Let's Talk About It with Lori Streator

So many people are hesitant to take the first step and ask for help because they're afraid of the unknown... what will the office be like? What will the therapist think of my issues? What does the first session look like??? Today I'm giving you an idea of some general things that occur - from making the initial appointment to sitting down with me! I hope that this information helps you feel at ease and that you'll take that first step in seeking the help you're needing & wanting.

Your thinking, positive or negative, ripples into ALL areas of your life. How your mind thinks about one thing determines how we tend to think about other things; so being really cognizant of our thoughts can make a HUGE impact!

Our Mental Health is just as important as our Physical Health...but how do you define it in your life? What are you doing to protect your mental health or improve it? Keep an ear out as we talk about: Why Mental Health is important to understand for EVERYONE What it is What are some things in life that can affect our mental health + more! Don't forget to take a pic listening to this episode and tag me on IG @LoriStreator so I can share it and let me know what you're doing to care for YOUR Mental health!

We're not born believing we're not good enough. These are stories that are given to us by family, experiences and life over a specific amount of time. To think that you HAVE to continue living whatever story you've been telling yourself is not the truth. It CAN change. And with a little understanding and a lot of work, you can rewrite your story and get out of the crashing plane!

Warning: This episode contains conversations about sexual abuse, trauma, suicide and eating disorders. Please listen with caution if this is something that may trigger you. Joy Daehn bravely hit publish on a blog post in 2017, which started the process of healing for her. The courage to face her traumatic past has led her to share her story & build a supportive community on Instagram... and today you'll hear her first audio podcast interview. Joy doesn't hold back in her willingness & openness to discuss childhood trauma and how it's impacted her as an adult. She also talks about parent-child relationships, how her past has affected her marriage, hospitalization and offers advice if you have a loved one who's struggling. Joy also discusses forgiveness and why she'd rather carry roses for the rest of her life instead of garbage! You can read her original post here: Joy's Story Visit her website and read more Join Joy on Instagram @JoyDaehn Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to leave a 5-star review and send it to a friend. Your support will help this podcast grow and reach more people! 🎧 Subscribe now and tune in weekly for more real-life conversations about mental health. FOLLOW follow me: @loristreator follow my practice: @solairetherapy DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not intended for diagnostic or treatment purposes and is for educational use only. It is not to be used in place of therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, please reach out to the nearest appropriate professional.

Hypnosis is often showed in an "entertaining" light but when used therapeutically it's incredibly effective for anxiety, confidence, public speaking, fears, and a whole host of things! Today we're talking about what Hypnotherapy is and what happens to your brain during Hypnosis! Don't forget to snap a pic while listening to this episode and tag me on IG so I can share it in my stories! If you have any questions about Hypnotherapy, send a DM on Instagram @LoriStreator & #LetsTalkAboutIt !!!

Because we have pretty much EVERYTHING at our fingertips, we struggle with being patient when it comes to results. Today is all about not getting frustrated when you don't see immediate results - too often we quit because we feel defeated, and that has to end! Don't forget to tag me in a pic listening to this episode so I can share it on my IG stories! @LoriStreator

In her very first interview about mental health and her experience being psychiatrically hospitalized, Crystal Friedman shares her perspective on mental health & the healing process. Crystal discusses the breaking point that lead her to feeling so disconnected from herself, what she learned while hospitalized and how she struggled to adjust once discharged. She now uses her art as a way to communicate and connect with others, and is here to offer advocacy and hope that there is light on the other side of difficult times. Be sure to follow her on Instagram @CrystalDrawsStuff Visit https://www.crystalfriedman.com/ to see more of her filmmaking career! Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to leave a 5-star review and send it to a friend. Your support will help this podcast grow and reach more people! 🎧 Subscribe now and tune in weekly for more real-life conversations about mental health. FOLLOW follow me: @loristreator follow my practice: @solairetherapy DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not intended for diagnostic or treatment purposes and is for educational use only. It is not to be used in place of therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, please reach out to the nearest appropriate professional.

Don't just assess your life at the beginning of the year! Today's episode breaks down WHY you need to be assessing your life on a regular basis and HOW I do that with my clients. You need to know where you're beginning and where you want to go... but in the middle, you need to be able to see how things are going, hold yourself accountable and make the changes necessary so that you can reach those goals. Make sure to come say hi on Instagram @LoriStreator and let me know how you're going to make this part of your life!

We can't always guarantee that everything will go in our favor. But we CAN set ourselves up for success and build habits into our day that help set the tone and ensure our minds are in the best place possible to handle whatever comes our way! Make sure to say hi on Instagram @LoriStreator