Therapy By Choice
On this podcast, we provide information on a wide variety of mental health topics, speak to specialists in the field of mental health and answer your questions. We focus on helping you navigate life’s challenges and offer easy to follow, practical advice and opinions for educational purposes only.
Episodes
SEASON 2 FINALE!
Join me for this episode which is a part of the "In The Field" series where we speak with specialists and providers in the field of mental health who can offer insight, expert guidance and knowledge.
In the conclusion of this two-part episode, I continue my chat with Ken Kafele, BCBA, LEP. We'll chat about how learning differences and mental health affect students and how schools and families can support them. We ...
Join me for this episode which is a part of the "In The Field" series where we speak with specialists and providers in the field of mental health who can offer insight, expert guidance and knowledge.
In part one of this powerful two-part episode, I chat with Ken Kafele, LEP, BCBA to explore how schools and families can support children’s mental health through early recognition, safe environments, and collaboration. We discuss the ...
In this episode, we explore the four main attachment styles: secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized and how they influence our relationships. Through relatable examples, we break down each style’s strengths and challenges, offering practical tips for recognizing and shifting negative attachment patterns. Tune in to understand yourself better and build healthier, more balanced connections.
In this episode, we explore how coregulation can really change things. It's all about the emotional support we get when we spend time with others. Whether you're helping a friend feel better, comforting a child, or getting closer to a partner, find out how this easy but strong tool can boost emotional healing and strength. Check out how co-regulation works, the different kinds of co-regulation, and some easy, practical tips for usi...
In honor of World Mental Health Day on October 10th, this special episode focuses on you! Join host Robyne Vance as she shares 10 practical, compassionate ways to care for your mental health whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just need a gentle reset. From setting healthy boundaries to reconnecting with joy, these tips are grounded in real therapeutic insight and designed to help you feel more balanced, present, and supp...
How do you suggest to someone you care about that they may benefit from therapy or that you have concerns about their mental health and well-being? In this episode, we talk about how to spot the signs, begin a caring conversation, establish healthy boundaries, and provide help without going too far. As always, we'll be presenting practical advice, useful tips, and some reliable resources to help you through one of the toughest con...
Join host Robyne Vance as we explore what it truly takes to protect your mental health amid the chaos of everyday life. In this episode, we dive into the many faces of adversity. From emotional and mental struggles to physical, financial, and social challenges. Discover how these obstacles impact us, and learn practical strategies to build real resilience when life gets tough.
In this warm and informative episode, we explore the fall season, famous for its beauty and everything pumpkin spice. We'll take a look at how this time of year can quietly affect our mental health. Join host Robyne Vance for a brief overview of the emotional changes that can happen during autumn. We'll discuss what to look out for and share helpful, research-backed tips to keep your mood steady as the days become shorter.
Join me for this episode which is a part of the "In The Field" series where we speak with specialists and providers in the field of mental health who can offer insight, expert guidance and knowledge.
In the conclusion of this two-part interview with Evelyn Ashiofu, MD, MPH, we’ll be discussing specific mental health conditions, hospitalization, pregnancy and post partum. Dr. Ev will also offer listeners helpful advice on what to e...
Join me for this episode which is a part of the "In The Field" series where we speak with specialists and providers in the field of mental health who can offer insight, expert guidance and knowledge.
In this episode which is a two-part interview, I chat with Evelyn Ashiofu, MD, MPH. We will get to know Dr. Ev and her work as we'll be discussing information about the field of psychiatry...and dropping helpful gems along the way!
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If you often feel tired or want to find more balance in your life, this episode is for you! Join me for this episode, where I will explore seven important types of rest: physical, mental, emotional, sensory, creative, social, and spiritual. Discover why each type of rest is important for your mental health. Understand how not getting enough of certain kinds of rest can cause burnout, anxiety, and emotional tiredness. Learn helpful,...
In this episode, I’m breaking down 12 common cognitive distortions (unhelpful thinking styles), providing examples of each, how to reframe them, and how therapy can help. I'll also give a scenario based pop quiz to help further illustrate each style. And as always, I'll present this topic in a simple, clear, and practical way.
Join your host Robyne Vance for this episode which is a part of the "In The Field" series where we talk to specialists and providers in the field of mental health who can offer insight, expert guidance and knowledge.
In this week's episode, I continue my chat with Richard Hanzy, PhD, PsyD, LMFT about mental health misinformation and social media. We'll be discussing how to spot misinformation, how to access reliable resources, and...
Join your host Robyne Vance for this episode which is a part of the "In The Field" series where we talk to specialists and providers in the field of mental health who can offer insight, expert guidance and knowledge.
In this episode which is a two-part interview, we chat with Richard Hanzy, PhD, PsyD, LMFT. We will get to know Dr. Hanzy, his background and work and we will talk about mental health and mental illness and discuss th...
Join host Robyne Vance as she looks at the psychology behind why we grieve when a celebrity or public figure passes and offers easy to follow, practical advice on how to cope.
Join host Robyne Vance for the second half of this episode on facing uncertainty. We look at how getting therapeutic assistance can help you feel more grounded, and she provides simple, easy to understand and research backed-methods to help you manage and cope effectively.
Join host Robyne Vance for part one of two episodes that explore the true meaning of uncertain times and how they can have a detrimental effect on our mental health. We look at how uncertainty affects the body and mind, whether it is in connection with everyday unpredictable events, personal changes, or global events.
Tune in next week when she explains how getting therapeutic assistance can help you feel more grounded, and provi...
Join your host, Robyne Vance as she delves into the familiar yet often unnoticed habit of avoiding tasks we find unpleasant. From procrastinating on everyday chores to ignoring emotional discomfort, avoidance can quietly shape our lives. She unpacks the psychology behind this behavior, explores why we fall into these patterns, and shares insight, practical advice and tips to break free from the cycle.
Join your host, Robyne Vance as she explores The Five Love Languages. She will provide information on the definition and importance of each love language and practical advice and tips on how to meet the needs of each love language.
Season 2 Premiere!
Join your host Robyne Vance for this episode which is a part of the "In The Field" series where we talk to specialists and providers in the field of mental health who can offer insight, expert guidance and knowledge.
In this episode, we chat with Cathy Allen, MA, M.Ed, LPCC-S, about mental health challenges for people of color, with a focus on the black community. We discuss stigmas, inequality, and ways to appr...
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