Depression/Anxiety is a B**ch and everyone deals with it. In this episode, we discuss all the unhealthy ways we deal with depression/anxiety and offer a few healthy tips to cope with the pressure.

Music - Solange - Cranes in the Sky

Ted Talk - Chronic Stress, Anxiety? - You Are Your Best Doctor! | Dr. Bal Pawa

https://youtu.be/qq0DBeFdDlM

Do you let people run all over you? Have you ever been called a pushover? Listen to our conversation on how we set boundaries and also learn some new tips to help you set some boundaries for yourself. 

Music - H.E.R- Hard Place

Recommended Book: Boundaries by Henry Cloud and John Townsend 

Come take a look into yourself. How introspective are you? How much accountability do you take before you try to blame someone else for the actions/circumstances that happen to you? 

Music: Umi- Introspection

TED TALK link: https://youtu.be/tGdsOXZpyWE

Special Guest: Elvis Shaw (IG: @elvisions)

We're answering the age old question, "Can members of the opposite sex be platonic friends?" And HOW? No worries, we get some differing opinions this episode. We're joined by Ray's ALLEGED platonic friend, El, and how they maneuver in their friendship! You're guaranteed to get some laughs and good stories where you think it may have gone beyond "just friends". 

Music: Finally Aaron- Golden Girls Remix (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWD_VPiMlso)

In this week's episode, we discuss the romance (or the lack thereof) in our lives. Join the conversation as we chit chat about why we are to blame for the lack of romance in our lives. 

Music: Love on the Brain by Rihanna 

Valentine's Day Giveaway !!!

We are so excited about the launch of the You Need a Therapist Podcast. We've got some great feedback from you guys and to show our gratitude for all for your support, we have partnered with Brie's Artisan Goods (@briesartisangoods) to bring you a sweet Valentine's Day Giveaway.  For details visit us on Instagram @youneedatherapistpod. 

How often do you pick up your phone just to check it? Do you know how to put it down and be present and in the moment? Social Media is controlling our every move. How much control will you take back. 

Music: Erykah Badu- Phone Down

Here we discuss that talking things through with your friends is fine but here's why you should probably seek professional help! 

Music: Wale- The Problem

https://therapyforblackgirls.com/

Have you ever given the compliment "You're pretty. . . for a black girl"? If you have, then let's not do that again. In this episode, we discuss our experience with receiving this "compliment" and why it is not okay.

Music: Kendrick Lamar- F*ck Your Ethnicity!

Let's recap 2020 and all of it's madness! We're bringing in the new year being reflective on some of our challenges as well as our triumphs. Grab your journal and reflect with us! 

Music: Fabolous ft. French Montana- Ball Drop

Listen to our trailer to hear about what's to come in future episodes! Follow us on IG @youneedatherapistpod.