Life Is Hard Podcast

Getting Into Grad School is Hard

Curious about how grad school for psychology works? Thinking about possibly starting a career in the mental health field? Need help getting into grad school? Don't even know where to begin? This episode is for you!! Guest Dr. Jenn Gittleman joins Dr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie to discuss all things graduate school in the field of psychology. Dr. Jenn runs Psychology Doctoral Consultants, a company that supports people throughout the process of applying for graduate programs. Resources: Psychdoctoralconsultants@gmail.com psychologydoctoralconsultants.com *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.

Starting a Private Practice is Hard

We are excited to bring on our first guest- Maya Topitzer- to the podcast for this informative conversation about the most important business elements to think about when starting a private practice! Maya is the founder of Breksey, a company that helps therapists manage the business and administrative side of running a practice. Tune in to hear insights from Dr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie, who both run their own practices, and learn all about what Breksey can help you out with!  *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.

Parenting Is Hard

Parenting is the hardest job in the world, and we're here to help! Tune in to this episode to learn some parenting tips, tricks, and scripts from two licensed psychologists who specialize in working with children & parents.  *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.

Holidays Are Hard

Do you ever feel the pressure to "be happy" during the holiday season when you are actually really struggling? You're not alone!! The holidays can be very stressful, overwhelming, and distressing-- something that is felt universally but not talked about enough. On this episode of LIH, Dr. Nicole & Dr. Jackie break down many different reasons why the holidays can be hard and some ideas to help get you through it.  *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.

Perfectionism is Hard

Do you struggle with perfectionism or perfectionistic traits? Do you find making mistakes very distressing? If so, this episode is for you! Dr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie break down all things perfectionism-- what it is, where it comes from, how it can show up, and how to treat it. They also do a mini-role play at the end of the episode where they demonstrate an evidenced- based technique your therapist might use to treat your perfectionism.  *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.