Being YOU!

This time I am discussing "negative" coping skills and some of the misconceptions people have about them. Despite being categorized as negative, they often help the person who's implementing them in one way or another. As always, I challenge people to consider different perceptions. Ultimately, my goal as a therapist, is to help clients find healthier and/or positive coping skills....

In my 16 years as a therapist, I have come to realize that people define things differently. I also believe that having an understanding of how we define things, AND sharing that with those people we have relationships with, is a key factor in building and maintaining healthy connections. I often challenge people to consider different ways of defining things and/or to incorporate different words a...

I've worked with children, adolescents, and families for 16 years. During that time, whenever I ask parents what they want for their children, there are some common responses. In this video, I point out ways in which I challenge parents to dive a bit deeper into their responses and the reasons behind their answers. #authenticity #itstimetobeyou #sphproductions #parenting #talktoyourkids #comm...

This comes from my friend and colleague, Jess Ortega. She's an amazing human being raising a 4-year-old boy. She had some great feedback on how to help HIM be his most authentic self and noted that, in big part, that comes from HER being her most authentic self. Thanks Jess! I appreciate you! #authenticity #itstimetobeyou #sphproductions #mom #raisingkids

This time I am talking about the various stages of change and what they entail. Keep in mind this is a general outline. Change will look different for everyone. That being said, if you are struggling with something, and/or have considered changing something, ask yourself what stage you might currently be in. Remember, it's ok to acknowledge you might have a problem area. AND...it's ok to...

Valentine's Day is a day to celebrate affection, gratitude, connection, and love...in all it's forms. Named after an executed priest (St. Valentine), rooted in a Pagan festival of purity and fertility, and later connected to romantic love by a poet from the Middle Ages, it has become much more commercialized in recent decades. Regardless of what it means to you, or how you celebrate it,...

In this video I talk about education. When we hear that word we often think of school and/or a "formal" education. But I talk a bit more about ways in which we can educate ourselves. I think it's important to acknowledge that each of us has the ability and the opportunity to do so. And there are SO many ways in which we can go about it...reading books, traveling, researching things,...

Today's topic is Black History Month. As a white man who grew up in rural middle America in the 80s and was educated through the public education system in the 80s and 90s...I can truly say, our education on Black History is tragically limited. I challenge you to further educate yourself on the overwhelming influence and impact of Black History on our country, our society, and our culture. It...

In this video, the first in my Words of Wisdom PopUps series, I hear from Miss Richfield 1981. She shares her thoughts on being her most authentic self. I felt her feedback was quite poignant...being authentic IS very specific to each individual. Miss Richfield, Thank you SOOOOOO much for taking the time to chat. It's always such a pleasure seeing you and it meant a lot to get to know a bit m...

In this video I touch on the importance of inclusion and representation and the impact their presence (or lack thereof) can have on a person. And I just so happen to use this year's Super Bowl to make my point. Think about how representation and inclusion (or a lack thereof) have impacted YOU! #authenticity #itstimetobeyou #sphproductions #love #family #hope #hardwork #freedom #community #sup...

This one is all about personal growth, self-improvement, self-care, and overall well-being. Taking care of yourself is important. You deserve it. Make yourself a priority. #authenticity #itstimetobeyou #sphproductions #selfcare #personalgrowth #wellbeing

This time I share a bit about myself as a therapist, some of my opinions on therapy, and the importance of choosing a therapist that works for you. #authenticity #itstimetobeyou #sphproductions #therapy #counseling #mentalhealth

In this video I talk about control and how to get in the habit of focusing on what you CAN control. #authenticity #itstimetobeyou #sphproductions #control

My thoughts and feedback about communication...with self AND others. How we talk about ourselves matters. Be aware of how you communicate. #authenticity #itstimetobeyou #sphproductions #communication #honesty

Some of my thoughts on body image and the challenges we face with our own bodies. #authenticity #itstimetobeyou #sphproductions #bodyimage #loveyourself #comparison

Some feedback on the importance of making yourself a priority. #authenticity #itstimetobeyou #sphproductions #priority

Looking back on 2025 and looking ahead to what I hope 2026 will be! Happy New Year everyone! Thank you for your support! #authenticity #itstimetobeyou #sphproductions #2026

Season 3 was our biggest season yet! We tried some new things, added more episodes, and had some really big guests! Check it out! #authenticity #itstimetobeyou #sphproductions

In this final episode of Season 3, I speak with Melba Moore...Tony Award-winning actress, Grammy-nominated singer, and recent author. We discussed her decades-long career as an actress on Broadway, television, and the big screen. She is also a celebrated singer with multiple Grammy nominations, has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and just recently released her memoir..."This Is It - Mar...

In this episode, I speak with Evan Rauen...Founder of Knightfall Wealth Management and collector of all things Batman. We discussed his career path and how he ended up in financial planning, the creation of Knightfall Wealth Management, the importance of connections and helping others, parenting a gifted child, and of course...his love of Batman! Evan also shared some very personal and poignant co...

In this episode, I speak with Jourdan Frost...an androgynous, non-binary, black artist who just released their new single "Can We Pretend". We had a light-hearted conversation about the new song, their musical career, and growing up in the south. We discussed their musical inspirations, their dream to have a Billboard hit, and enjoyed some great laughs. Overall, another enjoyable talk wi...

In this episode, we tried something new...a moderated roundtable discussion on authenticity! My diverse panel of guests...Jason Weng, Bo Richardson, Aaron Quintana, & Markie Lindemulder...expressed thoughts on the definition of authentic, shared personal stories about their own journey toward authenticity, and discussed changes they have seen with regard to acceptance, allyship, and awareness....

In this episode, I speak with Enmanuel Alexander...Denver's Tallest Guitar Player! He is a Jazz musician, plays SEVERAL instruments, and just released his debut album "Off The Cuff: Live at Meadowlark." We had a great conversation about his musical career, his desire to bring people/musicians together, and his continued efforts to expand his musical, instrumental, and vocal abilitie...

In this episode, I speak with Rayceen Pendarvis...Singer, Actor, Human Rights Activist, and LGBTQ+ Rights Advocate. We discuss being a lifelong resident of D.C., the importance of family, and their dedication to activism and advocacy for the rights of others. An amazing conversation with a beautiful soul and an astoundingly bright light! THANK YOU, Rayceen for a delightful conversation! This Seaso...

In this episode, I speak with Aurora Sexton...Actress, Model, Artist, Drag Icon, & Trans Rights Activist. We discuss her decades-long career, growing up in the Denver drag community, her experiences in Hollywood, and her ongoing activism for the transgender community. We had a great conversation, enjoyed a few laughs, and realize we share a connection from her past. She is a talented, beautifu...