On this final episode of Temporary Circumstances, we look into Gender Dysphoria and discuss its' symptoms, treatment, and more. *Gender Dysphoria is more than gender non-conformity.* Learn more about this disorder here! You can follow O...

On this episode, we discuss Alcohol and Other Drug(s) and more specifically Opioid Use Disorder. Listen in to learn about substance use disorders, their symptoms, and possible treatment options. You can follow Olena here:Instagram: ...

On this episode, we discuss Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), formerly known as Multiple Personalities Disorder. Learn about this controversial disorder with us, its features, and treatment considerations. You can follow Olena here:...

On this episode of Temporary Circumstances we cover schizophrenia. Schizophrenia is another often misunderstood disorder. Check out this episode to hear about the symptoms and treatment of this disorder. You can follow Olena here:In...

This episode is joined by a special guest: Heather Sites, LPCC. Heather specializes in testing and working with ADHD: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Check out this episode to learn more about what this disorder looks like in children...

This episode focuses on OCD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Hear about the misconceptions along with stigma and symptoms on this episode of Temporary Circumstances.

On this episode, we look into 2 Personalty disorders: Narcissistic Personality Disorder and Antisocial Personality Disorder. Listen in to hear about these disorders and what their symptoms look like. 

On this episode, we demystify Borderline Personality Disorder. We discuss treatment, stigma, and statistics on this episode. You can follow Olena here:Instagram: Be_Free_LLC https://w...

On this episode, we talk about Bipolar Disorder diagnosis. We discuss the stigma of Bipolar Disorder as well as treatment, and more. You can follow Olena here:Instagram: Be_Free_LLC h...

On this episode, we discuss Major Depressive Disorder and Dysthymia (Persistent Depressive Disorder) and what their symptoms look like. You will also hear about treatment options and additional considerations on this episode.  *If you or s...

On this episode, we talk about anxiety and more specifically discuss Generalized Anxiety Disorder and its symptoms. You will also learn about treatment options (and more) on this episode.  You can follow Olena here:Instagram: B...

TRIGGER WARNING: The following audio contains discussion of trauma and PTSD [including  abuse and sexual assault] and may be disturbing to some listeners. * On this season of Temporary Circumstances we will discuss various diagnoses and th...

On this Season 2 finale we discuss the idea of therapists as clients themselves. Joined by a special guest, Melissa Russiano, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, we discuss this important (yet sometimes forgotten about) topic. Listen in to hear ab...

In this episode, we discuss couples and family therapy. Here, you will find how marriage and family therapy differs from individual therapy, it’s benefits, and additional considerations. You can follow Olena here:Instagram: Be_Free_...

In this episode, we discuss Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). This comprehensive treatment approach works with clients to address emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal skills training, mindfulness, and more. Hear about DBT, ...

In this episode, we discuss Internal Family Systems (IFS) as a treatment protocol for therapy. Hear about this new (yet effective) approach, how it is different from others, and how it can treat mental health concerns including trauma, PTSD, ad...

In this episode we discuss some of the most well known therapies - Cognitive Behavioral Therapies (and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy). Listen in to hear about risks and benefits of these therapies and how they can help you treat symptoms of...

Join us for a discussion with Lenora Evans, Primary Care Physician, regarding mental health and the role of primary care physicians in the treatment of mental health.  In this episode we discuss how your doctor can help if you are struggli...

Last but not least of our expressive arts mini-series: music and mental health. This episode's special guest is Joshua LeBreton, musician and songwriter with the Canary Yellow project.  Listen in to hear about music as a tool for mental he...

Our expressive arts mini-series continues with this episode on visual arts and mental health. This episode is joined by 2 special guests: Eddie Wadkins, visual artist, and Sean Shinnock, artist and illustrator and mental health advocate. Hear a...

Another expressive arts mini-series episode: writing and mental health. Check out this episode with special guest, Adrian Minotti, a writer and stylist, to hear about the benefits of writing, ways to incorporate it into your daily routine, and ...

First one of our expressive arts mini-series: yoga and mental health. Joined by a special guest, Stacy Mills, Certified Yoga Instructor, we discuss yoga and its benefits as well as a variety of interventions and how they relate to therapy [+2 b...

Join us for another uncommon topic discussion - somatic therapy, energy work and healing with special guest, Bridget Lowe.  Bridget is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in trauma work. In this episode we discuss what somati...

Listen in as we kick off Season 2 with this incredible treatment protocol: Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). In this episode, we provide an overview of EMDR and how it helps clients with trauma, PTSD, and more. TRIGGER WARNING: ...

In this pre-season bonus episode we introduce season 2 and expressive arts therapy.