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Hosted by Brittany Beninga Shante Whalen · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 31 episodes
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Have you always wondered what your therapist or your psychology professor REALLY thinks about mental health topics or maybe what their life is like as the mental health professions? Well then join us for a thought-provoking podcast where two passionate mental health therapists come together to explore the intricacies of mental well-being. Each week, therapist and practicing clinician, Brittany, teams up with esteemed professor and therapist, Shante, to dive into a range of mental health topics. From the latest research findings to everyday coping strategies, we share insights, personal anecdotes, and professional opinions that illuminate the challenges and triumphs of mental health. Whether you’re a mental health professional, a student, or simply someone interested in understanding your mind better, this podcast offers a blend of expertise and relatability. Tune in for engaging discussions, expert interviews, and practical advice aimed at fostering resilience, understanding, and growt
Brittany Beninga Shante Whalen hosts Your Therapist Is My Best Friend, a health show with 31 episodes published.
Hey friend — we just wrapped up our first year of the podcast and dove into everything from holiday therapy needs to why New Years resolutions usually fail. We chat realistic goal-setting, the cycle of change, meaningful
Hey friend — we chatted about ADHD’s history, how it shows up (and gets misdiagnosed), and why our overstimulating world might be making things worse — plus practical, down-to-earth tips like body-doubling, task stacking
Hey friend — this episode feels like a cozy chat about exactly what it’s like to live in a brain that never stops buzzing. Shante shares real moments of her life and her experiences with ADHD: family, masking, grad schoo
Hey! Welcome friends, in this episode we celebrate the surprising, powerful parts of therapy: the unbiased perspective, the relief of being truly heard, and those tiny metaphors (roller coaster vs. carousel!) that quietl
Hey friend — come hang out with Shante and Brittany as they get uncomfortably honest about what makes therapy so dang hard: crisis shifts, insurance headaches, emotional exhaustion, and the weight of mandated reporting.
Hey friend! This episode dives into how AI is popping up everywhere: sometimes super helpful, sometimes dangerously misleading. We talk about real risks and pros of its use in the realm of mental health. We discuss why h
Hey friend — we’re Shante and Brittany. We are here to chat about the messy, real-life ethics therapists actually wrestle with: HIPAA and privacy, when records get subpoenaed, gifts, hugs, dual relationships, notes, and
Come hang out with Shante, Brittany and Brittany's mom as we get real about parenting, anxiety, and how families change over time. Expect laughs, those stomach-drop honest moments, and simple takeaways about regulation,
Hey friend — want a cozy, real convo about empathy? We dive into what empathy actually is, how to tell if you’re an empath, and the tools therapists use to "step in" and "step out" so you don’t get emotionally hijacked.
Hey friend! Welcome back to Season 2. We’re are so happy to have you joining us for our next season! We are starting off strong with a recap of what we have been up to all summer and telling you all about the messy truth
Hey there, friend! Welcome back to the final episode of the season, and we're thrilled you're here. Shante and Brittany, your go-to gals for all things mental health and psychology, are wrapping up their insightful journ
Hey friend! 🌟 In this episode, we're diving into the world of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy. It's like magic for trauma healing! Shante and Brittany break down what EMDR is all about—think
Join us on a fascinating journey into the world of dreams where Shante and Brittany, your friendly neighborhood therapists, share their in-depth insights into the mysterious realms of sleep and dreaming. This episode div
Hey there, welcome to another episode of Your Therapist is My Best Friend! This time, we're diving into a subject that affects us all every single day - sleep! Join us as we chat about how our brains work hard even when
Have you ever found yourself at a crossroads about letting your kids have a sleepover? You're not alone! Join us as we dive into the great sleepover debate - exploring the rational fears and the undeniable joys they brin
Hey there! It’s time to dive into the nitty-gritty of perfectionism with us as we unpack how it affects our lives, our minds, and even our self-esteem. Did you know this obsession with doing everything just right might b
Hey there! Join us in this episode as we break down the real differences between anxiety and panic attacks, and why it's totally okay to feel what you're feeling. We dive deep into relatable scenarios with students and c
Hey there, friend! 😊 Join us for a cozy chat as Shante and Brittany, two therapists and besties, spill the tea on mental health diagnosis, symptoms, and disorders. Want to know the difference between all of these terms?
Hey there! Have you ever wondered how you best process information and your emotions? Well, welcome to "Your Therapist is My Best Friend," where we, Shante and Brittany, dive into the world of processing, specifically ve
Hey friend! You're in for a candid and fun ride in this episode as Shante and Brittany dive deep into the tricky waters of self-awareness. We unfold the very essence of understanding our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors
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