Are We Okay? with licensed therapists, Maddy & Jennifer

Jennifer Teplin and Maddy Ellberger
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Welcome to the podcast where it’s time to talk about talk therapy. Meet Maddy and Jennifer, two NYC-based licensed therapists who have swapped the couch for the mic to offer listeners a weekly glimpse into life from a clinician’s perspective. As founders of their own therapy practices—Maddy of Downtown Behavioral Wellness and Jennifer of Manhattan Wellness—both help hundreds of clients each week. Now, they sit down to share stories and insights about the multitude of highs and lows faced in our 20s and 30s, from heartbreak to city living, career moves, and self-confidence, along with practical ways to turn the page each day. Tune in every Friday for a raw look at their personal journeys as clinical professionals and decade-long friends!

  1. 6D AGO

    are we... talking age gaps, location sharing, and other dating dilemmas?

    The gals are back with answers to your most pressing dating and relationship questions. From location sharing and shooting your shot to age gaps and defining the relationship, Maddy and Jen tackle it all with honesty, humor, and therapist-approved insight. Key Topics:  Location sharing: convenience vs. controlWho should text first (and why waiting doesn’t help)Dating someone from work — when it’s risky and when it’s notDefining the relationship after a serious breakupAge gaps and dating by life stage instead of ageWhat to say when your partner asks about weight changesWhy actions matter more than labels in relationships---  Connect with us: Email us your questions at: hello@areweokay.com Follow Jennifer on Instagram: @manhattan.wellness Follow Maddy on Instagram: @downtownbehavioralwellness Downtown Behavioral Wellness: Founded by Maddy Ellberger, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is a private therapy practice in NYC specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The practice focuses on providing evidence-based treatments for young adults and middle-aged clients dealing with life transitions, anxiety, and the unique challenges of their 20s, 30s, and 40s. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, career stress, or emotional regulation, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is there to support you every step of the way. Manhattan Wellness: Led by Jennifer Teplin, Manhattan Wellness is a boutique therapy practice dedicated to helping young professionals in New York City. Specializing in issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and major life transitions like dating, engagements, and new motherhood, the team at Manhattan Wellness provides compassionate, individualized care to help clients navigate the ups and downs of their 20s and 30s. Co-Host: Maddy Ellberger Co-Host: Jennifer Teplin Executive Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach

    27 min

  2. DEC 12

    are we... fighting fair?

    This week, Jen and Maddy are breaking down what it actually means to fight fair in relationships.  From everyday disagreements to bigger, emotionally charged conflicts, they explore how couples can navigate tension without saying things they can’t take back. Whether you’re conflict-avoidant, always the one who caves, or feel like your partner “wins” every argument, this episode offers practical tools for handling disagreements in a way that builds trust instead of resentment. Key Topics Why conflict is a cornerstone of healthy relationshipsThe difference between disagreeing and fightingHow to stay respectful when emotions escalateRecognizing when it’s time to pause a conversation“Kitchen sinking” and why piling on never helpsGiving and receiving feedback without defensivenessFinding a middle path instead of trying to winRepairing after a fight and moving forwardNavigating conflict after trauma or in high-stress life transitions---  Connect with us: Email us your questions at: hello@areweokay.com Follow Jennifer on Instagram: @manhattan.wellness Follow Maddy on Instagram: @downtownbehavioralwellness Downtown Behavioral Wellness: Founded by Maddy Ellberger, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is a private therapy practice in NYC specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The practice focuses on providing evidence-based treatments for young adults and middle-aged clients dealing with life transitions, anxiety, and the unique challenges of their 20s, 30s, and 40s. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, career stress, or emotional regulation, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is there to support you every step of the way. Manhattan Wellness: Led by Jennifer Teplin, Manhattan Wellness is a boutique therapy practice dedicated to helping young professionals in New York City. Specializing in issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and major life transitions like dating, engagements, and new motherhood, the team at Manhattan Wellness provides compassionate, individualized care to help clients navigate the ups and downs of their 20s and 30s. Co-Host: Maddy Ellberger Co-Host: Jennifer Teplin Executive Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach

    38 min

  3. DEC 5

    are we... pregnant and still processing?

    This week, Jen and Maddy are diving into the full experience of pregnancy -- from the early weeks of simply trying to survive to the big identity shifts that comes with this new chapter.  They get into the body changes, mood swings, comparison traps, and the moments that feel overwhelming. Plus, they talk about what real support from partners and friends actually looks like, and how to set boundaries as you get ready for a new baby. **Even if you're not a pregnant girlie -- this episode offers a relatable look at how to stay steady, supported, and self-aware during any major life transition!  Key Topics: The emotional ups and downs of pregnancyHow to stay connected to yourself as things changeWhy comparing pregnancies never helpsManaging big feelings and expectationsAsking for help (and actually accepting it)How partners can show up betterSetting boundaries with family and visitors--- Connect with us: Email us your questions at: hello@areweokay.com Follow Jennifer on Instagram: @manhattan.wellness Follow Maddy on Instagram: @downtownbehavioralwellness Downtown Behavioral Wellness: Founded by Maddy Ellberger, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is a private therapy practice in NYC specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The practice focuses on providing evidence-based treatments for young adults and middle-aged clients dealing with life transitions, anxiety, and the unique challenges of their 20s, 30s, and 40s. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, career stress, or emotional regulation, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is there to support you every step of the way. Manhattan Wellness: Led by Jennifer Teplin, Manhattan Wellness is a boutique therapy practice dedicated to helping young professionals in New York City. Specializing in issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and major life transitions like dating, engagements, and new motherhood, the team at Manhattan Wellness provides compassionate, individualized care to help clients navigate the ups and downs of their 20s and 30s. Co-Host: Maddy Ellberger Co-Host: Jennifer Teplin Executive Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach

    43 min

  4. NOV 21

    are we… owning what we really want (aka a real relationship)?

    Today, Jen and Maddy are digging into something they see all the time in their practices... the quiet pressure of never having been in a “real” relationship and why so many people find themselves stuck in situationships instead of something solid. They unpack the shame, the swipe-culture perfectionism, and the fear of labels —plus how to tell when something isn’t working and how to walk away without losing yourself. Key Topics:  Feeling behind when you’ve never had a boyfriendHow dating apps feed perfectionism and indecisionSigns you’re in a situationship (and what that really means)Warm-body syndrome, cool-girl traps, and waiting for the other shoe to dropHow to exit something that isn’t giving you what you wantBringing realism, curiosity, and honesty back into dating--- Connect with us: Email us your questions at: hello@areweokay.com Follow Jennifer on Instagram: @manhattan.wellness Follow Maddy on Instagram: @downtownbehavioralwellness Downtown Behavioral Wellness: Founded by Maddy Ellberger, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is a private therapy practice in NYC specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The practice focuses on providing evidence-based treatments for young adults and middle-aged clients dealing with life transitions, anxiety, and the unique challenges of their 20s, 30s, and 40s. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, career stress, or emotional regulation, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is there to support you every step of the way. Manhattan Wellness: Led by Jennifer Teplin, Manhattan Wellness is a boutique therapy practice dedicated to helping young professionals in New York City. Specializing in issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and major life transitions like dating, engagements, and new motherhood, the team at Manhattan Wellness provides compassionate, individualized care to help clients navigate the ups and downs of their 20s and 30s. Co-Host: Maddy Ellberger Co-Host: Jennifer Teplin Executive Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach

    30 min

  5. NOV 14

    are we... letting our anxiety run our lives?

    Today, Jen and Maddy are talking about anxiety... how it impacts your thoughts, your body, and your ability to show up in your life.  From spiraling about the future to replaying conversations on a loop, Jen and Maddy break down why anxiety shows up the way it does and how to stop letting it take the lead. They explore the patterns, comparison traps, and moments where worry stops being protective and starts being controlling, plus the practical tools that actually help you find your way back to calm. Key Topics: How to recognize when anxiety is taking overThe difference between everyday worry and full-on spiralingWhat your body cues are trying to tell you before your mind catches upDBT strategies for grounding, coping ahead, and interrupting the cycleBuilding joy and connection without feeding anxiety--- Connect with us: Email us your questions at: hello@areweokay.com Follow Jennifer on Instagram: @manhattan.wellness Follow Maddy on Instagram: @downtownbehavioralwellness Downtown Behavioral Wellness: Founded by Maddy Ellberger, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is a private therapy practice in NYC specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The practice focuses on providing evidence-based treatments for young adults and middle-aged clients dealing with life transitions, anxiety, and the unique challenges of their 20s, 30s, and 40s. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, career stress, or emotional regulation, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is there to support you every step of the way. Manhattan Wellness: Led by Jennifer Teplin, Manhattan Wellness is a boutique therapy practice dedicated to helping young professionals in New York City. Specializing in issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and major life transitions like dating, engagements, and new motherhood, the team at Manhattan Wellness provides compassionate, individualized care to help clients navigate the ups and downs of their 20s and 30s. Co-Host: Maddy Ellberger Co-Host: Jennifer Teplin Executive Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach

    29 min

  6. NOV 7

    are we... still city girls?

    Today, Jen and Maddy get real about breaking up with New York City. Jen (now suburban and serene) and Maddy (still clinging to city chaos) unpack how money, identity, and timing shape the decision to leave ... and what happens when change feels like giving up. Key Topics: When your zip code becomes part of your identityHow to know it’s time for a change — and what’s really holding you backThe emotional side of leaving (or staying)Finances, FOMO, and finding peace where you are--- Connect with us: Email us your questions at: hello@areweokay.com Follow Jennifer on Instagram: @manhattan.wellness Follow Maddy on Instagram: @downtownbehavioralwellness Downtown Behavioral Wellness: Founded by Maddy Ellberger, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is a private therapy practice in NYC specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The practice focuses on providing evidence-based treatments for young adults and middle-aged clients dealing with life transitions, anxiety, and the unique challenges of their 20s, 30s, and 40s. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, career stress, or emotional regulation, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is there to support you every step of the way. Manhattan Wellness: Led by Jennifer Teplin, Manhattan Wellness is a boutique therapy practice dedicated to helping young professionals in New York City. Specializing in issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and major life transitions like dating, engagements, and new motherhood, the team at Manhattan Wellness provides compassionate, individualized care to help clients navigate the ups and downs of their 20s and 30s. Co-Host: Maddy Ellberger Co-Host: Jennifer Teplin Executive Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach

    34 min

  7. OCT 31

    are we... catching up, cracking up, and getting spooked?

    Happy Halloween!  Today, Jen and Maddy are giving you some candy — a catch-up episode!  They’re talking hobbies that have gone by the wayside, finding tiny joys, and why we need to let our kids wave their freak flag loud and proud.  Plus, they’re answering listener questions about everything from dating someone who has kids to knowing when it might be time to switch up your therapist. xoxo,  Maddy & Jen  ---  Connect with us: Email us your questions at: hello@areweokay.com Follow Jennifer on Instagram: @manhattan.wellness Follow Maddy on Instagram: @downtownbehavioralwellness Downtown Behavioral Wellness: Founded by Maddy Ellberger, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is a private therapy practice in NYC specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The practice focuses on providing evidence-based treatments for young adults and middle-aged clients dealing with life transitions, anxiety, and the unique challenges of their 20s, 30s, and 40s. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, career stress, or emotional regulation, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is there to support you every step of the way. Manhattan Wellness: Led by Jennifer Teplin, Manhattan Wellness is a boutique therapy practice dedicated to helping young professionals in New York City. Specializing in issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and major life transitions like dating, engagements, and new motherhood, the team at Manhattan Wellness provides compassionate, individualized care to help clients navigate the ups and downs of their 20s and 30s. Co-Host: Maddy Ellberger Co-Host: Jennifer Teplin Executive Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach

    34 min

  8. OCT 24

    are we... taking self-care too far?

    Today, Jen and Maddy get real about self-care overload. From $800 facials to 20,000-step goals, the wellness world is louder (and more expensive) than ever. Maddy and Jen dig into what happens when “taking care of ourselves” becomes another pressure, another performance, and even another personality. Key Topics: The difference between self-care and self-obsession — and how to tell when it’s gone too farWhy the wellness industry thrives on our anxiety and urgencyInternal vs. external self-care: how to reconnect with what actually helpsHow therapy, healing, and even fitness can become identity trapsBuilding flexibility instead of perfection into your routinesAffordable, real-life ways to care for yourself without the pressure or price tag---  Connect with us: Email us your questions at: hello@areweokay.com Follow Jennifer on Instagram: @manhattan.wellness Follow Maddy on Instagram: @downtownbehavioralwellness Downtown Behavioral Wellness: Founded by Maddy Ellberger, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is a private therapy practice in NYC specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The practice focuses on providing evidence-based treatments for young adults and middle-aged clients dealing with life transitions, anxiety, and the unique challenges of their 20s, 30s, and 40s. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, career stress, or emotional regulation, Downtown Behavioral Wellness is there to support you every step of the way. Manhattan Wellness: Led by Jennifer Teplin, Manhattan Wellness is a boutique therapy practice dedicated to helping young professionals in New York City. Specializing in issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and major life transitions like dating, engagements, and new motherhood, the team at Manhattan Wellness provides compassionate, individualized care to help clients navigate the ups and downs of their 20s and 30s. Co-Host: Maddy Ellberger Co-Host: Jennifer Teplin Executive Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach

    33 min
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Welcome to the podcast where it’s time to talk about talk therapy. Meet Maddy and Jennifer, two NYC-based licensed therapists who have swapped the couch for the mic to offer listeners a weekly glimpse into life from a clinician’s perspective. As founders of their own therapy practices—Maddy of Downtown Behavioral Wellness and Jennifer of Manhattan Wellness—both help hundreds of clients each week. Now, they sit down to share stories and insights about the multitude of highs and lows faced in our 20s and 30s, from heartbreak to city living, career moves, and self-confidence, along with practical ways to turn the page each day. Tune in every Friday for a raw look at their personal journeys as clinical professionals and decade-long friends!

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