Through the Eyes of a Therapist Podcast

Cristal Martinez Acosta, LPC-S, LPCC, NCC, CCTP
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”Through the Eyes of a Therapist Podcast”, Host-Cristal M. Acosta, TX LPC-Supervisor, Board Certified Counselor, lets you in on what it’s like to be a mental health professional. Enjoy fun, educational, and candid discussions about therapy, mental health, and psychology. Humanizing therapists, destigmatizing mental health, and demystifying therapy.

  1. 1d ago

    Are the Parents Alright? The Impact of Emotionally Immature Parents

    In this episode, we discuss emotionally immature parents, what emotional maturity really looks like, and how the way we were raised can continue to affect us well into adulthood. We talk about healthy emotional expression, whether parents should cry in front of their children, setting boundaries with family, and how emotionally immature parenting can shape our relationships, self-worth, and ability to regulate our emotions. We also explore how recognizing these patterns is the first step toward breaking the cycle and building healthier relationships. If you've ever wondered why certain family dynamics still affect you as an adult, struggled to set boundaries with loved ones, or are trying to become a more emotionally mature parent yourself, this episode is for you. Listen to the podcast: https://throughtheeyesofatherapist.podbean.com/ Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more episodes! Keep the podcast going by pledging as little as $3 a month https://www.patreon.com/tteoat Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/throughtheeyesofatherapist/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tteoatpodcast Here is our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/clarityelpaso This video/podcast content is for educational purposes only. The content in this podcast is never therapy or a consultation, and you should always seek medical and mental health advice from your own medical/mental health professionals.

    38 min

  2. Jun 17

    Ain't No Rest for the Empathetic - The Burnout Trap

    In this episode, we talk about burnout, why it happens, and why some of the people most likely to experience it are the ones who genuinely care about others. We discuss people-pleasing, compassion fatigue, setting boundaries, and the pressure to always be available. We also talk about why so many of us tie our self-worth to being helpful, productive, or needed—and what happens when that mindset catches up with us. If you've ever felt guilty for resting, struggled to say no, or found yourself running on empty while trying to take care of everyone else, this episode is for you. Listen to the podcast: https://throughtheeyesofatherapist.podbean.com/ Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more episodes! Keep the podcast going by pledging as little as $3 a month: https://www.patreon.com/c/Therapistcristal Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/throughtheeyesofatherapist/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tteoatpodcast Here is our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/clarityelpaso This video/podcast content is for educational purposes only. The content in this podcast is never therapy or a consultation, and you should always seek medical and mental health advice from your own medical/mental health professionals.

    40 min

  3. Jun 3

    Let's Talk TherapyTok - Why Confidence Is Not Qualification!

    In this episode, we discuss the risk of life coaches and the effect they can have on personal mental health development, and even on the field itself! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more episodes! Keep the podcast going by pledging as little as $3 a month https://www.patreon.com/c/Therapistcristal Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/throughtheeyesofatherapist/ Here is our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/clarityelpaso *This video/podcast content is for educational purposes only. The content in this podcast is never therapy or a consultation, and you should always seek medical and mental health advice from your own medical/mental health professionals.*

    45 min

  4. May 20

    A White Flag is Better Then A Red Flag! - Why We Stay In Toxic Relationships!

    In this episode, we discuss the reasons why someone might stay in an unhealthy relationship (Partners, Friendships, and jobs all count!)! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more episodes! Keep the podcast going by pledging as little as $3 a month https://www.patreon.com/c/Therapistcristal Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/throughtheeyesofatherapist/ Here is our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/clarityelpaso *This video/podcast content is for educational purposes only. The content in this podcast is never therapy or a consultation, and you should always seek medical and mental health advice from your own medical/mental health professionals.*

    47 min

  5. May 10

    Mother's Day, Mother issues! ( And Working Through Them!)

    Happy Mother's day! Hopefully with a Happy Mother! In this episode, we sit down and talk about moms, complicated family dynamics, generational patterns, guilt, love, boundaries, and the weird emotional whiplash that can come with Mother’s Day. 🎙️ Through the Eyes of a Therapist is all about real conversations, clinical insight, and making mental health feel more human.   Keep the podcast going by pledging as little as $3 a month: https://www.patreon.com/c/Therapistcristal Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/throughtheeyesofatherapist/ Here is our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/clarityelpaso Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more episodes. *This video/podcast content is for educational purposes only. The content in this podcast is not therapy or a consultation, and you should always seek medical and mental health advice from your own licensed medical or mental health professionals.*

    11 min

  6. May 6

    Uh Oh, We're Almost Out Of Time! | Therapist This or That

    Today we play a fun game called This or That? where we make some quick decisions on our favorite ways to therapize! When is the best time to take notes? What is our favorite kind of treatment plan? Where do we stand on the Tissue Issue? Tune in to find out on today's Through the Eyes of a Therapist! 🎙️ Through the Eyes of a Therapist is all about real conversations, clinical insight, and making mental health feel more human.   Keep the podcast going by pledging as little as $3 a month: https://www.patreon.com/c/Therapistcristal Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/throughtheeyesofatherapist/ Here is our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/clarityelpaso Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more episodes. *This video/podcast content is for educational purposes only. The content in this podcast is not therapy or a consultation, and you should always seek medical and mental health advice from your own licensed medical or mental health professionals.*

    23 min

  7. Apr 22

    Private Practice for Therapists: Where Do You Even Start?

    In this conversation, we sit down to talk about private practice, what it really takes to get started, and the realities that many therapists do not fully see until they are seriously considering that next step. Whether you’re a student, an associate, a practicing clinician, or just curious about the profession, this episode offers insight into: • What private practice actually involves behind the scenes • Business structures, insurance billing, and the practical side of getting started • Questions therapists should consider before making the move into private practice • What the transition can realistically look like for clinicians at different stages Simple Practice referral link https://share.simplepractice.com/cristal15!01a8b0e216!a Upcoming Workshop with code 15OFF for discount https://www.clarityelpaso.com/upcoming/p/the-ceramics-retreat-jan-48-89fxe-8wjpw 🎙️ Through the Eyes of a Therapist is all about real conversations, clinical insight, and making mental health feel more human.   Keep the podcast going by pledging as little as $3 a month: https://www.patreon.com/c/Therapistcristal Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/throughtheeyesofatherapist/ Here is our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/clarityelpaso Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more episodes. *This video/podcast content is for educational purposes only. The content in this podcast is not therapy or a consultation, and you should always seek medical and mental health advice from your own licensed medical or mental health professionals.*

    45 min

  8. Apr 8

    Will The Real Therapist Please Stand Up? (Imposter Syndrome Is Real)

    In this conversation, an LPC-S and LPC-Associate sit down to talk about navigating "Imposter Syndrome", the effect it can have on a therapist, and the feelings it can project on to clients. Whether you’re a student, an associate, or just curious about the profession, this episode offers insight into: • What imposter syndrome can look like in therapy • The pressure that comes with training, supervision, and responsibility • How self-doubt can actually be part of being a thoughtful clinician • The role of identity, culture, and lived experience in the field   🎙️ Through the Eyes of a Therapist is all about real conversations, clinical insight, and making mental health feel more human. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more episodes!   Keep the podcast going by pledging as little as $3 a month https://www.patreon.com/c/Therapistcristal   Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/throughtheeyesofatherapist/    Here is our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/clarityelpaso   *This video/podcast content is for educational purposes only. The content in this podcast is never therapy or a consultation, and you should always seek medical and mental health advice from your own medical/mental health professionals.*

    46 min
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”Through the Eyes of a Therapist Podcast”, Host-Cristal M. Acosta, TX LPC-Supervisor, Board Certified Counselor, lets you in on what it’s like to be a mental health professional. Enjoy fun, educational, and candid discussions about therapy, mental health, and psychology. Humanizing therapists, destigmatizing mental health, and demystifying therapy.

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  • Creator
    Cristal Martinez Acosta, LPC-S, LPCC, NCC, CCTP
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    94
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright 2018 All rights reserved.
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