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The Counselor's Couch
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.
Episodes
50 episodes
S3, Episode 9: Coping with Disappointments
Have you ever been disappointed? Welcome to the planet. Join Calvin on The Couch where he delves into the universal experience of disappointment, examining its psychological and emotional impact, and offering actionable strate...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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16:13
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S3, Episode 8: Illuminating Seasonal Affective Disorder: Strategies for a Brighter Winter
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a significant mental health challenge that many face during the winter months due to reduced sunlight. In this episode, we explore its symptoms, causes, and practical strategies for managing SAD effectively,...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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15:18
S3 Episode 7: Developing Effective Leadership Skills - It's Not About You!!!
What is true leadership? Join Calvin as he explores the critical importance of effective leadership and how it shapes future generations. We discuss essential characteristics of true leadership, strategies for personal growth, and the vital rol...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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30:58
S3 Episode 6 :Humor: The Key to a Healthier, Happier Self
Ever wondered if laughter could be the key to a healthier, happier life? Tune in as we uncover how humor isn't just entertainment—it's a powerful tool for self-care that can transform your emotional and physical well-being. We'll explore the fa...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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18:10
S3 Episode 5: Coping with Relationship Conflicts
What if you could transform misunderstandings and frustrations into opportunities for deeper connection and understanding? On The Counselor's Couch, we tackle the heart of relationship conflicts, exploring how unmet needs and miscommunication o...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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33:10
S3 Episode 4: Uncovering Resilience: Your Secret Weapon for a Happier Life
Can resilience be your secret weapon for a happier, healthier life? Join us on the Counselor's Couch as we uncover the transformative nature of resilience and its potential to enhance mental well-being. Resilience isn't just about bouncing back...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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26:32
S3 Episode 3: The Transformative Power of Forgiveness: Unlocking Emotional Freedom
Can forgiveness truly set you free from the shackles of past pain? Join me, Calvin Williams, as we unravel this profound question on The Counselor's Couch, exploring the transformative power of forgiveness that goes far beyond simply forgetting...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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23:54
S3, Episode 2: Phenomenology and Mindfulness in Practice
Unlock the secrets of lifelong learning and personal growth with an episode that will make you rethink mastery itself. Picture this: Gichin Funakoshi, the revered founder of Shotokan Karate, still learning the intricacies of a basic move in his...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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17:23
S3, Episode 1: Embrace Your Value II
We're Back! Join Calvin as he returns for Season 3 of The Counselor's Couch. After a summer of reflection and rest, Calvin returns with a season of hope and encouragement. In this episode, Calvin explores the truth of our own ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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21:27
S2, Episode 18: Why? Why? Why?
Join Calvin as he explores the power of Why? Understanding Why? is imperative to personal growth and self-awareness. In order to create the life we desire, we must be grounded in this understanding. It helps us embrace the dis...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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19:58
S2, Episode 17: Power In Words
Welcome back to The Couch. Join Calvin in this session as he explores the power of language. How do your words impact your life and the lives of others? Words have the power to be destructive or constructive - you decide. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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18:18
S2, Episode 16: I'll Meet You Under the STOA in 2024
Welcome back to The Counselor's Couch. Join Calvin as he shares his excitement and anxiety about new journeys in 2024. Anxiety is a natural part of the change process, no matter who you are or what you are changing. Is it poss...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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21:23
S2, Episode 15: 'Tis The Season For Holiday Expectations
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from The Counselor's Couch. It is the height of the holiday season, and you can feel the stress building. The traffic, the crowds, the music and the EXPECTATIONS. Don't get us wrong, we...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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18:53
S2, Episode 14: The Power of Creation
Welcome back to The Couch. Have you ever wondered why your life has turned out this way? Do you continue to struggle with making the changes you truly want in life. Are you looking for someone to rescue you from your patterns ...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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20:22
S2, Episode 13: Let Me Tell You A Little Story
"There is nothing more powerful in the world than a good story". Everybody has a story. What does that really mean? Our story is more than a historical reflection of our past. Our story can shape our present and mold our futur...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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27:32
S2, Episode 12: What's WRONG With Me?
I don't know if I have ever met a person that has never been asked this question, either by someone else or as an internal reflection. What is WRONG with me? This has become the mantra of many people we encounter today. But wh...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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22:29
S2, Episode 11: Momma's Gonna Worry
Momma is going to worry (and so is Daddy), the sooner you accept this, you will find peace. Worrying about people is what we do as human beings, it is often a sign that we care about them. So why do we try to tell ourselves or other...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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22:23
S2, Episode 10: Making the Unacceptable, Acceptable
Hold on to your socks for this one!! Join Calvin as he goes down the rabbit hole of what motivates our habit of making unacceptable behaviors, acceptable. We do it all the time. Some of us more often than others. Unfortu...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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25:19
S2, Episode 9: Embrace Your Value
Have you ever looked for something that was never lost in the first place? We all do it from time to time. We look for the keys or the remote control that was never really lost, it was simply covered up by something else. If s...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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23:29
S2, Episode 8: Self-Care and Mental Health
Grab the green ribbons it is Mental Health Awareness Month all year long!!! Or should I say every day is Mental Health Awareness Day. Why dedicate a month to mental health when it is such an important part of your daily life. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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21:09
S2, Episode 7: Understanding TRAUMA
Welcome Back to The Couch.In this episode, Calvin explains trauma and the impact it has on our development and our ability to function. Whether it is trauma with a capital "T" or trauma with a lower case "t", it is still trauma.&n...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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26:01
S2, Episode 6: The Mistakes We Make
Nashville HOT chicken and who burned down the boat!!! Nobody truly enjoys making mistakes. We ALL make mistakes, period, end of sentence. This is the simple honest truth. Mistakes happen, for some of us more often than w...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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23:05
S2, Episode 5: It's Relationships Not Rocket Science
Welcome Back to The Counselor's Couch! Pull up a cushion, kick off your shoes and grab a cup of coffee - Let's get started with the session.We all have relationships of every kind, romantic partners, coworkers, children, friendshi...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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23:28