🧠 Get my Coping with Political Stress Ebook and Peaceful Politics AI Guide 

🗣 Therapist Conversation Framework: Politics in Session A printable PDF with 97 questions to navigate political talk in therapy—without taking sides.

💬 Solution-Focused Therapy Guide72 questions + prompts to help adult clients clarify goals and move forward using SFT.

If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings. Plus, get your first Podcourse half off.

Check out all my Counselor Resources. 

Have you ever walked away from a family dinner feeling tense, frustrated, or even hurt because of political disagreements? I know I have, and it’s not easy. In this episode, I open up about my own experience of clashing with a loved one over politics and how I used the very tools I teach to protect the relationship and my peace of mind.

Together, we’ll unpack why family political conflicts feel so emotionally charged. It’s rarely just about politics. It’s also about family roles, generational differences, shared history, and even our sense of identity and belonging. I’ll share practical strategies to help you set gentle boundaries, find common ground, and protect your peace without cutting ties.

I’ll also walk you through a simple reflection exercise from my Coping with Political Stress ebook and workbook, and introduce you to the Peaceful Politics AI Companion Guide. This supportive tool is designed for adults over 18 and gives you feedback, self-care strategies, and even helps you practice responses for tough conversations.

And for my fellow therapists, I’ll tell you about my Deep Dive Therapist Conversation Framework, a printable resource with 97 essential questions to help you navigate politics in the therapy room without taking sides.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clearer path toward protecting both your relationships and your peace of mind, even when you don’t agree.

Sponsored by Berries: Use code TherapyShow50 for $50 off your first month - CLICK HERE.

If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings. Plus, get your first Podcourse half off.

🧠 Coping with Political Stress (eBook + Workbook)A 62-page editable guide with grounding tools and reflection prompts. Customize and share with clients.

Not a therapist but want the workbook? Click here.

🗣 Therapist Conversation Framework: Politics in SessionA printable PDF with 97 questions to navigate political talk in therapy—without taking sides.

💬 Solution-Focused Therapy Guide72 questions + prompts to help adult clients clarify goals and move forward using SFT.

Check out all my Counselor Resources. 

Are you tired of continuing education that feels like a checkbox instead of a meaningful part of your professional growth? In this episode, I share how to choose CE that actually improves your therapy practice and your life.

I cover:

• Why so many CE experiences feel irrelevant or draining.
• The five qualities that make continuing education worth your time.
• How to measure the ROI of CE—whether it helps your clients make breakthroughs, gives you fresh perspectives, or teaches you business skills that grow your practice.
• Practical tips for evaluating your CE options so you invest in trainings that matter.
• The future of CE and why flexibility, relevance, and engagement are key.

I’ll also share the story of how attending a conference in Charleston sparked the idea for my Podcourses which are NBCC-approved, podcast-style continuing education you can listen to anywhere. And I’ll introduce you to my growing library of CE Courses, designed for therapists who want deeper, more comprehensive learning.

👉 Explore CE Courses and Podcourses here: lisamustard.com

Sponsored by Berries: Use code TherapyShow50 for $50 off your first month - CLICK HERE.

Disclaimer: Please note that The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Always consult with your therapist, doctor, or physician before implementing any suggestions from this show. Lisa Mustard, a licensed marriage and family therapist, provides insights that should not replace medical or psychiatric advice. Your unique situation requires personalized attention from a healthcare professional.

PURCHASE THIS PODCOURSE!

If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings.Plus, get your first Podcourse half off.

Since 2009, rates of anxiety, depression, and suicidality among young people have risen sharply, and research points to smartphones and social media as major contributors. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Johann D’Souza, a clinical psychologist specializing in OCD and anxiety, about what is driving this crisis and how we can respond.

We unpack the four harmful effects of excessive screen time: sleep deprivation, addiction, social isolation, and distraction. We also explore evidence-based solutions that work. From creating phone-free schools to encouraging unstructured play and family screen detoxes, you will hear practical steps parents, therapists, and communities can take to protect youth well-being.

🎧 Listen for free, or earn 1 NBCC-approved continuing education contact hour for just $5.

Learning Objectives:

• Analyze research findings to identify the significant decline in youth well-being beginning around 2009 and its global scope. 
• Describe the four primary harmful effects of excessive screen time- sleep deprivation, addiction, social isolation, and distraction - and their impact on mental health.
• Evaluate evidence-based strategies and practical solutions for reducing harmful screen time use in children and adolescents.

About Dr. Johann D'Souza: Dr. Johann D'Souza is a clinical psychologist based in Houston, Texas, specializing in the treatment of anxiety and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). He is committed to integrating modern psychological practices with traditional values, ensuring that therapy aligns with each individual's core beliefs.

Dr. D'Souza's academic journey is both diverse and distinguished. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Theology from the University of Dallas, reflecting a strong foundation in spiritual studies. He furthered his expertise with a Master of Arts in General Psychology from Boston University and another Master's in Clinical Psychology from the University of Houston, where he was honored with a Presidential Fellowship. He completed his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at the University of Houston.

His clinical training includes a predoctoral internship at the Baylor College of Medicine's OCD Specialty Clinic and a postdoctoral fellowship focusing on OCD and related disorders at Psychology Houston. Additionally, Dr. D'Souza serves as a Research Affiliate with The Human Flourishing Program at Harvard University, underscoring his dedication to advancing mental health research.

In his practice, Dr. D'Souza emphasizes transforming challenges into opportunities for growth. He collaborates with clients to understand their thoughts and emotions, employing scientifically supported strategies to promote peace and focus. His guiding principles include professional excellence, the inherent dignity of human life, the natural complementarity of male and female, and the beauty of chaste love.

Through Values First Therapy, Dr. D'Souza aims to build a network of practices across the U.S. that offer science-based therapy aligned with traditional values, striving to change the world by transforming the field of psychology both professionally and ethically.

Dr. D'Souza's Podcourse on OCD and ERP.

About Lisa: Lisa Mustard, MPH, EdS, LMFT has worked for a college counseling center, addiction recovery center and has been working with a military branch for the past 14 years. Lisa is a lover of all things fitness and health, a Podcaster and Coach.

Continuing Education Contact Hours: Mustard Consulting, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7061. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Mustard Consulting, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Completion Requirements:To obtain your certificate of completion, you must listen entirely to the audio, pass the Podcourse completion quiz and complete a satisfaction survey.

Refund policy: No refunds are provided for self-study courses.

Disclosure Statement for Dr. Johann D'Souza; Financial: Dr. D'Souza receives a speaking honorarium from Mustard Consulting LLC.

The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. Always consult with your own healthcare provider regarding any personal health or medical conditions.

Connect with Lisa: Website

Thank you for tuning into The Therapy Show. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform to never miss an episode.

🧠 Get my Coping with Political Stress Ebook and Peaceful Politics AI Guide 

🗣 Therapist Conversation Framework: Politics in Session A printable PDF with 97 questions to navigate political talk in therapy—without taking sides.

💬 Solution-Focused Therapy Guide72 questions + prompts to help adult clients clarify goals and move forward using SFT.

If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings. Plus, get your first Podcourse half off.

Check out all my Counselor Resources. 

🫐Sponsored by Berries: Use code TherapyShow50 for $50 off your first month - CLICK HERE.🫐

In this episode, I’m joined by Catrina Drinning-Davis, LPC-S, CCTP, EMDR Certified, and an EMDRIA Approved Consultant. Catrina specializes in working with survivors of domestic violence and provides supervision and support for other therapists doing the same. We talk about how she was called to this work, what makes this population unique and complex to support, and why domestic violence is something every therapist should be equipped to recognize and address.

We dive into:

• How to identify signs of abuse that may not be obvious, like coercion, gaslighting, and digital abuse
• Why survivors often stay in abusive relationships and how we can support them without judgment
• Which trauma-informed modalities work best, including EMDR and person-centered approaches
• What Catrina covers in her new NBCC-approved, on-demand CE course
• Free tools she offers, including worksheets, a monthly support group, and a Facebook community for therapists

Catrina’s Free Resources for Therapists & Survivors:

Types of Abuse: https://www.catrinalpcs.com/types-of-abuse-worksheet

Red Flags: https://www.catrinalpcs.com/freebie-red-flags

DV Survivor Workbook ($29): https://www.catrinalpcs.com/relationship-abuse-survivors-workbook

NBCC Approved 3 hour CE on Working with DV Survivors ($49), includes free bonuses: Survivor Safety Plan, Abuse Screening Tool, Self Care Planner for Therapists, https://www.catrinalpcs.com/dv-in-relationships-ce-course

Free Monthly Peer Support Group: https://www.catrinalpcs.com/providers

Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16BEPnwzV9/

Disclaimer: Please note that The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Always consult with your therapist, doctor, or physician before implementing any suggestions from this show. Lisa Mustard, a licensed marriage and family therapist, provides insights that should not replace medical or psychiatric advice. Your unique situation requires personalized attention from a healthcare professional.

Mental Health Resources and Support: 

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support via phone or chat for people in distress, resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Includes information on finding your local crisis center. Phone: 988 Website: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.SAMHSA’s National Helpline | SAMHSA

If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings. Plus, get your first Podcourse half off.

Have you ever wondered how to take your existing NBCC-approved online trainings and repurpose them into a convenient, evergreen learning format? In this episode, I’m sharing exactly how I turn webinars and workshops into Podcourses - podcast episodes that also qualify for continuing education credit.

I’ll walk you through my step-by-step process, the tools I use, and what you need to know to meet NBCC requirements while making learning more accessible for busy clinicians.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

• What a Podcourse is and why it’s becoming so popular with therapists

• How to meet NBCC requirements for audio-based continuing education

• The easiest way to adapt your existing trainings into a podcast-friendly format

• My favorite platforms and tools for hosting, quizzes, and certificates (get a free trial of FreshLearn.)

• Simple marketing tips to promote and sell your Podcourses

If you’re looking for a smart way to repurpose your content, reach more learners, and create an additional income stream, this episode will show you how to get started.

🎧 Tune in now and learn how to transform your trainings into pod courses that therapists love!

👉 Get your first Podcourse for half off!

Check out all my Counselor Resources. 

Coping with Political Stress eBook & Workbook: This 62-page guide is packed with reflection exercises, grounding practices, and strategies to help you manage media consumption and reconnect with your values. You can edit the ebook workbook with your branding and share with your clients.

Not a therapist but want the guide, click HERE.

Get Deep-Dive Therapist Conversation Framework (Printable PDF) Navigating Politics in Therapy Without Taking Sides: For my fellow therapists, this printable guide includes 97 essential questions to help you navigate political conversations in sessions with compassion and without taking sides.

Get my Solution-Focused Therapy Guide: 72 Questions for Adult Clients + Therapist Prompts: This comprehensive, therapist-designed framework helps you confidently guide clients through strengths-based, forward-looking conversations using the principles of Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT). This tool supports adult clients in clarifying what they want, accessing their resources, and taking meaningful steps toward change.

Support the Podcast, Buy Me a Coffee 

If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings.Plus, get your first Podcourse half off.

Purchase this Podcourse here!

Helping professionals, including students, counselors, and counselor educators, often pour into others while neglecting their own needs. Serving in multiple roles can enhance the lives of clients. However, without consistent self-investment, it can also lead to increased stress, depression, anxiety, and emotional exhaustion. Over time, the lack of boundaries and self-care may negatively impact both personal health and professional relationships.

This engaging and metaphor-rich Podcourse offers a systematic approach to developing self-awareness, self-confidence, and sustainable self-care practices. Dr. Jason Branch shares practical tools and powerful insights drawn from his own experience with burnout. His relatable and transformative framework empowers participants to take better care of themselves.

Participants will explore The Gator Life Model, which introduces a mindset shift that helps clinicians move from emotional overexposure to protected, empowered living. They will also learn the ESPM self-care model (Emotional, Spiritual, Physical, and Mental), which provides an actionable strategy for maintaining daily balance.

Through this Podcourse, clinicians will gain greater clarity on their current boundaries, learn how to make intentional self-care deposits, and walk away with tools they can apply immediately to both their professional and personal lives.

Purchase this Podcourse here!

SEE THE FAQ on Podcourses HERE! (scroll to the bottom of the page)

Remember, while you can listen to the show for free, those seeking continuing education credits can purchase them here. 

Learning Objectives:

• Explain the importance of maintaining professional balance and utilize healthy boundaries and daily self-care practices to support personal and clinical sustainability.
• Create a strategic individualized self-care plan to increase self-awareness, self-confidence and self-care.
• Learn practical ways to reduce stress, depression and anxiety related to serving in multiple roles in the counseling profession.

About Dr. Jason Branch:

Dr. Jason Branch has over 20 years of experience in the mental health and counseling profession. Dr. Branch has worked in higher education, community and agency mental health centers, city government, corporate sector, and substance abuse treatment facilities. Dr. Branch is the Founder and CEO of J. Branch and Associates, a virtual clinical group private practice that provides therapy services to adults, adolescents, couples, and families in multiple states (GA, NJ, PA). Dr. Branch is a proud 2016 NBCC Minority Fellowship Program Fellow. 

Dr. Branch is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC), a consultant, and a counselor educator who engages in professional and scholarly work focused on Black male experiences, mentoring, cultural awareness, and increasing the practice of self-care for helping professionals. Dr. Branch obtained a dual degree in psychology and sociology from the University of West Alabama. He completed his Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Branch earned his doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from Auburn University. Dr. Branch currently serves as an Associate professor at the California School of Professional Psychology. He resides in San Diego, California with his wife and two children.

About Lisa: Lisa Mustard, MPH, EdS, LMFT has worked for a college counseling center, addiction recovery center and has been working with a military branch for the past 14 years. Lisa is a lover of all things fitness and health, a Podcaster and Coach.

Continuing Education Contact Hours:

Mustard Consulting, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7061. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Mustard Consulting, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Completion Requirements:

To obtain your certificate of completion, you must listen entirely to the audio, pass the Podcourse completion quiz and complete a satisfaction survey.

Refund policy: No refunds are provided for self-study courses.

Disclosure Statement for Dr. Jason Branch; Financial: Dr. Jason Branch receives a speaking honorarium from Mustard Consulting LLC.

The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. Always consult with your own healthcare provider regarding any personal health or medical conditions.

Connect with Lisa: Website

Thank you for tuning into The Therapy Show. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform to never miss an episode.

Learn more about Dr. Jason Branch and his work at www.DrJbranch.com.

Listen to 3 Parallels Podcast with Dr. Jason Branch: A show where we discover who we were, embrace who we are and make room for who we are becoming. 

Youtube https://m.youtube.com/@3ParallelsPodcast

Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/show/67uVN099dRZcRqAygVOO6s?si=lACRVD_sSwGDwoD5-zH35w

Podcast Music Playlist (press shuffle, press play, pay attention to the breadcrumbs)  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DCvaDp1wWypO59l1kearH?si=ca1d6c085ae243e9

As you dive into the podcast you now have access to the Gator Scales Journal to assist you in your development of becoming a Gator! Click the link to order your copy today! https://www.amazon.com/Gator-Scales-Journal-Jason-Branch/dp/B0DPXLXZWC

Purchase this Podcourse here!

Neuroplastic symptoms - also known as psychophysiologic or mind-body symptoms - represent a significant portion of clinical presentations, yet they are frequently misunderstood or overlooked in both medical and mental health settings. In this informative and practical Podcourse, which qualifies for one continuing education contact hour, Dr. David Clarke, a pioneer in the field of mind-body medicine, joins me, to explore the prevalence, psychosocial origins, and effective treatment strategies for neuroplastic symptoms.

Through clinical examples, research findings, and actionable therapeutic approaches, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how unresolved emotional conflicts, trauma, and personality traits contribute to chronic, non-structural physical symptoms. Dr. Clarke also outlines simple, accessible methods therapists can use to assess and address these symptoms in their practice—even without extensive medical training.

This course is ideal for mental health professionals seeking to broaden their clinical skills and improve outcomes for clients presenting with unexplained pain, fatigue, and other somatic complaints.

• Describe the prevalence and nature of neuroplastic symptoms.
• Assess the psychosocial causes of neuroplastic symptoms.
• Develop strategies for the successful treatment of neuroplastic symptoms.

If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings.Plus, get your first Podcourse half off.

Check out all my Counselor Resources.

Coping with Political Stress eBook & Workbook: This 62-page guide is packed with reflection exercises, grounding practices, and strategies to help you manage media consumption and reconnect with your values. You can edit the ebook workbook with your branding and share with your clients.

Not a therapist but want the guide, click HERE.

Get Deep-Dive Therapist Conversation Framework (Printable PDF) Navigating Politics in Therapy Without Taking Sides: For my fellow therapists, this printable guide includes 97 essential questions to help you navigate political conversations in sessions with compassion and without taking sides.

Get my Solution-Focused Therapy Guide: 72 Questions for Adult Clients + Therapist Prompts: This comprehensive, therapist-designed framework helps you confidently guide clients through strengths-based, forward-looking conversations using the principles of Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT). This tool supports adult clients in clarifying what they want, accessing their resources, and taking meaningful steps toward change.

The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. Always consult with your own healthcare provider regarding any personal health or medical conditions.

If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings. Plus, get your first Podcourse half off.

Check out all my Counselor Resources.

Coping with Political Stress eBook & Workbook: This 62-page guide is packed with reflection exercises, grounding practices, and strategies to help you manage media consumption and reconnect with your values. You can edit the ebook workbook with your branding and share with your clients.

Not a therapist but want the guide, click HERE.

Get Deep-Dive Therapist Conversation Framework (Printable PDF) Navigating Politics in Therapy Without Taking Sides: For my fellow therapists, this printable guide includes 97 essential questions to help you navigate political conversations in sessions with compassion and without taking sides.

Get my Solution-Focused Therapy Guide: 72 Questions for Adult Clients + Therapist Prompts: This comprehensive, therapist-designed framework helps you confidently guide clients through strengths-based, forward-looking conversations using the principles of Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT). This tool supports adult clients in clarifying what they want, accessing their resources, and taking meaningful steps toward change.

Sponsored by Berries: Use code TherapyShow50 for $50 off your first month - CLICK HERE.

In this episode, I sit down with registered dietitian and sports nutrition expert Kristen Zeismer to talk about the critical intersection of mental health and nutrition for therapists and their clients. Kristen unpacks the concept of RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport) and explains how therapists can recognize signs of under-fueling and disordered eating - even when it doesn’t meet the criteria for a clinical eating disorder. We discuss how diet culture and body image issues can impact therapy sessions and how mindful eating can support both emotional and physical health.

As a therapist myself, I know how important it is to have tools that help us navigate conversations around nutrition, especially when working with teen athletes or clients affected by social media-driven misinformation. Kristen offers valuable tips for integrating holistic health into therapy, including when and how to make appropriate referrals to specialists in sports nutrition or disordered eating.

If you're looking to enhance your practice with insights on nutrition, therapy tools, and supporting client wellness from a truly integrative perspective, this episode is packed with continuing education value.

Connect with Kristen: https://elitenutritionandperformance.com/consult/

The content provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional mental health care, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your own licensed mental health provider or medical professional regarding your specific situation.

While I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, and my guests are also professional counselors, the discussions in this podcast are meant to offer general insights and should not be taken as personalized therapeutic advice. Listening to this podcast does not establish a therapist-client relationship with me or any of my guests.

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or have thoughts of harming yourself or others, please contact a mental health professional, call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. You can also reach out to a crisis hotline, such as the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 in the United States, for immediate support.

Every individual’s journey is unique, and what works for one person may not be suitable for another. Please use discretion and seek appropriate care as needed.

If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings. Plus, get your first Podcourse half off.

Check out all my Counselor Resources.

Coping with Political Stress eBook & Workbook: This 62-page guide is packed with reflection exercises, grounding practices, and strategies to help you manage media consumption and reconnect with your values. You can edit the ebook workbook with your branding and share with your clients.

Not a therapist but want the guide, click HERE.

Get Deep-Dive Therapist Conversation Framework (Printable PDF) Navigating Politics in Therapy Without Taking Sides: For my fellow therapists, this printable guide includes 97 essential questions to help you navigate political conversations in sessions with compassion and without taking sides.

Get my Solution-Focused Therapy Guide: 72 Questions for Adult Clients + Therapist Prompts: This comprehensive, therapist-designed framework helps you confidently guide clients through strengths-based, forward-looking conversations using the principles of Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT). This tool supports adult clients in clarifying what they want, accessing their resources, and taking meaningful steps toward change.

Support the Podcast, Buy Me a Coffee 

In this episode of The Therapy Show, I sit down with Yerachmiel Stern, LCSW, Executive Director and CEO of Pesach Tikvah: Door of Hope. Yerachmiel shares his incredible journey from therapist to clinic leader and offers deep insights into building and expanding faith-based mental health clinics. We talk about how his organization serves a primarily Orthodox Jewish community while also supporting diverse underserved populations across New York.

We dive into the nuances of recruiting clinicians who are not only clinically skilled but culturally and generationally attuned to their clients’ needs. Yerachmiel also breaks down the importance of flexible work environments, understanding therapist work styles, and the unique challenges of creating serene, spa-like spaces even within nonprofit settings.

In this episode, Yerachmiel covers:

• How to build faith-based clinics that meet both cultural expectations and clinical standards.

• Strategies for recruiting therapists that match client needs—mirroring, complementary, or culturally resonant opposites.

• The necessity of flexible work models to accommodate faith-based lifestyle norms.

• Addressing generational differences in therapist work styles and expectations (Gen X, Millennials, Gen Z).

• Why recruiting a “blank canvas” can be more effective than chasing credentials alone.

• How to assess interviewees beyond the interview polish to find true potential.

• Building long-term clinician loyalty by investing emotionally and structurally in staff.

• The logistics of serving in-school mental health programs and maintaining outreach across diverse NYC communities.

If you're a therapist, practice owner, or curious about building faith-integrated mental health services, this episode offers real-world strategies and a refreshing perspective.

Resources:

🧠 Get my Coping with Political Stress Ebook and Peaceful Politics AI Guide 

🗣 Therapist Conversation Framework: Politics in Session A printable PDF with 97 questions to navigate political talk in therapy—without taking sides.

💬 Solution-Focused Therapy Guide72 questions + prompts to help adult clients clarify goals and move forward using SFT.

If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings. Plus, get your first Podcourse half off.

Check out all my Counselor Resources. 

🫐Sponsored by Berries: Use code TherapyShow50 for $50 off your first month - CLICK HERE.🫐

In this episode, I’m so thrilled to welcome back my good friend and incredibly gifted therapist, Jenny Jansen. Jenny shares her inspiring and honest journey from being a fifth-grade teacher to becoming a licensed clinical social worker and certified Adult Chair coach. We dive deep into what it means to live in soul alignment, follow the intuitive nudges, and trust the process of becoming who you're truly meant to be. Our conversation feels just like one of our lunch dates—real, reflective, and full of heart.

Here’s what we cover:

• Jenny’s transition from teaching to therapy and how she navigated her “quarter-life crisis”
• The role intuition and alignment played in building her private practice
• How she discovered the Adult Chair model and why it transformed her work
• The difference between the Child, Adolescent, and Adult Chairs—and how they show up in our lives
• The importance of self-awareness, reparenting, and emotional resilience
• What it really looks like to take a leap of faith professionally and personally
• How therapy can be a creative, relational, and deeply intuitive process
• Tips for anyone thinking about starting their own therapy or coaching practice

Whether you’re a fellow therapist, someone seeking healing, or just curious about personal growth, this episode will leave you feeling encouraged and inspired.

Listen to  Jenny's other episode.

The content provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional mental health care, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your own licensed mental health provider or medical professional regarding your specific situation.

While I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, and my guests are also professional counselors, the discussions in this podcast are meant to offer general insights and should not be taken as personalized therapeutic advice. Listening to this podcast does not establish a therapist-client relationship with me or any of my guests.

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or have thoughts of harming yourself or others, please contact a mental health professional, call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. You can also reach out to a crisis hotline, such as the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 in the United States, for immediate support.

Every individual’s journey is unique, and what works for one person may not be suitable for another. Please use discretion and seek appropriate care as needed.