We’re baaaack! It’s been a long (almost) 2 years but we’re finally back and missed our Emerald Couch #family so much. Take a listen to our Season 3 premier minisode to catch up with #DrLP, celebrate #SmallTalkCounseling’s 6 year #anniversary, and to hear about what’s ahead this season. Tune in now!

Episode 49 - Moving Forward (Season 3 Premier Minisode) - 8.9.21

Tune in as we explore the connections between #mentalhealth and #spirituality and discuss ways to incorporate individual and #community-based practices into your daily #wellness routine. Dr. Poole also gives a special #mothersday shoutout to all of the #women who hold the title of #mother and acknowledges another special group of women who are often forgotten during this time of year.

Episode 43 - Being Well: Mental Health & Spirituality - 5.13.19

Happy #MemorialDay! This week's #episode is not only dedicated to our fallen #heroes who have made the ultimate #sacrifice for all of us, but to all the #special people in our lives that often come to our #rescue on a daily basis. 

Join #DrLP for a discussion about the importance of #fictivekin relationships and how to cultivate a sense of #family at any life stage.

Episode 44 - “Fictive Kin As A Protective Factor” - 5.27.19

For most of us, it is often difficult to feel validated in pursuing #selfcare and setting appropriate #boundaries to #love ourselves fully so that we can be properly loved and #appreciated by others. In recognition of #July as #MinorityMentalHealthAwarenessMonth, join us for an intentional #discussion about #radical self-care and closing the necessary doors to receive the love we all need and deserve. Tune in now!

Episode 45 - “Radical Self-Care & Closing Doors” - 7.8.19

#RiskTaking always carries a negative connotation when brought up in reference to our #lifechoices and #decisionmaking. But what if taking #risks could be #therapeutic? Tune in to this week’s #episode as #DrLP discusses positive risk-taking and ways you can incorporate it into your #mentalhealth routine.

We’ll also talk about the all #LionKing feels and accolades after opening weekend as well as #ShebaTurk’s book being added to our #SmallTalkBookshelf. LISTEN NOW!

Episode 46 - "Risky Business": A Positive Alternative - 7.22.19

This past weekend, #DrLP served as the keynote speaker for the 2019 #BlackOutLoud Conference in #BatonRouge. Tune in as she shares a few #mentalhealth and #wellness nuggets from her talk in this week’s #minisode.

Episode 47 - Minisode: MHOL (Mental Health Out Loud) - 8.5.19

We’re kicking of the month of #September talking all about #facingfear and not letting life opportunities pass you by. Tune in as we explore this topic in relation to managing #anxiety and #depression and accomplishing your #lifegoals.

Also, this week’s #smalltalkbookshelf features a special shout out to our newest therapeutic decor #obsession: #Joybird. LISTEN NOW!

Episode 48 - "Facing Fear" - 9.9.19

The Emerald Couch Podcast is a monthly conversation with Dr. LaKeitha Poole, a licensed professional counselor in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, about all things mental health and personal growth. The Emerald Couch Podcast is the go-to pop-psych dialogue for self-help, good laughs, and real talk. 

This podcast is not meant to be a substitute for seeking support from a licensed mental health professional, and is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

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