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Author: Jen Hyatt

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Roll the dice and venture forth into "The Nerdie Therapist," where therapy meets enchantment and creativity flourishes. Guided by Jen Hyatt, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from the mystical shores of sunny California, this podcast is your portal to a world where the mundane, heroic, and mystical realms merge seamlessly.

At The Nerdie Therapist (TNT), we explore the rich tapestry of psychotherapy, blending ancient lore with modern innovation to forge a unique path on the therapeutic quest. Each episode is a vibrant gathering of authenticity and unconventional methods, crafted to empower and inspire therapists, mental health professionals, and all adventurers drawn to the weaving together of psychology, fandom, and mysticism.

Travel with us on a journey through the magical landscapes of mental health and wellness. From epic tales of resilience in therapy to strategies for personal and professional growth, "The Nerdie Therapist" invites you to channel wisdom, compassion, and geeky enthusiasm. Navigate the depths of the human experience and discover your inner hero with every tale told.

Join our community of mystical seekers by subscribing to "The Nerdie Therapist." Never miss an episode of this enchanting adventure as we continue to conjure wonders together, challenging the conventional realms of mental health. Tune in, and let’s shake things up in the most magical way possible.

TOS (2022-2023): Therapists Off Script is a podcast designed with therapists in mind as we discuss all things psychotherapy practice…the good, the bad, and the truly mind blowing adventure of being a therapist in process as we dive deep, join together, and empower others for the journey of a lifetime. 

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Send us a textWelcome, Haven Mystics and Weavers of the Mind! 🧙‍♀️🧙‍♂️ Step into the enchanted halls of The Nerdie Therapist as we dive into another magical journey! This episode takes you straight into the heart of Hogwarts, where Hermione Granger faces one of her greatest foes yet: the Dragon of Perfectionism. 🐉✨In today’s episode, we weave powerful mental health strategies through the lens of Harry Potter magic:🧠 Navigating the Maze of Overthinking — Cast Lumos with Hermione:Learn how...
Send us a textWelcome, Haven Mystics and Weavers of the Mind! 🧙‍♀️🧙‍♂️ Embrace the magic of summer with The Nerdie Therapist! Join our summer circle under the grand canopy of TNT as we conjure powerful mental health and wellness spells. 🌿✨In this spellbinding episode, we dive into the magical arts of flourishing during the summer season, inspired by our favorite superheroes:🔮 Mastering the Art of Scheduling—With Doctor Strange: Learn the secrets to bending time and managing your schedule with...
Send us a textWelcome back to another exciting episode of "The Nerdie Therapist"! In this episode, we are exploring the vital and dynamic world of multicultural mental health and wellness. Join us as we sit down with a league of extraordinary mental health psychotherapists who specialize in multicultural counseling.We will dive into the importance of understanding cultural backgrounds in mental health, highlighting the challenges and barriers faced by individuals from diverse backgrounds. Our...
Send us a text🌟 Welcome, Haven Mystics and Weavers of the Mind! 🌟✨ Dive into Part Two of our Summer Slowdown Series on The Nerdie Therapist Podcast! ✨This week, we’re exploring how to find calm and clarity in our practices by channeling the wisdom of our favorite superheroes. 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️As the summer sun shines brightly, many therapists find their practices easing into a slower pace. In this captivating episode of "The Nerdie Therapist," we dive into how to transform these serene months into opp...
Send us a textAs the summer sun casts its long shadows, many therapists find their practices slowing down. In this enchanting episode of "The Nerdie Therapist," we explore how to turn these quieter months into periods of growth and renewal. Join us as we draw inspiration from iconic superheroes to navigate the summer slowdown effectively. From Superman's Fortress of Solitude to Batman's strategic financial planning, and Iron Man's tech-savvy marketing, we'll provide you with actionable s...
Send us a textUpdate: Hey there! Good news - you can still catch up on past episodes of Therapists Off Script as The Nerdie Therapist continues her journey with upcoming episodes. So, go ahead and dive into the old episodes whenever you like, and keep an eye out for new ones dropping too!Hang Out with Jen Hyatt & Alyx Duckering as we say goodbye, updates, and share where to find us next.In this episode Jen & Alyx talk about:Balance in life and alignment with valuesSelecting the ...
Send us a textHang Out with Jen & Alyx as we discuss "Engaging Wellness: Harnessing the Time Energy Matrix" and Balance within the Mental Health FieldIn this episode Jen & Alex talk about:Four QuadrantsZombie BrainSocial Constructs and ConstraintsSocial ComparisonsSeasons of SchedulingQ.U.O.T.E of clinical documentationAcceptance and Commitment Therapy Tools (Flavor and Savor)Physical/ Behavioral, Emotional/ Feeling/Mood, and Mental/ Cognitive Domains Nutritional Intake, Movement...
Send us a textHang Out with Jen & Alyx as we discuss "Forecasting Mental Health in 2023."In this episode Jen & Alex talk about:TelehealthVirtual GamingVirtual RealityPower of Social MediaSupervision OnlineComplexities and Blessings of Modern Life as a TherapistMarketing ChangesWork/ Life BalanceBurnoutErgonomics of Online PracticeBig TechSocially Connecting versus IsolatingAbundance Mindset versus Scarcity MindsetGenerational InfluencesFreedom as a Therapist (as aligned with values)In...
Send us a textHang Out with Jen & Alyx as we discuss the S's of SessionsIn this episode Jen & Alex talk about:SchedulingShuffleStructureScreeningStackingStrategiesInstagramJen at StormHaven_CounselingWellnessAlyx at AlyxAuthenticallyJen's PracticeJennifer HyattJen's Group PracticeStorm Haven, Counseling & WellnessAlyx's PracticeAlyx DuckeringPodcast Link:Listen now on your favorite podcast platform or by visiting http://therapistsoffscript.com Resources Mentioned:TimeQube ACT Aunt...
Send us a textHang Out with Jen & Alyx as we discuss Navigating the Shark Infested Waters of Mental Health: Be the BattleshipIn this episode Jen & Alex talk about:Obstacles in the Mental Health FieldAvoid the Churnmills When the Measure Becomes the Target it Ceases to be a Good MeasureConnecting with Positive SourcesNavigating Change: Who is Steering the Ship?Are you on the Titanic or a Battleship?Mission, Vision, and ValuesMission: it is the why they exist (it is what is visible...
Send us a textHang Out with Jen & Alyx as we discuss the ins and outs of mental health assessments 😊 In this episode Jen & Alex talk about:AssessmentUnraveling the Client NarrativeIncorporating GamesBuilding RapportPreliminary DiagnosisMeeting Medical NecessityHolistic versus Medical MindsetsHousekeeping Discussions (Legal and Ethical)Setting the Framework of Session OneBuilding the Foundation before the HouseIssuing a SuperbillSuicidal Ideation (SI) and Homicidal Ideation (HI)Sa...
Send us a textHang Out with Jen & Alyx as they discuss navigating the intake and consultation call with new clients.In this episode Jen & Alex discuss:In the shoes of a new client within intake and consultation callsThe path to finding a good match client and therapistVirtual therapy as a lifestyle versus in person (benefits and costs)Time and energy exertion within finding a therapist/ getting servicesTransference and CountertransferenceThe 5 senses engagement within a sessionThe 4 c...
Send us a textHang Out with Jen & Alyx as we Level Up and Wrap Up Season One 😊 In this episode Jen & Alex take turns asking questions while sharing some laughs and insights:Get to Know the Therapists Behind Therapists Off ScriptNerdie TherapistsGeek TherapyMario EffectShuttle Up, Shuttle DownWise Mind (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy)People PleasingSorry, Not SorrySetting BoundariesWellness CenterDon't Dim Your Light, Shine BrightPursue Your Dreams Villain or Hero Therap...
Send us a textJoin Jen & Alyx as we discuss the layers that come with perfectionism, people pleasing, and performance anxiety 😊 In this episode:People PleasingPerfectionismPerformance AnxietyCalifornia Board of Behavioral Science (BBS) Test TakingAssessment WritingRust Out to Burn OutHealthy BoundariesFight, Flight, Freeze, Fawn, FlopDialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Distress ToleranceWindow of ToleranceScience of JournalingPower of Self Talk and AffirmationsAcceptance and Commitm...
Send us a textJoin Jen & Alyx as we discuss all things marketing as a psychotherapist 😊 There is a plethora of things to consider within marketing. Alyx and Jen discuss the following marketing topics from the base of California including:Marketing SkillsFilling up practice client caseloadGood happens in ripplesBrainstorming sourcesAuthentic MarketingMarketing across different practice settingsInsurance versus self-pay client considerationsReframing marketing skills as a provide...
Send us a textJoin Jen & Alyx as we discuss all things Continuing Education, Self Care, and Real Life Despite Reel Life 😊 We each have our own quest to travel that is full of dragons as we seek to level up and become an Optimized Therapist in life and practice.To Certify or Not?Compasses in LifeContinuing Education Information and OptionsDeciding what and where to learn to support your pathIKIGAIMission, Vision, Values, PassionOpposite ActionChoice PointsEnergy Givers and Energy Take...
Send us a textJoin Jen & Alyx as we discuss all things client termination 😊 There is a multitude of things to consider as clients head towards discharge and we do our best to cover the ins and outs for our clients best interest and benefit.TerminationBeginning with the End in MindClient Check InImposter SyndromeRisks and BenefitsBooster SessionsTherapist StyleTherapist OrientationLogistics of Beginning TherapyRelationship RupturesSchedulingFish Tanks Stages of ReadinessLevels of...
Send us a textJoin Jen and Alyx as we discuss Seasons of a Therapist: Path to Licensure (Part Three) and Becoming a SupervisorEverything you need to know as you head towards being a Licensed Mental Health Professional with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (California)Podcast Link:Listen now on your favorite podcast platform or by visiting http://therapistsoffscript.com Resources Mentioned:Therapist Development CenterDr. Ben Caldwell with Ben Caldwell Labs (Facebook)Track Your HoursAATBSMusic ...
Send us a textJoin Jen and Alyx as we discuss Seasons of a Therapist: Path to Licensure (Part Two) The Associate PathEverything you need to know as you enter into being a Registered Associate with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (California)Podcast Link:Listen now on your favorite podcast platform or by visiting http://therapistsoffscript.com Resources Mentioned:Therapist Development CenterDr. Ben Caldwell with Ben Caldwell Labs (Facebook)Track Your HoursAATBSMusic by Thunderbird Ooyy via Ep...
Send us a textJoin Jen and Alyx as we discuss Seasons of a Therapist: Path to Licensure (Part One) Topics: · Importance of connection and network of support along your path to licensure· Learning from others who have traveled the path without a time machine· Hearing a former trainees experience · When practicum starts in grad school· When you begin seeing “real clients”·&nb...
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