On the Couch with Carly

I chat to Mayuri about her work as activist and educator in the antiracism space. We define antiracism, explain the difference between equity and equality, and offer insight for white people who are keen to do antiracist work. We also discuss self care and how BIPOC are feeling exhausted and need a break.

What is antiraism? Where am I at with my antiracism journey? And how can you be antiracist too?

2020 was a huge year for The Black Lives Matter movement. After covid, it was the biggest news story and cultural phenomenon. In this episode I unpack the concept of antiracism and speak to my own journey, ending with a call to action.

In this episode I unpack some of the common experiences of living through this pandemic. It's been over a year of masks, lockdowns and weirdness. How has that affected our minds and our lives? I also share some tips for managing during this difficult time.

Talking about taboo subjects is a really important part of therapeutic work. Therapy should be a safe space to discuss any topic and the great thing about this is that you can open up about parts of yourself that you would not share with others.

Being a therapist is a hard job but you might be surprised by what challenges me the most in this work.

What is self care and why is it so important? In this episode I unpack the notion of self care and describe its benefits.

Why is gratitude such an effective tool in managing low moods and promoting mental health? In this episode I discuss the reasons I practice gratitude, the ways to cultivate it, and the reasons people resist it.

Gen Putter joins me on the couch to discuss the groundbreaking antenatal class we designed to assist first-time moms and dads to navigate the psychological (and other) changes that occur when you have a baby.

Therapists don't usually share details of their lives to their clients. In this episode I unpack why that is and also "break the rules" by answering some questions about myself

This week everyone is preoccupied with Covid-19 and so I thought it a good idea to address what feelings might be coming up for you at this time and to connect with you over some helpful ideas I've seen floating around. Stay safe out there!