Therapy Stuff!
By Rene Nevarez
We believe mental health is a critical part of your overall health. We hope you find this podcast entertaining and educational, as we explore, demystify and de-stigmatize important topics around mental health. We believe knowledge is power, and applied knowledge is ultimate power. Our goal is to help bridge the gap between consumer and provider in a helpful and fun way. And, in the end we really just think this Therapy Stuff is cool, so we hope you find it awesome too.
Therapy Stuff!May 02, 2023
Episode 9: Let's bust some myths about Therapy
Ever wonder if the things you heard about therapy are true, or the things you see on TV and in movies when it comes to mental health are authentic?
In this episode of Therapy Stuff, Alariza presents some common myths about therapy and mental health which Rene provides better and more accurate insight on. Hollywood, the media, or the internet might get somethings right, but not all. And your friends and family might be trusted resources for some information, but definitely not all.
Episode 8: The mindful pursuit of mindfulness...
Mindfulness is having its moment. The buzz word has found its way into all areas of life. Listen as Rene breaks down the important things to know about Mindfulness; like what the heck is it!?
Alariza and Rene dive into why is mindfulness an important practice in mental health, and a few easy activities to get you started n your mindful journey.
Episode 7: Trauma and all its forms. Why it is important to be informed.
What is trauma? Why are so many people talking about trauma? And when is trauma really trauma?
Join as Rene and Alariza discuss and attempt to answer these important questions around the intense topic of trauma. Trauma comes in all shapes and sizes, do not dismiss yours or others.
Episode 6: Boundaries: What they are and how to hold them!
Seems like everyone is talking about boundaries, but no one is really explaining what they are.
Rene and Alariza explore what healthy boundaries are, how to create them, and also how to hold them within your relationships.
Episode 5: What is Anxiety? And who has it?
Ever wonder what anxiety really is? Anxiety is an emotion all human share but why is it so challenging and what can help? Join as Alariza and Rene explore the simple and complex nature of anxiety.
Anxiety might be part of the human condition, but that does not mean it is all bad.
Episode 4: Relationships and Why do we need them?!
Listen as we explore relationships. Rene breaks down the driving forces for relationships, whether is physiological or psychological. Alariza and Rene explore The different types of relationships and the framework of relationships. Rene will continue to utilize this framework when discussing relationships in additional episodes.
Episode 3: What is self care really? and What's the difference between self care and coping skills?
Listen to discussion about self care, coping, and the process of coping. Rene goes into detail about what self care really is and why it is beneficial. Alariza poses questions we all want to know, what is the difference between self care and coping? Rene breaks down the different types of coping: physical coping and cognitive coping. Rene also goes into detail about the process of coping she teaches and why there is an order to the process.
Episode 2: How do you start therapy?
Let's start at the very beginning, a very good place to start. Alariza asks the important question of how does someone start therapy? Rene shares important information related to how to identify if you ned and or want therapy, where to look for therapists, what type of therapy you might be interested in as well important considerations. Learn all about the beginning and process of starting therapy.
Episode 1: What is Therapy and who is involved?
Our very first episode. Conversation around what therapy is, who is involved, when to know if it time to look for a therapist, and what to consider in researching if therapy is right for you.
Listen as Alariza asks questions consumers/ clients of therapy might have about therapy, and Rene helps break down the barriers to getting started.