Are We Okay? with licensed therapists, Maddy & Jennifer
Welcome to the podcast where it’s time to talk about talk therapy.
Meet Maddy and Jennifer, two NYC-based licensed therapists who have swapped the couch for the mic to offer listeners a weekly glimpse into life from a clinician’s perspective.
As founders of their own therapy practices—Maddy of Downtown Behavioral Wellness and Jennifer of Manhattan Wellness—both help hundreds of clients each week. Now, they sit down to share stories and insights about the multitude of highs and lows faced in our 20s and 30s, from heartbreak to city living, career moves, and self-confidence, along with practical ways to turn the page each day.
Tune in every Friday for a raw look at their personal journeys as clinical professionals and decade-long friends!
Are We Okay? with licensed therapists, Maddy & Jennifer
are we... freaking out about fertility?
This week Maddy and Jen are diving into a topic that hits hard no matter where you are in life: fertility.
Whether you're partnered, single, child-free by choice, or deep into planning, Maddy and Jen unpack what it means to want (or not want) kids—while confronting timelines, social pressure, and the emotional rollercoaster of egg freezing and family planning.
Key Takeaways:
- Fertility is a mind game as much as a medical one. Whether you're actively trying, freezing your eggs, or not sure what you want yet, the emotional toll of fertility decisions can be intense—and it's okay to feel all of it.
- There’s no “right” timeline. The pressure to hit milestones by a certain age is real, but not always helpful.
- Couples therapy isn’t just for crises. If you and your partner are on different pages about timing, money, or readiness, talking it out before it becomes a problem can make a huge difference.
- Supporting friends through fertility struggles is tricky—but doable.
Radical acceptance, clear boundaries, and reminding yourself that their pregnancy doesn't threaten your future one is key.
Connect with us:
- Email us your questions at: hello@areweokay.com
- Follow Jennifer on Instagram: @manhattan.wellness
- Follow Maddy on Instagram: @downtownbehavioralwellness
Downtown Behavioral Wellness: Founded by Maddy Ellberger, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is a private therapy practice in NYC specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The practice focuses on providing evidence-based treatments for young adults and middle-aged clients dealing with life transitions, anxiety, and the unique challenges of their 20s, 30s, and 40s. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, career stress, or emotional regulation, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is there to support you every step of the way.
Manhattan Wellness: Led by Jennifer Teplin, Manhattan Wellness is a boutique therapy practice dedicated to helping young professionals in New York City. Specializing in issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and major life transitions like dating, engagements, and new motherhood, the team at Manhattan Wellness provides compassionate, individualized care to help clients navigate the ups and downs of their 20s and 30s.
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Co-Host: Maddy Ellberger
Co-Host: Jennifer Teplin
Executive Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach