Really Useful Therapy: Another way to look at things
Have you been to therapy and still aren’t happy? Did you wonder why it didn’t work for you? Maybe, you thought - ”Am I so broken I’m beyond help? What am I doing wrong?” Tamara and Nancy are here to bring you another way to look at things! We want to help you gain tools and insights to use for growth, healing and well-being. Join Tamara and Nancy, two licensed mental health therapists with decades of experience, for conversations about common mental health topics. We don’t pretend to have all the answers, but we have been a part of the changes in our field of mental health for over 3 decades. We’ve seen trends come and go, and we’ve noticed some important components that seem to be useful for growth and healing. Here we bring our professional training, insights, observations, and wisdom to you. For any past or current clients who are listening, you may hear a story that is similar to your own. That’s because we talk about human experiences. One thing we’ve learned - we have so much more in common with each other than you may think. Keep in mind - this podcast is for entertainment purposes only, and is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a professional.
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Understanding how alleviating depression may be less focusing on "figuring out" what is bothering us and more on creating energy, action and self-expression as an antidote for healing.
Friday May 23, 2025
Friday May 23, 2025
Happiness and depression might seem like polar opposites, but emotions are more complex than just being on opposite ends of a spectrum.
Someone struggling with depression doesn’t necessarily feel sad all the time; they might feel numb, empty, or disconnected from things they once enjoyed. And happiness isn’t just the absence of sadness. The discussion centers around ways to understand and nurture a sense of contentment that can exist even when life experiences are not ideal.
Sunday May 18, 2025
Sunday May 18, 2025
Setting boundaries can be tough, especially when others resist or when it stirs up discomfort. But it’s also a vital part of self-care.
The challenge often comes from guilt or fear of conflict, but remember: boundaries are not about controlling others, they're about taking care of yourself. Whether it's saying "no" without over-explaining, limiting energy-draining interactions, or protecting your time, it's all about ensuring that you’re not sacrificing your well-being.
Sunday Apr 27, 2025
Sunday Apr 27, 2025
In a follow up to Episode 10, Tamara and Nancy talk about applying grit to larger life issues which requires a different type of courage; being scared, but doing it anyway.
Friday Apr 25, 2025
Friday Apr 25, 2025
Taking unknown risks means stepping into uncertainty with courage, embracing the possibility of failure while trusting in growth, adventure, and the potential for success. It's about choosing to move forward despite not having all the answers.
This simple act—buying a ticket, stepping onto the train—is more than movement; it’s a doorway to possibility. What do you intend to create?
Saturday Apr 05, 2025
Saturday Apr 05, 2025
Would it surprise you to know doing hard things involves the paradox of having both strength and the willingness to not look strong? Join Tamara and Nancy as they discuss how persistence, grit and vulnerability can work together.
Friday Mar 28, 2025
Friday Mar 28, 2025
Rolling with changes can mean adjustments to our usual way of doing things, but habits die hard. Maybe the way we've done things for years isn't the best way to do it now. How do we decide what, when, why and how to change anything in our lives?
Saturday Mar 22, 2025
Saturday Mar 22, 2025
Living at a time when uncertain events are occurring daily can make things feel unstable and maybe even scary. How do we get through this when everything feels like it's falling apart and things are so unpredictable?
Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
All of us, as human beings, understandably need to have some type of expectations to guide our lives. What happens though when that yardstick of measurement is too narrow?