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Welcome to a podcast all about real conversations on mental health. Each episode dives into the messy, meaningful, and often misunderstood world of emotional well-being—with expert insights, personal stories, and practical tools for everyday life.
Hosted by Mary Barbour, a therapist in Los Angeles, this show features guest interviews with therapists, healers, advocates, and everyday people navigating topics like anxiety, trauma, relationships, identity, burnout, and more. Whether you’re a mental health professional, someone in the thick of healing, or just curious about what makes us tick—you’re in the right place.
https://www.marybtherapy.com
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. This podcast is not providing health care or psychological therapy services and is not diagnosing or treating any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or registered professionals.
Episodes

Jun 27, 2024
Jun 27, 2024
33 min
In this podcast episode of 'Mental State,' hosts Mary Barbour and Adam Boardman discuss the mental health challenges athletes face when retiring or dealing with career-ending injuries. Adam, a former college track and field athlete, shares his personal experiences and insights into the difficulties of transitioning from a life centered around sports. They explore the identity loss, grief, and depression that athletes commonly experience, highlighting the importance of support systems and resources like AthleteSoul. The conversation emphasizes the need for community, career counseling, and maintaining physical activity to help athletes navigate this significant life change.
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Mary --> marybtherapy and @marybtherapy
Adam --> adamboardmanmft.com and @adamboardmanmft
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. This podcast does not provide health care or psychological therapy services and does not diagnose or treat any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or registered professionals.

Jun 12, 2024
Jun 12, 2024
27 min
Today we are discussing athlete mental health in anticipation of the Olympics coming up.
DM or reach out for more info about working with us or media opportunities.
Mary --> marybtherapy and @marybtherapy
Adam --> adamboardmanmft.com and @adamboardmanmft
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. This podcast does not provide health care or psychological therapy services and does not diagnose or treat any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or registered professionals.

Apr 23, 2024
Apr 23, 2024
36 min
Today Adam and I are discussing how to find a therapist that works for you. We talk about our own experiences of looking for a therapist and share our recommendations and tips on your own journey in searching for the right therapeutic fit.
DM or reach out for more info about working with us or media opportunities.
Mary --> marybtherapy and @marybtherapy
Adam --> adamboardmanmft.com and @adamboardmanmft
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. This podcast does not provide health care or psychological therapy services and does not diagnose or treat any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or registered professionals.

Apr 14, 2024
Apr 14, 2024
49 min
Today I've invited Adam Boardman, LMFT to come on the show to talk about dating, communication, and how honesty accelerates relationships.
DM or reach out for more info about working with us or media opportunities.
Mary --> marybtherapy and @marybtherapy
Adam --> adamboardmanmft.com and @adamboardmanmft
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. This podcast does not provide health care or psychological therapy services and does not diagnose or treat any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or registered professionals.

Mar 23, 2024
Mar 23, 2024
32 min
Today my guest is Sadie Smith whose practice, Crescendo Counselling, focuses on the needs of queer, kinky, and polyamorous communities. Listen to our discussion about the concept of deconstructing monogamy. You can find out more about Sadie and her work at Crescendo Counseling.
DM or reach out for more info mental health, working with me, or media opportunities. Visit Mary at marybtherapy and @marybtherapy
Mary Barbour is an experienced licensed therapist who offers a compassionate, direct, and personalized approach to individual and couples counseling. With the belief that healthy relationships are based on secure attachment, Mary helps clients identify, explore, and repair insecure attachment patterns, create meaningful connections, and deepen their connection to themselves and others. Mary integrates her formal training of several modalities - Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Advanced Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), and Somatic therapy - to effectively guide her clients to places of healing. Mary also holds space for deeper exploration of non-ordinary states of consciousness utilizing the power of Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy to heal trauma. Find out more about Mary and how she works at marybtherapy.com.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. This podcast does not provide health care or psychological therapy services and does not diagnose or treat any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or registered professionals.

Mar 23, 2024
Mar 23, 2024
50 min
Today on my show I am talking with Dr Nicole O’Barto-Trainer who focuses on integrative mental health at her practice Native Clinics, Nicole has advanced skills in mindfulness interventions, HeartMath biofeedback, and functional approaches to depression and anxiety, encompassing nutrition, micronutrient therapy, and amino acid therapy.
To learn more about Nicole you can go to her website nativeclinics.com.
DM or reach out for more info about attachment, working with me, or media opportunities. Visit Mary at marybtherapy and @marybtherapy
Mary Barbour is an experienced licensed therapist who offers a compassionate, direct, and personalized approach to individual and couples counseling. With the belief that healthy relationships are based on secure attachment, Mary helps clients identify, explore, and repair insecure attachment patterns, create meaningful connections, and deepen their connection to themselves and others. Mary integrates her formal training of several modalities - Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Advanced Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), and Somatic therapy - to effectively guide her clients to places of healing. Mary also holds space for deeper exploration of non-ordinary states of consciousness utilizing the power of Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy to heal trauma. Find out more about Mary and how she works at marybtherapy.com.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. This podcast does not provide health care or psychological therapy services and does not diagnose or treat any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or registered professionals.

Mar 2, 2024
Mar 2, 2024
45 min
Mary talks to Tanya Cole-Lesnick, the creator of the Activate Coaching Program, about the power of healing in groups. Learn about Tanya's unique style of coaching and how she helps her clients clear their energetic clutter and move through life in a more healthy and balanced way. Learn more about Tanya here - https://www.tanyacole-lesnick.com/
DM or reach out for more info about attachment, working with me, or media opportunities. Visit Mary at marybtherapy and @marybtherapy
Mary Barbour is an experienced licensed therapist who offers a compassionate, direct, and personalized approach to individual and couples counseling. With the belief that healthy relationships are based on secure attachment, Mary helps clients identify, explore, and repair insecure attachment patterns, create meaningful connections, and deepen their connection to themselves and others. Mary integrates her formal training of several modalities - Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Advanced Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), and Somatic therapy - to effectively guide her clients to places of healing. Mary also holds space for deeper exploration of non-ordinary states of consciousness utilizing the power of Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy to heal trauma. Find out more about Mary and how she works at marybtherapy.com.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. This podcast does not provide health care or psychological therapy services and does not diagnose or treat any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or registered professionals.

Jan 30, 2024
Jan 30, 2024
26 min
Valentine's day is here. Jin Mary on this solocast as she explores the history of Valentine's Day and how attachment styles handles this Hallmark holiday.
DM or reach out for more info about attachment, working with me, or media opportunities. Visit Mary at marybtherapy and @marybtherapy
Mary Barbour is an experienced licensed therapist who offers a compassionate, direct, and personalized approach to individual and couples counseling. With the belief that healthy relationships are based on secure attachment, Mary helps clients identify, explore, and repair insecure attachment patterns, create meaningful connections, and deepen their connection to themselves and others. Mary integrates her formal training of several modalities - Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Advanced Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), and Somatic therapy - to effectively guide her clients to places of healing. Mary also holds space for deeper exploration of non-ordinary states of consciousness utilizing the power of Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy to heal trauma. Find out more about Mary and how she works at marybtherapy.com.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. This podcast does not provide health care or psychological therapy services and does not diagnose or treat any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or registered professionals.

Jan 16, 2024
Jan 16, 2024
56 min
Mary interviews relationship expert Dr. Joli Hamilton who discusses her personal experiences with polyamory. Joli has over 20 years of working with couples outside of the cis-het-normative world who want to explore alternative relationship experiences. Joli shares how to navigate jealousy and communication, leaving you with a deeper understanding of yourself within the confines of any relationship.
Are you ready to open up your relationship. Take the quiz at jolihamilton.com/quiz and learn more about Joli Hamilton here.
Dr. Joli Hamilton is the relationship coach for couples who color outside the lines. She is a research psychologist, TEDx speaker, best-selling author, and AASECT (pronounced ay-sect) certified sex educator. Joli also co-hosts the Playing with Fire podcast with her anchor partner, Ken. Joli’s been featured in The New York Times, NPR, and Vogue.
DM or reach out for more info about attachment, working with me, or media opportunities. Visit Mary at marybtherapy and @marybtherapy
Mary Barbour is an experienced licensed therapist who offers a compassionate, direct, and personalized approach to individual and couples counseling. With the belief that healthy relationships are based on secure attachment, Mary helps clients identify, explore, and repair insecure attachment patterns, create meaningful connections, and deepen their connection to themselves and others. Mary integrates her formal training of several modalities - Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Advanced Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), and Somatic therapy - to effectively guide her clients to places of healing. Mary also holds space for deeper exploration of non-ordinary states of consciousness utilizing the power of Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy to heal trauma. Find out more about Mary and how she works at marybtherapy.com.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. This podcast does not provide health care or psychological therapy services and does not diagnose or treat any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or registered professionals.

Jan 9, 2024
Jan 9, 2024
35 min
Mary talks about dating in 2024. She talks about getting clear on your own values, communication and building trust in the relationship, red flags and what to look for in a longterm relationship. Learn how to create an interdependent relationship.
DM or reach out for more info about attachment, working with me, or media opportunities.
Visit Mary at marybtherapy and @marybtherapy
Mary Barbour is an experienced licensed therapist who offers a compassionate, direct, and personalized approach to individual and couples counseling. With the belief that healthy relationships are based on secure attachment, Mary helps clients identify, explore, and repair insecure attachment patterns, create meaningful connections, and deepen their connection to themselves and others. Mary integrates her formal training of several modalities - Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Advanced Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), and Somatic therapy - to effectively guide her clients to places of healing. Mary also holds space for deeper exploration of non-ordinary states of consciousness utilizing the power of Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy to heal trauma. Find out more about Mary and how she works at marybtherapy.com.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. This podcast does not provide health care or psychological therapy services and does not diagnose or treat any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or registered professionals.