Jennifer Chaiken, LMFT and Emmalee Bierly, LMFT

ShrinkChicks

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Emmalee Bierly, LMFT and Jennifer Chaiken, LMFT, owners and co-founders of The Therapy Group (@thetherapygrp), bring you the ShrinkChicks Podcast. ShrinkChicks is on a mission to make therapy and therapeutic topics more relatable and accessible. Each Monday, Emmalee and Jen will explore different mental health topics and invite you to sit in on their insight, humor, and knowledge, leaving the psychobabble behind.

Author

Jennifer Chaiken, LMFT and Emmalee Bierly, LMFT

Category

Health

Podcast website

art19.com

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

The Origin of ShrinkChicks 15.06.2020

In this week's episode, Em and Jen answer your questions about... Em and Jen! Whether you're starting your own private practice, thinking of pursuing a career in therapy or psychology, or just trying to navigate the challenges of living and working independently, there's plenty to learn as the ShrinkChicks recount the years of failure and success that have brought them to where they are today. See...

Fears and Careers (with Ash Ambirge) 26.05.2020

This week, the ShrinkChicks are joined by entrepreneur, author, speaker, and all-around badass, Ash Ambirge. Together, they contend with issues of maintaining your individuality in times when the world pushes you to conform to a career or lifestyle that's just not for you. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info...

Sex and Stress (with Emily Nagoski) 18.05.2020

This week, the ShrinkChicks are joined by Emily Nagoski, the award winning author of New York Times Best Seller, Come As You Are, and co-author of Burnout, a book that has ascended to scripture around the ShrinkChicks office. Together, they explore the mental health challenges of sex and stress and the connection between them. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...

Explaining Your Brain (with Krista Rompolski) 11.05.2020

This week, the ShrinkChicks get schooled in the anatomy and physiology behind poor self-care and dealing with interpersonal struggle by Krista Rompolski of Moravian College. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ask the ShrinkChicks - April, Part 2 04.05.2020

In the second part of their April Q&A series, the ShrinkChicks answer your questions about infidelity, navigating relationships with parents, dealing with a competitive partner, and...spray-painting your mailbox? Remember to follow @ShrinkChicks for updates, take a minute to leave a rating or share if you enjoyed, and most importantly, treat yourself with kindness during these uncertain and di...

Ask the ShrinkChicks - April, Part 1 20.04.2020

In the first of a series of episodes devoted to answering your questions about all things ShrinkChicks, Em and Jen take the opportunity to talk (from their own homes, safely separated by a phone call) about their lives in and out of the office. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Is Childfree the Way to Be? (with Gina Tomaine, Health and Wellness Editor for Philly Mag) 13.04.2020

2018 set a record for the least babies born in America in 32 years. This week, the ShrinkChicks and guest host Gina Tomaine of Philly Magazine navigate the changing face of the childbirth conversation and discuss the nuances of one of the many big decisions young adults are facing today: is having kids right for me? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at h...

Conscious Coping: Navigating Life Transitions With COVID-19 23.03.2020

Nobody's immune to the stress and anxiety around healthy living -- especially in times as difficult and worrying as these. This week, the ShrinkChicks talk wellness, compassion, and information overload, within and beyond the COVID-19 outbreak. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Living Whole (with Erin Morrissey) 16.03.2020

This week, the ShrinkChicks are joined by Erin Morrissey of Erin Lives Whole to talk about maintaining self-love and mental wellness in a world that insists that "one size fits all" See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Are You the Toxic One? 09.03.2020

So often we focus on our relationships with others when we try to rid our lives of toxic energy. But what happens when that energy is coming from ourselves? That's the question the ShrinkChicks are here to tackle in this week's episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Firsthand Fertility (with Carolyn Satlow) 24.02.2020

Pregnancy is a difficult enough time without the pressures, taboos, and stigmas that surround it. This week, Carolyn Satlow, friend of the show, joins the ShrinkChicks to talk about her own experience with miscarriage and how to best care for yourself or someone you know going through a similar situation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art1...

Getting Unstuck (with Kaitlyn Peabody, MFT) 17.02.2020

The ShrinkChicks are joined by West Chester Therapy Group co-worker and friend, Kaitlyn Peabody, MFT, to give their best advice on how to keep pushing forward when feeling 1stuck in your personal and professional life. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

D.I.Y. Breakup (with Devin Allen and Jess Heilwell) 03.02.2020

The ShrinkChicks are joined by Devin Allen and Jess Heilwell, co-founders of D.I.Y. Breakup, to break down myths and misconceptions about having a wedding (and how to know when to call it off). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Eat Your Favorite Food (with Natalie Loschiavo, RD) 27.01.2020

In a world that gives a "one size fits all" answer to health and body image, sometimes it's hard to know what really matters when it comes to loving and taking care of your body. This week, the ShrinkChicks are joined by dietitian Natalie Loschiavo to break down the myths surrounding mental and physical health that can keep you from feeling your best. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privac...

Burn Out 20.01.2020

In a world where something always needs to be done, life can feel like a delicate balance between striving for your best and overextending yourself. Burning out can be intensely frustrating experience for anyone striving for balance and self-sufficiency in life. Today, the ShrinkChicks discuss how to see burnout coming, what "burning out" really means, and some recovery strategies so you can get b...

Know Yourself, Grow Yourself 06.01.2020

After a short hiatus, the ShrinkChicks return with one of their most highly requested topics yet: how to know yourself. Em and Jen give their takes on the difficult journey to knowing oneself and how important self-knowledge is in healthy relationships. Check out @ShrinkChicks on Instagram for updates on the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at htt...

Therapy 101 09.12.2019

Emmalee and Jen, with special guest, friend/mentor, and licensed marriage and family therapist, Brynn Cicippio (therapywithbrynn.com), discuss the often-intimidating process of finding a therapist. The ShrinkChicks answer questions on what to look for, what to expect, and what to avoid when finding the right help for you! Follow @ShrinkChicks for updates on the show. See Privacy Policy at https://...

Single and Ready...To Be Single 02.12.2019

Sometimes your relationship with yourself can be as rewarding and challenging as your relationships with others. This week, the ShrinkChicks break down your questions about the benefits and struggles of single life. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Uncomplicating Relationships Part 3 (Bonus Episode) 18.11.2019

Let's face it: break-ups are hard. Whether you leave on good terms or bad, the end of a relationship can be a confusing and difficult time for everyone. In this bonus episode of ShrinkChicks, Em and Jen explore the delicate art of moving on. (This should be the last episode with audio issues! The recording gets a little choppy, but we thought the content was important enough to release as a bonus...

Uncomplicating Relationships Part 2 08.11.2019

The ShrinkChicks continue clearing the clutter around relationships; Em and Jen answer your questions about how to keep up communication and retain your individuality in the second episode of this three part series. Make sure to tune in next week for the final part in the Uncomplicating Relationships series and follow @shrinkchicks for more content and updates on the podcast! See Privacy Policy at...

Uncomplicating Relationships Part 1 23.10.2019

The ShrinkChicks tackle your hard-hitting relationship questions. Emmalee and Jen discuss ghosting, starting relationships as an introvert, avoiding codependency, and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Balancing the Bullshit 11.10.2019

In the first episode of ShrinkChicks, Emmalee and Jen discuss the importance of having balance in your life. Answering your questions on the role of balance at work, at home, and within yourself, the ShrinkChicks explore balance in all its forms. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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