In this month's episode, we talk about Secure Attachment and Earned Security. We discuss research and how various attachment styles can work toward earned security. 

Stillface Experiment Video 

Book - The Power of Discord

In today's episode we take the Self Compassion Quiz and talk about what self compassion is and how to practice this helpful mental health tool.

Website referenced: self-compassion.org

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In this episode we get to speak with Jami Lynn Bula, a sex therapist. We ask her: 

Resources mentioned in today's podcast: 

Jami Lynn's YouTube Channel Practice Intimacy 

Doug Braun-Harvey's Website

Book: Come As You Are - By: Emily Nagoski

Jami Lynn's Boundaries Workshop 

Jami Lynn's Intimacy Workshop 

Sign Up for Jami Lynn's Email List Serve

In this episode, Lauren and Caleb discuss Internal Family Systems Therapy. We talk about the basics of this therapy model and how it could potentially benefit you as a client with an IFS therapist.

We would love to hear from you! Please email your questions, thoughts, or suggested topics to [email protected].

Want to contact Caleb? Here's his website: https://comatthews.com/

Want to contact Lauren? Here's her website and socials: https://laurenspaulding.co/ & @laurenspaulding.co on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook

**Edits corrected, full episode now available** In today's episode, we talk about negative experiences that can happen in therapy and what to do if you experience them. We cover topics like unethical therapy practices, when to report a therapist, and when to terminate therapy services.

In this episode we reference a list created by a therapist account on Instagram: @movingpartspsychotherapy

As always, please feel free to message us at [email protected] with any questions or thoughts. We would love to hear from you!

Want to contact Cal and check out what he's doing? https://comatthews.com/

Want to contact Lauren and check out what she's doing? https://laurenspaulding.co/

In today's episode of Thoughts on Therapy we will discuss EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) as a therapy model. We will cover a general overview of the model, our own experiences as both therapists and clients, and what an actual session looks like with an EMDR therapist. 

EMDR Austin Police Department Program

In today's episode, we cover Harry Potter and some themes of Attachment (Caregiving). We also briefly discuss Internal Family Systems and J.K. Rowling's recent transphobic remarks. 

If you are interested in learning more about Harry Potter and Attachment theory please search for book clubs at https://www.marshalllyles.com/. 

You can also join us at the Expressive Therapies Summit. 

As always, please feel free to message us at [email protected] with any questions or thoughts. We would love to hear from you!

Want to contact Cal and check out what he's doing? https://comatthews.com/

Want to contact Lauren and check out what she's doing? https://laurenspaulding.co/

Welcome to the Thoughts on Therapy Podcast, a show where therapist friends talk about mental health and counseling.

In this episode, Lauren and Caleb discuss what to expect in your first few therapy sessions and some things to look for in a therapist. You will learn about how some counselors set up the first phone call, some things therapists are looking for to serve you best, and what to expect for a healthy, comfortable experience with a new therapist.

We would love to hear from you! Please email your questions, thoughts, or suggested topics to [email protected].

Want to contact Caleb? Here's his website: https://comatthews.com/

Want to contact Lauren? Here's her website and socials: https://laurenspaulding.co/ & @laurenspaulding.co on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook

Welcome to the first episode of the Thoughts on Therapy Podcast, a show where therapist friends talk about mental health and counseling. 

In this episode, Lauren and Caleb discuss different types of boundaries, with examples from pop culture. You will learn about rigid, healthy, and porous boundaries and where they might show up in your life (for example: time boundaries, physical boundaries, or material boundaries). 

We would love to hear from you! Please email your questions, thoughts, or suggested topics to [email protected].