Coffee and Counseling Podcast
Coffee and Counseling Podcast
Podcast Description
At Coffee and Counseling, we are two therapists who's vision is to challenge the conventional narratives surrounding mental health and therapy. We believe in creating an open forum where nuanced conversations can thrive—discussing topics and perspectives that many in the therapy world may shy away from. Our goal is to foster honest dialogues that recognize that therapy isn't a one-size-fits-all solution and that mental health should not be used as an excuse. We aim to destigmatize the therapeutic process while also promoting personal responsibility in mental health discussions. Alongside these discussions, we’ll delve into mental health topics such as diagnoses, therapeutic skills and techniques, and practical ways to improve well-being while challenging the conventional schools of thoughts around these topics. By providing a platform for diverse perspectives, we aspire to empower our listeners to navigate their mental health journeys with clarity, confidence, and a sense of community.
Here, we talk all things mental health over a pipin' hot cup of coffee - so grab your coffee and let's get into it!
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Content Themes
The podcast explores various topics related to mental health, focusing on the realities of therapy, misconceptions around healing, and personal growth. Episodes include discussions on themes such as the myth of needing therapy, the complexities of emotional progress, and practical ways to manage mental well-being, exemplified by sessions like 'Maybe... You Don’t Actually Need Therapy' and 'Mental Health: What Are We Really Working Toward Anyway?.'
At Coffee and Counseling, we are two therapists who’s vision is to challenge the conventional narratives surrounding mental health and therapy. We believe in creating an open forum where nuanced conversations can thrive—discussing topics and perspectives that many in the therapy world may shy away from. Our goal is to foster honest dialogues that recognize that therapy isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution and that mental health should not be used as an excuse. We aim to destigmatize the therapeutic process while also promoting personal responsibility in mental health discussions. Alongside these discussions, we’ll delve into mental health topics such as diagnoses, therapeutic skills and techniques, and practical ways to improve well-being while challenging the conventional schools of thoughts around these topics. By providing a platform for diverse perspectives, we aspire to empower our listeners to navigate their mental health journeys with clarity, confidence, and a sense of community.
Here, we talk all things mental health over a pipin’ hot cup of coffee – so grab your coffee and let’s get into it!
☕ Welcome to Coffee and Counseling! ☕
Join Rachel Steinhardt, LMHC, and Stephanie Van Schaick, LMHC, as we dive into the big question: what are we actually working toward when we talk about mental health? In this session, we’re rethinking the idea that the goal is to be happy, healed, or perfectly regulated—and talking about what progress can look like when we let go of unrealistic expectations. Whether you’re a therapist, someone in therapy, or just curious about mental health, we’re here to challenge conventional perspectives and get real about what healing actually looks like.
In This Session, We Cover:
✅ Why the goal of therapy isn’t to “fix” you
✅ The myth of arriving at a “healed” version of yourself
✅ What emotional growth really looks like (hint: it’s not always pretty)
✅ How to set more grounded, compassionate mental health goals
💬 Listener Question:
The Listener’s Question that we answer in today’s session is “What are your thoughts on affirmations?”
Have a question for us? Send it to [email protected] or on Instagram @CoffeeandCounselingPodcast — we might answer it in a future episode! You can also send your topic suggestions that you’d like us to cover over to our email or Instagram.
Interested in working with one of us?
Visit our individual practice websites here for more information or send us an email to set up a phone consultation call:
Rachel Steinhardt: Visit Rachel’s Website at https://www.steinhardtserenity.com/ or email her at [email protected]
Stephanie Van Schaick: Visit Stephanie’s website at https://www.stateofbalancementalhealthcounseling.com/ or email her at [email protected]
Resources & Mentions:
📌 Check out some of Stephanie’s videos on affirmations
📌How Affirmations Work – What are they and how do they work: https://youtu.be/hi L0EuYfUbD1E
📌 Powerful Affirmations for Intuitive Eating & Improving Food Confidence: https://youtu.be/Goi_777aDAE
Connect With Us:
📲 Follow us on Instagram @CoffeeandCounselingPodcast
Rachel’s Instagram: @Steinhardt_Serenity
Stephanie’s Instagram: @StateofBalanceForLife
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Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not take the place of therapy.
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