What the Feels

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the Disney Pixar film, "Monsters, Inc."  with friend and fellow therapist, Shayna Hill. Shayna is a trained multicultural counselor who honors diversity and broaches it therapeutically. We are all dealt a special hand that shapes how we experience the world and how the world sees us. She affirms the identities that are important to clients...

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the characters of the Harry Potter Franchise with friend and fellow therapist, Kelsey D'Amore. Kelsey is passionate about supporting children, teens, and adults in the North Texas area. She works with clients of all ages, from as young as three through late adulthood. She is very familiar with competitive sports community in North Texas, pl...

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the Disney Pixar movie "Brave"  with friend and fellow therapist, Shannon Higgins-Hailey. We discuss family dynamics, communication, Celtic traditions, and of course, Girl Power! Shannon Higgins-Hailey is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in individual, family therapy, adolescent therapy, her trademark "Moxie Recovery Program"...

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the novel "Peter Pan" by J.M. Barrie with friend and fellow therapist, Rachel Preston. We discuss the complexities of the themes in the novel that tend to differ from the classic film.  Art Credit: Melissa Adams    melissaadams.work Music Credit: CRMZN Follow them on Spotify! If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast,...

In this episode of "What The Feels", I talk about self-love and self-discovery using the movie, "Eat, Pray, Love". This movie shows a journey of Liz Gilbert took to learn how to fall back in love with herself by traveling to find nourishment, a connection with herself and a higher power, and love. Art Credit: Melissa Adams   melissaadams.work Music Credit: CRMZN- follow them on Spotify! Disclaimer...

In this episode of "What The Feels", we discuss the Millennial classic, "Mean Girls" with Alyssa Williamson, LPC. This movie gives us insight to the high school scene of cliques and trying to fit in. Although the movie does not give us ALL the information, we expand the conversation to deeper themes talking about everything from safety to disordered eating.  TW: In this episode, we talk about dati...

In this episode of "What the Feels" we are talking about the Disney hit "Encanto" with friend and grief coach Kendra Rinaldi. We discuss the family's journey of generational trauma and grief. This movie also gives us a message of staying true to ourselves, even when we feel like we don't fit in.  Kendra  Rinaldi is a grief and life transitions coach and podcast host of Grief, Gratitude and the Gra...

Art Credit: Melissa Adams     melissaadams.work Music Credit: CRMZN- follow them on Spotify! Disclaimer: Listening to this podcaast is nnot a substitute for therapy. If you have feelings come up that feel overwhelming while listening to toady's podcacst, please go to Psychology Today to search for a therapist near you.

In this episode of "What the Feels" we are talking about "Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium" with friend and fellow therapist, Kiri Meyer. We go on a journey to a magical toy store and it's whimsical proprietor, Mr. Magorium. This movie allows us to have a great conversation about anticipatory grief.  Kiri is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin and Nationally Certified Counselor -trained a...

In this episode, we will be discussing Disney's "Frozen 2" with Niki Paulhus. As our second movie in the month of November, which is National Child Grief Awareness Month, we continue on Anna and Elsa's journey of grief and self discovery. Niki is a Dallas native and is an amazing engineer...and one of Bryna's best friends! She graduated from Southern Methodist University in 2014 with a BS in Mecha...

In this episode of "What The Feels" we are talking about Little Women! Our main points of discussion with special guest Cara DiPietro will focus around the most recent Little Women movie from 2019 and the musical. Join us as we navigate the ins and outs of the March family dynamics! Cara Rose DiPietro is a New York City based actress, but will forever be a Boston girl at heart! She recently gradua...

In this episode, we will be discussing Disney Pixar's "Coco" with Whitney Garcia, LMT. Join us on Miguel's journey to the land of the dead and the family dynamics that travel with him! Whitney Garcia is a Licensed Massage Therapist and owner of Wild Rose Massage Therapy.  Whitney Garcia was born and raised in Las Vegas, and now calls Texas home.  It was massage therapy that helped her cope with mu...

In this episode, we will be discussing Disney Pixar's "Inside Out." Join us on a journey into Riley's brain as we discuss the different feelings she experiences along the way! Art Credit: Melissa Adams   Website: melissaadams.work Music Credit: CRMZN- follow them on Spotify! Disclaimer: Listening to this podcast is not a substitue for therapy. If you have feelings come up that feel overwhelming wh...

Before we jump into the podcast, I wanted to give a little insight as to why I created this pod and why I am an advocate for mental health! Art credit: Melissa Adams   Website: melissaadams.work Music Credit: CRMZN Follow them on Spotify!  

What the Feels is a new podcast headed to the airwaves Fall of 2022. We will be talking about movies, books, and shows and how they comment on and have impacted our mental health. Join me, Bryna, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and my guests on a journey to unravel mental health themes of the media we consume on a daily basis. We hope this witty banter can prove to be entertaining as wel...