This Doesn’t Count As Therapy
Welcome to This Doesn’t Count As Therapy, a podcast dedicated to making mental health and personal growth accessible to everyone. Join us as we explore the complexities of trauma, the nervous system, and other critical aspects of well-being. Our goal is to provide you with practical insights and strategies for healing and growth, empowering you to navigate your journey with confidence and clarity. ABOUT THE HOST: I'm Carlissa, a licensed mental health therapist who is passionate about mental health. I wanted to create a platform that promotes growth and healing. This platform is based on the belief that we can all grow but sometimes it just takes a little encouragement (it's hard work).Although, 'this doesn't count as therapy', I encourage you to listen with an open mind and bring your whole self along for the journey. Love & Light, Carlissa GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: carlissa767@gmail.com This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
The Friendship Series Pt. 2 :) When a romantic relationship ends, there are songs, movies, and endless conversations about heartbreak. But when a friendship ends, the loss can feel confusing, isolating, and difficult to process. In this episode, we sit down with licensed mental health counselor Jennifer Vincent to talk about the emotional complexity of losing a close friend. If you’ve ever experienced the loss of a friendship, this...
The Friendship Series is finally here 🫶🏽 In this episode, we’re talking about something nobody prepares us for: conflict in friendships and the work it takes to sustain community. This episode is for anyone who wants healthier friendships but doesn’t always know how to navigate tension, awkwardness, or hurt feelings.
ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Known as the Conflict Specialist, Audrey Augustave is a psychotherapist who assists high confli...
AHHH! My 25th episode, omg???! This is for anyone who didn’t magically reset on January 1. We’re unpacking seasonal depression. Spoiler: rest is still productive.
GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: carlissa767@gmail.com or
www.thisdoesntcountastherapy.com
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This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a r...
This episode dives into the "eldest sibling" archetype & the unspoken pressure of being the one who holds it all together. We’ll unpack where that role comes from, how it shows up in adulthood, and what it looks like to finally choose balance without guilt.
GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: carlissa767@gmail.com or
www.thisdoesntcountastherapy.com
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Ugh, can I just talk about love again & again?!?!
Sometimes we put a lot on love. We expect it to make us feel whole, fix our fears, or prove that we’re finally enough. But what happens when love can’t carry all of that?
link to Kim Holloway’s Substack article: https://open.substack.com/pub/coachkimholloway/p/love-as-a-mirror?r=1k3wq1&utm_medium=ios
GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: carlissa767@gmail.com
See previous episode: Episode 7: Give Yourself Permission to Grieve (for deeper context on death and loss). If grief were a class, most of us would’ve skipped the lecture...not because we wanted to but because no one really teaches us how to deal with it. This week, we’re in Grief 101: why it’s more than just death, and how ambiguous grief-the kind with no closure shapes us too. We’ll share real-life examples and talk throug...
Learn how to stop telling yourself "I don't have a choice." In this episode, we explore how recognizing your options, even the small ones, can shift your perspective, restore your sense of agency, and create real freedom in your everyday life.
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This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a rep...
It’s only right that Episode 20 is all about your 20s! This decade is a mix of highs, lessons, and figuring out who you truly are. This is such an intimate episode and i'm so grateful to have Breanna and Kaitlyn share parts of their story with us. We dive into navigating love, staying grounded in a social media-driven world, the power of being present, and why it’s okay to walk away...even when something once felt blissful.
Bonu...
Feeling like you should have it all figured out by now? Same. This episode is for the chronic overwhelmers. We're talking about giving ourselves permission to change, to slow down, and to not have a 5-year plan. Because growth isn’t a straight line and that’s more than okay.
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Growth isn’t linear, and who you were last year..or even last week..doesn’t have to define who you are becoming. This episode is a reminder that it’s okay to shift, change direction, and make space for new versions of yourself. Pivoting isn't quitting, it's choosing alignment over expectation.
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In this season of renewal, we're talking about the kind of rest that goes deeper than sleep, one that honors your becoming. Just like the earth needs time to be still before it blooms, so do we.
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In this episode, we dive into the top layer of dating and connection with VIP matchmaker Simone Grossman. With eight years of experience, Simone shares insights on mindful dating. Tune in for expert advice on building intentional and fulfilling connections in a healthy way.
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In this episode of TDCAT, we dive into the transformative power of choosing yourself. While we talk about decentering men, this message extends to anyone who finds themselves prioritizing romantic relationships over their own well-being...regardless of gender or relationship dynamics.
We explore why self-love isn’t selfish but essential. You'll learn how societal conditioning can lead us to seek external validation and how to sh...
Let's chat about something that makes us all uncomfy.... MONEY! In this episode, Breanna gives us realistic tips to take control of your financial well-being, without letting it control you. Tune in for practical insights and mindful strategies to cultivate financial peace and empowerment!
Breanna Fennell is a NC State Alumna with her Master’s in Accountancy. She currently works in Finance as a Commercial Project Manager with bo...
Start 2025 with clarity and purpose! In this episode, we’ll explore how to set mindful intentions and create a blueprint for a year filled with balance, growth, and intentional living. Tune in for practical tips to make 2025 your most mindful year yet!
If you found this episode helpful, share it with a friend who could use some new year inspo. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review, it helps us reach more great listener...
In this enlightening episode, we’re joined by Barb Nangle, a boundaries coach and the force behind Higher Power Coaching. Barb shares her expertise on the transformative power of boundaries and how they connect to codependency, people-pleasing, and resentment. If you’ve ever felt drained from always putting others first, this episode is for you.
Barb breaks down:
- How setting boundaries can help you reclaim your energy and tim...
Let's dive into what it means to stay centered when the world feels chaotic and overwhelming. If you've ever felt like you're losing your grip or struggling to find calm amidst all the noise, this episode is for you... PS: I'm feeling it too! You're not alone <3
Together, we’ll explore ways to ground ourselves and reconnect, even when life throws us into a whirlwind. This isn’t about ignoring what’s happening or pretending ev...
Join us as we discuss practical strategies for recognizing your confident self, tuning into your inner voice, and taking actionable steps to let confidence drive your journey in life. Whether you are facing challenges or simply seeking to boost your self-esteem, this episode is packed with insights to help you embrace your authentic self.
If you struggle with allowing your confident part to lead this episode is for you!
If yo...
Ever find yourself staying in a relationship just because you’ve already invested so much time and energy? In this episode of This Doesn’t Count as Therapy, we dive deep into the sunk cost fallacy—why we cling to things that no longer serve us and how this affects our decision-making in relationships.
If you’ve been feeling unsure about whether to stay or move on, this episode is for you!
Conne...
Ever wondered why familiarity feels so safe, even when it’s holding you back? Join us on "This Doesn't Count as Therapy" as we explore the psychology behind comfort zones and the necessity of breaking free from them. Through personal stories of career changes and education pursuits, we illustrate how stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to profound personal growth. Using the analogy of repotting plants, we’ll s...
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