PSYCHē Says | Therapists

Before you pick a therapist or even decide if you need therapy, there are some medical issues you need to have ruled out. Dr. Vaughn and Sarah discuss the difference between medical and psychological issues and symptoms that often overlap with depression and anxiety.

With therapy becoming more and more common, it’s completely normal to be wondering if it’s time for you to seek therapy too. Dr. Vaughn and Sarah break down expectations and discuss scenarios in which a therapist may be beneficial and also when it could be disadvantageous. Are you unsure whether therapy is right for you? Take a listen today to see if their expert insight provides you with more clarity.

If you are having suicidal thoughts or thinking about harming yourself or others be sure to seek professional help.

Dr. Vaughn and Sarah discuss the often daunting search that people go through to find an effective therapist for themselves or a loved one. They provide insight on ways to narrow down your search, differentiate therapists, and find important goals that you and your therapist should share. Are you in the market for a new therapist? Take a listen today to be better informed on ways to find the right therapist for you.

Dr. Vaughn and Sarah have a conversation about the effects of constantly searching for the why behind your problems. Do you find yourself constantly asking why? Take a listen today to help better understand when it is okay to be asking yourself "why" and better methods for when it's not.

Dr. Vaughn and Sarah have a conversation about self-deprecation, affectionately referred to as “The Eeyore Syndrome.” Do you know anyone who is constantly talking negatively about themselves? Do you find yourself doing so when given a compliment? Take a listen today to help better understand these behaviors.

Dr. Vaughn and Sarah discuss how we are all masters of our own fate. Each one of us could potentially alter the course of our lives RIGHT NOW if we chose to do so. Is there something that you have been avoiding that needs to be done? How can you take one step toward accomplishing that task now? PSYCHē says "Do It Now."

The term "Sunday Scaries" refers to a sense of dread, anxiety, and general blah that happens on Monday Eve when they sense the new week approaching. Dr. Vaughn and Sarah Kmita, LPC-MHSP discuss how conditioning principles contribute to the feeling and what to do about it.

Intensively trained RO therapist Sally Roesch, M.E.d. answers questions about RO-DBT and the differences between RO and standard therapy.

Sarah and Dr. Vaughn discuss when it’s time to challenge yourself versus

when to stop pushing so hard. Sometimes you step into the pain and remember

that just because it’s uncomfortable doesn’t make it harmful. But there are

definitely times when it’s just too much and the focus needs to be on just

being kind to yourself.

Is it safe to implement consequences when a child is depressed? What if the child isn't defiant or "bad," they are "just depressed?" Sarah and Dr. Vaughn discuss how sticking to the rules is EVEN MORE important when your child is suffering from mental health issues.