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This week on Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads, we’re joined by the incredible Alyssa Kushner, LCSW—a licensed therapist and fierce mental health advocate who helps clients navigate anxiety, trauma, burnout, and self-doubt. In this honest and empowering conversation, Alyssa shares how she built her private practice, overcame impostor syndrome, and framed her approach to self-trust and joy heading into 2025. Whether you’re feeling paralyzed by perfectionism or just trying to figure out where to begin, Alyssa’s story and practical insights will leave you feeling seen, supported, and inspired to take that next step.
And hey, we’re not just your average mental health podcast—we’re officially award-winning! 🎉 In 2024, we won the People’s Choice Podcast Award for Health and the Women in Podcasting Award for Best Mental Health Podcast. Oh,—and we also passed 1 million downloads! Thank you for being part of this growing, stigma-breaking, soul-nourishing community.
🗣 Got feedback? Leave us a message or drop your thoughts here:
📢 https://castfeedback.com/67521f0bde0b101c7b10442a
💬 Quote of the Episode
"The relationship you have with yourself is the most important one you’ll ever nurture." – Alyssa
👤 Meet Our Guest: Alyssa Kushner, LCSW
Alyssa is a licensed clinical social worker providing virtual therapy in NY, NJ, MD & D.C. She specializes in:
Her approach is relational, trauma-informed, somatic, and holistic—infused with creativity, mindfulness, and compassion.
📌 Learn More About Alyssa:
🧩 Key Takeaways
✅ Action Steps You Can Try Today
⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps
00:00 – Cold weather banter 🧤
03:00 – Meet Alyssa + her path to therapy
04:45 – Anxiety, wellness basics, and sobriety
10:00 – What joy and self-permission look like in 2025
20:00 – Sleep, exercise, reframing thoughts
28:00 – Mel Robbins’ Let Them Theory explained
30:00 – Owning impostor syndrome
35:00 – How to let go of perfection
37:00 – Wrapping with joy, calm, and clarity
📚 Resources Mentioned
🎧 Podcast Shout out!
We LOVE supporting other creators—and Caitlin & Jenny of How to Be a Grownup are the real deal 🙌
They’re hilarious, honest, and relatable—helping moms laugh and learn through the chaos of adulting.
🎙️ Listen here:
🌟 Subscribe, Rate, and Review!
If this episode resonated with you, subscribe for more amazing mental health convos. Leave us a review to help others discover our community:
📝 https://goesoninourheads.net/add-your-podcast-reviews
#MentalHealthPodcast #MentalHealthAwareness #AKPsychotherapy #Grex #DirtySkittles #TherapistTalks #PodcastForHealing #WomenInPodcasting #MentalHealthTools #LetThemTheory #JoyAndGrowth #ImposterSyndromeHelp #AnxietySupport #TherapyConversations
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If You Need Support, Reach Out
If you or someone you know is facing mental health challenges, please don’t hesitate to reach out to a crisis hotline in your area. Remember, it’s OK not to be OK—talking to someone can make all the difference.
- United States: Call or Text 988 — 988lifeline.org
- Canada: Call or Text 988 — 988.ca
- Worldwide: Find a Helpline
- Mental Health Resources and Tools: The Help Hub
Stay Connected with G-Rex and Dirty Skittles
- Official Website: goesoninourheads.net
- Facebook: @shltthatgoesoninourheads
- Instagram: @grex_and_dirtyskittles
- LinkedIn: G-Rex and Dirty Skittles
- Join Our Newsletter: Sign Up Here
- Merch Store: goesoninourheads.shop
Audio Editing by NJz Audio
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This week on Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads, we’re joined by the incredible Alyssa Kushner, LCSW—a licensed therapist and fierce mental health advocate who helps clients navigate anxiety, trauma, burnout, and self-doubt. In this honest and empowering conversation, Alyssa shares how she built her private practice, overcame impostor syndrome, and framed her approach to self-trust and joy heading into 2025. Whether you’re feeling paralyzed by perfectionism or just trying to figure out where to begin, Alyssa’s story and practical insights will leave you feeling seen, supported, and inspired to take that next step.
And hey, we’re not just your average mental health podcast—we’re officially award-winning! 🎉 In 2024, we won the People’s Choice Podcast Award for Health and the Women in Podcasting Award for Best Mental Health Podcast. Oh,—and we also passed 1 million downloads! Thank you for being part of this growing, stigma-breaking, soul-nourishing community.
🗣 Got feedback? Leave us a message or drop your thoughts here:
📢 https://castfeedback.com/67521f0bde0b101c7b10442a
💬 Quote of the Episode
"The relationship you have with yourself is the most important one you’ll ever nurture." – Alyssa
👤 Meet Our Guest: Alyssa Kushner, LCSW
Alyssa is a licensed clinical social worker providing virtual therapy in NY, NJ, MD & D.C. She specializes in:
Her approach is relational, trauma-informed, somatic, and holistic—infused with creativity, mindfulness, and compassion.
📌 Learn More About Alyssa:
🧩 Key Takeaways
✅ Action Steps You Can Try Today
⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps
00:00 – Cold weather banter 🧤
03:00 – Meet Alyssa + her path to therapy
04:45 – Anxiety, wellness basics, and sobriety
10:00 – What joy and self-permission look like in 2025
20:00 – Sleep, exercise, reframing thoughts
28:00 – Mel Robbins’ Let Them Theory explained
30:00 – Owning impostor syndrome
35:00 – How to let go of perfection
37:00 – Wrapping with joy, calm, and clarity
📚 Resources Mentioned
🎧 Podcast Shout out!
We LOVE supporting other creators—and Caitlin & Jenny of How to Be a Grownup are the real deal 🙌
They’re hilarious, honest, and relatable—helping moms laugh and learn through the chaos of adulting.
🎙️ Listen here:
🌟 Subscribe, Rate, and Review!
If this episode resonated with you, subscribe for more amazing mental health convos. Leave us a review to help others discover our community:
📝 https://goesoninourheads.net/add-your-podcast-reviews
#MentalHealthPodcast #MentalHealthAwareness #AKPsychotherapy #Grex #DirtySkittles #TherapistTalks #PodcastForHealing #WomenInPodcasting #MentalHealthTools #LetThemTheory #JoyAndGrowth #ImposterSyndromeHelp #AnxietySupport #TherapyConversations
***************************************************************************
If You Need Support, Reach Out
If you or someone you know is facing mental health challenges, please don’t hesitate to reach out to a crisis hotline in your area. Remember, it’s OK not to be OK—talking to someone can make all the difference.
- United States: Call or Text 988 — 988lifeline.org
- Canada: Call or Text 988 — 988.ca
- Worldwide: Find a Helpline
- Mental Health Resources and Tools: The Help Hub
Stay Connected with G-Rex and Dirty Skittles
- Official Website: goesoninourheads.net
- Facebook: @shltthatgoesoninourheads
- Instagram: @grex_and_dirtyskittles
- LinkedIn: G-Rex and Dirty Skittles
- Join Our Newsletter: Sign Up Here
- Merch Store: goesoninourheads.shop
Audio Editing by NJz Audio
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