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In today's episode. Janice talks about how grateful she is for this job and the opportunity to sit with clients and be present for such beautiful and messy work. -- This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns. If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 9-1-1

In today's episode, Janice talks about how brains are wired differently and how understanding neurodivergence and neurotypical operating systems helps us to find the best therapy for our needs.

In today's episode, Janice talks about the human experience and how we are all learning and growing, and it's okay to not have it all figured out.

In today's episode, Janice talks about the myth that there is something wrong with you or that you need fixing. You are not broken; you don't need to be fixed, and how this belief changes the therapeutic approach. -- This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns. If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 9-1-1

In today's episode, Janice talks about how important the skill of repair is to a healthy relationship and how being skilled at repair can be essential for building one. -- This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns. If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 9-1-1

In today's episode, Janice talks about the importance of both talking about our experiences and learning to regulate our emotions. -- This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns. If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 9-1-1

In today's episode, Janice talks about how when we are learning skills, especially in therapy, it's okay to not be perfect at first. -- This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns. If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 9-1-1

In today's episode, Janice talks about the lesson of not knowing and how, when we let go of perfectionism, we can show up more authentically. -- This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns.

In today's episode, Janice talks about the lesson of meeting clients where they are and the positive impact it has on the therapeutic relationship. -- This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns. If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 9-1-1

In today's episode, Janice talks about the importance of the therapeutic relationship and how it impacts clients' success in therapy. -- This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns. If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 9-1-1

In today's episode, Janice talks about how to tell if therapy is effective. Is therapy working? -- This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns. If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.

In today's episode, Janice talks about what to talk about in therapy when you don't know what to talk about and why it can be really powerful to go to therapy when you don't know. -- This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns. If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.

In today's episode, Janice talks about how we use a person's history to explore healing and to create a life that feels better. -- This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns. If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.

In today's episode, Janice talks about what confidentiality means and the exceptions there are within the therapeutic relationship. -- This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Engaging with this content does not create a therapist-client relationship. Please consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns. If you are in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 or contact emergency services at 911.

In today's episode, Janice answers the question, "How often should I go to therapy?" Discussing what needs you have and what type of support you are looking for.