Let's Sit With This

Kristen Callaway, LMFT
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If you've ever wished someone would just talk about the hard stuff in a way that actually makes sense — this is that place. Let's Sit With This is hosted by Kristen Callaway, LMFT, a licensed therapist in Edmond, OK. This podcast is for anyone who is getting through hard moments, healing old hurt, or growing into someone they're proud of. Here we talk about the things that are hard to say out loud — anxiety, grief, trauma, relationships, self-worth, and the patterns that keep us stuck. It feels more like chatting around a campfire than sitting in a therapist's office. You'll leave with perspective, practical tools, and the reminder that you are not as alone in this as you might feel. Pull up a chair, get comfy, and let's sit with this together. Got a topic or question for the podcast? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/b6dJkGKCNzkVrruB6  Find Kristen at www.seekingpeaceok.com or on Instagram and Facebook @seekingpeacecounseling.

  1. قبل يوم واحد

    What They Don't Tell You About the Therapy Journey

    I'm a therapist. I know how this is supposed to work. And I still had to learn every hard lesson myself — sitting in that chair as a client, just like everyone else does. This episode is personal. Inspired by this month's Therapist's Bookshelf book, Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb, I'm sharing my own therapy journey — the real one. Five therapists over 13 years. The ones that helped, the ones that didn't, the year I spent "waiting" for the perfect therapist (spoiler: that was avoidance), and the deep trauma work that has changed my life. If you've tried therapy and quit, or you've been putting it off — this one is for you. The hard parts of the therapy journey are usually the signs it's working. If this episode resonated, leaving a review means the world and helps more people find this space. Let's Sit With This is hosted by Kristen Callaway, LMFT — a licensed therapist in Edmond, OK. Got a topic or question for the podcast? Submit it here Find me here: Website: seekingpeaceok.com Instagram & Facebook: @seekingpeacecounseling If this podcast has been helpful, following or subscribing helps more people find it. And if a specific episode resonated — sharing it with someone you care about goes a long way. Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and supportive purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized mental health care. If you are in crisis or experiencing an emergency, please call 911 or contact your local crisis line.

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    The Therapist's Bookshelf: Man's Search For Meaning by Viktor Frankl

    This month on The Therapist's Bookshelf, I'm reading Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl — and it's one of those books that's genuinely hard to summarize because the message hits differently depending on where you are in your own life. Viktor Frankl was an Austrian psychiatrist who survived Nazi concentration camps and came out the other side more convinced than ever about the human capacity to find meaning — even in suffering. In this episode I share what stood out to me as a therapist, why this book matters for anyone doing healing work, and how the question of "why did this happen to me" can slowly shift into something more livable. This is not a light read. But it might be exactly what you need. Next month we're reading Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb — get your copy and read along. Let's Sit With This is hosted by Kristen Callaway, LMFT — a licensed therapist in Edmond, OK. Got a topic or question for the podcast? Submit it here Find me here: Website: seekingpeaceok.com Instagram & Facebook: @seekingpeacecounseling If this podcast has been helpful, following or subscribing helps more people find it. And if a specific episode resonated — sharing it with someone you care about goes a long way. Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and supportive purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized mental health care. If you are in crisis or experiencing an emergency, please call 911 or contact your local crisis line.

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    The Therapist's Bookshelf: How To Keep House While Drowning by KC Davis

    Hey friends! For February on The Therapist’s Bookshelf, we read How to Keep House While Drowning by KC Davis — a compassionate, trauma-informed take on cleaning, organizing, and care tasks. On the surface, this book is about keeping house. But underneath that, it’s about shame, expectations, and the invisible standards we carry about what our homes — and our lives — “should” look like. In this episode, I share: Why the format of this book works so well for neurodivergent readersWhat stood out to me about the shame lens woven throughoutHow trauma-informed principles change the way we approach care tasksWho this book is most helpful for (and why)If you’ve ever felt like you’re “failing” at keeping up with your space — or you’ve struggled to implement organizing systems that just don’t stick — this conversation is for you. For March, we’ll be reading Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl, a powerful reflection on survival, suffering, and purpose.  Pull up a chair. Let’s sit with this — and read it together.  Let's Sit With This is hosted by Kristen Callaway, LMFT — a licensed therapist in Edmond, OK. Got a topic or question for the podcast? Submit it here Find me here: Website: seekingpeaceok.com Instagram & Facebook: @seekingpeacecounseling If this podcast has been helpful, following or subscribing helps more people find it. And if a specific episode resonated — sharing it with someone you care about goes a long way. Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and supportive purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized mental health care. If you are in crisis or experiencing an emergency, please call 911 or contact your local crisis line.

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    When Life Just Stops: The Shame Side of Depression

    There’s a side of depression that doesn’t get talked about enough. The side where life just… stops. Where showering feels impossible. Where the dishes pile up. Where you stop responding to texts. Where shame gets louder than anything else. In this episode, we talk about severe depression through a nervous system lens — what it looks like when you move into a prolonged freeze state, why it can happen even after life circumstances improve, and how shame keeps the cycle going. Most importantly, we talk about how to gently begin climbing out. Not with pressure. Not with perfection. But with small, steady steps that rebuild dignity and momentum. If you’ve ever felt ashamed of how far things have gotten — this episode is for you. If You Need Immediate Support: If you are in the U.S. and experiencing thoughts of harming yourself or someone else, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. You can also chat via https://988lifeline.org  If you are outside the U.S., please contact your local crisis service or emergency number.  Let's Sit With This is hosted by Kristen Callaway, LMFT — a licensed therapist in Edmond, OK. Got a topic or question for the podcast? Submit it here Find me here: Website: seekingpeaceok.com Instagram & Facebook: @seekingpeacecounseling If this podcast has been helpful, following or subscribing helps more people find it. And if a specific episode resonated — sharing it with someone you care about goes a long way. Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and supportive purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized mental health care. If you are in crisis or experiencing an emergency, please call 911 or contact your local crisis line.

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    The Therapist’s Bookshelf: Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg

    Hey strangers — I’ve missed you. This episode is a little different. It’s mid-February, life has been full (sickness, weather chaos, school closures, work), and I’m recording this with 18 minutes before my next client. So we’re embracing real life over polished perfection. Today I’m finally sharing thoughts on January’s Therapist’s Bookshelf pick: Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg. This one pushed me a bit outside my usual comfort zone, and I’m reflecting on what stood out, what felt helpful, and why tiny, sustainable change matters more than dramatic overhauls. We talk about: Why small steps are often the most powerful onesThe importance of curiosity instead of shame when change doesn’t stickLetting go of all-or-nothing thinkingGiving yourself permission to adjust when something isn’t a fitThis episode is less of a formal book review and more of an honest conversation about growth, habits, and what it looks like to keep showing up — even when you feel behind. February’s book is How to Keep House While Drowning by KC Davis, and I’m really looking forward to diving into that one next. If you feel like you don’t have it all together right now, you’re not alone. Pull up a chair. Let’s sit with this together. Let's Sit With This is hosted by Kristen Callaway, LMFT — a licensed therapist in Edmond, OK. Got a topic or question for the podcast? Submit it here Find me here: Website: seekingpeaceok.com Instagram & Facebook: @seekingpeacecounseling If this podcast has been helpful, following or subscribing helps more people find it. And if a specific episode resonated — sharing it with someone you care about goes a long way. Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and supportive purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized mental health care. If you are in crisis or experiencing an emergency, please call 911 or contact your local crisis line.

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    Introducing The Therapist's Bookshelf

    Have you ever wondered what books mental health professionals actually read to help them in their work with clients? Not the clinical or theoretical ones — but the books you could actually pick up, read, and find helpful. Well you're in luck because I'm starting a new monthly series I’ll be doing this year called The Therapist’s Bookshelf. Each month, I’ll read one book and then come on here to talk about it — what stood out to me, what challenged me, what I loved, what I didn’t love, and how I think about the ideas as both a therapist and a human. Most of these books are new to me, and a couple are ones I’m revisiting because they mattered that much. Think of it like a laid-back book club — a space to talk honestly about ideas that help us understand ourselves, our relationships, and the hard parts of being human. The books in this series touch on things like change, emotions, trauma, relationships, boundaries, habits, and meaning. Some are practical. Some are deeper. I’ve intentionally chosen a mix, knowing that different books will resonate with different people. You’re welcome to read along each month — or not. You can simply listen to the episodes as they come out and take what’s helpful. Physical books, ebooks, and audiobooks are all welcome here. The Therapist’s Bookshelf — Full Reading List Here is the complete reading list for the series, in the order we’ll be moving through it: January: Tiny Habits — BJ Fogg February: How to Keep House While Drowning — KC Davis March: Man’s Search for Meaning — Viktor Frankl April: Maybe You Should Talk to Someone — Lori Gottlieb May: Set Boundaries, Find Peace — Nedra Glover Tawwab June: The New Rules of Marriage — Terrence Real July: Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents — Lindsay C. Gibson August: Running on Empty — Jonice Webb September: The Gifts of Imperfection — Brené Brown October: Atlas of the Heart — Brené Brown November: Walking the Tiger — Peter Levine December: No Bad Parts — Richard Schwartz All of the books are listed here so you can follow along at your own pace — or simply use the episodes to decide which ones might be worth picking up. If you’re enjoying the show, make sure to follow or subscribe so you don’t miss upcoming episodes. Let's get reading! Let's Sit With This is hosted by Kristen Callaway, LMFT — a licensed therapist in Edmond, OK. Got a topic or question for the podcast? Submit it here Find me here: Website: seekingpeaceok.com Instagram & Facebook: @seekingpeacecounseling If this podcast has been helpful, following or subscribing helps more people find it. And if a specific episode resonated — sharing it with someone you care about goes a long way. Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and supportive purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized mental health care. If you are in crisis or experiencing an emergency, please call 911 or contact your local crisis line.

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    New Year’s Resolutions That Actually Stick with Megan Secrest, LCSW

    January has a way of turning change into pressure, noise, and unrealistic expectations.  Today I’m joined by my friend and colleague Megan Secrest, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the founder of Gift of Grit Counseling. Megan brings such a grounded, real-life approach to change—especially when it comes to health goals, identity shifts, and the emotional side of starting over. In this episode, we talk about New Year’s resolutions—but not in the usual pressure-filled way. We get into why resolutions often fall apart, how your nervous system plays a role, and how to set goals that actually fit your real life and energy. If you’re someone who’s tried to “get it together” every January… this one’s for you.  We talk about:  Why most resolutions fall apart (and it’s not because you’re lazy)  The best time to start (hint: it’s not January 1)  How to choose goals that fit your real life—not your fantasy life  The mindset shift from vanity goals to “future me” goals (hello, the 70-year-old version of you)  Megan’s 10 rules for sustainable changes. About today’s guest: Megan Secrest, LCSW is the founder of Gift of Grit Counseling. She supports clients navigating anxiety, trauma, major life transitions, identity shifts, and grief—and she blends trauma-informed therapy, EMDR, polyvagal principles, and practical habit-building tools to help change actually last. Connect with Megan:  Website: https://www.giftofgritcounseling.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giftofgritcounseling Thanks for sitting with us today. I’m really glad you’re here—and I’ll save you a seat for next time.  Let's Sit With This is hosted by Kristen Callaway, LMFT — a licensed therapist in Edmond, OK. Got a topic or question for the podcast? Submit it here Find me here: Website: seekingpeaceok.com Instagram & Facebook: @seekingpeacecounseling If this podcast has been helpful, following or subscribing helps more people find it. And if a specific episode resonated — sharing it with someone you care about goes a long way. Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and supportive purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized mental health care. If you are in crisis or experiencing an emergency, please call 911 or contact your local crisis line.

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    Grief That is Hard To Recognize: Guest on podcast Therapist's Take

    On this special episode, Kristen was recently a guest on the podcast Therapist's Take, where they explored the complex and often invisible realm of ambiguous and non-traditional grief. They discussed the many ways this kind of grief shows up—through infertility and disrupted visions of family, through the slow unraveling of relationships and the loss of safety within them, through the painful recognition of family dysfunction, and through the moral injuries carried by those in military or first responder roles. You will learn how to name these experiences (07:26), understand their emotional impact, and take meaningful steps toward healing when closure isn’t straightforward. You can find more about Therapist's Take with Carrie and Josh here: https://familysolutionsok.com/fsc-podcasts/ Let's Sit With This is hosted by Kristen Callaway, LMFT — a licensed therapist in Edmond, OK. Got a topic or question for the podcast? Submit it here Find me here: Website: seekingpeaceok.com Instagram & Facebook: @seekingpeacecounseling If this podcast has been helpful, following or subscribing helps more people find it. And if a specific episode resonated — sharing it with someone you care about goes a long way. Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and supportive purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized mental health care. If you are in crisis or experiencing an emergency, please call 911 or contact your local crisis line.

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If you've ever wished someone would just talk about the hard stuff in a way that actually makes sense — this is that place. Let's Sit With This is hosted by Kristen Callaway, LMFT, a licensed therapist in Edmond, OK. This podcast is for anyone who is getting through hard moments, healing old hurt, or growing into someone they're proud of. Here we talk about the things that are hard to say out loud — anxiety, grief, trauma, relationships, self-worth, and the patterns that keep us stuck. It feels more like chatting around a campfire than sitting in a therapist's office. You'll leave with perspective, practical tools, and the reminder that you are not as alone in this as you might feel. Pull up a chair, get comfy, and let's sit with this together. Got a topic or question for the podcast? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/b6dJkGKCNzkVrruB6  Find Kristen at www.seekingpeaceok.com or on Instagram and Facebook @seekingpeacecounseling.

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