The Messy Mental Pod
The Messy Mental Pod
MessyMental
In pursuit of discovering the deep motivations and triggers of the psyche, and to define what mental "health" really looks like, Host Katie Peirce and guests share their traumatic tales in an attempt to understand and reframe the way we look at and treat overwhelmingly common mental health diagnosis' globally.
Episode 14: EMDR
This week Katie and Cranthony sit down with LPC Sarah to discuss Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, what it is, how it's administered, who is eligible, and what it's used to treat! For resources on EMDR Check out the links below!   Resources: EMDRIA EMDR Healing Psychology Today Getting Past Your Past - Shapiro
Sep 26, 2021
59 min
Episode 13: Perfectionism & Self-Love
In this episode, our hosts take a look at the book "The Gifts of Imperfection" by Brené Brown and discuss what perfectionism is, and how it can hinder us from living a whole-hearted life.    Resources: The Gifts of Imperfection - By Brené Brown
Aug 27, 2021
1 hr 11 min
Episode 12: Mindfulness with LPC Lucinda
In this week's episode, we FINALLY get the chance to sit down and chat with a Licensed Professional Counselor! We discuss the topic of mindfulness with counselor Lucinda as she pulls from Marsha Linehan, Ph.D.'s Dialectical Behavioral Therapy methods. We discuss the three primary states of mind, how they affect our behavior, and how to balance them.
Jul 26, 2021
1 hr 3 min
Episode 11: Grief & Loss
In this episode, KP and Cranthony explore the stages of Grief & Loss and what that can look like and feel like for most people. Everyone's relationship with grief is different but this framework can really help contextualize the feelings that you may be going through
Jul 2, 2021
1 hr 5 min
Episode 10: Panic Disorder & Psychiatry
In this episode the hosts sit down with Ryan, who grew up not believing in Mental Health or talking about it at all, when one day he suffered a life-changing event that would put him on a path towards re-thinking his past beliefs around it. We talk in this episode about panic disorder and the differences and similarities between Psychology and Psychiatry and how to determine which is right for your specific needs.
Jul 2, 2021
58 min
Episode 9: Vulnerability
In this weeks episode, Katie and Anthony discuss Vulnerability and it's role and limitations in living a whole-hearted life.   Resources: 1) Daring Greatly - Brene Brown
Jun 2, 2021
1 hr 20 min
Episode 8: Attachment Theory
In this weeks episode, Katie and Anthony discuss what attachment theory is, how to define your attachment styles and what that could mean for you and your healing journey.   Resources: 1) Insecure in Love - Leslie Becker-Phelps 2) Attachment Theory in Practice - Susan M. Johnson
Jun 2, 2021
1 hr 15 min
Episode 7: Depression
In this weeks episode, our friend Jay discusses his battles with childhood trauma that led to mood disorders, namely, anxiety and depression.   **TRIGGER WARNING** This week's episode discusses suicidal ideation that may not be suitable for some listeners.   Resources: 1) Anxiety and Depression Association of America 2) Association for Suicide Prevention 3) Al-ateen 4) Nar-ateen
Apr 19, 2021
1 hr 6 min
Episode 6: Codependency
In this episode, Katie and Anthony take a look at co-dependency through the lens of "The New Co-Dependency" by Melody Beattie. They cover what codependency is, how to identify it, and how to work through it.   Resources:  The New Co-Dependency - By Melody Beattie
Apr 3, 2021
1 hr 15 min
Episode 5: Drug Abuse and Acceptance
**Trigger Warning** In this weeks episode, we take a look at Drug abuse, Sexual abuse, and other traumas with CJ as he shares his journey and battle, forging a path towards personal growth.   Resources: 1) SAMHSA (Substance Abuse Help) 2) Sexual Assault Resources 3) Suicide Prevention Resources
Mar 19, 2021
1 hr 18 min
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