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Why OCD Is NOT Just Being “So Organized” 🙅
Episode 17
Despite misinformed pop culture statements, OCD isn’t a punchline—it’s a chronic brain loop that can be incredibly challenging for individuals to receive the care they need. In this episode, Val and …
Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago
Help! The Voice in My Head Is… Kind Of a B*tch
Episode 16
If you’ve ever struggled with a rough inner critic, you’re not alone. While the judgments of the world can certainly get in the way of living your best life, we’re often our own worst enemies. But th…
Published on 5 months ago
The One About Adult Friendship 🫂
Episode 15
If you’ve struggled to build or maintain friendships as an adult, you’re not alone – and in this episode, we’ve got you covered!
This episode covers:
02:20 - Tea & Crumpets: Adolescence on Netflix + Li…Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago
Body Grief & Disability Advocacy with Jayne Mattingly
Episode 14
Today’s episode is so exciting as we have our first guest external to The Gaia Center – the phenomenal Jayne Mattingly.
JAYNE MATTINGLY is a disability advocate and eating disorder helping professiona…
Published on 5 months, 4 weeks ago
Parasocial Relationships, AKA The Lopsided Bestie Squad 👯♀️
Episode 13
In this week’s episode, Valerie and Emerson are coming at ya live from the corner of a hotel by the Nashville airport thanks to some less than stellar weather before they head to a hypnotherapy train…
Published on 6 months, 1 week ago
TOO MANY TABS 😶🌫️ The ADHD Episode
Episode 12
Conversations about ADHD (some helpful, some the complete opposite) are practically everywhere in our current world. In this episode, Val and Emerson take a deep dive into what ADHD really is, beyond…
Published on 6 months, 4 weeks ago
The Sleep Episode
Episode 11
Ahhhh, sleep. The thing we spend a third of our life doing and that many people don’t get enough of – grab those jammies and eye masks and let’s talk about sleep!
This episode covers:
01:59 - Tea & Cru…Published on 7 months, 1 week ago
How to Get the Most Out of Therapy
Episode 10
Whether you’re currently in therapy or have been exploring finding a therapist, you’ve probably wondered, “How do I get the most out of therapy?”
In this episode, Valerie and Emerson share their top t…
Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago
Kicking Off the New Year with Compassionate Self-Discipline
Episode 9
2025 is officially here, and in this week’s episode, Val and Emerson are talking all about how to kick off the new year with compassionate self-discipline, instead of the often toxic #newyearnewme me…
Published on 8 months, 1 week ago
Deep Dive on our Fave Besties, ✨ ANXIETY & STRESS ✨
Episode 8
In this week’s episode, Val and Em take a deep dive into two topics that are relatable for pretty much everyone in today’s society – anxiety and stress 😅
From basic definitions, to stats, to practical…
Published on 8 months, 3 weeks ago