The Recovered Therapist

The Recovered Therapist

Hosted by Jeanie Griffin. Instead of focusing on psychological labels, diagnoses or psychobabble, we keep thoughtful topics simple, honest, and hopeful so you can grow personally and spiritually.

Episodes

August 19, 2025 16 mins

Send us a text

Do you begin a project then not finish it? Is it procrastination or simply a lack of education on how to do it? 

Support the show

We're eager to hear from you! Feel free to share your thoughts through our anonymous form or simply write to info@freshouttaplans.com with your topic requests or any burning questions you'd like us to explore on the podcast.

https://linktr.ee/freshouttaplans

Mark as Played

Send us a text

Do you freeze when having a conversation with your alcoholic parent or loved one? Do you offer solutions when your alcoholic loved ones get into their victim stance? How do you remove yourself from those behaviors that place you in a position to be hurt?



Support the show

We're eager to hear from you! Feel free to share your thoughts through our anonymous form or simply write to info@freshouttaplans.com wi...

Mark as Played
August 5, 2025 12 mins

Send us a text

What happens when the giver gives out? Takers never think the giver will give out!

Support the show

We're eager to hear from you! Feel free to share your thoughts through our anonymous form or simply write to info@freshouttaplans.com with your topic requests or any burning questions you'd like us to explore on the podcast.

https://linktr.ee/freshouttaplans

Mark as Played
July 29, 2025 5 mins

Send us a text

In this episode we share two beautiful writings from Meditations of the Heart by Howard Thurman.

Support the show

We're eager to hear from you! Feel free to share your thoughts through our anonymous form or simply write to info@freshouttaplans.com with your topic requests or any burning questions you'd like us to explore on the podcast.

https://linktr.ee/freshouttaplans

Mark as Played
July 24, 2025 9 mins

Send us a text

We often hear the advice, “Just let go!” But what does that really look like in practice? In this episode, we share a clear, real-world example of what it means to truly let go.

Support the show

We're eager to hear from you! Feel free to share your thoughts through our anonymous form or simply write to info@freshouttaplans.com with your topic requests or any burning questions you'd like us to explore on the po...

Mark as Played
July 15, 2025 5 mins

Send us a text

Can you observe without judgment? What if you spent a few hours, maybe even a whole day, just watching the world around you without labeling, reacting, or forming opinions? In this episode, we explore the quiet power of observation and challenge you to try it.

Support the show

We're eager to hear from you! Feel free to share your thoughts through our anonymous form or simply write to info@freshouttaplans.com with y...

Mark as Played
July 8, 2025 19 mins

Send us a text

How do you make sense of tragedy when it strikes?  Are you still wrestling with something that hit your own life or with an event that occurred in the world?  In this episode Jeanie shared how she made sense of tragedy when it struck her life.

Support the show

We're eager to hear from you! Feel free to share your thoughts through our anonymous form or simply write to info@freshouttaplans.com with your topic request...

Mark as Played
July 1, 2025 10 mins

Send us a text

After losing their son to a fentanyl overdose, two parents are left grappling with unimaginable grief—and a surprising revelation. They say they want what he had. In this episode, we explore what they mean.

Support the show

We're eager to hear from you! Feel free to share your thoughts through our anonymous form or simply write to info@freshouttaplans.com with your topic requests or any burning questions you'd...

Mark as Played
June 24, 2025 9 mins

Send us a text

Whether it’s morning, evening, or somewhere in between, take a moment to ask yourself: “Am I focusing on the good in my life—or dwelling on the negative?”

This short and powerful mindset check can shift your whole day. Join us for a quick attitude inventory that might just change how you see everything.

Support the show

We're eager to hear from you! Feel free to share your thoughts through our anonymous form or simp...

Mark as Played
June 10, 2025 11 mins

Send us a text

Freud gave us the concept of defense mechanisms and today these psychological terms have become main stream in our language. What are the defense mechanisms you use most often? Are they hurting your growth or protecting you? In what areas do you need to grow?



Support the show

We're eager to hear from you! Feel free to share your thoughts through our anonymous form or simply write to info@freshouttaplans.c...

Mark as Played

Send us a text

Jeanie Griffin confesses to two moments where her mind wandered, leaving her absent in the present. It's a reminder that this is no way to live!

Support the show

We're eager to hear from you! Feel free to share your thoughts through our anonymous form or simply write to info@freshouttaplans.com with your topic requests or any burning questions you'd like us to explore on the podcast.

https://linktr.ee/fre...

Mark as Played
May 27, 2025 21 mins

Send us a text

The air of negativity and uncertainty currently in our material world can easily catch us off guard and soon we slid into the current consciousness. When this happens return to affirmations, saying them with conviction. We can raise our vibration in spite of the circumstances around us.

Support the show

We're eager to hear from you! Feel free to share your thoughts through our anonymous form or simply write to info...

Mark as Played
May 20, 2025 13 mins

Send us a text

Reading spiritual passages, inspirational books, and drawing affirmation and oracle cards can sometimes guide us on our daily path. In today’s episode we draw inspiration and guidance from a variety of cards by different authors. 

Support the show

We're eager to hear from you! Feel free to share your thoughts through our anonymous form or simply write to info@freshouttaplans.com with your topic requests or any burn...

Mark as Played

Send us a text

Feeling overwhelmed? In this episode, discover a straightforward yet powerful technique to help you reduce anxiety and move beyond overwhelming emotions with greater ease and clarity.

Support the show

We're eager to hear from you! Feel free to share your thoughts through our anonymous form or simply write to info@freshouttaplans.com with your topic requests or any burning questions you'd like us to explore on ...

Mark as Played
May 6, 2025 9 mins

Send us a text

It’s easy to slip into negativity—especially with so much going on in the world. But what if a few minutes a day could shift your whole outlook? In this episode, we explore the simple but powerful practice of naming five things you're grateful for, multiple times a day. It’s a small habit that can transform your mindset and brighten your day.



Support the show

We're eager to hear from you! Feel free t...

Mark as Played

Send us a text

In this special episode, Jeanie Griffin shares details about her upcoming retreat at Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu, New Mexico—the breathtaking landscape where Georgia O’Keeffe lived and painted. Under vast desert skies, among ancient red rocks, and with the crisp autumn air surrounding you, step into a sacred space designed for deep listening and renewal.

This October, join a circle of change-makers, healers, intuitives, cre...

Mark as Played
April 22, 2025 18 mins

Send us a text

Addiction isn’t just about the amount or type of substance used—it’s also about the distorted thinking that develops alongside it. For alcoholics and addicts, substance use is often supported by irrational beliefs that make it difficult to see the truth. What begins as a perceived solution to life’s challenges can quickly become the very source of even greater problems.

Support the show

We're eager to hear from you...

Mark as Played
April 15, 2025 13 mins

Send us a text

The term codependency began being discussed in the late 1980s, with the first Codependency Conference being held in Scottsdale, AZ, in 1986. The terms have been used, banished, and used again. Dr. Tim Cermak tried to get the terms included in the 4th edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, but so far, the term has not been included. One of the first books, Codependent No More, was written...

Mark as Played

Send us a text

In this episode, Jeanie responds to a listener’s question about a common struggle for many Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA): starting projects but not finishing them. She explores the shame that often follows a lack of follow-through and why asking for help can feel so difficult. Can you relate?

We’d love to hear from you — email your thoughts or topic suggestions to info@freshouttaplans.com.

Support the show

We'r...

Mark as Played

Send us a text

Do you get tangled in high-risk relationships that end badly? Is your "picker" broken? Well, maybe those people pick you because you have a flashing neon sign on your head that says, "I tolerate unacceptable behavior."

Support the show

We're eager to hear from you! Feel free to share your thoughts through our anonymous form or simply write to info@freshouttaplans.com with your topic requests or ...

Mark as Played

Popular Podcasts

    If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.

    New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce

    Football’s funniest family duo — Jason Kelce of the Philadelphia Eagles and Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs — team up to provide next-level access to life in the league as it unfolds. The two brothers and Super Bowl champions drop weekly insights about the weekly slate of games and share their INSIDE perspectives on trending NFL news and sports headlines. They also endlessly rag on each other as brothers do, chat the latest in pop culture and welcome some very popular and well-known friends to chat with them. Check out new episodes every Wednesday. Follow New Heights on the Wondery App, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to new episodes early and ad-free, and get exclusive content on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. And join our new membership for a unique fan experience by going to the New Heights YouTube channel now!

    24/7 News: The Latest

    The latest news in 4 minutes updated every hour, every day.

    Dateline NBC

    Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

    NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal

    Gregg Rosenthal and a rotating crew of elite NFL Media co-hosts, including Patrick Claybon, Colleen Wolfe, Steve Wyche, Nick Shook and Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic get you caught up daily on all the NFL news and analysis you need to be smarter and funnier than your friends.

Advertise With Us
Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.