The Viva Podcast

The Viva Podcast

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The Viva Podcast episodes

  • Episode 91: Unsolicited Advice
    How often are you offered unsolicited advice, and how do you feel about that? 
    How often do you offer it?
    Rachel and Jor-El weigh in on this dynamic and give you some things to think about if you’re often feeling compelled to change someone else’s behavior. Thanks for listening!
    31 min
  • Episode 90: Lizzo, Ableism & The Power of Language
    Recently, performer Lizzo came under fire for using an ableist slur in one of her newest songs. She quickly issued an apology and changed it. The power that has!
    Tune as Rachel Gersten and Jor-El Caraballo weigh in on the power of language and its role in dehumanization. Please give the episode a thumbs up by writing a review and sharing with a friend who would appreciate the conversation. Thank you for listening!
    Related reading: The Ten Stages of Genocide (Holocaust Memorial Day Trust)
    25 min
  • Episode 89: Framing The Trauma & Mental Health Impact of Gun Violence
    Buffalo. Uvalde. Chattanooga. New York City. Taft. Port Richmond. These days it seems almost impossible to keep up with the horror of mass shootings and gun violence in the United States.
    In our latest episode licensed therapists Rachel Gersten and Jor-El Caraballo share what the news gets wrong about gun violence and steps you can take today to prevent more senseless death and trauma for so many.
    34 min
  • Episode 88: How Do You Know When it’s Time to End Therapy?
    Other than questions about getting started with therapy, one of the questions that often comes up is how do you know when it’s time to end therapy (or “break up” with your therapist)?
    Join us for our latest episode as Jor-El and Rachel explore how to terminate therapy and signs that your therapist still keeps your best interest at heart - even while you’re leaving.
    21 min
  • Episode 87: How Do You Feel About Aging?
    Aging is a natural human process. If that's the case, then why do we have such complicated feelings about it? 
    Tune in to our latest episode as therapists Rachel and Jor-El talk about our collective relationship to aging and how we can start to see getting older a bit differently.
    24 min
  • Episode 86: Can Men and Women Be Just Friends?
    Can men and women be “just friends?” 
    It’s probably a question you’ve come across before but maybe you haven’t heard two therapists talk it through. Tune in as Rachel Gersten, LMHC and Jor-El Caraballo, LMHC reflect on the idea, the assumptions we make about gender (and sexuality), and identify an inclusive path forward.
    We are so thankful for you listening to the show! Please rate and review this episode, and, as always, send us your thoughts, questions and comments on Instagram (@vivamentalhealth). We’d love to hear from you!
    19 min
  • Episode 85: Should You Break Up with Your Partner?
    Are you in a relationship and wondering, “is it time to break up with my partner?”  If so, then this podcast is for you.
    Relationships are not that black and white, and neither is the choice to leave. It can be tough to sort through. Tune in as therapists Rachel and Jor-El explore some things to consider as a relationship faces its potential end.
    25 min
  • Episode 84: Individual Problems are Systemic
    How often do you find yourself deep in shame or self-criticism when things aren’t going your way? Do you feel this when you’re trying to access healthcare, commute or find a therapist? The barrier might be bigger than you or your attitude.
    Tune in as licensed therapists and Viva co-founders Jor-El Caraballo and Rachel Gersten dig into the tension between individual concerns and systemic failures. We hope you enjoy!
    Related reading:
    https://vivamentalhealth.com/please-vote/
    26 min
  • Episode 83: It’s Not High-Functioning Anxiety - it’s Just a Feeling
    Is high-functioning actually a thing?  If you’ve been on the gram or TikTok then you’d probably think so! Tune in to listen to this episode as mental health experts and licensed therapists Rachel Gersten and Jor-El Caraballo break it down.
    Rate and review this episode! And, as always, send us your thoughts, questions and comments on Instagram (@vivawellnessnyc). We’d love to hear from you!
    24 min

About The Viva Podcast

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Hi! Thanks for being here. We're Rachel and Jor-El, two licensed therapists here to make mental health and wellness more holistic, realistic, and accessible. We chat about relevant health topics, bust myths and stigmas, and share our unfiltered thoughts and give practical advice you can use. Catch us on the first Wednesday of the month as we help you live your best life possible - whatever that looks like for you.