In Session
Welcome to In Session, the podcast where Gabrielle and Charice (Licensed MFTs) bring their expertise, empathy, and humor to conversations about mental health, emotional regulation, family systems, relationships, and well balanced living.
Join Gabrielle and Charice as they explore the complexities of the human experience, offering practical insights, evidence-based strategies, and a compassionate lens to help you navigate life’s challenges. From managing anxiety to building healthier relationships, they’ll guide you toward living with intention and resilience.
Whether you’re looking for tools to improve your emotional well-being, strengthen family dynamics, or create a more balanced lifestyle, In Session is your go-to resource for relatable, down-to-earth advice.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or professional mental health care.
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Episodes
155 episodes
Postpartum Realities — What Therapists Wish Every New Mom Knew
Becoming a mother isn’t just a life change — it’s an identity shift. In this episode, we explore the emotional and psychological transition known as matrescence, and why postpartum can feel like both joy and grief at the same time.We bre...
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Season 6
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Episode 17
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38:18
When Love Comes with Luggage
What happens when love isn’t just between two people, but also involves kids, exes, and emotional tug-of-wars? In this episode of In Session, Dr. Gabrielle and Charice unpack the layers of being in a relationship where one partner has ...
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Season 6
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Episode 16
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41:33
Therapy Gone Wrong (Trailer)
Not all therapy stories are healing and hopeful. If you’ve ever had a therapist say the wrong thing, dismiss your feelings, or cross a line, you’re not alone. In the full VIP episode, we break down:The difference between a simple mi...
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Season 6
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Episode 15
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3:58
Therapy Gone Wrong: When the Help… Hurts
Therapy is supposed to be a safe, ethical, healing space but let’s be honest… sometimes it’s a whole trainwreck. In this exclusive VIP episode, we pull back the curtain to explore the shocking, disappointing, and downright unethical stories of ...
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Season 6
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Episode 14
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45:32
Bipolar Disorder: Beyond the Highs and Lows
There’s more to Bipolar Disorder than mood swings. In this episode, Dr. Gabrielle and Charice unpack what life really looks like beyond the extremes — the courage it takes to find balance, the strain it can put on relationships, and th...
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Season 6
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Episode 13
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29:32
Reviving a Relationship: Rekindling Connection When the Spark Fades
When relationships lose their spark, it’s not always about the big fights—it’s often about the slow drift. In this episode of In Session, Dr. Gabrielle and Charice explore how to breathe life back into a connection that feels distant. ...
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Season 6
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Episode 12
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36:42
Inside a Therapist’s Mind – How We Process Client Stories
We get this question a lot: “What’s really going on in your mind when you’re listening to a client’s story?”In this week’s episode, we’re giving you a taste of that conversation. You’ll hear part of our VIP talk where we begin to unpack ...
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Season 6
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Episode 11
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4:12
VIP: Inside a Therapist’s Mind – How We Process Client Stories
Every week we hold space for other people’s stories, but what does it take to hold them well?In this VIP-only conversation, Dr. Gabrielle and Charice open up about the quiet, often invisible side of therapy: how we listen, process, and p...
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Season 6
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Episode 10
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38:39
Dealing with Anger
Anger is one of the most misunderstood emotions—often labeled as “bad” or “dangerous.” But the truth is, anger isn’t the problem. It’s a signal. In this episode, we unpack what anger really is, what might be hiding underneath it, and how therap...
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Season 6
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Episode 9
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40:55
Navigating Disappointment
Behind every disappointment is a story we told ourselves about how things were supposed to be.Disappointment happens when reality doesn’t match our hopes, but the impact goes far deeper than a missed goal or letdown moment. In this episo...
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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39:40
How to Help Someone Who is Suicidal
Suicide is one of the hardest topics to talk about and that’s exactly why we need to. In this episode, Dr. Gabrielle and Charice get real about what it’s like to sit with someone who feels like giving up, and how you can actually show up when a...
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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42:00
VIP: Therapist Reactions to Mental Health Stories
Two stories. Two very real struggles. One powerful conversation.In this VIP-only episode, we dive deep into listener write-ins:An individual who asks, “Why don’t I enjoy anything?A wife wrestling with neglect in her m...
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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41:45
Therapist Reactions to Mental Health Stories
Ever wonder what it feels like to put your mental health story in front of a therapist? In this preview episode, we read raw, honest write-ins from listeners navigating joy, marriage, and everything in between.✨ Want to hear our unfilter...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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5:21
Episode 3: Roommate Struggles
Roommates can make life unforgettable. In this episode, we dive into the everyday clashes (think dishes, noise, and late rent) and the deeper issues of boundaries and expectations that make living together tricky. We’ll share classic roommate a...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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30:54
What Are Values (and Why They Matter)
In this episode, we’re setting the stage by talking about values—what they are, how they’re different from morals and goals, and why they’re so important for living a life that actually feels like yours. Think of your values as your GP...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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31:55
Therapists in Therapy: Our Stories
We’re stepping out from behind the therapist’s chair to share our own experiences in therapy—what brought us there, what we discovered, and how it’s shaped the way we live and work. From grief and anxiety to life changes and everyday overwhelm,...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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30:26
Discovering New Things in Therapy
Welcome to Season 6 of In Session! We’re kicking things off with a deep dive into one of the most transformative parts of the therapy process: discovery. In this episode, we explore what it means to “discover something new” in therapy—...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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30:45
Anxiety, Part 3: From Coping to Healing
Managing anxiety is one thing—healing it is another. In this episode, we explore both. You’ll learn quick tools to ground yourself in anxious moments, and deeper practices to get to the root, like nervous system regulation, inner child work, an...
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Season 5
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Episode 41
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41:09
Anxiety, Part 2: When It Becomes Too Much
In Part 2, we take a deeper dive into recognizing when anxiety moves beyond everyday stress. We discuss key signs and symptoms that suggest your anxiety may be something more, from persistent worry to panic attacks and sleep disturbances. We al...
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Season 5
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Episode 40
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31:12
Anxiety, Part 1: What It Is and How It Works
In this episode, we lay the groundwork for understanding anxiety. We define what anxiety actually is—a natural and often helpful response to perceived threats—and explore when it crosses the line into something more problematic. You'll...
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Season 5
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Episode 39
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29:37
Nervous System, Part 3: Practical Tools and Signs of Healing
Ready to take charge of your nervous system health? In this deep-dive episode, we unpack two powerful ways to reset and heal your nervous system: accessible breathwork and grounding techniques you can do anytime at home, plus EMDR therapy — a t...
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Season 5
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Episode 38
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32:35
Nervous System, Part 2: When the Nervous System Goes Off Track
Ever felt like your body’s in overdrive—or stuck in slow-mo? That might be your nervous system waving a red flag. In this episode, we’re talking about what happens when things get off track: stress, trauma, burnout, and more. Why does it happen...
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Season 5
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Episode 37
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27:07
Nervous System, Part 1: Introduction to the Nervous System
We’re kicking off our new mini-series with a backstage pass to the most powerful system in your body—the nervous system. From split-second reflexes to big emotional responses, your brain and nerves are running the show. In this episode, we’re b...
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Season 5
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Episode 36
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29:09
Self-Sabotage, Part 4: What Healing Looks Like
In the final episode of our self-sabotage mini-series, we’re shifting the focus from struggle to restoration. What does healing from self-sabotage truly look like? Today, we’ll explore the signs of growth, the power of self-compassion, and the ...
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Season 5
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Episode 35
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21:04
Self-Sabotage, Part 3: Tools for Transformation
In this third installment of our self-sabotage mini-series, we explore two powerful and evidence-based interventions for breaking the cycle of self-defeating behaviors: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (...
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Season 5
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Episode 34
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31:18