The Therapist's Invitation

Season three has officially begun and we couldn't be more excited about our guest; world-renowned neuroscientist, author, and speaker Dr. Caroline Leaf. Today we talk about the loneliness epidemic in our world today and what it means for our emotional and mental health. Join us, this week and every Wednesday, for more resources and positive discussion about how to live emotionally and mentally hea...

Today we want to brag on Mayfield Counseling Centers and all of the work that this team does for our community! We hope that you will join us and maybe learn about a few things that you didn't know we were doing! Because Mayfield Counseling is a 501c3 Non-Profit organization we also want to invite you to get involved with the mission and vision of our company by investing financially in our projec...

Boundaries, one conversation that is so vital to relationships and yet often so forgotten. Dr. Mayfield has spoken extensively on the subject, and realized that there hadn't been a full episode on boundaries for this podcast!

Often times it feels like it's too late... too late to start growing, too late to save a marriage, too late to start college, and so many other things. Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin are here to talk about why it's NOT too late; in fact, it really is never too late to start growing.

We've all heard the word nostalgia, but do we know what it means, or even whether it is a good thing or a bad thing? Let's talk about what this word means, and how we can engage in nostalgia in a way that is beneficial for us.

We talk a lot about communication skills on our show and Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin thought it would be helpful to have one episode totally dedicated to some particularly helpful communication skills that may help to enhance your relationships. We hope that you find this helpful!

Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin always enjoy learning what it takes to do different jobs, anything from being a physician to a crane operator. Today they discuss what it takes to become a therapist. We hope that you enjoy this episode and that it gives you a little insight into the long and arduous process of becoming a helper.

No one likes talking about suicide--It's not a fun conversation, but it is a vitally important one. It can be really scary to simply think about talking to someone who is suicidal! We want to help equip you with a few tools to help you feel just a little more confident if this situation ever arises for you. We want you to know that you can call or text 911 to seek immediate help, you can call the...

Disappointment can be painful; it is also something that everyone feels from time to time. Today Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin discuss what we can do when we feel disappointment and how to work through the pain rather than "getting over it."

Self-Soothing often has a loaded connotation to it. Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin discuss why that is and where self-soothing fits into the picture of living an emotionally and mentally healthy life!

We have all been there at one point in time: the point where you feel like you've done all you can, given it everything you have, and yet it still isn't enough. What do you do with that feeling? How do you keep going, because you know you have to when you feel like you simply... can't? Let's talk about that!

Many adults will remember the comedian Chris Farley who was known for bounding energy and his hilarious sense of physical humor. Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin discuss the circumstances of his death and what it may mean for us and our friends and family.

Erik Erickson was a psychologist who explored the general ways in which human beings developed as people. His stages are held in high regard in the field of counseling and can offer some powerful support to individuals who want to engage in understanding more about how people grow. We also think this can be a powerful tool for understanding for parents. Join Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin as they...

Erik Erickson was a psychologist who explored the general ways in which human beings developed as people. His stages are held in high regard in the field of counseling and can offer some powerful support to individuals who want to engage in understanding more about how people grow. We also think this can be a powerful tool for understanding for parents. Join Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin as they...

Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin discuss the importance of post-traumatic growth and what it means when we go through something traumatic to grow afterwards.

Often times we can forget that educators are people too, with lives and families. Today Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin speak with Bry Shirin about the hard work that goes into being a teacher and how parents and students can support educators throughout the school year.

Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin answer the question: Do we crave power, and if so, why? Join us this week as we discuss a conversation that changes the way we look at our pursuits.

Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin discuss the value of a person, and how hard it can be to see someone's innate value, and how sometimes it can be even harder to see our own.

Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin conclude their discussion on the six core longings. Join them today as they discuss significance and purpose.

Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin continue their series discussing the six core longings. We hope that you engage in this conversation that can change the way you see the world around you, particularly how you are interacting with it.

Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin start a three-part series on the core longings. Today they discuss the core longings Love and Safety. Knowing about the core longings can change the way you see the way you are interacting with the world around you, and we encourage you to engage in the conversation this week and to share it with your friends and family who might benefit from hearing it.

Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin continue their series on emotional intelligence based on Mr. Rogers song "What Do You Do With The Mad That You Feel." Today they talk about Fear.

Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin speak with Kevin Shirin, Trever's father, about edification, the final step in our process of encouragement. We hope that this series has encouraged you and has supported you in your relationships!

Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin continue their discussion about encouragement in this weeks episode; part 4 of a 5 part series on the steps of encouragement. You may think the buck stops here, but we think there is far more to this conversation than we might think at first! Join us.

Dr. Mayfield and Trever Shirin continue their discussion about encouragement. Not only what encouragement is but why it is important. Join them this week as they discuss the second step in the process of encouragement: Affirmation.