Click here 🗣 to tell us your thoughts, leave a voice message or ask a question. Have you been diagnosed with cancer? It's scary and you don't know what to do or how to handle it. If you are not only sickened by your illness but also maddened by the health care you are provided, you are not alone. If you're tired of feeling like a victim and want to take control of your cancer experience and learn how to live with it, not just survive it, this episode is for you. In this episode, I chat with Chr...
Nov 09, 2022•41 min•Ep. 22
Click here 🗣 to tell us your thoughts, leave a voice message or ask a question. So you googled "am I gay?" and now you're unsure what to do next. Change is never easy, but when you add coming out to the mix, things can get especially complicated. How do you cope with coming out, divorce and co-parenting? In this episode, I chat with Maureen Werrbach, a psychotherapist, an entrepreneur helper, a trauma specialist, and a relationship expert about her own journey in coming out and how nobody has t...
Nov 02, 2022•31 min•Ep. 21
After you listen to this episode, click here 🗣 to tell us your thoughts, leave a voice message or ask a question. Do you binge-watch horror movies with the lights off when you're home alone? Or would you rather stay away from them and everything Halloween altogether? No matter how you feel about the genre, horror movies can provide a sense of control even when you feel powerless. In this episode, I chat with Khara, a therapist and horror film expert specializing in spooky season. Top reasons to...
Oct 26, 2022•32 min•Ep. 20
After you listen to this episode, click here 🗣 to tell us your thoughts, leave a voice message or ask a question. Have you ever been in yoga class and witnessed someone start weeping during a hip opener? Maybe it's even been you. It can be shocking when it happens for the first time, but it is because trauma lives in the body. Yoga and mental health are closely linked, but yoga therapy explores things differently. Check out today's episode for our interview with Kanjana, yoga and clinical thera...
Oct 12, 2022•49 min•Ep. 18
After you listen to this episode, 🗣click here to tell us your thoughts, leave a voice message or ask a question. Have you felt spirituality should be a part of your healing but aren't sure where to begin? Whether trying to find a reputable detox or addiction treatment center or just seeking to understand your spirituality and connect with others, this episode will give you some tools to get started. Justin Taylor is in long-term recovery from substance use disorder and joins me today to dive in...
Oct 05, 2022•47 min•Ep. 17
After you listen to this episode, 🗣 click here to tell us your thoughts, leave a voice message or ask a question. Here is your next dose of midseason tea! Are you starting your day out with a full cup of energy? Maybe you are like me and start each day with just a tiny bottle cap full of energy. If you are ready to evaluate and identify your energy-sucking vampires and find ways to refill your energy tank each day, this episode is for you! In this episode, I share my goal of protecting my energ...
Sep 28, 2022•7 min
How often do you schedule all the things to feel overwhelmed by them? Are you guilty of dropping the ball on something to create more stress that takes away your mental energy? I know you probably have a sneaky suspicion I'm going to talk about the thing that rhymes with "schmurnout" and starts with a "B" but stick with me! Top reasons to listen to the entire episode: Learn my sustainability tips Discover why I keep mentioning "shmurnout" What are the 10 tips from yoga Full Show Notes Here! Conn...
Sep 21, 2022•39 min
Welcome to a short episode of T-Talk where the rules aren't strict. Are your "good habits" starting to control your attitude towards life? Maybe you feel like you are only productive or worthy of feeling good about yourself when you check off all the items on your habit tracker daily. If the habits you strive to meet daily are becoming problematic, this episode is for you. In this episode, I will share the three anti-habits I will start working on to get out of a place that doesn't feel good. "I...
Sep 07, 2022•7 min
How can you cultivate a relationship with yourself with all the noise and distractions everywhere? Not only what's going on in your personal life, but all those things happening in the world. If you have trouble listening to your inner wisdom, stay tuned as KellySue, Manager of the Magic, joins me on this episode. Top reasons to listen to the entire episode: Learn about KellySue’s relationship with faith after leaving the convent. Learn more about what kind of work she does outside of being the ...
Aug 22, 2022•46 min•Ep. 16
Have you lost motivation while working on a goal? Maybe you don't have a goal right now, but you don't feel inspired either. Those of you who fall into either category will want to stay tuned! Andy Carreño shares his motivational story and why it's important to him and his family. Top reasons to listen to the entire episode: Learn about Andy's 365-day surfing streak Why Andy started surfing daily What Andy's journal entry was on December 7th, 2021 Full Show Notes Here! Connect with Andy Instagra...
Aug 15, 2022•45 min•Ep. 15
Did you have a thorough birth plan? Maybe you had everything planned out, but you wish you had put more thought into how to plan for the mindset and cope with preparing for birth. In this episode, Alexandra Panchella shares her courageous birth story with us. This episode is for you if you feel like the world of birth stories can be intimidating or overwhelming. Top reasons to listen to the entire episode: Learn how Alexandra chose her birth plan Navigating the opinion of others The power of pri...
Aug 08, 2022•44 min•Ep. 14
Is it difficult for you as a therapist to block out time to nourish yourself, spend time with others, or enjoy life? You might find it hard to turn down the subsequent referral when you know how much people struggle. If that's the case for you, keep listening to today's episode as Dr. Charlie Swenson joins me. Top reasons to listen to the entire episode: How healing is all about timing. How taking small steps is a way to solve problems. What are injury metaphors and burnout about? Full Show Note...
Aug 01, 2022•47 min•Ep. 13
Do you feel stuck between needing to make a pivot and a massive case of burnout? Working multiple jobs, trying to start a business, and finding the time to dream can be overwhelming. Listen to this episode if you need a little reassurance that everything can and will work out. Top reasons to listen to the entire episode: Learn how Jackie made significant sacrifices for the better. Jackie managed course-correcting without having a backup plan. Advice for pivoting amid burnout Full Show Notes Here...
Jul 25, 2022•42 min•Ep. 12
Is therapy working for you? Maybe you have a client who is being more protective. Listen to this episode if you feel this way, and you'll even hear about Michelle's experience with IFS training and how that helps her clients. Top reasons to listen to the entire episode: Putting together IFS and EMDR Find a therapist who is researching to go above and beyond Choosing between IFS and EMDR Full Show Notes Here! Connect with Michelle Website Facebook Syzygy Institute Connect with Shaelene Instagram ...
Jul 18, 2022•45 min•Ep. 11
Do you feel stuck after the recent SCOTUS decisions? Maybe you are wondering how we got here? What's next? In this episode, I am discussing why it matters, why people are crying and freaking out and why people can't get their shit together. This stuff keeps happening, and this episode is for you if you feel you are struggling to move through these super murky, confusing, infuriating waters. It's heavy, but I hope it's helpful and sparks something for you. Top reasons to listen to the complete ep...
Jul 11, 2022•34 min•Ep. 10
Does this Summer break feel heavy? Maybe you had big plans for what this season would look like, and life has just been miserable if we are honest. If you're drowning in burnout, grief, or frustration, and doing it alone, listen to this episode. Top reasons to listen to the complete episode: A reminder that you are not your thoughts or emotions How society minimizes burnout A note on allowing yourself to rest and not have to be an expert Full Show Notes Here! Connect with Shaelene Instagram Webs...
Jul 04, 2022•42 min•Ep. 9
Are you prepared to tell the world FU, focus on taking care of yourself, and make decisions that align with your long-term goals? Join me today during our Tea Break as I talk about an unofficial DBT skill that can be difficult for some people to grasp. You develop the talent of alternative rebellion when you decide that you don't care what other people think of you or what they have to say. Even if our identities don't align with the rest of the world, Alternative Rebellion helps us channel who ...
Jun 20, 2022•8 min
When we make a conscious effort to bring our attention to the here and now, we provide the chance for our mind and body to align, allowing us to relax and become more in tune with the rhythm of our breathing. As part of our midseason break, I would like to invite you to join me in a brain break in which we will focus on mindfulness and deep breathing together. Don't forget to mark your calendar because we'll be back on July 4 for season 2. You're not going to want to miss it because I have some ...
Jun 06, 2022•5 min
Have you found that one thing that makes you feel alive? Maybe you found a fun hobby, or perhaps you found a way to cope with your stress when you needed it most. If you haven't, and you have been looking for a mindfulness practice that will help you be more positive or less stressed, listen to this episode. I'm sharing the tea with Justin Reilley, and we discuss his experience with acknowledging his power to choose and making hard decisions to determine the path of his life. 3 reasons to listen...
May 30, 2022•56 min•Ep. 8
Does your self-doubt tend to step in and close the doors to your dreams and goals? Or maybe you don't realize you doubt yourself because you feel like your ideas were given to you, but they were made for someone else. Listen to this episode before you sprint off to give this dream away and share with someone how you have a great idea that could help them. Top 3 reasons to listen to this episode: What is imposter syndromes’ role in our lives? Why it’s important to be “a real human” for your clien...
May 23, 2022•34 min•Ep. 7
Do you feel like your environment is fueling the fire of your stress and worries? Or maybe you have become so accustomed to your surroundings that you don't realize their effects on your mental and physical health. Kareem Rosser joins me in this episode to talk about his own experience with the physical manifestations of PTSD and how changing his surroundings and adopting a mindfulness practice helped him become equipped to heal from the inevitable traumas that take place in our lives. Top 3 rea...
May 16, 2022•39 min•Ep. 6
**A gentle warning, this episode discusses suicide. If you are feeling vulnerable in this area, please consult with a doctor or mental health professional in your area. Or call one of the Suicide Prevention numbers listed in the resources.** Have you noticed a heightened awareness of death in the past two years? Or maybe you didn't experience the loss of a person, but you grieved the loss of other things, like routines, experiences, or a job. Today I am talking to Kathryn Patrick-Butts about her...
May 09, 2022•44 min•Ep. 5
How much time would you save if you stopped wasting time on the people and activities that only bring you down? Sometimes we believe that avoiding confrontation or hard decisions will save us some grief. Today, I am talking to Ernesto Segismundo Jr. about his own experience with eliminating toxic energies to live a more fulfilling life. Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode: Are you being intentional or being susceptible? Not everyone deserves every part of you. Elimin...
May 02, 2022•44 min•Ep. 4
Have you recently felt a shift in how you view the struggles and battles of today's world? There have been so many changes to how we view privilege, racism, and just being able to change the norm. We have also just begun to scratch the surface of how these daily struggles and traumas affect our overall health and growth. Dr. Nathalie Edmond and I will be diving into some of this in today's episode. Top three reasons to listen to the full episode: Why antiracism matters when it comes to healing i...
May 02, 2022•46 min•Ep. 3
Do your teenage years live in the back of your mind as you try to parent your teens? Sometimes we can't help but be led by our upbringing. There are two different routes we can take as adults, we can try to suppress what we went through, or we can choose to talk about the things that need discussing. Katie May and I are diving into what this looks like and more. Here are three reasons why you want to listen to the full episode: Validation from speaking your truth Feel your feelings Coming full c...
May 02, 2022•43 min•Ep. 2
Hey there, this is Shaelene, and I am here to give you the tea on why I created this podcast, who I am, and how I plan to serve you in the next episodes! With experience as a licensed professional counselor, a Linehan board-certified DBT clinician, a certified yoga for trauma teacher, group practice owner, trainer, and speaker, I am ready to sit down with you and share tips, stories, and conversations on getting better emotionally, recovering from trauma and improving your overall quality of lif...
May 02, 2022•28 min•Ep. 1
Hey you! Welcome to T-Talk. Join me as I share insights related to healing, resilience and recovery from the perspective of a therapist. I’ll also be joined by other amazing humans that share their stories and experiences with healing, just like two people getting together to share a cup of tea. Listeners will learn, laugh and cry, but most importantly will feel a little bit more human as we navigate this thing called life. I can’t wait to take the space we need to talk about the things that nee...
Apr 22, 2022•2 min
