Continuing Education for Mental Health Counselors: Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard

I'm breaking down attachment styles in this PIIP as well as next week's episode. In Part 1, I'm talking about secure and anxious-preoccupied attachment styles and I also share in detail about my own struggles with my attachment style. Part 2 will cover dismissive-avoidant and fearful-avoidant, so stay tuned! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode. Have a question you'd li...

This is episode 4 in my series of interviews with therapists who are all in private practice.  The goal of this series is to share how they all built their practices. I'm asking them some big questions. From the decision to go into private practice, to how they market their services as well as obstacles they faced and things they wished they would have differently getting started. We are diving in...

I had a different topic planned for this week's PIIP episode, however it's been a tough week and I wanted to share what I do when I'm struggling with something - as it may help you too. It's practicing mindfulness.  What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is the practice of being fully present and engaged in the current moment, without judgment or distraction. It involves focusing one's attention on the...

This is episode 3 in my series of interviews with therapists who are all in private practice.  The goal of this series is to share how they all built their practices. I'm asking them some big questions. From the decision to go into private practice, to how they market their services as well as obstacles they faced and things they wished they would have differently getting started. We are diving in...

Before I jump into this week's put it into practice episode I want to remind you of the gift I have for you - it's an ebook titled 15 easy habits that support your mental health and you can get it when you click here .   Have a question you'd like me to answer? Email me - lisa at lisamustard dot com or find me on Instagram and send me a DM. In this Put It into Practice episode, I'm sharing all abo...

This is episode 2 in my series of interviews with therapists who are all in private practice.  The goal of this series is to share how they all built their practices. I'm asking them some big questions. From the decision to go into private practice, to how they market their services as well as obstacles they faced and things they wished they would have differently getting started. We are diving in...

Have a question you'd like me to answer? Email me - lisa at lisamustard dot com or find me on  Instagram and send me a DM. Books I cover in the episode (Amazon affiliate links): Man's Search For Meaning by Viktor Frankl 12 Rules For Life: An Antidote to Chaos by Jordan Peterson Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb   Listen to my interview with Lori Gottlieb here. Scrawl Books in Resto...

This episode kicks off a series of interviews with therapists who are all in private practice! The goal of this series is to share how they all built their practices. I'm asking them some big questions. From the decision to go into private practice, to how they market their services as well as obstacles they faced and things they wished they would have differently getting started. We are diving in...

In today's episode, we will be discussing a topic that affects many of us - self-confidence. Do you ever feel like you're not good enough, or doubt your abilities and potential? Do you struggle to assert yourself or make decisions because of fear or self-doubt?  If so, you're not alone. Low self-confidence can be a significant barrier to achieving your goals and living a fulfilling life. But the g...

Alexandra Wyman was plunged into grief when her husband died by suicide. The sudden loss of the love of her life left her reeling with unanswered questions. She wrote a book, The Suicide Club: What to Do When Someone You Love Chooses Death , where she explores her journey of mourning and healing after losing her husband. The book offers a road back to peace and joy for anyone who has lost someone...

In this week's Put It Into Practice episode, I'm sharing 6 tips to help you heal a broken heart and cope with the end of a romantic relationship.  Want to send me a question to answer on the podcast? Email me here or lisa at lisamustard dot com. Other Put It Into Practice episodes: How to Find a Therapist or Counselor  How To Cope with Anxiety Part 1  How to Cope with Anxiety Part 2  Is it Time fo...

Today, we're talking about an issue that affects many in the mental health field - therapist burnout. As therapists, we're trained to help others and support them through their struggles, but what happens when the support we offer takes a toll on our own mental and emotional well-being? In this episode, Dr Rachel Altvater joins me to share her experiences with burnout and offer practical tips for...

Since releasing The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health , I've received great feedback and wanted to revisit this topic with some more tips. Social media is here to stay, whether we like it or not. In this episode, I give you 3 tips for managing your time spent on social media. Connect with me: IG , send me an email Follow AfterSkool: IG , YouTube Hey mama! Are you ready to live your best (mid...

Join Chris McDonald, LCMHCS, 200YT  in this informative episode as she shares tips and strategies for integrating holistic counseling modalities into your practice. Chris provides valuable insights into how incorporating mindfulness, yoga, and other complementary techniques can help to enhance the effectiveness of traditional counseling practices. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just sta...

I'm answering another listener's question in this Put It into Practice episode.  I received this question over social media and I think it's somethi ng we don't talk about enough - Porn Addiction. The question I received: is porn addiction an epidemic? I review the causes, triggers, and consequences of porn addiction. I also discuss the relationship between sexual abuse and porn. Don't forget you...

In this episode, I'm joined by Aaron Portratz and Nathan Hawkins of the Shrink Think Podcast. Shrink Think is also a part of the PsychCraft Network and on their show they discuss everything from understanding styles of therapy to addressing conflict with your counselor, learning about attachment styles, and the fear triangle. They seek to run the gamut of topics to pull back the curtain and empowe...

In this week's Put It into Practice episode I'm sharing how social media affects our mental health. And I'm also discussing what to do when we find ourselves dealing with anxiety and depression due to being on social media. Have a question about therapy, mental health or relationships you'd like me to answer? Send me an email - lisa at lisamustard dot com or send me a DM on Instagram. (I do not mo...

Pavel Ythjall was on top of the world. One of the best fitness photographers in the world, he had started the fitness company Fighterdiet with his ex-wife, Pauline. The company was a success, helping more than 10,000 women each year take control of their lives and become strong, fit, healthy, and empowered. To make things even better, he was married to the love of his life, Kat. Life felt like a f...

In this week's Put It into Practice episode, I'm answering listener questions! If you have a question on therapy or mental health, send me an email - lisa at lisamustard dot com or send me a DM on Instagram .  Question #1 - I've never been to therapy but think it's something I want to do. However I'm a little nervous about the first session..can you share what a first therapy session looks like? Q...

Tammy Nelson, PhD is a sex and relationship expert, an international speaker, an author and a licensed psychotherapist with almost thirty years of experience working with individuals and couples.  In private practice she focuses on helping people of all ages, orientations and genders find love, healing and passion. She is the Director of the Integrative Sex Therapy Institute, teaches at several Un...

In this Put It into Practice episode, I give advice and tips for handling failure such as learning to reframe your thoughts, surround yourself with supportive people, and seek guidance from mentors who can provide a different perspective. Everyone fails at something and it is how a person handles failure that matters most. Failure is a natural part of the learning process, and the key is to take t...

Happy New Year! I hope you had a wonderful holiday season as well as a fun new year! Daniel Fava with Private Practice Elevation , and who is also a member of the PsychCraft Network , is here to tell us what we need to be doing with our websites so we can be found on the internet.  I hope you enjoy this interview with Daniel and gain some valuable tips on how to get found on the internet with an o...

This will be my last episode of 2022. I'm taking the rest of the year off to refresh and reboot for 2023. Happy holidays friend! Rose Skeeters, LPC, host of the From Borderline to Beautiful Podcast is here on the show to talk about her therapy and coaching practice, her podcast and we also discuss the problems stemming from our culture's "you do you" messages. In addition, we talk about her fears...

Are you ready for a change? Feeling a pull to start something new in 2023? Maybe it's a new career? Or a side business? Or maybe you've thought about going back to school? Or even a new hobby? But what if you're ready for a change and don't know how to make one? Or perhaps just the idea of starting something new makes you worried or anxious? Well, then t his episode is for you! I share the best wa...

Francesca Andrade lives in CA and is currently studying to be a marriage and family therapist. She also has many years of experience in working as an Applied Behavior Analysis technician as well as being the mom to a son with Autism. In this episode, Francesca shares her story of discovering her son is autistic, the therapies they've utilized plus how she practices self care with all that she has...