This Doesn’t Count As Therapy

Carlissa, LPC
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Welcome to This Doesn’t Count As Therapy, a podcast dedicated to making mental health and personal growth accessible to everyone. Join us as we explore the complexities of trauma, the nervous system, and other critical aspects of well-being. Our goal is to provide you with practical insights and strategies for healing and growth, empowering you to navigate your journey with confidence and clarity.   ABOUT THE HOST: I'm Carlissa, a licensed mental health therapist who is passionate about mental health. I wanted to create a platform that promotes growth and healing. This platform is based on the belief that we can all grow but sometimes it just takes a little encouragement (it's hard work).Although, 'this doesn't count as therapy', I encourage you to listen with an open mind and bring your whole self along for the journey. Love & Light, Carlissa  GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: carlissa767@gmail.com This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. NOV 5

    Eldest Siblings Unite! (and Others Who Play a Supportive Role in the Family)

    This episode dives into the "eldest sibling" archetype & the unspoken pressure of being the one who holds it all together. We’ll unpack where that role comes from, how it shows up in adulthood, and what it looks like to finally choose balance without guilt. GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: carlissa767@gmail.com or www.thisdoesntcountastherapy.com Connect to us through TikTok SUPPORT ME HERE: https://buymeacoffee.com/thisdoesntcountastherapy This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider. All opinions are mine and mine alone and do not represent my employer. Therapy resources: https://www.psychologytoday.com https://therapyforblackgirls.com https://openpathcollective.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    17 min

  2. OCT 8

    What We Expect from Love (and What It Expects from Us)

    Ugh, can I just talk about love again & again?!?! Sometimes we put a lot on love. We expect it to make us feel whole, fix our fears, or prove that we’re finally enough. But what happens when love can’t carry all of that? link to Kim Holloway’s Substack article: https://open.substack.com/pub/coachkimholloway/p/love-as-a-mirror?r=1k3wq1&utm_medium=ios GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: carlissa767@gmail.com www.thisdoesntcountastherapy.com COACHING CLASSES OPEN JAN 2026 Connect to us through TikTok SUPPORT ME HERE: https://buymeacoffee.com/thisdoesntcountastherapy This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider. All opinions are mine and mine alone and do not represent my employer. Therapy resources: https://www.psychologytoday.com https://therapyforblackgirls.com https://openpathcollective.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    22 min

  3. OCT 1

    How to Grieve When You Don't Understand It

    See previous episode: Episode 7: Give Yourself Permission to Grieve (for deeper context on death and loss). If grief were a class, most of us would’ve skipped the lecture...not because we wanted to but because no one really teaches us how to deal with it. This week, we’re in Grief 101: why it’s more than just death, and how ambiguous grief-the kind with no closure shapes us too. We’ll share real-life examples and talk through practical ways to navigate both kinds of grief. Think of it as a crash course in giving yourself permission to feel, to honor what’s been lost (even if no one else names it), and to move at your own pace. GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: carlissa767@gmail.com www.thisdoesntcountastherapy.com Connect to us through TikTok SUPPORT ME HERE: https://buymeacoffee.com/thisdoesntcountastherapy Send us a text This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider. All opinions are mine and mine alone and do not represent my employer. Therapy resources: https://www.psychologytoday.com https://therapyforblackgirls.com https://openpathcollective.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    22 min

  4. AUG 28

    How Choices Can Change Your Life

    Learn how to stop telling yourself "I don't have a choice." In this episode, we explore how recognizing your options, even the small ones, can shift your perspective, restore your sense of agency, and create real freedom in your everyday life. Connect to us through TikTok SUPPORT ME HERE: https://buymeacoffee.com/thisdoesntcountastherapy Send us a text This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider. All opinions are mine and mine alone and do not represent my employer. GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: carlissa767@gmail.com www.thisdoesntcountastherapy.com Therapy resources: https://www.psychologytoday.com https://therapyforblackgirls.com https://openpathcollective.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    17 min

  5. JUL 29

    Mastering Your 20s: Social Media, Self-Discovery & Finding Joy with Breanna and Kaitlyn

    It’s only right that Episode 20 is all about your 20s! This decade is a mix of highs, lessons, and figuring out who you truly are. This is such an intimate episode and i'm so grateful to have Breanna and Kaitlyn share parts of their story with us. We dive into navigating love, staying grounded in a social media-driven world, the power of being present, and why it’s okay to walk away...even when something once felt blissful. Bonus question: What would your 20-something soundtrack consist of? Connect to us through TikTok SUPPORT ME HERE: https://buymeacoffee.com/thisdoesntcountastherapy Send us a text This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider. All opinions are mine and mine alone and do not represent my employer. GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: carlissa767@gmail.com - www.thisdoesntcountastherapy.com Therapy resources: https://www.psychologytoday.com https://therapyforblackgirls.com https://openpathcollective.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min

  6. JUN 9

    From One Chronic Overwhelmer to the Next

    Feeling like you should have it all figured out by now? Same. This episode is for the chronic overwhelmers. We're talking about giving ourselves permission to change, to slow down, and to not have a 5-year plan. Because growth isn’t a straight line and that’s more than okay. *MUST BE FOLLOWING ON INSTAGRAM TO BE CONSIDERED IN GIFT SELECTION* IG: THISDOESNTCOUNTASTHERAPY Connect to us through TikTok SUPPORT ME HERE: https://buymeacoffee.com/thisdoesntcountastherapy Send us a text This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider. All opinions are mine and mine alone and do not represent my employer. GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: carlissa767@gmail.com - www.thisdoesntcountastherapy.com Therapy resources: https://www.psychologytoday.com https://therapyforblackgirls.com https://openpathcollective.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    14 min

  7. MAY 21

    You Are Always Becoming: Not Being Afraid to Pivot

    Growth isn’t linear, and who you were last year..or even last week..doesn’t have to define who you are becoming. This episode is a reminder that it’s okay to shift, change direction, and make space for new versions of yourself. Pivoting isn't quitting, it's choosing alignment over expectation. Connect to us through TikTok Connect to us through IG: THISDOESNTCOUNTASTHERAPY SUPPORT ME HERE: https://buymeacoffee.com/thisdoesntcountastherapy Send us a text This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider. All opinions are mine and mine alone and do not represent my employer. GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: carlissa767@gmail.com Therapy resources: https://www.psychologytoday.com https://therapyforblackgirls.com https://openpathcollective.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    11 min

  8. APR 10

    Radical Rest

    In this season of renewal, we're talking about the kind of rest that goes deeper than sleep, one that honors your becoming. Just like the earth needs time to be still before it blooms, so do we. Connect to us through TikTok Connect to us through IG: THISDOESNTCOUNTASTHERAPY SUPPORT ME HERE: https://buymeacoffee.com/thisdoesntcountastherapy Send us a text This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider. All opinions are mine and mine alone and do not represent my employer. GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: carlissa767@gmail.com Therapy resources: https://www.psychologytoday.com https://therapyforblackgirls.com https://openpathcollective.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    13 min
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Welcome to This Doesn’t Count As Therapy, a podcast dedicated to making mental health and personal growth accessible to everyone. Join us as we explore the complexities of trauma, the nervous system, and other critical aspects of well-being. Our goal is to provide you with practical insights and strategies for healing and growth, empowering you to navigate your journey with confidence and clarity.   ABOUT THE HOST: I'm Carlissa, a licensed mental health therapist who is passionate about mental health. I wanted to create a platform that promotes growth and healing. This platform is based on the belief that we can all grow but sometimes it just takes a little encouragement (it's hard work).Although, 'this doesn't count as therapy', I encourage you to listen with an open mind and bring your whole self along for the journey. Love & Light, Carlissa  GUEST AND SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES: carlissa767@gmail.com This is not a substitute for therapy and should not be used as a replacement for the therapeutic relationship, individualized mental health or medical care. Please seek professional guidance. We hold no liability for any medical advice given in this space. Please speak to your medical provider. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Carlissa, LPC
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 This Doesn’t Count As Therapy
  • Show Website
    This Doesn’t Count As Therapy

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