It's a Mental Thing Podcast with Erica Wilson

It's a Mental Thing Podcast with Erica Wilson

Everyday life is stressful and our mental health affects every aspect of daily activity. On this podcast, Licensed Therapist Erica Wilson (The Olive Branch Counseling Center) and media host Nicole Conte discuss ways to deal with the stress of living. From parenting and careers to family and friend relationships, no topic is off the table!

Episodes

July 31, 2025 19 mins
Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study Human Development and Family Studies for my bachelors degree at The University of Alabama and Counseling at The University of Montevallo for my ma...
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Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study Human Development and Family Studies for my bachelors degree at The University of Alabama and Counseling at The University of Montevallo for my ma...
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Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study Human Development and Family Studies for my bachelors degree at The University of Alabama and Counseling at The University of Montevallo for my ma...
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July 10, 2025 22 mins
Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study Human Development and Family Studies for my bachelors degree at The University of Alabama and Counseling at The University of Montevallo for my ma...
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July 3, 2025 22 mins
Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study Human Development and Family Studies for my bachelors degree at The University of Alabama and Counseling at The University of Montevallo for my ma...
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June 26, 2025 23 mins
Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study Human Development and Family Studies for my bachelors degree at The University of Alabama and Counseling at The University of Montevallo for my ma...
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June 19, 2025 17 mins
Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study Human Development and Family Studies for my bachelors degree at The University of Alabama and Counseling at The University of Montevallo for my ma...
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Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study Human Development and Family Studies for my bachelors degree at The University of Alabama and Counseling at The University of Montevallo for my ma...
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May 29, 2025 17 mins
Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study Human Development and Family Studies for my bachelors degree at The University of Alabama and Counseling at The University of Montevallo for my ma...
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May 22, 2025 31 mins
Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study Human Development and Family Studies for my bachelors degree at The University of Alabama and Counseling at The University of Montevallo for my ma...
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May 14, 2025 24 mins
Do you really know the clinical meaning of a Narcissist? Fins out all about it on this episode! Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study Human Development and Family Studies for my bachel...
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May 1, 2025 22 mins
Have you ever thought about kissing a random stranger or pushing someone from a cliff?  Intrusive thoughts are everywhere but when should you be concerned?

Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me ...
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April 24, 2025 20 mins
What plans shoould be inacted if you think someone may want too harm themselves or others?

Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study Human Development and Family Studies for my bachelors de...
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April 17, 2025 18 mins
How do we decide our own self worth?

Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study Human Development and Family Studies for my bachelors degree at The University of Alabama and Counseling at Th...
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April 11, 2025 28 mins
Therapy FAQ's
What are some of the most common questions people have before starting mental health therapy?

Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study Human Development and Family Studies for...
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April 3, 2025 23 mins
But I can change them! 
 Can you REALLY change someone or is it more about understanding their perspective and adjusting your own reactions? Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study Human ...
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Anxiety and your body.
Your body gives you signs and symptoms of anxiety that you may not even be aware of. This podcast sheds light on why it is so important to pay attention to your body! Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in peo...
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March 20, 2025 16 mins
Healing for your mental health | It's a Mental Thing Podcast #2510
 Do you have things going on in your life that need to be dealt with? Are you truly healing your issues? Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This ...
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March 13, 2025 17 mins
What Makes Therapy Effective?
www.theolivebranchcounselingcenter.com 
Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study Human Development and Family Studies for my bachelors degree at The University...
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Releasing Perfection for Better Mental Health.
www.theolivebranchcounselingcenter.com 
Erica Wilson, M.Ed., LPC., NCC. I am the owner and therapist at The Olive Branch Counseling Center. Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to be a "helper" of some kind. I have a true passion to create a career that will make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study Human Development and Family Studies for my bachelors degree ...
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