Reaction Reset with Mary Jo Rapini LPC

Mary Jo Rapini, LPC
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Mary Jo Rapini, MEd, LPC is a psychotherapist specializing in intimacy, sex, and relationships. She maintains a private practice in Houston, TX and is also an author, public speaker, and television personality.

  1. In These Shoes: Intimate Stories from the Black Community - Ep 3

    08/12/2020

    In These Shoes: Intimate Stories from the Black Community - Ep 3

    In episode 3 of In These Shoes, we interview Dawn Callahan, owner of Bags Plus Some and board member of AVDA (Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse). For Dawn, racism was a fact of life that her parents prepared her since she was a child and a factor in her name selection. Dawn shares how prejudice is a daily encounter and how it impacts her thoughts and actions. Watch the YouTube Version: https://youtu.be/dBJQQ4xBlZo Mary Jo Rapini, MEd, LPC is a psychotherapist, specializing in intimacy, parenting, body image, and relationships. Reaction Reset is a self-help series that explains the psychology behind why we react negatively and how we can begin to make a positive change. Subscribe for a new episode every other Wednesday! Visit my website for more help: http://www.maryjorapini.com Follow me on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/maryjorapini Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maryjorapini Tumblr: https://maryjorapini.tumblr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryjorapini

    25 min
  2. In These Shoes: Intimate Stories from the Black Community - Ep 2

    07/28/2020

    In These Shoes: Intimate Stories from the Black Community - Ep 2

    Dr. William July, a licensed clinical psychologist in Houston, shares his experiences with racism in this second episode of In These Shoes. Dr. July, a former cop, shares how his terrifying teenage experience with the police prompted him to become an officer and what it was like to grow up as a black child in the 60's. Dr. July explains how anticipating prejudice leads him to live strategically daily even still today. Mary Jo Rapini, MEd, LPC is a psychotherapist, specializing in intimacy, parenting, body image, and relationships. YouTube version: https://youtu.be/J84Nc-cMCNk In These Shoes is a podcast sharing experiences with racism from the black community in an effort to create awareness that racism still exists today. Together, through listening and understanding, we can make a difference. Find all our episodes on SoundCloud and YouTube: http://soundcloud.com/mary-jo-rapini https://youtube.com/mjrapini Visit my website for more help: http://www.maryjorapini.com Follow me on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/maryjorapini Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maryjorapini Tumblr: https://maryjorapini.tumblr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryjorapini

    24 min
  3. In These Shoes - Episode 1 - Interview with Chris Boykins

    07/14/2020

    In These Shoes - Episode 1 - Interview with Chris Boykins

    ***Warning: Contains the use of a racist slur during the retelling of Chris' experience with racism.*** In the first episode of In These Shoes, we interview Chris Boykins, the founder of Glory Fitness and the Boykins Youth Foundation. Chris shares his first experience with racism at age 9 on the baseball field and his everyday encounters even still today. Chris, a former college roommate of George Floyd, also shares his thoughts about modern racism and how we can make a change. Mary Jo Rapini, MEd, LPC is a psychotherapist, specializing in intimacy, parenting, body image, and relationships. In These Shoes is a podcast sharing experiences with racism from the black community in an effort to create awareness that racism still exists today. Together, through listening and understanding, we can make a difference. Find all our episodes on SoundCloud and YouTube: http://soundcloud.com/mary-jo-rapini https://youtube.com/mjrapini Follow Mary Jo Rapini on social media: http://www.maryjorapini.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/maryjorapini Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maryjorapini Tumblr: https://maryjorapini.tumblr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryjorapini

    22 min
  4. The Dangerous Manipulation Of Love Bombing

    05/20/2020

    The Dangerous Manipulation Of Love Bombing

    Have you ever been on a date with someone who suddenly starts showering you with compliments and gifts? They don’t even seem to know much about you but quickly tell you they are in love with you and make you feel incredibly special. Today on Reaction Reset, psychotherapist Mary Jo Rapini discusses a dangerous manipulative behavior called love bombing and how you can recognize it. Watch the YouTube version: https://youtu.be/F7t-DG4bLNI Download my PDF activities for more help: http://www.maryjorapini.com/reactionreset Mary Jo Rapini, MEd, LPC is a psychotherapist, specializing in intimacy, parenting, body image, and relationships. Reaction Reset is a self-help series that explains the psychology behind why we react negatively and how we can begin to make a positive change. Subscribe for a new episode every other Wednesday! Visit my website for more help: http://www.maryjorapini.com Follow me on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/maryjorapini Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maryjorapini Tumblr: https://maryjorapini.tumblr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryjorapini

    6 min
  5. When You Want Someone You Can Have

    05/06/2020

    When You Want Someone You Can Have

    There’s something thrilling and attractive about someone we can't have. Sometimes we convince ourselves if we could have them, we would be happy. Whether it’s your boss, your best friend’s ex, or someone's spouse, today on Reaction Reset, psychotherapist Mary Jo Rapini discusses why we fantasize about someone we shouldn't and how to stop it. Watch the YouTube version: https://youtu.be/UgBe7udEAIY Looking for more help? Download my PDF activities on my website! http://www.maryjorapini.com/reactionreset Mary Jo Rapini, MEd, LPC is a psychotherapist, specializing in intimacy, parenting, body image, and relationships. Reaction Reset is a self-help series that explains the psychology behind why we react negatively and how we can begin to make a positive change. Subscribe for a new episode every other Wednesday! Visit my website for more help: http://www.maryjorapini.com Follow me on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/maryjorapini Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maryjorapini Tumblr: https://maryjorapini.tumblr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryjorapini

    6 min
  6. 5 Things Better Left Unsaid In A Relationship

    04/01/2020

    5 Things Better Left Unsaid In A Relationship

    Honesty is always the best policy, but volunteering information that will upset your partner or hurt their feelings is often better left unsaid. Before you share something with your partner, it’s important to consider whether this information will strengthen or grow the relationship. Today on Reaction Reset, I’m sharing my list of 5 things better left unsaid in a relationship. Watch the YouTube version: Mary Jo Rapini, MEd, LPC is a psychotherapist, specializing in intimacy, parenting, body image, and relationships. Reaction Reset is a self-help series that explains the psychology behind why we react negatively and how we can begin to make a positive change. Subscribe for a new episode every other Wednesday! Visit my website for more help: http://www.maryjorapini.com Follow me on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/maryjorapini Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maryjorapini Tumblr: https://maryjorapini.tumblr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryjorapini Mary Jo Rapini, MEd, LPC is a psychotherapist, specializing in intimacy, parenting, body image, and relationships. Reaction Reset is a self-help series that explains the psychology behind why we react negatively and how we can begin to make a positive change. Subscribe for a new episode every other Wednesday! Visit my website for more help: http://www.maryjorapini.com Follow me on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/maryjorapini Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maryjorapini Tumblr: https://maryjorapini.tumblr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryjorapini

    5 min
  7. Are You Ignoring Signs Of Depression?

    03/18/2020

    Are You Ignoring Signs Of Depression?

    If you’re feeling more irritable lately or arguing with your partner more, you may be experiencing depression. The signs of depression are often hidden and become more likely with passing years due to changes with brain chemistry and aging. Today on Reaction Reset, we’re talking about subtle signs of depression. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VQBiqIm0QXA Mary Jo Rapini, MEd, LPC is a psychotherapist, specializing in intimacy, parenting, body image, and relationships. Reaction Reset is a self-help series that explains the psychology behind why we react negatively and how we can begin to make a positive change. Subscribe for a new episode every other Wednesday! Visit my website for more help: http://www.maryjorapini.com Follow me on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/maryjorapini Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maryjorapini Tumblr: https://maryjorapini.tumblr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryjorapini

    5 min
  8. An Interview with a Domestic Abuse Survivor

    03/04/2020

    An Interview with a Domestic Abuse Survivor

    This week, we interviewed Dawn Callahan, a domestic violence survivor and board member of AVDA - a nonprofit organization that supports domestic abuse victims. Please join us for Dawn's incredible story, starting from when she realized she was in an abusive relationship to how she escaped and recovered. Interviewer Mary Jo Rapini, MEd, LPC is a psychotherapist, specializing in intimacy, parenting, body image, and relationships. Watch the video version: https://youtu.be/TyuqTAco7yo Domestic Abuse Resources: Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse (AVDA): https://avda-tx.org/ Love is Respect (for teens): https://www.loveisrespect.org/ National Domestic Abuse Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/ Women's Shelters (nationwide directory): https://www.womenshelters.org/ Want to learn more about relationship abuse? Find more of my videos below: Signs of Emotional Abuse: https://youtu.be/EyCvuNJ-bQQ Escaping Brainwashing and other Emotional Abuse: https://youtu.be/4mMSckwA-Zo 7 Tactics of Brainwashing Abusers: https://youtu.be/FlZTSTVRulI 5 Signs of a Dangerously Dysfunctional Relationship: https://youtu.be/vaaA5fgSKOU Dating a Sexual Assault Survivor: https://youtu.be/zAKxSk9OIF0 Trauma-Bonding: Why Abusive Partners are Difficult to Let Go: https://youtu.be/VWYS0tZBA1g Trying to escape emotional abuse? Download my PDF activity: http://www.maryjorapini.com/product-page/escaping-emotional-abuse Reaction Reset is a self-help series that explains the psychology behind why we react negatively and how we can begin to make a positive change. Subscribe for a new episode every other Wednesday! Visit my website for more help: http://www.maryjorapini.com Follow me on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/maryjorapini Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maryjorapini Tumblr: https://maryjorapini.tumblr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryjorapini

    16 min
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Mary Jo Rapini, MEd, LPC is a psychotherapist specializing in intimacy, sex, and relationships. She maintains a private practice in Houston, TX and is also an author, public speaker, and television personality.

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