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Life Is Hard PodcastADHD Is Hard- Part 1Welcome to our two-part ADHD series! In part 1, Dr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie discuss misconceptions and stigmas surrounding ADHD, what ADHD ACTUALLY is (an executive functioning dysfunction) and how it works in the brain, and what the evaluation process for getting a diagnosis of ADHD looks like. This episode will help you gain a greater understanding of ADHD and how ADHD manifests in children and adults. *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.2025-07-3036 minLife Is Hard PodcastAnxiety Is HardThis week's episode is like an anxiety boot camp! Dr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie explore the whole spectrum of anxiety- from low levels to full blown panic- as well as where anxiety comes from, why we all have it, and what to do to decrease anxiety at every level of the spectrum. They explore multiple different skills and strategies to try the next time you are anxious, and they discuss exactly what they would tell their patients in the therapy room. *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE F...2025-07-2349 minLife Is Hard PodcastCBT is HardIn this episode, Dr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie talk all things CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). They discuss what CBT is, different ways of applying CBT to treatment, specific techniques a CBT therapist would use, and they even do a live role-play of what a therapy session with a CBT therapist might look like. *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.2025-07-1638 minLife Is Hard PodcastMotivation Is HardHave you ever struggled to "get motivated" or "stay happy"? So have we- because both of those things, as we know them, are not real! In this episode, Dr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie dive into the Motivation Myth and the Happiness Trap- two perspective shifts that can radically change the way you view your life and show up for yourself. *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.2025-07-0938 minLife Is Hard PodcastFirst Sessions Are HardIn this episode, Dr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie dive into what a first session with a client or patient might look like as their therapist. They discuss general principles that should be part of all first sessions, and what to focus on in the first session regardless of the type of patient you are seeing for therapy. *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.2025-07-0225 minLife Is Hard PodcastBoundaries Are HardDo you have a hard time setting boundaries in your relationships? With family, friends, coworkers, or romantic partners? If so, this episode is for you. Setting boundaries is hard, and Dr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie explore some possible reasons why this might be difficult for you. They also discuss some specific skills and strategies you can use to practice setting boundaries in your life. *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.2025-06-2527 minLife Is Hard PodcastDating Is HardHaving a hard time finding the right person for you? You are not alone! Dating is hard, and we're here to help. In this episode, Dr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie discuss why you might be having trouble obtaining or maintaining healthy, stable, secure relationships, and what to do to change that. From attachment styles to societal pressure to specific strategies you can practice, we cover it all! *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.2025-06-1840 minLife Is Hard PodcastBecoming a Psychologist is HardDr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie give an overview of the path to becoming a clinical psychologist. From undergrad to post-graduate school and everything in between, they explain the steps you need to take if you are thinking about becoming a psychotherapist. *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.2025-06-1128 minLife Is Hard PodcastRuminating is HardHave you ever found yourself unable to stop thinking about something, no matter how hard you try to get rid of the thoughts? Ruminating and overthinking about a situation, and getting upset because of it? If so, this episode is for you! Dr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie dive in to a step by step explanation of one of the most helpful techniques for letting go of unwanted thoughts. *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.2025-06-0425 minLife Is Hard PodcastAcceptance is HardWhat is acceptance? How do I accept a reality that I do not want to be true? In this episode, Dr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie explore the skill of radical acceptance-- an extremely useful and powerful tool to try when there is nothing you can do to change the reality of a situation you are in. If your partner breaks up with you, if your friend blocks your number, if your job fires you, or even if you are stuck in traffic---the most helpful thing you can do is practice acceptance. *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST I...2025-05-2838 min
Life Is Hard PodcastBreakups Are Hard (Romantic, Friendship, & Job Breakups)In this episode, Dr. Nicole and Dr. Jackie dive into how to deal with all different types of breakups-- romantic, friendship, and losing your job. This episode walks you through how to effectively move through grief and loss, and offers specific skills and strategies to do so. *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.2025-05-2140 minLife Is Hard PodcastIntro Episode - Meet Your Hosts Dr. Nicole & Dr. Jackie!Meet your hosts of the Life is Hard Podcast - Dr. Nicole King and Dr. Jaclyn Gordon! We are two licensed clinical psychologists working in New York City, with a passion for making psychotherapy accessible for all. We want this podcast to act as one of your weekly therapy sessions, and we want to hear from all of you. Every episode is going to be based on real life questions written in from our viewers about current challenges and struggles they are facing. We're so happy you're here! *DISCLAIMER* THIS PODCAST IS INTENDED FOR E...2025-05-2111 min
Total Movie RecallTMR 053 – The Devil's Advocate This week on Total Movie Recall, it’s Steve’s turn to not get it when Ryan forces him to snooze this way through the 1997 hambone, The Devil’s Advocate. This movie has it all -- a grand guignol of sex, violence, operatic depictions of Hell and Satan, Keanu swinging and missing, Pacino putting his blood pressure medication to the test -- and yet, somehow, it’s still boring! Please don’t waste Steve’s time with these faux-provocations. Show him something really controversial, like a basketball game. The Devil's Advocate (1997) d. Taylor Hackford2021-01-101h 39