In this episode we dive deep into the world of couples therapy with the expert insights of Dawn Dominguez, a seasoned marriage and family therapist. Dawn shares her unique approach to helping couples navigate the complexities of their relationships, from understanding unconscious agendas to fostering healthy communication and connection.

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Join us as we explore Dawn’s innovative methods, including her integration of multiple therapeutic models, the powerful "coaster moment" metaphor, and her signature dialogue technique. Discover how these strategies can enhance your practice and empower couples to build stronger, more resilient relationships.

Whether you're a therapist looking to deepen your expertise or someone interested in the dynamics of relationships, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. Tune in to learn how to guide couples from conflict to connection and create lasting change in their lives.

This episode also qualifies for one continuing education contact hour, making it essential listening for mental health professionals. 

Don't miss this opportunity to grow professionally and personally, while earning your continuing education credits.

Head over to my site to get all the links and resources associated with this episode. 

Listen now to earn your CEUs and transform your counseling practice! Mustard Consulting, LLC is a NBCC ACEP Approved Provider #7061.

Need continuing education contact hours? If so, then be sure to check out my Podcourses. Check out the other CE courses - Holistic Counseling Bundle, the Art of Breathwork and How to Resolve the Parent Trap! 

Transforming Your Relationship With Anxiety Course - Click HERE to get a FREE course on transforming your relationship with anxiety from Mindfulness.com (affiliate link)

Want to pivot your skill set and generate more income? Looking to expand your services or create new ones? Grab my list of 50+ ideas that can help you create an additional stream of revenue here: https://bit.ly/ideasformoreincome

In this episode of The Therapy Show, I'm joined by Kylee Nelson, LMFT, a specialist in perinatal mental health. Kylee shares her expertise on the six most common perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and psychosis. She also discusses the often-overlooked condition of neurodivergence in the perinatal period.

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Together, we explore the differences between baby blues and more severe conditions, the impact of infertility and infant loss on mental health, and effective treatment approaches, with a focus on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Drawing from both her professional experience and personal journey as a mother, Kylee provides valuable insights for therapists and anyone supporting new mothers.

This episode also qualifies for one continuing education contact hour, making it essential listening for mental health professionals. Tune in to learn how to better support mothers during the perinatal period and gain practical tips for addressing perinatal mental health challenges.

Whether you're a busy counselor looking to earn CEUs or a therapist interested in enhancing your practice with new methodologies, this episode is packed with valuable information and actionable strategies. 

Don't miss this opportunity to grow professionally and personally, while earning your continuing education credits.

Listen now to earn your CEUs and transform your counseling practice! Mustard Consulting, LLC is a NBCC ACEP Approved Provider #7061.

Need continuing education contact hours? If so, then be sure to check out my Podcourses. Check out the other CE courses - Holistic Counseling Bundle, the Art of Breathwork and How to Resolve the Parent Trap! 

Ready to start your podcast? Connect with Chelsea Weaver Podcasting.

Transforming Your Relationship With Anxiety Course - Click HERE to get a FREE course on transforming your relationship with anxiety from Mindfulness.com (affiliate link)

Learn about the Psychcraft Network.

Want to pivot your skill set and generate more income? Looking to expand your services or create new ones? Grab my list of 50+ ideas that can help you create an additional stream of revenue here: https://bit.ly/ideasformoreincome

In this episode, I sit down with Liz Kelly, a licensed clinical social worker based just outside of Washington, D.C. Liz shares her unique journey from a career in fundraising to becoming a passionate therapist and author. Her recent book, "This Book Is Cheaper Than Therapy," serves as a beacon of hope and a practical guide for those seeking mental health support in the face of accessibility and affordability challenges. Join us as we delve into the themes of the book, Liz's approach to therapy, and her advice for aspiring authors in the mental health field.

The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is sponsored by TherapyNotes! Why not find out what more than 100,000 mental health professionals already know, and try TherapyNotes for 2 months, absolutely free. Click here: www.lisamustard.com/therapynotes or enter promo code “Lisa” at www.TherapyNotes.com.

Get my FREE guided meditations and hypnosis recordings here.

If you've ever felt the strain of accessing mental health services or are curious about how to take proactive steps towards your mental well-being, Liz Kelly's insights and her book offer a wealth of knowledge and practical advice. Don't forget to check out "This Book Is Cheaper Than Therapy" and share this episode with someone who could benefit from Liz's wisdom.

What You'll Learn:

• How Liz Kelly transitioned from fundraising to a fulfilling career in therapy.
• The inspiration behind her book, "This Book Is Cheaper Than Therapy," and the gap it aims to fill in mental health services.
• Key topics covered in the book, including self-care, the mind-body connection, relationships, and navigating grief.
• Liz's holistic approach to therapy and how she incorporates mindfulness and the understanding of the nervous system in her practice.
• Practical advice for therapists and aspiring authors on writing and publishing a book that can impact the mental health community.

Liz Kelly, LCSW - Liz is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in working with busy professionals and young adults. She is the author of "This Book Is Cheaper Than Therapy," a resource designed to make mental health care accessible to everyone.

Connect with Liz Kelly:

Website: Liz Kelly, LICSW (lizkellymsw.com)

Instagram: Liz Kelly, LICSW (@real.life.mental.wellness) • Instagram photos and videos

Other Resources:

Want to pivot your skill set and generate more income? Looking to expand your services or create new ones? Grab my list of 50+ ideas that can help you create an additional stream of revenue here: https://bit.ly/ideasformoreincome

Need continuing education contact hours (approved by NBCC)? If so, then be sure to check out my Podcourses. Check out the other CE courses - Holistic Counseling Bundle, the Art of Breathwork and How to Resolve the Parent Trap!

Please remember that The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.

Transforming Your Relationship With Anxiety Course - Click HERE to get a FREE course on transforming your relationship with anxiety from Mindfulness.com (affiliate link)

Connect with Lisa: Website

Production Credits: Edited and engineered by Chelsea Weaver. For podcast editing services, visit http://chelseaweaverpodcasting.com.

If you are ready to start your podcast or take your current podcast to the next level, the Psychcraft Network can help. Let's start the conversation - apply today! PsychCraft Podcast Network 

Thank you for tuning into The Therapy Show. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform to never miss an episode.

 

 

I’m answering another listener's question in this Put It into Practice episode. I received this question over social media and I think it’s something we don’t talk about enough - Porn Addiction. The question I received: is porn addiction an epidemic? I review the causes, triggers, and consequences of porn addiction. I also discuss the relationship between sexual abuse and porn.

Don’t forget you can message me over on IG or send me an email - lisa at lisamustard dot com to ask me a question about therapy, mental health, relationships, that I will answer on a future episode (anonymously, of course). Because if you’re wondering about it chances are others out there are wondering about it too!

Research and studies on porn addiction:

https://journalofpsychiatryreform.com/2021/12/07/early-exposure-to-pornography-a-form-of-sexual-trauma/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7044607/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5561346/?report=classic

https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2015-42188-001

Find a therapist options:

Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp online therapy. Learn more. (affiliate link): https://betterhelp.com/lisamustard

Learn about Hopscotch: https://www.joinhopscotch.com/

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

Mental Health Resources and Support: 

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support via phone or chat for people in distress, resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Includes information on finding your local crisis center. Phone: 988 Website: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.SAMHSA’s National Helpline | SAMHSA

It’s important to stress that these episodes are not meant to take the place of any work you’re doing with your therapist or doctor. In fact, please run these ideas by your counselor or doctor before you act on them to make sure you are ready for them or even fit for the suggestions. I can’t stress this enough, each person is unique and their situation is unique so please talk to your dr before starting anything new I may be suggesting.

The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard, and the information provided by Lisa Mustard, is solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Lisa Mustard is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.

Ready to start your podcast? Looking for a podcast editor? You need a professional. Visit https://www.chelseaweaverpodcasting.com/ to learn about podcasting services. 

In this episode, I’m joined by Aaron Portratz and Nathan Hawkins of the Shrink Think Podcast. Shrink Think is also a part of the PsychCraft Network and on their show they discuss everything from understanding styles of therapy to addressing conflict with your counselor, learning about attachment styles, and the fear triangle. They seek to run the gamut of topics to pull back the curtain and empower effective therapy.

I’m so glad to have them on the show this week! We're discussing the important topic of how to pick a therapist. 

Finding the right professional for you can be a daunting task, but it's crucial for making the most of your therapy experience. They will be sharing tips and guidance on what to look for in a therapist, questions to ask, and how to find the right fit for you. Whether you're a first-time therapy seeker or looking to switch therapists, this episode is for you. They also touch on a few marketing tips for therapists so sit back, grab a cup of coffee, relax, and let's talk about how to pick a therapist that's right for you.

Learn more about Shrink Think here.

Ready to get found on the internet by your ideal client? The SEO Basecamp Live Training Group will give you that roadmap and walk you through, creating an SEO foundation that you can build on for months and years.

Learn about SEO Bootcamp here  (I am an affiliate of SEO Bootcamp and may receive a commission if you purchase the course, at no extra cost to you): https://courses.createmytherapistwebsite.com/a/aff_vjw1t2xw/external?affcode=106778_pj88w4ie

Need Continuing Education? Check out my Podcourses. Listen anytime, anywhere and when you’re ready, purchase the self study quiz, pass it and then download your certificate of completion. Mustard Consulting LLC is a NBCC approved provider. 

Other episodes that may be of interest to you if you like this topic:

How to Find a Therapist or Counselor 

Going to Therapy for the First Time

The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health: What to Know and What to Do

Mental Health Resources and Support: 

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support via phone or chat for people in distress, resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Includes information on finding your local crisis center. Phone: 988 Website: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.SAMHSA’s National Helpline | SAMHSA

It’s important to stress that these episodes are not meant to take the place of any work you’re doing with your therapist or doctor. In fact, please run these ideas by your counselor or doctor before you act on them to make sure you are ready for them or even fit for the suggestions. I can’t stress this enough, each person is unique and their situation is unique so please talk to your dr before starting anything new I may be suggesting.

The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard, and the information provided by Lisa Mustard, is solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Lisa Mustard is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.

In this week’s Put It into Practice episode I'm sharing how social media affects our mental health. And I'm also discussing what to do when we find ourselves dealing with anxiety and depression due to being on social media.

Have a question about therapy, mental health or relationships you'd like me to answer? Send me an email - lisa at lisamustard dot com or send me a DM on Instagram. (I do not monitor my messages 24/7 so please do not email/message me if you are in crisis. Please call/text 988 to get immediate support or help from the Suicide Prevention Lifeline.)

Studies that discuss the impacts of social media on our health:

ASSOCIATION BETWEEN SOCIAL MEDIA USE AND DEPRESSION AMONG U.S. YOUNG ADULTS - PubMed (nih.gov)

Does Social Media Use Cause Depression? - Child Mind Institute

Social Media and Adolescents’ and Young Adults’ Mental Health | National Center for Health Research (center4research.org)

Other Put It Into Practice episodes:

How to Find a Therapist or Counselor 

How To Cope with Anxiety Part 1 

How to Cope with Anxiety Part 2 

Is it Time for a Change? How to Start Something New in 2023 

How to Handle Failure 

Going to Therapy for the First Time

Find a therapist options:

Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp online therapy. Learn more. (affiliate link): https://betterhelp.com/lisamustard

Learn about Hopscotch: https://www.joinhopscotch.com/

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

Mental Health Resources and Support: 

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support via phone or chat for people in distress, resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Includes information on finding your local crisis center. Phone: 988 Website: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.SAMHSA’s National Helpline | SAMHSA

It’s important to stress that these episodes are not meant to take the place of any work you’re doing with your therapist or doctor. In fact, please run these ideas by your counselor or doctor before you act on them to make sure you are ready for them or even fit for the suggestions. I can’t stress this enough, each person is unique and their situation is unique so please talk to your dr before starting anything new I may be suggesting.

The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard, and the information provided by Lisa Mustard, is solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Lisa Mustard is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.

Pavel Ythjall was on top of the world. One of the best fitness photographers in the world, he had started the fitness company Fighterdiet with his ex-wife, Pauline. The company was a success, helping more than 10,000 women each year take control of their lives and become strong, fit, healthy, and empowered.

To make things even better, he was married to the love of his life, Kat. Life felt like a fairytale. He and Kat shared a zest for life, and they had the financial means to live to the fullest. They went for helicopter rides and yacht rides. They traveled frequently to Belize and other amazing places.

And then, in December 2015, the fairytale came to an end. They were on their way to a Christmas party when their tire blew out. After swerving and hitting a freeway sign, their car rolled three or four times. Pavel broke his neck and Kat was paralyzed.

It was devastating. In the blink of an eye, the couple who had been savoring everything life had to offer found themselves fighting just to survive. And even if they both lived—and after his near decapitation, and doctors giving Kat only a 10 percent chance of survival, that seemed like a big if—Pavel knew that life could never be the same.

In this episode, Pavel shares their story as well as the book he wrote, True Love & Suffering, that helps to remind people facing hardship and tragedy that they are not alone.

True Love & Suffering is currently ranked #1 in two Amazon categories! In addition to hitting Best Seller, the book was also named a #1 Amazon Hot New Release!

Learn more about Kat: https://strongwithkat.com/

Ready to get found on the internet by your ideal client? The SEO Basecamp Live Training Group will give you that roadmap and walk you through, creating an SEO foundation that you can build on for months and years.

Learn about SEO Bootcamp here  (I am an affiliate of SEO Bootcamp and may receive a commission if you purchase the course, at no extra cost to you): https://courses.createmytherapistwebsite.com/a/aff_vjw1t2xw/external?affcode=106778_pj88w4ie

Want to be more comfortable while sitting on the therapy couch? Or perhaps you need a new pair of leggings for the gym, yoga or everyday wear? Check out my favorite brand of athleisure and activewear (affiliate link) here. 

Find a therapist options:

Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp online therapy. Learn more. (affiliate link): https://betterhelp.com/lisamustard

Learn about Hopscotch: https://www.joinhopscotch.com/

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

Mental Health Resources and Support: 

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support via phone or chat for people in distress, resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Includes information on finding your local crisis center. Phone: 988 Website: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.SAMHSA’s National Helpline | SAMHSA

It’s important to stress that these episodes are not meant to take the place of any work you’re doing with your therapist or doctor. In fact, please run these ideas by your counselor or doctor before you act on them to make sure you are ready for them or even fit for the suggestions. I can’t stress this enough, each person is unique and their situation is unique so please talk to your dr before starting anything new I may be suggesting.

The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard, and the information provided by Lisa Mustard, is solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Lisa Mustard is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.

In this week's Put It into Practice episode, I’m answering listener questions! If you have a question on therapy or mental health, send me an email - lisa at lisamustard dot com or send me a DM on Instagram. 

Question #1 - I've never been to therapy but think it’s something I want to do. However I'm a little nervous about the first session..can you share what a first therapy session looks like?

Question #2 - Have you ever been to therapy?

Other Put It Into Practice episodes:

How to Find a Therapist or Counselor 

How To Cope with Anxiety Part 1 

How to Cope with Anxiety Part 2 

Is it Time for a Change? How to Start Something New in 2023 

 

Find a therapist options:

Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp online therapy. Learn more. (affiliate link): https://betterhelp.com/lisamustard

Learn about Hopscotch: https://www.joinhopscotch.com/

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

 

Mental Health Resources and Support: 

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support via phone or chat for people in distress, resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Includes information on finding your local crisis center. Phone: 988 Website: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.SAMHSA’s National Helpline | SAMHSA

It’s important to stress that these episodes are not meant to take the place of any work you’re doing with your therapist or doctor. In fact, please run these ideas by your counselor or doctor before you act on them to make sure you are ready for them or even fit for the suggestions. I can’t stress this enough, each person is unique and their situation is unique so please talk to your dr before starting anything new I may be suggesting.

The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard, and the information provided by Lisa Mustard, is solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Lisa Mustard is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.

Podcast edited and produced by Chelsea Weaver Podcasting. 

Tammy Nelson, PhD is a sex and relationship expert, an international speaker, an author and a licensed psychotherapist with almost thirty years of experience working with individuals and couples.  In private practice she focuses on helping people of all ages, orientations and genders find love, healing and passion.

She is the Director of the Integrative Sex Therapy Institute, teaches at several Universities, is a TEDx speaker and is the host of the podcast The Trouble with Sex.

Next month from Feb 20-24, 2023 she will be presenting Clinical Interventions for Sex, Intimacy & Relationship Dilemmas in Cancun where she will teach you the skills and interventions needed to help your clients out of the intimacy impasses that lead to low sex and sexless relationships.

You can learn more about Innovations in Psychotherapy Cancun 2023 here. 

In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Nelson shares how she became a sex and relationship expert, how you can become certified as a sex therapist plus the number one question all couples therapists should be asking their clients.

Learn about Dr. Tammy Nelson: https://drtammynelson.com/ 

Ready to start your podcast? Or perhaps you’d like to outsource your audio and video editing? If so, be sure to check out Chelsea Weaver’s services. Learn more: https://www.chelseaweaverpodcasting.com/

I know how important it is to build a brand on social media and I also know how time consuming it can be. So, save your time and energy and let me help you with your content creation. Head over to my etsy shop, Honey Mustard Media  where you’ll find instagram templates that can be edited in the Free version of Canva. You can use them as is or change the colors, fonts, pictures, words to match your brand. It’s easy and simple. I’ll be adding more editable templates soon so be sure to favorite my shop, Honey Mustard Media, and you’ll be notified when I add more listings. Plus right now you can get 30% off all templates. 

Looking to start 2023 off with knocking out some continuing education contact hours? If so, then be sure to check out my Podcourses. Currently there are 12 to choose from and there are a variety of topics,,learn more about play therapy, addiction treatment, creating a self care plan, meditation and ayurvedic life coaching, plus more! Listen to the content anytime, anywhere and when you’re ready, purchase the course, take the self study quiz, pass it, and download your certificate of completion. It’s simple yet if you have any questions, please get in touch. Mustard Consulting LLC is a NBCC approved provider. 

In this Put It into Practice episode, I give advice and tips for handling failure such as learning to reframe your thoughts, surround yourself with supportive people, and seek guidance from mentors who can provide a different perspective. Everyone fails at something and it is how a person handles failure that matters most. Failure is a natural part of the learning process, and the key is to take the lessons learned and apply them to your next move.

Listen to How To Start Something New in 2023 here.

Find a therapist options:

Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp online therapy. Learn more. (affiliate link): https://betterhelp.com/lisamustard

Learn about Hopscotch: https://www.joinhopscotch.com/

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

Mental Health Resources and Support: 

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support via phone or chat for people in distress, resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Includes information on finding your local crisis center. Phone: 988 Website: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.SAMHSA’s National Helpline | SAMHSA

It’s important to stress that these episodes are not meant to take the place of any work you’re doing with your therapist or doctor. In fact, please run these ideas by your counselor or doctor before you act on them to make sure you are ready for them or even fit for the suggestions. I can’t stress this enough, each person is unique and their situation is unique so please talk to your dr before starting anything new I may be suggesting.

The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard, and the information provided by Lisa Mustard, is solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Lisa Mustard is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.

If you experiencing suicidal or homicidal thoughts, you need to call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

Happy New Year! I hope you had a wonderful holiday season as well as a fun new year! Daniel Fava with Private Practice Elevation, and who is also a member of the PsychCraft Network, is here to tell us what we need to be doing with our websites so we can be found on the internet. 

I hope you enjoy this interview with Daniel and gain some valuable tips on how to get found on the internet with an optimized website. It’s not as difficult as you might think once you learn the whys and the hows of the process.

Daniel’s site: Therapist Website Design & Online Marketing - Private Practice Elevation

Want to connect and schedule a time to chat about your 2023 resolutions or goals? Then grab a 20 minute consultation to see if I'm a good fit for your needs. I love helping midlife women get clear and focused on living their best lives as they enter their 40s and 50s. I’ve had my own midlife crisis and know what it’s like to feel stuck and unsure of who I am as I age.https://mustardconsulting.as.me/schedule.php

I know how important it is to build a brand on social media and I also know how time consuming it can be. So, save your time and energy and let me help you with your content creation. Head over to my etsy shop, Honey Mustard Media  where you’ll find instagram templates that can be edited in the Free version of Canva. You can use them as is or change the colors, fonts, pictures, words to match your brand. It’s easy and simple. I’ll be adding more editable templates soon so be sure to favorite my shop, Honey Mustard Media, and you’ll be notified when I add more listings. I’ve done the heavy lifting of creating the templates with quotes and images, all you need to do is add your personal touch to the templates like your website or social media handles. If you have any questions, feel free to message me over on Etsy or Instagram or send an email to support at lisamustard dot com

Looking to start 2023 off with knocking out some continuing education contact hours? If so, then be sure to check out my Podcourses. Currently there are 12 to choose from and there are a variety of topics,,learn more about play therapy, addiction treatment, creating a self care plan, meditation and ayurvedic life coaching, plus more! 

Listen to the content anytime, anywhere and when you’re ready, purchase the course, take the self study quiz, pass it, and download your certificate of completion. It’s simple yet if you have any questions, please get in touch. Mustard Consulting LLC is a NBCC approved provider. 

This will be my last episode of 2022. I’m taking the rest of the year off to refresh and reboot for 2023. Happy holidays friend!

Rose Skeeters, LPC, host of the From Borderline to Beautiful Podcast is here on the show to talk about her therapy and coaching practice, her podcast and we also discuss the problems stemming from our culture’s "you do you" messages. In addition, we talk about her fears surrounding starting her podcast.  However, out of wanting to serve and help others, she decided to be courageous and hit record. Now with over 600,000 downloads, Rose’s message is reaching those who really need to hear it. 

Just a little reminder that the world needs your good stuff! So whatever you’re wanting to share with the world, get going. If you need support, coaching or help getting started, I want to encourage you to set up a consultation call with me here: https://mustardconsulting.as.me/schedule.php

Rose Skeeters: https://www.skeetersstrength.com/

From Borderline to Beautiful Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-borderline-to-beautiful-hope-help-for-bpd-rose/id1502426191?i=1000488618754

Text Rose: 844-984-7483

Find a therapist options:

Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp online therapy. Learn more. (affiliate link): https://betterhelp.com/lisamustard

Learn about Hopscotch: https://www.joinhopscotch.com/

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

Mental Health Resources and Support: 

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support via phone or chat for people in distress, resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Includes information on finding your local crisis center. Phone: 988 Website: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.SAMHSA’s National Helpline | SAMHSA

The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard, and the information provided by Lisa Mustard and her guests, is solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Lisa Mustard is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this podcast, website or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.

 

Are you ready for a change? Feeling a pull to start something new in 2023? Maybe it’s a new career? Or a side business? Or maybe you’ve thought about going back to school? Or even a new hobby?

But what if you're ready for a change and don't know how to make one? Or perhaps just the idea of starting something new makes you worried or anxious?

Well, then this episode is for you! I share the best way I know to get started on the steps you need to take as you get ready to decide what's next for you.

It starts with the understanding the thoughts you are telling yourself and then you need to identify your core values. If you don’t identify the drivers behind wanting a change, you will give up or stop pursuing your new idea when the going gets tough. 

The questions I mention in the episode:

What is important to you? 

What do you hold near and dear to your heart?

What ideas get you excited?

If time and money were of no issues to you, how would you spend your day?

What do you yearn for when you consider your future?

What brings you joy?

Where do you find your energy?

This is my last Put It Into Practice Episode for 2022 - look for new episodes in 2023! 

Find a therapist options:

Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp online therapy. Learn more. (affiliate link): https://betterhelp.com/lisamustard

Learn about Hopscotch: https://www.joinhopscotch.com/

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

Mental Health Resources and Support: 

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support via phone or chat for people in distress, resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Includes information on finding your local crisis center. Phone: 988 Website: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.SAMHSA’s National Helpline | SAMHSA

The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard, and the information provided by Lisa Mustard,  is solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Lisa Mustard is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this podcast or website or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.

If you missed the first PIIP topic, it’s called How to Find a Therapist and I give you 7 ideas on how to go about finding a therapist - listen here. 

For my How to Cope with Anxiety Series, click on the episodes: Part 1, Part 2

 

In this episode, I sit down with Pamela Garfield-Jaeger, aka The Truthful Therapist, a seasoned social worker and the author of "A Practical Response to Gender Distress." With over two decades of experience in the mental health field, Pamela shares her transition from traditional practice to becoming an advocate for a more nuanced approach to gender identity issues. This episode delves into the complexities of gender distress, the impact of social media, and the importance of addressing underlying psychological and familial issues.

The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is sponsored by TherapyNotes! Why not find out what more than 100,000 mental health professionals already know, and try TherapyNotes for 2 months, absolutely free. Click here: www.lisamustard.com/therapynotes or enter promo code “Lisa” at www.TherapyNotes.com.

Get my FREE guided meditations and hypnosis recordings here.

Pamela Garfield-Jaeger brings a critical and compassionate perspective to the conversation on gender identity and mental health. Her book and insights offer valuable resources for families, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in understanding the multifaceted nature of gender distress. Join us as we explore these important topics and more in this episode.

Want to pivot your skill set and generate more income? Looking to expand your services or create new ones? Grab my list of 50+ ideas that can help you create an additional stream of revenue here: https://bit.ly/ideasformoreincome

What You'll Learn:

• The evolution of gender identity issues from Pamela's professional perspective.
• The distinction between gender dysphoria and gender distress.
• The role of social media in shaping young people's perceptions of gender.
• Practical advice for families navigating gender distress.
• The legal landscape surrounding gender-affirming care for minors.
• Pamela's journey to becoming an expert witness in cases related to gender identity.

Pamela’s Book: A Practical Response to Gender Distress: Tips and Tools for Families 

Connect with Pamela:

Website: The Truthful Therapist

Instagram: Pamela Garfield-Jaeger, LCSW (@the.truthfultherapist) • Instagram photos and videos

Twitter: Pamela Garfield-Jaeger, LCSW (@truththerapist) / X (twitter.com)

Resources:

Transforming Your Relationship With Anxiety Course - Click HERE to get a FREE course on transforming your relationship with anxiety from Mindfulness.com (affiliate link)

Need continuing education contact hours (approved by NBCC)?If so, then be sure to check out my Podcourses. Check out the other CE courses - Holistic Counseling Bundle, the Art of Breathwork and How to Resolve the Parent Trap!

Please remember that The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.

Connect with Lisa: Website

Production Credits: Edited and engineered by Chelsea Weaver. For podcast editing services, visit http://chelseaweaverpodcasting.com.

If you are ready to start your podcast or take your current podcast to the next level, the Psychcraft Network can help. Let's start the conversation - apply today! PsychCraft Podcast Network 

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Francesca Andrade lives in CA and is currently studying to be a marriage and family therapist. She also has many years of experience in working as an Applied Behavior Analysis technician as well as being the mom to a son with Autism.

In this episode, Francesca shares her story of discovering her son is autistic, the therapies they’ve utilized plus how she practices self care with all that she has going on.

Need continuing education contact hours? If so, then be sure to check out my Podcourses. Currently there are 12 to choose from and there are a variety of topics - learn more about eating disorders, addiction treatment, lyme disease and mental health, how to be an adoption resource, plus more! 

Plus, I’m giving you your first one for FREE! This free offer will be going away in 2023 so head to my site and sign up for a free podcourse before it’s too late. I’ll email you a code you can enter at checkout to get your first podcourse at no charge. 

Listen anytime, anywhere and when you’re ready, purchase the course, take the self study quiz, pass it, and download your certificate of completion. It’s simple yet if you have any questions, please get in touch. Mustard Consulting LLC is a NBCC approved provider. 

Find a therapist options:

Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp online therapy. Learn more. (affiliate link): https://betterhelp.com/lisamustard

Learn about Hopscotch: https://www.joinhopscotch.com/

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

Mental Health Resources and Support: 

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support via phone or chat for people in distress, resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Includes information on finding your local crisis center. Phone: 988 Website: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.SAMHSA’s National Helpline | SAMHSA

Need social media content but don’t have the time to create? Let me handle your content creation while you support your clients and build your practice! I’m offering editable social media templates that will save you hours and hours of time! Check out my store here: https://honeymustardmedia.etsy.com

 

This is Part 2 of the series and if you’d like to listen to Part 1, go here.  There are many things you can do to lower your anxious thoughts and feelings so if you’re doing some things that I don’t cover but they are working for…well, you know the saying don’t fix what isn’t broken.

If you missed the first PIIP topic, it’s called How to Find a Therapist and I give you 7 ideas on how to go about finding a therapist - listen here.  

I'm going to cover 5 more ideas you can implement to help with anxiety, but before I do that this is a reminder that It’s important to stress these episodes are not meant to take the place of any work you’re doing with your therapist or doctor. In fact, please run these ideas by your counselor or doctor before you act on them to make sure you are ready for them or even fit for the suggestions. I can’t stress this enough, each person is unique and their situation is unique so please talk to your dr before starting anything new i may be suggesting.

1. Journaling: JMIR Mental Health - Online Positive Affect Journaling in the Improvement of Mental Distress and Well-Being in General Medical Patients With Elevated Anxiety Symptoms: A Preliminary Randomized Controlled Trial, Emotional and physical health benefits of expressive writing | Advances in Psychiatric Treatment | Cambridge Core
2.  Identify and learn to manage your triggers: 11 Anxiety Triggers and How to Identify and Manage Them (healthline.com)
3. Understand your thought patterns and then work to change them: 6 Thought Patterns That Increase Anxiety | Psychology Today
4. Eat a healthy diet:Omega-3 supplementation lowers inflammation and anxiety in medical students: a randomized controlled trial - PubMed (nih.gov), Fermented foods, neuroticism, and social anxiety: An interaction model - PubMed (nih.gov)
5. Get into a good sleep pattern How to Sleep When Anxiety Is Keeping You Awake: 5 Tips (psychcentral.com) 

Find a therapist options:

Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp online therapy. Learn more. (affiliate link): https://betterhelp.com/lisamustard

Learn about Hopscotch: https://www.joinhopscotch.com/

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

Grow Therapy: https://growtherapy.com/

Mental Health Resources and Support: 

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support via phone or chat for people in distress, resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Includes information on finding your local crisis center. Phone: 988 Website: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.SAMHSA’s National Helpline | SAMHSA

The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard, and the information provided by Lisa Mustard,  is solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Lisa Mustard is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.

Welcome back to the show! I’m excited to release this episode and hope you find it helpful. Rose LaPiere shares How to Create Safety When Working with Children on Telehealth. This episode also qualifies for one continuing education contact hour. Head to the site to learn more.

This episode is brought to you by Hopscotch. Learn more about Hopscotch here plus they are hiring clinicians. 

In this Podcourse, Lisa interviews Rose LaPiere, LPC  and she presents How to Create Safety When Working with Children on Telehealth.

Learning Objectives: 

1. Describe why it is important to create safety in a telehealth session.
2. Identify what it means to be a co-regulator for children in a telehealth session.
3. Identify 5 strategies to create safety through telehealth session.

About Rose LaPiere: Rose is a licensed professional counselor in NJ who has helped children, teens, and adults for over 20 years.  She is a therapist, teacher, and writer who works through the lens of attachment, mindfulness, and interpersonal neurobiology. She believes it is essential to cultivate a safe space for all humans as they experience difficulties on their journey in life. She especially loves working with caregivers, teachers and therapists who have children with challenging behaviors. Rose has co-edited and co-authored Nature-Based Play and Expressive Therapies: Interventions for working with children, teens, and families. Website: www.Roselapiere.com

About Lisa: Lisa Mustard, MPH, EdS, LMFT has worked for a college counseling center, addiction recovery center and most recently has been working with a military branch for the past 12 years. In September 2022 she opened up a virtual coaching practice. She is the host of The Therapy Show With Lisa Mustard. She is also the Founder and Owner of Mustard Consulting, LLC. Lisa consults with and coaches other therapists who want to pivot their skill sets to make an impact outside the therapy room. If you desire less time in the therapy chair and more time doing the things you love, book a free call with Lisa.

Mustard Consulting, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7061. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Mustard Consulting, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

This course has been approved for 1 continuing education contact hour by the SC Professional Counselors, Therapists and Psycho-Educational Specialists Licensing Board. Provider #4597

Completion Requirements:

To obtain your certificate of completion, you must listen entirely to the audio, pass the Podcourse completion quiz and complete a satisfaction survey.

Refund policy: No refunds are provided for self study courses.

Disclosure Statement for Rose LaPiere; Financial: Rose LaPiere  receives a speaking honorarium from Hopscotch.

Remember, if you are enjoying this podcourse and would like to receive continuing education credit, head to the site, click on the Buy Now button and you can purchase the quiz and evaluation. Once you have completed the quiz and evaluation, you will receive a certificate of completion.You can also grab your first podcoure for FREE so head to my site and sign up for your free contact hour. 

Thank you for listening! If you are enjoying the show, please consider leaving me a 5 star rating and review.

If you missed the first PIIP topic, it’s called How to Find a Therapist and I give you 7 ideas on how to go about finding a therapist - listen here.  

Find a therapist options:

Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp online therapy. Learn more. (affiliate link): https://betterhelp.com/lisamustard

Learn about Hopscotch: https://www.joinhopscotch.com/

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

Grow Therapy: https://growtherapy.com/

Mental Health Resources and Support: 

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support via phone or chat for people in distress, resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Includes information on finding your local crisis center. Phone: 988 Website: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.SAMHSA’s National Helpline | SAMHSA

It’s important to stress that these episodes are not meant to take the place of any work you’re doing with your therapist or doctor. In fact, please run these ideas by your counselor or doctor before you act on them to make sure you are ready for them or even fit for the suggestions. I can’t stress this enough, each person is unique and their situation is unique so please talk to your dr before starting anything new i may be suggesting.

Anxiety busters:

1. Breathing exercises: 7 Stress-Relief Breathing Exercises for Calming Your Mind (positivepsychology.com)
2. Mindfulness and meditation: app I’m using, #1 App for Mindful Living, Meditation, & Breathwork | Mindfulness.com, How to Use Mindfulness Therapy for Anxiety: 15 Exercises (positivepsychology.com)
3. Exercise: Can exercise help treat anxiety? - Harvard Health
4. Get off social media : Anxiety and Social Media Use | Psychology Today, After Skool
5. Socialize with friends and family

The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard, and the information provided by Lisa Mustard,  is solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Lisa Mustard is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.

In this episode, Steve Bisson, Licensed Mental Health Clinician, shares why it’s important to be vulnerable and how to be your most authentic self in the therapy room - as a therapist and client. Steve is a therapist and coach in MA plus he’s the host of the Finding Your Way Through Therapy podcast. 

Before we dive into the episode, I wanted to make sure you heard the news! I’m releasing episodes twice a week now. One on Wednesday and then the other on Saturday. The new episodes that come out on Saturdays are aimed at providing you with practical and actionable steps that you can take to level up your mental and emotional health. The first one is out and it’s on a question I get asked all the time..how do I find a therapist? 

If you have a suggestion on topics you’d like me to cover, feel free to send me an email at lisa@lisamustard.com or find me on instagram at lisamustardpodcaster and send me a DM. 

Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on your podcast player of choice so you’ll be notified when a new episode drops.

Learn more about Steve: https://linktr.ee/sbisson

Finding Your Way Through Therapy Podcast: https://findingyourwaythroughtherapy.buzzsprout.com/

This podcast represents the opinions of Lisa Mustard and her guests to the show. The content in the podcast, on the website or in this email should not be taken as medical advice. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice and should not be relied on as health, professional advice or personal advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.

One of the questions I get asked a lot is how do I find a therapist?

In this episode, I'm giving you a handful of ideas on where to go to find the best therapist for your needs.

This is my first Put It Into Practice episode! In my PIIP episodes, I'll be sharing practical advice and tips that will help you up level your emotional and mental health. 

Have a topic you'd like me to cover for my PIIP episodes? Send me an email: lisa at lisamustard dot com or send me a DM on Instagram.

I recorded this episode with Libsyn Studio which is a do-it-yourself service offered by my host provider, Libsyn. (That's why the music and transitions are different.)

My website: www.lisamustard.com 

Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp online therapy. Learn more. (affiliate link): https://betterhelp.com/lisamustard

Learn about Hopscotch: https://www.joinhopscotch.com/

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

Grow Therapy: https://growtherapy.com/

Mental Health Resources and Support: 

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support via phone or chat for people in distress, resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Includes information on finding your local crisis center. Phone: 988 Website: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.SAMHSA’s National Helpline | SAMHSA

This podcast and website represents the opinions of Lisa Mustard and her guests to the show. The content in the podcast should not be taken as medical advice. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice and should not be relied on as health, professional advice or personal advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.

Leading Edge Seminars Cancun, Innovations in Psychotherapy - Black Friday Sale where you can save 40%*on your workshop fee when you purchase accommodations at the same time - sign up with this link and you also get either a 30 minute consultation call with me OR 4 of my Podcourses!

Get 40% off all my Podcourses with coupon code 2blackfriday2 through 11/29/22 - Need Continuing Education contact hours? Check out my Podcourses.

Gill Tietz is the creator and host of Sober Powered, a podcast devoted to educating you on how addiction affects the brain so you can find freedom. She got sober in 2019 because alcohol was severely impacting her mental health. Now, she teaches what she’s learned about why it’s so hard to stop drinking, why alcohol makes us so miserable, how to embrace sobriety, and how to develop the life skills you need to stay sober.

Learn more about Gill here. 

Learn about Gill’s podcast network: Sober Powered Media

Enjoying this episode and want to learn about treating addiction?

Then be sure to check out episode 66 with Katie Turman titled an overview of addiction and treatment models.

Katie is a social worker and Licensed Addiction Counselor with over 20 years of experience working in the field of addiction recovery.

 And in her episode she covers: 

• The risk factors associated with addiction.
• She discusses the BioPsychoSocial disease model and how treatment models can support this medical model.
• And she talks about the biology of SUD and the roles dopamine and oxytocin play. 

It’s a great episode if you’re wanting a primer on addiction and treatment plus it’s also a continuing education podcourse. So if you need ce contact hours, head over to my site, lisamustard.freshlearn.com to purchase the course and get your contact hour.  And while you’re on my site, be sure to check out all of my continuing education podcourses. 

Mental Health Resources and Support: 

Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp online therapy. Learn more.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support via phone or chat for people in distress, resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Includes information on finding your local crisis center. Phone: 988 

Website: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.SAMHSA’s National Helpline | SAMHSA

Growing an Online Business from Scratch: From Personal Struggle to Multiple Income Streams - Side Hustle Nation (Gill’s interview on Side Hustle Nation)

This podcast and website represents the opinions of Lisa Mustard and her guests to the show. The content in the podcast should not be taken as medical advice. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice and should not be relied on as health, professional advice or personal advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.

 

This is an incredible offer just for my listeners! Leading Edge Seminars Cancun, Innovations in Psychotherapy - Black Friday Sale where you can save 40%*on your workshop fee when you purchase accommodations at the same time - sign up with this link and you also get either a 30 minute consultation call with me OR 4 of my Podcourses!

Need Continuing Education contact hours? Check out my Podcourses.

In this episode, Whitney Owens of Wise Practice shares tips and advice on how to gain private pay clients and market your practice. 

Learn more about Whitney:

Whitney Owens Consulting

Watersedgecounseling.com

FREE PDF on Tips for Marketing with Churches: www.whitneyowens.com

Instagram: WhitneyOwensConsulting

Facebook: Whitney Owens

Podcast:Wise Practice Podcast

Free Facebook Membership Community for Faithbased Practice Owners:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/533909554128629

Eleven Continuing Education Podcourses are available! Head to my site to check them all out.

Rebecca Arsena shares her Eating Disorder story in this week’s episode. She discusses how she ended up in a residential treatment program at 12 years old, her experiences with doctors and therapists, plus the event that was the catalyst for her calorie restricting behavior.

Learn more about Rebecca: https://www.rebeccaarsena.com/

Support and Treatment for Eating Disorders: National Eating Disorders Association

Information and Facts: NIMH » Eating Disorders: About More Than Food (nih.gov)

Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp online therapy. Learn more.

Other Episodes that cover Eating Disorders and Eating Behaviors:

An Overview of Eating Disorders & Treatment with Dr. Rhea Ann Merck

Stop Emotional Eating & Heal Your Relationship With Food With Laura Buckley, RD, LDN

An Overview of Binge Eating Disorder & Treatment

Learn about Functional Medicine: https://www.ifm.org/

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support via phone or chat for people in distress, resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Includes information on finding your local crisis center. Phone: 988 

Website: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org

This podcast and website represents the opinions of Lisa Mustard and her guests to the show. The content in the podcast should not be taken as medical advice. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice and should not be relied on as health, professional advice or personal advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.

 

Welcome back to the show, friends! I’m excited to release this episode and hope you find it helpful. Dr. April Duncan shares Black Kids Matter: Play-Based Strategies to Support Black Youth Experiencing Racial Trauma. This episode also qualifies for one continuing education contact hour. Head to the site to learn more.

This episode is brought to you by Hopscotch. Learn more about Hopscotch here plus they are hiring clinicians. 

In this Podcourse, Lisa interviews April Duncan, DSW, LCSW, RPT-S and she presents Black Kids Matter: Play-Based Strategies to Support Black Youth Experiencing Racial Trauma

Learning Objectives: 

1. Identify 6 signs of racial trauma in Black youth
2. Discuss 6 play therapy interventions to use in teleplay sessions with Black youth experiencing racial trauma
3. Explore 7 ways to support Black caregivers

About Dr. Duncan: Dr. April Duncan (DSW, LCSW, RPT-S) obtained her Bachelor’s in Arts & Science from the University of Missouri-Columbia (2006), Masters of Social Work from Saint Louis University (2012), and Doctorate of Social Work from the University of Southern California. She has over ten years of clinical experience in supporting children in schools, the juvenile justice system, the child welfare system, and non-profit settings. As a racial trauma expert, she champions the rights of Black children to “reclaim their childhood” by using play therapy to help them learn healthy coping skills to manage race-based stress. Dr. April also works closely with community members, educators, parents, and professionals to learn better ways to connect with Black children and provide a safe place to process negative race-based experiences.  Learn more: www.bmhconnect.com

About Lisa: Lisa Mustard, MPH, EdS, LMFT has worked for a college counseling center, addiction recovery center and most recently has been working with a military branch for the past 12 years. 

Mustard Consulting, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7061. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Mustard Consulting, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Completion Requirements:

To obtain your certificate of completion, you must listen entirely to the audio, pass the Podcourse completion quiz and complete a satisfaction survey.

Refund policy: No refunds are provided for self study courses.

Disclosure Statement for Dr. April Duncan; Financial: Dr. April Duncan receives a speaking honorarium from Hopscotch.

Remember, if you are enjoying this podcourse and would like to receive continuing education credit, head to the site, click on the Buy Now button and you can purchase the quiz and evaluation. Once you have completed the quiz and evaluation, you will receive a certificate of completion.You can also grab your first podcoure for FREE so head to my site and sign up for your free contact hour. 

Thank you for listening! If you are enjoying the show, please consider leaving me a 5 star rating and review.

 

In this episode I sit down with the dynamic Melissa Rogers, a professional matchmaker and dating coach with a decade of experience in creating lasting connections. Melissa shares her unique journey from psychology to matchmaking, offering invaluable insights into the art and science of love in today's digital age. Melissa also shares her thoughts on the power of connection, the importance of being open to love, and her optimistic outlook on the future of matchmaking.

The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is sponsored by TherapyNotes! Why not find out what more than 100,000 mental health professionals already know, and try TherapyNotes for 2 months, absolutely free. Click here: www.lisamustard.com/therapynotes or enter promo code “Lisa” at www.TherapyNotes.com.

Get my FREE guided meditations and hypnosis recordings here.

What You'll Learn:

• Introduction to Melissa Rogers
• The Role of a Matchmaker
• Dating Advice for Single Parents
• Success Stories
• The Impact of Technology on Dating
• Personal Growth and Self-Discovery 

Interested in learning more about matchmaking or seeking Melissa's services? Visit her social media profiles linked above to get started on your journey to finding love.

Connect with Melissa:

• Melissa Rogers' Social Media:  @Melissa Rogers, Matchmaker (@matchedbymlr) • Instagram photos and videos  and Melissa Limberg Rogers (@the_mlr) • Instagram photos and videos
• Create Your Free Profile | Three Day Rule Matchmaking

Resources:

Transforming Your Relationship With Anxiety Course - Click HERE to get a FREE course on transforming your relationship with anxiety from Mindfulness.com (affiliate link)

Learn about the Psychcraft network Home - PsychCraft Network

If you are ready to start your podcast or take your current podcast to the next level, the Psychcraft Network can help. Let's start the conversation - apply today! PsychCraft Podcast Network 

Need continuing education contact hours (approved by NBCC)?If so, then be sure to check out my Podcourses. Check out the other CE courses - Holistic Counseling Bundle, the Art of Breathwork and How to Resolve the Parent Trap!

Please remember that The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.

Connect with Lisa: Website

Production Credits: Edited and engineered by Chelsea Weaver. For podcast editing services, visit http://chelseaweaverpodcasting.com.

Thank you for tuning into The Therapy Show. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform to never miss an episode.

If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like this one. 

 

Celebrate with me! I’ve recorded over 100 episodes!

In this episode I’m sharing what it was like to start this show, keep it going and growing. Plus 10 lessons it’s taught me.

1. Where your focus goes, your energy flows. Want more on this topic? Listen to this episode with Dr. Seth Scott.
2. Be patient. Have patience but take action.
3. Network with like minded people. Over social media and in person.
4. Don’t be afraid to pivot.
5. Fake it before you make it or the be.do.have. mindset.
6. People are listening/watching but you may not know it.
7. Authenticity is key.
8. Don’t be afraid to be vulnerable.
9. Ask for what you need. 
10. You’re not going to be everyone’s cup of tea. And that’s ok because you can’t please everyone.

Book a FREE coaching consultation with me!

Get a FREE continuing education contact hour.

See my Continuing Education Courses.

Learn more about the PsychCraft Network. 

Listen to The Shrink Think Podcast.

Listen to the Midlife Magic Podcast with Lisa Mustard

Listen to the Direct Sales and Social Selling Podcast

 

 

If you missed it, I released a new podcourse last week that qualifies for 1 continuing education contact hour. It’s titled Back to the Basics: Grounding Theory in Virtual Play Therapy and it’s with Dr Rachel Altvater. You can listen to the episode as it’s part of my show line up and if you decide you want the credit hour, head to my site. Link is in the show notes. 

This week’s episode is with Gordon Brewer LMFT. Gordon has a thriving practice in Kingsport TN and he’s the host of The Practice of Therapy Podcast. Gordon is a friend and colleague and has been a big supporter of my podcast since we connected soon after I launched it. He’s here this time to talk about the Psychraft network, how he helps clinicians start their practices plus some tips on starting a podcast. 

Listen to Episode 60 of The Therapy Show with Gordon Brewer.

Learn about the PsychCraft Network.

Learn about the Practice Launch Club.

Learn about Gordon Brewer. 

New podcourse is here! Listen to Dr. Rachel Altvater as she discusses Back to the Basics: Grounding Theory in Virtual Play Therapy. This episode qualifies for 1 continuing education contact hour. Mustard Consulting LLC is a NBCC Approved Provider, No. 7061. Learn more about the Podcourse. 

Get your first Podcourse for free when you head to my site. 

I’m accepting new life coaching clients. Grab a free 20 minute consultation with me to see if I'm a fit for your needs.

Learn about Daniel Fava and how he helps therapists gain more clients. 

Welcome back to the show, friends! I’m excited to release this episode and hope you find it helpful. Dr. Rachel Altvater shares how virtual play therapy can be a powerful tool for change and growth. This episode also qualifies for one continuing education contact hour. Head to the site to learn more.

This episode is brought to you by Hopscotch. Learn more about Hopscotch here plus they are hiring clinicians. 

In this Podcourse, Lisa interviews Rachel Altvater, Psy.D., RPT-S and she presents Back to the Basics: Grounding Theory in Virtual Play Therapy

Learning Objectives: 

1. Demonstrate the use of clinical and play therapy theory to guide formulations regarding the conditions that create, maintain, and change behavior or distress 
2. Apply traditional methods of play therapy conceptualization to the digital platform 
3. Identify clinically sound virtual play therapy interventions based on theoretical framework and client problem behavior

About Dr. Altvater: Dr. Rachel Altvater (Psy.D., RPT-STM) is an award-winning, pioneering expert, leader, researcher, international trainer, author, and supervisor in the field of play therapy. She is a Licensed Psychologist in Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia, and she holds national certifications as a Registered Play Therapist–SupervisorTM and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She is the owner of Creative Psychological Health Services, co-owner of North Star Creations, president of the Maryland/DC Association for Play Therapy, editorial advisory board member for the International Journal of Play Therapy®, advisory board member for Digital Play TherapyTM, instructor at Hopscotch, and clinical consultant and content creator for Cognitive Leap. Dr. Altvater published her research in the International Journal of Play Therapy on technology use in play therapy and is a contributing author in numerous scholarly texts on implementing digital technologies in play therapy practice. Learn more: www.beacons.ai/docvater

About Lisa: Lisa Mustard, MPH, EdS, LMFT has worked for a college counseling center, addiction recovery center and most recently has been working with a military branch for the past 12 years. In September 2022 she opened up a virtual private practice where she offers therapy and coaching.

Mustard Consulting, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7061. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Mustard Consulting, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

This course has been approved for 1 continuing education contact hour by the SC Professional Counselors, Therapists and Psycho-Educational Specialists Licensing Board. Provider #4597

Completion Requirements:

To obtain your certificate of completion, you must listen entirely to the audio, pass the Podcourse completion quiz and complete a satisfaction survey.

Refund policy: No refunds are provided for self study courses.

Disclosure Statement for Dr. Rachel Altvater; Financial: Dr. Rachel Altvater receives a speaking honorarium from Hopscotch.

Remember, if you are enjoying this podcourse and would like to receive continuing education credit, head to the site, click on the Buy Now button and you can purchase the quiz and evaluation. Once you have completed the quiz and evaluation, you will receive a certificate of completion.You can also grab your first podcoure for FREE so head to my site and sign up for your free contact hour. 

Thank you for listening! If you are enjoying the show, please consider leaving me a 5 star rating and review.

Have you thought about creating continuing education as a side income? Are you working on ways to diversify your income with courses? Perhaps you want less time in the therapy chair and more time using your other therapist skills? I totally get it, friend. I really love creating continuing education for a number of reasons but mainly I love paying it forward to the profession. Helping therapists gain the skills and knowledge they need to help their clients really lights me up!

In this episode, I want to share what I'm noticing in terms of CE trends and give you a couple of things to think on as you ponder if creating continuing education is your next step to time freedom. 

Plus, I also share some personal branding tips that will help you grow your visibility before you even create your continuing education course.

Be the first to know when my How to Create Your First Continuing Education Course is launched!

Learn more about Liz Wilcox and the Email Marketing Membership (affiliate link)

Grab a 20 minute consultation with me - for FREE!

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This week’s guest is Jenny Jansen, LISW-CP and Certified Adult Chair® Master Coach. In this episode she shares about her journey and how she made the leap from state agency employee to opening up her private practice plus so much more!

Jenny has always had a passion for helping and relating to others in vulnerable and meaningful ways, as she has walked through her own journey of healing and self-awareness. She truly believes we were never meant to do life alone, inspiring her to demonstrate unconditional acceptance and emotional safety for all she meets. She uses a unique blend of tools and techniques, both from her mental health and coaching background, to guide clients into a deeper understanding of themselves and how they relate to the world around them. She helps her clients cultivate radical self-awareness to help them connect to their inner knowing so they can create and manifest the life they desire. Jenny sees individual clients, couples, and families virtually on the local and international level. She currently lives in South Carolina with her dog, Abby. You can learn more about her at trueconsciousliving.com.

Listen to Jenny's interview on The Adult Chair Podcast with Michelle Chalfant: How to Work with and Tame the Inner Critic

Connect with Jenny:  www.trueconsciousliving.com 

Facebook: Conscious Living | Facebook

Instagram: Conscious Living, LLC (@trueconsciousliving)

Learn about The Adult Chair: www.theadultchair.com

Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp online therapy. Learn more.

Whatever platform you’re listening to this episode on, can you do me a favor and give me a 5 star rating? That helps get the show out there and I’d truly appreciate it if you took 20 seconds to do it! Thanks y’all!

Midlife blues got you down? I know the feeling because at 40 I went through a midlife crisis. And in this episode I'm sharing what I did to move through it.

This is a short episode yet it's full of tips and advice on how to cope with a midlife crisis so you can come out on the other side thriving and living your best life. 

Listen to the episode and to learn more about my services click HERE. 

Schedule your FREE 20-minute call with me HERE.

Listen to my interview with my Life Coach HERE.

Take the Is Your Work/Life Balance Out of Whack? Quiz HERE.

Dr. Stacia Alexander is a Licensed Professional Counselor - Supervisor boasting over 20 years of expertise in her field. She owns and operates a notable private group mental health practice, is a speaker, and is recognized for her commitment to her work with minorities to dispel stigmas associated with mental health. 

In this episode of The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard, Dr. Alexander discusses her new book, 10 Things I Wish I’d Known About Mental Health in College and how we can help young adults thrive during their college years.

Learn more about Dr. Stacia Alexander:

Book, workbook, journal plus more:: My College Mental Health

Website:: Stacia Alexander

IG:: https://www.instagram.com/drstaciaalexander/

FB:: https://www.facebook.com/stacia.henderson

Need continuing education contact hours? Then be sure to check out my Podcourses. Plus I’m giving you your first one for FREE! Head to my site and sign up for a free podcourse. I’ll email you a code you can enter at checkout to get your first podcourse at no charge. Listen anytime, anywhere and when you’re ready, purchase the course, take the self study quiz, pass it, and download your certificate of completion. It’s simple yet if you have any questions, please get in touch. Mustard Consulting LLC is a NBCC approved provider. 

Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp online therapy. Learn more.

Liz Wilcox is often called the Fresh Princess of Email Marketing. Along with knowing late 90s pop culture trivia (she is probably the biggest NSYNC fan I know), she knows a lot about two things: 1) how to write a newsletter real quick 2) how to get people on your list to buy your stuff.

In this episode, I talk with Liz about why therapists should have an email list, how our profession sets us up to be amazing at email marketing, if we choose to be, plus she gives us great tips and ideas on how to get started on creating the list. Plus, she also shares her email marketing strategy with us

It’s such a great episode and we hope you enjoy and find value!

Click on these links to learn more about Liz and to see her product offerings:

Liz’s website. 

Learn about all of Liz’s products here. 

Join her Email Marketing Membership for $9.

Grab her Email Marketing Swipe Files for FREE!

(If you choose to purchase her products, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.)

Connect with Liz on IG and FB.

Let me ask you a question - how’s your work life balance going? Are you able to separate and compartmentalize so that you can enjoy your friends and family without worrying about work? Or perhaps you’re not able to get your work done because you are struggling with your personal life?  Find out by taking my new quiz - how is your work life balance? Find it here. In just a few questions you’ll find out where you stand plus you’ll get my best advice and tips on how to balance it all better! That’s www.lisamustard.com/quiz.

Need continuing education contact hours? Then be sure to check out my Podcourses. Plus I’m giving you your first one for FREE! Head to my site and sign up for a free podcourse. I’ll email you a code you can enter at checkout to get your first podcourse at no charge. Listen anytime, anywhere and when you’re ready, purchase the course, take the self study quiz, pass it, and download your certificate of completion. It’s simple yet if you have any questions, please get in touch. Mustard Consulting LLC is a NBCC approved provider. 

Take my What Type of Podcast Should You Create Quiz. 

Join the Podcaster Lounge here!

Wondering if starting a podcast is for you? In this episode, I’m discussing the different reasons people start podcasts. And if you’ve ever thought about starting a podcast to grow your business, now is the time to do so. 

Want more episodes on podcasting? Listen to these past shows:

76 Grow Your Practice Through Podcasting With Dr. Liz Bonet - LisaMustard.com

88 Start a Podcast for $100 with Chelsea Weaver - LisaMustard.com

How to Start a Podcast Episode 28 - LisaMustard.com

Need continuing education contact hours? Then be sure to check out my Podcourses. Plus I’m giving you your first one for FREE! Head to my site and sign up for a free podcourse. I’ll email you a code you can enter at checkout to get your first podcourse at no charge. Listen anytime, anywhere and when you’re ready, purchase the course, take the self study quiz, pass it, and download your certificate of completion. It’s simple yet if you have any questions, please get in touch. Mustard Consulting LLC is a NBCC approved provider. 

Take my What Type of Podcast Should You Create Quiz. 

Join the Podcaster Lounge here!

Should you create a lead magnet? My answer is always yes! But which one is best for you to create? In this episode I discuss different types of lead magnets and what’s working for me. Plus great news! You can now register as a Telehealth Provider in South Carolina. 

Get 1 FREE NBCC contact hour here. 

Take the What’s Your Activewear Personality Quiz here. 

See the items I mention in the episode - the work flow pants in black and khaki. Be sure to take my Activewear Personality Quiz to get a free gift from me on your first order. 

🧠 Get my Coping with Political Stress Ebook and Peaceful Politics AI Guide 

🗣 Therapist Conversation Framework: Politics in Session A printable PDF with 97 questions to navigate political talk in therapy—without taking sides.

💬 Solution-Focused Therapy Guide
72 questions + prompts to help adult clients clarify goals and move forward using SFT.

If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings. Plus, get your first Podcourse half off.

Check out all my Counselor Resources. 

🫐Sponsored by Berries: Use code TherapyShow50 for $50 off your first month - CLICK HERE.🫐

In this episode, I sit down with a pioneering guest, Soad Tabrizi, LMFT, who has revolutionized the way therapists and clients connect through the creation of niche directories. This episode dives into the inception of SimpliWell.org and ConservativeCounselors.com, platforms designed to cater to holistic practitioners and those with conservative values, respectively. Soad shares her personal journey, the challenges faced, and the impact these directories have on the mental health community.

This episode highlights the importance of recognizing and respecting the diverse values and beliefs in the therapy process. Soad’s innovative approach to creating spaces where both therapists and clients can find their ideal matches based on shared principles is a testament to the evolving landscape of mental health care. Whether you're a therapist looking to expand your reach or a client in search of guidance that resonates with your values, this episode offers valuable insights into making the therapeutic experience as enriching and effective as possible.

What You'll Learn:

• The inspiration behind creating SimpliWell.org and ConservativeCounselors.com.
• The importance of aligning therapy with personal values and beliefs.
• The challenges of navigating therapy practices in a polarized society.
• Strategies for therapists to incorporate their values into their practice without alienating clients.
• The role of niche directories in facilitating better therapist-client matches.
• Insights into the future of therapy directories and how they can enhance the therapeutic experience.

Resources Mentioned:

SimplyWell Directory: Practitioner Directory - Find Practitioners - Simpli Well

ConservativeCounselors.com

Coupon Code for SimpliWell.org: MUSTARD (get two months free)

Connect with Soad:

Website: Soad Tabrizi | Holistic Mental Health Therapy

Instagram: Simpli Well (@simpli.well) • Instagram photos and videos

Please remember that The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.

Thank you for tuning into The Therapy Show. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform to never miss an episode.

 

 

Fresh new content is here y'all! It’s been a busy month as we’ve traveled some plus keeping up with our girls' summer activities so I took a little bit of time off but I'm back and I’m talking with Dr. Seth Scott, Associate Professor of Clinical Counseling at Columbia International University. 

You may remember my interview and podcourse with him titled Your Focus Determines Your Direction which is episode 55 of the podcast. If you haven’t listened to that episode, I highly recommend it as it’s a great reminder of where we focus our attention and is it serving us? Plus, you can get 1 NBCC contact hour when you access the podcourse - and if you didn’t know you can get your first podcourse for free by signing up on my site.

In this episode we are talking about what a Christian Counselor is and how Christianity fits into counseling sessions. We also talk about why it’s important to know your worldview as a counselor and as a human, how our worldview frames our views as counselors, why self awareness is key in our profession, what a Christian counseling session looks like, plus Dr. Scott shares information about Columbia International University’s Clinical Counseling program and how their graduate students are trained. 

About Seth L. Scott, PhD, NCC, LPC, LPC-S:
Dr. Scott joined the Graduate Counseling Program faculty of Columbia International University in 2019 as an Associate Professor. He teaches primarily in the Clinical Counseling program in areas of research and practice and is an active member and participant of the Christian Association for Psychological Studies (CAPS) and American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC). Seth has multiple publications and presentations exploring issues of professional identity and the process of integration in Christian counseling. He also maintains a private practice, Sunrise Counseling, for both clinical work and supervision in the community. Before joining CIU, he was a Professor of Counseling Psychology at Emmaus Bible College in Dubuque, Iowa from 2012-2019. Seth’s wife, Jen, runs her own small business as a full-time potter, Sunset Studio Pottery, and their children, Suzie and Caleb, are both middle school students at Ben Lippen School in Columbia. You can learn more about Dr Scott here.

Books mentioned and those to consider in regards to topic (affiliate links):

The Universe Next Door by James W. Sire

Naming the Elephant by James W. Sire 

Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy: A Therapist's Guide, 2nd Edition (The Practical Therapist) by Albert Ellis

Overcoming Destructive Beliefs, Feelings, and Behaviors: New Directions for Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy by Albert Ellis

The Practice of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy by Albert Ellis

Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (Theories of Psychotherapy Series®) by Albert Ellis

Find a Christian Counselor:

American Association of Christian Counselors

Focus on the Family Directory

Christian Association for Psychological Studies directory 

South Carolina Christian Counselors Association 

Psychology Today (type in your zip code or city, state, then you can filter the results by selecting Christian Counseling)

Episode produced by Chelsea Weaver: https://linktr.ee/chelseaweaverpodcasting

Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp online therapy. Learn more.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This week I have another encore episode for you. One of the reasons I wanted to re-release this episode is because so many of you are ready to pivot your skill sets and do new things. (Yes, I stalk the 50,876 Therapist facebook groups and know this is a hot topic!) And Nicole Liloia does such a great job of sharing how to spend less time in the therapy chair and more time creating additional streams of income.

Before we dive into this encore episode, it’s summer and life is busy over here in the Mustard household that’s why i’m bringing you these encore episodes. They are some of my most listened to episodes plus I just happen to really dig the topics. But don’t worry, I'm working on new content and interviews that will come out soon.

Also if you’re a group practice owner and you want to attract new clinicians to your practice with extra special perks - one thing to consider is offering them free continuing education credits. I can help you create and administer niche specific content that your clinicians will love. To learn more about my services, send me an email to hello at lisa mustard dot com or message me on social media and we can set up a time to chat about your continuing education needs. 

Let me tell you about this week’s episode! 

Nicole Liloia is a Business Coach & Strategist, who works with women entrepreneurs to help take charge of their business, money, and life so they can achieve bigger profits and even bigger impact.

She knows that running a business can get complicated when you’re doing it on your own, but she’s here to help you simplify things so you can reach your goals faster without burning out.

If you’re anything like me, you may doubt yourself and what you’re doing from time to time but Nicole knows you were made for this and she’s excited to help you expand to the next level of your journey.

And in this episode she gives tips and advice on how to go from idea to implementation. She talks all about developing relationships, creating email lists, building your audience, group coaching, online courses, and much more. I learned so much from our talk and hope you do too! 

Grab Nicole’s Multiple Income Stream Guide for Therapists: 10 Ways to Make More Money here: nicoleliloia.com/lisa

Learn more about Nicole: https://nicoleliloia.com/

Be sure to sign up for a free NBCC continuing education contact hour. Just head to my site, enter your email and you’ll be emailed a coupon code that gets you 1 free contact hour. You can choose from any of my 9 podcourses. 

This episode is brought to you by my favorite activewear line, Zyia Active. 

Want to be more comfortable while sitting on the couch? I sure did and I went looking for pants and tops that were soft, wrinkle resistant and would match just about anything I already had in my closet. And now Zyia Active makes up about 80% of my wardrobe. Want to learn more? Head to lisamustard.com/active-wear. Don’t think this is just for women, they have mens’ and kids’ clothes too. Our family is loving the quality and I love the price tags! So head over to my site to check it out.

It’s the middle of summer and we have so much going on! I decided to take my own summer break for a couple of weeks. Instead of bringing you new content I'm bringing back a handful of my most listened to episodes. But don’t worry, I'm working on new interviews that will come out at the end of July and into August.

Before we dive into this encore episode, be sure to sign up for a free NBCC continuing education contact hour. Just head to my site, enter your email and you’ll be emailed a coupon code that gets you 1 free contact hour. You can choose from any of my 9 podcourses. 

And if you are a group practice owner and you want to offer continuing education for your employees, let’s chat. I’m offering continuing education course creation services that can address your practice’s specific niche and needs. Send me an email, hello@lisamustard.com so we can chat about what I offer and how I can help you. 

About this encore episode:

Have you thought about creating a group therapy practice? What about an Online group practice? If so then I think you’ll enjoy this episode. It originally came out in 2020 but the information shared is still relevant today! 

Dr. Lisa Lovelace shares how she got started with an online group therapy practice, what her practice looks like and how she now helps others create and grow their online group therapy practices. 

She is the founder and owner of Synergy eTherapy, which is an online mental health counseling website where you can choose from one of their highly-skilled, independent mental health and addiction therapists who offer high-quality, professional counseling on the go, on your time! 

Lisa had an idea for an online practice back in 2012 and decided to go for it. She is a pioneer in the online practice world and in today's episode she shares how she got started, resources for getting going with online therapy, the pros and cons of online therapy, and tips for marketing your practice.

Be sure to connect with Lisa if you want to learn more about her online practice. Connect with her on Facebook.

We hope you enjoy this episode!

This episode is sponsored by my favorite activewear brand. Want to be more comfortable while sitting on the therapist couch? I sure did and went looking for athleisure wear and activewear that was soft, wrinkle resistant and would match just about anything I already had in my closet. I wanted stylish and high-quality apparel that wouldn't break my bank account. And now Zyia Active makes up about 80% of my wardrobe. Want to learn more? Head to lisamustard.com/active-wear. Don’t think this is just for women, they have men’s and kids’ clothes too. Our family is loving the styles and quality while I love the price tags! So, head over to my site to check it out. ZYIA is available in the US, Canada and Australia. My current faves for work: the everywhere pants and peak joggers. and parallel tanks. And I love these black leggings for any type of workout. 

I am an affiliate and receive a commission if you decide to purchase from the above links. 

Looking for ways to attract new customers to your business? Look no further! Pinterest may just be what you are needing. In this episode, I chat with Kate Ahl of Simple Pin Media and she shares how to use Pinterest to acquire new customers plus she gives some great tips on best practices when it comes to using Pinterest to market your business. 

This episode is great for therapists who are wanting to grow their private practices and for therapists who want to sell online courses, ebooks, physical products and more. Listen in to hear practical tips you can implement today that will help you reach more people. 

Learn about Kate and Simple Pin Media: https://www.simplepinmedia.com/

Pinterest Agency Pro training: https://www.kateahl.com/pinterest-agency-pro/

Simple Pin Podcast: https://www.simplepinmedia.com/simple-pin-podcast/

Are you ready to start your podcast and want a little support and help? Join the Podcaster Lounge and connect with other budding podcasters. Monthly meetups with Lisa and her team to answer your questions on anything podcast related!! We are looking forward to helping you start and grow your show!Join the Podcaster Lounge Community! Go here to sign up!

Episode produced by Chelsea Weaver: https://linktr.ee/chelseaweaverpodcasting

This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp.

I know there are a lot of uncertainties happening in the world right now. And when it comes to worrying about the future or even dwelling too long in the past, it can take a toll on your present day. It can affect your relationships, your work, your health habits and it can be a good idea to talk with a counselor to sort through your thoughts, feelings and actions. And if you’re thinking now is the time to get started with therapy, consider Betterhelp. Betterhelp provides affordable, private online counseling and will match you with a professional, licensed therapist. 

You can get therapy in four ways: Exchanging messages with your therapist, chatting live with your therapist, speaking over the phone with your therapist and video conferencing with your therapist

You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience. Betterhelp’s licensed therapists specialize in a wide range of issues, including anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, stress, depression and much more. Join over 2,800,000 people who decided to get help and get happy with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/lisamustard and get 10% off your first month.

I hope you enjoy this episode! If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a 5 star rating and review and don’t forget to subscribe to the show. Thank you!

This is a fun and exciting topic and I’m always up for sharing what’s working not just for me when it comes to marketing my offers but what’s working for others.

DISCLOSURE: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS AFFILIATE LINKS, MEANING I GET A COMMISSION IF YOU DECIDE TO MAKE A PURCHASE THROUGH MY LINKS, AT NO COST TO YOU. 

Hang out in any therapist facebook group and you’ll see the question - how are you marketing your courses, services, products, etc and is it working? Well, I guess we should define what ‘working’ means first. Working to me is this - are my marketing efforts giving me leads - are they generating new people onto my email marketing lists? Then the next part of defining working - are these leads buying what i’m offering? 

So if your efforts aren’t generating leads, then I'd say your marketing isn’t working. 

Now of course there are tons of ways to market what it is that you do and if you are just getting started with growing your private practice, I’m going to encourage you to listen to podcasters and bloggers that focus on just that. While I think you’ll get some good ideas from this episode, you’re probably best served by those who specialize in growing a practice. You can listen to episode 26 with Kate and Katie of the Private Practice Start Up where they chat about growing a business you love. There are so many clinicians out there who help with starting a private practice, it’s not hard to find information nowadays. 

This episode is more for those clinicians who might be considering coaching, offering a course, selling an ebook or book, promoting a product or perhaps you’re unsure. But you hear all the time that the money is in your email list so you are wanting to start one and I am here to say go for it! I wish I had started sooner!

Let’s talk about what’s working for me right now plus so many others out there. 

Here is my marketing funnel:

Create a Quiz, promote the quiz, leads join my email list and now I'm making sales. Currently I have 2 quizzes  - one titled what podcast should you create and the other is what is your activewear personality style?  

The questions I ask allow me to find out where my audience sits on these topics and then when I have their responses I can create emails that address the topics and issues they want more information on. 

It’s been a great way to both grow my list and then serve my audience in a more specific (and fun) way.

Create your quiz, yes you can promote it on your social media channels but I highly recommend putting some marketing dollars behind it and run ads too. Once they take your quiz, they are on your email list. You’ll want to set up your initial follow up email series so once someone takes your quiz they start receiving your emails. This initial email series is a way for you to greet them and start nurturing the relationship. 

I’m not an expert on email marketing but I have been at it for a few years and my best emails come when I’m working to nurture the relationship with my audience as well as serve them with valuable information. I used to dread emailing my list but since I've changed my approach I really look forward to crafting my emails and engaging with those on my list.

Now that I have my email list up and running and I’m nurturing the list and relationships, I make my offers. I’m not selling to them in each email - I’m offering a lot of free information and I'm also reminding them I have coaching packages too. 

I’ve learned that email marketing is part strategy, part engagement, another part consistency and a dash of fun. I had so many doubts about starting an email list but I’m so glad I started! 

Want to get a taste of what I’m talking about? You can take my quizzes here and here and see how I email my lists. Honestly I believe quizzes are a hidden secret for online marketing - don’t delay in getting yours going today.

I use Smart Quiz Builder which is a website plug in. There is a one time licensing fee cost (not a monthly fee like most quiz sites out there) and the quizzes are hosted on my website, not someone else’s. You can create all types of quizzes and it’s very easy to use. (This is coming from someone who’s afraid I will blow up my site if I hit the wrong button.) It’s very user friendly and has stunning templates that will allow you to create quizzes that stand out.

It’s been a gamechanger for growing my email lists. 

Ok so maybe now you’re considering creating a quiz to grow your email list. The sky’s the limit with what kinds of quizzes you can create. I recommend reverse engineering what you want to accomplish…want to offer coaching services? Want to sell your products? What type of quiz would help you get your ideal customer on your list? Create it and grow your email list!

If you love this marketing idea yet feel a little overwhelmed, I get it. Want to talk it over with someone who’s been in your shoes and has felt a little lost and confused on how to move forward with pivoting your skill set? Then book a free 20 minute consultation with me. Let’s talk and see if I can help you figure out which way to go with your ideas. Link to book the call is here.

I hope you enjoyed this episode! More to come on quiz creation and how to drive traffic to them on future episodes. 

Looking for an email marketing provider? I use Aweber. 

I hope you enjoy this episode! If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a 5 star rating and review and don’t forget to subscribe to the show.

Episode produced by Chelsea Weaver: https://linktr.ee/chelseaweaverpodcasting

This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp.

I know there are a lot of uncertainties happening in the world right now. And when it comes to worrying about the future or even dwelling too long in the past, it can take a toll on your present day. It can affect your relationships, your work, your health habits and it can be a good idea to talk with a counselor to sort through your thoughts, feelings and actions. And if you’re thinking now is the time to get started with therapy, consider Betterhelp. Betterhelp provides affordable, private online counseling and will match you with a professional, licensed therapist. 

You can get therapy in four ways:

• Exchanging messages with your therapist
• Chatting live with your therapist
• Speaking over the phone with your therapist
• Video conferencing with your therapist

You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience. Betterhelp’s licensed therapists specialize in a wide range of issues, including anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, stress, depression and much more. Join over 2,800,000 people who decided to get help and get happy with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/lisamustard and get 10% off your first month.

Starting a podcast can feel overwhelming and daunting. Plus you have a million questions about all the How Tos. Yet the pull to start your show and get recording is an itch you’re dying to scratch. That’s why this episode is so important. 

My podcast producer, Chelsea Weaver, is here to answer the question of how to get started when you have a small budget. She covers what you really need to start for under $100. Don’t delay, listen to this episode now and then book your free consultation call with me so we can craft your podcast formulation plan. 

Connect with Chelsea: https://linktr.ee/chelseaweaverpodcasting

Have you thought about creating a podcast to grow your business? You’ve thought about it many times but perhaps you get stuck on the technical stuff or maybe even what to talk about on your podcast? I totally understand as I’ve been there too! I’ve got good news for you - I’m offering podcast coaching. Let’s connect and get you started on upping your brand and rocking out your sales. Fill out this form to get started. 

This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp.

I know there are a lot of uncertainties happening in the world right now. And when it comes to worrying about the future or even dwelling too long in the past, it can take a toll on your present day. It can affect your relationships, your work, your health habits and it can be a good idea to talk with a counselor to sort through your thoughts, feelings and actions. And if you’re thinking now is the time to get started with therapy, consider Betterhelp. Betterhelp provides affordable, private online counseling and will match you with a professional, licensed therapist. 

You can get therapy in four ways:

• Exchanging messages with your therapist
• Chatting live with your therapist
• Speaking over the phone with your therapist
• Video conferencing with your therapist

You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience. Betterhelp’s licensed therapists specialize in a wide range of issues, including anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, stress, depression and much more. Join over 2,800,000 people who decided to get help and get happy with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/lisamustard and get 10% off your first month.

Get a FREE continuing education credit with any of my podcourses (NBCC approved). Learn more on my here. 

Take my What Type Of Podcast Should You Create Quiz Here!

We hope you enjoy this episode! If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving me a 5 star rating and review and don’t forget to subscribe to the show.

Gas prices are up! Groceries are up! The cost of goods and services are also up! So how do you stretch your dollar during times like these? 

There are countless tips out there on the internet and I’m grateful for the information. And in this episode, I’ve compiled my best tips for saving money at the grocery store as well as scoured the internet for more tips and ideas on how to save.  I know I don’t cover everything so feel free to send me an email or DM on IG if you’d like to offer your best tips. We can pool our knowledge to help more people. 

The Grit Cookbook: https://shoptedsandthegrit.bigcartel.com/product/the-grit-cookbook

This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp.

I know there are a lot of uncertainties happening in the world right now. 

And when it comes to worrying about the future or even dwelling too long in the past, it can take a toll on your present day..it can affect your relationships, your work, your health habits  and it can be a good idea to talk with a counselor to sort through your thoughts, feelings and actions. And if you’re thinking now is the time to get started with therapy, consider Betterhelp. Betterhelp provides affordable, private online counseling and will match you with a professional, licensed therapist. 

You can get therapy in four ways:

• Exchanging messages with your therapist
• Chatting live with your therapist
• Speaking over the phone with your therapist
• Video conferencing with your therapist

You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience. Betterhelp’s licensed therapists specialize in a wide range of issues, including anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, stress, depression and much more. Join over 2,800,000 people who decided to get help and get happy with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/lisamustard and get 10% off your first month.

Get a FREE continuing education credit with any of my podcourses (NBCC approved). Learn more on my website. 

Have you thought about creating a podcast to grow your business? You’ve thought about it many times but perhaps you get stuck on the technical stuff or maybe even what to talk about on your podcast? I totally understand as I’ve been there too! I’ve got good news for you - I’m offering podcast coaching. Let’s connect and get you started on upping your brand and rocking out your sales. Fill out this form to get started. 

Scott A. Cook, M.D., M.P.H. is a physician, businessman, and international lecturer who grew up in Pittsburgh. He is a previous ER Physician & shareholder partner in Med Express Urgent Care. Currently, Dr. Cook is Medical Director & Chief Medical Officer at Recovery Centers of America (RCA) & Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services (SPHS). His current clinical work is in the areas of Addiction Medicine & Behavioral Health.

Dr Cook lectures on Substance Use Disorders (SUD), mental health, avoiding professional burnout, and creating world-class corporate cultures. An avid traveler, Dr. Cook has visited more than 50 countries and lectured in many. He is currently attending Harvard Medical School for a Certificate in Global Health Leadership.

Plus he has a book coming out soon and a podcast - all about burnout. You can connect with him on LinkedIn. 

Before we jump into the interview with Dr. Cook, I interviewed our 11 year old daughter on what it’s like to finish 5th grade and move on to middle school. 

We hope you enjoy the episode!

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. 

Are you experiencing anxiety? Struggling with symptoms of depression? Having trouble sleeping? Perhaps you’re dealing with relationship issues?  If this sounds like you, consider checking out Betterhelp. Betterhelp provides affordable, private online counseling and will match you with a professional, licensed therapist. 

You can get therapy in four ways: Exchanging messages with your therapist, chatting live with your therapist, speaking over the phone with your therapist, and video conferencing with your therapist.

You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience. Betterhelp’s licensed therapists specialize in a wide range of issues, including anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, stress, depression and much more. Join over 2,800,000 people who decided to get help and get happy with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/lisamustard and get 10% off your first month.

Get a FREE continuing education credit with any of my podcourses (NBCC approved). Learn more on my website. 

Learn about Continuing Education opportunities with Recovery Centers of America: RCA Academy – Addiction and Mental Health Continuing Education from RCA Academy

If you’re enjoying the show please consider giving me a 5 star rating and review on your preferred podcast player. Thank you!

In this episode I give an update on the podcast and how I’m pivoting the show moving forward.  If you’ve ever thought about starting a podcast to grow your practice, your brand, your income outside of the therapy room, let’s chat about it. 

Go here to schedule a time with me so we can get you moving toward your goals.

Plus learn about my new podcast here. 

Go here to listen to How To Start a Podcast- Part one. 

Thank you for being a valued listener! I appreciate everyone who has reached out and I am thankful for you.

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. 

Are you experiencing anxiety? Struggling with symptoms of depression? Having trouble sleeping? Perhaps you’re dealing with relationship issues?  If this sounds like you, consider checking out Betterhelp. Betterhelp provides affordable, private online counseling and will match you with a professional, licensed therapist. 

You can get therapy in four ways:

• Exchanging messages with your therapist
• Chatting live with your therapist
• Speaking over the phone with your therapist
• Video conferencing with your therapist

You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience. Betterhelp’s licensed therapists specialize in a wide range of issues, including anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, stress, depression and much more. Join over 2,800,000 people who decided to get help and get happy with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/lisamustard and get 10% off your first month.

Hey friends, I have some news! I’ve expanded my services and offerings under the The Therapy Show umbrella and am helping therapists escape burnout! How do you ask? Well the details are coming out in my next episode but I’ll spill the tea a little bit right now. How do I help you with your burnout? Well many of you are sharing with me that you’d like to cut back on the hours you are seeing clients and spend more time selling your products. But you don’t know how to really make that happen.

Now I’ve been there and know this feeling well and I had to make the decision on how to handle it..and you all know one of the ways I handled it was to put my energy and time into creating this podcast and ultimately from the podcast, a passive income stream.

But I did it backwards. I created the podcast first with really no clear path to monetization. Instead I should have known what my passive income product was going to be first, create that product first and then base my podcast around that product!

Think about that. Having a podcast that specifically drives traffic to your passive income products. A podcast that is evergreen and found by new listeners day after day. Those listeners then head to your website to learn more about your courses or services. 

Would you be excited about that? New ears finding you every day? New customers purchasing your books, your courses, your webinars..whatever it is you are selling. 

Podcasting is a perfect way to market your products. Let’s face it, that's usually the number one reason why people want to come onto my show. To pitch to my audience.

Well, let's create your own podcast where you are the expert, you share the value, you share the advice and help. Then from there they head to your website to purchase your products.

Stop trying to get on other peoples podcasts and create your own. And that’s what I’m going to teach you very soon. So stay tuned!

Christian Jackson is a trauma specialist who works with women who are feeling a lot like she once was: overwhelmed, lost, and full of pride. You will learn practical ways to snap out of the haze of existing and begin learning and using tools to slow down the racing thoughts, get better sleep, examine unhealthy habits, reevaluate your relationships, and set boundaries

She is the author of Daddy Issues: How to Detangle from the Sins of Our Fathers and Daddy Issues: How to Detangle From the Sins of Our Fathers Workbook & Journal. She also has a course called, The Grace Academy: Learn the blueprint to healing from relationship traumas. Plus her podcast is coming out soon.

She is also a wife and mom with a busy and booming private practice here in Columbia SC.

In this episode Christian chats about how she discovered her niche, what daddy issues are and how she serves her audience with value, advice and her expertise. 

We hope you enjoy this episode!

Connect with Christian:

Website: https://www.couchwithchristian.com/

Course: https://couchwithchristian.thinkific.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couchwithchristian/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/couchwithchristian

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5VmJFkyjh1zBiGy4vAWCHA

Need continuing education contact hours? If so, I got you! 

I have 9 Podcourses available for your listening and learning pleasure! You can find them on my site and get your first one FREE! (And did you know I’m a NBCC approved provider?) 

I’ve made it my mission to provide you with continuing education that fits your busy lifestyle. No more having to sit in front of a computer to obtain your contact hours. You can listen to the Podcourses in between sessions, on your commute, while you walk your dog or make dinner!

Just head to my site to check them all out. 

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. 

Are you experiencing anxiety? Struggling with symptoms of depression? Having trouble sleeping? Perhaps you’re dealing with relationship issues?  If this sounds like you, consider checking out Betterhelp. Betterhelp provides affordable, private online counseling and will match you with a professional, licensed therapist. 

You can get therapy in four ways:

• Exchanging messages with your therapist
• Chatting live with your therapist
• Speaking over the phone with your therapist
• Video conferencing with your therapist

You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience. Betterhelp’s licensed therapists specialize in a wide range of issues, including anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, stress, depression and much more. Join over 2,800,000 people who decided to get help and get happy with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/lisamustard and get 10% off your first month.

In this episode, I’m joined by the insightful Aaron Potratz, a renowned therapist, life coach, and one-half of the dynamic duo behind the Shrink Think podcast. Together, we explore the transformative power of understanding your "why" and how it can guide you toward a more fulfilling life.

The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is sponsored by TherapyNotes! Why not find out what more than 100,000 mental health professionals already know, and try TherapyNotes for 2 months, absolutely free. Click here: www.lisamustard.com/therapynotes or enter promo code “Lisa” at www.TherapyNotes.com.

In This Episode, You'll Discover:

• The Importance of Your 'Why'
• Vision for Life
• Practical Steps for Change
• Overcoming Obstacles
• Aaron's Personal Journey
• Resources for Listeners

Key Quotes from the Episode:

"Understanding your 'why' is like having a compass in life; it helps you navigate through the toughest storms." - Aaron Potratz

"It's not just about setting goals; it's about aligning your entire lifestyle with what truly matters to you." - Lisa Mustard

Get Lisa's FREE guided meditations and hypnosis recordings here.

Connect with Aaron Potratz:

• Shrink Think Podcast
• Visit Aaron's Website

Learn about the Psychcraft network Home - PsychCraft Network

If you are ready to start your podcast or take your current podcast to the next level, the Psychcraft Network can help. Let's start the conversation - apply today! PsychCraft Podcast Network 

Need continuing education contact hours (approved by NBCC)?If so, then be sure to check out my Podcourses. Check out the other CE courses - Holistic Counseling Bundle, the Art of Breathwork and How to Resolve the Parent Trap!

Please remember that The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.

Connect with Lisa: Website, Email

Production Credits: Edited and engineered by Chelsea Weaver. For podcast editing services, visit http://chelseaweaverpodcasting.com.

Thank you for tuning into The Therapy Show. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform to never miss an episode.

 

Have you taken the time to reflect on the lessons you learned in 2021 yet? Or are you still in go go hustle mode and have promised yourself you’ll take that time over the holidays? Because I’m usually the one who doesn’t do much reflecting until I’m sitting on the beach and looking at the ocean and then the tears come - mainly happy tears of WOW we made it through the year and look at what we’ve accomplished! But sometimes the tears are for the fact that I still haven’t reached some of my goals. Goals I made at the beginning of the year somehow got buried under other priorities or kicked to the side because they felt too big and scary. Well, I promised myself this end of year reflection was going to be different. Instead of realizing what I didn’t accomplish and being frustrated with myself, I’m making a plan for moving forward and getting crystal clear on what I need to do to reach those goals. And in this episode, I’m sharing lessons I learned in 2021 and how I plan to take action on going after those dreams.

We just returned from our annual family Christmas trip to Edisto Beach, South Carolina. We had such a fun time. The weather was perfect, and we did a lot of fishing. I actually caught fish this year. I have been listening to Neville Goddard’s talks on manifesting. I was telling Billy about how to manifest what you desire, and I kid you not I reeled in 2 fish after I stated my manifestation to the universe. Now I don’t know if that’s too woo woo for you, but it worked!

Ok so let’s get into this episode. Truth be told these lessons have more to do with my personal life than the podcast however they affect the podcast and my vision for moving forward.

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So let me just dive right on in and share lesson #1. I can’t do all the things I want to do and be successful. This is something my husband has been telling me for pretty much all of 2021. I have many many irons in the fire - being a mom, being a wife, my job, the podcast, activewear business, creating continuing education, life coach, professional interviewer - just listing them out has me feeling overwhelmed but also excited. The problem is that I love each one of these roles and it’s hard for me to choose where to put my focus and energy some days. Don’t get me wrong, my family always comes first yet that’s where things start to get even more overwhelming. Our girls started playing club volleyball this year which means they each practice 2 days a week and I'm the main chauffeur around here. So, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday I’m taking them to and from practice. Some days I am able to sit and get work done but I really love watching them practice so more often than not, I get nothing done. 

Here’s why this is a lesson. My highest priority is my family. For me to feel successful in focusing on my family, that means less time to focus on other things, like creating continuing education. It also means less time on social media, which I really don’t mind giving up, but that’s where I do the majority of my networking and connecting. When I put my family first, I feel successful. One of the reasons this is so important to me is because when I was a kid, my family life was a lot different than the one I've created with my husband. My parents were divorced, and my mom was our main caretaker and many evenings we were on our own while she was in grad school. When you’re a kid that’s a big deal to not have your mom around, right? We were pretty good kids and didn’t get into much trouble and she had us surrounded by people who loved us. Yet I knew that if I had kids, I would be there for them more than my mom was able to. I’m not a helicopter parent, I've seen the issues that come from being one of those, but I am accessible to our girls when they need me. And that to me is success. 

What does this lesson mean for 2022? I’m unsure. However, I know it means less irons in the fire. So, stay tuned, you know I'll keep you posted.

Lesson #2. Self-care is critical but it’s hard to do. Raise your hand if you’ve discussed self-care with your clients this year? Ok now raise your other hand if you’ve put your own self-care on the back burner. Because I've got both up and I’m waving them wildly! Over the summer I realized I had to get more intentional with my self care. The first thing I did was take Facebook off my phone. That was a self-care gift I didn't know I needed until I did it. I do love connecting and networking with friends and peers, but that algorithm is just too much. I finally realized that it wasn’t good for my mood or energy. So, I just deleted it one day. Poof. Gone. I’ve also cut back on the amount of news I take in too. I also started walking. I sit so much, and my body was starting to revolt. My tight hips and hamstrings were constantly barking at me. One day I just went for a walk, and it was an instant mood and energy boost. Yes, I’ve added a stretching routine too. Speaking of exercise, I get asked a lot about what I do for workouts. I lift weights 3-4 days a week and I walk. Here’s the workout plan I follow if you’re curious. 

Self-care also means eating nutritious foods and taking my vitamins. Staying away from processed foods and sugar means I’ll sleep better, have more energy plus my skin glows when I eat whole foods. Speaking of glowing skin and energy, here’s my current favorite breakfast - unsweetened almond milk, vanilla protein powder, mixed frozen berries, banana, coconut oil and frozen spinach or kale, a few ice cubes and blend it up. Fills me up for hours and helps me reach my nutrition goals.  I’ve also been sticking to a sleep schedule and less time watching netflix during the week before going to bed. Sticking to my sleep schedule means sticking to my wake-up time. I get up by 5am and either get a workout in or work on the podcast. I find the early am hours to be my best time to focus and create podcast content. I love getting up early and getting stuff done, it helps me get a jump start on my day and I check things off the list. Plus, it’s super quiet in the house. I’m really liking the self-care schedule I have set up right now. Other things I do for my self-care: I get a facial every month, I limit my alcohol consumption to 1-2 adult beverages a week, drink my water, keep my boundaries in check, say no to things.

The 3rd Lesson. I’m not everyone’s cup of tea and that’s ok. This is an idea that in the past I would say yet didn’t truly understand the full meaning of it until this year. What changed? 2020 happened and we had to make decisions for ourselves and kids that not everyone agreed with. My people pleasing ways would come out and I’d bend over backwards to explain our decisions to others. I would find myself worked up and emotionally flooded and I'd start to second guess my values, ideas and beliefs. Whoa. This is not the person I’ve worked hard to become. It’s ok we’re different. It’s ok that not everyone is going to like me. This year made me realize that I have to stop hiding myself because there are people out there who get me and want to be a part of my life and my community.

I asked a few people in my community what 2021 taught them and here is what they shared:

Damien Hatfield, Owner of RA Martial Arts in the UK shared: "I am not an Island" I have an amazing team and I need to allow them to help. Nature of a control freak I'm afraid. 

Yes! I love this! Damien, thank you for sharing. Working so much in the details of your business may not allow you to use your skills to grow the business. Delegate the tasks that keep you from reaching your business goals. 

Tosha Rollins of the Autism in Action Podcast said her goal for 2022 is to simplify and streamline and put herself first to increase successful outcomes. I’m excited for her! I wonder what this will look like for her. Maybe it’s setting up new systems. Perhaps it’s setting boundaries with her work? Self-care may be something she’s referring to as well. What we do know is that when we neglect our own needs, we just aren’t as productive or helpful for others. 

So, looking forward to 2022 here are a few things I’m committing to doing. First is to grow my business with less time on social media. We’ve been told over and over again that we must have a social media presence. But I am beginning to see that less is more. In the past I had been taught (and was teaching) that we had to post 3-5 times a day to get visible. I’m here to bust that myth and also apologize to everyone I said that too! Yes, it’s important but we don’t need to be a slave to sharing content to get seen. It’s more about creating valuable content that your audience wants to see. What does that mean for me? More podcasts and blogging and less time fighting the algorithms. 

Speaking of blogging, I have my blog up and running on my site. I’m planning to blog at least once a week and I’ll cover a variety of things so be sure to check it out. 

I’ll also be doing more solo episodes. Don’t worry I’ll still be interviewing therapists and other helping professionals; I’ll just be spending some more time teaching what I’m learning about growing my business and podcast. 

So, what are your biggest lessons from 2021? And what are you looking forward to in 2022? Send me a DM on Instagram or an email - I’d love to hear from you. 

Related podcasts and blog posts:

Creating a Self Care Plan for Your Practice and Life

How to Move Through Burnout and Compassion Fatigue With Sherry Collier

How To Avoid How To Avoid Burnout And Overwhelm

Beat Burnout While Working In Community Mental Health With Rose Skeeters

Therapist Self Care During A Pandemic: How are YOU doing?

Living In The Land Of Possibilities with Bill O'Hanlon

The Magic in Asking the Right Questions With Bill Mayer

Your Focus Determines Your Direction with Dr. Seth Scott

Building Resilience - The Stoic Way With William B. Irvine

The Best Tips For Starting A Side Gig With Melvin Varghese PhD

Energize Your Work & Office With Feng Shui With Patricia Lohan

Psychedelics, Burnout & Pivoting Your Skill Set with Dr. Steve Thayer

Side Gigs For Therapists That Have Nothing To Do With Therapy With Lisa Mustard

Stuck In a Therapist Rut? Feeling burnt out? Unfulfilled? Are you a therapist who is thinking about leaving the field? Or maybe you’re unsure what your next gig needs to be? I may be able to help. Work with me one on one. Schedule a free consultation here. 

Need continuing education contact hours? If so, I got you! 

I have 9 Podcourses available for your listening and learning pleasure! You can find them on my site and get your first one FREE! (And did you know I’m a NBCC approved provider?) 

I’ve made it my mission to provide you with continuing education that fits your busy lifestyle. No more having to sit in front of a computer to obtain your contact hours. You can listen to the Podcourses in between sessions, on your commute, while you walk your dog or make dinner!

Just head to my site to check them all out. 

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Why a side gig to begin with?

1. Want an extra stream of income.
2. Want to pursue other passions/interests.
3. Feeling burnt out and wanting to test the waters of what else is out there.

I truly love what I do in my day job, however at times I get burnt out and need to switch gears to challenge myself and use other parts of my brain to keep things fresh and interesting.

I have 2 stipulations for side gigs. I need to be able to do the gig anywhere and it can’t interfere with my family time.

Why those 2 things? When I was truly burnt out a few years ago, I finally realized that to stay in a healthier mind set I had to get real about my priorities and values. After a lot of exploration with my life coach, 2 main themes or values emerged: family first or focus and time freedom.

By the way, if you're struggling with burn out and want to explore the reasons behind it, I may be able to help you. My life coaching is geared towards helping you live your best life and that means getting crystal clear on how congruent you are living out your highest values. Some people don’t even know what their values are. If that’s you, let’s connect and see if I'm a fit to help you. Schedule a free consultation here. 

I went on the hunt once for the best side gigs for me now that I knew what I needed in terms of lifestyle. I knew the gigs would appear now that I had my values on the forefront of my mind.

The first gig I tried was a part time therapist with an online counseling service. I know I said this was going to be about not doing therapy as a side gig but stay with me as there’s more to it.

I started taking clients on an online counseling platform in the summer of 2018. I was booked up quickly. I really enjoyed the work and the variety of issues I was working with was really cool and at one point I even thought about moving to full time with them, however that’s when I started to come up with the therapy show idea.

As much as I liked the online counseling, I couldn’t keep it up if I wanted to start the podcast, but before I left, I knew I needed another source of income to help pay for the podcast.

So, I went looking! Enter interest and passion #1 - fitness! 

I love working out and of course to do so, I need activewear. I interviewed at a retail store, and it was a no go because of my values, family and time freedom. As much as I wanted to say YES, I ended up turning it down. 

But the seed was planted so I got on google and on page 3 or 4 of my search I came across the idea to be a brand rep. I was instantly intrigued and started to do my research and a few days later I signed up and began my home based activewear business. 

What else gets you excited? Makeup, jewelry, organic healthy household items, health and wellness supplements, books - are there opportunities out there for you to rep a brand and earn some side money? 

Yes, a lot of these opportunities are direct sales models yet there are plenty of affiliate opportunities out there as well. Before you go poo pooing on these models realize that they are legitimate and can be very lucrative if you have the right mindset and a work ethic. Consistency and perseverance are needed to be successful in these gigs. 

I love and live in leggings so it’s an easy yes for me. People are always asking me where I get my leggings (or tank top or jacket or joggers) from and all I do is refer them to my website. 

Here's another side gig that I've found to be fun and a way to use the creative side of my brain - Tales.com.

Tales is a company that interviews your loved ones and delivers a professionally produced, private podcast episode so you'll have their stories forever.

This has been the perfect side gig for me. I love talking with people and hearing their stories, love asking questions and going deeper, love building relationships and giving space for others to share, and I love that family members have their own private podcast. I wish Tales had been around when my grandparents were still here.

Why do I love tales? Checks both boxes of family first and time freedom. Tales work around my schedule in setting up the interviews. Once I give them my schedule for the week, they set up the interviews which last about 35-40 minutes. Will you get rich off of tales? Probably not but you will love this gig if you love people and building relationships.  And working with tales has made me a better therapist, storyteller, listener and human. 

I mentioned you may not get rich off of being a tales interviewer but what if it opened up other doors and opportunities for you? Think about that for a little bit - other solutions and possibilities may appear for you. I love that mindset and it’s my default these days.

The cool part is that Tales is hiring!

Here's a short description of the interviewer position:

Tales.com is looking for part-time podcast interviewers to speak with our customers about a subject of their choice - most often about their life stories.

Interviewers are matched with our customers to conduct remote interviews that are generally 30-35 minutes in length over the phone or over Zoom.

Ideal interviewers embody the below characteristics:

- Good listener

- Empathetic and non-judgmental

- Curious about other people – even those they’ve never met

- Have a feel for storytelling and how to guide guests through an interview in a way that makes sense (our pre-interview questionnaire we send to our guests helps facilitate this)

- Bonus points if you have experience interviewing others or a background in audio storytelling

Interviewers must have their own professional-grade audio equipment and have familiarity with Zoom. 

If you’re a podcaster, this could be a natural fit for you. And if you’re not a podcaster, you’ve already got the skills as a therapist.

Email Spencer to learn more - s (at) tales (dot) com. S@tales.com

Another side gig that is interesting is Upwork. Upwork is the world's largest freelance talent marketplace. Their vision is to connect businesses with great talent faster than ever before.

I have found some cool and interesting side gigs on Upwork:

Blog writer

Social media coordinator

Content creator

Narrator

Editor

Life coach

Website creator/developer

Researcher

And much more

Yes, you need some specialized skills for these positions however they are also looking for entry level freelancers. Once you set up your profile it’s possible you will get invitations to apply for freelance positions. I've received requests to submit proposals for relationship coach, writer, reviewer mental health information for accuracy, just to name a few.

There are other freelance marketplaces out there, but I don’t know much about them. An internet search is all you need to find out what other sites are out there. 

So, these are my favorite side gigs I've found so far. Others I've considered, dog walker (I love to get my steps in) there’s a site -https://wagwalking.com/dog-walker that you can check out. Hanging out with dogs and walking are 2 of my favorite things.

Personal trainer/group fitness instructor. I've thought about these over the years and even thought about being an online trainer. Nowadays you can write programs or do virtual workout sessions. If you love fitness and health, this could be a great fit for you. You definitely will need and want specialized training.

Of course, there are the go-tos that therapists often consider when they are looking for a side gig that takes them away from their clinical roles yet still allows them to use specialized skills - coaching, course creator, consultant. While I love these side gigs as options, you may need a guide or mentor to help you get these gigs off the ground. Not everyone needs a mentor to figure out the coaching, course creating and consulting worlds, but it does shorten your learning curve and saves you valuable time. There are plenty of coaches out there who can help you, even therapists turned coaches who offer programs. 

So, there you have it. My ideas for side gigs that have nothing (or at least not as much!) to do with therapy. Take what you like and leave what you don't. These are just a few things I've looked into and considered over the years. If none of these ideas resonate with you that’s ok because there are endless possibilities out there.

What I would suggest is figuring out your highest priorities and then identifying your interests and passions. Like I mentioned earlier, mine are family first and time freedom so any opportunities I look at need to check both boxes. If the gigs don’t check these boxes, then it’s a NO for me. 

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Alison owns a large group practice called Move Forward Counseling LLC in Lancaster County, PA. She started the practice in 2015 and now has three locations, including an office building she purchased and completely renovated in 2019. In addition, she started a virtual assistant company, Move Forward Virtual Assistants in 2018, providing highly trained VA’s to therapy practices. She has been working with Practice of the Practice since 2016 and has helped over 100 therapist entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses, through mastermind groups and individual consulting.

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Need continuing education contact hours? If so, I got you! 

I have 9 Podcourses available for your listening and learning pleasure! You can find them on my site and get your first one FREE! (And did you know I’m a NBCC approved provider?) 

I’ve made it my mission to provide you with continuing education that fits your busy lifestyle. No more having to sit in front of a computer to obtain your contact hours. You can listen to the Podcourses in between sessions, on your commute, while you walk your dog or make dinner!

Just head to my site to check them all out. 

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Want to be more comfortable while sitting on the therapist couch? I sure did and went looking for athleisure wear and activewear that was soft, wrinkle resistant and would match just about anything I already had in my closet. I wanted stylish and high quality apparel that wouldn't break my bank account. And now Zyia Active makes up about 80% of my wardrobe. Want to learn more? Head to lisamustard.com/active-wear. Don’t think this is just for women, they have mens’ and kids’ clothes too. Our family is loving the styles and quality while I love the price tags! So head over to my site to check it out. ZYIA is available in the US and Canada. My current faves for work: the everywhere pants and peak joggers. and parallel tanks. And I love these black leggings for any type of workout. Sign up here to receive the latest activewear releases, restocks, customer appreciation specials and offers.

I am an affiliate and receive a commission if you decide to purchase from the above links. Thank you!