Take Out Therapy: End Overthinking & Overwhelm for Empathic High Achievers

The APP has arrived! https://studio.com/apps/rebecca If you like the podcast, you will love the Everyday Calm app. It is a daily program that teaches simple skills to reduce stress and anxiety in a few minutes a day. GET IT! Sometimes, the brain gets stuck on things. We overthink when we don't want to, which can be stressful, and really annoying. Learn about why the brain does this and how to stop...

This is a session from the EARLY days of the podcast...despite the imperfections, it's a compelling conversation about labels and empowerment over our own mental health. This episode is a bit triggering- but if you're willing to stick with me after I really irritate you (a little on purpose), you might get something out of the episode. ** Empower yourself with this episode, as I help you let go of...

Do you sometimes act like a child, or maybe a teenager? Yep, me too! Let's help you be the ADULT in your life. This episode will teach you 5 essential elements of mentally healthy adults. If we can work on these simple areas, we will be more intentional and grown up in our everyday interactions. And that, my friend, will make life more peaceful- for us all. ******** **Links and Resources** FREE DO...

Every so often it's a good idea to reflect on how your personal growth is going. Are you seeing changes in areas of life that have been difficult for you? Are you taking steps towards being more self reflective? This episode will help you make a solid intention for yourself so that you can follow it up with specific action to get results. This is the real work. ******** **Links and Resources** FRE...

A decent start to the day can really help us feel grounded, calm and ready to take on the world. Without that, you may skid into your day feeling in a funk- hurried, stressed and overwhelmed before you even leave the house. Today's episode will help you get started on a very simple, 15 minute morning routine that will help set you up for a more balanced day. ******** **Links and Resources** FREE D...

Every year has lessons. Some are easily learned in happy circumstances, and some lessons come in the form of loss and heartbreak. In this episode I share my top 5 lessons from the past year in hopes that these will help you too. ******** **Links and Resources** FREE DOWNLOAD - Break free from the grips of overthinking, manage stress effectively, and create a more fulfilling life for yourself. To a...

The holiday season can be a bit much. Even if you are having a low key gathering (or not), it's always a good idea to set some intentions. That way you can show up as your best self, and get what you need out of this years hullabaloo- without losing your mind! This episode will guide you through an exercise to help you get ready for ANY potentially emotionally intense social event. ********* **Lin...

Is anyone else feeling a bit awkward these days?! This episode will give you a few helpful strategies for feeling less weird. You've gotta start somewhere. I can help:) ******** **Links and Resources** FREE DOWNLOAD - Break free from the grips of overthinking, manage stress effectively, and create a more fulfilling life for yourself. To access your free guide, simply click HERE . Website: www.take...

Sometimes when we feel stuck and unhappy, it's important to remember that inside, we are FREE. This tiny episode will be a reminder that YOU are the one in the drivers seat of your life. ******** **Links and Resources** FREE DOWNLOAD - Break free from the grips of overthinking, manage stress effectively, and create a more fulfilling life for yourself. To access your free guide, simply click HERE ....

A very quick lesson on dealing with difficult feelings, as I go through the loss of a good buddy. ******** **Links and Resources** FREE DOWNLOAD - Break free from the grips of overthinking, manage stress effectively, and create a more fulfilling life for yourself. To access your free guide, simply click HERE . Website: www.takeouttherapy.com Join Take Out Therapy Club https://www.takeouttherapy.co...

The Past. You can't get out of it. And in the therapy world, it's kind of a big deal. But so many people are just "not up for it" when it comes to talking about the past. It tends to be a major reason people don't really want to do therapy in the first place. But friend! You can't escape the past. It's always with you, and it is the story of you. Does it have to define you? Does it have to get in...

As a therapist, I hear a lot of the same phrases from the people I talk to each day. People always think they are the ONLY ones who think or feel a certain way. And generally, when they find out that almost everyone says the exact same things, they feel a little lighter. A little more "normal." Hopefully this episode will normalize things for you too. ******** **Links and Resources** FREE DOWNLOAD...

Ready to learn to chill for a hot second? This episode is a companion episode for Back to Calm- Recovery from the Pandemic. As we move into the next phase of life after pandemic times, I'd like to give you some hope- and of course, some tools! This short episode will give you a tiny taste of mindfulness and self compassion, which have been shown in many studies to improve our wellbeing. ******** *...

It's been a LONG two and a half years during this pandemic, hasn't it?! We have all been through a lot. There are so many difficult emotions that we have felt, but not totally processed, after this situation. Todays' episode will help you to understand why healing from this trauma is so very necessary, and not overly complicated. This session will give you 4 solid actions that you can take to put...

I am giving you the inside scoop. This is the very first lesson in my private practice work with people. Why are you moving so fast through your life? And what are you missing along the way? Todays episode will teach you to slow it all down- because that’s where the work begins. ********* **Links and Resources** FREE DOWNLOAD - Break free from the grips of overthinking, manage stress effectively,...

How is the steady stream of content you ingest every day impacting your mental health? What you are watching, listening to and reading matters! In this episode let's talk about how mentally and emotionally impactful some online content can be. Of course, I will give you a little system to determine a healthy balance with it all. ******** **Links and Resources** FREE DOWNLOAD - Break free from the...

If you are struggling to take action on an issue in your life, this episode might just help! Sometimes we know what needs to happen next, but it’s really hard to make the changes. In this practical episode I will break down the process of How To Take Action. It’s hard being human sometimes- thankfully we are in it together. ******** **Links and Resources** FREE DOWNLOAD - Break free from the grips...

Everyone has a choice about how they look at life and it's various problems. Your perspective is your reality. On today's episode we are playing a little game I like to call "What's Another Version?!" Play along and learn about this simple technique to use in tough situations. Save your energy and your sanity by learning to play with your perspective taking! ******** **Links and Resources** FREE D...

Do you ever get defensive? This episode is a continuation from last week. Learn about how defensiveness can really damage our relationships, and how we can open up to the people in our lives- without a sword in hand. Maintaining healthy, loving relationships takes work, insight and practice. Let's work on our defensiveness together! ********* **Links and Resources** FREE DOWNLOAD - Break free from...

One unfortunate way to create disconnection in your relationships is stonewalling. Taboo subjects, refusing to discuss hard topics or situations and flat out avoidance can ruin a perfectly great relationship. In this episode, I will teach you a bit more about stonewalling and then help you work your way out of it...and fast!  ******** **Links and Resources** FREE DOWNLOAD - Break free from th...

Do you ever spend time alone? Learn from a therapist why the practice of "alone time" is a surefire way to reset, gain perspective and get acquainted with yourself. Get specific instruction on what the heck to do once you are alone, and why it will help you go back to life in a better state of mind. ******** **Links and Resources** FREE DOWNLOAD - Break free from the grips of overthinking, manage...

Ever wanted some straight up advice from a therapist?! As my youngest son leaves home, I reflect on the important things that we should all know about how to stay sane in life. I'm a Mom, a therapist and a mental health expert. Allow me to help you find some peace, my friend. ******** **Links and Resources** FREE DOWNLOAD - Break free from the grips of overthinking, manage stress effectively, and...

There comes a time in every person's life where a little extra push is necessary. That time for me- is NOW! Listen as I tell you some important things about my own therapy process and give you some tips on how to have a helpful and successful therapy experience. ******** **Links and Resources** FREE DOWNLOAD - Break free from the grips of overthinking, manage stress effectively, and create a more...

Feeling a bit stuck? Today's episode might just help. We all have stored emotion in our bodies and it's really important to release it every now and again. If we are not able to let things go, it can negatively impact our mental and physical health. Stick with me as I give you some very simple ways to start letting go of toxic emotions and situations. ******** **Links and Resources** FREE DOWNLOAD...

Overthinking. Rumination. Our brains are out of control! The brain loves to think in circles, but you can get control and stop these destructive and unhealthy patterns by having boundaries with your thoughts. In this episode I will teach you a fairly simple process to stop the merry go round in your head. Want to dig in deeper on this subject? I offer a short & simple class to teach you how to...