Mental State: Straight talk about all things mental health and more
Mary Barbour, LMFTWelcome 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 navigati... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 55 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | RelationshipsHealth & FitnessSociety & CultureMental Health | |||
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Mary Barbour hosts Dawna Daigneult on the final episode of a three-part series on Daigneult’s worth conscious theory, reviewing birthright self-worth, false selves, and how therapy can nurture disowned “parts” with permission, compassion, and integra... more
Mary Barbour continues a conversation with Dawna Daigneult about Worth Conscious Theory, focusing on how birthright self-worth becomes buried under layered family conditions and injunctions, leading some people to build fragile false selves and pursu... more
Part one of a three-part conversation features author and therapist Dawna Daigneault discussing her book, Understanding Self-Worth: A Guide to Worth-Conscious Theory and Psychotherapeutic Practice, and introducing “birthright self-worth,” the idea th... more
Breaking Toxic Relationship Cycles: Gabrielle Tattersall on Anxiety, Self-Worth, and Healing on the Mental State podcast. Mental health expert Mary Barbour interviews love and relationship coach Gabrielle Tattersall about her journey from chronic anx... more
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- Super informative, thoughtful conversations.
These episodes are always engaging and topical. A great exploration of our inner selves while also consistently grounded and tangible. Thank you Mary Barbour! ✊🏽
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United States2 years ago - Great find
Mary is always interesting & informative. I’ve learned a lot. Highly recommend:)
Apple Podcasts5JenlomoUnited States3 years ago - I learned something new!
Super fun and relatable topics. I never totally understood attachment styles and knowing this information makes me look at dating differently. Thanks ladies!
Apple Podcasts5FlurpkinUnited States3 years ago - Life changing!!
Wow!! Mary and Jacqueline’s view on dating in a modern world is a breath of fresh air. So helpful to gain new perspective and confidence when going in to the dating scene. Looking forward to the next!
Apple Podcasts5jewel429United States3 years ago - Insightful and relatable!
Easy listening that gives me a lot to reflect and grow with. such lovely hosts!
Apple Podcasts5Mariel AKUnited States3 years ago
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This show centers on real conversations about mental health, featuring therapists, healers, advocates, and everyday people who share practical tools for managing anxiety, relationships, burnout, and emotional well-being. Episodes combine clinical insight with relatable stories, emphasizing actionable strategies, somatic approaches, and ongoing personal growth. Notable strengths include a therapist-host perspective, blend of expert and experiential content, and a consistent focus on empowerment through self-understanding and communication—appealing to listeners who want clear takeaways they can apply in daily life.
The format and guest lineup tend to attract professionals in mental health, along with individuals navigating personal healing ... more
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