"Good. You?" Therapy Podcast: Recent Episodes
Samantha Cimo
“Good. You?” Is hosted by Samantha, a counseling student wanting to educate and share the importance of mental health. Disclaimer: I am not a mental health professional. I cannot provide professional services. Please reach out to your local mental health professionals for services near you!
In today's episode, Sam and Sam sit with Lisa to discuss the postpartum experience. We discuss topics such as postpartum anxiety, postpartum depression, and postpartum psychosis.
This episode is great for anyone who wants to learn more about postpartum or looking to support a loved one.
Be sure to follow Lisa on Instagram @meraki_mft
and follow the podcast @gooyou.therapy
See y'all next week!
In grief part 2, Sam & Sam break down the societal view and impact of death, loss, and grief. Let's normalize this very human experience!
It's OK That You're Not OK by Megan Devine
Eulogy from a Physicist – Aaron Freeman
David Kessler resources:
https://grief.com/
https://www.davidkesslertraining.com/tenderhearts
In today's episode, Sam & Sam start the discussion about grief. This is going to be a minimum 2 part episode. This episode discusses disenfranchised grief and ambiguous loss.
Be sure to check out our book recommendation "It's OK That You're Not OK" by Megan Devine linked here
Follow us on instagram @goodyou.therapy
Share the podcast with friends and family! Thanks for tuning in :)
In today's episode, Sam & Sam finally discuss attachment styles! Secure vs Insecure attachment and where we fall. Be sure to take the attachment style quiz linked below and follow along!
Resources:
Attachment Style Quiz:
https://www.attachmentproject.com/attachment-style-quiz/
George Faller on the Negative Cycle
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NwfLxpulksw
The Cleveland Clinic on Attachment Styles
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/attachment-theory-and-attachment-styles
Psychology Today on Why Anxious and Avoidant Attract Each Other
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/here-there-and-everywhere/202306/why-anxious-and-avoidant-attachment-attract-each-other?amp
Instagram to follow @thejessicadasilva
Attached Book
https://www.amazon.com/Attached-Anxious-Avoidant-science-attachment/dp/1529032172/ref=pd_lpo_sccl_1/147-1920000-0139249?pd_rd_w=vbBKL&content-id=amzn1.sym.1ad2066f-97d2-4731-9356-36b3edf1ae04&pf_rd_p=1ad2066f-97d2-4731-9356-36b3edf1ae04&pf_rd_r=RHG0FCPNR3C046937H4X&pd_rd_wg=BjhMd&pd_rd_r=79e12849-5087-4b92-9499-860d82d70a38&pd_rd_i=1529032172&psc=1
Today's episode is laid back with some life updates and reacting to reddit therapy stories! Sam & Sam discuss ethical standards of counselors and the importance of boundaries and consistency.
Thank you for listening, please share with friends, family, and whoever else you feel may benefit from the podcast! Be sure to follow us on Instagram @goodyou.therapy to stay up to date with episodes!
We're back from our unexpected break!
In today's episode, we discuss difficult conversations. Where do we even start? We break down the ideal "recipe" to walk through difficult conversations.
Be sure you're following us on Instagram @goodyou.therapy
and share with your friends and family!
In today's episode, we discuss ruptures in relationships and what the repairing process looks like. Our discussion today covers ruptures in both personal and professional spaces. What do ruptures look like in the counseling space? Find out by listening in to today's episode!
Be sure to follow us on Instagram @goodyou.therapy and please share the podcast with friends, family, colleagues, clients, etc. to help us spread the word!
We are absolutely shook over these Reddit submissions! Join us in today's episode to hear some of the good, the bad, and the UNETHICAL!!
Be sure to follow us on Instagram @goodyou.therapy to keep up with our latest episodes and for future giveaways!!
Today's episode discusses the ups and downs of the mental health journey! What do mental health slip-ups look like? When do we know we are in a bad place?
Sam and Sam discuss the natural parts of the ups and the downs. Let us know what you think about today's episode!
Follow us on Instagram @goodyou.therapy to stay up to date with the latest episodes!
In today's episode, we discuss why core values are helpful for insight and understanding into our lives. If you have a moment to participate in discovering your own top values, take the assessment linked here to follow along the episode and garner a new sense of understanding!
If the link is not working, visit personalvalu.es for the assessment.
Be sure to follow us on Instagram @goodyou.therapy and spread the love of sharing this episode with anyone you thing would find this helpful!
Music written and produced by Tyler O'Brien
In today's minisode, Sam Cimo discusses the process of finding a counselor. Sometimes it's hard to know when the right time is to begin therapy, let's explore that! We also review where to look and how to know what counselor is right for you!
Message us on Instagram @goodyou.therapy or email us at goodyou.therapy@gmail.com for any questions or feedback about the episode.
Music created by Tyler O'Brien
Today's episode follows up on our last episode about anger. We finally get to talk all about emotion regulation! How our brains and bodies are affected by stress and anger, how to use grounding and relaxation techniques, and how to get ourselves back into a parasympathetic state.
Today's book suggestion is "Burnout" by Amelia Nagoski.
Thank you for listening and be sure to follow us on Instagram @goodyou.therapy to keep up with the newest episodes!
"Good. You?" intro music was written and created by Tyler O'Brien!
We are furious with the amount of shame wrapped around anger! Anger is an emotion that everyone experiences. It's what we do with that anger that matters most. Join us in today's episode where we discuss the emotion that everyone loves to hate.
Be sure to follow us on Instagram @goodyou.therapy to keep up with new episodes. DM us or email us at goodyou.therapy@gmail.com if you have any episode ideas, feedback on an episode, or interested in being a guest!
Thanks for listening!
Resources:
https://www.annualreviews.org/doi/full/10.1146/annurev-publhealth-052020-110732#abstractSection
https://academic.oup.com/psychsocgerontology/article/75/10/2132/5565235?login=false
Today's episode was the winner of our Instagram poll last week! Have you ever felt you were stuck on autopilot? Have you ever been curious about the choices we make every day and how they lead to bigger decisions down the line? Today's episode discusses the every day choices we typically overlook and how they add up to important life decisions.
Be sure to check us out on Instagram @goodyou.therapy and message us with your topic suggestions! You can also email us at goodyou.therapy@gmail.com
Thank you for listening!
https://www.takingtheescalator.com/
https://howwefeel.org/
Hey everyone! "Good. You?" is back and better than ever with a new addition to our show! Meet Sam, no not that Sam, another Sam! That's right, a new co-host and her name is also Sam! Sam and I graduated the counseling program together in December of 2023 and we are both so excited to share this new chapter with everyone.
Please be sure to check out the instagram @goodyou.therapy and message us some podcast ideas of topics you'd like to learn more about or if you're interested in being on an episode!
See you next week!
In today's episode, I sit with, Maria Hebrock, PLPC, NCC, and discuss play therapy! Maria is on the Louisiana Association for Play Therapy (LAPT) Board and has come to discuss the ins and outs of what play therapy looks like, who play therapy is for, and the benefits of using play therapy in practice. If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to share with friends and family! Don't forget to check out the live play therapy session on the podcast's Instagram page: @goodyou.therapy
Be sure to follow the Association for Play therapy (APT) and LAPT on Instagram: @association4playtherapy & @la4pt
Additional links and resources: https://www.la4pt.org/board.html Louisiana Association for Play Therapy website Association for Play Therapy website Play Therapy Starter Sand Tray Kit Free Online Sand Tray
Trigger Warnings: Mention of SA and Abuse.
In today's episode, I sit with guest, Dr. Michael Leeman, and discuss the ins and outs of trauma. This episode is a long one, and full of all different aspects of how trauma affects a person. We discuss how trauma affects the brain, about how relationships are affected, how out personalities can be affected, etc. There is so much in this episode, you are sure to come out with more knowledge about trauma than when you went in!
Be sure to follow on Instagram @goodyou.therapy so you can keep up with new episodes!
In today's episode, I sit with Pierra, who is an art therapist and discuss the ins and outs of art therapy! Art therapy is a great way to provide space for expression for all ages. Be sure to grab a piece of paper and some markers or crayons, at the end of today's episode, we have a mini art therapy session! Check it out on video on the podcast's instagram @goodyou.therapy
Guest information:
Pierra
Instagram: @pierrad.b
tiktok: @pierradb
In today's episode, I sit with my good friend and cohort, Shavez! Shavez and I sit together to discuss the 5 love languages: Quality Time, Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Gift Giving, and Physical Touch. Listen in on today's episode if you're looking for a good laugh and some insight on the love languages. Make sure to take the quiz at 5lovelanguages.com and join in on the fun of learning more about you and your love language!
FOLLOW SHAVEZ:
Podcast: Just Between You & Me
Podcast Instagram: @justbetweenyouandme.pod
In today's episode, I catch up on the podcast from a month long break! It has been an eventful semester last fall, and I am excited to bring in the spring semester with season 2 of the podcast!
Be sure to follow the instagram @goodyou.therapy!
In today's episode, I sit with Ashley, the host of Black Girls Have Anxiety Too! (Make sure to check out her podcast!)
Today's topic revolves around how mental health is viewed within marginalized communities and why there is a mistrust with the healthcare system. It is important for us to take responsibility in educating ourselves and becoming culturally competent individuals, especially those within the healthcare system or the mental health profession.
Thank you, Ashley, for being such an amazing guest!
Guest Information:
Podcast: Black Girls Have Anxiety Too
Instagram and TikTok: @blackgirlshaveanxietytoo
In today’s episode, I sit down with Nikki, the host of Raw Talk with Nikki Gal podcast!
Nikki is a huge advocate of mental health and seeking mental health help. Nikki and I discuss the ins and outs of mental health within the modeling industry, how social media can affect your mental health, and how seeking validation and love from outside sources is never the answer!
Guest info:
@propertyofng
seethrunikki.com
rawtalkwithnikkigal.com
Today's episode introduces a very special guest, my husband, Craig Cimo!
Craig is a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach. Craig dives into his journey in finding this profession and how it sparked a passion for this field. Coaching and counseling have many similarities, learn about that and more in this episode!
Be sure to follow the podcast's Instagram page @goodyou.therapy :)
Today's episode discusses how to regulate our emotions. What does that look like? Where do I start? How would that even help?
Today's episode is a short one packed with information to get you started on you emotion regulation journey.
Follow the Instagram and TikTok: @goodyou.therapy
In today’s episode, Lisa is back! Today we are discussing the family dynamic of adult children and their parents. How a strained parent-child relationship can be healed in adulthood through family therapy. What does that look like? What can I expect? Learn the answer to these questions in this episode.
Be sure to follow Lisa on Instagram @meraki_mft
In today's episode, I sit with James Williams, LCSW and discuss Somatic Healing. Somatic Healing is all about re-connecting the mind to the body. Humans tend to go on autopilot and eventually we get disconnected. If you find yourself wanting to find more ways to connect body and mind be sure to give this episode a listen!
Follow James on Instagram @_jamesdwilliams and be sure to follow the podcast @goodyou.therapy
In today’s episode, I sit with Heidi as we discuss Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). OCD affects between 100 to 150 million people in the world. There are negative stigmas associated with this disorder and Heidi wants to come talk about her experience with OCD and how we can normalize it.
Be sure to follow Heidi on Instagram @heidi.helps.here and all other social media platforms!
In today's episode, I sit down with Macie Gale who is the host of Well As Hell Podcast! Macie and I chat about toxic and abusive relationships and discuss our own experiences with them. Thank you, Macie, for your vulnerability and being a guest on today's episode!
Be sure to follow the Well As Hell Podcast on Instagram @wellashellpod and follow Macie's personal account @_macedawg!
In today's episode, I sit with Rachael Haimindra, LMFT, and discuss infidelity within relationships. What does the counseling process look like? How is trust lost and regained? What are the different types of cheating that can occur? Learn the answers in this episode!
Be sure to follow Rachael on instagram @raehaimindra_20! As always be sure to follow the podcast @goodyou.therapy on instagram to stay up to date with the latest episode releases!
In today's episode, I sit with Ranneet who shares her experience of growing up in an Asian household where mental health had a negative stigma associated with it. If you grew up with parents or family members who looked down on mental health, this episode is definitely for you! It's important to do our own self-work and spread the importance of seeking mental health help!
Make sure to follow Ranneet on instagram @virtually.ranneet and check out her virtual assistant skills if you are a therapist looking for a virtual assistant!
Make sure to follow the instagram @goodyou.therapy to stay up to date with the latest episode releases!
I posted a poll on instagram to ask you what you wanted me to cover and the topic that won was Narcissistic Personality Disorder.
In today's episode, I discuss what Narcissistic Personality Disorder is and what it looks like from on screen representations to what it looks like to date a narcissist!
Please remember these episodes are for educational purposes. Leave diagnosing to the professionals!
Be sure to follow the podcast on instagram @goodyou.therapy to stay up to date with episode releases.
In today's episode, I sit with Dr. Jennifer Nardozzi to discuss eating disorders and the recovery process. Today we dive into what are the different types of eating disorders and how to support a loved one struggling.
Be sure to follow the FAB Program on Instagram @fabprogram_ and take the FAB Self Discovery Quiz at
fab-program.involve.me
Contact Dr. Jen through the instagram page or her website drjen360.com
In today's episode, I sit with Emily Hartenstein to discuss substance abuse. Those who suffer from substance abuse are often viewed in a very negative light. Today you will be able to listen to someone who has overcome addiction and understand what it is like to be in the midst of it.
Thank you Emily, for being a guest on today's episode!
If you haven't already, follow the podcast's instagram @goodyou.therapy! Talk to you next week!
Depression is one of the top most common diagnosed mental disorders. It's important we talk about it and learn about it! If you or a loved one suffer from a depressive disorder, this episode could be helpful to learn more about the disorder and what it looks like.
Be sure to follow the podcast's instagram @goodyou.therapy to stay up to date on episode releases!
SAMHSA’s National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Mentalhelp.net's 24/7 hotline for depression: 1-866-296-1697
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255
Today's sponsor: BirchNotes
References:
Psychiatry.org
Mayo clinic
Mind.org
Verywellmind
Adaa.org (anxiety and depression association of America)
My.clevelandclinic.org
In today's episode, I sit with Lisa Keenan, LMFT, and discuss couples counseling!
What does couples counseling look like? What goes on inside of couples counseling? What are the common issues individuals face within their relationships? Find out it today's episode!
Follow Lisa on Instagram @meraki_mft!
Be sure to follow the podcast's instagram to stay up to date on episode releases @goodyou.therapy!
In today's episode, I sit with Amber Castro, MFT, as we discuss intergenerational trauma. Listen in as we discuss how trauma can be passed down from generation to generation. Creating and maintaining boundaries are a strong subtopic in today's episode.
Follow Amber on Instagram @ambercastromft!
Don't forget to follow the podcast's instagram @goodyou.therapy to stay up to date on episode releases!
In today's episode, I sit down with Rayshawn Ledet, LCSW, as we discuss counseling men. Seeking mental health help can often be associated with negative stigmas. Ray does a great job at crushing these stigmas as we discuss how important it is to be able to seek counseling.
Follow Rayshawn on instagram @mentalinmind and check out the website www.mentalinmind.com
Don't forget to follow the podcast's instagram to stay up to date on new episode releases! @goodyou.therapy
Happy Pride Month!!
In today's episode I sit down with Morgan Thomas, LMHCA, as we discuss how to be an allied therapist for members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Thank you Morgan for coming onto the podcast and educating others on how to be culturally competent within this community!
Morgan's Instagram: @morganthomascoaching
Morgan's website: morganthomascoaching.com
Morgan's Podcast: The Clinical Spiritualist
Make sure you follow Morgan and follow the podcast @goodyou.therapy!
In today's episode, I dive into what perfectionism looks like. I discuss what the different types of perfectionism are, the signs and symptoms, imposter syndrome, perfectionistic parenting, and coping skills. This topic was recommended by a listener. Thank you so much Maddie for your suggestion!
If you want to suggest a topic for an episode or minisode, be sure to follow the podcast's instagram @goodyou.therapy and message me your suggestions!
Todays references: psychologytoday, healthline, verywellmind, and verywellfamily
In today's episode, I sit with Hannah Daniel and discuss her experience in the graduate program for counseling!
Hannah just graduated on Saturday, May 14th, 2022 and is finally a Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor. We discuss the journey it took for her to get here and walk across that stage.
Be sure to follow the podcast's Instagram @goodyou.therapy and message me for any future episode topic suggestions!
In today's episode I sit down with Sam King who is a Registered Nurse, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse, AND Social Worker. Sam and I discuss the topic of moral injury among healthcare workers, first responders, veterans, etc. She is an absolute badass who has spent around 8 years working in trauma.
Moral Injury is a very fascinating topic that does not get enough coverage. I hope you learn as much as I did from today's episode!
Be sure to follow her on Instagram @sam.the.shrink and as always be sure to follow the podcast's Instagram @goodyou.therapy
Today I sit down with Mental Health Counselor, Sam Southard, as we discuss the ups and downs of anxiety. Sam goes by @the.blonde.therapist on instagram! Sam has a lot to say when it comes to anxiety and the importance of supporting your loved ones who suffer from it.
Be sure to follow Sam on instagram (@the.blonde.therapist) and don't forget to follow the podcast's instagram for updates on episode releases! @goodyou.therapy
Today's episode I get vulnerable and discuss my ADHD journey and how for a long time it controlled my life. I want to issue a trigger warning, there are discussions about eating disorders in this episode.
ADHD affects many people and can be a frustrating and exhausting mental disorder to live with that doesn't get taken seriously enough. I want to take the time to share MY journey. My journey does not speak for anyone else's journey. These are my own experiences that I hope can be helpful for those out there struggling or for those who don't understand their loved one's struggles of being diagnosed with ADHD.
For more information, please check out these resources to learn more about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder:
CHADD—Children and Adults with ADHD (chadd.org)
ADDA—Attention Deficit Disorder Association (add.org)
Be sure to follow the podcast on Instagram @goodyou.therapy to keep up to date with episode releases!
In today's episode, I sit with Self-Love & Spiritual Coach, Victoria LeBlanc, as we discuss the importance of loving yourself.
Self-love can be difficult and confusing once you start learning to love yourself. Victoria is an amazing coach that helps clear up some of the more difficult and common speed bumps on the self-love journey.
Be sure to follow Victoria on Instagram @blissfully.bloom and give her podcast, Blissfully Bloom, a listen!
As always be sure to follow the podcast's Instagram @goodyou.therapy and be sure to message me for any suggestions for the next episode!
In today's episode, I sit with life and mindset direction coach, Alexis McCloskey, as we discuss how to turn self-doubt into self-motivation.
If you ever find yourself unable to move forward or constantly giving up on goals you set because you believe it's just unachievable for you, then this episode is a great place to start!
Alexis offers her expert opinions on how to align with our authentic-selves in order to see what it is we truly want and then GOING FOR IT!
Follow Alexis on Instagram @alexisreneemccloskey! And as always, be sure to follow the podcast @goodyou.therapy to keep up with episodes and listen to sneak peeks before the episode airs!
Have you ever tried meditating? Do you ever feel like it's something you struggle with?
Meditating has a purpose, and some people have the wrong ideas behind it! Listen to today's minisode to get the scoop!
Follow the podcast on Instagram @goodyou.therapy and feel free to message me with ideas for new episodes!
Do you find yourself unable to distinguish the difference between an anxiety attack and a panic attack? So did I.
That's why I wanted to discuss the differences with you in today's episode! Knowledge is power when it comes to our mental health. I hope today's episode helps you and gives you some tools to use for coping skills with anxiety attacks and panic attacks!
Be sure to follow the podcast's instagram @goodyou.therapy
This episode I sit with this week's guest, Dr. Julius Austin, to discuss what a healthy therapeutic relationship looks like.
Make sure you give the podcast Instagram a follow @goodyou.therapy
This week my sister, Katie Schloegel, joins me in discussing the ins and outs of sibling rivalry. We openly discuss our relationship history and dynamic through laughs and tears.
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Welcome to the Self-Care Club! If you're listening to today's podcast episode, then you must want to learn more about what Self-Care looks like!
I hope you enjoy today's episode and join me and many others in the Self-Care Club.
If you have any questions or have a suggestion for a podcast episode, feel free to message me on Instagram @goodyou.therapy
This week's episode we talk with guest, Mary Bullock, as she describes her relationship history with food and her struggles with overcoming eating disorders.
If you or someone you know is suffering from an eating disorder, contact NEDA's helpline 1-800-931-2237 to receive immediate support.
If you'd like to reach out to Mary, you can find her on Instagram @kcollubyram
Today's episode is dedicated to discussing how to create and manage boundaries! It was the most requested topic.
Boundaries are a form of self-care. I hope today's episode shows you the importance of creating boundaries throughout every relationship in your life!!
Follow me on Instagram to keep up with latest episodes @goodyou.therapy
Can you spot red flags in therapy? Do you question yourself as a client up against a professional? Listen along to real therapy experiences where we break down red flags to give you the understanding and knowledge to make you a more confident and empowered client.
Follow the Podcast's Instagram @goodyou.therapy to stay up to date on episode releases.
Today's first episode will be a mini episode dedicated to helping anyone out there who's on the hunt for a new therapist! If you want to learn more about a certain topic, please send me a message on the podcast's Instagram page: @goodyou.therapy
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