Her Time to Talk: Therapy Lessons Made Relatable Through Characters You Love

Send us Fan Mail As we close out season one of Her Time to Talk , this special end-of-year episode invites you to step into the new year with intention, self-compassion, and clarity rather than pressure, perfectionism, or burnout. Women are constantly told to do more, be more, and fix themselves through unrealistic New Year’s resolutions. When those expectations inevitably become unsustainable, th...

Send us Fan Mail Many women find themselves caught in distressing cycles of overthinking. You replay a moment again and again, searching for clarity or safety, only to feel more overwhelmed and disconnected from yourself. In this episode, we explore why these patterns are so common for women and trauma survivors, how your nervous system confuses past and present threats, and what it truly takes to...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Her Time To Talk , Megan explores why activism is not only compatible with therapy, but essential to mental health and feminist clinical practice. Drawing from her experience at the October 18th No Kings protest in Savannah, Georgia, she reflects on the emotional complexity of showing up, the power of collective action, and the realities of navigating safety and...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Meagan and Sydney take a deep, unflinching look at the New York Times conversation that asked whether liberal feminism has “ruined” the workplace. The original title alone sparked widespread outrage, and the discussion that followed revealed just how pervasive patriarchal logic remains in mainstream discourse. In this episode, Megan and Sydney unpack the rhetorical move...

Send us Fan Mail The holidays often highlight the invisible labor women carry—managing everyone’s happiness, absorbing tension, keeping the peace, and pretending everything’s fine. But what if this season could feel lighter, more honest, and less about obligation? In this episode, Lurah Patrick , a graduate-student therapist at Her Time Therapy, joins Meagan to talk about the deeper emotional weig...

Send us Fan Mail The holidays are supposed to be a time of joy and connection—but for many women, they can also bring body image struggles, food-related anxiety, and emotional overwhelm. Between family dynamics, social expectations, and the pressure to “enjoy every moment,” it’s easy to lose touch with yourself. In this episode, Chloe St. Pierre, therapist at Her Time Therapy, joins us to explore...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Meagan sits down with Her Time Therapy clinician Melanie Maldonado to talk about identity, feminism, and what it really means to live the “life of a healing girl.” Drawing inspiration from Taylor Swift’s newest era, The Life of a Showgirl , they explore how women are taught to perform—both in work and relationships—and what it takes to shift from performance to pr...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Sydney opens up about her late ADHD diagnosis and how understanding her neurodivergence completely reshaped the way she approaches work, relationships, and self-compassion. She reflects on her early experiences navigating career burnout, shame, and perfectionism—and how embracing her neurotype led her to a more authentic, sustainable life and career. Sydney shares...

Send us Fan Mail Sex educator and Her Time Therapy practicum clinician Erin Brandt joins us to talk about what most women were never taught: how to build a shame-free relationship with your body, advocate for your pain, and expand pleasure beyond orgasm-only thinking. We trace Erin’s path from forensic sexology to Planned Parenthood to therapy, unpack how patriarchy and medical dismissal shape wom...

Send us Fan Mail What if the mood swings, night sweats, anxiety, and brain fog aren’t “just you”—but a totally normal phase no one taught you to expect? In this candid conversation, Erin Brandt (sex educator turned counseling intern) and Lurah Patrick (graduate counseling intern) name what perimenopause really is, how it shows up from the mid-30s onward, and why so many women get misdiagnosed or d...

Send us Fan Mail We all know that 2 a.m. moment. You’re lying awake replaying all the ways you wish your life looked different. You can see the vision, you even know the steps, but when the morning comes you find yourself frozen. You scroll, clean the kitchen, help someone else, and promise you’ll try again tomorrow. Then comes the shame spiral: What’s wrong with me? Maybe I’m just lazy. In this e...

Send us Fan Mail Fertility isn’t just a medical issue — it’s a cultural, emotional, and deeply personal journey. In this episode of Her Time to Talk , we’re joined by Nicole Lange, a practitioner who brings together Chinese medicine, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based science to reimagine how fertility is supported. Nicole shares her own lived experience, how trauma impacts fertility and pre...

Send us Fan Mail Why do so many survivors of sexual assault experience more than one assault in their lifetime? It’s a heartbreaking but necessary question—and one that deserves compassionate, evidence-based answers. In this episode of Her Time to Talk , we break down what research tells us about sexual revictimization, why it happens, and most importantly, how survivors can break the cycle and re...

Send us Fan Mail Meet Dr. Janice Moran, one of our newest clinicians at Her Time Therapy and a fierce advocate for disability-affirming mental health care. In this episode, Janice sits down with Meagan to explore how her lived experience as a blind woman informs and strengthens her clinical practice. We cover: What disability-affirming therapy actually looks like in the room How trauma, grief, and...

Send us Fan Mail With new federal legislation quietly reshaping Medicaid, millions of women are at risk of losing access to the care they rely on—especially mental health care. In this timely and deeply personal episode, we break down what’s really happening with the so-called “Big, Beautiful Bill,” how it disproportionately affects women, and what you can do right now to protect your mental healt...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Her Time to Talk, we explore a deceptively simple yet revolutionary tool for women's mental health: reading fiction for pleasure. Meagan shares why fantasy romance books, often dismissed as “just smut,” can actually serve as profound vehicles for healing, resilience building, empathy, and self-discovery. Drawing from her background as both a therapist and f...

Send us Fan Mail Divorce isn’t always a failure. Sometimes, it’s the most loving thing we can do for ourselves. In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Her Time Therapy clinician Kimberly joins Meagan to share her journey through a marriage that looked perfect on paper—but left her feeling lost, silenced, and disconnected from her true self. Together, they unpack how divorce became Kimberly’...

Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to live a life that’s truly your own? In this unforgettable Pride Month episode, we’re joined by Angelique Piwinski , a trans elder, educator, and sharp-witted New Yorker whose story stretches from the Stonewall Uprising to corporate boardrooms and beyond. With warmth, humor, and a lifetime of perspective, Angie reflects on what it took to step into her truth—aft...

Send us Fan Mail Today’s episode is a call to awareness, a call to action—and above all, a call to compassion. At Her Time Therapy , we practice from a feminist counseling lens, which means we don’t view mental health in a vacuum. Systems, policies, and power structures deeply shape our emotional lives, and right now, those structures are failing women—especially those who are most marginalized. I...

Send us Fan Mail Therapy can be life-changing—but figuring out how to pay for it shouldn’t be a full-time job. In this episode of Her Time to Talk , we break down Insurance 101 for mental health care: what terms like deductibles, copays, F codes, and out-of-network really mean, and how they impact your care, cost, and confidentiality. We also explore the real pros and cons of using insurance for t...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Her Time To Talk , we're joined by therapist, mother, and assistant practice manager at Her Time Therapy— Lauren Veazey —for an intimate and powerful conversation about the emotional reality of new motherhood. Lauren shares her personal story of miscarriage, postpartum anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and identity loss alongside her clinical insight into the differen...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode, we’re joined by Adriana Martin De La Torre , a bilingual, bicultural therapist at Her Time Therapy who also works with refugees and immigrants through a local nonprofit. Adriana shares her wisdom on culturally inclusive counseling—why it matters, how language and identity shape the therapeutic process, and how clients can navigate the complex journey of f...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Her Time To Talk , Meagan Clark sits down with licensed professional counselor Julie, who practices in Missouri and Colorado, to explore the complexities of trauma healing. Julie shares her insights on trauma treatment and the various therapeutic modalities available to support healing. The conversation delves into the nuanced experiences of religious t...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Her Time To Talk , we’re exploring a topic that hits close to home for so many women: depression . We unpack the complex web of biological, societal, and political factors that contribute to why women are disproportionately affected by depression—and more importantly, what you can do about it. From postpartum mental health to the ongoing fight for women...

Send us Fan Mail Online therapy has changed the way people access mental health care, offering flexibility and accessibility without sacrificing effectiveness. But how can you make sure you’re getting the most out of your sessions? In this episode, we explore what makes online therapy work, common misconceptions, and practical strategies to enhance your experience. Beyond the logistics of telether...