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Therapy is my TherapyBonus - Horsin' around with Amanda Slugoski, equine therapistAfter our epic conversation (Ep. 12, go check it out!), Amanda Slugoski, equine therapist, stayed for a few minutes to answer a few questions.
In this bonus episode, she describes:
What is a safe state experience, and how animals can facilitate the rewiring of a traumatised nervous system
Do horses need to decompress after a therapy session, like their human counterparts?
How her relationship with horses changed, after she retired from competing in equestrian, to incorporating horses and equines into animal-assisted therapy
Learn more about Amanda and her therapy clinic at Equinox Therapeutic
Find out more...2024-08-2216 min
Therapy is my TherapyEquine-librium, ft. Amanda Slugoski, M.A.Episode Summary
Equine therapy; does it involve horses laying on a couch, talking about their fear of intimacy? Or is it therapy for humans, given by horses? Perhaps a therapist throw you on top of a horse and ask you about your relationship with your mother.
We wanted to know, so we contacted Amanda Slugoksi. She is a registered psychologist, and founder of Equinox Therapeutic, which provides both traditional and equine-assisted therapy to patients.
Amanda got into what equine therapy is, how it can bypass a lot of the hurdles that traditional therapists...2024-08-031h 00
Therapy is my TherapyAm I doing therapy right, ft. Rob Murray | Pt. 2/2Episode Notes
To recap, the first episode talks about what events landed him in therapy, and what his first sessions felt like.
In this episode, we get into topics such as what could have possibly led Rob to seek help sooner, the cyclical nature of our behaviour and beliefs, and the long-reaching effects of childhood trauma.
This was such an emotional, beautiful episode, and we are eternally grateful that Rob allowed us to share his story.
Chapters
(0:00) - Mic drop
(1:14) - What could have sped up going to therapy?
(3:57) - The home...2024-07-0737 min
Therapy is my TherapyAm I doing therapy right? Ft. Rob Murray | Pt. 1/2Episode Notes
Our mission at TIMT is to demystify what goes on in a therapy session, and to help others on their mental health and healing journey. Thing is, it's not very useful when it's just Tanya and Olivia talking about their respective experiences as a client; diversity is key.
So we invited Rob, aka Robo Murray onto the podcast to talk about his foray into seeking therapy. At the time, he just started this part of his healing journey, and we get into things such as:
What led him to realise that he...2024-06-3040 min
Therapy is my TherapySlow on the Intake (Tanya)Episode Description
Stories are one of the most powerful ways for us to relate and teach others.
In this episode, co-host Tanya lays bare the experiences and events that led to her seeking mental health support. Through adversity such as physical abuse, bullying, racism, and toxic partners, Olivia and Tanya examine and discuss the motivations, and lessons learned.
Furthermore, they talk about the process in finding the right therapist, and common pitfalls of how people often approach therapy.
Resources:
Somatic Therapy
Internal Family Systems Therapy
Key points
How corporal punishment...2024-03-2737 min
Therapy is my TherapyMandatory Reporting"If[therapy] is a pyramid, confidentiality sits right at the base."
podcast guest Kora, aka the Aviation Therapist explains how client confidentiality is sacrosanct to mental health professionals.
In this bonus episode, she and co-host Olivia explains the ins and outs of the mandatory reporting laws in their states, and a surprising factoid about how Olivia is required to warn an intended victim, in the state of New Jersey.
This was an excerpt from Ep.9 on mental health in the aviation industry; we felt it was so important, it deserved its own standalone episode.
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Therapy is my TherapyGrounded: why pilots go radio silent about their mental health, ft. Kora the Aviation TherapistHow do pilots navigate the landscape of mental wellness?
While pilots suffer the same stresses, setbacks, and issues as the rest of us, they're not comfortable with seeking professional help, because they risk having their wings clipped by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
This leaves them between a rock and a hard place, and as a result, so many suffer in silence.
For Kora Kresin, (BA,MS), that doesn't fly with her.
A licensed therapist, she saw how people within the aviation industry feared losing their pilot's license if they spoke...2024-02-2355 min
Therapy is my TherapyThe Upward SpiralEpisode Description
The term “Upward Spiral” was something Tanya coined, in regards to the process of progress. Oftentimes, she felt as though she kept repeating the same mistakes, over and over, but her therapist told me that she viewed it similarly to “circles on a record player.” That is, while similar situations may occur, every time we choose differently, we progress outward.
We also introduce a section called “General Banter,” which ended up turning into an epic discussion about infinity, and how we get mad at physics, so we are coining this one, “General Relativity Banter.”
...2024-01-2736 min
Therapy is my TherapyThere's no crying in baseball chokes with guest Erin Herle.According to coaches and society, crying is for weak babies who can't Do the Thing.
However, is it really a sign of weakness, or is it a valid emotional response to a high-intensity situation?
Erin Herle, BBJ Black belt, mental health advocate, and mental performance coach, has a lot to say on this topic, as she draws from her experience as a woman competitor in a male-dominated sport, and as a performance coach with a masters in sports psychology.
She also shares her experience in utilizing emotional intelligence in competitive BJJ as a...2023-12-271h 01
Therapy is my TherapySlow on the Intake, Pt i - Meet Olivia Pruznick, LPCWhy do people who have been hurt the worst, often pursue professions where they can heal others?
Tanya and Olivia aim to answer that question in this episode, as they go through the experiences and challenges that shaped Olivia’s outlook on the world, and ultimately, influenced her choice to become a therapist.
Furthermore, they discuss topics such as the complications that arise when therapists try to seek therapy, the struggle to identify their own traumas while helping others cope with theirs, and the uphill task of navigating the dynamics of relationships while undergoing change. ...2023-11-1648 min
Therapy is my TherapyWalking wounded - First Responders & therapyUnderstanding the Psychological Challenges of First Responders
This discussion goes into the unique psychological challenges first responders face, touching on their need for specialized therapists who understand their lived experiences. Tanya reads a listener comment that reveals first responders often find their occupational trauma difficult to explain, and how minor incidents can often be more distressing than major disasters.
Therapy can help them manage their stress and professional trauma, even if the therapist hasn't lived the same experiences, as therapists can empathize and offer coping mechanisms. The importance of addressing personal life stresses, described as...2023-11-0308 min
Therapy is my TherapyHome(ostasis) for the HolidaysSurviving the Holidays
"This year will be different," we think to ourselves, as we've had a full 365 days in between the last time we endured the gauntlet of invasive questions about our dating lives, eating habits, and political views that is the Holiday Season.
Spoiler: It probably won't be.
That said, it doesn't have to end with you hiding in the bathroom, scarfing down handfuls of stolen sweet potato pie in an attempt to induce a food coma to avoid another excruciating minute with your family.
In this bonus episode of "...2023-10-1811 min
Therapy is my TherapyWhy did it have to be snakes?"We are not drugs, and we are tired of people thinking that." - Mother Ayahuasca
Join us in this special bonus episode as we delve into a transformative experience with Plant Medicine Facilitator, Dr. David Zwoboda, DPT.
Discover how a pivotal Ayahuasca encounter shattered preconceptions and revealed a deeper connection with consciousness. David shares personal insights, from breaking the rules of preparation to encountering the tobacco spirit, offering a unique perspective on the healing power of plant medicine. Plus, Tanya makes it weird by talking about dreams of going to school with no pants on.
2023-10-1105 min
Therapy is my TherapyHey! You got your plant medicine in my talk therapy! Ft. Dr. David ZwobodaEpisode Summary
This episode features a conversation with Dr. David Zwoboda (DPT), a traditional physical therapist turned plant medicine healer. David discusses the role plant medicine played in his own mental health journey and how he unintentionally transitioned into the role of a psychedelic facilitator.
Together, Olivia and David explore how talk therapy and plant medicine can work both separately and in conjunction with each other to create sustainable change.
Tanya provides her own experience with both modalities and how they have impacted her.
Lastly, David discusses the importance of ethics...2023-10-0549 min
Therapy is my TherapyTherapist are human, after allWhat happens when a therapist is sick, tired, or having a cursed day?
They can’t just call a substitute, like your science teacher did, that one time they got food poisoning.
Although Olivia can’t just phone the PE Teacher, and have them wheel in the TV and put on an episode of “Bill Nye the Science Guy”, she does have skills in her repertoire that allow her to remain present in order to hold space for her client.
Tanya discusses how once again, small things, all things; she init...2023-09-1840 min
Therapy is my TherapyBonus Episode - "BJJ is my therapy" & "I don't need therapy, I can just talk to my friends!"Episode Notes
"Stop trying to make "BJJ is my therapy" happen, it's never going to happen."
Olivia and Tanya channel their inner Mean Girl and dissect and discuss how most BJJ grapplers are willing to spend 60 - 90 minutes simulating pyjama murder, but curiously, they aren't willing to sit in a room and talk to someone for 50 minutes.
Also, Olivia divulges what difficulties she can face in her friendships, if she's forced to put on her therapist hat and robe.
Find out more at http://therapyismytherapy.coRead transcript2023-09-0505 min
Therapy is my TherapyThe cost of not feeling your feelingsIn this episode, co-hosts Tanya and Olivia discuss the cost of _not_ prioritizing your mental health, as well as the various ways therapy can act as preventative care instead of crisis management.
Olivia breaks down major barriers to getting started, including the high financial and emotional buy-in necessary to make progress in therapy.
Olivia also goes into the complexities of differentiating from your parents and how to step into who you want to be outside of what your family wants from you. Tanya shares her experience growing up with a mother who tried to shield...2023-09-0121 minTherapy is my Therapy"I'm Emotionally chinny"Everyone has to pay the pain (pied) piper, eventually.
In this episode, co-host Tanya shares her experiences of being "emotionally chinny" and dissociating as a coping mechanism to handle trauma. With the support of her therapist, Katherine, Tanya delves into the transformative power of reconnecting with her body and emotions.
Co-host and licensed counselor Olivia Pruznick sheds light on the common disconnect between the mind and body and emphasizes the importance of embracing the full range of human emotions for deeper healing. She draws parallels to athletes' performances and the mind-body relationship, illustrating the significance...2023-08-2532 minTherapy is my TherapySmall things, all things. The only way to trust a therapist, is to let them in when you're vulnerable.
Co-hostTanya delves into the significance of inner child work, offering insights into the process of visualizing and comforting the wounded inner child as a means of healing and self-compassion. The discussion also highlights the common shame associated with past traumas and the scientific basis behind the perpetual fight-or-flight response triggered by PTSD.
Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on trauma, self-empowerment, and healing as we navigate the complexities of emotional well-being and reclaim our inner strength.
Chapters
2023-08-1116 minTherapy is my TherapyTIMT TrailerIn this trailer for "Therapy is my Therapy", hosts Olivia Pruznick and Tanya Lam delve into an often overlooked aspect of pain tolerance – its potential downsides. While having a high pain threshold is often admired as a sign of resilience in domains like athletics and martial arts, there's a darker side that merits exploration.
Episode one drops mid-August, so stay posted. We're excited to delve deep, and make therapy a bit less intimidating.
Music credit:
Love Feels - Ryan Little
Released June 13, 2023
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