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This week's episode is very special to us! Not only did we get to record the episode in THE FLESH, we also got to talk about why we created Brilliant Minds Wellness....well SPOILER...we were FIRED! LOL. But really, this allowed us to really get into a good topic that we could talk about forever which is red flags in group practices and how to navigate the career part of being a therapist. Comment...

We really hit the motherhood of chaos, per usual in this episode. We talk about childhood memories surrounding food and how we have so many of them! We also bond over beets, and discover Andrea doesn't have a stripper name. Come along with us for QUITE the ride. Comment and subscribe for more. Come along with us for more episodes soon! We hope you're enjoying the pod so far so please like, follow...

This week discuss the concept of therapy look-alikes! What do we mean? We mean things that act like therapy but aren't. Some of which are GOOD! and some of which might not be that great. We discuss the limitations and misconceptions surrounding these alternatives and emphasize the importance of seeking professional therapy. Comment and subscribe for more. Come along with us for more episodes soon!...

These rabbit trails are continuing to be unhinged and so much fun! We love bringing up topics we might not normally talk about as therapist and allow y'all into our lives. I think all you need to know are the take aways below. Takeaways Sentimental attachment to wedding rings Anxiety about battery life and charging habits Battery paranoia Home ownership challenges Comment and subscribe for more. C...

This week we talk about something so fun! How weird it is to be a therapist. We know we talk A LOT about being wierd therapist prevention. HOWEVER we don't often recognize how wierd it is to BE a therapist. So this week we hit some of the reasons why its super strange to be a therapist. Tell us why you think its weird being a therapist? Comment and subscribe for more. Come along with us for more e...

Trigger warning, we talk about bikini baristas in this episode! Wasn't sure if that was "explicit" or not LOL! In this weeks Rabbit trail we hit all the topics we haven't hit on in two weeks because we took a break. Things from bikini baristas, to funny family meals, to meeting strangers on the internet. We hit it all in less than an hour! RECORD? maybe not. Comment and subscribe for more. Come al...

Thank you all for your patience as we took a little break last week for a vacation and to rebalance! We are excited to be talking more about ADHD and the trend we continue to see out on social media and the commentary around "why are so many people getting diagnosed these days" or "Oh i must be ADHD if..." we reign it in as we attempt to not dive into rabbit trails throughout! Comment and subscrib...

This week we take a step back and talk about an interesting topic, marketing as a therapist. Now as a reminder. We are NOT marketing specialist. We are 100% therapists. So by no means what we say is gonna help or hurt you LOL its just our experince with marketing in the field. Our top three tips ARE... DRUM ROLLLLLLLL ~INVEST ~BE ACTIVE ~Take inspo from others! Comment and subscribe for more. Come...

We cover so many topics this week!!! ESPECIALLY in the first 10 min of this episode. This week we touch on a few things, heres the list so you can know! ~Coral Island v.s Stardew valley ~Should therapists be allowed to drink water? ~Vampire Therapist ~Bad Therapist the game ~The basement yard podcast. SHOUT OUT And i will leave the rest up to you to find out because as always. Its a ROLLERCOASTER...

This week we touch on a topic we have lots of varying questions still on. We talk about the presence of AI in the therapy field. From AI note takers to AI chatbots acting as therapists. We explore the ethics and legalities around using it. And ask TONS of questions since we aren't experts on this topic. If you have thoughts feelings about AI in therapy field please let us know in the comments! Com...

You thought last weeks episode was nutso? Welp. Welcome to the latest rabbit trail. We touch so many unhinged topics and can you guess which one makes Andrea LITERALLY cry during our discussion. We jump from everything about breakfast, to giraffes giving birth and even talk about what new girl characters we would or wouldn't be. Tell us what you think! Comment and subscribe for more. Come along wi...

This week Andrea and Olivia explore the experience of looking for a therapist and what it means to be ready to be done with therapists. We discuss all the nuanced areas of care and looking for care along side what we would say are our top tips for finding a therapist that works for you! Searching for a therapist is about what YOU feel you need. Here are some of the questions we hope to pass along...

In this rabbit trail episode Olivia and Andrea uncover some...interesting? opinions about writing, and signatures and running. Lots of question marks in this episode. But of course always going in some fun directions talking about all the nonsense we love about being us, enjoying being therapists and being ADHD AF! So join us in more conversation about what ever comes to our brains. Comment and su...

Over the last few weeks the topics of self care and burn out have popped in our minds, so we decided to dedicate a whole episode to it today! We are excited to share some tips and discussion around being neurodivergent and learning what burn out looks like, and how to reframe self care. Check out our instagram for some tips on self care this week! Comment and subscribe for more. Come along with us...

On this weeks episode we welcome Stevie as our guest! Stevie is our favorite first child, AKA male therapist and if you know anything about us, that means A LOT. We explore personal interests, the impact of ADHD, and the journey into private practice, highlighting the significance of access to mental health care and the ongoing struggle with burnout. The conversation is filled with humor, insights...

Lets go down one of our more unhinged rabbit trails. On this weeks episode, we discuss Andrea's adventure to "A Hole" Coffee shop in Austin, TX...yes a coffee glory hole. And Olivia discusses her love for Make up Tutorials! And of course a million other rabbit trails along the way. Comment and subscribe for more. Come along with us for more episodes soon! We hope you're enjoying the pod so far so...

In this week’s episode, we sat down with our dear friend and fellow therapist, Norma, for a deep dive that was equal parts profound and hilarious. We celebrated the unique, unfiltered flair Norma brings to her practice, from her radical authenticity to her uncanny ability to ditch the clinical script. The highlight was officially crowning Norma the "Scorpio Queen" a title she wears with fierce pri...

We made a second rabbit trail epsiode, and we apolize in advance for the unhingedness of this one. We talk about everything from seeing so many poly therapists, to building a friendship bucket list and what we wanted to be when we grew up. Maybe one episode we will be live from a hot air balloon! Who knows. Like I said, chaos, but chaos managed. ENJOY! Comment and subscribe for more. Come along wi...

Welcome to another enlightening episode of "Brilliant Minds" where we dive deep into the intricacies of mental health. In this episode, hosts Olivia and Andrea tackle a crucial yet often misunderstood topic: mental health diagnoses. They explore how the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) shapes therapeutic practices and the implications of labeling mental health conditions...

In this inaugural Rabbit Trail episode, Olivia and Andrea dive into a chaotic yet enlightening discussion about 3D printing, coding, and the mysteries of space. They explore their confusion about how 3D printers work, the intricacies of coding, and the wonders of the universe, including black holes and the Northern Lights. The conversation flows through various rabbit trails, reflecting their neur...

On this weeks episode Andrea and Olivia discuss more hot takes! They're just full of them aren't they. This time its about how we think about theories and approaches in the therapy world. And we have a little surprise for you at the end! Comment and subscribe for more. Come along with us for more episodes soon! We hope you're enjoying the pod so far so please like, follow subscribe for more. www.b...

On this weeks episode we go a little business-y on you. we talk about our motivation for going private practice, what we think others might like to know about private practice and being an entrepreneur. We then take a HARD left turn into Andrea's broken bone anxiety and Olivias Pipe dreams! Hopefully you stick around to the end for the fun. Comment and subscribe for more. Come along with us for mo...

In this episode of Brilliant Minds?, Andrea and Olivia discuss their goals for the podcast and their professional lives, including plans for community building, creative ventures, and the importance of networking. We chat about our unhinged potential merch ideas, the significance of taking breaks, and the unexpected connections between gaming and economics. The conversation also touches on a hard...

In this episode, Olivia and Andrea explore the silly and unique (or not so unique) challenges and experiences of individuals with ADHD and neurodivergence. They discuss personal 'icks' that arise from being neurodivergent, including boredom, sensory overload, and communication frustrations. The conversation delves into coping mechanisms, the role of humor in their lives, and the importance of plan...

A few of you wanted to know about our Neurodivergence journey and story! So we share a little bit about that in this weeks episode. This is something we specialize in and love talking about so this weeks episode is a little longer than normal! We mention a few things like the book: ⁠📌 "Your Brains Not Broken" By Tamara Rosier, PhD ⁠ https://amzn.to/4nRqa7i 📌 DadChats on Tiktok! ⁠@dadchats⁠ www.t...