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Therapists UnchainedBeyond Academia: An Interview with Janys Murphy Rising, Ph.D., LMHC, CMHSThis week's conversation dives into a long-standing issue in the mental health field: the gap between clinical training and real-world practice. Host Sivie Suckerman, MA, LMHC, ACS is joined by clinician and academic Janice Murphy Rising, Ph.D., LMHC, CMHS to unpack why so many graduate programs leave students unprepared for the practical demands of private practice. They discuss counseling education’s leadership gaps, the value of soft-skill development, and systemic support for emerging clinicians.Janys M. Murphy Rising (she/they) is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Olympia, Washington with two decades of experience. Her counseling mo...
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Oh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode 26- Responding not ReactingAs therapists we don't often view ourselves as leaders. This episode is a reminder that we as therapists have a duty to do no harm. Part of this is sharing knowledge and skills that can help when there is immense suffering playing out in social media, politics and in systems that hurt by "othering." This episode looks at some of the games that are employed by bad actors, and offers ways we can more skillfully stay out of the chaos. In other words, how can we exercise skillful responding rather than reacting?People listening that aren't therapists...
2025-09-2025 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode 25- Therapy and TarotIn this episode, Dr. Janys explains how tarot and therapy work together. They discuss what tarot is, respective cultural factors, and theories and concepts in therapy that are enhanced by tarot practice. This episode is dedicated with love to my spiritual sister Pamela Norris.Therapists, please check out Rebecca Bloom's Tarot and therapy workshops- https://www.bloomcounseling.com/events-trainingsI highly recommend Danielle with Oak Moon Tarot- https://www.oakmoontarot.com/And please look up Rachel Pollack's books and decks for more in-depth support of learning tarot. Mus...
2024-12-0324 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode 24 Religious TraumaIn this episode. Dr. Janys interviews Dr. Tanya Johnson (she/her/ella) a queer, neurodivergent, Cuban-American counselor educator, clinical supervisor, and licensed mental health counselor who was raised as a devout Mormon in Salt Lake City Utah. Dr. Johnson specializes in supervising and mentoring neurodivergent clinicians in private practice and treating religious, existential, and relational trauma in LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent adults.Dr. Johnson shares about religious trauma through an intersectional feminist lens, addressing relational, cultural, and intergenerational dimensions of religious trauma. She describes how marginalized people in high-control religious and spiritual communities are particularly susceptible to religious...
2024-07-1631 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode 23- My ADHD DiagnosisThis episode seeks to address the tremendous mis- and under-diagnosing of ADHD in women and gender-diverse folks, most of those who are millennials and Gen X-ers. Bringing awareness to those later diagnosed with ADHD can be especially challenging for many reasons: lack of access to care, and decades of people being told this was a character flaw and not neurodivergence. Dr. Janys uses their own lived experience of being diagnosed with ADHD in mid-life to help further understand and advocate for those who are still questioning or frustrated by lack of access. Resources are available in the show notes.
2024-06-1928 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode 22: Motivational InterviewingIn this episode, Dr. Janys provides a brief introduction to Motivational Interviewing. The cornerstone of motivational interviewing is empathy, something that counselors strive to both have and convey. This model is helpful for all to know and practice, especially counselors learning to listen actively. Support the show
2024-01-2626 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode 21- EMDR Journey Part 3In part 3 of the EMDR Journey series, Dr. Janys comes full circle and interviews their very own EMDR teacher Stacy Stoddard!Stacy Lane Stoddard is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in Towson, Maryland. She is the owner of The Counseling Center near downtown Towson and is passionate about her work with individuals, couples, and adolescents. She specializes in trauma, grief, and loss and is a Certified EMDR provider and Approved EMDR Consultant. She conducts EMDR training virtually and across the country.Stacy shares her own journey of becoming an EMDR therapist and trainer...
2023-09-2936 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode 20- Family Systems and the EnneagramIn this episode, Dr. Janys interviews a very special guest- Dale Rhodes. Dale is special to Dr. Janys because he is their Enneagram teacher! In this episode, they apply the lens of the Enneagram to their own family systems. This can serve as an example for listeners of how to move beyond looking at the Enneagram just for the self since we all come from systems you can start to see how your parent's Enneagram type influenced your own development. What fun! Dale is the owner of Enneagram Portland. He offers mentoring and direction to spiritually, psychologically, a...
2023-08-061h 02Oh My God I'm a TherapistTrailer- Bonus Episodes 1-9 Body Centered PracticesDr. Janys recorded 9 bonus episodes of different body-centered practices. Here she explains that these brief guided practices are for you to help regulate your nervous system, between therapy, for therapy, and also for therapists! If you like these practices, please share them, like this podcast where you listen, or support the show! Thanks for listening and be well! Support the show
2023-06-3001 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode 19: EMDR Part Two- The Journey ContinuesIn this episode, Dr. Janys is more than part way done with their training to become an EMDR therapist. She explores some of her gleanings about disassociation, comparing EMDR to Lifespan Integration, learning from another GenX therapist, and ideas to get you started if you want to also explore training, or perhaps explore EMDR in your own therapy. Stay tuned for part three of this series coming soon! Some resources mentioned in this podcast- https://www.drjamiemarich.com/Book- Getting Past Your Pasthttps://www.emdr.com/product/getting-past-your-past-take-control-of-your-life-with-self-help-techniques-from-emdr-therapy/EMDR training w...
2023-06-3032 minOh My God I'm a TherapistBody Centered Practice - Progressive Muscle RelaxationThis episode is part nine of a nine-part series of body-centered practices. Dr. Janys originally recorded this as part of a crisis counseling course. Their students kept asking to download it so here it is for anyone and everyone. Body-centered practices can be helpful in gaining resources for calming the nervous system. If you are looking for brief practices for personal use, resourcing for counseling, or for being a counselor- this will be of use to you! Transcript included. In addition to being a therapist and a professor, Dr. Janys is certified as a yoga instructor and y...
2023-06-2805 minOh My God I'm a TherapistBody Centered Practice Part Eight- 20'sThis episode is part eight of a nine-part series of body-centered practices. Dr. Janys originally recorded this as part of a crisis counseling course. Their students kept asking to download it so here it is for anyone and everyone. Body-centered practices can be helpful in gaining resources for calming the nervous system. If you are looking for brief practices for personal use, resourcing for counseling, or for being a counselor- this will be of use to you! Transcript included. In addition to being a therapist and a professor, Dr. Janys is certified as a yoga instructor and y...
2023-06-2803 minOh My God I'm a TherapistBody Centered Practice Series Part One- GroundingThis episode is part one of a nine-part series of body-centered practices. Dr. Janys originally recorded this as part of a crisis counseling course. Their students kept asking to download it so here it is for anyone and everyone. Body-centered practices can be helpful in gaining resources for calming the nervous system. If you are looking for brief practices for personal use, resourcing for counseling, or for being a counselor- this will be of use to you! Transcript included. In addition to being a therapist and a professor, Dr. Janys is certified as a yoga instructor and y...
2023-06-2806 minOh My God I'm a TherapistBody Centered Practice Part Seven- Putting on the brakesThis episode is part seven of a nine-part series of body-centered practices. Dr. Janys originally recorded this as part of a crisis counseling course. Their students kept asking to download it so here it is for anyone and everyone. Body-centered practices can be helpful in gaining resources for calming the nervous system. If you are looking for brief practices for personal use, resourcing for counseling, or for being a counselor- this will be of use to you! Transcript included. *Content warning- this practice does involve imagining being in a car. If you have experienced car trauma I w...
2023-06-2803 minOh My God I'm a TherapistBody Centered Practice Part Six- Soothing Your HandsThis episode is part six of a nine-part series of body-centered practices. Dr. Janys originally recorded this as part of a crisis counseling course. Their students kept asking to download it so here it is for anyone and everyone. Body-centered practices can be helpful in gaining resources for calming the nervous system. If you are looking for brief practices for personal use, resourcing for counseling, or for being a counselor- this will be of use to you! Transcript included. In addition to being a therapist and a professor, Dr. Janys is certified as a yoga instructor and y...
2023-06-2805 minOh My God I'm a TherapistBody Centered Practice Part Five- Connecting with DiscomfortThis episode is part one of a nine-part series of body-centered practices. Dr. Janys originally recorded this as part of a crisis counseling course. Their students kept asking to download it so here it is for anyone and everyone. Body-centered practices can be helpful in gaining resources for calming the nervous system. If you are looking for brief practices for personal use, resourcing for counseling, or for being a counselor- this will be of use to you! Transcript included. *Content warning- this episode asks you to connect with something painful from your past as a way to w...
2023-06-2804 minOh My God I'm a TherapistBody Centered Practice Four- ResourcingThis episode is part four of a nine-part series of body-centered practices. Dr. Janys originally recorded this as part of a crisis counseling course. Their students kept asking to download it so here it is for anyone and everyone. Body-centered practices can be helpful in gaining resources for calming the nervous system. If you are looking for brief practices for personal use, resourcing for counseling, or for being a counselor- this will be of use to you! Transcript included. In addition to being a therapist and a professor, Dr. Janys is certified as a yoga instructor and y...
2023-06-2804 minOh My God I'm a TherapistBody Centered Practice Part Three- HummingThis episode is part three of a nine-part series of body-centered practices. Dr. Janys originally recorded this as part of a crisis counseling course. Their students kept asking to download it so here it is for anyone and everyone. Body-centered practices can be helpful in gaining resources for calming the nervous system. If you are looking for brief practices for personal use, resourcing for counseling, or for being a counselor- this will be of use to you! Transcript included. In addition to being a therapist and a professor, Dr. Janys is certified as a yoga instructor and y...
2023-06-2804 minOh My God I'm a TherapistBody Centered Practice Series Part Two- ScanningThis episode is part two of a nine-part series of body-centered practices. Dr. Janys originally recorded this as part of a crisis counseling course. Their students kept asking to download it so here it is for anyone and everyone. Body-centered practices can be helpful in gaining resources for calming the nervous system. If you are looking for brief practices for personal use, resourcing for counseling, or for being a counselor- this will be of use to you! Transcript included. In addition to being a therapist and a professor, Dr. Janys is certified as a yoga instructor and y...
2023-06-2805 min
Many WorldsNo Spoilers by Ben MurphyThis story was hosted by Cadwell Turnbull and performed by a full cast.Elizabeth Sinden Pipher was Janys Tyreegezul Anju Manandhar was Ophen PrecteldeyCadwell Turnbull was Ruus HanzendeyBen Murphy was Tace RhetarfautM. Darusha Wehm was Theopanu Theodeyum
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2023-06-151h 10Oh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode 18: EMDR Journey Part OneEMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, a popular and well-established trauma-informed practice. Dr. Janys takes you through her before, during, and after training experience as an EMDR-approved therapist. In this episode, they describe both their hope and skepticism and vows to practice discernment while being a student. Content Warning- car accidentMusic by Scott Holmes, Sound engineering David Murphy RisingSupport the show
2023-04-2823 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode 17: Do you hug your clients?In this episode, Dr. Janys talks about why some therapists hug and others do not. If this is something you have wanted to discuss with your therapist, here are some considerations about the therapy relationship, ethics, consent, boundaries, and not doing harm. Music by Scott Holmes. Sound Engineering by David Murphy RisingSupport the show
2023-04-1031 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode 16: Why Can't I Get in to See a Therapist?Dr. Janys talks about why it is so hard to schedule with a therapist now. It is estimated that 6 out of 10 providers are currently not seeing new clients, or have a waitlist. In this episode, Dr. Janys shares several ideas of what is causing the problem which they posit that it is not simply that therapists are bad at returning phone calls. She describes how different political and economic factors, and the more significant issue: there is currently a workforce shortage in this industry. They promise that it is not all doom and gloom and there are many ways...
2023-03-0128 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode 15: Astrology and TherapyDr. Janys talks about two of their passions: astrology and therapy. If you have ever wanted to know how to talk to your counselor about astrology, or are simply curious about basic astrology information then this episode is for you! Have you ever wondered what your big three are, or why your horoscope might not fit your experience? Dr. Janys recommends some books and podcasts to help you on your path to growth and healing.Music by Scott Holmes. Sound engineering by David Murphy Rising.Support the show
2023-01-3117 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode 14: How Do We Peace Out of Diet Culture? Dr. Janys interviews Registered Dietitian Brandi Olden. Brandi is the owner of Creating Peace with Food, and has 20 years of experience helping grown ups and young people heal from disordered eating. Brandi and Janys discuss the historical, cultural, and racial aspects of diet culture, and how neither of us learned about this in graduate school. They also describe the intersection between attachment, eating disorders, and weight bias. Brandi introduces listeners to the diet culture timeline, and shares about her upcoming course, Body Image: a Parents Guide to Embodiment. This episode will give you a better understanding of where diet c...
2022-12-2337 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode 13: What is your theory?Dr. Janys talks about how therapists have many theoretical approaches to choose from. She describes how therapists study theories in graduate school, and how this causes undue anxiety. They also share the process of how they chose their own theoretical approach. Music by Scott Holmes. Sound Engineering by David Murphy Rising. Support the show
2022-12-1220 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode Twelve: How Do I Practice Self-Care?Dr. Janys breaks down self-care for listeners into three parts: attitudes, activities, and affiliations. They review some of the literature on vicarious trauma, burnout, and compassion fatigue which is often a concern for helping professionals. If you have ever wanted a clear way to take good care of yourself, then this episode is for you! Music by Scott Holmes. Sound engineering by David Murphy Rising.Support the show
2022-11-2918 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode 11: Where Have You Been?In this episode, Dr. Janys shares why they have not been actively producing the podcast and reflects on the podcast so far, and what listeners can expect in terms of timing moving forward. She also shares some of the future topics that listeners can look forward to, including the next episode on self-care, which is essential for everyone during the holidays. Dr. Janys noticed that the enneagram episode was quite popular so they geeked out a little on being a type six. Support the show
2022-11-2810 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode 11: What is the Enneagram?Dr. Janys describes the Enneagram for listeners and shares why it is a valuable system for therapy and understanding ourselves and others. Are you a counselor or in training to be a counselor? Would you like to be part of a consult group to learn how to use the Enneagram in your therapy practice? Janys is offering this online beginning in October 2023. To learn more email them at janysmurphyrising@gmail.com Music by Scott Holmes. Sound engineering David Murphy RisingSupport the show
2022-09-0523 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode Nine: I am Angry, Now What?Anger is often considered an undesirable emotion. In this episode, Dr. Janys talks about how anger is both nature and nurture. She also shares some common knowledge as well as research about anger in the therapy field. And they share a process of acknowledging and processing anger to help you live more presently with this emotion. Links from the episode here: https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-22264123https://www.apa.org/topics/anger/controlhttps://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/anger-in-the-age-entitlement/200905/emotional-abuse-why-anger-management-didnt-workSupport the show
2022-08-0934 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode Eight: What is Codependency?Dr. Janys talks about how codependency exists even if it is not classified in the DSM-5. She shares her thoughts on an article that claims the concept enables harmful treatment. Dr. Janys discusses why we should all strive to be more conscious of our relationship patterns, and aware of the needs and care of family members and caregivers of people living with substance use disorders. Here is the link to the article: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/08/opinion/codependency-addiction-recovery.html?searchResultPosition=1Support the show
2022-07-1838 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode Seven: Are You Listening?In this episode, Dr. Janys Murphy Rising discusses how you can tell if your therapist is listening. Janys describes how therapists do much more than listen, as well as actively listen. She describes what attending skills look like in therapy, as well as validation, and busts the myth that therapists are just paid listeners. They break down active listening, and mindfulness which is a key part of active listening by being present with another person and engaging one mindfully. If you like the show, please share or follow where you listen to podcasts. You can also find m...
2022-06-1337 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode Six: Do You Take Your Own Advice?In this episode, Dr. Janys is joined by their colleagues Dr. Stephanie Steinman, a licensed psychologist in Madison, WI, and Caralie Greven, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Tacoma, WA. We discuss what it means to be a therapist, and if we actually do take the advice that we share with our clients. You can learn more about Dr. Steinman here https://www.psychiatry.wisc.edu/staff/steinman-phd-stephanie/And Caralie Greven at https://www.catharsiscounseling.org/If you like the show, please share or follow where you listen to podcasts. You can also f...
2022-05-1049 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode Five: Am I Having an Existential Crisis?In this episode, Janys describes what an existential crisis is, as well as the collection of terms that can involve questioning life and its meaning of it, death, and uncertainty. The thoughts that accompany an existential crisis can feel intense and heavy, and at times can lead to more rumination, or being stuck in our own heads. If you choose to see a therapist and talk about the heaviness of your experience, it is important that they can both help you define and validate your experience. A good therapist will help you explore what triggered the crisis, s...
2022-04-2735 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode Four: Should I Become a Therapist?In this episode, Janys shares some of the highlights and lowlights about the field of therapy. If you have ever considered being a therapist, you will want to check out this episode! Music by Scott HolmesSound Engineer David Murphy RisingSupport the show
2022-03-2842 min
Enneagram & CoffeeTherapy & The Enneagram with Dr. Janys Murphy RisingDr. Janys Murphy Rising is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington state with 18 years of clinical experience, and over a decade teaching graduate level counselors. Janys works with adolescent transitions, substance use, eating disorders, grief, spirituality and life transitions. Their approach is yoga informed, enneagram informed, and anti-diet. Janys's counseling helps learn patterns that support spontaneity, presence, and how to be the person you they were born to be.--Start a new healthy habit today.Visit seed.com/EGRAM and use code [EGRAM] to redeem 20% off your first month of Seed’s...
2022-03-1841 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode Three: Can I Trust You?In this episode, I break down key features of a trustworthy therapeutic relationship. I talk about feeling welcomed, boundaries, professional disclosure, and I also dive into Erik Erikson's developmental stage of trust versus mistrust. The card I pulled at the beginning of this episode is from the Nature Nurture deck by artist and healer Marcella Kroll. You can find it on my Instagram account @omgimatherapistMusic: Scott HolmesSound Engineer: David Murphy RisingSupport the show
2022-03-0742 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode Two: Who Helps Helpers?In this episode, I discuss the importance of seeking help even when you yourself are a helper. Music Credit: Scott Holmes and Lobo Loco.Sound Engineer: David Murphy RisingSupport the show
2022-02-2129 minOh My God I'm a TherapistEpisode One: Are You Analyzing Me?In the first episode of Oh My God I'm a Therapist, I take a look at the difference between psychoanalysis and relational therapy and try to answer the question: "Are you analyzing me?".The book mentioned in this podcast is "Between Therapist and Client" by Michael Kahn.Music: "Hotshot" by Scott Holmes.Sound Engineer: David Murphy RisingSupport the show
2022-02-0725 minOh My God I'm a TherapistIntroducing: Oh My God I'm a Therapist!The show for the therapy curious.Support the show
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Everything is Awesome with Jeff and ?Episode 72: Partay With The Derbay - KC's 30th BirthdayIn which Jeff and KC travel to sunny Portland for her birthday; we brave I-5, multiple Denny's; WFTDA Roller Derby Championships; and all sorts of other stuff so listen! Big ups to all the people who helped make KC's birthday really fun, including but not limited to Dot Tsunami, Jill Dozer, Janys Murphy, Polly Pocketknife, Amy and Mark - you guys are awesome! Closing Song - "Smile" by Portugal. The Man
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