In this episode Chris and Cortney go from hosts to parents and talk about raising their teenagers. They work through what it means to have teenagers, how the teens think, and what they are going through. As the adult there are things that you need to do to be understanding by using your x-ray goggles and help them navigate this difficult time of change. Tune in to see Parenting the Teenager Through a Therapist’s Eyes.

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Parenting the Teenager: X-Ray Goggles - Ep161

In this episode Chris talks Self-Acceptance with new co-host, his editor, Cortney Donelson. He then talks about the opposite of that, self-critique. This is the demon that can lead you down a path of insecurities and self-destruction. He then talks about how you can learn to go from acceptance to loving yourself and how that then spills out to other people and how we treat them. Tune in to see Self-Acceptance Through a Therapist’s Eyes.

Self-Acceptance and the Demon of Self-Critique - Ep160

Kasie wraps up her time as co-host by talking to Chris about the importance of being mindful and fully immersing yourself in the present. She discusses how your early live experiences influence how your mind and body are triggered and react now. Then she gives you some tips to get your mind back into focus when you start to wander. Tune in to see Complete Immersion in Being Present Through a Therapist’s Eyes.

Mindfulness: Complete Immersion in being PRESENT - Ep159

Kasie continues to provide her great insight in helping building resiliency when dealing with one thing that most people have gone through and that is when a relationship ends. For a lot of people that means a divorce. She discusses what are some signs you can look for as a relationship starts to fade, and what are some of the first steps you can take to recover. Her primary recommendation is to look at Solution Focused Recovery. Tune in to see Divorce Recovery Through a Therapist’s Eyes.

Divorce Recovery and Relationship Endings - Ep158

We live your lives full of positive thoughts and lifestyles, but what if we told you that might be toxic for you and your relationships. Kasie look at the mental wellbeing of those people that try to live a Good Vibes only type of life. She goes over what this toxic positivity looks like, and why it could be hurting you more than it is helping. She then wraps up the show talking about solutions to avoid getting to that point. Tune in to the see Toxic Positivity Through a Therapist’s Eyes.

Toxic Positivity: Is Good Vibes Only, the best mindset for every situation? - Ep157

In this episode Chris sits down with someone familiar with the AA 12 steps program to discuss the process and how it has helped him stay sober for the last 13 years. They talk about his life before AA, what lead him to get started, and what his life is like now. Chris then walks through each step to show how each one can be applied to everyone when dealing with their own struggles. Tune in to see The Twelve Steps of Recovery for All of Us Through a Therapist’s Eyes.

The Twelve Steps of Recovery for All of Us - Ep156

This month Kasie steps in as host and she starts by talking about Generational Stereotypes. This means Chris gets to be on the hot seat answering the hard questions. She starts by covering what the requirements are for the different generations. Then talks about the uniqueness of today's society because there can be up to 5 generations in a family. They go over some suggestions on how to make multi-generational interaction work. Tune in to the see Generational Stereotypes Through a Therapist’s Eyes.

Generational Stereotypes: Are We Entitled or Enlightened? - Ep155

In this episode Chris sits down with fellow therapist Kasie to talk about what makes therapy work. They start by talking about what you should do when considering therapy and how you should pick your therapist. What you need to do once you commit to the sessions and what the therapist should do as well. Therapy is not a one-sided relationship, both parties need to be actively involved to make the changes that the patient needs. Tune in to see What Makes Therapy Work Through a Therapist’s Eyes.

What Helps to make Therapy Successful or Productive - Ep154

In this episode Chris welcomes his oldest son and a friend to talk about the big life adjustments that happen after they graduate from high school. They look at how those changes have affected them and what they have done to help them make it through this time in their life. On top of that they also have had to deal with the reality of the COVID pandemic too. Tune in to see Life Adjustments Through a Therapist’s Eyes.

Life Adjustments: After High School during Covid - Ep153

Would you call yourself an Open Book or a Private person? In this episode Chris looks at those two personality types to discuss what that means for you and how these ties to boundaries.  He discusses why boundaries are there for you and your relationships. He looks at what healthy boundaries look like and then he gives you some ideas that will help you set them. Tune in to see Boundaries Through a Therapist’s Eyes.

Boundaries. Is Being an “open book” or a “Private Person” Good or Bad - Ep152

In this episode Chris talks about chapter 11 in his book, Accepting Things is Part of your Emotional Growth. One of the first thing that a person will do is Deny, Deny, Deny when something is hard for them to address about themselves. This means that when someone is looking to grow, they must first look at the parts that need to change that they are denying. While it is a struggle, the growth you will go through is worth it. Tune in to see Accepting Things is Part of Your Emotional Growth Through a Therapist’s Eyes.

Accepting things is part of your Emotional Growth - Ep151

Chris welcomes in fellow therapist Anne Jurchak to sit down and discuss her experiences helping those affected by homelessness. They breakdown some of the common misconceptions for those that are dealing with it. How her organization works with and helps people that come to them. They close the episode by looking at how relationships are a key aspect of what is needed to not only help prevent homelessness but how it can get people back on their feet and headed in the right direction. Tune in the see Experiences with Homelessness in America Through a Therapist’s Eyes.

Experiences with Homelessness in America with Anne Jurchak - Ep150

Have you ever had a traumatic experience and for the following 30 days you struggle with affects from it? If so, then you have acute stress disorder. Chris will call this PTSD lite when describing it because a person will go through the same symptoms and struggles as someone with PTSD. They discuss what you should be looking out for when you think you have it and provides some steps to help you get through it. Tune in to see Acute Stress Disorder Through a Therapist's Eyes.

How do dramatic Life events affects us: Acute Stress Disorder - Ep149

In this Episode Chris revisits the topic of Moral Courage with co-host Matthew Hanks. Would they take action if they were in a situation that could cause harm for themselves or someone close to them? What goes through a person's mind when they come across situations that they know are wrong or is dangerous? What must a person do to have moral courage? Why is it hard for someone to speak up in situations like these? Tune in to see Moral Courage Revisited Through a Therapist's Eyes.

Do you Speak up? Moral Courage... Revisited - Ep148

In this episode Chris welcomes our new co-host Matthew Hanks to discuss Empty Nesting. They go through what it means to have an empty nest.  Address the concern that as kids get bigger, their problems also get bigger. They look at what it really means when letting go so your kids can grow and be on their own. Finally, they look at ways that can help you with the transition to the new part of your life. Tune in to see If Empty Nesting Is Really an Empty House Through a Therapist’s Eyes.

Is Empty Nesting Really an Empty House - Ep147

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