Confessions of a Counsellor

Therapy and Approval 26.05.2023 3:46 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons explores the question of asking for permission and what can be helpful in therapy.

A Therapist Journey 19.05.2023 6:52 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons explores how she became a therapist and the events that led her here.

Therapy and Secrets 12.05.2023 4:54 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons explores the phrase "this is going to around really bad." How this phrase impacts therapy and the therapist.

Repetition and Therapy 04.05.2023 4:46 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons explores the idea of therapists being bored by repeatedly hearing the same stories.

Therapy and Assumptions 27.04.2023 6:21 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons explores how to check in and gather evidence about the assumptions we have.

Therapy and Reassurance 20.04.2023 5:36 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons explores cognitive dissonance and reassurance within the therapeutic relationship.

Mental Health and Needs 13.04.2023 5:29 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons explores what needs are, how to figure out what yours are, and the difference between a need and a request.

Therapy and Advice 06.04.2023 5:16 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons explores the common therapy question of "What should I do?"

Mental Health and Society 10.03.2023 5:48 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons explores how mental health and illness can impact our environment.

Therapy and Embarrassment 03.03.2023 5:54 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons explores how embarrassment and the therapeutic setting interact.

Motherhood and Self-Care 24.02.2023 7:28 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons explores motherhood and how Moms can realistically and within their capacity provide self-care.

Therapy and Self-Worth 17.02.2023 5:34 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons explores the foundation of Self-Worth and how it influences how we feel about ourselves.

Self-Help and Impostor Syndrome 10.02.2023 5:00 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons explores Impostor Syndrome and how this affects our mental health and feelings about ourselves.

Mental Health and the Weather 03.02.2023 5:45 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons explores how our environment and the weather affect our mental health.

Mental Health and Recovery 27.01.2023 5:26 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons explores how the term recovery can describe how we are feeling and share our experiences with those around us.

Therapy and Judgments 20.01.2023 6:30 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons explores how judgements play into our lives and how to live with them.

Mental Health and Shame + Guilt 13.01.2023 5:27 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons defines shame and guilt and explores their impact on the story we tell.

Therapy and Change 06.01.2023 6:18 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons explores her growth as a therapist and her intentions for this year.

Mindfulness: Breathing Benefits 18.11.2022 4:42 ↓

In today's episode, Janice Lyons explores why it's important to integrate our bodies into our therapy experience.

Mindfulness: Why Breathe 11.11.2022 4:26 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons explores why we intentionally breathe in therapy.

Mindfulness: Breathing on Bad Days 04.11.2022 4:37 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons guides you to breathe, even on your bad days.

Mindfulness: Keep Breathing 03.11.2022 3:53 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons guides you through breathing on the tough, busy days, the ones we need to slow down on.

Mindfulness: Alternate Nostril Breathing 21.10.2022 5:09 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons guides you through breathing Alternate Nostril Breathing. This breath is a bit more traditional and has so many great benefits. Remember to give yourself grace as you figure it out.

Mindfulness: Extended Exhales Breath 16.10.2022 6:01 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons guides you through breathing with Extended Exhales - allowing your nervous system to relax and remain calm for longer.

Mindfulness: Pursed Lips Breathing 07.10.2022 4:03 ↓

In today’s episode, Janice Lyons guides you through breathing with Pursed Lips to help alleviate anxiousness or busy thoughts.