This Doesn’t Count As Therapy

By Carlissa, LPC

Welcome to This Doesn’t Count As Therapy, a podcast dedicated to making mental health and personal growth accessible to everyone. Join us as we explore the complexities of trauma, the nervous syste

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How many episodes does This Doesn’t Count As Therapy have?

The podcast currently has 23 episodes available.

This Doesn’t Count As Therapy episodes:

October 08, 2025 What We Expect from Love (and What It Expects from Us)
Ugh, can I just talk about love again & again?!?!

Sometimes we put a lot on love. We expect it to make us feel whole, fix our fears, or prove that we’re finally enough. But what happens when love can’t carry all of that?

link to Kim Holloway’s Substack article: https://open.substack.com/pub/coachkimholloway/p/love-as-a-mirror?r=1k3wq1&utm_medium=ios

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COACHING CLASSES OPEN JAN 2026

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This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider.

All opinions are mine and mine alone and do not represent my employer.

Therapy resources:
https://www.psychologytoday.com
https://therapyforblackgirls.com
https://openpathcollective.org
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22min
October 01, 2025 How to Grieve When You Don't Understand It
See previous episode: Episode 7: Give Yourself Permission to Grieve (for deeper context on death and loss). If grief were a class, most of us would’ve skipped the lecture...not because we wanted to but because no one really teaches us how to deal with it. This week, we’re in Grief 101: why it’s more than just death, and how ambiguous grief-the kind with no closure shapes us too. We’ll share real-life examples and talk through practical ways to navigate both kinds of grief. Think of it as a crash course in giving yourself permission to feel, to honor what’s been lost (even if no one else names it), and to move at your own pace.

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This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider.

All opinions are mine and mine alone and do not represent my employer.

Therapy resources:
https://www.psychologytoday.com
https://therapyforblackgirls.com
https://openpathcollective.org
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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22min
August 28, 2025 How Choices Can Change Your Life
Learn how to stop telling yourself "I don't have a choice." In this episode, we explore how recognizing your options, even the small ones, can shift your perspective, restore your sense of agency, and create real freedom in your everyday life.

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This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider.

All opinions are mine and mine alone and do not represent my employer.

GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: [email protected] www.thisdoesntcountastherapy.com

Therapy resources:
https://www.psychologytoday.com
https://therapyforblackgirls.com
https://openpathcollective.org
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18min
July 29, 2025 Mastering Your 20s: Social Media, Self-Discovery & Finding Joy with Breanna and Kaitlyn
It’s only right that Episode 20 is all about your 20s! This decade is a mix of highs, lessons, and figuring out who you truly are. This is such an intimate episode and i'm so grateful to have Breanna and Kaitlyn share parts of their story with us. We dive into navigating love, staying grounded in a social media-driven world, the power of being present, and why it’s okay to walk away...even when something once felt blissful.

Bonus question: What would your 20-something soundtrack consist of?

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This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider.

All opinions are mine and mine alone and do not represent my employer.

GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: [email protected] - www.thisdoesntcountastherapy.com

Therapy resources:
https://www.psychologytoday.com
https://therapyforblackgirls.com
https://openpathcollective.org
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44min
June 09, 2025 From One Chronic Overwhelmer to the Next
Feeling like you should have it all figured out by now? Same. This episode is for the chronic overwhelmers. We're talking about giving ourselves permission to change, to slow down, and to not have a 5-year plan. Because growth isn’t a straight line and that’s more than okay.

*MUST BE FOLLOWING ON INSTAGRAM TO BE CONSIDERED IN GIFT SELECTION*
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This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider.

All opinions are mine and mine alone and do not represent my employer.

GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: [email protected] - www.thisdoesntcountastherapy.com

Therapy resources:
https://www.psychologytoday.com
https://therapyforblackgirls.com
https://openpathcollective.org
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14min
May 21, 2025 You Are Always Becoming: Not Being Afraid to Pivot
Growth isn’t linear, and who you were last year..or even last week..doesn’t have to define who you are becoming. This episode is a reminder that it’s okay to shift, change direction, and make space for new versions of yourself. Pivoting isn't quitting, it's choosing alignment over expectation.

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This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider.

All opinions are mine and mine alone and do not represent my employer.

GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: [email protected] - www.thisdoesntcountastherapy.com

Therapy resources:
https://www.psychologytoday.com
https://therapyforblackgirls.com
https://openpathcollective.org
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11min
April 10, 2025 Radical Rest
In this season of renewal, we're talking about the kind of rest that goes deeper than sleep, one that honors your becoming. Just like the earth needs time to be still before it blooms, so do we.

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This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider.

All opinions are mine and mine alone and do not represent my employer.

GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: [email protected] - www.thisdoesntcountastherapy.com

Therapy resources:
https://www.psychologytoday.com
https://therapyforblackgirls.com
https://openpathcollective.org
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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14min
March 24, 2025 "What would dating look like if you didn't feel like time was running out?" with VIP Matchmaker Simone Grossman
In this episode, we dive into the top layer of dating and connection with VIP matchmaker Simone Grossman. With eight years of experience, Simone shares insights on mindful dating. Tune in for expert advice on building intentional and fulfilling connections in a healthy way.

CONNECT WITH SIMONE:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/matchedbysimone/?hl=en
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theinternetyenta?_t=ZP-8ux9eJQNUuE&_r=1

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This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider.

All opinions are mine and mine alone and do not represent my employer.

GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: [email protected] - www.thisdoesntcountastherapy.com

Therapy resources:
https://www.psychologytoday.com
https://therapyforblackgirls.com
https://openpathcollective.org
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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24min
February 17, 2025 Guide to Loving Yourself – Decentering Romantic Relationships and Choosing You
In this episode of TDCAT, we dive into the transformative power of choosing yourself. While we talk about decentering men, this message extends to anyone who finds themselves prioritizing romantic relationships over their own well-being...regardless of gender or relationship dynamics.

We explore why self-love isn’t selfish but essential. You'll learn how societal conditioning can lead us to seek external validation and how to shift that focus inward. From practical self-care strategies to powerful mindset shifts, this episode is your guide to reconnecting with the person who matters most: you.

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This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider.

All opinions are mine and mine alone and do not represent my employer.

GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: [email protected] - www.thisdoesntcountastherapy.com

Therapy resources:
https://www.psychologytoday.com
https://therapyforblackgirls.com
https://openpathcollective.org
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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12min
February 02, 2025 Money Does Not Control You with Breanna Fennell
Let's chat about something that makes us all uncomfy.... MONEY! In this episode, Breanna gives us realistic tips to take control of your financial well-being, without letting it control you. Tune in for practical insights and mindful strategies to cultivate financial peace and empowerment!

Breanna Fennell is a NC State Alumna with her Master’s in Accountancy. She currently works in Finance as a Commercial Project Manager with both entrepreneurial and International Tax experience.

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If you found this episode helpful, share it with a friend who could use some good money inspoooo. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review—it helps us bring more amazing guests like Breanna to the show!

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This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider.

All opinions are mine and mine alone and do not represent my employer.

GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: [email protected]

Therapy resources:
https://www.psychologytoday.com
https://therapyforblackgirls.com
https://openpathcollective.org
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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FAQs about This Doesn’t Count As Therapy:

How many episodes does This Doesn’t Count As Therapy have?

The podcast currently has 23 episodes available.

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