We start out discussing a restorative trip to Jamaica, emphasizing the importance of choosing compatible travel companions. Then we move into a discussion about our career paths as therapists, highlighting the different experiences and motivations that led us into the field. We explore the differences between counseling and psychology, including the varied training and specialties within the professions. 

We also cover the most common barriers to seeking therapy, including the significance of readiness, financial considerations, and overcoming stigma, particularly within the black community. We offer guidance for individuals seeking therapy, including how to find a therapist (hint: good ol' GOOGLE) and what questions to ask. We emphasize the importance of understanding a therapist's credentials and specialties to ensure a good fit. 

This episode's Tap In or Tap Out' segment answers a listener question about what aspects of our upbringing do we bring into -or consciously drop- from our toolbox as we raise our own children.

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Episode Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to Tap In with Tiffany

01:03 Summer Adventures and Travel Tips

01:47 Navigating Group Travel Dynamics

04:11 Therapy Talk: Our Journeys into the Field

11:28 Understanding Counseling vs. Psychology

15:56 Finding the Right Therapist for You

24:48 Working with Different Client Populations

31:42 The Value of Personal Experience in Counseling

32:31 Challenges in Substance Use Counseling

35:34 Understanding Client Needs and Boundaries

38:15 Barriers to Starting Therapy

42:58 The Importance of Long-Term Therapy

48:49 Finding the Right Therapist

52:53 Tap In or Tap Out? Parenting: Lessons and Reflections

01:02:07 Conclusion

Hosts: Dr. Tiffany Darby, Dr. Tiffany Monroe-Hurd, Dr. Tiffany Hairston

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Produced By: Lumen Vision Sound  

www.lumen-vision-sound.com/podcasts