Seeking professional assistance for mental health has, for a very long time, had a stigma attached to it. Going to therapy is sometimes looked at negatively because it means, according to some that, "there is something wrong with you." That couldn't be further from the truth. While physical health is viewed in more positive terms, mental health isn't viewed in a similar light, though. The truth is that physical health and mental health are equal, they are intertwined. It's time to start getting some help with our mental state when we need to. In today's episode, Lettie and Al are sharing what therapy is all about. They're breaking down just about all you need to know when considering reaching out to a mental health professional; including what to expect from the entire therapeutic process. This is one you don't want to miss. Press play, now, to start learning about the power of the therapeutic journey!
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adults creates many challenges for couples. From feeling like you're not being heard to frustration with not being able to get things done, the resulting discourse between couples can be overwhelming and disappointing. In today's episode, Lettie and Al are talking about what ADHD looks like in adults and how best to manage it when it's a part of your relationships. They'll break down symptoms and strategies you can use now to begin the journey toward a better, more thriving connection.
Communication is a hot topic, both in the workplace and in personal relationships. It can be an obstacle in moving our relationships in a productive and positive direction. Our communication style is based on our lived experience and on the thoughts we allow to listen to even before the conversation starts. In today's episode, Lettie and Al, are looking at communication from all angles. We'll look at how thoughts and feelings impact how we behave in our communication. We'll explore some distorted ways of thinking and how they can hinder how we communicate. We'll also provide a communication strategy that may help your communication. Press play, now, to learn all about it!
There's been so much talk about depression lately, especially on social media. Some of it's good, but some of it's not. It's gotten to a point where we may have lost sight of what depression is, and even become desensitized to its meaning. Teenagers are now using the word very haphazardly, creating confusion amongst their peers. In today's episode, Lettie and Al, are taking a psychoeducational approach to bust myths about depression, and understand what a true diagnosis of depression looks, sounds, and feels like. Listen as the licensed counselors discuss what depression is and how and where to get help. This is one you don't want to miss.
Social media has been around for only about 30 years, but it's having a major impact on society and our mental health. Have you noticed how using it has influenced your day-to-day behaviors towards yourself and others? In today's episode, Lettie and Al examine the good and the bad of scrolling. They'll discuss the benefits of social connectedness through social media and also the negative, destructive, and potentially addictive qualities of this type of media. Whether you use it or not, social media is here to stay. Learning how to balance its use with your mental health is what this episode is all about.