Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Mental Health Dumpster Fire
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| Episode 17: Parenting One-Liners | 19 Oct 2024 | 00:55:15 | |
This week, Jess and Courtney talk about people pleasing, parenting one-liners, and celebrating birthdays as a child of divorce. Check out our recommendations for this week! https://coffeeandcarpool.com/ https://www.screenzen.co/ https://www.mrsspeechiep.com/ Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire) Follow Jess on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain) Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens) https://www.courtneylauvercounseling.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 13: Random Reddit Stories and More Chappell Roan Love | 14 Sep 2024 | 01:10:26 | |
This week, Jess and Courtney read wild Reddit stories about violated boundaries and stay-at-home parents. Then they discuss Chappell Roan and how she deserves everything she ever wants. Our recommendation this week is: Your Child's Point of View by Kelsey Olds: https://a.co/d/8XulCxW Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire) Follow Jess on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain) Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 3: Your Child is Not a Narcissist | 03 Jul 2024 | 01:04:38 | |
Jess and Courtney discuss quitting therapy, getting an accurate mental health diagnosis, using therapy language in casual conversation, what to put in a depression care package, and finding a balance between letting kids be kids and giving them responsibility. Our recommendations today are Dr. Josh Mirmelli, PsyD, @therapywithdrjosh on Instagram, and the book Mom's House, Dad's House by Dr. Isolina Ricci, Ph.D. Follow the show on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire)! Follow Jess on Instagram and Facebook @TheArtsyBrain and Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook @LauverListens Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 2: AITA Parenting Topics & First Time in Therapy FAQs | 26 Jun 2024 | 00:56:46 | |
CW: brief mentions of depression, suicide/suicidal ideation, homicide, abuse, and neglect. Hey there, it's Episode 2 of Mental Health Dumpster Fire! Today we chat about teens who won't get out of bed in the morning, maintaining a united front for parents with toddlers, and we answer some FAQs about what to expect when starting therapy for the first time. We also introduce a new segment: Recommendation Corner! Got any ideas for topics we should discuss? Give us a holler on our social media: Instagram @mentalhealthdumpsterfire - TikTok @mentalhealthdumpsterfire - YouTube Mental Health Dumpster Fire - Email mentalhealthdumpsterfire@gmail.com. You can find Courtney via @lauverlistens on Instagram and Facebook and you can find Jess via @theartsybrain on Instagram and Facebook. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 1: Get to Know Your Therapists | 18 Jun 2024 | 00:53:27 | |
CW: Brief mention of child abuse and suicidal ideationWelcome to the first episode of Mental Health Dumpster Fire! Today we introduce ourselves and give you an idea of what to expect from future episodes. If you have any suggestions for topics for future episodes, message us on Instagram.Social Links:Jess' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartsybrain/?igsh=MWQybGR0Zm04ZzRsaQ%3D%3DJess' Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558101075660&mibextid=LQQJ4dCourtney's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauverlistens/?igsh=ajhzYW8yaGNpMTZ5&ut-m_source=qrCourtney's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/ZBTm8LyjKkAS3v4e/?mibextid=LQQJ4d Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 12: Unconditional Acceptance with Courtney Morgan, LPCC | 05 Sep 2024 | 00:53:37 | |
It's our first guest episode! Thank you so much to Courtney Morgan, LPCC for joining us this week to talk about her method for helping clients with anxiety and self-worth. Check out Courtney's practice and social media, Counseling Unconditionally! www.counselingunconditionally.com https://www.instagram.com/counselingunconditionally/?g=5 Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire) Follow Jess on Instagram and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain) Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 11: You Said WHAT To Your Boss? | 29 Aug 2024 | 00:56:38 | |
This week, Jess shares about a new program for young adults interested in a mental health career. Then, your hosts dish about misogyny and why we don't offer individual therapy to adult men. Check out the Youth Mental Health Corps here: https://www.youthmentalhealthcorps.org/ Our recommendations are How to ADHD on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoADHD And @art_therapy_irl on Instagram Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire) Follow Jess on Instagram and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain) Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 10: Gentle Parenting is for Gentle Parents | 22 Aug 2024 | 01:16:35 | |
Double digits, baby!!! On this episode, Jess and Courtney discuss *real* gentle parenting, not the made up gentle parenting you see on TikTok. They also pet a cute dog. Our recommendations this week are the Child Mind Institute: https://childmind.org/ and @theconsideratemomma on TikTok Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire) Follow Jess on Instagram and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain) Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 9: Therapists Talk Education (Part 2) | 15 Aug 2024 | 01:16:35 | |
Jess and Courtney are back to finish discussing teachers' opinions on parenting. Check out the article we read here: https://www.buzzfeed.com/alanavalko/modern-parenting-trends-teachers-opinions Our recommendations this week are Bark (although take with a grain of salt because we learned about it as we were recording) https://www.bark.us/ & Crazy Aaron's Thinking Putty https://crazyaarons.com/ Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire) Follow Jess on Instagram and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain) Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 8: Therapist Talk Education (Part 1) | 08 Aug 2024 | 01:16:04 | |
Jess and Courtney discuss parenting trends that frustrate educators and provide their own education on how parents can step it up. Our recommendations this week are: @samacdonald on TikTok A Slob Comes Clean Podcast: https://www.aslobcomesclean.com/podcasts/ Check out the article we read here: https://www.buzzfeed.com/alanavalko/modern-parenting-trends-teachers-opinions Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire) Follow Jess on Instagram and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain) Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 7: Teen Helps Create Law to Stop Child Exploitation | 01 Aug 2024 | 01:09:00 | |
CW: Child Exploitation This week, Courtney and Jess discuss new legislation to help prevent child exploitation on social media. They also talk about helping teens make friends and how technology makes it harder to socialize IRL. Our recommendations include @birchwoodarttherapy on Instagram! Check out Courtney's blog post on making friends as an adult here: https://www.courtneylauvercounseling.com/post/how-to-make-friends-as-an-adult Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire) Follow Jess on Instagram and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain) Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 5: My Therapist Told Me To Neglect My Child! | 18 Jul 2024 | 01:06:25 | |
Content warnings for this episode: brief mentions of conversion therapy, child neglect, weight loss, sexual assault, religious trauma On this episode of MHDF, Jess and Courtney discuss the worst and best things people have heard from their therapists. This week's recommendations: Dr. Chelsey Hauge (@drchelsey_parenting on Instagram and TikTok) & Devon Rodriguez (@devonrodriguezart on Instagram and TikTok) Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire). Follow Courtney on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok (@lauverlistens) and follow Jess on Instagram and TikTok (@theartsybrain) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 4: Gender Identity, Chappell Roan, Playing with Your Kids, Oh My! | 11 Jul 2024 | 00:52:22 | |
How are we doin?! Welcome to episode 4 of Mental Health Dumpster Fire! Today we talk about gender identity for school-aged kids, queer community spaces, how to play with kids when you yourself are an adult, and our love for Chappell Roan. Our recommendations for this week are @maistorybooklibrary and @redwoodcenterforchildren. Follow the show on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire)! Follow Jess on Instagram and Facebook @TheArtsyBrain and Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook @LauverListens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 29: What is Art Therapy? | 11 Oct 2025 | 01:29:34 | |
This week, Jess teaches us about the history and process of art therapy! If you have any questions about art therapy, let us know in the comments so Jess can continue to share her knowledge. Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire)Follow Jess on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain)Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens)https://www.courtneylauvercounseling.com/ This podcast is not a substitution for therapy and we cannot provide you with therapeutic services or advice via this podcast or social media. | |||
| Episode 28: AI is Telling People it's Their Therapist | 22 Sep 2025 | 01:37:40 | |
This week we talk about the dangers of using AI as a substitute for therapy.Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire)Follow Jess on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain)Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens)https://www.courtneylauvercounseling.com/ This podcast is not a substitution for therapy and we cannot provide you with therapeutic services or advice via this podcast or social media.Sources for todays episode:https://youtu.be/lfEJ4DbjZYg?si=hhub7_x-4Kz2hOvohttps://hai.stanford.edu/news/exploring-the-dangers-of-ai-in-mental-health-care\https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-ai-therapy-can-be-so-dangerous/https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2025/04/07/nx-s1-5351312/artificial-intelligence-mental-health-therapyhttps://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/urban-survival/202507/the-emerging-problem-of-ai-psychosishttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/what-to-know-about-ai-psychosis-and-the-effect-of-ai-chatbots-on-mental-healthhttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/study-says-chatgpt-giving-teens-dangerous-advice-on-drugs-alcohol-and-suicidehttps://theconversation.com/in-a-lonely-world-widespread-ai-chatbots-and-companions-pose-unique-psychological-risks-263615#:~:text=%E2%80%9CAI%20psychosis%E2%80%9D%20There's%20also%20been%20a%20rise,fantasies%2C%20or%20even%20delusions%20of%20being%20superpowered.https://time.com/7291048/ai-chatbot-therapy-kids/ | |||
| Episode 18: Take the Purple Bucket if You Want to be Scared | 03 Feb 2025 | 01:35:04 | |
This week, Jess and Courtney commiserate about our daily ADHD struggles. Then we talk about Halloween etiquette: How old is too old to trick or treat? Should we out disabled children? Is Coraline too scary for toddlers? Episode was recorded October 14, 2024 Check out our recommendations this week! Life is Good: https://www.lifeisgood.com/ Happyish Brand: https://www.happyishbrand.com/ Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire) Follow Jess on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain) Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens) https://www.courtneylauvercounseling.com/ | |||
| Episode 15: How to Set Boundaries the RIGHT Way | 01 Feb 2025 | 01:32:23 | |
This week, the therapists talk about the right and wrong ways to set and maintain boundaries. Our recommendations this week are: How to Not Be a Doormat: https://www.reddit.com/r/TheGirlSurvivalGuide/comments/y94zui/how_to_not_be_a_doormat_a_guide_to_defining_your/ Values Sort: https://www.think2perform.com/values/ Dustin Poynter: https://www.instagram.com/dustinpoynter/?hl=en Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire) Follow Jess on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain) Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens) https://www.courtneylauvercounseling.com/ | |||
| Episode 14: Asking Toddlers to do Algebra with Molly Fitz King, LPCC-S, LPAT | 01 Feb 2025 | 01:27:37 | |
This week we welcome Molly Fitz King to chat about neurodivergence, addiction, and advocating for our clients and ourselves. Check out Molly's website here: https://www.fitzkingtherapy.com/ Get information about People Advocating Recovery: https://peopleadvocatingrecovery.org/ Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire) Follow Jess on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain) Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens) https://www.courtneylauvercounseling.com/ | |||
| Episode 6: Therapists Review Inside Out 2 | 01 Feb 2025 | 01:24:36 | |
This week we gush about our new favorite movie, Inside Out 2! We tell you all about how accurate the movie is to real psychology and what we can learn about our own mental health through the film. Let us know what you thought of the movie and send us your creative creations! Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire) Follow Jess on Instagram and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain) Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens) | |||
| Episode 26: The Manosphere Goes to Therapy | 03 Sep 2025 | 01:48:55 | |
CW: SA, narcissism, human traffickingIn part 2 of our deep dive on toxic masculinity, Courtney reviews Andrew Tate's trip to "therapy." Here is Dr. Kirk Honda's first video covering this topic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nA1DsHKkIy4Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire)Follow Jess on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain)Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens)https://www.courtneylauvercounseling.com/ This podcast is not a substitution for therapy and we cannot provide you with therapeutic services or advice via this podcast or social media. | |||
| Episode 25: Therapists Nerd Out About Dungeons & Dragons | 23 Aug 2025 | 01:28:43 | |
This week Jess teaches Courtney about Dungeons & Dragons and how to create a character to represent your strengths and personality. More D&D content in 2 weeks!Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire)Follow Jess on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain)Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens)https://www.courtneylauvercounseling.com/ This podcast is not a substitution for therapy and we cannot provide you with therapeutic services or advice via this podcast or social media. | |||
| Episode 24: Therapists Unpack Toxic Masculinity | 16 Aug 2025 | 01:34:00 | |
Content Warning: This episode discusses misogyny, incels, racism, and transphobiaWe're back for season 2!!! We kick off our new season with a new format. Courtney talks about the psychology of toxic masculinity and incel culture. Then Jess reads reddit stories for today's theme.Let us know what you think of the new format and what we should cover this season!Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire)Follow Jess on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain)Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens)https://www.courtneylauvercounseling.com/ This podcast is not a substitution for therapy and we cannot provide you with therapeutic services or advice via this podcast or social media. | |||
| Episode 23: I Only Exist in This Room | 15 Jul 2025 | 01:22:48 | |
Recorded November 18, 2024 This week we check out the Ask a Therapist subreddit and give our professional take. Then we dive into a discussion about hot people and how they are ruining our mental health (kidding, kind of). Tara Mooknee’s Video: https://youtu.be/-Vs3R-FhPUg?si=huwIfN5glD6DJD7E Dazed Article: https://www.dazeddigital.com/beauty/article/65066/1/too-much-exposure-to-hot-people-is-warping-our-dating-standards Goblin Tools: https://goblin.tools/
Follow Jess on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain) Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens) https://www.courtneylauvercounseling.com/ This podcast is not a substitution for therapy and we cannot provide you with therapeutic services or advice via this podcast or social media. | |||
| Episode 22: Skibidi Toilet Therapy | 02 Jun 2025 | 01:19:44 | |
Recorded November 11, 2024 It's been a minute but we're still here! Today we wanted to prioritize laughter. We talked about funny things that have happened in therapy, our favorite memes, and answered some random hypothetical questions. Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire)Follow Jess on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain)Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens)https://www.courtneylauvercounseling.com/ | |||
| Episode 21: Therapists Talk Politics and Jerk Boyfriends | 14 Mar 2025 | 01:15:52 | |
Episode recorded November 4, 2024Today we discuss how to talk about politics with family members (and complain about the state of politics today). Then we read some Reddit stories about terrible boyfriends and step-moms. Article Jess Referenced: https://time.com/6958086/thanksgiving-election-2024-family-conflict/ Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire)Follow Jess on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain)Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens)https://www.courtneylauvercounseling.com/ | |||
| Episode 20: Insurance, Parenting, and Getting Involved, with Rachel Buehner, Ph.D, M.Ed | 25 Feb 2025 | 01:05:11 | |
We're back for 2025!Thank you so much to Dr. Rachel Buehner for joining us to talk about her role as a psychologist, how insurance can affect accessibility to therapy, Autism services, and some parenting advice. Check out Dr. Buehner on TikTok and YouTube! @bringlightpsychology1923 FEAT of Louisville: https://www.facebook.com/FEATofLouisville/Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire)Follow Jess on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain)Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens)https://www.courtneylauvercounseling.com/ | |||
| Episode 19: Life Saving Gossip | 18 Feb 2025 | 01:40:35 | |
Content Warning: PoliticsToday, your therapists discuss studies from r/Science: The psychology of the election & politics, senses of direction, gossip, and whether superhero movies make us better peopleThen we read AITA stories about being rude to service workers, HR getting involved in game night, and inviting an ex to your weddingRecommendations: The Art of Thriving Online by Amelia Knott - https://a.co/d/cx7YrpV How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t with Your Kids by Carla Naumburg, PhD - https://a.co/d/cAUx4RD Links are not affiliate links. Recorded October 21, 2024Follow us on Instagram (@mental.health.dumpster.fire) and TikTok (@mentalhealthdumpsterfire)Follow Jess on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@TheArtsyBrain)Follow Courtney on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook (@LauverListens)https://www.courtneylauvercounseling.com/ | |||