Dr. Patricia Bay - Therapy In A Nutshell

Do you ever wonder if you are addicted to gourmet coffee or social media? Does that nightly drink make you wonder if you are pushing any limits? Addictions where we regularly try to run from our feelings or "treat ourselves" or try to shut out the world for a bit, might be a "call to consciousness" about what is going on inside. This is not about alcoholics or drug addiction, it is about the everyday escapism that most people mobilize to cope with life. What is your addiction? Is it harming you? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

Good sex... Bad sex... No Sex... Whatever you struggle with in your sexual relationship, it is probably fixable. You have to be able to talk about it and get working on solutions. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

There are signs and symptoms that suicidal children often show. It is not unheard of in children as young as 5-years-old, and possibly younger. Listening to this episode could help save a life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

BURNOUT can happen with your job, a relationship, caregiving or just about anything you must do on a regular basis. It is important to recognize the signs and symptoms and begin to create change before you sink too low. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

Special guest, Richard Malotky, MD, talks about AFib (atrial fibrillation). Learn the most common symptoms and the importance of treating AFib. So many people avoid acknowledging that they are experiencing something because the signs can be vague. This show could save the life of you or someone you love. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

If you or a loved one suffers with acid reflux, also known as heartburn, or stomach ulcers, this episode will teach you how to deal with it. Richard Malotky, MD gives expert medical advice along with Dr. Patty, to help you deal with these physical and emotional issues surrounding this very common stress reaction. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

Many are fearful of growing old. How do we let go of fear and age gracefully so we do not ruin out current peace of mind? Explore what is happening for you and the possibility of moving into a healthier state of mind. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

Do you often say, "I do not want to go to that party," or "I'll go but I'm leaving early," or " I'm dreading my family gathering because I worry they will judge me?" When social settings make you nervous or uncomfortable, you may struggle with SOCIAL ANXIETY. This podcast will help you understand what it is and give you coping skills and options for treatment. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

How do you know if the commitment in your relationship is real? Are you hoping to create a lifetime commitment? Learn how to evaluate this important dynamic and how to improve commitment in your life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

From mildly messed up to severely unhealthy, families fall into a spectrum of dysfunction. Is there truly a completely healthy family? Let's talk about family dysfunction and then healthy family traits. Learn some coping mechanisms to deal with your family. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

Special guest, Megan, joins Dr. Patty to discuss the ups and downs of being raised by a severely, mentality ill parent. Vulnerable and brave, Megan tells her story and offers insight and coping skills for others currently, or even in the past, going through the difficulties of dealing with a mentally ill parent. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

COVID is here. Many physicians will tell you it is not "if" but "when" you will get it. Being prepared to care for yourself, and possibly your loved ones, is of paramount importance. You cannot wait until symptoms arise. You must be ready BEFORE you, or someone you love, gets sick. Listen to this episode ready to take notes to set yourself up in a positive manner. Hopeful you will never need it, but being prepared could save someone you love... Including yourself. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

Learn how to be a good listener and how this can deepen the safety and intimacy of your relationships. There are specific skills involved in not only listening well, but actually hearing and understanding others. Listening is the foundation of deep understanding. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

Separation anxiety can be experienced by adults as well as children. The uneasy, or fearful feeling of being away from your loved ones can be painful. Learn what separation anxiety is, how to deal with it and how not to unknowingly create it in your children. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

Sometimes being an introvert, as opposed to an outgoing extrovert, can be a challenge. Curtis Moore, a very brave introvert, talks with Dr. Patty about navigating this world as a shy person. Together they offer some coping skills that might help you if you are a shy person, or to understand shy people in your life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

Choosing a therapist can be a challenging issue. Navigating the choices, financial issues, concerns and what to expect are very "doable." Dr. Patty helps break it down and make the process easier to manage. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

Many people try to use shame and fear to motivate others into doing what they believe is right for the CoVid pandemic. Some people who come down with CoVid feel horrible shame and guilt as if they have done something wrong and it's their fault. Media people are using guilt, shame and blame in an attempt to get others to do what they think is right. None of this is working to help our country deal with this highly contagious virus. Richard Malotky, M.D. and Mandy, a mother who was recently a survivor of Covid shaming, join me, Dr. Patty, to discuss this issue. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

There is so much fear and anxiety surrounding CoVid and the vaccines. Special guest, Richard Malotky, MD, gives a lot of great information to help you understand the risks so you can either make an informed decision or write down questions for your doctor. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

Anxiety, phobias, rejection, abandonment, death and dying, etc.... The fears that many people have often ruin their lives. Work on understanding your fears to begin to get control of them. Peace is possible!! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support

The struggle of invisible illness and of pain others cannot see, can be excruciating. Whether it is physical or emotional pain, the frustration of life changes and challenges can be exhausting. Olympian, Simone Biles, withdrew from the 2021 Tokyo Olympics because of something others could not see. We dedicate this episode of THERAPY IN A NUTSHELL to this brave athlete and to all who struggle with PAIN YOU CANNOT SEE. Tara Bedford did a music video that speaks to unseen pain:. https://youtu.be/d1OTBIif5B8 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patricia-bay/support