Meet Me on the Couch
55 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsMeet Me On The Couch was created to guide, inform, and inspire you, the person who wants to be healthy emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually, and financially. If you're interested in knowing more about how to live a healthy life, this podcast is for you. If you feel overwhelmed, stressed, out of control, unsure, and just plain tired, this podcast is for you. If you appreciate finding humor in the difficulties of life, this podcast is definitely for you. Tune into Meet Me On The Couch every other week for short yet insightful conversations all about being healthy, being happy, and most importantly discovering how to be the healthiest version of you. I'm Mary and I'm passionate about health and wellness. I'm excited you're here. Are you ready to meet up? I am! See you on the couch.
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Ep. 16 - Farewell (for now)
August 28, 2021 22:54 - 6 minutes - 6.35 MBHello, my friend! It's been too long! Here is my latest update on what I have been up to these last two months. In today's episode, I am chatting about my current state of discernment and how I am feeling lead to creating another blog. Listen in to learn more. In case you are wondering, this isn't goodbye, just a simple farewell. I will return to the podcasting world in the near future. Until then, don't forget to save me a seat. It's time to meet up!
Ep. 15 - It’s time to pivot!
June 22, 2021 00:30 - 15 minutes - 21.4 MBMy friend, it’s time for me to pivot. What am I talking about? I have decided to “niche down” to better serve you and to make the absolute most of this podcast. Today I am sharing with you my thoughts on Meet Me On The Couch as well as why I am taking a hiatus for the month of July. I am coming back in August so stay tuned to hear more on all the good stuff that is yet to come! Grab your seat friend, it’s time to meet up! Email me here: [email protected]
Minisode Monday - Ep. 8 - Discernment: figuring out what you are called to do
June 14, 2021 11:53 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBWelcome to Minisode Monday! Today in this brief yet informative episode, I am talking about discernment. I am in the season of discerning the next move in my career. What are you discerning today? Are you being called to do something that may or may not be out of your comfort zone? Whatever you are trying to figure out (career, relationships, finances, etc.), I encourage you to take one of the steps I mention in this episode to help the process along. Grab a seat friend! It's time to meet up.
Ep. 14 - My first interview! A candid conversation with my husband Ryan
June 07, 2021 17:59 - 31 minutes - 42.8 MBWelcome to my very first interview episode! I decided it would be fun to interview my husband Ryan for my first interview. Today, we discuss Ryan’s version of how we met, his thoughts on being married to a marriage counselor, and what we are learning along the way. Grab your favorite seat because I think you’re gonna like this one. It’s time to meet up! Follow me here: @meetmeonthecouch Email me here: [email protected]
Mental Health Awareness - Day 31 - Sign #5: Chronic pain
May 31, 2021 12:46 - 9 minutes - 8.85 MBIt's day 31!!!! This means today is my last day for daily recordings in honor of Mental Health Awareness month. It's been fun friend but I am ready to get back to my regular bimonthly recordings along with my minisodes in between beginning next Monday, June 7th. In today's conversation, I am discussing a fifth sign that may tell you that you need a counselor, living with chronic pain. Chronic pain alone is a challenge for millions of people, but most people don't realize that sometimes chroni...
Mental Health Awareness - Day 30 - Sign #4: You are struggling with a big decision
May 30, 2021 16:46 - 6 minutes - 6.37 MBHappy Sunday! Welcome to day 30th, May 30th, the second to last day of recording my daily recordings for Mental Health Awareness Month. Today I am discussing the importance of going to counseling when you are struggling to make a big decision. I am also sharing my story of going to counseling in my 20's when I struggled to decide about my career. Grab a seat my friend, it's time to meet up! Follow me: @meetmeonthecouch Email me: [email protected]
Mental Health Awareness - Day 29 - Sign #3: You've never been to therapy before
May 29, 2021 16:59 - 6 minutes - 6.36 MBDay 29 is here and ready for your listening pleasure. Today I am discussing the third sign telling you that therapy may need to happen sooner versus later. Although it may sound weird that the fact you have never been to therapy is a sign you may need therapy, I promise, I explain my rationalization and I think it will make more sense to you. Grab a seat friend, let's meet up!
Mental Health Awareness - Day 28 - Sign #2, Unresolved Traumas: both little t and BIG T
May 28, 2021 17:34 - 10 minutes - 9.23 MBWelcome to day 28 where I am sharing sign # 2 that will tell you that you probably need some counseling. I am discussing trauma, specifically little trauma (little t) and big traumas (BIG T) and why it's a must to deal with either. Time does not heal your wounds, my friend, what you do in that time does the healing. Find your seat, it's time to meet up! Follow here: @meetmeonthecouch
Mental Health Awareness - Day 27 - Five signs you may need therapy: Sign #1, having a poor picker
May 27, 2021 12:21 - 6 minutes - 5.73 MBWelcome to day 27! Today is the start of the last five days of May which means the last five days for my daily recordings. I am discussing five signs that will tell you that you need therapy. Today I am beginning with the first sign, having a poor picker. If you are the person who dates/marries the same kind of person repeatedly, you may have a poor picker. The key to stopping this pattern of unhealthy relationships begins with awareness and then moves on to therapy. Join me on the couch to l...
Mental Health Awareness - Day 26 - Medication: one tool in your toolbox
May 26, 2021 12:05 - 7 minutes - 7.25 MBDay 26 is here! Today I am talking about my thoughts on medication and when to know if you need it. Medication is simply one tool in your toolbox of healthy coping skills. It is used as a tool and not as a fix. Listen in to learn what you need to be doing when the medication is working and how to know when it's time to get off of it. It's time to meet up! Follow me: @meetmeonthecouch Email me: [email protected]
Mental Health Awareness - Day 25 - Venting v. complaining: Guess which one is better?
May 25, 2021 12:14 - 7 minutes - 6.52 MBWelcome to day 25. Today I am discussing the difference between venting and complaining, why venting is best as well as how to vent effectively so as to prevent it from becoming complaining. Let's meet up my friend! Follow me: @meetmeonthecouch
Mental Health Awareness - Day 24 - Go for a walk, seriously
May 24, 2021 12:28 - 7 minutes - 7.21 MBWelcome to day 24. Today I am telling you why you need to take a walk. I am discussing my 10 point scale that I love using in my practice, why it's important for you to strive for progress and not perfection, and lastly the benefits of a simple walk. Grab you walking shoes friend, it's time to meet up! Follow me: @meetmeonthecouch Email me: [email protected]
Mental Health Awareness - Day 23 - Open, real conversation about my not so great day
May 24, 2021 02:07 - 9 minutes - 8.59 MBDay 23 has (finally) arrived! This one was uploaded late my friend and I do apologize. Listen to learn what the heck happened today. I decided to just be real and have a candid conversation with you about how I have been struggling today and what has helped me along the way. We don't get over our struggles, we work through them.
Mental Health Awareness - Day 22 - Happiness and Joy are not the same thing
May 22, 2021 22:02 - 10 minutes - 9.68 MBWelcome to day 22! I have a few questions, are you happy? Do you have joy within you? Do you know the difference between the two? Listen in as I explain the difference between joy and happiness as well as how to achieve both. I am so happy you're here. Let's meet up friend.
Mental Health Awareness - Day 21 - Learn how to shut your negative voice up!
May 21, 2021 22:06 - 10 minutes - 9.87 MBWelcome to day 21! We're down the last 10 days of May which means tomorrow begins my last 10 days of daily conversations with you. I am telling a personal story today about how my negative, insecure thoughts almost got the best of me. Listen in to learn more about how to shut "that" voice up so you can receive the REAL truth! Follow here: @meetmeonthecouch
Mental Health Awareness - Day 20 - My second favorite coping skill: seated meditation
May 20, 2021 10:38 - 5 minutes - 5.23 MBDay 20 has arrived! Welcome back friend. Today I am discussing my second favorite coping skill, seated meditation. Yesterday on day 19 I told you all about my "Write, Burn, Release," which also benefits me greatly. If you are struggling with stress or anxiety today, I strongly encourage you to take a listen and learn more. It's time to meet up! Follow here: @meetmeonthecouch
Mental Health Awareness - Day 19 - One of my favorite coping skills: Write, Burn, Release
May 19, 2021 10:36 - 5 minutes - 4.88 MBDay 19! Today I am sharing one of two coping skills that I love to use to help me when I am stressed and overwhelmed or just not feeling "right." This first technique I coined, "Write, Burn, Release." The name is fairly obvious but I break it down for you anyway. Listen in to learn more. Stay tuned tomorrow to hear more about my other favorite coping skill. Let's meet up!
Mental Health Awareness - Day 18 - Do you have control issues? Let's take a quiz to find out
May 18, 2021 11:53 - 9 minutes - 8.86 MBWelcome to day 18. We are over halfway there! Today I am talking about whether or not you have control issues. I have a short, fun quiz for you to take (nothing scientific!) to help you identify any possible control issues. I confess that I do have control issues but I am happy to say I have been working continuously for several years to avoid controlling and instead letting go. Are you ready to find out? Grab a pen and paper, it's time to meet up! Catch up with me here: @meetmeonthecouch or...
Mental Health Awareness - Day 17 - Give yourself permission
May 17, 2021 11:47 - 6 minutes - 5.74 MBWelcome to day 17! I am discussing the importance of giving yourself permission and why you should do so today. We tend to get caught up in the "have to's" or the "I shoulds" when we really need to focus more on the "It's okay if I say no to_____." My friend, learn how to give yourself permission. You'll thank me later. Let's meet up! Catch up with me here: @meetmeonthecouch [email protected]
Mental Health Awareness - Day 16 - Give yourself grace
May 16, 2021 21:47 - 7 minutes - 6.94 MBDay 16 here friend. Have you ever thought about giving yourself some grace? Do you even know what it looks like or means to give yourself grace? If you answered no to either question, tune in to learn more about giving yourself grace. I look forward to meeting up soon! Catch up with me here: @meetmeonthecouch [email protected] Sweet friend, thank you (as always) for listening to my podcast. If you have just a minute, I would love it if you could hit the like and subscribe buttons....
Mental Health Awareness - Day 15 - Grief: different types, stages of grief and how to heal
May 15, 2021 14:20 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBWe are halfway done! Welcome to day 15. Today I will be discussing the different types of grief, the stages of grief, and how to heal from your grief in a healthy way. We all experience grief throughout our lives, some more than others, the key is to face it head-on and avoid running from it. It runs with you my friend, never leaving your side until you heal from it. Follow me @meetmeonthecouch
Mental Health Awareness - Day 14 - Part 3 on Codependency: How to Heal From It
May 14, 2021 14:00 - 10 minutes - 9.33 MBToday is day 14, part 3, on codependency. I am sharing with you how to heal from codependent relationships. As stated on day 13, codependency is very unhealthy and oftentimes toxic. It is important to not only recognize you are codependent but also to learn how to break the cycle. Follow here: @meetmeonthecouch or Email here: [email protected] Resources: Codependent No More by Melody Beattie The Language of Letting Go by Melody Beattie
Mental Health Awareness - Day 13 - Manifestations of Codependency
May 13, 2021 23:38 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBDay 13 is a great one! Listen in to learn why codependent relationships are one of the worse kinds of relationships and how codependency can manifest in the enabler and the dependent. You are definitely going to want to sit down and take notes for this episode. Let's meet up friend! @meetmeonthecouch [email protected]
Mental Health Awareness - Day 12 - Codependency: What is it? How to recognize your own codependency
May 12, 2021 18:37 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBDay 12 has arrived!!! Welcome back to my 31-day special in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. Today I am discussing what codependency is all about as well as ways to tell if you are in a codependent relationship. Days 13 and 14 will be a continuation of day 12 so be sure to stay tuned and check them all out! @meetmeonthecouch [email protected] Resource: www.mhanational.org
Mental Health Awareness - Day 11 - Boundaries: six types that are a must in your life
May 11, 2021 22:15 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBWelcome back friend! Today is day 11 and I am sharing with you what boundaries are, why they are important, and six types that are a must to have in your life. @meetmeonthecouch [email protected] Resource: Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life Henry Cloud and John Townsend
Mental Health Awareness - Day 10 - My Top 10 favorite coping skills
May 11, 2021 03:38 - 6 minutes - 6.23 MBDay 10 is all about my top 10 favorite ways to cope with this crazy life that I love.
Mental Health Awareness - Day 9 - A decluttered home leads to a decluttered mind
May 11, 2021 03:33 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBDay 9 is here! Listen in to learn more about the importance of decluttering your home in order to make space for clarity and calmness in your mind. Clean off a space on your couch friend, it's time to meet up!
Mental Health Awareness - Day 8 - Walking through your mud
May 07, 2021 14:37 - 6 minutes - 5.52 MBDay 8 is all about walking through your "mud" and how to keep moving through it trusting that eventually, it all turns to "dirt." It gets easier my friend but you must keep moving and pushing through. You do not get over your traumas, you work through them. @meetmeonthecouch [email protected]
Mental Health Awareness - Day 7 - It's time to unpack your baggage
May 07, 2021 14:30 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBSeven down, twenty-four to go! Welcome to day 7. Today is all about the baggage you carry through, life, the size of said baggage, and what you need to do to start unpacking it all TODAY! Thanks for tuning friend. Let's meet up!
Mental Health Awareness - Day 6 - Stop trying and start doing
May 06, 2021 21:04 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBHey friend! Welcome to day 6 of my 31-day personal challenge to record an episode a day for the entire month of May. So far, it is a bit challenging but worth it. Today I am telling you why I believe you need to stop trying in life and start doing. I also have a 30-day challenge for you. Listen in to learn more. It's time to meet up friend. @meetmeonthecouch [email protected]
Mental Health Awareness - Day 5 - Get uncomfortable and allow change to happen
May 05, 2021 12:11 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBHappy Cinco de Mayo! Day 5 is being released today, May 5th, and it's all about the importance of allowing yourself to get uncomfortable so change can take place within you, your life, and your mind. The discomfort you feel is definitely worth it if it means either you stop repeating bad behaviors or you gain something tremendous! Go grab your margarita friend, it's time to meet up! Learn more about being mentally healthier here: @meetmeonthecouch [email protected]
Mental Health Awareness - Day 4 - Keep therapy, drop Netflix
May 04, 2021 18:08 - 9 minutes - 8.77 MBWelcome to day 4! I must say I am really enjoying talking to you "on the daily." Today's conversation was a last-minute inspiration for me. I have had roughly a dozen or so clients over the last 15 years decide to give up therapy when faced with a financial crisis or other. Listen in to learn why that is a terrible idea and what you should give up instead. Have a seat friend, it's time to meet up!
Mental Health Awareness - Day 3 - What to do with loneliness
May 03, 2021 13:40 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBDay 3 is here! I hope you are enjoying listening to these minisodes as much as I am enjoying recording them for you. Today I am talking about loneliness, the one feeling most people do almost anything to avoid. I am sharing one of my stories about how I dealt with loneliness almost exactly 10 years ago to date. Save me a seat friend, it's time to meet up! You know the drill... Follow me here: @meetmeonthecouch Email me here: [email protected]
Mental Health Awareness - Day 2 - Move your mind and body sismultaneously
May 02, 2021 12:13 - 8 minutes - 7.7 MBWe're rolling into day 2 of my personal 31 day challenge to record an episode each day in the month of May. Today is a good one (if I do say so myself). Listen in to learn more on how the simple technique of moving your mind while moving your body can drastically reduce your anxiety and/or depression. Happy Mental Health Awareness Month friend! Want more? Be sure to check out my IG page: @meetmeonthecouch or head on over to my email: [email protected]
Mental Health Awareness - Day1 - Stillness
May 01, 2021 13:19 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBWelcome to day 1 of 31 days to a healthier you! Each day of May, Mental Health Awareness Month, I will record an episode on a particular tip/tool/technique to help you be healthier mentally and emotionally (physically is a bonus!). I am looking forward to this journey with you friend. I am passionate about helping people learn how to be healthier mentally, emotionally, and physically. You only get ONE life with ONE body dear friend. Live it wisely. Take care of it every single day. Grab yo...
Ep. 13 - Racial division: my thoughts on what racism is and what we can actually do about it
April 26, 2021 11:44 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MBToday’s conversation will look quite different. I am tackling a subject matter that is very heated in our country, racism. We have a lot of chatter about racism happening not only in our country but in the entire world. I have some thoughts I would like to share with you in regards to what I think racism is really about as well as what we can actually do about it. There is a solution and although it appears simple, it can be very challenging to implement. I am up for the challenge friend! Wha...
Minisode Monday - Ep. 7 - The Great Racial Divide: my story, my thoughts, my solution
April 19, 2021 17:37 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBHey friend! Welcome to yet another episode of Minisode Monday! Today I am doing things a bit differently. Instead of just 10 minutes, this one goes to about 20 mins. Also, instead of a quick tip, I am telling you my story, my thoughts, and my solution when it comes to all the racial division in our country. I am excited to have this conversation with you. This is definitely a touchy subject, to say the least, but I feel passionate about mending this divide as well as helping people see the sa...
Ep. 12 - Spiritual Health: how to obtain it and why it matters to your overall health
April 12, 2021 12:16 - 27 minutes - 37 MBHey friend! Welcome to episode 12. I apologize for the delay in releasing this episode but better late than never! I am excited to chat with you today about the importance of being spiritually healthy. I will be breaking down the differences between spirituality and religion, discussing the three ways spiritual health can improve your mental and physical health, and lastly, I have seven ways you can start developing or enhancing your spiritual health today. Follow me here: @meetmeonthecouch...
Minisode Monday - Ep. 6 - My favorite DIY home cleaning products
April 05, 2021 17:45 - 10 minutes - 9.15 MBHappy Easter and Happy Spring friend! This episode is being released the day after Easter and here in Louisiana, spring has arrived and we are so glad to see her! Today would have been the release of episode #12 of MMOTC but instead, I have uploaded another minisode. I am sharing with you three of my favorite DIY home cleaning products that are worth trying. I challenge you to choose one of the recipes (found below) and commit to trying it for 30 days. I promise you will not only love your ne...
Minisode Monday - Ep. 5 - Should you be offended by that?
March 29, 2021 12:33 - 10 minutes - 9.46 MBWelcome my friend to another minisode of Meet Me On the Couch! Today I am talking about when you should be offended and when you should not. I am also distinguishing the difference between a you problem and a them problem. Lastly, I have quick easy tips to help you when it's a you problem and how you can place your frustrations somewhere healthy. Take a 10 minute break and grab your favorite beverage. It's time to meet up! Follow me here: @meetmeonthecouch Email me here: meetmeonthecouch1@g...
Ep. 11 - Letting go so you can receive something amazing
March 22, 2021 13:03 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MBHey friend! In today’s episode, I am sharing my story of meeting and marrying my husband. Our journey to meet one another was very different for us each. I am talking about the importance of letting go so you can receive something quite unexpected and perhaps even amazing. I am also talking about the importance of living your life while waiting for “your person.” Lastly, I want you to hear how very important it is for you to focus on what you have versus that which you do not. Welcome to epis...
Minisode Monday - Ep. 4 - 3 easy tips to start eating (healthier) for your mental health
March 15, 2021 21:14 - 7 minutes - 6.69 MBWelcome back to Minisode Monday! Every other Monday I am "sandwiching" short mini episodes of Meet Me On The Couch in between my longer episodes. Today I am giving you 3 easy tips to help move you away from unhealthy eating to healthier eating. What you put in your body directly affects your mental health so it is super important to choose wisely! Enjoy! As always, thanks for listening and subscribing. Follow me here: @meetmeonthecouch Email me here: [email protected]
Ep. 10 - Stop existing, start living
March 08, 2021 02:09 - 17 minutes - 23.7 MBAre you just existing in life or are you actually living your life? If you answered yes to the first part of this question, this episode is definitely for you! Today I am discussing what it means to be existing in life, how I choose to live my life, and why it is important for you to start living your life TODAY! Follow me here: @meetmeonthecouch Email me here: [email protected] In case you’d like to read more of my column, check it out here: https://issuu.com/catholicconnection
Mini-sode Monday - ep. 3 - It's time to have fun my friend!
March 01, 2021 13:53 - 7 minutes - 6.86 MBMini-sode Monday is back! Today is my third mini-episode. I am sharing with you the importance of having fun, what I like to do for fun, and how you can start having fun in your life today! I am so glad you are here friend. Grab a seat and let's meet up on the couch. Follow me here: @meetmeonthecouch Email me here: [email protected]
Ep. - 9 - Pt. 3: Children struggling with anxiety: why they struggle and how you can help
February 22, 2021 01:03 - 33 minutes - 45.8 MBHey friend! Today is the last episode in my 3-part series on anxiety. If you haven’t yet, make sure to go back to episodes 7 and 8 to hear more about anxiety in adults and how the pandemic has affected our mental health. Today I am going to be sharing my own childhood journey with anxiety (that I didn’t even realize existed), the different types of anxieties children face, why I believe anxiety is increasing in young children and adolescents and lastly I have some great tips on how you can he...
Mini-sode Monday - 2 - Burn and release technique
February 15, 2021 15:28 - 6 minutes - 5.86 MBWelcome to episode two of my Mini-sode Mondays! Today I am sharing one of my favorite techniques that I love to use when I am struggling to release negative thoughts or feelings. This technique is simple, it does not take much time, and best of all, it's effective! Listen in to learn more and don't forget to let me know your thoughts! Until next time, save me a seat on the couch friend! DM me here: @meetmeonthecouch Email anytime here: [email protected] Thank you for listening and...
Ep. 8 - Anxiety and how it relates to the pandemic, COVID-19, and the lockdowns
February 10, 2021 01:47 - 20 minutes - 27.5 MBHello friend! I am so glad you are here today because it will be another good one! Today is part two in a three-part series on anxiety. I am first discussing stats on anxiety, substance abuse, and pornography as they all relates to the pandemic, I will then fill you in on my clients and what I am seeing in them, and lastly, I have some suggestions for you in regards to what you need to do starting today to help deal with this world pandemic in a healthy way. We have a lot to talk about today...
Mini-messages: Finding stillness
February 01, 2021 14:25 - 6 minutes - 6.09 MBHey friend! Welcome to the first episode of Mini-messages Monday! I will be dropping these little nuggets of goodness on the opposite days from the full episodes of MMOTC. Each episode will be 5 to 7 minutes. Short, sweet, and packed with great suggestions to help you have a better day. As always, save me a seat on the couch! Follow me: @meetmeonthecouch Email me: [email protected] Thanks for listening and thanks for liking this podcast!
Ep. 7 - Anxiety v. Anxiety Disorder: the ins and outs, the whys and hows, Pt. 1
January 25, 2021 13:22 - 32 minutes - 44 MBHello friend! I am so glad you are here today because it will be a good one! Today is part one in a three-part series on anxiety. I am discussing the difference between “normal” anxiety and anxiety disorders, the different types I encounter most in my practice, why I believe so many people suffer from anxiety disorders, and how to cope in a healthy way. Make sure to have your pen and paper handy because you are going to want to write this down. Follow me: @meetmeonthecouch Start a conversa...
Ep. 6 - Make 2021 different by choosing to be different in your thoughts and actions
January 11, 2021 13:51 - 20 minutes - 28 MBI have a question for you? How’s 2021 going so far? Is it feeling much different than 2020? If not, then today’s episode is for you. I will be discussing why it is important for you to change the way you think and behave in order to have a different new year, how to go about making these changes, and lastly, how to sustain your changes well beyond 2021. Don’t forget to follow me friend! (on social media that is): @meetmeonthecouch You can also reach out to me anytime via email: meetmeonthe...