University Counseling Podcast

In this episode, we talk about some helpful information for finding a therapist and getting started in therapy.

In this episode, you will learn about the Drama Triangle and how to move into The Empowerment Dynamic.

This is a general overview of sex positivity as described by two OSU Student Counseling Center interns. In this podcast, they seek to empower listeners in their choices to engage (or not) in sexual activities. 

A counselor walks you through ratio breathing. This deep breathing technique may help with a person's anxiety and stress levels. Music by Leaving Things Behind Richard Smithson @   Leaving Things Behind by Richard Smithson • Free Music For Creators • Uppbeat

Jessica Santiago, M.Ed., and Melissa Ward, M.S., explore the pros and cons of body positivity. They discuss how body positivity can be a useful framework for improving body image, while also having important limitations. The concepts of fat positivity, radical body positivity, and body neutrality are explored as an adjunctive to body positivity. 

In this episode, a counselor encourages the listener to take a break and reflect on providing self-compassion.  Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/only-you License code: W8ZH76SMJMXVMWQS

In this episode, a counselor briefly talks about one of the ways to challenge negative thoughts and self-talk. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/yeti-music/turn-away License code: 2X2R3OLXS8ML5F5O

This episode includes an interview with an international graduate student from South Asia, who we'll call "Sam." He will share what his experience was like reaching out to a therapist, and how this was impacted by his culture. A gentle reminder that this is just one person's experience, and will not apply to everyone. 

A counselor guides the listener through a brief guided mindful body relaxation breathing exercise.  Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/sanchii/aurora License code: S4PGOARUCMYJVPF4

In this episode, a counselor talks about how journaling can helpful and the variety of ways a person can journal.  Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/zayner/babel License code: IVAWJGIF3ITFQVCU

A counselor guides the listener in a breathing exercise that focuses on mindful breath and relaxing the neck and shoulders. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/caleb-fincher/reach License code: PA59WGZUG2A2ILRP

In this episode, a counselor provides some strategies to help increase time management skills.   Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hemlock/every-heartbeat License code: PBT7VN3UOH0VAHMB

You can learn the ABC of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). You can use the ABC model to help you challenge irrational thoughts as well as learn cognitive distortions. This allows you to restructure these beliefs and adapt a healthier response. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/clear-sky License code: 9KZS8N0PP08L7EFI

A counselor talks about identifying and communicating living expectations, expressing your needs, and addressing concerns with roommate(s).

Ever feel like you just can't accept something? Want to be more accepting of a situation, emotion, or relationship? Give this quick podcast a listen and see how to engage in acceptance skills to make life a little easier. Acceptance as a therapeutic technique is empirically supported and can help with anxiety, rumination, overthinking, and depressive symptoms! 

A counselor walks you through a brief walking meditation. Music by Leaving Things Behind Richard Smithson @   Leaving Things Behind by Richard Smithson • Free Music For Creators • Uppbeat

Welcome back OSU Students! A counselor briefly talks about experiencing stress in college and ways to cope with it. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/together License code: 9RXBE3H1BK96GHWR

Take a quick break from stress with a counselor! Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/lane-king/rising-sun License code: HEVVLGGLTLBMIB0T

In this episode, we will be exploring what healthy boundaries are and how to set them with people in your life. If you want more information on boundaries, check out the book Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Tawaab or follow her on Instagram. 

Take a moment out of your day to relax and focus on your breathing with a counselor.  Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/jacob-nicou/between License code: JSCBS11JNXZRFHK5

Stressed? A counselor guides the listener through a brief guided breathing exercise to help decrease stress and feel more relaxed.  Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/kisnou/let-go License code: NAXGTCUHMWG3FXTE

Do you feel yourself having issues with trusting others or even yourself? Listen to this episode to learn how to start looking for trustworthy qualities in others!

A counselor guides the listener through a brief self-love meditation. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-smithson/leaving-things-behind License code: KGMA1G3YL7TPUWXP

In this episode, a counselor revisits a previous podcast topic, however, adds music to help further ground the listener while engaging in a 5-4-3-2-1 grounding exercise. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ak/sky-high License code: 8BAZNP1K3SJAHFFL

A counselor discusses what a coping skill is and the different types of coping skills.