The Recovered Therapist

Send us Fan Mail The American family is not ok—more and more adult children are choosing estrangement from one or both parents, while some parents are severing ties with their children. This growing phenomenon brings deep grief and complex emotions. In this episode, we explore the roots of family estrangement, its impact, and whether healing is possible. Discover insights and strategies for mendin...

Send us Fan Mail Whether you lose your mother at 10 or 60, the pain is unimaginable. The same is true for losing your father. In this episode, we explore the profound impact of losing a parent, regardless of your age. Learn how to navigate the complexities of grief and find ways to heal and honor their memory. Tune in for heartfelt insights and support on this difficult journey. Support the show W...

Send us Fan Mail Progress not perfection. In your healing journey, there will be times when you feel you've made significant progress, only to have old feelings resurface unexpectedly. This can make you feel like a failure and question your progress. But remember, this is a normal part of the process. It's not that you haven't made progress; it's because you're digging dee...

Send us Fan Mail Are you searching for your rightful place in life? Emmett Fox's writings illuminate the journey, emphasizing that discontent can be a powerful motivator. Discover how feelings of dissatisfaction push you toward finding your true path and purpose. Tune in to explore how embracing discontent can lead to personal growth and fulfillment. Support the show We're eager to hear...

Send us Fan Mail The greatest need of men and women is to love and be loved. Nothing crushes the human spirit like the fear of no one truly caring. Loneliness is the alternative to being loved or extending love, driving us to seek love constantly. In this episode, we explore how understanding the lessons of the Twelve Sun Signs can help achieve perfect harmony between our mental, physical, emotion...

Send us Fan Mail Human development has always been a fascinating subject of curiosity and study. In this episode, Jeanie delves into Erikson’s Stages of Psychosocial Development and Gail Sheehy’s Passages, offering insights into these influential theories. Discover how these models explain the journey of human growth and development. Tune in for an enlightening discussion on the stages and passage...

Send us Fan Mail When in need of direction and inspiration, Florence Shinn's wisdom has always been a reliable guide. In this episode, Jeanie shares some of Shinn's most famous quotes that have empowered thousands of her students. Discover how the daily practice of vigorously expressing these quotes can bring clarity and motivation to your life.  Support the show We're eager to hear...

Send us Fan Mail The term Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA or ACA) originally described adults raised by an alcoholic parent. Today, it encompasses those who grew up in homes with any form of addiction, chaos, or unpredictability. These environments often lead to core issues in adulthood, directly linked to childhood experiences. In this episode, Jeanie delves into the effects of such upbringing...

Send us Fan Mail Are you stuck in repeated patterns? Discover how to break free by identifying and changing your core beliefs. In this episode, Jeanie introduces the powerful "What? So What? & Now What?" exercise, a transformative tool designed to help you shift your thinking and create lasting change. Tune in to learn how to harness this exercise for personal growth and a more fulfi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Jeanie explores why laughter is the best medicine for both your body and mind. She shares a funny personal story that had everyone laughing and offers a unique laughter assignment to help you experience these benefits firsthand. Join us for a light-hearted episode that will leave you smiling and understanding the true power of laughter. Support the show We're...

Send us Fan Mail Think you can easily spot a bully? Think again. In this eye-opening episode, we delve into the nuanced ways individuals may engage in bullying behavior. From subtle verbal cues to covert actions, discover how bullies wield power through underhanded tactics. Are you able to recognize when someone is employing manipulative "power over" words and behavior? Tune in to sharpe...

Send us Fan Mail Join Jeanie in this thought-provoking episode as she explores the tendency for our expectations and limited perspectives to hinder us from recognizing the fulfillment of our desires.  Discover how our insistence on specific forms can inadvertently restrict the manifestation of our dreams and aspirations. Through insightful discussions, uncover strategies to expand your vision and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Jeanie delves into the various dimensions of life, urging us to adopt new practices that can enrich our spiritual journey and make a meaningful impact on the world around us. How are you nurturing the evolution of your spirit? Support the show We're eager to hear from you! Feel free to share your thoughts through our anonymous form or simply write to info@fre...

Send us Fan Mail Struggling to stay centered in life's chaos? In this episode, Jeanie unveils invaluable strategies to regain your balance and clarity. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or simply off-kilter, these three transformative tools offer a roadmap to reclaiming your peace of mind. From mindfulness practices to practical techniques, learn how to anchor yourself amidst...

Send us Fan Mail Discover powerful strategies for embracing life's challenges with this insightful episode on AA Acronyms for Living Life. Jeanie explores how Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) acronyms can be transformative tools for navigating life's ups and downs. From Al-Anon to other recovery programs, these tips offer practical guidance for maintaining a positive mindset and overcoming adve...

Send us Fan Mail Al-Anon is a program of recovery for friends and family members who have been affected by someone else’s drinking. The only requirement for membership in Al-Anon is that there be a problem of alcoholism in a relative or friend. In this episode, some acronyms used in the program are shared. These tips may prove helpful in your life. Support the show We're eager to hear from yo...

Send us Fan Mail The Facts are not the most important part of personal interactions, though we feel we want to tell “our side” of an interaction so we get the facts straight.  What is more important is the process between the people interacting.  Listen and watch for what is really going on or being talked about  rather than what is being expressed. Support the show We're eager to hear from y...

Send us Fan Mail April 8, 2024 is a solar eclipse and April 1-24 Mercury is in retrograde. So what does any of this mean?  In this episode we brake down these heavenly happenings into understandable information with a positive twist. Support the show We're eager to hear from you! Feel free to share your thoughts through our anonymous form or simply write to info@freshouttaplans.com with your...

Send us Fan Mail While siblings believe they share 'the same parents,' each child is born to parents who are virtually different people at different ages. Child 1 is born to the person who is at age 25, child 2 to the parent at age 30, and child 3 to the parent at age 40. Listen as Jeanie explains how these dynamics can lead to conflicts between siblings. Support the show We're eage...

Send us Fan Mail The Enneagram originated as an oral tradition about 2000 years ago in Afghanistan. It later spread to Asia, Bolivia, Chile, and eventually to the US, where Claudio Naranjo passed it on to a Jesuit priest, Bob Ochs, SJ. It became a course at Loyola University in Chicago in 1971. Based on a simple symbol, it explains the journey of self-discovery into personality types. It is said t...

Send us Fan Mail While insight and inspiration are great, they alone do not change behavior. Action is the key to behavioral change. Join us to learn how to take effective action, and listen to examples that illustrate how to identify thoughts that might be hindering you from taking action. Support the show We're eager to hear from you! Feel free to share your thoughts through our anonymous f...

Send us Fan Mail This episode provides general suggestions for establishing healthy boundaries to facilitate effective communication. Explore practical insights for navigating interactions with active substance users, toxic relationships, adult parents, individuals facing mental health challenges, and learn strategies for effective self-care. Support the show We're eager to hear from you! Fee...

Send us Fan Mail The Welsh word 'hiraeth' is loosely translated to mean (n.) a homesickness or longing for a place you cannot return to, a home that may not have ever been—a yearning, a grief for a place that can never be revisited. Such grief and longing are experienced by children of divorce, addiction/alcoholism, death of parents, abandonment, who may feel orphaned by those experience...

Send us Fan Mail The DSM 5 TR has 11 criteria for Substance Use Disorder. In this episode Jeanie reviews each criteria so you can take an assessment of how may criteria applies to your own use of a substance.  Once you identify how many criteria you meet, you will be able to determine if you have a mild, moderate or severe substance use disorder.  Support the show We're eager to hear from you...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Jeanie guides us through the intricate history of diagnosing "Addiction" and the contemporary framework for Substance Use Disorder. Explore the evolving criteria over time and uncover the wealth of treatment options available today. Join us for a deep dive into the ever-changing landscape of addiction understanding and modern treatment solutions. Support...