51 episodes

When it comes to attending to our mental health and taking the plunge into therapy for the first time, there's a slew of barriers blocking our way. For starters, we live in a world that glorifies stuffing our emotions down so that we can perform at all costs. The biggest cost is our mental health.


You want to be a courageous leader, and if you’re ready to get your brave on and push back on society’s notion that vulnerability is weakness, you’re in the right place. I’m Kimberly Knull, Registered Psychologist, motivational speaker and trained by Brené Brown as a Dare to Lead™ and Daring Way™ facilitator.


Join me each week for a new episode of Therapy Explained where I’ll demystify the powerful tool that is therapy and help you understand exactly how your brain works so you'll feel like you're in the driver's seat on your therapy journey.

Therapy Explained Kimberly Knull

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When it comes to attending to our mental health and taking the plunge into therapy for the first time, there's a slew of barriers blocking our way. For starters, we live in a world that glorifies stuffing our emotions down so that we can perform at all costs. The biggest cost is our mental health.


You want to be a courageous leader, and if you’re ready to get your brave on and push back on society’s notion that vulnerability is weakness, you’re in the right place. I’m Kimberly Knull, Registered Psychologist, motivational speaker and trained by Brené Brown as a Dare to Lead™ and Daring Way™ facilitator.


Join me each week for a new episode of Therapy Explained where I’ll demystify the powerful tool that is therapy and help you understand exactly how your brain works so you'll feel like you're in the driver's seat on your therapy journey.

    50. How to Have Tough Conversations When You Don’t Like Conflict

    50. How to Have Tough Conversations When You Don’t Like Conflict

    Are you scared to have tough conversations? It’s not your fault. 
     
    Many of us (myself included) were raised in families where discussing emotions wasn’t the norm, and being a ‘good girl’ and doing what we were told - no matter how we felt about it -  was expected. 
     
    But sweeping real issues under the rug to avoid tough conversations doesn’t do anyone any favors. Eventually, the hidden problems surface as irritability, resentment, and burnout.
     
    If you’re ready to stop repeating these unhelpful patterns. Listen to this episode for advice on facing problems head-on so you can tackle tough conversations confidently BEFORE resentment festers. 
     
    Want to take the first step in your own journey toward confidence, focus, self-improvement, and joy? Learn more about the Courageous Leadership Retreat | https://tinyurl.com/CourageousLeadersRetreat
     
    Have questions? My DMs are always open! Send me a message on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/courageousleadershipyeg/
     

    • 38 min
    49. Are in-person wellness retreats really worth the hype?

    49. Are in-person wellness retreats really worth the hype?

    Are in-person wellness retreats really worth the hype? After all, between the time, money, and energy it takes to get there, the investment feels lofty (especially because there's an endless supply of self-help resources on the internet and on bookstore shelves)...right? 
    In this episode, I’m explaining why personal development books end up collecting dust on our shelves, leaving us stuck in the same patterns that lead to burnout despite our best intentions. Plus, I’m uncovering the science behind the transformational power of retreats that combine sisterhood with real expertise and real-time application of new life and leadership skills.
    Want to take the first step in your own journey toward confidence, focus, self-improvement, and joy? Learn more about the Courageous Leadership Retreat | https://tinyurl.com/CourageousLeadersRetreat
    Have questions? My DMs are always open! Send me a message on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/courageousleadershipyeg/

    • 23 min
    What to do When you Feel like you Don’t Have Enough Time

    What to do When you Feel like you Don’t Have Enough Time

    Whether it’s a date night to reconnect with your partner, an exercise class you’ve been dying to try – or even something essential like a doctor’s appointment you’ve been putting off, I can tell you with full confidence you have more time for these things than your brain is telling you that you do. 
     
    In this episode, you’ll learn how to shift your mindset away from ‘I don’t have enough time to prioritize ME’ and towards a more calm, grounded ‘I matter too, even if I’m short on time’ way of thinking. 
     
    Press play and learn how to manage brain drama around time. And even if you’re genuinely busy, don’t skip this one! You’ll walk away with practical tips that’ll help you make the most of the little time you do have so you can start filling your cup again. 
     
    Connect with Kim: 
    Register for Dare to Lead™ Workshop, where you’ll learn the 4 skillsets of courage to level up at home, work and in your community | https://www.kimberlyknull.com/dare-to-lead

    • 21 min
    Unpacking Decision Fatigue + Solutions to Support Your Tired Brain

    Unpacking Decision Fatigue + Solutions to Support Your Tired Brain

    If you ever find yourself stuck zoning out on TV or endlessly scrolling through Instagram, it might be your brain crying out for a break! 
     
    As a psychologist, I see it all the time – we tend to either make impulsive choices or avoid decision-making altogether when we're mentally fatigued.
     
    That’s why today, I’m explaining decision fatigue and sharing a simple game plan to outsmart your tired brain. Tune in and let's reclaim control over your daily choices!
     
    Connect with Kim: 
    Register for Dare to Lead™ Workshop, where you’ll learn the 4 skillsets of courage to level up at home, work and in your community | https://www.kimberlyknull.com/dare-to-lead
     

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    46. How to Find a Good Psychologist

    46. How to Find a Good Psychologist

    Finding the right psychologist can be tough, especially if you don’t know what to look for. That’s why in this episode, I’m giving insight into which credentials actually matter when it comes to finding a qualified provider. 
     
    I’m also sharing my best tips for finding a psychologist you truly connect with and feel comfortable opening up to. 
     
    Plus, I’m giving you some reflection questions that’ll help you determine if it’s time to stay in a psychologist’s chair long-term, or if it’s time to move on. 
     
    Connect with Kim: 
    Register for Dare to Lead™ Workshop, where you’ll learn the 4 skillsets of courage to level up at home, work and in your community | https://www.kimberlyknull.com/dare-to-lead
     

    • 40 min
    The Danger of Empty Threats (And What to do Instead)

    The Danger of Empty Threats (And What to do Instead)

    We’ve all heard the phrase ‘You teach people how to treat you.’ But did you know that making empty threats could be reinforcing a dynamic where you're not taken seriously?
     
    It sounds counterintuitive – we usually resort to empty threats when we’ve reached our wits' end and finally stand up for ourselves. 
     
    But what happens when we don’t follow through? We signal to others - whether it’s our kids, partner, or colleagues - that there’s no real accountability. 
     
    In this episode, I’m teaching you how to break this cycle with 3 simple skills that will help you transform conflict into a catalyst for positive change in your relationships - not a source of strife.
    Connect with Kim: 
    Register for Dare to Lead™ Workshop, where you’ll learn the 4 skillsets of courage to level up at home, work and in your community | https://www.kimberlyknull.com/dare-to-lead

    • 33 min

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