In today's episode Michael and Andy discuss how to navigate setting boundaries with family and friends around the holidays! The holidays are meant to be a time of good cheer, not overwhelming resentment and stress. Naturally we'll have a little...

In today's episode Michael and Andy discuss trauma, how to heal from it, and what the process of healing tends to look like. They also discuss the difference between single event and complex PTSD.

In today's episode Michael and Andy discuss several questions that we commonly get as therapists. Enjoy!

Today's episode Michael and Andy discuss parenting neurodivergent children. What is neurodivergence? What are some misconceptions? What are some tips and tricks for boundary setting? How can you increase emotional expression and understanding? ...

In today's episode Michael and Andy discuss how damaging social media can be to our mental health and especially to our relationships when we allow outrage and division to permeate. They explore the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk and the ...

In Today's episode Michael and Andy discuss how trust in relationships can be difficult... especially when it is broken. 

In today's episode Michael and Andy analyze all of the mental health parallels they noticed while watching K-Pop Demon Hunters!

In today's episode Michael and Andy discuss anger as an emotion in all of its manifestations. Sometimes anger can be explosive and unhealthy, but it can also be very healthy to experience and express.

In today's episode Michael and Andy discuss the Gottman's new book "Fight Right." Conflict is often viewed as a negative aspect of relationships but we're here to back up the Gottman's research: conflict need not be negative and destructive. Le...

In today's episode Michale and Andy discuss resentment and how it affects relationships. They explore what makes it so corrosive in relationships and how to address it.

In today's episode Michael and Andy discuss the value of mental health diagnosis and what to watch out for in the day of social media and mental health TikTok.

In this episode Michael Medley offers some guidance and keys to help improve your marriage and relationships. There are some clear patterns that show up in intimate relationships, being able to recognize these patterns in yourself and your marr...

In this episode Michael Medley, LPC give a brief book review of The 7 LOVE Agreements by Douglas Weiss. These agreements will help to improve your relationship and increase intimacy. The 7 LOVE Agreements include: 1. Faithfulness, 2. Patience, ...

In today's episode Michael and Andy break down several ways you can vet therapists to find the best fit for you! They cover the value of the free 15 minute consult most therapists offer, what questions to ask a potential therapist, red flags to...

In today's episode Michael and Andy discuss how valuable self care routines can be- but how they can also turn into something more like avoidance.

In today's show Michael and Andy unpack the difference between guilt and shame and more importantly- how to address your shame when you do experience it.

In today's episode Michael & Andy break down emotional regulation and how to improve it in 5 steps!

In today's episode Michael and Andy break down EMDR therapy- what it is, why it's so effective, and some common misconceptions about it. Enjoy!

What is assertiveness and how do I develop it in a healthy manner?Assertiveness is the ability to say what you need, want, feel, or think in a positive, direct manner without being too aggressive or passive. Assertiveness allow...

Technical/Psychological Definition:Codependency is a dysfunctional relationship pattern in which individuals develop an excessive emotional or psychological reliance on another person, often to the detriment of their own well-being. It i...

Ep. 070 Types of SeparationsWhat are some reasons people may think about separation? The “Deal Breakers” vs the Small Perpetual Problems. (Othen times the “deal breakers” we proclaim in ...

“What’s one thing you’d like to accomplish this year?”Common Pitfalls with ResolutionsUse the SMART framework (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant,Time-bound).Staying Engaged with GoalsTrack Progress:○ Use apps, j...

In today's episode Michael and Andy discuss the phenomenon of "Phubbing" aka: snubbing somebody in your real life because your attention is on your phone. They break down research, ways to be self aware and not lose sight of valuable human conn...

EP. 067: Wisdom from QuotesDr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife - “We prefer the fantasy that we are owed happiness to the idea that we need to take responsibility for creating it.”Hippocrates - “Before you heal someone, a...