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This Way Up
Welcome to "This Way Up," the podcast dedicated to supporting parents and caregivers navigating the complex world of mental health. Each episode, we dive deep into conversations that matter—exploring the challenges, triumphs, and transformative journeys of those facing mental health struggles within their families. Whether you’re here for expert advice, inspiring stories, or just a little boost to get you through the day, we’ve got you covered. So grab a cup of coffee, kick back, and join us as we find the bright spots in the mental health journey—because we're all climbing our way up together!
This Way Up
How Parenthood Changes Us- Preserving Your Relationship
Parenthood messing with your mind or relationship? Psychologist Marcella Kaplani reveals the truth about Matrescence & Patrescence—and how to survive the emotional shifts.
With 15+ years of experience, she breaks down the real psychological transitions into motherhood and fatherhood that no one talks about. We’re getting raw and real about what changes in your brain, your relationship, and your sense of self when you become a parent—and how to navigate it without losing your mind (or your partner).
Hit play if you're ready to stop pretending everything’s fine and start understanding what’s actually happening behind the scenes of modern parenting. Like, subscribe, and share—because you’re not the only one who needs to hear this.
BIO:
Markella has dedicated her career to assisting adults, parents, and children navigate their mental health challenges.
She holds a Master’s degree in Clinical & Counseling Psychology and has over 15 years of experience in both psychotherapeutic and educational settings.
In working with such a range of people, she’s had the opportunity to develop a comprehensive understanding of the diverse systems that constitute the human experience. As such, she possesses a holistic point of view, understanding the intricacies of interpersonal relationships and their pivotal role in mental health.
After becoming a mom herself, Markella shifted her focus to mothers and couples, recognizing the challenges that parenthood presents, ironically paired with the inordinate lack of assistance provided by our institutions and systems.
Markella is passionate about elevating and empowering parents to reconnect with themselves, their partners, their children, and their dreams. She stands with compassion beside them and offers a path toward a new normal that contains even more love, even more growth, even more connection.
RESOURCES/ REFERENCES:
@markella.kaplani markellakaplani.com/podcast
Instagram.com/markella.kaplani
Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to seek guidance from qualified professionals for their specific situations.