The Therapy 365 Podcast

In this episode, Lisa suggests that people who have low self-esteem are social chameleons who are uncertain about their identities and tend to be people-pleasers. They are adept at sensing other people's emotions and needs but often neglect their own feelings and desires to avoid conflict. Due to their adaptability, "chameleons" may attract people who are emotionally unhealthy and demand a lot of...

In this episode, Lisa discusses five ways to stay calm when the world doesn't feel calm. We have all gone through many undulations of stressful situations in recent memory, therefore Lisa believes it would be great to address this topic. Her tools include focused breathing, creating structures, naming your emotions, watching out for cognitive distortions, and finding the right self-care practice f...

This time on The Therapy 365 podcast, Lisa is going to talk about four ways to know you are living an authentic life. Authenticity in a person's daily life is a congruence between their beliefs and values and an alignment in their inner and outer worlds. There is a synchronicity between who you are and how you show up in the world, so living inauthentically can be a disconnect within yourself.

Couples therapy can be a valuable step towards a healthier relationship, but it's crucial to avoid common mistakes that can limit its effectiveness. In this episode, we discuss three such pitfalls: 1) not being open to the big picture of the relationship, 2) having an urgency to complete the counseling process, and 3) over-reliance on the therapist to change the relationship. By addressing these i...

Today, Lisa will be answering a question frequently asked by her listeners, which is along the lines of, "I'm uncomfortable with my boyfriend's relationship with his female friend." Her focus will mainly be on the girlfriend's emotional safety, her assertiveness, and the boyfriend's overall lack of empathy for his partner's discomfort. 

Lisa introduces six reasons why a person might consider therapy beneficial. Low self-esteem, an inability to regulate emotions, difficulties with possessiveness and jealousy, and excessive worry are some of these causes. People can better understand their belief systems, personal histories, and actions by discussing these topics with a therapist, who can help them develop a new outlook on life.

Before getting married, it is critical to assess certain fundamentals so that you can gain clarity and prepare for a successful conjugal life. For Lisa, there are 5 particular areas that couples should consider before tying the knot or settling into a long-term relationship.

Lisa addresses a common question that she receives from her love and life toolbox readers, which is how to sustain a relationship with a very busy partner. Since she has received several versions of this question, she breaks it down into three different scenarios.

Everyone worries from time to time, and it is an intrinsic part of being human. That's why today's focus is on worry. From what it is to when worry serves you to when worry is problematic, to where excessive worry or anxiety comes from to ways to handle it, Lisa covers it all in this episode.

Emotional safety is Lisa's favorite relationship topic as it is the foundation of secure, loving, and connected relationships. When a couple feels emotionally safe, they feel heard and understood, which makes them trust each other, feel prioritized by one another, and ultimately feel mutually loved.

Today, Lisa dives deep into the nature of perfectionism by highlighting its true meaning, where it originates and why it can be problematic. She also shares a few tips on how you can move away from the need to be perfect and adapt to a more balanced approach.

On the very first episode of The Therapy 365 Podcast, Lisa discusses the steps one can take to begin to improve their emotional health and relationships.