The Counselor's Couch

Calvin C Williams, LPC
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A podcast dedicated to exploring topics and issues that enhance the lives and relationships of listeners. Calvin Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 25 years of experience helping clients overcome difficult challenges associated with mental health, addiction, and emotional wellness. Calvin enjoys working with people and has a desire to empower clients on their road to personal growth and development. This is a personal journey of living intentionally, sharing life stories, embracing vulnerability and the universal truth that we are not alone. Calvin is not your traditional therapist. He loves to laugh and find connection with others. So pull up a cushion and make yourself comfortable on The Counselor's Couch. Live Intentionally, Love Daily and Laugh Often.

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    S3 Episode 17: Cultivating Leadership Skills

    Let us know you care. Drop a quick text and let us know what you think. Leadership isn’t a title; it’s how we show up for people, problems, and purpose. We continue our deep dive into practical leadership by pairing John Maxwell’s timeless qualities with Simon Sinek’s big-picture framework, giving you a simple way to build trust, clarify your why, and take action—no corner office required. From parenting and coaching to team projects and tough conversations, Calvin explores how character and consistency turn everyday moments into meaningful influence. We start with the core: people buy into the leader before the vision. That means integrity, courage, and commitment aren’t optional—they’re the bedrock that makes influence sustainable. You’ll learn how to align words and actions, speak the hard truth with care, and stay steady when novelty fades. Then we move into communication that connects, charisma as genuine attention, and a positive attitude that avoids toxic cheer while focusing on real solutions. Along the way, we unpack initiative (leaders go first), focus (say no to do the right yes), and problem solving that replaces reactivity with calm, curious thinking. Generosity, self-discipline, and servanthood bring it all together. We show how giving credit, investing in people, and building daily habits compound into trust you can feel. And we ground the work with a weekly challenge: choose one quality and practice it through small, consistent actions tied to your why. By blending Maxwell’s how with Sinek’s why, you’ll have a clear, repeatable path to grow your leadership right where you are—at home, at work, and in your community. Support the show Thanks for listening and if you have enjoyed The Counselor's Couch, then let us know. Take a moment and leave a quick review of this episode or any episode on Apple Podcasts. Your review really does make a difference and they help us know if we are heading in the right direction. Check us out on Facebook - The Counselor's Couch Comments, questions or topics of interest can be emailed to: thecounselorscouch@gmail.com Share an episode with a friend or family member and remember "You are not alone and You are of Value".

    27 phút

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    S3 Episode 16: Quiet Desperation: The Loneliness Epidemic

    Let us know you care. Drop a quick text and let us know what you think. Loneliness has become a silent epidemic in our hyper-connected world. Despite smartphones linking us to billions and social media keeping us perpetually "in touch," the Surgeon General has declared loneliness a public health crisis with health impacts comparable to smoking 15 cigarettes daily. How can we be more digitally connected yet more emotionally isolated than ever before? This episode dives deep into what Henry David Thoreau called "lives of quiet desperation" – that subtle, persistent ache of going through the motions of connection while feeling fundamentally unseen. We explore the psychology behind loneliness, distinguishing it from simply being alone. Loneliness isn't about physical isolation but about the perceived quality of our relationships across three dimensions: intimate connections, social belonging, and collective purpose. Your attachment patterns – formed in earliest relationships – become the blueprint for how you approach connection throughout life. Whether anxious, avoidant, or disorganized, these patterns can create the very loneliness you're trying to avoid. The good news? These patterns aren't permanent. Your brain remains plastic throughout life, capable of forming new neural pathways through secure relationships. We examine how our culture of curated perfection on social media creates collective illusions that everyone else has it figured out while we alone struggle. Connection isn't built on highlight reels but on shared humanity – including our struggles, questions, and imperfections. Technology becomes problematic when it substitutes for rather than supplements face-to-face connection, where irreplaceable elements like mirror neurons, nervous system co-regulation, and nonverbal cues create deeper bonds. Breaking free from quiet desperation starts with small, intentional steps: deepening existing relationships rather than constantly seeking new ones, practicing vulnerability incrementally, building regular connection rhythms into your life, being fully present during interactions, and becoming the person who initiates contact rather than waiting for others. Remember – your longing for connection isn't weakness but evidence of your humanity. Support the show Thanks for listening and if you have enjoyed The Counselor's Couch, then let us know. Take a moment and leave a quick review of this episode or any episode on Apple Podcasts. Your review really does make a difference and they help us know if we are heading in the right direction. Check us out on Facebook - The Counselor's Couch Comments, questions or topics of interest can be emailed to: thecounselorscouch@gmail.com Share an episode with a friend or family member and remember "You are not alone and You are of Value".

    27 phút

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    S3 Episode 15: Why Am I So Angry?

    Let us know you care. Drop a quick text and let us know what you think. Ever felt like you're one interruption away from completely losing it? You're not alone. That rising tide of anger—the shorter fuse, the explosive reactions—isn't a character flaw. It's a signal that something deeper needs attention. In this powerful exploration of anger, licensed counselor Calvin Williams takes us beneath the surface of our rage to discover what's really driving these intense emotions. We're living in what he calls a "pressure cooker culture"—financial stress, political divisions, health anxieties, and a news cycle designed to keep us perpetually outraged. We're carrying invisible backpacks filled with unmet expectations and unnamed grief, then wondering why we snap when someone cuts us off in traffic. The revelation at the heart of this episode? Anger itself isn't the enemy. It's what counselors call a secondary emotion—the bodyguard that shows up to protect us when we feel threatened, rejected, powerless, or grieving. Using the metaphor of an "anger iceberg," Williams helps us recognize that explosive moments are merely symptoms of deeper emotional currents running beneath the surface. When we address only the anger without exploring what's underneath, we miss the opportunity for true healing. This episode offers a transformative approach to anger management. You'll learn how your brain processes anger physiologically, why it takes about 20 minutes for stress hormones to clear your system, and how to respond with wisdom instead of reacting from wounds. You'll discover why unprocessed anger leads to depression, anxiety, health problems, and damaged relationships—and how to break these harmful patterns. Whether you're struggling with your own anger or trying to understand someone else's, this episode provides compassionate insight and actionable strategies. Listen now to transform your relationship with anger and reclaim the peace and connection you deserve. Your anger is not your identity—it's information, and you have the capacity to learn from it rather than be controlled by it. Support the show Thanks for listening and if you have enjoyed The Counselor's Couch, then let us know. Take a moment and leave a quick review of this episode or any episode on Apple Podcasts. Your review really does make a difference and they help us know if we are heading in the right direction. Check us out on Facebook - The Counselor's Couch Comments, questions or topics of interest can be emailed to: thecounselorscouch@gmail.com Share an episode with a friend or family member and remember "You are not alone and You are of Value".

    27 phút

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    S3, Episode 14: Mindfulness Made Simple

    Let us know you care. Drop a quick text and let us know what you think. Have you ever felt like your brain is constantly racing, jumping between past regrets and future worries, while life rushes by unnoticed? Take a deep breath—this is where the real power of mindfulness begins. Forget the stereotypical image of cross-legged yogis on mountaintops achieving empty minds. True mindfulness is about noticing your life as it happens—the taste of toothpaste while brushing, the warmth of a coffee mug in your hands, the sensation of your feet on the floor as you walk. It's accessible to everyone, requires no special equipment, and can be practiced in as little as 10 seconds. The science behind this practice is remarkable. Studies show even brief mindfulness sessions significantly reduce stress levels, strengthen the brain's focus center, and decrease activity in our fight-or-flight response system. One review found that 6-12 weeks of mindfulness reduced stress by 60% in healthcare students. Another study revealed that mindfulness combined with cognitive behavioral therapy reduced chronic pain and decreased opiate use, with benefits lasting a full year. I share six simple techniques you can integrate into your daily routine: the 60-second breath, body scan, single-task focus, five senses check, ritualizing routine moments, and taking micro mindfulness breaks throughout your day. We also tackle common challenges like wandering thoughts (normal!), time constraints (start with just 10 seconds), and that initial awkwardness that comes with any new practice. As philosopher Seneca wrote, "True happiness is to enjoy the present without anxious dependence upon the future." You don't need to slow down the whole world to find peace—you can learn to slow down within it, creating moments of presence that restore and ground you, even in chaos. Download the free mindfulness strategies handout from the show description and take the first step toward a more present, peaceful life today. To download your copy of Mindfulness Made Simple - Six Simple Practices just click on the link below. https://mysites.therapysites.com/0062436/storage/app/media/mindfulness-made-simple.docx Support the show Thanks for listening and if you have enjoyed The Counselor's Couch, then let us know. Take a moment and leave a quick review of this episode or any episode on Apple Podcasts. Your review really does make a difference and they help us know if we are heading in the right direction. Check us out on Facebook - The Counselor's Couch Comments, questions or topics of interest can be emailed to: thecounselorscouch@gmail.com Share an episode with a friend or family member and remember "You are not alone and You are of Value".

    16 phút

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    S3, Episode 13: Failure is Not Final: Coping, Healing and Rising Again

    Let us know you care. Drop a quick text and let us know what you think. Have you ever felt the sharp sting of failure that keeps you awake at night, whispering that you're simply not good enough? That kind of deep disappointment that settles in your bones and makes you question your worth? You're not alone—and that painful experience might be more valuable than you realize. Failure gets a bad rap in our achievement-obsessed culture. From childhood, we're taught to avoid it at all costs, creating a dangerous equation in our minds: failure equals unworthiness. But what if we've been looking at it all wrong? What if failure isn't your enemy, but your most honest teacher? This episode unpacks the psychology behind why failure hurts so deeply—from the neurological shame response that activates the same brain regions as physical pain to the fight/flight/freeze/fawn reactions that follow. We explore how failure triggers genuine grief for lost possibilities and examine practical strategies for coping compassionately. You'll learn how to name your experience without shame, make room for difficult emotions, and challenge the stories failure writes in your head. The real transformation comes when we stop trying to erase our failures and start integrating them into our larger narrative. Through neuroplasticity, your brain is literally designed to learn and rewire itself through setbacks. Whether you're dealing with a minor misstep or a life-altering collapse, the path forward isn't around the failure—it's through it. As Marcus Aurelius wisely noted, "What stands in the way becomes the way." Ready to transform your relationship with failure? Subscribe now, share with someone who needs this message, and remember: you're not a mistake because you made one. You're not lost because you took a wrong turn. You are in the process of becoming, and your failures are simply chapters—never the final page—of your remarkable story. Support the show Thanks for listening and if you have enjoyed The Counselor's Couch, then let us know. Take a moment and leave a quick review of this episode or any episode on Apple Podcasts. Your review really does make a difference and they help us know if we are heading in the right direction. Check us out on Facebook - The Counselor's Couch Comments, questions or topics of interest can be emailed to: thecounselorscouch@gmail.com Share an episode with a friend or family member and remember "You are not alone and You are of Value".

    16 phút

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    S3, Episode 12: "I Don't Understand": The Hidden Language of Defensiveness

    Let us know you care. Drop a quick text and let us know what you think. "I don't understand" – three simple words that often mask a world of unspoken feelings. As someone who's spent years in the therapy room, I've witnessed how this phrase rarely signals genuine confusion. Instead, it serves as emotional armor when we're hurt, disappointed, or afraid to engage with difficult truths. What happens when we replace defensiveness with curiosity?  Whether you're struggling with communication in your personal relationships or professional life, this episode offers a fresh perspective on how to show up differently in charged moments. Download our free Emotional Intelligence Reflection Worksheet from the episode description to practice these skills and transform your difficult conversations. If something in this episode resonates with you, please share it with someone who might need it and leave a review – your support helps others find these tools when they need them most. Download your copy of The Emotional Intelligence Reflection Worksheet. https://mysites.therapysites.com/0062436/storage/app/media/Emotional_Intelligence_Reflection_Worksheet.docx Support the show Thanks for listening and if you have enjoyed The Counselor's Couch, then let us know. Take a moment and leave a quick review of this episode or any episode on Apple Podcasts. Your review really does make a difference and they help us know if we are heading in the right direction. Check us out on Facebook - The Counselor's Couch Comments, questions or topics of interest can be emailed to: thecounselorscouch@gmail.com Share an episode with a friend or family member and remember "You are not alone and You are of Value".

    17 phút

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    S3, Episode 11: Finding Your Purpose.

    Let us know you care. Drop a quick text and let us know what you think. Have you ever noticed how often we connect our search for purpose with suffering rather than joy? The quest for meaning might be the most profound existential journey we undertake as humans, yet we frequently overlook the whispers of joy that could guide us toward our calling. This episode challenges the conventional wisdom that purpose must be forged primarily through hardship. While Viktor Frankl's groundbreaking work "Man's Search for Meaning" rightfully acknowledges how suffering can clarify what matters most, we explore how joy serves as an equally powerful compass. When was the last time you felt fully alive, completely present, utterly yourself? Those moments aren't accidents—they're signposts pointing toward alignment with your deepest purpose. Drawing from both ancient wisdom and modern insights, we unpack a practical four-step framework for discovering purpose: identifying what brings you genuine joy, recognizing your natural gifts and talents, determining who you're uniquely positioned to serve, and creating sustainable practices that keep you connected to your calling. This approach bridges spiritual traditions with contemporary understanding, showing how purpose emerges at the intersection of delight and service to others. Whether you've been searching for years or are just beginning to ask the big questions about why you're here, this episode offers a refreshing perspective that honors both the wisdom gained through hardship and the guidance available through joy. Your purpose might not be found solely in what you survive, but equally in what you're called to create. Download our special reflection guide with journal prompts and a purpose-mapping exercise to take this exploration deeper, and remember: you were created for joy, on purpose. Download your copy of the Joy Based Purpose Toolkit. https://mysites.therapysites.com/0062436/storage/app/media/joy-based-purpose-journal-toolkit.docx Support the show Thanks for listening and if you have enjoyed The Counselor's Couch, then let us know. Take a moment and leave a quick review of this episode or any episode on Apple Podcasts. Your review really does make a difference and they help us know if we are heading in the right direction. Check us out on Facebook - The Counselor's Couch Comments, questions or topics of interest can be emailed to: thecounselorscouch@gmail.com Share an episode with a friend or family member and remember "You are not alone and You are of Value".

    25 phút

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    S3, Episode 10: The Inner "Demon" Is Not the Problem; It's How You Fight It That Matters.

    Let us know you care. Drop a quick text and let us know what you think. Have you ever had an emotional reaction that seemed way too big for the situation? That feeling when something small triggers an enormous response inside? What you're experiencing might not just be an overreaction—it's an echo from your past. These echoes arise from moments in childhood when we faced pain without proper support.  When we lacked tools to process difficult experiences, we developed coping mechanisms that protected us then but may limit us now. Many of us try to battle these patterns like demons that need exorcising. We shame ourselves for not being "over it" already. But what if fighting isn't the answer? What if these reactions aren't demons but messengers—a younger version of yourself still seeking safety and understanding? That's where reparenting comes in—the profound practice of showing up for your inner child the way you needed someone to show up for you. Through approaches like Compassion-Focused Therapy and inner child work, we discover that healing isn't about eliminating these responses but transforming our relationship with them. It's about saying, "I see you, I understand why you're reacting this way, and I'm here now." This isn't indulgence or weakness—it's mature self-leadership that acknowledges all parts of your story. Remember, you're not failing because old patterns still emerge. You're human. Real healing happens not when these reactions disappear completely, but when they no longer control you—when you can pause, recognize what's happening, and respond with compassion rather than condemnation.  Subscribe now and join our community of self-aware listeners dedicated to growth and healing. Your inner child is waiting for you to listen—perhaps it's time to give them the compassion they've always deserved. Support the show Thanks for listening and if you have enjoyed The Counselor's Couch, then let us know. Take a moment and leave a quick review of this episode or any episode on Apple Podcasts. Your review really does make a difference and they help us know if we are heading in the right direction. Check us out on Facebook - The Counselor's Couch Comments, questions or topics of interest can be emailed to: thecounselorscouch@gmail.com Share an episode with a friend or family member and remember "You are not alone and You are of Value".

    22 phút
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A podcast dedicated to exploring topics and issues that enhance the lives and relationships of listeners. Calvin Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 25 years of experience helping clients overcome difficult challenges associated with mental health, addiction, and emotional wellness. Calvin enjoys working with people and has a desire to empower clients on their road to personal growth and development. This is a personal journey of living intentionally, sharing life stories, embracing vulnerability and the universal truth that we are not alone. Calvin is not your traditional therapist. He loves to laugh and find connection with others. So pull up a cushion and make yourself comfortable on The Counselor's Couch. Live Intentionally, Love Daily and Laugh Often.

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  • Nhà sáng tạo
    Calvin C Williams, LPC
  • Năm hoạt động
    2021 - 2025
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    58
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    © 2025 The Counselor's Couch
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