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Therapy isn’t broken — the way we talk about it is.
In this episode, we get real about what therapy actually is, why “just talk about it” doesn’t work for everyone, and how the one-size-fits-all model has left so many people feeling confused, discouraged, or like therapy “failed” them.
We break down traditional talk therapy, what client-centered therapy really means, and why feeling safe, seen, and understood matters more than any label or modality. We also explore what happens when therapy goes beyond the couch — from alternative modalities and improv-based therapy to community, play, and emotional flexibility.
We don’t sugarcoat the mental health system either. We talk about why it feels so hard to access care, what to do when therapy feels out of reach financially, and the creative, affordable options people don’t talk about enough.
If you’ve ever wondered, “Is therapy even working for me?” or felt like you were doing it wrong — this episode is for you. There’s no gold star for healing. The only rule is finding what actually helps.
Trust yourself. Stay curious. And remember: therapy isn’t about fixing you — it’s about supporting you.
🎙️ New Wayz with Christina Pehr — real conversations, real people, and new ways of seeing yourself.
✨ Follow along for more:
TikTok: @new.wayz.podcast
Instagram: @NewWayzPodcast
Instagram: @Christina.ishere
🌟Guest: Salma Soliman
Instagram: @braveyoutherapy
Website: www.braveyoutherapy.com
00:00 Introducing the Guest & Today's Topic
02:00 What is Traditional Therapy?
06:30 Why One Size Doesn’t Fit All
10:00 The Importance of Client-Centered Therapy
14:00 Safety, Vulnerability, and Being Seen
18:00 Authenticity and Self-Awareness in Therapy
22:00 How to Choose the Right Therapist
26:00 Beyond Talk Therapy: Modalities and Improv Therapy
31:00 Community, Play, and Emotional Flexibility
35:00 Navigating the Broken Mental Health System
39:00 Affordable Therapy & Alternative Resources
42:00 Final Advice: Trust Yourself & Try Therapy
44:00 Closing Thoughts & Appreciation
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Therapy isn’t broken — the way we talk about it is.
In this episode, we get real about what therapy actually is, why “just talk about it” doesn’t work for everyone, and how the one-size-fits-all model has left so many people feeling confused, discouraged, or like therapy “failed” them.
We break down traditional talk therapy, what client-centered therapy really means, and why feeling safe, seen, and understood matters more than any label or modality. We also explore what happens when therapy goes beyond the couch — from alternative modalities and improv-based therapy to community, play, and emotional flexibility.
We don’t sugarcoat the mental health system either. We talk about why it feels so hard to access care, what to do when therapy feels out of reach financially, and the creative, affordable options people don’t talk about enough.
If you’ve ever wondered, “Is therapy even working for me?” or felt like you were doing it wrong — this episode is for you. There’s no gold star for healing. The only rule is finding what actually helps.
Trust yourself. Stay curious. And remember: therapy isn’t about fixing you — it’s about supporting you.
🎙️ New Wayz with Christina Pehr — real conversations, real people, and new ways of seeing yourself.
✨ Follow along for more:
TikTok: @new.wayz.podcast
Instagram: @NewWayzPodcast
Instagram: @Christina.ishere
🌟Guest: Salma Soliman
Instagram: @braveyoutherapy
Website: www.braveyoutherapy.com
00:00 Introducing the Guest & Today's Topic
02:00 What is Traditional Therapy?
06:30 Why One Size Doesn’t Fit All
10:00 The Importance of Client-Centered Therapy
14:00 Safety, Vulnerability, and Being Seen
18:00 Authenticity and Self-Awareness in Therapy
22:00 How to Choose the Right Therapist
26:00 Beyond Talk Therapy: Modalities and Improv Therapy
31:00 Community, Play, and Emotional Flexibility
35:00 Navigating the Broken Mental Health System
39:00 Affordable Therapy & Alternative Resources
42:00 Final Advice: Trust Yourself & Try Therapy
44:00 Closing Thoughts & Appreciation