Therapists IRL

When Mr. Rogers is NOT Your Neighbor and Oscar the Grouch Would be a Welcome Replacement

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2294467/open_sms] Welcome to Therapists IRL, Episode 46, where Steph takes us on a tour of her neighborhood, introducing us to the colorful cast of characters wreaking havoc on her life (and her poor pooches lives too). Where is Mr. Rogers when we need him? If you've ever been harassed, screamed at, threatened, attacked, or just found yourself on the receiving end of some generally appalling behavior by an unhinged neighbor, this episode is for you.  No therapists were harmed in the making of this episode,  but vulnerability hangovers are real. Please note: While our podcast aims to destigmatize and normalize mental health issues, increase awareness, foster understanding, and offer support with love and laughter, we are not a substitute for professional mental health advice or treatment. [Read our full disclaimer here.] [https://1drv.ms/b/s!AmSBQMQoodw_kxcsPCXLK4s-Ibh2?e=5DcqzH] If you're struggling, we encourage you to reach out to a licensed therapist, counselor, or healthcare provider. If you are in crisis, please contact your local emergency services or a mental health crisis hotline. In the U.S., dial 9-8-8 for immediate services. Remember, your mental health matters, and seeking professional help is a sign of strength. We're here to share stories, insights, and a bit of humor, but your well-being is our top priority. With care, Jen and Steph

TBT - Episode 1- Intros and Mantras and Myths...Oh My!

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2294467/open_sms] Whew! We've managed to keep this going for over a year (limping right along). For TBT, we thought we'd welcome some new listeners with our very first, very awkward Episode 1. Whether you're new here, or have been with us from the start... Welcome to the inaugural episode of "Therapists IRL," the podcast where two seasoned therapists dive headfirst into the ties that bind us all...being human.  In this very first episode, Jen and Steph share a little about themselves, their background as therapists, what motivated them to plunge into the podcast pool (spoiler alert:  to destigmatize mental health issues, normalize struggle, and send a message of hope and healing), and then tackle a few therapy myths desperately in need of debunking. If you're ready for a podcast that feels like a heart-to-heart chat with a friend, grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe even find your own path to therapy enlightenment with Steph and Jen on "Therapists IRL." Because believe it or not, your therapist is human too…We may be a little bit nuts but a lot relatable. No therapists were harmed in the making of this episode,  but vulnerability hangovers are real. Please note: While our podcast aims to destigmatize and normalize mental health issues, increase awareness, foster understanding, and offer support with love and laughter, we are not a substitute for professional mental health advice or treatment. [Read our full disclaimer here.] [https://1drv.ms/b/s!AmSBQMQoodw_kxcsPCXLK4s-Ibh2?e=5DcqzH] If you're struggling, we encourage you to reach out to a licensed therapist, counselor, or healthcare provider. If you are in crisis, please contact your local emergency services or a mental health crisis hotline. In the U.S., dial 9-8-8 for immediate services. Remember, your mental health matters, and seeking professional help is a sign of strength. We're here to share stories, insights, and a bit of humor, but your well-being is our top priority. With care, Jen and Steph

Wounded Healers Series: The Importance of Hope, With Debbie Merkel

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2294467/open_sms] Have you ever heard anyone sing on our podcast before??  Today's guest did!  Welcome to another episode of Therapists IRL, where you never know what will happen!  Debbie Merkel knows despair. She also knows intimately how to grasp onto hope, with a tender heart tested in the fires of trauma. Trauma that led her into the clutches of an eating disorder.  Sharing her story of darkness and her determined march towards the glimmers of hope... Debbie's message of healing AND her beautiful voice will leave you feeling like maybe it's possible for you, too.  Ted Talk: "The Importance of Hope"  https://youtu.be/z2o57MNH_Sw?si=v3eVLPDzCUp2oexi No therapists were harmed in the making of this episode,  but vulnerability hangovers are real. Please note: While our podcast aims to destigmatize and normalize mental health issues, increase awareness, foster understanding, and offer support with love and laughter, we are not a substitute for professional mental health advice or treatment. [Read our full disclaimer here.] [https://1drv.ms/b/s!AmSBQMQoodw_kxcsPCXLK4s-Ibh2?e=5DcqzH] If you're struggling, we encourage you to reach out to a licensed therapist, counselor, or healthcare provider. If you are in crisis, please contact your local emergency services or a mental health crisis hotline. In the U.S., dial 9-8-8 for immediate services. Remember, your mental health matters, and seeking professional help is a sign of strength. We're here to share stories, insights, and a bit of humor, but your well-being is our top priority. With care, Jen and Steph

Revisiting: A Non-Partisan Conversation About the Impact of Politics on Mental Health

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2294467/open_sms] This episode originally aired on November 14, 2024, just after the election, but (sadly) we feel it's still relevant. Welcome to Therapists IRL. In the wake of this 2024 Presidential Election, Steph & Jen explore the emotional impact of politics in today's America (without claiming red or blue). This episode takes a compassionate look at the pain, fear, and division rampant in our country today, on both sides of the aisle.  Without getting issue-specific, they candidly discuss the reality of life in a country divided.   Resources: The Center for Nonviolent Communication www.cnvc.org Books:  Nonviolent Communication, A Language of Life Author:  Marshall B Rosenberg, PhD   Nonviolent Communication Companion Workbook Author: Lucy Leu No therapists were harmed in the making of this episode,  but vulnerability hangovers are real. Please note: While our podcast aims to destigmatize and normalize mental health issues, increase awareness, foster understanding, and offer support with love and laughter, we are not a substitute for professional mental health advice or treatment. [Read our full disclaimer here.] [https://1drv.ms/b/s!AmSBQMQoodw_kxcsPCXLK4s-Ibh2?e=5DcqzH] If you're struggling, we encourage you to reach out to a licensed therapist, counselor, or healthcare provider. If you are in crisis, please contact your local emergency services or a mental health crisis hotline. In the U.S., dial 9-8-8 for immediate services. Remember, your mental health matters, and seeking professional help is a sign of strength. We're here to share stories, insights, and a bit of humor, but your well-being is our top priority. With care, Jen and Steph

Wounded Healer Series: An Inspiring Conversation with Amy Abel on the Long Road to Recovery After a Fall (Literally!)

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2294467/open_sms] Welcome to Episode 42 of Therapists IRL, where Jen and Steph are joined by friend and colleague Amy Abel.  One year ago (almost to the day), Amy found herself on an unexpected medical journey after a freak accident that shattered her ankle. The road to her recovery was long, hard, and sometimes dark, but through it Amy found ways to cope and stay hopeful.  Anyone who has faced a health crisis, be it an illness or injury, knows the toll it takes mentally, physically, and emotionally. Join us as Amy shares her story and her message of hope for others. No therapists were harmed in the making of this episode,  but vulnerability hangovers are real. Please note: While our podcast aims to destigmatize and normalize mental health issues, increase awareness, foster understanding, and offer support with love and laughter, we are not a substitute for professional mental health advice or treatment. [Read our full disclaimer here.] [https://1drv.ms/b/s!AmSBQMQoodw_kxcsPCXLK4s-Ibh2?e=5DcqzH] If you're struggling, we encourage you to reach out to a licensed therapist, counselor, or healthcare provider. If you are in crisis, please contact your local emergency services or a mental health crisis hotline. In the U.S., dial 9-8-8 for immediate services. Remember, your mental health matters, and seeking professional help is a sign of strength. We're here to share stories, insights, and a bit of humor, but your well-being is our top priority. With care, Jen and Steph