The Therapy Podcast

Welcome back to another episode where we'll talk about one of the most common mental health issues. It is so prevalent and underlies various other disorders. Can you honestly say you never dabbled? Let's figure out the ins and outs of depression and maybe even discover people who don't enjoy any music at all. For real. Enjoy! Feel free to reach out to me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Adver...

Welcome back! In this episode, we talk about the spectrum of anxiety disorders culminating with the grand finale: Trichotillomania, otherwise known as hair-pulling disorder. As always, feel free to reach out to me with your comments and questions at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

And we're back! In this episode, we talk about Social Anxiety Disorder. Let's try to develop an understanding of what its symptoms are, how to treat it, and so more! Feel free to email me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, we will talk about the trajectory setup of group therapy leaders and directives on how to lead a successful group session. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, we discuss the delicate ethical issues confronted when dealing with intimate relationship therapy. Feel free to reach out to me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

You can't become a therapist without supervision at some point. This phase involves a plethora of complications so buckle up as we go through them! Feel free to reach out to me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Welcome to another episode where we talk about the qualities of competence and some of the key elements you want to see in your therapist. Feel free to reach out to me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, continuing along the lines of legal matters in therapy, we cover the basic guidelines of confidentiality and when it is appropriate and even required to breach. We also touch on signs and symptoms of suicidal tendencies. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Let's talk about qualitative research, when we research using first-hand observation, interviews, questionnaires, focus groups, participant-observation, recordings made in natural settings, documents, and artifacts. Email at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Let's talk about rewriting the stories that we play in our heads. This postmodern therapy model is effective, future-focused, and empowering. Let me know what you think at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we do something a little different and take apart the character Brian Johnson from the teen film classic The Breakfast Club (1985). We talk about his physical development and cognitive development compared to the adolescent psychological standards. Let me know what you think at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com...

In this podcast, we talk a little bit about existentialism and how it manifests in the counseling world. Email me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Welcome to the world of the adolescent! Let's take a look behind the scenes at this stage in life and discuss some of the perks of becoming a teen. Email me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Alfred Adler introduces a form of phenomenological therapy that focuses on encouragement and introduced new concepts such as family constellation and more! Email me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Carl Rogers opened up our understanding of counseling and the value of person-centered therapy. Today we talk about the value of empathy and how the relationship itself can be a healing mechanism itself. Email me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Let's take a look at psychoanalytical therapy and some of the treasures it offers. We look at the Ego Defense Mechanisms (EDM) the basic goals of a psychoanalytical psychotherapy session. Email me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this super tired rendition, I trudge through some of the back story and ideologies of the 2 great sculptors of our view on childhood development. Vygotsky believed that cognitive development varied across cultures, whereas Piaget claimed that all children pass through a number of universal stages of cognitive development. Email me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcirc...

It's no secret that therapy comes in many forms. Today we talk about some of our options and their inception. Email me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this week's podcast, we discuss the magic of the Samurai masters, discovering our inner magic, and developing ourselves, talents, and building schedules. Email me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

As we continue to scratch a little more of the surface, we differentiate between empathy and sympathy and identify when to use which and when not to. The deafening power of silence! Sympathy micro-skills! How to rephrase and reflect! Email me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

And finally we begin talking about feelings! There is no force in the toolbox of a counselor greater than simple, not so simple, empathy. Let's talk about listening! Email me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In what will probably be the last official episode in our self-sanity journey, we talk about the emotional repercussions of sleep and a few ideas on how we can improve our sleep quality and quantity, and thereby our emotional wellbeing.  Email me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this installment of our self-sanity series, we talk a little about the effects of dieting on not just our physical health but our mental health as well! We'll share a bunch of diet hacks to take the first step towards healthy eating habits. Email me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In our third installment, we talk about the benefits of exercise pertaining specifically to our mental health and offer a bunch of fun and easy ways to involve it in our daily schedules. Email me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode we talk about the necessity and benefits of finding a peaceful moment in a very busy world. We talk about focusing on what we think we are already "focusing" on. Check out our 3 minute meditation podcast on your most convenient podcast platform! https://open.spotify.com/show/7DSyencCZ4KbY0hR29PHho Email me at askmetherapy@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.c...