What the Feels

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the series, "From the stars in the Sky to the Fish in the Sea" with fellow friend and therapist, Miriam Kolni.

Miriam Kolni, LMFT (she/her) is an affirming therapist who specializes in working with those in the LGBTQ+ community and their various relationships. Miriam works with individuals, couples, and families, believing that every person deserves to be treated with respect and as a whole human being, no matter their gender identity, sexual orientation, relationship type, cultural background, skin color, religion, or any other part of their identity.

Miriam completed her Master of Science degree in Family Therapy from Texas Woman's University and has worked in both community and private practice settings since 2018. Her training background also includes performing evaluations and write letters of support for gender-affirming medical care using the Gender Affirmative and Supportive Surgery Evaluation Tool (Gender ASSET) and becoming an EMDR Trained Therapist to target a wide array of distressing issues including trauma.

Miriam has her own private practice, Whole Congruence Therapy, PLLC, where she currently sees clients from all over Texas via video therapy.

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the character of Ahsoka Tano from the "Star Wars" Franchise with Rachel Tipsword!

Rachel Tipsword is a LMSW in Plano, TX who is supervised by Suisan Walker, LCSW-S. She is passionate about helping kids, teens, and young adults who are struggling with OCD, anxiety, ARFID or other eating disorders feel more confident and in control of their lives. She has seen how hard it can be as a parent to watch your child deal with these challenges, and her goal is to give both parents and children the tools you need to see real progress.

Rachel's website: https://www.layerscs.com

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the fantasy book series "A Court of Thorns and Roses" with Bailee Doherty and Meagan Garza!

Bailee Doherty is a LPC in the state of Texas. She sees clients in person in Plano, Texas and Texas residents through Telehealth therapy. Bailee is a dedicated and compassionate therapist committed to facilitating positive change in the lives of individuals and families. She owns Blue Bird Counseling, and she integrates everything she's learned in her years of training in private practice to provide personalized therapy in a safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental environment.

Bailee's website: https://bluebirdcounselors.com

Meagan Garza, LMFT-Associate, is a dedicated therapist in Plano, Texas, offering empathetic counseling services for teens, individuals, couples, and families. Under the supervision of Heather Resneder, MA, LMFT-S, Meagan brings a warm and collaborative approach to her practice, helping clients navigate life's challenges with insight and compassion. She loves working with couples, families, and teens.

Meagan's Website: https://www.aletheiadfw.com/meagan-garza

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the fantasy book series "A Court of Thorns and Roses" with Bailee Doherty and Meagan Garza!

Bailee Doherty is a LPC in the state of Texas. She sees clients in person in Plano, Texas and Texas residents through Telehealth therapy. Bailee is a dedicated and compassionate therapist committed to facilitating positive change in the lives of individuals and families. She owns Blue Bird Counseling, and she integrates everything she's learned in her years of training in private practice to provide personalized therapy in a safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental environment.

Bailee's website: https://bluebirdcounselors.com

Meagan Garza, LMFT-Associate, is a dedicated therapist in Plano, Texas, offering empathetic counseling services for teens, individuals, couples, and families. Under the supervision of Heather Resneder, MA, LMFT-S, Meagan brings a warm and collaborative approach to her practice, helping clients navigate life's challenges with insight and compassion. She loves working with couples, families, and teens.

Meagan's Website: https://www.aletheiadfw.com/meagan-garza

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the fantasy book series "A Court of Thorns and Roses" with Bailee Doherty and Meagan Garza!

Bailee Doherty is a LPC in the state of Texas. She sees clients in person in Plano, Texas and Texas residents through Telehealth therapy. Bailee is a dedicated and compassionate therapist committed to facilitating positive change in the lives of individuals and families. She owns Blue Bird Counseling, and she integrates everything she's learned in her years of training in private practice to provide personalized therapy in a safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental environment.

Bailee's website: https://bluebirdcounselors.com

Meagan Garza, LMFT-Associate, is a dedicated therapist in Plano, Texas, offering empathetic counseling services for teens, individuals, couples, and families. Under the supervision of Heather Resneder, MA, LMFT-S, Meagan brings a warm and collaborative approach to her practice, helping clients navigate life's challenges with insight and compassion. She loves working with couples, families, and teens.

Meagan's Website: https://www.aletheiadfw.com/meagan-garza

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the tv series "Ugly Betty" with Veena Raj!

Veena is a highly skilled occupational therapist with over a decade of expertise in neurological rehabilitation and mental health. She brings specialized certifications as an ADHD-Rehab Service Provider, Certified Brain Injury Specialist, and Certified Stroke Rehab Specialist to ensure exceptional care and evidence-informed solutions for your needs. She additionally has specialized training in smartphone and technology addiction, social skills deficits, personality disorders, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). These skills enable her to deliver targeted interventions and comprehensive support tailored to the specific challenges youth and adults encounter in today's complex world.

Driven by a passion for proactive mental health recovery, she founded Vee Occupational Therapy Services. In her practice, Veena empowers clients by identifying strengths and addressing any functional barriers to wellness. She believes that through recognizing and addressing a diagnosis or challenge, we seize control of our narrative, ensuring it does not define us. She partners with her clients, helping them develop confidence and resilience as they build life skills and construct a life of meaning, one activity at a time.

Veena's Website: https://www.veeots.com

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about Taylor Swift's album "The Tortured Poets Department" with Kelsey D'Amore and Katie Dunham.

Kelsey is passionate about supporting children, teens, and adults in the North Texas area. She works with clients of all ages, from as young as three through late adulthood. She is very familiar with competitive sports community in North Texas, playing soccer throughout her entire life on club teams, high school teams, and all four years in her time at Austin College. She enjoys working with clients that play competitive sports and struggle with performance anxiety. ​

Katie prioritizes genuineness and acceptance in her work with clients to build a safe space to achieve growth. She operates from an attachment-based lens, working with clients to learn to build or re-build trusting, supportive relationships to help address areas of struggle or difficulty. When she is not working, she enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with family and friends. ​Katie loves attending sporting events, live music, watching movies, and reading, especially Harry Potter and Percy Jackson books.

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the movie "Wonka" with fellow therapist, Christina Walker.

My desire for helping college students find their passion began when I started taking college courses.Starting in 2020, I began supervising LPC associates and find that I like to make a difference in the field and promote ethical integrity for the future. I had a unique perspective as a Military wife and led to my desire in helping spouses, military members, first responders and veterans. I also gained experience working with clients from young children as a teacher and school counselor onward in play therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, domestic violence and group therapy. I provided counseling services in nursing homes and personal experience with care giving, grief and burnout. During my student internship I was at the Glick House at Texas Wesleyan University.

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the movie "The Devil Wears Prada" with friend and fellow therapist, Lydia Neighbors.

Lydia is the co-founder and co-owner of Neighbors Counseling. Lydia has experience working in the residential, hospital, and private practice settings. She also currently sits on the board as a founder and creative director at https://www.shopseryn.com/

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the movie "Perks of Being a Wallflower" with friend Kasey Evans.

TW- This episode references SA that is referenced in the movie.

Kasey began her career in mental health almost a decade ago when given a wonderful opportunity to work in the business development world for a local psychiatric hospital. With her mother's side of the family involved in healthcare and her fathers in education, Kasey discovered that mental health served as the perfect bridge between the two. Her most recent role involved working with students that needed a tad more support than traditional schooling can offer, enabled her to foster relationships, raise awareness, and actively engage with the mental health and education communities.

Kasey's vibrant personality thrives on meeting new people and listening to their life stories and dreams. As a Life Coach and Yoga Teacher, she has developed a deep passion for health, wellness, and personal growth. Her roles in business development allow her to live with unwavering passion and make a unique impact serving our communities. She has two adorable fur babies and a loving partner that brings immense joy and happiness to her life.

Kasey loves to explore the world through any form of expression, dance, adventure, art, books, music, and nature.

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the book "The Murder of Mr. Wickham" with friend and fellow therapist, Delia Issac.

Delia Issac, MA, LMFT-Associate

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the book "Come As You Are" with friend and fellow therapist, Brandie Sellers.

Brandie Sellers, MS, LPC, Certified Sex Therapist

Motto: We did not come here just to suffer and then die. We all deserve pleasure.

Brandie practices counseling via telehealth in Texas and Colorado. She specializes in sexuality, trauma/EMDR, and illness. Brandie graduated with an MS in Counseling from SMU. A two-time breast cancer survivor, Brandie has written for cancerwise.org, and speaks to cancer survivors, counselors, and other professionals about cancer survivorship. In addition to counseling, Brandie has been teaching yoga, meditation, & Ayurveda since 2005, and is a Certified Yoga Teacher at the 500-hour level. Brandie recently added ketamine-assisted psychotherapy to her practice, and has seen personally and professionally the power of psychedelics for emotional healing. Brandie has an upcoming group to support parents of teens with mental illness. Email her at brandie@sellerscounseling.com or visit her website sellerscounseling.com for information.

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the movie "Eternal Sunshine of a Spotless Mind" with friend and fellow therapist, Laura Long.

Laura Long is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based out of Greenville, South Carolina, where she has a private practice. Laura focuses on helping stressed-out, burned-out professionals find balance and calm in the chaos of their busy lives. Laura offers both in-person and virtual options to residents of South Carolina.

To learn more, visit www.LauraLongTherapy.com

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the movie "Mulan" with friend and fellow therapist, Lan Nguyen.

Lan Nguyen, LCSW, is a virtual therapist licensed in Texas and California. She is EMDR trained and TF-CBTT certified. She is passionate about helping AAPI and BIPOC individuals break the cycle of intergenerational trauma.

Visit Lan's website: https://lannguyenlcsw.com

Unbox Your Grief Boxes: https://creationsfromblt.etsy.com

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the movie "Up" with friends and fellow therapists, Sara Cantu and Heather Resneder.

Sara Cantu, PhD, LPC-S, LMFT, CED-S, RPT-S specializes in working with kids and teens who are navigating feelings of depression and anxiety, food and body concerns, school and works problems, and learn ways to build strong relationships with the people they love.

Heather Resneder, LMFT-S works mosttly with teens navigating depression, anxiety, grief, anger, panic attacks, behavior management, communication and family conflict.

They also work on a podcast together called Supervision With A Vision available where you like to get your podcasts!

Sara's information: https://www.therapy-academy.com/about/

Heather's information: https://campbellcounselinggroup.com/staff/heather-resneder/

Unbox Your Grief Boxes: https://creationsfromblt.etsy.com

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the book series "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" with friend and fellow therapist, Kelsey D'Amore!

Kelsey is passionate about supporting children, teens, and adults in the North Texas area. She works with clients of all ages, from as young as three through late adulthood. She is very familiar with competitive sports community in North Texas, playing soccer throughout her entire life on club teams, high school teams, and all four years in her time at Austin College. She enjoys working with clients that play competitive sports and struggle with performance anxiety. ​

When Kelsey is not working, she enjoys traveling, working out, spending time outside, spending time with her dogs, family, and friends, and attending one of her many book clubs. She continues to play sports and makes sure to find time to sweat each day. Kelsey is passionate about Harry Potter, dogs, and all things mental health.

Information about Kelsey's office, Connect to Thrive: https://www.thriveplano.com/

Unbox Your Grief Boxes: https://creationsfromblt.etsy.com

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the movie "The Lion King" with author Cindy Ingram.

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the movie "Onward" with fellow therapist and friend, Kerri Newman.

Kerri Newman is a Licensedd Marriage and Family Therapist and is currently the Program Director for Journey of Hope Grief Support Center. She is a Theraplay® Foundational Practitioner and works with kids and teens 3 and up who are navigating grief, trauma, family conflict, paarenting, and communicationn problems.

Journey of Hope Grief Support Center received 50% of the ticket sales for the live show event! Journey of Hope provides free, peer grief support groups for kids, teens, and their families after someone has died. They have groups in Plano, Frisco, and Dallas, Texas. To learn more about Journey of Hope visit https://johgriefsupport.org.

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the movie "Frozen" with fellow therapist, Adriana Lewin.

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the books "Ella Enchanted", "Summers at Castle Auburn", and "The Night Circus" with childhood friend, Louisa Adams.

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the movie, "Tangled" with friend and pediatrician Brittany Mitchell. A special appearance is made by my niece, Kinley.

Dr. Brittany Mitchell, MD, FAAP, is a practicing, board-certified general pediatrician in Lubbock, Texas. As a pediatrician, she works with children from birth to age 18, helping patients and their families navigate anything and everything from potty training to anxiety and depression. She loves caring for children whether they are in the office for a well visit or feeling under the weather, and believes that getting a front row seat to watching a family grow up is one of the best parts of the job. She has also recently started educating parents and families over on instagram @DrBrittanyMitchell!

She attended Southern Methodist University, where she met the host of What the Feels?! podcast before receiving a Masters of Science at UNT Health Sciences Center in Fort Worth, Texas. She then made the long journey out to West Texas, where she attended Texas Tech University Health Science Center for both her medical school and pediatric residency.

In her free time, Brittany enjoys reading, gardening, and cooking with her husband. They also enjoy traveling whenever possible.

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the movie, "Sleeping Beauty" with friend and nurse, Ashley Davis.

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the series, "She Ra" with fellow friend and therapist, Miriam Kolni.

Miriam Kolni, LMFT (she/her) is an affirming therapist who specializes in working with those in the LGBTQ+ community and their various relationships. Miriam works with individuals, couples, and families, believing that every person deserves to be treated with respect and as a whole human being, no matter their gender identity, sexual orientation, relationship type, cultural background, skin color, religion, or any other part of their identity.

Miriam completed her Master of Science degree in Family Therapy from Texas Woman's University and has worked in both community and private practice settings since 2018. Her training background also includes performing evaluations and write letters of support for gender-affirming medical care using the Gender Affirmative and Supportive Surgery Evaluation Tool (Gender ASSET) and becoming an EMDR Trained Therapist to target a wide array of distressing issues including trauma.

Miriam has her own private practice, Whole Congruence Therapy, PLLC, where she currently sees clients from all over Texas via video therapy.

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the Disney Pixar film, "Turrning Red" with fellow therapist, Jeremy Edge.

Jeremy Edge, LPC, IGDC is the owner and founder of the counseling practice, Escapingthe.com, PLLC. Jeremy is an International Gaming Disorder Certified counselor which is the leading certification for working with people with Gaming Disorder. He's also obtained the Digital Wellness Certificate through the Digital Wellness Institute. He provides counseling services to help clients experience balanced, healthy screen use.

After personally experiencing the negative effects of problematic gaming, Jeremy devoted his work to helping those recover from problematic and disordered screen use. In addition to problematic screen use, Jeremy works well with men of all ages and his team works with teens, young adults, adults, and families.

He received his Master's degree in Community Counseling at UT San Antonio and Bachelor's degree in Psychology from UT Tyler.

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the Disney Pixar film, "Monsters, Inc." with friend and fellow therapist, Shayna Hill.

Shayna is a trained multicultural counselor who honors diversity and broaches it therapeutically. We are all dealt a special hand that shapes how we experience the world and how the world sees us. She affirms the identities that are important to clients (race, gender, sexuality, religion, culture, nationality, etc.) and uses it as needed in the healing process.

Shayna earned her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling with an emphasis on multiculturalism from the University of Colorado in Denver. She also received a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas in Austin in 2010. While in Colorado, Shayna interned at the Gender Identity Center of Colorado and the Counseling Center at the University of Colorado Denver. In Texas, she has worked in the private practice setting and at eating disorder facilities in the PHP and IOP level of care.

Shayna is a native Texan and loves music, cats/animals, singing, rain showers, and spending time with family.

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the characters of the Harry Potter Franchise with friend and fellow therapist, Kelsey D'Amore.

Kelsey is passionate about supporting children, teens, and adults in the North Texas area. She works with clients of all ages, from as young as three through late adulthood. She is very familiar with competitive sports community in North Texas, playing soccer throughout her entire life on club teams, high school teams, and all four years in her time at Austin College. She enjoys working with clients that play competitive sports and struggle with performance anxiety. ​

When Kelsey is not working, she enjoys traveling, working out, spending time outside, spending time with her dogs, family, and friends, and attending one of her many book clubs. She continues to play sports and makes sure to find time to sweat each day. Kelsey is passionate about Harry Potter, dogs, and all things mental health.

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

Books referenced in episode:

The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel A. van der Kolk

The Children Who Lived by Kathryn annd Marc Markell

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the Disney Pixar movie "Brave" with friend and fellow therapist, Shannon Higgins-Hailey. We discuss family dynamics, communication, Celtic traditions, and of course, Girl Power!

Shannon Higgins-Hailey is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in individual, family therapy, adolescent therapy, her trademark "Moxie Recovery Program" and maintains a private practice in North Plano, TX. She is EMDR trained and specialized in Complex PTSD. Her passion (or as she will affectionately say "crusade") is to educate the public, mental health profession and court system about the signs of Narcissistic Abuse not only as a Licensed Professional Counselor but also as a survivor and now a thriver.

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What the Feels", we are talking about the novel "Peter Pan" by J.M. Barrie with friend and fellow therapist, Rachel Preston. We discuss the complexities of the themes in the novel that tend to differ from the classic film.

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If any overwhelming feelings came up for you during this podcast, I encourage you to think about getting a therapist to talk to. There are great ways to search for therapists including Psychology Today and Therapy Den. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy.

In this episode of "What The Feels", I talk about self-love and self-discovery using the movie, "Eat, Pray, Love". This movie shows a journey of Liz Gilbert took to learn how to fall back in love with herself by traveling to find nourishment, a connection with herself and a higher power, and love.

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Disclaimer: Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy. If you have feelings come up that feel overwhelming while listening to today's podcast, please go to Psychology Today to search for a therapist near you.

In this episode of "What The Feels", we discuss the Millennial classic, "Mean Girls" with Alyssa Williamson, LPC. This movie gives us insight to the high school scene of cliques and trying to fit in. Although the movie does not give us ALL the information, we expand the conversation to deeper themes talking about everything from safety to disordered eating.

TW: In this episode, we talk about dating safety and eating disorders. This is probably not the best episode for kiddos to be in the car with you. Please only listen if you are in a good headspace and ready to learn!

Alyssa is a Licensed Professional Counselor and owner of Embodied Counseling, PLLC in Plano, Texas. She has over five years of experience in working in social services with children who are refugees, asylees, and trafficking survivors in foster care, followed by 6 years of experience as a private practice therapist working with adults and teens. Alyssa is married and the parent to three awesome kiddos. When she is not at the office, the things that light up her life are her family, spending time with friends, doing yoga, baking, comedy, and finding live music whenever she can.

Embodied Counseling: https://www.embodiedcounselingtexas.com

Queen Bees and Wannabees by Rosalind Wiseman: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1101903058?tag=randohouseinc13736-20

Under Pressure by Lisa Damour: https://www.amazon.com/Under-Pressure-Lisa-Damour-audiobook/dp/B07MGS98CN/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=under+pressure+by+lisa+damour&qid=1675205121&s=books&sprefix=under+pressure+by+li%2Cstripbooks%2C109&sr=1-1

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Disclaimer: Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for therapy. If you have feelings come up that feel overwhelming while listening to today's podcast, please go to Psychology Today to search for a therapist near you.

In this episode of "What the Feels" we are talking about the Disney hit "Encanto" with friend and grief coach Kendra Rinaldi. We discuss the family's journey of generational trauma and grief. This movie also gives us a message of staying true to ourselves, even when we feel like we don't fit in.

Kendra Rinaldi is a grief and life transitions coach and podcast host of Grief, Gratitude and the Gray in Between. She invites guests to share their journey and how they grew from that experience, many sharing about their grief after the death of a loved one and the tools they used in their grief process. She has also volunteered at Journey of Hope Grief Support Center. She is passionate about helping others who feel alone in their grief journey.

Kendra's Podcast "Grief, Gratitude, and the Grey In Between" is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Kendra's website: https://www.griefgratitudeandthegrayinbetween.com

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Disclaimer: Listening to this podcast is not a subsitute for therapy. If you have feelings come up that feel overwhelminng while listening to today's podcast, please go to Psychology Today to search for a therapist near you.

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Disclaimer: Listening to this podcaast is nnot a substitute for therapy. If you have feelings come up that feel overwhelming while listening to toady's podcacst, please go to Psychology Today to search for a therapist near you.

In this episode of "What the Feels" we are talking about "Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium" with friend and fellow therapist, Kiri Meyer. We go on a journey to a magical toy store and it's whimsical proprietor, Mr. Magorium. This movie allows us to have a great conversation about anticipatory grief.

Kiri is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin and Nationally Certified Counselor -trained as a Child & Family Therapist specializing in grief and trauma. She is also a Registered Yoga Teacher and holds an academic certificate in Child Life. Kiri and Bryna met in 2012 working with a group called Actively Moving Forward- a support group for college students who are grieving.

Eluna Network: https://elunanetwork.org

Five Wishes: https://www.fivewishes.org

Camp Erin: https://elunanetwork.org/camps-programs/camp-erin

Art Creddit: Melissa Adams melissaadams.work

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Disclaimer: Listening to this podcaast is nnot a substitute for therapy. If you have feelings come up that feel overwhelming while listening to toady's podcacst, please go to Psychology Today to search for a therapist near you.

In this episode, we will be discussing Disney's "Frozen 2" with Niki Paulhus. As our second movie in the month of November, which is National Child Grief Awareness Month, we continue on Anna and Elsa's journey of grief and self discovery.

Niki is a Dallas native and is an amazing engineer...and one of Bryna's best friends! She graduated from Southern Methodist University in 2014 with a BS in Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics. Niki currently works as an engineer at Southwest Airlines helping with repairs on planes that are brought in for scheduled maintenance.

In her spare time, Niki volunteers at an organization called Journey of Hope. She helps facilitate a grief support group for families and primarily works with high school students. As Niki's mom died right before she started high school, she tries to pay it forward with the kids at Journey of Hope to show them there are adults out there who do understand what they are going through.

National Alliance for Children's Grief: www.childrengrieve.org

Dougy Center: www.dougy.org

Art Credit: Melissa Adams website: melissaadams.work

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Disclaimer: Listeninng to this podcast is nnot a substitute for therapy. If you have feelings come up that feel overwhelminng while listening to today's podcast, please go to Psychology Today to search for a therapist near you.

In this episode of "What The Feels" we are talking about Little Women! Our main points of discussion with special guest Cara DiPietro will focus around the most recent Little Women movie from 2019 and the musical. Join us as we navigate the ins and outs of the March family dynamics!

Cara Rose DiPietro is a New York City based actress, but will forever be a Boston girl at heart! She recently graduated from Elon University, earning her BFA in Music Theatre in 2021.

Cara has spent her career performing at various regional theaters across the country, such as Arena Stage, New London Barn Playhouse, The Sedgwick Theater, and many more. Cara is proudly represented by DGRW inc.​

In her free time, Cara can be found playing with her dog Maisy, knitting, making TikTok's, and binge watching Law & Order SVU!

Cara's Website: https://www.cararosedipietro.com

Cara's TikTok: cararosedipietro

Cara's Instagram: www.instagram.com/cararosedipietro

Art Credit: Melissa Adams Website: melissaadams.work

Music Credit: CRMZN- follow them on Spotify!

Disclaimer: Listening to this podcast is not a substitue for therapy. If you have feelings come up that feel overwhelming while listening to today's podcast, please go to PsychologyToday to search for a therapist near you.

In this episode, we will be discussing Disney Pixar's "Coco" with Whitney Garcia, LMT. Join us on Miguel's journey to the land of the dead and the family dynamics that travel with him!

Whitney Garcia is a Licensed Massage Therapist and owner of Wild Rose Massage Therapy.

Art Credit: Melissa Adams Website: melissaadams.work

Music Credit: CRMZN- follow them on Spotify!

Disclaimer: Listening to this podcast is not a substitue for therapy. If you have feelings come up that feel overwhelming while listening to today's podcast, please go to PsychologyToday to search for a therapist near you.

In this episode, we will be discussing Disney Pixar's "Inside Out." Join us on a journey into Riley's brain as we discuss the different feelings she experiences along the way!

Art Credit: Melissa Adams Website: melissaadams.work

Music Credit: CRMZN- follow them on Spotify!

Disclaimer: Listening to this podcast is not a substitue for therapy. If you have feelings come up that feel overwhelming while listening to today's podcast, please go to PsychologyToday to search for a therapist near you.

Before we jump into the podcast, I wanted to give a little insight as to why I created this pod and why I am an advocate for mental health!

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What the Feels is a new podcast headed to the airwaves Fall of 2022. We will be talking about movies, books, and shows and how they comment on and have impacted our mental health. Join me, Bryna, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and my guests on a journey to unravel mental health themes of the media we consume on a daily basis. We hope this witty banter can prove to be entertaining as well as informative for our listening community! Follow What the Feels on social media for more updates!

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