Avoidance is the number 1 coping mechanism people turn to. Today's guest, Glenda Gonzalez, along with Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes aim to change that and offer you tools to maintain stability and handle day to day stressors in a high pace society. This episode comes at a time we all may need a little help to take better care of ourselves. With the holidays coming up, it's common to feel overwhelmed and a strong rush of emotions. Implementing self care practices into your regular routine can make a ...
Nov 09, 2022•21 min
This week Dr. Stokes and Dr. Jaclyn invite on men's health expert Hector Venture, LCSW. Hector specializes in helping his patients through their grief, trauma, and imposter syndrome. Men's mental health is still a taboo conversation in varying levels in different cultures. This episode aims to help in normalizing the conversation and assist in breaking through those mental blocks. What You Will Learn: How cultural values can impact a man's relationship with mental health Helping men construct th...
Sep 21, 2022•25 min
This week's guest is Kendra Wilson, LCSW, certified eating disorder specialist supervisor, certified DBT counselor and certified trauma professional. Kendra shares the different types of eating disorders, behaviors to look out for if you think you or someone you know may be struggling with an eating disorder, and how to create a separation. Kendra has been working with clients struggling with eating disorders for over 15 years and in the mental health field for over 20, at all levels of care and...
Sep 08, 2022•35 min
ADHD is an amazing gift, but we often are carrying frustration and shame about the ways it has made our lives so difficult. ADHD has a strong impact on executive function and emotional baggage, especially if not diagnosed until adulthood. This week's episode dives into how ADHD affects all aspects of a person's life and how it manifests in adults. Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes invite on guest therapist Erika Barrington LPC, BC-DMT to share their perspective on how affirming therapy can help break th...
Aug 10, 2022•33 min
This week's episode focuses on how we can take better care of ourselves to prevent burnout. Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes bring on guest Dr. Davisha Scudder to help transform the view society has about balance between self care and the feeling of needing to always be working. Dr. Davisha Scudder is a psychologist licensed in Florida and New York with over 7 years of experience. Dr. Davisha's counseling style is empathic and warm. She believes in treating anyone with compassion, understanding, and op...
Jun 22, 2022•27 min
This week's episode discusses how Covid affects mental health, whether you'd caught it or not. Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes discuss with guest Dr. Caroline Tomlinson all about what post-covid depression and anxiety look like and how to manage these feelings. Dr. Caroline Tomlinson MPH/PMHNP-BC offers a wide variety of services that are client centered in empowering and stabilizing clients who struggle with mental illness. Every individual matters, they just need to be understood. Dr. Tomlinson uses...
Jun 15, 2022•22 min
Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes bring on another esteemed expert for this week's conversation on gaming disorders. They discuss the effects of unhealthy gaming use, screen time limitations, and effective coping mechanisms. This week's guest is Amanda Weston, PhD, LMHC, Doctor of Behavioral and Community Sciences & Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Amanda's passion is to assist individuals in making meaningful changes to their lives and to learn how to tackle life's hardships with the tools and ski...
Jun 08, 2022•29 min
This week Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes bring on child anxiety & OCD therpist, Natasha Daniels to discuss Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, which it looks like in children, and tools to help your child cope and gain independence. Knowledge is power and allows you to approach things in an effective way. Natasha Daniels has battled her own anxiety throughout her life. She is the author of Social Skills Activities for Kids, It’s Brave to Be Kind, Anxiety Sucks: A Teen Survival Guide, and How to Parent...
Apr 20, 2022•33 min
This week's episode of The Counseling Podcast is a wellness check in with Dr. Jaclyn. Your negative thoughts keep you stuck. Change can be scary, but changing your mindset can set you free. Join in as Jaclyn guides you through a healthy self talk journey and offers positive affirmations you can take with you towards your daily practice.
Apr 01, 2022•9 min
This week Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes invite Julia Kristina for their first video episode! Julia is a registered clinical counselor in Vancouver that helps heart centered humans break through the crap that is holding them back. She helps others learn how to have dominion over their own life and emotions by tackling anything that is getting in the way of how you want to think, live and feel. Her online presence makes therapy accessible to everyone, which helps break the stigma in counseling. This e...
Feb 23, 2022•37 min
This week Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes bring on Dr. Marni Feuerman, LCSW, LMFT. Dr. Marni uses Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) in her practice to help others get unstuck from their negative patterns and restructure the way they communicated. She shares a hypothetical study to give you a walk through of how an EFT session would work, de escalation strategies, and how building new mindfulness practices into your day can help you. Dr. Marni Feuerman is a licensed psychotherapist in private practice ...
Feb 16, 2022•37 min
This week's episode is all about modern day dating struggles. Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes discuss the effects of dating apps and the impact on mental health, dealing with the fear of rejection, and the importance of setting expectations and putting yourself first. What you will learn: How to have important conversations with the person you are dating The importance of being open Dating is a numbers game
Feb 02, 2022•26 min
This week Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes bring on a licensed school Psychologist and Parenting Coordinator with extensive experience to provide families with the tools to raise healthy, well-adjusted, successful children. They discuss working with children and families through a divorce. Divorce is one of the most stressful experiences your child can go through. It is important to keep in mind that each child's experiences will result differently. Terry offers coping tips so your child feels safe thr...
Jan 26, 2022•35 min
Happy New Year! A new year is a great start for a new beginning. This episode is all about planning for successful New Years Resolutions. Where most people fall short is they don't know the process to get there and what it takes. This episode shares the step by step on setting your goals to be your best self in 2022. Remember, success looks different for everyone. Make sure to set your goals with your own best interest in mind and not in relation to the people around you. If you'd like to join u...
Jan 12, 2022•19 min
Many men don't seek mental health treatment. This week Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes bring on Matthew Braman, LCSW to discuss mens' mental health practices. Matthew and Jeremiah share their perspectives aiming to normalize mens' mental health concerns. Matthew's practice, Verve, focuses on working with men, new dads, and their partners. His practice provides a safe space for men to show up and be understood. Verve Psychotherapy is a modern & inclusive online mental health practice for busy adult...
Dec 15, 2021•32 min
This week Dr. Jaclyn is joined by Ekiba Smith, LMHC and EMDR specialist (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing). Ekiba practices under Wellness Mindset Counseling Services. She has specialized in behavioral and emotional issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, and anger issues for 12 years. She helps her clients overcome the obstacles that are affecting them to maintain a balance in their life. She practices under the guise of therapy as a guide to help you get back on the road to yo...
Dec 08, 2021•23 min
This week Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes discuss how learned behaviors and autopilot responses can lead to stress and anxiety. This episode of The Counseling Podcast aims to assist you in understanding what your responses are and how you can alter them to reduce anxiety. Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes share new positive behaviors you can implement to notice patterns, lean into mindfulness, and improve your mood and confidence. What You Will Learn: How to replace irrational thoughts with rational thoughts ...
Dec 01, 2021•24 min
This episode of The Counseling Podcast aims to help those affected address and work on their most intimate life challenges, including their religious, sexual, and racial traumas, interracial family challenges, and multicultural developmental challenges. Childhood trauma affects adults into their 50s and 60s. This episode will help you feel more comfortable in taking the next step in your healing and provide you with coping skills you can use to manage your trauma symptoms. Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Sto...
Nov 24, 2021•36 min
Shantala has over 20 years experience working with individuals, families and children, and has worked as a guidance counselor and mental health counselor for Orange County Public Schools for 14 years. As she expanded her experience with children and families, she extended her expertise towards working with teenagers, adults, and couples.November is the busiest time of year for mental health professionals and clients. This episode gives you the tools you need during this hyper focused time of the...
Nov 17, 2021•27 min
In this week's episode of The Counseling Podcast, Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes bring on today's guest, Sabrina Sarro, LMSW: UTI/vulvo-vaginal therapist, PCOS specialist, and spirit exfoliator. Sabrina joins the podcast with their biopsychosocial and multi-culturally informed approach to share how they help clients advocate for themselves in their healthcare journey. Sabrina specializes in supporting people with vulvo-vaginal disorders, chronic illnesses, and Interstitial Cystitis. They help their p...
Nov 11, 2021•27 min•Ep. 7
In relationships, both partners are coming from different backgrounds, core values, and childhood learning behaviors. Each person has learned their own communication style and coping patterns. These differences can cause a rift in the relationship, but the three C's of connection, commitment, and consistency can help you navigate your rough patch. People just want to be heard and understood in their relationship, but there are often barriers in the way. Today's guest is couples counselor Nicole ...
Nov 03, 2021•29 min
Anxiety in children has skyrocketed in the past year and now more than ever it is important to get your child the resources they need. Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes are joined by Beliza Perez this week to discuss everything you need to know about child therapy. Tune in to hear how you can help build your child's confidence, help them self soothe, and creating a regular night time routine. Beliza is a licensed child therapist providing services to parents kids siblings focus in anxiety, anger, and gi...
Oct 27, 2021•33 min
In today's harsh climate it can be tough for your children to process their emotions. The signs that your child is struggling may not be as obvious as you'd think. Making your home a safe space and spending personal time with your child is more important now than ever before. Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes discuss how your actions affect your child's as well as practices you can implement so your child feels their best. What You Will Learn: How to make your child feel safe and heard Does your child f...
Oct 20, 2021•33 min
Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes delve into sex and intimacy in this week's episode of The Counseling Podcast. Your relationship is built on two sided emotions and both individuals have to do their own work. This episode will share the tools to build security, stability, and trust with your partner. This increased intimacy will help facilitate that sexual dynamic and improve all aspects of your relationship What You Will Learn: How do we become more vulnerable and how do we help our partners receive ou...
Oct 14, 2021•23 min
Folks these days are no strangers to stress, but stress management can still be seen as taboo. Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes aim to remove the stigma around mental health so you can move through life with ease. Your life is like a puzzle and Dr's bring you the tools to piece it together. The two divulge their own self-care systems as well as how you can start your day with a philosophy of self care. What You Will Learn: Distinguishing the difference between stress and stressors Replacing your negati...
Oct 13, 2021•22 min
The Counseling Podcast brings at-home counseling right to you-- focusing on self care, self expression, and breaking down barriers. Dr. Jaclyn and Dr. Stokes bring over 20 years of combined experience and a new sense of style to the word counseling. The two use humor and lighthearted conversation to explore these deeper feelings in a safe and comfortable space. Let's take the stigma away from counseling, together. What You Will Learn: Finding the right counseling style for you Learn about your e...
Oct 11, 2021•22 min
