KathyDan and Jess were super jazzed to chat with this week’s guest Michaela Strauss. She is a therapist who specializes in maternal mental wellness. Michaela shared with Spilling the Thera-Tea information about support and preparations for moms during pregnancy and how to create an emotional registry. She informed us about the “fourth trimester,” the guilt and shame that comes with new motherhood and provided coping strategies and resources. KathyDan and Jess provided information about postpartum depression, how that differs from the baby blues, and what postpartum psychosis looks like. The team wraps it up by answering some listener questions in the Asked and Answered segment.
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Guest  in today’s episode:

Michaela Strauss
IG: @michaelamstrauss
FB: Michaela Strauss Counseling

Books, Podcasts and Instagrams Mentioned in today’s episode:

Good Moms Have Scary Thousts: A HealingGuide to the Secret Fears of New Mothers -  Karen Kleiman  (Author), Molly McIntyre (Illustrator)

https://amzn.to/3dX9lZb

The Pregnancy Workbook - Kat Kaeni
https://amzn.to/3Tt8tfd

Breathe Mama Breathe- Shonda Moralis
https://amzn.to/3pSspKC

The Fourth Trimester- Kimberly Ann Johnson
https://amzn.to/3AXqsTR

Leading organization/website for PPD/PPA: https://www.postpartum.net

They offer multiple support groups and have a support line IG accounts:
@drcassidy @happyasamother @psychedmommy
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DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not replace the advice you may be receiving from a licensed therapist.This podcast and website represents the opinions of KathyDan Moore, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Co-Host Jess Lowe, and their guests to the show and website. The content here should not be taken as medical advice.

The content here is for informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.Views and opinions expressed in the podcast and website are our own. While we make every effort to ensure that the information we are sharing is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors.
Privacy is of utmost importance to us. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in the podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality.This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. 
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KathyDan and Jess chat about homesickness this week. They dive into what causes homesickness, how to help manage it, and things parents can do to help new college students better acclimate to their new homes. The team wraps it up by answering some listener questions in the Asked and Answered segment about supporting kids who are showing heightened concern about their body size as well as how to best manage sibling rivalry.

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Mentioned in today’s episode:

Intuitive Eating: 4th Edition by RDN Evelyn Tribole, MS
https://amzn.to/3cf7Tkq
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DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not replace the advice you may be receiving from a licensed therapist.This podcast and website represents the opinions of KathyDan Moore, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Co-Host Jess Lowe, and their guests to the show and website. The content here should not be taken as medical advice.

The content here is for informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.Views and opinions expressed in the podcast and website are our own. While we make every effort to ensure that the information we are sharing is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors.

Privacy is of utmost importance to us. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in the podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality.This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. 

No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast or website.In no way does listening, reading, emailing or interacting on social media with our content establish a doctor-patient relationship.

If you find any errors in any of the content of  these podcasts or blogs, please send a message to [email protected].
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KathyDan and Jess enjoy a fun exploration into dating. They discuss the red and green flags in relationships, share some funny dating stories, and look at how we have to be our best selves first to truly be ready for a healthy relationship. The team wraps it up by answering some listener questions in the Asked and Answered segment about ADHD and nicotine as well as music as a form of therapy.
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The National Domestic Violence Hotline - 800-799-7233 or SMS: Text START to 88788

The Novel Cure: From Abandonment to Zestlessness: 751 Books to Cure What Ails You by:Ella Berthoudhttps://amzn.to/3C1ukE0

Eight Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love By: by John Gottman Ph.D., Julie Schwartz Gottman Ph.D., Doug Abrams, and Rachel Carlton Abrams M.D. https://amzn.t/3zQJFEH

The Relationship Cure: A 5 Step Guide to Strengthening Your Marriage, Family, and Friendships By: John Gottman https://amzn.to/3C3klOC

The Love Prescription: Seven Days to More Intimacy, Connection, and Joy (The Seven Days Series) ( available for Pre-order) by  John Gottman Ph.D. & Julie Schwartz Gottman Ph.D.  https://amzn.to/3drZ5rF
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DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not replace the advice you may be receiving from a licensed therapist.This podcast and website represents the opinions of KathyDan Moore, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Co-Host Jess Lowe, and their guests to the show and website. The content here should not be taken as medical advice.

The content here is for informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.Views and opinions expressed in the podcast and website are our own. While we make every effort to ensure that the information we are sharing is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors.

Privacy is of utmost importance to us. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in the podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality.This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. 

No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast or website.In no way does listening, reading, emailing or interacting on social media with our content establish a doctor-patient relationship.

If you find any errors in any of the content of  these podcasts or blogs, please send a message to kdandjess@spilli

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KathyDan and Jess dive into the topic of EMDR, which stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, on Spilling the Thera-Tea. They discuss the basic mechanics of EMDR and the broad strokes of how this technique pairs the cognitive recollection of a traumatic or distressing event with a powerful memory of being safe. It allows people to think about the traumatic event without having the emotional distress associated with it. The team wraps it up by answering some listener questions in the Asked and Answered segment.
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Mentioned in today’s episode:

NOTICE THAT - Podcast that focuses on EMDR!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/notice-that/id1462605147


You should get emergency care if you have disturbing thoughts about harming yourself, including thoughts of suicide, or about harming others. If you have thoughts like this, you can call any of the following:

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (United States). To call this line, dial 1.800.273.TALK (1.800.273.8255).
• Local crisis lines. Mental health organizations and centers in your area may offer resources and help through crisis lines.
• 911 (or your local emergency services number)

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not replace the advice you may be receiving from a licensed therapist.

This podcast and website represents the opinions of KathyDan Moore, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Co-Host Jess Lowe, and their guests to the show and website. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.

Views and opinions expressed in the podcast and website are our own. While we make every effort to ensure that the information we are sharing is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors.

Privacy is of utmost importance to us. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in the podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality.

This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony.  No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast or website.

In no way does listening, reading, emailing or interacting on social media with our content establish a doctor-patient relationship.

If you find any errors in any of the content of 

Have a question for our Asked and Answered Segment? Email Us!
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KathyDan and Jess dive into the topic of ADHD on Spilling the Thera-Tea. They discuss ADD vs. ADHD, how the disorder can present differently in people, and some ways to detect it in children and adults. KathyDan shares some of her personal and clinical experience with ADHD and touches on the latest brain scan research that is teaching us about how this is a brain disorder and not a behavioral choice. Jess shares some ways that people can manage their ADHD symptoms outside of, or in addition to, psychotropic medication. The team wraps it up by answering some listener questions in the Asked and Answered segment.
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Links to articles mentioned in today’s episode:

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/adult-adhd/symptoms-causes/syc-20350878

https://www.verywellmind.com/can-adhd-develop-in-adulthood-20485

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not replace the advice you may be receiving from a licensed therapist.

This podcast and website represents the opinions of KathyDan Moore, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Co-Host Jess Lowe, and their guests to the show and website. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.

Views and opinions expressed in the podcast and website are our own. While we make every effort to ensure that the information we are sharing is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors.

Privacy is of utmost importance to us. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in the podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality.

This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony.  No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast or website.

In no way does listening, reading, emailing or interacting on social media with our content establish a doctor-patient relationship.

If you find any errors in any of the content of  these podcasts or blogs, please send a message to [email protected].

For sponsor inquiries, please email: [email protected]

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We experienced some technical difficulties this week but we didn’t let it stop us from sharing our informative conversation with Brittany Gordon! Please bear with us as we work through all the kinks. -KathyDan and Jess 
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Brittany Gordon is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has worked extensively with adolescents who experience deficits in emotion regulation skills and behavioral challenges. She is a trained Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist as well as a Dialectical Behavioral Therapist. Brittany joins Spilling the Thera-Tea to discuss how people can better recognize if they are having difficulty managing their emotions and how that can show up in a detrimental way in their lives.

Brittany and KathyDan talk about their clinical experiences and healthy ways to diffuse emotional dysregulation and Jess shares some techniques she has used to better cope with emotional outbursts stemming from childhood trauma. Brittany also shares information about her new support and skills groups at KDM called Control Your Emotions, Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You. The team and Brittany wrap it up by answering some listener questions in the Asked and Answered segment.

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not replace the advice you may be receiving from a licensed therapist.

This podcast and website represents the opinions of KathyDan Moore, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Co-Host Jess Lowe, and their guests to the show and website. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.

Views and opinions expressed in the podcast and website are our own. While we make every effort to ensure that the information we are sharing is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors.

Privacy is of utmost importance to us. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in the podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality.

This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony.  No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast or website.

In no way does listening, reading, emailing or interacting on social media with our content establish a doctor-patient relationship.

If you find any errors in any of the content of  these podcasts or blogs, please send a message to [email protected].

Podcast Music by:  Lemon Music Studio

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AnnLee Allen is a Mental Health Therapist who specializes in Relationship and Couples Counseling. AnnLee joins Spilling the Thera-Tea to discuss what couples counseling looks like and some warning signs of when it might be time to seek a therapist’s help. AnnLee and KathyDan talk about the their clinical experiences and how to increase the likelihood of success for a couple and Jess shares some interesting statistics about couples counseling. The team wraps it up by answering some listener questions in the Asked and Answered segment.


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Books discussed in today’s episode:

The Seven Principles of Making Marriage Work- https://amzn.to/3AXdc1Z

The State of Affairs:Rethinking Infidelity- https://amzn.to/3ObxffN

Eight Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love-  https://amzn.to/3o4UmxZ


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DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not replace the advice you may be receiving from a licensed therapist.

This podcast and website represents the opinions of KathyDan Moore, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Co-Host Jess Lowe, and their guests to the show and website. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.

Views and opinions expressed in the podcast and website are our own. While we make every effort to ensure that the information we are sharing is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors.

Privacy is of utmost importance to us. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in the podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality.

This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony.  No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast or website.

In no way does listening, reading, emailing or interacting on social media with our content establish a doctor-patient relationship.

If you find any errors in any of the content of  these podcasts or blogs, please send a message to [email protected].

Podcast Music by:  Lemon Music Studio

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Before we dive into our first full episode, we thought we would do a little get to know us session!

We will discuss who we are, why we wanted to do the podcast ,  what to expect, do a little Q&A and more!

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As promised, Mom’s Pasta Recipe!

3 cups pasta of your choice ( I love elbow)
2 cans tuna in water, drained
1 can sweet peas, drained ( optional…. KathyDan…)
1 dry ranch packet
Mayo ( enough to make it stick together.. this is how I measure)
Salt & Pepper to taste

Boil your Pasta. Drain
Drain your tuna and sweet peas.
Mix all ingredients into a bowl
Refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
Serve chilled
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DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not replace the advice you may be receiving from a licensed therapist.

This podcast and website represents the opinions of KathyDan Moore, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Co-Host Jess Lowe, and their guests to the show and website. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.

Views and opinions expressed in the podcast and website are our own. While we make every effort to ensure that the information we are sharing is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors.

Privacy is of utmost importance to us. All people, places, and scenarios mentioned in the podcast have been changed to protect patient confidentiality.

This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony.  No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast or website.

In no way does listening, reading, emailing or interacting on social media with our content establish a doctor-patient relationship.

If you find any errors in any of the content of  these podcasts or blogs, please send a message to [email protected].

Podcast Music by:  Lemon Music Studio

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This is our trailer for a brand new podcast coming your way! Spilling The Thera-Tea hosted by Jess Lowe and therapist KathyDan Moore will dive deep into mental health topics, answer reader’s questions and share personal experiences. Our hope is that by sharing information and experiences we can break the stigma surrounding mental health.  


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