The PureTalk Show

Yelison
  • 5.0 (1)
  • Mental Health

Welcome to PureTalk! I am Dr. D. Roberts, a licensed clinical psychologist on a mission to make mental health support simple, relatable and accessible. After years of helping people rise above trauma, depression, burnout, anxiety, and many more dilemmas, I have created this podcast to bring healing tools to anyone ready to grow and live with clarity, courage and purpose. I hope you're ready to break through the noise, reclaim your peace and build a life of clarity and purpose. If so, you are in the right place! Let's dive in!

Episodes

  1. Mar 15

    The Weight of High Achievement!

    Excellence is a goal that is required to be earned everyday. However, looking to achieve success can come at the cost of social, physical, and mental aspects in life. Striving for achievement should NOT be the very reason you are suffering. Dr. Dorcas, a licensed clinical psychologist in the UK and the U.S., breaks down the potential for burnout when trying to gain success, the idea of perfectionism, the harrowing fear if failure, and the hidden costs in success. This one here is a must-watch! Tune in!

    9 min

  2. Mar 8

    It Takes a Village, Wellness is a Team Effort

    To be better, it often takes a community of people to help, not just the sole efforts of the person affected. However, we often see people we know carry the burden of their struggles alone, with no way of releasing the pressure their stresses cause them. Dr. Dorcas, a licensed clinical psychologist in the UK and the United States, talks about the importance of having a village around you when your struggles begin to build. If you struggle with finding a support circle, this episode will guide you to find ways to release!

    9 min

  3. Mar 1

    The Myth of Balancing It All

    Rest is an essential component to manage a health work/life balance...or is it really the case? You probably know a friend or coworker who believes in the "continuous grind", constantly working and working, and feeling allergic to the idea of rest. The idea of balance in these situations sounds like a fantasy idea. Dr. Dorcas, a licensed clinical psychologist, is here to talk about the possibility to pursue both ambition and rest.

    9 min

  4. Feb 22

    Is Help-Seeking a Sign of Weakness

    Are there problems related to being vulnerable and seeking help?

    21 min

  5. Feb 15

    "Boundaries Are Rude, You Should Help The Family!"

    Have you ever considered that love serves as an ultimate trump card to set boundaries? Culturals expectations demand assistance to those close to us, particularly family, and boundaries serve to disrespect the nature of our familial culture and love. Dr. Dorcas, a licensed clinical psychologist in the UK and the U.S., looks to re-establish the need for boundaries in order to maintains one's individuality. In addition, she aims to teach methods to express love and help with compromising significantly to other people's demands. If you struggle setting boundaries with family, this learning moment will change your life!

    14 min

  6. Feb 8

    Breaking Barriers: Making Therapy Accessible to All

    Why is it that people feel that therapy isn't available to them? Why do people assume that there is a specific "person" that therapy is tailored to? Dr. Dorcas, a licensed clinical psychologist, looks to opens up avenues for everyone to take up the opportunity for therapy. She looks to help break down mental barriers holding people back from seeking therapy, and enlist the reasons why it would beneficial to those who are opposed to it.

    14 min

  7. Feb 1

    "Self-Care is Selfish, Just Toughen Up!"

    Self-care has become a buzzword: Candles, massages, spa days! Many people believe that self-care is selfish, and instead believe that we should just "toughen up" Dr. Dorcas, a licensed clinical psychologist, discusses the concept of self-care, explains how it benefits those with stressful responsibilities, and talks about faith communities who preach "sacrifice". This is your self-care day! Tune in and unwind this episode!

    22 min

  8. Jan 25

    "Rehabilitation is Just a Fancy Prison!"

    What's the difference between punishment and support? Traditionally, rehabilitation has been established as a supportive method to combat addiction and affliction, but often falls under stigmatisations of punishment and negativity. Thus, the typical opinion - "Does it really help as much as it hurts?" Dr. Dorcas, a licensed clinical psychologist, aims to redefine the concept of rehabilitation, the path of re-entry, and address the societal nuance and opinions that surrounds the program.

    19 min

  9. 11/24/2025

    Faith and Therapy!

    You can pray anxiety away! Does faith mean that you shouldn't have mental health issues? Today's episode tackles something many of us have heard, especially in faith circles: "Just pray it away." When anxiety, depression or burnout shows up, the advice is often "Have more faith!" or "Cast your cares!", but what happens when those things don't make the anxiety disappear? Talking on this topic is Dr. Dorcas, a licensed clinical psychologist who has worked across the UK, US and African communities. She brings cultural and clinical insight into how faith and therapy can work hand-in-hand.

    28 min

  10. 11/09/2025

    Anyone Can Be a Counsellor, You Just Need Life Experience

    Welcome to the very first episode of PureTalk! In this first episode, we are unpacking very real trends on social media - mental health advice give online, from TikTok therapists to WhatsApp Group coaches, even including AI-powered tools. Joining us here on this topic, our very own Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Dorcas Roberts, with experience across the UK, US and pan-African communities.

    17 min
  • 10 Episodes

About

Welcome to PureTalk! I am Dr. D. Roberts, a licensed clinical psychologist on a mission to make mental health support simple, relatable and accessible. After years of helping people rise above trauma, depression, burnout, anxiety, and many more dilemmas, I have created this podcast to bring healing tools to anyone ready to grow and live with clarity, courage and purpose. I hope you're ready to break through the noise, reclaim your peace and build a life of clarity and purpose. If so, you are in the right place! Let's dive in!

Information

  • Creator
    Yelison
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Yelison
  • Show Website
    The PureTalk Show