In this segment of Not Therapy with My Therapist, Jessica and Justin talk about the issue of self-help and the pressure of feeling like you have to constantly work hard to achieve more growth and success in life. We examine the pitfalls in the self-help space and offer considerations to help you pursue ambition with mindfulness.

In this episode, Mental Health Contributor, Co-host, & LMFT Jessica Pass Haskell and Justin Keller discuss what makes communication difficult and some of the components to improve communication with others.

Listen to the story of Brady Wix going from 340 lbs. to ultra runner and Sergeant in the United States Army. We discuss the catalyst for the change in his life, what it took to make it, and what it means to live life with the end in mind.

Would you change your past if you could, and why does validation from our family matter so much? We discuss these two thoughts in this episode and examine the impacts both could have on your mental health.

In this episode, we discuss the key principles of intentional parenting and uncover what’s required for fostering resilience in your own family. This episode is packed with valuable insights for dealing with modern parenting challenges from renowned child developmental psychologist Dr. Aliza Pressman.

In this Not Therapy With My Therapist segment, we look at the principles from the Japanese philosophy called wabi-sabi. The philosophy gives us practical tools to help us embrace an imperfect life, navigate grief, and make the most of our lives.

Megan Aronson discusses the story of her husband’s substance use disorder and the impact on their marriage and family. You'll hear how they overcame unimaginable betrayal and hurt, and the power of the human spirit to turn tragedy to triumph; to overcome, and rise again. We also look at how America’s opioid crisis started and its deadly impact on our Country.

How do you get over someone and move past a breakup? In this episode, Justin and his therapist Jessica discuss the topic of heartbreak and tackle the challenging question of a listener about how to break up with a narcissist.

Gordo Byrn, a former private equity investment banker, shares his transformation into an elite ultra-endurance athlete and a devoted family man. He provides insights on shifting time, decision-making, parenting, marriage, and the importance of mastery in your life.

In this introduction episode of a new segment called, Not Therapy with My Therapist, Justin Keller sits down with his therapist Jessica Pass Haskell to discuss some of Justin's journey with therapy, some of the misconceptions that exist about therapy, and why it is important to both of them to have tough conversations about life to help improve our mental health.