Things You Learn in Therapy

Michele Mani joins the podcast again to continue talking about self-disclosure. Goodness...she is SO BRILLIANT as she shares how to meaningfully lean in to this part of the therapy process. Listeners, I am ever grateful for you and your support!This podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcastFeel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.comIf you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ooy8QirpgL2JSLhP6Support the showwww.bethtrammell.com

I am so grateful for my guest, Sierra Dator, for coming on the show to talk about the heaviness that our teen girls are experiencing in the last 5 years. Depression and suicide are continually on our radar as mental health professionals - and now...as parents, we must face these hard conversations! Listen as we share our helpful tips for teen depression and suicide. Below are links that we reference in the show!For Wise Girl Workshops https://wisegirlworkshops.comFor Therapy https://www.sierradator.com/Wise Girl Workshops Facebook  Wise Girl Workshops InstagramLink to purchase "Teen Sadness, Angst, and Depression Talk"Mayo Clinic List of Depression Symptomswww.makewordsmatterforgood.comSupport the showwww.bethtrammell.com

Michele Mani joins the podcast to talk about self-disclosure. This tool is so often used in therapy, but as you’ll hear in this episode, there is A LOT to unpack about its use. I’m so thankful that Michele came today to share her expertise in ways that will make us all better! My favorite part was her reminder that there’s a difference between psychological scars and psychological wounds. Ugh! SO GOOD! Be on the lookout for additional episodes with Michele as we continue to discuss this!Listeners, I am ever grateful for you and your support!This podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcastFeel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.comIf you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ooy8QirpgL2JSLhP6Support the showwww.bethtrammell.com

Imposter syndrome is a common experience for many people, but when I heard my guest, Kindall Tyson, share her thoughts I was moved to reflect on so many things in a new way. I loved how she shared that "everything is useful" and self-challenging questions like "what are some of the challenges I got through to get here?" can be helpful in small ways to overcome imposter syndrome. Most importantly, I am just so grateful to have shared space with Kindall this morning and I know you will be happy you shared space with us also. :) Listeners, I am ever grateful for you and your support!This podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcastFeel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.comIf you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ooy8QirpgL2JSLhP6Support the showwww.bethtrammell.com

Dependence is a dirty word in our society. Independence is the “goal”. But what if it’s not? What if that very way of thinking is the thing that keeps us from having healthy attachments and connection in our relationships? My guest, Liz Polinsky, comes on today to help us see that HEALTHY dependence should be our goal in relationships. And better yet, she shares tips on HOW we can take small steps toward achieving that! What a gift we have in Liz’s invaluable expertise in couples work.Elizabeth Polinsky is a marriage counselor at The Relationship Center in Norfolk, Virginia. She is also the host of The Communicate & Connect Podcast for Military Relationships. Counseling Website: www.ElizabethPolinskyCounseling.comPodcast Website: www.communicateandconnectpodcast.com Facebook & Instagram: @LizPolinskyThis podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcastFeel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.comIf you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ooy8QirpgL2JSLhP6 Support the showwww.bethtrammell.com

Welcome to Season 3! Are you a New Year’s resolution hater? Or do you get super pumped about setting new resolutions each year? Either way, my guest this week, Dr Michael Alcée, joins the podcast to teach us how to bring the humanness to resolutions and goal setting. He’s a psychology, author, TEDx speaker, musician, and all-around brilliant mind. For ideas on how to get past the January 19th “quitters”, listen, comment, like and share!Michael Alcée, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Tarrytown, NY and Mental Health Educator at Manhattan School of Music. He specializes in the psychology of artists and everyday creativity and the professional development of therapists. His contributions have appeared in The Chicago Tribune, The New York Times, The New York Post, NPR, Salon.com, and on the TEDx stage. His book from Norton entitled Therapeutic Improvisation: How to Stop Winging It and Own It as a Therapist is available wherever books are sold.  Book LinkTherapeutic Improvisation Websitehttps://michaelalcee.com/ This podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcast  Feel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.comIf you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ooy8QirpgL2JSLhP6 Support the showwww.bethtrammell.com

My friend and colleague, Lindsay Webster, who is also a school psychologist, joins us this week as we talk all things ADHD. What is it? How do I know? and what can I do about it? I'm grateful for this conversation for many reasons, but mostly because so many people need this information about this condition. This is cross-posted with Kids These Days.As always, thanks for tuning in, folks!! Your support matters more than you know!This podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcastFeel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.comIf you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ooy8QirpgL2JSLhP6Support the showwww.bethtrammell.com

Y'all. I have been WAITING for this episode to drop since I recorded it. I haven't been able to get this episode out of my mind. And I am continually STILL fighting to prioritize my own comfort. You will NOT want to miss SO.MUCH.GOOD. from this episode. This is cross-posted with Kids These Days - but just go ahead and listen again if you heard it over there the first time...it's worth it!We spend particular attention to our bodies and physical comfort - and how it impacts our overall mood (and day...and relationships!). Here is a bit more about Victoria: Revive Counseling and Consulting - Online Counseling in Louisiana (revivepractice.com)As always, thanks for tuning in, folks!! Your support matters more than you know!This podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcastFeel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.comIf you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ooy8QirpgL2JSLhP6Support the showwww.bethtrammell.com

Dr. Paula Kline is BACK! I always love my time with Dr. Paula because she brings such a depth of understanding people and how we interact with the world. This time, she shares about meaning making for therapists. If you are a therapist/psychologist - this is a MUST LISTEN. But even if you aren't, this is just such a relatable episode for so many reasons because she always ties everything back to making meaning - which matters to all of us. Thank you, Dr. Paula Kline for joining this week!As always, thanks for tuning in, folks!! Your support matters more than you know!This podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcastFeel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.comIf you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ooy8QirpgL2JSLhP6Support the showwww.bethtrammell.com

Burnout affects so many professions (and people!). I am so grateful for my amazingly healing guest today, Maureen Clancy, who joins the podcast to talk about burnout and what we can do about it. You won't want to miss this one!As always, thanks for tuning in, folks!! Your support matters more than you know!This podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcastFeel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.comIf you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ooy8QirpgL2JSLhP6Support the showwww.bethtrammell.com

Neurodivergent kids and those with complex medical issues can add enormous challenges to parents. My guest this week, Danielle Peters, shares her expertise in helping parents to feel empowered and hopeful as they navigate the challenging days and nights with a child with special needs. I remember thinking it was such a gift for her to share these insights, because too often, we overlook these everyday challenges, forgetting how impactful they are.  I am thankful for this episode and its ability to create compassion and practical advice for parents. This is cross-posted with my other podcast: Kids These DaysAs always, thanks for tuning in, folks!! Your support matters more than you know!This podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcastFeel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.comIf you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ooy8QirpgL2JSLhP6Support the showwww.bethtrammell.com

"Conflict is inevitable." WOWZA. Take a deep breath and realize that conflict WILL happen in your relationships. It's just about learning how to make conflict work well for you and your friend/partner/spouse. This episode, Rachel Elder, joins the podcast to shares some of the best advice on conflict that I have heard! You won't want to miss her three pieces of advice on getting through conflict well, and actually embracing those differences! This is cross-posted with my other podcast Kids These Days. Thank you, Rachel, for sharing your wisdom today!  For more about Rachel - and to join one of her couples' retreats... :) ...check out her website Rachel Elder CoachingThis podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcastFeel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.comIf you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ooy8QirpgL2JSLhP6Support the showwww.bethtrammell.com

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I still get goosebumps when I listen to this episode. This was one of the most powerful and vulnerable interviews I have done where my guest, Lianna Purjes, shared some of the deepest parts of herself as a child of an alcoholic mother. Listen as she shares her truth about feelings growing up with her mother, as well as the constant battle that family members face when their loved ones are in the depths of addiction. It's with such a humble, grateful heart that I share this episode with you all.To learn more about Lianna - check out her website www.fuzzysockstherapy.com  This podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcastFeel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.comIf you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ooy8QirpgL2JSLhP6 Support the showwww.bethtrammell.com

Cross listed with my other podcast (Launched about a month ago on Kids These Days...)My guest, the amazing perinatal specialist (and AUTHOR!) - Megan MacCutcheon, shares incredible information that is crucial to better pregnancies, childbirth and post-partum. It can be uncomfortable for all people - even confrontational - when we don't spend time talking about things that matter to both the pregnant woman (and her family members!).  Megan shares practical strategies for how to communicate, what to say, and how to advocate for both physical and emotional wellness. You can find her online at www.meganmaccutcheon.com and download her free guides at www.meganmaccutcheon.com/resourcesand more about Dr. Beth Trammell atMake Words Matter - Making Words Matter for Good with kids (makewordsmatterforgood.com)This podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcastFeel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.comIf you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ooy8QirpgL2JSLhP6Support the showwww.bethtrammell.com

I was thrilled to have Dr. Michael Alcee on the show again and he came this time to talk about how OCD is a SUPERPOWER. I really appreciated his take on how to re-conceptualize those obsessions and compulsions in a new way! Listen as he shares such brilliant ideas about the differences between OCD and OCPD, as well as many other nuggets of #thingsyoulearnintherapy .You can learn more about Dr. Michael Alcee at https://michaelalcee.com/This podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcast Feel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.comIf you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ooy8QirpgL2JSLhP6 Support the showwww.bethtrammell.com

This episode is all about "right-sizing" your life. Who knew that was even a thing?!?  Nicole McNelis joins the podcast to share her process for moving through life in a way that honors who we are and what we want our life to be. Her three-step model - A.C.A. - is threaded with self-compassion and practical ways to implement this model in everyday interactions and decisions. This episode is also cross-listed on my other podcast, Kids These Days, because I believe it is powerful for this audience as well!!You can learn more about Nicole  at www.nicolemcnelis.comand more about Dr. Beth Trammell atMake Words Matter - Making Words Matter for Good with kids (makewordsmatterforgood.com)As always, thanks for tuning in folks!! Your support matters more than you know! Listen, comment, like and SHARE!This podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcastFeel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.comIf you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ooy8QirpgL2JSLhP6Support the showwww.bethtrammell.com

There are often so many questions around starting, and engaging, in therapy "correctly." From both the client and therapist perspective!! When should I see someone? Am I doing this right? Am I able to help this person? Is this therapist able to help me? My mentee, and amazing therapist friend, Sunnie Allen, joins me on the show this week to talk all of these things!  As I was re-listening, I was just so connected to this idea of remembering my authentic self - in so many ways. Thank you, Sunnie, for sharing your gifts as you talk about #thingsyoulearnintherapy.Find out more about Sunnie at Mental Health | Sun Light Wellness, LLC | Richmondand more about Dr. Beth Trammell at Make Words Matter - Making Words Matter for Good with kids (makewordsmatterforgood.com)This podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcastFeel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.comIf you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ooy8QirpgL2JSLhP6Support the showwww.bethtrammell.com

What a gift it is to interview my dear friend and psychologist, Dr. Paula Kline. This episode will ROCK.YOUR.WORLD. in the VERY BEST WAY! She explores the emotions, how we are always emoting, and ways to help address those big feelings we all experience. Her expertise is clear, yet humanly approachable - and it's why I have selected her episode to kick off the second season. But don't worry - this season's guests are FULL of the most amazing #thingsyoulearnintherapy. Tune in each week as we explore something new and meaningful for the world of mental wellness.As always, thanks for tuning in folks!! Your support matters more than you know!You can learn more about Dr. Paula Kline at www.reflectpc.comThis podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcastFeel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.comIf you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ooy8QirpgL2JSLhP6Support the showwww.bethtrammell.com

SO.... Forgive me, friends. This one got lost in the shuffle! We recorded at the very beginning of summer and I just forgot to send it to the editor. Here's a little teaser for the launch of season TWO - coming in the next couple of weeks!!Thank you, Michèle Mani, for joining me on the podcast and engaging in this conversation about supervision and safe and effective use of self. It is really something not a lot of people talk about, yet it is a CRITICAL part of our profession. The idea of safe and effective use of self is one that many people maybe haven't heard of - and now will know more about! Thank you!Here is how you can find Michèle and more about her:Michèle Mani, M.Ed., Registered Psychotherapist, CCC, Counselling, Psychotherapy & Supervisionhttps://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapists/michele-mani-toronto-on/944718https://www.instagram.com/heytherapist/?hl=enhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mich%C3%A8le-maniThis podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcastFeel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at Beth@makewordsmatterforgood.comIf you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ooy8QirpgL2JSLhP6Support the showwww.bethtrammell.com