Brought to you by Brave Minds Psychological Services in New Jersey. On this podcast, we explore the journey of healing, resilience, and mental well-being. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, processing trauma, or supporting someone who is, you’re in the right place.
Ep1: Supporting the Mental Health of Young Athletes
Casey Conte, LCSW, Sport Therapist, delves into the mental health challenges faced by athletes, exploring the balance between physical and emotional well-being, and offering insights into maintaining resilience and joy in sports.
Host: Lisa Weiss, LCSW
Ep 3: Understanding Parental Grief: Healing in a Lifelong Journey
Alex Bleich, LPC discusses the lifelong journey of parental loss, exploring how grief doesn't follow a timeline and can resurface unexpectedly years later. They emphasize the importance of self-compassion, therapy, and supportive communities in navigating grief without pressuring yourself to simply "be okay."
Host: Lisa Weiss, LCSW
Ep 5: The power of Natural Consequences in Parenting
Lisa Weiss, along with Leah Behar, LCSW and Marissa Aitken MSW Intern, explore the impact of punishment versus natural consequences in parenting. They emphasize teaching through relatable, respectful, and reasonable methods to foster trust and open communication in families.
Host: Lisa Weiss, LCSW
Ep2: Transforming Parenting with Positive Discipline
Cristina Varriale, LAC explores positive discipline, discussing how understanding children's mistaken goals shapes behavior, the difference between gentle parenting and positive discipline, and practical guidance for building respect and boundaries in parenting.
Host: Lisa Weiss, LCSW
Ep 4: The Hidden Struggles of OCD: A Deep Dive
In this episode, Lisa Weiss and therapist Linda Farag explore Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), discussing its symptoms, diagnosis challenges, and the importance of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy. They highlight the impact of OCD on mental health and relationships, emphasizing the need for knowledgeable therapists and supportive resources.
Host: Lisa Weiss, LCSW