We Could All Use Some Therapy

By Jill & Isabelle

Two therapists, one on the left coast and one on the right, talk all things therapy. Listen to them use humor and curiosity to reflect on what therapy is, why we use it, and how it could be better.... more

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How many episodes does We Could All Use Some Therapy have?

The podcast currently has 25 episodes available.

We Could All Use Some Therapy episodes:

May 02, 2023 Episode 15: We Could All Use Some Culturally Responsive Therapy
We speak with Dr. Nikki Taylor and Dr. Staysha Veal about culturally responsive therapy and the importance of inclusive access, in particular for historically marginalized communities.

Contact information:
Dr. Taylor can be reached via the Connection Clinic, offering therapy as well as therapeutic resources.
Visit Wholistic Expressions to contact Dr. Veal, also offering therapeutic support.

Follow us on Instagram! @wecouldallusesometherapy
Email us at [email protected] with a question or a show idea!
Check out our ⁠⁠⁠LinkTree⁠⁠⁠ for resources
Music credits: "Bobby Swing" by Bladverk Band/Epidemic Sound

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32min
April 03, 2023 Episode 14: We Could All Use More Affordable Care
Jill and Isabelle talk about the cost of therapy, insurance coverage verses private pay and a little bit about why it's all so complicated. Therapy should not be reserved for only the privileged!

*Please note there is brief discussion of suicidal ideation in the episode. Take care of yourself!*

Email us at [email protected] with a question or a show idea!
Check out our ⁠⁠LinkTree⁠⁠ for resources
Music credits: "Bobby Swing" by Bladverk Band/Epidemic Sound

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30min
March 20, 2023 Episode 13: We Could All Question Therapy Apps
Jill and Isabelle tackle the new(ish) world of therapy apps ... who they serve, how they serve, and where they fall short.
"Therapist in Your Pocket" story

Email us at [email protected] with a question or a show idea!
Check out our ⁠LinkTree⁠ for resources
Music credits: "Bobby Swing" by Bladverk Band/Epidemic Sound
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37min
March 06, 2023 Episode 12: We Could All Wonder About Social Media
Jill and Isabelle start to navigate the world of therapy on social media, what purpose it can serve, and what to be mindful of. Spoiler alert- Isabelle does NOT do a TikTok dance.

Email us at [email protected] with a question or a show idea!
Check out our LinkTree for resources
Music credits: "Bobby Swing" by Bladverk Band/Epidemic Sound
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30min
February 20, 2023 Episode 11: We Could All Question the DSM
Jill and Isabelle dig into the origins of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, aka, the DSM, and its impact. Unsolicited opinions, galore!

References:
History of the DSM
Crazy Like Us
Therapy Ghostbusters
Email us at [email protected] with a question or a show idea!
Check out our LinkTree for resources
Music credits: "Bobby Swing" by Bladverk Band/Epidemic Sound
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29min
February 06, 2023 Episode 10: We Could All Use Some Positivity
Jill and Isabelle interview Dr. Bridges, AKA Jill's father-in-law, about the field of Positive Psychology. Although a lesser talked about practice, they discuss its value and application. Do you strive for the Pleasant Life, the Good Life, the Meaningful Life... or all three?
Check out the Authentic Happiness Website
Email us at [email protected] with a question or a show idea!
Check out our LinkTree for resources
Music credits: "Bobby Swing" by Bladverk Band/Epidemic Sound

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37min
January 23, 2023 Episode 9: We Could All Use Some Realistic Expectations
Jill and Isabelle venture into the strange and unfamiliar world of optimism. They address what New Year's resolutions mean to them and how they show up in therapy.
Referenced in episode: White Supremacy Culture
Email us at [email protected] with a question or a show idea!
Check out our LinkTree for resources
Music credits: "Bobby Swing" by Bladverk Band/Epidemic Sound
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35min
December 08, 2022 Episode 8: We Could All Use Some Better Ideas, Mayor Adams
Jill and Isabelle breakdown and "impartially" review NYC Mayor Eric Adams' new plan to address the current crisis related to unhoused people, mental illness, and a spike in crime.

NPR: Eric Adams' new initiative (thumbs down emoji) - On Tuesday, Adams announced officials will begin hospitalizing more homeless people by involuntarily providing care to those deemed to be in "psychiatric crisis."
**Please note there are references in this episode to topics that may be activating to some with mention of psychiatric hospitalization.**
Email us at [email protected] with a question or a show idea!
Check out our LinkTree for resources
Music credits: "Bobby Swing" by Bladverk Band/Epidemic Sound

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32min
November 07, 2022 Episode 7: We Could All Use a Reality Check
Jill and Isabelle consider different portrayals of therapy on TV and in movies, for better and for worse.
Email us at [email protected] with a question or a show idea!
Check out our LinkTree for resources
Music credits: "Bobby Swing" by Bladverk Band/Epidemic Sound
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32min
October 23, 2022 Episode 6: We Could All Use Some History
Jill and Isabelle try to stay impartial and open minded while doing some digging into Freud and his contributions to the origins of the mental health field. They discuss power dynamics and its effects on modern day therapy.
**Please note there are references in this episode to topics that may be activating to some such as suicide, self harm and hospitalization.**
Email us at [email protected] with a question or a show idea!
Check out our LinkTree for resources
References:
The Checkered History of American Psychiatric Epidemiology
Sigmund Freud's Life, Theories, and Influence
Music credits: "Bobby Swing" by Bladverk Band/Epidemic Sound
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33min

FAQs about We Could All Use Some Therapy:

How many episodes does We Could All Use Some Therapy have?

The podcast currently has 25 episodes available.