Dr. Janys talks about why it is so hard to schedule with a therapist now. It is estimated that 6 out of 10 providers are currently not seeing new clients, or have a waitlist. In this episode, Dr. Janys shares several ideas of what is causing the problem which they posit that it is not simply that therapists are bad at returning phone calls. She describes how different political and economic factors, and the more significant issue: there is currently a workforce shortage in this industry. They promise that it is not all doom and gloom and there are many ways we collectively can approach making mental health care more accessible. 

To find a counselor in your area, try visiting Mental Health Match at www.mentalhealthmatch.com
If you want to advocate or join the local NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) visit https://nami.org/Home

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Dr. Janys talks about two of their passions: astrology and therapy. If you have ever wanted to know how to talk to your counselor about astrology, or are simply curious about basic astrology information then this episode is for you! Have you ever wondered what your big three are, or why your horoscope might not fit your experience? Dr. Janys recommends some books and podcasts to help you on your path to growth and healing.

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 Dr. Janys interviews Registered Dietitian Brandi Olden. Brandi is the owner of Creating Peace with Food, and has 20 years of experience helping grown ups and young people heal from disordered eating. Brandi and Janys discuss the historical, cultural, and racial aspects of diet culture, and how neither of us learned about this in graduate school. They also describe the intersection between attachment, eating disorders, and weight bias. Brandi introduces listeners to the diet culture timeline, and shares about her upcoming course, Body Image: a Parents Guide to Embodiment. This episode will give you a better understanding of where diet culture comes from.  Here is an introduction to how to peace out of diet culture, and instead move towards empowered eating and accepting bodies of all sizes.

https://dietculturetimeline.com/1900s/

https://creatingpeacewithfood.com/courses

https://shopfatmermaids.com/products/idgaf-about-your-diet-susan-t-shirt-1/


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Dr. Janys talks about how therapists have many theoretical approaches to choose from. She describes how therapists study theories in graduate school, and how this causes undue anxiety. They also share the process of how they chose their own theoretical approach. 

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Dr. Janys breaks down self-care for listeners into three parts: attitudes, activities, and affiliations. They review some of the literature on vicarious trauma, burnout, and compassion fatigue which is often a concern for helping professionals. If you have ever wanted a clear way to take good care of yourself, then this episode is for you! 

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In this episode, Dr. Janys shares why they have not been actively producing the podcast and reflects on the podcast so far, and what listeners can expect in terms of timing moving forward. She also shares some of the future topics that listeners can look forward to, including the next episode on self-care, which is essential for everyone during the holidays.  Dr. Janys noticed that the enneagram episode was quite popular so they geeked out a little on being a type six. 

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Dr. Janys describes the Enneagram for listeners and shares why it is a valuable system for therapy and understanding ourselves and others. 

Are you a counselor or in training to be a counselor? Would you like to be part of a consult group to learn how to use the Enneagram in your therapy practice? Janys is offering this online beginning in October 2023. To learn more email them at [email protected] 

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Anger is often considered an undesirable emotion. In this episode, Dr. Janys talks about how anger is both nature and nurture. She also shares some common knowledge as well as research about anger in the therapy field. And they share a process of acknowledging and processing anger to help you live more presently with this emotion. 

Links from the episode here: 
https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-22264123

https://www.apa.org/topics/anger/control

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/anger-in-the-age-entitlement/200905/emotional-abuse-why-anger-management-didnt-work

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Dr. Janys talks about how codependency exists even if it is not classified in the DSM-5. She shares her thoughts on an article that claims the concept enables harmful treatment.  Dr. Janys discusses why we should all strive to be more conscious of our relationship patterns, and aware of the needs and care of family members and caregivers of people living with substance use disorders. 

Here is the link to the article: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/08/opinion/codependency-addiction-recovery.html?searchResultPosition=1

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In this episode, Dr. Janys Murphy Rising discusses how you can tell if your therapist is listening. Janys describes how therapists do much more than listen, as well as actively listen. She describes what attending skills look like in therapy, as well as validation, and busts the myth that therapists are just paid listeners. They break down active listening, and mindfulness which is a key part of active listening by being present with another person and engaging one mindfully.  

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Do you have questions about therapy that you would like answered on an upcoming show? Email me at [email protected]

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