jordan Harris, and I help therapists move from "lost" to "confident" by mastering the meta-skills of clinical excellence. My approach isn't about learning another model—it's about knowing when and how to use the tools you already have to create deeper, more transformative emotional encounters. In my trainings, we focus on four key pillars: Motivation: Working with (not against) client resistance. Persuasion: Engaging clients so they show up hopeful and ready. Experiencing: Moving past surface-level talk into deep emotional work. Body Language: Reading non-verbal cues for true clinical attunement.

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You've heard about how AI tools could help meet demand for mental-health treatment, as well as some of the risks involved. Several U.S. states have passed laws limiting what these chatbots are able to do, leading to some changes in the industry. Meanwhile, federal regulators are taking a look at the AI therapy space. Today, we're bringing Tech News Briefing listeners the third and final bonus episode from our What's News series “The AI Therapist.” Host Alex Ossola delves into the changing regulatory landscape and where AI mental-health tools could go from here. The AI Therapist: A WSJ Podcast Series Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

❄️ S.A.D.? You're Not Alone. 13 million American adults suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder. Therapist Amy Morin joined us to talk:-Recognizing S.A.D.-Can someone have S.A.D. without knowing it-Sun lamps can help -Communication hacks with coworker and spouse Amy Morin Website Amy Morin InstagramThe Mental Strength Playbook To subscribe to The Pete McMurray Show Podcast just click here

Family estrangement has become a hot topic, so on this episode we are joined again by therapist extraordinaire Michele Weiner-Davis. Michele's take on this tough subject combines 50 years of clinical expertise and her own family's painful experience with estrangement. This one is not to be missed. WE'VE MADE PLAYLISTS OF OUR EPISODES TO HELP YOU FIND RESOURCES ON SPECIFIC TOPICS. Here is our first: For those brand new to the podcast, we suggest starting with this playlist featuring Lynn Lyons and the 7-part anxiety disruptor series as well as a 3-part series on the skills most helpful in managing anxious kids: flexibility, problem solving, and autonomy. Consult our Spotify profile for the most up-to-date selection. We will select two listeners who complete our listener survey. We hope it is you! FOLLOW US Join the Facebook group to get news on the upcoming courses for parents, teens, and kids. Follow Flusterclux on Facebook and Instagram. Follow Lynn Lyons on Twitter and Youtube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When a student puts their head down, the question you ask next matters. Therapist and former high school teacher Charle Peck shares the one question to ask instead of "What's wrong with you?" and simple ways to support student mental health without becoming a therapist. Charle spent years teaching high school before becoming a clinical therapist, and she is the co-author of The Language of Behavior and Improving School Mental Health. On this Fab Idea Friday, she explains why your own well-being is part of the job, not one more thing on your to-do list, and why noticing is the first skill every teacher needs. She demonstrates a rapid reset, a 10- to 30-second activity that resets your energy and the whole room's. She also explains why she runs a reset with the whole class instead of singling out the one student who is struggling. And she shares a point every principal needs to hear: teachers won't refer a student unless they trust the referral system will help. In this episode, you'll learn: The one question to ask a struggling student: "What am I missing?" What a rapid reset is and how to use one with the whole class Why noticing your own patterns comes before helping students What to do when a student puts their head down Why a referral system teachers trust matters for student mental health Full show notes, resources, and the complete transcript: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e995 If this episode gave you an idea, share it with a teacher who could use it this week.

What happens when you already know there's no winning, and you keep going anyway?In this episode I sit down with Jonathan Todd Schwartz, a former Hollywood business manager who embezzled millions from a handful of clients, including Alanis Morissette, and is now an addiction therapist, to explore why we keep doing the very things that are destroying us.We talk about how six years of betting on sports every day turned into a hole he kept digging deeper, why he bet on every game on the board even though it was almost impossible to win, how the hope of one big windfall kept him chasing, and why he believed asking for help was a weakness.We also explore the childhood trauma he carried for 46 years without ever facing it, why he refuses to use that trauma as an excuse, what prison gave him that his old life never could, and why he now believes self-awareness has to come before you can change the way you talk to yourself.But underneath the headlines, this conversation is about something much more personal.Why we escape our emotions instead of feeling them. How presenting as Superman to the world can hide someone who feels like he's never enough. And what it actually takes to stop running and start owning your choices.Because the thing you're using to escape the hole is usually the thing digging it. And the way out starts with the courage to ask for help.Jonathan Todd Schwartz is a therapist specialising in addiction and trauma at Altus Rehab in Encino, California. A former CPA and partner at GSO Business Management, he was sentenced to six years in federal prison in 2017. He is now almost 10 years sober and uses his lived experience to help others get to the core of what drives their addictions.If you're struggling, please reach out:US: call or text 988Australia: Lifeline 13 11 14UK: Samaritans 116 123-00:00 Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction: Gambling Spiral Confession(00:20) Meet Jonathan Todd Schwartz(00:42) Stealing and Avoiding Help(02:34) How Gambling Escalates(04:47) Betting Every Game(06:13) Rock Bottom and Asking Help(07:16) Finding the Why Trauma(09:10) Empathy Over Judgment(11:55) Childhood Abandonment and Abuse(13:37) Healing Trauma With EMDR(16:03) Fight Flight Comfort Zone(18:36) Self Care Without Money(20:33) Vulnerability and Connection(24:03) Self Awareness and Emotions(28:50) Success and External Validation(30:41) Host Story and Ambition Trap(32:43) Authentic Change Within(33:19) Quality Circle Over Fame(35:03) Celebrity Validation Trap(36:08) CPA to Embezzlement Fallout(39:11) Making Amends and Asking Help(43:17) Recovery Nerd Mindset(44:00) Cocaine and Sobriety Choices(46:29) Suicide Prevention and Empathy(50:37) Money Lessons and Humility(53:37) Social Media as Addiction(56:33) Advice to Younger SelfJoin the Move Your Mind Community:go.nickbracks.com/mymcommunityConnect with Nick:Instagram: https://instagram.com/nickbracksWebsite: http://nickbracks.comEmail: contact@nickbracks.comConnect with Jonathan: https://www.instagram.com/therealjonathanschwartz/?hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 2: Making It WorkIn Part 1, Ken Urie and Ernie Schmidt talked about the mindset of stepping back. In Part 2, they get into the how: what it actually takes to hand over the day-to-day and trust someone else to run your practice.They dig into letting a leader make calls you wouldn't have made, why the businesses they built are structured so a single decision can't quietly sink the ship, and what they each looked for when choosing the person to replace them. Ken hired from within, Ernie hired from the outside, and both explain the trade-offs.They also get candid about selling versus staying, including why the private-equity payday a lot of owners imagine rarely pencils out the way they expect.Julie keeps the thread on the financial reality underneath it all: the stability and systems that let this work, and why trying it too early tends to go badly.If you missed Part 1, start there for the mindset. This one is the playbook.In this episode:How Ken and Ernie decide when to step in and when to let a leader run with itWhy they say delegating too early, before stability and systems, is where owners get burnedHiring from within vs. from the outside, and what each of them looked forSelling vs. staying, and why the EBITDA/private-equity math often disappointsWhat their week actually looks like now as owners who've stepped back

Get the free podcast episode companion guide here You know that feeling when you sit down to work in your private practice and your chest goes tight before you have even opened your laptop? That is what this episode digs into, and Brooklyn is talking about why you feel anxious working for yourself even when nothing outwardly stressful is happening. She walks through her own week of rearranging furniture, painting kitchen tiles, and falling hard for peel and stick wallpaper, then gets into the heart of it, the butterflies that show up the moment you open your business laptop and start bouncing between dozens of open tabs. If you have ever wondered why you cannot focus on your business the way you focused when you worked for somebody else, this episode has an answer worth sitting with. Brooklyn breaks down a five step process for working through procrastination in private practice, starting with noticing the anxious feeling, checking in with what you are saying yes and no to, identifying the story underneath the obstacle, doing the work to clear it, and getting yourself back on track. She talks through how imposter syndrome in private practice often traces back to a lack of direction rather than a lack of ability, and why avoidance in private practice marketing is rarely about not knowing how. This episode is also a good primer if you are weighing up business mentoring for therapists Australia wide, because Brooklyn shares how she works through this exact process with her own private practice clients. She closes out talking about the 90 day business sprint for therapists, starting the first week of October, a small group container capped at four women, running three weeks on and one week off with weekly group calls and a private community for support. You can read more and apply at https://brooklynstorme.com/group-programs, find everything else at www.brooklynstorme.com, and if you want more free resources you can hang out inside the Claude for Therapists community at https://www.skool.com/brooklyn. Keywords used: why do I feel anxious working for myself, how to stop procrastinating in private practice, private practice business mindset, how to focus when self-employed, imposter syndrome private practice, business mentoring for therapists Australia, why can't I focus on my business, avoidance in private practice marketing, how to overcome self-doubt in business, 90 day business sprint for therapists Mini FAQ: Q: Why do I feel anxious every time I sit down to work in my private practice? A: It usually is not about the work itself, it is because part of you does not know exactly what you are meant to be focusing on, and in that gap you start telling yourself a story about not knowing how or not being ready. Q: Is feeling scattered and jumping between tabs a sign of ADHD? A: You do not need to have ADHD to experience this, it happens to plenty of business owners regardless of how their brain works, it is just rarely talked about openly. Q: What is the first step to stop procrastinating on your business goals? A: Notice the feeling first, the tight chest or the butterflies, before you try to fix anything, because you cannot address a story you have not clocked yet. Q: How do you know if procrastination is really about not knowing how to do something? A: It almost never is, most of the time saying I don't know how is a way to calm your nervous system rather than an accurate account of what is going on. Q: What is the 90 Day Sprint and who is it for? A: It is a small group business mentoring container with Brooklyn and four other women, running for 90 days with weekly group calls, built for anyone who wants focused support on one goal before the end of the year.

It's back.  WIPL is back … but with a Nashville twist.  Described as one of the "most inspiring and empowering women's conferences in the legal space," Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) offers an opportunity for unprecedented exchange with women in-house and outside counsel.    This premier legal event, gathering 900+ senior female legal leaders for top-notch networking with peers and mentors, has relocated to Nashville, Tennessee this year.  And there was no way Legal Speak wouldn't make it's way there ... bringing you all the best interviews with speakers and moderators from the amazing panels.  In this episode, Host Cedra Mayfield sat down with Lauren Tetenbaum, Therapist, Author & Senior Coach at Phoebe's Life & Work Coaching Program.    Host: Cedra Mayfield  Guest: Lauren Tetenbaum Producer: Charles Garnar  Be sure to look for all the episodes from this year's WIPL conference on Law.com, Apple and Spotify. 

Finding a therapist shouldn't feel like a second job. But for millions of Americans, it does. Sandeep Acharya saw the broken system and built Octave Health to fix it. Here are three takeaway's from our Coffee with Jon conversation: 1. Solve the friction first. Therapists couldn't take insurance easily. Patients couldn't find who was available. Sandeep didn't pick one problem — he solved both. Remove the friction and people show up. 2. Simple is hard. Do it anyway. It took five years of data and testing to make their platform truly simple. Most businesses give up and add complexity. The best ones grind until it's easy. 3. Pain is a compass. A friend's tragedy — unable to find a therapist when he needed one most, is what launched his company.   --- Prior to co-founding Octave, Sandeep Acharya led strategy at One Medical for 5 years. In this role, he was responsible for launching & scaling several new services and oversaw the growth of its employer business to over 1,000 companies, while being a member of a senior leadership team that expanded the company to over sixty clinics in eight cities. Before One Medical, he spent his career as an investor, operator and consultant in the healthcare, retail, and technology sectors at Bain & Co, Bain Capital & Insight Venture Partners. Sandeep holds degrees in computer science & business from Wharton and Harvard Business School, where he was a Baker Scholar. Though Sandeep has fled the East Coast for California, he remains an avid (if suffering) New York Giants fan." Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big! Connect with Sandeep Acharya: Website: https://www.findoctave.com    *E - explicit language may be used in this podcast.

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Are they really refusing—or are we expecting their brain to do something it can't reliably access in that moment? Executive functioning differences can look like laziness, carelessness, defiance, lack of motivation, "not listening," forgotten homework, unfinished assignments, meltdowns, or complete shutdown after school. But those "behaviors" may be telling us a very different story. In this episode, you'll learn: Why "try harder" often misses the real problem How working memory affects classroom performance Why multi-step verbal instructions can fall apart Why kids may complete assignments but never turn them in Why some neurodivergent kids are completely depleted after school How visual directions, checklists, chunking, routines, and external supports can help Why accommodations are about access—not special treatment Helpful ways to think about support in IEP and 504 meetings The goal isn't to make neurodivergent kids try harder. It's to give their brain what it needs.

Explore my 30+ NBCC-approved Podcourses: https://lisamustard.com/podcourses Get 50% off your first Podcourse here! Explore my other NBCC CE offerings: https://lisamustard.com/cecourses/ Try Berries AI and save $50 off your first month with code THERAPYSHOW50. Learn about Berries Annual Plan + FREE continuing education. Learn about my coaching services for spouses and families of white collar criminals When white-collar crime enters a family, the emotional fallout extends far beyond the person facing criminal charges. But are therapists prepared to support the spouses, children, and loved ones caught in the crisis? In this episode, I'm drawing on my experience as a licensed marriage and family therapist and my personal story as the daughter of someone convicted of a white-collar crime to explore what mental health professionals need to know about working with these families. I'll discuss the impact of betrayal, grief, shame, and stigma, along with practical clinical considerations for assessment, trauma-informed care, supporting children, and navigating ethical boundaries. I'll also share examples of what therapists should avoid saying and how to support clients without imposing personal judgments about forgiveness, reconciliation, or divorce. My goal is to help therapists recognize the people behind the headlines and provide thoughtful, compassionate care to families navigating a white-collar legal crisis. Want to learn more? Listen to my other podcast, White Collar Crime: The Other Sentence, where I explore the emotional and relational challenges facing spouses and loved ones. Learn about my coaching: Work With Me The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for educational and informational purposes only and does not replace therapy, consultation, supervision, legal advice, or ethical decision-making. This episode DOES NOT qualify for continuing education.

Being a Location Independent Therapist can look completely different than you planned, and that's exactly what Tara Wells is proving in this fan favorite conversation we're replaying today. In this episode of The Traveling Therapist Podcast, I catch up with returning guest Tara Wells right after a trip through India, Vietnam, and Thailand that left her with a completely different answer than she started with.Tara comes back with a new contender for her favorite place on earth, and a plan she's no longer sure she wants. She's also building something new to help her get to wherever she lands next. If you've been holding onto a plan that doesn't feel right anymore, this one is for you.In This Episode, We Explore…Why Bangkok unexpectedly tied Mexico City as Tara's favorite place in the world.What shifted for her after backpacking through India, Vietnam, and Thailand.Her process for pursuing dual Canadian citizenship through her adoptive father.Why she's stepping back from one-to-one clinical work to focus on speaking engagements.The Unpacked Mastermind, the new business community she just launched for mental health professionals.Connect with Tara:Finish Line Mindset: https://www.finishlinemindset.com/The Unpacked Mastermind: https://www.theunpackedmastermind.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/finishlinemindset/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@finishlinemindsetAre you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected! ➡️ JOIN NOW: www.portablepracticemethod.com/Connect with me:www.instagram.com/thetravelingtherapist_kymwww.facebook.com/groups/onlineandtraveling/www.thetravelingtherapist.comThe Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by:Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapistsAlma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians www.helloalma.com/kym

You've followed the strategy to the letter and still didn't get the result you wanted, and this episode is about why that happens. I start with something unexpected that happened to me this week, a volunteer shift in a local bookstore that looked nothing like the version of "working in a bookstore" I'd been picturing for the last twenty years, and use it to talk about staying open to unexpected opportunities in business even when they don't match the picture in your head. Pinching yourself off from something just because it looks different can cost you more than you realise. Then I get into why business goals need a clear purpose behind them, not just a number, and how mindset vs strategy in private practice plays out with the women I mentor, including one who turned over nearly $200,000 in her first 12 months because her goal had a reason strong enough to keep her going when it got hard. I walk you through how to set goals for your private practice, why tracking KPIs in private practice is non-negotiable if you want to hit them, why self-accountability in private practice is on you and no one else, and why private practice goals Australia-wide get derailed by the same handful of mindset blocks, whatever your specialty. If you've ever wondered how long it takes to build a profitable private practice, I share the Australian Bureau of Statistics figure that might change how you're measuring your own progress. This one's for anyone thinking about how to grow a private practice in Australia and wondering why the goal alone isn't enough. Mentioned in this episode: my Claude for Therapists community (https://www.skool.com/brooklyn/about) and the 90 Day Sprint (https://brooklynstorme.com/group-programs), with three places left this round. Keywords used: staying open to unexpected opportunities in business, why business goals need a clear purpose, mindset vs strategy in private practice, how to set goals for your private practice, tracking KPIs in private practice, self-accountability in private practice, private practice goals Australia, how long does it take to build a profitable private practice, how to grow a private practice in Australia, private practice business mentor Australia Mini FAQ: Q: How long does it take for a private practice to become profitable? A: The Australian Bureau of Statistics puts it at 24 to 36 months, so if you're three months into a 90-day sprint wondering why your diary isn't full, that's not a fair way to measure your progress. Q: Why do private practice owners resist setting a goal? A: Usually it comes down to fear of success, fear of failure, imposter syndrome, or not having found a planning system that works with how your brain operates. Q: What makes a business goal work? A: A reason behind it strong enough to keep you motivated when things get hard, not just a number that sounds good on paper. Q: Should I say yes to opportunities outside my usual niche? A: I say yes within reason. I once said yes to webinars for chiropractors and optometrists that led to more clients, income and standing than I expected from staying in my own lane. Q: Is it strategy or mindset that gets private practice owners results? A: Mindset, most of the time. I can give the same strategy to ten different people and get ten different results depending on what's going on in their head and their heart.

She can't open up to you — and it's not because she's broken. I sat across from a woman who rebuilt trust with her own body after rape, domestic violence and years of chronic pain — and what she taught me about safety changed how I coach men. In this episode, Sarah Carter reveals why male reactivity and shame shut women down sexually, why disconnection from your body kills attunement, and what true embodied presence actually feels like. If she goes quiet, pulls away, or says 'it's fine' — this is why. Watch to the end for the shift that creates real sexual safety.   Sara Carter is a Dance Artist, Embodiment Coach, Therapist and Mother who supports people in reconnecting with the wisdom of their bodies- beyond intellectual understanding into direct lived experience, through movement, meditation, creativity, and somatic inquiry. Her work weaves together embodiment practices, self awareness, creative exploration, and relational intimacy to help individuals cultivate greater authenticity, presence, well being and self-trust. Sara works with artists, performers, creatives, and purpose-driven individuals seeking deeper connection to themselves, their expression, and their lives.   Sara is especially passionate about empowering woman through her transformative offerings, to move from surviving to thriving, to living with embodied confidence and self care. She helps women struggling with midlife changes, such as menopause, as well as those on a path of healing and reclamation. Her own transformational success story of surviving the impact of sexual and domestic violence and now living a life she loves, has left her passionate about inspiring others to do so themselves. Dance and somatic movement has always been her medicine, grounding her work in the trust that the body holds a profound intelligence and all we need is already within us.   Sara's intention is simple: to help people come home to themselves so they can create, lead, relate, and live from a place that feels deeply aligned, intimately connected and fully alive.   Key Topics: ⭐ Trauma Recovery, Sexual Healing & Reclaiming Intimacy ⭐ Embodiment, Somatic Awareness & Mind-Body Connection ⭐ Vulnerability, Emotional Honesty & Authentic Expression ⭐ Shame, Self-Worth & Relationship Triggers ⭐ Communication, Consent & Conscious Intimacy ⭐ Trust, Safety & Secure Relationship Building ⭐ Self-Awareness, Personal Responsibility & Pattern Breaking ⭐ Self-Trust, Inner Authority & Living in Alignment   Connect With David - The Authentic Man: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theauthenticman_/  Website: https://www.theauthenticman.net/  For Coaching: hello@theauthenticman.net  Newsletter: https://www.theauthenticman.net/home-subscribe    Connect With Sara Carter:  Sara Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sara_carter_embodiment_coach Sara Website: sara-carter.com  

Why do certain situations, thoughts, sensations, or memories trigger such a strong reaction, even when you know you're safe or that things are OK.In this episode I (Carly Ann) explore the psychology behind these powerful reactions that I know you're motivated to changeKnowing this can support you to break the cycle and makes positive changesIf you've ever wondered:• Why do I react so strongly to certain things?• Why does my body go into panic or anxiety mode so quickly?• Why am I triggered by something I know isn't actually dangerous?• Why does my brain keep connecting certain situations with fear?• Why can't I simply “think” my way out of the reaction?This episode is for youJoin Break The Cycle ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Use coupon code BREAKTHECYCLE-OCT for 50% off⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Carly Ann⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Instagram⁠⁠⁠

Originally aired July 15, 2025 In this powerful and deeply human episode, Lisa is joined by two internationally recognized leaders in the field of complex trauma and dissociation—Ana Gómez and Jill Hosey—for a heartfelt conversation about their monumental new release: The Handbook of Complex Trauma and Dissociation in Children. More than just a book discussion, this episode offers a reverence-based reframe of dissociation—not as pathology, but as a brilliant, adaptive survival strategy used by children navigating overwhelming experiences. Ana and Jill share their personal insights from editing this groundbreaking 900+ page volume, which weaves together theory, research, clinical case work, and embodied practices from over 60 contributors. Together, they explore the profound responsibility therapists carry—not only to understand dissociation in their clients but to honor how it arises in their own inner worlds. You'll hear candid reflections on what it means to be a regulated presence in the therapy room, how fear of dissociation may show up in clinicians, and how co-regulation becomes the foundation for relational healing. Whether you're just beginning to explore the topic of dissociation or are a seasoned trauma therapist, this episode invites you to shift from fear to curiosity—from fragmentation to integration.

Welcome my very special guest, Therapist, Author & Relationship Coach Pamela Shakir, LCSW. Skilled in the areas of relationships, life, and living, Pamela joins me for a powerful conversation, "Love Shouldn't Cost You Yourself"red flags, healing, trust, and healthy relationships. Follow Pamela: @PamelaShakirLCSW | PamelaShakirLCSW.com Connect with me: VickiLynneKemp.com Thank you! 

As a therapist, you're a helper and healer by nature, but do you see yourself as a leader in your clinical work or in your solo or group practice?In this episode, Linzy is joined by Steph Davis and Cecilia Mannella for a conversation about leadership in therapy.Together, they discuss what leadership looks like at the clinical level, as a business owner, and as the boss who is leading a team, and they explore why therapists often struggle to utilize their leadership skills and own their role as a leader.Steph and Cecilia dive into their experiences with leadership in therapy and group practice, sharing their insights and what lights them up about the work they're doing.They also give a sneak peek into their upcoming virtual summit for therapy practice owners who are serious about the business and leadership of their practice. You can learn more about the Together in Practice Summit and register here.Whether you're running a solo practice or group practice, or working in a group practice or even in a hospital, this episode will encourage you to think about how you're showing up as a leader in this space, how it feels for you, and how you can step into and own your leadership role as a clinician or a business owner.Timestamps:09:24 - The intersection of business and therapeutic work15:52 - How leadership creates a container for trust24:29 - Culture building as the leader of your practice29:44 - Stepping outside of the box and thinking like an entrepreneur39:30 - Together in Practice SummitMentioned in this Episode: Together in Practice Summit: A Leadership Summit for TherapistsRegister today to reserve your seat at the two-day virtual summit on Saturday, October 17 and Saturday, October 24, 2026.Want to feel more calm and confident about your money? Join one of Linzy's online workshops for private practice owners to shift your money mindset, transform your relationship with money, and gain practical tools and strategies to manage your business finances with greater clarity and ease. Explore upcoming workshops and sign up to save your spot or register to receive the replay.You can also join the private WhatsApp community to connect with other therapists, health practitioners, and listeners of Money Skills for Therapists: The Podcast. Submit your request to join the community today.Ready to stop feeling like an overworked, stressed and underpaid group practice owner and become the confident and empowered financial leader of your group practice? Register for our Fall 2026 cohort of Money Skills for Group Practice Owners.Are you a solo practice owner who wants to move from money confusion, worry, shame, and uncertainty — to confidence and peace? Join the Money Skills for Therapists waitlist to hear when enrollment opens for our January 2027 cohort.About Steph Davis:Steph Davis is the co-founder of Shoreline Counselling, co-host of A Not So Private Practice podcast, a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Approved Clinical Supervisor (BCACC), and a Professional Certified Coach (ICF). She leads a team of 25 clinician at Shoreline Counselling and coaches practice owners on the part of leadership that nobody really prepares you for: the people.Connect with Steph:LinkedInAbout Cecilia Mannella:Cecilia Mannella is a clinical social worker and registered clinical counsellor in Abbotsford, BC, who spent 17 years building Eterna Counselling & Wellness into a seven-figure group practice. Through Sustainable Practice CEO™, she now works with therapy practice owners on the practitioner-to-CEO shift — treating clinical training as business strategy rather than something you set down at the office door. She hosts Purpose & Profit: The Sustainable Therapy Practice Podcast.Connect with Cecilia:LinkedInAbout Linzy Bonham:Linzy Bonham is a therapist turned money coach who helps private practice owners and health professionals feel calm, confident, and in control of their finances through her podcast, workshops, and comprehensive programs: Money Skills for Therapists and Money Skills for Group Practice Owners. You can learn more about Linzy here.Connect with Linzy:LinkedInInstagramFacebook

This is a follow-up to my last (Episode 208), so make sure you listen to that first if you haven't already. Last week I announced the 90-day challenge to reclaim my edge && this week I'm getting specific: here are the actual rules, the micro-commitments, && what you're going to see from me starting October 1st. TOPICS WE EXPLOREWhy I can't decide if I'm done with entrepreneurship while only half participating in itThe difference between a vague intention && an observable behaviorShowing up on social media every single day for 90 days && whyPracticing discomfort as a deliberate strategyProtecting my attention && what that looks like in practicePrioritizing income-producing activities for the first time in a long timeWhy I'm collecting data, not trying to be perfectThe thing I wish someone had grabbed me by the shoulders && told me years agoThis isn't about finding the old version of me. It's about reigniting a new one.THE POINTI can't accurately decide whether I'm done with entrepreneurship while I'm only half participating in it. So I'm going all in for 90 days to find out. The answer lives in the evidence, not the thinking.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEEpisode 208: Shamelessly Reclaiming My EdgeMIXTAPE waitlist (opens September 21st, waitlist only)Work with AshAre you loving it? Send Ash a text! MORE ABOUT ASHI'm Ash McDonald — the Entrepreneur's Therapist. Trained therapist, seasoned entrepreneur, mom of 3, && the person you call when your business coach doesn't get your brain && your therapist doesn't get your business.I built the thing I couldn't find anywhere else: whole-picture support that holds your strategy && your humanity in the same conversation at the same time. LINKS:Work with me 1:1 → Deep CutsFast-track your results → The Green RoomSolve one thing right now → Studio SessionsBurnout-proof your life && business → MixtapeGet your free podcast playlists → The SoundcheckWeekly emails that tell you what your business coach won't && your therapist can't → Subscribe to The BeatWebsite: ashmcdonaldmentoring.com

Have you ever wondered why you attract the same type of person over and over or wondered why you keep ending up in the same situation? You might tell yourself you never want to change but end up right back in a similar situation again. My guest today says there's a reason for that. Every one of us has what she calls a psychological Achilles heel — a tender spot formed early in life around a belief like I'm not lovable or I'm not good enough — and it lies dormant until something or someone presses on it. And we're often unconsciously drawn to the people who press on it, because part of us is trying to go back and finally get it right. My guest is Dr. Gillian O'Shea Brown, a psychotherapist and complex trauma specialist who authored the textbook Healing Complex PTSD, used at NYU graduate schools. Some of the things we discuss are: What a psychological Achilles heel is and why it lies dormant until the wrong person or situation presses on it Why we unconsciously seek out the people who reopen our oldest wounds Why your brain will pick familiar chaos over unpredictable peace and how that shows up in dating Why the butterflies you feel around certain people were never really about attraction The I AM inventory that reveals who you actually become around specific people What your body is trying to tell you about the people you spend time with The Erotic Emotional Map for tracing your relationship patterns back to their earliest source Why "pruning" your relationships is only half the work and what to do with the empty space that scares most people back into old patterns How to have the "updated conversations" most married couples never actually have The Therapist's Take: My top three strategies for breaking the patterns that keep repeating in your life Related Episodes ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 249 — The Hidden Link Between Childhood Trauma and Chronic Health Issues with Dr. Aimie Apigian 302 — Why You Choose Familiar Pain Over Unfamiliar Peace (and How to Break Free From Those Patterns) Links & Resources ⁠⁠Psyche's Awakening Get Your Pre-Order Bonus Connect with the Show Buy a copy of⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Amy on Instagram —⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@AmyMorinAuthor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign Up for My Newsletter —⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amymorinlcsw.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsors AG1 — Save 20% on your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at ⁠⁠DrinkAG1.com/mentallystronger⁠⁠. Lola Blankets — Head to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LolaBlankets.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code STRONGER to get 40% OFF your order. AirDoctor — Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AirDoctorPro.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and use promo code STRONGER to get UP TO $300 off today! One Skin — Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠oneskin.co/STRONGER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code stronger to get up to 30% off your first 3 subscription orders Quince — Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/stronger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns! Square — Get up to $200 off Square hardware at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠square.com/go/STRONGER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mentally Stronger Premium⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content like weekly bonus episodes, mental strength challenges, and office hours with me. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailBusiness taglines featuring phrases like “AI” and “AI powered” are everywhere, as are stories about AI errors, its harmful impact on education, its bad counsel, and the natural resources it consumes. This is why I was excited to talk to Sol Kennedy. The app Sol founded, BestInterest, uses AI to improve communication between co-parents in ways that benefit their children and their own mental health. I am not alone in thinking that BestInterest in amazing. Therapists, mediators, family law attorneys, and judges are recommending it to their clients. Sol and I discuss what BestInterest does and how AI helps make it happen. More information about Sol and the BestInterest app is at talkingaboutkids.com.

Tell Us A Secret: DNA test revealed that her daughter's biological father isn't her husband "Everything will be okay" isn't always what someone needs to hear. Kier Gaines breaks down the difference between genuine support and toxic positivity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the biggest thing holding you back is something you can't even see? Licensed therapist Kier Gaines explains the concept of the "blind self" and why honest feedback from people you trust can reveal important things about yourself.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.