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Therapy in a Nutshell

By: Therapy in a Nutshell -Emma McAdam
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  • I’m Emma McAdam, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and my mission is to make mental health resources more easy to access. I take therapy skills and psychological research and condense them down into bite-sized nuggets of help. I’m here to spread the message that while mental illness is real, it’s common, it’s debilitating, it’s also treatable. There are dozens of research-backed approaches to treating depression, anxiety, and other mental illness. Change, growth, and healing are possible. Please keep courage! Try one little thing every day to improve your life and health and things can get so much better! Therapy in a Nutshell, and the information provided by Emma McAdam, is solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. Therapy in a Nutshell and it’s logo are Registered Trademarks of Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC
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  • Menopause and Mental Health with Dr. Mary Claire Haver
    May 3 2024

    Learn more about Menopause, and Dr. Haver's book and other treatments at https://thepauselife.com/

    Menopause can really impact mental health, but there are effective treatments, you don’t just have to grit your way through it, so let’s talk about it, and I’m excited to have menopause expert Dr. Mary-Claire Haver here to share the medical aspect of it.

    Looking for affordable online counseling? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off your first month: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell

    Learn more in one of my in-depth mental health courses: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com

    Support my mission on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/therapyinanutshell

    Sign up for my newsletter: https://www.therapyinanutshell.com

    Check out my favorite self-help books: https://kit.co/TherapyinaNutshell/best-self-help-books

    Therapy in a Nutshell and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. In therapy I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, positive psychology, and a bio-psycho-social approach to treating mental illness and other challenges we all face in life. The ideas from my videos are frequently adapted from multiple sources. Many of them come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, especially the work of Steven Hayes, Jason Luoma, and Russ Harris. The sections on stress and the mind-body connection derive from the work of Stephen Porges (the Polyvagal theory), Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing) Francine Shapiro (EMDR), and Bessel Van Der Kolk. I also rely heavily on the work of the Arbinger Institute for my overall understanding of our ability to choose our life's direction.

    And deeper than all of that, the Gospel of Jesus Christ orients my personal worldview and sense of security, peace, hope, and love https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe

    If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or your local emergency services.

    Copyright Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC

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    46 mins
  • Breathing Exercises for Anxiety: Day 25 Break the Anxiety Cycle
    Apr 29 2024

    Take the online course Break the Anxiety Cycle in 30 Days: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/anxietyskills

    In this video, you'll explore effective breathing exercises and a deep breathing technique to combat anxiety. We will talk about deep breathing, 4-7-8 breathing, box breathing and belly breathing. By focusing on deep breathing and other techniques, it empowers you to regain control over anxiety symptoms, enhancing your mental well-being for daily life.

    Looking for affordable online counseling? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off your first month: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell

    Learn more in one of my in-depth mental health courses: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com

    Support my mission on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/therapyinanutshell

    Sign up for my newsletter: https://www.therapyinanutshell.com

    Check out my favorite self-help books: https://kit.co/TherapyinaNutshell/best-self-help-books

    Therapy in a Nutshell and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. In therapy I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, positive psychology, and a bio-psycho-social approach to treating mental illness and other challenges we all face in life. The ideas from my videos are frequently adapted from multiple sources. Many of them come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, especially the work of Steven Hayes, Jason Luoma, and Russ Harris. The sections on stress and the mind-body connection derive from the work of Stephen Porges (the Polyvagal theory), Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing) Francine Shapiro (EMDR), and Bessel Van Der Kolk. I also rely heavily on the work of the Arbinger Institute for my overall understanding of our ability to choose our life's direction.

    And deeper than all of that, the Gospel of Jesus Christ orients my personal worldview and sense of security, peace, hope, and love https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe

    If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or your local emergency services.

    Copyright Therapy in a Nutshell, LL

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    19 mins
  • Sensory Needs Quiz- Your Sensory Needs Assessment
    Apr 19 2024

    Download the assessment here: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/pl/2148296708

    Have you ever found yourself feeling overwhelmed, irritable, or simply drained by your surroundings? It's not uncommon to experience these emotions, especially in a world that's constantly buzzing with activity and stimuli. But what many people don’t realize is that these feelings could be closely tied to our sensory needs. Understanding and acknowledging our unique sensory preferences is like discovering the secret code to feeling more comfortable and at ease in our daily lives. In this Podcast, we’ll explore what your specific sensory needs are in each of the 7 sensory areas, and we’ll talk about how you can adapt to them. Because this can help you regulate your emotions and improve your mental health. So, let’s jump in.

    Looking for affordable online counseling? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off your first month: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell

    Learn more in one of my in-depth mental health courses: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com

    Support my mission on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/therapyinanutshell

    Sign up for my newsletter: https://www.therapyinanutshell.com

    Check out my favorite self-help books: https://kit.co/TherapyinaNutshell/best-self-help-books

    Therapy in a Nutshell and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. In therapy I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, positive psychology, and a bio-psycho-social approach to treating mental illness and other challenges we all face in life. The ideas from my videos are frequently adapted from multiple sources. Many of them come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, especially the work of Steven Hayes, Jason Luoma, and Russ Harris. The sections on stress and the mind-body connection derive from the work of Stephen Porges (the Polyvagal theory), Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing) Francine Shapiro (EMDR), and Bessel Van Der Kolk. I also rely heavily on the work of the Arbinger Institute for my overall understanding of our ability to choose our life's direction.

    And deeper than all of that, the Gospel of Jesus Christ orients my personal worldview and sense of security, peace, hope, and love https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe

    If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or your local emergency services.

    Copyright Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC

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highly insightful

wonderfully helpful. keeps it simple and positive. worth a listen on your search for self discovery.

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Incredibly Beneficial

This easy to listen to and understand podcast is a useful tool in learning about and improving emotional health. I feel that applying the tips found here to my own life is helpful to me as well as people around me. Recommended for anyone wishing to improve their mind (and body) as well as their relationships.

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Life Changing

I have been in therapy for the most part of 20 years, and I have learned more from Emma than any therapist I’ve worked with. From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU.

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Good tips!!

Emma McAdams is easy to understand and I can't wait to implement the tips!

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An Outstanding Mental Wellness Resource

I've been listening to Emma on Spotify and YouTube and I was thrilled to see her content on here as well. It's rare to get access to such a high quality resource without paying a ton of money for it. I work in mental health and I feel inspired by every episode. This podcast is helping me to help others. Thank you Emma!

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These podcasts are life changing.

The mental health assistance I've received from my medical provider (Kaiser) has been a total failure. Thanks to podcasts like this, I am well on the way to self-healing. I learned about Emma on YouTube, and it gave me the motivation to listen and learn more about my BPD, which snowballed into a deep dive into many aspects of psychology and mental health disorders. Emma's videos and podcasts brought me to a place I never thought I'd reach again. I couldn't be more grateful. I'm 51 years old and attempted suicide over a year ago. Now, for the first time in the past 20 years, I feel like I want to live to see what's around the corner.

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What a great podcast!

Emma is so informative and easy on the ears and brain. I have learned so much from her podcasts!

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