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Confessions of a Counsellor

Author: Janice Lyons

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"Confessions of a Counsellor" is about mental health in bite-size chunks. Janice Lyons is not just a therapist but shares real-life self-help. Let's talk about therapy, counselling, and life tools/ tips to use every day in five minutes or less. I'm glad you're here :)

In case you're curious, I am an introvert (INFJ) and a lover of chocolate, a good book, and fluffy animals!

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In today's episode, Janice discusses two skills that support the therapeutic journey and help the client make change. --This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns.If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.
In today's episode, Janice shares the analogy she uses to explain brain differences to clients to help you explain it to others, too. --This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns.If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.
In today's episode, Janice talks about how to work with yourself in therapy to overcome the negative self-talk that can come up when doing therapeutic work. --This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns.If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.
In today's episode, Janice discusses how shifting our mindset from perfection to progress can make change much easier and more sustainable. --This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns.If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.
Stay Curious

Stay Curious

2026-02-0604:18

In today's episode, Janice discusses a core value in the therapeutic process: curiosity. -- This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns.If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.
What's the Evidence?

What's the Evidence?

2026-01-3105:44

In today's episode, Janice discusses the tool for finding evidence and how it supports us in our day-to-day lives. --This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns.If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.
New Years Check In

New Years Check In

2026-01-3105:45

In today's episode, Janice talks about New Year's Resolutions and how we can adapt them to work for us. --This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns.If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.
In today's episode, Janice talks about the stories that we tell ourselves that may be causing more harm than helping in the therapeutic setting. --This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns.If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.
In today's episode, Janice shares how slowing down can help, then does some box breathing with you. -- This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns.If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.
Finding the 1% change

Finding the 1% change

2026-01-0204:47

In today's episode, Janice talks about how change can be hard when we try to change everything at once. -- This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns.If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.
In today's episode, Janice highlights her five essential principles that revolutionize her approach to mental health in the therapeutic setting.--This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns.If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.
In today's episode, Janice explores how to acknowledge and repair the small ruptures in relationships. --This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns.If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.
In today's episode, Janice talks about how to integrate self-kindness with the Four Agreements. --This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns.If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.
You are Enough

You are Enough

2025-11-1407:49

In today's episode, Janice talks about her foundational principle that you are enough, just as you are. Period. -- This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns.If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.
In today's episode, Janice talks about her foundational principle that you cannot change someone else's thoughts, feelings, are behaviours and how this influences the therapeutic process. --This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns.If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.
In today's episode, Janice talks about her foundational therapeutic principle of "Happiness is a journey, not a destination" and the impact that this mindset has on the therapeutic process. --This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns.If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.
In today's episode, Janice discusses the foundational principle that people are multifaceted; we are not one thought, feeling, or belief. and the impact this has on the therapeutic process. -- This podcast is intended solely for educational and informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening to it does not create a therapist-client relationship. Always seek guidance from your physician or a qualified mental health professional regarding any medical or mental health issues.
In today's episode, Janice discusses the foundational principle that I have to accept the discomfort of change and the impact this has on the therapeutic process. -- This podcast is intended solely for educational and informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening to it does not create a therapist-client relationship. Always seek guidance from your physician or a qualified mental health professional regarding any medical or mental health issues.
In today's episode, Janice discusses the foundational principle that all feelings are valid, but not all behaviours are, and the impact this has on the therapeutic process. -- This podcast is intended solely for educational and informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening to it does not create a therapist-client relationship. Always seek guidance from your physician or a qualified mental health professional regarding any medical or mental health issues.
Two Things Can be True

Two Things Can be True

2025-10-0305:51

In today's episode, Janice discusses the foundational principle that two things can be true at the same time and the impact this has on the therapeutic process. -- This podcast is intended solely for educational and informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening to it does not create a therapist-client relationship. Always seek guidance from your physician or a qualified mental health professional regarding any medical or mental health issues.
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