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Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
53: Celebrate, Reflect, and Pivot: Closing Out 2024 and Setting Goals for 2025
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we close out 2024 and look ahead to 2025, this final episode of the year is all about celebrating progress, reflecting on what matters most, and em...
52: ADHD Uncovered: Myths, Challenges, and Strengths with Guest Dr. Jessica McCarthy
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re joined by the insightful and refreshingly relatable Dr. McCarthy, a clinical neuropsychologist, psychologist, and school psyc...
51: Thinking About Getting Your Kid a Phone? Tips For Protecting Kids in The Digital Age With Guest Erin Williamson.
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Erin Williamson, the Chief Programs & Strategy Officer at Love146, an organization dedicated to endin...
50: Traumatic Brain Injury Survivor: Nick Prefontaine Shares Story of Resilience and the Power of One Step at a Time
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
At just 14 years old, Nick Prefontaine faced what most of us can't even imagine—a life-threatening snowboarding accident that left him in a coma, wi...
49: Eight Practical Tips For Maintaining Your Mental Health This Holiday Season
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays are here—and while they can be magical, they can also take a real toll on our mental health. Between the Hallmark-worthy fantasies and ...
48: Is Life Feeling Like a Game of Whack-a-Mole, Keeping You Stuck in Reactivity? Get Clear on Your Values to Live with Purpose and Intention.
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the holiday season around the corner, it’s easy to get swept up in the whirlwind of events, obligations, and expectations. But what if there wa...
47: Feeling Stressed About the Holidays? Tips for Navigating the Season With More Intention and Less Overwhelm
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’re kicking off a series on navigating mental and relational health during the holiday season. For many, the holidays can bring anxiety, sadness, ...
46: National Stress Awareness Day: How to Manage Stress and Prioritize Self-Care
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today is National Stress Awareness Day – a day to recognize the effects of stress on our lives and learn how to recognize, manage, and reduce it. Th...
45: How To Repair After Conflict: An Essential Aspect of Individual and Relational Resilience
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Conflict is inevitable in any close relationship. What's important isn't that we avoid rupture but the desire, skillset, and ability to repair. In thi...
44: Feeling Lonely? Building Connection and Meaningful Adult Friendships in a Busy World.
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that the U.S. Surgeon General has called loneliness a public health crisis, with risks as serious as smoking and obesity? Loneliness affe...
43: Do I Have Anxiety or OCD? Understanding OCD with Guest Carrie Bock | OCD Awareness Week
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this episode of The Mental Health Coach podcast! This week is OCD Awareness Week, and we’re diving into an important conversation about ...
42: Do I Need Mental Health Support? How to Find the Right Help—Your Questions Answered
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. experience mental illness each year? For many, that translates into daily struggles with conditions like a...
41: Feeling Overwhelmed or Resentful? Learn How to Set Boundaries to Protect Yourself and Your Relationships
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Last week on the podcast, we had my long-time mentor, friend, and colleague, Juliane Taylor Shore on to talk about her book, Setting Boundaries that S...
40: Setting Boundaries That Stick: Building Practices to Navigate Hard Moments and Build Authentic Relationships with Juliane Taylor Shore
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We know that boundaries are important, but figuring out what those boundaries should be—and how to enforce them—can be challenging. In this episod...
39: Family Law Attorney Shares Insights On Navigating Divorce with Less Conflict And Lower Costs
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that nearly 50% of marriages in the U.S. end in divorce, often leaving parents and children emotionally overwhelmed? In this episo...
38: Suicide Prevention Awareness: The Conversation That Could Save A Life
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to break the silence around a topic that often feels overwhelming. In today’s episode, we’...
37: Therapist Q&A: How to Help Your Anxious Child, Overcoming Perfectionistic Paralysis, and Balancing Accountability and Compassion in Parenting
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are doing a Q&A where I address three questions from listeners of the podcast: 1. How do I help my college student who is...
36: Finding Peace: Author Kimberly Byers on Navigating Grief After Losing Her Mom to Cancer
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
National Grief Awareness Day is August 30th and is dedicated to raising awareness of the many ways in which individuals cope with loss. It offers reso...
35: Change is Hard: Mental Health Strategies for Navigating Life's Transitions
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Change is an inevitable part of life, but that doesn't make it any easier. Whether you're sending your little one off to school for the first time, se...
34: From Body or Food Obsession to Freedom: Health Tips from a Physician Assistant-Turned Health Coach
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like you spend a lot of time thinking about your body or your weight or what you should or shouldn’t be eating? If so, you are not alone...
33: Want to Feel Happier and Less Depressed? Implement THIS!
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many studies over the past decade have found that people who consciously implement gratitude into their lives tend to be happier and less depressed. W...
32: How to Overcome Fear, Shame, and Procrastination To Reach Your Goals
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel stuck or unmotivated in working toward a goal despite your best efforts? You're not alone. This episode explores common obstacles tha...
31: Tangible Tips if You are Feeling Overwhelmed or Burned Out
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It can be hard as an adult to prioritize and find time to take care of our own wants and needs. As a parent, it can feel even harder. The consequences...
30: Part 2: Brain Retraining Coach Katie Nickerson Shares How to Rewire Your Brain for Health & Wellness
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know your brain holds the key to transforming your health? By retraining your brain, you can calm your nervous system and promote healing fr...
29: Part 1: Brain Retraining Coach Katie Nickerson Shares How to Rewire Your Brain for Health & Wellness
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know your brain holds the key to transforming your health? By retraining your brain, you can calm your nervous system and promote healing fr...
28: Breaking the Silence: Men's Mental Health Matters
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
June is Men's Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, yet men often face unique challenges and stigmas...
27: Navigating Parenthood: Katie Hallberg's Inspiring Story of Raising a Transgender Child
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Guest Katie Hallberg shares her journey of parenting her transgender son. She offers wisdom for all parents and gives us insight into the internal wor...
26: The Truth About What's Keeping You Upset and In Conflict
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are often upset or in conflict because of something that we all unconsciously do because we, as humans, are meaning making machines. This episode e...
25: Ten Tips to Work Toward Thriving Instead of Just Surviving This Summer With Kids At Home
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you feel about summers? While I love having more time with our kids and enjoy the slower pace, it also can be challenging with the lack of stru...
24: Mental Health and Wellness Part 2: Ask a Therapist- Getting Down to the Basics of Mental Health (Guest Interview with Joy Johnson)
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I was excited to guest on Joy Johnson's podcast, The Journey to Becoming. Joy is using her platform to spotlight mental health this month for Mental H...
23: Mental Health and Wellness Part 1: Ask a Therapist- Getting Down to the Basics of Mental Health (Guest Interview with Joy Johnson)
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I was excited to guest on Joy Johnson's podcast, The Journey to Becoming. Joy is using her platform to spotlight mental health this month for Mental H...
22: Mental Health Awareness Month: Do You Or A Loved One Struggle With Anxiety? Here's What You Need to Know.
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In light of Mental Health Awareness Month, this episode explores the most commonly diagnosed mental health disorder, anxiety. We will talk about the d...
21: Mental Health Awareness Month: An Overview of What You Need to Know
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It is Mental Health Awareness Month and this episode explores what mental health is, how to identify if you or someone you know (including your child)...
20: Tired of Living on Autopilot? Incorporate THIS to Help You Live With More Purpose and Intention.
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our lives are short and precious, but with the many tasks and demands of adulting (and parenting), it is easy to just push through the days in order t...
19: Struggling After Trauma? Here Are 10 Things I Learned About Trauma From Being a Columbine High Student.
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If trauma has changed you, there is nothing wrong with you and you’re not doing it wrong. Trauma has an ongoing impact on how we think, how we perce...
18: Struggling or Going Through Something Hard? Here Are Tips to Get You Through.
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We all go through tough times. When we are having a hard time, it is easy to want to numb out, withdraw, or ruminate. This episode provides strategies...
17: Want to Feel More Creative & Energized and Less Anxious or Depressed? Try this.
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a world that values productivity and checking things off of the to do list, it can feel like we don't have time to rest. Studies show, though, that...
16: I Feel Lonely and Disconnected. What Can I Do About It?
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the pathway to connection and leaning into vulnerability in order to feel less alone and more fulfilled in our relationshi...
15: Tips for Learning Your Nervous System and How to Move Back Into Regulation to Handle Life’s Stressors
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The "window of tolerance" is a concept commonly used in psychology and mental health to describe an optimal state of arousal where a person is best ab...
14: Getting Real About The Discomfort of Growth and Change
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you lived to be 78, the average age of death, how many years do you have left? That might sound morbid, but I think there is something powerful abo...
13: How Do I Talk With My Kids About Body Safety And Try To Keep Them Safe From Sexual Abuse?
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Child sexual abuse is a significant health issue with lasting impact for survivors. Over 90% of perpetrators are someone that child knows and is famil...
12: Why Do I Continue to Repeat Behaviors That I Want to Stop, And What Can I Do?
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We all have behaviors and symptoms that we don't feel serve us and that we wish we could stop doing or get rid of. Whether it is sabotaging relationsh...
11: Guest Bess Hilpert Shares Her Experiences of Childhood Abuse and Trauma and Her Journey Toward Healing and Finding ”I”
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Trigger warning: This episode includes dialogue around sensitive issues including childhood abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, rape, suicidal ideation and ...
10: Why Does Conflict Go Badly With My Partner, And What Can We Do Differently?
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Every couple (and relationship) has conflict. Many times, we don't act how we want to or may feel like we turn into a different version of ourselves w...
9: Get Back That Lovin’ Feeling: What To Do And What Not To Do In Your Relationship With Your Partner
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like you and your partner have fallen into routines of co-managing but you are missing that connection and spark? Are you wanting to feel ...
8: Organization, Routines, and Non-Negotiables to Decrease Stress + Improve Your Mental Health
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does cleaning, organizing, and identifying your core needs have to do with mental health? As it turns out, there is a lot of evidence to support ...
7: Navigating Stress: A Guide to Understanding and Managing It
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stress is an inherent biological response to a perceived threat, triggering a cascade of chemicals and hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol throug...
6: Emotions: What They Are, Why They Matter, and How to Navigate Them
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Emotions get a bad rap in our society. However, emotions help us to understand ourselves and our world better. Our emotions help us understand who we ...
5: How Conscious Awareness Can Improve Your Life & Relationships + How to Teach Your Kids About Their Internal Worlds
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Teaching individuals to observe their own minds and stay attuned to their inner workings is one of the most important skills I teach as a mental healt...
4: The Power of Self-Talk: Unlocking the Magic of Self-Compassion
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you talk to yourself? Have you ever thought about it? Most of us have a running dialogue going much of the time be it positive, negative or neu...
3: Setting Resolutions and Intentions for 2024 + Strategies to Improve Your Mental Health
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For those that celebrate, Christmas is now over and the new year is right around the corner. And with a new year comes ideas about what we want our ye...
2: Navigating Grief During the Holidays
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays can be a super difficult time for folks who are grieving. Emotions tend to be amplified during the holiday anyway, and grief in particula...
1: Practical Tips for Maintaining Your Mental Health this Holiday Season
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the last two weeks, I have talked with so many friends and clients about the holidays and what it brings up for them. While we are sold the idea of...
Trailer: Welcome!
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Between the Two of Us, a Mental Health podcast. Grab a cup of coffee or slide on your tennis shoes for a walk while we explore what it mean...