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Humantold PsychotherapyUnderstanding Anxious Avoidant Attachment ft. Yinuo Cheng"I’ve been there before. That’s why I became a mental health counselor." In this episode, licensed counselor Yinuo Chen shares how her personal experience with depression shaped her path to becoming a therapist. She dives into anxious-avoidant attachment and highlights how it impacts our ability to heal from depression, anxiety, and more. 2025-04-1808 minHumantold PsychotherapyDating In NYC: It’s Complicated – A Therapist’s Insights ft. Nadia Lyall“What sets us apart from dating coaches is trusting our clients in the process.” Mental Health Counselor Nadia Lyall unpacks her therapeutic approach to dating in NYC, and how understanding attachment styles can change how you date. She reflects on her role as a guide, not a guru, as she supports her clients in taking control of their love lives.2025-04-0410 minHumantold PsychotherapyFertility, Shame, and Mental Health ft. Sarah Morris"It’s not resistance, it’s about capacity." Licensed Mental Health Counselor Sarah Morris explores the benefits of seeking therapy sooner in the fertility journey and demystifies the impact of trauma and shame, from pre-conception to postpartum. 2025-03-2113 minHumantold PsychotherapyTherapy from a Male Perspective ft. Yifan Yin"Gender is a big difference we have to face in our society." Mental Health Counselor Yifan Yin joins us to discuss the experience of being a male therapist in a female-dominated field, the nuance of supporting male clients, and how confronting gender biases can create growth and pleasant surprises in therapy space.2025-03-0711 minHumantold PsychotherapyChallenging "Problem" Behaviors in Children ft. Rachel BlauJoin us for a conversation with Humantold clinician Rachel Blau as she shares more about her practice working with children and adolescents. She explores how her background in education has influenced her desire to destigmatize "problem" behaviors and explore their emotional root and support the child in navigating challenges.2025-02-2114 minHumantold PsychotherapyGestalt Therapy ft. Brennan SpectorHumantold clinician Brennan Spector reflects on his experience integrating Gestalt techniques into his work with clients, where he aims to bring the experience of being in the therapy room and the relationship between client and therapist to the present.2025-02-0718 minHumantold PsychotherapyJourney from Intern to Supervisor ft. Kristjana McCarthyJoin us for a conversation with Humantold clinician and supervisor Kristjana McCarthy as she reflects on her journey becoming a therapist. She reflects on the struggles with mindset she experienced along the way and how that influenced her growth as a therapist.2025-01-2712 min
The SpeakeasyStay Angry My FriendsQueer Activist and Cultural Advisor Chris Cabrera joins Greg and Damon to unpack the fallout from the November election. They discuss what this means for queer people and undocumented immigrants in the service industry, and Chris points toward resources people can use to fight back. We’re getting into our feels on this one y’all.Plus, are you a bro, but not a total dick? Here’s what you can do to help the people you care about.Follow Chris on instagram at @chrscabHere are some resources for those in need:Che...2024-12-131h 09Humantold PsychotherapyThe Importance of Intention ft. Mary ZottoliJoin us for a conversation with Humantold clinician Mary Zottoli as we explore the importance of being intentional, whether about relaxing and slowing down, finding joy, and connecting with what brings our lives meaning and fulfillment.
2024-11-2210 minHumantold PsychotherapyDestigmatizing Therapy ft. Melissa LiuJoin us for a conversation with Humantold clinician Melissa Liu to learn more about her journey into psychology and the mental health counseling field, how therapy impacted her attitude towards work and relationships, and her passion around destigmatizing therapy.
2024-11-0813 minHumantold PsychotherapyIdentity Achievement ft. Brianna CampbellHumantold therapist Brianna Campbell explores the concept of identity achievement and the work of exploring who you are and feeling confident in that identity, yet also acknowledging that this process is ongoing and there is no conclusion as we navigate life's transitions.2024-09-2011 minHumantold PsychotherapyThe Therapist's Lifestyle ft. Zeist RizviLearn more about the realities of building a caseload and schedule as a therapist with Zeist Rizvi. Zeist also shares more about what she's discovered about her style and preferences as a therapist.2024-09-0611 minHumantold PsychotherapyDisordered Eating Treatment from a HAES Lens ft. Christina ArceriHumantold therapist Christina Arceri explores how she works with clients struggling with disordered eating habits from a HAES ("Health at Every Size") lens. She also explores common misconceptions about intuitive eating and the importance of gaining insight around what's impacted your choices around food.2024-08-2317 minHumantold PsychotherapyEmbracing Realism ft. Tashay AndersonDo you ever feel stuck feeling hopeless or pessimistic about life? Humantold therapist Tashay Anderson gets it. In this episode, she explores how to embrace realism as a way to counteract hopelessness and how this influences her treatment process with clients.2024-08-0911 minHumantold PsychotherapyFinding Your Authentic Voice ft. Zeenat DavisHumantold therapist Zeenat Davis explores the importance of tuning into and not being afraid to express your real self, and how to work through trauma or pain that may be influencing your fear of doing so. 2024-07-2609 minHumantold PsychotherapyLet's Talk About Sex Therapy ft. Morgan DominguezListen in as Humantold clinician Morgan Dominguez explores her journey from dreaming of being a wedding planner to becoming a therapist specializing in sex therapy and how she helps clients unpack shame, abuse, and embracing sexuality in a positive and empowering way.2024-06-2110 minHumantold PsychotherapyCreating an Empathetic Workplace Culture ft. James ClementiJoin us for a conversation with Humantold clinician James Clementi on how he uses his therapist skills of active listening, empathy, and collaboration to succeed in his additional role of supporting employees within our organization.2024-06-0715 minHumantold PsychotherapyFinding Her Way to Mental Health Care ft. Kristina DamianoHumantold clinician Kristina Damiano shares her experiences paving her unique path into the mental health field and how to face setbacks from others who may get in the way of your career aspirations. 2024-05-2410 minHumantold PsychotherapyCoping with Cultural Discrimination ft. Yiran SunJoin our intimate conversation with Humantold clinician Yiran Sun as she shares about her experience coming to the United States for graduate school and the discrimination she faced as a minority, yet the positive experiences that helped her cope.
2024-04-1208 minHumantold PsychotherapyWhat Makes Bilingual Therapy Unique ft. Talia AkermanDrawing from her experiences in her bilingual graduate program, Talia Akerman shares the nuances of bilingual therapy for Spanish-speaking clients and the importance of recognizing cultural customs beyond just linguistic differences.
2024-03-2910 minHumantold PsychotherapyLearning Curves as a Clinician ft. Nandini MalhotraNandini Malhotra shares her experiences growing as a clinician at Humantold and challenges the notions surrounding therapist burnout by harnessing the rejuvenating power of rapport with her clients.
2024-03-1509 minHumantold PsychotherapyUncovering Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors ft. Elizabeth SavettiereTune in to our conversation with Humantold clinician Elizabeth Savettiere as she unpacks misconceptions and the shame surrounding body-focused repetitive behaviors.
2024-03-0112 minHumantold PsychotherapyCombating Loneliness and Burnout ft. Sanjana ReddyJoin us for a conversation with Humantold therapist Sanjana Reddy on the importance of establishing support systems, especially as emerging young adults, and how she manages the stressors of being a therapist with self-care strategies.
2024-02-2311 minHumantold PsychotherapyChanging Careers to Become a Therapist ft. Megan WesslerWhat does it look like to transition to the mental health field, after you've worked in other careers or industries? Humantold therapist Megan Wessler reflects on her journey from the art world to tech startups to now working as a therapist and why she believes no experience is wasted.
2024-02-0914 minHumantold PsychotherapyChallenging Expectations ft. Kirti SinhaTune in to our conversation with Humantold counselor Kirti Sinha, MHC-LP, to explore what sparked her own journey to becoming a mental health professional, as well as how we can challenge and unpack expectations and barriers to self-actualization within different structures, systems, and cultural communities.2024-01-2609 minHumantold PsychotherapyCulturally Responsive Therapy for the Chinese Community ft. Charlette YanJoin us for a conversation with MHC-LP Charlette Yan around the importance of destigmatizing mental health in Asian cultures and ways clinicians can honor and reflect the values of cross-cultural clients in session. 2024-01-1214 minHumantold PsychotherapyTransforming Optimism into Action ft. Jonathan VargasJoin us as we chat with Licensed Mental Health Counselor Jonathan Vargas to learn more about his approach to therapy and why he would characterize his style as an "optimistic scientist."2023-12-2910 minHumantold PsychotherapyWorking with Children ft. Rita AlipertiExplore the joys and challenges of working with children, especially around trauma, with Licensed Mental Health Counselor Rita Aliperti.2023-12-1911 minHumantold PsychotherapyPediatric Psychiatric Care ft. Stephanie TiellHello Everyone! Join our host Rachel Landman as we learn about Pediatric Psychiatric Care with Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Doctor of Nursing Stephanie Tiell.2023-12-0514 minHumantold PsychotherapyMulticulturalism ft. Isha KumarHello Everyone! Join our host Rachel Landman as we learn about Multiculturalism through the lens of Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Clinical Supervisor Isha Kumar.2023-11-2116 minHumantold PsychotherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy ft. Aubrey DillaneHello Everyone! Join our host Rachel Landman as we learn about Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) through the perspective of Mental Health Counselor Aubrey Dillane.2023-11-1415 minHumantold PsychotherapyConnecting Through Spirituality ft. Tori WilliamsWhat role does religion play in the therapeutic space? Explore how faith and spirituality have shaped Licensed Mental Health Counselor Tori Williams' journey and practice as a therapist, and how she uses this framework with her clients from all types of belief systems.2023-10-3117 minHumantold PsychotherapySocial Change Needed in Therapy ft. Fatemah DhiraniHello Everyone! Join our host Rachel Landman as we learn about Social Changes Needed in Therapy through the lens of Licensed Mental Health Counselor Fatemah Dhirani.2023-10-1716 minHumantold PsychotherapyHonesty In Therapy ft. Karen VeintimillaHello Everyone! Join our host Rachel Landman as we learn about Honesty in Therapy through the lens of Licensed Mental Health Counselor Karen Veintimilla.2023-10-0315 minHumantold PsychotherapyUnderstanding Forgiveness Through a Therapeutic Lens ft. Shamara NicholasHello Everyone! Join our host Rachel Landman as we get to learn more about Licensed Mental Health Counselor Shamara Nicholas and what drew her into the field of mental health.2023-09-1915 minHumantold PsychotherapyHolistic Healing ft. Andrea BrunettiHello Everyone! Join our host Rachel Landman as we learn about Holistic Healing in the therapeutic setting through the lens of Licensed Mental Health Counselor Andrea Brunetti.2023-09-0515 minHumantold PsychotherapyMyth of Professional Boundaries ft. Kirk PinedaHello Everyone! Join our host Rachel Landman as we learn about Professional Boundaries in the therapeutic setting through Mental Health Counselor Kirk Pineda.2023-08-2217 minHumantold PsychotherapyGrief Therapy ft. Amardev RampersadHello Everyone! Join our host Rachel Landman as we learn about Grief in Therapy through Mental Health Counselor Amardev Rampersad. 2023-08-0814 min
Humantold PsychotherapyFeminist Therapy ft. Christina ArceriHello Everyone! Join our host Rachel Landman as we learn about Feminist Therapy in the therapeutic setting through Humantold's Chief Clinical Officer and Licensed Mental Health Counselor Christina Arceri. 2023-07-2515 min
Humantold PsychotherapyNYC Loneliness ft. Amna AdamjeeHello Everyone! Join our host Rachel Landman as we get to learn more about Licensed Mental Health Counselor Amna Adamjee’s journey into mental health. We will also explore the topic of Loneliness in NYC. 2023-07-1117 min
Humantold PsychotherapyHumor in Therapy ft. Deanna AlipertiHello Everyone! Join our host Rachel Landman as we get to learn more about Licensed Master Social Worker Deanna Aliperti and her journey into the mental health field.2023-06-2716 min
Humantold PsychotherapyLGBTQIA+ Community ft. Antonio CintronHello Everyone! Join our host Rachel Landman as we get to learn more about Mental Health Counselor Antonio Cintron, what drew him into the field of mental health, and his work within the LGBTQIA+ Community. 2023-06-1312 min
Humantold PsychotherapyLet's Discuss Humanism ft. Daniel LeeHello Everyone! Join our host Rachel Landman as we get to learn more about Licensed Mental Health Counselor Daniel Lee’s journey into mental health. We will also explore the topic of Humanism and how it is incorporated into the therapeutic setting. 2023-05-3020 min
Humantold PsychotherapyWhat is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner? ft. Kriupa SamsonJoin us as learn more about Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Kriupa Samson and her journey into the mental health field.2023-05-1616 min
Humantold PsychotherapyTransparency and Vulnerability in Therapy ft. Gomattie BellLicensed Mental Health Counselor and Clinical Supervisor Gomattie Bell shares more about the significance of transparency and vulnerability in her journey as a Mental Health Counselor.2023-05-0215 min
Humantold PsychotherapyTrusting Your Voice ft. Jasmine SundriJoin our conversation with Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Clinical Supervisor Jasmine Sundri to learn more about what drew her into the field of mental health and the importance of trusting your voice.2023-04-1816 min
Humantold PsychotherapyUnderstanding the Individual ft. Carmen RamosMental Health Counselor Carmen Ramos shares what drew her to the mental health field.2023-04-0415 min
Humantold PsychotherapyCrisis Management ft. Danielle LouisTune into our conversation with Licensed Mental Health Counselor Danielle Louis to learn more about her approach to crisis management as a therapist.2023-03-2115 min
Humantold PsychotherapyThe Limitation of Education ft. Lisa SiclariLicensed Mental Health Counselor Lisa Siclari shares more about what drew her into the field of mental health.2023-03-0716 min
Humantold PsychotherapyGoal Oriented Approach in Therapy ft. Matt GalloHello Everyone! Join our host Rachel Landman as we get to learn more about Mental Health Counselor Matt Gallo and what drew him into the field of mental health.2023-02-2115 min
Humantold PsychotherapyGenuineness ft. Jennifer BatelicHello Everyone! Join our host Rachel Landman as we get to learn more about Mental Health Counselor Jennifer Batelic and what drew her into the field of mental health. 2023-02-0714 min
Humantold PsychotherapyExploring Safe Spaces ft. Michelle PeprahHello Everyone! Join our host Rachel Landman as well as Mental Health Counselor Michelle Peprah in a discussion of safe spaces within the mental health field. Learn about safe spaces both in and out of the therapy session and what it may mean to hold a safe space. 2023-01-2324 min
Humantold PsychotherapyCreative Therapy ft. Benjamin YoungHello Everyone, Welcome to Humantold! Join our host Rachel Landman in the very first episode of Humantold Psychotherapy. Today Rachel will be talking to guest Benjamin Young about his time at Humantold, what drew him into his work, and how he approaches psychotherapy as a clinician. 2023-01-0924 min